Sneaky Slytherin Severus wins with keeping the Santa Goblins out of sight. Thank goodness because they really do sound absolutely appalling and if Albus loved them you know they were garish.

Sounds like Severus is starting to maybe think of Harry in slightly positive way or at least think about him other than him being a menace. He wants to keep Harry safe from anyone who would exploit him so maybe he's starting to care a little but just doesn't realize it yet.

I had to snicker though over this line, "I cautioned you against spraying your love all over the place." Sooo suggestive, hehe. Severus is still clueless though.

Can't get enough of this story!