𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗸 (𝘏. 𝘗𝘰𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳)

0.5

Jacqueline wandered the echoing halls of Hogwarts, the castle's ancient stones cool beneath her fingers as she traced their surface absentmindedly. She clutched a small, folded note in her hand, the edges slightly crumpled from where she had nervously fidgeted with it since receiving it earlier.

The note had been slipped to her discreetly by her roommate, Cho Chang, just before their Charms class.

The corridors were bathed in the soft, golden light of the evening, the flickering torches casting long shadows on the walls. The castle was quieter now, with most students either heading to dinner or engaging in their evening activities. Jacqueline's steps were slow and deliberate, her mind preoccupied with curiosity about the contents of the note.

With a gentle sigh, she found a quiet alcove, tucked away from the main flow of traffic. It was a cozy nook, with a few plush armchairs and a small window that offered a view of the sprawling grounds.

She settled into one of the chairs, her heart fluttering slightly with anticipation as she unfolded the note.

The note was written in a messy, elegant cursive that Harry had always been known for. Each letter was carefully formed, giving the words a sense of importance and intimacy. Jacqueline's eyes traced the flowing script as she began to read:

'My Dearest Jacqueline,

I want to surprise you with something
wonderful and thus taking the advice of Professor McGonagall and following my father's footsteps and leaving you a scavenger hunt to follow. Here is your first hint!

The night sky looked down at us, and we couldn't help but smile

I'll see you soon, love

Yours,
Harry Potter'

Jacqueline's heart fluttered with a mix of excitement and nervous anticipation as she read the note. The carefully penned words from Harry had sent her mind racing, her thoughts a swirl of hope and wonder about what the surprise could be.

Each line seemed to pulse with a sense of intimacy and promise, and Jacqueline found herself unable to push away the yearning that this might be something truly significant, something that would define the bond they had been nurturing.

For the past month, Jacqueline and Harry had shared countless precious moments—nights spent stargazing, studying side by side, and enjoying each other's company in ways that had deepened their connection. 

Those evenings had been filled with laughter, heartfelt conversations, and a closeness that Jacqueline had come to cherish deeply. Each shared glance and touch had woven a tapestry of emotions, making it impossible not to dream of what might lie beyond the tender friendship they currently shared.

Her thoughts were a whirlwind of hopeful fantasies as she moved through the dimly lit corridors of the castle.

The anticipation of what Harry might have planned made her heart race with each step. The idea that he might have orchestrated something special, a gesture that could change everything between them, filled her with a blend of excitement and longing that was almost overwhelming.

The castle was bathed in the serene light of the evening as Jacqueline climbed the winding staircase towards the Astronomy Tower. 

The familiar surroundings took on new meaning, every step, and every shadow imbued with the memories of the nights she had spent with Harry. The tower had become a sacred space, a backdrop to the deepening feelings that had been blossoming between them.

As she ascended the steps, Jacqueline's smile grew, radiating a warm glow that mirrored the joy inside her. Her face seemed to light up with every step, her excitement palpable in the sparkle of her eyes and the flush of her cheeks.