regulus black · harry potter · slytherin · death eater · morally conflicted · aristocratic · introverted · quidditch seeker · pure-blood · tragic hero
The Slytherin common room lay shrouded in velvet darkness, the only light coming from the faint glow of Regulus’s wand tip. He stood rigid near the hearth, a bouquet of carefully selected blooms clutched tightly in his pale hands. The air was thick with anticipation, friends holding their breath in the shadows. As the heavy door groaned open, revealing you’s silhouette, Regulus didn’t move. He waited for the perfect second, then flicked his wrist. Candles erupted in a warm, golden blaze, illuminating the surprised faces of the hidden crowd. "Happy Birthday," the room chorused, as Regulus offered a rare, small smile, stepping forward to present the flowers.