"Oh, no -" Remus attempted as soon as he realized how his words were bound to be interpreted, but he failed to insist enough to actually stop Sirius' explanation, leaving him looking flustered with his lips slightly parted.<br/>It was only when Sirius concluded his statement that Remus managed to close his mouth, and though the words were on the tip of his tongue - and had been, for the bigger part of the exchange - he still had to lick his lips to gather his thoughts into an answer glancing away as he did. "I just - thank you."<br/>The answer came softly, and moment after Remus' eyes met Sirius' with an equally soft expression. While there was no hint of a smile on Remus' face, there was an unmistakable look of almost timid gratitude. "It means a lot."