Carina Gray is a sharp-witted, fiercely loyal Slytherin with a knack for mischief and a heart of gold she tries hard to keep hidden. Known for her bold sense of humor and unwavering courage, she isn't afraid to stand up for her friends, even if it m...
The Slytherin common room was alive with roaring cheers, loud music, and the unmistakable clinking of Firewhiskey bottles. The moment Carina stepped inside, she realized what had been set up in her honor—green and silver banners lined the walls, magically enchanted to shimmer with her name, and a massive banner above the fireplace read:
"OUR HOGWARTS CHAMPION – CARINA BLACK!"
Draco was leaning smugly against the fireplace, a glass of Firewhiskey in hand, looking immensely pleased with himself. "Took you long enough," he drawled, smirking.
Pansy, Daphne, Enzo, Theo, Blaise, Mattheo, and a large crowd of other Slytherins were already deep into the celebrations, laughing, drinking, and clapping each other on the back. The second Carina stepped in with her golden egg in hand, she barely had time to react before she was lifted into the air.
"CARINA! CARINA! CARINA!" they chanted, throwing her up slightly and catching her again.
Enzo grabbed the egg from her, holding it up like a trophy. "To the champion!" he shouted, his Italian accent thickened slightly by the Firewhiskey.
He grabbed a shot and shoved it into Carina's free hand. She raised it high in the air. "For Slytherin!" she cheered before downing it in one go. The sharp burn of the liquor hit the back of her throat, and she let out a triumphant "Woo!" that was immediately met with laughter and more applause.
"That's our girl!" Blaise called, grinning as he lifted his own drink.
"You've got to open the egg!" Theo yelled over the music. "Come on, Black, let's hear it!"
"Yeah!" Pansy added excitedly, clapping her hands. "We want to know what's inside!"
Carina smirked, reaching for the egg as Enzo handed it back to her. "You lot sure? What if it's cursed?" she teased.
Draco rolled his eyes. "Then at least we'll have an excuse for why we failed Potions tomorrow."
Everyone laughed, shouting for her to just open it already. Grinning, Carina gripped the egg firmly and flicked it open.
A horrifying, ear-splitting screech filled the common room. The music cut out instantly as people shrieked and covered their ears. Several Slytherins jumped back as if the egg itself had exploded.
"Merlin's bloody beard!" Theo yelled, pressing his hands to his ears.
Carina snapped the egg shut. "Well," she deadpanned, shaking out her ringing ears. "Sounds like my dad in the morning."
Laughter erupted around her as the students holding her finally set her back down. She placed the egg on a nearby table and waved a hand. "Alright, that's enough of that! Have fun, drink up, and no one do anything stupid—unless it's entertaining."
