“So, which shop do you want to go to first?” Cedric asks.
“Ummmm, could we stop by the one with the animals?”
“Of course we can!”

You stroll down the streets of Hogsmede with Cedric, delighting in the fantastic weather and the natural excitement of a relaxing date. It’s the weekend so there are no classes or games: the perfect opportunity to spend some quality time with your man. As always, your right arm is linked with Cedric’s left one, and your spirits are as high as the heavens. The two of you have already gone on several dates throughout the years, but Cedric always manages to make each one better than the last. He comes up with exciting surprises and romantic gestures to profess his love for you. Not that he isn’t already great at putting his feelings into words already. But, he also proves it to you through his actions.

As Cedric accompanies you through the animal shop, you adore the creatures—both big and small. Your favorites of course are the kittens. You could spend hours just petting and cradling them in your arms. You pick up a tiny Carmel-colored kitten with black spots all over its miniature body. Draping the animal across your left shoulder, you look at Cedric, giggling. The kitten purrs softly, causing you to let out an “aww” in delight. Cedric brushes his hand across the kitten’s fur, gently petting it.

“She seems to like you,” he notes.
“Aw, you think so?”
“Well, look at her! She’s practically asleep!”

You laugh as the tiny animal buries itself in your neck and curls up on your shoulder. You and Cedric continue petting it until you agree it’s time to put her down. As you look up from placing the kitten back in her pen, you catch a glimpse of two familiar figures walking in the store.

“Y/n? You okay?” Cedric asks, placing a hand on your shoulder.
“Yeah..I just thought I saw your parents walk in here.”
“Really? Where are they?”
“Ummm,” you look around the store, searching for the figures. Suddenly, you spot them chatting by the ferret pens. You point to where they’re standing, confirming they are indeed Mr. and Mrs. Diggory.
“Do you wanna get out of here?” He asks.
“Actually, would it be okay if I said hi? I don’t see your parents very often.”
Shrugging, he nods. “If you really want to.”

You both start heading toward his parents, you just a tad nervous.

“Mum, Dad!” Cedric announces confidently, “how are you doing today?”
“Oh, hello, Cedric!” His mother exclaims, “how nice to see you!”
“How are your studies going?” Mr. Diggory inquires.
“They’re alright. Y/n, however, is close to passing Hermione Granger as the brightest witch in the school!” He brags.
You blush and immediately counter his statement. “I wouldn’t say that, Ced,” you reply, smiling.
His father embraces you, patting you on the back. “Well done, y/n! Your parents would be proud.”
You smile and thank them, turning red from bashfulness.

You talk with Cedric’s parents for a few minutes, before he finally agrees to move on to another shop.

“I apologize if I made you uncomfortable at all,” Cedric announces as you’re walking through the town. You stop abruptly in your tracks and stare at him.
“What in Merlin are you talking about, Ced?”
“I thought I may have made you uncomfortable with my parents,” he admits shyly.
“Oh, Ced, I wasn’t uncomfortable! I enjoy talking with your mum and dad. They’re very friendly!”
Cedric grins and locks his fingers with yours. “I’m glad you think so. I’d say they’re pretty cool as well.”
“Well, you are their son after all! Of course you do!”
Cedric laughs and gently squeezes your hand. “I don’t know about that,” he adds.