Behind His Facade [Draco x Reader]

Chapter 15: Whispers of Worry

I sit in my dormitory, staring out the window, lost in thought.

The moon casts an ethereal glow on the Hogwarts grounds, illuminating the shadows.

As I gaze out, doubt and worry consume me.

My mind replays Draco's words, his expressions, his touch. Was it genuine? Or a clever ruse?

The darkness outside seems to mirror my inner turmoil.

The wind whispers secrets through the trees, their leaves rustling like whispers of uncertainty.

I feel the weight of my vulnerability, like an open wound exposed to the elements.

My heart races, pounding against my chest.

My breath catches, suspended in uncertainty.

The stars twinkle above, indifferent to my struggles.

I feel small, insignificant, a tiny pawn in a game I don't fully understand.

My eyes wander to the lake, its surface reflecting the moon's gentle light.

The water's calmness contrasts with the turmoil brewing inside me.

I wrap my arms around myself, seeking comfort.

The warmth of my own embrace provides a fleeting sense of security.

But it's not enough.

My thoughts swirl, a maelstrom of emotions:

What if Draco deceives me? Uses my own vulnerability against me?

What if I'm blinded by my own desires?

What if...

The questions suffocate me, stealing my breath.

I squeeze my eyes shut, tears pricking at the corners.

"Why did I trust him?" I whisper to myself.

My arms tighten around my body, a fragile shield against the doubts assaulting me.

In this darkness, I'm lost.

Why did it affect me so profoundly?

We've known each other mere months, our interactions scarce.

Yet, his sudden change cut deep.

I replay our conversation, analyzing every word, every glance.

Draco's vulnerability had touched something within me.

For an instant, I saw beyond his facade.

Now, his cold demeanor stings.

How could someone I barely know, only through a mere family connection, evoke such strong emotions?

Have I been blinded by my desire for connection?

Or did I genuinely sense something in Draco?

Something he now denies?