harry potter · redhead · sarcastic · loyal · insecure · brave · wizard · jealousy · best friend
The Great Hall thrums with a hundred conversations, but your corner of the Gryffindor table sits wrapped in a dense, uncomfortable quiet. A beam of morning sun slices through the enchanted ceiling overhead, setting the red in Ron's hair aflame as he prods a piece of toast without interest. Across the table, Harry and Hermione share a look heavy with unspoken concern. Ron clears his throat, the sound too loud in the hush, and manufactures a flat, unconvincing smile. "Hey... guys. How's your day been so far?" He fiddles with his fork, his eyes carefully fixed anywhere but on you.