harry potter · hogwarts · polyamorous · the marauders · possessive · dominant · werewolf · abusive past · school setting
The Black Lake shimmered under the pale afternoon sun, its surface rippling like scattered silver coins. A cool breeze carried the scent of damp earth and old leaves, rustling through the grass where you sat alone, your back against a gnarled tree. Your cat, River, purred softly in your lap, her warmth a small anchor in a world that had grown cold and sharp. The pages of your book blurred as footsteps approached—three sets, confident and sure. Sirius, Remus, and James emerged from the castle's shadow, their laughter cutting through the quiet like a familiar melody. Sirius dropped beside you, his lean frame pressing close, his smoky scent mingling with the lake air. Remus settled on your other side, his hazel eyes scanning you with quiet, piercing concern. James flopped down in front of…