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Ch. 7 Shock and Relapse

Remus's first solo detention was almost historic, at least to his fellow Marauders. All Remus had to do was write I will not throw manure at other students. It was pretty late when he got back. Sirius barely heard him come in.

"When are we going to start on Operation Wofie?" James asked. Remus automatically looked around nervously.

"I still think you guys are crazy for doing this." Remus told them.

"Well would you rather alone during your transformation" Sirius asked. Remus looked thoughtful at this.

"I don't want you guys to get in trouble" Remus said.

"We won't" James promised. The sound of owls overhead signaled that mail had arrived. James's usually monthly package arrived. It was usually filled with sweets and other stuff, his mom that he needed. Unexpectedly an owl arrived for him. It wasn't his family owl. Sirius opened it read.

Dear Sirius,

How is Hogwarts going? I heard that Regulus got into Slytherin. I bet you were very disappointed. I was too when I heard. Bellatrix wouldn't shut up about it. I am not really on speaking terms with my sister at the moment. I haven't seen them for a month. I decided to take your advice. My parents weren't pleased but I don't really care. It's not that bad being disowned. The only thing that I regret is that you weren't at the wedding. You're the only family member I can stand at the moment. Maybe you can stay by us this summer. His name is Ted Tonks. He's Muggleborn and even has a muggle job. I think you will really like him. I do believe my dear cousin I topped your "disgrace" in making Gryffindor. I'll write again soon.

PS. Happy Birthday

All my love,

Andromeda Tonks

Sirius reread the letter with disbelief. He couldn't believe it. He felt guilty about being happy he wasn't the only dark cloud in the family. At least he had company. Sirius couldn't help but smirk at the idea of coming home and telling his family he was marrying a Muggleborn or the horror, a muggle.

"Good news?" James asked.

"I'm not sure?" Sirius said handing his friend the letter. He and Remus read the letter.

"What does she mean by disowned?" Remus asked confused.

"It means you're not considered a Black anymore. There is a tapestry at our house and when someone gets disowned my mom gets pleasure burning the name off" Sirius explained.

"That's awful" Remus said shaking his head.

"Its how it is" Sirius said bitterly. His parents were so old fashion it was pathetic.

"Has your name been burnt off?" James asked.

"No. I am getting close though. Andromeda is the first one in a long time that has been disowned. 10 gallons I'm the next one" Sirius sighed.

"Where would you go? I mean your parents won't through you out." Remus said worriedly.

"Oh they would. I don't put anything past them" Sirius said. Remus and James exchanged worried glances.

"Guys don't worry about it. I don't care if I do. I can't wait until I come so I can move out." Sirius said happily.

"We can all four live together" James said excitedly.

"But what if you and Lily get married?" Sirius asked smirking. James eyes grew wide.

"Sirius, don't fill James with unrealistic ideas" Remus laughed. James looked putout.

"I personally think I'm wearing her down. Last charms she even waved at me" James told them.

"Her hand was cramping. She was stretching" Sirius laughed.

"Where's Peter?" James asked looking at the clock. He was still red-faced.

"I have no idea. He never misses breakfast" Remus said looking around for the sign of their missing friend.

"Let's go look for him"

It didn't take them long to find Peter. He did seem like he was carrying around a huge secret. He looked as if any moment it was going to be revealed. It didn't take long to discover what it was. It came in the form of a tiny first year named Jack Smith. He was a Hufflepuff which delighted, Remus.

"Hi" Hey said nervously. Like a normal 11 year old her was shy around older kids.

"Hello, how can we help you" Remus said politely.

"Umm, I'm looking for Peter Pettigrew. Some Gryffindor said you were friends with him." The Hufflepuff said a little braver.

"Oh He is back at are common room we'll tell him you are looking for him" Remus smiled.

"How do you know Pete?" James asked curiously.

"Oh he didn't tell you. I'm his brother" Jack said. James's mouth almost hit the floor. All Sirius could do was stare. He couldn't believe it. So many questions ran through his mind.

"Well bye then" Jack said uncomfortable.

"OK what in the name Merlin just happened?" James asked.

"Peter lied to us" Sirius said shocked. He never felt so betrayed. It was the worst thing that Peter Pettigrew has ever done. Remus frowned.

"I'm sure he had a good reason" Remus said.

"Let's go back to the dorm" James said.

"We have a code 16" Sirius said passionately.

"Code 16?" James asked.

"A Marauder was caught breaking a Marauder rule" Sirius told him.

"Oh no" Remus shook his head. Despite that he was amused.

"What?" James asked.

"Remember when I broke the same rule. I had to declare my "love" for Minnie in front of the entire transfiguration class. Remus said amused. Sirius and James laughed.

"I'll have to think really hard on this." James said stroking his chin. Sirius gave the portrait of the Fat Lady and went inside. Peter was sitting at his usually place. The boys immediately went to him.

"You have some explaining to do" James sang sing voice.

"What?" Peter said innocently.

"You have a brother why didn't you tell us?" James blurt

"He's my half brother" Peter said defensively.

"Whatever he's still your brother. Why didn't you tell us?" Sirius asked.

"Yeah it wasn't nice" Remus said. Sirius rolled his eyes. Only Remus Lupin would talk about being nice when a fellow Marauder has broken the secrete rules.

"I just found out about it this summer." Peter said going red.

"Why is it bad?" James asked.

"Look me and Jack have the same dad but different moms. My mom and him weren't married. When I was born my dad was married to another woman, Jack's mom" Peter said. His face was now red as a tomato.

"Oh were sorry Pete" Sirius said sympathetically.

"I don't really want to talk about. Can we just do homework" Peter said desperately trying to change the subject.

"Ok Pete" Remus said giving James and Sirius a pointed look. It told them to sit down and shut up. It didn't mean that they were going to back down on punish him for his misdeeds. After all nothing was more secrete then Marauder wall.

It was the loud bang that woke Sirius up.

"James" Sirius said jumping out of bed

"What?" Remus said groggily. He looked at James bed. He got up as well. They caught James at the portrait.

"Don't wake him up" Peter warned.

"Why?" Sirius asked.

"You're not supposed to wake a sleep walker" Remus explained. James was obviously asleep.

"I need to find it. Where is it?" James muttered.

"Find what James?" Remus said taken aback.

"I lost it. I need to get it back" James muttered again.

"James" Remus said. James didn't answer him. It was as if he didn't even her him.

Next Chapter: Sirius's birthday and the boys throw a party for him. A guest comes to the part and ruins it. James find out why he's sleepwalking again,