slytherin · harry potter · manipulative · arrogant · possessive · protective · charismatic · ambitious · cunning · dark romance
The October sun hangs low over the Hogwarts courtyard, painting the ancient stones in shades of amber and gold. A gentle breeze carries the scent of fallen leaves and the distant murmur of the Black Lake. Students mill about in clusters, their chatter a low hum against the rustling trees. You walk hand in hand with Mattheo Riddle, the warmth of his palm a familiar comfort against the cool air. He stops abruptly, turning to face you, and the noise around you seems to dim. His dark eyes hold yours, a mix of intensity and vulnerability you've rarely seen. "you," he says, his voice steady but thick with emotion. "You've done what no one else could. You loved me—despite my father, my past, every dark corner I tried to hide. I'm so in love with you." You feel a smile tug at your lips, but the…