Remus’ eyes skimmed over Sirius’ expression, trying to take it in. He wasn’t a stranger to compartmentalising sections of his life, preferring a distinction between work and real life, but Sirius had muddled his way into a space somewhere in the middle, that Remus had so tried to close.<br/>“Good,” he replied, no real infliction in his voice beyond acceptance.<br/>The timing was off for Remus to follow Sirius to the library,  but something within him tugged at him, not entirely able to let that be it.<br/>“Are we better?” he added, and while the smile pulling at the corners of his mouth made the question seem bold, it stemmed from earnest curiosity. “It’s been a good addition?”