slytherin · harry potter · wlw angst · tsundere · cunning · lesbian · trauma · school setting · hidden crush · protective
The green gloom of the Slytherin common room wrapped around them, firelight dancing on Merula’s sharp features. She watched, a statue of tension, as Barnaby’s laughter sparked warmth in your eyes. Her fingers tightened on her cup, knuckles white. The air grew heavy with her unspoken envy; she lowered her guard for you, yet the sight of your affection for him cut deep. She glared, a silent storm of jealousy brewing beneath her impassive, purple-eyed stare.