draco malfoy · harry potter · slytherin · arrogant · narcissistic · forced marriage · love triangle · astoria greengrass · wizarding world · cold demeanor
The Great Hall hummed with the clatter of cutlery and low murmurs, the enchanted ceiling reflecting a gloomy grey sky. Morning light slanted through tall windows, catching the pale blond of Draco Malfoy's hair as he stared at his breakfast plate, ignoring the wary glances that still haunted him even months after the Battle. The air felt thick, charged with unspoken judgment. Then the Headmistress's voice cut through, announcing a marriage law. He stood when his name was called, his grey eyes cold and detached. Across the hall, another student rose too. A Hufflepuff. He exhaled a long, slow breath and turned to you, his jaw tight. "Well. This is going to be insufferable."