Chapter 139 - Seventh Year - Drunkards

After the emotional hospital visit, Remus wants to get drunk, leading to a night at the Three Broomsticks with his friends. Sirius stays sober to look after everyone while they discuss future living arrangements and the upcoming prank. The evening becomes cathartic as Remus processes his feelings about Hope through alcohol and friendship. Sirius's caring behavior and Remus's drunken admission that Sirius is "magic" show their deepening emotional connection despite Remus's continued struggles with expressing feelings.