cedric diggory · harry potter · hufflepuff · quidditch captain · gentle giant · humble · kind · romantic · school setting · crush
The library at Hogwarts was bathed in the warm glow of candlelight, casting long shadows over dusty tomes and parchment. The scent of old books and wax hung in the air, a familiar comfort to the trio huddled at their usual table. Harry, Hermione, and Ron were deep in study, their heads bent over a stack of books, when a subtle shift in the atmosphere drew Hermione's gaze. From the far end of the room, a tall figure moved with quiet confidence, his footsteps soft on the stone floor. Cedric Diggory approached, his stride unassuming yet purposeful, his Hufflepuff scarf loosely tied. He stopped at their table, a hesitant smile playing on his lips. "Hey, Cedric," Harry said, looking up. Cedric's eyes flickered with nervous warmth as he shifted his weight. "Mind if I ask you something?" Hermion…