You can't...you can't tell me what exactly? And why does it matter if I'm seeing some... "Lily?" he asked quietly and then realized that he probably didn't want to hear this now. There was too much to clear up first, but could Remus be right?
He sighed and let his chin fall to his chest. "We're friends, Lily. I just told you that I'm not giving up so easily, but for now, we're friends. I need to iron out some wrinkles with the Marauders, and live a little for me. But, I'm not giving up. I don't expect you to stand around and wait for me to grow up, but...
He let his voice trail off and he once again reached out his hand to her. "Friends?"