[ there's a gap long enough for harry to reply but it isn't much longer before lily comes down the stairs. it will become patently clear to harry that this isn't just a shopping trip or a social visit - lily is leaving the shop, judging by the fact that she has a satchel with her. (enlarged on the inside of course, she's not going to cart a giant bag to hogwarts just to make sure she can change her clothes over the weekend.) she looks a little harried as though she finished up getting ready in a rush, her hair in a messy bun held in place with her wand and some hopeful wishing (and magic).

anyway she takes the last couple of steps more slowly than the rest and turns the corner to enter the main area of the shop with an apologetic smile and that ruffled look. ] Severus. I'm sorry, Mordred was being insufferable.

[ in the way of cats that want to be independent until they realize you're leaving and then they want your constant attention, lily's familiar has been demanding her recognition all afternoon.

there's something off about the aura in the room but lily just scrutinizes them both a moment before smiling again and shaking her head. ] Harry, I'm going to need you to watch the shop for the rest of the day and close up for me. I've already spoken with Dean and Neville about the rest of the weekend. I'm going to be working at Hogwarts, but I'll be back Sunday evening. I should have said something earlier, but I was in such a rush today getting ready.