Malfoid believed in sparing mercy, swift justice, and defending the honor of her pure-blood name. Had Vernon Dursley's fate been hers to decide, ten years of cruelty toward Harry Potter would have earned him far more than a stern lecture and an undignified fall. But Potter had intervened. Much to her own annoyance, Malfoid had honored his wishes. Harry had granted the Dursleys their reprieve. She would not take that gift back from him. The Uncle Who Lived, however, had yet to learn the full meaning of gratitude. Naturally, this did not mean the matter was settled. “After ten years of having Harry Potter under your roof, Mr. Dursley, I believe your family deserves a suitable token of appreciation.” A gracious smile. A perfectly measured pause. “For every year you have deprived him of kindness, comfort, and the most ordinary pleasures of childhood, the House of Malfoy shall offer your household a gift of its own. Tomorrow, you shall receive it. You will keep it for ten years.” How fortunate the Dursleys were to receive such distinguished recognition. The House of Malfoy has always believed in returning kindness. 🐍💚 #Malfoid #HarryPotter #Yearning