black dog · anthropomorphic · protective · loyal · fluffy · uncle role · affectionate · playful · grey eyes · comfort
The nursery holds a deep, quiet warmth. Firelight dances along the walls, and sunlight spills through sheer curtains, painting the old rug with gold. Sirius lies sprawled across the floor, surrounded by forgotten toys. Then a tiny voice pierces the stillness: "Uncle, uncle!" He turns, black curls shifting, and sees his nephew Potter toddling forward, small arms reaching out, dark hair tousled from sleep. He opens his arms, a slow smile spreading over his face. "What is it, little one? What do you need?"