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Chapter 2
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Remus arrived at his house in the countryside. It was rundown, and a bit dilapidated, but adequate enough. He looked down on Samantha. Her bright eyes were staring back at him, but she was still quiet. He quietly opened the door with his free hand. He opened the door, and all the lights turned on. He went to the rocking chair by the fireplace. He put the backpack down, and sat down on the chair. He slowly rocked, stroking Samantha's cheek.

Hey there, he said to the baby in a gentle voice. I'm Remus, you're god-dad. Samantha yawned. Remus laughed. You must be very tired. He looked in the backpack, and found a fresh bottle of milk. He picked it up, took out his wand, and tapped the bottle, warming it. He put the tip of the bottle in Samantha's mouth. She slowly drank it.

It was peaceful. Remus rocked in the chair, while Samantha drank the bottle. Remus closed his eyes, hearing the crickets chirp. he said to the little child, I knew your mum and dad. Your real mum and dad. Boy, they were great people. He peered down at Samantha, who seemed to be listening intently. He continued, Your dad, Mark. He was the funniest guy I met, maybe James was as funny as he was. You got his hair. And his eyes. Bright blue. He looked into Samantha's eyes. She was staring right back at him, seeming to hang on to every word he said. And your mum. Wow, she was amazing. She was incredibly wonderful. Julia had a presence, something that made you feel like everything was going to be alright. She was the cleverest and most intelligent witch in our year. She had amazing powers. Remus rocked in the chair quietly for a few more minutes. He looked down at Samantha. She had fallen asleep. Remus stood up slowly, and looked around. He had no idea where the girl should sleep. He put her on the couch, but it was going to be only temporarily. He went back to his fireplace. He threw in some powder, and said 81 Ribbon Way, Karandir Residence. He waited, and then, a face appeared in the fire.

said the face on the other side.

Regina, it's me, said Remus. He paused. Listen, I have a lot to explain. He paused again. You know my goddaughter, Samantha?

Regina said patiently. Does this have to do with the Potters? Regina always knew the news.

Remus said. After the Holmeses died, you know James and Lily took Samantha in. Regina nodded. Now that James and Lily are dead, I am going to raise Samantha, rather than have her being raised by Muggles.

Regina paused, trying to take this all in. Do you have Samantha, you know, with you?

Yes, she's on the couch now. Listen, do you have an extra crib? asked Remus.

said Regina, but you two can stay here for the night. Tomorrow, we'll go buy a crib, along with other supplies.

said Remus, I'm going to ask you to do a huge favor. He paused, trying to think how to say this. When I, transform, I need you to watch Samantha. This will be for about two days every month.

Of course we will, Regina said immediately. You are, after all, my little brother. I'd surely do that for you. Besides, Karina needs someone her age.

Thank you, Regina, Remus said gratefully.

You know the risks? Regina said. Of parenting. She is going to be your number one responsibility. Remus nodded.

I'm ready for it, Remus said.

Regina responded. Be here in less than five minutes. Remus nodded.

Thanks again, Regina, Remus said. Regina's face left the fire.

Remus gently picked up baby Samantha. She still quietly slept. Remus wrapped the blanket around her. He held the bag with his other hand, and with a crack, he had suddenly vanished out of sight.