Remus J Lupin (
theshabbiestofmen) wrote in
ataraxion2012-04-25 11:15 pm
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In the spirit of sharing things . . .
[He gives a little sigh and tiredly rubs at his face.]
Many of you know what werewolves are, whether they are simply myths or actual reality for you. For those who don't, however-- werewolves are people who, during the full moon, change into wolves. Rather self-explanatory, I know. If someone is bitten by a werewolf while they are in their wolf form, they too become a werewolf. As far as I've heard, it's the same the world over.
Where I come from, however, there has been a cure developed-- not to remove the curse entirely, but to subdue it. It so happens I found the ingredients in my locker a few days ago.
[He stares at the camera firmly.]
Should anyone need it, or would like to try it-- I will not ask you to reveal yourselves. I don't believe anyone should be forced into revealing who or what they are, should they not wish to. But my room-- and the potion-- is always open to any who might want to try it.
This also means, however, that during the full moon, I am not dangerous. I'd appreciate anyone suddenly deciding they fancy themselves monster hunters to curb that urge; there is no need for it.
[He gives a little sigh and tiredly rubs at his face.]
Many of you know what werewolves are, whether they are simply myths or actual reality for you. For those who don't, however-- werewolves are people who, during the full moon, change into wolves. Rather self-explanatory, I know. If someone is bitten by a werewolf while they are in their wolf form, they too become a werewolf. As far as I've heard, it's the same the world over.
Where I come from, however, there has been a cure developed-- not to remove the curse entirely, but to subdue it. It so happens I found the ingredients in my locker a few days ago.
[He stares at the camera firmly.]
Should anyone need it, or would like to try it-- I will not ask you to reveal yourselves. I don't believe anyone should be forced into revealing who or what they are, should they not wish to. But my room-- and the potion-- is always open to any who might want to try it.
This also means, however, that during the full moon, I am not dangerous. I'd appreciate anyone suddenly deciding they fancy themselves monster hunters to curb that urge; there is no need for it.

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He struggles to swallow.]
Married. Really?
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[It doesn't matter, not really, it's not as if Tonks is even grown when they're from-- but this is a slippery slope, Remus recognizes, and grimaces. Tell Sirius one thing, and you'll tell him another; begin with Tonks and you'll end with his death. But wouldn't it be a thing, to have Sirius survive that, something whispers. To have James survive, to have Lily alive and Harry with the set of parents he was meant to have. No more loneliness, no more isolation-- everything you've ever wanted, so easily within your grasp--]
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My--cousin, Andromeda. [Hang on, he's stuck on that bit...] Her baby?
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You marry the baby?
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Well, she's not a baby when I marry her-- but yes, I suppose she's a child where you're from.
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He pushes a hand over his face.]
You marry the baby. And you have a baby-- [That's a bit slower to permeate, but it begins to slowly work its way through. He blinks again, and then gives an incredulous little laugh.] Hang on--you're a dad?
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No-- I mean, yeah! Or at least that there wouldn't be any kids--does he look like you?
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A little. Mostly he looks like her-- although he's got his mother's abilities, so I suppose it's hard to say. In fact--
[He reaches into his pocket. He kept his wallet, though not his trousers, and in it-- a fairly new photograph of a titchy baby. He kicks up at the camera, silently giggling as his hair changes from brown to turquoise to pink.]
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Oi, he does! Does he change his nose around? Teddy, did you really let her name him after her dad, when you could have chosen any name you liked?
[He glances back up at Remus, comparing the photograph with him.]
You're a dad. Disgusting.
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We can't all be carefree bachelors, I'm afraid. And no, although Tonks says he'll master that in a few years. I gather it's something to do with the baby being aware he has a nose.
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He hands the photograph back with a faint little smile.]
'Course you'd end up with the single brilliant baby ever to exist. How d'you manage to always be so lucky, eh?
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[He leans forward, studying the photograph with a small smile before tucking it away.]
She does grow up to be brilliant, you know. Quite like her mother, but much less reserved.
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Less reserved, how, precisely. We are talking about my dear cousin Meda, aren't we--chucked out of the family, and all--that one?
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[He waves a hand, trying to explain.]
Uncaring what people think, I suppose. Less high-bred.
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Tell me about her, then. What's she like? She kicked me in the nose, is she still into that?
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[He grins.]
No, she's very kind. Funny. Spirited. Clumsy as anything, but I think that's a by-product of being able to change her form. Her hair is pink quite often.
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Pink! I like that. Good choice. Girls with pink hair are always interesting. Didn't know you had it in you to get one of them for yourself, Moony, but there you are.
D'you have a photograph of her as well, or must I continue picturing you married to an actual baby?
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[He peers into his wallet again-- and yeah, here's a picture. It's a little old, but it's a nice one of them both-- Remus smiling awkwardly, Tonk beaming as she leans her head against his shoulder.]
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It's a genuine moment that lasts all of fifteen seconds.]
Awwww. Lookit you. Adorable!
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Oh, yes, that's certainly the look we were striving for.
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action oh my god New York ;~~~; was it to find Jack Kelly
action ;~; yes i'm glad you picked up on that yes
action HOW COULD I NOT oh my heart
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action; still better than Albus Severus, though.
action; yeah but what ISN'T better than Albus Severus.
action; Gaylord comes to mind.
action; I laughed WAY too hard at that. Gaylord Severus Potter.
action; Gaylord Severus you were named after the two worst names I could find
action; I hate you and I wanted you to know it beyond any doubt.
action; You were an accident. That's what happens when you get drunk in Scotland, I guess.
action; by the way, I didn't even want to have you.
action; this is also the talk Molly has with Ron, Fred and George. "I just wanted a girl."
action; HAHAHA oh my god she does.... 8(
action; POOR BOYS after Percy she and Arthur were basically done. "Who are you are you Fred or--"
action; Ginny. Everyone is Ginny. simplify.
action; Except for the first three boys. THOSE she can remember/be proud of.
action; Especially that Percy! ....until he goes bad.
action; But then he got better!
action; it doesn't make up for all those rejected sweaters..... 8(