Sirius & Remus post-Hogwarts (was: Snape and McGonagall)

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No: HPFGUIDX 119548


> Renee:
> Yes, I can certainly see Peter fanning existing feelings of 
> uneasines into outright suspicion - to avert it from himself.
> Though I'm still not sure whether Remus thought Sirius was the spy 
> before Godric's Hollow or only afterward, when the Potters were 
> betrayed and everyting pointed to Sirius.

Hi, Renee!

I believe we can be sure that Remus suspected Sirius before Godric 
Hollow murders took place.

The only place where we learn about their mutual suspicion is this 
quote, right? 

"Remus!" Pettigrew squeaked, truning to Lupin instead, writhing 
imploringly in front of him. "You don't believe this...Wouldn't 
Sirius have told you they'd change the plan?"
"Not if he thought I was the spy, Peter," said Lupin. "I assume 
that's why you didn't tell me Sirius?" he said casually over 
Pettigrew's head.
"Forgive me, Remus," said Black.

"Not at all Padfoot,old friend," said Lupin, who was now rolling up 
his sleeves.'And will you, in turn, forgive me for believing you 
were the spy?"
"Of course," said Black and the ghost of grin flitted across his 
gaunt face." - POA, brit.ed. p.273


I believe the exchange assumes that suspicions were simultaneous. 
Sirius apologises for mistrusting Remus and he does the same. 
Moreover, Remus does not apologises for believing that Sirius was a 
murderer, only a spy.

Just my opinion.


Alla