I allowed that to sink into everyone before I continued. "Severus Snape has always looked out for the students. Before you harp on me, you need to look closer at his actions. Any potions master, which there are several here I might add, knows how dangerous brewing is. Many of you have been scolded by him, but only looked at his anger. What he was really trying to do was teach you not to do that again. Which I might add, several of you have done." This caused a little snicker from several students. "The same applies to the fateful night several days ago. He did his best to protect everyone. And if you need my memories to prove his innocence, I will gladly give them."