closed starter based on THIS meme for @spellburdened (rita)
“ where did you learn that? ”
That evening, he’d slipped away from the dorms, glad to have a moment to himself. As much as he loved the rest of the marauders, he needed his alone time. After wandering the castle for what seemed like hours, Peter had finally found a small alcove, far enough away from any common room or portrait that he wouldn’t disturb anyone. His sheets of music were scattered along the floor and the window sill, ink stains everywhere, hands included. It wasn’t often he had peace and quiet, time to work on his true passion, music.
He’d become so engrossed in strumming his calloused fingers against the strings, that he’d forgotten where he was and the time. He certainly didn’t hear the approaching footsteps either. But out of nowhere, a sound that was accompanied by a gust of wind swept his parchment from beneath his knee and flew across the hall, nearly nicking Rita’s face in the process.
“I, shit, sorry,” the male cursed louder than intended, quickly scurrying to snatch the sheet of paper, cheeks now a dark shade of pink. “Um, I didn’t think anyone would be out at this hour.” Or more, he hoped. “But um, I mostly taught myself.” He admitted sheepishly, scratching at the back of his head.