Interlude #1: Letter to a Friend
Dear Sirius,
If you are reading this then our suspicions were correct and Peter was the traitor. We didn't tell you what we suspected because it was for the best. Take good care of Harry, Sirius. If the prophecy was correct, then Harry survived when we didn't. He'll be a hero, Sirius. Make sure he keeps a level head and always protect him.
You are a good friend Sirius. Thank you so much for being our friend. We owe you so much. Tell Harry everyday that his parents love him, and that we will always be looking out for him, and you, until the day we meet again.
Send our apologies to Remus. He didn't deserve the treatment we put him through, but, it was war, and war brings out the worst in all of us. But now, you have a chance for a normal life. Take this chance and use it well, old friend. Don't do anything rash that will endanger you or Harry or Remus. We love you all, but we want it to be awhile until the next time we see you.
We love you, Sirius. We know that you will be good to Harry, that's why we named you his Godfather. Let the past go, Sirius. We know that you are afraid that you will turn into your own parents, but you're too good for that. You were put into Gryffindor for a reason.
Everyday that Voldemort grows stronger is another closer to the end, Sirius. We feel that we won't make it to the end. It's a gruesome thought, but it's there. We are making the most of the time we have with Harry, but the end is drawing near. That is why we are writing this letter. To give you, Harry, and Remus closure. We love you and we will miss you, but make the most of the time you have. If this war has taught us anything it's that life is precious and time is short. Don't grieve for us for too long. We've excepted our fate and so should you.
And lastly, Sirius, don't blame yourself. There was no way that you could have known that Peter was the traitor. The lure of power was just too much for him. It's not your fault and Peter will get his in the end. The deepest part of hell is reserved for traitors, they say. So enjoy your time with Harry and Remus. Do not dwell on the past and forget to live in the present, Sirius.
We love you all. Take care until we meet again.
Lily and James Potter
On the porch of a small house in London, a letter, with only the name Sirius Black on it, was picked up by a strong wind, and, as a man was being led to Azkaban many miles away, it flew into the wind and was never seen again.
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A/N: go forth and read my live journal. there is a pic of me on it. (justinxxkinney is the user name, in case this link does not work.)
http / www . livejournal. com / users / justinxxkinney / (take out the spaces)