Benjy just nodded, frowning a little and rubbing the back of his neck in thought as he listened to Remus' thoughts and theories. Just getting lucky wasn't a good enough explanation for him, though. Once Remus was out of here, they'd definitely have to dive into the research again.

When the subject of the potion came up again, Benjy mirrored Remus' smile. "Yes, I remember how hopeless you were at Potions. Slightly less horrible than Peter, which is why Slughorn always paired him with Lily and you with me.

"I read it was Damocles Belby who came up with Wolfsbane, and got awarded the Order of Merlin for it. That bastard," he said, though his tone was light and he obviously held no real grudge. "He worked in the bite ward with me at St. Mungo's. I'll bet he just picked up where I left off when I died."