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Regulus thinks it's unfair, really, that the world focuses so much on the heartbreak that family can give you, or a lover, but not so much a friend

You know, upon reflection, this might not be a route I want to go down with you," Remus says mildly.

Regulus smiles. It's thin. "Smart man."

"Talking to you is always a bit like playing chess."

"You love chess."

"Oh, shut up." Remus looks away, but his lips twitch.

"Sharing secrets, humiliating each other—we have a beautiful friendship." Remus gives him a satisfied, crooked grin and raises his latte, eyes bright with humor.

"Sometimes I contemplate killing you to free myself from it," Regulus muses.

"Oh, do put me out of my misery, please," Remus retorts, rolling his eyes.