A/N: I'm so sorry you guys. I'm sure you all thought that I've neglected you and ran away with Sevvie and Remmie myself, and that was not the intention. waves to kidnapped and chained Severus and Remus in basement Things just got rediculous with my job and my mom took off work (which meant I couldn't sneak into her room and illegally use the internet all day ) and now school's back. My personal Malfoy that used to work with me quit! He's at college now, so he didn't want to have to work any more. I did get what I wanted though: a ride home in his ghetto cruiser! Life really blows sometimes…but hopefully my story will be better than my life. Read and Review!

Polarized Hearts

Chapter 6 – The Addiction Begins

A tall figure stood before him. The boy was quite handsome; Severus could not help but be jealous of him. Every where he went heads turned to watch him, and yet he was oblivious (or appeared to be) to all of the attention he received. His focus was on his friends; boys he was willing to devote his life to at any means. Severus couldn't understand this kind of selflessness and Sirius knew this.

A strong hand lay down hard on Severus' shoulder, the other sprawled across the open book Severus had been reading. He had no choice but to look up at the face peering down at him. Deep grey wolf eyes poked out from behind hair so black it shone blue, an affect that made anyone looking at it think of the moonlight. Seeing Sirius this early was a shock to Severus' system, especially on a day where he was nervous enough just to see Remus.

"Snivellus, I need to talk to you." He pulled out a chair and straddled the back facing Severus. Taking a deep breath, Severus prepared himself to listen to the boy. "I don't know of any other way but this, so I'll say it. You better stay away from Remus, because if you try anything with him I'll kill you. I swear it, I will."

Severus stared blankly back.

"Why the hell would I try anything with him. He's the one who came to me-"

"Just stay away from him, Snivellus, or else" With that he smoothly left with out a glance back at Severus. I hate it when he calls me that. He knows that. He must not trust Remus…perhaps there is trouble in paradise…

The day passed on as slowly as it ever had in Severus' young life, making the wait harder and harder for him. Finally it was time to meet Remus.

He glanced into the mirror one last time, still not liking the pale face scowling back. A thought had passed earlier on taking a shower, but Severus decided it would be too much of a drastic change just for a study session. All he needed was for this to look like a date or something. Even though that is how he was thinking about it.

Remus arrived early, as was his way, but Severus was already waiting at a corner table. The smaller boy was not sure as to how to handle this, the taller one hidden in shadows but for his face. Severus looked up to find Remus watching him, and both boys grew a little pinker and hotter in the face.

"Er, have a seat?" Severus offered. Remus nodded shyly and sat down quickly, sneaking looks at the other boy through the long bangs in his face.

"Where do you think we should start?"

"Well, where do you think you need the most help in right away?"

"Erm, well, …" Remus trailed off, wondering what he had gotten himself into.

The awkwardness of the situation did not die away completely, but the tension did ease a bit. As time went by, the boys had a good time together. The enjoyment of each other's company kept the smiles coming and the learning easy.

Walking down the hallway together towards their common rooms, the boys paused outside of a painting of two young lads laying underneath a tree. Both Severus and Remus looked away from the picture to blush, and instead looked at each other.

"Do you want to meet me again? For a study session, of course" Severus looked hopeful through a gap in his hair. A shadow fell on the fair golden one, and so did Severus' spirit. "It's Sirius, isn't it?"

Remus' head popped up in surprise. "What? How, um…well, yes. He thinks…" The words on the tip of Remus' tongue did not want to come off. "I'd really like to meet again, but we have to keep it secret. Is that ok?" Severus tried not to glare. How could he expect him to just keep it a secret when it was exactly what he had wanted for five years? Was Remus ashamed of him? No, of course not. It was just that Sirius had expected them to get along, and perhaps he was scared that Severus would win him over.

"I suppose. I'll have to make sure that it is okay with my busy schedule."

"Er, if that was a yes, I think I know a place that we can meet in…" The conversation had become a bit sharp at the mention of Sirius. The sound of footsteps disrupted the two wizards' thoughts, and they quickly dispersed for the night.

What is this place he knows of? I think that I am right about Remus and Sirius…I'll just have to change that. Severus' thoughts were cut short once again by the sight waiting for him in the common room.

A very angry Lucius sat on a couch near to the table that Severus usually worked at. A nervous feeling slowly rose in Severus' stomach, and he approached the couch cautiously.

"Oh hello Severus. So nice of you to meet me when you said you would. Tell me, did anything important happen today?" Severus knew that to him it was important, but to Lucius it wouldn't be important enough. Not enough to miss a talk with dear old Malfoy.

"I had to tutor some rotten Gryffindor. I lost track of time it went so slow. I'm sorry" Severus offered as an excuse and tried to walk on by. It was not wise to be around Lucius when his temper was flaring, as he had a blinding rage.

"You expect me to believe that you missed out on a meeting with me to talk to some filthy Gryff? What do you take me for Snape? Honestly. Tell me, who is she?" Severus sat there puzzled for a moment, not quite sure of the meaning of Lucius' words. When it did hit him, he smiled to himself. He thinks I've got a girlfriend. He can wish. I need much more commitment than whatever desire of the flesh some stupid girl would have. I need someone who is willing to give me the same that they wish in return. The VERY same in return.

Lucius saw a small smile forming on Severus' face and he knew he was right. Severus had skipped out on him to be with someone he fancied. Well, well, well, little Sevvie is finally in love. I can only hope she feels the same. Lucius felt a swelling as that of pride a father might feel, and he stood up to get on to bed.

"Sorry about walking in on you and Narcissa this morning" Severus said as he reached his door. Lucius waved it off and yawned, spitting out a good night.

Lying in bed proved only to drive Severus insane. Memories of his sour and lonely life usually played over in his mind, but tonight something else had reserved the theatre. Remus Lupin and Severus together in a golden room, smiling and laughing. The scene would change to a darker room, with a bed or a couch. Sometimes the boys would be in the library working and suddenly be distracted by each other. Severus liked this one the best as he could play it backward and forward and actually believe it could happen. Hour after hour Severus could feel sleep calling him, but he pushed it out of his mind and listened to the soft voice of Remus instead. It was only a short while before the sun rose that Severus slept.

He had had several study sessions so far, each going progressively well. Last night's session had been in the room of requirements, and he and Severus had gotten to know each other even better by having nice long conversations. Sirius had of course found out that they were still meeting, and was on the verge of fighting with Remus every time the topic came up.

Remus came into the great hall on his own. He had had a bit of trouble going to sleep the night before, staring out the window that was beside his bed. Oh how he hated the moon. So many people loved it, and would think of it as romantic, yet all he could see was the pain he felt from it every month of his life since he was four.

He could see Sirius, James, and Peter at the table already talking and ready for Sunday. Rubbing his eyes he took his seat beside Sirius.

"Morning love. You didn't sleep much last night, did you? James says you made all sorts of sounds before he fell asleep" Sirius looked curiously at Remus, who hurriedly picked up a piece of toast and some eggs.

"How did your study thing go with Snape the Snake?" James asked through a mouth full of porridge and raisins. Peter nodded eagerly, but Sirius just readjusted in his seat impatiently and reached for another biscuit.

"Er,…it went well. I think." Remus swallowed his food and glanced at Sirius sideways as he sipped his juice.

"I suppose it would go well since you didn't say anything about it yet" Sirius responded curtly before ripping his biscuit roughly in half. He stood up to leave, and Remus knew he should follow. He grabbed a few more sausages and then trotted after Sirius' retreating forms. On the way out they passed Severus, who was just entering the great hall. Both Remus and Severus stopped in their tracks, but Sirius brushed past like he saw nothing. Finally Severus nodded and continued in to eat, leaving Remus to run after Sirius.

"Sirius, wait! Hang on, why are you so angry with me?" Remus caught up to Sirius, a little out of breath, and steadied himself as Sirius whirled around to look at him.

"Do you think that I'm so stupid that I can't see what's going on?"

" Sirius, nothing is going on! We just worked on my potions skills, and we ran a little late, that's all!" Remus pleaded with his eyes for Sirius to believe him.

"You're in love with Severus! Don't lie to me!" Remus had no idea how to respond, and instead of answering let his mouth hang open as he thought about what to say.

"I knew it. Don't even try to come after me. Go and have a great full moon Remus." With that he stormed off in the direction of the dormitories. Not fair. The common room is mine too! Thought Remus although he had no desire to go there. A better idea came into his head, and he headed back into the great hall as James and Peter left.

A/N: Okay, so what'd you think? The next chapter things really heat up, and it only took me three months to write it (I'm so sorry). I can't wait to post it up, so the more reviews I get the more motivated I am to write more and post more so REVIEW PLEASE!!!