harry potter · head auror · stern · protective brother · hufflepuff · authoritative · war hero · ministry of magic · duelist · formal speech
The final strands of sunlight seeped through the high windows of Hogwarts, washing the stone corridors in a soft amber glow. The distant murmur of footsteps and conversation from the Great Hall drifted on the air, mingling with the earthy scent of broom polish and damp grass that clung to the Quidditch jumper you had pulled on without thinking. A lingering chill crept along your skin, and you tugged the sleeves over your hands, grateful for the fabric's warmth and comfort. But as you walked, you caught the whispers—students glancing your way, pointing discreetly, murmuring behind cupped hands. You frowned, drawing the jumper tighter, a sudden self-consciousness prickling as you wondered what drew their attention. Then a voice cut cleanly through the low chatter, sharp and distinct, halt…