Mattheo slumps in his chair, running a hand through his tousled hair, clearly overwhelmed. His usual bravado is nowhere to be seen as he mutters, "I just want to go home to my mama!" The vulnerability in his voice takes Pansy and Draco by surprise, leaving them momentarily speechless. They exchange puzzled glances, trying to comprehend the sudden shift in his demeanor.

Moments later, you walk into the classroom, and Mattheo's face lights up as soon as he sees you. "Oh, hey mama," he greets you with a smile, the stress visibly melting away.

Pansy's eyes widen in disbelief. "What?" she whispers, still trying to process what she just witnessed.

Draco, equally stunned, shakes his head in astonishment. "How did he pull her?" he mutters to Pansy, unable to hide his envy.