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Remus' story

It was nearly 10 o'clock when he got up the next morning. His hopes of all of this being a terrible nightmare after he saw pieces of glass on the floor by the door. The weather was rather unusual for this part of year. It was raining outside so Harry had to let go of his idea to spend the morning outside by the lake. The sound of rain pouring lured him to the window. He was simply standing there until a soft knock ripped him out of his musings. Harry turned to see Remus Lupin entering the room.

''I thought you might want to know that the breakfast is served. You can go to the great hall when you're ready.'' Remus said almost in a whisper looking worriedly at the glass on which he just step.

Ready for what? See that bloody liar of my so called 'father'?He's most probably in the great hall. Harry thought but didn't say anything. He just nodded to him looking trough the window again. Remus bowed his head ready to leave Harry alone. Before leaving, he added

''If you want to talk, I will be in my office.'' with that Remus closed the door behind him.

How considerate of you Remus, 'when I'm ready'. Well, I wasn't ready to find out that my whole life was nothing else but a lie. And I sure as hell wasn't ready to hear that I have a Death Eater for a father, Harry thought bitterly. He trailed of to the Gryffindor common room because he was sure he was going to suffocate if he stays a minute longer in the room. When he settled down in his favourite sofa, the fire immediately lit. It was so quiet and peaceful. After blinking for the fifth time at the Godric's blurry painting above the fireplace, he came to the conclusion that he needs his glasses again. Something definitely was changing, and he felt it. Harry quickly ran to the bathroom to find a mirror. He found that his hair was again normal, his nose too. Everything was in its place like it was before he drank the damn potion Remus sent him. He looked in awe at his reflection in the mirror. Thank God I don't have that dreadful hair anymore, he thought and went back to the common room with something similar to a smile on his face. Harry sat there wondering how will all this affect his life. Especially Quidditch because he knew that he inharited the talent from James, but now he wasn't so sure... Even if he looked like a Potter again unfortunately that does not change the fact that he is actually a Snape. Just at the thought of it he felt something weird in his stomach. Or maybe he was just hungry. Harry realized that he hadn't eaten anything since Monday morning, and today is Wednesday. Starving himself to death wouldn't change anything. Although he wasn't that hungry, a walk to the great hall won't hurt, so after another visit to the bathroom, he got dressed and headed downstairs.

Though for a few seconds he hesitaded with entering, the great hall was fortunately empty. Harry was relieved to see a table with food only for one person because right now he didn't feel like talking to anyone. He knew very well that sooner or later he will have to confront Severus but he would prefere if it was not today. The ceiling above him was dim, grey just as the sky outside. This fitted perfectly to Harry's mood. He went to sit over the Gryffindor table where his breakfast was served. The table was filled with all kinds of food, which Harry considered completely wasted because he doubted he would eat that much. In the middle of his meal the door burst open and Rubeus Hagrid abruptly entered. To say that he was surprised to see Harry at the Gryffindor table would be an understatement.

''Harry, what are you doing here!'' his voice echoed the hall.

''Good morning, Hagrid.'' Harry muttered tiredly.

''Oh, sorry. Good morning.'' Hagrid looked at him intently expecting an answer.

''What do you mean by... You don't know why I'm here?'' Harry asked curiously.

''No. Thats why I asked in the first place.'' Hagrid said a bit confused. He had a worried look on his face.

''You mean, you don't know about my mother and Snape?'' Harry asked quietly.

''What about Snape?'' Hagrid was now even more confused. He moved closer to Harry.

''Oh, nothing. Nothing... I'll tell you later.What do you need?'' Harry asked trying to avoid further explanation.

''I was looking for Dumbledore, he said he needs to talk to me about something. Have you seen him? He isn't in his office and I'm kind of in a a hurry.'' Fortunately Hagrid had more important bussines to attend so he didn't ask anything else. He sighed nervously after Harry shaked his head.

''Well, okay then. You still didn't tell me why are you here, I expect an answer. See you later.'' Hagrid gave him a serious look and left. Harry knew he'll have to tell him, much to his utter dissapointment.

He finished his breakfast in peace and left the great hall. It was still raining outside, so he decided to return to the common room. On his way, he passed by Remus' office and remembered his words. He indeed had a lot of questions to ask and Remus was the only person beside his 'father' who can answer them. He knocked on the door and entered when he was permitted. Remus quickly stood up when he saw Harry entering. He was glad the boy decided to come to him, whatever the reason may be.

''Harry! Please sit down.'' Remus said carefully looking at Harry. He sat opposite to him. ''I guess you want to talk about what you saw in the pensieve.'' Remus whispered puting his hands on the table.

''Well...Yes.'' Harry replied. ''I want to know everything that happened, and I suppose this time you will tell me the truth.''

''Of course, believe me it wasn't my attention to hurt you. I would love more than you that James is your father, but unfortunately he isn't.'' Remus said.

''I know.'' Harry said tiredly.

''So where should I start... I think you should know why I decided to follow Lily and your father in the Forbidden forrest that night.'' Remus started.

''Don't call him that! He is not my father.'' Harry said angrily. Remus had somewhat proud look on his face at that words.

''Fine, Severus. About a month before I caught them in the forrest I started to notice that they were both acting strange. When we had our classes together they were sharing looks, but I think no one except me saw that. I mean, everyone knew Severus hated half-bloods. Despite the looks even I thought that they hate each other. In that time I was the Gryffindor prefect, just as Lily was. She'd often missed our meetings, sometimes even more than me which was strange considering the fact that I'm a werewolf. Especially at night. When I ask her about it she would answer me that it's a ''girl thing'' or something like that. One night by the end of the school year I saw her heading for the Forbidden forrest after she told me she's tired and asked me if I could cover for her. I thought it was rather strange for a tired person to walk around the castle in the middle of the night. But a few minutes after I saw Severus going in the same way as Lily. I decided to follow them because I thought she doesn't know that Severus followed her. I was afraid that he might do something to Lily. I left the castle and followed Severus. When I got near them I hid behind a tree. None of them saw me. I couldn't believe what I was seeing. Well, you saw what happened in the pensieve, no need to explain further...'' Remus stopped.

''Yes, unfortuately I did. But how did she marry my father? I mean, I suppose you told him.'' Harry asked gloomily.

''No, I didn't tell anything to James. The whole school knew that he fancied Lily and also that she wasn't sharing his feelings at all. If I had thought that it was just a crush I would have told him, but I was afraid that it was much more than that. Not to mention that he utterly hated Severus. Maybe I was just a coward but I didn't want to brake his illusions. Non of Sirius' advices ever worked, Lily didn't want to have anything with James no matter how hard he tried. When Severus left I thought that their little affair was over. Lily even agreed to go out with James to his surprise. I think she started to like him too after a while. A month passed after Severus left and Lily accepted to marry James. He never knew that she had anything with Severus when they married. But one thing was always on my mind; was Lily really pregnant or did she say that only to make Severus stay. I got my answer 8 months later when you were born. James was told that you were premature and no one suspected a thing. That day I went to the hospital to visit your mother. She gave me the vial I sent you and told me that if anything happened to her or James, that I make sure you get the potion. That moment I knew she had all planned. She admitted to me that she loves James and that Severus was history. I promised I would do as she wanted because I believed her. She explained me that the potion will show your true appearance for a day. I didn't understand it until she told me that she put a permanent spell on you so you would look like James' son.'' Remus finished.

''So, will look like a Potter whole my life? I mean...'' Harry asked hoping Remus will confirm it.

''Yes, you will look like a Potter.'' Remus answered.

''Is there any spell that can change it?'' Harry wanted to make sure he won't have to encounter with that creepy hair on his head anymore.

''Not that I know, at least not permanent. As a matter of fact, Severus spent the whole night in the library trying to find a potion that would reverse the spell. I don't think he will be pleased when he finds out that there isn't much he can do.'' Remus said mischievously.

''Who else knows about this?'' Harry asked.

''I didn't tell anyone about this until to day, but by now, I think every teacher in Hogwarts.'' Remus smirked.

''Why!'' Harry protested at the words he just heard.

''Dumbledore decided that it was for the best, though I have to say that Severus didn't approve it.'' Remus responded seriously.

''Dumbledore. Why doesn't he leave me alone already? Honestly, it's like he's determined to completely ruin my life.'' Harry said bitterly. Obviously Hagrid wasn't informed about Snapes affairs like the rest of the Hogwarts staff because he didn't mention anything this morning.

''I myself don't agree with him, but we can't keep this a secret forever.'' Remus muttered in a voice that was showing he wasn't so glad about it.

''Well, you managed perfectly for sixteen years.'' Harry said sarcastically. ''I guess they will now expect me to act like his son.''

''I don't think so. I mean, everyone knows about mutual hatred that you two carried for years. It would be unrealistic to expect that you will suddenly accept him as your father. We both know that you will need some time.'' Remus said bowing his head. They both stayed silent for a few minutes until Harry broke the silence

''Did Sirius know?'' Harry whispered

''No, he didin't know anything. Lily and James wanted me as your godfather but I refused. I told them that a werewolf for a godfather isn't a good choice. But the true reason was that I didn't want to be a part of Lily's lie although I accepted to stay silent about her secret. Lily agreed with me respecting my reasons though James wasn't satisfied with my explanation. He immediately suggested Sirius as our godfather. Sirius accepted, of course. Despite me knowing you are not James' son, I regret now for refusing to be your godfather. You are truly James' son, no matter who your really father is.'' Remus said proudly.

''Yes, I know that.'' Harry whispered and stood up.

''I hope you aren't angry at me because of what you just heard.'' Remus stood up too.

''No, I'm not angry. Well, not that much though.'' Harry added. ''You did what my mother asked you too.'' Harry said gloomily and headed out of Remus' office.

''Thank you, if you want to talk you know where to find me.'' Remus said as Harry opened the door and left the office. Remus looked at him as Harry closed the door. He knew very well that the trust Harry had in him is gone, but he also knew that he will do all in his power to get it back.

On his way to the Gryffindor common room Harry thought about the things that Remus told him. It took him a lot of strenght to admit that Severus knew as much as he did. The bastard had no clue that he had a son whatsoever, just like anyone else. Who on Earth would expect that Harry Potter, the boy-who-lived, was actually a Snape?


Please, review!

Sylvia Snape: I'm not sure, but I think he's going to keep his name.

Logi: Yes, I think so too. I mean, he still blames Severus for Sirius' death, and not to mention the thingh that they hated each other from the day Harry started to go to Hogwarts.

Ruth: You will see...

A/N: I think this is the longest chapter I ever wrote! Sorry for my spelling mistakes. Thanks to all of you who reviewed, I hope you liked it!

Lily