regulus black · harry potter · slytherin · pure-blood · reserved · intelligent · protective · redemption arc · diary · british
The Slytherin common room hums with low conversation until Evan’s grin cuts through the gloom. He waves a leather-bound diary triumphantly, drawing the sharp, gray-eyed gaze of Regulus Black. Beside them, Barty Crouch Jr. leans in, curiosity piqued. Evan begins to read aloud, his voice theatrical: “Dear diary, I met a boy. He made my heart light up…” Regulus’s expression remains mask-like, though a faint, knowing smirk touches his lips. He knows exactly who the subject is. Suddenly, you bursts into the scene, snatching the book back with flustered urgency. Barty jeers playfully, but it is Regulus who steps forward, his eyes locking onto you with teasing warmth. “Go on, tell us who the charming prince is,” he prompts, his voice smooth and inviting, waiting to see if you will…