With Peter completely immobilized, Sirius was finally able to explain everything that had happened 12 years ago.
How he wanted to be clever by acting as an obvious target, wanting to make everyone, even Dumbledore, believe he was the secret keeper when it was in fact Peter. He explained how he had cornered the rat seeking revenge, but he cleverly blasted everything and everyone while screaming about Sirius' betrayal, cut his finger and transformed into his rat form, completely fooling even himself. He told them he had only found out about him when Fudge went to visits Azkaban and he saw a picture of the Weasley's with rat Peter in it. So he used is transformation to escape from Azkaban. He did keep his encounter with Micheal Folster a secret though, but he did mention his attempts during the year, his meeting with me and the help Crookshanks had been giving him.
Then through intimidation from his former friends and Snape, after he tried to beg the golden trio for mercy, the rat spilled his guts in his cowardice. I made sure to get the recording and pictures done, can never be too safe.
Snape even used his legilimancy on the man to make sure. So although he was reluctant to let Sirius go, he was convinced on this matter and making the wrong man suffer for her death was illogical. He would still hate Sirius himself, but not for this.
Harry had his questions answered as well, Hermione was quieter as she listened to all the explanations and Ron had his leg fixed but still wasn't over the whole Scabbers/Peter thing. But overall, this helped Harry tremendously has he found the truth and now had someone who was the closest to family near him.
With this resolved, we started making our way back to the school with a chained Pettigrew being levitated by me.
We got outside of the passage and distanced ourselves from the Whomping Willow. Lupin and Snape were discussing with each other how to handle things, Ron and Hermione were with me as I guarded Peter, letting Harry and Sirius have their own little talk about the man being his godfather and awkwardly trying to offer Harry a place to live as his guardian.
I always liked that scene. Simple but heartwarming. But now it was time to deal a naughty wolf who skipped his potion. I mean, it's not like I didn't get him the advanced formula, but he still skipped one of the only two potions he had to freaking drink. It's ridiculous that it also happens to be the full moon. But there he was, Lupin getting hit by the moons rays and starting his transformation.
Snape backed away and readied his wand, whilst Sirius ran and hugged his friend to try and let him regain his sanity.
'Good thing i have backup plans.' I thought as I bolted straight towards the transforming man. As he was growing and struggling against his friends embrace, i jumped and landed a picture perfect flying side kick in his face, causing him to fall and skid on the ground in pain. Everyone was just stunned as a student just flying kicked a transforming werewolf in the face, but I rushed him as I took out goblin made injector, filled with my werewolf vaccine.
We had done a lot of tests and found something interesting: it can be used to suppress the virus even after it is fully activated. That's right, it can stop a rampaging werewolf. If you can inject it anyway. But that's why I had a dozen of the unbreakable injectors made.
So with my goblin made needle, I jammed it right into his heart and pressed the button to inject the vaccine as I pinned his arms with my legs. This is the fastest way for it to spread, once again properly tested in a controlled manner. I am very thorough about this.
With that done, I quickly push off of the transforming Lupin and summersault away from the man-beast.
Even Snape was slack jawed at what I just did.
"What did you do to Remus kid! If he gets hurt I'm going to teach you a proper lesson!" Yelled out Sirius in worry and anger.
"He will probably be the most grateful you've ever seen him in about 30 seconds." I answered with a smile.
"What do you mean?" He asked with narrowed eyes.
But before he continued, Snape noticed the shrinking Lupin, changing back into human form.
"How? That isn't possible." He whispered to himself in shock.
Sirius heard him speak and turned his attention back to his friend as well.
"That's impossible." He also said as he looked up to the moon to check it was indeed full.
"Explain yourself Bones. Now." Glared Snape.
"Vaccine blocking werewolf transformation. I've been working on it for a long time and this one has been spectacular during testing. 100% success rate, with over 500 hundred willing volunteers. This is quite literally the closest to a cure it is possible to make at the moment. For 18 months after receiving the injection, one is no longer affected by Lycanthropy. The recipients are normal until it is time for the next injection." I explained simply.
"How is this possible! For millennia the closest we've come to was the Wolfsbane potion, which you somehow improved exponentially. But you want me to believe you created a vaccine." Said Snape in disbelief.
"Look, I can show you my data, facilities, contracts, and recipes later, but let us get the good Professor some clothing. Most people here are underaged." I say as I bring out a fresh set of Hogwarts robes.
"You just carry sets of clothing with you?" Questioned Sirius weirdly.
"That's the weirdest thing to you tonight? I just showed you a solution to Lycanthropy and ridiculous physical prowess, but you think me preparing extra clothes is weird?" I asked back, shutting him up in agreement.
I walk up to the skinny and scarred Professor, as he wakes up very confused at what just happened.
"What? How? Where?" He just kept asking.
"Clothes first Professor, then questions. Although I do respect you, I'm not a fan of men's nude bodies." I say as I throw the clothes to the man.
Everyone turns their eyes away to let him dress himself, well except Snape but that's because he doesn't believe he's actually safe.
"Can anyone explain to me how this is possible?" Lupin then asked as he realizes his transformation didn't happen.
"Ask Bones." Snape simply answered as he observed the man.
"Remus, are you really ok?" Asked Sirius as he worried for his last true friend.
"Yes Sirius. More than ok actually. I feel strangely peaceful, relaxed and a bit weary." He answered as he was surprised about his own condition.
"That is just you're body not having to constantly fight against the virus in your body. They are common effects of it being completely suppressed by the vaccine. Congratulations on being the first to receive it outside of the testing center Professor, but we will have to discuss this later. I will answer your questions, but Pettigrew must be handled immediately. We must also protect Mr. Black from the Dementors and clear up his charges with the Ministry." I say to the man.
"Yes, you're right. Somethings are more urgent, but I must still thank you Aedan. You have at the very least stopped me from harming others tonight. So thank you." Remus sincerely said to me.
"No problem Professor, I am planning on revealing the vaccine next summer anyway." I answered politely.
"How touching. Now we must go see the headmaster at once." Sneeringly said Snape.
"Right you are Severus. Now let us all go. This is turning out to be quite the rollercoaster of an evening." Happily agreed Lupin.
I levitated Pettigrew as he was trying to crawl away like a worm on the ground and started walking with the trio of men. The kids finally snapped out of it and followed.
"Aedan is that really a cure for Lycanthropy? I thought that was impossible." Asked Hermione with immense curiosity and respect.
"Blimey, Lupin is a werewolf. But he's the best Defense Professor we've ever got, he's going to have to leave if this gets out." Worriedly said Ron.
"What's so bad about being a werewolf though? It's not like it's illegal right?" Asked Harry a bit nervous for Lupin.
"In order asked, it is not a cure but more of a complete suppressant, yes the Professor could very well lose his job, and being a werewolf isn't strictly illegal. The problem is that for hundreds of year, werewolves have been dangerous, infectious and incurable. They will turn wizards through scratches and bites, killing most humans before the change can happen. They lose all control of themselves during full moons. And are classified between magical beings and creatures. And with that new anti-werewolf legislation, it's all but illegal to be one." I explained to the trio calmly.
"But why? You told me you pretty much hired every werewolf who wanted to work for your business. Why is Professor Lupin treated so harshly?" Asked Harry in confusion and feeling it was unfair.
"Well because my new version of the Wolfsbanes potion just really started being put in circulation, but that just lets them transform and keep their rationality. The problem is also how they are viewed in our society. I have actually faced a good amount of criticism for my actions. The only thing stopping the ministry from trying to shut me down are my contracts, my results and track record. Unfortunately the Professor was hired after the legislation and is around many children susceptible to Lycanthropy. So one news article and it might even lead to the Headmaster getting into trouble." I explained to the kids with a sigh.
It plunged them into silence as we all made our way to the Headmasters office.
We made our way through the castle, which luckily was silent due to curfew and upon reaching the old man's office, we all found the slightly surprised headmaster at his desk.
"Severus,Remus, Aedan, Harry, Mr. Weasley, Ms. Granger, are those two men behind you who I think they are?" Asked the old man.
"Black and Pettigrew Headmaster." Simply answered Severus.
"Oh dear. An explanation of events if you will Remus, Severus, Aedan." He simply said.
The golden trio waited quietly as the story was told, everyone in the room keeping an eye on Pettigrew. The most cowardly man in the canon was currently having a panic attack from being in front of everyone he betrayed and Albus fucking Dumbledore.
"I see. This means I owe you a sincere apology Sirius. It was my own fault for never investigating the truth of the matter. Please let me know how I can make amends for this horrible mistake." Said the now weary looking old man after he heard everything.
"Headmaster, please remember that not all burdens lie on you. The choices of others will always make them responsible for their results. This time a man managed to fool the world, not just you. All we can do is make sure proper justice is done." I intervened to stop the Headmaster's bad habit.
"He right Dumbledore, I never blamed you. Only myself. As long as the Rat gets what's coming to him then it's fine." Agreed Sirius.
"Thank you. To both of you. I shall contact Cornelius immediately. He will want to know about this development." Dumbledore said seriously.
"I'll get in touch with my aunt immediately. I want to make sure no one tries to weasel their way out of this. I'll also call a trusted reporter to put some pressure on the ministry. I want to force them to admit Sirius is innocent. He's suffered enough and Harry deserves a loving home." I added in as well.
"That would be good. You have my permission for both Aedan. I trust you know what you're doing. Severus, Remus, I want you to gather the rest of the heads of houses and inform them of tonight's happenings. We will lock Peter in the West Tower, make sure he is guarded and that he cannot escape before others arrive." The Headmaster ordered, getting his commanding aura flowing this time.
"It will be my pleasure Headmaster." Said Remus with an excited smile.
"I will take him to the tower." Answered Snape plainly, but with hate in his eyes for the rat.
"What about us Professor?" Asked Harry, as the trio waited as they were unsure of what to do.
"If you three could stay here that would be lovely. You are after all witnesses and very much involved. Sirius and I shall also wait here with you. It will be better that way." Answered Dumbledore with a kind smile, letting the trio relax a bit.
As everyone got busy with their tasks, I got confirmation from aunt Amelia. She was very surprised, but chose to believe me. She also listened to my advice to prepare every disguise and transformation detection/cancelling tools, potions and devices she could get. I don't want any fuck ups.
'I have set the stage, the first and second act are through. Let the final act begin.' I thought to myself as a flash of green occurred in the Headmasters office.