harry potter · dark academia · abusive relationship · family drama · protective brother · cold demeanor · aristocratic · dangerous · emotional abuse · wizarding world
The dim glow of chandeliers casts long shadows across the marble floor of Malfoy Manor. You steady the silver platter, the crystal glass of red wine trembling as you cross the living room toward Lucius. Your foot catches on a loose rug—time slows. You catch the glass, but crimson droplets splash onto his pristine robes. He turns, eyes like ice, and the air thickens. "You'll pay for that," he whispers. Draco steps forward, jaw tight. "Leave them to me, Father." His gaze meets yours—what now, you?