It was noisy in the room; the mood generally festive. The other professors were laughing together and sipping on Minerva's signature Eggnog. It was nice to see the mix of people, all getting along. In general, the Hogwarts staff was mostly younger, with most of the professors from their days having retired. But even the retired professors all came back for the annual staff Christmas party.
Blaise Zabini, who was currently teaching Astronomy, was flirting outrageously with Luna Lovegood, Professor of Divination. Luna ignored him, chatting about Nargles or something of the sort. The glint of gold on her finger told a different story. They were due to be married in June.
Neville was currently chatting with Draco Malfoy about the introduction of certain plants to enhance potions. It always amused her to watch how well they got on. Anyone who knew them both in school would have never thought they could be such close friends.
She was in the corner, a small smile on her face. It gave her joy to see people, all from different backgrounds, laughing and having fun. It almost made the horrors of the war worth it. Her smile faded slightly as her eyes landed on the only other person in the room that wasn't laughing and partaking in conversation.
He was sulking.
She huffed a bit. It was his own fault he was in a mood. As if he felt her eyes on him, his lifted and met hers. She thought she detected a hint of longing before his dropped his eyes back down, and she was distracted by Minerva.
Written for the Harry Potter Christmas Collection.
Prompt: (37) Eggnog
Thanks to Raybe for betaing.
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