NOVEL 1 : The price of Ambition
Octavia Vermillion, a brilliant and ambitious young witch from a prestigious pure-blood family, has always been expected to follow in the footsteps of her Gryffindor ancestors. However, a family tragedy forces her to start Hogwarts later than usual, where she is sorted into Slytherin-a decision that strains her relationship with her family and sets her apart from her heritage.
In her new house, Octavia begins to form close bonds with Draco Malfoy, Regulus Black, Mattheo Riddle, Blaise Zabini, and Theodore Nott, navigating the complexities of her identity and ambitions. Despite the tensions, Octavia thrives academically and in extracurriculars, excelling in both cheerleading and dance. Yet, beneath her success, she harbors a deeper desire to prove herself-especially to her father, whose expectations weigh heavily on her.
When she encounters Tom Riddle, a brilliant and mysterious student whose reputation for cunning and dark ambition precedes him, Octavia is intrigued. Their relationship begins with a series of letters, full of riddles, intellectual challenges, and dark secrets. As their bond grows, Octavia discovers more about Tom's troubled past and his manipulative nature. Despite his chilling demeanor, Octavia finds herself drawn to him, fascinated by his power and intelligence, and determined to help him change course.
But the deeper she delves into his world, the more Octavia is forced to confront her own ambitions and the consequences of her choices. As she is invited to join Tom's inner circle, the Knights of Walpurgis, she faces a decision: stay loyal to her friends and her house or align herself with Tom and his dangerous vision for the future.
With her loyalty and identity tested, Octavia must navigate a complex web of secrets, power, and betrayal. In the end, she realizes that the game she's playing with Tom is far more than just a battle of wits-it's a fight for control, and the stakes are higher than she ever imagined
