Beyond The Storm

Chapter 1

The rhythmic pulse of music filled the air as you and Mattheo arrive at the Slytherin party hand in hand. the vibrant lights illuminated the room casting dancing shadows across the faces of the guests. Laughter and chatter buzzed around you creating lively ambiance. peter Pettigrew mingled with the crowd with a devious glint in his eyes. Little did you know a dangerous plan took root within his mind .as you savored the night's festivities, and he discreetly slipped the drug into your drink with a perfectly executed sleight of hand. Unbeknownst to Mattheo, he excitedly leads you to the dance floor, his thoughts consumed by the positive momentum of the evening. As you sipped from your drink a creeping lethargy seized your senses. Shadows grew darker, forms became distorted and your body grew heavy as if shackled by invisible chains. A haze encompass your mind as mattheo's voice pierced through the fog "Are you all right, my love? You seem distant"His concern was genuine but he hasn't realized the sinister truth lurking beneath the surface." I-I Don't feel well" you stammered, your words barely audible over the pounding base of the music. Panic welded within you, your heart pounding against your rib cage your ears ringing while you struggle to stay coherent. Mattheos brows furrowed as he studied your pale complexion. "Let me take you home my love, will figure out what's wrong." but at that moment before Mattheo could shield you from the nightmarish betrayal Voldemort appeared his eyes gleaming with vicious delight" Ah there you are, Mattheo I thought I lost you in the crowd. Let's have a chat, shall we"? Mattheo turned, his expression filled with confusion and worry. "Father, what's going on"?" Why does your name seem so ill"? Voldemort's cruel laughter echoed in the chaotic void. "Oh, my dear boy, you have no idea your precious y/n won't be returning home tonight she's mine now".mattheos face contorted with anguish his love for you transmuting into fierce protectiveness "Father what have you done"?darkness swallowed his fathers features, rendering his eyes abyssal voids." you'll find out soon enough, Mattheo. for now, your priorities may not align with mine, our destinies diverged ".with that sentence, he retreated into the pulsating crowd with you, leaving Mattheo shocked and bewildered.