Safety:
1. The condition of being protected from or unlikely to cause danger, risk, or injury
2. A device designed to prevent inadvertent or hazardous operation



“So…” Harry paused. “We’re a couple, and… you’re my… partner.”

“Oh, yes.” Severus started kissing a trail up Harry’s body, speaking against his skin. “Devoted. Faithful.” He could feel Harry’s heartbeat under his mouth, and it sped up just a little. And he liked that… rather a lot.

“And… we don’t have to hide anymore?”

“Not ever again.”