REGULUS BLACK: 3 February, 1976

[favourite_son]

Bella,

I’m sure you must have heard. Its great news, isn’t it? Mother and Father never need to worry about him Sirius him embarrassing them ever again. And of course you’ll know that I’m officially the heir now that he’s been after they now.

I couldn’t be happier. What if I let them down? What ifI'm a much better son than he ever was. I

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[sholmes87]

Yes Regulus, I heard the news. Your parents are both relived and happy. So are mine. So am I.

Now Reg, I've told you before; you're a much better son than Sirius could ever hope to be.

*flatly, looking him straight in the eye*

I didn't and don't miss Andromeda. AT! ALL!!

*ever so casually*

You don't miss Sirius, do you?

[favourite_son]

*smiles, just a little, for the first time in a long while*
You are?

*nods, swallowing hard*
I am. I know I am. I would never even dream of behaving the way he has done.

*flinches slightly at her vehemence*
Of course. I shouldn't have even asked. Forgive me, cousin Bella?

*doesn't quite meet her eye*
Not at all. I have no reason to. He's no longer my brother.

[sholmes87]

Of course I'm happy! I'm ecstatic that Uncle finally did something about Sirius!

I should certainly hope not!!

There's nothing to forgive, really. I just wanted to make sure you understood. We're all far better off with them gone. Dead would be better, but people are so awkward about things like that these days.

It might help if you keep reminding yourself of that.

[favourite_son]

*a little relieved*
Thank you. I still shouldn't have mentioned it.

*nods again, studying the ground intently*
Don't worry; I understand perfectly. *flatly* They have no place in a family such as ours.

*quietly*
I shan't forget.

[sholmes87]

*pats him condescendingly on the head*

You'll make a splendid heir Regulus. I've absolutely no doubt about that.

So no pressure! ;)

[favourite_son]

*ducks away*
Bella!

*swallows hard and meets her eye*
Thank you, cousin Bella. I'm glad that you think so. I'll make you all proud, I swear it.

None at all!