"I'm sure every parent has probably had the same thought about their darling toddlers," Remus smirked, thinking Craig was too enamoured of his puppy to truly be strict with him yet. It'd take time. "He's a curious little innocent, people haven't given him a reason to be afraid yet."
Remus nodded as Craig spoke about his date, smiling slightly at the sudden seeming shyness. "Well, that's good. Sounds like a nice way to ring in the new year." Contrary to some opinions, Remus didn't find the thought of other people in relationships scary. Just himself. And he didn't want to hear about the details, of course.
"I don't know that easier is the right word. But, less frightening for her, I would hope."