Draco + Hermione: A Slytherin in Pieces (What If) | Dramione

What if Draco never made it to the Astronomy Tower? In this Dramione AU inspired by Half‑Blood Prince, Draco Malfoy is already breaking under the task the Dark Lord carved into his veins. The cursed necklace, the poisoned wine – every failed attempt leaves him more shattered. On the night of Slughorn’s party, Hermione flees Cormac and the glittering hall… and finds Draco collapsed in a dark niche, barely holding himself together. She refuses to walk away this time.