As the shadows lengthened and night descended upon Hogwarts, Y/N found herself feeling restless in her Hufflepuff common room. With a longing for company and adventure, she decided to seek out her friends in the Great Hall, where she knew they often gathered in the evenings.
With a determined stride, Y/N made her way through the corridors of Hogwarts, the soft glow of torches lighting her path. As she neared the entrance to the Great Hall, her thoughts filled with anticipation of the evening ahead, she felt a sudden tug on her arm.
Startled, Y/N turned to see Draco standing beside her, his expression unreadable in the dim light of the corridor. Before she could utter a word, he pulled her behind a nearby pillar, shielding them both from view.
Confusion flickered in Y/N's eyes as Draco wrapped his arms around her in a tight embrace, his warmth enveloping her in a sense of security. She could feel the steady rhythm of his heartbeat against her chest, a comforting reassurance amidst the uncertainty of the night.
"Draco, what are you doing?" Y/N asked, her voice barely above a whisper as she gazed up at him, searching his eyes for answers.
Draco met her gaze with a soft smile, his silver eyes filled with a warmth that melted her heart. "I just wanted to hug you," he replied, his voice gentle yet sincere. "To remind you that no matter what happens, I'm always here for you."
Y/N felt a rush of emotion wash over her as Draco's words sank in, his embrace offering her a sense of solace and belonging that she hadn't realized she needed. In that moment, surrounded by the quiet stillness of the corridor, she knew that she was exactly where she was meant to be – in Draco's arms, feeling safe and loved.
As they stood together in the embrace of the night, Y/N allowed herself to lean into Draco's embrace, her heart filled with gratitude for the bond they shared. And as they lingered in the shadows, lost in their own private moment, Y/N couldn't help but feel a sense of peace settle over her, knowing that no matter what challenges lay ahead, she would face them with Draco by her side.
