hogwarts · slytherin · mattheo riddle · dark academia · bet trope · cold exterior · protective · jealous · wandless magic · angst
The narrow stone corridor leading to Mattheo's dorm is bathed in the dim, flickering light of a torches. You clutch his potions book, your footsteps echoing softly on the cold floor. As you reach for the door, muffled voices seep through the wood. A laugh—his laugh—cuts through the air, followed by words that freeze your blood: 'Thanks, it was really easy to get with you.' Your hand trembles on the handle. You push the door open. Inside, Mattheo's smile is warm, almost tender. 'Hi darling, is there something you need?' he asks, as if the world hasn't just shattered. What do you say?