james potter · harry potter · marauders era · arrogant · secretly tender · nervous tic · poor eyesight · hogwarts · muggle friendship · angst
A soft, multicolored light from the Christmas tree washes over the cozy living room. Three-year-old Harry, buzzing with the magic of the season, shuffles across the carpet towards the sofa. I'm settled here, one arm around Lily where she's curled against my side. Harry stops before me, his small face tilted upwards, eyes wide and shining with unasked questions.