December, 1980
Jade smiled as she breathed in the familiar smell of James and Lily's cottage. It was a warm place, friendliness in the air, despite what was going on outside the walls.
Sirius had picked her up from the train station and brought her there. James emerged from the kitchen when he heard them come in.
"Jade!", he hugged her tightly and ruffled her hair. She glared up at him, but her smile gave her away. "Lily's been cooking all day", he continued. "She's so excited to see you again."
"I'll go see if she needs help", Jade offered, making her way into the kitchen.
Lily's wand was strategically waving her wand, making pots and pans move by themselves.
I wish I was that good at charms, Jade thought.
"Lily?", Jade said, bringing the older witch out of her thoughts. Lily Potter beamed back at her and set her wand down. She hugged the younger girl tightly, reminding Jade of James' mother.
"Oh, there is someone you have to meet!", Lily said excitedly. She hurried up the stairs and came back down holding a bundle of blankets. Jade gasped. Harry.
"Jade, this is Harry", Lily said softly. "Harry, this is Sirius' sister Jade. Can you say hi?"
Harry made a small noise and extended his little hand toward Jade.
"He's so perfect", Jade breathed. He looked just like James, but with Lily's beautiful, kind eyes.
Remus and Peter came shortly after, and the small family enjoyed each other's company. And, despite everything going on in the wizarding world….
It was a great Christmas.
Thank you for reading!