Hey- it's not my fault. Blame him *points at Snape*

He turned to look at the bush she was pointing at before looking back at Marcella. In one swift motion, without bothering to ask her permission, Snape scooped her up into his arms and stood. "Shall we return to the carriage and head back up to the castle or shall we make other arrangements," he asked, kissing the tip of her nose.