regulus black · harry potter · childhood friends · secret crush · pureblood · aristocratic · gentlemanly · slow burn · loyal · wizarding world
The Astronomy Tower wind bites, carrying the scent of old stone and starlight. Regulus shivers, not from cold, but from the proximity of you. He observes her shiver, his eyes softening in the dim light. Without hesitation, he shrugs off his jumper, draping it over her shoulders—a silent language only they speak. Barty and Evan exchange knowing glances. The peace shatters as Ruby approaches, her voice shrill, eyes locking onto the jumper. "Why is she wearing your jumper?" she demands, the tension snapping taut.