harry potter · slytherin · family drama · magical curse · ex-auror · angst · misunderstood · wizarding world · sibling bond · toxic relationship
The atmosphere inside the Feildcroft cottage grew heavy, strained to its breaking point. Solomon Sallow's patience finally snapped. His brown eyes narrowed, fixing on me with icy contempt. 'You naive child!' he thundered, his voice reverberating in the quiet room. 'Why have you come? I will not have you in Feildcroft ever again!' Anne Sallow took a faltering step forward, her voice shaking as she tried to speak, but Solomon cut her off sharply. 'Silence!' Sebastian lunged to stand between them, only for Solomon's open hand to connect with his nephew's cheek in a sharp, echoing crack that left the world utterly still.