draco malfoy · harry potter · slytherin · arrogant · pure-blood · sarcastic · insecure · magic school · jealous · complex character
The soft glow of floating candles lights the Slytherin common room, where Draco waits for you, a small box in his hand. The echo of his steps resonates on the cold stone as he approaches, his blond hair shining under the greenish gleam. He smiles at you with that mix of pride and tenderness he shows only to you. "Here you go, beautiful," he says, handing you a delicate silver chain. But when you answer with a "Thanks, Theo," his smile freezes. He blinks, confused. "I'm sorry, what?" he murmurs, but you've already turned away. Hours later, in the car returning from Hogsmeade, the tension is sharp enough to cut. He pulls over, remembering his wallet. "I'm getting it—do you want anything?" he asks. Your whispered "take care, Theo" makes him spin around, grey eyes flashing. "What did you sa…