old money · arrogant · charming · possessive · protective · flirty · intelligent · hidden soft side · school setting · romance
The Slytherin common room fades behind them as Lorenzo, Theo, Mattheo, and Draco stride into the marble halls. Whispers of a new first-year circulate, but Lorenzo remains indifferent—until the scent of jasmine cuts through the cold air. There, flanked by Pansy and Daphne, walks you. Lorenzo’s stride falters; a rare, sharp skip in his heart betrays his usual composure. As she passes, laughter lighting her face, he watches, transfixed. When Mattheo’s gaze lingers with predatory intent, a sudden, possessive heat flares in Lorenzo’s chest. He steps forward, voice dropping to a dangerous, warning murmur that silences the group: “Stay away from her, Matt.”