Veiled Hearts ~ HP Fanfiction (Harry Potter X OC)

Chapter 7: The Forbidden Encounters

As the December approaches, Celestia was pleased to find her life going back to normal, she had her loyal friend, a loving boyfriend and her brother to accompany her every day.

She couldn't be happier when her mother, Mrs Malfoy, sent her a designer dress exclusively made in France. Daphne and Celestia had fun dress shopping with the rest of the girls.

The Yule Ball was the most anticipated event of the school year at Hogwarts, and for Celestia Malfoy, it was a night filled with excitement and anticipation. As she descended the grand staircase of Hogwarts, her heart raced with nerves and excitement, her elegant gown billowing behind her.

Draped in a shimmering emerald dress that hugged her slender frame, Celestia exuded an aura of sophistication and grace. Her platinum blonde hair was styled in intricate curls, adorned with delicate silver hairpins that sparkled in the soft glow of the enchanted candles.

"Theo, do I look alright?" Celestia asked, her voice betraying a hint of nervousness as she reached the bottom of the stairs.

Theodore Nott, her dashing boyfriend, awaited her with a smile that could rival the stars. "Celestia, you look absolutely breathtaking," he breathed, offering her his arm.

Celestia smiled, a blush gracing her cheeks. "Thank you, Theodore. You look quite dashing yourself."

Together, they entered the Great Hall, where the festivities were in full swing. The room was transformed into a magical wonderland, with enchanted ice sculptures adorning the tables and floating candles casting a warm, ethereal glow.

As they mingled with their classmates, Celestia couldn't help but feel a sense of pride in her Slytherin companions. Daphne Greengrass shimmered in a silver gown, her laughter ringing out like wind chimes in the crisp winter air.

"Celestia, you look positively radiant," Daphne exclaimed, embracing her friend with genuine warmth.

"Thank you, Daphne. You look stunning as well," Celestia replied, returning the embrace.

Theodore leaned in close, his voice barely above a whisper. "Shall we dance, my lady?"

Celestia's heart fluttered at the endearment, and she nodded eagerly. "I would love to, Theodore."

They glided onto the dance floor, their movements fluid and graceful as they swayed to the enchanting melody. Celestia felt as if she were floating on air, her worries and insecurities melting away in Theodore's arms.

As the night wore on, Celestia danced with friends and classmates, reveling in the joy and magic of the Yule Ball. It was a night she would never forget, a shimmering memory to cherish for years to come. And as she stole one last glance at Theodore, his eyes shining with adoration, she knew that this was only the beginning of their enchanting journey together.

The music raged on in the Great Hall, Theodore and Celestia had firewhiskey sneaked in by older students, soon Theodore left for loo, celestia enjoyed the time with friends, a cacophony of music and laughter drowning out the tension that simmered beneath the surface.
The weird sister was performing. Celestia Malfoy, adorned in a gown that shimmered like moonlight, prowled the edges of the festivities, her eyes scanning the room for Theodore. But fate had a different plan for her this evening.

As Celestia made her way through the crowded hall, she exchanged polite nods and smiles with her fellow Slytherins, her eyes scanning the room for Theodore Nott, her boyfriend. But amidst the sea of faces, she couldn't seem to find him, and a pang of disappointment tugged at her heart.

Deciding to take a momentary respite from her search, Celestia drifted toward the refreshment table, where a group of Slytherin girls were engaged in animated conversation.