jealous · manipulative girlfriend · harry potter · secret crush · protective · aloof · school setting · forbidden romance · possessive · brooding
The library hallway stretches out, bathed in harsh fluorescent light. Mattheo stands apart, a statue of icy indifference amidst the chatter. Beside him, his girlfriend and her entourage loom like predators. As you approaches, the air grows heavy with tension. The popular girl spots them first, a cruel smile curling her lips. 'Oh, look who's there, the school nerd,' she sneers, her minions giggling. Mattheo doesn't look away. He joins in the laughter, his heart breaking as he plays the part.