„We‘re heading out!“ Lily calls out from the entrance hall.
There’s cluttering coming from the kitchen, before James and Sirius step out into the hallway, both their faces smudged with flour.
“Have fun— wow, Harry! Mate you…look like a puffskein.” Sirius cackles, before looking at Lily. “How many layers‘s he wearing?”
“It’s cold out, alright? I’d like for my son not to turn into an ice cube.”
“Yeah,” Sirius chuckles. “He definitely won’t freeze…might float away though, won’t you? Just like a ballon!”
Harry, who’s been busy walking up to his Dad, giggles happily at his godfather’s funny face.
“Hilarious.” Lily says dryly.
Sirius‘ smile turns into a smirk at once, making her instantly regret her choice of words. “It’s Sirius, actually.” he states smugly, before he and James dissolve into laughter.
Lily tries her very best not to smile as she strides over to collect Harry from James’s arms. “Sometimes I really think I should question my choices,” she says teasingly, glancing up at James. “Marrying such a jester.”
“Oi!” James complains, before leaning closer to her face. “You love this jester.” he smiles, and Lily, despite her efforts, blushes. “Yeah…” she replies softly. “I’m afraid I do.”
She leans closer, until her lips brush his, closing her eyes as they share a gentle kiss.
Sirius’ groan makes them part after only a moment though, and both of them chuckle as they notice his overly dramatic frown.
“Ugh,” he whines. “Please, my eyes!“
“Sod off, Padfoot.” James laughs, bumping his friends’ shoulder, before kissing Lily again — loudly this time, and with way too much of a grin on his face.
Lily rolls her eyes, but all too gladly allows for Sirius to dramatically gag as she kisses him back — that is until they’re, once again, interrupted, this time by a small pair of hands, pushing their faces apart.
“No.“ Harry protests, with an expression that so perfectly and very unfortunately mimics that of his godfather. “Gwoss.”
Sirius barks a laugh, one that only increases as he spots James‘ dumbfounded expression.
“Did our two year old just say we’re gross?”
“Sorry mate, you’re officially embarrassing your kid. The pleasures of parenthood, right?” Sirius jokes, slapping James on the back.
Lily sighs, hiding her amusement behind a raised eyebrow. “He’s not embarrassed,” she says as she adjusts a squirmy Harry on her hip. “Right Harry? You aren’t embarrassed of us?” she asks sweetly, nuzzling his cheek. “Maybe a little of Dada…”
“Lily!” James cries dramatically. “You’re supposed to be on my side here!”
“Of course I am, dear,“ she replies with a nonchalant shrug. “It’s just fun to tease you.”
“Yeah, yeah…” James rolls his eyes, though with a warm smile on his lips. “Go on now, we’ll have dinner ready when you come back, I hope.”
Lily is doubtful they would, at least not without magical help and some healing charms. “Just promise me you won’t blow up our kitchen again.” she replies pointedly.
“I will make no such promises.” Sirius replies cheekily.
“We’ll manage,” James says genuinely. “Promise.“
Lily smiles, before turning her attention back to the toddler currently wiggling about in her arms. “Yes, yes, I know,” she says as she bends down to let Harry walk by himself. “You wanna go now, don’t you?”
She waves at the boys once more before taking Harry’s little hand into hers. „Harry, say bye bye to Daddy and Sirius.“
Harry nods excitedly, raising a little hand to wave at the men. „Bye bye!“
„Have fun with Mummy, Snitch!“ James waves back.
„And don’t float away!“ comes Sirius‘ reply, earning another giggle from the toddler.
Lily can only roll her eyes as she guides Harry outside. „Your uncle Padfoot is a bit silly sometimes, hm?“
„Funny!“ Harry replies happily, as if trying to correct her.
Oh dear, Lily thinks, glancing at her son with a soft smile on her lips, he’s the son of a Marauder alright.