It felt like the pause lasted an eternity. Remus saw Sirius' expression change, and he felt himself be scrutinized, Sirius rightfully looking for something familiar in Remus' adult features. It made Remus' lips part, having the instinct to apologize or to provide a further explanation as to why he maybe wasn't immediately recognizable to Sirius.<br/>Then, Sirius' collided against him, knocking the air out of his lungs out surprise rather than by force. Feeling Sirius' arms tightly around his neck, hearing the genuine joy in his voice made Remus' heart soar, unable to comprehend he had been able to forego it for an entire month.<br/>Readily, Remus returned the affection, wrapping both arms around Sirius' waist.<br/>"Hi, Pads," he repeated, laughing. He turned his head towards Sirius, but found nothing but hair, sending a thrill down Remus' spine. "It's been a while."