When they had all taken their seats, Snape walked up and down between the rows, handing back their homework. Harry was pleasantly surprised to find his essay had received an A - he was certain that he’d deserved an E, but he had expected a P from Snape just for the sake of it. Draco had received an O, but his attention was focussed on Harry’s paper, his eyes zipping back and forth as he read Harry’s essay over his shoulder.