Lupin's gaze swept over Marcus, Nightshade, Crescent, and Frostclaw in turn.
Shock and disbelief were written all over their faces.
He took a deep breath.
"I know you're full of doubts and worries right now.
This isn't a trap, much less some empty fantasy.
I, Remus Lupin, stake my character and reputation on it.
Everything we're working toward is real. It's all so that we, a people under a curse, can regain our dignity and hope!"
He paused, his tone becoming more earnest, almost pleading.
"And your joining us wouldn't just be for your own sake. It would also help more of our kin who are just like us."
Here in this shabby inn, Lupin had turned into a professional orator.
"There are still far, far too many of our kind in this world hiding their identities, silently enduring the pain and torment of the full moon alone. They might not even know that a new potion exists, that a chance to change their fate is right before them."
"You can be the messengers who bring them this news. You can bring them to us and let them know they aren't fighting alone."
At this point, Lupin's expression grew a little awkward, and he wasn't quite sure how to continue.
After taking a deep breath, he tried hard to make his expression look serious and professional.
"For every new member you successfully refer, provided they stay in the training course consistently for at least three months, you'll also earn a certain number of... well, contribution points.
These points can be exchanged for potions or other daily necessities, or even Galleons. Things like... well, fresh steaks or warmer blankets.
Believe me, those points are definitely worth more within the company than Galleons are outside."
"Of course, we don't require you to