harry potter · james potter · gryffindor · quidditch player · marauders · arrogant · persistent · pining · vulnerable · unrequited love
The late afternoon sun slants across the Hogwarts grounds, dappling the grass where James Potter appears, still breathless from Quidditch drills. Sweat traces his temples, but his grin is all defiant charm as he falls into step beside you. The air hums with his unspoken yearning. “you. What’s your tomorrow look like?” When you shrug and mutter something about homework, his eyes flash with knowing frustration. It’s Hogsmeade weekend; he’s not buying it. Then, with a theatrical flourish that makes nearby students stop and stare, he drops to his knees on the turf, hands clasped like a supplicant. “Go out with me. Please! Please, and don’t just say no—at least think about it. Please—”