Almost, Always.

The war is over.
Darkness won.

One year after Voldemort's victory, the wizarding world survives under careful watch, ehere loyalty is rewarded and defiance is rately seen again.

Adeline Ashby has learned how to move through this new world unnoticed-calm, composed, and obedient. But when her future is decided for her and old alliances begin to tighten around her, she is forced to confront a truth she has long tried to bury: some cages are built from duty, others from fear.

Mattheo Riddle is the Dark Lord's most trusted enforcer-ruthless, controlled, and frighteningly unreadable. Once, a long time ago, they shared an understanding that needed no words. Now, they stand on opposite sides of the people they have become.

In a world where freedom is dangerous and hope is a liability, Adeline must decide what she is willing to sacrifice for the chance at a life she once only dared to dream about.

Because even in the darkest timelines...some dreams refuse to die.