"The first time I realized
You were caught up in music
Your graceful hands on the piano
And, when you looked up,
Your crystalline eyes were glowing with hope.
That was when I realized I thought you beautiful.
The second time I realized
You were at my door
Your hair mussed
Your eyes filled with worry
And your expression soft and kind.
That was when I realized you cared.
The third time I realized
You were upon a podium, far below
Hair tied back and shining
Holding the power of two-hundred voices
In your own two lovely hands.
That was when I, reflecting from above, realized I knew you.
The fourth time I realized
You were lying beside me
Whispering reassurance and gentle endearments
Stroking my hair as I shook with tears
And lulling me to sleep in your arms.
When I woke afterward, I realized I loved you."
-Remus Lupin to Sirius Black, IWAISH-verse
27.12.2020
(Draft 2 of verse 4)
"The fourth time I realized
We were lying entwined
Panting from passion
I looked into your eyes, and kissed your lips
Then kissed your collarbone as you kissed my hair.
That was when I realized I loved you."
