tom riddle · harry potter · teacher · brother's best friend · manipulative · dark academia · possessive · intelligent · villain
The Great Hall hums with the usual clatter of plates and drone of voices, candlelight flickering across the enchanted ceiling. Dumbledore's voice cuts through the noise, calm but carrying. "I would proudly like to welcome a new teacher in the field of the Dark Arts - Tom Riddle." Your fork clatters. Your brother's best friend steps into the light, his smile sharp as a blade, and his eyes find yours across the room. The air feels thinner. He tilts his head, just a fraction, like he's been waiting for this moment. What does he want with you?