The One Left Behind

by matrixaffiliate

My version of the Sirius Black and Marlene McKinnon story, told through a series of chronological one-shots starting end of 6th year. Everything follows Marauders' era cannon, except that I've moved Marlene's death from before Harry's first birthday to after it. I had a lot of fun working on this, and I hope those that read it enjoy it! Rated T for language and sexual content.

7. Chapter 7

Marlene and Sirius sat in the common room pouring over the latest edition of the motorcycle magazines she'd been sent by her parents, the rest of the junk mail smoldering in the flames of one of the fireplaces. Remus and Peter sat not far off talking quietly.

"What are the odds that they realize it?" Peter asked.

"Worse than the odds for James and Lily." Remus chuckled.

Peter laughed. "But it's so obvious. He's in love with her and she's in love with him. Hell Moony they were practically made for each other."

Remus set down his book. "I know Pete, and maybe that's why they don't see it yet. Give it time. They'll get there eventually." Remus smiled as he watched Marlene slowly break down all of Sirius' walls. They had a ways to go, but Remus knew they'd get there.