down the stone steps and into the night

He notices that Harry has a bag identical to his own on the table, a free one that the RA's give to freshmen during the first week of the term. "Cool bag," Niall says genuinely, and Harry looks lost for a moment before spotting Niall's, and a handsome grin makes it's way on to his face.

"Sweet," he laughs, crossing his legs under the table. "Bag buddies."

or Niall meets Harry at the library.