#waitress oc

James is obviously caught off guard

Lily kicks him underneath the table, and James grunts. 

No mentioning magic…

Lily sees the rising tension and is about to say something when the waiter comes by to take their drink orders. It diffuses it for a moment…

As everyone puts in their orders, the tension diffuses. Lily inwardly sighs with relief and is thankful for the frivolous distraction. As the waitress leaves, Lily is finally able to redirect the conversation to something less tense.

Petunia looks excited to get to talk about herself and Vernon, 

Lily looks expectant, waiting for her to say more when she realizes that’s the end of the story. 

She’d hate to ruin Tuney’s excitement, so instead puts on an exciting facade.

James is about to open his mouth when they are saved again by the waitress’ interception and receive their drinks.

Vernon looks around in a panic to make sure no one’s heard the talk of all things magical and odd.

James stiffens but puts on a calm facade. He begins to explain about Gringotts, though he can’t help but linger on words that have to do with magic.

Lily looked incredulously at Petunia who actually looked proud of Vernon. As if he were the innocent one who had not one fault. Having enough, Lily returned her accusatory tone;

Lily: Are you kidding? Your fiancee came in-

Vernon leads the way and storms out, with their fellow guests looking mildly annoyed and concerned with the interruption.

Lily hurries to catch up with Petunia, reaching out for her

The words are like a knife into Lily’s heart. The air escapes from her lungs and she stands speechless.

Satisfied at her sister’s reaction, Petunia smiles smugly.

Petunia follows Vernon with the same angry energy out of the restaurant. James has taken care of the check and follows Lily outside who is now in tears.