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Severus initially had an overwhelming feeling of disbelief and confusion when the Headmaster explained the situation. Surely he must have misunderstood the Headmaster? Surely the Headmaster knew that he was not a victim of a mere prank? They had tried to kill him. And he wanted Severus to swear to never speak of it?

The feeling of disbelief faded as he slowly realised and accepted that nobody cared about him. Eventually, he stopped listening. He felt himself becoming numb. At the time, Severus was oblivious to the fact that he was using underdeveloped, natural Occlumency to hide his true feeling and shield himself from what was happening. An ability there would benefit him greatly in the future.

He did, of course, sign his name. It really was the only option.

Description
Severus initially had an overwhelming feeling of disbelief and confusion when the Headmaster explained the situation. Surely he must have misunderstood the Headmaster? Surely the Headmaster knew that he was not a victim of a mere prank? They had tried to kill him. And he wanted Severus to swear to never speak of it?

The feeling of disbelief faded as he slowly realised and accepted that nobody cared about him. Eventually, he stopped listening. He felt himself becoming numb. At the time, Severus was oblivious to the fact that he was using underdeveloped, natural Occlumency to hide his true feeling and shield himself from what was happening. An ability there would benefit him greatly in the future.

He did, of course, sign his name. It really was the only option.