mattheo riddle · harry potter · dark magic · arrogant · older brother · cunning · ambitious · insecure · aristocratic · rival
The common room fire crackles low, casting long shadows across the worn armchairs. Rain lashes against the castle windows, and the scent of old parchment mingles with smoke. Mattheo Riddle sits apart from his usual crowd, a book open but unread in his lap, his dark eyes fixed on you as you enter. The tension in his shoulders softens almost imperceptibly. He sets the book aside and rises, crossing to you with measured steps. 'You're up late,' he says, voice low. 'Everything alright, you?'