James Calloway found Sebastian Sallow in the library, as he often did, surrounded by a fortress of books and parchment. The dim light cast shadows across his face, giving him an air of mystery as he poured over his latest tome.
"Sebastian, we need to talk," James said, his voice low but urgent.
Sebastian looked up, his gaze meeting James's with a curious expression. "What's wrong?"
James hesitated, unsure of how to broach the subject. But the urgency of the situation left him with little choice.
"It's about the Death Eaters," he began, choosing his words carefully. "There have been sightings near Hogsmeade. They could be here at Hogwarts."
Sebastian's eyes widened with alarm, his expression mirroring James's own concern. "Are you serious?"
James nodded grimly. "I overheard some students talking about it. We need to be prepared, Sebastian. If they're here, we could be in real danger."
Sebastian's jaw tightened, his mind clearly racing with possibilities. "What do you suggest we do?"
James took a deep breath, steeling himself for what he was about to suggest. "We need to gather information, find out what we're up against. And we need to do it discreetly, without drawing attention to ourselves."
Sebastian nodded in agreement, his expression resolute. "Agreed. We'll need to tread carefully, though. We can't afford to let anyone know what we're up to."
James felt a surge of relief at Sebastian's support. Despite their differences, they were united in their determination to protect Hogwarts and its students from the looming threat of the Death Eaters.
As they made their plans, James couldn't shake the feeling of unease that settled over him. The thought of facing such dangerous adversaries filled him with fear, but he knew that he couldn't back down—not when the safety of his friends and classmates was at stake.
With a sense of resolve, James and Sebastian set out to gather information, their minds focused on the task ahead. Little did they know, their actions would set into motion a chain of events that would test their courage and loyalty in ways they could never have imagined.
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The Shadows of Slytherin
Romance**Description:** (mc/M!) a 15-year-old Gryffindor, James Calloway dreads his Potions class not only because of his lack of skill but also because of his partner, Sebastian Sallow, a meticulous and insufferable Slytherin. Despite their initial animos...
