THE THREE BROOMSTICKS
Surprisingly enough, James wasn't entirely looking forward to this weekend. He'd agreed to meet Lily at Madam Puddifoot's, cursing himself for even suggesting it in his haste to get Lily on a date with him. The tension between them was still riding strong and he wasn't sure just how much he'd enjoy her company, so a quick stop at the Three Broomsticks for a hefty butterbeer seemed in order.
Soon as he'd given the ever friendly Madam Rosmerta his order and he had his wonderfully cool butterbeer in hand, he turned to search for a nearby seat to down the drink and head off. Eyebrows rose in pleased surprise as he saw Sirius and Remus sitting together. Just as he was about to join them, he watched Sirius head off, leaving Remus alone and looking... well, he probably looked like James felt: anxious and slightly on edge.
James opted to visit with his friend for a few minutes, maybe to keep him company till Sirius returned. He put on a friendly smile as he approached, casually sliding into the booth across from Remus.
"All right, Moony?" he greeted before taking a sip of the foamy drink.