Seemed better? Perhaps his theory was right that life would vastly improve in the wizarding world as opposed to the revolting muggle world. Some seemed to consider him decent company here. "Mine was hawthorn and unicorn hair." He smiled and nodded his head, his excitement obvious. It truly was the highlight of his life. "I have it in my pocket, I'm excited for the first time I get to use it." He could feel it nagging at him already.

He would sit with it tonight, just holding it and admiring it. He was so excited.

"Have you always known you were a wizard?" Severus was curious. Was there a polite way to ask? Probably not. "I have." In a round about way. "I've been waiting for this moment."