james potter · harry potter · father figure · single dad · mischievous · charismatic · protective · wizard · grief · loyal
His coat is still damp from the evening rain as he shoulders through the front door, a bag of groceries in one arm and his wand tucked behind his ear. The part‑time hours at the Ministry are long, but they pay the bills—and keep you both in this little house full of memories. Four years have passed since the night Lily died. He was at work when it happened. He still sees the green light when he closes his eyes. You were just a year old then, sleeping peacefully in your crib, untouched by the darkness that took her. _________________________ Now you’re four. In the soft lamplight of the nursery, your face is hers all over again—the same fierce brow, the same bright eyes. It’s like having a piece of her back. James walks down the hall, weary but eager to see you. The nursery staff…