Remus Lupin was having a normal, marauder-like day. He and his friends had pulled another prank on the Slytherins, Severus included (this particular prank included red hair, fur, and a cat-like quality or two). Remus got another "O" on his transfiguration and defense against the dark arts tests. And Sirius and James another prank on Severus, a prank Remus wanted no part in. And this was all before lunch!

Currently, the werewolf was on his way to the Great Hall for lunch. James and Sirius were ahead, scheming not doubt, whilst he and Peter strolled behind. Wormtail was complaining about Slughorn's lesson on Polyjuice potion. Remus just tuned him out and let his mind wander.

"Hey Mooney!" Sirius ran backwards and wrapped an arm around his friend's shoulder.

"So, what d'ya think?"

"What do I think of what?" Remus asked confused. He was sure Sirius hadn't said anything. Remus would've heard him. Unless he really zoned out.

"Mooney! It was such an amazing master plan! Totally wicked! And you mean to tell me that you weren't listening?!"

"Sorry Sirius, but no. And I hate to break it to you, but there are more important things in the world than pranks."

"I know that! Seriously though, what could be more important than me?" Sirius whined.

"Everything" Remus said flatly.

Sirius pretended to get a blow to the chest. He stumbled back and onto Peter. Both boys fell onto the ground at Remus' feet and laid there pretending to be dead. James on the other hand had occupied Sirius's spot next to Remus and was laughing hysterically.

"Wow…Pad…foot…you…you got turned down…by…Mooney…no…no less." James said between breaths.

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"Oh? And what pray tell is wrong with Mooney, Mr. Prongs." Remus gave a small laugh and began walking towards the Great Hall again. "If you guys don't hurry, we'll be late for lunch." He couldn't keep the pang of hurt out of his voice. James did after all made a werewolf crack, even if he hadn't meant to.

Peter was Oblivious to his friend's tone and was brought back to 'life' at the mention of food. He tried to move from under Sirius, who didn't budge. So Peter transformed into a rat, crawled away, and changed back. He gave a small "Meet you there" and ran ahead, in front of Remus. Sirius chuckled. Oh how their dear Wormtail loved his food. Sirius rolled over on the ground to look at James. There was no doubt in Sirius's mind that James was upset, if not a little worried. He sighed and stood up. James Hadn't moved, he was staring straight at the backs of their fellow Marauders. Sirius walked over to his best friend and placed a hand on his shoulder.

"James, you alright?"

"I don't know Padfoot. Mooney, he…its little stupid comment like that that I make that I know gets to him. I feel so stupid!" James bent over and began shaking his head violently in his hands.

"Oh James. If you feel so bad, let's go so catch up so you can apologize."

James seemed to contemplate this for a second, suddenly he stood up and his face broke into a wide grin. "Yeah. But, Mooney was right."

Sirius laughed "Oh yeah? How so?"

"Because if we even want to look at food, we better get our asses in gear."

Both of the Gryffindors laughed. Sirius's face adopted a grin identical to his raven haired friend. "Hey Prongs! I'll race ya! I wonder who would win. You and stag legs; or me and my sexy dog-ness."

"Sirius Black! Don't you DARE say that to me again EVER! I have been mentally scarred!" James groaned and started running in an attempt to get away from his oddball best friend. "C'mon Padfoot."

Sirius smirked and bolted after his friend.

When the Marauders finally made it to the Great Hall, everything was fine and normal. The Slytherins were glaring at them and Gryffindors in general (Severus gave it all he was worth). Ravenclaws were pouring over their numerous books. Hufflepuffs were quietly eating. The teachers conversing amongst themselves. And the Gryffindors chatting and eating loudly, with the exception of one Lily Evans, who was acting rather like a Ravenclaw with her book.

The four boys took their seats and piled food onto their plates. Peter had inhaled most of his before the other three even attempted to eat. Sirius turned to his best friend and ruffled his already unruly hair.

"Go on, say it Prongs!" He hissed.

James looked sheepish as he turned to his werewolf friend. "Mooney. Hey Mooney."

"Yes James?"

"Look, I'm sorry about before. It was stupid what I said and I don't want it to get to you. I only meant it as a joke."

"I know James. It's just…you know." Remus sighed and put down his fork.

"Rem, I'm sorry." He held out his hand for Remus to take "You still think I'm worth dealing with?"

Remus wasted no time in taking his friend's hand in a firm shake. "Always! It's that Sirius Black fellow we've got to be wary of! He might have looks, but he certainly has no brains!"

Sirius looked indignant and the three other Marauders burst out laughing. "I take offence to that!" He scoffed

"Good!" James and Remus chimed together, causing them to laugh again.

Sirius mock punched the two and bit into a sandwich.

Eventually James and Remus' laughter died down and they turned their attention to other things. Mostly their food. James was once again, trying to persuade the Evans girl into going to Hogsmeade with him. Lily would have none of it. She quickly turned him down and started reading her potions book again. Remus and Sirius chuckled at their friend's multiple attempts to get Lily to talk to him.

Had Remus known what was about to happen next, he would've stayed in bed pretending to have Dragon Pox.

A blinding white light appeared out of no-where and a small body was flung onto their table, directly on platters, goblets, and silverware. Their trunk fell from the edge of the table to the floor. Everything was still in the Great Hall.

Something was off about this…this thing. It smelled human, that was for sure, but he also smelt like James and Lily. But there were other smells too. Blood, fear, and some other smell. Who was this…this kid? From what he could see, this child had a mop of unruly black hair, pale skin, many cuts and bruises, and a really thin form.

As if on cue, the child looked up and straight into the werewolf's eyes. He was definitely a boy. This boy had the most tantalizing green eyes, Lily's eyes, and his skin was as milky and marked as the rest of him.

"Uncle….Remus" The boy whispered "No. NO! I can't be here! I don't belong!!" The poor child was so scared; he hopped up and backed further off the table. There was the sickening sound of torn flesh, and the smell of more blood. Fresh blood.

Remus made to stand up, but it was like he was frozen in his spot. Not only had he just heard the child getting stabbed, but he came out of nowhere and claimed Remus to be his uncle! The boy was mad!

Teachers were running to the mysterious child and students all over the Hall were shrieking.

"If everyone would please be quiet!" Dumbledore's voice rung through the Hall silencing all noise. "If the Prefects would kindly lead their houses back to their dormitories. I believe it is fitting if we take this young lad to the infirmary. Wouldn't you agree Poppy?"

The Medi-Witch looked dumbfounded momentarily, but nodded her head in agreement quickly. "Yes, get this child there STAT!"

There were blurs of color and shapes, and before he knew what he was doing, Remus crawled over the table and ran to the headmaster's side

"Professor Dumbledore sir!"

"Ah Remus my boy, shouldn't you be leading the other Gryffindors to the tower as I instructed?"

"Ah—Yes, I'll get right too that. But the boy, sir, is it possible that he'll be able to have visitors later?"

Dumbledore eyes started twinkling. "Certainly. Lead your house to the tower, and come down to the infirmary in an hour."

"Yes Sir!" Remus grin nearly split his head in half "Alright you heard the headmaster! Come on Gryffindors, this way!"

It seemed like an eternity before the whole of Gryffindor was at the portrait. The woman in the pink dress was so flustered she hadn't heard Remus say the password.

"MADAM! Please! MERMAID SCALES."

"Yes-yes!" The portrait hole swung open and the Fat Lady's cries filled the common room. 'The poor boy!' 'In the condition he's in!' "Alright everyone, please stay here. Professor Dumbledore said to stay put and to stay calm. I got permission to go check the situation. I'll be back later. And you three…" Remus turned to his fellow marauders "Are to stay here, and stay out of trouble got it?"

The three nodded chorusing 'Yes Sir, Moony Sir!' making the werewolf shake his head as he left the common room.

A/N: Sorry that the update took so long!!!! My computer and I were having……a one-sided argument because it acted up on me. And I'm really sorry that the chapters seemed rushed. Bit busy when I wrote chapter one and this chapter was mostly written the same day as it. I'll do my best to update more and upload more of my other stories.

And thank you to those who reviewed. I appreciate it!