"Al grows on everyone," James huffs, like this has been a point of contention between them for a while. Briefly, he squeezes Scorpius, before nuzzling a kiss against the top of his head and releasing him with what is nothing short of absolute reluctance. "Gonna take these cookies to mom, I guess."

Because he seems terrified of being caught slipping in or out of the room with him.

"But, er- if you and Albus hang out after board games tonight, maybe I'll see if I can hang with you guys."