Learning of Worlds-Private

[HopesWings]

Dumbledore's gaze was gentle; he could understand Snape's fury. "Severus, you know Sage was in the Order. The letters I got from her were only to assure me she was alright, nothing more." He too then looked at Ellie. The girl was making a face at something Pomfrey had said, and she shook her head vigorously. Sensing eyes upon her, she looked out the hall. Her gaze caught Snape's.

With some of the dirt and grime gone, it was easier to see the features that were so much like her mother's. She had Sage's pearly white skin and her subtle, sharp features. Her eyes, dark but full of life, sparkled. Slowly, Ellie smiled at Snape. Even the smile mimicked the woman gone for so many years.

"As for your question, yes. I do believe the girl is your niece, Severus. And I believe this 'Nan' she speaks of is most likely Elizabeth. I would be happy to help you pursue this matter if you so chose."Dumbledore spoke with a sense of knowing. He smiled. "Go. Talk to her if you will."

Pomfrey finally handed Ellie a nightgown of some sort before going to her office, leaving the child only. Ellie tore her gaze from Snape and looked out the window instead. Her shoulders sagged.