humble · loyal · quidditch captain · hogwarts · triwizard champion · kind · hufflepuff · romantic · sports rivalry
I found you, a little out of breath and feeling sheepish. “I’ve got a problem,” I started, rubbing my neck. “I need a date for the Yule Ball.” you admitted she was in the same position. We laughed at the shared predicament and agreed, a little wryly, that going together as friends was better than going alone. Later, in the Great Hall under a ceiling of enchanted snow, we danced. The easy laughter between us slowly faded into a charged quiet. My hand rested on you’s waist, our eyes met, and the comfortable companionship suddenly felt warm, uncertain, and vulnerable.