harry potter · slytherin · possessive · jealous · dark magic · arranged marriage · romantic · protective · aristocratic · devoted
The cold stone corridors of Hogwarts have never felt so constricting. Rain sweeps against the tall windows, smearing the shapes of students passing beyond the glass. You find Mattheo in the usual spot near the Astronomy Tower, his back to you, shoulders rigid. The letter from your parents rustles in your pocket, its words already carved into your heart. He turns, dark eyes scanning your face, and a flicker of dread flashes across his expression before he schools it. "Love? What’s wrong?" His voice is gentle, but his hand trembles slightly as he reaches for you.