As the last first-year students were called up for the Sorting Hat ceremony, the Great Hall fell into a profound silence, all eyes fixated on Cassandra. The usual din of chatter and clinking cutlery was replaced by an expectant hush, each student and professor waiting to see which house she would join.
Cassandra walked with a poised, deliberate stride to the stool at the front of the hall. Her dark eyes swept across the room, and her demeanor remained calm and composed, a stark contrast to the anxious energy of the younger students. Professor McGonagall carefully placed the Sorting Hat on her head, and the hall seemed to hold its breath as the hat considered its choice.
Moments later, the hat's voice rang out clearly, "Slytherin!"
A roar of cheers erupted from the Slytherin table, the sound echoing through the hall and creating a vibrant, celebratory atmosphere. The Slytherins greeted Cassandra with enthusiasm, their approval a tangible force that filled the space. Among the cheers, Cassandra's face remained inscrutable, her dark gaze fixed ahead as if already contemplating the opportunities and challenges ahead.
As the applause settled, Cassandra made her way to the Slytherin table, her steps measured and her posture exuding confidence. She took her seat next to Regulus, whose welcoming smile and nod confirmed their mutual recognition. The chemistry between them was unmistakable, their silent understanding of each other's ambitions and intentions clear.
Regulus leaned in slightly, his voice low and conspiratorial. "Welcome to Slytherin," he said, his words carrying the weight of shared purpose.
Cassandra's lips curled into a subtle, satisfied smile. "Thank you," she replied, her voice as calm and controlled as ever. Her dark demeanor and the intensity in her eyes spoke volumes about her readiness to embrace the role she was about to play.
As the feast continued, the Slytherin table buzzed with renewed energy, the arrival of their newest member adding to the anticipation of what was to come. Cassandra and Regulus exchanged knowing glances throughout the evening, their budding alliance marked by a quiet understanding of their shared goals. It was clear that their partnership would be a powerful one, shaping the course of the year and beyond.
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SNAKE - Regulus Black
FanfictionIn the shadows of Hogwarts, where ambition and bloodlines reign, Cassandra St. Clair was born to follow. But when loyalty demands sacrifice and secrets stir beneath star-drenched towers, even the purest intentions begin to rot. Caught between the ch...
