PheonixLament

Narcissa Black has always lived in the shadow of her magnificent and proud older sister, Bellatrix. Finally, she has found something that her sister cannot steal from her. Growing up in the ancient and most noble house of Black is never what it seems. LM/NB

Remus has loved her for years but has feared rejection. Finally, after a night of dancing and a nudge from Sirius, she responds with an everlasting kiss. As time goes on, her boldness forces Remus to leave his worries and insecurities behind, and he finds he is no longer young and whole. RL/NT OotP

The lives of the Marauders change as dark times pull them further apart. Sirius struggles with love and sadness. James leaves his wild and innocent days, and fights for a life he has only dreamed of living. Remus continues to be shunned and blamed. And Peter hides a mysterious secret. MWPP era.