Invite
James was confused. While being confused is a normal feeling for him, today he was extra confused. Normally he can figure out what was happening with Sirius, but today Sirius barged in the apartment and flopped on the couch dramatically. Being dramatic is natural for Sirius and it clings to him like a second skin. But something was weird today about Sirius, he is not talking.
This in particular is very out of the blue. Sirius, the Sirius Black, not talking about anything. Not a word or a peep out of him. To James this was very concerning, he has been living with Sirius for over a year now and it's never quiet. Needless to say, James called Remus. Remus is the only one that can get Sirius to talk when he is like this. One would normally think James would be the one that would comfort Sirius since they are practically brothers, but while James could, it might take hours to get Sirius to open up.
So, he called Remus. While the phone was ringing James walked out of the living room to the kitchen so Sirius couldn't hear. There was a click signaling Remus accepted the call. "Moony can you come over Sirius came home and just laid down on the couch and didn't say a word. He has been there for about an hour now doing nothing. I am starting to get worried." James whispered in the phone.
"Uh, yeah I am about five minutes away. Just got off work. Do you know anything about what happened?" James sighed going over to the fridge to get started on dinner. "No, he just came home, and he hasn't said a word. It's really weird he was texting me earlier about how good his day was going too. I tried talking to him, but he didn't respond. I am making dinner right now is there anything you want?"
"He called me earlier too about how his favorite show got renewed for a new season. This is weird okay I'm about to be there. Also, no whatever you want to make I'm probably going to stay the night though. Bye prongs." James said his goodbye before cutting up vegetables to make a simple stir fry.
While he was still cutting the vegetables, he heard Remus unlocking the door with his key and the door opening. James knew he should just continue making the dinner and once they stopped talking Remus would inform him of what happened. So, he set the vegetables aside and got started on the chicken.
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Remus sighed after he got off the phone with James. Sirius has been doing so good recently and he hasn't had a day where he shut down for months. This will be a minor setback on his road to recovery, but it's fine he can think of that later when Sirius is talking again. He parked his car in the parking garage and made his way to the elevator to get to James and Sirius' apartment. James and Sirius moved in together because they were already roommates for the entirety of middle and high school, they went to this prestigious boarding school for rich kids. They have separation anxiety essentially.
Remus sighed again when he got to the door. He got his key out; all the marauders have keys to each other's apartments. Opening the door, he immediately went over to the couch and lifted Sirius' head so that it was on his lap instead. Running his fingers through Sirius' hair he quietly asked, "love what happened?"
Sirius groaned before burrowing his face deeper into Remus' thigh. "You know how I recently got back in touch with Regulus?" Remus silently nodded, the brothers have had a rocky relationship because of their terrible family. Until a few months ago Sirius thought that Regulus hated him and believed his parents messed up beliefs. Until Sirius saw an article stating a new and uprising music artist and realized it was his little brother. Listening to his songs Sirius made the discovery that Regulus hated their parents as much as he did and contacted him.
At first Regulus didn't trust Sirius but eventually warmed up to him again and their relationship had been blossoming again. This is what caused Sirius to get better with his mental health, finally the burden of leaving Regulus was off his shoulders. Even though it wasn't Sirius' fault that he had to leave the wretched house, he had tried to even bring Regulus with him.
"Well Regulus invited me to come to one of his shows front row seats because his tour is in town this week." Remus instantly understood. The brothers haven't seen each other in person since Sirius got disowned. Regulus had been touring internationally and they have only been in contact for a few months. This would be a huge step in their relationship, and it could be the thing that made the brothers close again like in the past. Then again Sirius is probably overthinking it and is freaking out about seeing his brother again in years.
"Love that's great! You can see him again and watch how far he's come with his career so far. Me and James could come also, I would invite Peter, but he hates concerts." Sirius groans again before rolling around looking up at Remus. Remus looked down at him before quirking his mouth in a smile at Sirius. How he got to date this man has always been a mystery to him. Sirius is so perfect and amazing; he doesn't deserve him. "Hi, love nice seeing you this fine night."
Sirius glares at him for a moment before it melts away into a more vulnerable expression. "But Moony he has to hate me. I left him, sure we have been texting and calling for a while, but what if he sees me in person and just remembers that I left him and hates me." Remus sighed before leaning down and capturing Sirius' lips in a quick kiss before formulating his response. "Sirius it wasn't your fault that you had to leave. They were hurting you and trying to force you to do something you didn't want to do. Also, I am sure that Regulus wouldn't have invited you if he didn't want you to go."
Sirius looked away. "I know that, honestly. But- I don't know Moons there is no way he doesn't hold some kind of grudge. He told me he had a surprise for me too. What if it terrible and he will realize I am a bad person and hate me."
"Sirius you know that won't happen. This is just your past fears getting to you. Regulus took the time and texts you and he seemed to like you a lot. This is great that you are getting in contact again. The surprise is something he planned for you Pads. He took the time to invite you to his show to see you and to show you the thing he planned for you." Remus said while his fingers still run through Sirius' long black hair gently easing through the knots.
Sirius nodded before getting up and grabbing his phone to text Regulus Black. Sirius realized it had taken him two hours to respond and that Regulus is probably panicking about texting him now.
The Brothers
Traumatized2: I have a show around where you live if you want to come. I have a surprise I want to show you and I'll give you front row and backstage passes so you can see me before and after the show. You can bring your friends. Oh, speaking of which is Potter still your friend.
Traumatized1: Sorry it took me so long to respond. I was seeing if they would come with me and totally forgot to text you. Sure, we can come, yes James is still my friend, and I am bringing him and my boyfriend, Remus. So, if I could have three passes that would be great! Can't wait to see you again Reggie!
Traumatized2: Don't call me that. Also, all tickets are online so I will send them to you the concert is at Oakland Stadium at 8pm on Sunday. It is a shame that you are bringing Potter, but I suppose I'll get over it. Looking forward to seeing you too, I guess.
Traumatized1: Okay see you there. Also, James isn't so bad once you get to know him.
Traumatized2: Highly doubt that, but okay. Bye Sirius.
Traumatized1: Bye Reggie, see you Sunday.
Regulus' reply came immediately after Sirius sent his. Which probably means he had been panicking about it and was waiting for the response for two hours. Sirius feels terrible about not responding right away and having his breakdown. He sets down his phone before looking around, realizing Remus had left. He gets up and walks to the kitchen, just now smelling the smell of food cooking. He finds Remus and James talking while James is plating the food.
They both fall silent at the sight of him. Sirius assumes Remus told James what had happened, so he sighed before saying. "Regulus got us three tickets front row and backstage. It's on Sunday at 8pm, so you better be there. We are going early though so we can see him before the concert. They both nod and start talking about random things while sitting down at the table. Sirius eats silently mulling over his thoughts about Regulus.