A Cozy Date

Several days had passed since the battle at Bones Manor, and July had finally come to an end.

It was now August 1st.

At this time every year, Hogwarts students received the book list for the new term in letters delivered by owls.

Skylar naturally received that familiar sheet of parchment as well. But as he flicked through the book list with his fingertips, his expression was calm and distant—it was no longer a place he had to return to. To him, Hogwarts had become a completed chapter of his life, rather than the focus of his future.

It was foreseeable that over the coming week, Diagon Alley would once again be flooded with students coming to buy the books and supplies they needed for the new school year.

Although Skylar had no intention of returning to school, he had already arranged to meet Daphne, Astoria, Cho Chang, Luna, and Morrie in Diagon Alley that day.

He intended to accompany them personally while they bought their school supplies, ensuring their safety.

It was not that he distrusted the Diagon Alley Commercial Alliance's self-defense force. Rather, he had not seen his girlfriends much since the summer holiday began, and the longing in his heart had only grown deeper. This was the perfect opportunity to have a warm, intimate date with them.

At the intersection outside Gringotts, the sunlight was just right, dappling the white steps with patches of light and shadow.

Skylar spotted the five of them from afar.

Daphne wore a dark green long dress, elegant as though she had stepped out of a classical painting. Astoria had chosen a light pink gauze dress, lively and sweet. Cho Chang wore a simple white blouse with a dark blue skirt, her Eastern grace especially bright beneath the sun. Morrie was dressed