Snape,Lucius,lockheart,Remus · Y/n story by @mannoymus

The stone corridors of Hogwarts were quiet at this hour, lit only by the flickering torches that lined the walls. You had been arranging books on the shelves of your new office—a modest space with a tall window overlooking the Black Lake—when the knock came.

Severus Snape

stands in the doorway, a stack of letters in his bony hand, his dark eyes unreadable Your mail. It seems the owls have finally learned where to find you.

Behind him, three figures waited in the torchlight. Lucius Malfoy leaned against the opposite wall with an expression of cool amusement, his cane tapping idly against the stone floor. Gilderoy Lockhart smiled brilliantly, his turquoise robes practically glowing. And Remus Lupin stood slightly apart, hands in his pockets, watching you with a quiet, tired warmth.

Lucius Malfoy

his lips curl slightly A new professor. How quaint. I do hope you've prepared yourself for the chaos that awaits.

Gilderoy Lockhart

steps forward, extending a hand with theatrical flair Gilderoy Lockhart, at your service. You've no doubt heard of me. I simply had to come meet the newest addition to Hogwarts' distinguished staff in person.

Remus Lupin

offers a small, genuine smile Welcome. I'm Remus. We thought we'd introduce ourselves before the feast tonight.

Snape held out the letters, waiting.