Remus' POV

Sirius and I had entered the Great Hall hand in hand. It's strange how quickly I think I've fallen for my vampire. I hope they're genuine feelings and not just feelings of guilt. No of course they're real. I turned my head to look at his reassuring smile before we went into the room. I took a deep breath and we went into the room. I hesitated a little bit Sirius led me over towards the Gryffindor table. I was thankful for this. They were my housemates. They'd stick by me. I hoped.

Sirius helped me sit down and then started to fill up a plate with food for me. I blushed. He gave me a strange look. I hope he doesn't think I'm embarrassed by him. I'm not. It's just nice to see him caring for me. It makes me feel warm inside. I put my head down to stop my happy tears from falling.

I felt warm breath against my neck.

'Eat.' My boyfriend whispered. It sent shivers down my back and he smirked as I began to eat my favourite foods.

Suddenly the Great Hall erupted into a cacophony of noise. It was deafening. I looked around and saw all eyes on me around my table. Then I heard the voice that made me panic.

'What are you doing little brother?' My brother's voice held venom. I was shocked. This voice has never been directed towards me before. I could hear Sirius growling. I didn't dare look at him. Or James. I kept my head down.

'Are you actually as stupid as you look?' James scoffed and taunted me. My tears were starting to fall and all of a sudden there was a blur next to me.

Sirius had jumped up. His nails had elongated like claws and his teeth were razor points. He also had black wings protruding from his back. He pinned James up against the wall and roared at him. I saw James look into his blood red eyes and he gulped. He was frightened. I could see Sirius' hand getting tighter around my brother. Okay now I know I need to stop it. He's frightened enough. I gently put my hand on his shoulder and looked at him with pleading eyes. He sighed and let my brother go. He retracted his wings and claws and I took his hand. I led him out of the Great Hall, away from the stares and frightened whispers. My mate had protected me. I felt so loved and cared for.

We got to an alcove and I pulled him in with me. I nuzzled my head under his neck. A submissives way of thanking their mate. He wrapped his arms around me and I leant up to kiss him. I tried to pour my thankfulness and love into that kiss, and forget about the world and the mess we'd just created. Even if it was only for a few minutes.