Snape bullying Harry; apology

[two_flower2]

No: HPFGUIDX 139178

So I read many (most of the) posts on Snape hating Harry, and Harry 
hating him  back and the apology issue, and I can't help thinking 
that 

1) Snape does appear to be a very good actor and master human 
manipulator, and is one of the best Occlumences and Legilimenses 
known to man.  A double agent for 16 years (or 14, whatever).  I find 
it very hard to believe that such a man would start a childish 
vendetta with a 11 yo just because he can't keep his animosity in 
check, whatever are his actual feelings for the kid.  Snape 
consistently bullying and baiting Harry from their very first meeting 
looks very manipulative to me.  I suspect that he either wants to 
alienate Harry on purpose or just gives him certain tests to see what 
are Harry's responses to his baiting.  For whatever reason.  Also, I 
think that what with Snape being a Legilimens and Harry wearing his 
heart on his sleeve, Harry's feelings must be an open book for 
Snape.  Snape just *must* know that Harry is not a spoiled, pampered 
brat, in spite of the rule-breaking and such. 

2)It is very difficult even for an adult to apologize to somebody who 
is consistently and unfairly nasty to them, never mind how much that 
person deserves an apology and gratitude. Ever watched neighbor 
feuds :) ? Harry is just a kid, what you expect.  If an adult pointed 
out to him that he has to apologize, than he might.  Otherwise it 
would be unrealistic to expect (that is pre-HBP ending situation I am 
talking about, of course).

Cheers,

Two2