Truth Time
Harry
I opened the letter that dad had given to me, part of me wanted to know what it said yet the was still a small part that didn't. How could dad keep something like this from me?
I unfolded the paper and began to read.
My sweet baby boy
By now you dad has told you who I truly am. Yes I am your other dad, please try to understand. I want you to know that I loved your dad with all my heart.
We had to hide from the dark lord, he and his followers were out to kill anyone who would stand against him and his beliefs. When dad and I refused to stand with him we knew it wouldn't be a matter of time before he came for us. Kind sweet Lily, was there to protect you and me, and that meant that she would pose as your mom/aunt, while dad was away teaching.
Son if you have any questions about me you can ask dad or Uncle Moony. I know you must has loads of questions. I just what you to be happy, I wish I could be there to see you grow and learn. Please be good for your dad.
I love you so much, even in death. You will always be in my heart. Your dad will always be there for you my son. I am sure he didn't want to with hold the truth from you. Please don't be mad, he loves you so much.
By the time you read this it will be the eve of your 11th birthday. Happy Birthday baby boy.
Until we meet again
Love
James (papa)
As I put the letter back in the envelope, I heard a knock on my door. "Pup, its me Uncle Moony can I come in pup?" He said as he peeked in the open door.
"Oh uncle Moony, why didn't dad tell me?" Tears filled my eyes. As I clung to my uncle. We sat on my bed. I cuddled into his side.
"Pup, I know you are hurting, but just know your dad never meant to hurt you by keeping this from you. He just didn't know how to tell you. You know how your dad has a hard time coming up with right words. He is hurting just as much as you right now, he feels like you hate him. He only just found the letter for you. James hid it well."
"I am not mad at dad ; just a shock is all. I grow up thinking that lily was my mum, only to find out she was there to protect us. What about the pictures of her holding me?" I asked my godfather.
"Lily came to love you as if you were here own. Sev know that it was the only way to keep you both safe while he was teaching. He would do anything to keep you safe. i am going to see how long till supper. Come down when your ready." Uncle Moon left me with my thoughts.
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SEV
I felt bad for Harry, I understand why he ran to his room. I know I should have told him sooner. I sat in my chair by the window with tears running down my face. i looked up when I felt a gentle hand on my shoulder.
"Oh Sev please don't cry. Harry does not hate you, he loves you so much. He was just shocked to hear that James was his other dad. He understands why you did what you and Lily did. Just give him time." Remus stood in front of me with open arm. I stood up and hugged him, being in his arms was like being home.
I called for Wiki to bring us tea and to let Harry know that it was time for tea. No sooner than five minuets later did my boy peer into the room. (luckily Rem and I had moved sit on the settee just moments before. Who knows what he would have thought.)
Harry ran over and wrapped his arms around me. "Dad I am so so sorry for running out, I guess it was just a lot to deal with. I don't hate you. I truly understand why you did what you did. I love you so much." He let out a sob. "There,There we will get through this. Now how about some honey tea, dinner will be ready in about a hour." I hugged one more time, then poured my boy his tea and added honey.
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I finally got harry settled in his bed, Rem had also bid him good night. I just can't believe my baby boy is turning 11 tomorrow. I returned to the sitting to set up the decorations for his party. Rem was hanging the banner that had happy birthday on it. I was putting up the balloons. " hey Rem I want to ask you something." I pour use a cup of tea and sit on the chair by the window. " sure sev what is it?"
"I was wondering if you would like to stay the night, seems how you would be back in the morning anyway. I just thought it would save you the trip. You can stay in the guest room beside mine." I looked hopeful.
"Well... ok I will stay. It will be a surprise for my pup to see me here when he wakes up."
" Thank you, I think that we both need you here. I will have Wiki show you to your room. If you need anything just call for Wiki. I still have a few things to to do before I retire for the night." I told Rem.
"Here let me help, its the least I can do. You know I would do anything for you and my god-son." He winked before placing more streamers around the room.
