FIC: Letters Home for shield_wolf
Title: Letters Home
Recipient: shield_wolf
Rating: Gen
Pairing(s): eventual implied Remus/Tonks
Warning(s): mild language
Summary: A series of letters gives a peek at what Remus was doing during the events in Goblet of Fire.
A/N: Many thanks to my betas without whom my spelling and grammer would be scary.
Moony,
It was so wonderful to see you again. Pity Snivellus had to ruin our fun. Think he might enjoy a package from me?
Yours,
Padfoot
Pads, you idiot,
Do not send any packages to him. Please be very careful about owling me. The Ministry was not at all amused by your latest escapade. In fact, they seemed to think I had something to do with your prankish leave-taking. I was hard pressed to assure them of my complete innocence in that matter.
By the way, I am no longer an instructor at Hogwarts. Someone let slip about my furry little problem.
Moony
Moony,
You worry too much. No wonder you are going grey.
Pads
~~~
Lupin,
I enclose this month’s supply of Wolfsbane potion per orders from the Headmaster. Bear in mind, I only do this for him, not for you, your mutt, or Potter.
S.S.
Dear Professor Snape,
I received the potion in good time and found it to be most helpful. I was not aware the benefits of my employment at Hogwarts were to continue after leaving that fine institution.
Sincerely,
R. Lupin
~~
Pads,
Where are you now? Don’t answer that! I hope it is someplace warm and sunny with beaches, palm trees and fruity drinks.
I briefly spent time in that sort of climate and enjoyed myself. You would have thought me barmy back then. I was doing research for a dissertation on headhunters and their medical practices. The paper was not well received. In fact it was about as well received as a werewolf in the Himalayans. Were you aware of the fact Yeti are highly territorial?
Sorry for the digression. If you did not already hear the news, there was an incident at the Quidditch World Cup.
Nothing to worry about, I am fine and I have been assured of Harry’s safety.
Moony
Moony,
You cannot fool me; I do read the newspapers. Calling the Dark Mark appearing over the World Cup campgrounds a minor incident is like saying Snivellus has a little problem with hygiene.
I have been in contact with others from our youth. Phoenix assures me of our boy’s safety and has also told me off for daring to contact him. I think maybe I will send him something to help him loosen up. They have this lovely beverage here made with rum…do you think he would like a little paper umbrella with his drink?
Pads
Padfoot:
You are certifiable.
Moony
~~~
My Dear Boy,
I am writing to assure you that all is well here. There is no need to worry about our friend being impulsive. Our other friend is not going to be intemperate. They have both been sternly cautioned to be on their best behavior.
I hired someone to take your former post. I think Alastor Moody will be an excellent addition to our staff, don’t you agree?
Albus Dumbledore
P.S. Enjoy the chocolates. As I recall, you have a fondness for Honeyduke’s best.
~~
Moony,
You wrote to Phoenix about me? Why’d you do that? I promise, I will behave. I am staying far, far away from the islands. In fact, I am currently on a large continent. One with rodents that hop about and carry things in pouches. Really.
Pads
Padfoot,
I think you are a wonderful friend for trying to help me remain calm. I also think if Lily and Prongs were alive, they would tell you the same thing; Stay Away From Hogwarts!
Yes, I know about that Tourney. I also know Harry’s name came out of the Goblet. I agree with Moody, it took a very strong Confundus Charm to overcome such a powerful object.
Moony
Moony,
Phoenix has said the same thing. I have written to my “son” and he promises to stay in contact with me. I will relay anything important he tells me to you. I think there is something more happening at the school.
Please tell me what you have been doing for entertainment. I need to be assured you are not staying holed up somewhere like a hermit.
Pads
~~
Padfoot,
I am writing to give you news of the best kind. I am in love.
I am going to marry.
Moony
Moony,
YOU SODDING TEASE!
Pads
Pads,
I am not being a hermit. I am actively studying the fauna of Nova Scotia. There is no one to meet, as there is not a lot in the way of human company where I am. Not to worry, once I return to England, I will go out to a show, have dinner in a nice restaurant and try to behave in a sociable manner.
Moony
~~
My Dear R.J. Lupin,
I was delighted to receive your article on the habits of wild kneazles in the New World. I do hope you will not mind waiting for its publication. I have a backlog of articles on the dangers of Nargles, hunting the Crumplehorned Snorkack and other items of interest to the readers of my publication.
I have forwarded your per diem to Gringotts as we agreed.
In hopes of doing future business with you,
Xenophilius Lovegood
~~
Pads,
He survived a dragon and now has to dance with a girl. I believe he would rather deal with another dragon.
Moony
Moony,
I tried to give him support before that first task. Someone interrupted us on his end. Yes, I know breaking into a home to use the Floo is dangerous. But, really - what is life without danger?
I wish we could see him in his formal robes. Do you think maybe Hagrid could manage to get a picture of Harry for us?
Pads
Padfoot,
I really wish you had not told me about your latest bit of law breaking. I did not need to know that. Now I will be pacing the floors worrying about you being arrested because you decided to have more danger in your life. If you really care for your friends, you will exercise more caution.
Moony
My Dear Mr. Moony,
I wish to inform you that you are a worrywart and that you also have broken a solemn promise. You are not to pace the floors. You were supposed to have a night on the town.
Padfoot
Pads,
I went out for Chinese. I ran into a girl. Literally. Well, actually, she ran into me. I ended up wearing my meal. She apologized profusely and bought me another meal. We went to her flat where I cleaned off the Mu Shu chicken after which, we had a nice meal and talked.
Moony
P.S. She had pink hair. I am NOT making this up. Would I make up a bird with pink hair?
Moony,
What is the world coming to? A werewolf eating Mu Shu chicken? Can you get any stranger?
Pads
~~
My Dear Boy,
I appreciate your concern for Harry. However, we do not need more chaperones for the Yule Ball. I have your best interests at heart. I want you to be safe and to not come onto school grounds at this time. There are many members of the Ministry present along with our foreign guests. On a side note, there are undercurrents I wish you to investigate in London.
Albus Dumbledore
Lupin,
I am sending you a new supply of Wolfsbane potion.
S.S.
P.S. Happy Yule.
The Headmaster insisted.
~~
Remus,
I enjoyed supper the other night. Would you like to attend the Ministry’s New Year’s gala with me?
Tonks
P.S. I know we are just friends. I would rather be with a friend at this celebration than any one else.
Tonks,
I would be honored. Is this to be formal robes?
Remus
Remus,
No, informal for once. I will be wearing purple to go with my hair.
Tonks
~~
Dear R.J. Lupin,
I would like to commission an expose on the dangers of the Black Lake at Hogwarts. My daughter has told me you would be an excellent reporter for this article. The Quibbler’s readers would be particularly interested in the merfolk and their habits.
Payment will be sent to your vault at Gringotts.
Respectfully,
Xenophilius Lovegood
~~
Pads,
Hope you enjoy this periodical. For some strange reason, I have copies of each issue that features an article I’ve written in my vault at Gringotts.
Really, spending New Year’s with the girl does not mean I will marry her.
Moony
Moony,
Methinks you doth protest too much. You are aware that this is my cousin you are leading on? Phoenix has sent me another letter. He is very worried about this Tournament since the latest scandal.
Pads
Padfoot,
Please tell me you are not in the country. Assure me that was a false sighting of you in Brighton.
Moony
Moony,
Brighton? Never been near the place. I have better taste than that.
Pads
Pads,
I am going to visit the school with my concerns
Moony
~~~
My Dear Boy,
Please be assured our mutual friend is not in danger. He has been the soul of discretion. I promise you will be the first to know of his arrival in these isles should he choose to return.
Albus Dumbledore
~~
Mr. Lovegood,
I appreciate your generosity in respect to gifting me with copies of your fine newspaper. However, man cannot live on the printed word alone. I will not be writing future articles on dark creatures or defending oneself from them unless I am paid in actual coin.
Respectfully,
R.J. Lupin
~~
Padfoot,
Where are you? I fear for both you and Harry.
Moony
Moony,
I am safe. Harry is being watched by the best. I, too, worry about him. I do not like Karkaroff being anywhere near our boy.
Pads
Pads,
I saw a large black dog this week while I was walking into the village. I miss your company.
Moony
Moony,
I never realized you cared so much.
Pads
P.S. You walk like an old man.
Padfoot:
You git.
Moony
Moony,
How much are you spending on owls?
Pads
Pads,
Do not worry about the expense. I happen to own this Tawny. He was a gift from McGee when I left Hogwarts last summer. I cannot believe it has almost been a year. Phoenix has been sending me about, exploring rumors on the continent. I miss our friends. I wonder if being alone in Paris is the reason for my feeling so maudlin. Maybe it was seeing that couple in Prague. They reminded me so much of Prongs and Lily.
If you manage to see Harry, give him a hug for me.
Moony
~~
Remus,
Thank you for that postcard from Romania. I am glad you are well and enjoying your visit at the dragon sanctuary. When will you be back in England?
Tonks
My Dear Boy,
Return home. The leads you are following are ancient. I have news: our special friend is quite close to where I am presently.
Albus Dumbledore
~~
Moony,
Do you think you can forgive me for lying about my location?
Pads
Padfoot,
You git, come down to breakfast
Moony
Recipient: shield_wolf
Rating: Gen
Pairing(s): eventual implied Remus/Tonks
Warning(s): mild language
Summary: A series of letters gives a peek at what Remus was doing during the events in Goblet of Fire.
A/N: Many thanks to my betas without whom my spelling and grammer would be scary.
Moony,
It was so wonderful to see you again. Pity Snivellus had to ruin our fun. Think he might enjoy a package from me?
Yours,
Padfoot
Pads, you idiot,
Do not send any packages to him. Please be very careful about owling me. The Ministry was not at all amused by your latest escapade. In fact, they seemed to think I had something to do with your prankish leave-taking. I was hard pressed to assure them of my complete innocence in that matter.
By the way, I am no longer an instructor at Hogwarts. Someone let slip about my furry little problem.
Moony
Moony,
You worry too much. No wonder you are going grey.
Pads
~~~
Lupin,
I enclose this month’s supply of Wolfsbane potion per orders from the Headmaster. Bear in mind, I only do this for him, not for you, your mutt, or Potter.
S.S.
Dear Professor Snape,
I received the potion in good time and found it to be most helpful. I was not aware the benefits of my employment at Hogwarts were to continue after leaving that fine institution.
Sincerely,
R. Lupin
~~
Pads,
Where are you now? Don’t answer that! I hope it is someplace warm and sunny with beaches, palm trees and fruity drinks.
I briefly spent time in that sort of climate and enjoyed myself. You would have thought me barmy back then. I was doing research for a dissertation on headhunters and their medical practices. The paper was not well received. In fact it was about as well received as a werewolf in the Himalayans. Were you aware of the fact Yeti are highly territorial?
Sorry for the digression. If you did not already hear the news, there was an incident at the Quidditch World Cup.
Nothing to worry about, I am fine and I have been assured of Harry’s safety.
Moony
Moony,
You cannot fool me; I do read the newspapers. Calling the Dark Mark appearing over the World Cup campgrounds a minor incident is like saying Snivellus has a little problem with hygiene.
I have been in contact with others from our youth. Phoenix assures me of our boy’s safety and has also told me off for daring to contact him. I think maybe I will send him something to help him loosen up. They have this lovely beverage here made with rum…do you think he would like a little paper umbrella with his drink?
Pads
Padfoot:
You are certifiable.
Moony
~~~
My Dear Boy,
I am writing to assure you that all is well here. There is no need to worry about our friend being impulsive. Our other friend is not going to be intemperate. They have both been sternly cautioned to be on their best behavior.
I hired someone to take your former post. I think Alastor Moody will be an excellent addition to our staff, don’t you agree?
Albus Dumbledore
P.S. Enjoy the chocolates. As I recall, you have a fondness for Honeyduke’s best.
~~
Moony,
You wrote to Phoenix about me? Why’d you do that? I promise, I will behave. I am staying far, far away from the islands. In fact, I am currently on a large continent. One with rodents that hop about and carry things in pouches. Really.
Pads
Padfoot,
I think you are a wonderful friend for trying to help me remain calm. I also think if Lily and Prongs were alive, they would tell you the same thing; Stay Away From Hogwarts!
Yes, I know about that Tourney. I also know Harry’s name came out of the Goblet. I agree with Moody, it took a very strong Confundus Charm to overcome such a powerful object.
Moony
Moony,
Phoenix has said the same thing. I have written to my “son” and he promises to stay in contact with me. I will relay anything important he tells me to you. I think there is something more happening at the school.
Please tell me what you have been doing for entertainment. I need to be assured you are not staying holed up somewhere like a hermit.
Pads
~~
Padfoot,
I am writing to give you news of the best kind. I am in love.
I am going to marry.
Moony
Moony,
YOU SODDING TEASE!
Pads
Pads,
I am not being a hermit. I am actively studying the fauna of Nova Scotia. There is no one to meet, as there is not a lot in the way of human company where I am. Not to worry, once I return to England, I will go out to a show, have dinner in a nice restaurant and try to behave in a sociable manner.
Moony
~~
My Dear R.J. Lupin,
I was delighted to receive your article on the habits of wild kneazles in the New World. I do hope you will not mind waiting for its publication. I have a backlog of articles on the dangers of Nargles, hunting the Crumplehorned Snorkack and other items of interest to the readers of my publication.
I have forwarded your per diem to Gringotts as we agreed.
In hopes of doing future business with you,
Xenophilius Lovegood
~~
Pads,
He survived a dragon and now has to dance with a girl. I believe he would rather deal with another dragon.
Moony
Moony,
I tried to give him support before that first task. Someone interrupted us on his end. Yes, I know breaking into a home to use the Floo is dangerous. But, really - what is life without danger?
I wish we could see him in his formal robes. Do you think maybe Hagrid could manage to get a picture of Harry for us?
Pads
Padfoot,
I really wish you had not told me about your latest bit of law breaking. I did not need to know that. Now I will be pacing the floors worrying about you being arrested because you decided to have more danger in your life. If you really care for your friends, you will exercise more caution.
Moony
My Dear Mr. Moony,
I wish to inform you that you are a worrywart and that you also have broken a solemn promise. You are not to pace the floors. You were supposed to have a night on the town.
Padfoot
Pads,
I went out for Chinese. I ran into a girl. Literally. Well, actually, she ran into me. I ended up wearing my meal. She apologized profusely and bought me another meal. We went to her flat where I cleaned off the Mu Shu chicken after which, we had a nice meal and talked.
Moony
P.S. She had pink hair. I am NOT making this up. Would I make up a bird with pink hair?
Moony,
What is the world coming to? A werewolf eating Mu Shu chicken? Can you get any stranger?
Pads
~~
My Dear Boy,
I appreciate your concern for Harry. However, we do not need more chaperones for the Yule Ball. I have your best interests at heart. I want you to be safe and to not come onto school grounds at this time. There are many members of the Ministry present along with our foreign guests. On a side note, there are undercurrents I wish you to investigate in London.
Albus Dumbledore
Lupin,
I am sending you a new supply of Wolfsbane potion.
S.S.
P.S. Happy Yule.
The Headmaster insisted.
~~
Remus,
I enjoyed supper the other night. Would you like to attend the Ministry’s New Year’s gala with me?
Tonks
P.S. I know we are just friends. I would rather be with a friend at this celebration than any one else.
Tonks,
I would be honored. Is this to be formal robes?
Remus
Remus,
No, informal for once. I will be wearing purple to go with my hair.
Tonks
~~
Dear R.J. Lupin,
I would like to commission an expose on the dangers of the Black Lake at Hogwarts. My daughter has told me you would be an excellent reporter for this article. The Quibbler’s readers would be particularly interested in the merfolk and their habits.
Payment will be sent to your vault at Gringotts.
Respectfully,
Xenophilius Lovegood
~~
Pads,
Hope you enjoy this periodical. For some strange reason, I have copies of each issue that features an article I’ve written in my vault at Gringotts.
Really, spending New Year’s with the girl does not mean I will marry her.
Moony
Moony,
Methinks you doth protest too much. You are aware that this is my cousin you are leading on? Phoenix has sent me another letter. He is very worried about this Tournament since the latest scandal.
Pads
Padfoot,
Please tell me you are not in the country. Assure me that was a false sighting of you in Brighton.
Moony
Moony,
Brighton? Never been near the place. I have better taste than that.
Pads
Pads,
I am going to visit the school with my concerns
Moony
~~~
My Dear Boy,
Please be assured our mutual friend is not in danger. He has been the soul of discretion. I promise you will be the first to know of his arrival in these isles should he choose to return.
Albus Dumbledore
~~
Mr. Lovegood,
I appreciate your generosity in respect to gifting me with copies of your fine newspaper. However, man cannot live on the printed word alone. I will not be writing future articles on dark creatures or defending oneself from them unless I am paid in actual coin.
Respectfully,
R.J. Lupin
~~
Padfoot,
Where are you? I fear for both you and Harry.
Moony
Moony,
I am safe. Harry is being watched by the best. I, too, worry about him. I do not like Karkaroff being anywhere near our boy.
Pads
Pads,
I saw a large black dog this week while I was walking into the village. I miss your company.
Moony
Moony,
I never realized you cared so much.
Pads
P.S. You walk like an old man.
Padfoot:
You git.
Moony
Moony,
How much are you spending on owls?
Pads
Pads,
Do not worry about the expense. I happen to own this Tawny. He was a gift from McGee when I left Hogwarts last summer. I cannot believe it has almost been a year. Phoenix has been sending me about, exploring rumors on the continent. I miss our friends. I wonder if being alone in Paris is the reason for my feeling so maudlin. Maybe it was seeing that couple in Prague. They reminded me so much of Prongs and Lily.
If you manage to see Harry, give him a hug for me.
Moony
~~
Remus,
Thank you for that postcard from Romania. I am glad you are well and enjoying your visit at the dragon sanctuary. When will you be back in England?
Tonks
My Dear Boy,
Return home. The leads you are following are ancient. I have news: our special friend is quite close to where I am presently.
Albus Dumbledore
~~
Moony,
Do you think you can forgive me for lying about my location?
Pads
Padfoot,
You git, come down to breakfast
Moony