So, I felt rather inspired this morning and decide to work on my story. Just two short fillers (the Quibbler chapter and this one). I'm already working on the next real chapter, though. Hope you like them.
Chapter 7: Lupin Interlude
Remus Lupin sat in his office after the Welcoming Feast, contemplating what he hoped to accomplish this year. He knew he had to keep Harry on Dumbledore's side. He knew that offering stories about Harry's "parents" would be a good enticement. He had seen how curious Harry was when he mentioned James and Lily.
He sat up in surprise when the fireplace glowed green. "Remus, in my office, please." Dumbledore's voice filled the small office space, issuing a clear demand. Remus stood, walked over to the fireplace, and Floo'd to the Headmaster's office.
He stepped out of the fireplace and dusted soot off of his robes. "You wish to see me, Albus?"
"Yes, Remus, how did the attack on the train go?" Remus considered how best to answer.
"Quite well. I was able to save Harry from the Dementors. He was not as affected as you predicted. However, the Lovegood girl was obviously seriously affected by them, so I am sure I can induce Harry to take lessons with me to protect her."
"There is something you are not telling me, Remus." Remus cursed the Headmaster's Legillimency ability.
"I believe the Dementor may have already been retreating when I arrived."
"What makes you believe that?"
"It was attempting to leave the compartment. I stopped it from coming in my direction with the Patronus, but before I had even finished casting the spell, it took off in the other direction."
"That is very interesting. Do you believe it had anything to do with Harry or his friends?"
"I can't be sure."
Dumbledore steepled his hands and rested his chin on them, contemplating the man standing before him. "Have you already offered him those lessons?"
"No, but he'll most likely request them. I offered him friendship, and asked him to stop by my office for stories about his 'parents'. Even if he does not seek lessons with me, I am positive that he'll keep coming back for the stories."
"Very good. I expect you to keep him on the correct path. You know why I bothered to keep him alive, and I need him on my side to fulfill that destiny. I do find it odd, however, that he has not been told the truth. See if you can figure that out."
"Of course."
"Very, well, we have an early morning tomorrow." Remus heard the dismissal and left through the fireplace back to his office. He now had even more to think about.