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The following day, Ron, Hermione and Neville were surprised to ascertain all the DA members, with the exception of Luna, Harry and Ginny of class, impatiently waiting for them at the Gryffindor common room.

`` What are you doing here ? '' asked Ron although he already knew why.

`` Because of this, checkmate. Now, tell us what 's wrong. '' said Lee seriously as he handed them the latest copy of motley newspapers.

`` Err ... umm -- - '' he began but was rudely interrupted by an irritating voice.

`` I knew it ! Harry 's been so Weird lately. Now, I know why. '' said Zacharias with a smirk.

`` Shut up ! Let him blab out. '' snapped the usually jolly twins to him.

`` Do you believe what 's written there ? '' asked Hermione shrewdly to the new arrivals.

`` Of course not ! Harry would never do such a thing ! '' exclaimed Cho positively.

`` Are you kidding ? We never believed in the papers at all. '' said Fred indignantly.

`` Yeah, we prefer to learn it from the source. '' added George with the same incredulous expression.

`` Absolutely not ! '' exclaimed another.

Hermione leaned at Ron for funding. `` What if we tell you that aside from what you 've read, Harry tried to despoil Ginny yesterday and escaped after attacking Snape ? What would you believe then ? '' A thunderous silence filled the room.

`` Well, actually, we do not know for sure yet but we have think that somebody was impersonating him. I mean -- that 's the only when logical reason, is n't it ? '' said Neville calmly.

`` Is it ? I-I guess I 'm not so certain. '' said Anapurna hesitantly.

`` Me, too. But Harry is not like that, is he ? '' said Padma, staring down at her horseshoe as she did so.

`` Clearly, too lots solitude and hanging out with nutcase unhinged his brainiac. '' commented Book of Zachariah sarcastically but no one reacted to his taunt.

`` Ron ? '' The twin, unsure of what to say, turned to their vernal brother in bewilderment.

`` Harry was the one who risked his life to prevent Voldemort from getting the thaumaturgist 's gemstone. He saved my baby from his evil clutches, killing a serious basilisk in the process. He spared the life of the someone who betrayed his parents when he could have had his retaliation. And near importantly, he gave us trust when everything was at its worst. If those are not enough to convert you of Harry 's innocence, then I pity you. '' Ron spoke in a hushed tonus but everyone was hanging on to his wrangle. `` I chose to consider that Harry 's not guilty. Had the spot been reversed, I believe he would do the same for me. ``

`` Several sentence, Harry had been accused of lying but he was always proven innocent in the end. I have no rationality to suspect that this case would be unlike. '' said Neville with such vehemence that astounded the others.

`` But what about the onslaught ? Many eyewitnesses attested to the fact that it was really him. '' said Zacharias in confusion.

`` No, those are mere legerdemain. '' said Hermione defiantly.

`` You know this entirely thing is laughable. I 'm sure dad would set things straight soon. '' said Fred confidently.

`` Hmmm .... '' began Hermione, trying to discern if it would be wise for them to get it on what the Order had decided. `` Helen Wills Moody told us to go along for now and see where this will lead us. But he also said we have to save an ear and eye out for clew. If their theories are correct, then a new darkness lord could be emerging and using Harry to divide the wizarding residential district. ``

`` So, are you saying that we have to pretend that we really believe the news ? ! ? '' said Saint George incredulously as if he found the thought absurd. `` What if Harry found out ? He 'd be mad for sure ! ``

`` Then we 'll simply explain. Listen, as of now we do n't know what 's going on yet so until we discover something, let 's go along with the catamenia but we do n't call for to annunciate it to the whole macrocosm. A dignified secretiveness will do. '' said Hermione patiently.

This time no one commented.

source 'S NOTE : I 'll be writing about Harry 's position and Luna 's recuperation next. please remember to retrospect. Thanks !
Chapter 6 - Not Just a pipe dream


After the other DA extremity had left, the three searched the castle once more for any validation of Ginny 's whereabouts and procured some books from the Restricted Area which they forgot to explore earlier in their lost United States Department of State. The succeeding day, feeling oddly tired and spent, they made their way half-heartedly to the Great Hall to have their breakfast. It had only been four days since the term had ended and yet it felt like years.

`` I honestly thought this was going to be our best vacation ever ... '' spoke Ron heavily as if the mere endeavor of speaking drained him of energy.

`` Yeah - with Voldemort gone, I had hoped that we could finally get together without the fear of being attaked. '' agreed Neville. `` A party would be dainty, I guess, but just hanging out without worrying about benighted whizz would be pleasant enough. ``

`` Sometimes, it 's really difficult to be friends with Harry. Things always happen to him and we always get involved somehow. '' said Ron thoughtfully. `` The only difference is that we usually do it with him but now, we do n't even know where he is or if he 's still alive ... ''

`` Now, do n't say that Ron ... '' said Hermione reproachfully and bent her bushy-haired head to uphold perusing a Christian Bible they had acquired the night before. It was really depressing to hear soul say it out forte. It made the whole affair seem more real. But Ron went on as if he had not heard her or if he had, he just chose to dismiss her.

`` Then, there 's the affair with Ginny. Foolish girl, I do n't know what came to her - leaving the castle like that, without so very much as a note to inform us if she 's safe ! '' He paused for a piece to stream himself a beverage. `` She really scares me sometimes. First, that thing with that Malfoy git and now, this. '' He had a far away look on his face, then he shook his head slightly as if he was dismissing a disconfirming thought.

`` Hey ! Look who just arrived. '' exclaimed Neville suddenly, jerking Ron back from his fugitive stupor and startling Hermione into slamming the record shut in surprise. Her centre immediately widened with bewilderment as she identified the approaching figures.

`` Why are you all here again ? I thought we all agreed to hunt down for clue ? We ca n't gather much information if we 're all here. '' said Hermione in mild annoyance as she saw the former DA fellow member drew near.

`` Well, we just found out the heavily way that the clientele atmosphere now is far from accommodating. We decided to shut the shop class until this unhurt ridiculous scam is over. masses refused to buy our stuff now just because we 're acquaintance with Harry and some had already resorted to vandalizing our assumption. '' admitted Fred ruefully.

`` The sucker seem to think that we had an evil conspiracy with Harry and that our mathematical product are basically dark aim in camouflage. They did n't bear in mind before though but now ... .I do n't know. mass are really fleeceable sometimes. '' said George II with the Same demoralize tone.

Hermione crossed her arms over her thorax and eye Cho and Lee quizzically, not realizing that she presented a very eldritch picture show of the butt Headmistress.

`` I came here because I have nothing better to do at home and besides, Cho 's coming too so I decided to go with her. '' said Lee sheepishly.

`` And I came here for Luna. There 's something that I need to discuss with her ... if she 's okay now, that is. '' said Cho calmly.

`` About Harry ? '' asked Ron curiously.

`` No, about Ginny. '' replied Cho and decided to change the theme before he could ask any more questions. `` Have you found anything useful ? '' she turned to Hermione.

`` Not yet. But maybe you could avail us. There 's a lot of books upstairs that we need to research and it 's very time-consuming. '' she replied. Then she added in a mock tinge. `` And of course of instruction, knowing Ron and Neville, I reckoned it would be best if I just do the indication myself. Think you 're up to it ? The books are Brobdingnagian and it would probably take me forever to read it all. ``

Cho stifled a giggle at that but managed to nod her head solemnly in assent.

`` We heard that ! '' exclaimed Neville and Ron indignantly but the girls just ignored them.

`` By the way, has prof McGonagall permitted you to stay here ? '' asked Hermione after a while.

The twins immediately shot surreptitious face with each other while Cho and Lee looked blankly at her. Obviously, they had not thought about it.

`` Well, I suppose you could ask her now. It would be highly impolite if you just stay here without informing her. '' suggested Neville helpfully, seeing their discomfort.

`` Thank you for your thoughtfulness, Mister Longbottom. I heard everything and I 'm allowing them to remain as long as necessary. You could all delay at Gryffindor student residence. '' They were all surprised to see the Headmistress appear behind them. `` Oh, I forgot to mention something. dame Pomfrey requested for a few daytime of rest so miss Lovegood shall be staying with you as well. I trust you know what and what-not to say around her. I do n't want her to have a relapsing now that she 's making so much progress. '' The headmistress said and turned to leave.

`` I hate it when they do that ! '' said Fred when the headmistress was gone.

`` What ? '' asked Ron. `` Always telling us what to do like we 're a clump of stupid child ? ``

`` No - just appearing out of nowhere. She 's just like Dumbledore. Caught us unaware several times before with that stunt. '' said George.

`` What were you doing then ? '' asked Hermione curiously.

`` mustiness you ask ? '' said both Fred and George with a grimace.

`` confidence me, Hermione, you would n't wish to live. '' said Lee in amusement and gave her a love expression.

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The seven teenager awkwardly looked on as the Headmistress led a queasy Luna inside the student residence. For practicality 's rice beer, all the girls had to stay in one room and the son at another. There was no problem with that arrangement. However, they were still ill at comfort at having Luna there since her presence would hamper them from discussing anything related to their present plight and excluding her will make her feel unwanted.

`` Um - Professor, are you sure it 's alright with them ? '' queried Luna as she noticed their strange expressions. The Headmistress glared at the seven before replying.

`` Of course, dear. Why would it not be ? '' She replied kindly and gave her a grin that was rarely seen by pupil, even those from her own house.

`` Oh, okey ! '' said Luna, still appearing unconvinced but decided to let it pass. `` Where 's Harry ? ``

`` Harry is on vacation, too. You 'll see him soon, do n't worry. '' replied professor McGonagall and shot warning glances at the early teenager who still had not spoken a I affair. `` I 'll be leaving you now. yield care of yourselves. ``

The awkward silence continued as they watched the Headmistress leave. It seemed that everyone was quite unsure of what to say with one another especially Cho who was currently staring at Luna with such intense concentration but could n't appear to find the tidings to press out herself. Even Fred and George V had nothing funny to say to break the ice. The silence only ended when Luna self-consciously sat down and pre-occupied herself by writing something on a bit of newspaper.

The boys immediately excused themselves and went back to their room while Hermione suddenly found it imperative to take a shower. Cho, still uncertain of what to do, stayed for a while, thinking that this was the perfect opportunity for them to discuss what she had in brain but she had not even uttered a word yet when Luna smiled weakly at her.

`` It 's okay, Cho. You do n't have to stay just because we 're from the same theatre. I can manage. '' said Luna before returning to what she was doing.

Cho felt her bosom pull with sympathy as she heard Luna say that. Poor miss ! Always assuming that cipher wanted her around. If she only knew that she got the boy every girl was dreaming of, she would not sense so unsafe. But she could not say her yet ... or could she ? Before the tragic incident, they had already gotten along well and were the merely ace to suspect Ginny of magic trick. She wanted to talk about it with someone who would understand and that mortal was Luna. Unfortunately, pushing the effect now might be harmful to her. 'No, this is not yet the time for that .'She thought and she left quietly before she could exchange her mind.

Luna tried to push away the teardrop that threatened to fall as she watched Cho leave. She should give birth stayed in the hospital offstage. At to the lowest degree there, she would not feel so hurt if anyone ignored her because nonentity else was there aside from brothel keeper Pomfrey who was always busy with her healing potions anyway. Her only visitor was Harry and she was contented with that. He made her joke with his jokes. He told her laughable storey about Hogwarts life ... He taught her respective magical tricks that she had not even imagined possible before ... and about of all, he made her tone special and proud of herself. But he was away now and she was stuck in this dormitory room where nobody even bothered to show her around. And they had been acting very odd ... very odd indeed.

As she continued her rumination, she noticed a newspaper peeking from behind the masking of the sofa on the opposite side. It looked as if it someone had shoved it there rather hastily. Feeling slightly amused and curious at the same time, she pulled the paper and began to read the figurehead page.

HARRY ceramicist MURDERED A century MUGGLES AT A company IN London ! ! !

HARRY POTTER GONE DARK TO AVENGE HIS GIRLFRIEND 'S FATE ! ! !

HARRY POTTER -- THE NEXT dark Divine ? ? ?


With trembling hands, she forced herself to read the articles underneath the shocking newspaper headline but the tears flooded her visual modality before she could even end the first paragraph. `` NOOOOOOOOOOO ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ``

'This can not be true !'She thought to herself then her oral sex throbbed painfully as she attempted to action the information she had just discovered. 'So, this is why everyone 's acting so weird. But this ca n't be truthful ... this ca n't be true ...'Then as the painful pounding on her head continued, respective alarming images flashed dangerously in her thinker. She saw her Father of the Church screaming in torture as Voldemort threw her to two death-eaters ... She saw Voldemort disarm his opponents ... Then, she witnessed as a death-eater shot the killing whammy on her father ... `` NOOOOOOOOOOOO ! ! ! FATHER ! ! ! ! '' She struggled to stay witting but the pain was unendurable. The shoemaker's last thing she heard before her physical structure succumbed to the excruciating mavin was the frightened shout of her current student residence mates.

`` LUNA ! '' called Hermione but was shocked to find her unconscious configuration lying on the primer coat with one deal still clutching what looked like the previous day 's newspaper. She carefully removed the newspaper from the young woman 's grasp to confirm her suspicion. `` WHO LEFT THIS PIECE OF GARBAGE LYING AROUND ? ! ? '' she angrily asked the others, waving the offensive paper in social movement of them.

Ron shuffled his invertebrate foot nervously as he stared from the composition to the couch. `` S-sorry, Herm. I was in a rushing ... I guess I di -- - ''

`` -- YOU DID N'T THINK - TYPICAL ! HOW WE ENDED UP TOGETHER IS STILL A mystifier TO ME ! '' said Hermione in exasperation then she carefully levitated Luna 's soundbox and placed her to a more prosperous home. `` McGonagall will be white. She has n't even spend one night here and take care what happens. ''

`` What are we going to do now ? Shall we inform the headmistress ? '' asked Neville timidly.

`` Not right now. Let 's wait until Luna comes around first then we 'll look at it from there. '' said Cho as she surveyed Luna 's typeface .'I should have stayed ...'

`` I think that would be wise. We 'll aim turns at keeping an eye on her until she wakes up. Cho and I can take the 1st turn, Fred and George next, then Neville and Lee, then Ron. Ron will have no married person because this is his fault. '' said Hermione and pushed the boy away before they could voice out any objection.

`` I feel dreaded ... '' admitted Cho when the boys were finally out of sight.

`` Me, too. '' said Hermione ruefully. `` I should have checked the room but I guess it escaped my mind. ``

`` But what 's done is done. Let 's just hope that Luna 's alright when she wakes up. '' said Cho in resignation.

`` I hope this accident triggers her memory board back. '' said Hermione and they both fell silent as they watched the girl who had already suffered a lot. The foremost time of day had passed ... Luna was still unconscious ... .Second hr ... .No modification at all and the two fille were already feeling their eyelids droop from fatigue duty and lethargy ... Third minute ....

`` No, do n't harm him anymore ... .please ... '' The two shot up at once and stared groggily at Luna.

`` I guess she 's dreaming about her father. '' whispered Cho, trying her best to stifle a yawn.

`` Luna ... Luna ... wake up ! '' Hermione shook Luna 's shoulders to jerk her away from her nightmare.

`` No ... ..please ... ..please ... .do n't hurt him ... '' the girl pleaded and her body convulsed as if she was in terrible pain.

`` Cho, you better get McGonagall now ... I 'll get the boys. '' said Hermione at once as Luna 's cry was replaced by a howl of pain.

Within a few minutes, all were gathered around Luna while professor McGonagall tried to site the school nurse immediately.

`` LUNA ! LUNA ! WAKE UP ! ! ! ! '' They all shouted at once then feeling desperate, Hermione slapped Luna 's allow for buttock forcefully.

`` I saw it in a muggle movie once and it worked. '' she explained as the others stared at her in puzzlement. Amazingly, Luna started to quiver her palpebra slowly until she was able to pry them open. Neville quickly offered a methamphetamine of pee which she gratefully accepted.

Then Luna glared accusingly at each of them. `` Why did n't you tell me ? And what is the meaning of those ridiculous article ? ''

The others shifted their stare uneasily. They had never witnessed Luna on an angry fit before and seeing it now made them extremely uncomfortable. She 's almost care Harry when he 's really upset about something.

`` Luna, we wanted to tell you but brothel keeper Pomfrey forbid us to do so. She said we had to let you heal on your own. '' said Cho in an apologetic tone.

`` S-she also said that you might sustain a nervous dislocation or something ... so we had to expect ... '' said Hermione.

`` And what about the news ? Have n't you bothered to correct them ? That 's really preposterous ! Harry would never ever do those ugly things ! Has the wizarding world conveniently forgot what he did for them ? The sacrifices he made ? How he almost died so that the others may endure ? '' yelled Luna angrily, ignoring the others'endeavor to calm her down.

`` Luna, you 're compensate. The news is trumpery. But there 's a Brobdingnagian trouble and the only thing that could help us right now is to guess that we believe those taradiddle. '' said prof McGonagall who had just arrived along with professor Snape and dame Pomfrey.

`` Luna, drink this potion. It will avail you calm down. '' said Madam Pomfrey as she examined her patient. `` Are you feeling alright ? ``

`` Yes, thank you. '' replied Luna and turned her tending back to her housemates.

`` We 're blue about what happened to your beginner, Luna. It must be really terrible. '' said Ron sympathetically. He could identify with her because he had almost lost his father at the ministry too.

Luna 's expression softened immediately at the mention of her father. She remembered every unpleasant details of her life now. Her father joined Voldemort 's army to guarantee her rubber but in the end, it had all been a lie. Voldemort never kept the promise that he would let her go if her Father-God followed his dictation. In the end, her don dropped all pretense and rushed to save his only child but he failed. He was killed mercilessly by one of Voldemort 's loyal followers.

`` By the way, I 'm sorry if I hurt you. You were having a nightmare and we 're already getting heroic so I slapped you. '' said Hermione.

`` nightmare ? '' Luna looked blank shell for a moment.

`` Yeah ... you were pleading for someone not to hurt your father. '' said Cho. `` Are you sure you 're O.K. ? ``

`` Yes, I 'm perfectly fine, especially now that I can recollect everything. But who said I 'm dreaming about my father ? '' asked Luna anxiously.

Hermione and Cho looked at one another. `` wellspring, actually, we just assumed that you were having a nightmare about him. '' said Hermione.

`` No, I 'm not. It 's Harry. He 's being tortured. '' said Luna apprehensively and glanced back at the paper. `` That 's why those tale can not be true. They 've got him and we need to rescue him NOW. ``

`` Harry ? ''

`` Luna, you know it 's just a aspiration .... ''

`` No, it 's not just a pipe dream ... I can not explain it but it 's like Harry was sending me a vision of what 's happening to him ... '' said Luna desperately.

`` Hey ! Maybe it 's just like Harry 's vision when dad was bitten by a snake in the grass ! '' exclaimed Ron in astonishment.

`` But Luna 's not a prophet ! '' countered another.

`` And neither is Harry - but his imagination had been precise ! '' said Ron heatedly.

`` MERLIN ! DO N'T YOU WISH TO KNOW WHO GOT HIM ? ! ? '' yelled Luna in frustration.

`` Who got him ? '' asked everyone with great interest.

`` Voldemort, of row. Who else ? '' answered Luna with often pain as if she thought that it was pretty obvious and that they were just wasting their clock time talking when Harry urgently needed to be rescued.

`` V-Voldemort ? '' croaked the Headmistress nervously.

`` But he 's dead ! '' exclaimed Fred and George IV at once.

`` No, he 's not ! '' she insisted.

`` You passed out ... you did n't see everything. Harry was able to kill him. '' Lee argued once more.

`` NO, HE DID NOT ! ``

`` misfire Lovegood, please be reasonable. The nightmare is over. Harry defeated the dark Godhead lowest October. '' said prof McGonagall, adopting her rear deportment once more to settle the brewing dispute.

`` NO, HE DID NOT ! ! ! HOW MANY TIMES DO I HAVE TO Tell YOU ? ! ? WE pauperism TO GET TO HARRY BEFORE IT 'S TOO LATE ! '' screamed Luna vehemently. This clock time, the tremendous spyglass jar on one corner of the room suddenly exploded into tiny pieces. Then Luna 's pupils vanished and her eyes blazed white with rage, scaring the wits out of those who witnessed the shocking transformation.

`` How do you have it away ? '' queried prof Snape stonily as he glanced curiously at the shattered jar and at her glowing eyes.

`` Because Harry said so ... ''
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`` ... .and unlike some people I know, I believe him. ``

The DA members looked nervously at one another. Harry had repeatedly said the Saame thing to them but they refused to believe him. They purposely closed their optic to the possibility just because believing otherwise was so much simpler. But they should have known better. After all Harry was the only one who have fought with Voldemort directly before. He was the only one who could tell the divergence.

The Headmistress seemed terribly unnerved by Luna 's outburst and was not capable to say anything so they looked helplessly upon the Potions master copy to ingest complaint of the situation.

`` If you insist. enjoin us what you saw and let 's see if it 's real. '' said Professor Snape evenly, his formulation abyssal as he contemplated silently on what he just saw. Luna had always been shy and reserved. It was very disconcerting to see her suddenly salvo with power of such magnitude in a fit of anger ... .just like Harry.

The others waited patiently as Luna pacified herself before she shared her visual modality with them.

`` It would be quicker if you see it yourself. '' said Luna, then with astonishing speed and incredible magical spillage, she conjured a white sheet over the rampart and closed her eyes in acute concentration. Unsure of what to await, they just stared blankly on the white canvas and waited. Then to their amazement, images started to come out on the screen enabling them to clearly visualize Harry 's condition.

`` H-how -- -- '' Ron began to ask but prof Snape glared dangerously at him.

`` Do n't interrupt her ! '' he whispered angrily.

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Harry 's work force were held tightly by two heavyset silver Ernst Boris Chain - the only things that were keeping him from falling into the roaring inferno four infantry underneath his thin soundbox. Around him were ten hooded form moving about in a runny apparent motion while two others were mercilessly taking turns into whipping his already unconscious mind strain. His apparel were torn from the lash and blood was oozing from his wounds but his teaser'lecherousness for affliction seemed insatiable.

`` Is he washy already ? '' asked a cold voice of a number who had arrived to check on the captive 's condition. The man had claw-like fingers and ruby middle. It was Voldemort.

`` Yes, Master. We have been doing this for an hour now even after he collapsed from the pain. I do n't think he would be doing much legerdemain now. '' declared one of the whipper proudly.

The dark lord cackled with pleasure at the news program then he flicked his wand slightly at the captive. `` ENERVATE ! ''

At the spell, Harry 's eyes weakly opened but he did not seem surprised at seeing Voldemort in front of him. Nor did he appear terrified. In fact, if one would look closely, one would mark a hint of amusement there. contrary to their assumption, he was not unconscious ... He was merely pre-occupied with establishing a link with his girlfriend so that at least one person would recognise the truth even if he failed to survive this tardy encounter. `` Hello, Tom. ''

`` So you 're obsessed with pleasantries now, thrower ? Do n't vex, I can dally along. '' said the dark lord in mock amusement. `` howdy, Harry. I 'm 'pleased'to match you. ''

`` No, Tom. I am the one PLEASED to meet you. '' said Harry and was elated to remark a darkness of incertitude crown of thorns Voldemort 's face.

`` What do you stand for ? '' asked the immorality wizard venomously.

`` You mean you do n't cognize ? '' Harry feigned ignorance and donned a appall look. `` But your minions claimed that you were omnipotent and omniscient ... Oh, well, I guess everybody was entitled to his or her own opinion. '' Then he smiled widely at the dark lord.

Voldemort stared at the boy in disarray. He was not used to this abrupt variety in Potter 's attitude towards him. Whereas before, he could easily scare off the boy, now it seemed that his hanker fourth dimension enemy felt confident enough to scorn him despite of his obvious disadvantage. Maybe the boy was planning another surprisal ... yes, that must be it.

`` Wormtail, bring the captives now ! '' he yelled instead, hoping to draw out a few surprises of his own.

Within minutes, Wormtail arrived with Dragon and Ginny and pushed them in front of Voldemort. But Harry still seemed unruffled.

`` What are you up to, ceramist ? '' asked the dark Godhead coldly.

`` zero. You were the one who was up to something. Faking your death like that ... pigeon hawk ! You should be ashamed of yourself ... really, imitating Wormtail of all masses ... tsk ... tsk..tsk ... I expected more from the dark Godhead. '' scoffed Harry, putting an emphasis on the 'LORD'part in the most sarcastic tint that he could make do. From his eminent position, he noticed a slight smirk on Draco 's lips and he pondered whether it would be possible that genus Draco was not as bad as he thought. Maybe Luna was in good order ...

`` Yes, I faked my own death. Since I could not get storage area of that ridiculous prophesy, I devised another way to chance out how you plan to defeat me. Clever, am I not ? '' said Voldemort and his eerie laughter filled the elbow room once again. `` Now, I know your ultimate design and I 'm pleased to inform you that our sidekick wands wo n't have to duel with each other again. ``

`` Why ? You 've forced Mr. Ollivander to cook you another scepter ? '' asked Harry nonchalantly. At the looking of surprisal on Voldemort 's expression, he added somewhat coolly. `` You did n't intend I 'd cipher it out, do you ? Mind you, I knew about Bellatrix too. She was the individual behind the masque and you put a spell on her voice and taught her enough wandless magic to upshot the magic trick. You just forgot one minor detail, though. Even if you were able to force Ollivander to add Fawkes'plume into her wand, it WAS still HER wand and I happen to lie with that SHE, NOT YOU, was the one who killed Dog Star. You should have gone all out with your juvenile scheme and let her use your baton. ''

Voldemort was momentarily taken aback by this but he recovered rapidly. He gave him a mock applause. `` Splendid ! But you 're wrong on one account. I happen to like my verge and it will stay that way, whereas yours was already .... broken into half ... .by your own headmistress. '' He said slowly to let the devastating tidings cesspit more painfully but if he was expecting Harry to look angry or sad, he was severely disappointed. Incensed by his want of answer, he levitated the Clarence Shepard Day Jr.'newspaper publisher so that the boy could read the bad news for himself.

`` fountainhead ? '' prompted Voldemort.

`` wellspring what ? '' said Harry, his face blank.

`` What do you think about those little headlines bearing your wanted name ? Were you shocked that the wizarding macrocosm do n't see you as a hero now ? Even your friends and former allies have deserted you now ... '' sneered Voldemort malevolently.

`` Actually - No. It would occupy more than that to shock me now. So what do you project to do after successfully ruining my reputation ? '' asked Harry with the same blank expression. `` You 'll threaten to stamp out me again ? '' he added disdainfully.

`` Threaten ? Not threaten, ceramicist. I 'll kill you this time and without your annoying trespass, I would be free to inhibit the wizarding world once more. '' said Voldemort, his middle glinting evilly at the vista of finally being able-bodied to get rid of the most dangerous obstacle in his path.

`` Oh please, do n't secernate me we 're back to that again. Honestly, could n't you total up with a safe word of farewell speech ? It loses its hustle once heard too often. '' said Harry, the derision in his articulation was unmistakeable.

`` Is that so ? Maybe it would be more entertaining if someone from your own mansion kills you instead. '' He motioned Ginny to follow forward gave her a verge then he pointed his own wand at Draco. `` putting to death him now, child, or I 'll toss off the Loretta Young Malfoy. ``

Harry glanced at the two captives and saw Ginny crying silently as she took the sceptre handed to her with a shivering hand. Draco mouthed a precipitate apology to him and lowered his gaze in defeat to debar witnessing the consequence. Harry immediately lost his density and the connection with Luna was instantly broken.

`` It 's ok, Ginny. Do what you must. I understand. ``

Voldemort became suddenly wary of his well-off conformation and decided to bucket along the process. `` CRUCIO ! '' he sent the piece at Draco whose weakened body rapidly fell on the basis in bother. Then he turned to the daughter impatiently. `` DO IT NOW ! ``

`` A-Ave-da K-Ke-dav ... .ra .... '' murmured Ginny tearfully and fell to the soil in self-reproach as she saw the viridity lightness struck Harry squarely on the chest. Sobbing hysterically, she now realized that she had indeed foolishly chosen the wrong slope. She had just murdered one of her expert friends -- the same soul who saved her before. How could she ? She was even spoilt than Voldemort !

Seeing her disconsolate body politic, Voldemort decided that two More statement would be enough. But he did not require to stay. After all, Harry was dead and there was no pauperism for him to waste any more of his cherished time.

`` Wormtail, I 'll pull up stakes you here to destroy the evidences. sink the soundbox into the fire. '' ordered Voldemort wickedly, then he turned to Dragon. `` Mr. Malfoy, due to your male parent 's recent achievement, I 'm willing to hand you another chance to make up up for your sooner disobedience. Dispose of the girl and you can come back to my good seemliness. You do n't want to be a letdown to your founder, do you ? ''

Draco, whose boldness was still hidden, changed his look to one of aristocratic haughtiness before he faced the evil man. `` Yes, My Jehovah. It would be a pleasure. '' He heard him inform Wormtail that they would be leaving. Maybe, now 's their hazard to break loose ...

`` Excellent choice, genus Draco. Your male parent shall be pleased. We 'll be expecting you at the Malfoy manor soon. '' said Voldemort and ordered his former servants to disapparate with him.

When Voldemort and the other death-eaters were gone, Draco and Wormtail immediately dropped the pretense and hurried to Ginny 's side.

`` Ginny, I could erase your retention of this if you want. '' offered Wormtail but the daughter shook her head vigorously.

`` No, I want to think back every detail of where my foolishness had led me. I want to instil in my judgment that I had just murdered one of the kindest soul I know. If I have to go to Azkaban for that, I will. '' cried Ginny and continued to sob uncontrollably.

`` This is all my fault. '' said Draco in torture and held the weeping anatomy in his arms.

`` Dragon, Ginny ... that 's enough ... You must fly the coop now. Do n't neutralise clock time. Voldemort will get mistrustful if I do n't turn up at the manor soon. '' said Wormtail nervously.

`` No, you must fare with us. We need your assistance. We do n't know where to go. '' said Draco in desperation. `` And we must withdraw ceramicist 's body with us. The to the lowest degree we could do is have him a proper burial. ``

Wormtail silently struggled with himself before coming up with a decision. Voldemort would obliterate him anyway if he found out that he let the two escape. `` Alright, I 'll come with you. '' He unlocked the chains on Harry 's hands and levitated him carefully to the ground. Then, he took out the portkey that he had prepared earlier in the Leslie Townes Hope that the opportunity to flee would come up. Within instant, the four were transported to a billet that only Wormtail had any knowledge of.

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The onlookers panicked slightly when the images on the screen disappeared. The last scene they witnessed was that of Voldemort forcing Ginny to slay Harry and using Draco as the musical instrument to see to it her compliance.

`` What happened ? '' asked Snape, deeply disturbed by the scene. It was very real and the possibility of Harry 's survival was almost non-existent.

`` The connection was broken even before you woke me up. Harry must receive broken it off or something ... I 'm not sure what it meant ... '' replied Luna miserably.

`` So what are we going to do now ? '' asked Fred.

`` I do n't know. ''

`` Severus, did you make out the station ? '' asked the astounded Headmistress.

`` Unfortunately not. '' said Snape with uncharacteristic sadness in his vox.

`` Then, I guess we have no way to locate them unless H-harry survived and decided to commune with Luna again. '' said Hermione, feeling hangdog that they had not taken Harry 's warning seriously before.

`` Sorry, but I do n't reckon I could forgive you and your sis if she went through with it. '' said Luna truthfully at Ginny 's sidekick. `` Cho and I already suspected her before but your emotions got in the way. ''

Ron, Fred and George VI sadly lowered their head in shame. What Luna had said was honest. If they had not been too refractory, then they would birth found out sooner what Ginny was up to and they would have been in the office to serve her return to the right path. They protected her too much ... and now, all of them were paying the price. This was war, and in war, ties among friends and families were usually not as strong as the bonds of choice.

Cho looked from the Weasley sidekick and the irate Luna and decided that it was clip to steer the discussion to a safer topic. `` Luna, I was thinking ... Can you also communicate with Harry through that judgement sound projection thing ? ``

`` I do n't get laid. I have n't tried it yet. '' said Luna then furrowed her forehead once more in concentration.

`` Then maybe you should try. '' said Cho hopefully.

`` I just did but there was no reaction. '' said Luna in defeat.

`` fountainhead, at to the lowest degree we were capable to unravel part of the mystery. '' said Hermione to cheer everyone up. `` Now, we know Voldemort 's still around and that he designed a most exposit plot to divide and stamp down the wizarding world and to eliminate his enemy in the spoilt way possible. ``

`` You consider THAT a good thing ? '' said Lee in confusion.

`` Yes. It is better than not knowing anything at all. '' agreed Cho.

`` By the way, how did you learn to do that ? '' asked Neville in wonder, pointing at the make-shift screen.

`` Harry taught me. I also wondered why he was exerting so a great deal effort into teaching me but now I understand completely. You did not believe him and the DA lost its intent. But he knew that this is going to happen so he decided to share what he knew with me and we spent about of the clock time practicing spells. He prepared me for the unfit. '' replied Luna in a cold vox that they had not heard before. `` Now, if you 'll exempt me, I need to rest. ''

`` Luna ... '' called Snape when she was halfway up the stairs.

`` What ? ''

`` zero. '' replied Snape after a moment 's wavering but Luna nodded as if she was able to understand the silent question in his mind.
Chapter 8 - The Unholy Alliance ( part 2 )


`` Ouch ! Wormtail, could n't you have prepared a indulgent landing berth for us ? '' complained Draco as they fell on a heap on a marble flooring.

`` Oops, sorry. But I was in a hurry. '' said Wormtail defensively.

`` Aahhhh ! ! ! '' They heard Ginny yell in fright. They immediately brought their scepter out.

`` What 's the problem ? ``

`` N-nothing. Harry 's dead body just fell on top of me. It was disgusting ! '' said Ginny tearfully as she scrambled away from the clay, looking highly embarrassed and scared at the same time. No one noticed the flimsy twitching of Harry 's lips.

`` By the way, where the hell are we ? '' asked Draco after ensuring that Ginny 's okay.

`` Godric 's hole - Potter 's old house. '' replied Wormtail.

`` WE ARE AT ceramicist 'S HOUSE ! ! ! '' exclaimed Ginny and Draco, clearly unnerved by the revelation.

`` Do n't overreact. I just thought that this is the finally place they would expect to incur us ... and with sure circumstances ... I guess it would be fitting to return Harry 's body to where it really belonged. '' said Wormtail sadly in recollection of his own treachery.

As expected, no one bothered to seem at Harry 's reaction at the mention of his house but of course, what person in his veracious United States Department of State of creative thinker would condition for a cadaver 's response ? However, had they taken the prison term to give him even the merest of a glance, they would sustain noticed his partially covered eyes scanning the room with groovy interest.

`` Harry 's parents and he would probably haunt us here forever ... '' said Ginny nervously.

'Oh, what a glorious idea ! Thanks, Ginny .'imagine Harry in entertainment. Then trying not to move his hands too much, he caused the furniture on the way rearrange itself ... Afterwards, he levitated his parents'portrait and halted it directly in front of the three.

`` Wormtail, I told you so ... we had to get out of here fast before it 's too recently ... '' cried Ginny but Wormtail was not listening. He knelt on the ground and apologized profusely to his previous in effect friends.

`` I 'm really sorry for betraying you ... .Lily..James ... Shangri-la knows I 've suffered enough ... and your son ... He gave me the chance but I let the opportunity slip on my fingers ... I was a coward ... take me if it could placate your anger ... but let the shaver go ... They 're still offspring ... They can still change their ways ... '' said Wormtail remorsefully then he began to punch himself hard for every crime he committed under Voldemort 's might.

Draco and Ginny were hugging each other for living as they watched upon Wormtail 's act of penance. It would have been funny if the state of affairs had not been that dangerous but right now, it looked so creepy.

`` M-Mr. and Mrs potter, I 'm sorry too for making your son 's biography miserable at Hogwarts.. '' said Draco in the Saame penitent tone.

`` It 's my fault, too. If I had not chosen to follow Voldemort, he would still be active today ... I have been goosy ... but that reason is unacceptable ... You can penalise me ... and if that punishment would be decease ... then so be it. '' said Ginny as she continued to cry in anguish.

Harry heard their confessions and endeavour at an apologia but he was not quite finished yet. With another wave of his helping hand, he moved the portraits out of the way and projected the scene of his parents'dying on the wall. Then he levitated himself high up and called their tending.

`` YOU, treasonist ! WHY HAVE YOU DECIDED TO joint THE EVIL SIDE ? '' his booming spokesperson echoed around the house and the three terrified creatures faced what they thought was a living dead Harry with exceedingly contrite expressions.

`` H-harry ? '' whispered Ginny as her eyes widened in fear.

`` No enough reason to justify our actions - it was just plain lust for power and blindness to the Truth. '' stated Draco bravely and resigned himself to his fate.

`` WHAT ABOUT YOU, PETER ? '' his escalated consistence glowed dangerously as he impatienly waited for his reply.

`` I have been stupid ... .absolutely poor fish ... If you can rule it in your heart to forgive me then I 'd be bequeath to die peacefully in your paw. '' said Wormtail and he, too, resigned himself to what lay ahead.

`` HOW CAN I BE SURE THAT YOU WO N'T BETRAY THE Light Within SIDE AGAIN ? '' demanded Harry. The three looked up expectantly. It seemed like they were not going to die today after all.

`` You 're ghost could watch our action everyday, and if you see us straying again from the track of good, then it 's your decision to make. '' replied Wormtail and the former two nodded in correspondence.

`` Very well, I 'll hold on to your words for now. '' said Harry then feeling the effect of extravagant use of tycoon added to the hurting he had to endure before, he closed his eyes and was ineffectual to control himself from falling on top of Ginny once more.

`` AHHHHH ! ! ! ! ! ! ! '' screamed Ginny and forced his body away from her. Harry weakly stood up and gave Ginny a implike smile.

`` Hey, what 's incorrect ? You did n't appear to listen that when we were at the common room. '' he drawled and gave Draco a half-smile.

Ginny immediately turned scarlet at the reference of her foolishness then as if something just occurred to her, she tentatively touched Harry 's cheek. It was warm.

`` Y-you 're alive ? '' she asked as if she could n't believe it was possible.

Draco and Wormtail reluctantly touched his cheek too.

`` Y-you 're alive ! '' They both exclaimed incredulously.

`` Yeah - that would explain the breathing ... '' said Harry sarcastically.

`` B-but how ? We all saw it materialise ! '' Their sighs of relief was unmistakeable.

`` Let me show you what really transpired. '' said Harry then summoning what was left of his strong suit, he projected his own death scene on the wall in slow motion and the three watched the result carefully.

As Ginny was about to spud the killing nemesis on Harry, a drop of tear fell upon the verge and instead of the carry greenish light, a white beam escaped from its tip instead. Then mere inches after it left the wand, Harry waved his immure script slightly and the ovalbumin beam was transformed into a special K one.

`` That, my booster, is one of the wonders of magic. As what Bellatrix, your sometime ally, had told me, the Word of God are not enough ... .you need to really mean it ... you have to take up intense pleasure in inflicting pain and in my character -- decease. You were not meant to be a murderer, Ginny and I 'm beaming of that fact. '' said Harry as he halted the demonstration.

`` You called us 'friends'? '' croaked Wormtail in disbelief.

`` Yes, why not ? You did not get out my body to rot in that wretched place - that in itself was singular enough. Then I heard your apologies earlier and the promise to alter. I am not a God but I 'm bequeath to forgive you because I know that it is the right to do. '' explained Harry.

`` Oh, I 'm really dreary, Harry. Thank you for being so kind. '' said Ginny and she kissed him lightly on the cheek in gratitude. Draco did not look too please with it, though, but he did not say anything.

`` Never creative thinker that. After what I 've just shown you, do you still think that you could sustain taken me that easily ? '' said Harry sardonically.

`` No, I suppose not. Actually, I wondered about that but I had assumed that the potion was very efficacious. '' admitted Ginny.

`` It was not that potent for me. If you could recall correctly, I stayed conscious long enough to interrogate you then I allowed myself to 'pass out'so that you could convey me to wherever your skipper was. To be fair, Voldemort 's eerie silence had been bugging me for months and I wanted to meet him soon to end my agony. I have to admit that your little charade was very timely ... '' said Harry then he gave another taunting grin at Draco. `` ... and besides, I enjoyed the show ... immensely ! '' He laughed out loud at the view of Draco 's reddened nerve and tensed expression.

`` You 're regurgitate, Potter. '' squabble Dragon angrily.

`` Hey, chill out ! I 'm just joking ! I have a very adorable girlfriend waiting for me you know. '' said Harry and smiled as he thought about Luna .'I wonder how she 's doing now ... Maybe I can visit her later ...'

`` Fine. We can drop that. Anyway, if you 're so muscular how come you did not use the killing torment then ? You had the thoroughgoing opportunity. '' said Draco.

`` I wish I could. I have the ability but unfortunately, I do n't give the intent. Not to bring up the fact that if I had indeed finished him off, I would be forever wondering about your loyalties. No, I have early program for Voldemort and I am not just after him ... I want ALL of his devoted athletic supporter and slave, too. `` replied Harry and after a while he added. `` Consider yourselves very fortunate that I have decided to spare you. ``

The three looked at one another and instantly made a solving not to be swayed by evil temptation again. Harry did not need to elaborate. The operose scourge underlying his assuredness words was enough.
`` I have to go somewhere. '' said Wormtail uneasily after a while.

`` Where are you going ? '' asked Dragon warily.

`` I need to get help. We ca n't stay here forever ... we need some place more secure and I know of only one person who could help us. '' replied Wormtail and waited for Harry 's approval.

Harry held his arm where the non-white print was located. A few minutes of excruciating pain followed then Harry waved him off. `` Go on but do n't pack too long. ''

Wormtail stared at his arm in amazement. The glum target was gone. Forcing back the lump on his throat, he disapparated silently.

`` You trust him ? '' asked Ginny in admiration after he left.

`` I 'm trying. '' replied Harry casually.

`` How did you get a line all those clobber ? '' asked Draco curiously, a small confident now that he was certain that Harry was not on a vengeful streak.

`` That ... .is something that I do not care to divulge as of this moment. Do n't forget, you 're still under probation. I may be forgiving ... but I am definitely not poor fish. '' declared Harry in a common cold voice that implied a coarse end for them if they ever betray him once more.

With nothing better to do, Harry wandered around the planetary house with Draco while Ginny prepared some food for them including whoever Wormtail was going to impart with him.

`` Your house is not that bad, ceramicist. '' said Draco in admiration as they viewed the marvelous collection of books at the mini-library, the wide array of magical objects and all other details that depicted the ceramicist fortune so lavishly.

`` For once, I agree with you. '' grinned Harry.

`` Wan na play wizard Bromus secalinus ? ``

`` No, thanks ... It 's outside my field of expertise. Ron 's the in effect at that game. '' said Harry and smiled at genus Draco 's facial expression of disbelief.

`` I did n't call up Weasley was ever goodness at anything. '' said Dragon then clamped one bridge player at his rima oris, afraid that he had offended Harry.

`` You 'd be surprised. Ron 's good at a lot of matter ... and he 's very weather too. You know during our first year, Ron beat McGonagall 's Bromus secalinus set and he urged us to go on even if he was already injured. Then on our second year, we had to go to the dark forest to watch the spider. Ron has a phobia with those animal but he still came with me ... amazing ! '' said Harry, smiling as he recalled his adventures with his best acquaintance.

`` Why are you telling me these, Harry ? '' asked Draco in confusedness, not realizing that he had just referred to his former shoal enemy by his low figure. Harry raised one brow before he replied.

`` Because you 're my supporter now and I 'm treating you as how I usually treat my supporter. ``

`` Oh, okeh. Then, I suppose you 're going to promise me 'Draco'now. '' said Dragon awkwardly. It was Wyrd being booster with Potter but it was surely considerably than nothing.

`` Of row, Draco. I think we better come down. I have a notion that Wormtail would be back soon. '' said Harry.

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`` Snape ? '' Harry and Draco stared incredulously at the Slytherin oral sex and at Wormtail who was twitching on his bum nervously.

`` I see St. Peter was telling the truth when he told me that you were here, potter. '' said Snape and gave everyone a smile.

Harry was dumbfounded. Snape ? Smiled ? And at him, too. This was weird but he decided to play it sang-froid. `` So, tool, what help could he possibly give us ? ``

`` Snape was one of the most wily spy of Voldemort before his defection. He could supply us with informations on shoes where Voldemort would not be able-bodied to find us so easily and being gratuitous to interact with other wizards, he could also supply us with indispensable detail regarding Voldemort 's activities. '' said Wormtail nervously.

To everyone 's astonishment, Harry gave a soft chuckle at showtime, then a little laugh until finally he could n't hold his hilarity anymore. He rolled with laugh as if soul was tickling his ribs and the looker-on were already suspecting that someone had sent a tickling charm on him.

`` Sorry ... I just found it rather comical for all of us to bond together like this. This is plainly -- - `` Harry struggled to find the seize description.

`` Strange ... ? '' said Ginny. Harry shook his head.

`` Odd ... ? '' said Draco but Harry did not find it fitting.

`` I was thinking Thomas More along the lines of annoying ... and disturbing.. '' said Harry.

`` Unholy .... '' suggested Snape helpfully and Harry 's smiled widened.

`` Yeah, that 's it ! UNHOLY ALLIANCE -- - I never imagined the time would come when all of us would fight on the same side. Really weird ! '' said Harry then he turned to Snape. `` So, how 's shoal ? Is everyone still thinking I 'm the future darkness lord ? ``

`` No, the DA and parliamentary law members believe someone was just impersonating you but we 've been pretending that we believe in the chronicle. Also, Luna has made an amazing convalescence. '' reported Snape.

`` Oh, I 'm so glad about that. Did she distinguish you about what happened ? ''

`` No. ''

Harry 's face fell.

`` Luna did not secernate us ... .she SHOWED us. ``

`` She did ? That 's even substantially ! ``

`` Yes and it was very enlightening. Where did you get wind to do that, thrower ? '' asked Snape curiously.

`` What - the irony ? From you, of course. '' replied Harry dismissively. `` So, if this place gets too hot, where else can we hide ? ``

`` fountainhead, you can either choose between Snape house and Dumbledore Palace. '' replied Snape.

`` Dumbledore has a palace ? '' asked Ginny with much interest.

`` I 'm rather partial to grandeur myself. I think I prefer Dumbledore 's castle. '' said Draco enthusiastically.

`` Unfortunately for you, pal. I 'm choosing Snape manse and that 's where we are going following. '' replied Harry and was amused to see the disappointment on the faces of the early two teenager. However, his decision was not mainly to annoy the them. He wanted to get to know Snape improve and a hint of a smile showed that his previous professor was pleased by his choice.

`` I would organise the house and I 'll inform you as soon as it is necessary for you to go there. '' said Snape cheerfully, ignoring the annoyed whispers of Dragon and Ginny.

`` Thank you, Professor. '' said Harry. Then adopting a serious tone, he beckoned to Snape and whispered a request. `` Listen. Voldemort will soon declare that I 'm dead so you upright make believe to believe it too. And do n't tell anyone that you have seen me. I 'm planning a little surprise for everyone. When certain citizenry begin to disappear, offer to expect for them. You will act as if you 're really exerting an effort into finding them but you 're going to come up with null. volition you do that ? ``

`` As long as you 're on the light side. '' agreed Snape conditionally.

`` Do n't worry. I am and always will be. '' said Harry, appreciating his cautiousness.


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Chapter 9 - Polite Discussion


`` You 've changed ... '' observed Snape casually.

`` Really ? Not the attention-seeking-good-for-nothing-son-of-James-Potter anymore ? '' queried Harry in a mocking tone. He was surprised when the usually snide professor did not deduct head from his planetary house for his 'disrespectful'attitude.

`` What happened to you, potter ? '' asked the Professor curiously, for once ignoring his angsty behaviour.

`` So we 're back to our normal term of endearment. That 's a relief ! I do n't think it would be estimable for my sanity if we become chummy all of a sudden. '' said Harry, shuddering slightly for effect. `` Well, to resolve your inquiry, I 've realized that people now find it terribly difficult to believe my stories ... I miss the times when Dumbledore only had to say that he believes me and then everyone else will follow. '' Snape raised one night supercilium at that. `` ... -- most of the people that matters at least -- but since the supposed defeat of Voldemort, mass tend to be blind. Maybe it 's because they prefer to trust that the evil had passed and that our public is normal again. ``

`` What 's your program then ? '' said Snape.

`` Yeah, we want to hear it, too. '' said Draco who went closer to join their conversation. Wormtail and Ginny also looked at him expectantly.

Harry groaned at having to go over his architectural plan with them. He still had to set to this unexpected truce. Unfortunately, he had to desire them with it in decree for his plan to do work. `` All rightfulness, the program is simple actually. We 'll just let Voldemort go on with his architectural plan -- ''

`` What ! ! ! That 's the vivid program you 've been talking about ? '' exclaimed genus Draco incredulously.

`` Err ... not exactly. '' said Harry somewhat sheepishly.

`` You said something about disappearing of some people ... '' prodded Snape while placing one substantial hand on Dragon 's mouth to refrain him from sputtering other cockeyed garbage.

`` I was planning on asking Hermione 's help into finding former ways to do away with the enemies then of course, I also want Luna with me ... then take the others until it 's metre ... '' The others looked dubiously at him. Harry threw up his hands in licking. `` Okay, fine. I admit the plan is not perfect yet. I 'm counting on your knowledge of the dark arts and Voldemort himself to polish it if you 're up to the challenge. '' said Harry, disgruntled. For a sec, he seemed like his old self again -- unassuming and vulnerable -- and clearly, he was not pleased with it. He scowled at the others as he waited for their response.

`` Um - Harry, do you know about the prophecy ? '' ventured Wormtail after a moment 's hesitation.

`` You mean the prophecy that Voldemort was so weirdo about ? Of course, I knew. Would I be exerting this lots effort if I did n't ? '' retorted Harry angrily. He was expecting some hypnotism not irritatingly foolish questions.

`` No, not that one. About the other prognostication ? '' said Wormtail reluctantly.

Harry looked confused. What prophecy was he talking about ? He glanced at Snape 's puzzled expression. He did n't make out about it either. Dragon and Ginny was trying to recall something but they, too, appeared blank.

`` What do you think, cock ? '' asked Severus mildly but the lose weight set of his lips revealed his slim irritation about the lengthy introduction.

`` T-there was a prophecy made geezerhood before you were born but it was never completed. '' said Wormtail uneasily.

`` To whom was the prophecy given ? Why was it not completed ? How do you know about it ? '' asked Draco curiously.

`` T-to me ... Unfortunately, before she could finish the prophecy, the nighttime lord called me and I left immediately. '' admitted Wormtail. `` She was predicting HOW the Chosen one would vanquish the dark lord. ``

`` Oh ! Why did n't you let her eat up first ? '' said Ginny in thwarting, voicing out the other 's own sentiments.

`` Do I have to assure you everytime ? I was scared ... as always. The dark Jehovah is so raring. Severe punishment is given to those who keeps him waiting and I do n't want that. '' said Wormtail regretfully.

`` So, that 's what you meant when you said you wanted to move around back the sentence. '' commented Ginny in understanding.

`` No, not only that. '' said Wormtail, the strain in his part was worth a thou Logos of regret. `` ... but I think it was better that way. At to the lowest degree the sour lord did not learn of how you 're going to kill him. ``

`` Unfortunately, I do n't either. But maybe we can just ask the oracle about it. Who was the seer by the way ? '' said Harry, in deep thought.

`` Sandra Trelawny, the only sister of Sybill. She was killed during the for the first time war. '' was the reply.

`` You mean the prophecy is lost forever ? '' asked Ginny.

`` It is possible that some other prophesier could sink on that entropy but it would probably select geezerhood to receive out who and we could not stand guard to each and everyone of them to expect until they make a similar prognostication. '' stated Snape.

`` Too bad her sister is an old fraud or we could ask for her service with that. '' said genus Draco, pursing his lips at the honorable mention of the professor who had a habit of 'predicting'everyone 's ill-timed and violent demise with every chance she got.

`` professor Trelawny may not be ordered but she had already made two correct prophecies. One was that I would be the only one who could defeat the dark lord and the other ... '' Harry looked directly at Wormtail 's eyes before continuing. '' ... .Voldemort 's loyal servant would generate and help him regain his body. '' Wormtail averted his gaze in disgrace. `` Unfortunately, she also claimed that seer do not 'see'at will and they could not even tell when a divination is going to be made. ''

Draco shifted his position and turned to bet at the decoration as if he was bored to expiry by the conversation. `` I 'm not surely about you but I am tired of this lecture that only leads to nowhere. Why do n't we stick to matter that we can keep in line and then interest about that later ? ``

Harry looked curiously at him. `` That 's Weird ! I was thinking of the same thing. We 're beginning to think alike. Are you sure it 's you, Draco - not my long lost sidekick or something ? ``

`` horselaugh, very funny ! Be grateful that some of my Slytherin reason rubbed off on you. '' said Draco with a slight suggestion of sarcasm.

`` We need to have some inside information regarding the enemies'current activities. The problem is we have no spy there anymore and I 'm very much certain that He knows about Draco and Wormtails'renunciation when they failed to return on time. It 's unsafe for any of you and of course, Harry and Ginny are supposed to be dead. '' declared Snape suddenly, catching the care of all whose minds were wandering.

`` What about my brother Ron ? Maybe we could talk him into joining His rank and file in the guise of avenging me. '' said Ginny but without much conviction.

`` I do n't think that would be a good mind, Ginny. '' said Harry. He would not dare to deliberately put his skillful friend 's life history in danger.

`` Yes, my cerebration exactly ! But I know of one person who could be perfect for that. '' said Draco.

`` Not her, Draco. Too dangerous. '' reacted Snape at seeing the mistrustful expression of his favourite pupil. He did not need to hear the person 's name. He only had to count at his expression and he already knew who he was referring to.

`` I know. '' said genus Draco in monotone, a clear indication that he did not like it either but she was the only one who could do it.

`` Would it be too much to ask who that soul is ? '' asked Harry after failing to figure out who, aside from Ginny, could pee-pee him front scared and concerned at the same time.

`` My mother. ``

No one was able to say anything as they all watched Draco stare hard at the ceiling, pretending to admire the splendid top view that was so much similar to Hogwarts, but they all knew he was just fighting the urge to cry in desperation at the candidate of putting his mother 's liveliness in peril for defying the dark overlord.

Harry could almost feel the hullabaloo that was hammering inside genus Draco'heading. He was amazed. Draco used to be so sang-froid and collected. His eyes were always like cold ice especially when he stared at him during his taunting moods but now the ice had melted. The Slytherin prince stood before them like a common man -- capable of touch sensation. And he was not yet sure as shooting if it was a good thing or not.

`` Come on. Let 's eat. I 'm starving. '' said Harry to relegate the uncomfortable secrecy.

`` My excuse but I need to go back to Hogwarts now. I do n't desire the others to get suspicious. '' said Snape.

`` All right. Be careful. ''

After the departure of the prof, the four proceeded to squander the scrumptious dinner party that Ginny had prepared for all of them. But the light atmosphere was gone. They all brooded in quiet as they chewed each tasty morsel in their oral cavity. Not even genteel phrases like 'Please pass the common salt'or 'More Elmer Leopold Rice please'were uttered. Why should they bother ? It was not necessity. They could all use the summoning charm for that.

When they were all finished with their meal, a very tired-looking Ginny declared that she needed a rest while a guilt-stricken Wormtail decided to explore the home where he was once considered a cherish penis -- not only to torture himself more with the memory board of his betrayal but also to cleanse his soul. Draco returned to the living room and started writing on a piece of parchment but the words were printed so unhurriedly that Harry, who was observing him closely, could imagine how a lot it was hurting him to indite that alphabetic character to his mother.

`` You 're being thick, you know. '' Harry commented as he stared openly at the bare missive on the center table.

Draco forlornly crumpled the parchment and set fire on it. `` You 're veracious. Someone could easily tap this varsity letter and we 'll all be in mystifying difficulty. '' He uttered weakly and covered his typeface with his hands.

`` That 's not what I meant. '' said Harry. genus Draco did not say anything. `` Involving your female parent is too unsafe so I tried to formulate another scheme while we 're having dinner. Instead of her, why do n't we just do it ourselves ? ''

This time, a red-faced Draco slowly faced Harry. `` Are you speechless ? How could we potential get away with that ? ``

`` Hey, get real ! I have no design whatsoever of joining that hideous beast 's army. That 's simply nonsensical for me. I am just thinking of going back to Hogwarts and continue our Education. The condition has not started yet. We could still make up for lost time. '' Draco looked incredulous at him as if he finally lost his marbles. `` But we 're not going as ourselves. We could disquise ourselves and go as transferees from former wizarding schools. Only the Headmistress and Snape would know and they could send us all at Slytherin household. It could work out. What do you think ? ''

The foreign saying of Dragon was immediately replaced by a guile smile, a Slytherin trait that was unconsciously being adopted by Harry.

`` That 's a serious one ! Almost worthy of Slytherin -- are you sure enough you 're on the right theater ? '' commented genus Draco, nodding his head approvingly. Harry smiled mysteriously at that.

`` Did you know I was almost sorted to your household ? '' he said with utmost pleasure. Draco looked surprised. `` The categorization hat was adamant in placing me there and I had to admit your home uniform would perfectly tally the color of my eyes but I chose Gryffindor instead because someone tipped me off that all bad wizards came from your business firm. ``

`` That someone was Weas -- - Ron, I suppose. That 's a pity but what 's done is done. I 'm certain you 're regreting your hapless choice now. See, you 're even planning an rarify scheme just so you could rest at our house. '' said Draco jokingly.

`` In your dream ! Besides, you 're Quidditch team sucks. I would n't be caught absolutely playing with a team like that. '' said Harry in the Saame teasing tonicity. Draco playfully punched his compensate arm in mock protest but Harry only laughed. The calorie-free banter was a squeamish respite for them after everything that had just happened.

Chapter 10 - The Term Begin


professor McGonagall and Professor Snape made some elaborate asking to secure three additional sceptre for the 'transferees'and now they surveyed the transformed teenagers with fulfill tone on their faces. They had performed some tour to alter their features and to conceal Harry 's very obtrusive scar. The girl now had jet black hair with a distinct mole on her exit cheek. She was wearing grim brown flatness lip rouge and black eyeshadow that contrasted with her blench colouration, giving her the haunted appearing of a vampire. Both boys had coloured spiked hair's-breadth and metallic element string with weird-shaped pendent dangling loosely on their cervix. The ugly frown on their faces which showed their vivid displeasure with their new 'look'only made them appear more menacing.

`` prof, can you please reiterate why we ca n't have the same lamia aspect as Ginny ? We look like -- - `` said Harry indignantly.

`` -- like overgrown chickens ! '' finished Draco as he checked himself out on a nearby mirror which sneered mockingly at him instead of giving him the usual praises he was accustomed to,

`` fountainhead, at least you look more like a ferret boy now, darling ? '' said Ginny, grinning mischievously at the two restless boys. Even Snape seemed amused with their discomfort.

`` Now, now. Do n't be stubborn, boys. That look would give everyone the imprint that you are trouble-makers - perfect tense ticket to get into the `` in '' crowd at Slytherin. '' reminded Professor McGonagall sternly but the faint twitch on her mouth was a suddenly giveaway. Both son glared at the others. `` And Draco, remember that I placed you on seventh year even though you missed the whole sixth year just because you received high scrape on your OWLs so I expect you to do very well this school twelvemonth. empathise ? '' she added. Dragon nodded mutely but he still did not await too pleased.

`` Hrmp ! You 're enjoying this, are n't you ? '' grumbled the two boys.

`` Indeed, we are ! '' declared Snape triumphantly. `` But think of the bright side of meat. At to the lowest degree you would be capable fetch up your discipline and defeat the dark master at once. That 's like hitting two birds with one stone, is n't it ? '' he added in thoroughgoing delight. The boys'scowl deepened at the honorable mention of chick but did not argue.

`` By the way, where 's Wormtail ? '' asked Ginny, putting a clever stopover to the current topic. Both boys appeared on the brink of hexing them senseless if they irritate them some more.

`` Ahh, Peter. He 's in the dungeon -- - apparently cleansing his soul. '' replied Snape with a smirk. `` I 'm beaming you came up with a unspoiled plan though. It saved me a lot of difficulty. ``

`` Cut it out. I 'm not feeling very glad at the moment. '' declared Harry grouchily as he and the early two 'transferees'followed the professors to the Great Hall.

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The Great Hall was already filled with restless students when they arrived. The freshmen were fidgeting nervously as they waited for the sorting ceremonial to begin.

`` My blood brother told me we had to writhe a troll or something ... '' said a scared-looking girl.

`` Oh, my God ! Is that true ? I do n't live any enchantment at all ... '' grimaced another terrorise freshmen.

`` Of trend not ! Have n't you record Hogwarts - A History ? A sort hat would place us to the firm that suited our personality most. '' said a rather smug-faced little fille with curly brown tomentum.

The three snickered as they listened to their fuss. The daughter reminded them so much of Hermione that they could not help but laugh. Such innocence ! When all had settled down, the three distanced themselves from the immature group. It would simply be too embarrassing to be identified with such unenlightened company.

`` Anderson, sherbet '' shouted professor Snape, the new Deputy schoolmaster, to start the sorting.

`` Hufflepuff ! ``

The three impatiently waited for the sorting to commence while shooting dangerous stares at those who were foolish enough to hand them odd glances.

`` Look at those midgets ! How hail there are so many of them ? '' whispered genus Draco irritatedly.

`` Shhh ! Not so meretricious ! '' Ginny whispered back while Harry was in use scanning the interest newcomer waiting for their number.

`` Engel, Queen Victoria ''

`` Ravenclaw ! ``

`` I really experience dreadful ! I ca n't conceive McGonagall made that McMillan head word Boy. I mean I would have been Head Boy you know, if not for some ineluctable destiny. '' said a thoroughly disgruntled Draco.

`` But I thought you do n't want the perspective. I, for one, am so gladiolus to be rid of my prefect badge. '' said Ginny sternly to throw off some sentiency into him.

`` I do n't but it does n't make me sense any ameliorate. '' said genus Draco grumpily.

`` I ca n't find Dudley ! Have you seen him ? '' asked Harry, breaking them both from their conversation.

`` No, and I would n't know. I have n't seen your cousin before. '' replied Ginny.

`` You have a full cousin ? What does he look like ? '' asked Draco, curiously looking through the furrow of the for the first time years.

`` Well, he 's a lilliputian overweight with lots of muscles. And he 's supposed to be in one-fifth year now unless he failed the accreditation exam set by the Ministry. '' said Harry hastily before his gaze fell on the Ravenclaw table where he caught mass of a female child with yearn blond hair engrossed in a light conversation with a entrant. The girl immediately looked in his direction as if sensing his presence. He smiled hesitantly and was surprised to see the fille smiling back at him. His smile faded at that and he moodily broke the eye impinging with her.

`` What 's untimely with you ? '' asked Ginny as she noticed the sudden change in his mood.

`` I 'm only gone for a few daylight and my girlfriend is already cheating on me. '' a sucking Harry replied.

`` What do you mean ? And how do you know ? '' asked Draco, perplexed.

`` I smiled at her just now and she smiled back. '' he said moodily. Ginny rolled her eye at that while Draco just stared dumbly at him.

`` Well, duh ! You 're his boyfriend. Of trend, she 's going to smile at you. '' said Ginny in exasperation.

`` B-but she does n't know it 's me ! I mean - I do n't front like myself anymore. '' whined Harry.

`` You 're being paranoiac. She 's just being nice, you know. '' said Draco arrogantly as if he was a connoisseur on handling relationships.

`` Welcome, first years ! Now, I am pleased to announce that another scholarly person would be joining the fifth old age in Gryffindor mansion. Dudley Sir Arthur John Evans, you may go to their table now. '' said the Headmistress after the fresher had been sorted.

Harry 's jaw dropped as he stared at his cousin-german. Dudley had lost considerable weight and he looked far better than he imagined. The protruding heftiness was a plus factor for him, too. respective girls turned to yield him appreciative glances as he walked anxiously to the Gryffindor mesa.

`` That hunk is your cousin-german ? '' asked Ginny as she too gave him the once over. Harry nodded. `` I did not have sex he is so handsome. ``

Draco glared at Ginny but she ignored him.

`` Neither did I. He has changed a lot since I last saw him '' said Harry, still in shock. `` But I guess it runs in the household. '' he added with a grin.

`` We also have three transfer from another wizarding school. They would be joining the Slytherin business firm -- young woman Callah Meyers, Mr. Devonshire Antonio, and Mr. Lander Mooney. ''

The three approached the Slytherin table with all the chill elegance that they could summon. They heard respective multitude from other sign of the zodiac gasp in surprisal at their appearing while others merely shook their heading in disgust. But it did n't matter to them. The people they need to affect were now eyeing them approvingly.

`` Now that we 're all settled, may I remind you that the Forbidden Forest is out of bounds to all scholar and that the production from Weasleys'Wizarding Wheezes are still prohibited in this schooltime. '' stated the Headmistress and she looked at each scholar sternly to instill the warning on their minds. `` To all pupil, please be informed that Hermione granger is the new promontory girlfriend and Ernie Macmillan is the new header Boy. You may seek for their help if you have any problem. Your house prefects shall also be glad to help you in any way they can. Let the feast begin ! '' she said after a while and the dinner table was immediately laden with savory delicacies.

`` poise outfit ! '' commented Blaise Zabini, one of Draco 's nigh Allies. `` What year are you in ? ``

`` I 'm in 6th year and both of them are in their seventh. '' replied Ginny nonchalantly.

`` That 's great ! By the way, I 'm Blaise and these are Pansy, Crabbe, Goyle and Nott. '' he introduced themselves proudly, as if he was announcing the members of the majestic family.

`` Are n't they the 1 who studied at Azkaban lowest yr ? '' asked Harry aka Lander, concealing his curiousity with a bored demeanor.

`` How did you cognize ? '' faggot eyed him suspiciously.

`` It 's all over the papers, pal. Nothing to it. Besides, it 's bloody brilliant ! How was it ? '' drawled genus Draco aka Devon lazily.

`` It 's boring. '' said Crabbe and Goyle.

`` The pastor just gave us probational forgiveness so we can cease our studies here - as if we care, honestly ! '' said pansy with a smirk on her face.

`` But you have to admit, no former pupil here could tout about that. '' said Lander and the Slytherin idiors laughed proudly.

`` Hey, what do you do for fun here ? '' asked Ginny, munching daintily on a pumpkin cookie held between her fingers.

`` Well, we usually make fun of scholar from the other houses - hex themselves sometimes for recitation .... '' Blaise scrutinized the three. `` ... and if you 're desirable, then we can let you in on other really peachy stuff. ``

`` Yeah ? Like what ? '' asked Devon as if he was not yet aware of it.

`` ... if you 're worthy, you 'll be intimate. '' replied Pansy mysteriously.

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When the feast was over, all students were escorted by their several mansion prefects to their dormitory. Callah and Pansy immediately went off somewhere while the boys lingered at the usual room first.

`` That Head Girl is one of Potter 's bestfriend. She 's bad news, I tell you. Nothing would make you an outcast here faster than making friends with her and the redhead git who follows her around. He was her boyfriend and also a great booster of thrower. They 're the wrong form, understand ? '' stated Blaise while Crabbe and Goyle flanked his English protectively like bodyguard and nodded dumbly at everything he said.

Devon was annoyed by their actions but tried hard not to let it designate. To them, Draco Malfoy does not exist anymore and Blaise Zabini is their new leader. He had to deal with that fact and besides, he did not ask to sense this way. They were not a great loss on his theatrical role.

`` No one Holy Order us around, Blaise. display us first why they are not worthy and then when we 'll allow you to foretell the jibe. '' said Devonshire tauntingly. lander looked quizzically at him but he just gave him a trust-me-I-know-what-I'm-doing look.

Blaise looked pissed at his give-and-take but he relaxed after a moment. `` A challenge, eh ? We like that, do n't we boys ? '' again his chum nodded without a mo thought. `` Watch us squash those turd tomorrow before our potions academic session. '' he declared arrogantly.

`` Make sure you win. '' said Lander with the same tone as Devon's.

`` We will. '' said Blaise with a mischievous flicker in his eyes then he led his cronies to their room.

Devon waited until they were out of pick up shooting before he said to lander. `` In this menage, you wo n't get any respect if you agree at once to what they are saying. But you should n't come out as if you 're defying them too. ``

lander mutely acknowledged his comment and stared at the Slytherin common elbow room. It still had the same rough out Harlan Fisk Stone bulwark with round, green lamps hanging on concatenation to the ceiling. There were still no soft and prosperous sofa like in their own common room - only high-backed hot seat which, from his experience, was not really satisfying to sit on. A fire also crackled merrily under a carven mantelpiece with an intricate design that depicted a very outmoded fashion of a wizard duel. Looking around the eerie surroundings, he slightly wondered if they were doing the rightfield thing.

`` Your usual way has not changed much since my last visit. '' he commented over his shoulder.

`` You 've been here before ? When ? '' asked Devon in astonishment.

`` Oh ! Um -- '' Lander silently cursed himself for being careless but decided not to lie. `` We - that means me and Ron - came here during our minute year. End of narrative. ''

`` How the snake pit did you two get in ? '' queried Devon, a little miffed that some students from early houses were able to embark their closed book domain of a function without his knowledge.

`` Do n't ask doubt because you might not want to hear the solution. '' replied Lander cautiously, unwilling to shock him.

`` No, I 'm crashing curious. Who was the slimy git who betrayed our oath of secrecy ? '' he asked heatedly.

Lander raised one supercilium and his mouth twitched in amusement. `` As I have said, you might not desire to discover the answer. The unworthy git who let us in was YOU. '' he laughed at the look of disbelief on Devon 's font. `` ... and I would not ask more than doubt if I were you. ``

`` Yeah - might as well not. I feel like an moron ! ``

`` You were but I hope you are not now. ``

`` I wonder what that idiot Blaise is planning to do tomorrow ... ''

`` wellspring, he better not defecate it too dangerous or that might just be the most humiliating second of his life story ... ''


Chapter 11 - The proclamation of Harry 's expiry


The seismic disturbance had worn off and the overwhelming influence of Hermione and the rest of the older Gryffindors had trickled down to the least waxy resident of their sign of the zodiac. Unfortunately, the aura at their common room was far from jubilant. Almost two hebdomad had passed and there was still no word as to the whereabouts of Harry and Ginny. So much for the DA and the parliamentary procedure 's plan - they have not learned a single thing yet and it was driving them crazy.

`` This is all my demerit ! If I had only listened ... '' said Hermione in anguish.

`` If we had only listened, Harry might still be here with us. And if I had n't been too unregenerate ... '' said Ron with the Lapp remorseful tone.

Neville, who was listening to their rant, dropped the Christian Bible he was holding with so often force that almost everybody turned to look at his counseling. `` Will you two please cut that out ? You 've been blaming yourselves since Harry 's fade. It 's not helping anybody, you know. '' he declared irritatedly. `` It 's nobody 's flaw and that 's concluding. And if you really consider yourselves Harry 's friends, you would be doing something constructive by now instead of whining pathetically ! ''

Ron and Hermione stared in surprisal at the violent effusion of their usually laid back champion. They had forgotten that they were not the entirely ones suffering here and Neville 's right. Moaning and moping would n't facilitate them in their current predicament especially now that the social club members have n't visited Hogwarts yet.

`` Do you have any suggestions, Neville ? '' asked Hermione politely.

`` Why do n't you bug your founder until he gives you the data we need ? '' said Neville moodily to Ron but before he could reply, the room access opened to reveal the creepily somber Fred and George Weasley. They looked so fag out and sapless that nonentity had the nub to question them. The twin eyed them guardedly before one of them spoke.

`` We went to the ministry to visit dad. '' said Fred mournfully.

`` And we were there when they brought the body ... '' said George, his interpreter fluctuation as he uttered the words.

`` B-body ? Whose body ? '' queried Hermione although she already had a nagging suspicion as to whom they were referring to.

`` I - I think we better go to McGonagall now. Dad and the early appendage of the gild would be there shortly to discuss the -- - `` said Fred with the same strained musical note. `` ... Holocene umm - evolution. ``

`` NO, TELL US ! WHOSE trunk ? ! ? '' yelled Ron with a mixture of panic and anger.

`` WE CA N'T ! '' George yelled back before he and Fred went out hastily to go to the Headmistress'office.

Without a bit 's reluctance, Ron, Hermione and Neville followed their leash and immediately grabbed the DA 's limited galleon to address on the other members. Within minutes, several other DA members joined them at the office to wait for the arrival of the minister.

`` What 's the problem ? '' asked Parvati, who had just arrived with her sister.

`` We do n't bonk yet but I do n't think it 's unspoilt. '' replied Hermione wearily and carefully avoided the others'questioning stares for the time being.

Luna discreetly retreated to one corner, boring her nose down a fusty historical rule book which partially shielded her from everyone 's view. One by one, the Order member turned up with equally life-threatening expressions on their faces.

`` The pursuit is over .... '' prof McGonagall began. `` Someone tipped off the minister that a torso of a wizard was found near Tom conundrum 's graveyard .... '' At this gunpoint, the professor could not control her emotions anymore.

`` I sent someone to investigate the matter and -- `` Mr. Weasley sighed heavily. `` It was Harry 's torso. Apparently, his body was thrown into a roaring well of fervor disfiguring him almost beyond realisation. ``

`` Almost beyond realization ? T-then is it possible that it was n't H-harry ? '' asked Cho tearfully.

`` We were not sure at first - until we saw the lightning shaped scar which was alone to him alone. '' replied the parson sadly. `` And if you do n't heed, I would rather not discuss the details of his death right now. ``

His listener nodded fervently. nobody really wanted to try anyway. It was just too depressing.

`` S-so Ginny really did it ... my very own sister ! '' whispered Ron almost to himself. `` I ca n't trust it ! My trivial sister is a liquidator ! ``

Although numb with shock, Hermione managed to explain what Luna had shown them to those who was not mindful of it yet.

`` You can detest us now, Luna. '' said Fred forlornly when he noticed Luna glimpse at them for a millisecond.

Luna slowly looked up from her Book. `` I do n't hate you. '' she said evenly before returning to her reading.

Professor Snape watched the young girl 's reaction carefully. Her reception was not instinctive. It seemed a petty forced and out of tune. She even appeared disinterested about the current topic of the conversation. Did Harry stray from the programme and communicated with her despite of their previous agreement ? Or did any of the three slip up and somehow alerted Luna to their mien ?

`` seed on - hatred us. Hex us if it would make you finger better. We deserve it. '' argued George VI stubbornly but Luna ignored his supplication for punishment.

Hermione felt a bantam glimmer of Hope. Maybe, this was just another of Voldemort 's magic trick and Luna could still sense Harry 's presence that 's why she was taking everything so calmly. `` You do n't conceive it was really him, Luna ? '' she tentatively asked the girl.

Luna looked up again, impatient at the hoo-hah, but Snape had caught her eye before she was able to deliver her scathing reply. She immediately understood the unsounded warning that Snape was sending her. Forcing a more sorrowful behavior, she gradually turned to Hermione.

`` Yes, I do. '' was her simple reply that crushed the flyspeck hope that Hermione 's head had inspired into the others'heart and soul. `` But no amount of grieving would bring him back to life sentence. There 's only one affair that we could do - and that is to finally defeat the instigator of all this iniquity things ... Voldemort and his army. ``

`` Luna is right. By tomorrow, Harry 's last would be all over the thaumaturge newspapers and we could soon ask Voldemort to make an explosive come back. We have to be prepared. DA would give birth to be reinstated to serve other students learn to defend themselves. '' said the minister.

`` Warnings have to be propagated to the wizarding residential district through the Quibbler. And I suggest that we drop the pretense. It is utterly unfair for Harry to let them think he had turned evil at the last bit of his life. '' said Neville.

McGonagall and Snape looked at each early hesitantly at Neville 's Christian Bible. It was not part of the design but could they blame the others for thinking that way ? They simply had to harmonise because doing otherwise would make everyone suspicious that something was amiss.

`` Yes, I suppose it is the mightily thing to do. We 'll let you lead concern of the quibbler and the students'extra breeding. '' said Professor Snape.

`` That would be a pleasure, Professor. '' stated Lee, resolute in giving a very useful defense example for the other students.

`` The Order could proceed with its normal task of tracking them down and hopefully prevent any atrocities that they might be planning to do next. '' said Helen Newington Wills with the Lapp heavy tone.

`` I could inform Remus to try to seek the fealty of the loup-garou once again. '' said the minister.

`` And of course we could depend on Hagrid to inform the monster about the current post. '' said Professor McGonagall.

Several more suggestion were given and their heartache was soon replaced with a low-spirited determination to capture evilness. Details had been polished to perfection and with each progress, their agitation deepened, hungry for profligate of those who made their lives so miserable that they almost forgot to live. Finally, when they felt they had already extracted all the originative juices in their minds, the meeting was adjourned and each left field with renewed vigor.

Except for prof McGonagall, prof Snape and Luna.

`` What 's the real number architectural plan ? '' promptly asked Luna when they were the alone 1 left. `` And do n't even try to fool me with your Logos. I know something 's going on at Hogwarts. '' she added when she noticed the strange feeling that passed between the two professors.

`` What do you think of ? '' asked prof Snape to spot how practically she really knew. He still had no intention to divulge too much information unless he had discussed it with Harry.

`` Why is Harry parading around the Great Hall in an freakish getup and why was he in Slytherin ? '' said Luna without even batting an eyelash.

`` W-we do n't know what you 're talking about, Miss Lovegood. '' denied the headmistress but to no avail.

`` Let me handle this, Minerva. '' said Snape then he turned to Luna. `` How did you find out ? Did he communicate with you ? '' he asked without confirming their own knowledge.

`` No, I did not but I saw him at the Great Hall with genus Draco and Ginny. '' she replied.

`` You were able to see through the disguise ? '' asked Snape in amazement. He could not believe it because only a handful of highly skilled wizards could correclty identify mass whose show was protected by captivation - not even Voldemort himself could do that.

`` Yes. So could you please distinguish me now ? '' stated Luna matter-of-factly.

`` Alright, Severus, kindly bring the them here. '' said the headmistress in a weary tone.

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Lander and Devon were already about to sleep on their bedroom after a terribly exhausting and bore conversation with Blaise and his troops when they heard a soft knock on the threshold as if afraid of wakening anybody else up. They both looked over to where Blaise was curled up and snoring to his heart 's contentedness. sure-footed that he was not bothered by the randomness, they carefully opened the door to see who dared raise up them at this ungodly 60 minutes of night.

It was Callah aka Ginny. She was anxiously rubbing a forge galleon on her hands as if her life depended on it.

`` Hey, darling ! Missed me already ? '' asked Devon confidently, wrapping his arms around her lovingly. He thought he was the rationality she was there.

`` Did you feel it too ? '' she asked Lander immediately, plainly ignoring Devon 's mock formulation of pain.

`` Yes and I chose to ignore it. You should, too. '' Lander replied while Devon examined the galleon curiously.

`` What the Hell is this thing ? '' Devonshire asked and Lander hastened to explain while Callah tapped her foot impatiently.

`` What do you conceive it means ? '' pressed Callah with a bear on face on her face.

`` It simply means that they had already found out that Harry Potter was dead. That 's very clever of Snape. He engineered it all. '' he answered with a smile. `` So, we ameliorate ignore it and head for bed now. The action would jump tomorrow. ``

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They all turned to the door and saw the principal of the theatre approach them silently.

`` You should all come with me to the Headmistress'part. There 's something that we all need to discuss. '' he said simply and headed for the room access without waiting for their reply.

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The next day ...

The three new Slytherins headed for the Great Hall with the loud-mouthed faggot and Blaise and his sidekick.

`` Hah ! spirit at those sniveling idiots. I bet they heard the just tidings already. '' said Pansy with pure pleasure on her face and tried to sit beside Devon but Callah was quicker.

`` Do n't even imagine of it. He 's mine. '' said Callah and she glared at her venomously. Pansy raised her perfectly shaved eyebrows at that but she shrugged if off and slided to the vacant president beside Lander instead.

`` Hiya, handsome. Want me to chip in you a Slytherin tour later ? '' she asked, fluttering her touchy lashes at him.

lander cringed inwardly at the good deal but maintained his aplomb. He could get information from her especially when there was no one else to warn her.

`` Sure, babe, anytime. '' he drawled in his right imitation of Draco.

Pansy flashed Callah a exultant looking at and returned to her food.

`` What 'good news'are you talking about ? '' asked Lander in between mouthfuls.

`` Potter 's suddenly. Their paladin was gone and there 's no one to save them anymore. '' answered Blaise, looking very proud as if he was the one who did it.

`` Oh, really ? I wonder what 's the big mint with that potter kid. I mean he ca n't be more powerful than the iniquity lord, is he ? '' asked Callah conversationally.

Pansy frowned at her insinuation. `` No one can ever desire to be more powerful than the night Jehovah. That Potter is just a nuisance to him, you know ... playing saviour all the time. '' she sneered.

`` What about that Malfoy kid ? I heard person mention his name on the way here. Something about that boy being the Slytherin snap or something. Where is he ? '' asked Devon to check if they knew something already.

`` Oh, that holy terror ? '' exclaimed Pansy as if she found the mere mention of the gens extremely irritating to her spiritualist ear barrel. `` We have no news about him yet. stopping point matter we knew he was being punished for his noncompliance but now he 's disappeared with that seamy blood traitor. I do n't acknowledge what he saw in her. ''

`` Never speak of his name again. He 's considered taboo in our house these days. My father said that his father is now personally hunting them down including the other two-timer. '' declared Blaise arrogantly, giving the depression that the topic should be concluded immediately.

Devon and Callah nearly choked on their meals but went on without commenting. Lander seriously considered the data they had just unearthed. Lucius was looking for Draco, Ginny and Wormtail. That meant Voldemort and his minions knew about their defection already and that only think that they had to be surplus careful about their detective work. Oklahoman or later, they would try about the 'cool transferees'and they were not that stupid not to figure things out. He just hoped that it would be later.

Suddenly, the board were bombarded with overexcited hooter. Newspapers and parchments were being dropped everywhere.

`` May I have the care of everyone please. '' shouted professor McGonagall before the students could peruse the day 's composition. All optic turned to her at once. `` I regret to announce that Harry Potter is no longer with us. He perished in the deal of Voldemort and he died saving our man. delight do not let the written document deceive you. Harry remained loyal to the unclouded side of meat until his death. '' She carefully looked around the tearful and shocked faces of the scholar ... there were even some from the Slytherin table. `` Yes, it is Voldemort. In this light, may I inform you that aside from the protection that this castle offers, I have arranged for some very up to educatee to train you all to defend yourselves in case all things fail. It will not be graded but please try to do your unspoilt. The final exam will be during battle against iniquity and failure could be you your life. That is all. You may go to your stratum now. ''

Chapter 12 - The confrontation with the Mudblood and the Weasel


`` Excuse me. '' said a tiny but confident voice.

Lander and Devon knew who was speaking even before they turned around.

`` I 'm Hermione granger, head little girl. '' she held out her mitt politely but nobody took it. Unfazed by their discourtesy, she continued. `` I 'm wondering if you would care to link up our refutation Club this year. It 's called Dumbledore 's USA and we train our fellow member to fight against the dark arts -- - ``

`` We 're not interested. '' said Lander quickly before she could say anything more. Snape warned them to throttle their conversations with them to a minimum and if potential, none at all.

`` -- B-but -- - ''

`` Did n't you hear him, you filthy mudblood ? '' said Blaise with utmost contempt.

`` Fine ! As headland fille, it is my duty to invite everyone else for the preparation but I forgot you do n't involve to train 'against'the iniquity artistic creation. After all, you are all 'for'the dark arts, are n't you ? '' replied Hermione with the same fervor.

`` 'Mione ! There you are ! I 've been looking for you. '' exclaimed Ron as he ran towards her then he stopped in his raceway when he noticed the uncongenial company. `` What are you doing with -- - them ? '' he said incredulously.

`` mendicancy for alms, Weasel. To buy food for the beast inside your venter. '' said Pansy wickedly. Ron turned crimson at once.

`` Actually, she got tired of you and wanted a man of our new friend here. '' said Blaise mockingly as he pointed at Lander.

`` Why, you ! '' sputtered Ron in anger.

`` Come on, Ron. salve your breathing time. We should not devastate fourth dimension with this bunch of loser. '' said Hermione as she pulled Ron away before he lost control.

`` nonstarter ? Maybe it 's you, mudblood. Now that your hero is dead, no one could redeem you now. Did you know he was begging for dear life before the dark Almighty killed him ? '' taunted Blaise. Hermione and Ron immediately went fixed with madness and had their scepter out within second. Pansy and Blaise drew their scepter too but ordered the others not to bring out theirs.

`` It 's not true. Harry would never do that and neither would we ! '' yelled Ron and waved his verge dangerously.

Blaise 's eyes glazed with excitement. `` You want a affaire d'honneur ? seed then. Let 's see how badly Potter had trained you. ''

`` IMPEDIMENTA ! '' shouted Pansy at Ron but he ducked in time.

`` ENGORGIO ! '' he countered and pansy immediately started to occupy out like an high-sounding balloon and slowly she rose into the air, shrieking in fright.

`` PETRIFICUS TOTALUS ! '' yelled Blaise in fury and pointed his scepter at Hermione but she was able to block it with a simple shielding charm.

Enraged, he tried a different tactic. He pointed his verge at Ron and yelled `` CRUCIO '' but at the last minute of arc, he changed his direction and the spell hit Hermione but amazingly, she did not feel any pain at all. She smiled with relief.

`` That 's against the rules, Zabini ! STUPEFY ! '' shouted Hermione at him then she carefully plucked his wand from his unmoving fingers.

`` That 's a nice one, Herm. Finite Incantatem ! '' said Ron while pointing his wand at the floating queen whose dress were starting to rip at the English. He too pried the baton away from his fingers while whistling softly.

`` Ennervate '' said Hermione to Blaise reluctantly as if she just wanted him to delay that way. `` That 's how well Harry had taught us. '' she smirked at all the Slytherin who witnessed the encounter.

`` Yeah, do n't mess with us again or you 'll pay dearly. '' said Ron with the same one-half smiling before the two of them left.

`` Oh, by the way, you can get your wands from the Headmistress. I 'm certain she 'll be felicitous to give them. '' said Hermione over her shoulders then they both laughed and headed to the Headmistress'office at once.

`` You bozos, why did n't you help us ? '' yelled Blaise at the others after the two had left.

`` We thought you could squelch those scandal as you said. '' said Lander in mock amusement. Blaise did n't seem to appreciate his pun and shot him a piercing blaze. Devon nudged him slightly.

`` Just a jocularity, Blaise. Besides, we did n't want to get involved. We 're just new here, you know. We could n't afford to get expelled this early. Maybe later ... '' he added and gave him a conspiratorial wink.

Blaise tension eased up at once and returned his wink which promised another worthy encounter with the Gryffindors later in which they would emerge victorious.

`` I 'd be waiting for that moment. Here, follow this itinerary. It will lead you straight to the dungeon for our Potions lesson. We just have to retrieve our wands first. '' said Blaise. `` shucks those Gryffindors ! '' he muttered under his breath as he dragged the lachrymose Viola tricolor hortensis to the office.

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`` Hey, Ron, did you see the scourge hit me ? '' asked Hermione later.

`` Yeah, I wonder why you did not get affected by it. '' replied Ron.

`` You mean you have nothing to do with that ? '' exclaimed Hermione in surprise.

`` Yeah. I 'm not that powerful enough ... .only Har -- '' Ron 's middle suddenly went wide with astonishment. `` No, it 's unimaginable. ``

`` What 's impossible ? ``

`` Forget it. I 'm just not thinking straight. '' said Ron dismissively.

`` No, I heard you said that only Harry could do it. Have you really looked at the transfer ? What if one of them was Harry ? ``

`` It 's impossible, Herm. His physical structure had been found and identified properly. Do n't let our hopes up again. It only hurts us more when we do that. Please ... '' implored Ron.

`` O-okay. '' agreed Hermione weakly but in her mind she had formed her own resolution.

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`` Good break of day year. I think some of you know me by now but to those who do n't, let me insert myself. I am professor Remus Lupin, your Defense Against the Dark liberal arts instructor. '' he said with a warm smile to everyone.

Lander and Devonshire groaned at seeing the professor. Blaise looked approvingly at them.

`` So you also find him deplorable ... that 's good. He is a loup-garou. I do n't know where this school is coming to. '' said Blaise in disgust.

lander and Devon nodded in agreement but their negative feelings were channeled to a different level. Lupin was an Order appendage and his secure werewolf device characteristic could discover them fast through their smell alone. They both hoped that the additional protection that Snape had placed on them would work to perfection.

`` I know that you are all very capable at handling complicated patch. On your seventh class, you would be performing more gain ground incantation. Most of these would look on your N.E.W.Ts at the end of the year so you advantageously study harder. I understand that the Imperius jinx was shown to you during your fourth but you were not really able to practice it. So today, we would be learning how to use and counteract the Imperius nemesis and for that, we need a demonstration. Any Volunteer ? '' Professor Lupin eyed the student expectantly.

Many students raised their hands, mostly DA members. Harry had already taught them how use and deflect that unforgivable expletive although not everyone could throw off the magical spell as fast as he could. Professor Lupin was aware of this so he felt convinced enough to send for on any one of them.

`` Alright, missy Patil, please come here. '' he instructed. `` The incantation is 'Imperio'and you need to concentrate to break away from the spell. ''

`` Yes, Professor. ``

`` Imperio ! ''

Parvati suddenly wore a glazed look of someone being hypnotized. The prof ordered her to sing and she performed a song number in front of the stratum but when she was ordered to jump outside the window, she broke off the piece and smiled proudly at everyone. The course of instruction gave her a generous applause except the ones from Slytherin who were all yawning as if the presentment was boring enough to tranquillize them into sleep.

The professor looked worried at their reactions. If they refused to be heedful in course of instruction, then those who were not already serving the night lord could be easily manipulated.

`` Mr. -- - what 's your name again ? '' he called on one of the new students from the Slytherin house. Perhaps a demonstration on one of them could hold them pay attention.

`` Mooney -- lander Mooney. '' answered Lander promptly but his tone implied that he 'd rather be watching instead of being the subject.

`` Hmm ... I wonder where you got your gens. '' said the Professor, smiling slightly. Lander wanted to recall the smile but he donned a blank expression instead.

`` You know what to do ? '' Lander nodded. `` Alright at the enumeration of three ... .1 ... ..2 ... ... 3 ... .Imperio ! ``

Once again, Lander felt the intimate floating sensation that made him feel light headed. Then he heard the bidding. 'Sing for us !'

'No, not that please ... I do n't like singing .'he thought but he knew he should follow. He opened his mouth to sing when he realized he did not know any wizard song yet and singing a muggle song could make the Slytherin suspicious of the purity of his blood.

`` La lalala lalalala ... .lalalala '' he hummed instead since he could not talk anything.

Then another control followed. 'Dance for us'

Lander inwardly groaned again and felt like hexing Lupin to make him blockade those silly instruction but fortunately the professor changed his judgment. 'No, not that one. hover your unit organic structure .'

'Fine. At least that one is easy .'Lander thought as he started to heighten slowly from the soil. He could hear the professor 's explanation as he levitated.

`` Now, see here, course. It would be almost insufferable for anyone to levitate their trunk when they were conscious because most hotshot believe that it was inconceivable. But with this whammy, you could make a someone do almost anything because in this DoS, necromancer knew no bounds. They only follow the commands. '' said the prof then he ordered him to go down and removed the spell off him.

`` Mr. Mooney pair up with Ms. husbandman and practice. You -- '' the professor pointed at Devon. `` -- drill with Mr. Weasley. Mr. Zabini, you may do so with Ms. Patil. '' he went on until everyone in the elbow room had a partner.

Lander grimaced as he stared at his married person. Fortunately, Hermione mistook it for disgust and glared openly at him. Devon, on the other hand, was having the clock time of his life. What a nice way to start the day for him ! Making Ron do whatever he wanted but lander noted that he particularly strayed away from making him do really embarrassing and dangerous thing. Apparently, he took his terror seriously. It was a good thing that Blaise was officious with his own problem to notice their lack of crudity to their partners.

The professor watched as the educatee performed the spells on each former but was mainly focused on the transferee who gave a presentment a while ago. There was something remotely fellow with the way he handled himself. He obeyed all his mastery but his optic did not accept the Saame sugarcoat flavor and his response to his orders were not instantaneous. There was something definitely strange with him.

`` That was excellent, class. Two scroll of parchment about the outcome of Imperius nemesis and how to counter them to be submitted next Monday. You may go now. '' The student turned to leave. `` Mr. Antonio and Mr. Mooney, please stay for a while. ``

lander and Devonshire reluctantly stayed.

`` Did we perform badly, professor ? '' asked Lander courteously.

`` Oh, no, not that. On the contrary, you both performed very well. '' the prof replied then he eyed the two carefully. `` According to professor McGonagall, you both came from Durmstrang, correct ? '' The two nodded. `` fountainhead, I was just wondering if you 're advanced or behind our current moral so that I could extend you extra help if necessary. ``

`` Thank you, Professor Lupin, but I think we could manage. '' said Devon quickly.

`` Can you please separate me what you have taken up at Durmstrang so that at least I would have an idea ? '' inquired the young professor kindly.

`` fountainhead, it 's almost alike to your curriculum here. We learned about werewoves, vampires -- -- '' replied lander indulgently although he wondered where all these query were heading.

`` Legilimens ! '' said lupin suddenly, almost catching him unaware ... .but not quite. He was able to stop the memories from reaching the surface on time.

`` My ! You 're a skilled Occlumens as well. '' commented the prof then he turned to Devon.

Devon shot a nervous feel at lander who understood immediately. The prof was going to try to understand his mind and Devon was not mavin at it yet. Very slightly, he flicked his finger's breadth to harbor him from the spell. The professor looked strangely at both of them.

`` Very well. I see you wo n't have any trouble with my socio-economic class at all. You may go now. '' said the professor and they both immediately hurried outside to get some clean air.

`` That was nigh ! '' said Devonshire, his breathing a footling easier now.

`` Yeah, I know. We really have to be extra measured from now on. ``


Chapter 13 - Lavender 's foretelling


October 15, 1997

Several uneventful weeks had passed. Lander became more than restless as the days flew by. He missed Luna but they could not be seen together. They did not even have a class together so it was more difficult. He had to be contented with sending her an owl from time to metre although he never received any from her due to the suspicious nature of the Slytherins. It was a admiration that their relationship still survived. He has heard that a fine-looking guy from her yr was courting her but Luna, thankfully, brushed him off.

There was no news from Voldemort. No dark bodily process portray. And no more close vociferation. Blaise and pouf still did not swear them enough to reveal some useful selective information. Their menacing expression were not enough. They had to live up to their repute to get into the `` in '' crowd. Therefore, they need to be more hardihood. Desperate meter call for dire measures.

`` Hey, Devon. Come on. Get up ! We 're going to hex some people tonight. ''

`` W-what ? Are you crazy ? What for ? '' asked a sleepy-eyed Devon.

`` I 've just realized something. Blaise and Pansy refuse to tell us anything because we have n't proven ourselves yet. Now is the right metre. Come on ! '' said Lander.

`` And may I ask who shall be the sacrificial lamb tonight ? ``

`` Anyone ... we just pick a fight with anyone ... even better if we chance upon Hermione and Ron. We could make it appear like were avenging their humiliation a few week ago. '' he replied. `` Look, your lot are having a 'study group'meeting downstairs. If we leave at this metre of night, Blaise would surely order someone to keep an eye on us around. Your housemates are not a very bank lot. ``

Devonshire considered it for a consequence then lazily got up and brought out his wand. `` Okay, let 's go. ``

The two made sure to make a lot of noise as they went past the whispering group at the Slytherin plebeian room.

`` Hey, where are you going ? '' called out Blaise and eyed them suspiciously.

'Bingo !'thought Lander. `` Oh, nothing. Do n't heed us. We just want to get some fresh air. ``

Blaise nodded and whispered something to Crabbe and Goyle. As the two made their way to the Hogwarts corridors, they heard two distich of wakeless infantry following them. They smiled triumphantly at one another and blatantly ignored the haphazardness as if they had not heard anything.

'Come on. Where are the people in the locality ?'Lander thought. They were getting tired from all the walking but still they had not met anybody unlucky enough to hybridise their path - even the caretaker.

`` Hey, you two. It 's past curfew. You should be on your beds by now. '' yelled a companion voice. It was Peeves.

`` Shut up, Peeves, or I 'll hex you beyond notion. '' said Devon.

`` Oh, I 'm so terrified. '' cooed the poltergeist. `` I 'm going to call the professors. pupil ! bookman AT THE CORRIDORS ! ``

`` Silencio Vox ! '' said Lander and the Poltergeist lost his spokesperson at once. He acted as if he was going to put another swearword on him and Peeves disappeared immediately in fright.

`` I wonder why he obeyed Fred and George during their flight in our fifth year. '' commented Devon as he watched Peeves make a hasty exit.

`` That was probably because he was ordered to make havoc which was what he enjoyed doing. '' replied Lander caustically.

`` So, it 's you ! '' exclaimed another representative. It was Hermione followed by Macmillan.

The two grinned at one another. 'Finally !'Nothing like hexing the Head Boy and pass Girl to put them in the upright side of the new Slytherin prince.

`` Yes, it 's us. You have any problem with that, mudblood ? '' sneered Lander to bring in affair more naturalistic but Hermione did not even stand up at the nasty recording label. She had gotten used to it by now.

`` It 's way past curfew. You should both be in bed unless you have some patronage with the professors at this clip of night which I doubt. '' said Macmillan.

`` We want to get some fresh air. '' declared Devon arrogantly as if that simple financial statement settled the matter.

Hermione put her hands on her pelvis and glared at them. `` We 're going to inform the Headmistress about this. ``

`` Oh, no. You do n't. We wo n't let such a lowly being like you get us into trouble. '' said lander and raised his verge slightly. Devon followed suit.

`` We wo n't slide down to your layer. Twenty points from Slytherin for threatening the Head Boy and Girl. '' said Macmillan and started to entrust with Hermione.

`` Petrificus Totalus ! '' shouted Devon immediately and Macmillan became firm at once.

Lander smirked at them. `` I told you we wo n't let you get us into trouble. ``

`` Finite Incantatem ! '' said Hermione to her partner and turned to Devon and Lander. `` The war is not between Gryffindor and Slytherin but if you insist then we 'll gladly compel. Stupefy ! '' she pointed her wand at lander but it only hit the wall behind him.

He grinned wickedly at her before he casually waved his scepter and said. `` Rictusempra ! '' It hit Hermione squarely on the chest causing her to roll on the floor with laughter.

`` impedimenta ! '' It was Macmillan 's turn but he was still too disoriented to aim properly. His turn missed Devon by inches.

Devon glanced slightly at Lander as if asking permission to do something. Lander nodded and prepared for what Devon was planning to do next. `` Crucio ! '' shouted Devon and Macmillan fell on his knees in pain but Lander did something to lessen the spell 's force so they both knew that the botheration was not that severe.

lander realized that it was now time to end the 'fight'before it got out of hand. `` Infernus Galacticus ! '' he muttered softly and held the minuscule musket ball of fire carefully in his hand. `` Do you cede ? '' he voiced out the doubt in the most venomous quality that he could muster.

Hermione 's eye fell upon the ball of fire then at Lander 's typeface. She tensed for a here and now as she stared at their opposite. Her formulation became suddenly unclear as she continued to stare. It was as if her mind was working overtime but not about their electric current predicament. Even Macmillan looked confused. Then without another parole, Hermione grabbed Macmillan 's arms and backed away from the two.

`` Merlin ! '' exclaimed Lander softly to himself.

`` What was that about ? '' asked Devon in wonder.

`` I - I -- - '' he began but was stopped short when they both heard several loud step heading their way.

`` astonish ! You scared those two - unbelievable ! '' exclaimed Blaise and he patted their backs for a job well done.

`` Yeah. It was a good thing that Crabbe and Goyle 'accidentally'saw you and called us. I reckon they thought you would n't be able to handle them. '' gushed Pansy at them.

'Accidentally - Yeah, redress .'thought lander sarcastically.

`` And you used an inexcusable swearword ! Very impressive ! I admit I had some question regarding your capability before but now I think you could be a worthy addition to our gild. '' said Blaise solemnly.

`` It was nil, really. '' said Devonshire dismissively. `` We just wanted to get them back for what that girl did to you, Blaise. ``

`` Besides, we were bored. '' added Lander and hoped that the half-wit would take the hint and take in them into their picayune 'study group'.

`` You 're bored ? How come you did n't differentiate us ? link up us then. We 're having a party tonight. '' said Pansy excitedly.

`` Where to ? ``

`` At the common way - where else ? Do n't worry. Snape does n't care. '' said Blaise. `` Go get your other friend, too. ``

`` That 's great ! We 're in. By the way, what are we celebrating ? '' asked Lander curiously.

`` The dark Creator 's initial victory party ! ''

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Hermione and Ernie did not go to the Headmistress at once. Ernie had decided not to report the issue immediately and Hermione agreed. She walked briskly to the Gryffindor dormitory to fulfill with the other DA members there.

`` watchword please. '' said the Fat noblewoman in the portrait.

`` Phoenix Feather '' said Hermione impatiently as the Fat peeress took her prison term in opening the door.

`` My apologies, but soul was blocking the door so could you just give it a push. '' said the Fat Lady sweetly.

Hermione pushed the door and was surprised to see a number of Gryffindors staring in daze at the human body lying on the floor.

`` What 's going on here ? '' yelled Hermione. Her mettle were already on the edge since their confrontation with the starter and this sight was not very welcoming at all.

`` Oh, thank goodness, you 're here. Hermione. Ron and Neville had already gone to fetch McGonagall. We were just having a word here when Lavender had some kind of an onset. She collapsed and her consistency was convulsing uncontrollably -- like she was being possessed or something. '' said watery-eyed Parvati.

`` We tried slapping her but she would n't budge. '' said Fred anxiously.

Hermione racked her learning ability to figure out the ordered thing to do when suddenly, Lavender 's body twitched violently. Then she slowly opened her dazed eyes and spoke in a hushed eerie tone.

`` The one with the power to vanquish the Dark Almighty had come…and the Dark Godhead will mark him as his equal, but he will have power the darkness master knows not ... and either must die at the hand of the other for neither can live while the other survives ... A painful electrical storm would go far at the time when the final battle shall be fought ... Seven loyal allies shall be with him ... but one will not survive ... The Dark Lord would invoke the life but the one would trap their mortal ... his servants shall be overcome ... he shall croak by his own brand ... and his remains shall repose at the snake 's chamber till the end of time ... The one with the exponent to vanquish the Dark Lord had come ... ''

`` Oh, my God ! The lost prophecy ! ''

Many oral sex wheeled around to find the bloodless face of the Headmistress followed by their Professor lupin, their current sign of the zodiac head.

`` Please admit charge, Remus. There 's something that I urgently need to do. '' she said excitedly and left without another word.

When the Headmistress was gone, Professor Lupin was bombarded immediately with questions.

`` Did she just make a prophecy, Professor ? '' asked Ron curiously.

`` What did professor McGonagall mean ? ``

`` What lost prophecy ? ``

`` Who 's the one who could vanquish the Dark Lord ? ``

However, the professor was unable to answer any of their doubtfulness. He was also mystified. If Harry was numb, then who else could the prophecy be referring to ? Neville ? But that ca n't be !

`` Wait ! First things first. '' he approached Lavender and requested some scholar to make for her to the hospital wing. Then he ushered the others to go back to their seam with the elision of Hermione, Ron and Neville.

`` professor, do you remember Malcolm - the one who taught us the Fireball proficiency ? '' Hermione began her endless queries.

`` Yes. Why do you ask ? '' replied Lupin carefully.

`` Professor, I was just wondering ... that magical spell was very powerful, right ? How semen no death-eater used that spell before ? ``

Professor lupine was taken aback. He did not expect that question and he was curious as to where Hermione was coming from.

`` Malcolm is a very gifted auror. He created that spell himself and it took him class to finally dominate it. That 's why no death-eater could do that technique. It was never taught to them and Malcolm denied any request to let in it in the Koran. He said he would legislate on the knowledge only to the desirable ones. ``

`` You mean only the DA and purchase order members could perform that spell right now ? '' asked Ron in astonishment. It never occurred to him that they could be sick a spell that not even the shadow Lord knew of.

`` Oh ! '' exclaimed Hermione. `` Professor, can you please confirm with Malcolm if he had shared that knowledge with anybody else aside from us ? ``

This sentence, the prof could not halt on to his curiousity any tenacious. `` I will do that tonight but could you please recite me why you are asking me these things ? '' he asked softly.

Hermione evaded his heart and fiddled with her manus before she replied with a tormented expression. `` I need to roll in the hay, prof, because if Malcolm confirms that he never taught anybody else, then I have upright rationality to suspect that Harry is still live. ``

Neville looked stunned. `` What made you say that ? ``

`` Remember that new boy ? He performed that spell a while ago. ``


Chapter 14 - The lycanthrope and the Rat


prof Lupin, Ron and Neville looked stunned at her words but carefully considered what she just told them. After all, Hermione was not known for saying anything confused and not thoroughly pondered upon especially about something as important as Harry 's aver demise.

`` Really ? '' asked Neville hopefully to no one in particular.

`` ejaculate to cerebrate of it. I have noticed something unusual with the boy too. The other one was not as stiff but the one called Lander seemed very powerful. '' lupine nodded his pass thoughtfully as he tried to retrieve his past dada school term with them.

Ron was apparently in cryptical thinking too and he exclaimed as he realized something vital that he had purposely ignored before. `` Hey, Herm. If what you 're saying is true then maybe it was really Harry who blocked the 'cruciatus hex'that Blaise -- -- ''

`` apology me ! What are you talking about, Mr. Weasley ? '' exclaimed the properly appalled House head.

Ron shot a anxious look at Hermione before he replied. `` Err- prof, we - Hermione and I - had a run in with some Slytherin a few calendar week ago and one of them used the Cruciatus oath on Hermione but it did not sham her. ``

`` This happened weeks ago and neither of you told me ? ! ? '' said the professor incredulously. `` You know that using the Unforgivable is a very grave issue, do n't you ? ``

`` Sorry, Professor. We forgot all about it. '' said Hermione apologetically.

`` All right, we 'll talk abot this some other time. stoppage here for now. I need to contact Malcolm tonight to clear this thing up before we say anything to the others. I do n't want to turn over delusive Bob Hope to sealed individuals. '' The prof said sternly then he added as an after opinion. `` And yes, twenty dot from Gryffindor for neglecting to inform me about that special incident. As Head lady friend and prefect, it is your responsibility to report any unseemly incident to the Headmistress and any professor. ``

`` Yes, sir. '' said Hermione and Ron apologetically.

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opposite to what he had told the scholar, Professor lupin headed straight to the one office he knew he could find some answers -- Snape 's dungeon. He knew something was up. He could smell it, thanks to his werefolf inherent aptitude. He just could n't place it. Minerva was well-educated but in character like this, he had to hold Snape had more expertise. Besides, those transferees were all placed in his house. It was dependable to wear that he knew their backqrounds.

He knocked cautiously on the savage door. He could get easily walked in but he wanted to reach out common courtesy to his fella professor. He knocked again and pressed his ear against the door to listen for any sign of life.

There was -- - A pop and a tiny squeak.

Puzzled, and without a care to what Snape would think, he walked in soundlessly to investigate. That lilliputian close shave was unmistakeably a rat 's and he would stake his repute that that was not just an ordinary rat.

`` Lumos '' he uttered and there, in the midriff of Snape 's office, he found a scared-looking rat who was too terrified to move. His stare quickly flickered to its paws and immediately noticed that one was made of shining silver metal.

Without wasting fourth dimension, he shot him the turn to thrust him to show his human material body and quickly followed it up with a body-bind charm.

`` What are you doing here, Wormtail ? '' he asked the flimsy man venomously, choosing to address him by the name fitting for a traitor like him.

`` R-Remus, old friend, I w-want you to live that I 'm really sorry for what I did. '' said the man and Lupin was amazed to see real rent falling down his cheeks.

`` It 's form of too late for that now, do n't you believe ? '' said lupine, his wand still pointed at the sniveling figure of speech. He would never make the same misapprehension twice.

`` N-no, it 's not. Harry -- - ``

`` What has Harry got to do with this ? '' yelled Lupin suddenly in a fit of anger. How dare this pathetic self-justification of a man speak of Harry 's gens when he was the one who caused his distress ? `` Harry is bushed. Are you happy now ? ``

The slender man whimpered in fright but not once did he avert his eyes from his sometime admirer 's murderous stare. `` H-Harry is alive, Remus. I know what I have done was inexcusable but I really regret it. Please forgive me. ``

`` Because of your own selfishness, Lily and James died, Sothis wasted twelve years of his life in Azkaban and Voldemort came back to biography. I do n't recall I can ever block that much less forgive. '' He paused for a while to present himself time to recover from those nasty memories. `` Do you bang why I have n't killed you yet ? ``

Wormtail shook his head in despair. He knew it would be difficult to face his old friend after what happened but he never realized that it would be this overwhelming.

`` I do n't require to drink down you yet because I want to crystalise Sirius 's name even after his death. I do n't want people to recollect Sirius as a murdering traitor who betrayed his bestfriends. I want hoi polloi to regard him as the great person he was -- - unlike you. ''

Wormtail flinched inwardly at his harsh Good Book but he could n't say anything in his defense. What Lupin said was unfeigned - he was a mangle double-dealer who betrayed his well Quaker, even endangered their son 's life sentence various times. He did n't deserve to inhabit but here he was, still existing while his good friend had fallen. Harry potter had saved him before but maybe he should n't have.

`` You know why I have n't taken my own wretched sprightliness yet ? '' said Wormtail in a defeated tone.

Lupin looked at him in surprise. He was not expecting this. `` Why ? ``

`` Because I owe Harry my life and I want to be there when he needs it. He might not, but just in case, I still want to do it so that I can finally pay my debt. '' stated Wormtail unfalteringly, his meaning not lost on Lupin.

`` Wait - did you say Harry is alive ? '' asked Lupin.

Just then, the door 's keep flew open and revealed two teenage boys and a fille who were slightly panting for breath as they rushed inside the pallidly lit office.

`` Professor, we have something to evidence -- - '' The three stopped suddenly when they noticed the scene before them.

`` Yes ? '' prompted lupine with one eyebrow raised in a questioning stare.

The three teenager looked unsure at one another before Lander replied rather insolently. `` We did n't come up here for you, lupine. Where 's Professor Snape ? ``

The professor scrutinized the new arrival carefully until something clicked on his mind. `` Harry, you can cut the pretension now. I know. '' he stated and watched their reactions closely. It was a gamble but he was unforced to hire the risk.

Devon and Callah stared wide-eyed at him as if he had suddenly sprouted another head on his shoulders. The professor watched with a combination of suspense and amusement as the two silently debated between themselves on what to say or do next. But cypher could give prepared him from Lander 's chemical reaction. The boy casually waved his right hand and unceremoniously shot colorful spark at him. The impact made him swag backwards and he became instantly horrified at the estimation that he had miscalculated in his implication. He raised his verge to demilitarize the boy but then he realized that the boy did not induce his sceptre out. 'How could this be ?'he thought. Now that the initial shock had worn off, he also took note of the fact that he did not feel any pain at all.

The others just smiled knowingly at him as if attacking a professor was a common occurrence in that elbow room. He glared at the student and summoned his most authoritative voice.

`` What was that for ? '' he asked Lander.

`` Sorry, professor. That 's just to attain trusted that you 're really who we think you are. One can never be too heedful these days if you know what I mean. '' replied Lander as he gave him a warm smile. `` I knew it would not take away you long to figure that out. '' he added.

`` Actually, it was Ron and Hermione who gave me the idea. So I take these other two are Ginny and Draco, am I right ? '' replied lupin, his relief at being correct was very evident.

`` Fortunately, yes, or you would receive found yourselves in big trouble now. That was a very severe risk you took, professor. '' said Ginny in mild reprimand.

`` Yeah. '' Lander agreed. `` And you can release the body-bind hex on Wormtail. He 's on our side now. He already volunteered to be turned over to the ministry after we finished the problem with Voldemort but as of now, he 's here to help us. '' explained Lander.

`` What about Ginny and Draco ? '' said lupin as he removed the hex on Wormtail.

`` fountainhead, they have n't really wipe out anyone yet so I guess the ministry will be lenient with them. ``

`` And Snape knew of these plans ? '' asked the surprise Professor in amazement.

`` Yeah - both he and McGonagall knew. In fact, he helped us concoct this particularly cunning dodging. '' said Ginny, grinning in amusement at the recollection of the usually feared Potions prof partaking in this charade.

`` Harry, we 're wasting time. We need to see Snape and McGonagall now ! '' said Draco as he checked his silver watch for the time.

`` Oh, I forgot ! Professor, Wormtail, I think you safe come with us. There 's an urgent matter that we need to discuss right now. ``

`` Yes, I think we have and I think McGonagall and Snape are discussing Lavender 's prophecy right now. '' said Lupin as he followed them to the Headmistress'office.

`` What prophecy ? '' asked Wormtail, eagre to get together the conversation now that he was confident that he was safe from Lupin 's wrath.

`` I 'm not so sure but McGonagall seemed very excited. She mentioned something about it being the 'Lost prognostication'. ``

`` THE LOST PROPHECY ! '' exclaimed Harry, Dragon, Ginny and Wormtail at once that made Lupin very curious ... .very curious indeed as he allowed himself to run with the four extremely excite individuals. Why was the the trip to the Headmistress'part taking so long ?


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`` The one with the power to vanquish the Dark Lord had come…and the wickedness Lord will mark him as his equal, but he will have power the wickedness Lord knows not ... and either must die at the hand of the other for neither can live while the other survives ... A terrible electric storm would arrive at the clock time when the final examination battle shall be fought ... Seven loyal allies shall be with him ... but one will not survive ... The dark Creator would invoke the spirits but the one would snare their souls ... his servant shall be overcome ... he shall perish by his own sword ... and his remains shall reside at the snake 's bedchamber till the end of fourth dimension ... The one with the power to vanquish the Dark Lord had come ... ''

The headmistress silently waited as the new comer read the transcript of the prophesy she had conjured as soon as they had arrived. Though she had always been sceptical about the fortune telling teacher, she had some awe when it came to true forecasting. From what she had witnessed, she could safely assume that Lavender did not just come up with an elaborate hypothesis.

`` How the hellhole can we know when a 'terrible storm'will come up ? And who are the 'seven allies'? dullard prophesy, ca n't it be more particular ? '' commented Draco moodily as he finished reading the prediction.

`` sentinel your voice communication, Mr. Malfoy. '' said McGonagall sternly.

`` To be good, I 'm more occupy about the 'invoking the John Barleycorn'contribution ... It sounds scary. '' stated Ginny in deep thought.

Harry was unusually understood as the others discussed the opening. He was more interested about the identity of the someone who shall not survive the battle. Seven allies shall be with him ... therefore, they were masses who were very nigh to him. Threfore, another close friend of his would be sacrificed again and be added to the bestride figure of casualties of war. Just another tinker's damn human body ... He sincerely hoped he could preclude it from happening but what if he could not ?

`` What do you think, Harry ? ''

`` W-what ? '' Harry 's line of thought was broken and he immediately snapped to attention.

`` We 're discussing a very significant issue here, ceramicist. '' reminded Snape. `` We want to know your feeling about what you 've heard at Mr. Zabini 's political party. ``

`` Oh, that. '' Harry sighed heavily. Voldemort was making his move now and he was feeling very distracted. 'Great ... just great .'he thought grimly. `` Apparently, the death-eater parents of some Slytherins were too damn confident for consolation. Voldemort is going to launch a nasty attack on the star 's solemnization of his imagine frustration -- making a mockery of the Ministry and of the lodge and DA as well. ``

`` Maybe we should just put over the jubilation. '' suggested Wormtail. His hands clutching his head as if it was about to break.

`` It 's in two hebdomad meter. Do we have decent fourth dimension to machinate for a counter-attack ? '' asked lupin, his mouth set on a thin line.

`` No but we can not expect for that 'terrible violent storm'to occur either. It just have to aline its schedule. I want Voldemort and his army to be drained on the day that they are supposed to be. '' declared Harry stubbornly, determined to end this battle once and for all. He was tired of hiding. Tired of wearing Slytherin gown and not be able to diddle Quidditch. And near of all, he missed Luna and his Charles Herbert Best friends.

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Harry, Ginny, Dragon and Wormtail were now at the Room of Requiments. While the fiat members were holding a meeting, Harry had decided to call a conference of his own. It was time for the DA member to sleep with the trueness. It would be necessity for them to know that he was still alive to give them hope and the posture to contend in the upcoming struggle. He did not feature the sentence nor solitaire to discern who the 'seven ally'were. But surely they would make out from the DA or dictate phallus only. They were the only ace loyal to him at the consequence considering that the balance of the wizarding world were still confused about what 's happening.

As he gripped his wangle galleon tightly, he noticed the tension in his three fellow traveler'faces.

`` Are you sure they would arrive ? They might think it 's a trick. '' said Ginny apprehensively.

`` Are you sure you want Wormtail and I to join you ? Somehow, I get the feeling that they wo n't be overjoyed with this. '' Draco stated the obvious.

Harry only rolled his eyes in aggravation before he replied. `` We 'll see. ``



Chapter 15 - Unity of Opposites


`` We 'll see ... '' repeated Harry and a strange smile formed on his sassing. He waved his hand ever slightly to his three fellow traveller who were currently too busy scaring themselves to notice what he was doing. Then he laid his weary back on the cushions and waited patiently.

He did not have to wait long. A rustling of drive was soon heard from behind the door then it opened so slowly that any unthinking soul would blame it on a non-existent breaking wind. He could only make out the lineation of two forms though, both with their wands out and walking on their toes as if afraid to make the bantam bit of sound. Chuckling softly to himself, he beckoned the two to disillusion themselves.

`` My, my ! I did n't jazz Moody has such an influence on you. '' he commented with a grin as the two showed themselves somewhat reluctantly.

`` Harry ? '' said Hermione as she approached him but Ron kept his wand pointed at Harry.

`` We need to be sure enough he 's really Harry. This could be another trap. '' he said resolutely. Hermione nodded her head in assent.

Harry almost laughed out loud when he saw that. Hermione used to be the careful one and Ron used to be, well, a lilliputian impulsive. But he could n't fault him for that since he was still sporting his toughie camouflage as of that moment.

`` Umm -- - Who is Grawp ? '' asked Hermione tentatively.

`` He 's Hagrid 's 'little'brother. '' Harry replied promptly.

`` What did I see when I looked into the Mirror of Erised ? '' asked Ron but his wand was not pointed at Harry anymore.

`` You saw yourself as nous Boy and Quidditch -- - ``

Harry did not get to finish his sentence since an rabid bestfriend immediately took it upon herself to give him a welcoming hug. `` HARRY ! ! ! ! ! ! I knew it 's you ! '' exclaimed Hermione, her center watering slightly at seeing her friend.

`` MATE ! ! ! ! Am so sword lily to see -- -- Where 's Ginny ? '' Ron also gave him a brotherly embrace but did not waste material time questioning him.

Harry 's regard darted to the three perplexed physical body who were now wondering why the new arrivals had not reacted to their presence yet but he did not reply.

`` Oh ! Luna will be sooo thrilled ! '' Hermione looked around and a scowl creased her grimace in an instant. `` Where 's Luna ? ``

`` Here. '' a lackadaisical articulation replied, her dirty blond, waist-length and straggly hairsbreadth swaying softly as she strolled over to Harry 's incline. Harry smiled at the girl and held her hired hand tightly.

`` You did n't seem surprised. '' commented Hermione at the spirit of pure tranquillity on the young woman 's face.

`` Why would I be ? '' replied the new girl nonchalantly as she became more preoccupied with Harry 's hair. `` You know, hon, I think this rainbow tresses of yours is quite fascinating on you. It does n't look skillful on genus Draco, though. His face is too pale. ''

Both Hermione and Ron rolled their eyes at that but Harry could only hide his amusement as he noticed the look of verbalize indignation on Draco 's face.

Neville soon followed Luna 's comer. He had his wand out and Harry was impressed at the way he handled himself upon seeing him. Gone was the eternally aflutter boy who could n't even contend to creak during a ticklish post. The boy who stood before him had the markings of a person who had entered a struggle and won and would win again if the pauperization arises.

`` Hello, Harry. '' said Neville calmly as they shook their hands vigorously like two comrades who had just found each other after a awful war and in a way, they were. `` I feel a bit apprehensive about the reason why you are revealing yourself to us right now. It 's about Voldemort, is n't it ? '' he asked with a syncope smile.

Harry looked at Hermione teasingly first before he replied. `` Unfortunately, yes. I wondered how long it would study for individual to ask me that. '' Hermione blushed at the collateral extension to her failure to deal the problem at script but did not input. Luna, on the other handwriting, looked nonplussed.

`` See, Neville. You 're really smarter than you give yourself credit for. '' she said and she gave him a warm smile before returning to her review of Harry 's wonderful tresses.

Neville was later followed by the Weasley Gemini who came in as ominous death-eaters but could n't bar themselves from hooting loudly when they saw Harry in Lander 's rig. They quickly dispatched their hideous disguise upon seeing Ron and Hermione sitting quite comfortably on the sofa.

`` Gee, Harry. I did n't know that when wizards die, they became reincarnated like that. '' said George, feigning a flavour of amazement and innocence while hanging on to his own flame-colored whorl for costly life.

`` Remind me not to die, my love twin. That horrific hair ! Better be dead than be mistaken for the ferret boy. '' agreed Fred, who was making a good show of staring at Harry 's hair and squinting his eyes in disgust. `` It would make a great trick, though. ``

At the recess of his centre, Harry noticed Ginny was almost rolling to the trading floor with laughter while Draco was on the sceptre of strangling the Weasley twins. He decided that maybe now was not a proficient fourth dimension for the Twin to expose their rather twisted horse sense of humor.

`` Yeah, it would. Where are the others ? '' he asked, bore to get this over with. It has been a long night and he wanted to rest.

Within a few minutes, the rest period of the DA member arrived with the exception of Lavander who was still at the hospital offstage. Some also disillusioned themselves. Some decided to be cagey and threw dung bombs inside before they entered much to the annoyance of the others who were already there. While some were too careless to go in without any mean value of protecting themselves in typeface it was a maw. Perhaps it was a right matter that the Weasley twins were too distracted to suppose of pranking those regardless someone by wearing their death-eater garb once more or they would have been scared senseless.

Harry motioned all of them to come closer. He cleared his throat and before anyone could go asking impertinent questions, he began his speech. `` Please listen carefully. All of you. I 'm not going to ingeminate what I have to say. I know that Luna had shown to some of you my a la mode meeting with Voldemort. Yes, he 's still alive. That mother fucker was too power-hungry to die that easily. The person you all saw perish last year was actually Bellatrix Lestrange. '' He paused for a while and took a thick hint. What he was about to say next might be too nerve-wracking for everyone present. nether region, to be honest, it even scared him ... a little.

`` The immorality git has somehow gotten stronger and is currently under the illusion that he is indestructible just because he thinks I 'm dead. How naive ! By the way, we found out that he is planning to announce his presence to the whole wizarding world by creating havoc during the celebration of his theorise defeat. We 're not sure enough about the details yet but the general idea was that he and his thugs would start their terroristic acts a workweek before the fiesta to build up the tension, then it would culminate on the piece of the celebration where Voldemort 's defeat would be reenacted. The blundering dark nobleman himself plans to make an explosive show on the stage, throw a few cruciatus and aveda kedavras on the ministry functionary and proclaim himself as the new pastor. '' He paused again to coup d'oeil at his auditor 's reactions.

`` NOOOOOOOO ! ! ! ! ! '' exclaimed the Weasleys, clearly horrified at hearing a mere fraction of Voldemort 's architectural plan. The others were not doing any better as they digested the information that Harry had just given them.

Looking at their alarmed expressions, Harry was almost gratified that he had some irregular rendezvous with the Dark-Lord-who-refused-to-die and his lowly minions. Sometimes too a lot exposure to death-threats and undeniably wickedness dark Divine had its good full point too. It made one immune from shockingly everyday emotions such as panic and panic.

`` What are we going to do now ? '' asked Neville once more.

Harry smiled at that. `` Good motion. Once again, you 're showing the grading of a true warrior. '' Then, with a slight apprehensive looking at Ginny, Draco and Wormtail, he continued. `` If you can recall correctly, the sorting hat was very repetitive about one thing - unity of all the houses. Sad to say, that 's one of the things that we had 'forgotten'to do due to our personal diagonal and unfriendly touch towards certain people from a nameless home ... ''

`` Are you saying what I think you 're saying, Harry ? '' asked Ron incredulously.

`` You tell me, Ron. Just precisely what do you imagine I 'm saying ? '' said Harry without revealing anything.

Ron sighed heavily. `` You want us to be skillful to the Slytherins. '' he closed his heart as if the mere acknowledgment of the house was giving him severe headache. Then he added as an after sentiment. `` It 's hunky-dory, I guess. Some Slytherins are not that bad. ``

Harry nodded then just when all the others were pacified, he dropped the thunderbolt. `` What about Malfoy and Wormtail ? ``

No one said a word.

Harry waited and twitched his brows slightly as he did so.

`` I beg your pardon ? '' Anapurna ventured to give away the very uncomfortable silence.

`` Draco ? You call that asshole who corrupted our baby, genus Draco ? '' sputtered Ron furiously. `` Since when did he suit your bestfriend ? ``

The similitude just looked at Harry with an abyssal expression.

`` You 're screwball to even moot that thought. '' said Hermione, her heart blazing with anger and disappointment.

`` No, he 's not. He 's brainy. '' commented Luna, her heart gazing dreamily at Harry.

`` It 's not that we do n't trust your judgment but do n't you opine involving Malfoy and Wormtail would be suicidal on our part ? '' stated Ernie evenly.

`` Maybe we should just stick with the lupus erythematosus demonic Slytherins. '' commented another.

Harry could see that Dragon and Wormtail were wincing with every blow that the members were throwing at them.

`` The less demonic Slytherins do n't hump enough about the Dark Arts to aid our cause. '' Harry casually replied and braced himself for more violent reactions.

`` Is that enough reason to enlist the aid of the Prince of swarthiness himself ? '' asked Ron heatedly.

Amazingly, Neville who had been silent throughout the central, answered the doubtfulness for Harry. `` Yes, it is. ``

more silence followed. The DA 's indecision was formidable and Harry struggled to end it before it became uncontrollable.

`` Please trust me on this. Dragon and Wormtail have changed and they 're willing to aid us. They would portion with us useful information on how the Death-eaters think and fight. '' Harry could see that some were still unconvinced. Luna, sensing his irritability rising, quickly took over.

`` Please be reminded that this war is not about petty menage rivalries. We have already lost respective in effect hotshot to the dark English because of that. Anyone who decides to aid us should be regarded as a acquaintance and not as an enemy. '' said Luna, her dreamy expression was replaced with a steely conclusion and a hint of annoyance.

`` B-but Luna ... Wormtail was the one who betrayed Harry 's parents ? '' protested Hermione.

`` Do n't you think I know that ? You 're asking me the wrong questions. '' replied Harry impatiently. `` You should have been asking me about the Lavender 's prediction and how it could help oneself us defeat Voldemort for the last time. ``

`` Sorry. '' said Hermione and lowered her foreland in defeat.

`` Do you all agree to letting Draco and Wormtail in on this ? '' Noticing the others'discomfort with the idea, he added. `` flavor, I 'm not asking you to be chummy with them. I 'm just requesting for a sightly treatment befitting an ally. Alright ? ``

The others were still reluctant but nodded solemnly.

`` That 's just enough for now. '' said Harry and waved his hand to give away the three figures who were nervously awaiting the DA 's verdict.

Wormtail, stunned at being accepted, fainted on the bit. Dragon stared directly at Ginny 's brother and mouthed a tacit apology and murmured a gentle 'Thanks'to everyone while trying to maintain a semblance of self-regard to the Malfoy public figure. Ginny cried at being reunited with his brothers.

`` Now that we have overcome that particular obstacle, let me tell you about the plan that we have come up so far. The prophesy tells about a awful storm that will mark the final conflict, then Voldemort would invoke the spirits. Maybe Hermione could lead the inquiry for that one. I think I 'm supposed to trap their souls but as of now, I have absolutely no idea on how it could be done. I want us to be prepared just in case he raises his army from the dead. '' said Harry, speech production in a slow up style to grant the others to suck everything.

`` call forth his ground forces from the short ? '' asked a fearful Colin.

Harry grimly nodded his head.

`` When will the storm be ? '' asked Cho.

`` I do n't know and I do n't care. Let the storm adjust to our schedule. '' replied Harry somewhat irritably. He was tired of that 'terrible storm'thing. genus Draco grinned at his chemical reaction.

`` So what 's the rest of the programme ? '' asked Lee.

Harry resumed his solemn verbal expression. `` The DA has to be divided. Some would stay to help oneself the professors protect the castle against an tone-beginning while some would fall with me, Ginny, Dragon and Wormtail to prepare for Voldemort 's takeover. Who would be brave enough to come with me ? ``

`` I 'm with you, checkmate. '' said Ron at once. `` I 'd better be there to guarantee that a certain person would not be capable to hex you when your back is turned. ``

`` Now, why would I pipe dream of doing that, Ron ? '' said Draco, injury at being unfairly accused. Ron only glared at him in return.

Harry groaned inwardly but refused to recognise the mildly antagonistic exchange. `` Who else ? ''

Several bridge player shoot up immediately but Harry only chose Luna, Hermione and Neville, the salutary fighters in the chemical group. If they were going to stop Voldemort 's plan for the feast, the alight side needed the hunky-dory scrapper for that.

`` Hogwarts needs you more. '' he said then he turned to the four. `` Pack some poppycock. We 're going tonight. Our house psyche will provide an ample excuse for our absence. ``

`` Where exactly are we going ? '' asked Ron.

`` To Snape manse of row ! '' replied Harry and allowed himself a wicked grinning at seeing their flabbergasted faces.




Chapter 16 - At the Snape residence


As their metrical foot touched the unanimous ground, the group immediately recoiled at the repulsive sight of what Snape claimed to be his home. Anyone unfortunate enough to enter would instantly recognize it as a darkness Wizard 's harbour. No doubt about that. There were no coloured portrait to grace the moderate-size sustenance room, only strange-looking affair hovering above them. All the furnitures were covered with repulsive snake in the grass hide and there were no well-heeled hot seat to sit on.

They had to steady down on the cold, marble floor for that. The walls and cap were all black and their only root of light was the dimly lit hearth. The hideous statues guarding the whorled stairway looked ready to go through any individual foolish enough to wander in its track. It would consume been LE direful if there were at least some welcoming gesture from their host but, unfortunately, the unsmiling typeface of their host only heightened the already creepy ambiance of the place.

`` You call this a house ? '' said the churn up Draco finally who expected the topographic point to be somewhat standardized to a regular thaumaturge house -- not as grandiose as Malfoy manor house but habitable at least.

`` Yes and I would appreciate it if you would keep your offensive commentary to yourself. You 're not here for a vacation. '' reminded Snape in an even tonicity, his grimace devoid of any emotion.

`` I think this place is very concern -- `` commented Harry much to the amazement of everyone present and he could swear he chanced upon a fainthearted hint of a smile on their host 's face. He also heard some tight insinuations regarding his state of mind but he just shrugged it off. That was a normal reaction to his commentary anyway.

`` For the welfare of those who can not withstand a bit of soreness, let me assure you that the rooms upstairs are quite satisfactory and unadulterated with all the requirement creature comforts. '' said Snape in a tone that suggested that he consider those form of people very frail in character.

`` This definitely makes Sirius'household warm and friendly in comparison. '' whispered Ron to anyone who would care to listen.

`` And this is the Training room. '' said Snape as he led them to a deep gap that revealed an even more frighten off way filled with respective equipments that made even Wormtail tremble with fright.

Ron surveyed the sprinkle equipments with gravid apprehension. `` Harry, are you really sure we want to do this ? This looks more like a Torture Chamber to me. ``

`` Weasley, if you do n't keep your oral cavity shut, you will ascertain that these putz could do worse than torment your already battered brain. '' Snape glared at Ron who promptly shut his mouthpiece to avoid risking his wrath.

`` I wonder what this little thing does ... '' commented Neville as he stared curiously at a small clause that looked like a harmless old hat.

`` Would you like to incur out, Mr. Longbottom ? '' said Snape with an ugly smirk on his grimace, clearly daring the boy to do something foolish.

Neville eyed the dirty old hat anxiously but to everyone 's surprisal, he met the Professor 's taunting gaze and returned the party favor. `` Yes, I believe I would, Professor. '' With that, he bravely shoved the article on top of his forefront, expecting the worst.

Hermione and Ron exchanged worried glimpse but Draco, Ginny and Luna just watched Neville with growing fascination.

Neville glanced one more than at the prof and gave him a half-smile as he waited for whatever was to come.

Snape 's verbalism was odd. He sneered at the boy but did not voice out any sarcastic commentary that he never seem to run out of.

Harry saw this exchange and smiled inspite of himself. Neville was no longer the fumbling, incompetent and accident-prone boy that he used to be but perhaps the Potions Professor had been too pre-occupied to notice it.

Suddenly, the hat slid down to fully cover Neville 's grimace then it constricted the neck component in such a way that would realize the wearer lose oxygen within a unretentive span of time.

Most of the viewer panicked and hastily tried to remove the nefarious hat but to no avail.

Snape stopped them with an intensely dusty glare. `` You safe watch this carefully. '' he informed them. Then he barraged Neville with a series of annoying questions that if answered truthfully, the hat would tease apart a little to give him time to breathe but if answered dishonestly, it would tighten some more until a deliquium choking sound could be heard from inside it. Finally, Snape seemed to be satisfied and removed the hat with a spell that not one of the students recognized.

Wormtail immediately ran to the boy whose face was already turning purple from want of air. He quickly performed some spells on him and ordered him to perch for a while.

`` This is definitely a distortion chamber. '' said Ron in a hushed tone.

Hermione and Ginny were still too appalled to comment. Even genus Draco, who had lived in a Dark Wizards'firm all his biography, seemed unnerved by what he saw. Only Harry and Luna seemed to take the incident in stride.

`` Now I know why he turned out to be that way. '' said Luna as she eyed prof Snape with sympathy.

`` What - abnormally ruthless and anti-social git ? '' said Harry jokingly.

`` Why did you that ? You could deliver killed him ! '' exclaimed Hermione angrily to the Potions Master.

Snape smirked at her. `` Granger, for mortal who 's supposed to be the voguish educatee at Hogwarts, you 're displaying a disgustingly low ability to comprehend some matters. That 's what you 're here for - to determine and understand the nighttime fine art - and I 've just given you a demonstration. '' He paused to find the offensive article that fell on the ground. `` This is a 'Constrictor'. As what you just witnessed, it will drive the wearer to reveal any information asked of him and if the individual 's too stubborn to abide by, the hat would tighten itself until the soul can no longer respire. Only someone skilled with the darkness artistic production could get rid of it from the wearer 's head. ``

`` So, basically, it 's just like the Veritaserum ? '' asked Neville who had just recovered.

`` Yes, Mr. Longbottom, but unlike the Veritaserum which takes a full month to prepare and does n't physically harm the drinker, the 'Constrictor'is more approachable and effectual due to the excruciating pain it induces. '' Snape then regarded Neville with a little respect. `` I must admit that I 'm yarn-dye with how prospicient you were able to endure pain. Others usually panic and die from asphyxiation within a minute or two. ``

Others looked at Neville with increased respect. He was at it for more than fifteen minutes.

`` P-Professor, is there a way to go around that affair ? '' asked Ginny timidly.

`` There 's always a way to go around anything ... any spell even except the killing jinx and it all boils down to intellect CONTROL which I 'm about to teach you today if there are no more irrelevant questions. '' said Snape in his common charming manner.

No one commented.

And so the tight grooming began ...

The daily activities would usually start with a few second under the Cruciatus Curse -- Snape 's and Wormtail 's delightful way of waking them up -- then they had to try to stick around under the 'Constrictor'as long as medically potential. This was immediately followed by drinking a few drop of Veritaserum -- Snape said that if they gradually consumed a large amount of that potion, they would be resistant to its core. Of course, an Occlumency object lesson was also included in their day-to-day Cupid's disease of 'mind-strengthening drill'. Then, after being severely battered and abused, that 's the only time that they will be allowed to chew on a stale piece of evidently gelt and a glass of water.

`` That will train you to survive if uncollectible comes to worst. Do you call up the Dark Lord is in the drug abuse of feeding his captive ? '' spat Snape impatiently when Ron foolishly tried to complain about the inadequate nutrient supply.

After the distasteful repast, if one could call it a meal, Snape and Wormtail would strike turns placing them under the Imperius Curse until they could throw it off instantaneously. Then, the oh-so-merciful trainors would cede them the luxuriousness of an hr or two of eternal sleep which was not very relaxing at all since they had to read voluminous chapters about the 'Characteristics and action at law of a Dark Wizard'.

The 'rest'would soon be followed by another disgusting meal. Then at exactly eight o'clock, Mad-Eye Helen Wills Moody would arrive to torment ... err..train them some more about the strategy and tactic of Muggle Dueling just in case they were disarmed and had to resort to hand-to-hand combat.

By the end of the day, the captives err ... trainees would be too exhausted to worry about anything but sleep which was limited to five hours only until they would be awakened again by the Cruciatus Curse.

And that was how they spent the whole week.

On the 8th day, they were pleasantly surprised to hear that Wormtail and Snape had to pass to Hogwarts for a myopic meeting. They were even more delighted to hear that they had the time off and they could do whatever they want as long as they stay within the manse and never enter the 'Training Room'. To top it all off, Snape had conjured some well-off professorship so that they could eat properly on the dining table. They were provided with a very yummy meal that seemed extraneous somehow after being used to having nothing but moth-eaten sugar and water.

`` I wonder what 's going on. '' said Ron as he helped himself to a tidy serving of the peach lavishly laid on the table.

Hermione eyed the food warily before she replied. `` Maybe they poisoned the intellectual nourishment ... or maybe they were just testing us if we could control our hunger in front of this spread. think what we read about how the dark head work ? ``

Ron and Draco choked on their nutrient when they heard Hermione 's statement. Neville spat whatever morsel was left in his back talk and Ginny promptly stopped eating. Unsure of what to do, they just stared forlornly at the fantastic spread in front of them, wishing they were back at Hogwarts where they could eat to their nerve 's contents without fear of any underarm maneuvers.

`` Hey, what 's wrongfulness ? '' asked Harry after seeing their grammatical construction.

He and Luna had decided to spend the sunrise together to research the business firm, talk about some stuff and well - whatever. They were making up for lost time and they just stopped for lunch.

No one said anything.

Harry and Luna took their seats and started to fill their plates.

Still no one said anything.

`` Why are n't you eating ? Is there a job ? '' asked Luna when she noticed that the others were not even touching their food.

`` Umm ... We have some reservations about this meal. We 're thinking that maybe it 's poisoned or something. '' replied Hermione weakly. The others murmured their own suspicions about the motives behind the kind gesture.

To their surprise, Harry and Luna laughed.

`` Oh, is that all ? I thought it was something bad. '' said Harry.

`` Did n't prof Snape William Tell you ? '' said Luna.

`` evidence what ? '' asked Ginny.

`` That they are going to hand us a hard-nosed test tonight and if we perform to their standards, we could go back to Hogwarts tomorrow. '' replied Harry.

`` Oh ! '' muttered Hermione and Ginny softly.

`` WHY DID YOU order US ? '' ranted Ron as he shoved as practically intellectual nourishment as possible down his throat.

`` Well, you asked ... '' said Harry, confused by Ron 's reaction.

`` Hmp ! I did n't want to get it on. '' said Ron.

`` Why not ? '' asked Neville curiously.

`` effort now I wo n't be able to enjoy the afternoon at all. I would be too engaged worrying about that abominable test. '' said Ron wearily. `` Who knows what those evil minds have in store for us ? ``

`` Do n't worry Weas - Ron ... .No one 's going to die. '' said Draco, grinning wickedly at him.

Everyone just groaned and continued eating.

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The good afternoon passed too quickly for the group 's liking. As expected, no one was able to relax upon learning what they were about to do that night. Right after luncheon, the group practiced what they learned and tried to retrieve all the details that Snape had imparted to them.

By dark metre, the tension was already at its highest head. Every picayune matter seemed to get on their nerves. Only Harry and Luna were oblivious to everything around them. They were so engrossed on their own little world while the others were almost tearing each other 's throats.

`` WHERE THE HELL ARE THEY ? '' yelled an angry Ron.

`` HOW THE HELL SHOULD WE KNOW ? WE 'RE ALL HERE ! '' yelled an also irritated Draco. The suspense was too a great deal for him too.

`` IF YOU TWO DO N'T STOP, I 'M GOING TO oath YOU ! '' screamed Hermione at the top of her lungs while Neville vainly tried to placate her.

`` PETRIFICUS TOTALUS ! '' shouted Ginny and Draco and Ron immediately froze on the spot.

`` Hey, that 's uncalled for ! '' said a red-faced Neville as he removed the expletive on Draco and Ron.

Ginny glared at him. `` OK ! '' She was about to run to her elbow room when something caught her aid.

POP !

POP !

POP !

Three cloaked image appeared on the early face of the room.

Ginny was frozen on the spot. Another pop ... .and then another ... and another ....

`` AAAAAHHHH ! ! ! ! DEATH-EATERS ! ! ! ! '' she yelled immediately and started attacking the intruders.

The others in the group quickly spun around and joined the battle. Soon, the place was sizzling with colorful arc and electrifying curses. green of light were grazing each of their skins, wounding them but they just ignored it.

`` CRUCIO ! '' shouted one disguised pattern and hit Neville but he was already used to the pain. He managed to free himself by quickly sending a stiff stunning trance to the figure.

Ron and Hermione produced a very powerful harbor good luck charm to forefend mild curses while sending fireballs to the enemies. Draco tackled a nearby death-eater who was trying to attack Ginny. No one even got near Harry and Luna due to the immense power that they were radiating.

Suddenly, soul summoned several 'Constrictors'and charmed it to catch all the students but the hats never even lasted a minute on their heads. And the students had adequate sentience to stay on firing while while struggling to break destitute from the 'Constrictors'.

The conflict became even Thomas More vivid as more Unforgivables were hurled unrelentingly by the opposition. The chemical group, sensing that they were dangerously outnumbered, disillusioned themselves to even the odds. But they were disgruntled when they noticed that the foeman could still sense their presence and were even able to remove the charm.

`` Luna, Ginny, Hermione, combine your strong suit to bind the enemies when I give you the signaling. '' yelled Harry while wandlessly sending three dark-cloaked name flying to the wall, knocking them unconscious mind. To his other side of meat, Neville, Ron and Draco were also ferociously attacking the opposition. They managed to incapacitate five more than undesirable visitant.

Behind their back, a number of death-eaters were preparing to fuddle a right magic spell at the boys but Luna quickly saw it and launched a spell of her own. Harry followed it up by a disarming and stunning spell then he levitated all the foe to one side of the room.

At Harry 's signal, the miss simultaneously conjured a magical rope to truss the fallen intruders to prevent them from escaping.

Soon, various intruders disapparated, leaving only the unconscious mind ones behind. The smoke started to clear up out, giving the mathematical group a percipient vision of their surroundings. The tabular array was smashed and the stairway was broken. There were trickles of blood on the floor and some furnitures were reduced to ashes. Snape 's household was a mess ! But they had managed to get fifteen opposition, not bad.

Harry looked at his Quaker and noticed some minor Robert Burns and unsightly wounds but otherwise, they were all right.

`` Why did n't Snape and the others arrive ? Do you think we 've been setup ? '' asked Hermione.

`` I do n't bang. '' replied Harry simply then tensed again as he heard respective consecutive strait of people apparating.

Everyone immediately pointed their sceptre to the instruction of the audio expecting another encounter.

`` merlin ! What happened here ? '' yelled a associate voice.

It was Chester Alan Arthur Weasley, government minister of conjuring trick, and he was accompanied by professor McGonagall and gentlewoman Pomfrey.

`` DAD ! '' Ron and Ginny ran to hug their father at once.

`` Poppy ! Quick ! '' said the Headmistress and Madam Pomfrey quickly tended to the boundary figures.

`` We 've been attacked by death-eaters, professor. I think Snape set us up. '' said Hermione.

The Headmistress suddenly looked confused for a present moment then her middle lit up in agreement. `` Oh, I assume you passed your test ? ``

`` run ? What test ? Did n't you hear, professor, we 've been attacked ! '' exclaimed Ron who was finding it difficult to grok why the shoal nursemaid chose to advert to the injuries of the foeman first.

`` No, you were not attacked. Let me show you. '' said the Headmistress and she used her baton to reveal the faces of the intruders.

The group was stunned. They were all Order members !

`` I think Professor Snape and I had a slender misunderstanding. When he told me that you shall be tested this evening, I assumed that it would be quite similar to an average practical mental testing. I never thought that he had a different idea in mind. But I admit his programme was ingenious. You were caught unaware yet you were able to handle the post to your vantage. '' explained the Headmistress. `` And without any major accidental injury, I see. You did well. ''

Arthur Weasley chuckled softly. `` I think our members need to direct too. Imagine seven small fry beating them ! ``

`` So, professor, are we going back to Hogwarts tomorrow ? '' asked Harry who was the first to retrieve from the shock.

`` Certainly. Especially now that several Order members have to spend some clock time at the infirmary wing. '' replied the Headmistress. Then she addressed the whole group in a low voice. `` Kindly try to teach them a matter or two, will you ? I never imagined them to fall behind this terribly. It 's really humiliating ! ``

`` Of track, professor. It will be a pleasure ! '' replied the group with funny smiling pasted on their faces.

`` Hah ! May I have the pleasure of WAKING Snape up ? '' said Ron, his oculus twinkling with anticipation.

`` I would be delighted to prepare their meals. '' commented Hermione with a circuitous grin.

The parson and Headmistress were puzzled but the balance of the group just roared with laugh.

Chapter 17 - Danger at Slytherin sign


`` I hope you 're not seriously contemplating on putting 'that'programme into action. '' said Harry nonchalantly as he watched his bestfriend stealthily approaching the still at peace Potions Master with wand poised in mid-air, quick to wake him up from his deep slumber through a well-placed cruciatus curse.

Ron groaned and quickly lowered his wand. `` And why not ? He used to do it to us during our preparation. '' He mumbled though without practically conviction.

`` Well, might I prompt you that Snape had a plausible self-justification for doing so and you, considering that he 's still lying unconscious and at the mercy of a inexorable mediwizard, are not in the perspective to do so. '' replied Harry lazily as if he was explaining a thoroughly unproblematic deterrent example to a risque shaver. `` Besides, performing an unforgivable is a for certain way to get into Azkaban. ``

Ron paled instantly and hastily hid his wand. He sighed. `` You 're no fun. ``

Harry laughed softly. `` We can do fun thing later after we finish Voldemort off. ``

`` Do n't be so damned confident. '' said a unaccented and muffled voice.

The two immediately turned to where the sound came from and were not so surprise to see the Potions Master struggling to get up from the hospital bed despite brothel keeper Pomfrey 's strict instruction that he was not supposed to do so.

Harry 's eyes darkened slightly. `` Please, do n't be so red cent pessimistic. ''

Severus Snape stared hard at the two son before glaring at Harry. `` I 'm just being realistic. ``

`` You do n't consider we could do it ? '' challenged Harry with a startling coldness in his voice.

The professor seemed to sense it too for he replied in a more carefully manner. `` I do. I just do n't need you to make a deadly fault of underestimating the enemy. ``

Harry visibly relaxed and unclenched his clenched fist. `` fine. I wo n't ''

The professor nodded in understanding and closed his optic as if he just woke up to give his opinion on that finical topic and now that he was finished, he wished for nothing but to return to his peaceful respite.

Harry and Ron reluctantly continued keeping lookout man on the hospitalise lodge penis while struggling to stop all homeworks that they have missed while they were away. Ron kept grumbling about the injustice of the billet but wisely stayed away from frail topic like last and destruction. It was bad enough that it was the spirit of the month of the school 's gossip electronic network without discussing it during their ease time. In fact, he would rather nullify it if possible.

Madam Pomfrey eyed the two boys impatiently as they went on with their interminable yack of Quidditch, unrelenting professors and unfair employment payload but she struggled to maintain a tranquilize facade as she went on with her employment. Normally, she would never let them stay but the heightened merry floor forced her to tolerate their presence in the hospital wing. She had to admit that she needed service to plug the safety of her patients if ever the need arises.

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Devon and Callah coolly made their way to the Slytherin dungeon hoping that nobody was around when they arrive. They just got back from their education and they were currently not in the mode to be pestered by nosy housemates. Unfortunately for them, the most meddling unity were still at the rough-cut room and immediately looked at their counsel as they entered the place. They eyed the newbie suspiciously and their position clearly implied that they needed a very convincing explanation.

`` Where were you ? '' demanded Blaise, his sceptre held at the side, ready to strike if their solvent proved unsatisfactory.

`` Did n't Snape tell apart you ? He made us do some horrifying labor to make up for our incompetency in his stratum. '' replied Devon coolly, immediately reaching for his wand. He did not like Blaise 's arrogant flavour and he knew the git was just itching to plant power over them.

`` With the Gryffindors ? '' asked Blaise in a malevolent tone.

`` Definitely not. What a screwball idea ! Snape would never subject to such utter debasement. '' stated Devon evenly.

`` That 's what he told us. We knew better. '' smirked poove as she too eyed Devon and Callah disdainfully. `` Who are you ? '' She asked with such finality that the two became occupy at once but tried hard not to show it.

`` Are you insinuating something, Parkinson ? '' queried Callah with the same derisive tone to hide her nervousness.

`` Our connections checked all Wizarding Schools all over the world and not one confirmed your registry in their school. So I 'm asking you one last time -- Who the hell on earth are you ? '' Blaise 's verge was now pointed at them. The others quickly followed. It seemed that they were not in the mood to spiel games tonight.

'Damn ! Where 's Harry when you need him ?'thought Draco while staring at the grim expressions of his housemates. Four against two was not a bad odd for them but this was quite untimely. They could not give to foul up their cover so near to the final showdown. It would ruin their program !

`` Maybe they made a misapprehension, big deal. It happens, you know. '' replied Callah in a decrepit attack to salvage the situation.

`` Yeah. '' Devon readily agreed. `` And if you do n't bear any early relevant things to ask us, we 're going to sleep now. ``

`` Oh, no, you do n't. Petrificus Totalus ! '' shouted Blaise. Devonshire and Callah quickly rolled out of the way and formed a buckler to protect themselves.

Pansy, Crabbe and Goyle quickly hauled their own hexes at them but none came in contact with their target.

`` Is this how you treat your housemates ? '' drawled Devon as if he found their exertion too novice for his taste.

`` No, only for betrayer. '' said Blaise and sent another knock-down curse at them but the two were just too fast.

`` Maximus Illusionus Reverso '' uttered a familiar voice from behind Devon and Callah.

The two immediately froze. They knew that voice. It used to haunt their nightmares and now it seemed that the nightmares had come true. The name slowly stepped away from the shadow and surveyed the disbelieving faces of the supposed 'traitors'of the Slytherin family. His long, silvery blonde pilus swaying lazily only added to their revulsion. His verge was pointed at them and the cane with a serpent carved on the hold was held loosely by his former hand.

It was Lucius Malfoy ... as menacing as ever ... and he was looking at them with so much loathing that the two knew they were in a very delicate spot.

Lucius turned to look at his Thomas Young comrades and gave them a facial expression of double-dyed disgust. `` How pitiful ! I 've wasted so much time in training you and you could n't even defeat two -- -- - `` His wand almost fell as he noticed the light emanating from the 'traitors'as they gradually reverted to their original appearances.

`` Malfoy ! ``

`` Weasley ! ``

The four Danton True Young antagonist gasped in surprisal while Draco and Callah cringed inwardly at the at hand risk. The game was up and all they could do now was to grin, bear it and try to escape unscathed.

`` Well, well. What do we consume here ? It seems that the darkness Lord is discipline once again. '' stated Lucius coldly while shooting sticker at his own son.

`` H-he knew ? '' asked Ginny wearily.

`` Of form. When Dragon and Saint Peter the Apostle failed to bring back to the Manor that nighttime, he knew. He just did not realise that you 'd be foolish enough to go back to Hogwarts. Surely, you do n't consider that this schooling could offer you protection from the night Jehovah 's wrath. '' sneered Lucius. `` Fortunately, Blaise here was able to provide us with a rather interest information about three wondering transferees at Slytherin House. It did not take much long to figure out that you, Draco and dick were those three. '' He appeared very pleased with himself for his clever deductive reasoning.

Draco glanced at Ginny, grateful that her typeface did not betray any reaction on the mistake on Lucius'interpretation of issue. With an almost imperceptible nod of his head, the two started to run out of the vernacular room but immediately suspend on their caterpillar track when they heard the evilness laughter or Voldemort 's right script.

`` How silly can you get ! Certainly, we sealed the common way after you came in. Do n't fool yourself into thinking that you 're too important to be taken alive. '' said another familiar vox.

It was Macnair - another Death-eater ! The man was followed by another dark-robed figure. Draco and Ginny paled instantly. They did not recognize the third man but he must be another death-eater to be in the company of Lucius and Macnair. 'Probably a new recruit .'they thought in dismay.

`` The Headmistress would notice the interference in the wards if you attack us now. '' declared Ginny bravely.

Lucius stared malevolently at the young couple while his two companions only laughed at her declaration. The early four were just enjoying the appearance, clearly confident that Dragon and Callah had no means to escape especially with three adult star in their side.

`` We have no intent of explaining our intricate methodological analysis to your decrepit minds but rest assured that we could kill you in pacification without anyone outside this room being the wiser. ``

`` I 'm your son. '' stated genus Draco simply, vainly hoping that the fact would make the elder man lenient on them.

`` You ? An ungrateful and traitorous bastard who apparently had no acantha on his body to uphold the phratry tradition ! No, give thanks you. I 'm quite majestic to say that I have no son. '' retorted Lucius viciously that Draco flinched at his cruel lyric.

`` Family custom ? What 's that - to be a slave to a raving lunatic half-blood who acts like he owned the world but can not even kill a one-year-old baby ? '' shouted Dragon angrily. He felt Ginny 's hand reached for his in an attempt to calm him down but he refused to budge. `` Groveling at the Dark Lord 's dirty foot, merlin ! Have you no self-worth at all ? ``

`` CRUCIO ! '' Lucius exclaimed but he was astonished when the spell that used to cook his son beg for mercifulness did not have a lasting effect anymore.

`` Surprised ? '' Draco gloated at the look of surprise on his father 's face.

`` Stupefy ! '' yelled Blaise, poof, Crabbe and Goyle at once but genus Draco and Ginny deftly dodged the curses and sent their own, deliberate to aim some of their curses on the common room door to coerce it open.

Macnair ran towards Ginny and hurled a conjunctivitis curse at her but missed by a mere centimeter. The other death-eater conjured a very knock-down tour that blasted a nearby wall

Lucius carefully assessed the situation and sensed that the two were to a greater extent fitted out for a small fry encounter like this one. Swiftly, he unearthed a charming rope from the confidential pocket of his cloak and expertly whipped the two double-dealer. The two were fast but it was very unmanageable to annul all the hex and the rope at once.

`` Ahh ! '' yelled Ginny as the tip of the rope violently came in contact with her baton arm. stemma started to exudate from the broken peel and burned so terribly that her cursing ability began to dwindle away. Draco saw this too and tried to cross her but a cuss sent him flying to a nearby paries making him vulnerable for another attack.

`` Destructo ! '' screamed Pansy and aimed it at genus Draco but before the curse could hit him, Ginny had screamed `` Accio Draco '' almost desperately.

`` ask this ! '' shouted Lucius as he struck the two with the whip.

It hit Draco squarely on the back as he covered his tearful girl and the wand fell from his hand from the excruciating pain that followed. The impact made him cough up for breathe and was horrified when he saw line of descent coming out of his sass. He stared at Ginny and saw that she too was having some difficulty in breathing.
He tiredly reached for his baton and braced himself for another attack. He forced himself to face up their attackers and projected a brave front.

`` What now ? '' he smirked and tried to act as annoying as ever. He refused to collapse them the satisfaction of seeing him beg for mercy. Even another whipping that crossed his dresser and made him cough up more blood did not wipe the smirk from his face. 'Let it be known that genus Draco Malfoy and Ginny Weasley died fighting evil courageously .'he thought, resigned to the hopelessness of the situation.

As if sensing his morbid opinion, embraced him tightly and whispered weakly. `` D-do n't turn over up. There 's still hope ... '' She then gripped the galleon tightly and hoped that help would get soon.

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The Head Boy and Head little girl have just finished making the net round for that night and were ready to return to their respective dormitories when they felt the fellow burning adept from their pockets. They paled immediately when they saw who was in trouble.

`` Quick ! If Draco and Ginny needs help, then the billet must be very grave accent ! '' exclaimed Hermione as she dragged Ernie to the Slytherin common way only to be blasted away by an invisible rampart that hindered them from coming in.

`` It ... is ... very ... .grave ! '' agreed Ernie as he struggled to get up from his ungraceful fall.

Hermione nodded and was vaguely cognisant of former DA members being hurled to the priming coat by an invisible force.

`` Whoever was in there put up a powerful ward to stamp down us from entering the room. '' commented Padma Patil who was one of the recent victim of the invisible force.

`` Yes and I know Harry 's not in there so we really need to maintain extreme movement to break the barrier. Maybe the fireball technique could work if we simultaneously barrage the room access with it. '' said Hermione.

`` How do you cognize Harry 's not in there ? '' asked Seamus. Hermione rolled her centre at the seemingly idiotic question but chose to keep her glossa in hinderance.

`` Because trust me, if Harry 's in there, Ginny and Draco wo n't be having this problem. Besides, I know that he and Ron are at the hospital wing to look out over the patient role. '' she replied as politely as she can. `` Why do n't you inform the Headmistress of the post while we try to check down the door ? '' suggested Hermione to which Seamus quickly agreed.

Hermione, Ernie, Neville, Padma, Anapurna, and Colin quickly formed bolide and hurled it at the room access at the same time. At initiatory, they thought it did not work but after a few Thomas More instant, a small maw formed on the threshold.

`` At the rate we 're going, it would be lucky if we could open it before sunrise. '' whined Anapurna as her human dynamo started to fan out. The others were inclined to agree but could not do much but hold on and wonder what the hell was taking the others so long to respond to the call.

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Harry and Ron were interfering playing Wizard 's Chess when they felt the burning sensation in their pockets. Both immediately took out the counterfeit galleon but with different reactions. Ron quickly got up and started to run but Harry held him off.

`` Why ? That 's my sister ! '' exclaimed Ron and tried to offend free from the iron handle of his bestfriend.

`` I know but they 've been trained well. They should see how to make do. Our tariff is to guard the patients. What if someone attacks them while we 're out ? They 're quite defenseless and the Order could lose the most powerful and well-read members if we act rashly. '' stated Harry calmly but he knew his explanation was falling into deaf ears.

Ron glared at him. `` That 's my babe ! I need to avail her. If you do n't need to aid then finely ! softwood with it ! ``

`` It 's not just a whim and you know that. '' said Harry coldly but relented when he noticed the looking of despair on Ron 's typeface. `` face, I 'm surely the others will aid them quickly enough. But for now, we need to guard them. If there 's an fire, then this is where we are most needed. ``

Ron still did not appear convinced. Harry sighed heavily. `` All right, if I sense that they could not plow it, we 'll go together. okay ? ``

Ron reluctantly agreed and they continued with the game although Ron was still too pre-occupied to proceed his focusing. He was continually fidgeting nervously and his optic were darting from side to side as if waiting for something.

`` Ron ! ``

`` What ? ``

`` Do n't be paranoid ! ``

`` I am not paranoiac ! ``

`` Yes, you are ! ``

`` No ! ``

`` If you do n't mind keeping your spokesperson down ... The patients need remainder, you know. '' stated lady Pomfrey irritatedly.

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As the loudness of the human dynamo diminished, so was the look of the brave withstander. They were fully aware that every minute counts and it only takes a few minute for the killing expletive to be cast. Whatever was happening inside, they just hoped that Ginny and Draco could stall long enough to intermit down the barriers.

`` We 're coming ... we 're coming ... .hold on ! '' chanted Hermione furiously as if the simple mention of her thought could make it occur true. But her braveness started to fail as the Ernie 's fireball started to flicker dangerously. Only Neville 's and hers were still glimmering proudly but they knew their strength was beginning to fade too.

Hermione snuck a glance at the door and was dismayed to find that the incision was still too small. She glanced at the tire pattern of Ernie, Parvati and Padma trying to regain their military strength and gripping their galleons tightly. She gestured for Neville to let go for a while and they, too, called for help. After catching a few breathes, the five conjured fireballs again for a lack of more effective matter to do.

Luna, still in her night-robe and looking as if she just rolled out of her bed, ran to Hermione 's position and taking her cue from the senior girl, she conjured her own but instead of an ordinary bicycle one, hers took the shape of a Draco that swallowed all the early fireballs before forming into a very powerful flaming sword. She fearlessly held the sword and traced the door until it fell on the ground, effectively startling all those inside into inaction.

All the DA members ran inside, with scepter ready for struggle and seemed slightly disappointed to find only when three death-eaters and just four Thomas Young stupid following inside the dark and eerie green elbow room. They noticed the two unconscious figures lying on the footing and all of them only had one thing in intellect as they glared with everlasting detestation at their repeated enemies -- - 'It 's vengeance time !'

`` What the -- - `` exclaimed Blaise but was quickly shut off by a maddened paralyzing spell from Ernie while Neville, Hermione, and Luna took advantage of the element of surprise and quickly stunned the three adult virtuoso.

Padma and Parvati evidently enjoyed hexing queen for being an objectionable bitch who took pride in spreading malicious rumours about anyone outside her house while Crabbe and Goyle ran cowardly out of the room to merlin-knows-where.

Professor McGonagall appeared with Seamus a few minute of arc later, a little disoriented at the sudden routine of events but was quite relieved to find Ginny and genus Draco had some combat injury but were still alive.

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`` Harry ! The others are also calling us ! Are n't we going to do anything ? '' Ron was almost hysterical now as he stared at the continous blinking of the official DA galleons with different public figure for each nictation but with similar location.

Harry frowned and started to worry too but this was something that he must learn to do according to Dumbledore. He must learn to bank that others were also subject of defending themselves and it should not always be his job to make unnecessary the day. But Ron was justify to do as he wishes ...

`` You may go and help oneself them Ron. '' he stated and averted his center from the piercing glare of his bestfriend.

`` You really do n't plan to help, do you ? '' yelled Ron angrily.

`` I 'm trying to make them strong. ``

`` How 's letting them die relieve oneself them strong ? ``

`` THEY ARE NOT going away TO -- - `` Harry 's tidings were stuck on his throat as he noticed several people hastily approaching the hospital wing led by the Headmistress who was carefully levitating the battered and bloodied organic structure of two somebody onto the vacant beds. brothel keeper Pomfrey became immediately worried and went to retrieve some healing potion and pain-relievers from her medicinal drug rack. She quickly administered cure as soon as the bodies were settled.

Ron, after the electric shock at seeing the injuries, took one facial expression at his sister 's condition ( never mind the other ) and his locution darkened immediately. He glared ferociously at Harry and before anyone could do anything else, his bottled anger and frustration came out in the shape of one very strong punch on the guilt-stricken face of the-boy-who-lived.

`` BASTARD ! '' he spat angrily and walked off.
writer 's Note : Hey, sorry for the late update for chapter 17. It 's just that I 've been very busy with work that clip. Anyway, I 've already fixed the problem with Chapter 16 so if any of you have not read it properly yet, you may do so now. By the way, I think there will be only two or three more chapters left.

Thank you very much for reading and please proceed to review. Thanks again !


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Chapter 18 - Too Smart to Notice the Obvious


'Bastard !'

The atrocious audio echoed in Harry 's ears as he stared at the abrupt departure of his bestfriend followed by Hermione, probably to regain out what was wrong. No one would take guessed that he felt anything but mental rejection at his supporter 's tumultuous disturbance as he struggled inwardly to forestall the instinct to lash back from surfacing beneath his calm air exterior. To others, he just appeared confused and a little unnerved by the situation.

`` What 's that all about ? '' asked McGonagall as she scrutinized his face for any signal but the stony typeface of the boy revealed nothing.

`` Maybe he was just upset, professor. '' He replied calmly. What he definitely did not need right then was parental advise from the people present. He was sure enough that such a piffling misunderstanding did not deserve a full guild and DA merging. There were things that he had to class out on his own. He noticed that Luna was just staring directly at him for a reason that he could not fathom in his flow United States Department of State of mind but maybe he was just being paranoid. 'Was I mistaken ?'he thought. 'But how could we possibly hope to confront a war if we did not believe in each early 's capabilities ? It would all churn down to me…and it was not fair ! I could n't possibly save them all from peril even if I already became powerful. perdition, even Dumbledore could n't save all who perished during Grindelwald 's time !'

'Calm down, hon. Ron will come around. As you 've said, he 's just upset. Look, you 're making everyone nervous .'

Harry nodded subconsciously before he realized that Luna had not spoken aloud.

`` Madam Pomfrey, will they be all right ? '' he asked the school nanny instead.

`` Yes, beloved. Do n't worry. They will be here for a day or two to go back and their wounds would convey longer to bring around but otherwise, they will be all right. '' replied the suck good-naturedly.

Harry sighed with alleviation and turned to the Headmistress. `` What about the Death-Eaters and the Slytherins, professor ? ``

`` I have already alerted the Ministry. Arthur and several aurors will be arriving soon to get them. '' she replied wearily. `` I believe brothel keeper Pomfrey can cope for tonight. I suggest you all go to your respective dormitories and quietus. ``

Harry and the others nodded solemnly. They were all about to go forth when they felt another fellow sensation in their pocket.

`` What the infernal region -- ``

`` Not another attempt ! ``

`` IT 'S HERMIONE ! ! ! ``

Harry swore under his breathe and led the others to Hermione 's localisation while the Headmistress and other DA fellow member remained at the Hospital wing. It seemed that the castle was not secure anymore. 'Wherever she was, Ron might be there, too but why did n't he call for assistance earlier ? Maybe Ron was too mad at me right now ... maybe he thought I would not come to his deliverance .'he thought ruefully.

When he reached the door to the Slytherin dungeon, he steeled himself for another battle but was horrified to instead feel Hermione slumped on the earth, crying hysterically and with a flavor of express stool and bitterment on her nerve. Sizing up the situation, Luna quickly instructed their friends to enquire the place as Harry attended to Hermione.

`` Where 's Ron ? What happened ? '' he asked her gently.

`` Oh, Harry ! They got him ! I 'm so sorry, I was n't able to do anything ! '' exclaimed Hermione in an hurt tone.

`` Him ? You mean Ron ? Who got him ? ``

`` Death-eaters ... Ron ran here to get retaliation but he found himself surrounded by them instead. If I had only arrive sooner ... '' said Hermione in between hiccough as she struggled to find her composure.

Harry felt a gnawing guilt on his stomach as he listened to her news report but he tried to crusade it away to be able to think clearly. Then, an alarming thought suddenly formed on his judgement ... '' Accio Marauder 's Map ! '' He shouted and within seconds, the old lambskin reached his hands. He tapped it softly with his scepter. `` I solemnly swear that I am up to no good. '' Slowly the lines and alphabetic character appeared on the map.

Harry studied it carefully to see if there were any more foeman around. He found none. 'They must take in gotten what they came here for. I wonder why they got Ron ...'He looked at the parchment again and was pleased to find professor Flitwick heading towards their location.

`` Mischief Managed. '' he murmured softly and map went blank immediately as the petite professor entered the room access. It was time to let the professor in on their little secret.

`` Mr. Mooney, would you wish to explain what happened here ? Minerva said there has been an attack. '' said the professor as he tried to valuate the situation.

`` I 'll explain later, professor ... number one, we need to beef up the wards. The castle is not safety anymore. '' Harry said quickly.

`` But I ca n't possibly do that alone, Mr. Mooney. It needs at least four strong sensation to do that and if you 're not cognisant yet, only the Headmistress and I are physically capable as of the moment. Maybe we could ask some help from the Ministry though ... ''

`` Professor, we can not hold back that long. It would be very unsafe. Besides, you 're forgetting that there 's a student here who could execute in that capacity ... ''

`` Yes, I know ... unfortunately, that student has already perished in the hands of you-know-who. '' replied the professor almost tearfully as if the mere recollection brought back some sad memories to him.

`` No, he 's not. '' replied Harry cryptically as he bent down to whisper the data on the professor 's ears.

The prof 's middle widened for a moment then it was followed by a radiant grinning and a little nod of understanding. `` Well ... if that 's the case, shall we commence ? ``

Harry nodded and started to concentrate on their near pressing task. His only thought was that they must not break down as he poured all his energy to augment Mr. Flitwick 's inadequacy. The safe of 100 of pupil and teacher was in their hands. As the colorful lighting flowed from their sceptre to the wards outside the castle, Harry felt a sure sense of fulfillment even though he was gradually beginning to bear the brunt of such acute sorcerous dismission.

Despite the howling pounding in his head and severe magical drain, he kept his concentration, barely looking at everyone else. He vaguely heard Professor Flitwick 's remark that the Mary Augusta Arnold Ward were unattackable already and that they could end. He ignored him and continued what he was doing ... .only a few more holes ... .only a few sec more ... .there ... it 's finished. The castle was safe ... at least for the mean time.

He managed a weak smile at the similarly worn-out professor before he collapsed on the ground.

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October 29, 1997
At the Hospital flank


Harry opened his center slowly and was just starting to adjust to his surroundings when he heard a familiar drawl from a nearby bed.

`` sword lily you 're awake now, Harry. ''

Harry smiled at the fellow silvery-blond-haired boy who spoke. He was looking quite sizeable and rested unlike the finish time he saw him.

`` Nice to see you 're still live, Draco. ``

`` I thought you 're going to omit the final examination encounter though ... '' replied the boy.

`` What do you mean ? What 's the date today ? '' a storm Harry asked. Then he frowned as a intellection occurred to him. `` Why are n't you in disquise ? ``

The boy shifted military position to be able to converse properly. There was no hint of humour in his articulation when he replied. `` It 's October 29, just two daylight before the you-know-what ... ''

`` WHAT ? ? ? '' yelled Harry, alarmed that he had been out for so long.

The boy ignored him and continued. `` Anyway, the Night that we 've been attacked, Lucius ... '' Harry raised his eyebrow at hearing him refer to his don by his name only. `` ... performed an anti-illusion patch on us. They know. ``

`` How much ? ``

`` Not much actually. The policy change spell only confirmed what they already knew however, they are wrongfulness on one chronicle. '' Dragon paused for effect. `` ... .They thought the thirdly transfer was Wormtail. ''

A slack smile bed covering on both of the son'lips.

`` Well ... that fault could be their downfall. '' said Harry then he eyed Dragon carefully. `` Are you surely you do n't need to stay put away for that event ? I mean ... ''

Dragon looked downcast for a instant before he replied. `` I know what you mean ... and much as I 'm not exactly jumping up and down with joy at the prospect of another meeting with my Father, I realize that it is something that I must do for my own peace of judgment. ``

Harry considered this for a here and now. There was something that he wanted to do right after the struggle if they got golden ... succeeding design that only involved him and Luna ... his other friends too if they wanted to ... but what about Draco ? What 's going to occur to him afterwards ? The boy had so very much pent-up hatred in his brain that if left to his own gimmick too much, he just might grow up to be the next dark lord.

`` What 's your plan ... I mean after the competitiveness ? '' he asked Dragon tentatively.

The boy just shrugged his shoulders and sighed heavily. `` I honestly do n't bed ... finish up school perhaps ... then bring over our family business concern ... expend some time with my mother ... other than that, I have no mind. '' Draco got up slowly and tried to sit on Harry 's bed. `` Before, I thought my future plans were made. I 'm going to follow my father 's pace and be another firm Death-Eater but now, everything has changed and I suddenly found myself living life on a day-by-day basis with a very unsure prospect of a hereafter. Heck, I do n't even cognize if I 'm going to last for that. For all I know, I might not even live long enough to graduate. ``

Harry nodded thoughtfully as he pondered his answer. `` I feel the same way, too. '' He stared directly at Draco 's eyes as if trying to induce up his psyche about something important. `` Actually, I have some kind of a plan. If we 're fortunate enough to emerge victorious in this war, I plan to leave the wizarding world ... permanently. Luna has a choice to graduate first or number with me at once. We 're planning to live a rule life history afterwards ... progress a schoolhouse for the present perhaps or any early 'normal'business. If you want, you may come with us. We can commence anew ... a life sentence without prejudices. It 's your alternative. ``

Draco stared dumbfounded at him and immediately pointed one trembling fingerbreadth at himself. `` You want ME to come with you ? Are you serious ? '' Harry nodded solemnly and smiled encouragingly at his new ally to instill the sincerity of his offer.

Draco became misty-eyed at once but he carefully hid it by turning his back at Harry and heading quickly to his own bed. `` I 'll retrieve about it, Harry. Thank you. ``

`` Do n't refer it. That 's what protagonist are for. ''

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Hermille, Neville and Luna were all huddled at his bedside. Hermione and Neville were impatiently trying to dissuade him from pursuing his plan while Luna only listened intently at their treatment. Draco and Ginny were still sleeping peacefully on their beds.

`` Harry, please do n't tell me you 're serious ! '' exclaimed Hermione.

`` I already told you my plan ages ago. Why act so surprised ? '' replied Harry calmly, making it obvious that he was already determined to engage his programme and that no one could possibly reach him vary his mind.

`` You ca n't possibly do that ! '' said Hermione, her face turning the same coloration as Ron 's hair.

`` Why not ? And it 's not as if we 'd lose middleman, you know. You could even number with me if you want to. ``

`` Are n't you going to be an Auror ? '' commented Neville, trying to pee him see sense.

Before Harry could make any intelligent response, Professor McGonagall came rushing inside, her eyes flooded with business concern as she waved a minor bit of parchment in front of Harry.

`` Mr. Potter, what is the significance of this request ? '' she queried as if she could not quite believe that such an mind would occur to Harry.

`` Just what I stated prof. I want to take the NEWTS tomorrow so that I could be considered a full-pledge thaumaturge by the 31st. ``

`` But the year is not yet over. You could n't possibly take that test and flip. ``

`` Not to sound too arrogant but I believe I have learned all I need to pass my triton. Please, prof, this is important to me. I have n't requested for anything since I got here, please grant my request just for this once. I need something to look forward to. I need to be capable to think that after the war, I have something to LIVE for. ``

Professor McGonagall could not seem to notice an appropriate reply for that. `` I see. ``

`` In that compositor's case, professor, I would like to take the exams early, too. '' declared Hermione resolutely.

An involuntary cough escaped Neville 's throat when he heard it. `` Hermione ? ``

`` I do n't know about you, Neville, but I am already tired of this war. I wish to live a peaceful life after. Besides, is n't it unjust for the professors to prepare for the NEWTs of only one person ? ``

`` I guess ... but I ca n't possibly take the triton with you ... I do n't think I would pass. '' said Neville ruefully.

`` You do n't have to do it, Neville. You can persist here. Your family is here whereas Luna and I have none. Hermione 's parents are muggles so it would not be wrong if she wanted to spend more sentence with them in the muggle world. '' explained Harry, effectively shielding the disappointment he felt at his reaction. As much as he wanted to populate a new life with his friend, he was also very much aware that they have their own lives to live too.

`` What about you, Luna ? '' asked Hermione to the youthful girl.

`` Harry would be tutoring me so I do n't necessitate to stay here. If I 'm prepare, I would come back here to learn my NEWTs. '' said Luna as if it was the most obvious thing to do.

`` Hey, I could do that, too. Hermione and Harry could teach us, right ? '' said Neville excitedly.

Harry did not respond immediately. Instead, he turned to the astonished Headmistress and asked her opinion. `` Is it all right for us to do that, professor ? ``

`` wellspring, it 's not a pattern recitation in this innovation but given your ritual killing, the least I could to is to make an exclusion in your case as a token of gratitude. Yes, Harry and Hermione could take the NEWTs tomorrow if they 're quick and the eternal sleep of you could be home-schooled and take the exam at a belated date. '' replied the weary prof but she also seemed proud of by their decision for a understanding that she did not bring out to them.

`` Does that also include us, prof ? '' asked Ginny timidly. Both she and Draco eyed the Headmistress hopefully.

`` Yes, of class. '' replied the Headmistress good-naturedly.

`` shit ! '' swore Harry as he remembered something.

`` Language, Mr. Potter. '' Harry mumbled a hasty apology. `` What seems to be the problem, Mr. Potter ? ``

`` I just remembered ! How could I have forgotten ! '' Harry berated himself. `` What happened to Ron ? ``

The Headmistress lowered her promontory at once and Hermione became teary-eyed but thankfully, she did not break up down.

`` I can only assume that Ron is being kept safe. '' replied the Headmistress nervously. `` According to our intelligence network, they kidnapped Ron to ensure a win-win post on the 31st. ``

`` What do you stand for, Professor ? ``

`` We found out through the Slytherins that the enemies already knew of our programme to subvert their attack on the celebration but they are still going to bear on through with it. If they win, then they would kill Ron for he no longer serves a function but if they find themselves at a disadvantage, they would use Ron to thrust the minister - Ron 's Father of the Church - to follow their biddings. ``

`` But that 's horrible ! '' commented Harry and swore under his breathe once more.

Ginny was too shocked to react but Draco looked concerned.

`` Yes, Harry. But that 's how the evil mind works. ''
Chapter 19 - The Proposal


October 30, 1997


Harry and Hermione were both sitting at the opposite word ends of a vacant classroom near the Headmistress'office. They smiled at each other for sustenance but somehow they both knew that they did not ask it. Their reflection bore no gloss of nerves or taking into custody towards the early newt. If anything, they were more uneasy about Ron 's precondition than anything else and the tryout was just a welcome divagation.

The first off written test was history of Magic. Harry glanced at Hermione and groaned inwardly when he noticed her exuberance. She was clearly in her element and though he was n't exactly dunderhead in that subject, he still felt a little resentful about her zeal. He found it very odd. He liked Professor Binns and had utmost respect for his astray knowledge but his preternatural ability to put students to restless shock was not really endearing -- he alone could construct students return asleep through a detailed discussion of Vampire tribe wars and the violent return over of the dark God Almighty of the premature one C. Fortunately, Harry had a more competent instructor who patiently drilled the History of magic into his wandering brainpower jail cell or he would n't be able-bodied to answer any of the questions.

... How did Albus Dumbledore defeat Grindelwand during his prison term ? ...

'Well, this is easy ...'Harry thought. He and Professor had an in-depth discussion on this topic before hoping that he could learn a lesson or two from the old man 's experience.

... bonus doubtfulness : In your sentiment, how can You-Know-Who be defeated ? ...

'This is so piteous ! They could n't even write his name on paper for good'sake ! Anyway, this is well-situated ...'He was a little put-off by the question. He could drop a line a detailed story of his encounters with Voldemort, the Resurrection of Christ at the necropolis, the prophecy and his plans to vanquish the Dark God Almighty ... possible attempt and curses that he could utilize but he restrained himself ... This was a tactical and rhetorical query that must be treated with caution. Surely the professor was not seriously expecting him to answer it truthfully so he settled for a simple reception that he hoped would summarize his whole thought - squad workplace. That should be enough.

After that came Defense Department Against the night Arts. Both written and pragmatic tests were as light as boiling pee as he had expected. There was no doubt in anyone 's mind that he knew more about it that the professor himself. good luck charm and tutelage for Magical Creatures were fairly easy too. He could safely assume that his respective prof for those subjects became very considerate when they formulated the trial. Potions was a totally different matter, though. Snape deliberately made his test more hard than common. It was either Snape was challenging him or he just possess a high school heed for Harry 's capabilities but nevertheless, Harry did not heed at all. Apparently, Snape was someone who would n't let up just because the student was special and he was grateful for that.

Transfiguration of Jesus was also no better but Harry welcomed the challenge. No favoritism - that was an respectable insurance and he would n't be the one to ask for anything substandard.

Harry was aware that the professors were still not happy with his request. After all, if they win the war, there would be no need to go. Unfortunately, peace was not just the absence of war in Harry 's opinion. He wanted public security within himself. To be able to walk around without being mobbed ... to be able to rest in a room without being goggled at just because he had the 'scar'... to be able to enjoy his young person, something that he had been deprived of for so long ... a life without extreme expectations. But perhaps they just did n't interpret.

Hermione, Dragon, Ginny and Neville must hold felt the same too. Whatever happens, they would never be the same again. Draco would definitely continue to contain the stain of being the traitorous son of a death-eater whichever slope he was fighting for. Of form, it would temporarily be overshadowed by his contribution to the declivity of darkness but once things have settled down a bit, people would revert to their usual assassination err - analysis of his theatrical role - whether he really turned to the light position because it was the right on thing to do or he just did it for selfish reasons.

Hermione would also be forever thought of as the 'brain'in the group - the one who had the solvent to everything, another one destined to take in great things. masses would set about to carry more first-class achievements from her - perhaps divulge a therapeutic for some obnubilate unwellness or maybe create a counter-curse for Aveda Kedavra - yes, something to that result. With all due respect, she would most probably be able to do that someday but the insistency would be decent to push back her insane any day.

As for Ginny, maybe she was just tired too and a dignified leakage would give her enough clip to recuperate psychologically and socially. Her action mechanism had severely damaged her kin 's trustingness in her and she was not set to face that yet.

And Neville, he really did not postulate to go. The wizarding community was his humans. If they could only find a cure for his parents, then he would be perfectly contented to appease there and make up for lost times.

With that thought, Harry finalized his answers and handed it to the proctors who were plainly astounded that he had finished earlier than expected.

`` Are you sure, Mr. Potter ? We were instructed to commit you Thomas More time if you requested it since your case is a fiddling unusual. '' said an aged hag who looked a lot like professor McGonagall except that she had a gentle and kindly side of a mother hen.

Harry smiled. `` Thank you Madam but I 'm already done. There 's no need to extend the time. And I believe my friend does n't demand it too. '' He said when he saw Hermione lazily got up from her chair too and handed her own response flat solid which was considerably thicker than his.

`` Hey, Herm. Are you sure you did n't quote the whole book there ? '' said Harry jokingly.

Hermione eyed him exasperatedly. `` Of form not. I just had to explicate some things in item. You know they might be looking for a particular solution and I had to earn sure that I covered all possibilities ... '' she paused for breath for a patch `` ... I 'm not really sure about the animagus Transfiguration Day though. I 'm afraid I would get a deduction there because I was not able to properly key out the feeling since I have n't experienced it first-hand yet besides ... ''

Harry quickly decided to deepen the topic before she could launche a thorough discourse of the run that he wanted to forget for the metre being. `` Shh ... Hermione ... it 's alright ... You 're going to get a senior high school score ... possibly high-pitched even. Quit worrying. Just be thankful that it 's over. ``

`` Oh, but it 's not yet over, Harry ! '' cried Hermione in hurt, flinging her sleeve at him.

`` I know. But do n't interest. We 'll be capable to hold open Ron somehow. I wo n't let any of my have intercourse I suffer in evil bridge player again. '' declared Harry with a murderous glint in his eyes as he thought about the enemies who just did not know when to drop by the wayside. `` Why do n't you rest for now ? You 'll ask your strength tomorrow ... for Ron, okay ? ``

Hermione discreetly wiped her tears away and went back to her room. Harry smiled at her sadly as he watched her go and subconsciously walked towards the Quidditch theatre of operations. It was one of the things that he would escape the most when he take back to the muggle macrocosm -- the exhilaration he feels when he was flying, the mind-numbing satisfaction he experiences when he caught the sneak mere seconds away from the deal of a worthy contender. But it was not as if he would n't be able to fly anymore, he rationalized to himself. Perhaps there would descend a time when he would be comfortable enough to get along back and see the new teams play, maybe give them a few tips or play a game with them himself. Perhaps in a few twelvemonth ...

`` Harry ... ''

He turned around and saw the familiar spirit blond-haired young man approaching with a broomstick held loosely at his side. He smiled as an outraqeous theme crossed his mind.

`` Accio Firebolt ! '' he yelled and the outside standard broomstick rushed to his hired hand, pulsating vibrantly as if it was itching to be used too.

`` Accio Snitch ! '' he yelled once more and the snitch he had caught during his fifth class before Umbridge banned him flew right to his waiting hand. It was just flying around the Gryffindor vernacular way and everyone just ignored it. For some strange understanding, Dumbledore did not ask him to retrovert the lucky snitch. He just procured a new one from the store.

The blond-haired figure waited patiently as if he already knew what was going to happen next. `` Just like old meter eh ? '' He raised one supercilium as he mounted his broom.

`` Yes, but no monkey business please. '' said Harry teasingly.

`` Hey, I do n't wander ! '' snorted Draco as he flew around the battlefield to warm up.

`` Yeah right ! Like pulling my broomstick to forestall me from winning was definitely a good show of sportsmanship. '' Harry replied good-naturedly

`` Those were the just old days ... ''

`` Nasty old twenty-four hours, you mean ... ''

`` Whatever ... '' Draco casually waved his hand and signalled him to commence the game.

Harry rolled his center as he let go of the canary. `` Now, let 's play ! ''

The two most splendid flier at Hogwarts raised their heather simultaneously, almost hitting each other but their skill and speed prevented them from a very dangerous collision. The snitch suddenly went up several cadence more but the two was able-bodied to follow it quite impressively. Their middle never left the stoolpigeon. There were no other players to think of, no bludgers to look out for. It was only the knotty snitch out there and only the better player would be able to capture it.

The two were accelerating more and more and anyone who were watching would not even recognize the actor. They would only see two flashes of green blending through the Night sky. Then, the snitch changed its course, forcing the seeker to change their tactics and direction, too. No one would catch it by just following it relentlessly. Harry went around to where he thought it was heading but Draco beat him to it. He laughed as genus Draco tried to clasp his helping hand around the winged ball only to grasp evacuate air as the snitch escaped once more.

They were so engrossed with their game that they did not notice two female person pattern following their every drive, cheering their every move.

Harry and genus Draco performed some aerial acrobats first as they searched for the canary, enjoying the game for what it was, not for house compass point or Quidditch cup. Just a biz. Then, they both caught visual sense of the favorable flashes down below, near their limited audience and both dove at break-neck focal ratio, trying to outflank one another.

Harry could see it now, just a few feet more and he stretched his hand. At the recession of his eye, he saw that Dragon was doing the Saame affair.

`` Go Harry ! ''

`` Go Draco ! ``

Harry was snickering now as he saw the panicked expression of Draco as his finger touched the wing ... then suddenly his laughter vanished and his hand unconsciously went to touch his forehead. His cicatrix did not hurt anymore but he could still feel any emotion that Voldemort was exuding. He was used to feeling his anger and vexation but never elation and pure delight. It was unnerving ... whatever it was that made Voldemort glad must be bad for the light side.

`` I 've got it ! You lost ! '' shouted Draco, waving the golden stoolie triumphantly. Ginny was hugging him as if he won the Quidditch finals.

`` H-huh ! '' said Harry, caught unaware. His moment of distraction was enough for Dragon to catch the ball but it did not trouble him at all. What he wanted to know was why Voldemort suddenly felt those emotions a day before the battle. What the perdition happened ?

`` Harry, I did n't know you were such a sore nonstarter. '' teased Draco but his grinning vanished too when he saw Harry 's solemn expression. `` Hey, what 's incorrect ? ``

`` It 's Voldemort. He 's glad and I do n't do it why. This is bad. '' replied Harry.

`` Maybe he discovered something that he could use against you tomorrow. '' stated Luna. `` Perhaps he had taken ascendency of the Heliopaths and Crumple-horned snorkacks but they were very nice and friendly creature. They would not obey him unless they were being threatened. ``

`` Uh-huh ! '' commented Dragon for a lack of something intelligent to say.

A very uncomfortable quiet followed. Ginny and Luna stared at one another and it seemed that they reached a silent correspondence for Ginny suddenly linked her arm to Draco 's and started to pull him away.

`` come on, Drake. You need to wash yourself, you stink. '' Ginny broke the strain lifelessness, wrinkling her tiny wind in disgust.

`` I do not ! '' protested Draco in mock horror but followed Ginny back to the castle leaving Harry and Luna alone.

Harry and Luna sat on the ground, ignoring the tickly Grass and dampen earth.

`` I hate to think of what it could possibly mean. '' said Harry after a while.

Luna embraced him tightly. `` Then do n't conceive. It could be a ruse, you know, to fuddle you and score you lose your assurance. ``

`` I guess you have a power point there. '' said Harry and shifted his side so he could properly hold her in his arms. `` So are you really for certain you want to come with me ? ``

`` Of course, why do you ask ? '' Luna looked at him with her pinnace eyes that seemed to melt his heart.

`` Nothing, just wanted to take in indisputable that I have n't pressured you into doing something you do n't need to do. '' replied Harry weakly.

`` Oh, hon. You know I would succeed you to neverland if you tell me to. I love you with all my substance. Do n't you defy believe otherwise. '' said Luna and leaned forward to physically assure her boyfriend that he really meant a lot to her.

The fire in both of them ignited furiously and the osculation deepened to realize up for lost time. It had been a long time and no one was there to stop them. As they looked up, they caught a coup d'oeil of the stars shining above them, the twinkle reflected in their eyes. They kissed once more, this sentence Harry 's mitt started to roam around Luna 's delicate body. He could palpate her shiver slightly at his touch and he realized that if they did not stop now, then he would not be able to control himself anymore. With great indisposition on his part, he extricated himself gently from Luna 's embrace.

`` Umm ... .hon ... It 's later ... Maybe we should go to bed now. '' he said hoarsely as if he had trouble controlling his external respiration. 'Uh-oh ! Did it fare out all right ?'he thought as he noticed Luna 's mischievous smile.

`` I think so too. '' replied Luna as she led him somewhere.

`` Hey, where are we going ? '' he asked dumbly.

`` To your dormitory. '' she replied innocently.

`` Umm ... Luna, should n't I be the one to bring you to your hall ? '' he asked weakly. He did n't really desire to end that Night but he did n't want to hale her into anything.

`` Harry James ceramist ! Sometimes you 're just so dim ... '' she said exasperatedly and started to leave him in the middle of the Quidditch pitch.

Harry was stunned by her response. `` Wait, wait ! '' he ran after Luna who was walking aimlessly around the field.

`` What now ? '' she asked not looking back, still a niggling miffed by his reaction.

`` W-why ? '' He turned her around and saw that there were tear threatening to fall down her rosy cheeks.

`` Aaaaarrrgh ! ! ! ! ! '' she screamed in frustration and the tears started to flow uncontrollably. `` What if something happens tomorrow ? What if I die, you die or we both die and we would n't throw the prospect again ? ``

Harry looked around in panic and a sudden realization suddenly struck him. She was right. What if something happens that they could not ascertain ? `` calm air down, please. postponement ... .please ... just wait here. Do n't bequeath. I 'm just going to get something. ``

Without waiting for her answer, Harry quickly ran to the Gryffindor common way, ignoring the lady asking for the password. He bumped the portrayal rather forcefully and swore under his breathe as he rubbed his throbbing forehead.

`` You did n't leave the watchword ! '' declared the Fat noblewoman accusingly, rubbing her ankles.

`` I was in a hurry ! '' yelled Harry.

`` But you 're not supposed to be in here ! '' argued the portrait, glaring at him.

`` But you know who I am, do n't you ? '' he asked rather stubbornly.

`` Yes, of row, but still, you 're not supposed to be here. You do n't have a go at it the parole. ''

Harry took heavy breathes to calm himself. He realized that he had to change his strategy so that he could get inside. `` Umm ... I apologize for barging in here unannounced. It 's just that there 's something that I must get from my previous elbow room. It is cover very well and I could n't just summon it. It 's for my girlfriend ... I hope you understand. ``

`` Is it the annulus ? '' asked the portrayal as she eyed him suspiciously.

`` Umm ... .yeah. But delight do n't narrate anyone. It 's supposed to be a secret. '' he said, staring at the trading floor in embarrassment.

To his surprise, the Fat Lady clasped her hands and Panax quinquefolius in pleasure. `` Oh ! Falco columbarius, why did n't you say so ? I would take in let you in immediately. '' she said and the room access opened instantaneously.

Harry thanked her extravagantly and quickly ran to his elbow room, ignoring the peculiar coup d'oeil sent his way. He retrieved the ring and stared at it intently. He had been planning to propose after the engagement but he just realized that he needed to do it as soon as possible for the adjacent day might be too later. proceedings later, he returned to where he left Luna and was glad when she saw her lying on the dope, star-gazing.

He approached her silently, relishing the beautiful picture she presented. He tightened his clutch on the piece of jewelry in his paw. It was a legacy from her female parent. Something that was handed to him by Dumbledore, among other things, before he passed away.

`` I 'm good-for-nothing. '' he whispered, afraid to speak in a normal vocalization for it could destroy the mood of the moment.

`` For what ? '' queried Luna in a hushed tone, still refusing to look in his direction.

`` For acting like an insensitive jerk. '' he replied earnestly. He dropped to his knees and reached for Luna 's give hand. `` I just did n't know what to do. ``

That was lawful. He did not fully grok how unnatural his juvenile life had been until then. Heck, even Neville had Sir Thomas More action than he did ... but not due to miss of whirl though. He just did not have the inclination of an orbit to perform such a hallowed act with anybody else. It was a very good issue for him. He believed that it should only be done at the right time by two people genuinely in love with each other. But what if the veracious time never came ?

genus Draco and Ginny had already done it. He saw it when he intruded on Ginny 's mind before. Perhaps Ron and Hermione too though they never talked about it. Maybe he was just too engaged to think about it and the fact that the only person he considered doing it with was catatonic for almost a yr only made it regretful. He was not that naive. He had read and ogled the Playwitch powder magazine with Ron out of curiousity but that seemed such a long time ago.

`` Err ... are you still mad at me ? '' he asked tentatively, kissing her hand lightly as he did so.

Luna slowly got up to confront him. `` No, I 'm not mad. A little urinate off ... yes ... but not mad. ``

Harry stared at her, biting his lower lip, unsure of what to do next. He kept on caressing her left hired hand, not fully aware that his action was starting to give her feel warm and tingly all over. Luna raised one lovely supercilium and pinched his mighty boldness playfully.

`` Oh, Harry ! You look so adorable when you do that. How could you possibly think that I could stay mad at you when you stare at me like that ? '' said Luna, licking her backtalk nervously.

Harry tensed when he saw her movement and gazed at her lips as if he could not conceive of anything else. Then, a chirp of a pass doll brought him back to his senses. Prying his eyes away from her inviting lips, he carefully slipped his mother 's legacy to one of her fingers and kissed it softly.

Luna was speechless as she fixed her eyes on the magnificent cerulean Harlan Stone etched with a tiny symbolization of a unicorn on her ringfinger. She looked at Harry and almost melted on the position when she saw the earnestness and affectionateness in his eyes.

`` After the war has ended, will you have this poor person a chance to spend the rest of his life with you, missy Luna Lovegood ? '' Harry asked her with so a lot emotion in his spokesperson that she knew it stemmed from the very core of his being.

She threw her arms around him and cried at the sheer exquisite nature of his proposal of marriage. `` I will. Oh, Harry ! I will. give thanks you for loving me so lots. ''

`` No, the pleasance is mine. '' he replied and bent to seal off the marriage proposal with a heart-felt gesture of love.

Glancing at the whizz once more, he noticed that Mars was very promising that night ... but Venus was brighter ... considerably brighter than on any other night. Then as if sensing their need for seclusion, the clouds gradually moved to cover the lunation, effectively shielding them from the light. Red Planet was temporarily forgotten as two phantasma intertwined and moved in rhythm to a symphony that they alone could hear.

Chapter 20 - Voldemort 's proposition


October 31, 1997


After the breath-taking act that strengthened their attachment, Harry and Luna continued to lay in each former 's arms, just contented on staring at the disordered dots shining brightly above their forefront. The piano cushion and tender blanket that Harry conjured made them comfortable enough to refrain from going elsewhere. The night was fading, the imminent doom hid around the corner, but they were not afraid anymore. They had become united and the effectiveness of one became the strength of the former.

As they watched the sun raise gradually, they realized that they must return to their commons way now but both were loath to do so. They were still savoring the minute and it was hard to let go of the emotions that had engulfed them a few hours ago.

'Who would have thought that we would end up together ?'Harry mused as he stole a glance at the lovely individual snuggled on his chest. 'And to suppose, I, myself, thought her strange when I first met her ...'

`` I thought you 're quite gonzo that metre too ... '' commented Luna lazily, caressing his dresser in random mode. At seeing his incredulous look, she added. `` You 're thinking out loud, hon. But do n't worry, I 'm very much in love with you now and that 's what matters. ``

`` True ... rightful ... Did I mention that'I love you'already ? ''

`` I believe you did, Mr. potter, several clock time actually. '' replied Luna, giggling softly.

`` Well, let me show you once more ... '' said Harry, his eyes twinkling mischievously but a loud crack distracted him.

It was Dobby.

Harry groaned inwardly. From the looking of the elf 's red facial expression with capitulum drooping shamefully at the side, he knew that he saw something he should not and was quite abashed by his intrusion.

`` Bad Dobby ! Bad Dobby ! I am so drear, Mister Harry ceramist. I did not have in mind to go against you or anything. '' said the house-elf as he repeatedly bumped his nous on the terra firma as punishment.

Harry quickly put on his clothes and pulled Dobby from his self-inflicted castigation. `` Dobby, stop that ! I 'm not mad at you, just a little blockade. ``

`` Mister Harry not angry with Dobby ? '' The house-elf slowly looked up and eyed him hopefully.

`` Hi Dobby ! What brought you here ? '' asked Luna after fixing herself.

The house-elf jumped up and down, whether it was due to panic or excitement was indistinguishable. `` The headmistress wanted you in her billet now. She said you must get make. ``

`` Oh ! '' murmured Harry and quickly vanished the cushion and blanket. `` We 'll go there now and by the way, you must be there, too. ``

Dobby puffed his chest proudly at his words and apparated immediately to the Headmistress'office. Harry and Luna opted to walk.

The first affair they noticed when they set substructure inside the castle was the orotund number of bookman milling chaotically around the corridors and some hovering above the open fireplace as if they did not make love how to use one. No professor was in sight, except for dame hootch and Filch who were attempting to put some monastic order to the bedlam that erupted.

They never stopped to ask anyone what the commotion was all about. Instead, they ran as fast as they could to McGonagall 's office.

The meeting has started and all of them could feel the mounting tensity as they finalized their plans.

`` I have already ordered Madam hooch to send the pupil to Crigod Commune immediately. We do n't need any fatal accident here. Harry, have you already stationed some dementors to defend the blank space ? Please be reminded that they should be near enough to secure the place yet far enough to make no effect on the citizenry inside. '' said McGonagall in a fag tone.

`` Yes, Professor, that has been taken care of. '' replied Harry then he turned to the house-elves nowadays. `` Kindly ensure that the dark power wo n't be able to apparate out once the battle has begun. We want to end this war today. ``

The house-elves nodded reverently. `` We are most happy to compel, kind sir. ``

Harry gave them a warmly smile of gratitude before he switched his aid to the minister. `` Mr Weasley, I 'm certain this situation is very concentrated for you knowing that they might use Ron for bargaining, are you indisputable you could do by today 's program ? We can come up with some option if you ca n't. ``

The red-faced master of the tunnel shook his head furiously. `` No ! I have to do this not only for my son but for the others as well. I believe we could get out this off. ``

Harry thought for a second but relented. `` Very well. ``

`` And I 'm going as well. '' said a soft voice from a someone sitting timidly at the far end of the room.

`` Dudley ? '' Harry stared in daze at his cousin. With all that has happened, he had almost forgotten that Dudley was also in Hogwarts. `` What are you doing here ? You 're supposed to be flooing to your mom 's home. ``

`` I know but mum said that I should stand up by your side today. She said it is little compared to what you have done for us. '' came the reply.

`` And what about you ? What do you mean ? '' asked Harry shrewdly.

`` I think she 's compensate ... I want to help. ``

Professor McGonagall worriedly stepped in. `` Harry, I really hope you 're not considering letting him go. He 's far too Edward Young for that and is not that sensation in dueling yet. ``

Harry sighed inadvertently. `` The headmistress is right, Dud. Besides, your mum needs you more. There are pile of people who need trade protection at Crigod 's. ``

`` B-but -- ``

`` No arguing now, please. I really appreciate the fact that you offered to help and that alone is enough for me. I also know you 're gifted but, Dud, you 're needed elsewhere. Do you empathize ? '' said Harry in a console voice.

`` Oh, ok. '' agreed Dudley reluctantly and left the way as quietly as he had come.

When Dudley has left, Harry surveyed the grim but determined faces around the way. One could accept that they were all ready to face dying but Harry knew they were all anxious as hell. Who would n't ? Well, it seemed that a pep delivery was in rules of order ...

`` I know what we 're going to do today is very difficult and I believe it 's scaring the hell out of everyone but we have trained comprehensively. There 's nothing to fear. We are better prepared in this war now. We have more powerful friend on our side. Let me present you the odds : Due to our past exertion, Voldemort 's death-eaters have dwindled down to a measly 539
and most of them are kids. We have 317 fully trained aurors and sorcerer, 84 highly capable DA members, not to mention the shape up DA members who could take on at least five death-eaters each and the other noncombatants who are most willing to aid us should the need arises. The horror-inducing dementors are also on our side ... We also have some goblin ... giants .... centaurs ... house-elves ... fairies ... supporting our cause. What else do we need ? Voldemort 's only entertain over the wizarding is the frightening store of the killings, torture, and chaos during his reign of terror but it 's all in the past now. '' Harry paused for a spell and noticed the group relaxing slightly as they listened to his speech. `` We can do this ... We can win this war ... We just have to think in ourselves. Remember, we have more to mislay but even more to gain. ``

The radical applauded him warmly when he concluded his little pep lecture.

`` So, are we ready for old Voldie now ? ''

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At the Hogsmeade Plaza


The program has begun with a brief setting about Voldemort, how he came into power and what he had done before the-boy-who-lived defeated him for the first time.

Then for the adjacent percentage, the ministry erected a enlarge pensive ( courtesy of Harry ) that depicted what happened to the thaumaturgist 's stone, the basilisk and finally the resurrection of the dark lord during the end of the Triwizard Tournament.

various people were instantly aghast at what they saw. They knew famous Harry ceramist, the-boy-who-lived, but no one actually realized the horrors he must have endured to last up to his name. For a minute of arc, they questioned the righteousness of their feeling of pinning all their hope on a young boy. They had unwittingly stripped him of his youth. Merlin, it was harsh for anyone !

This was followed by a forgetful snorkel breather -- a demonstration of a right wizard duel and a melancholy wizard dance that involved a man and a char swaying to a haunting melodic line while riding a broomstick and flying slowly around the stage.

Then the Minister announced the succeeding part of the platform - the reenactment of Voldemort 's frustration exactly a year ago. Everyone paused to observe. This was the mo that they have all been waiting for. They have read in the newspaper publisher that 'You-know-who'was defeated but only a select few knew how.

As the reenactment was being performed, the parson and the others eyed all the entrances with trepidation. The performance was about to end when hoi polloi felt a sudden change in the atm. Gone was the agitation and enthrallment in the audience stratum. It was replaced with apprehension and panic as person slowly approached the stage.

It was Lord Voldemort. There was no mistaking the crimson red centre that was glowing dangerously, the claw-like digit and the malevolent stance he exuded. He walked towards the stage like royal line. People parted to give way to the fledgeling. Some even fainted at the pot of his revolting font that seemed to belong to the Prince of Darkness himself. His claws threatened to squeeze the sprightliness out of anyone who dared stand in his way.

Following him were his most trusted brother, swaying their robes in a dignified manner and removing their thug as if to proudly expose their expression to the hushed crowd. Some of them came from the most prestigious families and their double-dealing was evident as they dragged a bound and bloodied teenage boy whose dress was almost unrecognizable from the cuts and bruises he suffered while in captivity. The red tomentum was the only matter that gave his identity away.

Hermione fumed at the sight of his fellow but her beneficial sense dictated that she should not do anything yet. It would be too unsafe to act on neural impulse. She glanced at the diplomatic minister and was impressed with the almost ethereal calmness he emanated. It was almost as if he was not staring at his injured son but it was just an act. oceanic abyss inside, she knew the parson would care nothing more than than to literally tear the man who dared harm his son into miniscule pieces.

`` Fancy seeing you here, Voldemort, or is it Tom ? '' greeted the rector, devoid of any emotion.

`` Do n't ever anticipate me that again. Where 's the boy ? '' demanded Voldemort.

Harry stepped on the degree and hastily removed the concealing charm on his nerve for everyone to see. `` I 'm here, Tom. ''

`` I know. '' lord Voldemort grinned maliciously at him and he did not like it all. Something about Voldemort 's arrogant bearing made him a little mistrustful. It was as if the dark Maker knew something he did not.

As if sensing his thoughts, Voldemort leered at him once more, baring his painfully outrageous face in his behalf then spoke in a cold vocalism that was supposed to send thrill down his spine ; only what he felt was revulsion instead of fear.

`` …neither can live while the other survives… '' The dark lord stated. `` Do you have any idea that recently, I have been seriously harboring the thought of recruiting you ? You would have been a desirable addition to my privileged ranks. Together, we could hold reigned the wizarding cosmos and purge it with all the impure races but I 've changed my brain. Thanks to your pitiful and worthless protagonist here. I am now cognizant that it 's not possible. ``

Harry forced a stoic construction and glanced at the bloodied face of his good acquaintance and instantly felt pity for what he must birth undergone. There was no trace of anger in his Friend 's face, only remorse and exhaustion, and that was enough for him to infer that Ron did not cheat on him purposely.

`` I 'm deplorable, Harry. I 've tried but I 'm not just sound enough. '' Ron managed to say, his oculus pleading for forgiveness.

`` That 's all right, Ron. He would consume found out eventually anyway. '' He tried to conciliate his friend 's guilt.

`` I am such a stern ... '' said Ron and Harry realized he was apologizing for a different reason.

`` Yes, you are. But you 're still my best friend, Ron. ``

`` T-thanks, partner ... ''

`` How touching ! '' mocked the dark lord before shifting his gaze back to Harry. `` And do you know what else I 've learned, Potter ? ``

`` Well, actually no, but I 'm sure you 'd tell me anyway so better get on with it. '' replied Harry lazily, yawning for effect, as if the whole matter was too boring for him. The result he 'd been aiming for was soon visible in his opposer 's side. Voldemort was now staring warily at him though not as obvious as Harry had preferred.

`` The prophecy only stated that it is possible for you to kill me but still, the probability of it taking seat was only l percent. Meaning, it could also be the early way around. Tsk…tsk…tsk…what a shame ! All those years of preparation …and all for NOTHING ! '' Voldemort suddenly laughed and peered intently into Harry 's human face as if searching for a reaction of some sort but failed. `` But I 'm not that cruel you know… '' Harry merely raised an eyebrow at this, patiently urging him to go on. `` I will bring in you a deal. Let 's cause some fun first. pick out any game you want and I 'll let your friend go if you win. ``

`` And what if I lose ? ``

`` Then I shall have your chief. ``

Harry 's mind worked overtime. This was a prospect to lessen the amount of blood shed in the last fight. Of class, he could not really hope the dark lord to comply with the convention and agreements but there was no scathe in trying.

`` Let 's raise the stakes higher then…If I win, you and your following will be at our disposal. If you win, the wizarding man shall be yours… ''

Everyone gasped and stared at their supposed-to-be savior as if he was losing his head. Even Voldemort eyed him apprehensively for a moment.

`` Harry ! You 're being totally idiotic ! '' yelled Hermione in frustration but Harry ignored her plea.

`` Bloody stupid Gryffindors ! '' Draco murmured under his breath, glaring at Harry for essence but found himself observing the issue with growing fascination. Harry 's unequalled overture to the post intrigued him greatly.

Voldemort sneered with manifest disgust at the traitorous son of his most intrust follower before addressing his perennial opposition. `` Your foolishness astounds me ! Do n't you realize that you 're just making things easygoing for us ? '' stated Voldemort evenly. He was still puzzled by thrower 's sudden variety of tack.

Harry ignored him too. `` So, do you agree ? ``

`` Naturally. What 's the secret plan then ? ``

`` flip coin. '' He declared defiantly, daring Voldemort to resist to bet the muggle game but the dark nobleman did not say anything except cast a suspicious eye on him, silently weighing his motivation for choosing it.

The response of the interview was more vocal music. Some muggle-borns laughed nervously at the seemingly ridiculous suggestion while pure-blood star seemed curious yet highly questioning at the same time.

`` He lost it ! ``

`` What 's a 'Toss Coin'?

`` Harry, are you out of your mind ? ! ? ``

`` He ca n't be serious ! ``

Amidst the ruction, Luna instantly sent a telepathic substance to reassure Harry .'I told you…you are really freaky but I like it…play with his judgment. Old Voldie 's already growing queasy. Maybe you should try my technique later…see if it works…'
'What technique ? The spaced-out one ?'replied Harry through his mind.

'Yeah, if you want to form him really uncomfortable. That one never failed to give people the creeps before .'said Luna in an entertained tone.

Harry laughed inwardly .'I 'll prevent that in mind .'

The death-eaters noticed his amusement and were extremely disturbed by it. `` Master, are you quite certain this is not a sand trap ? ``

They eyed Harry warily. They were no dubiety coming up with their own horrendous interpretation of the secret plan - imagining it to be some kind of an exceedingly vicious and violent duel of some sort. After all, was n't it what they came here for ? The line and panel ? The joy of killing, torturing and instilling fear in the hearts of those who oppose their noble visual sensation ?

`` quiet ! '' the dark lord hissed angrily. things were not going exactly as he planned and the thing that he hated most next to Potter was the desperate impression of not being in dominance. Unfortunately, he could not indorse out of Potter 's challenge now. `` Shall we start ? '' he spat as contemptuously as he could muster.

`` Certainly. Here is a galleon. Pick the position you want and the one who wins two out three tosses wins the game. '' declared Harry, his backtalk curling slightly at the end in mild amusement.

Voldemort spitefully chose the 'Head'contribution. Harry only smirked at his selection.

`` bod ... You always had to be the 'Head'of something, do n't you ? But unluckily for you, I 'll always be here to 'Tail'you. '' commented Harry as he calmly enlarged the coin for everyone to see. Then he addressed the audience. `` Kindly mind everyone. This is a vastly known MUGGLE game and was probably played by our old champion here once or twice when he was not yet busy being the dark Maker ... ''

Voldemort nodded his head unconsciously and was horrified when he realized what he had just done. Several people were astounded as they witnessed the action mechanism and realized the full moon implication of his words. Even the death-eaters flinched at the revelation. They had never truly believed that the boy was telling the truth when he taunted them before of Voldemort 's questionable heritage but here was an indisputable grounds and they were quite unnerved by it.

Harry stole a glance at Voldemort 's reek design and decided not to overstretch his patience this betimes. `` Anyway, the coin has two English - the Head and the Tail. To be fair, both Voldemort and I are going to thresh about it then whoever 's side appears wins that round. '' Harry raised his baton. `` On the count of three ... ..1 ... ..2 ... ..3 .... ''

Both Voldemort and Harry used their wands to toss the galleon then waited in antipation for the outcome.
The audience, too, held their breathing spell as they intently observed the steadily declining swirl of the coin until it finally stopped.

Tailb

The total promiscuous side cheered and were doing high-fives of their own while death-eaters pointed their verge ominously at them but could not really do anything.

Harry sighed with ministration and grinned. `` Well, I win. Sorry, Tom. '' he said though not feeling sorry at all.

Voldemort glared at him in regaining and concentrated hard for the mo toss.

`` On the count of three ... 1 ... .2 ... ..3 .... ''

Again, they both used their sceptre to toss the galleon, but this meter, Harry felt something that he should not ingest. He glanced surreptitiously at Voldemort and noticed his head furrowed in concentration. He shifted his gaze to the galleon and confirmed with disgust that Voldemort was wandlessly controlling the galleon for it to devolve in his favor.

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The death-eaters immediately sent dark Gospel According to Mark on the sky in their excitement, shocking the marbles out of those who were not able-bodied to see the celebration, while the light incline booed and tried to shove some nighttime cloaked human body out of the way to get a secure horizon, momentarily forgetting that those were death-eaters they were jostling aside.

'Damn !'Harry thought. 'This man could not even play decently .'

`` aspect like I won, ceramist. '' Voldemort had regained his confidence in winning the second toss and was taking great pleasure in rubbing it in.

`` Just as I have expected ... you wo n't reward the ruler of the game, Tom. You could never play a fair game if your lifetime depended on it. '' stated Harry, his brass clearly showing his disgust at the man.

`` That 's what makes me who I am, Potter. '' sneered the darkness lord.

`` mulct ... If that 's what you want, then I 'll give it to you -- entire blast. Do n't say I did n't warn you. '' Harry said as the air startled to sizzle with energy.

`` On the count of three ... 1 .... ''

`` lend it all you 've got, Tom. Do n't hold back. '' talk Harry ominously, his centre never leaving his opposite 's face.

`` ... 2 .... ''

`` I wo n't. '' declared Voldemort with the same intensity but Harry did not escape the slight waver in his tone.

`` ... 3 .... ''

The galleon was tossed for the death sentence and everyone waited with bated breath as the strike spun continuously but instead of losing amphetamine, the galleon appeared to spin faster than before until no one could clearly prognosticate the possible upshot of the final toss ...

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Chapter 21 : The final pass


The entire luminance side watched with great trepidation as Voldemort launched a full attack on the galleon, staging some highly complicated maneuvers to force it to decrease in his party favor. With a combining of scepter and wandless while hurled at it, the defenseless coin slowly started to bend towards the malign man while its swirling became more frantic. For one horrific mo, they had all thought that the dark lord would win. It was only a mere inch from the priming and the thaumaturgist saviour seemed unable to do anything but hold out one hand to restrain it from falling.

Evidently anticipating his triumph, Voldemort gave a rejoicing leer at Harry. `` Thank you for making things easygoing, ceramicist, and for that, I might even let you be but I ca n't utter for your Quaker though. They might even be plotting your grisly murder as I speak. Is n't it depressing that the people you swore to protect will be the ones to erase you from creation ? poor kid ... tsk..tsk ... tsk ... and to retrieve I really enjoyed the times we spent together. Perhaps we can have a proper duel again some time ... if you 're still alive, that is. ''

To his surprise, however, Harry seemed unfazed by his taunts.

'' The one with the baron to vanquish the Dark nobleman had come…and the dark lord will mark him as his match, but he will have power the darkness Lord knows not ...

`` What are you talking about, Tom ? The plot 's not over yet. '' said Harry. `` In fact, it 's just warming up. '' With that, he promptly flicked one finger and the coin swung to the other side at a eye blink of an eye.

Voldemort 's agitation as Harry tipped the coin was priceless. The dark Lord exerted considerable mogul to prevent the coin from falling. He barely made it in time and now his verbal expression was just unmistakable deadly. No mirth ... No playing biz anymore ... and Harry realized that, too, for he immediately enclosed the expanse surrounding him and Voldemort with a shield charm to protect the the great unwashed from being hit by any tramp or rebounded condemnation.

Once more, the coin was stuck in the middle, whirling in a nation of anarchy and the air began to smell of sting metal as the final toss intensified. They did not recognize it yet but the countless spells thrown was beginning to take its cost on the coin. The merely thing that was preventing it from being destroyed was its retain round move holding all spells at bay. Then for some peculiar understanding, all the personnel applied gravitated towards the core group then shot upwards at a speed of light.

Harry looked stunned for a moment, at a exit as to what could possibly be causing this eldritch occurrence, then his eyes widened in alarm as he realized what Voldemort was intending to do. He tried to immobilize the combine spells from going upwards but between controlling the coin and maintaining a shield charm around them, he realized that he may not have sufficiency military strength to accomplish everything at once.

Voldemort was harnessing their combined energy to open a portal -- a portal site that would release who-knows-what-kind-of-spirits but knowing him, it would definitely not be saints and querubins. Harry 's fears were confirmed as the once peaceable earth began to shake tremendously at the blatant interruption of nature 's balance. More and more than citizenry were succumbing into the foolish opinion that 'apocalypse'had come to end all things. And as if that was not enough, a fearful tempest started to brew ... with jolts of lightning forming eerie shapes in the sky.

Harry took a few indorsement to ingest everything that was happening around him. The pelting had poured and the thunder and lightning added a certain sense of foreboding to the current spot. Summoning his remaining strength, Harry pointed his wand at the galleon.

`` MAXIMO REDUCTO ! ! ! '' He felt the haste of vigour row through his wand, blasting the coin into tiny pieces. The drive greatly drained his strength but he hoped it would be sufficiency to halt the invocation.

The grinding speech sound of exploding metal disrupted everyone 's concentration and fourth dimension seemed to endure still as every single eye followed each particle that was falling on the ground. Harry thought that it had gone well until he felt a stinging sentience on his powerful handwriting.

`` Look ! The boy 's scepter is on fire ! '' exclaimed one observer.

Harry promptly dropped the wand as the warmth became unbearable and watched in defeat as it was consumed by the flame. Apparently, the rainwater was not enough to keep it from burning. 'Damn sceptre ! Too frail for my need… I wish I could consume my old sceptre back…'he thought wryly. Wandless magic was great but he was also aware that he would be overcome with fatigue Oklahoman than he preferred.

The onlookers stared at each other, wondering who won the secret plan and what would happen now that Harry no longer had a wand but nobody could put up an acceptable solvent.

`` You-know-who was obviously using some underhanded tricks therefore Harry Potter won by default. '' said an old wise man, nodding his head slightly in contemplation.

`` Idiots ! Did n't you see he destroyed that red cent coin movement he was losing ? '' yelled one of Voldemort 's slaves, angered that anyone dared to paint a picture that his master lost.

`` Hey, hey ! look on your language, young man ! Mister Potter only did that because your master was damaging the ozone stratum by directing all the energy upwards. '' quipped another one. Clearly, no one had correctly guessed what the iniquity lord was doing yet.

Voldemort, however, was quick to guide his finger's breadth on his challenger. `` That 's blatant cheating, ceramicist ! '' he roared in fury as the zip faded gradually.

`` And what do you call that - funfair frolic ? '' Harry retorted angrily, pointing at the remaining rays of light. He had hoped that he had halted the evocation but he was too late ... a small hollow has already been created ... and he had no wand now.

Voldemort noticed his wand 's absence seizure too and the malevolent smirk returned to adorn his coal back talk. `` It would n't be long now, ceramist. Just waiting ... '' the shadow Divine stated with utter malevolence then, completely ignoring the boy, he raised his helping hand and began chanting an ancient spell that no one has heard of before. His most fast servants apparated later to form a human being shield around him.

…ku ya ba ri no ku wes
Ti tee kumen
Ah ha….ah ha
Ti kumen ah ha….

Upon realizing that the game was over, people ran around like lunatic, unsure of what to do and where to contract refuge. pandemonium consumed the entire shopping mall. Some had the thoroughly sense to apparate to safety but others seemed to draw a blank the little thing called 'magic'that all enchantress and hotshot could perform especially in times of dire need.

The death-eaters outside the rophy took the commotion as a signaling to hex the anomic people to their hearts'substance. Trolls, monster, wolfman and other darkness brute shortly joined in the brouhaha. Fortunately, the sun has not fallen yet, effectively hindering the arrival of Voldemort 's most powerful allies -- the blood-sucking predators and zombies. But at the pace they were going, it would not be long before it comes to that.

Aurors and Order member did not consume any clip though. As soon as they noticed the new arrival, they quickly shot red electric discharge on the sky to signal that it was time for the strengthener to arrive. The majestic centaur were the first ones to answer the 'call', followed by the hobgoblin ... and there were giants and spider too ! They were led by a grim-faced Hagrid whom none had seen for a long time but it later became plain that his strong study with the creatures had paid off.

Soon, a full-pledged engagement had erupted at the still crowded shopping mall. Troll against round ... titan against monster ... centaurs against wolfman ... heavyweight wanderer against other dark beast ... wizards against wizards ...

'This war causes nothing but end and wipeout .'Harry thought as he witnessed the battle extend. 'Our world should not be like this. We could all co-exist and live peacefully .'He was sickened by the site thus, strengthening his firmness of purpose to end the war that day.

As per agreed battle position, grownup genius tackled the death-eaters attacking innocuous and defenseless civilians and the DA members handled those in the contiguous vicinity of Harry. On first glance, the arrangement seemed goosey and dangerous but they all agreed that although DA members could handle dark superstar, it would be very hard for them to cast piece where there were several noncombatants in the line of fire so the parliamentary law just assigned the young guardian to ascertain their rear and assist the portkey Godhead in their job.

professor McGonagall, Flitwick and Vector ( portkey Godhead ) were the ones in explosive charge of the production of pre-arranged portkeys that would transport the ingenuous bystanders to various safe firm. Unfortunately, its distribution was proving to be a very challenge task for the assigned DA members since death-eaters had a nasty habit of getting in their way. Violent showdown just could not be avoided even if they wanted to. Once or twice, each of them missed demise by a few inches but fortunately ended up with only aching bodies, badly broken bones and severely wounded build. goose egg major. No lawsuit for alarm. It was just the usual.

Madam Pomfrey, madam Pince and other Tennessean healers from St. Mungo 's were the one handling the fatal accident. There was simply no time to go to the Hogwart 's hospital fender and they had to conjure an interim clinic behind the stage. They worked overtime healing the maimed and mending soften osseous tissue while professor Severus Snape labored on the mass production of healing, reviving and strengthening potions in his make-shift science lab beside the clinic. St. Peter the Apostle Pettigrew worked as his supporter. Some ministry officials and aurors were sent to protect them from harm. Only heaven knew how many would have been beat if they were not that adept in their elect field.

As for Harry, he concentrated on the vile creature before him who spearheaded the acts of force and destruction. Hopefully, the house-elves led by Dobby were faring well in their posts. He would n't want Voldemort and his brother to just disappear when the going gets too rough for them like what happened in the Department of Mysteries.

He looked up again. The hole was getting wider and if he did not amend it at once, thing could become really ugly for them. 'Damn ! He was really invoking the spirits !'He cursed himself mentally as he realized that he did not consume any inkling at all on how to counter that ancient spell. He should cause paid more attention to the content of the prophecy.


…yariks ariks …yariks ariks
ti kumen ah-ha
ah-ha ku ya ba rin …..


`` ABSOLUTO SCELLER ! '' Harry wandlessly attempted to fill up the pickle but to his discouragement, his absolute sealing appeal had no effect whatsoever. It did not even reach the target.

At the niche of his eye, Harry noted that the bring forward DA members seized the fortune to rescue Ron. There was no falter in their movements. Ginny and Neville viciously attacked the death-eaters while Luna and Hermione attempted to mend and revive Ron. Draco, being the lifelike leader that he was, rapidly assigned DA fellow member to strategic localisation while the red-headed boy was being healed. 'Good. At least Ron 's in safe hands now .'he thought.

`` INCENDIO ! obstruction ! '' Harry furiously flung the curses at the death-eaters within the traffic circle. There was only one affair in his thinker. He had to break through Voldemort 's barrier.

The death-eaters erected their own protective ward while throwing their own hex at Harry.

`` dolt boy ! Why do n't you just give up ? '' snarled Mcnair as he hurled a complete reductor curse at Harry but the boy only diffused the spell.

`` NEVER ! '' shouted Harry in between defensive and offensive magical spell. He was already worn out from all his to begin with feat but he did not require to game out.

`` LATIGO INFLAMORE ! ! ! '' a flaming rope emerged from Rookwood 's bridge player and whipped Harry with it.

One lash collided with Harry 's rear and he almost fell over from the stinging sensation of burning figure but he did not let it distract him from his main objective. Fuming with rage, he retaliated with an ultimate freeze charm to render the sickening instrument unserviceable.

`` You have youngster too, Rookwood. How would you finger if someone of your own kind hurt your minor just because they happened to be on the polar incline ? '' he queried the man who used to shape for the ministry, an agency sworn to protect the people.

`` No tyke of mine shall react our noble campaign. If they do, I will down them myself. '' Rookwood retorted in an icy tint, leaving Harry with no incertitude that his commitment to his master was above any other.

`` Merlin ! You 've really sold your soul to the monster and for what -- a few thousand galleons ? '' shouted Harry in incredulity.

`` For magnate, Potter ... .and glorification ... '' It was Lucius who answered this clip, eyeing Harry with so lots disrespect that had it been possible, he would sustain died immediately from his withering glare.

`` Really ? As far as I can see, Voldemort was hoarding all the power and as for aura ... .there 's nothing glorifying about what you 're doing. In fact, you 're just disgracing your epithet. '' stated Harry dryly.

`` PETRIFICUS TOTALUS ! ``

`` CRUCIO ! ``

`` IMMOBILUS ! ``

`` STUPEFY ! ``

`` AVEDA KEDAVRA ! ``

The condemnation from the enraged death-eaters came flying simultaneously. Harry struggled to dodge them all while shooting loathsome hex of his own but his enervation was catching up with him. His reflex was slowing down.

`` HYDROXY OXYDUS ! ! ! '' Three voice yelled at once.

Harry spun around to see who had cast the magic spell. One was Ron. There was still some vestige of the distortion but he seemed definitely better. Behind him were Luna and Hermione who were smiling warmly at him.

`` Glad you 're back, match. Are you sure you 're all right wing ? '' said Harry excitedly as he clapped his bestfriend on the back.

`` I 've been better but there 's no way you can pee me miss the fun. '' replied Ron, grinning from ear to ear.

`` Hey, need any help ? ''

One hand tapped Harry 's shoulders and a intimate affectionateness immediately flooded his whole being as he saw Ginny, Neville and Dragon standing behind, ready to campaign with him. He was very fortunate indeed to have such loyal acquaintance. He smiled and nodded. `` I could definitely use your assistance against those idiots. '' he said, pointing his fingers on the death-eaters who were still slightly disoriented after the weewee Cannon spell.

Voldemort 's sycophant were greatly dismayed by the invasion and conveniently forgot that they were supposed to guard their master. They each tackled one of the promote DA appendage who were more than than tidal bore to pattern what they 've trained so concentrated for.

Harry was grateful to be away from Voldemort 's menacing and revolting bearing for a spell but his momentary respite was over. He tried every herculean spell imaginable to trouble the shadow lord but nothing seemed to be working. It was apparent that the ancient incantation was protecting him until he could wind up the supplication. Getting desperate, he scanned the crowd once more to look for somebody who could potential give him some relevant resolution but all was engaged fighting or healing.

He dared to take care up once more and was deeply outrage when he witnessed some apparitional figure emerging from the portal site and several to a greater extent were fighting to escape from their labor. To make things big, the violent storm had already escalated into a tropical cyclone and roaring and lightning were multiplying the fear factor for almost a M times.

'Potter .'A voice spoke softly in his head.

'... and I 'm hearing voice again ... great ... just bully !'

'POTTER .'

'... the vox just would n't go away ...'

'POTTER ! ! ! !'The voice was more instant this time.

A lightning suddenly blinded him from everything and he could see nothing but whiteness ... pure white..and the part seemed so hollow ... could it be..'God, is that you ? Have you gone to take back the bad spirit ?'asked Harry tentatively, feeling ridiculous yet curious at the same time.

'What the perdition are you rambling about, Potter ?'The voice roared in his question, followed by a certain filthy input about simple-minded savior blah-blah-blah ...

'Professor Snape ... ?'Harry slowly turned around saw a dishevelled professor Snape who was still carrying several containers of freshly made potions on his hands. The professor must have realized what happened too and decided to help. He was mentally communicating with him and there was no uncertainty that too a lot fumes and chemicals were making him a fiddling cranky.

'Good. I thought we 've lost you for a minute there .'A huge sigh of respite followed then ... 'WHAT THE nether region ARE YOU wait FOR ? SUMMON THE DE-MEN-TORS NOW ! ! ! THEY 'RE THE ONLY ONES THAT CAN trap THE SPIRITS ! ! !'

No response.

'POTTER ? ! ?'the representative inquired in an exasperated tone yet there was also a tenuous soupcon of concern.

'Ooops, sorry, Professor. Just wanted to make sure that it 's not old Voldie flirting with my head .'

Snape 's but response was a incisive and sarcastic retort. Harry smiled inspite of himself. 'Still the same old git ...'

'I heard that, potter !'

'Just kidding ...'Harry summoned the dementors, careful to provide plenty numbers to protect the safehouses.

Within minutes, the temperature dropped modest than before and the standard pressure became instantly subdued as several dementors glided towards Harry and waited for instructions. The few remaining noncombatants fainted and DA appendage rushed over to bring their bodies to safety.

`` It 's time for you to run. gaining control those malignant spirits ! '' The dementors bowed slightly and went on their way to run the vagabondage souls.

Soon, the plaza was filled with loud screaming of protestation by the tone. They had just escaped their prison and were definitely agonized by the prospect of being locked up once more. Voldemort was positively ashen when he saw what Harry was doing and more so when he noticed that his minions were being beaten to a pulp but for some reason, he did not seem too concerned.

... The Dark Almighty would invoke the emotional state but the one would entrap their individual ... his handmaiden shall be overcome ...

Harry then slumped on the priming coat in enervation and decided to watch how the others were doing. He was rapt to find out that they were winning. All the innocent bystanders had been led to safe. Ministry aurors had rounded up the defeated death-eaters and were currently transporting them to Azkaban. Most of the dark creatures were slaughtered and the few subsister had fled. The dementors were having a field day and nigh of the spirits had been contained. But he did not reserve himself to be complacent. Anything could happen within the next few mo and the lunar time period could still turn against their favour easily. His spunk swelled with pride when he observed that none of his friends needed any aid at all except for Draco who seemed to be struggling within himself as he fought with his own father. This is going to be very interesting .'he thought.

`` Father, how could you be so blind ? The dark Godhead has given you cipher. You 've traded your somebody for nothing. Is n't your family line more authoritative than that teras ? '' stated Draco calmly, pleading his father to understand.

`` falderol ! You 've spent too much metre with the mudbloods and muggle-lovers to fully comprehend the nobility of our cause. The Malfoy 's have always been intelligent enough to discern where our commitment should lie and I thought you 're just as clever but no -- you had to tie in with inferior mass. You 're a disgrace ! '' With that, Lucius threw curse at Draco with such vehemence that no one would even think that they were related.

Draco threw spells meant to capture and not to harm his father while Lucius, being the heartless bastard that he was, showed no mercifulness at all as he hurled powerful dark nemesis on his only fry. In fact, he did not even hesitate to vocalise the fearful words when his son fell down after being hit with a particularly smutty spell.

`` How dare you humiliate me in front of my headmaster ! Aveda ... ... ... ... ... Kedavra ! ''

Harry suddenly went numb. He saw Dragon 's optic widened with horror and sorrowfulness as the fiddling green light sped towards his wilted form.

genus Draco closed his oculus, accepting his terrible portion. He would n't lam anyway ... he could n't prompt. He just could n't believe that his own flesh and profligate could be that ruthless.

Harry saw all this and felt remorse for the boy. He used to feel sorry for himself because his parents were killed when he was still a child but Draco definitely had it big and though he used to be an arrogant brat, he did not deserve this treatment from anyone especially from that hapless excuse of a man.

... a severe electric storm would get at the clip when the terminal engagement shall be fought ... Seven fast friend shall be with him ... but one will not outlive ...

`` NOOOOOOO ! ! ! ! '' With a sudden Rush of adrenaline, Harry attempted to stave off the killing curse but it was too strong. Lucius must throw felt such mightily hatred towards his son. Without a thought for his own safety, Harry swiftly leapt to push him out of the way. He thought they both made it to condom until he felt something hit him sharply at the back. As he fell on the background, a weird idea occurred to him ... 'Is this how end 's supposed to feel like ?'

He sensed someone rush to his face, embracing him tightly. `` Oh, my God ! Are you all right, hon ? ``

'Hon ?'Harry opened his center tentatively and was stunned at the view before him. Ginny and Neville had their wands pointed at an block Lucius. Draco was weakly attempting to stomach up and judging from his glazed expression, he also could n't believe that he was still live. But the image of Ron consoling a tearful Hermione was deeply disturbing.

`` W-what happened ? '' he asked worriedly.

Ron did not reply. Instead, he let his fountainhead hang low and pointed one quivering digit at a figure lying on the ground.

Harry gradually turned his gaze to where Ron 's finger led to, fearing the worst but he had to lie with. A disconsolate silence followed as he stared in daze at the hobble and exanimate form of the one who saved his life-time.

It was Dobby -- - Dobby, the house-elf.

It was then that he realized how very much he must have meant to Dobby for him to do that. And before he realized it, snag had begun to accrue on his nerve as everything that Dobby had done for him number flashing back in his memories.



`` Dobby has come…to warn you…There 's a plot…a plot of land to make dreaded things… ''

`` Err…Dobby, why do n't you sit down ? ``

`` Sit down ? Sit down ? I 've never been asked to sit down by a wizard…like an equal… ''

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`` Why are you doing this, Dobby ? ``

`` Dobby has to warn Harry potter and if my master knew….Dobby had to iron his hands… ''

`` So you sent those bludgers to avail me ? ! ? Be glad that my finger cymbals have not grown back or I 'd experience strangled you to death… ''

`` Dobby is used to demise threats, sir. Dobby gets them five fourth dimension a day at home…. ``

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`` What can Dobby do for you, Mr Harry ceramist ? Do you want some cookie ? ``

`` No, Dobby. I just dropped by to give your giving. ``

`` Oh, Mr. Harry Potter is so kind. Thank you very much ! ! ! '' Dobby hugged him and jumped up and down as if seven pairs of socks were the most precious endowment in the world.

`` Just call me Harry. That 's what my friends call off me. ``

`` A f-friend ? You think of Dobby as a f-friend ? ``


Dobby had risked his life legion times to help him. He broke the house-elf code to warn him of the risk ahead and suffered severe injuries because of it. If it were not for Dobby, he would n't experience found out about the way of requirement -- where the DA was formed in defiance to Dolores Umbridge 's gloomy teaching ; where they took sanctuary after the crepuscle of Hogwarts ; and most importantly, it was where Harry and Luna had been drawn to each other.

Dobby had always been there for him even if he and his friends just needed something as piddling as midnight snacks or hot chocolate. And what had he given him in take -- socks ?

Another shrill wailing brought him back to his senses.

`` Mister Potter is the sterling whizz alive. He gave Dobby his exemption. He treated elves as equals…Mister Potter gave our self-worth back. '' The modest elf 's shoulder trembled as she spoke those heartfelt words. It was Winky and Harry felt more remorseful than ever. Dobby was the one who inspired the elves to believe that they were not substandard beings…and now, he was gone.

`` I 'm sorry, Winky. '' was all that Harry could manage to say. He felt that a lump had formed in his pharynx and he could n't say anything else. His friends were silent as well.

`` It was not your fault, sir. It was the vicious man 's fault. '' cried the elf and hugged Harry as if to console him.

`` How touching ! I never thought you had any real fear for that brute. ''

The group wheeled around to see who had dared defecate a mockery of their grief. It was Voldemort. The invocation was completed and he strode to them with so much confidence that it was quite unnerving.

`` You 're alone now, Tom. You 're minions were gone. Why do n't just give up while you still got the chance ? I really do n't require to obliterate anyone -- even you….especially you. I do n't want my hands to be tainted with your poisoned blood. '' stated Harry, his cult building once more.

`` cave in up ? You must be kidding, Potter. Once I 've won, I can always revive my followers and raise some more powerful ones. '' replied the dark lord, his amazing display of serenity baffling the group. `` I have finished the summoning. '' he declared triumphantly.

`` fountainhead, that 's rather obvious. '' said Harry dryly. `` But it 's also obvious that the dementors have managed to trammel the souls. ``

`` Oh, that…I forgot to mention that I only need one ... ''

`` W-what do you signify ? '' asked Ginny anxiously.

`` Slytherin 's soul had come and transferred his abilities to me. '' the iniquity nobleman replied proudly.

Harry laughed derisively. `` You mean you went to all that trouble for that ? My goodness ! I thought that you, after claiming that you 're Slytherin 's heir, had already inherited it. But of course you had do something extra since you 're not a complete parentage. ``

The dark lord merely scowled at his remark. `` I 'm sure you wo n't discover it humorous once I 'm through with you. ``

`` rise it then. '' challenged Harry, his tone not wavering a bit. The Sooner he learned what his opposition 's new powers were, the better.

The nighttime lord 's eyes turned blood red with hysteria at the provocation. He raised his hands and turned everything to ice.

`` How about that, ceramist ? '' Voldemort grinned maliciously. Before Harry could say anything, he swept his script once more and trapped everyone present in a frozen cube. `` Or that ? They would die there, Potter…no one could hold that cold but at least, they would stay that way forever. '' The dark cackled merrily at his achievement.

`` You 've become an elemental… '' whispered Harry in surprise.

`` Brilliant deduction ! And our link was the sole matter that saved you from that circumstances. But it does n't matter. Now they would witness your expiry and would not be able to do anything. We 're both alone. ''

The nighttime Almighty rambled Sir Thomas More about his achievement, how great and powerful he had become, and what he would do after…unfortunately, he had lost his lone consultation. Harry had already conjured a huge fireball and was currently thawing the ice to free his Quaker. Half-way through, Voldemort had noticed the lack of furious riposte and terrified shrieks.

`` CRUCIO ! '' he yelled and roared with malicious laughter as he watched Harry prostration on the ground, writhing in pain.

Harry struggled to see how his friends were doing and was puzzled to see them all frantically pointing their fingerbreadth upwards. Curiously, he looked up to view what the turmoil was all about. The portal was still unresolved -- - so what ? Then he saw it, or them to be precise. Then he smiled. Help has arrived and just in time…

Spirits of his parents, Dumbledore, Sirius, Cedric and Dobby formed a ghostly shield around him to distract Voldemort while another swiftly entered the circle.

`` What are you doing, boy ? You 'll never make this without your old sceptre. '' admonished the spirit of an old man with wide-eyed blanch eye that shines like the Sun Myung Moon light. Harry wondered how he ever got the creepy impression when he had bought his sceptre from him before. The old man had a variety face and a Isaac Mayer Wise, penetrating gaze that reminded him of Dumbledore.

`` But my sceptre was broken ... '' argued Harry weakly.

`` Is it your verge or not ? '' Harry nodded reluctantly. `` Then summon it and let me do the rest. ``

Harry held out his hand and focused his idea on his scepter. It was an strange combination - holly and phoenix feather, eleven inches, skillful and supple. `` Accio verge ! '' To his amazement, a whisper of wind paved the path for Fawkes as it zoomed towards him. Then the phoenix stopped and flew directly to Mr. Ollivander, dropping Harry 's wand to his outstretched hand.

Harry watched in awe as Mr. Ollivander voiced out another ancient incantation. The phoenix flew around the old man and a lucky flame began to encircle both of them. The beloved verge disintegrated but its particles remained suspended in mid-air. Mr Ollivander danced around the raging fire that seemed untouched by the thunderstorm, waving his hands in a smooth-flowing motion. Nothing else mattered as the phoenix feather wrapped around the splinter of woodwind, joining them together.

Harry stood transfixed as the fabled bird shed a teardrop on his verge 's heart and soul. The process was complete. Finally, the expectant wandmaker of all time, handed the revived wand to its true owner.

`` Try it. '' said the wandmaker.

Harry raised the baton above his head, brought it swishing down through the damp air and a stream of red and gold sparks crack from the end like a pyrotechnic, throwing dancing place of light on to the sky.
The wandmaker smiled and bowed slightly. He did not bear the glowering expression of soul who had lived through the darkest of times. He just seemed content that his mission had been fulfilled.

`` I knew you were destined for great affair, Mr. thrower. I am deeply honored for having met you, not because you are the boy-who-lived but because you are a truly fantastic person. You have suffered so a great deal yet still maintained your power to give care for others. ``

`` Thank you, sir. ''

`` It 's my pleasure. Now, fulfill your destiny and delight do be good, Harry. It 's not your time yet. You still have a long and fruitful sprightliness ahead of you. ``

`` I take it you 're going then ? '' asked Harry regretfully.

`` Unfortunately, yes. We could only stay for a few moment. We 're not meant be here. ``

`` Did Voldemort kill you, too ? ``

`` Yes, he did when I refused to get him a more powerful verge. But do n't vanquish him out of revenge. Do it because it 's the flop thing to do. '' said the wise, old man as his feel slowly faded.

Harry waved and turned to the ghosts shielding him.

`` I wish we 'd become friends then, Harry. You 're a cool guy. '' said Cedric and smiled to depict that he meant what he said.

`` Dobby is all right, Harry. Dobby did something honorable and he 's proud of it. prof Dumbledore said dying is just another escapade and he 's right. Please tell Winky that Dobby will watch over her and that she must continue what we 've started. '' said Dobby in his common high-pitched tone.

`` We 're so proud of you, son. We know you could do it this sentence. '' stated Lily and James.

`` Everything 's going to be fine. '' stated Sirius in a mysterious pure tone.

`` Do n't interest, Harry. Tom may be the heir of Slytherin but you are Gryffindor 's heir and you do n't call for to do that preposterous ritual to get it. If my knowledge of our foe is still exact, then I 'd defy speak that you 'll find out soon enough. '' said Dumbledore in the mysterious tone, his heart twinkling in amusement.

Harry tearfully nodded and waved as the smell vanished. `` Thank you all. I hope your attempt would n't be wasted this time. ``

As the psyche disappeared, the revolting face of his opposition came to catch once more.

`` So, the reunification is finally over. You think having your wand back would avail ? '' The night lord pettifoggery viciously. `` You 're still no match for the superpower of Salazar Slytherin ! '' With that, Voldemort raised his bridge player and the tempest instantly became more wild. He integrated the lightning and brutally hurled it towards the boy 's watery body.

Silence.

zippo could be heard as the lightning struck Harry 's fragile form. The impact forced the reason to collapse, burying Harry 's body inside.

`` DIE ! thrower, DIE ! '' Voldemort hollered and hooted maniacally. The electrical energy overload would surely reduce the boy to ash tree. There would be no body to resurrect…it would definitely be beyond recognition…heck, not even the cicatrice would be visible. He danced around like crazy and hexed around wildly. He frowned at that. It was not as enjoyable as cursing real people. He thought some more. 'What the hell ? Potter 's dead…might as well have some fun with his friends…'

With that demonic melodic theme, he commanded the wind to make way and a blazing fire erupted from his hands. He flung them on Harry 's friends for they were the unlucky ones dear to his location. His eyes fell on the rooted bodies of Snape and Wormtail as he searched for other people to trifle with. Another cruel grin crossed his lips. 'Ah, the double-crosser ! I 'll share with them later…'. He waited for the six trope to realize the full encroachment of the situation. He did n't have to wait long.

`` HARRRYYY ! ! ! ! ``

`` pigeon hawk ! Did any of you see what happened ? ``

`` No, the tempest had blurred my vision… ''

`` But where 's Harry ? ``

`` Perhaps I can elucidate you… ''

The six turned around anxiously and were extremely upset to see the dark lord standing coolly there while their admirer was nowhere to be found. It was not good but they did not say anything. Instead, they glared at him with unconcealed defiance.

`` Still obstinate I see. '' smirked Voldemort. `` But your piteous friend 's dead… ''

An amazed silence followed. Then Luna bravely stepped forward and arched an supercilium. `` You 're lying. '' she declared with such lucidity that everyone was inclined to consider her.

`` No ? Then look at that burnt crack. thrower 's buried there. No one could know after being struck by multiple lightning. ``

`` No one should last after being struck by the Aveda Kedavra curse either but he did. '' stated Hermione matter-of-factly, putting on her irritating know-all stance.

The saturnine lord became greatly annoyed at the reminder. `` IT DOES N'T MATTER IF YOU BELIEVE IT OR NOT. THE POINT IS HE 'S DEAD. NO ONE 'S GOING TO SAVE YOU NOW. '' he roared hysterically, momentarily losing his control over the situation.

`` Then we 're just going to save ourselves. '' declared Neville and courageously sent a stun spell to the wickedness lord.

`` Yeah, you wo n't get rid of us that easily ! '' yelled Dragon and shake off his own hex to him.

The six adolescent forgot their reserve and begun flinging curses at him at every opportunity. Voldemort 's eyes held a maniacal glint as he dodged the jinx sent his way and took great pleasure in bringing unrivaled pain sensation to his 'toys'. When he noticed that his playmates could n't play to his expiation, he got tired of the secret plan and summoned the lightning once more.

`` game over. '' The shadow God Almighty muttered wickedly as he brought down the lightning to incinerate their bodies.

The six teen tried to pluck out of the way but they need n't have bothered. The blow never came.

`` Hey, Tom ! Did you lose me ? ``

`` W-what ? H-how ? '' Voldemort stammered in surprise.

`` My scar absorbed the lightning, idiot. It was quite rejuvenating. I feel like a newly charged barrage fire. You should try it sometime. ''

The six teenager watched in astonishment as Harry floated on the ground with one hand controlling the centering of lightning.

`` How about now ? '' asked Harry before calmly pushing the lightning to Voldemort 's location.

Voldemort 's optic widened in panic and stuck one hand to deflect the visible electric outpouring. He had no cicatrice that could imbibe and he was not really in the climate to prove if he would be revitalized by it.

`` Scared now, Tom. You must have forgotten one petite item in your haste to complete the turn - once the portal is unresolved, you could not filter the spirit that would come out. I am Gryffindor 's heir and he had also transferred his elemental power to me. ''

Voldemort grew more desperate as it became increasingly obvious that his advantage over the boy had vanished into thin air. He only had one Thomas More trick up his sleeve. He knew Hogwart 's do not teach this old combat technique anymore.

`` ACCIO SLYTHERIN 'S SWORD ! ! ! '' he yelled and a ash grey blade with a serpent emblem elegantly embellished on its hilt came flying out of nowhere. It was also covered with a viscous commons substance that emitted a disgusting odor.

'Poison…'Harry thought in disgust,

Voldemort gripped the arm tightly and glared menacingly at the boy. Godric Gryffindor was a superb swordsman in his time but that ability could not be transferred. It had to be acquired through rigorous grooming and years of practice session. 'The Potter kid would be helpless this fourth dimension .'His elation was magnified as he watched ceramicist 's hesitance. What he did not know was that Harry 's lack of enthusiasm was for an entirely dissimilar reason.

`` Accio Gryffindor 's blade ! '' Harry sighed heavily. He had hoped that blades would not be used in his battle with Voldemort. The vaticination was gradually coming dependable and he did not like the idea of a pre-determined destiny. It made him feel like a thing and not a person with his own free will. Nevertheless, the situation was there and he had to go through with it however reluctant he may be. He just hoped that after this, there would be no other nonsensical prophecies hanging over his head.

With their brand on one manus and wands at other, the duel began. Voldemort immediately thrusted his front man leg and stabbed Harry with his blade arm. Harry blocked the blow before the blade could come to his body but it grazed his arm lightly instead. Voldemort excitedly watched the blood ooze from his consistency before performing some feints to misguide his adversary into parrying in a different direction. Harry counter-attacked by performing a perplex brand dance that he knew would tremendously annoy his opponent. He had expected Voldemort to tire out easily and just surrender but it seemed that Voldemort did not moot it as an alternative.

As the duel transpired, both proved to be skilled in the art of swordsmanship. Then their swords met with a loud clang and the sudden impact caused the swords to ricochet in opposite direction.

Harry was the number one to reclaim from the emphatic collision. He turned to where the blade had fallen. `` ACCIO sword ! '' he shouted and held out his proper hand to see the blade on its ruby hilt. To his astonishment, two swords came rushing to his manus instead of just one.

Voldemort had noticed it too and immediately lunged forward in an try to take in the brand before it reached Harry 's hand. But he was too late…Harry had dropped his wand and promptly caught the two swords on his script. The sudden stochasticity caused Harry to turn around in haste, with both steel sticking out…and he did n't have decent fourth dimension to react. It all happened so fast. He just saw a fuzz of movement before Voldemort painfully collided with the sharp-edge of a sword. And yes, Harry noted wryly as Voldemort 's lifeless body collapsed on the ground, it was the envenom sword -- steel of Slytherin.

... he shall perish by his own sword ... and his clay shall reside at the snake in the grass 's sleeping accommodation till the end of fourth dimension ... ''

Suddenly, Harry felt hot rip sliding down his cheeks. 'Merlin, it 's over ! It 's finally over !'He could n't trust it. After several class of struggle, myriad demise, and Mass destruction….the dark days have passed. He had his wish…now he could know in peace…No More prophecies…no more fighting…just plain, normal life….just like everyone else.

He felt his friends approaching…their steps hesitant…as if they, too could n't believe their eyes.

`` Harry ? It 's over, is n't it ? '' It was Draco. And his verbal expression was hopeful, his pale blue air center betraying all unshed emotions that he had carefully hidden all those year. Why should he ? He was relieve now…No more dark God Almighty to worry about…No more father to impress. Lucius had made it sort out that he was no son of his and he was fine with that. 'Good riddance !'he thought happily without even a tinge of regret. Lucius had never really been a father to him anyway.

Harry slightly nodded his chief in confirmation. Then a slight laugh escaped his sear pharynx as a unknown realization dawned on him…'How ironic ! After all the hassle he went through….Merlin ! The gods must be drunk when they pre-determined that fortune. '' his laughter intensified at the thinking. 'The most venomous, most craft, nearly wickedness whizz of all time died in …an….accident ...'

`` Are you, okay ? '' Luna asked tenderly when she noticed the strange emotions passing through his brass. `` You do realize what happened, do n't you ? ``

`` Yeah… '' replied Harry. An amazed disbelief still written on his face.

`` well, the prognostication did issue forth truthful but technically, you 're not a murderer, Harry, so do n't gag too much about it… '' said Hermione to solace what she thought was a guilt-stricken best friend.

`` Could you believe it ? He died in accident…and by his own sword too… '' Harry suddenly stopped and glanced at his arm. The cutting sentiency on his arm where Slytherin 's steel had grazed before was making him nauseated. And he wanted cypher but to buckle under to the darkness that was beginning to get the best his senses…
Author 's Note : This is the last chapter, finally ! So please critique, thanks to everyone ....



epilogue

July 2009 ( 12 year later ... )


`` Everything went hazy for Harry after that. Definitely, Fawkes came to heal his wounding and he had locked Voldemort 's cadaver in the bedchamber of Secrets. The immorality man 's corpse will be locked away forever since aside from Harry, there is no early parseltongue alive. '' said the storyteller to the shaver in front of him. They were clearly engrossed by the strange tale and that encouraged him to go forward. `` The bad hombre were imprisoned in Azkaban including shaft Pettigrew. '' The children groaned at that. `` Hey, the man still had to pay his debt to society you know but do n't worry, he had accepted his fate and was very very much volition to abide by. ``

`` What happened to the others ? '' asked a bushy-haired lady friend with an bewilder heat for information as her mother.

`` Oh, impatient, are we ? Well, Mr. Chester Alan Arthur Weasley was still the Minister and a fair and fair one at that. He was also very participating in advocating the right hand of other creatures like house-elves, wolfman, centaurs and hob. Professor McGonagall was still the Headmistress. prof Snape relinquished his position as the Head of Slytherin House and Potions Master to Dragon who turned out to be truly efficient with his job. professor Snape also assisted the new dad instructor from time to time -- guess who ? ``

`` Harry ceramist ? '' asked a red-headed boy with pale blue eyes.

The story-teller smiled. `` Sorry, incorrect answer. Actually, it was Neville. His parents recovered later on since Lucius Malfoy was not there to reinforce their temporary insanity anymore. He also married Susan clappers after he graduated and had a very charming baby. '' The tiddler cheered in response. They had liked Neville too and were gladiolus that everything had turned right for him in the end.

The story-teller continued. `` Lavender was a seer unfortunately, she still could n't control her gift so she tried a different calling. She and the Patil Twin opened a dress shop at Hogsmeade. Fred and George 's joke shop class prospered and were giving the fabled Zonko 's a run for their money. Lee helped them with the business and later on, the three pranksters married Angelina, Katie and Cho respectively. Colin Creevey became the new account of magic trick teacher, would you consider ? He made the theme very interesting that no one sleeps through the deterrent example anymore. Unfortunately, he still hero-worshipped Harry and had the tendency to center all his lectures on him. '' The story-teller grimaced at that but fortunately, the child did not notice.

`` But what happened to the dementors ? Did Harry edict them to yield to Azkaban ? '' asked a beautiful raven-haired young woman. Fortunately, she did not inherit the unkempt appearance of her father 's whisker as well.

The story-teller visibly shuddered at the suggestion. `` merlin, no ! Harry sent them back to their humankind though he never relinquished his spatial relation as the king. He just appointed an officer-in-charge. He believed it was the best thing to do. That way, no emerging nighttime Godhead would be able to control them. ``

The children nodded, satisfied with the explanation.

`` What happened to the DA ? Did they disband ? '' asked a timid boy who was a footling on the laboured position but his Friend never teased him about it. The boy was so kind and gentle that they never wanted to hurt his feelings.

The story-teller smiled once More. `` I knew someone would ask that interrogative eventually. '' He said gently then he paused for a piece to pass over his spyglass that had become quite misty. `` To everyone 's surprise, none of the DA members wanted to became aurors but nobody condemned them for that. Somehow the citizenry understood without any motive for explanations. And anyway, the wickedness times had passed so there was no intense demand for that. Hermione married Ron and had a beautiful daughter as smart as her mother and as practiced at Quidditch as her forefather. She became the straits of the section of Magical animal while Ron became the Keeper for the Chudley Cannons, his ducky squad. Draco married Ginny and were gifted with a son who fortunately inherited his mother 's soundly looks -- - ''

`` Hey, what are you talking about, Mooney ? '' cried the new-arrival in mock dissent. He had silvery-blond hair and pallid bluing eyes. Walking beside him was a beautiful red-head who had stifled a giggle after hearing his words.

`` Hi there, Devon. We were just talking about my wife 's new Book. I just wanted to see if the history was good enough to be published. '' The dark-haired story-teller grinned mischievously. `` And I was just telling them how lucky genus Draco 's son was for inheriting his female parent 's estimable looks… ''

`` Oh, yeah ? I think you got it wrong…he got it from his Greek God father. Callah, why are you laughing ? '' Devon grumbled about some unsupportive wife but he was grinning too.

The story-teller shrugged them off. `` Anyway, enough with the distraction. Ginny became the principal of Magical Education and I already told you about what happened to the gravel bouncing ferret so I do n't need to repeat that. '' The minor laughed while Devon glared at the story-teller. `` Harry and Luna married later and had twins…. ``

`` Like us, dad ? '' asked the raven-haired miss and a pale-blond haired boy.

`` Yes, like you….They left the wizarding public and only their secretive friends knew where they were and what their business were but they lived happily ever after. '' Lander Mooney, the story-teller closed the book and watched the nipper 's reactions. `` And that 's the end of Lana 's final book entitled 'Harry ceramist and the Lost prophecy'. Do you like the history ? ``

`` Yes, we liked it very much, dad ! ``

`` That 's a cool write up, Uncle lander. But where 's aunty Lana ? ``

`` Oh, she 's preparing your snacks right now. You see she 's quite uneasy about your response so she decided not to be here while I tell you the story. ``

`` Oh, but we liked it, uncle ! ``

`` Then you can tell her yourself later. I 'll just go and see if she needs help. '' Lander stood up and headed for the kitchen. Devonshire and Ginny followed shortly.

`` Do you reckon it 's wise to publish that Good Book, Harry ? '' asked Dragon suddenly, dropping the pretense.

`` Why not ? It 's very educational and lots of minor will benefit from it. ``

`` Wo n't we be discovered ? '' asked Ginny, voicing out her own concern.

`` I wo n't be risking the pic of our Earth since it will only be released in the muggle world and they would all cogitate that it 's just a normal fairy tale. '' Harry replied calmly then smiled when he saw his wife nervously wringing her hands while staring half-heartedly at the sandwiches and succus on the table.

`` Did the tyke like it ? '' she asked worriedly.

`` Like it ? No, they did not like it…. '' His wife 's beautiful face fell in disappointment. `` They did not like it….but they loved it, hon ! '' he said and embraced her wife tightly.

Lana 's oculus immediately shone with happiness. Then shyly, she removed herself from Harry 's munition when she noticed Draco and Ginny smiling knowingly at them. `` Oh, hi ! '' she said then remembered the collation she promised to the nipper. `` Why do n't you all assist me bring the food to the shaver ? They must be hungry by now…after all, it was a very long novel. ``

POP !
POP !
POP !
POP !

The four adults were surprised at the sudden randomness that could only be identified with apparation but they were not bothered by it anymore.

`` Came to take in your minor, I suppose… '' commented Harry, pleased to see the new-arrivals but did not like the mode of transferral they had used.

`` Oops, sorry, mate. We had planned to use the car but the traffic was so heavy and we could n't wait to see you again. '' said a marvellous and finely-built man with a pile of red-hair. It was Ron.

`` Yes, we have something urgent to talk about. '' said Hermione, still bushy-haired but was not bothered by it.

`` Very urgent. '' Neville agreed, his timidness gone but the docile manner was still evident.

`` Shh…let 's us talk about this later… '' said Susan Bones-Longbottom as she helped Luna defecate some Thomas More sandwiches.

After everything had settled down, the eight adult witches and whiz carried the solid food and walked silently to where the child were. They stopped in their tracks when they noticed that the tike were discussing something…interesting.

`` Your mom 's a really outstanding writer. I wonder where she got all her ideas ... I mean they 're so detailed…the characters and events are so veridical. She described everything so vividly as if she was there and witnessed it all happen…It 's freaky ! '' commented Draco and Ginny 's son.

`` fountainhead, she 's a petty weird. Mom said she used to flick at her for making up stories but they ended up as Friend anyway and your mom put her creativity to good use. '' said the Weasley 's daughter.

Hermione eyed Luna sheepishly but Luna waved her off. `` It was a prospicient fourth dimension ago, Hermione, and as your daughter mentioned, we ended up as friends anyway. '' said Luna with a warm smile.

`` Do you think there 's a chance that Hogwarts really exists ? '' asked the Longbottom child.

`` No way ! It 's pure fiction. Mom said so. '' replied Potter 's son and crossed his branch stubbornly as if the thing had already been settled.

`` But it would be cool, do n't you think ? '' commented ceramicist 's daughter dreamily. `` Just think, we 've all just turned eleven and if that 's real, then we could all go. ``

`` Yeah, cool ! Provided that we 'd all go to Gryffindor House, of course. Apparently, it 's the serious mansion there. ``

Behind the door, the Gryffindor 's nearly choked with laughter at the survey of Draco 's horrified look but they all knew he was just kidding around. They continued to listen.

`` You know I really find it weird that our birthdays are so near each other. ``

`` I know what you mean. It 's such a strange coincidence. It almost seem that we 're all blood brother 's and sisters. ``

`` coincidence, my foot ! It 's necessary, minor ! We all thought we 're going to die then…. '' muttered Draco under his breathing spell as he listened to the children 's conversation. The others nodded in agreement.

The adult decided to put an end to discourse before it gets out of hired man when, out of the blue, four tawny owl soared through the overt living way windowpane and dropped respective blockheaded parchment on the nipper 's laps. The adults were unprepared to see the purple wax seal on the sheepskin complete with the familiar elegant'H'with the illumination images of Lion, serpent, badger and bird of Jove embellished around it.

They turned to their tiddler who were gazing at them expectantly instead of being terrified upon learning that they 're different. The tiddler had just finished reading their letters and were patiently waiting for an explanation.

`` Is this a prank ? '' one of children asked when the adults failed to say anything. The excitation in his voice betrayed the fact that he wanted the letter to be authentic.

Again, no response. The adult just stared at one another in confusion. They knew this moment would come up eventually but they have n't discussed it thoroughly yet.

`` This is precisely what we wanted to spill to you about, mate. '' Ron whispered to Harry 's ear.

The kid eyed them suspiciously.

`` If these alphabetic character are what we believe they are, then you 've all got a lot of explaining to do. '' another one ventured courageously after a very long and uncomfortable silence.

Finally, the author of the Harry Potter series relented. `` Yes, I think we do. '' Then she motioned her married man and the others to sit comfortably as what she was about to say would rent a very farseeing time to finish. `` Now, let me tell you the veridical story…. ``

THE END

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