Chapter 4
When Severus' actions had been explained to the new additions to Heaven, Remus readily agreed to accept him as a new friend. After all, throughout his Hogwarts years, Remus had been the least hostile towards him, and had indeed attempted to execute some restraint upon his friends. Tonks, who had never really gotten to know Snape very well, willingly followed her husband's lead in forgetting past hostilities and prejudices against him. Then it was time for the more well-established members of Heaven to show the couple their final connection to the world they had left behind.
In a quiet glade in the forest, there was a small pond fringed with tree ferns. The rocks surrounding the pool were moulded into natural chairs for prolonged viewing. Upon arrival at the pond, James started to explain to Remus and Tonks the purpose of it.
"This pond is like a portal into the mortal world. You just say the name of the person you want to see, and then they'll appear in the pond. It's like a Muggle television, you can rewind and everything."
"Can we see Teddy?" asked Tonks.
"Of course, just say his full name and he'll appear in the pond," replied James.
"Teddy Remus Lupin," said Remus in a clear voice.
A gentle ripple passed over the surface of the pond, revealing in its wake the image of a baby smiling serenely in his sleep. As they looked on, Lily complimenting his parents on the cuteness of their son, his hair changed colour from the sandy brown of his father to a vibrant turquoise.
"How did he do that?" asked Lily, astonished.
"He's a metamorphmagus, like me," replied Tonks, changing her own hair to match that of her baby.
After a while, Albus Dumbledore arrived on the scene. His former students jumped up to greet him, and he responded in kind.
"Remus and Tonks, I'm very sorry to interrupt you when you so much want to see your son in peace, but I must inform you of important events that are occurring."
"Of course, Albus," replied Remus, somewhat confused. He turned back to the pond and whispered: "Goodnight, Teddy. I love you."
Tonks added her own farewell, before leaning down to kiss her son's forehead. As soon as she touched the pond, the image faded away. A single tear rolled down her cheek, which she brushed away before turning to face Dumbledore.
Dumbledore explained to them about the Resurrection Stone, and they waited together until Harry called upon them.