Title: A Third Party, part 17 in the Discovery Series
Author: Egwene
Rating: PG
Pairing: Sirius and James, yes this is slash.
Genre: Angst
Disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter or any of his relatives, friends, lovers, professors, enemies…
Word count: 218
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"You're going to lose him before you even tried, Sirius."
"I know, Moony, I know. I just don't know what I can do about it."
Remus sighed in despair. "Just. Tell. Him. How. You. Feel."
"It's not that simple."
"Yes it is. C'mon Sirius, we have already discussed this."
"I know," Sirius replied somewhat sheepishly. "I'm glad you're my friend, Remus, you've been very helpful."
"Then follow the advice I give you."
"But what about that person he's dating?"
"Hey! We don't even know if that's serious. He hasn't even told us who it is."
"I know, but they're going to Hogsmeade together tomorrow. And James looks so happy. He was positively glowing when he told me he was with someone."
"I know. I was there too."
"I don't want to make him sad."
"You won't, Sirius. You're his best friend. Don't worry about that."
Sirius looked at his shoes and remained silent.
"You're going to regret it later if you don't say anything. I can guarantee you that."
"But what if he's in love with that new, surely extraordinary person he's dating, and whom he won't tell us about?"
"Then you'll be heartbroken, but it's better to know than to be wallowing in despair wondering about it, isn't it?"
"I guess."
"This is the right decision, Sirius."
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Rin: Yes, you're quite right. Begging won't do the trick. Although I really enjoy seeing you try !
Karliya Malfoy: hehehe, the suspence is growing... but there are so few chapters left... and what have we here? My god, a bit of a plot! Isn't it great?
Kaori7395: Yes, chapter 16 was a bit sad. But that's how I feel about leaving college and all my friends at the end of the year.
Luci Shadow: Three more to go... who could James be dating?? -eg-
Prongs: Thanks!
Harry's Lost Twin: Well, the exam didn't go so well, but since you are such wonderful reviewers, I updated anyway =D
Rising Star: I didn't know I could be cute in an angsty way. Cool. I'm flattered. I hope you'll like what's next.