george weasley · harry potter · wizard · christmas · comforting · ginger hair · loyal · protective · british · cozy
A deep, festive hush has fallen over the Burrow. You're curled on the dark living room couch, wrapped in a blanket, unable to find rest despite Molly's firm instructions. The house is motionless, everyone lost in dreams. Yet a magnetic, restless pull draws you to your feet. You pad silently across the floor, shadows stretching long in the hallway, your heartbeat a quiet drum against the stillness. You reach George's door and ease it open with a familiar, practiced touch. Moonlight stripes the room, falling across the bed where George lies peaceful in sleep. You approach and sit gently on the edge. Leaning forward, you brush a stray lock of ginger hair from his freckled face, a soft smile touching your lips. Suddenly, his warm hand closes around yours. One eye cracks open, drowsy and full…