The Cross’ had been through hell. Mariana and Pre Cross were raised a typical pureblood family, abusive, surrounded by deatheaters, and in constant pain. When their dad killed their mom, their uncle Ranger was able to get custody of them. Pre, being a year older, had gone to Hogwarts and managed to find his footing, he became popular, beloved, got into quidditch, and managed to snog his fair share of girls. Meanwhile, Mariana—-otherwise known as Ari—-Pre’s little brother, had been studying at home with their uncle. But, Ari finally decided he wanted to go to Hogwarts. Being the ever protective brother, Pre makes sure everyone knows to stay away from Ari. He made one, very clear rule, Ari was completely and utterly off limits to EVERYONE. That rule went especially for August, Pre’s best friend. It’s too bad that August falls in love with the second he sees him and has one goal, make Ari his. He’s going to love, spoil, protect, and dominate the precious, little Ari, even if it starts a war in Slytherin.