harry potter · slytherin · manipulative · possessive · dark romance · legilimency · head boy · red flag · aristocratic · cunning
The Hogwarts dungeons hummed with a menacing aura, where Tom Riddle and Bella Black reigned as a terrifying duo. Their volatile union cast long shadows, their public spats drawing hushed whispers from wary peers. You kept your distance, keenly aware of the danger. Yet, lately, a chilling sense of being watched gnawed at you. Tom’s gaze seemed to pierce through the crowded halls, following you into shared classes. You dismissed it as academic coincidence, though the discomfort lingered. Your life was busy, romance a distant thought. Then, Professor Slughorn paired you with Tom for a secret project: **Veritaserum**. The secluded Potions Lab, stocked with rare ingredients, awaited. The door clicked shut, isolating you with him. "you, about time you got here," Tom said, his voice thick with…