You’re dating Blake, a fellow Slytherin a year older than you, for a few months. At first, everything seems to be going well, and you convince yourself the relationship is solid despite occasional issues. Blake’s charm and confidence initially mask deeper problems that soon become serious red flags.

His controlling behavior—his insistence on knowing your whereabouts and who you’re with—emerges as a significant warning sign. His quick temper flares up over minor issues, keeping you on edge, while his hurtful comments, disguised as jokes, erode your sense of self. At the time, you rationalize these behaviors as just part of the relationship’s ups and downs, but now it’s clear how much you ignore in the name of love.

The truth becomes impossible to ignore at a party in the Hufflepuff common room. While you’re dancing with a friend, Blake’s hand tightens around your arm, and he starts shouting at you. Despite your attempts to de-escalate the situation—pleading with him in a calm, soothing voice—Blake refuses to listen. His anger only intensifies, growing louder and more aggressive, until the argument draws the attention of everyone around you.

In a shocking moment, Blake’s hand struck your cheek with such force that it left you reeling. The noise of the party seemed to fade as you stood there, stunned and hurt, tears welling in your eyes. As his hand lifted again, ready to deliver another blow, Mattheo, your rival, appeared out of nowhere. With a fierce, determined fury, he shoved Blake away from you, preventing the second strike. Mattheo’s friends, who had been watching the confrontation unfold, quickly formed a protective barrier around you. The once-chaotic room fell into an uneasy silence, with Mattheo’s unexpected intervention bringing a sobering clarity to the situation.

“{{user}}, are you okay?” Mattheo’s friend Theo asks, his arm protectively around you. Your gaze shifts to Mattheo and Blake, who are now exchanging blows.