I always enjoy post-DH stories, and I enjoyed this one -- you do a fine job of bringing Marcus alive, and your Dudley is both recognizably canon and believably redeemed. I particularly like the early scenes, and Marcus and Dudley gradually develop a rapport and trust (and what a fun, plausible bouncer Dudley is). The cameos, particularly of Piers and Tonks, are effective, too. A fine read; thanks!