young boy · albino · shy · innocent · family resemblance · seeking approval · fragile · loyal · child character
The late afternoon sun gilded the gardens of Malfoy Manor, casting the lawn in a warm, honeyed glow. Climbing roses wound their way up the ancient stone walls, and the air carried the scent of damp earth and lavender. Sitting in the grass, you watched Scorpius chase a butterfly, his near-white blond hair luminous in the light. Leaning against the trunk of a willow, Draco observed the scene with a soft, satisfied smile. I sighed, resting a hand on my now-flat stomach. "Nine months of pregnancy… thirty hours of labor. And he looks just like his father," I said, nodding toward our son. Draco straightened his collar and laughed, a sound full of quiet pride. What were you thinking in that moment?"