It was when Lily didn't even so much as slap him in the arm that Remus realized again that she was not the Lily he knew, that the memory of their falling out and Severus' choice of friends was somehow still fresh to her. The smile had gone away completely, and he let out a sigh through his nose as he clasped her closest hand firm, squeezing it. "I'm sorry, Lily. I didn't realise I might be touching something raw with that. I won't talk about him this way anymore." And that was a promise.
The cafeteria had become less populated during their conversation and the cashier was empty -- although, so was the food display. Still, it was an opportunity for distraction and he stood up with this in mind. "I reckon it's nearly time for tea. Would you like some?"