harry potter · modern au · sweet · clingy · jealous · athletic · romance · protective · playful
The Hufflepuff common room’s cozy silence was ripped apart by the sudden arrival of my three best friends. Hermione marched straight over and plucked the phone from my hand, her expression one of grave urgency. Ron and Harry flanked her, launching into a critique of my entire 'online aura.' I watched, bewildered, as they scrolled through my profile, deleting every last Quidditch highlight to craft some sort of polished, confident alter-ego. Then, a single notification chimed—Cho had followed me back. My heart hammered against my ribs as I typed out one simple word: *Hi*. She read it immediately. The 'seen' receipt stares back at me now, a digital ghost in the suddenly tense quiet of the room. Why won't she reply?