A/N: Thank you all, reviewers. I'm still updating, although Remus has had a hard time recuperating after Ash-the-great punched him. Aww…I've forgiven her though. She was just trying to knock some sense into him, rather than shake.
Deb-lil- Yep, you're right about what everyone thinks. And I'm not sure about Ted's POV, but I can tell you that Ted is going to have a big part in coming chapters. And "plonker" is an incredibly British insult, derived from the most popular comedy programme over here. And I am truly honoured to be in your profile, thank you so much.
Ash-the-great- You meanie! Poor Moony...he needs some sense knocked into him though! Go you! Thanks again.
devillish angel- You love Remus? You're not the only one...can I keep the chapter? Er...yes? Thanks for reviewing!
The Female Nerd- Are you implying that Sirius isn't loyal? Blasphemy! Here's a new chappie for you, thanks!
Romulus901-AW. You'll be aw-ing a lot more in later chapters, I hope! Thanks for reviewing!
Blackness Angel- My mind wasn't in the gutter! And I'm updating, don't flame me! I can't resist the puppy-dog eyes...fluffy, by definition from is light and happy. So yeah. Thanks for your loyalty!
Kerichi- Oh, yeah, I know Dora the Explorer. My little sister likes her. And...yeah, I like making Remus cry for some horrible reason. He will be happy in the end, I promise. And you like my Sirius? I like him too...thanks for not scolding! Lol. Keep up the constructive crit, it's really helpful!
Cassie89- Yeah...poor kids. Don't worry, this is a romance, not a tragedy. Heh heh. Cheers for reviewing!
Emmanuelle Lisselle Grey- I rule? Wow, thanks! That's almost as good as being called Tonks (Deb-lil calls me that). And yeah...I've pretty much memorised that hospital wing bit, being the crazy shipper that I am. I just had to put it in...thanks for the compliments!
sea-ess-eye- I'm glad you like the teenage versions of everyone, it's kind of hard to keep them in character and make them teenagery at the same time. Thanks for your review!
Lupinsmoon12391- No, but there you go. And you'll have to keep waiting a while...heheheh. And as for 'Nymph', I guess great minds think alike, hey? Thanks for reading and reviewing, the best combination!
LunaCatt- Physics is evil and should die. And Sirius was not being sarcastic, he really is loyal. What is wrong with you people, don't you trust dear Sirius? I'll tell him that. And don't be sad...last chapter was about the least funny chapter in the whole thing, how depressing. Oh, well. Thanks for being so loyal!
GreenTea&Honey- Like I said before, I've pretty much memorised Remus's little excuses, and I had to include them! And of course you're in the Author's Notes, darling! You deserve it, you dear reviewer.
I am a Banana- Ahem, hmm? Well, it's better than "hem-hem"! And Remmy needs a hug...he needs his mum, that's what! And thanks again for the marshmallows, they're highly enjoyable, especially since I apparently deserve them. Huzzah!
Fetish Female- Thank you! And Vitler was great, I've got to say.
And now...onwards! Can you believe, although there is diary and LETTER, there is a section in...third person! How weird. Please enjoy, all the same!
Chapter Eleven
8:00 PM
Dear Padfoot (and Moony)
I can no longer laugh at you for having the burden of a female cousin. My lovely cousin Tracey was here all afternoon, and before you get any ideas, might I remind you that Tracey is old enough to be my mum. My MUM!
But then, my mum is technically old enough to be my gran, so…
Anyway, mums are strange, aren't they? You may or may not know this, but today not only was Tracey here with Grant Hugo Oliver Nathaniel Potter, her latest infant, but so was Caroline (Wormtail's mum) and your mum, Moony! They were all having tea and fairy cakes together in the living room! And, of course, talking about their 'boys', those being us! I mean, we're not boys, we're MEN! I didn't stay long, but I heard them discussing that time we blew up those toilets that no one actually uses. Merlin, that was funny! Although perhaps we shouldn't upset Moaning Myrtle anymore. She threatened to go to the Shrieking Shack and all the grown-up ghosts starting hounding on us, remember? Although, now that I know why the Shrieking Shack REALLY shrieks , the idea sounds hysterically funny. Moony vs. Myrtle, hahaha!
Sorry to ramble off topic some more, but your mum (That's Moony's mum, not yours, Padfoot) is really huge! How many babies is she expecting, exactly? One, you say? Don't be surprised if you get eightoplets, is all I can say.
But the big news is…guess who's Head Boy? ME! ME! Isn't Dumbledore great?
"He's also insane."
"Dumbledore does everything for a reason, Padfoot. Although I still can't work out why he let us four into his school."
"Maybe he gave that reason-having thing up...otherwise, why on earth did he make Prongs Head Boy?"
"Wonder who's Head Girl..."
"Dorcas." Sirius said, a little too quickly. A sly grin formed on Remus's face.
"Why is it, that every time someone mentions the word 'girl', the first thing you then say is Dorcas?"
"Er...let's go downstairs, shall we?
The diary
August 1st
4:00
I finally got my sleepover! Woo-hoo! Although I'm ever so slightly disappointed, because even though my best mate, Linny, is coming, she's bringing Araminta, because Araminta is staying with her over the summer. It's not that I don't like Araminta, it's just that she's always moaning. And she's always making fun of my hair. And she's always erasing my work just for the fun of it. And she's always really giggly and talks about other people behind their backs. And if she's not ridiculously hyper and stupid, she's being sulky.
4:01
God, I hate her! Lucky I'm patient.
4:02
Er...well, sometimes I'm patient, sometimes I'm not.
4:03
Considering I'm in Hufflepuff, I'm actually the least patient person I know. That's depressing.
4:04
I should stop lying to myself.
(Four hours later)
8:00
ARGH! I'm SO glad to get away. Dear MERLIN. Merlin, save me! Please...I'll start believing in you!
8:01
I think Merlin is actually my only hope now. How depressing.
8:02
So much for bloody Operation Cheer Up Tonks. And Operation Tonks's Boyfriend. If I can't have Remus, I'm going to be one of those sad people who dedicates their life to saving Grindylows.
8:03
Living in the wild must get a bit boring after a while. I mean, you don't get to listen to music or anything.
8:04
I guess you have to listen to The Dawn Chorus. Whoever came up with that terminology is a nutter, in my opinion. I mean, it's just a bunch of stupid birds chirping! It's depressing!
8:05
Better go back downstairs.
(not the diary)
8:07 PM
"God, you were in the loo a long time, Tonks."
"Yeah, well..." Tonks said, nervously. She sat down and continued to munch sadly on marshmallows. Her best friend, Linny, sensed her unhappiness and attempted to make conversation.
"Apparently Afro's having a great time in Marbella."
"Yeah?" Tonks responded blandly. She seemed to have little interest in Marbella.
"Let's put some music on!" proclaimed Araminta, and within ten seconds, she and Linny were up and dancing to Araminta's favourite Muggle song, Dancing Queen. Tonks, however, continued to eat marshmallows. Linny, who knew Tonks better than Araminta ever could, was aware that something was bothering her friend. It was partly the fact that her hair was a shiny raven black, and partly because she normally despised marshmallows.
Linny plonked herself down next to Tonks, and quietly spoke to her.
"Hey, what's wrong?"
"Oh, it's nothing."
"Hey, I've known you since I was...well, yeah, a long time, Nymphadora!"
"Don't call me that, Lynette!"
"Soz. Anyway..." Linny lowered her voice once again. "If there IS something bothering you, maybe if you get up and have a good time...it'll kind of seem less severe. It'll make you feel better, honest."
"Fine." Tonks agreed sulkily, but flashing Linny a childish grin.
So, Tonks finally joined Araminta and Linny, and, to her surprise, felt extremely good. She wasn't the best dancer, in fact she was a terrible dancer, but that wasn't the point. She felt good. Her hair miraculously turned pink, and Linny was positively delighted for her friend...and at her own advice skills. Araminta, oddly enough, didn't notice.
However, Araminta's observation skills weren't as bad as they would seem. While Tonks was 'dancing' and shaking about with Linny, there was a tall, thin boy around their own age leaning in the door frame. He had dry, brown hair that covered his eyes quite a bit, and pale skin with some blemishes around the edge. He also had quite a large nose. He was watching Tonks with a delighted expression on his peaky face.
"Oh my God!" Araminta squealed. "What are you doing?"
"Merlin, I...I'm very sorry..." the boy said, seeming utterly speechless. Tonks turned around and threw him a watery glance, which rang alarm bells in Linny's sensible mind. Those alarm bells, though they could not be heard, seemed to attract the handsome personality of one Sirius Black, who was updating his Chocolate Frog Card collection in the kitchen.
"YOU are disgusting! What makes YOU think that WE want to hang around with YOU! Go AWAY! You're UGLY and you're ANNOYING and you're a PERV..."
"Thanks for enlightening me with that information. I had been wondering for some time why I found girls so attractive, I always thought it was because I'm a boy.I guess I'd better leave you in peace." Remus Lupin replied diplomatically, and quietly made his way upstairs.
"You, FOUL, EVIL little COCKROACH!" Tonks yelled at Araminta, her face having turned a dastardly shade of crimson. Whether that was with fury or embarrassment, Linny couldn't tell. "You absolute BI..."
"Ciao, ladies!" Sirius Black appeared in Remus's place like a guardian angel. He flashed Araminta a brilliant white smile. "Having fun?
"Yes." Araminta beamed back, except her teeth were stained with coffee and Butterbeer. Tonks seemed about to burst.
"Allright, Tonksy?" Sirius asked, discretely showing concern in his voice. Tonks looked at him desperately for a second, then stamped her feet furiously and bolted from the room. Araminta laughed, but Linny looked as concerned as Sirius felt.
But now, Sirius was starting to feel angry. This...Hufflepuff, had managed to insult Tonks and Remus in a single blow. She needed some revenge...an idea automatically sprung to the Marauder's mind. It was, after all, what made him the Marauder he was.
"Would you LOOK at that sunset? How about the three of us go out the front and watch it."
"OK!" Araminta squealed, latching herself onto Sirius's arm. Linny followed them outside the front door, despondently, worrying for her best friend.
8:10 PM
"Blimey, that's bright! Better get out my sunglasses...oh, dear, I left them in the garden! Be back in a sec, ladies!"
"We'll miss you, Sirius!"
"Um...bye."
8:12 PM
"Where's Sirius now?"
"In the garden, stupid! Maybe he's getting me some flowers...ooh, Lynette! Look at this lovely doggy!"
"It looks kind of like a Grim to me."
"Nonsense, he's lovely, aren't you? Let me pat your muzzle...AHHH!"