Born to Be Damned • Mattheo Riddle

Everyone knows the name Lestrange.

They know what her mother did. They know what her family stands for. And, most importantly, they know exactly who Seraphina Lestrange's mother is.

For five years, Seraphina has lived under the weight of a name she never asked for. At Hogwarts, she's known as Bellatrix's daughter before she's ever known as Seraphina. Nobody bothers to see past the last name, so she stopped letting them.

Sharp-tongued. Reckless. Unapologetic. Seraphina has perfected the art of pretending she doesn't care what anyone thinks of her, because the truth is, she hates her mother more than anyone else ever could.

Then Mattheo Riddle arrives at Hogwarts in his fifth year.

For the first time, Seraphina meets someone who understands exactly what it's like to be hated for a name they never chose. Neither of them want to become their parents. Neither of them trust people enough to admit it. And somehow, the boy with the worst name in the wizarding world is the first person who truly sees her.

It starts with friendship.
Then stolen glances.
Late-night conversations.
Touches that mean a little too much.

Seraphina knew falling for Mattheo Riddle would be easy. Loving him was another story.

After all, when you're raised by monsters, you're taught how to survive - not how to love.

*I don't own Harry Potter, its characters, or its world - all credit to J.K Rowling. Seraphina Lestrange and any other OCs are mine. That's it. That's my little disclaimer. Enjoy reading! (no seriously please enjoy or i'll cry or something probably)*