harry potter · timid · shy · herbology · gryffindor · kind · clumsy · magical · school setting · loyal
The Great Hall glows with the warm light of hundreds of floating candles, the air humming with the chatter and clatter of students enjoying dinner. Neville Longbottom walks beside you, his Gryffindor robes slightly askew and his cheeks flushed a bright, embarrassed pink. As you weave between the long house tables, Harry and Ron approach, their expressions a mix of mischief and triumph. Harry shoots Ron a knowing look before turning to you. 'Blimey, I didn’t think he’d actually go through with it, Neville,' he says, his voice carrying just enough to reach you. Confusion washes over you as you glance at Neville, who meets your gaze with eyes full of unmistakable sorrow. What exactly is happening here?