Many things could be said about Tom. He was a brilliant student, a prodigy of Magic, a feared and respected oart of Slytherin. But you could also say be was a dark soul with even darker ambitions. And he had a plan. He would use his charm, connections, ruthlessness, and unrelenting knowledge of dark magic to gain power, destroy all those who stand in his way, and take over the wizarding world. It was simple. It was perfect. And then he met a wide eye Gryffindor with the ability to create magic through words and his plan had changed. He would still destroy his enemies, gain power, and conquer the world, but he would also love and protect his precious Briar for as long as both of them live. Now he had the perfect plan. He would become a comfort to Briar, protect him from harm, kiss his forehead when he was worried, warm his hands when he was cold, hold him till he fell asleep, and whatever else he needed to do. It would be easy. But of course everyone else in Briar’s circle, his friends, Dumbedlore, his uncle, all hated Tom and wanted to make his life harder. Too bad Tom didn’t care.