Snape, trying very hard not to smile? Or is he just allergic to cats?

[cubfanbudwoman]

No: HPFGUIDX 93555

<big snips of the discussion of Snape's barely hidden amusement> 

Pippin:
> I think Snape is showing consideration for Filch's feelings, 
> strange as it may seem. I see them as old friends, bound 
> perhaps by rather lowly origins and a common hatred for the 
> students. I firmly believe that Snape's background isn't quite as 
> lofty as it appears. His speaking style is quite a bit less 
> flowery and affected when he's talking to Filch--a traditonal 
> giveaway. 
 
Susan:
Perhaps a bit of support for Pippin's point of view--that Snape & 
Filch are old friends:  after the incident w/ Fluffy where Snape's 
leg was injured, it was **Filch** to whom he turned for assistance 
in treating it.

Interesting thought re: Snape's speech/language choice when he's 
speaking w/ Filch.  I'll have to look carefully from here on in & 
see if I can pick this up.  (Or perhaps he's just "toning it down" 
for his old friend? ;-))

Siriusly Snapey Susan