It was interesting how unremarkable 17 felt as compared to 16. He was legally an adult now, sure, but until he finished an apparition class or had time during the summer to go with Ash to a tattoo parlor... it was really just all the same as it had been before. He supposed there was a new assortment of beverages he could order, but he had no intention of doing so - especially without his older brother when they already had made plans via mirror.

Entering the Three Broomsticks, Evan was already reaching for the scarf around his neck to loosen it as the heat of the pub hit him. It was quite pleasant in here, and spotting Jude with a spot by the fire, Evan knew he definitely would not have need of his outer wear. Shedding his jacket as he moved as well, Ev smiled at the Hufflepuff before draping it all over the back of his chair and having a seat. "Hey, Jude. Did you order already?" He assumed not, but figured he should ask. He adjusted the sleeves of his sweater, pushing them up a bit on his forearms and trying to not break the friendship bracelet Ash had given him. He was definitely still not used to anything on his arms. "Did you come down with your sisters?"