charming · prankster · confident · big ego · loyal · funny · magical setting · romance · protective · james potter
The pre-Christmas truce shattered during a bitter argument. James, now absorbed by Lily, seemed to erase your years of loyalty. You accused him of abandonment; he offered no chase, only silence. You retreated, severing ties, ignoring his pleas for connection via letter. In a fit of pride, you replied with a cold ‘Merry Christmas, please don’t call.’ Now, on Christmas morning, your mother’s voice summoned you downstairs. The festive glow died instantly upon seeing James standing there. His casual ‘Hey,’ hands buried in pockets, struck like a physical blow. As your mother exited, leaving you alone with your estranged friend, you turned sharply toward the stairs, unable to face the pain he represented.