A/N: This fic was inspired by the song "Who Knows" by Avril Lavigne.
Who Knows
There have been four distinct turning points in my life. The first occurred before I was even born, when my mother ran away from her Black family heritage to be with Ted Tonks. Being sorted into Hufflepuff was the second. The third and, many would argue, most important was being accepted into the Auror program. Finally, the fourth has been meeting Remus Lupin.
He is the most significant person in my life. I can't imagine living without him. I tried this past year, and I obviously survived; I was even fairly happy sometimes. But that was only because I had faith that our separation would end, that the period of darkness would be followed by bright summer sun.
I see people look askance at us sometimes when we walk down the street holding hands. They think we make an odd couple, with his shabby cardigans and my technicolor wardrobe. But they don't see what I see. He doesn't even see what I see.
I see a kind and honest man who was dealt a terrible hand in life. He always knows what to say, to calm people, to restore their sense of purpose. He always works for others and gives of himself. He stays cool under any amount of pressure and you can almost always count on him for a solution to a thorny problem. Another thing about him, that many overlook, no matter how much they may appreciate him, is his sense of humor and fun that underlies everything he does.
In short I love him. Everything about me has always been changing, but Remus' steady presence in my life keeps me grounded. His good nature keeps me uplifted. No one can predict the future, but I know that we'll be able to make it if we only remain united.