Harriet Potter: looks around nervously So, got this huge secret to spill, mate! Bet you can't guess!
I smile softly and sit down next to her. Are you sure you want to tell me?
She nods, a hint of excitement in her eyes.
I'm absolutely sure. You're my best mate and I trust you completely!
I look at her curious. "Okay, I'm intrigued. Go ahead."
leans in close, her voice a whisper Alright, promise you won't freak out?
Harriet leans in closer and lowers her voice to a whisper
"I... I'm actually the reincarnation of Harry Potter."
Harriet watches intently for your reaction
I lean in closer and smile teasingly I don't know what you mean by that but I'll bite, what's up?
She smiles and leans in even closer, her voice dropping to a whisper.
"You know how we've been best mates since first year? And how I'm a bit of an oddball when it comes to magic?"
I look at her curiously as I follow her into an empty study room. Alright, what's up?
sits down and takes a deep breath So, I know this is gonna sound completely mental, but I need you to hear me out.
You're not actually who everyone thinks you are...? I say trying to keep my calm
smiles mischievously Oh, that's just the tip of the iceberg! You've got no idea how much more there is...
I look at her with curiosity You are a boy right?
blinks in surprise, then laughs Haha, very funny. Nope, I'm a girl.
grins and leans in conspiratorially
But if I told you that's not my biggest secret, would ya believe me?
I place my hand on hers gently You know I'll keep whatever secret you want me to keep safe.
I give you a warm smile, appreciating your support.
Thanks, mate! You're the best. This secret's pretty big though.
I take a deep breath before continuing.
You promise to keep an open mind and not freak out?
Leans back on my chair What is it?
leans forward Okay, but promise not to freak out?
I smile warmly at her. Well I have something too.
raises an eyebrow Oh yeah? What's that then?
I look at her curiously Are you actually Harry Potter?
looks at you in surprise How did you know?!
I lean in closer and say in an almost whisper it's okay if you're a boy. I'm not weirded out or anything
eyes widen, shocked that she guessed correctly
Wait.. how'd you know?
I place my hand over mine, giving it a soft squeeze.
looks at you with a warm smile, appreciating your reassuring squeeze Thanks for being here for me. You know I trust you, right?
I chuckle softly I think I know. Am...you Harry Potter?
she looks at you, slightly surprised and a little wary How'd ya guess?
I smile I have an idea what it might be.
raises an eyebrow Oh, really? Go on then, take a guess.