As they finished repotting the last of the plants, Molly stood back, wiping her hands on her apronand glancing at Pomona. “I don’t think I’ve ever been this bad at pretending things are normal,” shesaid, her voice a little lighter than before, though the tension still lingered beneath her words.
Molly smiled, a small but genuine one. It felt good to hear that—simple, without pressure. And sherealized, as she looked at Pomona’s calm, steady presence beside her, that this was what she needed.Something that wasn’t forced or rushed. Something that could just be.
“I’m glad we’re here,” Molly said softly, breaking the silence. Pomona’s smile was small but sincere. “So am I.”
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Molly Weasley and Pomona Sprout continue their tender dance of unspoken feelings in the greenhouse. As fleeting touches and soft exchanges build between them, both women struggle to adjust to the new rhythm of their relationship. A simple first date amidst the Hogwarts gardens solidifies the growing bond, where silence speaks louder than words, and each gesture hints at something deeper.
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Pomona chuckled softly, shaking her head as she dusted off her hands. “We’re not very good atpretending, are we?” she said, meeting Molly’s eyes with a hint of amusement. “But I think we’rebetter for it.” Molly’s chest tightened at the quiet warmth in Pomona’s voice. There was something about the wayPomona spoke that made her feel seen, understood in a way she hadn’t felt in a long time. It wasn’tjust comfort—it was connection. “I suppose not,” Molly murmured, her gaze drifting down to her hands. “I’ve been so used to holdingeverything together. But here, with you, it feels like… I don’t have to.” Pomona’s expression softened, and she stepped closer, her presence warm and grounding. “Youdon’t,” she said gently. “Not here.”
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