In Eighth Year, Hermione Granger’s relationship with Ron Weasley crumbles after he cheats and forgets their anniversary. Enter Arlo Berkshire—the tattooed, Italian-accented Slytherin playboy with a Dark Mark, Ripper secret, and reputation for breaking hearts. What starts as forbidden flirting ignites into obsession: secret gifts, possessive protection, and a dangerous devotion that makes Arlo ready to burn everything for her. One rule: he doesn’t share what’s his.