"He keeps up with his homework, reads in advance and teaches himself to learn things quickly. It has become a point of pride that he doesn't let his condition affect his studies, that he can still do things. His friends are there to help, and he has learned to let them, accept borrowed notes, stolen food, and a hand on his back. It will take time to unlearn that."

Ouch.

This is gorgeous, absolutely gorgeous - you've really got into Remus' head (or rather, he got into yours and ate your brain...) and given us perfect insight as to why he is like he is; so poilte and somewhat removed.

Ah, lovely.