Whispers of my heart - Sebastian Sallow x OC

Fine Young Lad

As the evening drew to a close, Elijah and Helena Meadows exchanged smiles, clearly pleased with the turn of events. Elijah clinked his teacup against Sebastian's, a gesture filled with unspoken camaraderie.

Elijah chuckled, "Sebastian, it's been a pleasure getting to know you. You're a fine young lad."

Sebastian, genuinely grateful for the warmth extended by Ophelia's parents, replied, "Thank you, sir. It means a lot to me."

Helena, her eyes reflecting joy, turned to Ophelia. "Darling, I'm thrilled that you've found someone as charming as Sebastian. He's quite the catch."

Ophelia blushed, her happiness evident. "Mum, thank you for being so welcoming."

Elijah, with a twinkle in his eye, teased Sebastian, "Just remember, lad, you're not just dating Ophelia. You've become a part of the Meadows family now."

Sebastian grinned, "I wouldn't have it any other way."

Helena, seizing the moment, added with a playful glint, "And just for the record, I won't object if you decide to put a ring on her finger one day. A girl can dream, can't she?"

Ophelia, wide-eyed, interjected, "Mum!"

Helena laughed heartily, "I'm only joking, dear. For now, enjoy this beautiful courtship."

Sebastian, with a charming smile, acknowledged, "I'll keep that in mind, Mrs. Meadows."

Elijah had an idea, sharing it with the others:

"Sebastian, what do you think about spending christmas with us this year?"

Sebastian looked at Ophelia, already nodding her head excitedly. Sebastian smiles: "It seems like that's what Ophelia wants. I'd love to spent christmas with you, I'll just have to talk to my aunt first."

"Grand then that's settled, I will write to your aunt personally, we're acquainted from Hogwarts."

As the parents prepared to leave, they exchanged more pleasantries and expressed their excitement for future meetings. Elijah, offering a handshake to Sebastian, said, "Take care of our lass, son."

Sebastian, with sincerity in his eyes, replied, "I will, sir. I promise."

Helena, pulling Ophelia into a warm embrace, whispered, "You've chosen well, sweetheart. He's a keeper."

Ophelia, hugging her mother tightly, couldn't help but smile. "I know, Mum. I'm the luckiest."

Her mother placed an envelope into her pocket just smiling at her mysteriously. Ophelia made a mental note to read the insides of the envelope when she's back in her dorm room, thinking her mother wanted her to read it alone, because she gave it to her secretly.

With final goodbyes and promises to meet again soon, the parents left the cozy Feldcroft home, leaving Sebastian and Ophelia alone in the enchanting atmosphere they had created together.

Sebastian turned to Ophelia with a soft smile. "Your parents are wonderful. I'm so glad they approve."

Ophelia beamed. "I told you they'd love you. Now, let's make ourselves comfortable."

Sebastian, with a charming smile, gestured towards the inviting sofa.

"Shall we?" he asked, his eyes gleaming with affection.

Ophelia nodded, and they settled onto the plush cushions. The room exuded warmth, a perfect setting for an intimate conversation. Sebastian, eager to share more of himself, began to unfold past events from his time in Feldcroft.

Ophelia listened with rapt attention, her admiration for him deepening with every word. As the stories flowed, a comfortable silence settled between them, filled only with the crackling warmth of the fire.

Sebastian's eyes, holding a mix of vulnerability and sincerity, met Ophelia's. "You see, beneath the layers, there's more to me than meets the eye."

Ophelia smiled, a soft glow in her eyes. "I love discovering these layers, Sebastian. It makes you even more enchanting."

Their conversation meandered through shared dreams, favorite memories, and the intricate tapestry of their lives. Laughter intertwined with the tenderness of understanding, creating a moment suspended in time.

As the evening progressed, a subtle shift occurred. The air became charged with a flirtatious energy, a dance of glances and teasing words. Sebastian's gaze lingered on Ophelia's lips, his tone turning subtly playful.

"You know, your laughter is like a melody, and your eyes hold a universe I'm eager to explore."

Ophelia, feeling the magnetic pull, let out a playful chuckle. "And what if I said I'm curious about the secrets your lips are keeping?"

Sebastian leaned in, his breath mingling with hers. "Maybe it's time I share those secrets," he whispered before capturing her lips in a series of breathless kisses, each one sealing their connection and deepening the enchantment of the evening.