General POV
Regulus sat in the Great Hall, watching. He knew the small Gryffindor that was killing his big brother. He observed that he was not sat with Potter and his lackeys for a change. Regulus also knew he had been in the hospital wing when he'd broke down with his brother. But so far nothing had been said. Regulus didn't think it was fair this boy could swan around enjoying life while his brother was lying in the hospital wing, losing himself more each day.
Regulus caught sight of the boy leaving the hall alone and got up to follow him. He stealthily followed him down the corridors until he reached an empty stretch. Here Regulus shoved the boy into an abandoned classroom.
Remus was confused as he turned to see who had ambushed him. Regulus Black was locking the door. He recognised the signature black hair and haughty look.
'Is everything okay Regulus?' Remus asked.
'I know you were there.' He stated to the shocked boy in front of him.
'I don't know what you mean.' Remus said calmer than he felt. Regulus scoffed.
'Yes you do. You were at the hospital wing when I was there talking to my brother.' Remus looked guilty as Regulus spoke.
'He asked to see you by the way. Clearly you'd left by this point. You obviously mean something to him. He needs you. He needs all the friends he can get.' Regulus told the boy as he unlocked the door and slipped out.
Sirius' POV
I couldn't tell what was reality and what was illusions at this moment. I had slowly gotten delirious with my condition and I lay on my back with my eyes closed. Every time I opened them the ceiling changed into multi-coloured blobs and shapes. So it was easier to keep the sick feeling at bay.
My vampire was still angry at me for not forcing Remus to be with me. Our mate was within touching distance and I had done nothing. He was furious.
Suddenly I felt someone touch my hand. It sent sparks along my skin. Remus.
I opened my eyes slowly and looked at him as he absentmindedly played with my hand. He jumped as he realised I was watching him.
'What are you doing here?' I rasped.
'Your brother told me to come.'
'My brother better not have told you anything.'
I tried to say this angrily but ended up having to cough half way through so it lost its effect. He handed me water and I nodded my thanks. My vampire was drinking in the sight and touch of our mate.
'Are you okay?'
'Just peachy.'
'I'm sorry that was a stupid question. And I'm sorry I wasn't here with you. I didn't know you were ill Sirius. I should have been there for you.' He said sadly.
'Nobody knew. Stop blaming yourself.'
'Do they know what it is?'
'Yeah I know what it is. And I've made my peace with it. I've had a good innings.' I explained and watched as he got very animated.
'Sirius Black you can't say that! You can not just be okay with dying! You're only a teenager. You can't die.' He shouted, outraged. I calmly watched him from my bed.
'Why not?' I shrugged.
'Because I need you.' As he whispered this, my vampire smiled. Then he clicked what he'd said. He stammered for a few seconds then left the room in a panicked hurry.
I sighed as I fell against the pillows. I'd get him eventually.