I decided the skip the Hogsmeade trip. Technically it's the same thing that happens in the movie. Harry learns about Peter Pettigrew and that Sirius is his godfather.

Chapter 7

- Midnight Wanderings -

The school was quiet over the holidays. Teddy had spent the whole day in his room, the library and the great hall. Christmas was right around the corner. Harry wasn't talking to anyone since their Hogsmeade trip, after he'd found out that Sirius Black was in fact his godfather.

He knew that Harry was angry, scared and confused. But, he did wish they could talk. Unlike most full moons Teddy didn't walk back to his room with his friends, who would stay until as long as they could, before wishing him luck and leaving. This time he was all alone.

Teddy sat on the end of his bed thinking. Tomorrow was Christmas. He'd taken some of the leftovers from the Christmas Eve feast and put them on his bedside table. Some roasted turkey, potatoes and gravy. He was always hungry once he changed, even if he was full before hand.

The Ravenclaw's muscles twitched and ached, as if they could sense what was about to happen. Quickly he undressed himself. Too many times he'd ripped through his uniform and had to wear his normal clothes instead, which Professor Snape had been happy to torment him about.

Then it stuck him, like an arrow to the back. The pain had always been the worst part of the full moon. His bone snapped out and into position, growing in odd directions, his muscles stretched and his canine teeth grew long. His squinted his eyes and when he opened them again, it was all over.

He sat on the floor of his bedroom, looking around at how different things looked for the eyes of a wolf. Of course, Teddy didn't look like a normal wolf. He was taller, with not as much fur and could stand on his back legs.

When he was younger his reflection used to terrify him, even now he hated to look at himself during this state. Which was why there were no mirrors or reflective surfaces to be seen in his room. Earlier, Teddy had taken the time to decorated his room. He'd asked the house elves if there were any spare decorations.

Now the small room, which was once Filch's old office, was decorated in Christmas lights, tinsel and little origami creatures that flew around the ceiling and climbing on top of his wardrobe, watching the strange creature that'd replaced the young shaggy haired boy.

Werewolf Teddy sniffed around the room, finding the plate of turkey and potatoes. Clumsily he ate at the meat, but left the potatoes with a disgusted sniff. Afterwards he marveled at the bright lights decorating the ceiling. He jumped, as if to touch them, and accidentally pulled them all down.

He rolled around in a tangled heap suddenly the door opened. He looked up in surprise. The door was only supposed to open for a teacher or himself, while he was human, came in contact with it.

He shook off the lights and edged towards the door, one paw at a time. He looked down at the hallway and a Slytherin boy running away. He peered to get a closer look. Wait? It was him!

He was staring at himself, dressed in Slytherin robes. But suddenly, the Slytherin Teddy's face changed and an unrecognizable boy ran away, carrying a bottle. Polyjuice potion, typical.

Teddy's human instinct was to shut the door and remain inside his room, the Slytherin boy was obviously trying to get him into trouble. But something stopped him from returning to his solitude. Instead, the young werewolf walked out his room, but instead of heading for the door that led to the Dark Forest, he walked further into the school.

His claws tapped against the stone ground. His glowing yellow eyes looked around, he had no idea where he was going but something was pulling him up the stairs towards the second floor classrooms.

He turned a corner and paused. Professor Snape stopped at the sight of Teddy. His sleek black hair glowed in the light of his wand. Teddy stared at his wand, which was held defensively in front of him. He growled slightly walking down on one side of the hallway. Snape kept his distance, wand still pointed.

He had the right to defend himself if Teddy attacked, which Teddy had no interest in doing so. Instead he slowly made his way past him. "Tedson, back to your room." Snape ordered, but the werewolf ignored him. "Tedson!" He snapped and Teddy snarled.

He smiled as Professor Snape flinched. Whenever he turned Teddy felt more confident, more reckless. It was like a new wild energy had grown inside of him. He sped up, walking down the hall and walking into... the Dark Arts classroom.

The door a large metal lock on it, which he quickly chewed off. He nudged the door open, the shut it behind him. At the back of the classroom was a small flight of stairs, leading to Professor Lupin's office.

Suddenly, he understood why he'd come. He was looking for company.

Teddy walked up to the door on all fours. He scratched his slightly and waited for a response.

Scratch.

He huffed at the sound, sniffing under the door crack. The office door was also locked, only this lock was enchanted. No matter how much he scratched and bit, the lock wouldn't budge. He could sense Lupin knew he was there. Yet there was nothing they could do to get to each other.

Teddy sat in front of the door whimpering slightly, but then rested his head on his front paws and slowly fell asleep.

Teddy woke with a start and winced at the familiar post-transformation headache. He was inside Professor Lupin's office curled up in his comfy leather chair. He was covered in a long cloak, as well as one of the professor's sweaters and a pair of his pants, both of which were way to big for him. It took him a few minute to remember what had happened, but once he did he jumped, saying a word that if the Matron back at the orphanage had heard him say, she would've hit him so hard he'd have gone back in time.

He moved around the office desk and peered out the door. Professor Lupin was no where to be seen, so Teddy quietly tip-toed out of the classroom. The fierce, brave attitude he obtain during full moons was gone and replaced by worry and guilt.

As he walked down the hall he saw the paintings give him disgusted looks, they knew what had happened. Luckily, the school was practically empty so he would most likely wouldn't bump into any students. Finally he saw his dorm door, but before he could reach it he heard a familiar voice behind. "Tedson!" Teddy thought the bad word again in his head as he spun around. Professor Snape was gliding towards him, his cape bellowing out behind him as usual. He was like a black storm preparing to swallow him whole.

"Merry Christmas, Professor! Sleep well?" He smiled fearfully.

"Out for a midnight wander were we?" Teddy gulped. "Come with me." He ordered and he obediently followed him up to Dumbledore's office. Teddy wanted to run for the hills yet forced his feet to follow behind Snape. "Professor Dumbledore." Snape sneered as they entered the Headmaster's office. The white bearded man looked up from behind his desk. "Severus, Teddy. What brings you both up here?" He asked with a smile.

"Someone was out of bed last night and wandering around the castle during the full moon." Teddy lowered his head. "I saw him go into the Dark Arts room. Most likely to see Professor Lupin."

"Is this true, Teddy?"

"Yes, but I-"

Snape interrupted him quickly. "To leave his dorm in the middle of the night during a full moon is completely irresponsible, and obviously planned."

"I didn't plan to leave my room!" Teddy shouted and instantly regretted it. The potions master glared at him.

"Only you or a professor can open your door. Explain that."

"It was a student, he used a Polyjuice potion, I saw it!"

"Lies." He snorted.

Dumbledore raised a hand to silence the two of them. he was thinking quietly, but Teddy couldn't help but ask, "Am I expelled?" Which Snape almost smiled at.

"Of course not, Teddy." His smile disappeared and Teddy let out a sigh of relief. "There's no knowing for sure what happened. But listen to me Teddy, there shall be no more midnight walks. The next time this happens I won't have much choice but to expel you. Understood?"

"Understood, Professor. Thank you." Teddy beamed.

"Alright off you go. Oh, and Teddy, Merry Christmas." He shooed and Teddy slowly walked out of the room. "Merry Christmas, Professor." He could feel his heart pounding in his chest.

"That was close." He murmured. turning a corner and slamming into something hard. "Oof!" He fell onto the hard stone floor.

"Sorry, are you alright Teddy?" Professor Lupin offered him a hand which he gladly took.

"Yeah, I'm fine."

The professor looked more tired than he felt, with dark circles under his eyes and a pale complexion. "I'm sorry I wasn't there when you woke up. I thought it'd best to check that everything was in order after last night." Teddy felt his cheeks go red.

"I am so sorry about that." He apologized.

"It was very irresponsible what you did... but then again I completely understand the temptation." He ruffled his hair in a comforting way, then he noticed Teddy was still dressed in his clothes. "Oh dear, those don't really fit you do they. Why don't you go get changed, I'll try to straightened things out with Dumbledore."

"It's okay. Professor Snape took me to see him and he gave me a warning. It won't happen again." The two said goodbye to each other and Teddy ran off to his room. The castle may be nearly empty, but the last thing he needed was for someone to see him dressed in the professor's clothes. It felt good to put on a pair of jeans, top and his favourite denim jacket.

He walked to the Great Hall and was surprised to see Harry at the table, waving at him. He sat down filling his plate as much as he could before digging in. God he was hungry!

"So is it true?" Harry asked, taking a sip of pumpkin juice.

"Huh?"

"You left your room last night?"

"Oh, yeah... wait, how'd you know?" Harry glanced over at the Slytherin table. The boy who'd taken the Polyjuice potions was giggling from behind his issue of the Quibbler. Teddy's grip tightened on his fork. "Are you gonna tell Professor Dumbledore?" Harry asked.

"No," the word was almost impossible to say. "No, I won't. What good would it do? So what about you? Are you okay?"

"I'm... better. Just can't wait till the holidays are over."

At that moment two owls flew through the open windows and into the hall, dropping several packages in front of the two boys. The first presents, delievered by Hedwig, were from Hermione. Teddy could tell right away from the neat wrapping paper. He ripped open his gift. Inside was a large box of Honeyduke's chocolates and a small silver necklace with a miniature wooden wolf attached to the chain. Teddy laughed when the wolf moved turning its head up as if it was howling.

The next present was from Ron and had been delivered by the Weasley's family owl. Inside was a large Ravenclaw blue sweater with a large white 'T' on the front, mostly likely from Mrs Weasley, and then a box of Every-Flavour-Beans from Ron. With much hesitation Teddy put on the sweater. Harry had also gotten a box of Every-Flavour-Beans and a maroon beanie.

They both laughed happily and for a split second, everything felt alright.