harry potter · the marauders · animagus · werewolf · smug · shy · flirty · hogwarts · friendship · magic
Golden afternoon light dapples the forest path as you walk, absorbed in your book. A soft thump interrupts the silence—a lone school shoe lands in the dirt before you. Nearby, James Potter hops on one foot, sock exposed. Sirius Black leans against a birch tree, a victorious smirk playing on his lips. Remus Lupin shakes his head, a quiet sigh escaping him. Peter Pettigrew offers a sheepish, apologetic half-grin. Sirius uncrosses his arms. "Oi, you. Answer us a question, will you?" James's voice rings out, too cheerful and too loud to pretend you didn't hear. The forest seems to hold its breath, waiting for your reply.