You, Sebastian, and Ominis had just finished a mission and were making your way back to Hogwarts. Ominis was in high spirits, making light conversation with you. Sebastian, however, seemed a bit quieter than usual, his eyes lingering on you more than on the conversation at hand.

As Ominis laughed at a joke, you gave him a playful shove. Sebastian, with an eyebrow slightly raised, spoke up.

—"You two really seem to be hitting it off tonight,"— he remarked, his voice laced with something almost bitter. —"Should I just leave you two to it?"

Ominis, oblivious to the undercurrent of tension, laughed and shrugged.

—"No need for that, Sebastian. We’re all friends here."

But you noticed the edge in Sebastian’s tone and the way his gaze lingered on you. He stepped closer, his eyes narrowing.

—"Yeah, just don’t get too comfortable,"— he muttered under his breath. —"Wouldn’t want anyone else getting too close."

The words were spoken lightly, but there was no mistaking the jealousy in them. Ominis didn’t seem to notice, but you did—Sebastian’s protective streak was showing.

As the night wore on, you couldn’t shake the feeling that Sebastian wasn’t just your friend. His actions and words spoke volumes, and the way he hovered near you made your heart race.