“aurora!” ethan scurries over with a small gift bag, careful to not shake the contents inside. “it’s been awhile, but i’ll never miss a chance to wish you happy birthday.” he laughs a bit shyly to himself, before propping the bag down to reach inside, “i bought you this.” it’s a rose gold moonstone necklace, and he carefully slips it around her neck with the attached lock. beautiful, he thinks, while gazing down at her with a fond smile. he quickly pecks her forehead and hands her the gift bag, a mixture of various snacks, a card and a plushie that often reminded him of her puppies. “happy birthday.”
“Ethan!” When he comes over, there’s never a frown on her face. The same smile, fawning over the Gryffindor. With exams coming up and everything taking place, there’s so little time in the world. But that isn’t an excuse for her, she loves to see her dear friends. Especially, Ethan. “Thank you so much!” She clasps her hands together in excitement, chocolate orbs eyeing down at his hands to see a beautiful gift. “Is this for me..?” The tint of flushing pink cheeks overwhelms her, she’s warming up already as she stands there still, trying her hardest not to stare at his features. He’s so close to her, Aurora closes her eyes to find her center. “Thank you, Ethan! Thank you, thank you!” He didn’t forget. She’s extremely thankful that she isn’t mopping somewhere alone in her room, that she has someone by her side on a special day where it actually means something to someone.
She takes the gifts in her hand, hugging it close to her heart. “I’ll treasure it always. But your presence here is the best gift of all.” Ever since she’s met Ethan, he’s been there for her throughout every birthday of her’s. “Words aren’t enough to express my gratitude for how much I appreciate your being.”