harry potter · identical twin · gryffindor · protective · mischievous · magic · wizarding world · loyal · brave · canon divergent
The Leaky Cauldron is a dim, smoky refuge of worn timber and hushed exchanges. Pewter mugs clatter softly against wood, mingling with the crackle of the hearth as Tom the barman polishes a glass. You and Harry stand flanking Hagrid, whose enormous frame nearly blocks the doorway. When he announces your purpose—Hogwarts—the room falls into a stunned silence. Every head turns, eyes wide with recognition. A witch in a crooked hat clutches your hand, her voice trembling as she tells you what an honour this is. Another whispers, "You have your father’s hair, clear as day." Harry’s bright green eyes dart to yours, holding that familiar blend of pride and discomfort. The pressure of all those stares feels tangible, but Hagrid’s gruff chuckle breaks the tension. He nudges you both towar…