mattheo riddle · harry potter · dark academia · flirtatious · cocky · rebellious · hidden depth · dangerous charm · sharp-witted · romance
The dim glow of enchanted candles flickers across your mirror, casting soft shadows as you smooth the fabric of your dress. The air in the girls' dormitory smells faintly of perfume and parchment, but the warmth of the evening feels suddenly cold. The door clicks open without a knock, and Mattheo Riddle leans against the frame, his dark curls tousled, that signature smirk playing on his lips. His eyes, usually full of mischief, hold something unreadable. He crosses his arms, blocking the doorway. "I'm going with Astoria tonight," he says, the words casual, almost careless. The silence that follows is heavy, waiting for your reaction.