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H O G S M E A D E

Captain Obvious.


"But, Moony, he's not even human!"

I felt a sharp jab at my sides and winced just as Remus cleared his throat.

"That's a slanderous and mildly inappropriate comment, James."

Sirius stuck his tongue out at Remus.

"It's not like she really likes him anyway," I said confidently. "I mean, we talk talk, y’know."

To my surprise Peter scoffed and pointed to the table behind us. "Well, she's laughing with him right now. That has to mean something."

Eyes wide, I turned around, a frown settling on my lips.

“Just a pity date,” I said quietly. “It has to be.”