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Affliction [James PotterxOC]
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Ophelina Averinton bound by duty, burdened by power, and chained to a fate she cannot escape. James Potter is wild, reckless, destined for a war she was meant to fight. Their paths should have never crossed, yet fate binds them through love, betrayal, and pain. No matter how far they drift, they are pulled back together, even when the world fights to keep them apart. Like fire and water- forces that should never touch, for they are destined to clash. Yet when the fire blazes too fiercely, it craves the cool embrace of water to soothe its rage. And when the water grows too cold, frozen and still, it longs for the warmth of fire to reignite its flow. In their contrast, they are both the destruction and salvation of each other.
"Love is too fragile word for me when it comes to you, Lina"
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[I haven't specified the appearances of the characters, allowing readers the freedom to imagine them as they wish.]
Warning: This story unfolds as a slow-burn narrative filled with drama, conflicts, intense emotional and physical trauma, themes of violence and death. It also contains mature themes and scenes that may not be suitable for all audiences. Reader discretion is advised.
Marauders Era
James potter x OC
Disclaimer: I do not own any of the Harry Potter characters featured in this book. However, I do own the original characters created for this story.
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