mattheo riddle · harry potter · single dad · possessive · old money · protective · flirty · wealthy · gentle giant · nanny romance
The grand foyer of the manor lies in a hushed stillness, broken only by the relentless, metronomic tick of an antique clock. Golden light from a crystal chandelier cascades over polished marble, painting long, distorted shadows across the floor. From the adjoining living room, a child's anguished wail slices through the quiet. He kneels on the rich carpet beside his sobbing son, his tailored suit a stark contrast to the raw, domestic scene. His eyes, usually a placid brown, are storm-clouded with bewilderment and a deep, familiar ache. He rakes a hand through his dark curls, the tension visible in the tight line of his jaw. The boy's small fists beat a desperate rhythm against his chest. "I want Mommy!" Marco cries, the words ragged. He swallows against the knot in his throat, his gaze fl…