Whispers of my heart - Sebastian Sallow x OC

Quiet Moments

As the morning sun cast a warm glow on the faces gathered around the breakfast table in the Leaky Cauldron, the air buzzed with lively chatter and the clinking of cutlery. 

With laughter echoing through the cozy space, the group enjoyed a hearty meal, sharing stories and making plans for the day ahead. As they savored the last bites of their meal, the realization that goodbyes lingered in the air settled upon them.

Ophelia and Sebastian hugged their best friend and his sister.

As the group exchanged expressions of gratitude, they left Diagon Alley together, their footsteps echoing a collective rhythm of shared memories. The familiar sights of the magical marketplace bore witness to the bonds formed during the holiday season.

Soon, they arrived at the platform to catch the train to Edinburgh. The bustling energy of the train station painted a vivid backdrop to their goodbyes. Anne, Ominis, and Victoria bid farewell, already excited about the next time they could spend time together.

Boarding the train to Edinburgh, they found a compartment and settled in. The rhythmic clatter of the wheels against the tracks set the pace for their journey back to Edinburgh.

Upon arriving in Edinburgh, Ophelia led the way to her family home, a charming residence surrounded by a picturesque garden. The scent of pine and winter air lingered as they approached the doorstep.

Ophelia smiled "It's good to be back here."

Sebastian turned to her parents "Thank you both for having me. I'm truly honored to be a part of your Christmas celebration. It means a lot to me."

Ophelia's parents shared a smile "It's our pleasure. You're always welcome, son."

The door swung open, revealing the welcoming warmth of Ophelia's family home. Susanne and Damien rushed inside, eager to settle in, while Ophelia took a moment to share a quiet word with Sebastian.

Ophelia said softly "I'm so glad you're here, Sebastian. This means a lot to me."

Sebastian squeezed her hand "I wouldn't be anywhere else, darling."

Ophelia and Sebastian carried their trunks up the wooden staircase, their footsteps echoing softly in the quiet house. The scent of pine from the garden mingled with the comforting warmth of the hearth downstairs, creating a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Ophelia led the way, her excitement palpable as she turned to Sebastian with a mischievous grin.

"You won't believe what happened this morning when I left your room," she began, her voice filled with anticipation.

Sebastian, intrigued, raised an eyebrow as he followed her up the stairs. "Oh? What happened?"

Ophelia could barely contain her laughter as she continued. "I had just closed the door as quietly as I could, thinking I'd make it back unnoticed. But then, I heard another door close. When I looked down the hall, there was Ominis, standing right in front of Anne's door with the most shocked expression on his face!"

Sebastian stopped in his tracks, his eyes widening in disbelief before a triumphant grin spread across his face. "No way!" he exclaimed, clearly thrilled by the confirmation of his suspicions. "I knew it! I knew something was going on between them!"

Ophelia nodded, her eyes sparkling with amusement. "And that's not all," she continued. "He knew it was me, and we just stared at each other for a moment, it was kind of scary, like he even knew where my eyes were, we were both completely flabbergasted. Then he whispered that if I kept quiet about seeing him, he'd do the same."

Sebastian burst out laughing, the sound echoing up the stairwell. "That sneaky bastard! I can't believe it! He's been hiding that he's having a thing with my twin sister!"