Remus took the glass, giving Serenus a smile and a nod of thanks. "I'm lucky - I know that the world can't be too bad with so many Snapes in it." His gaze moved back to Gaius. "You really are stronger than you might think, but I know this is harder on you, too. I've been in this position before... it doesn't make it less sad, of course, but in a way it's not unfamiliar, either."