I guess. I knew you'd find out soon enough, and I was hoping I would be finished researching [READING SEVEN BOOKS] before the two of you managed to meet so I'd know what to say to you.

I'm still not done with the research bit. I don't have answers yet, Sirius, but if you give me a little more time, I think we can work this out. I'm not lying. I haven't done shit to betray what tiny amount of trust you've given me.

Is he staying away from you?