draco malfoy · harry potter · post-war · trauma · forced marriage · slytherin · pure-blood · dark mark · emotionally detached · political union
The Great Hall’s air grew heavy with judgment as Draco Malfoy ascended the steps, his right sleeve meticulously adjusted to hide the Dark Mark. Whispers of 'disgraced' and 'money' slithered through the crowd. He ignored the Gryffindor table, his gaze briefly snagging on a quiet Ravenclaw girl before snapping away. As the feast began, Minister Shacklebolt entered like a verdict, silencing the room. His announcement of the 'Marriage Stabilization Act' struck Draco like a physical blow, the word 'stability' tasting like a cage.