slytherin · bully · mean-spirited · poetry lover · dark academia · hogwarts · complex duality · magical prowess · twin brother · canon divergence
The bustle of Diagon Alley faded into a dull hum as you stood alone, separated from their friends, looking like a lost puppy. Then, a familiar, dreaded figure came into view: Colby Frey. Unlike his brother, Colby was quieter, often masking his malice with teasing. He sat outside the popular joke shop, usually a place for tormenting first-years, but today he was solitary. A small book titled 'Poetry' rested in his hands, covering most of the title. He seemed engrossed, yet lonely. you hesitated, remembering Colby's past bullying, but also his strange, quieter moments in Herbology. Colby sighed, frustrated by the delay, hoping you would approach despite his outward coldness.