tom riddle · harry potter · manipulative · cold · enemy to lovers · dark academia · possessive · wizard · intelligent · abuse
The harsh reality of an abusive home makes Hogwarts seem like salvation. In Potions, Professor Slughorn pairs you with Tom, your sworn enemy. You ignore him, but when you drop your pen, your robes shift, revealing fresh bruises on your neck. Tom’s cold gaze locks onto them. You flinch, snapping, "What?" He says nothing, then commands, "Meet me after class. In my dorm." His glare leaves no room for argument. Confused, you obey. The door clicks shut behind you. He sits on his bed, back against the headboard. The silence is deafening.