"Shifting Allegiances"

A week had passed since the sorting ceremony, and I had grown more comfortable in my new surroundings. Oliver Wood, the Quidditch team's captain, had taken a particular interest in getting to know me better. We would often meet in the Great Hall for breakfast, and he would regale me with stories of his team's adventures on and off the pitch. Seth and Elias would often join us, but I could sense Elias's growing unease as Oliver and I spent more time together. One day, as we walked back to our dormitories, Elias fell into step beside me, his eyes flashing with annoyance. "You're spending an awful lot of time with Oliver Wood, Liliana," he said, his voice low and even. I shrugged, trying to brush off his concerns. "He's just showing me around, Elias. Don't be ridiculous." But Elias's expression only darkened. "I don't think he's just being friendly, Liliana. I think he's trying to steal you away from me." Seth, walking on my other side, didn't say a word, but I could sense his quiet agreement with Elias. I felt a pang of irritation, wondering why Elias was being so possessive. "Elias, I'm just getting to know Oliver, that's all. Don't be jealous." But Elias's face twisted in a scowl, and he didn't respond. That night, Seth and I decided to have a sleepover in the Hufflepuff common room, just the two of us. But as we settled in, Elias appeared at the door, a mischievous glint in his eye. "Mind if I join you?" he asked, and Seth shrugged, smiling. I hesitated for a moment, but then nodded, feeling a sense of camaraderie with my friends. As we chatted and laughed, I told them about my day with Oliver, and Elias's expression grew increasingly dark. He listened intently, his eyes never leaving mine, and I could sense his growing possessiveness. When I finished speaking, he reached out and brushed a strand of hair behind my ear, his touch sending shivers down my spine. "You shouldn't be spending so much time with him, Liliana," he whispered, his voice low and husky. "I'll make your night better." And with that, he leaned in, his lips crashing down on mine in a fierce, passionate kiss. Seth, sensing the tension, got up and left the room, discreetly giving us some space. Elias's kiss deepened, his tongue exploring my mouth as he pressed me back against the couch. I felt a rush of desire, and my body responded, melting into his. He pulled me onto the floor, his hands roaming over my body as he kissed me again and again. I could feel his desire, hot and fierce, and it sparked something within me. We moved together, our bodies entwined as we explored each other's desires. Elias's hands were everywhere, touching, caressing, and teasing. His mouth was on my neck, my shoulders, my breasts. I felt his teeth on my skin, a gentle nip that sent shivers down my spine. His hands were on my hips, pulling me closer, as he moved against me. The friction was building, and I could feel myself getting lost in the moment. Elias's eyes locked onto mine, burning with desire as he moved faster, harder. I could feel the heat building, and then suddenly, we were both lost in a rush of pleasure, our bodies moving together in perfect sync. As we lay there, panting and spent, Elias's eyes never left mine. He smiled, a triumphant smile, and I knew in that moment that he had marked me as his. And I wasn't sure if I was ready to be claimed.