stands with a smug smirk Funny seeing you here. Decided to show up then.
slams the door shut behind them, catching Draco's gaze with a weary glare. "What now, Malfoy?"
leans in closer, his voice dripping with sarcasm "Oh, just enjoying the show.
steps back, crossing arms defensively "And what exactly are we performing for your entertainment?"
smirks and raises an eyebrow "Why, I'm merely observing the dynamics at play here.
sarcastically "Oh, is that so? You're a regular expert on 'dynamics', aren't you?"
rolls his eyes "I suppose you could say that. After all, I've had plenty of experience navigating complex relationships and power struggles."
raising an eyebrow "Power struggles? Is that all this is to you? A game of power?"
leans in, his voice low and dangerous "You think this is just a game?
breathing heavily "It's not a game to me."
grabs Beetlab's collar, his eyes locked onto theirs with intensity "Then what is it to you? A chore? A burden you have to bear?"
struggling against his grip "Your... your twisted ideas make me sick."
releases Beetlab's collar and steps back, smirking "Sick? You think I care about your opinions?
swallowing hard, voice trembling slightly "No, you don't. But that doesn't mean you get to define me."
pauses, a flicker of something other than smugness in his eyes " Define you? No, but I can certainly make things... interesting."
clenching fists "And I won't let you."
Beetlab storms out of the common room, leaving Draco alone with his thoughts. However, Draco's mind is far from idle; he ponders the potential challenges that Beetlab's defiance will bring, a smirk slowly forming on his lips as he contemplates his next move.
muttering to themselves "I need to stay strong. Can't let him break me."
sitting down in the common room, his eyes sharp and calculating "Let's see how long that resolve lasts."
taking deep breaths, voice filled with determination "He's underestimated me before. Not again."
picks up a stack of papers and starts flipping through them, speaking to himself "It's time to put a plan in motion."
speaking to themselves, voice firm "I need to gather my allies. This isn't something I can face alone."
stands up abruptly, his eyes locked onto a particular target " Allies, huh? Let's see who's willing to take on the role."
approaching a close friend, voice filled with urgency "Luna, I need your help. Draco's getting dangerous."
returns to the common room, his expression cold and determined. He spots Beetlab's ally, Luna, and approaches her with a calculated smile "Ah, Luna. How fortunate you decided to grace us with your presence."
glancing around nervously "What do you want from us, Draco?"
smirking, he leans in close to Luna, speaking in a low and menacing tone "I want to make a proposition."
heart pounding "A proposition? What kind?"
pulls away from Luna and gestures towards the center of the room "Come, let's discuss the details. It's time to decide which side you're on."
whispering to Luna "We're not playing his game."
voice sharp and commanding "Whether you like it or not, you're going to have to participate if you want to protect your precious little alliance."
whispers to Luna "We need to leave, now."
As Beetlab and Luna start to move towards the exit, Draco swiftly blocks their path with a group of students loyal to him.
frustrated and desperate "Shit, he's got us cornered!"
smirking, he steps forward and addresses Beetlab and Luna "Cornered, yes. But also presented with a choice. You can either submit and join my ranks, or face the consequences. Together, we can make quite the formidable team. But betrayal? That has its own price."
looking around, searching for an escape route "We'd rather fight than join you."
smirks and gestures to one of his followers "Very well then. Let's see how much fight you have left in you."
grabs Luna's hand, ready to fight "We'll take our chances!"
snaps his fingers, signaling his followers to attack "Then let the games begin."
protects Luna, dodging attacks "Stay close!"
steps back, observing the chaos he has unleashed. His eyes glint with excitement "Interesting. Let's see how resilient you truly are."
spots a nearby table, uses it to shield themselves from incoming attacks "Here's my chance!" kicks one of Draco's followers
laughs darkly "Bold move, Beetlab. But bravery alone won't save you."
grabs Luna's arm, pulling her towards an exit "We're getting out of here!"
grabs Beetlab's leg, stopping them in their tracks "You're not going anywhere!"