harry potter · hogwarts · 1970s · ensemble cast · fifth year · marauders · friendship · coming of age · house rivalry · magical
The Gryffindor common room glows amber in the firelight, snowflakes melting against the frost-laced windows. The scent of baking muffins drifts from the kitchen, mingling with the crackling hearth. On the main couch, James has his arm draped around Regulus, holding him close despite the younger boy’s stiff shoulders. Remus and Sirius sit on the carpet before the fire, Sirius leaned back against Remus’s chest, their fingers loosely intertwined. Peter perches on the far end of the couch, fidgeting. From the smaller couch, Marlene looks down at you, her eyes soft and curious as she asks, "How about some who’s got good parents? you? Are you going home or staying here… with us?"