Written in much the same way as Richardson's Clarissa, this is a love story of sorts, told through intimate (or not) letters. Remus/Severus
Disclaimer: I do not own the characters or anything but the plot I have come up with. Having said this, leave me alone.
Owl Post (Owls One-Five)
By Sarah Elisabeth
The first owl: Lily Evans to Remus J. Lupin
Remus J. Lupin. You must tell me the truth in it's entirety, for, should you chose to lie to me, I can assure you that I will find out either way and make you sorely regret it.
Rumor has it that you were involved in somewhat of an altercation with Severus Snape. I say altercation here because I simply do not know what else to call it. If it's true, well then, I simply wish you had trusted us as your friends and told us. If it's false, then I don't wish to accuse you of something you might take offense to. Seriously Remus, it pains me to say this but I never did get to know you as well as I might have hoped to. You're very guarded even at your most relaxed of moments.
Having said all this, I must get to the point that James and Sirius are worried. They haven't heard from you since the last full moon and with these rumors and you ignoring their owls, they do not know what to think.
I've taken it upon myself to write to you in hopes that you will not ignore my letters as well as theirs. We care so much about you Remus, so please let us know that you are all right.
Also, if it is not asking too much, do let us know what has happened!
Your friend,
Lily Evans
The second owl: Remus J. Lupin to Lily Evans
Your worry is misplaced. I am fine. I always am. The rumors for the most part are true, yet how they got out of Hogwarts during winter break is beyond me.
To put it simply, I cornered Severus in the hall and kissed him. Passionately I dare say. And he got extremely aggravated, as I no doubt would expect from him.
But then, I assume this is what you've heard? And I suppose you might want the whole story. I'm not sure how well I can give it to you, though I will try.
First, I've liked Severus for a while now. Why do you think I was so angry when Sirius tried to kill him last year? There is, obviously, the whole thing about him trying to use me to murder, but it was also the horror in my mind at the thought of ME killing SEVERUS. I couldn't bear the thought of it, so I ignored everyone for a while and then got over it. What else is there to do?
Anyway, I figured that after nearly killing the guy, there was no way he'd every want anything to do with me. I figured correctly, for if you remember last year at all after the incident, you will remember that he avoided me like the plague after it happened. That was somewhat of a blow, but there wasn't anything I could do about it then. I pushed Severus into the back of my mind and ignored all thoughts of him.
So, I was greatly surprised this year to find that none other than Severus Snape would be my partner in potions. He was extremely upset, but couldn't complain without giving away my secret. I was happy that you, James and Sirius were on the other side of the classroom and that I could spend some time alone.
Or as alone as one can be in a class of about twenty students.
Still, my admiration for Severus grew, and he continued to be openly hostile to me, as usual.
Have you ever looked at his hands? They're beautiful. I sound rather like a girl at this moment I suppose, but they really are.
I'll continue my story at a later time as it seems I've an important matter to attend to.
Please enjoy your holiday, and tell James and Sirius I say hello.
Remus
The third owl: Severus Snape to Remus J. Lupin
What are you playing at, Lupin?
If this is another one of those sick games you and your friends like to play, then you had better watch your back.
Also, just because I played along doesn't mean I was serious. Because I wasn't. It didn't mean anything.
That is all.
The fourth owl: Remus J. Lupin to Lily Evans
Honestly Lily, I just received a letter from Severus. That was the reason for ending my letter to you so abruptly. It seems he thinks that this is another one of Sirius and James' tricks. Have I ever really taken part in them?
Okay, I might have just stood back and let them carry on, but I've never actually participated. Anyway, this helps make sense out of some things for me. It actually means that I might be better off than I had originally thought myself to be.
Who knows? Maybe once you return I can show you the letters he's sent me—for I do plan on making him write me back. It should be interesting.
I will let you know more as it occurs.
Remus
The fifth owl: Sirius Black to Remus J. Lupin
Snivillus? Remus! I knew you were gay, but blind!?! This is news to me.
Having said this, I am simply writing to make sure you can still read and that your brain hasn't been addled or something of the sort. Honestly mate, SNAPE?
Please write me back and let me know that you are joking. James and I are worried.
Forever your best mate,
Padfoot