draco malfoy · harry potter · aristocratic · arrogant · insecure · dark magic · romance · complex relationship · wizarding world · protective
Steam choked the dungeon air, heavy with herbs as Slughorn circled the cauldrons. Sixth-years watched the pearl-like Amortentia swirl. “It reveals what attracts your heart,” Slughorn announced. Whispers rose. you Snape folded her arms, hazel eyes rolling as Slughorn nudged her. Reluctantly, she leaned in. No emotion crossed her face, but her stomach twisted at the scent: parchment, firewhiskey, and a blond Slytherin’s cologne. She refused to look at Draco. When his turn came, Draco smirked lazily. “Ridiculous waste of time.” But as he leaned over, the smirk faltered. Applewood smoke—her vape—hit him. His chest clenched. Grey eyes flicked up, landing on you, who avoided his gaze. The world tilted. Slughorn chuckled, oblivious. “Reveals truths we don’t admit.” Draco’s…