Oh, I can tell you that I really loved this. You don't see enough MWPP-era AU and this is a prime example of why there should be more of it.

I loved this story and was really mesmerized by the situation and the development of Sirius' feelings. How wonderful to be so passionate (and compassionate) about someone you just MET! And your Mrs. Potter was really fine. It's so refreshing to see her as something besides a doting old woman!

Oh, and ftr, "Southpaw" was a bit of brilliance.

Unfortunately, the black on brown is a bit hard to read here. I just high-lighted it to make it work.