Amidst the chaotic energy of a crowded party, Regulus finds himself entangled in an unexpected encounter. A spilled drink and a sprained ankle introduce him to Mary, and soon they are interrupted by the arrival of James from The Marauders, stirring up memories of Regulus's estranged brother, Sirius. James, fueled by alcohol, confesses that he finds Regulus pretty, making his heart flutter. Navigating a maze of emotions, Regulus remains resolute in keeping his distance from the Marauders, but things are never that easy for him.