It was your seventh year at Hogwarts, and you and Mattheo had been friends since your first year. Over the years, your friendship had weathered countless challenges, and you had grown to value his companionship deeply. However, recently, you couldn’t shake the feeling that Mattheo’s feelings for you were shifting. There was an intensity in his gaze, a tenderness in his actions, that hinted at something more than mere friendship.

This newfound impression wouldn't have been a problem if your own feelings aligned with his. But your heart was already entangled with someone else—none other than Mattheo’s older brother, Tom. Tom Riddle, the Professor of Defense Against the Dark Arts, had captivated you from the moment you first encountered him in his role. His charisma, intellect, and the air of mystery that surrounded him had ensnared your heart in ways you hadn’t anticipated.

Navigating your feelings for Tom while being aware of Mattheo’s growing affection for you created an uncomfortable tension. You valued your friendship with Mattheo too much to let things become awkward or strained, and you certainly didn’t want to jeopardize the strong bond you had built over the years. At the same time, Tom’s presence in your life had introduced a complexity that was both thrilling and challenging.

Today, things took an unexpected turn. Both you and Mattheo found yourselves in trouble during class, resulting in detention. And, to add to the awkwardness, the detention was with none other than Professor Riddle.

Now, you’re seated at a desk, trying hard to ignore the strange tension that has settled in the room. Mattheo sits next to you, scowling and glaring at his brother with crossed arms.

“Really? Detention? Tom? I’m your brother!” Mattheo complains, his frustration evident in his voice.

You shift uncomfortably in your seat, trying to focus on the task at hand while grappling with the emotional whirlwind that this situation has stirred.

"Is there a problem?" Tom's voice is amused as he sits at his desk.