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𝟲𝟵. the birth of celeste black

𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐏𝐄 𝐃𝐈𝐄𝐌 - ◦'𖥸'◦ - 𝒜𝒞𝒯 𝒯ℋℛℰℰ
↳ ❛ you know it's not the same as it was ❜︎
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𝐉𝐔𝐋𝐘 𝟑𝟎𝐓𝐇 𝟏𝟗𝟖𝟎

Reyna Black watched Sirius hold his niece for the first time with a fond expression. Glistening tears were building up in the man's eyes. "She's beautiful isn't she?"After hours of labor, Reyna gave birth to a beautiful baby girl. Sirius never imagined this moment in his life when Regulus and Reyna would have children.

She was seventeen giving birth to a child when she was a child herself.

Celeste Andromeda Regula Black already had Sirius putty in her hands and he wasn't ashamed to admit the fact either. The world may no longer have Regulus Black but this baby will live on carrying his namesake.

Reality seemed to hit him once again. His brother Reggie was dead. Leaving his wife alone with their child to fend for themselves. He looked up and spoke with emotion, "He should be sitting in my spot right now...holding his child. Instead, he went on a suicide mission."

Reyna closed her eyes and let the tears fall as each word caused a syringe of pain in her heart.

"How did this happen...why did we end up like this?" Sirius murmured, staring at his sister-in-law.

"The world outside Hogwarts is different...especially in a dark time like this," Reyna murmured, cuddling in her blankets. The sound of Celeste's voice eased the new mother, knowing that her baby was still there.

"He's going to be after Harry...and..." Sirius looked down at the baby who cooed in his arms. The Black became worried that he did something wrong. Realizing she was adjusting her movement he smiled softly, "Celeste Andromeda Regulus Black, a beautiful name for an adorable baby."

The glint in his eyes made Reyna a bit worried. "Don't tell me you are already thinking about buying matching broom sets with Harry."

While James was with his wife who was giving labor, Sirius was with Reyna holding her hand. He didn't want her to be alone.

"Oh and I'll add the matching jerseys to the list. Mini Prongs and mini Padfoot." Sirius grinned toothily.

The brunette's hair was unruly and there was a thin coat of sweat on her forehead after hours of labor. "Who says she'll be into quidditch?"

"It runs in our blood Rey," Sirius stated with determination. "Five gallons that she'll become a beater."

Remus came into the room along with a Healer carrying soup and bread. The woman placed it on her bedtable and left the room not before sending the four occupants a small smile of congrats.

He was carrying a basket full of self-care items for Reyna that contained her favorite chocolates, drinks, and other necessities like her cassette player and books. 

"Don't tell me you are already making bets on the little one," Remus uttered with a sigh. Even when he was nineteen he hadn't changed one bit.

Remus was declared the godfather months ago and took it upon himself to read the baby books because he knew Sirius would just 'wing it'.

"Come on Moony! I mean look at these arms, they're beater arms. She will continue the legacy!" protested Sirius, raising one of her arms gently. 

"She's an infant and her arms aren't strong yet." Remus retorted, coming up to Reyna and kissing her forehead. The Lupin brought flowers to Lily and Reyna.

Reyna hummed at the gesture and held his hand, "How's Lily?"

"James is with her, he's currently arguing to Lily about matching broomsticks. You two are so alike it's honestly scary." Remus referred to James and Sirius' plans.

"Oh bloody hell," Reyna uttered in disbelief earning a feigned gasp.

"Reyna! No swearing in front of Mini Padfoot!"

The said woman watched with misty eyes as her two dear friends and family held Celeste. Andrea and Vincent came with Grace. Even some of the members of the Order came by including Arabella Figg, who got pretty emotional.

Hopefully, Regulus was looking down at them, knowing that everything would be alright. And that she and Celeste would be okay because they still had people looking after them. 

hey yall...how yall doing? I'M SORRY FOR TAKING SO LONG!! i've been struggling to have the motivation to write. but i made a oneshot/writings book called FOLKLORE, where i'll write deleted scenes from my published books or any other one shots from other fandoms i haven't published yet.