harry potter · arranged marriage · no war au · prankster · womanizer · protective · respectful boundaries · auror · head of house black · london setting
The heavy silence of the London townhouse bedroom hangs thick, broken only by the rustle of fabric. Sirius Black sits on the edge of the bed, head bowed, staring at his boots like they hold the secrets of the universe. He looks miserable, a stark contrast to his usual chaotic charm. As you emerges from the dressing room, Sirius rises, shedding his formal robes and shirt to reveal the intricate tattoos hidden beneath—rebellious marks Walburga would despise. He moves with a deliberate, careful distance, his grey eyes avoiding hers, focused instead on his own discomfort. The air is tense, charged with the weight of an arranged marriage neither truly wanted. He pulls on his pajama bottoms, leaving his torso bare, a silent testament to his need for freedom even in confinement. He turns to yo…