#galehan

Siobhan sighed as Galen’s strong hands slid over the piano keys without hesitation. His fingers had committed the tune to memory long ago. It was her favorite song, one he had written for her fifteenth birthday.

While Siobhan would never forget the first time he played her song, it was always the last time Galen had played it at Hogwarts that stood out in her memory. Then, just as he had on the night at the end of their seventh year, Galen stopped playing and stood from the bench as the piano continued to play his song. “Might I have a dance?”

“You know I cannot resist,” she smiled and held him close as they danced to her song. Taken away by the memory, Siobhan thought back to the night in the music room. After loving Galen from the day she met him, dancing together before life would separate them gave her the courage to believe their time apart was only temporary. As the song ended, she looked up at the man in her arms and was struck by a new memory she had never quite taken a moment to process. Her eyes lit up as she gasped, “Stagg! Does it have words? It has lyrics! At the inn! You, you were singing.”

Galen blushed a deep scarlet. However, Siobhan couldn’t quite discern if it was due to the mention of their reunion the year before or if it was that his long-held secret had been discovered. He pressed his forehead to his wife’s and grinned, “you mean to tell me that’s what you remember from the inn?” his question cooed into her ear.

“Quite the contrary, Deer One. I’m saying it is the one memory from our time in the states that I had not played over in my mind for the past year. Once I saw your smile, I lost my senses. Oh, but the rest of the weekend…” she finished with a hum against his cheek. “But please, my darling, what are the words?” Her face beamed in the candlelight before the slightest pout crossed her lips as she pleaded.

Rolling his eyes, Galen planted a kiss on her pouted expression and took a seat at the piano, not letting go of her hand as he made room for her at his hip. The familiar tune sounded like she was hearing the ode for the first time as the lyrics fell softly from his lips. He had never fancied himself much of a singer, but the rasp and cracking in his voice made her heart flutter with each note.

“Oh, Stagg. You wrote the words when you were away? It’s so beautiful—the dreaming and longing. You’ve turned it into a love song,” she whispered, fighting back the tears welling in her eyes.

Tedelia - Adelia Selwyn @thatravenpuffwitch and @cursebreakerfarrier

Slytherin and Gryffindor in love and getting along like peas and carrots? It’s hard to believe for the common student but if the passion is there it is going to happen. Dear Addy is far from the stereotype of her house and she is so wonderful and compassionate! Teddy and his dormmates are a group of chaotic Gryffindors but they love their gals all the same. Together he and Addy have built a beautiful family with three great kiddos. Danny is a frequent visitor to the Selwyn-Ellison household and he loves Teddy, Addy and their kids so much!! He considers the kids part of his found family just as much as their parents, they’re like nephews and nieces to him and he tries to find them great gifts for their birthdays and Christmas celebrations. Danny has always been close with Teddy and Adelia - he and Teddy are colleagues as aurors and he stops by to see Adelia frequently while working in France. The role that Tedelia has in Danny’s life is why it is number one on this list!

Roxariel - Gabriel Sapieha @slytherindisaster and Roxie Haley @beloved-bucky

This wholesome ship reaches number two spot by a close margin to Tedelia. I cannot decide which should be number two because its more like that it and Tedelia hold equal places in my book. Still this ship is one of my favorites because the gal in here is Danny’s sister figure and best friend Roxie! Gabriel is also a dear friend to him! He is protective of Danny and cares a lot for his well-being, where to he would put himself in harm’s way to keep him safe. The dynamic for Roxariel is unique - I just love how Gabriel and Roxie are still able to love each other so much even though she is a vampire. In a time where racism and supremacy still dominate the wizarding world, this couple can be an example of how minorities can still achieve successful and fulfilling lives just like regular people. Danny is also very grateful to have Gabriel and Roxie in his life and they’re very dear to him - his life would never be complete in their absence.

Galehan - Siobhan Llewelyn @kc-and-co and Galen Stagg @cursebreakerfarrier

Two sweethearts that have it all. Their story is about living life to the fullest. Bonding over a love of magizoology and outdoorsy-ness, Bon-bon and Galen live a very unique and epic lifestyle with many connections around the world. They look over many creature reserves in several countries - one of which is located in the U.S. state of Arizona. Danny vibes with the couple over their appreciation and reverence of the outdoors, reminding him of the better angels of his old home far away. He loves Bon-bon so much and they’ve been best buddies since their Hogwarts days. Galen is such a sweet and soft boy with great compassion and acceptance for minority groups which Danny really appreciates! When working in America he often stays at one of the reserves under the care of Shiv and Galen and is always happy to see them and hear about their latest adventures!

Reubeila - Leila Hellebore @whatwouldvalerydo and Reuben Willows @that-scouse-wizard