A/N: Okay, so I realize that only James and Lily knew that Peter had been their Secret Keeper. So, I intend to fix that. I wrote here that Dumbledore has no idea Sirius isn't the Secret-Keeper. Here it is! Enjoy!

Chapter 5: Harry

Lily was growing a round belly by this month of April. As a result of her pregnancy and the Dark Lord marking them for death, she and James had to go into hiding. Dumbledore had been busy setting the Fidelius Charm in place. The Fidelius Charm was a spell that would protect anyone in a time of need. In order to complete the spell, the Potters needed a Secret-Keeper. A Secret-Keeper is one who keeps the secret of the Fidelius Charm within his or herself. This gives the protection to the witch or wizard casting it. Only the Secret-Keeper can break the spell if he or she chooses to divulge the secret. As a result, Lily and James had the strongest protection.

Lily and James had called Sirius and Cassiopeia from their honeymoon to explain this. As he was their best, most trusted friend, Sirius was suggested to be a Secret-Keeper. However, unbeknownst to anyone else, Sirius had suggested that they use Peter Pettigrew instead, believing that Pettigrew would be less obvious. Peter Pettigrew was a short, squat, balding man who resembled his Animagus, the rat. Pettigrew had been at school with James and Sirius, but he was not nearly as skilled as they were. For this reason, Sirius felt that Peter was the perfect Secret-Keeper.

Although she knew her husband had a fine reason, Cassiopeia was not very pleased with Sirius's decision. She knew that Sirius was the better wizard than Pettigrew. She knew her husband's recklessness, and she felt that his decision had stemmed from that. It was risky using deception like that, especially if Dumbledore didn't know. Cassiopeia also knew that Peter was not as strong as Sirius or Remus, and that troubled her. One evening, Cassiopeia demanded to know why Sirius had suggested Pettigrew. She sat alone in the sitting room, staring blankly. Sirius entered and saw his wife's vacant expression. When he approached, Cassiopeia's face changed into a frown.

"Evening, wife," Sirius greeted.

"Good evening," Cassiopeia said flatly.

"That doesn't sound like a good evening," Sirius said wisely.

"Well, it isn't," Cassiopeia replied snappishly.

"May I ask why?" Sirius wanted to know.

"I want to ask you why you elected Peter to be Secret-Keeper instead of yourself," Cassiopeia snapped.

"I thought I explained that last night," Sirius replied, as if it explained everything.

"I want to know what was going on in your head when you made that suggestion," Cassiopeia said.

"What do you mean?" Sirius asked.

"I mean that I know you. I know how reckless you can be. Is that what made you pick Pettigrew?" Cassiopeia demanded.

"No," Sirius answered. "I only picked Peter because, as I said last night, he is the last person anyone would suspect. It would be too easy for Voldemort to come after someone like me or Remus."

"Why not Dumbledore, then?" Cassiopeia asked. "

"Dumbledore already has enough on his plate," Sirius said. "Besides, I don't mind if Voldemort comes after me."

"Don't say that!" Cassiopeia exclaimed, "Merlin's beard, Sirius, you're so stupid!"

"Cassie, darling, where is this coming from?" Sirius asked gently.

"You suggested Peter because he isn't the obvious choice," Cassiopeia replied, her voice almost cracking. "And you did it without telling Dumbledore. You shouldn't have done that!"

"Might I remind you that you didn't protest last night. You agreed, in fact," Sirius argued.

"Because your reasoning was wise," Cassiopeia explained. "But I made a foolish mistake last night, and so did you. I didn't consider that Peter is not as strong as us. You know he is a weak wizard, Sirius. I also didn't consider what risk to us it might be if Dumbledore doesn't know."

"Yes, I know," Sirius replied. "What does that have to do with us?"

"You didn't consider that last night. You didn't think that far ahead," Cassiopeia answered.

"What do you mean?" Sirius questioned.

"I mean that the Dark Lord will stop at nothing to find Lily and James," Cassiopeia replied, her voice shaking. "That means he'll torture and kill anyone close to them. I worry if he should come after you. But even more, I worry if he should go after Peter."

"Well, I'm glad you aren't that worried about me. That's a relief," Sirius laughed.

"I didn't mean it that way!" Cassiopeia snapped. "Does everything have to be a joke with you?"

"Calm down, Cassie," Sirius said gently. "I didn't mean it. I was trying to cheer you up."

"Well, I can't be cheered up at the moment," Cassiopeia replied. "If Voldemort comes after us, and he most certainly will, I don't have a strong feeling about Pettigrew. Yes, Voldemort will not suspect him, I know. But if he should torture him, I do not know if Pettigrew has the will to withstand him."

"Cassie, you don't have to worry," Sirius soothed. "As long as that Fidelius Charm holds up, Voldemort will never find Lily and James. I can vouch for Peter. He may not be a strong wizard like you or me, but I do not doubt him. That's why I think he would be a better Secret-Keeper. I have faith in him. Nothing is going to happen."

Cassiopeia sighed. "I'm sorry, Sirius. I didn't mean to call you stupid. I'm just so worried about Lily, James, and us."

"I know, sweetheart," Sirius said, pulling Cassiopeia into his arms. "We all are. But if we don't have faith, we have nothing. Dumbledore knows what he's doing, and so do I."

"I know you do," Cassiopeia replied, holding Sirius's hand.

"You know, James and Lily have seen a medical wizard, and they know the baby's gender," Sirius said, a bright smile crossing his face.

"What is it?" Cassiopeia asked.

"They are going to have a baby boy," Sirius replied, his smile growing.

"A boy!" Cassiopeia gasped, smiling as bright as her husband.

"In only a few months, we'll have a godson," Sirius said wistfully. "And someday, we'll have a son or daughter."

"I'm already looking forward to it," Cassiopeia whispered.

"I thought that would brighten your day," Sirius said cheerfully.

"You brighten up any day," Cassiopeia whispered, embracing Sirius.

Three months later…

The weather had changed from pleasantly warm to blazing hot. The days of April had long gone, and July was just ending. Lily and James remained in Godric's Hollow safe and sound. Cassiopeia and Sirius were never far from their side. It was at this month, something wonderful happened. Cassiopeia was reading in the sitting room when Sirius came bursting in with this news.

"Cassie, come quick!" he shouted.

"What is it?" Cassiopeia asked.

"Lily and James are in Saint Mungo's. Their son just arrived!" Sirius explained, panting and gasping for breath.

"Let's go, then!" Cassiopeia said quickly.

Instead of taking Sirius's beloved flying motorcycle, Cassiopeia and Sirius decided the best and fastest way was to Apparate. In a flash, they found themselves at Saint Mungo's Hospital. Quick as lightning, both of them raced down the hall to Lily and James. In Lily's room, James was sitting beside Lily, who was sitting up holding a tiny bundle in her arms.

"Hello, Cassie, Sirius," Lily greeted softly.

"Padfoot, Cassie! You're just in time," James greeted warmly.

"We have a visitor," Lily whispered, gesturing to the bundle.

Sirius and Cassiopeia saw the little bundle wiggle about in the blankets. They were captured by the sound of whimpers coming from the blankets. Lily uncovered the blankets so Sirius and Cassiopeia could see the tiny face of the newborn.

"Say hello to Harry James Potter," Lily whispered proudly. "Say hello, Harry."

Baby Harry simply cooed in response.

"Come, say hello to your godson," Lily whispered.

Carefully, Lily gave baby Harry to Sirius. Sirius was beside himself with joy as he gazed at his new godson.

"Hello there, Harry," he whispered, gently rocking the baby. "He looks like you already, Prongs."

"I know," James said, a sly grin going across his face. "I can't wait to see the girls chasing after him just like they chased after me."

"Always the modest one, you were," Cassiopeia laughed.

"James never knew what 'modest' meant," Lily said, rolling her eyes.

Cassiopeia then took Harry in her arms. "Hello, Harry. Lily, he's such a beautiful boy. Look, he's already got your eyes."

Cassiopeia noticed the baby's eyes. They were a brilliant shade of blue, exactly like Lily.

"You will take care of him, won't you?" Lily asked.

"Of course," Sirius and Cassiopeia said together.

"Now we only have to wait for Little Black," Sirius said. "Which, with any luck, will be soon."

"We hope so," James said.

Just then, The Tonks family entered, followed by Peter Pettigrew and Remus. Tonks was holding Remus's hand as if her life depended on it. It was clear she hadn't gotten over her fear of Peter yet.

"We just heard the news," Andromeda said. "We just had to see Potter Junior."

"What did you name him?" Remus asked.

"His name is Harry James," James replied.

"Good name for a wizard," Remus said, a smile crossing his face.

"It is, isn't it?" James laughed in agreement. "Want to hold him?"

Remus nodded, and took the bundled up Harry in his arms. "He's got your eyes, Lily. But the rest of him is all James. He's going to be a very handsome young man someday."

"Can I see?" squeaked little Tonks.

Tonks sat down on a chair, and beckoned with her arms. Remus then laid Harry in Tonks's waiting arms.

"He's so cute!" Tonks squeaked. "Uncle Sirius, Auntie Cassie, are you going to have a baby?"

"Nymphadora!" Andromeda cried, aghast.

"Mummy, don't call me that," Tonks said, her hair changing red.

"It's alright, Andromeda," Sirius said gently before kneeling in front of Tonks. "Cassie and I will have a baby soon. Then you'll have a new little cousin to play with."

"Yay!" Tonks said happily.

While this moment was wonderful, it was also fate. What Lily and James did not know was that this was the height of their joy. All of their joy would end on a dark Halloween night…

One year later…

For the past year, Lily and James lived in Godric's Hollow with baby Harry. Harry was one by this time, and he was the most beautiful baby. As usual, Sirius and Cassiopeia were never that far away. They were devoted godparents to Harry. On his birthday, they nearly spoiled Harry with gifts. Sirius and Cassiopeia truly took great delight in their godson.

Halloween had come. All through Godric's Hallow, there were Halloween decorations. The streets and houses were lined with jack-o'-lanterns, witches, and all sorts of other scary adornments. Little Tonks was visiting the Potters while her parents were at work. She was dressed as little fairy, complete with a skirt and wings. Tonks had Remus and Sirius take her out for Halloween trick-or-treating.

"Come on, Uncle Sirius, Uncle Remus!" Tonks beckoned. "Trick or treats!"

"One moment, Tonks, darling," Sirius said. "I just need to say goodbye to Auntie Cassie."

"Auntie Cassie, aren't you coming?" Tonks asked in disappointment.

"No, sweetheart. I have to stay here and take care of Lily, James and Harry. Don't worry. I'll give you some candy when you come back. Okay?" Cassiopeia said slowly.

"Okay," Tonks said with delight.

Remus, Sirius, and Tonks headed out the door.

"See you, Lily, Prongs," Remus and Sirius said together.

No one knew the danger that was approaching. Remus and Sirius did not know that this was the last time they'd see their friends.

That night, Lily, James, and Cassiopeia were on watch. They had faith in the Fidelius Charm, but they were still on alert. Suddenly, they saw a hooded figure approaching. With him, there was a shorter figure. Then, there was a knock against the door.

"Lily, James!" Cassiopeia cried. "It's Voldemort! He's here!"

"How did he find us?" Lily asked in terror.

"Peter," Cassiopeia said bitterly. "He must've told the Dark Lord. Go, get out now!"

"No, we have to stay for Harry," James said firmly.

"I won't let him kill you," Cassiopeia said.

"We're staying," James said firmly. "Take care of Harry."

"Take care of our boy," Lily whispered. "Goodbye, Cassie."

"Lily, James!" Cassiopeia called in vain.

James and Lily disappeared upstairs. There was a thud at the door. Then, there was a glowing green light. Bang! the door burst open. Lord Voldemort stood before Cassiopeia and much to her horror, he was followed by Peter Pettigrew.

"Lily, James!" Cassiopeia shouted.

"Wormtail, do away with her," Voldemort said, his voice like a hiss.

Peter sent a curse right for Cassiopeia, who ducked just in time.

"Peter, you worthless, traitorous rat!" Cassiopeia screamed.

She sent a spell at Peter, but missed. She was distracted by the sound of Voldemort.

"Avada Kedavra!" Voldemort shouted.

To her horror, Cassiopeia heard screaming, and then silence.

"NO!" Cassiopeia screamed. "LILY! JAMES! HARRY!"

Cassiopeia ran upstairs, but she never made it. Wormtail sent a spell from behind her. The spell hit Cassiopeia in the neck, and she fell. Her limp form toppled halfway down the stairs. The last thing she saw was Peter standing over her, and then, blackness.

Remus and Sirius had just returned from trick or treating with Tonks. To their horror, they saw Lily and James's house in shambles.

"Oh no," Remus said, horror in his voice. "Lily, James."

"Harry!" Sirius gasped. "Cassie!"

Remus and Sirius, wands drawn, raced into the house with Tonks following them.

"Lily! James!" Remus called.

"Cassie! Cassie, where are you?" Sirius called. "I don't understand. Cassie should be here."

In their haste, Remus and Sirius did not notice Tonks going upstairs. At the top of the stairs, she passed James's body.

"Uncle James?" she asked timidly. "Uncle James, wake up."

James did not move. Fearfully, Tonks entered Harry's bedroom. Lying on the floor was Lily. Then, there was a man Tonks didn't recognize. His robes were as black as his short hair. Tonks screamed. Her screams startled the man, and he disappeared instantly.

"Aunt Lily?" Tonks whispered.

Just like James, Lily did not move. Then, Tonks saw Harry in his crib. Harry had been crying. There was also a big scar in the shape of a lightning bolt on his forehead. Tonks instantly carried him downstairs, where she was met by Sirius and Remus.

"Tonks, what's the matter, sweetheart?" Remus asked in concern.

"Uncle James and Aunt Lily won't wake up," Tonks said sadly.

Remus and Sirius felt as if they had been stabbed in the heart. They were too late.

"Tonks, sweetheart, where is Auntie Cassie? Did you see Auntie Cassie?" Sirius asked gently, his voice betraying his feelings.

"No," Tonks answered. "All I saw was a man with black hair and black robes. Where's Aunt Cassie, Uncle Sirius?"

Sirius and Remus did not know what to say. They did not know how to explain death to a little girl.

"It's alright, Tonks, sweetheart," Sirius said gently. "I'll find Auntie Cassie. Go and sit down with Harry, okay?"

Tonks took little Harry and sat in the sitting room. Just then, a large man with an abundance of hair on his head and face entered.

"Hagrid!" Sirius gasped.

"Sirius, Remus," Hagrid greeted quickly, nodding at Sirius and Remus.

"We were too late, Hagrid," Remus said ruefully. "Lily and James, they…they're gone."

"Cassie's gone, too," Sirius added. "What have I done? I failed them! I promised to protect them and I failed!"

Sirius turned a deathly white, and he broke down in terrible sobs.

Hagrid put his large hand on Sirius shoulder. "Now, don' be talkin' like tha', Sirius. You were the best friend Lily an' James ever had. You didn't fail."

Sirius did not respond and he seemed to be shaking.

"Dumbledore knows what happened," Hagrid explained. "He sent me to bring Harry."

"Bring him where?" Remus wanted to know.

"To his Muggle Aunt and Uncle," Hagrid replied.

"You can't take him there!" Sirius gasped. "Lily's sister and her husband are the most terrible sort of Muggles. You can't send Harry there!"

"Dumbledore told me so," Hagrid said shortly. "Now, where is the boy?"

Sirius and Remus gestured to Tonks, who was sitting holding baby Harry.

"Tonks, give Harry to the man," Remus said quietly.

"Where's Harry going?" Tonks asked.

"He's going to live with his Auntie and Uncle," Remus explained.

Reluctantly, Tonks gave Harry to Hagrid.

Hagrid noticed the scar on Harry's head. "Poor fella."

Sirius was still hesitant about sending Harry away. "Give Harry to me, Hagrid. I'm his godfather. I'll look after him."

"No, Sirius," Hagrid replied. "I'm sorry, but I got me orders from Dumbledore. Harry has got to go to his Aunt and Uncle's."

"Hagrid, please!" Sirius argued. "I know Lily's sister. She treated Lily horribly just because she was a witch. Her husband is the same sort. They'll treat Harry like a prisoner, I know it!"

"Dumbledore thought it best," Hagrid said.

"Dumbledore doesn't know everything!" Sirius exploded. "He doesn't know what's best for Harry. I'm his godfather. He's as good as a son to me and Cassie. We'll treat him as if he was our own. Please, Hagrid!"

"I'm sorry, Sirius, but I have me orders," Hagrid said firmly. "I can't argue wi' Dumbledore, an' neither can you."

"Then take my motorcycle," Sirius said.

"What? Why?" Hagrid asked, in surprise.

"I won't need it anymore," Sirius said sadly.

With a nod, Hagrid took little Harry outside. He sat on Sirius's motorcycle and started the ignition. The bike roared to life. To Sirius's heartbreak, the bike sped off into the sky, taking Harry far away.

Sirius and Remus gazed at each other. They tried to take measure of everything that had happened. Their friends were dead, and Cassiopeia was missing.

"What have I done, Remus?" Sirius asked in horror. "I killed them!"

"Sirius, don't say that," Remus comforted. "This was not your doing."

"This never would've happened if I was here," Sirius said, running his fingers through his dark hair. "I did this! Now I killed my friends."

"It was nothing you did, Sirius," Remus soothed. "It was Voldemort."

Something struck Sirius at that moment. "Voldemort never would've found them if it hadn't been for…"

"For who?" Remus asked.

Sirius did not speak. The rage was coursing through his veins. The rage spread through his body like fire. Sirius was so infused with frenzy that he seemed to be convulsing.

"Sirius?" Remus asked, concerned. "If it hadn't been for whom?"

"Peter Pettigrew!" Sirius shouted in fury. "He killed them. That two-faced, sniveling rat! Now he's got my wife!"

"Sirius, please, calm down," Remus pleaded, grabbing Sirius by the shoulders. "Think about Cassie. She wouldn't want this."

"I'll kill him, Remus! I'LL KILL HIM!" Sirius roared in rage.

Wand in hand, Sirius bolted out the door. He was intent on killing Pettigrew for Lily and James. He was going to make him pay for kidnapping Cassiopeia. In his fury, Sirius did not know that he was walking into a trap.

A/N: I hope that fixes everything. I hope I kept everything as close to the story as possible. I realized that Remus wouldn't have known about Sirius's innocence, so forgive me. I hope you enjoyed this chapter!