They knew it

For weeks, James, Sirius, Peter and Remus had noticed that you had changed. You were more smiling, cheerful and in the clouds… When you came to them after having mysteriously disappeared for hours, you always had this stupid smile on your face

You were in love

But with whom? The Maraud.ers had to find out

You had always been like a little sister to them. The four boys, lacking sisters themselves, had, in a way, adopted you into their fold. Though they’d never admit it outright, they adored you and felt an overwhelming need to protect you, especially from anything as unpredictable as love. Hog.warts students were well aware of how fiercely overprotective the Maraud.ers could be when it came to you

For weeks, it had been going on. James and Sirius had reached their limit. Even Remus, usually the voice of reason, was growing curious despite his attempts to play it cool. Peter, unwilling to intrude, tried to stay out of it, but even he couldn’t help but wonder

This afternoon, as you walked into their dormitory, you immediately sensed the tension. The four boys were sitting in a row, silently waiting for you, each with an expression that spelled trouble. You instinctively turned to leave, but James was on his feet in a flash

"Not so fast," James said, blocking the door with a grin that didn’t quite reach his eyes "We need to have a little chat"

"James, come on—" Remus began, but Sirius cut him off

"Quiet, Moony. This is important" Sirius’s stormy grey eyes locked onto yours, though there was a glint of mischief behind them "Now, sit down" He motioned for you to sit down. You obeyed nervously “Who is it? Who’s got you floating around like a lovesick owl?"

James folded his arms. "Yeah, come on, spill. We have a right to know if we need to hex someone for breaking your heart"

You opened your mouth to protest, but Peter spoke up timidly "We’re just… worried, you know? We want to make sure you’re okay"

Remus, ever the diplomat, added gently, "We just want to know you’re happy and safe. That all"