Hey people! Look who it is, out of the darkness!!!!! lol. I don't have my laptop yet but decided I couldn't wait anymore. So here is the entry of my darling, lol. I know it's kinda short, but it's a VERY important chapter. I'll try to make the next one longer. Anywho, I'm not going to do replies this chapter because there'd just be TOO many lol. Suffice to say thank you to anyone who has stuck with me. Now here it is, and the song is "Point of No Return" by Duran Duran. And my lyrics are now in italics since they won't let me have squigglies anymore.

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The random aspects of our lives

Remus felt uneasy as he made his way to Hogsmead. Maybe this was a bad idea, maybe they should put it off, maybe... he shook his head. Time wouldn't make it any easier. Severus and Sirius would have to meet eventually, no matter what either one thought about it.

Come together once in a while

He imagined the reunion in his mind and shuddered. Dumbledore had Snape, who thought it was just going to be a normal meeting, waiting in his office. They decided that it would be best to keep him in the dark. It wouldn't be good if he decided to up and apparate on them. Or if he had time to plot. As for Sirius, Remus was hoping he could calm him down on the way to Hogwarts. The wizard had a good heart, it was just that damn temper.

So blinding and decidingly

His thoughts were halted by the knowledge that he was almost at the meeting point, a deserted area on the outskirts of the town. No one could see, and even if they could, it would only show him talking to a huge black dog. A bit odd perhaps, but nothing to call the Ministry about.

As he waiting for Sirius, Remus took deep breaths to calm himself. Everything was just so crazy it seemed he barely had time to think lately. And who would have ever thought protecting Lucius Malfoy's son would be a part of it?

Naivity falls from our eyes

A cold nose against his hand made him jump. He hadn't even realized that Padfoot had approached him. Damn dog. He petted the canine's head and said, "Good boy", for which the 'good boy' tried to bite him. They began to walk towards the school and Remus began his speech softly so no passerbys could catch anything, "Ok, here's the thing. We have a bit of a situation at the castle. Well of course you know that, the note said it", he was starting to ramble, "But the specifics of it are what's important. It was too dangerous to include them. You see, there is a problem with Draco Malfoy", the dog glared at him, "Nooo, not like that. He's in trouble. Big trouble. Seems young Malfoy doesn't want to be a Deatheater. I've been asked by Dumbledore to assist in the boy's training so he can eventually defy his father. That's why you're here, to help".

And we'll not regain

The animal seemed to be ok with everything so far. Remus wished he could just stop there but it had to be done, "There's one other person helping us with all of this... Severus", Padfoot stopped walking, "Now, just hear me out. He's on our side, truly! And his knowledge of Voldemort's inner circle is very helpful. Come on, for the kids sake", he pleaded with his friend. Finally the dog started walking, albeit stiffly.

Remus sighed in relief, the battle wasn't over, but at least the initial part was done with. He wondered how Severus was going to react.

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As we watch the tower falling down

Dumbledore smiled to himself as he watched Severus pace the room. The poor man had no idea what he was in store for.

Maybe things can change

"What is taking him so long?! He said his errands in Hogsmead wouldn't take more than a few moments", Snape was impatient to get back to his lab and work on a potion he was fooling around with for Draco.

"Patience, Severus, patience", the Headmaster said softly, "Remus will return shortly".

Only if you want

"He better or else -"
He didn't get to finish, as at that moment the door opened and in came Remus... with a shaggy black dog.

Snape pointed at it, "What is that?"

Maybe things can change

Padfoot resumed his human form and glared at the other wizard, "Who are you calling "that"?!"

Snape stood in shock before yelling, "Why is a fugative in Hogwarts and why isn't the Ministry being called?"

Maybe things can change

"I'm no fugative you greasy haired twit!"

"Which is why there's a reward for your head!!"

"Look, I don't want to be here with you either, but Remmy here has assured me that you're not a Deatheater. So if I'm extending a little trust, I think you can too Snapey. For the kid."

You know you know there's no avoiding the lesson to be learned
(The lesson to be learned. The point of no return)

Severus turned on Remus, "You told him about Draco?? What in the bloody hell were you thinking?!"

"It was my idea, Severus", Dumbledore stepped in, "I thought Draco could benefit from some of Sirius' teaching as well. He's very good at keeping secrets".

You say : What if ?, but can you live it ?

Sirius smiled a little at that last bit, "Exactly, so calm yourself before your tiny little brain explodes". Remus glared at him and mouthed a 'shut up'.

"I can't believe this. This... this criminal who is wanted by everyone, who escaped from this very school..." Severus was still in shock.

It's all that we deserve
(It's all that we deserve . The point of no return)

"It is because of me that he escaped", Dumbledore informed him, "I knew he was innocent. I also knew there was no way to prove it. Sirius is jepordizing his safety by helping us".

"What about Draco's safety?" The potions master wondered aloud.

Don't blame yourself don't blame me

"Are you deliberately being dense?" Sirius asked, "That's why I'm hear. Now open your mind a little and inform me of what's been going on".

Severus finally seemed to give in and sat down with a sigh. He listened as Remus and Albus explained, jumping in every once in a while.

But we're the ones who can feed the ground
So this poison tree don't grow again

He watched Sirius' face as he was told the events and took comfort in the sad look that came over it when they talked about Draco's condition when he returned after the past weekend. Maybe the moron would actually come in handy.

Sirius listened attentivelly as they told him about the previous night's training session. It was more of an introduction than anything else, Draco practicing basic spells that he already knew in order to warm up. He'd seemed preoccupied, but they assumed it was just because of the obvious. They were giving him that night to practice by himself and the next session would be the following evening.

And from this glass and broken earth (there is a way)

With that overwith, Remus smiled a little as he related the interesting fact that Draco'd had to endure detention with Hermione.

"You're kidding!" Sirius was grinning.

Remus shook his head, "Nope, and suprisingly, she didn't kill him".

There is a way that can be build
A better life for everyone

Finally Dumbledore ended the meeting, saying to Sirius, "I know you're dying to go see Harry, so off with you. Just be sure to stay out of sight of course".

He was gone in a flash, with Remus following him, laughing. Snape started to leave, but Dumbledore stopped him, "Is this going to be ok Severus?"

Maybe things can change
Only if you want

The other wizard was silent for a moment, "I don't have much of a choice, do I? I'm not going to pretend I like it, but if it's best for Draco... I shall make do".

Dumbledore figured that was the best he could hope for and let him go. As he sat back down, there was a wide smile on his face. This would certainly shake things up.

Maybe things can change
Only if you want