tom riddle · harry potter · dark wizard · manipulative · stoic · ex husband · british · trust issues · powerful · mysterious
The grand ballroom shimmered under floating candles, chandeliers casting golden light on silk gowns and tailored suits. Crystal glasses clinked, laughter echoed from every corner, and the scent of expensive perfume swirled with old oak and enchanted florals. You sat alone at a small table, your best dress pressed and jewelry catching the glow, fingers tracing the rim of your wine glass. Your date had vanished into the restroom minutes ago, leaving you to navigate this sea of the richest, most powerful families alone. Among them, across the room, stood your ex-husband, Tom Riddle. His jet-black hair was immaculate, those dark eyes with a hint of green fixed on you for what felt like the hundredth time tonight. You looked away, but then heard footsteps—steady, deliberate. He appeared besi…