It was another potions class with Professor Slughorn, and today's topic was Amortentia, the most powerful love potion in existence. Slughorn explained that Amortentia was unique in that it smelled differently to each person, embodying the scents of what they found most attractive—scents that often revealed who or what the person was drawn to.

“Ivy, would you step forward and take a whiff?” Slughorn asked, gesturing towards the simmering cauldron in front of the class.

With a quiet nod, you approached the cauldron, leaning in slightly to inhale the potion’s mysterious aroma. Immediately, the scent of crisp green apples, rich, expensive cologne, and a hint of mint filled your senses.

The smells were unmistakably familiar, and without meaning to, your eyes drifted across the room, landing on Draco Malfoy. He stood casually with his friends, arms crossed, an unreadable expression on his face. The connection between the scents and Draco was undeniable, making your heart race.

Slughorn’s voice cut through your thoughts. “Go on, say it out loud,” he prompted, his eyes twinkling with curiosity.