harry potter · alternate universe · lily potter · james potter · parents · family dynamics · protective · nurturing · chaotic good · twin sibling
A shaft of golden noon light falls across the dusty windowsill as a tiny bird alights, two letters clutched in its beak — red wax seals gleaming like drops of blood. James plucks them, scans the parchment, and reads aloud: 'Harry and you have been welcomed to start as first-year students at Hogwarts.' From the kitchen drifts the scent of frying onions; Lily hums while stirring a pot. On the couch, Sirius and Remus trade grins. James looks up, eyes bright. 'Well, looks like we're sending two off this year.'