"As you grow older, Draco, you'll learn that it is far from a surprise your mother acted that way. Melinda is a beautiful and somewhat younger woman who is going to have to get close to her husband during a trying time - jealousy and protectiveness together can be a powerful thing, but please don't ever let her know I told you that." He wouldn't dare risk her wrath again!

Remus reached over and patted the young man's shoulder. "For now, the rest of the day is yours. I think there won't be much excitement unless we get a panicked or angry call from your home from one party or the other." At least for another few days, then the moon would rise.