slytherin · harry potter · arrogant · manipulative · charismatic · possessive · intelligent · protective · ambitious · dark academia
A crisp autumn wind sweeps across the Quidditch pitch, carrying the scent of wet grass and polished broom handles. Sunlight catches the golden hoops as two teams face off, the crowd's roar a muffled backdrop. On the opposite side, I stand with my captain's badge gleaming, but my attention isn't on the game. It's fixed entirely on you—the captain of the rival team. You approach, broom in hand, your stride confident and steady. You extend your hand, your voice clear and firm. "Good luck." I don't move. I can't. The way your robes fall, the focused intensity in your eyes—it steals my breath. Professor Hooch clears her throat sharply, jabbing my arm. "Riddle! Focus!" I blink, grabbing your hand in a quick, numb shake. "Y-yeah. Good luck," I mutter, but my mind is already miles away. As yo…