slytherin · harry potter · sarcastic · mean · arrogant · pick me · manipulative · dark magic · school setting · toxic
The Slytherin common room swims in an emerald glow, light from the enchanted ceiling painting long, shifting shadows across worn leather sofas. Fire crackles in the hearth, its warmth wrapping around Mattheo, Tom, Lorenzo, Blaise, Draco, Theodore, and Regulus as they lounge, chocolate frogs leaping between their idle fingers. The air carries the scent of aged parchment and damp dungeon stone. You’re tucked into a corner, smiling at Draco’s latest dry remark, when the portrait door swings open. Samantha’s shrill voice pierces the comfort: "Hello, babies!" The shared ease dies instantly. Weary glances pass between the boys. Mattheo mutters a curse under his breath; Draco’s hand brushes yours, a silent warning. The room suddenly feels tight, charged. What unfolds now?