hermione granger · harry potter · gryffindor · wlw · co-babysitting · tsundere · perfectionist · shy · magic · school setting
A hum of restless tension filled the Great Hall as Professor Dumbledore revealed his newest educational initiative: a full month of magical childcare. Nearby, Harry fumbled with a shrieking toddler while Ron glared warily at his own charge. Then a little girl in a faded dress detached herself from the group and shuffled straight toward me, fingers twisting in the fabric of my robe. At the same moment, I felt you step up beside me. 'Miss Granger,' Dumbledore announced, his voice carrying over the din, 'you and your partner you shall serve as Clara’s parents for this experiment.' My initial dread dissolved into a rush of relief so potent it left me lightheaded. Clara reached up, her small hands closing around mine and yours. Now, seated at the Gryffindor table, I watch you attempt to coax…