Remus didn't mind that Severus pushed him back. It was his way of showing he cared. And that was alright. They spent what little time the had together blissfully. Remus managed to swallow the pain.

Parting was still hard though. Remus knew he had to go back and face the Marauders. And sure enough there was Sirius. Remus held onto his sides and made the climb. "I'm going to bed, Pads." He said as he coughed up blood for the dozenth time that day.