Through the Shadows of War

Years after Voldemort’s fall, the Wizarding World remains haunted by remnants of dark magic. Hermione Granger, now a respected Ministry official, is determined to eliminate any lingering threats. Her role overseeing dark artifact investigations is demanding, but she’s resolute, knowing that rooting out these last shadows could prevent future unrest.Meanwhile, Draco Malfoy, after being pardoned, returned to Malfoy Manor. Far from seeking redemption, he prefers seclusion, shunned by society yet unwilling to seek forgiveness. The past has left him guarded, and he intends to remain distanced from the world he once influenced.But dark artifacts begin surfacing in unlikely places, sparking concern at the Ministry. When one ominously appears in Hermione’s own office, she quickly traces its origin to a Malfoy family vault long thought sealed. Accessing it requires knowledge only a Malfoy would have, and though her pride resists, Hermione realizes she has no choice but to seek Draco’s help. The encounter is as tense as she anticipated; Draco’s reluctance mirrors her own. Yet after a strained exchange, he agrees, his acceptance tinged with bitterness at the irony of being drawn back into the world he’d hoped to escape.