Snape and Lily's Bond Deepens

PAGES: 665-668

In a small thicket near the river, Snape and Lily continue to bond over their shared magical abilities. Snape explains more about the magical world, including the Ministry of Magic and Hogwarts. Lily is eager to learn, but Petunia spies on them and eventually runs away when caught. The bond between Lily and Snape strengthens, even as Petunia expresses disapproval.