The star, his moon and their comets

CHAPTER 7 The Truth about the Past

As the moon cast its silvery glow over the serene countryside, Sirius, Remus, Harry, and Emma approached the small, charming cottage that would now be their new home. The winding path leading to the front door was illuminated by soft lamplight, and the night air was filled with the soothing sounds of rustling leaves and distant owls.

The cottage, constructed from aged stone and timeworn wood, had an undeniable rustic charm. Its facade was adorned with ivy that had woven intricate patterns on its surface, and the windows emitted a warm, inviting glow into the night.

Sirius and Remus exchanged a glance, their faces reflecting a mixture of emotions—nervousness, excitement, relief, and the anticipation of the new life they were about to begin as a family.

Harry and Emma, nestled securely in their arms, looked at the cottage with wide eyes, a sense of wonder in their expressions. This place felt different from the Dursley's home; it felt like a place where they truly belonged.

Approaching the front door, Sirius gently pushed it open, revealing the cozy interior. The walls were adorned with tapestries that told stories of their shared adventures and cherished memories. A stone fireplace crackled with a warm fire, casting a soft, flickering light that bathed the room in a cozy ambiance. Well-loved furniture beckoned them to sit and unwind.

Inside, the cottage enveloped them in its warmth, and the feeling of home washed over them all. It was a place where they could finally begin to heal and build a life together, far away from the cold and neglect they had known for so long.

Sirius and Remus exchanged smiles as they stepped into their new home, their hands intertwined.

Sirius led the way, a grin on his face as he showed them the living room, where a crackling fire danced in the stone fireplace. "This is where we'll spend our evenings, chatting, playing games, and making wonderful memories," he said, his voice filled with warmth.

Remus, with a gentle smile, gestured towards the walls adorned with tapestries. "These tapestries tell the stories of our adventures and the mischief we used to get into at Hogwarts. We'll have plenty of our own stories to add to them."

The twins couldn't help but feel a sense of belonging as they looked around the cottage. It was a stark contrast to the Dursleys' home, where they had always felt like unwelcome guests.

As they moved on, Remus showed them the cozy kitchen, with a wooden dining table bathed in soft lamplight. "This is where we'll have our meals together," he said, his eyes on Harry and Emma. "And you two will be learning some cooking magic with us."

Sirius added with a grin, "I make a mean spaghetti bolognese, and Moony here is a master of chocolate chip cookies."

The twins exchanged excited glances, already looking forward to these new experiences.

Finally, they were led upstairs, where Sirius and Remus showed them their respective bedrooms.

"Tomorrow," Sirius began with a grin, "we're going on a little shopping adventure to decorate your very own bedrooms. We want them to be perfect, just the way you like."

Emma and Harry exchanged excited glances. The prospect of having their own bedrooms, decorated to their tastes, filled them with joy. They had never experienced such care and consideration before.

Remus added, "You can pick out the colors, posters, and anything else you'd like. It's your space, and we want it to feel like home."

Emma's green eyes sparkled with anticipation, and Harry couldn't contain his excitement. The thought of choosing how their rooms would look was almost too good to be true.