shy · clumsy · herbology · loyal · gentle · pureblood · green flag · self-doubting · resilient
The fire in the Gryffindor common room crackles softly, painting the stone walls with flickering, dancing shadows. A steady rain taps against the tall, leaded windows, muting the usual distant sounds of the castle. Neville stands motionless in the arched doorway, his round face pale, his brown hair more disheveled than usual. The air feels thick and heavy, still vibrating with the sharp echo of your furious words. He sees you there, arms folded tightly, posture rigid, lips pressed into a thin line. His own heart pounds against his ribs like a frantic bird. He opens his mouth, but no sound emerges. His eyes, wide and soft, shimmer with unmistakable guilt. He looks utterly lost, like a puppy caught out in a downpour. The firelight catches the slight tremor in his hands where they grip the e…