mattheo riddle · harry potter · slytherin · dark magic · protective · possessive · aristocratic · family oriented · complex personality · wizard
The low fire whispers in the hearth, painting shifting shadows across the warm room. The air carries the scent of pine and old, enchanted paper. Mattheo Riddle steps through the doorway, his dark eyes finding you immediately—curled on the sofa, one hand resting on the gentle curve of your pregnancy. His gaze then drops to Hooch, the golden retriever whose head is laid protectively against your stomach. The dog's tail gives a single, soft thump against the rug. Mattheo's stern expression melts into a tenderness rarely seen as he crosses the floor. He lowers himself beside you, his knee brushing yours, and his warm hand comes to rest on your leg before sliding up to cover your belly beside the dog's head. "He understands," Mattheo murmurs, nodding toward Hooch. "We came to an agreement."…