AU: Third year. When Ron's faithful rat makes an escape in the night, he's found by a shocked Remus Lupin, who immediately takes him to Dumbledore for questioning. Sirius Black is freed at once and Dumbledore hatches a new plan for Harry's safety. The only issue is, no one has told Harry that Sirius is innocent. A tale of earned trust, patience, and love. All rights to JKR.
Rated: T - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 9 - Words: 28,643 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 71 - Updated: 7h - Published: 4/23 - Harry P., Sirius B., Remus L., Albus D.