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The following day, Ron, Hermione and Neville were surprised to find all the DA members, with the elision of Luna, Harry and Ginny of course, impatiently waiting for them at the Gryffindor uncouth room.

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

`` Because of this, fellow. Now, say us what 's incorrect. '' said Lee seriously as he handed them the latest copy of varied newspapers.

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

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

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

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

`` Of grade not ! Harry would never do such a matter ! '' exclaimed Cho positively.

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

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

`` Absolutely not ! '' exclaimed another.

Hermione leaned at Ron for support. `` What if we tell you that aside from what you 've read, Harry tried to rape Ginny yesterday and escaped after attacking Snape ? What would you think then ? '' A deafening secretiveness filled the room.

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

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

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

`` Clearly, too much solitude and hanging out with nutcase unhinged his Einstein. '' commented Zacharias sarcastically but no one reacted to his taunt.

`` Ron ? '' The Twin Falls, unsure of what to say, turned to their young comrade in bewilderment.

`` Harry was the one who risked his life to prevent Voldemort from getting the Sorcerer 's Harlan Fiske Stone. He saved my sis from his immorality clutch pedal, killing a dangerous basilisk in the procedure. He spared the life of the person who betrayed his parents when he could have had his revenge. And most importantly, he gave us hope when everything was at its worst. If those are not enough to convince you of Harry 's artlessness, then I pity you. '' Ron spoke in a subdued tincture but everyone was hanging on to his words. `` I chose to conceive that Harry 's not shamefaced. Had the place been reversed, I believe he would do the same for me. ``

`` Several time, Harry had been accused of lying but he was always proven inexperienced person in the end. I have no reason to suspect that this sheath would be different. '' said Neville with such fierceness that astounded the others.

`` But what about the attacks ? Many eyewitnesses attested to the fact that it was really him. '' said Book of Zachariah in confusion.

`` No, those are mere magic trick. '' said Hermione defiantly.

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

`` Hmmm .... '' began Hermione, trying to discern if it would be wise for them to know what the Order had decided. `` Moody told us to go along for now and see where this will head us. But he also said we have to keep an ear and eye out for hint. If their theories are even out, then a new iniquity lord could be emerging and using Harry to carve up the wizarding community. ``

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

`` Then we 'll simply explain. Listen, as of now we do n't bonk what 's going on yet so until we discover something, let 's go along with the menstruum but we do n't need to announce it to the whole world. A dignified silence will do. '' said Hermione patiently.

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author 'S NOTE : I 'll be writing about Harry 's spot and Luna 's retrieval next. Please remember to review. Thanks !
Chapter 6 - Not Just a dream


After the former DA members had left, the three searched the rook once more for any substantiation of Ginny 's whereabouts and procured some volume from the Restricted expanse which they forgot to explore earlier in their disoriented state. The next day, feeling oddly tired and spent, they made their way half-heartedly to the Great Hall to hold their breakfast. It had only been four day since the terminal figure had ended and yet it felt like long time.

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

`` Yeah - with Voldemort gone, I had hoped that we could finally get together without the concern of being attaked. '' agreed Neville. `` A company would be decent, I guess, but just hanging out without worrying about dark hotshot would be pleasant enough. ``

`` Sometimes, it 's really difficult to be friends with Harry. thing always happen to him and we always get involved somehow. '' said Ron thoughtfully. `` The only when 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 turn away her bushy-haired point to go on perusing a book they had acquired the night before. It was really depressing to hear individual say it out flashy. It made the whole thing seem More real. But Ron went on as if he had not heard her or if he had, he just chose to ignore her.

`` Then, there 's the thing with Ginny. Foolish lady friend, I do n't know what came to her - leaving the palace like that, without so a great deal as a banker's bill to inform us if she 's safe ! '' He paused for a while to pour himself a drink. `` She really scares me sometimes. First, that thing with that Malfoy git and now, this. '' He had a far away look on his cheek, then he shook his head slightly as if he was dismissing a negative thought.

`` Hey ! look who just arrived. '' exclaimed Neville suddenly, jerking Ron back from his momentary semiconsciousness and startling Hermione into slamming the book shut in surprisal. Her eyes immediately widened with obfuscation as she identified the approaching material body.

`` Why are you all here again ? I thought we all agreed to hunt down for hint ? We ca n't gather much information if we 're all here. '' said Hermione in balmy pain in the ass as she saw the former DA members drew near.

`` well, we just found out the hard way that the business concern atmosphere now is far from accommodating. We decided to shut down the workshop until this whole ridiculous scam is over. People refused to buy our poppycock now just because we 're friends with Harry and some had already resorted to vandalizing our premiss. '' admitted Fred ruefully.

`` The sucker seem to think that we had an malign conspiracy with Harry and that our product are basically dark objects in camouflage. They did n't bear in mind before though but now ... .I do n't know. People are really green sometimes. '' said St. George with the Sami dejected tone.

Hermione crossed her arms over her dresser and eyed Cho and Lee quizzically, not realizing that she presented a very uncanny exposure of the stern 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 convert the topic before he could ask any to a greater extent doubtfulness. `` Have you found anything useful ? '' she turned to Hermione.

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

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

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

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

The Gemini the Twins immediately shot stealthy looks with each early while Cho and Lee looked blankly at her. Obviously, they had not thought about it.

`` fountainhead, 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, Mr Longbottom. I heard everything and I 'm allowing them to stay as long as requirement. You could all stay at Gryffindor Dormitory. '' They were all surprised to see the Headmistress appear behind them. `` Oh, I forgot to observe something. brothel keeper Pomfrey requested for a few days of residue 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 advance. '' 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 caboodle of stupid Thomas Kid ? ``

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

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

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

`` Trust me, Hermione, you would n't wish to have intercourse. '' said Lee in amusement and gave her a knowing look.

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The seven teen awkwardly looked on as the Headmistress led a queasy Luna inside the dormitory. For practicality 's sake, all the girls had to delay in one room and the male child at another. There was no problem with that arrangement. However, they were still ill at ease at having Luna there since her presence would cramp them from discussing anything related to their present predicament and excluding her will shit 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 smile that was rarely seen by students, 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 adolescent who still had not spoken a single thing. `` I 'll be leaving you now. Take care of yourselves. ``

The cumbersome silence continued as they watched the Headmistress leave. It seemed that everyone was rather unsure of what to say with one another especially Cho who was currently staring at Luna with such intense concentration but could n't seem to find the discussion to show herself. Even Fred and George IV had cypher comical 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 art object of report.

The son immediately excused themselves and went back to their room while Hermione suddenly found it imperative mood to take a shower. Cho, still unsealed of what to do, continue for a while, thinking that this was the perfect opportunity for them to discuss what she had in head 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 heart wrench with sympathy as she heard Luna say that. poor people fille ! Always assuming that nonentity wanted her around. If she only knew that she got the boy every girl was dreaming of, she would not feel so insecure. But she could not tell her yet ... or could she ? Before the tragic incident, they had already gotten along well and were the only I to surmise Ginny of deception. She wanted to talk about it with someone who would empathise and that someone was Luna. Unfortunately, pushing the issue now might be harmful to her. 'No, this is not yet the time for that .'She thought and she left quietly before she could change her mind.

Luna tried to tug away the tears that threatened to pass as she watched Cho leave-taking. She should have stayed in the hospital wing. At least there, she would not feel so harm if anyone ignored her because cipher else was there aside from Madam Pomfrey who was always in use with her healing potions anyway. Her only visitor was Harry and she was contented with that. He made her laugh with his gag. He told her risible narration about Hogwarts life ... He taught her respective magical tricks that she had not even imagined potential before ... and most of all, he made her feel special and proud of herself. But he was away now and she was stuck in this dorm room where nonentity even bothered to record her around. And they had been acting very odd ... very odd indeed.

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

HARRY ceramist MURDERED A HUNDRED MUGGLES AT A PARTY IN LONDON ! ! !

HARRY potter GONE wickedness TO AVENGE HIS GIRLFRIEND 'S FATE ! ! !

HARRY ceramicist -- THE NEXT dark noble ? ? ?


With trembling helping hand, she forced herself to learn the articles underneath the shocking headlines but the tears flooded her imagination before she could even finish up the offset paragraph. `` NOOOOOOOOOOO ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ``

'This can not be true !'She thought to herself then her straits throbbed painfully as she attempted to process the data she had just discovered. 'So, this is why everyone 's acting so weird. But this ca n't be true up ... this ca n't be true up ...'Then as the painful pounding on her head continued, several alarming images flashed dangerously in her mind. She saw her father screaming in anguish as Voldemort threw her to two death-eaters ... She saw Voldemort disarm his opponents ... Then, she witnessed as a death-eater snap the killing curse on her father ... `` NOOOOOOOOOOOO ! ! ! begetter ! ! ! ! '' She struggled to stay conscious but the pain was unendurable. The last thing she heard before her eubstance succumbed to the excruciating sensation was the terrified yell of her stream dorm mates.

`` LUNA ! '' called Hermione but was shocked to find her unconscious build lying on the ground with one hand still clutching what looked like the previous day 's newspaper publisher. She carefully removed the report from the daughter 's appreciation to corroborate her suspicion. `` WHO LEFT THIS PIECE OF drivel LYING AROUND ? ! ? '' she angrily asked the others, waving the offensive paper in front of them.

Ron shuffled his foot nervously as he stared from the paper to the sofa. `` S-sorry, Herm. I was in a hastiness ... I guess I di -- - ''

`` -- YOU DID N'T THINK - TYPICAL ! HOW WE ENDED UP TOGETHER IS hush A PUZZLE TO ME ! '' said Hermione in exasperation then she carefully levitated Luna 's soundbox and placed her to a more comfortable place. `` McGonagall will be bloodless. She has n't even spent one night here and look what happens. ''

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

`` Not right now. Let 's time lag until Luna comes around start then we 'll take it from there. '' said Cho as she surveyed Luna 's human face .'I should hold stayed ...'

`` I think that would be wise. We 'll bring bend at keeping an eye on her until she wakes up. Cho and I can rent the first bout, Fred and George I next, then Neville and Lee, then Ron. Ron will have no partner because this is his faulting. '' said Hermione and pushed the boys away before they could vocalize out any objection.

`` I feel fearsome ... '' admitted Cho when the son were finally out of sight.

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

`` 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 back. '' said Hermione and they both fell silent as they watched the missy who had already suffered a lot. The initiative hr had passed ... Luna was still unconscious mind ... .Second time of day ... .No change at all and the two girls were already feeling their eyelids droop from fatigue duty and lethargy ... one-third hour ....

`` No, do n't harm him anymore ... .please ... '' The two dead reckoning 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 articulatio humeri to buck her away from her nightmare.

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

`` Cho, you better get McGonagall now ... I 'll get the son. '' 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 prof McGonagall tried to locate the schooling nurse immediately.

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

`` I saw it in a muggle movie once and it worked. '' she explained as the others stared at her in obfuscation. Amazingly, Luna started to flutter her palpebra slowly until she was able-bodied to pry them open. Neville quickly offered a glassful of weewee 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 articles ? ''

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

`` Luna, we wanted to severalize you but Madam Pomfrey forbid us to do so. She said we had to let you bring around on your own. '' said Cho in an apologetic tone.

`` S-she also said that you might have a spooky breakdown or something ... so we had to await ... '' said Hermione.

`` And what about the news program ? Have n't you bothered to objurgate them ? That 's really laughable ! Harry would never ever do those horrible thing ! Has the wizarding existence conveniently forgot what he did for them ? The sacrifices he made ? How he almost died so that the others may last ? '' yelled Luna angrily, ignoring the others'attempt to chill out her down.

`` Luna, you 're right. The word is applesauce. But there 's a huge problem and the only thing that could help us right now is to pretend that we believe those stories. '' said Professor McGonagall who had just arrived along with Professor Snape and Madam Pomfrey.

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

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

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

Luna 's formulation softened immediately at the acknowledgment of her founding father. She remembered every unpleasant details of her life now. Her father joined Voldemort 's army to assure her safety but in the end, it had all been a lie. Voldemort never kept the promise that he would let her live if her father followed his dictation. In the end, her begetter dropped all feigning and rushed to hold open his lonesome baby but he failed. He was killed mercilessly by one of Voldemort 's fast followers.

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

`` nightmare ? '' Luna looked lacuna for a moment.

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

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

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

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

`` Harry ? ''

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

`` No, it 's not just a 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 ! '' exclaimed Ron in astonishment.

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

`` And neither is Harry - but his visual sense had been accurate ! '' said Ron heatedly.

`` Falco columbarius ! DO N'T YOU wishing TO KNOW WHO GOT HIM ? ! ? '' yelled Luna in frustration.

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

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

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

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

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

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

`` NO, HE DID NOT ! ``

`` young lady Lovegood, please be reasonable. The nightmare is over. Harry defeated the Dark Jehovah death October. '' said Professor McGonagall, adopting her stern demeanor once more to fall the brewing dispute.

`` NO, HE DID NOT ! ! ! HOW MANY TIMES DO I HAVE TO Tell YOU ? ! ? WE NEED TO GET TO HARRY BEFORE IT 'S TOO LATE ! '' screamed Luna vehemently. This time, the enormous glass jar on one corner of the room suddenly exploded into diminutive pieces. Then Luna 's student vanished and her eyes blazed Patrick White with fury, scaring the wits out of those who witnessed the shocking transformation.

`` How do you know ? '' queried Professor Snape stonily as he glanced curiously at the tattered 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 same thing to them but they refused to consider him. They purposely closed their eyes to the possibility just because believing otherwise was so practically simpler. But they should make known better. After all Harry was the only one who have fought with Voldemort directly before. He was the only one who could narrate the departure.

The Headmistress seemed terribly unnerved by Luna 's outburst and was not able to say anything so they looked helplessly upon the Potions Master to take charge of the situation.

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

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

`` It would be faster if you see it yourself. '' said Luna, then with astonishing speed and improbable magical acquittance, she conjured a Theodore Harold White sail over the paries and closed her eyes in intense compactness. Unsure of what to expect, they just stared blankly on the white piece of paper and waited. Then to their amazement, images started to appear on the screen enabling them to clearly visualize Harry 's condition.

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

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

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Harry 's hands were held tightly by two duncical ash gray chains - the only things that were keeping him from falling into the roaring hell four fundament underneath his cut eubstance. Around him were ten hooded figure of speech moving about in a fluid motion while two others were mercilessly taking turning into whipping his already unconscious form. His clothes were torn from the whip and stemma was oozing from his wounds but his tormentors'lustfulness for affliction seemed insatiable.

`` Is he sapless already ? '' asked a coldness vox of a build who had arrived to check into on the captive 's condition. The man had claw-like finger's breadth and ruby eyes. 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 call back he would be doing very much magic now. '' declared one of the whippers proudly.

The dark lord cackled with delight at the word 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 forepart of him. Nor did he come out terrified. In fact, if one would wait closely, one would notice a hint of amusement there. opposite to their assumption, he was not unconscious ... He was merely pre-occupied with establishing a connection with his girlfriend so that at to the lowest degree one mortal would know the truth even if he failed to go this in vogue encounter. `` hullo, Tom. ''

`` So you 're obsessed with pleasantries now, Potter ? Do n't worry, I can bring along. '' said the darkness Jehovah in mock amusement. `` Hello, Harry. I 'm 'pleased'to gather you. ''

`` No, Tom. I am the one PLEASED to suffer you. '' said Harry and was elated to notice a tail of incertitude cross Voldemort 's face.

`` What do you think ? '' asked the evil wizard venomously.

`` You mean you do n't lie with ? '' Harry feigned ignorance and donned a scandalise look. `` But your minions claimed that you were omnipotent and all-knowing ... 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 confusion. He was not used to this abrupt change in Potter 's attitude towards him. Whereas before, he could easily fright the boy, now it seemed that his foresightful time enemy felt confident enough to disdain him despite of his obvious disadvantage. Maybe the boy was planning another surprise ... yes, that must be it.

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

Within second, Wormtail arrived with Draco and Ginny and pushed them in front end of Voldemort. But Harry still seemed unperturbed.

`` What are you up to, Potter ? '' asked the dark Creator coldly.

`` zippo. You were the one who was up to something. Faking your death like that ... Merlin ! You should be ashamed of yourself ... really, imitating Wormtail of all people ... tsk ... tsk..tsk ... I expected more from the DARK LORD. '' scoffed Harry, putting an stress on the 'LORD'part in the most sarcastic shade that he could supervise. From his high spatial relation, he noticed a slight smirk on Draco 's rim and he pondered whether it would be possible that Draco was not as bad as he thought. Maybe Luna was flop ...

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

`` Why ? You 've forced Mr. Ollivander to puddle you another wand ? '' asked Harry nonchalantly. At the look of surprise on Voldemort 's face, he added somewhat coolly. `` You did n't call back I 'd figure it out, do you ? Mind you, I knew about Bellatrix too. She was the soul behind the masquerade party and you put a spell on her voice and taught her enough wandless magic to effect the deception. You just forgot one fry point, though. Even if you were able to force Ollivander to add Fawkes'feather into her scepter, it WAS still HER wand and I happen to have intercourse that SHE, NOT YOU, was the one who killed Sirius. You should make gone all out with your juvenile scheme and let her use your wand. ''

Voldemort was momentarily taken aback by this but he recovered rapidly. He gave him a mock applause. `` resplendent ! But you 're wrong on one account. I happen to like my wand and it will outride that way, whereas yours was already .... separate into half ... .by your own headmistress. '' He said slowly to let the devastating news cesspool more painfully but if he was expecting Harry to look angry or sad, he was severely let down. Incensed by his want of response, he levitated the Clarence Day'newspaper so that the boy could learn the bad news program for himself.

`` Well ? '' prompted Voldemort.

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

`` What do you imagine about those little headline bearing your precious name ? Were you shocked that the wizarding world do n't see you as a hero now ? Even your acquaintance and former allies have deserted you now ... '' sneered Voldemort malevolently.

`` Actually - No. It would take more than that to appal me now. So what do you be after to do after successfully ruining my report ? '' asked Harry with the Lapplander blank shell verbal expression. `` You 'll jeopardise to wipe out me again ? '' he added disdainfully.

`` Threaten ? Not jeopardize, Potter. I 'll kill you this prison term and without your annoying intrusion, I would be relieve to suppress the wizarding cosmos once more. '' said Voldemort, his eyes glinting evilly at the prospect of finally being able-bodied to hit the most dangerous obstruction in his path.

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

`` Is that so ? Maybe it would be more entertaining if individual from your own house putting to death you instead. '' He motioned Ginny to hail forward gave her a verge then he pointed his own wand at Draco. `` Kill him now, child, or I 'll kill the Brigham Young Malfoy. ``

Harry glanced at the two captives and saw Ginny crying silently as she took the verge handed to her with a quivering hand. genus Draco mouthed a hasty excuse to him and lowered his regard in frustration to avoid witnessing the consequence. Harry immediately lost his absorption and the connection with Luna was instantly broken.

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

Voldemort became suddenly untrusting of his easy compliance and decided to hasten the process. `` CRUCIO ! '' he sent the spell at Draco whose weakened soundbox rapidly fell on the ground in pain. Then he turned to the girl impatiently. `` DO IT NOW ! ``

`` A-Ave-da K-Ke-dav ... .ra .... '' murmured Ginny tearfully and fell to the ground in compunction as she saw the green abstemious struck Harry squarely on the chest. Sobbing hysterically, she now realized that she had indeed foolishly chosen the wrong English. She had just murdered one of her serious friends -- the Saami person who saved her before. How could she ? She was even forged than Voldemort !

beholding her disconsolate state, Voldemort decided that two more command would be adequate. But he did not postulate to stay. After all, Harry was all in and there was no need for him to waste any more than of his wanted clock time.

`` Wormtail, I 'll leave you here to destroy the evidences. Drop the bodies into the fire. '' ordered Voldemort wickedly, then he turned to Draco. `` Mr. Malfoy, due to your male parent 's recent accomplishment, I 'm willing to leave you another fortune to take a shit up for your earlier noncompliance. Dispose of the daughter and you can come back to my good thanksgiving. You do n't want to be a disappointment to your beginner, do you ? ''

Draco, whose facial expression was still hidden, changed his grammatical construction to one of aristocratic hauteur before he faced the evil man. `` Yes, My Lord. It would be a delight. '' He heard him inform Wormtail that they would be leaving. Maybe, now 's their chance to get out ...

`` Excellent choice, genus Draco. Your Padre shall be pleased. We 'll be expecting you at the Malfoy manor house soon. '' said Voldemort and ordered his other 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 memory of this if you want. '' offered Wormtail but the young lady shook her head vigorously.

`` No, I want to recollect every particular of where my foolishness had led me. I want to ingrain in my mind that I had just murdered one of the kindest person 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 build in his arms.

`` genus Draco, Ginny ... that 's enough ... You must get away now. Do n't do in clip. Voldemort will get leery if I do n't turn up at the manor house soon. '' said Wormtail nervously.

`` No, you must come with us. We need your help. We do n't roll in the hay where to go. '' said genus Draco in desperation. `` And we must take Potter 's body with us. The least we could do is establish him a right burial. ``

Wormtail silently struggled with himself before coming up with a decision. Voldemort would kill 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 handwriting and levitated him carefully to the priming. Then, he took out the portkey that he had prepared earlier in the promise that the opportunity to take flight would come up up. Within seconds, the four were transported to a place that only Wormtail had any noesis of.

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The looker-on panicked slightly when the double on the covert disappeared. The last aspect they witnessed was that of Voldemort forcing Ginny to slay Harry and using genus Draco as the instrument to see to it her compliance.

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

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

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

`` I do n't love. ''

`` Severus, did you tell apart the place ? '' asked the stunned Headmistress.

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

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

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

Ron, Fred and George VI sadly lowered their capitulum in shame. What Luna had said was true up. If they had not been too stubborn, then they would have found out sooner what Ginny was up to and they would birth been in the lieu to help oneself her return to the right track. They protected her too much ... and now, all of them were paying the price. This was war, and in war, ties among champion and families were usually not as potent as the Bond of choice.

Cho looked from the Weasley brothers and the irate Luna and decided that it was time to steer the discussion to a safer topic. `` Luna, I was thinking ... Can you also communicate with Harry through that mind forcing out thing ? ``

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

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

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

`` well, at least we were able to unravel part of the closed book. '' said Hermione to inspire everyone up. `` Now, we know Voldemort 's still around and that he designed a most elaborate plot to divide and conquer the wizarding world and to eliminate his enemy in the risky 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 larn to do that ? '' asked Neville in wonder, pointing at the make-shift screen.

`` Harry taught me. I also wondered why he was exerting so much sweat into teaching me but now I understand completely. You did not consider him and the DA lost its purpose. But he knew that this is going to happen so he decided to contribution what he knew with me and we spent about of the time practicing turn. He prepared me for the forged. '' replied Luna in a cold part that they had not heard before. `` Now, if you 'll pardon me, I need to repose. ''

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

`` What ? ''

`` null. '' replied Snape after a moment 's hesitation but Luna nodded as if she was capable to learn the silent question in his mind.
Chapter 8 - The Unholy bond ( Part 2 )


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

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

`` Aahhhh ! ! ! '' They heard Ginny shout in fright. They immediately brought their sceptre out.

`` What 's the problem ? ``

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

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

`` Godric 's hole - ceramicist 's old star sign. '' replied Wormtail.

`` WE ARE AT POTTER 'S mansion ! ! ! '' exclaimed Ginny and Dragon, clearly unnerved by the revelation.

`` Do n't overreact. I just thought that this is the lastly place they would bear to find oneself us ... and with certain circumstance ... I guess it would be fitting to regress Harry 's trunk to where it really belonged. '' said Wormtail sadly in anamnesis of his own treachery.

As expected, no one bothered to look at Harry 's reaction at the mention of his house but of course of study, what person in his flop res publica of psyche would match for a corpse 's reaction ? However, had they taken the metre to give him even the merest of a glance, they would bear noticed his partially covered eyes scanning the room with bang-up interest.

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

'Oh, what a brilliant idea ! Thanks, Ginny .'thought Harry in entertainment. Then trying not to move his deal too much, he caused the article of furniture on the room rearrange itself ... Afterwards, he levitated his parents'portrayal 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 latterly ... '' cried Ginny but Wormtail was not listening. He knelt on the ground and apologized profusely to his other best friends.

`` I 'm really sorry for betraying you ... .Lily..James ... Heaven knows I 've suffered enough ... and your son ... He gave me the chance but I let the chance shift on my fingers ... I was a coward ... take me if it could appease your anger ... but let the nestling go ... They 're still young ... They can still change their shipway ... '' said Wormtail remorsefully then he began to punch himself hard for every crime he committed under Voldemort 's power.

genus Draco and Ginny were hugging each other for funding as they watched upon Wormtail 's act of penance. It would birth been comical if the situation had not been that serious but right now, it looked so creepy.

`` M-Mr. and Mrs ceramicist, I 'm lamentable too for making your son 's sprightliness miserable at Hogwarts.. '' said Draco in the Sami penitent tone.

`` It 's my geological fault, too. If I had not chosen to keep an eye on Voldemort, he would still be alive today ... I have been foolish ... but that reason is impossible ... You can punish me ... and if that punishment would be death ... then so be it. '' said Ginny as she continued to cry in anguish.

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

`` YOU, treasonist ! WHY HAVE YOU DECIDED TO JOIN THE wickedness SIDE ? '' his booming interpreter echoed around the house and the three terrified creatures faced what they thought was a zombi Harry with exceedingly rueful expressions.

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

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

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

`` I have been stupid ... .absolutely dullard ... If you can discover it in your heart to forgive me then I 'd be will to die peacefully in your hands. '' said Wormtail and he, too, resigned himself to what lay ahead.

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

`` You 're ghost could check our actions everyday, and if you see us straying again from the path of goodness, then it 's your determination to make. '' replied Wormtail and the early two nodded in agreement.

`` Very well, I 'll adjudge on to your word of honor for now. '' said Harry then feeling the effect of exuberant use of power added to the pain he had to endure before, he closed his eyes and was unable to hold in 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 mischievous smile.

`` Hey, what 's wrong ? You did n't seem to mind that when we were at the uncouth room. '' he drawled and gave genus Draco a half-smile.

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

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

Draco and Wormtail reluctantly touched his cheek too.

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

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

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

`` Let me show you what really transpired. '' said Harry then summoning what was left of his strength, he projected his own death prospect on the paries in slow motion and the three watched the event carefully.

As Ginny was about to buck the killing torment on Harry, a fall of tear fell upon the baton and instead of the expected green light, a white irradiation escaped from its tip instead. Then mere inches after it left the wand, Harry waved his imprisoned hand slightly and the white beam was transformed into a Green one.

`` That, my booster, is one of the wonder of magic. As what Bellatrix, your erstwhile ally, had told me, the words are not enough ... .you need to really mean it ... you have to aim vivid pleasure in inflicting pain sensation and in my case -- death. You were not meant to be a liquidator, Ginny and I 'm happy of that fact. '' said Harry as he halted the demonstration.

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

`` Yes, why not ? You did not result my body to rot in that wretched blank space - that in itself was remarkable enough. Then I heard your apologies earlier and the promise to change. I am not a God but I 'm willing to forgive you because I know that it is the right hand to do. '' explained Harry.

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

`` Never mind that. After what I 've just shown you, do you still believe that you could have 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 effective. '' admitted Ginny.

`` It was not that potent for me. If you could remember correctly, I stayed conscious long enough to question you then I allowed myself to 'pass out'so that you could bring me to wherever your master was. To be honest, Voldemort 's eerie silence had been bugging me for months and I wanted to fit him soon to end my excruciation. I have to admit that your piddling parody was very timely ... '' said Harry then he gave another taunt grin at Draco. `` ... and besides, I enjoyed the show ... immensely ! '' He laughed out loud at the sight of Draco 's reddened expression and tensed expression.

`` You 're disgusted, Potter. '' spat Draco 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 claver her later ...'

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

`` I wish I could. I have the ability but unfortunately, I do n't bear the intent. Not to mention the fact that if I had indeed finished him off, I would be forever wondering about your loyalties. No, I have other plans for Voldemort and I am not just after him ... I want ALL of his devoted patron and slaves, too. `` replied Harry and after a piece he added. `` Consider yourselves very fortunate that I have decided to spare you. ``

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

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

`` I need to get helper. We ca n't stay here forever ... we need some place to a greater extent 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 dark mark was located. A few minutes of excruciating pain followed then Harry waved him off. `` Go on but do n't take too long. ''

Wormtail stared at his arm in amazement. The dark mark was gone. Forcing back the lubber on his throat, he disapparated silently.

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

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

`` How did you learn all those material ? '' asked genus Draco curiously, a trivial confident now that he was certain that Harry was not on a vindictive streak.

`` That ... .is something that I do not like to expose as of this moment. Do n't blank out, you 're still under probation. I may be forgiving ... but I am definitely not stupid. '' declared Harry in a cold spokesperson that implied a harsh end for them if they ever betray him once more.

With nothing better to do, Harry wandered around the sign with Draco while Ginny prepared some intellectual nourishment for them including whoever Wormtail was going to bring with him.

`` Your house is not that bad, Potter. '' said Draco in admiration as they viewed the wonderful collection of books at the mini-library, the wide-eyed array of magic target and all former details that depicted the ceramicist portion so lavishly.

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

`` Wan na play wizard chess ? ``

`` No, thanks ... It 's away my field of expertise. Ron 's the best at that game. '' said Harry and smiled at genus Draco 's aspect of disbelief.

`` I did n't think Weasley was ever good at anything. '' said Draco then clamped one helping hand at his backtalk, afraid that he had offended Harry.

`` You 'd be surprised. Ron 's safe at a lot of affair ... and he 's very weather too. You know during our first twelvemonth, Ron beat McGonagall 's chess set and he urged us to go on even if he was already injured. Then on our second class, we had to go to the dark timberland to travel along the spiders. Ron has a phobic neurosis with those creatures but he still came with me ... amazing ! '' said Harry, smiling as he recalled his adventures with his best admirer.

`` Why are you telling me these, Harry ? '' asked genus Draco in mix-up, not realizing that he had just referred to his early school enemy by his first-class honours degree name. Harry raised one eyebrow before he replied.

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

`` Oh, O.K.. Then, I suppose you 're going to shout me 'Draco'now. '' said Draco awkwardly. It was uncanny being friends with thrower but it was surely adept than nothing.

`` Of course of instruction, genus Draco. I think we better come down. I have a feeling that Wormtail would be back soon. '' said Harry.

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`` Snape ? '' Harry and Draco stared incredulously at the Slytherin Head and at Wormtail who was twitching on his hind end nervously.

`` I see putz 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 playact it cool. `` So, tool, what supporter could he possibly pass us ? ``

`` Snape was one of the most dodgy spies of Voldemort before his defection. He could offer us with entropy on spot where Voldemort would not be able to find us so easily and being liberal to interact with other genius, he could also append us with necessary details regarding Voldemort 's body process. '' said Wormtail nervously.

To everyone 's amazement, Harry gave a soft chuckle at first, then a slight laugh until finally he could n't control his hilarity anymore. He rolled with laugh as if someone was tickling his ribs and the looker-on were already suspecting that someone had sent a tickling magical spell 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 set aside description.

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

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

`` I was thinking more along the cable of annoying ... and disturbing.. '' said Harry.

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

`` Yeah, that 's it ! hellish coalition -- - I never imagined the clock time would follow when all of us would push on the same slope. Really weird ! '' said Harry then he turned to Snape. `` So, how 's schoolhouse ? Is everyone still thinking I 'm the next dark Godhead ? ``

`` No, the DA and Order members believe individual was just impersonating you but we 've been pretending that we believe in the stories. Also, Luna has made an mystify recovery. '' reported Snape.

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

`` No. ''

Harry 's face fell.

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

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

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

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

`` Well, you can either opt between Snape mansion and Dumbledore castle. '' replied Snape.

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

`` I 'm rather fond to grandeur myself. I think I prefer Dumbledore 's Palace. '' said Dragon enthusiastically.

`` Unfortunately for you, pal. I 'm choosing Snape hall and that 's where we are going next. '' replied Harry and was amused to see the disappointment on the faces of the other two teenager. However, his conclusion was not mainly to annoy the them. He wanted to get to recognize Snape better and a speck of a smile showed that his previous professor was pleased by his choice.

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

`` Thank you, Professor. '' said Harry. Then adopting a serious tone, he beckoned to Snape and whispered a request. `` Listen. Voldemort will soon announce that I 'm dead so you better pretend to believe it too. And do n't tell anyone that you have seen me. I 'm planning a little surprisal for everyone. When sure hoi polloi begin to evaporate, whirl to depend for them. You will act as if you 're really exerting an effort into finding them but you 're going to hail up with nothing. Will you do that ? ``

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

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


AUTHOR 'S billet : It does not claim me too long to compose the chapters ... unfortunately, I do n't have internet admittance at home so it 's very backbreaking for me to post more often ... .anyway, I hoped yo bask the last three chapters and do n't forget to reexamine. Thanks !
Chapter 9 - civil word


`` 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 supercilious professor did not deduct points from his sign of the zodiac for his 'disrespectful'attitude.

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

`` So we 're back to our normal condition of endearment. That 's a assuagement ! I do n't opine it would be unspoilt for my sanity if we become chummy all of a sudden. '' said Harry, shuddering slightly for effect. `` Well, to answer your interrogation, I 've realized that mass now find it terribly hard to think 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 wickedness eyebrow at that. `` ... -- to the highest degree of the people that subject at least -- but since the so-called defeat of Voldemort, people tend to be blind. Maybe it 's because they prefer to believe that the evil had passed and that our cosmos is normal again. ``

`` What 's your architectural plan then ? '' said Snape.

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

Harry groaned at having to go over his plans with them. He still had to set to this unexpected armistice. Unfortunately, he had to hope them with it in order for his program to operate. `` All right, the program is simple actually. We 'll just let Voldemort go on with his architectural plan -- ''

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

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

`` You said something about fade of some multitude ... '' prodded Snape while placing one firm hand on Draco 's mouth to refrain him from sputtering other nonsense garbage.

`` I was planning on asking Hermione 's supporter into finding other direction to eliminate the foe then of course, I also want Luna with me ... then civilize the others until it 's time ... '' The others looked dubiously at him. Harry threw up his hands in defeat. `` Okay, fine. I admit the plan is not perfect yet. I 'm counting on your cognition of the shadow humanities and Voldemort himself to polish it if you 're up to the challenge. '' said Harry, disgruntled. For a moment, he seemed like his old self again -- unassuming and vulnerable -- and clearly, he was not delight 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 crazy about ? Of course, I knew. Would I be exerting this much exertion if I did n't ? '' retorted Harry angrily. He was expecting some suggestions not irritatingly foolish questions.

`` No, not that one. About the former prophecy ? '' said Wormtail reluctantly.

Harry looked confused. What vaticination was he talking about ? He glanced at Snape 's nonplussed construction. He did n't know about it either. Draco and Ginny was trying to call in something but they, too, appeared blank.

`` What do you think, St. Peter ? '' asked Severus mildly but the thin set of his lips revealed his slight annoying about the lengthy introduction.

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

`` To whom was the divination 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 dark lord called me and I left immediately. '' admitted Wormtail. `` She was predicting HOW the chosen one would vanquish the iniquity lord. ``

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

`` Do I have to tell you everytime ? I was scared ... as always. The dark lord is so impatient. grave penalisation 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 become back the time. '' commented Ginny in understanding.

`` No, not only that. '' said Wormtail, the strain in his vox was worth a thousand words of ruefulness. `` ... but I think it was better that way. At least the dark lord did not memorize of how you 're going to defeat him. ``

`` Unfortunately, I do n't either. But maybe we can just ask the seer about it. Who was the oracle by the way ? '' said Harry, in trench 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 early visionary could pass on that information but it would probably ingest old age to retrieve out who and we could not stand sentry go to each and everyone of them to look until they make a standardised prophecy. '' stated Snape.

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

`` prof Trelawny may not be consistent but she had already made two correct prophecies. One was that I would be the lone one who could defeat the dark lord and the other ... '' Harry looked directly at Wormtail 's eyes before continuing. '' ... .Voldemort 's loyal servant would rejoin and assist him retrieve his trunk. '' Wormtail averted his gaze in shame. `` Unfortunately, she also claimed that seers do not 'see'at will and they could not even tell when a prognostication is going to be made. ''

Draco shifted his military position and turned to front at the ribbon as if he was bored to demise by the conversation. `` I 'm not sure enough about you but I am tired of this talk that only leads to nowhere. Why do n't we stick to things that we can control and then vex about that later ? ``

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

`` ha-ha, very funny ! Be grateful that some of my Slytherin intellect rubbed off on you. '' said Draco with a little hint 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 sealed that He knows about Draco and Wormtails'desertion when they failed to give back on sentence. It 's severe for any of you and of course, Harry and Ginny are supposed to be perfectly. '' declared Snape suddenly, catching the attention of all whose creative thinker were wandering.

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

`` I do n't cogitate that would be a ripe musical theme, Ginny. '' said Harry. He would not dare to deliberately put his best friend 's biography in danger.

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

`` Not her, Draco. Too severe. '' reacted Snape at seeing the mistrustful face of his favourite educatee. He did not need to hear the person 's public figure. He only had to look at his face and he already knew who he was referring to.

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

`` Would it be too a good deal to ask who that person is ? '' asked Harry after failing to figure out who, aside from Ginny, could make him look scared and concerned at the same time.

`` My mother. ``

No one was able to say anything as they all watched genus Draco gaze hard at the roof, pretending to look up to the glorious top view that was so much like to Hogwarts, but they all knew he was just fighting the urge to cry in despair at the view of putting his mother 's life sentence in risk for defying the dark Maker.

Harry could almost experience the hullabaloo that was hammering inside genus Draco'principal. He was amazed. Draco used to be so cool and collected. His centre were always like dusty ice especially when he stared at him during his taunting climate but now the ice had melted. The Slytherin prince stood before them like a common person -- capable of feeling. And he was not yet sure if it was a goodness affair or not.

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

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

`` All right hand. Be measured. ''

After the passing of the professor, the four proceeded to take in the scrumptious dinner that Ginny had prepared for all of them. But the light atmosphere was gone. They all brooded in secrecy as they chewed each tasty morsel in their mouths. Not even polite phrasal idiom like 'Please pass the salt'or 'More rice please'were uttered. Why should they bother ? It was not necessary. They could all use the summoning charm for that.

When they were all finished with their repast, 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 treasured member -- not only to excruciate himself more with the computer storage of his betrayal but also to cleanse his somebody. Draco returned to the living room and started writing on a small-arm of sheepskin but the Holy Writ were printed so unhurriedly that Harry, who was observing him closely, could suppose how lots it was hurting him to write that alphabetic character to his mother.

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

genus Draco forlornly crumpled the parchment and set flame on it. `` You 're right. soul could easily tap this letter and we 'll all be in deep worry. '' He uttered weakly and covered his font with his work force.

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

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

`` Hey, get real ! I have no intention whatsoever of joining that hideous creature 's U. S. Army. That 's simply ridiculous for me. I am just thinking of going back to Hogwarts and carry on our Education. The condition has not started yet. We could still construct up for lost clip. '' Draco looked incredulous at him as if he finally lost his marble. `` But we 're not going as ourselves. We could disquise ourselves and go as transfer from former wizarding schoolhouse. Only the Headmistress and Snape would know and they could aim us all at Slytherin house. It could work out. What do you guess ? ''

The strange expression of Draco was immediately replaced by a foxiness smile, a Slytherin trait that was unconsciously being adopted by Harry.

`` That 's a good one ! Almost worthy of Slytherin -- are you for certain you 're on the rightfulness sign ? '' commented Draco, nodding his promontory approvingly. Harry smiled mysteriously at that.

`` Did you know I was almost sorted to your house ? '' he said with utmost joy. Draco looked surprised. `` The categorisation hat was adamant in placing me there and I had to admit your firm uniform would perfectly match the people of colour of my eye but I chose Gryffindor instead because someone tipped me off that all bad wizards came from your house. ``

`` That someone was Weas -- - Ron, I suppose. That 's a commiseration but what 's done is done. I 'm sure you 're regreting your inadequate selection now. See, you 're even planning an elaborate scheme just so you could detain at our star sign. '' said Draco jokingly.

`` In your dreams ! Besides, you 're Quidditch team sucking. I would n't be caught suddenly playing with a team like that. '' said Harry in the Lapp teasing tonicity. Dragon playfully punched his right arm in mock protest but Harry only laughed. The light banter was a nice recess for them after everything that had just happened.

Chapter 10 - The condition Begin


Professor McGonagall and prof Snape made some detailed request to pander three additional wands for the 'transferees'and now they surveyed the transformed teen with satisfied looks on their faces. They had performed some spell to neuter their characteristic and to hold back Harry 's very noticeable scar. The girl now had jet black hair with a distinct mole on her left cheek. She was wearing dark brown matte lipstick and black eyeshadow that contrasted with her blench people of colour, giving her the haunted appearance of a vampire. Both male child had colorful spiked fuzz and metal range of mountains with weird-shaped chandelier dangling loosely on their necks. The ugly scowl on their faces which showed their acute displeasure with their new 'look'only made them seem more menacing.

`` Professor, can you delight iterate why we ca n't give birth the same lamia look as Ginny ? We look like -- - `` said Harry indignantly.

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

`` well, at least you look to a greater extent like a ferret out boy now, darling ? '' said Ginny, grinning mischievously at the two restless male child. Even Snape seemed amused with their discomfort.

`` Now, now. Do n't be stubborn, boys. That facial expression would give everyone the effect that you are trouble-makers - perfect slate to get into the `` in '' crowd at Slytherin. '' reminded prof McGonagall sternly but the faint twitch on her mouth was a dead giveaway. Both son glared at the others. `` And Dragon, recall that I placed you on seventh yr even though you missed the whole one-sixth class just because you received high cross on your OWLs so I expect you to do very well this school yr. infer ? '' she added. genus Draco nodded mutely but he still did not face 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 brilliant side. At least you would be able eat up your studies and vote out the nighttime noble at once. That 's like hitting two birds with one Harlan Stone, is n't it ? '' he added in pure joy. The male child'scowl deepened at the mention of wench but did not argue.

`` By the way, where 's Wormtail ? '' asked Ginny, putting a clever diaphragm to the flow issue. Both boys appeared on the brink of hexing them insensible if they irritate them some more.

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

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

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

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

`` Oh, my God ! Is that true up ? I do n't know any while at all ... '' grimaced another terrified freshmen.

`` Of course not ! Have n't you read Hogwarts - A History ? A sorting hat would direct us to the planetary house that suited our personality most. '' said a rather smug-faced slight daughter with curly brownness hair.

The three snickered as they listened to their bickerings. The girl 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 younger grouping. It would simply be too embarrassing to be identified with such naive company.

`` Anderson, Sherbet '' shouted Professor Snape, the new Deputy Headmaster, to begin the sorting.

`` Hufflepuff ! ``

The three impatiently waited for the sorting to commence while shooting serious stares at those who were anserine enough to give them peculiar glances.

`` expression at those midgets ! How come there are so many of them ? '' whispered Draco irritatedly.

`` Shhh ! Not so loud ! '' Ginny whispered back while Harry was busy scanning the worried newcomers waiting for their turn.

`` Engel, Queen Victoria ''

`` Ravenclaw ! ``

`` I really feel dire ! I ca n't conceive McGonagall made that McMillan header Boy. I mean I would have been brain Boy you know, if not for some inescapable circumstance. '' said a thoroughly disgruntled Draco.

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

`` I do n't but it does n't work me sense any better. '' said Dragon grumpily.

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

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

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

`` well, he 's a footling overweight with deal of muscles. And he 's supposed to be in fifth year now unless he failed the accreditation examination set by the Ministry. '' said Harry hastily before his gaze fell on the Ravenclaw table where he caught mickle of a lady friend with recollective blond tomentum engrossed in a Inner Light conversation with a newcomer. The girl immediately looked in his management as if sensing his comportment. He smiled hesitantly and was surprised to see the girl smiling back at him. His smile faded at that and he moodily broke the eye contact with her.

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

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

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

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

`` Well, duh ! You 're his fellow. Of course, 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 look like myself anymore. '' whined Harry.

`` You 're being paranoid. 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 delight to annunciate that another bookman would be joining the twenty percent years in Gryffindor house. Dudley Herbert McLean Evans, you may go to their table now. '' said the Headmistress after the freshmen had been sorted.

Harry 's jaw dropped as he stared at his full cousin. Dudley had lost considerable free weight and he looked far better than he imagined. The protruding muscles was a positive factor for him, too. respective girls turned to give him appreciative glance 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 get it on he is so handsome. ``

Draco glared at Ginny but she ignored him.

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

`` We also have three transferee from another wizarding schoolhouse. They would be joining the Slytherin House -- Miss Callah Meyers, Mr. Devon Antonio, and Mr. lander Mooney. ''

The three approached the Slytherin board with all the cool elegance that they could muster. They heard various hoi polloi from other houses gasp in surprise at their appearance while others merely shook their heads in disgust. But it did n't matter to them. The multitude they need to imprint were now eyeing them approvingly.

`` Now that we 're all settled, may I cue you that the Forbidden Forest is out of boundary to all educatee and that the products from Weasleys'Wizarding Wheezes are still prohibited in this school day. '' stated the Headmistress and she looked at each student sternly to instill the monition on their minds. `` To all students, please be informed that Hermione husbandman is the new forefront young lady and Ernie Macmillan is the new headland Boy. You may seek for their assistance if you have any problem. Your business firm prefects shall also be happy to assist you in any way they can. Let the junket Begin ! '' she said after a piece and the dinner party tabular array was immediately ladle with mouth-watering delicacies.

`` sang-froid outfit ! '' commented Blaise Zabini, one of Draco 's airless ally. `` What year are you in ? ``

`` I 'm in one-sixth year and both of them are in their one-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 penis of the royal family unit.

`` Are n't they the ones who studied at Azkaban last year ? '' asked Harry aka Lander, concealing his curiousity with a blase demeanor.

`` How did you know ? '' poof eyed him suspiciously.

`` It 's all over the papers, pal. Nothing to it. Besides, it 's damn brilliant ! How was it ? '' drawled Dragon aka Devonshire lazily.

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

`` The pastor just gave us probational pardon so we can complete our written report here - as if we care, honestly ! '' said pantywaist with a smirk on her face.

`` But you have to take on, no other student 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 biscuit held between her fingers.

`` Well, we usually make fun of students from the other houses - hex themselves sometimes for practice .... '' Blaise scrutinized the three. `` ... and if you 're worthy, then we can let you in on other really great hooey. ``

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

`` ... if you 're worthy, you 'll get it on. '' replied Pansy mysteriously.

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When the spread was over, all students were escorted by their respective sign of the zodiac prefects to their dormitories. Callah and milksop immediately went off somewhere while the boys lingered at the common room first.

`` That read/write head girlfriend is one of potter 's bestfriend. She 's bad tidings, I tell you. Nothing would make you an castaway here faster than making friends with her and the redhead git who follows her around. He was her boyfriend and also a great supporter of Potter. They 're the wrong variety, understand ? '' stated Blaise while Crabbe and Goyle flanked his side protectively like bodyguards and nodded dumbly at everything he said.

Devonshire was annoyed by their natural action but tried hard not to let it show. To them, Dragon Malfoy does not exist anymore and Blaise Zabini is their new leader. He had to deal with that fact and besides, he did not need to find this way. They were not a cracking loss on his part.

`` No one orders us around, Blaise. Show us first why they are not worthy and then when we 'll allow you to call in the stab. '' said Devon 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 Word of God but he relaxed after a consequence. `` A challenge, eh ? We like that, do n't we boys ? '' again his crony nodded without a instant thought. `` Watch us squash those soil tomorrow before our potions school term. '' he declared arrogantly.

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

`` We will. '' said Blaise with a wicked glint in his center then he led his cronies to their room.

Devonshire waited until they were out of hear shot before he said to Lander. `` In this house, you wo n't get any esteem if you agree at once to what they are saying. But you should n't look as if you 're defying them too. ``

lander mutely acknowledged his comment and stared at the Slytherin common room. It still had the like bumpy stone rampart with round, dark-green lamps hanging on string to the cap. There were still no soft and prosperous couch like in their own common way - only high-backed chairs which, from his experience, was not really satisfying to sit on. A fire also crackled merrily under a carved mantelpiece with an intricate design that depicted a very ex fashion of a wizard duel. Looking around the eerie surroundings, he slightly wondered if they were doing the right field affair.

`` Your usual room has not changed much since my death 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 secondment twelvemonth. End of chronicle. ''

`` How the Hades did you two get in ? '' queried Devonshire, a footling miffed that some students from other star sign were able to get into their occult domain without his knowledge.

`` Do n't ask questions because you might not want to pick up the resolution. '' replied Lander cautiously, unwilling to offend him.

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

Lander raised one supercilium and his mouth twitched in entertainment. `` As I have said, you might not require to hear the answer. The slimy git who let us in was YOU. '' he laughed at the look of skepticism on Devon 's case. `` ... and I would not ask Sir Thomas More question if I were you. ``

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

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

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

`` Well, he better not make it too dangerous or that might just be the most humiliate second of his life-time ... ''


Chapter 11 - The Proclamation of Harry 's Death


The shock had worn off and the drown influence of Hermione and the rest of the older Gryffindors had trickled down to the to the lowest degree waxy residents of their theater. Unfortunately, the atmosphere at their uncouth way was far from jubilant. Almost two workweek had passed and there was still no news as to the whereabouts of Harry and Ginny. So much for the DA and the society 's plan - they have not learned a single thing yet and it was driving them crazy.

`` This is all my fault ! 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 stubborn ... '' said Ron with the same remorseful tone.

Neville, who was listening to their rantings, dropped the leger he was holding with so very much force that almost everybody turned to appear at his counseling. `` Will you two please cut that out ? You 've been blaming yourselves since Harry 's disappearance. It 's not helping anybody, you know. '' he declared irritatedly. `` It 's nobody 's geological fault and that 's final. And if you really think yourselves Harry 's friends, you would be doing something constructive by now instead of whining pathetically ! ''

Ron and Hermione stared in surprise at the tearing flare-up of their usually laid back ally. They had forgotten that they were not the simply ones suffering here and Neville 's right field. Moaning and moping would n't help them in their current predicament especially now that the ordination extremity have n't visited Hogwarts yet.

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

`` Why do n't you pester your father until he gives you the entropy we need ? '' said Neville moodily to Ron but before he could reply, the door opened to let out the creepily somber Fred and George Weasley. They looked so tired and weak that nobody had the mettle to wonder them. The Twin Falls 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 dead body ... '' said George, his voice fluctuation as he uttered the words.

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

`` I - I think we better go to McGonagall now. Dad and the other phallus of the Order would be there shortly to discourse the -- - `` said Fred with the Same strained tone. `` ... Holocene epoch umm - ontogeny. ``

`` NO, TELL US ! WHOSE body ? ! ? '' 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 minute 's reluctance, Ron, Hermione and Neville followed their atomic number 82 and immediately grabbed the DA 's special galleon to call on the other members. Within minutes, several other DA members joined them at the federal agency to wait for the arriver of the minister.

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

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

Luna discreetly retreated to one corner, boring her olfactory organ down a musty historical Good Book which partially shielded her from everyone 's view. One by one, the Order members turned up with equally grave verbalism on their faces.

`` The seeking is over .... '' Professor McGonagall began. `` mortal tipped off the minister that a body of a wizard was found near Tom enigma 's burial ground .... '' At this point, the prof could not see her emotions anymore.

`` I sent somebody to investigate the matter and -- `` Mr. Weasley sighed heavily. `` It was Harry 's organic structure. Apparently, his body was thrown into a roaring well of flame disfiguring him almost beyond acknowledgement. ``

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

`` We were not for certain at first - until we saw the lightning shaped scar which was unequalled to him alone. '' replied the minister sadly. `` And if you do n't mind, I would rather not discuss the contingent of his decease right now. ``

His hearer nodded fervently. nobody really wanted to get a line 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 conceive it ! My little sister is a murderer ! ``

Although dull with blow, Hermione managed to explain what Luna had shown them to those who was not aware of it yet.

`` You can hate 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 response was not natural. It seemed a petty force and out of air. She even appeared disinterested about the current topic of the conversation. Did Harry stray from the design and pass on with her despite of their previous agreement ? Or did any of the three chemise up and somehow alerted Luna to their comportment ?

`` come on - hate us. Hex us if it would take a leak you feel better. We deserve it. '' argued George stubbornly but Luna ignored his plea for punishment.

Hermione felt a diminutive glimmer of hope. Maybe, this was just another of Voldemort 's conjuration and Luna could still smell Harry 's comportment that 's why she was taking everything so calmly. `` You do n't think it was really him, Luna ? '' she tentatively asked the girl.

Luna looked up again, impatient at the mental disorder, but Snape had caught her eye before she was able to hand over her scathing response. She immediately understood the silent monition that Snape was sending her. Forcing a more sorrowful demeanor, she gradually turned to Hermione.

`` Yes, I do. '' was her unsubdivided reply that crushed the midget Bob Hope that Hermione 's query had inspired into the others'hearts. `` But no amount of grieving would work him back to life. There 's only one thing that we could do - and that is to finally overcome the initiator of all this evilness matter ... Voldemort and his United States Army. ``

`` Luna is right. By tomorrow, Harry 's decease would be all over the wizard paper and we could soon anticipate Voldemort to make an volatile come back. We have to be prepared. DA would have to be reinstated to serve other students learn to defend themselves. '' said the minister.

`` Warnings have to be propagated to the wizarding community through the Quibbler. And I suggest that we drop the feigning. It is utterly unfair for Harry to let them guess he had turned evil at the finis moments of his life-time. '' said Neville.

McGonagall and Snape looked at each other hesitantly at Neville 's quarrel. It was not share of the program but could they blame the others for thinking that way ? They simply had to hold because doing otherwise would lay down everyone suspicious that something was amiss.

`` Yes, I suppose it is the decently affair to do. We 'll let you hire precaution of the Quibbler and the pupil'extra training. '' said professor Snape.

`` That would be a joy, prof. '' stated Lee, resolute in giving a very useful United States Department of Defense moral for the early students.

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

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

`` And of course we could reckon on Hagrid to inform the colossus about the current situation. '' said prof McGonagall.

Several Sir Thomas More proffer were given and their grief was soon replaced with a grim determination to suppress evil. Details had been polished to perfection and with each procession, their agitation deepened, hungry for blood of those who made their life history so miserable that they almost forgot to be. Finally, when they felt they had already extracted all the creative juice in their judgment, the meeting was adjourned and each left with renewed vigor.

Except for prof McGonagall, Professor Snape and Luna.

`` What 's the literal plan ? '' promptly asked Luna when they were the lone one left. `` And do n't even try to fool me with your words. I know something 's going on at Hogwarts. '' she added when she noticed the strange look that passed between the two professors.

`` What do you imply ? '' asked professor Snape to tell apart how much she really knew. He still had no intention to let out too much entropy unless he had discussed it with Harry.

`` Why is Harry parading around the Great Hall in an outlandish 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, girl 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 convey with you ? '' he asked without confirming their own knowledge.

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

`` You were able to see through the disguise ? '' asked Snape in amazement. He could not consider it because only a smattering of highly skilled wizards could correclty identify citizenry whose appearance was protected by enchantments - not even Voldemort himself could do that.

`` Yes. So could you please tell 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 slumber on their bedroom after a terribly exhausting and boring conversation with Blaise and his troops when they heard a soft smash on the door as if afraid of wakening anybody else up. They both looked over to where Blaise was curled up and snoring to his gist 's substance. convinced that he was not bothered by the stochasticity, they carefully opened the door to see who dared disturb them at this ungodly time of day of night.

It was Callah aka Ginny. She was anxiously rubbing a fake galleon on her bridge player as if her life depended on it.

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

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

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

`` What the snake pit is this thing ? '' Devon asked and Lander hastened to explain while Callah tapped her metrical unit impatiently.

`` What do you think it means ? '' pressed Callah with a concerned look on her side.

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

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They all turned to the doorway and saw the Head of the House approach them silently.

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

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The future day ...

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

`` Hah ! tone at those sniveling moron. I bet they heard the good news already. '' said Pansy with sodding delight on her boldness and tried to sit beside Devon but Callah was quicker.

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

`` Hiya, handsome. Want me to give you a Slytherin turn later ? '' she asked, fluttering her finespun lashes at him.

Lander cringed inwardly at the quite a little but maintained his assuredness. He could get information from her especially when there was no one else to warn her.

`` Sure, babe, anytime. '' he drawled in his unspoiled caricature of Draco.

poove flashed Callah a prideful look and returned to her food.

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

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

`` Oh, really ? I wonder what 's the big stack with that Potter kid. I mean he ca n't be more powerful than the night noble, is he ? '' asked Callah conversationally.

pouf frowned at her ingratiation. `` No one can ever hope to be more powerful than the dark God Almighty. That ceramist is just a pain in the neck to him, you know ... playing saviour all the time. '' she sneered.

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

`` Oh, that brat ? '' exclaimed Pansy as if she found the mere citation of the name extremely irritating to her sensitive ear drum. `` We have no tidings about him yet. net thing we knew he was being punished for his noncompliance but now he 's disappeared with that sleazy roue traitor. I do n't know 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 betrayer. '' declared Blaise arrogantly, giving the impression that the topic should be concluded immediately.

Devon and Callah nearly choked on their meal but went on without commenting. lander seriously considered the data they had just unearthed. Lucius was looking for genus Draco, Ginny and Wormtail. That meant Voldemort and his minions knew about their defection already and that only meant that they had to be spear carrier careful about their police detective work. Sooner or later, they would hear about the 'cool transferees'and they were not that stupid not to figure affair out. He just hoped that it would be later.

Suddenly, the table were bombarded with overexcited owl. Newspapers and lambskin were being dropped everywhere.

`` May I have the attention of everyone please. '' shouted prof McGonagall before the students could peruse the day 's paper. All oculus turned to her at once. `` I regret to announce that Harry Potter is no longer with us. He perished in the hands of Voldemort and he died saving our world. delight do not let the paper deceive you. Harry remained loyal to the light side until his death. '' She carefully looked around the tearful and shocked faces of the students ... there were even some from the Slytherin tabular array. `` Yes, it is Voldemort. In this light, may I inform you that aside from the trade protection that this castling offers, I have arranged for some very capable scholarly person to train you all to maintain yourselves in case all affair fail. It will not be graded but delight try to do your best. The final exam mental test will be during conflict against evil and failure could cost you your spirit. That is all. You may go to your classes now. ''

Chapter 12 - The encounter with the Mudblood and the Weasel


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

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

`` I 'm Hermione Granger, promontory girl. '' she held out her mitt politely but nobody took it. Unfazed by their offensive activity, she continued. `` I 'm wondering if you would care to fall in our refutation cabaret this twelvemonth. It 's called Dumbledore 's Army and we train our extremity to fight against the nighttime arts -- - ``

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

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

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

`` Fine ! As head young woman, it is my duty to invite everyone else for the training but I forgot you do n't involve to rail 'against'the dark arts. After all, you are all 'for'the darkness 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 tracks when he noticed the inimical company. `` What are you doing with -- - them ? '' he said incredulously.

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

`` Actually, she got tire of you and wanted a small-arm of our new protagonist here. '' said Blaise mockingly as he pointed at Lander.

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

`` Come on, Ron. Save your breath. We should not waste time with this crew of loser. '' said Hermione as she pulled Ron away before he lost control.

`` loser ? Maybe it 's you, mudblood. Now that your sub is dead, no one could carry through you now. Did you know he was begging for costly life history before the dark overlord killed him ? '' taunted Blaise. Hermione and Ron immediately went unbending with rage and had their wands out within endorsement. faggot and Blaise drew their wands 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 wand dangerously.

Blaise 's eyes glazed with inflammation. `` You want a duel ? come then. Let 's see how badly Potter had trained you. ''

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

`` ENGORGIO ! '' he countered and Pansy immediately started to fill out like an inflated balloon and slowly she rose into the air, shrieking in fright.

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

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

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

`` That 's a courteous one, Herm. Finite Incantatem ! '' said Ron while pointing his wand at the floating Pansy whose clothes were starting to rip at the sides. He too pried the sceptre away from his digit while whistling softly.

`` Ennervate '' said Hermione to Blaise reluctantly as if she just wanted him to ride out 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 up with us again or you 'll pay dearly. '' said Ron with the same one-half smile before the two of them left.

`` Oh, by the way, you can get your wands from the Headmistress. I 'm sure 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 avail us ? '' yelled Blaise at the others after the two had left.

`` We thought you could squash those grease as you said. '' said Lander in mock entertainment. Blaise did n't seem to value his pun and shot him a piercing glare. Devonshire nudged him slightly.

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

Blaise latent hostility eased up at once and returned his flash which promised another worthy coming upon with the Gryffindors later in which they would emerge victorious.

`` I 'd be waiting for that moment. Here, follow this course. It will lead you straight to the dungeon for our Potions deterrent example. We just have to retrieve our wands first. '' said Blaise. `` Damn those Gryffindors ! '' he muttered under his breath as he dragged the tearful Pansy to the office.

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`` Hey, Ron, did you see the curse 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 centre suddenly went wide with amazement. `` No, it 's impossible. ``

`` What 's inconceivable ? ``

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

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

`` It 's impossible, Herm. His body 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 sunup class. I think some of you know me by now but to those who do n't, let me precede myself. I am Professor Remus Lupin, your Defense Against the Dark fine art 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 lamentable ... that 's skillful. He is a werewolf. I do n't do it where this school is coming to. '' said Blaise in disgust.

Lander and Devonshire nodded in agreement but their electronegative feelings were channeled to a different level. lupin was an order member and his impregnable werewolf characteristic could distinguish them fast through their aroma alone. They both hoped that the additional protection that Snape had placed on them would knead to perfection.

`` I know that you are all very able at handling complicated spells. On your seventh year, you would be performing more advanced incantations. near of these would appear on your N.E.W.Ts at the end of the year so you better work harder. I understand that the Imperius condemnation was shown to you during your 4th but you were not really able to pattern it. So today, we would be learning how to use and counterbalance the Imperius Curse and for that, we need a demo. Any volunteers ? '' Professor lupin eyed the scholarly person expectantly.

Many students raised their hands, mostly DA members. Harry had already taught them how use and deflect that unforgivable curse although not everyone could throw off the spell as fast as he could. professor lupin was mindful of this so he felt confident enough to call up on any one of them.

`` Alright, miss Patil, delight come here. '' he instructed. `` The incantation is 'Imperio'and you need to concentrate to stop away from the spell. ''

`` Yes, professor. ``

`` Imperio ! ''

Parvati suddenly wore a glazed expression of somebody being hypnotized. The professor ordered her to sing and she performed a song identification number in front of the year but when she was ordered to jump-start outside the window, she broke off the tour and smiled proudly at everyone. The course gave her a generous hand clapping except the one from Slytherin who were all yawning as if the demo was boring enough to lull them into sleep.

The professor looked worried at their response. If they refused to be paying attention in class, then those who were not already serving the dark Creator could be easily manipulated.

`` Mr. -- - what 's your name again ? '' he called on one of the new scholarly person from the Slytherin House. Perhaps a demonstration on one of them could bring in 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 epithet. '' said the Professor, smiling slightly. lander wanted to return the smile but he donned a blank expression instead.

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

Once again, Lander felt the familiar floating sensation that made him feel igniter headed. Then he heard the program line. 'Sing for us !'

'No, not that please ... I do n't like singing .'he thought but he knew he should abide by. He opened his sass to babble when he realized he did not know any wizard birdcall 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 sing anything.

Then another command followed. 'Dance for us'

Lander inwardly groaned again and felt like hexing lupin to ready him block off those ludicrous control but fortunately the professor changed his judgement. 'No, not that one. Levitate your whole body .'

'Fine. At least that one is easily .'Lander thought as he started to rise slowly from the ground. He could listen the professor 's explanation as he levitated.

`` Now, see here, category. It would be almost inconceivable for anyone to levitate their bodies when they were conscious because most wizards believe that it was insufferable. But with this execration, you could make a mortal do almost anything because in this state, wizards knew no bounds. They only follow the statement. '' said the prof then he ordered him to go down and removed the charm off him.

`` Mr. Mooney pair up with Ms. granger 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 room had a partner.

Lander grimaced as he stared at his partner. Fortunately, Hermione mistook it for disgust and glared openly at him. Devonshire, on the other hand, was having the 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 things. Apparently, he took his threat seriously. It was a goodness thing that Blaise was busy with his own problem to observe their lack of rudeness to their partners.

The professor watched as the students performed the spells on each other but was mainly focused on the transferee who gave a demonstration a patch ago. There was something remotely familiar with the way he handled himself. He obeyed all his commands but his eyes did not have the same glaze smell and his response to his orders were not instantaneous. There was something definitely unusual with him.

`` That was excellent, social class. Two bun of parchment about the outcome of Imperius curse word and how to counter them to be submitted next Monday. You may go now. '' The pupil turned to leave. `` Mr. Antonio and Mr. Mooney, please check for a while. ``

lander and Devon reluctantly stayed.

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

`` Oh, no, not that. On the reverse, 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 deterrent example so that I could extend you extra help if necessity. ``

`` Thank you, Professor lupine, but I think we could manage. '' said Devonshire quickly.

`` Can you please narrate me what you have taken up at Durmstrang so that at least I would have an estimate ? '' inquired the Young prof kindly.

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

`` Legilimens ! '' said Lupin suddenly, almost catching him incognizant ... .but not quite. He was able-bodied to stop the retentiveness from reaching the airfoil on time.

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

Devon shot a nervous feeling at Lander who understood immediately. The prof was going to try to register his mind and Devon was not proficient at it yet. Very slightly, he flicked his finger's breadth to harbour him from the go. The professor looked strangely at both of them.

`` Very well. I see you wo n't have any trouble with my year at all. You may go now. '' said the Professor and they both immediately hurried outside to get some fresh air.

`` That was close ! '' said Devon, his breathing a little loose now.

`` Yeah, I know. We really have to be superfluous careful from now on. ``


Chapter 13 - Lavender 's foretelling


October 15, 1997

Several uneventful weeks had passed. Lander became more restless as the Clarence Shepard Day Jr. flew by. He missed Luna but they could not be seen together. They did not even have a class together so it was more unmanageable. He had to be contented with sending her an owl from time to time although he never received any from her due to the suspicious nature of the Slytherins. It was a wonder that their kinship still survived. He has heard that a well-favoured guy from her class was courting her but Luna, thankfully, brushed him off.

There was no news from Voldemort. No dark activities present. And no Thomas More close call option. Blaise and queer still did not trust them enough to reveal some useful entropy. Their menacing spirit were not enough. They had to know up to their reputation to get into the `` in '' crowd. Therefore, they need to be more hardihood. Desperate times call for desperate measures.

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

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

`` I 've just realized something. Blaise and poove refuse to enjoin us anything because we have n't proven ourselves yet. Now is the the right way clip. fall on ! '' said Lander.

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

`` Anyone ... we just pick a fight with anyone ... even near if we chance upon Hermione and Ron. We could fix it appear like were avenging their abasement a few workweek ago. '' he replied. `` Look, your lot are having a 'study grouping'confluence downstairs. If we leave at this time of night, Blaise would surely order mortal to follow us around. Your housemates are not a very intrust lot. ``

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

The two made sure to make a lot of disturbance as they went past the susurration group at the Slytherin common room.

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

'Bingo !'thought Lander. `` Oh, goose egg. Do n't heed us. We just want to get some impertinent air. ``

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

'Come on. Where are the the great unwashed in the neighborhood ?'Lander thought. They were getting tired from all the walking but still they had not met anybody luckless enough to cut across their path - even the caretaker.

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

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

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

`` Silencio Vox ! '' said lander and the Poltergeist lost his voice at once. He acted as if he was going to put another curse 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 headlong exit.

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

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

The two grinned at one another. 'Finally !'Nothing like hexing the Head Boy and Head fille to put them in the expert slope of the new Slytherin prince.

`` Yes, it 's us. You have any job with that, mudblood ? '' sneered lander to make things more realistic but Hermione did not even bristle at the nasty label. She had gotten used to it by now.

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

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

Hermione put her hands on her coxa 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 fuss. '' said Lander and raised his wand slightly. Devon followed suit.

`` We wo n't subside to your level. Twenty points from Slytherin for threatening the foreland Boy and young lady. '' said Macmillan and started to leave behind with Hermione.

`` Petrificus Totalus ! '' shouted Devon immediately and Macmillan became immobile 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 cooperator and turned to Devon and Lander. `` The war is not between Gryffindor and Slytherin but if you insist then we 'll gladly obligate. Stupefy ! '' she pointed her wand at Lander but it only hit the rampart behind him.

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

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

Devonshire glanced slightly at Lander as if asking license 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 hurting but Lander did something to minify the spell 's outcome so they both knew that the infliction was not that severe.

Lander realized that it was now sentence to end the 'fight'before it got out of hand. `` Infernus Galacticus ! '' he muttered softly and held the pocket-sized clod of blast carefully in his hand. `` Do you concede ? '' he voiced out the question in the most venomous tone that he could muster.

Hermione 's eyes fell upon the orb of blast then at Lander 's human face. She tensed for a bit as she stared at their antagonist. Her verbalism became suddenly unclear as she continued to stare. It was as if her mind was working overtime but not about their current quandary. Even Macmillan looked confused. Then without another intelligence, Hermione grabbed Macmillan 's arms and backed away from the two.

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

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

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

`` beat ! 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-bodied to handle them. '' gushed faggot at them.

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

`` And you used an unforgivable whammy ! Very telling ! I admit I had some doubts regarding your capabilities before but now I think you could be a worthy add-on to our club. '' said Blaise solemnly.

`` It was nothing, really. '' said Devon 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 away the clue and invite them into their niggling 'study group'.

`` You 're bored ? How come you did n't tell us ? Join us then. We 're having a party tonight. '' said fairy excitedly.

`` Where to ? ``

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

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

`` The Dark God Almighty '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 matter immediately and Hermione agreed. She walked briskly to the Gryffindor dormitory to meet with the other DA appendage there.

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

`` Phoenix Feather '' said Hermione impatiently as the Fat Lady took her time in opening the door.

`` My apologia, but soul was blocking the door so could you just give way it a button. '' said the Fat ma'am sweetly.

Hermione pushed the door and was surprised to see a number of Gryffindors staring in electrical shock at the figure lying on the floor.

`` What 's going on here ? '' yelled Hermione. Her nerves were already on the sharpness since their confrontation with the newcomers and this ken was not very welcoming at all.

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

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

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

`` The one with the force to beat the Dark Godhead had come…and the Dark Almighty will brand him as his equal, but he will have magnate the Dark master knows not ... and either must die at the deal of the other for neither can experience while the former survives ... A terrible electric storm would arrive at the meter when the last battle shall be fought ... 7 truehearted friend shall be with him ... but one will not survive ... The wickedness Maker would invoke the feel but the one would entrap their soul ... his servant shall be overcome ... he shall croak by his own steel ... and his cadaver shall repose at the snake in the grass 's chamber till the end of meter ... The one with the power to vanquish the Dark Lord had come ... ''

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

Many mind wheeled around to happen the ashen face of the Headmistress followed by their Professor lupin, their current family head.

`` Please consume 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, prof ? '' asked Ron curiously.

`` What did prof McGonagall mean ? ``

`` What lost vaticination ? ``

`` Who 's the one who could beat the wickedness overlord ? ``

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

`` Wait ! First affair first. '' he approached Lavender and requested some scholar to lend her to the hospital wing. Then he ushered the others to go back to their beds with the exclusion of Hermione, Ron and Neville.

`` Professor, do you remember Malcolm - the one who taught us the Fireball technique ? '' Hermione began her dateless queries.

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

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

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

`` Malcolm is a very talented auror. He created that spell himself and it took him years to finally overcome it. That 's why no death-eater could perform that technique. It was never taught to them and Malcolm denied any request to admit it in the books. He said he would happen on the cognition only to the worthy one. ``

`` You mean only the DA and Order members could execute that spell right now ? '' asked Ron in astonishment. It never occurred to him that they could cast a magic spell that not even the shadow God Almighty knew of.

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

This meter, the prof could not hold on to his curiousity any yearner. `` I will do that tonight but could you please tell me why you are asking me these matter ? '' he asked softly.

Hermione evaded his eyes and fiddled with her hands before she replied with a crucify reflexion. `` I need to know, prof, because if Malcolm confirms that he never taught anybody else, then I have undecomposed rationality to surmise that Harry is still awake. ``

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

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


Chapter 14 - The Werewolf and the Rat


Professor lupin, Ron and Neville looked stunned at her password but carefully considered what she just told them. After all, Hermione was not known for saying anything illogical and not thoroughly pondered upon especially about something as important as Harry 's say demise.

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

`` seed to intend of it. I have noticed something unusual with the boy too. The other one was not as unattackable but the one called Lander seemed very powerful. '' lupine nodded his read/write head thoughtfully as he tried to recall his past DADA Roger Huntington Sessions with them.

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

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

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

`` This happened hebdomad ago and neither of you told me ? ! ? '' said the Professor incredulously. `` You know that using the Unforgivable is a very sober thing, do n't you ? ``

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

`` All right, we 'll mouth abot this some other time. stay here for now. I need to touch Malcolm tonight to acquit this matter up before we say anything to the others. I do n't want to give fake promise to certain soul. '' The prof said sternly then he added as an after thought. `` And yes, xx points from Gryffindor for neglecting to inform me about that especial incident. As Head little girl and prefect, it is your responsibility to describe any untoward incident to the Headmistress and any professor. ``

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

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Contrary to what he had told the bookman, Professor lupine headed straight to the one property he knew he could get hold some answers -- Snape 's donjon. He knew something was up. He could sense it, thanks to his werefolf instinct. He just could n't invest it. Minerva was knowledgeable but in cases like this, he had to allow Snape had more expertise. Besides, those transfer were all placed in his menage. It was secure to take over that he knew their backqrounds.

He knocked cautiously on the blasted room access. He could cause easily walked in but he wanted to unfold usual courtesy to his fellow professor. He knocked again and pressed his ear against the door to hear for any signboard of life.

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

Puzzled, and without a tending to what Snape would think, he walked in soundlessly to investigate. That tiny squeak was unmistakeably a rat 's and he would stake his reputation that that was not just an ordinary rat.

`` Lumos '' he uttered and there, in the middle of Snape 's federal agency, he found a scared-looking rat who was too terrified to move. His gaze quickly flickered to its mitt and immediately noticed that one was made of shining ash gray metal.

Without wasting time, he shot him the enchantment to hale him to show his human form and quickly followed it up with a body-bind charm.

`` What are you doing here, Wormtail ? '' he asked the slender man venomously, choosing to address him by the name appointment for a double-dealer like him.

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

`` It 's kind of too deep for that now, do n't you think ? '' said Lupin, his wand still pointed at the sniveling figure. He would never hit the Sami misunderstanding 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 excuse of a man speak of Harry 's name when he was the one who caused his agony ? `` Harry is dead. Are you happy now ? ``

The slim down man whimpered in fright but not once did he avert his eyes from his previous protagonist 's murderous stare. `` H-Harry is active, 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 IV died, Canicula wasted twelve years of his life in Azkaban and Voldemort came back to sprightliness. I do n't cogitate I can ever forget that much less forgive. '' He paused for a while to present himself time to recover from those nasty remembering. `` Do you recognise why I have n't killed you yet ? ``

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

`` I do n't want to pour down you yet because I want to clear Sirius 's name even after his death. I do n't want hoi polloi to remember Sirius as a murdering treasonist who betrayed his bestfriends. I want people to regard him as the great somebody he was -- - unlike you. ''

Wormtail flinched inwardly at his rough speech but he could n't say anything in his defence reaction. What Lupin said was reliable - he was a dispatch betrayer who betrayed his best friends, even endangered their son 's life various times. He did n't merit to experience but here he was, still existing while his full acquaintance had fallen. Harry Potter had saved him before but maybe he should n't deliver.

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

lupin looked at him in surprisal. 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 room access 's dungeon flew open air and revealed two teenage son and a girl who were slightly panting for breathing place as they rushed inside the dimly lit office.

`` prof, we have something to severalize -- - '' 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 here for you, Lupin. Where 's Professor Snape ? ``

The professor scrutinized the new arrivals carefully until something clicked on his judgement. `` Harry, you can cut the pretense now. I know. '' he stated and watched their reactions closely. It was a gamble but he was willing to take the risk.

Devonshire and Callah stared wide-eyed at him as if he had suddenly sprouted another fountainhead on his shoulder joint. The professor watched with a compounding of suspense and entertainment as the two silently debated between themselves on what to say or do next. But zero could have prepared him from Lander 's reaction. The boy casually waved his right helping hand and unceremoniously photograph colorful sparks at him. The shock made him flounder backwards and he became instantly horrified at the idea that he had miscalculated in his tax write-off. He raised his wand to unarm the boy but then he realized that the boy did not have his baton out. 'How could this be ?'he thought. Now that the initial shock had worn off, he also took bank bill 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 coarse occurrence in that room. He glared at the scholarly person and summoned his most authoritative voice.

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

`` Sorry, Professor. That 's just to pretend sure that you 're really who we think you are. One can never be too careful these mean solar day if you know what I mean. '' replied Lander as he gave him a warm grinning. `` I knew it would not take you long to image that out. '' he added.

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

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

`` Yeah. '' Lander agreed. `` And you can release the body-bind hex on Wormtail. He 's on our slope 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 facilitate us. '' explained Lander.

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

`` Well, 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 surprised prof in amazement.

`` Yeah - both he and McGonagall knew. In fact, he helped us concoct this particularly tricky scheme. '' said Ginny, grinning in entertainment at the reminiscence of the usually feared Potions Professor partaking in this charade.

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

`` Oh, I forgot ! Professor, Wormtail, I think you dear 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, eager to conjoin the conversation now that he was sure-footed that he was safe from lupine 's wrath.

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

`` THE doomed PROPHECY ! '' exclaimed Harry, Dragon, Ginny and Wormtail at once that made lupin very queer ... .very curious indeed as he allowed himself to run with the four extremely agitated individuals. Why was the the head trip to the Headmistress'office taking so long ?


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`` The one with the power to crush the darkness Lord had come…and the Dark Lord will mark him as his equalize, but he will own power the Dark Lord knows not ... and either must die at the deal of the early for neither can live while the other survives ... A terrible thunderstorm would come at the prison term when the final battle shall be fought ... Seven patriotic allies shall be with him ... but one will not make it ... The iniquity Maker would invoke the strong drink but the one would ensnare their psyche ... his servants shall be overcome ... he shall die by his own brand ... and his remains shall repose at the snake 's chamber till the end of metre ... The one with the great power to shell the dark Lord had come ... ''

The headmistress silently waited as the new arrival read the copy of the prophesy she had conjured as soon as they had arrived. Though she had always been doubting about the Divination teacher, she had some fear when it came to honest prognostication. From what she had witnessed, she could safely assume that Lavender did not just come up with an elaborate theory.

`` How the hell can we screw when a 'terrible storm'will make out up ? And who are the 'seven allies'? poor fish prophesy, ca n't it be more specific ? '' commented genus Draco moodily as he finished reading the prediction.

`` Watch your language, Mr. Malfoy. '' said McGonagall sternly.

`` To be honest, I 'm more have-to doe with about the 'invoking the spirits'part ... It sounds scary. '' stated Ginny in deep thought.

Harry was unusually silent as the others discussed the possibility. He was more have-to doe with about the identity of the individual who shall not hold out the engagement. Seven ally shall be with him ... therefore, they were people who were very close to him. Threfore, another close friend of his would be sacrificed again and be added to the mounting figure of casualties of war. Just another damn figure ... He sincerely hoped he could keep it from happening but what if he could not ?

`` What do you opine, Harry ? ''

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

`` We 're discussing a very significant matter here, ceramicist. '' reminded Snape. `` We want to make out your opinion about what you 've heard at Mr. Zabini 's 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 surefooted for comforter. Voldemort is going to launch a nasty flak on the necromancer 's celebration of his supposed licking -- making a mockery of the Ministry and of the Order and DA as well. ``

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

`` It 's in two calendar week meter. Do we have sufficiency meter to prepare 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 come either. It just have to correct its schedule. I want Voldemort and his United States Army to be dead 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 concealment. Tired of wearing Slytherin robe and not be capable to roleplay Quidditch. And to the highest degree of all, he missed Luna and his topper friends.

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Harry, Ginny, Draco and Wormtail were now at the Room of Requiments. While the guild members were holding a meeting, Harry had decided to call a conference of his own. It was time for the DA members to know the Truth. It would be essential for them to know that he was still animated to feed them Hope and the forcefulness to fight in the approaching fight. He did not have the prison term nor patience to pick out who the 'seven allies'were. But surely they would come from the DA or Order members only. They were the only I loyal to him at the present moment considering that the rest of the wizarding Earth were still confused about what 's happening.

As he gripped his fake galleon tightly, he noticed the tension in his three familiar'faces.

`` Are you sure they would come ? They might recall it 's a whoremaster. '' said Ginny apprehensively.

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

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



Chapter 15 - one of opposite word


`` We 'll see ... '' repeated Harry and a strange grinning formed on his rim. He waved his helping hand ever slightly to his three companions who were currently too officious scaring themselves to find what he was doing. Then he laid his fatigue back on the cushions and waited patiently.

He did not possess to wait long. A whispering of movements was soon heard from behind the room access then it opened so slowly that any unreflective person would fault it on a non-existent wind instrument. He could only seduce out the outline of two material body though, both with their wands out and walking on their toes as if afraid to nominate the tiniest bit of auditory sensation. Chuckling softly to himself, he beckoned the two to disillusion themselves.

`` My, my ! I did n't bonk 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 scepter pointed at Harry.

`` We need to be sure he 's really Harry. This could be another ambuscade. '' he said resolutely. Hermione nodded her psyche 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 little madcap. But he could n't blame him for that since he was still sporting his punk disguise 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 baton was not pointed at Harry anymore.

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

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

`` match ! ! ! ! Am so beaming to see -- -- Where 's Ginny ? '' Ron also gave him a brotherly embrace but did not waste prison term questioning him.

Harry 's gaze darted to the three perplexed figures 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 face in an instant. `` Where 's Luna ? ``

`` Here. '' a dreamy voice replied, her dirty blond, waist-length and straggly haircloth swaying softly as she strolled over to Harry 's English. Harry smiled at the girl and held her bridge player tightly.

`` You did n't seem surprised. '' commented Hermione at the look of pure peace of mind on the girl 's face.

`` Why would I be ? '' replied the younger 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 goodness on Draco, though. His nerve is too sick. ''

Both Hermione and Ron rolled their eyes at that but Harry could only obscure his amusement as he noticed the looking of utter outrage on Draco 's face.

Neville soon followed Luna 's arrival. He had his wand out and Harry was impressed at the way he handled himself upon seeing him. Gone was the eternally nervous boy who could n't even manage to creak during a delicate place. The boy who stood before him had the mark of a person who had entered a struggle and won and would win again if the indigence arises.

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

Harry looked at Hermione teasingly first before he replied. `` Unfortunately, yes. I wondered how yearn it would take for mortal to ask me that. '' Hermione blushed at the indirect source to her failure to address the problem at deal but did not commentary. Luna, on the other manus, looked nonplussed.

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

Neville was later followed by the Weasley twins who came in as threaten death-eaters but could n't stop themselves from hooting loudly when they saw Harry in Lander 's turnout. 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 necromancer die, they became reincarnated like that. '' said George V, feigning a spirit of astonishment and purity while hanging on to his own flame-colored curl for love life.

`` Remind me not to die, my beloved twin. That outrageous whisker ! Better be dead than be mistaken for the Mustela nigripes boy. '' agreed Fred, who was making a unspoilt show of staring at Harry 's hair and squinting his optic in disgust. `` It would constitute a great prank, though. ``

At the recess of his eyes, Harry noticed Ginny was almost rolling to the story with laughter while Draco was on the wand of strangling the Weasley Gemini. He decided that maybe now was not a good meter for the Gemini the Twins to display their rather twisted sense of humor.

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

Within a few minute, the eternal sleep of the DA members arrived with the exception of Lavander who was still at the hospital annex. Some also disillusioned themselves. Some decided to be clever and threw dung bombs inside before they entered much to the aggravator of the others who were already there. While some were too regardless to go in without any mean of protecting themselves in sheath it was a trap. Perhaps it was a ripe thing that the Weasley Twin Falls were too distracted to believe of pranking those regardless individuals by wearing their death-eater garb once more or they would receive been scared senseless.

Harry motioned all of them to add up closer. He cleared his pharynx and before anyone could originate asking smart dubiousness, he began his speech. `` Please listen carefully. All of you. I 'm not going to repeat what I have to say. I know that Luna had shown to some of you my latest encounter with Voldemort. Yes, he 's still alive. That bastard was too power-hungry to die that easily. The person you all saw drop dead last class was actually Bellatrix Lestrange. '' He paused for a while and took a recondite breathing space. What he was about to say side by side might be too nerve-wracking for everyone present tense. Hell, to be true, it even scared him ... a little.

`` The iniquity git has somehow gotten stronger and is currently under the delusion that he is indestructible just because he thinks I 'm dead. How primitive ! By the way, we found out that he is planning to announce his mien to the solid wizarding world by creating havoc during the celebration of his hypothesize defeat. We 're not sure about the details yet but the general melodic theme was that he and his thugs would start their terroristic enactment a calendar week before the fiesta to build the tensity, then it would culminate on the part of the celebration where Voldemort 's frustration would be reenacted. The blundering dark lord himself plans to make an volatile appearing on the stage, throw a few cruciatus and aveda kedavras on the ministry officials and laud himself as the new minister. '' He paused again to glance at his listener 's reactions.

`` NOOOOOOOO ! ! ! ! ! '' exclaimed the Weasleys, clearly horrified at hearing a mere fraction of Voldemort 's plans. The others were not doing any easily as they digested the entropy 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 lots picture to death-threats and undeniably iniquity iniquity God Almighty had its good breaker point too. It made one immune from shockingly terrestrial emotions such as terror and panic.

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

Harry smiled at that. `` Good question. Once again, you 're showing the marking of a true warrior. '' Then, with a slight worried look at Ginny, Draco and Wormtail, he continued. `` If you can recall correctly, the sorting hat was very instant about one thing - 1 of all the home. Sad to say, that 's one of the things that we had 'forgotten'to do due to our personal biases and unfriendly feelings towards sealed people from a nameless house ... ''

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

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

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

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

No one said a Word of God.

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

`` I beg your pardon ? '' Parvati ventured to break the very uncomfortable silence.

`` Draco ? You call that whoreson who corrupted our sister, Draco ? '' sputtered Ron furiously. `` Since when did he get your bestfriend ? ``

The Twin Falls just looked at Harry with an abyssal expression.

`` You 're crazy to even think that idea. '' said Hermione, her eyes blazing with ira and disappointment.

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

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

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

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

`` The LE diabolical Slytherins do n't know enough about the Dark arts to aid our cause. '' Harry casually replied and braced himself for more red reactions.

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

Amazingly, Neville who had been tacit throughout the substitution, answered the interrogative sentence for Harry. `` Yes, it is. ``

More muteness followed. The DA 's irresolution was formidable and Harry struggled to end it before it became uncontrollable.

`` Please intrust me on this. Draco and Wormtail have changed and they 're uncoerced to help us. They would share with us utile data on how the Death-eaters think and conflict. '' Harry could see that some were still unconvinced. Luna, sensing his irritability insurrection, quickly took over.

`` Please be reminded that this war is not about footling house rivalry. We have already lost respective undecomposed necromancer to the dark slope because of that. Anyone who decides to help us should be regarded as a booster and not as an enemy. '' said Luna, her dreamy saying was replaced with a steely determination 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 incorrectly enquiry. '' replied Harry impatiently. `` You should bear been asking me about the Lavender 's foretelling and how it could assist us defeat Voldemort for the terminal time. ``

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

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

The others were still reluctant but nodded solemnly.

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

Wormtail, stunned at being accepted, fainted on the spot. genus Draco stared directly at Ginny 's brother and mouthed a silent apology and murmured a voiced 'Thanks'to everyone while trying to maintain a semblance of gravitas to the Malfoy name. 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 wicked storm that will label the final battle, then Voldemort would invoke the spirits. Maybe Hermione could manoeuvre the research for that one. I think I 'm supposed to trap their souls but as of now, I have absolutely no mind on how it could be done. I want us to be prepared just in type he raises his army from the dead. '' said Harry, public speaking in a ho-hum fashion to permit the others to absorb everything.

`` heighten his United States Army from the stagnant ? '' asked a trepid Colin.

Harry grimly nodded his head.

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

`` I do n't know and I do n't handle. Let the storm adjust to our agenda. '' replied Harry somewhat irritably. He was tired of that 'terrible storm'thing. Dragon grinned at his response.

`` So what 's the relaxation of the plan ? '' asked Lee.

Harry resumed his solemn expression. `` The DA has to be divided. Some would continue to assist the professors protect the palace against an attack while some would hail with me, Ginny, Draco and Wormtail to get up for Voldemort 's takeover. Who would be brave enough to come with me ? ``

`` I 'm with you, mate. '' said Ron at once. `` I 'd better be there to ensure that a certain somebody would not be capable to hex you when your vertebral column is turned. ``

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

Harry groaned inwardly but refused to acknowledge the mildly incompatible exchange. `` Who else ? ''

Several hand shoot up immediately but Harry only chose Luna, Hermione and Neville, the unspoilt fighters in the group. If they were going to stop Voldemort 's plan for the feast, the low-cal face needed the finest fighter for that.

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

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

`` To Snape star sign of course ! '' replied Harry and allowed himself a yucky smile at seeing their flabbergasted faces.




Chapter 16 - At the Snape sign


As their fundament touched the whole ground, the group immediately recoiled at the repugnant sight of what Snape claimed to be his nursing home. Anyone unfortunate enough to embark would instantly recognize it as a nighttime Wizard 's seaport. No doubt about that. There were no coloured portraits to adorn the medium-sized living way, only strange-looking things hovering above them. All the piece of furniture were covered with repulsive snake cutis and there were no comfortable chairman to sit on.

They had to settle on the common cold, marble storey for that. The walls and cap were all black and their just source of Light Within was the dimly lit fireplace. The horrid statues guarding the spiral stairway looked fix to go through any soul foolish enough to stray in its route. It would throw been less fearsome if there were at least some welcoming motion from their horde but, unfortunately, the unsmiling face of their host only heightened the already creepy standard pressure of the place.

`` You call this a house ? '' said the nauseate Draco finally who expected the piazza to be somewhat similar to a habitue sorcerer house -- not as grandiose as Malfoy manor house but habitable at least.

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

`` I think this topographic point is very interesting -- `` commented Harry much to the astonishment of everyone present and he could swear he chanced upon a faint touch of a smile on their host 's face. He also heard some nasty ingratiation regarding his province of mind but he just shrugged it off. That was a pattern response to his comment anyway.

`` For the welfare of those who can not withstand a bit of uncomfortableness, let me assure you that the elbow room upstairs are quite satisfactory and staring with all the necessary amenities. '' said Snape in a tonicity that suggested that he consider those kind of people very weak in character.

`` This definitely makes Sothis'house warm and well-disposed in equivalence. '' whispered Ron to anyone who would care to listen.

`` And this is the preparation room. '' said Snape as he led them to a mysterious opening that revealed an even more daunting elbow room filled with several equipments that made even Wormtail tremble with fright.

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

`` Weasley, if you do n't keep open your rima oris shut, you will regain that these prick could do defective than torture your already battered mastermind. '' Snape glared at Ron who promptly shut his oral fissure to debar risking his wrath.

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

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

Neville eyed the dirty old hat anxiously but to everyone 's surprise, 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 head, expecting the worst.

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

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

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

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

Suddenly, the hat slid down to fully cover Neville 's human face then it constricted the neck contribution in such a way that would make the wearer fall back oxygen within a short span of time.

Most of the viewer panicked and hastily tried to transfer the villainous hat but to no avail.

Snape stopped them with an intensely cold glare. `` You better watch this carefully. '' he informed them. Then he barraged Neville with a series of annoying head that if answered truthfully, the hat would undo a fiddling to give him clip to emit but if answered dishonestly, it would reduce some more until a syncope choking phone could be heard from inside it. Finally, Snape seemed to be satisfied and removed the hat with a magic spell that not one of the student recognized.

Wormtail immediately ran to the boy whose facial expression was already turning purple from lack of air. He quickly performed some spells on him and ordered him to rest for a while.

`` This is definitely a torture chamber. '' said Ron in a still tone.

Hermione and Ginny were still too appall to comment. Even Draco, who had lived in a night thaumaturge'firm all his sprightliness, seemed unnerved by what he saw. Only Harry and Luna seemed to convey the incident in stride.

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

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

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

Snape smirked at her. `` Granger, for someone who 's supposed to be the impudent scholarly person at Hogwarts, you 're displaying a disgustingly low ability to grasp some subject. That 's what you 're here for - to find out and understand the night graphics - and I 've just given you a presentation. '' He paused to retrieve the unsavory article that fell on the ground. `` This is a 'Constrictor'. As what you just witnessed, it will push the wearer to give away any data asked of him and if the person 's too stubborn to comply, the hat would reduce itself until the mortal can no longer breathe. Only someone skilled with the shadow Arts could off it from the wearer 's capitulum. ``

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

`` Yes, Mr. Longbottom, but unlike the Veritaserum which takes a broad month to prepare and does n't physically harm the drinker, the 'Constrictor'is more accessible and in effect due to the excruciating painful sensation it induces. '' Snape then regarded Neville with a little respect. `` I must intromit that I 'm affect with how long you were able to endure painfulness. Others usually scare and die from asphyxiation within a minute or two. ``

Others looked at Neville with increased respect. He was at it for to a greater extent than XV minutes.

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

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

No one commented.

And so the rigorous breeding began ...

The daily natural action would usually start with a few minutes under the Cruciatus Curse -- Snape 's and Wormtail 's delightful way of waking them up -- then they had to try to remain under the 'Constrictor'as long as medically potential. This was immediately followed by drinking a few drib of Veritaserum -- Snape said that if they gradually consumed a tumid amount of that potion, they would be immune to its effects. Of course, an Occlumency lesson was also included in their daily Cupid's disease of 'mind-strengthening employment'. Then, after being severely battered and abused, that 's the only time that they will be allowed to chew on a stale piece of sheer bread and a looking glass of water.

`` That will develop you to subsist if worse comes to worst. Do you think the iniquity Lord is in the habit of feeding his captive ? '' tiff Snape impatiently when Ron foolishly tried to complain about the short food supply.

After the distasteful meal, if one could call it a meal, Snape and Wormtail would assume bend placing them under the Imperius torment until they could throw off it off instantaneously. Then, the oh-so-merciful trainors would grant them the sumptuosity of an hour or two of rest which was not very relaxing at all since they had to read voluminous chapters about the 'Characteristics and military action of a iniquity Wizard'.

The 'rest'would soon be followed by another disgusting meal. Then at exactly eight o'clock, Mad-Eye Helen Wills would come to torture ... err..train them some more about the Strategies and manoeuvre 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 like about anything but slumber which was limited to five hours only until they would be awakened again by the Cruciatus Curse.

And that was how they spent the wholly week.

On the eighth day, they were pleasantly surprised to hear that Wormtail and Snape had to refund to Hogwarts for a short meeting. They were even more enthrall to hear that they had the time off and they could do whatever they want as long as they stay within the mansion and never enter the 'Training room'. To top it all off, Snape had conjured some comfortable chairs so that they could eat properly on the dining board. They were provided with a very scrumptious meal that seemed strange somehow after being used to having nothing but stale bread and water.

`` I wonder what 's going on. '' said Ron as he helped himself to a healthy service of the dishes lavishly laid on the table.

Hermione eyed the food warily before she replied. `` Maybe they poisoned the food ... or maybe they were just testing us if we could control our hunger in social movement of this feast. Remember what we read about how the saturnine minds work ? ``

Ron and Draco choked on their nutrient when they heard Hermione 's statement. Neville spat whatever morsel was left in his backtalk and Ginny promptly stopped eating. Unsure of what to do, they just stared forlornly at the wonderful spread in figurehead of them, wishing they were back at Hogwarts where they could eat to their heart 's contents without reverence of any underhanded maneuvers.

`` Hey, what 's wrong ? '' asked Harry after seeing their expressions.

He and Luna had decided to pass the forenoon together to research the menage, 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 satiate their plates.

Still no one said anything.

`` Why are n't you eating ? Is there a trouble ? '' asked Luna when she noticed that the others were not even touching their food.

`` Umm ... We have some reservations about this repast. We 're thinking that maybe it 's poisoned or something. '' replied Hermione weakly. The others murmured their own intuition about the theme 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 Professor Snape William Tell you ? '' said Luna.

`` Tell what ? '' asked Ginny.

`` That they are going to give us a virtual trial run 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 TELL US ? '' ranted Ron as he shoved as often food as potential down his throat.

`` well, you asked ... '' said Harry, confused by Ron 's reaction.

`` Hmp ! I did n't want to know. '' said Ron.

`` Why not ? '' asked Neville curiously.

`` crusade now I wo n't be capable to love the good afternoon at all. I would be too occupy worrying about that fearsome 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 afternoon passed too quickly for the group 's liking. As expected, no one was able to make relaxed upon learning what they were about to do that night. right field after lunch, the group practiced what they learned and tried to call in all the particular that Snape had imparted to them.

By Nox fourth dimension, the stress was already at its high gunpoint. Every picayune thing seemed to get on their spunk. Only Harry and Luna were oblivious to everything around them. They were so engrossed on their own little public while the others were almost tearing each other 's throats.

`` WHERE THE blaze ARE THEY ? '' yelled an angry Ron.

`` HOW THE hellhole SHOULD WE KNOW ? WE 'RE ALL HERE ! '' yelled an also miffed Draco. The suspense was too much for him too.

`` IF YOU TWO DO N'T STOP, I 'M GOING TO CURSE YOU ! '' screamed Hermione at the top of her lungs while Neville vainly tried to pacify her.

`` PETRIFICUS TOTALUS ! '' shouted Ginny and Dragon and Ron immediately froze on the spot.

`` Hey, that 's uncalled for ! '' said a red-faced Neville as he removed the cuss on Dragon and Ron.

Ginny glared at him. `` FINE ! '' She was about to run to her room when something caught her attention.

POP !

POP !

POP !

Three cloaked number appeared on the other side of the way.

Ginny was frozen on the maculation. 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 struggle. Soon, the place was sizzling with colored Muriel Spark and electrifying curses. Jets of light were grazing each of their skin, wounding them but they just ignored it.

`` CRUCIO ! '' shouted one cloak figure and hit Neville but he was already used to the pain. He managed to free himself by quickly sending a strong stunning spell to the figure.

Ron and Hermione produced a very powerful shield charm to deflect 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, someone summoned several 'Constrictors'and charmed it to capture all the student but the hats never even lasted a moment on their heads. And the scholar had enough sense to continue firing trance while struggling to founder absolve from the 'Constrictors'.

The battle became even Sir Thomas More intense as more Unforgivables were hurled unrelentingly by the opposition. The grouping, sensing that they were dangerously outnumbered, disillusioned themselves to even the betting odds. But they were disgruntled when they noticed that the opposition could still sense their presence and were even capable to remove the charm.

`` Luna, Ginny, Hermione, immix your strengths to bind the enemies when I give you the signal. '' yelled Harry while wandlessly sending three dark-cloaked figures flying to the wall, knocking them unconscious mind. To his other incline, Neville, Ron and Draco were also ferociously attacking the foe. They managed to invalid five Sir Thomas More unwanted visitor.

Behind their back, a figure of death-eaters were preparing to discombobulate a herculean spell at the male child but Luna quickly saw it and launched a spell of her own. Harry followed it up by a disarming and stunning patch then he levitated all the enemy to one English of the room.

At Harry 's signal, the female child simultaneously conjured a magical rope to bind the fallen trespasser to preclude them from escaping.

Soon, several trespasser disapparated, leaving only the unconscious ones behind. The grass started to clear out, giving the group a clear vision of their surroundings. The tabular array was smashed and the staircase was broken. There were trickles of lineage on the storey and some article of furniture were reduced to ashes. Snape 's menage was a mess ! But they had managed to get fifteen enemies, not bad.

Harry looked at his acquaintance and noticed some minor George Burns and unsightly wounds but otherwise, they were all right wing.

`` Why did n't Snape and the others come ? Do you call back we 've been setup ? '' asked Hermione.

`` I do n't cognize. '' replied Harry simply then tensed again as he heard several consecutive sounds of people apparating.

Everyone immediately pointed their sceptre to the direction of the audio expecting another encounter.

`` Falco columbarius ! What happened here ? '' yelled a companion voice.

It was Chester A. Arthur Weasley, minister of religion of Magic, and he was accompanied by Professor McGonagall and Madam Pomfrey.

`` DAD ! '' Ron and Ginny ran to hug their Fatherhood at once.

`` Poppy ! Quick ! '' said the Headmistress and Madam Pomfrey quickly tended to the bound figures.

`` We 've been attacked by death-eaters, Professors. I think Snape set us up. '' said Hermione.

The Headmistress suddenly looked confused for a moment then her eye lit up in reason. `` Oh, I assume you passed your trial ? ``

`` Test ? What mental test ? Did n't you pick up, professor, we 've been attacked ! '' exclaimed Ron who was finding it hard to cover why the school nurse chose to pay heed to the hurt of the enemies first.

`` No, you were not attacked. Let me demo you. '' said the Headmistress and she used her wand to reveal the faces of the intruders.

The group was stunned. They were all Order member !

`` I think professor Snape and I had a flimsy mistake. When he told me that you shall be tested tonight, I assumed that it would be quite alike to an ordinary bicycle practical trial. I never thought that he had a different theme in mind. But I admit his plan was ingenious. You were caught unaware yet you were able to manage the berth to your advantage. '' explained the Headmistress. `` And without any Major injuries, I see. You did well. ''

Arthur Weasley chuckled softly. `` I think our members need to train too. Imagine seven Kid beating them ! ``

`` So, Professors, are we going back to Hogwarts tomorrow ? '' asked Harry who was the maiden to recover from the shock.

`` Certainly. Especially now that several ordering members have to spend some time at the hospital wing. '' replied the Headmistress. Then she addressed the whole group in a low articulation. `` Kindly try to instruct them a affair or two, will you ? I never imagined them to fall back this terribly. It 's really demeaning ! ``

`` Of course, Professor. It will be a pleasure ! '' replied the mathematical group with leery grins pasted on their faces.

`` Hah ! May I have the delight of WAKING Snape up ? '' said Ron, his eyes twinkling with anticipation.

`` I would be delighted to prepare their meal. '' commented Hermione with a devious grin.

The minister of religion and Headmistress were puzzled but the relaxation of the chemical group just roared with laughter.

Chapter 17 - danger at Slytherin mansion


`` I hope you 're not seriously contemplating on putting 'that'plan into military action. '' said Harry nonchalantly as he watched his bestfriend stealthily approaching the still benumbed Potions superior with wand poised in mid-air, fix to ignite him up from his rich slumber through a well-placed cruciatus curse.

Ron groaned and quickly lowered his sceptre. `` And why not ? He used to do it to us during our training. '' He mumbled though without much conviction.

`` wellspring, might I remind you that Snape had a plausible apology for doing so and you, considering that he 's still lying unconscious mind and at the mercifulness of a unrelenting mediwizard, are not in the stead to do so. '' replied Harry lazily as if he was explaining a thoroughly simple moral to a naughty child. `` Besides, performing an inexcusable is a sure enough 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 things later after we finish Voldemort off. ``

`` Do n't be so goddam confident. '' said a weak and muffled voice.

The two immediately turned to where the audio came from and were not so surprise to see the Potions Master struggling to get up from the infirmary bed despite Madam Pomfrey 's strict instruction that he was not supposed to do so.

Harry 's eyes darkened slightly. `` Please, do n't be so anathemise pessimistic. ''

Severus Snape stared hard at the two boys before glaring at Harry. `` I 'm just being naturalistic. ``

`` 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 cautiously style. `` I do. I just do n't desire you to establish a deadly error of underestimating the opposition. ``

Harry visibly relaxed and unclenched his fist. `` mulct. I wo n't ''

The prof nodded in agreement and closed his eyes as if he just woke up to give his opinion on that particular issue and now that he was finished, he wished for nil but to return to his peaceful respite.

Harry and Ron reluctantly continued keeping ticker on the hospitalize Order members while struggling to finish all homework that they have missed while they were away. Ron kept grumbling about the unfairness of the office but wisely stayed away from finespun topics like demise and destruction. It was bad enough that it was the flavor of the month of the school 's gossip network without discussing it during their relaxation behavior time. In fact, he would rather keep off it if possible.

Madam Pomfrey eyed the two son impatiently as they went on with their sempiternal chatter of Quidditch, stern professors and unfair study warhead but she struggled to keep a calm window dressing as she went on with her work. Normally, she would never let them stay but the compound alert level forced her to go their presence in the hospital wing. She had to admit that she needed helper to plug the safety device of her patients if ever the penury arises.

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Devonshire and Callah coolly made their way to the Slytherin keep hoping that nobody was around when they arrive. They just got back from their training and they were currently not in the humour to be pestered by nosy housemates. Unfortunately for them, the most meddlesome one were still at the common way and immediately looked at their direction as they entered the place. They eyed the neophyte suspiciously and their position clearly implied that they needed a very convert explanation.

`` Where were you ? '' demanded Blaise, his wand held at the side, quick to move if their answer proved unsatisfactory.

`` Did n't Snape state you ? He made us do some horrible project to make up for our incompetence in his class. '' replied Devonshire coolly, immediately reaching for his baton. He did not like Blaise 's self-important tint and he knew the git was just itching to install force over them.

`` With the Gryffindors ? '' asked Blaise in a malevolent tone.

`` Definitely not. What a crazy musical theme ! Snape would never subject to such utter abjection. '' stated Devon evenly.

`` That 's what he told us. We knew better. '' smirked Pansy as she too eyed Devon and Callah disdainfully. `` Who are you ? '' She asked with such decisiveness that the two became disquieted at once but tried hard not to testify it.

`` Are you insinuating something, Parkinson ? '' queried Callah with the same derisive tone of voice to enshroud her nervousness.

`` Our connector checked all Wizarding Schools all over the creation and not one confirmed your register in their schooling. So I 'm asking you one last time -- Who the pit are you ? '' Blaise 's wand was now pointed at them. The others quickly followed. It seemed that they were not in the mood to play biz tonight.

'Damn ! Where 's Harry when you need him ?'thought Dragon while staring at the forbidding expressions of his housemates. Four against two was not a bad odd for them but this was quite untimely. They could not afford to blow their cover version so near to the final confrontation. It would destroy their plan !

`` Maybe they made a misunderstanding, big deal. It happens, you know. '' replied Callah in a weak attempt to salve the situation.

`` Yeah. '' Devon readily agreed. `` And if you do n't possess any early relevant things to ask us, we 're going to sleep now. ``

`` Oh, no, you do n't. Petrificus Totalus ! '' shouted Blaise. Devon and Callah quickly rolled out of the way and formed a buckler to protect themselves.

fagot, 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 campaign too novice for his taste.

`` No, only for traitors. '' said Blaise and sent another powerful nemesis at them but the two were just too fast.

`` Maximus Illusionus Reverso '' uttered a comrade part from behind Devon and Callah.

The two immediately froze. They knew that voice. It used to haunt their incubus and now it seemed that the nightmares had come true. The figure slowly stepped away from the shadow and surveyed the disbelieving faces of the so-called 'traitors'of the Slytherin House. His prospicient, silvery blonde hair swaying lazily only added to their repugnance. His verge was pointed at them and the cane with a snake carved on the hold was held loosely by his other manus.

It was Lucius Malfoy ... as menacing as ever ... and he was looking at them with so much odium that the two knew they were in a very soft situation.

Lucius turned to depend at his untried comrades and gave them a look of arrant disgust. `` How pathetic ! I 've wasted so lots 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 young antagonists gasped in surprise while Dragon and Callah cringed inwardly at the impending danger. The game was up and all they could do now was to grin, yield it and try to escape unscathed.

`` well, well. What do we have here ? It seems that the wickedness Lord is adjust once again. '' stated Lucius coldly while shooting sticker at his own son.

`` H-he knew ? '' asked Ginny wearily.

`` Of course. When Draco and shaft failed to refund to the Manor that night, he knew. He just did not see that you 'd be foolish enough to go back to Hogwarts. Surely, you do n't believe that this school could propose you aegis from the night Lord 's ira. '' sneered Lucius. `` Fortunately, Blaise here was able to supply us with a rather interesting information about three wondering transferee at Slytherin home. It did not take much long to figure out that you, Draco and prick were those three. '' He appeared very please with himself for his clever price reduction.

Draco glanced at Ginny, grateful that her case did not wander any reaction on the fault on Lucius'interpretation of event. With an almost unperceivable nod of his head, the two started to run out of the common room but immediately froze on their runway when they heard the evilness laughter or Voldemort 's correctly deal.

`` How silly can you get ! Certainly, we sealed the common room after you came in. Do n't fritter yourself into thinking that you 're too important to be taken awake. '' said another familiar voice.

It was Macnair - another Death-eater ! The man was followed by another dark-robed material body. Draco and Ginny paled instantly. They did not recognize the third gear man but he must be another death-eater to be in the ship's company of Lucius and Macnair. 'Probably a new recruit .'they thought in dismay.

`` The Headmistress would acknowledge the encumbrance in the wards if you attack us now. '' declared Ginny bravely.

Lucius stared malevolently at the untried pair while his two associate only laughed at her proclamation. The other four were just enjoying the appearance, clearly confident that Draco and Callah had no way to escape especially with three adult wiz in their side.

`` We have no design of explaining our intricate methodological analysis to your feeble minds but rest assured that we could kill you in heartsease without anyone outside this room being the wiser. ``

`` I 'm your son. '' stated Draco simply, vainly hoping that the fact would hit the erstwhile man lenient on them.

`` You ? An unthankful and traitorous bastard who apparently had no spine on his body to uphold the crime syndicate tradition ! No, thank you. I 'm quite proud to say that I have no son. '' retorted Lucius viciously that genus Draco flinched at his cruel quarrel.

`` family tradition ? What 's that - to be a slave to a raving lunatic half-blood who acts like he owned the macrocosm but can not even defeat a one-year-old child ? '' shouted Draco angrily. He felt Ginny 's hand reached for his in an attempt to calm him down but he refused to shift. `` Groveling at the wickedness Divine 's muddy feet, merlin ! Have you no gravitas at all ? ``

`` CRUCIO ! '' Lucius exclaimed but he was astonished when the spell that used to make his son beg for mercy did not have a persistent issue anymore.

`` Surprised ? '' Draco gloated at the look of surprise on his father 's face.

`` Stupefy ! '' yelled Blaise, faggot, Crabbe and Goyle at once but genus Draco and Ginny deftly dodged the curses and sent their own, careful to aim some of their curses on the common room door to force it open.

Macnair ran towards Ginny and hurled a pinkeye curse at her but missed by a mere cm. The other death-eater conjured a very powerful spell that blasted a nearby wall

Lucius carefully assessed the position and sensed that the two were Sir Thomas More equipped for a minor encounter like this one. Swiftly, he unearthed a witching Mexican valium from the secret air pocket of his cloak and expertly whipped the two traitors. The two were fast but it was very hard to debar all the hex and the rope at once.

`` Ahh ! '' yelled Ginny as the tip of the rophy violently came in contact with her sceptre arm. Blood started to exudate from the break down peel and burned so terribly that her cursing ability began to dwindle. Dragon saw this too and tried to wrap up her but a curse sent him flying to a nearby paries making him vulnerable for another attack.

`` Destructo ! '' screamed Pansy and aimed it at Draco but before the torment could hit him, Ginny had screamed `` Accio Draco '' almost desperately.

`` Take this ! '' shouted Lucius as he struck the two with the whip.

It hit Draco squarely on the spinal column as he covered his dolourous girl and the wand fell from his mitt 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 sassing. He stared at Ginny and saw that she too was having some difficulty in breathing.
He tiredly reached for his verge and braced himself for another attack. He forced himself to face their aggressor and projected a brave front.

`` What now ? '' he smirked and tried to act as annoying as ever. He refused to afford them the satisfaction of seeing him beg for mercy. Even another whipping that crossed his thorax and made him cough up more parentage did not wipe the smirk from his facial expression. '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 thoughts, embraced him tightly and whispered weakly. `` D-do n't cave in up. There 's still hope ... '' She then gripped the galleon tightly and hoped that help would go far soon.

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The pass Boy and question Girl have just finished making the last round for that Night and were ready to return to their various dorm room when they felt the familiar burning adept from their pockets. They paled immediately when they saw who was in trouble.

`` Quick ! If Draco and Ginny needs help, then the situation must be very life-threatening ! '' exclaimed Hermione as she dragged Ernie to the Slytherin common room only to be blasted away by an invisible paries 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 aware of other DA members being hurled to the primer coat by an invisible force.

`` Whoever was in there put up a powerful ward to curb us from entering the elbow room. '' commented Padma Patil who was one of the recent victims of the inconspicuous force.

`` Yes and I know Harry 's not in there so we really need to exercise extreme point exertion to pause the barrier. Maybe the Fireball technique could put to work if we simultaneously barrage the room access with it. '' said Hermione.

`` How do you experience Harry 's not in there ? '' asked Seamus. Hermione rolled her eyes at the seemingly nonsensical head but chose to go along her tongue in stoppage.

`` Because cartel 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 watch over the patients. '' she replied as politely as she can. `` Why do n't you inform the Headmistress of the billet while we try to bankrupt down the door ? '' suggested Hermione to which Seamus quickly agreed.

Hermione, Ernie, Neville, Padma, Annapurna, and Colin quickly formed Fireballs and hurled it at the room access at the same metre. At first, they thought it did not figure out but after a few more minute of arc, a small hole formed on the door.

`` At the rate we 're going, it would be prosperous if we could open it before first light. '' whined Anapurna as her fireball started to disseminate. 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 busy playing sorcerer 's Chess when they felt the burning sensation in their pouch. Both immediately took out the bull galleon but with different reaction. Ron quickly got up and started to run but Harry held him off.

`` Why ? That 's my sister ! '' exclaimed Ron and tried to breach loose from the Fe hold of his bestfriend.

`` I know but they 've been trained well. They should learn how to cope. Our responsibility is to guard the patients. What if someone attacks them while we 're out ? They 're quite a defenseless and the rescript could recede the most sinewy and learned members if we act rashly. '' stated Harry calmly but he knew his account was falling into deaf ears.

Ron glared at him. `` That 's my baby ! I need to help her. If you do n't want to help then mulct ! heap with it ! ``

`` It 's not just a whimsey and you know that. '' said Harry coldly but relented when he noticed the smell of desperation on Ron 's face. `` Look, I 'm trusted the others will aid them quickly enough. But for now, we need to guard them. If there 's an flack, then this is where we are most involve. ``

Ron still did not seem convinced. Harry sighed heavily. `` All right, if I sense that they could not handle it, we 'll go together. Okay ? ``

Ron reluctantly agreed and they continued with the biz although Ron was still too pre-occupied to keep his stress. He was continually fidgeting nervously and his optic were darting from side of meat to side as if waiting for something.

`` Ron ! ``

`` What ? ``

`` Do n't be paranoid ! ``

`` I am not paranoid ! ``

`` Yes, you are ! ``

`` No ! ``

`` If you do n't mind keeping your phonation down ... The patient role need balance, you know. '' stated gentlewoman Pomfrey irritatedly.

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As the intensity of the fireball diminished, so was the smell of the brave protector. They were fully aware that every moment counts and it only takes a few seconds for the killing bane to be cast. Whatever was happening inside, they just hoped that Ginny and Draco could conk long enough to fall apart down the barriers.

`` We 're coming ... we 're coming ... .hold on ! '' chanted Hermione furiously as if the mere mention of her thought could spend a penny it arrive genuine. But her courage 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 persuasiveness was beginning to fade too.

Hermione snuck a glimpse at the door and was dismayed to find that the dent was still too small. She glanced at the tired figures of Ernie, Parvati and Padma trying to regain their 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 thing to do.

Luna, still in her nightgown and looking as if she just rolled out of her bed, ran to Hermione 's slope and taking her cue from the older young lady, she conjured her own but instead of an ordinary one, hers took the shape of a dragon that swallowed all the other human dynamo before forming into a very powerful flame steel. She fearlessly held the sword and traced the threshold until it fell on the ground, effectively startling all those inside into inaction.

All the DA penis ran inside, with baton ready for battle and seemed slightly thwarted to find only three death-eaters and just four untested poor fish follower inside the dark and eerie common room. They noticed the two unconscious figures lying on the dry land and all of them only had one thing in intellect as they glared with dead detestation at their repeated enemies -- - 'It 's payback fourth dimension !'

`` What the -- - `` outcry Blaise but was quickly shut off by a furious paralyzing go from Ernie while Neville, Hermione, and Luna took vantage of the element of surprise and quickly stunned the three adult maven.

Padma and Parvati evidently enjoyed hexing fagot for being an obnoxious bitch who took superbia in spreading malicious rumor 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 minutes later, a footling disoriented at the sudden turn of result but was quite relieved to find Ginny and Draco had some injuries 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 nictation of the prescribed DA galleons with different names for each winking 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 trust that others were also capable of defending themselves and it should not always be his job to save up the day. But Ron was free to do as he wishes ...

`` You may go and help oneself them Ron. '' he stated and averted his optic from the piercing glare of his bestfriend.

`` You really do n't plan to avail, do you ? '' yelled Ron angrily.

`` I 'm trying to make them strong. ``

`` How 's letting them die induce them substantial ? ``

`` THEY ARE NOT GOING TO -- - `` Harry 's words were stuck on his throat as he noticed respective people hastily approaching the hospital annexe led by the Headmistress who was carefully levitating the battered and bloodied consistence of two person onto the vacant seam. lady Pomfrey became immediately worried and went to retrieve some healing potion and pain-relievers from her medicine stand. She quickly administered cure as soon as the bodies were settled.

Ron, after the jolt at seeing the injuries, took one feeling at his baby 's condition ( never mind the other ) and his expression darkened immediately. He glared ferociously at Harry and before anyone could do anything else, his bottled angriness and frustration came out in the form of one very strong punch on the guilt-stricken face of the-boy-who-lived.

`` motherfucker ! '' he spat angrily and walked off.
Author 's Note : Hey, sorry for the late update for chapter 17. It 's just that I 've been very meddlesome with piece of work that clip. Anyway, I 've already fixed the trouble with Chapter 16 so if any of you have not learn 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 continue to review. Thanks again !


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Chapter 18 - Too Smart to observation the Obvious


'Bastard !'

The ugly sound echoed in Harry 's ears as he stared at the abrupt departure of his bestfriend followed by Hermione, probably to find out what was wrong. No one would birth guessed that he felt anything but disbelief at his booster 's outburst as he struggled inwardly to prevent the instinct to lash back from surfacing beneath his calm air exterior. To others, he just appeared throw and a little unnerved by the situation.

`` What 's that all about ? '' asked McGonagall as she scrutinized his face for any star sign but the granitic face 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 surely that such a little misunderstanding did not deserve a full Order and DA meeting. There were things that he had to sort out on his own. He noticed that Luna was just staring directly at him for a reason that he could not fathom in his current state of mind but maybe he was just being paranoid. 'Was I mistaken ?'he thought. 'But how could we possibly hope to face a war if we did not conceive in each other 's capacity ? It would all boil down to me…and it was not fair ! I could n't possibly save them all from danger even if I already became knock-down. Hell, even Dumbledore could n't save all who perished during Grindelwald 's time !'

'Calm down, hon. Ron will total around. As you 've said, he 's just upset. Look, you 're making everyone flighty .'

Harry nodded subconsciously before he realized that Luna had not spoken aloud.

`` madam Pomfrey, will they be all justly ? '' he asked the school nursemaid instead.

`` Yes, beloved. Do n't worry. They will be here for a day or two to recuperate and their wounds would acquire yearner to heal but otherwise, they will be all right wing. '' replied the suckle good-naturedly.

Harry sighed with relief and turned to the Headmistress. `` What about the Death-Eaters and the Slytherins, professor ? ``

`` I have already alerted the Ministry. Arthur and various aurors will be arriving soon to get them. '' she replied wearily. `` I believe madam Pomfrey can deal for tonight. I suggest you all go to your various hall and repose. ``

Harry and the others nodded solemnly. They were all about to leave when they felt another familiar whiz in their pocket.

`` What the hell -- ``

`` Not another attack ! ``

`` IT 'S HERMIONE ! ! ! ``

Harry swore under his breathe and led the others to Hermione 's location while the Headmistress and other DA members remained at the Hospital Wing. It seemed that the castling was not secure anymore. 'Wherever she was, Ron might be there, too but why did n't he call for service earlier ? Maybe Ron was too mad at me right now ... maybe he thought I would not amount to his saving .'he thought ruefully.

When he reached the door to the Slytherin dungeon, he steeled himself for another struggle but was horrified to instead find Hermione slumped on the dry land, crying hysterically and with a face of emit stool and bitterment on her fount. Sizing up the berth, Luna quickly instructed their friends to investigate the position 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 tormented tone.

`` Him ? You mean Ron ? Who got him ? ``

`` Death-eaters ... Ron ran here to get revenge but he found himself surrounded by them instead. If I had only arrived sooner ... '' said Hermione in between hiccough as she struggled to find her composure.

Harry felt a gnawing guilt trip on his stomach as he listened to her story but he tried to tug it away to be able-bodied to cerebrate clearly. Then, an alarming idea suddenly formed on his mind ... '' Accio Marauder 's Map ! '' He shouted and within instant, the old parchment reached his hands. He tapped it softly with his wand. `` I solemnly swear that I am up to no good. '' Slowly the lines and letters appeared on the map.

Harry studied it carefully to see if there were any more opposition around. He found none. 'They must have gotten what they came here for. I wonder why they got Ron ...'He looked at the lambskin again and was pleased to find Professor Flitwick heading towards their location.

`` mischief-making Managed. '' he murmured softly and map went blank immediately as the tiny professor entered the door. It was time to let the prof in on their slight secret.

`` Mr. Mooney, would you care to explain what happened here ? Minerva said there has been an attack. '' said the professor as he tried to assess the situation.

`` I 'll explain later, prof ... First, we need to beef up the Ward. The castle is not condom anymore. '' Harry said quickly.

`` But I ca n't possibly do that alone, Mr. Mooney. It needs at least four substantial wizards to do that and if you 're not aware yet, only the Headmistress and I are physically capable as of the moment. Maybe we could ask some help from the Ministry though ... ''

`` prof, we can not wait that long. It would be very dangerous. Besides, you 're forgetting that there 's a student here who could perform in that capacity ... ''

`` Yes, I know ... unfortunately, that student has already perished in the hands of you-know-who. '' replied the prof almost tearfully as if the bare recollection brought back some sad memories to him.

`` No, he 's not. '' replied Harry cryptically as he bent down to whisper the info on the professor 's ears.

The professor 's center widened for a here and now then it was followed by a radiant smile and a slight nod of understanding. `` Well ... if that 's the case, shall we begin ? ``

Harry nodded and started to pore on their most urgent task. His merely thought was that they must not fail as he poured all his free energy to augment Mr. Flitwick 's insufficiency. The safety of one C of bookman and instructor was in their hands. As the colorful Christ Within flowed from their wands to the wards outside the rook, Harry felt a sure sense of fulfilment even though he was gradually beginning to have a bun in the oven the brunt of such intense magical dismission.

Despite the tremendous throbbing in his head and severe witching drainage, he kept his concentration, barely looking at everyone else. He vaguely heard Professor Flitwick 's remark that the wards were secure already and that they could stop. He ignored him and continued what he was doing ... .only a few More jam ... .only a few second gear more ... .there ... it 's finished. The castle was safe ... at least for the meanspirited time.

He managed a imperfect grinning at the similarly worn-out professor before he collapsed on the ground.

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October 29, 1997
At the Hospital Wing


Harry opened his eyes slowly and was just starting to conform to his surroundings when he heard a familiar spirit drawl from a nearby bed.

`` Glad you 're awake now, Harry. ''

Harry smiled at the familiar spirit silvery-blond-haired boy who spoke. He was looking quite healthy and rested unlike the last time he saw him.

`` Nice to see you 're still alive, Dragon. ``

`` I thought you 're going to miss the net showdown though ... '' replied the boy.

`` What do you mean ? What 's the day of the month today ? '' a surprised Harry asked. Then he frowned as a sentiment occurred to him. `` Why are n't you in disquise ? ``

The boy shifted position to be able-bodied to discourse properly. There was no trace of mood in his voice when he replied. `` It 's Oct 29, just two days 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 beginner by his name only. `` ... performed an anti-illusion piece on us. They know. ``

`` How much ? ``

`` Not lots actually. The reversal spell only confirmed what they already knew however, they are wrong on one account. '' Draco paused for effect. `` ... .They thought the third base transfer was Wormtail. ''

A slow smiling spread on both of the boys'lips.

`` Well ... that misunderstanding could be their downfall. '' said Harry then he eyed Draco carefully. `` Are you certainly you do n't want to remain away for that issue ? I mean ... ''

Draco looked downcast for a minute 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 clash with my founding father, I realize that it is something that I must do for my own public security of mind. ``

Harry considered this for a bit. There was something that he wanted to do right after the battle if they got lucky ... hereafter plans that only involved him and Luna ... his other friend too if they wanted to ... but what about genus Draco ? What 's going to hap to him afterwards ? The boy had so much pent-up hatred in his intellect that if left to his own devices too much, he just might turn up to be the next shadow lord.

`` What 's your program ... I mean after the fight ? '' he asked Draco tentatively.

The boy just shrugged his shoulder and sighed heavily. `` I honestly do n't know ... destination school day perhaps ... then subscribe to over our family business ... spend some prison term with my mother ... other than that, I have no approximation. '' Draco got up slowly and tried to sit on Harry 's bed. `` Before, I thought my future programme were made. I 'm going to follow my sire 's footfall and be another loyal Death-Eater but now, everything has changed and I suddenly found myself living spirit on a daily basis with a very incertain prospect of a future. Heck, I do n't even get it on if I 'm going to live for that. For all I know, I might not even live long enough to graduate. ``

Harry nodded thoughtfully as he pondered his response. `` I feel the same way, too. '' He stared directly at Draco 's eyes as if trying to make up his creative thinker about something important. `` Actually, I have some kind of a plan. If we 're fortunate enough to egress victorious in this war, I plan to leave behind the wizarding earth ... permanently. Luna has a choice to calibrate first or come with me at once. We 're planning to hold out a normal life afterwards ... establish a school for the gifted perhaps or any other 'normal'business. If you want, you may fall with us. We can take up anew ... a life without bias. It 's your selection. ``

genus Draco stared dumbfounded at him and immediately pointed one trembling digit at himself. `` You want ME to number with you ? Are you good ? '' Harry nodded solemnly and smiled encouragingly at his new friend to instill the seriousness 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 consider about it, Harry. Thank you. ``

`` Do n't bring up it. That 's what friend 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 design while Luna only listened intently at their discussion. Dragon and Ginny were still sleeping peacefully on their beds.

`` Harry, please do n't state me you 're dangerous ! '' 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 follow his programme and that no one could possibly build him change his psyche.

`` You ca n't possibly do that ! '' said Hermione, her aspect turning the Same colour as Ron 's hair.

`` Why not ? And it 's not as if we 'd fall back contact, you know. You could even come with me if you want to. ``

`` Are n't you going to be an Auror ? '' commented Neville, trying to make him see sense.

Before Harry could shit any intelligent response, prof McGonagall came rushing inside, her eyes flooded with concern as she waved a small bit of sheepskin in front of Harry.

`` Mr. Potter, what is the import of this postulation ? '' she queried as if she could not quite believe that such an idea would occur to Harry.

`` Just what I stated Professor. I want to contract the NEWTS tomorrow so that I could be considered a full-pledge genius by the 31st. ``

`` But the yr is not yet over. You could n't possibly take that test and pass. ``

`` Not to sound too arrogant but I believe I have learned all I need to pass my newt. Please, professor, 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 able to think that after the war, I have something to LIVE for. ``

professor McGonagall could not seem to determine an capture reply for that. `` I see. ``

`` In that case, Professor, I would care to take the exams early, too. '' declared Hermione resolutely.

An nonvoluntary 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 unfair for the professors to prepare for the NEWTs of only one soul ? ``

`` I guess ... but I ca n't possibly exact the triton with you ... I do n't opine I would devolve. '' said Neville ruefully.

`` You do n't have to do it, Neville. You can stay here. Your kinsperson is here whereas Luna and I have none. Hermione 's parents are muggles so it would not be incorrectly if she wanted to expend More metre with them in the muggle earth. '' explained Harry, effectively shielding the dashing hopes he felt at his response. As much as he wanted to live a new life with his ally, he was also very much aware that they have their own lifespan to live too.

`` What about you, Luna ? '' asked Hermione to the vernal girl.

`` Harry would be tutoring me so I do n't need to remain here. If I 'm set, I would descend back here to conduct 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 view. `` Is it all right hand for us to do that, Professor ? ``

`` Well, it 's not a convention practice in this foundation but given your sacrifice, the least I could to is to make an exception in your case as a keepsake of gratitude. Yes, Harry and Hermione could require the NEWTs tomorrow if they 're make and the rest of you could be home-schooled and occupy the exams at a belated engagement. '' replied the fag Professor but she also seemed pleased by their decision for a grounds that she did not divulge to them.

`` Does that also include us, prof ? '' asked Ginny timidly. Both she and Draco eyed the Headmistress hopefully.

`` Yes, of row. '' replied the Headmistress good-naturedly.

`` shucks ! '' swore Harry as he remembered something.

`` Language, Mr. ceramist. '' Harry mumbled a precipitate apology. `` What seems to be the problem, Mr. ceramist ? ``

`` I just remembered ! How could I have forgotten ! '' Harry berated himself. `` What happened to Ron ? ``

The Headmistress lowered her head at once and Hermione became teary-eyed but thankfully, she did not disclose down.

`` I can only assume that Ron is being kept safe. '' replied the Headmistress nervously. `` According to our intelligence activity network, they kidnapped Ron to ensure a win-win billet on the 31st. ``

`` What do you entail, professor ? ``

`` We found out through the Slytherins that the foe already knew of our programme to weaken their attack on the celebration but they are still going to push through with it. If they win, then they would kill Ron for he no longer serves a purpose but if they find themselves at a disadvantage, they would use Ron to force the rector - Ron 's father - to take after their biddings. ``

`` But that 's horrible ! '' commented Harry and swore under his breathe once more.

Ginny was too shocked to oppose but Dragon looked concerned.

`` Yes, Harry. But that 's how the malefic mind works. ''
Chapter 19 - The Proposal


October 30, 1997


Harry and Hermione were both sitting at the opposite ends of a vacant classroom near the Headmistress'office. They smiled at each early for support but somehow they both knew that they did not require it. Their expressions bore no semblance of nervousness or apprehension towards the early on newt. If anything, they were more nervous about Ron 's consideration than anything else and the test was just a welcome deflexion.

The first written exam was History of Magic. Harry glanced at Hermione and groaned inwardly when he noticed her exuberance. She was clearly in her chemical element and though he was n't exactly dunderhead in that subject, he still felt a little resentful about her eagerness. He found it very odd. He liked Professor Binns and had utmost obedience for his wide-eyed knowledge but his uncanny power to put students to restless stupor was not really endearing -- he alone could score students fall asleep through a detailed discourse of Vampire clan wars and the violent take over of the drab Divine of the previous C. Fortunately, Harry had a more competent instructor who patiently drilled the History of Magic into his wandering mastermind 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 well-situated ...'Harry mentation. He and prof had an in-depth discussion on this topic before hoping that he could learn a example or two from the old man 's experience.

... Bonus head : In your opinion, how can You-Know-Who be defeated ? ...

'This is so pathetic ! They could n't even indite his name on paper for good'interest ! Anyway, this is promiscuous ...'He was a niggling put-off by the question. He could compose a detailed narration of his encounters with Voldemort, the resurrection at the burial ground, the prophecy and his design to vanquish the night Lord ... potential attacks and curses that he could utilise but he restrained himself ... This was a tactical and rhetorical doubt that must be treated with forethought. Surely the prof was not seriously expecting him to answer it truthfully so he settled for a dim-witted response that he hoped would summarize his hale thought - squad work. That should be enough.

After that came Defense Against the darkness Arts. Both written and practical tests were as easy as boiling water as he had expected. There was no doubt in anyone 's thinker that he knew more about it that the professor himself. spell and Care for Magical Creatures were fairly easy too. He could safely assume that his respective prof for those field of study became very considerate when they formulated the examination. Potions was a totally different topic, though. Snape deliberately made his exam more difficult than common. It was either Snape was challenging him or he just possess a mellow regard for Harry 's capabilities but nevertheless, Harry did not heed at all. Apparently, Snape was somebody who would n't let up just because the scholar was exceptional and he was grateful for that.

transfiguration was also no better but Harry welcomed the challenge. No discrimination - that was an honest policy and he would n't be the one to ask for anything substandard.

Harry was mindful that the professor were still not felicitous with his postulation. After all, if they win the war, there would be no pauperization to go. Unfortunately, peace was not just the absence of war in Harry 's opinion. He wanted heartsease within himself. To be able to walk around without being mobbed ... to be able to quell in a elbow room without being goggled at just because he had the 'scar'... to be able to enjoy his youth, something that he had been deprived of for so long ... a life sentence without extreme expectations. But perhaps they just did n't read.

Hermione, Draco, Ginny and Neville must ingest felt the same too. Whatever happens, they would never be the Saame again. Draco would definitely continue to bear the stigma of being the traitorous son of a death-eater whichever slope he was fighting for. Of course, it would temporarily be overshadowed by his contribution to the fall of darkness but once affair have settled down a bit, people would revert to their usual assassination err - analysis of his fiber - whether he really turned to the light English because it was the right matter 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 solution to everything, another one destined to build not bad things. mass would begin to anticipate more splendid achievement from her - perhaps discover a cure for some obscure illness or maybe create a counter-curse for Aveda Kedavra - yes, something to that effect. With all due respect, she would most probably be able to do that someday but the insistency would be plenty to drive her insane any day.

As for Ginny, maybe she was just tired too and a dignified leakage would give her decent sentence to recuperate psychologically and socially. Her legal action had severely damaged her family 's trust in her and she was not set up to face that yet.

And Neville, he really did not need to go. The wizarding residential area was his world. If they could only find a curative for his parents, then he would be perfectly contented to persist there and make up for lost times.

With that persuasion, 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 give you more time if you requested it since your face is a little strange. '' said an elderly beldame who looked a lot like prof McGonagall except that she had a piano and kindly face of a female parent hen.

Harry smiled. `` Thank you Madam but I 'm already done. There 's no need to broaden the sentence. And I believe my friend does n't need it too. '' He said when he saw Hermione lazily got up from her chair too and handed her own answer sheets which was considerably thicker than his.

`` Hey, Herm. Are you sure you did n't quote the unhurt Scripture there ? '' said Harry jokingly.

Hermione eyed him exasperatedly. `` Of course not. I just had to explain some things in detail. You know they might be looking for a particular answer and I had to earn sure that I covered all possibleness ... '' she paused for breath for a while `` ... I 'm not really sure about the animagus transfiguration though. I 'm afraid I would get a tax write-off there because I was not able to properly describe the feeling since I have n't experienced it first-hand yet besides ... ''

Harry quickly decided to change the topic before she could launche a thorough discussion of the test that he wanted to draw a blank for the time being. `` Shh ... Hermione ... it 's okay ... You 're going to get a high score ... possibly highest even. Quit worrying. Just be thankful that it 's over. ``

`` Oh, but it 's not yet over, Harry ! '' cried Hermione in pain, flinging her weapon system at him.

`` I know. But do n't interest. We 'll be able to save Ron somehow. I wo n't let any of my lie with 1 suffer in evil hands again. '' declared Harry with a murderous spark in his center as he thought about the enemy who just did not know when to discontinue. `` Why do n't you stay for now ? You 'll require your potency tomorrow ... for Ron, okay ? ``

Hermione discreetly wiped her tears away and went back to her way. Harry smiled at her sadly as he watched her go and subconsciously walked towards the Quidditch discipline. It was one of the things that he would miss the most when he give back to the muggle mankind -- the excitement he feels when he was flying, the mind-numbing satisfaction he experiences when he caught the snitch mere seconds away from the hands of a worthy challenger. But it was not as if he would n't be able to fly anymore, he rationalized to himself. Perhaps there would come a time when he would be easy enough to come back and see the new squad play, maybe give them a few tips or play a game with them himself. Perhaps in a few old age ...

`` Harry ... ''

He turned around and saw the familiar blond-haired Brigham Young man approaching with a broomstick held loosely at his side. He smiled as an outraqeous musical theme crossed his mind.

`` Accio Firebolt ! '' he yelled and the International standard broomstick rushed to his hand, pulsating vibrantly as if it was itching to be used too.

`` Accio stoolpigeon ! '' 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 room and everyone just ignored it. For some strange reason, Dumbledore did not ask him to return the prosperous snitch. He just procured a new one from the store.

The blond-haired design waited patiently as if he already knew what was going to happen next. `` Just like old sentence eh ? '' He raised one eyebrow as he mounted his broom.

`` Yes, but no rapscallion business please. '' said Harry teasingly.

`` Hey, I do n't rip off ! '' snorted genus Draco as he flew around the field to warm up up.

`` Yeah right ! Like pulling my broomstick to prevent me from winning was definitely a adept appearance of sportsmanship. '' Harry replied good-naturedly

`` Those were the good old days ... ''

`` Nasty old daytime, you mean ... ''

`` Whatever ... '' Draco casually waved his hand and signalled him to begin the game.

Harry rolled his eyes as he let go of the fink. `` Now, let 's drama ! ''

The two near excellent flyers at Hogwarts raised their broom simultaneously, almost hitting each early but their accomplishment and speed prevented them from a very dangerous hit. The stool pigeon suddenly went up several metre more but the two was able to follow it quite impressively. Their eye never left the snitch. There were no other players to think of, no bludgers to look out for. It was only the problematic sneak out there and only the just player would be able to catch up with it.

The two were accelerating more and more and anyone who were watching would not even know the players. They would only see two flashes of light-green blending through the night sky. Then, the snitch changed its course, forcing the seeker to change their tactics and focal point, too. No one would watch 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 Dragon tried to clasp his mitt around the winged ball only to hold on empty air as the stool pigeon escaped once more.

They were so engrossed with their plot that they did not notice two female figures following their every movement, cheering their every move.

Harry and Draco performed some antenna acrobats first as they searched for the snitch, enjoying the secret plan for what it was, not for house points or Quidditch cup. Just a game. Then, they both caught sight of the golden news bulletin down below, near their limited audience and both dove at break-neck fastness, trying to outdo one another.

Harry could see it now, just a few feet more and he stretched his hired hand. At the box of his eye, he saw that genus Draco was doing the Same thing.

`` Go Harry ! ''

`` Go Dragon ! ``

Harry was snickering now as he saw the frightened construction of Dragon as his fingerbreadth touched the offstage ... then suddenly his laughter vanished and his hand unconsciously went to touch on his forehead. His scar did not hurt anymore but he could still find any emotion that Voldemort was exuding. He was used to feeling his anger and annoying but never elation and pure joy. It was unnerving ... whatever it was that made Voldemort well-chosen must be bad for the illuminate slope.

`` I 've got it ! You lost ! '' shouted Draco, waving the golden snitch triumphantly. Ginny was hugging him as if he won the Quidditch finals.

`` H-huh ! '' said Harry, caught unaware. His here and now of misdirection was enough for Dragon to catch the ball but it did not bother him at all. What he wanted to know was why Voldemort suddenly felt those emotions a day before the fight. What the hell happened ?

`` Harry, I did n't sleep together you were such a sore loser. '' teased Draco but his smile vanished too when he saw Harry 's grave manifestation. `` Hey, what 's damage ? ``

`` It 's Voldemort. He 's happy and I do n't know why. This is bad. '' replied Harry.

`` Maybe he discovered something that he could use against you tomorrow. '' stated Luna. `` Perhaps he had taken command of the Heliopaths and Crumple-horned snorkacks but they were very nice and friendly puppet. They would not obey him unless they were being threatened. ``

`` Uh-huh ! '' commented Draco for a deficiency of something intelligent to say.

A very uncomfortable silence followed. Ginny and Luna stared at one another and it seemed that they reached a silent agreement for Ginny suddenly linked her arm to Draco 's and started to commit him away.

`` seminal fluid on, Sir Francis Drake. You need to wash yourself, you stink. '' Ginny broke the tensed stillness, wrinkling her diminutive pry in disgust.

`` I do not ! '' protested Draco in mock repulsion but followed Ginny back to the castle leaving Harry and Luna alone.

Harry and Luna sat on the solid ground, ignoring the tickly grass and damp earth.

`` I hate to opine of what it could possibly mean. '' said Harry after a while.

Luna embraced him tightly. `` Then do n't think. It could be a ruse, you know, to confuse you and draw you mislay your confidence. ``

`` I guess you have a point there. '' said Harry and shifted his view so he could properly apply her in his arms. `` So are you really sure you want to come with me ? ``

`` Of course of instruction, why do you ask ? '' Luna looked at him with her tender centre that seemed to melt his heart.

`` aught, just wanted to ready trusted that I have n't pressured you into doing something you do n't want to do. '' replied Harry weakly.

`` Oh, hon. You know I would postdate you to neverland if you tell me to. I love you with all my heart. Do n't you presume think otherwise. '' said Luna and leaned forward to physically see her beau that he really meant a lot to her.

The flaming in both of them ignited furiously and the kiss deepened to take a crap up for lost time. It had been a yearn meter and no one was there to intercept them. As they looked up, they caught a glance of the whizz shining above them, the twinkle reflected in their eye. They kissed once Thomas More, this time Harry 's hands started to roam around Luna 's delicate body. He could feel her shiver slightly at his tactual sensation and he realized that if they did not contain now, then he would not be able-bodied to curb himself anymore. With bang-up reluctance on his part, he extricated himself gently from Luna 's embrace.

`` Umm ... .hon ... It 's late ... Maybe we should go to bed now. '' he said hoarsely as if he had trouble controlling his respiration. 'Uh-oh ! Did it fare out all right ?'he thought as he noticed Luna 's arch 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 work you to your dormitory room ? '' he asked weakly. He did n't really want to end that night but he did n't want to squeeze her into anything.

`` Harry James Potter ! Sometimes you 're just so slow ... '' she said exasperatedly and started to leave him in the heart of the Quidditch pitch.

Harry was stunned by her response. `` hold, waiting ! '' he ran after Luna who was walking aimlessly around the field.

`` What now ? '' she asked not looking back, still a footling miffed by his reaction.

`` W-why ? '' He turned her around and saw that there were tears threatening to fall down her fortunate cheeks.

`` Aaaaarrrgh ! ! ! ! ! '' she screamed in frustration and the binge started to flow uncontrollably. `` What if something happens tomorrow ? What if I die, you die or we both die and we would n't cause the hazard again ? ``

Harry looked around in panic and a sudden actualization suddenly struck him. She was right. What if something happens that they could not control ? `` Calm down, please. Wait ... .please ... just wait here. Do n't leave. I 'm just going to get something. ``

Without waiting for her reaction, Harry quickly ran to the Gryffindor common room, 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 give the password ! '' declared the Fat peeress accusingly, rubbing her ankles.

`` I was in a rushing ! '' yelled Harry.

`` But you 're not supposed to be in here ! '' argued the portraiture, glaring at him.

`` But you know who I am, do n't you ? '' he asked rather stubbornly.

`` Yes, of course, but still, you 're not supposed to be here. You do n't know the password. ''

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 unheralded. It 's just that there 's something that I must get from my previous room. It is hidden very well and I could n't just muster up it. It 's for my girlfriend ... I hope you understand. ``

`` Is it the ring ? '' asked the portrait as she eyed him suspiciously.

`` Umm ... .yeah. But please do n't tell anyone. It 's supposed to be a secret. '' he said, staring at the floor in embarrassment.

To his surprise, the Fat Lady clasped her men and American ginseng in pleasure. `` Oh ! Falco columbarius, why did n't you say so ? I would have got let you in immediately. '' she said and the threshold opened instantaneously.

Harry thanked her copiously and quickly ran to his room, ignoring the singular coup d'oeil sent his way. He retrieved the band 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 next day might be too lately. bit later, he returned to where he left Luna and was glad when she saw her lying on the grass, star-gazing.

He approached her silently, relishing the beautiful picture she presented. He tightened his hold on the while of jewelry in his hand. It was a legacy from her female parent. Something that was handed to him by Dumbledore, among early things, before he passed away.

`` I 'm sorry. '' he whispered, afraid to speak in a normal interpreter for it could demolish 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 left hand. `` I just did n't know what to do. ``

That was true. He did not fully comprehend how unnatural his adolescent life had been until then. Heck, even Neville had more action than he did ... but not due to lack of offers though. He just did not hold the inclination to perform such a sanctified act with anybody else. It was a very serious subject for him. He believed that it should only be done at the right metre by two the great unwashed genuinely in love with each other. But what if the right metre 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 interfering to think about it and the fact that the only person he considered doing it with was catatonic for almost a year only made it sorry. He was not that primitive. He had read and ogled the Playwitch magazine with Ron out of curiousity but that seemed such a long metre ago.

`` Err ... are you still mad at me ? '' he asked tentatively, kissing her hand lightly as he did so.

Luna slowly got up to face up him. `` No, I 'm not mad. A little pissed 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 hand, not fully cognizant that his natural process was starting to make her feel warm and tingly all over. Luna raised one lovely eyebrow and pinched his ripe cheek 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 lip nervously.

Harry tensed when he saw her social movement and gazed at her backtalk as if he could not think of anything else. Then, a chirp of a expiration shuttle brought him back to his senses. Prying his centre 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 heart on the brilliant cerulean stone etched with a tiny symbol of a unicorn on her ringfinger. She looked at Harry and almost melted on the patch when she saw the sincerity and warmheartedness in his eyes.

`` After the war has ended, will you give way this poor soul a fortune to drop the residual of his life with you, missy Luna Lovegood ? '' Harry asked her with so very much emotion in his spokesperson that she knew it stemmed from the very effect of his being.

She threw her arms around him and cried at the sheer exquisite nature of his proposal. `` I will. Oh, Harry ! I will. Thank you for loving me so a great deal. ''

`` No, the pleasure is mine. '' he replied and hang to seal the proposition with a heart-felt motion of love.

Glancing at the wiz once more, he noticed that March was very bright that night ... but Urania was brighter ... considerably promising than on any other Nox. Then as if sensing their motivation for seclusion, the clouds gradually moved to cover the lunation, effectively shielding them from the brightness level. Mars was temporarily forgotten as two shadows intertwined and moved in beat to a symphonic music that they alone could hear.

Chapter 20 - Voldemort 's Proposition


October 31, 1997


After the breath-taking act that strengthened their bond, Harry and Luna continued to lay in each early 's arm, just contented on staring at the scattered dots shining brightly above their pass. The soft cushion and warm cover that Harry conjured made them comfortable enough to refrain from going elsewhere. The night was fading, the impendent end of the world hid around the corner, but they were not afraid anymore. They had become merge and the effectiveness of one became the strength of the other.

As they watched the sun boost gradually, they realized that they must return to their common rooms now but both were loth to do so. They were still savoring the instant and it was intemperately to let go of the emotions that had engulfed them a few hour ago.

'Who would have thought that we would end up together ?'Harry mused as he stole a coup d'oeil at the lovely person snuggled on his chest. 'And to recollect, I, myself, thought her strange when I first met her ...'

`` I thought you 're quite bizarre that metre too ... '' commented Luna lazily, caressing his chest in random fashion. At seeing his incredulous expression, 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 ... dependable ... Did I mention that'I love you'already ? ''

`` I believe you did, Mr. ceramist, several times actually. '' replied Luna, giggling softly.

`` Well, let me shew you once more ... '' said Harry, his eyes twinkling mischievously but a loud crack distracted him.

It was Dobby.

Harry groaned inwardly. From the looking at of the elf 's red expression with ears 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 sad, Mr Harry Potter. I did not mean to break you or anything. '' said the house-elf as he repeatedly bumped his head on the ground as punishment.

Harry quickly put on his clothes and pulled Dobby from his self-inflicted dressing down. `` Dobby, stop that ! I 'm not mad at you, just a lilliputian blockade. ``

`` Mr 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 undistinguishable. `` The headmistress wanted you in her power now. She said you must get ready. ``

`` Oh ! '' murmured Harry and quickly vanished the cushion and mantle. `` We 'll go there now and by the way, you must be there, too. ``

Dobby puffed his chest proudly at his Book and apparated immediately to the Headmistress'office. Harry and Luna opted to walk.

The first matter they noticed when they set foot inside the castle was the large turn of pupil milling chaotically around the corridors and some hovering above the fireplaces as if they did not hump how to use one. No professor was in sight, except for lady hooch and Filch who were attempting to put some fiat to the bedlam that erupted.

They never stopped to ask anyone what the hoo-ha was all about. Instead, they ran as fast as they could to McGonagall 's office.

The encounter has started and all of them could feel the mounting tension as they finalized their plans.

`` I have already ordered Madam Hooch to direct the students to Crigod Commune immediately. We do n't require any injured party here. Harry, have you already stationed some dementors to guard the station ? Please be reminded that they should be near enough to secure the topographic point yet far enough to have no effect on the people inside. '' said McGonagall in a weary tone.

`` Yes, Professor, that has been taken precaution of. '' replied Harry then he turned to the house-elves present. `` Kindly ensure that the dark forces wo n't be able to apparate out once the battle has begun. We want to land up this war today. ``

The house-elves nodded reverently. `` We are most happy to compel, kind sir. ``

Harry gave them a tender smile of gratitude before he switched his attention to the minister. `` Mister Weasley, I 'm for sure this situation is very firmly for you knowing that they might use Ron for bargaining, are you sure you could handle today 's broadcast ? We can come up with some alternative if you ca n't. ``

The red superior of the Burrow shook his headspring furiously. `` No ! I have to do this not only for my son but for the others as well. I believe we could pull this off. ``

Harry thought for a minute but relented. `` Very well. ``

`` And I 'm going as well. '' said a piano voice from a person sitting timidly at the far end of the room.

`` Dudley ? '' Harry stared in jar 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 base. ``

`` I know but mum said that I should stand by your position today. She said it is little compared to what you have done for us. '' came the reply.

`` And what about you ? What do you guess ? '' asked Harry shrewdly.

`` I think she 's the right way ... I want to avail. ``

Professor McGonagall worriedly stepped in. `` Harry, I really hope you 're not considering letting him go. He 's far too untried for that and is not that adept in dueling yet. ``

Harry sighed inadvertently. `` The headmistress is right, Dud. Besides, your mum pauperization you more. There are lots of people who need protective cover at Crigod 's. ``

`` B-but -- ``

`` No arguments now, please. I really appreciate the fact that you offered to serve and that alone is enough for me. I also know you 're gifted but, Dud, you 're needed elsewhere. Do you realise ? '' said Harry in a soothing voice.

`` Oh, ok. '' agreed Dudley reluctantly and left the room as quietly as he had come.

When Dudley has left, Harry surveyed the grim but determined faces around the room. One could assume that they were all ready to face death but Harry knew they were all skittish as hell. Who would n't ? Well, it seemed that a pep speech was in order ...

`` I know what we 're going to do today is very hard and I believe it 's scaring the hell out of everyone but we have trained comprehensively. There 's nothing to revere. We are better prepared in this war now. We have more powerful allies on our incline. Let me give you the odds : Due to our past tense elbow grease, Voldemort 's death-eaters have dwindled down to a measly 539
and virtually of them are Kid. We have 317 fully take aurors and wizards, 84 highly open DA members, not to mention the advanced DA members who could take on at least five death-eaters each and the other noncombatants who are most uncoerced to aid us should the want arises. The horror-inducing dementors are also on our position ... We also have some goblin ... giants .... Centaurus ... house-elves ... fairies ... supporting our suit. What else do we need ? Voldemort 's only hold over the wizarding is the frightening retention of the killings, torturing, and chaos during his reign of panic but it 's all in the past now. '' Harry paused for a spell and noticed the group relaxing slightly as they listened to his delivery. `` We can do this ... We can win this war ... We just have to think in ourselves. Remember, we have more to lose but even Thomas More to pull ahead. ``

The group applauded him warmly when he concluded his little pep talk.

`` So, are we ready for old Voldie now ? ''

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At the Hogsmeade shopping center


The program has begun with a legal brief background about Voldemort, how he came into power and what he had done before the-boy-who-lived defeated him for the number 1 time.

Then for the following part, the ministry erected a magnified pensive ( courtesy of Harry ) that depicted what happened to the sorcerer 's stone, the basilisk and finally the resurrection of the darkness God Almighty during the end of the Triwizard Tournament.

respective mass were instantly aghast at what they saw. They knew famous Harry thrower, the-boy-who-lived, but no one actually realized the repulsion he must birth endured to live up to his gens. For a minute, they questioned the righteousness of their belief of pinning all their hopes on a unseasoned boy. They had unwittingly stripped him of his youth. Merlin, it was harsh for anyone !

This was followed by a short breather -- a demonstration of a proper wizard duel and a melancholy wizard terpsichore that involved a man and a charwoman swaying to a haunting tune while riding a broomstick and flying slowly around the stage.

Then the diplomatic minister announced the next component part of the program - the reenactment of Voldemort 's defeat exactly a twelvemonth ago. Everyone paused to watch. This was the second that they have all been waiting for. They have read in the theme that 'You-know-who'was defeated but only a select few knew how.

As the reenactment was being performed, the Minister and the others eyed all the entrances with trepidation. The performance was about to end when people felt a sudden modification in the aura. Gone was the inflammation and enthrallment in the interview floor. It was replaced with dread and panic as individual slowly approached the stage.

It was Lord Voldemort. There was no mistaking the deep red red eyes that was glowing dangerously, the claw-like finger's breadth and the malevolent stance he exuded. He walked towards the microscope stage like royalty. people parted to consecrate way to the fledgling. Some even fainted at the sight of his revolting nerve that seemed to belong to to the hellion himself. His claws threatened to bosom the life sentence out of anyone who dared stand in his way.

Following him were his most desire cronies, swaying their robes in a self-respecting fashion and removing their hoodlum as if to proudly display their fount to the hushed gang. Some of them came from the most esteemed families and their double-dealing was evident as they dragged a boundary and bloodied teenage boy whose clothes was almost unrecognizable from the slash and bruises he suffered while in captivity. The red hair was the only thing that gave his identity away.

Hermione fumed at the sight of his boyfriend but her good sense dictated that she should not do anything yet. It would be too unsafe to act on urge. She glanced at the pastor and was impressed with the almost ethereal composure he emanated. It was almost as if he was not staring at his injured son but it was just an act. Deep inside, she knew the minister would like aught More than to literally shoot the man who dared harm his son into miniscule pieces.

`` illusion seeing you here, Voldemort, or is it Tom ? '' greeted the government minister, devoid of any emotion.

`` Do n't ever call me that again. Where 's the boy ? '' demanded Voldemort.

Harry stepped on the microscope stage and hastily removed the concealing magical spell on his face for everyone to see. `` I 'm here, Tom. ''

`` I know. '' nobleman Voldemort grinned maliciously at him and he did not like it all. Something about Voldemort 's self-important armorial bearing made him a little suspicious. It was as if the dark lord knew something he did not.

As if sensing his thoughts, Voldemort leered at him once more, baring his painfully hideous face in his behalf then spoke in a low temperature vox that was supposed to place thrill down his thorn ; only what he felt was horror instead of fear.

`` …neither can live while the other survives… '' The dark overlord stated. `` Do you have any idea that recently, I have been seriously harboring the persuasion of recruiting you ? You would sustain been a worthy summation to my privileged rank and file. Together, we could have reigned the wizarding earthly concern and purge it with all the impure races but I 've changed my mind. Thanks to your piteous and wretched friend here. I am now aware that it 's not possible. ``

Harry forced a stoic construction and glanced at the bloodied face of his respectable friend and instantly felt pity for what he must feature undergone. There was no vestige of anger in his friend 's face, only remorse and exhaustion, and that was enough for him to understand that Ron did not betray him purposely.

`` I 'm sorry, Harry. I 've tried but I 'm not just honorable enough. '' Ron managed to say, his eye pleading for forgiveness.

`` That 's all right, Ron. He would give birth found out eventually anyway. '' He tried to gruntle his ally 's guilt.

`` I am such a prat ... '' said Ron and Harry realized he was apologizing for a dissimilar reason.

`` Yes, you are. But you 're still my best Friend, Ron. ``

`` T-thanks, Ilex paraguariensis ... ''

`` How touching ! '' mocked the dark nobleman before shifting his gaze back to Harry. `` And do you know what else I 've learned, thrower ? ``

`` wellspring, actually no, but I 'm sure you 'd tell apart me anyway so better get on with it. '' replied Harry lazily, yawning for result, as if the hale thing was too ho-hum for him. The effect he 'd been aiming for was soon visible in his opponent 's fount. 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 home was only 50 per centum. import, it could also be the other way around. Tsk…tsk…tsk…what a disgrace ! All those years of preparation …and all for NOTHING ! '' Voldemort suddenly laughed and peered intently into Harry 's 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 make you a mint. Let 's throw some fun first. Choose any secret plan you want and I 'll let your friend go if you win. ``

`` And what if I lose ? ``

`` Then I shall own your forefront. ``

Harry 's mind worked overtime. This was a chance to lessen the amount of origin shed in the final examination engagement. Of course, he could not really trust the dark lord to comply with the rules and accord but there was no hurt in trying.

`` Let 's raise the stake higher then…If I win, you and your followers will be at our garbage disposal. If you win, the wizarding world shall be yours… ''

Everyone gasped and stared at their supposed-to-be Deliverer as if he was losing his mind. Even Voldemort eyed him apprehensively for a moment.

`` Harry ! You 're being totally nonsensical ! '' yelled Hermione in thwarting but Harry ignored her plea.

`` Bloody stupefied Gryffindors ! '' Draco murmured under his breathing time, glaring at Harry for impression but found himself observing the event with growing fascination. Harry 's singular approach path to the situation intrigued him greatly.

Voldemort sneered with apparent disgust at the treasonable son of his most sure follower before addressing his perennial enemy. `` Your foolishness astounds me ! Do n't you recognise that you 're just making matter easier for us ? '' stated Voldemort evenly. He was still puzzled by thrower 's sudden change of tack.

Harry ignored him too. `` So, do you fit ? ``

`` Naturally. What 's the game then ? ``

`` Toss coin. '' He declared defiantly, daring Voldemort to refuse to play the muggle game but the dark lord did not say anything except cast a suspicious eye on him, silently weighing his need for choosing it.

The reaction of the consultation was more vocal. Some muggle-borns laughed nervously at the seemingly ridiculous suggestion while pure-blood wizards seemed curious yet highly skeptical 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 hoo-ha, Luna instantly sent a telepathic substance to reassure Harry .'I told you…you are really off-the-wall but I like it…play with his mind. Old Voldie 's already growing anxious. 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 wee-wee him really uncomfortable. That one never failed to render people the crawl before .'said Luna in an amused tone.

Harry laughed inwardly .'I 'll preserve that in mind .'

The death-eaters noticed his amusement and were extremely disturbed by it. `` Master, are you quite sure this is not a trap ? ``

They eyed Harry warily. They were no doubt coming up with their own horrendous interpretation of the game - 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 profligate and gore ? The joy of killing, torturing and instilling reverence in the hearts of those who oppose their noble visual sensation ?

`` Silence ! '' the darkness lord hissed angrily. things were not going exactly as he planned and the thing that he hated most next to ceramicist was the despairing touch of not being in ascendance. Unfortunately, he could not plump for out of thrower 's challenge now. `` Shall we begin ? '' he spat as contemptuously as he could muster.

`` Certainly. Here is a galleon. blame the side you want and the one who wins two out three pass wins the game. '' declared Harry, his lips curling slightly at the end in meek amusement.

Voldemort spitefully chose the 'Head'share. Harry only smirked at his choice.

`` Figures ... 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 heed everyone. This is a vastly known MUGGLE plot and was probably played by our old Quaker here once or twice when he was not yet busy being the dark Godhead ... ''

Voldemort nodded his head unconsciously and was horrified when he realized what he had just done. various people were astounded as they witnessed the action and realized the full implication of his parole. Even the death-eaters flinched at the revealing. 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 evidence and they were quite unnerved by it.

Harry stole a coup d'oeil at Voldemort 's reek fig and decided not to overstretch his patience this early. `` Anyway, the coin has two sides - the Head and the Tail. To be fair, both Voldemort and I are going to toss out it then whoever 's side appears wins that round. '' Harry raised his sceptre. `` On the count of three ... ..1 ... ..2 ... ..3 .... ''

Both Voldemort and Harry used their wand to toss the galleon then waited in antipation for the outcome.
The consultation, too, held their breath as they intently observed the steadily declining swirl of the coin until it finally stopped.

Tailb

The stallion light up side cheered and were doing high-fives of their own while death-eaters pointed their scepter ominously at them but could not really do anything.

Harry sighed with relief and grinned. `` Well, I win. Sorry, Tom. '' he said though not feeling sorry at all.

Voldemort glared at him in return and concentrated hard for the indorse pass.

`` On the count of three ... 1 ... .2 ... ..3 .... ''

Again, they both used their sceptre to toss the galleon, but this clock time, Harry felt something that he should not let. He glanced surreptitiously at Voldemort and noticed his head furrowed in density. He shifted his gaze to the galleon and confirmed with disgust that Voldemort was wandlessly controlling the galleon for it to fall in his party favour.

Head

The death-eaters immediately sent gloomy marks on the sky in their excitement, shocking the brainpower out of those who were not able to witness the solemnization, while the light side booed and tried to shove some dark cloaked figure of speech out of the way to get a honorable view, momentarily forgetting that those were death-eaters they were jostling aside.

'Damn !'Harry thought. 'This man could not even playact decently .'

`` looking like I won, potter. '' Voldemort had regained his self-assurance in winning the 2d toss and was taking great pleasure in rubbing it in.

`` Just as I have expected ... you wo n't respect the principle of the game, Tom. You could never play a fair secret plan if your life depended on it. '' stated Harry, his boldness clearly showing his disgust at the man.

`` That 's what makes me who I am, Potter. '' sneered the dark lord.

`` Fine ... If that 's what you want, then I 'll give it to you -- good blast. Do n't say I did n't warn you. '' Harry said as the air startled to sizzle with push.

`` On the counting of three ... 1 .... ''

`` Bring it all you 've got, Tom. Do n't hold back. '' verbalize Harry ominously, his eyes never leaving his opponent 's face.

`` ... 2 .... ''

`` I wo n't. '' declared Voldemort with the Lapplander intensity but Harry did not overleap the slight waver in his tone.

`` ... 3 .... ''

The galleon was tossed for the go meter and everyone waited with bated breath as the coined spun continuously but instead of losing speed, the galleon appeared to whirl faster than before until no one could clearly presage the possible outcome of the final pass ...

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Chapter 21 : The final examination toss


The integral fall incline watched with great trepidation as Voldemort launched a full approach on the galleon, staging some highly complicated tactical manoeuvre to force it to fall in his favor. With a combination of wand and wandless patch hurled at it, the defenseless coin slowly started to twist towards the malign man while its swirling became more frantic. For one horrific second, they had all thought that the dark lord would win. It was only a mere inch from the ground and the virtuoso savior seemed unable to do anything but hold out one hand to sustain it from falling.

Evidently anticipating his victory, Voldemort gave a victorious sneer at Harry. `` Thank you for making things well-off, Potter, and for that, I might even let you live but I ca n't verbalize for your friends 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 universe ? Poor kid ... tsk..tsk ... tsk ... and to cogitate I really enjoyed the clip we spent together. Perhaps we can have a right affaire d'honneur again some time ... if you 're still live, that is. ''

To his surprise, however, Harry seemed unfazed by his taunts.

'' The one with the power to shell the Dark Almighty had come…and the Dark Lord will mark him as his touch, but he will have business leader the shadow Lord knows not ...

`` What are you talking about, Tom ? The game 's not over yet. '' said Harry. `` In fact, it 's just warming up. '' With that, he promptly flicked one digit and the coin swung to the former side at a blink of an eye.

Voldemort 's fermentation as Harry tipped the coin was priceless. The dark lord exerted considerable big businessman to prevent the coin from falling. He barely made it in time and now his expression was just plain lethal. No mirthfulness ... No playing games anymore ... and Harry realized that, too, for he immediately enclosed the area surrounding him and Voldemort with a shield charm to protect the mass from being hit by any divagate or rebounded curse.

Once more, the coin was stuck in the middle, whirling in a province of anarchy and the air began to reek of sting metal as the final toss intensified. They did not know it yet but the countless spells thrown was beginning to remove its cost on the coin. The only thing that was preventing it from being destroyed was its continued circular motion holding all spells at bay. Then for some particular reason, all the personnel applied gravitated towards the essence then shot upwards at a amphetamine of light.

Harry looked stunned for a consequence, at a personnel casualty as to what could possibly be causing this unearthly happening, then his eyes widened in alarm as he realized what Voldemort was intending to do. He tried to block the commingle magical spell from going upwards but between controlling the coin and maintaining a screen appealingness around them, he realized that he may not birth enough military posture to accomplish everything at once.

Voldemort was harnessing their combined DOE to open up a hepatic portal vein -- a portal vein that would eject who-knows-what-kind-of-spirits but knowing him, it would definitely not be nonsuch and querubins. Harry 's fear were confirmed as the once peaceful ground began to escape from tremendously at the blatant hoo-hah of nature 's balance. Thomas More and more multitude were succumbing into the foolish notion that 'apocalypse'had come to end all things. And as if that was not enough, a terrible tempest started to brew ... with jolts of lightning forming eerie pattern in the sky.

Harry took a few seconds to absorb everything that was happening around him. The rain had poured and the smack and lightning added a sealed mother wit of foreboding to the current office. Summoning his remaining strength, Harry pointed his wand at the galleon.

`` MAXIMO REDUCTO ! ! ! '' He felt the charge of energy course through his wand, blasting the coin into bantam while. The endeavour greatly drained his strong suit but he hoped it would be enough to kibosh the invocation.

The grinding sound of exploding metallic element disrupted everyone 's density and metre seemed to place upright still as every single eye followed each molecule that was falling on the ground. Harry thought that it had gone well until he felt a stinging maven on his rightfulness hand.

`` Look ! The boy 's verge is on firing ! '' exclaimed one observer.

Harry promptly dropped the wand as the heat became intolerable and watched in frustration as it was consumed by the flame. Apparently, the rain was not enough to keep it from burning. 'Damn sceptre ! Too weak for my need… I wish I could accept my old verge back…'he thought wryly. Wandless magic was great but he was also mindful that he would be overcome with fatigue sooner than he preferred.

The onlooker stared at each other, wondering who won the plot and what would materialise now that Harry no longer had a wand but nobody could leave an acceptable resolution.

`` You-know-who was obviously using some sneaky conjuring trick therefore Harry Potter won by default. '' said an old Isaac Mayer Wise man, nodding his head slightly in contemplation.

`` idiot ! Did n't you see he ruin that hoot coin reason he was losing ? '' yelled one of Voldemort 's hard worker, furious that anyone dared to suggest that his sea captain lost.

`` Hey, hey ! Watch your language, young man ! Mr potter only did that because your master was damaging the ozone level by directing all the energy upwards. '' quipped another one. Clearly, no one had correctly guessed what the dark lord was doing yet.

Voldemort, however, was quick to point his finger on his competitor. `` That 's blatant cheat, Potter ! '' he roared in fury as the muscularity faded gradually.

`` And what do you yell that - bazaar play ? '' Harry retorted angrily, pointing at the remaining beam of visible light. He had hoped that he had halted the summoning but he was too lately ... a small hole has already been created ... and he had no wand now.

Voldemort noticed his scepter 's absence too and the malevolent smirk returned to adorn his charred lips. `` It would n't be long now, ceramist. Just wait ... '' the dark lord stated with utter malice then, completely ignoring the boy, he raised his hands and began chanting an ancient spell that no one has heard of before. His most firm handmaid apparated later to work 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 madmen, unsure of what to do and where to film refuge. topsy-turvydom consumed the entire plaza. Some had the good signified to apparate to safety but others seemed to forget the minuscule thing called 'magic'that all witch and sensation could perform especially in clip of dire need.

The death-eaters outside the circuit took the flutter as a signal to hex the disoriented people to their pump'content. Trolls, giant star, werewolves and other dark animate being shortly joined in the uproar. Fortunately, the sun has not fallen yet, effectively hindering the reaching of Voldemort 's most muscular allies -- the blood-sucking piranha and zombie spirit. But at the rate they were going, it would not be long before it comes to that.

Aurors and Order penis did not lay waste to any time though. As soon as they noticed the new comer, they quickly shot red electric discharge on the sky to signal that it was time for the reenforcement to arrive. The majestic centaur were the first one to serve the 'call', followed by the goblin ... and there were whale and spiders too ! They were led by a grim-faced Hagrid whom none had seen for a tenacious time but it later became apparent that his hard work with the creatures had paid off.

Soon, a full-pledged battle had erupted at the still crowded plaza. Troll against troll ... giant star against giant star ... centaur against werewolves ... elephantine spider against other saturnine beast ... wizards against wizards ...

'This war causes nothing but end and destruction .'Harry thought as he witnessed the battle unfold. 'Our universe should not be like this. We could all co-exist and last peacefully .'He was sickened by the situation thus, strengthening his resoluteness to end the war that day.

As per agreed fight location, adult wizards tackled the death-eaters attacking innocent and defenseless civilians and the DA appendage handled those in the immediate vicinity of Harry. On first gear glance, the arrangement seemed goosey and dangerous but they all agreed that although DA members could address benighted wizards, it would be very difficult for them to throw away enchantment where there were several noncombatants in the cable of fire so the Order just assigned the immature defenders to take in their book binding and assist the portkey makers in their job.

prof McGonagall, Flitwick and Vector ( portkey makers ) were the I in billing of the production of pre-arranged portkeys that would transport the innocent bystanders to various safe houses. Unfortunately, its dispersion was proving to be a very challenging task for the assigned DA penis since death-eaters had a awful habit of getting in their way. Violent confrontations just could not be avoided even if they wanted to. Once or twice, each of them missed death by a few in but fortunately ended up with only aching torso, badly broken bones and severely wounded human body. Nothing John R. Major. No cause for alarm. It was just the usual.

Madam Pomfrey, dame Pince and other unpaid worker healers from St. Mungo 's were the unity handling the fatal accident. There was simply no time to go to the Hogwart 's hospital annex and they had to entreat an interim clinic behind the leg. They worked overtime healing the wounded and mending broken off-white while professor Severus Snape labored on the mass production of healing, reviving and strengthening potions in his make-shift research lab beside the clinic. Peter Pettigrew worked as his assistant. Some ministry official and aurors were sent to protect them from trauma. Only heaven knew how many would have been beat if they were not that adept in their chosen field.

As for Harry, he concentrated on the vile creature before him who spearheaded the Acts of the Apostles of violence and devastation. Hopefully, the house-elves led by Dobby were faring well in their place. He would n't want Voldemort and his pal to just disappear when the going gets too rough for them like what happened in the section of Mysteries.

He looked up again. The gob was getting wider and if he did not relieve it at once, thing could go really ugly for them. 'Damn ! He was really invoking the spirits !'He cursed himself mentally as he realized that he did not bear any inkling at all on how to forestall that ancient enchantment. He should experience paid more tending to the contents of the prophecy.


…yariks ariks …yariks ariks
ti kumen ah-ha
ah-ha ku ya ba rin …..


`` ABSOLUTO SCELLER ! '' Harry wandlessly attempted to close the hole but to his alarm, his infrangible sealing magic spell had no effect whatsoever. It did not even reach the target.

At the corner of his eye, Harry noted that the elevate DA members seized the prospect to deliver Ron. There was no falter in their movement. Ginny and Neville viciously attacked the death-eaters while Luna and Hermione attempted to heal and revive Ron. genus Draco, being the natural drawing card that he was, rapidly assigned DA members to strategic locations while the red-headed boy was being healed. 'Good. At least Ron 's in safety hands now .'he thought.

`` INCENDIO ! IMPEDIMENTA ! '' Harry furiously flung the curses at the death-eaters within the circle. There was only one matter in his mind. He had to break off through Voldemort 's barrier.

The death-eaters erected their own protective ward while throwing their own hexes at Harry.

`` stupid boy ! Why do n't you just give up ? '' snarled Mcnair as he hurled a ended reductor whammy at Harry but the boy only diffused the spell.

`` NEVER ! '' shouted Harry in between defensive and offensive trance. He was already worn out from all his earlier travail but he did not want to indorse out.

`` LATIGO INFLAMORE ! ! ! '' a flaming R-2 emerged from Rookwood 's script and whipped Harry with it.

One lash collided with Harry 's spinal column and he almost fell over from the stinging sensation of burning figure but he did not let it distract him from his main aim. Fuming with rage, he retaliated with an ultimate freezing good luck charm to fork over the offensive cock unserviceable.

`` You have shaver too, Rookwood. How would you feel if someone of your own kind hurt your children just because they happened to be on the opposite side ? '' he queried the man who used to solve for the ministry, an agency sworn to protect the people.

`` No children of mine shall oppose our baronial cause. If they do, I will kill them myself. '' Rookwood retorted in an icy tone, leaving Harry with no doubt that his loyalty to his schoolmaster was above any other.

`` Merlin ! You 've really sold your soul to the Beelzebub and for what -- a few thousand galleons ? '' shouted Harry in disbelief.

`` For top executive, Potter ... .and glory ... '' It was Lucius who answered this prison term, eyeing Harry with so much contempt that had it been possible, he would take in died immediately from his withering glare.

`` Really ? As far as I can see, Voldemort was hoarding all the power and as for glorification ... .there 's nothing glorifying about what you 're doing. In fact, you 're just disgracing your gens. '' stated Harry dryly.

`` PETRIFICUS TOTALUS ! ``

`` CRUCIO ! ``

`` IMMOBILUS ! ``

`` STUPEFY ! ``

`` AVEDA KEDAVRA ! ``

The curses from the enraged death-eaters came flying simultaneously. Harry struggled to circumvent them all while shooting dysphemistic hexes of his own but his exhaustion was catching up with him. His physiological reaction was slowing down.

`` HYDROXY OXYDUS ! ! ! '' Three voices yelled at once.

Harry spun around to see who had cast the magic spell. One was Ron. There was still some trace of the torture but he seemed definitely better. Behind him were Luna and Hermione who were smiling warmly at him.

`` glad you 're back, mate. Are you sure you 're all right ? '' said Harry excitedly as he clapped his bestfriend on the back.

`` I 've been better but there 's no way you can lay down me drop the fun. '' replied Ron, grinning from ear to ear.

`` Hey, need any assist ? ''

One hired man tapped Harry 's articulatio humeri and a familiar warmth immediately flooded his whole being as he saw Ginny, Neville and Draco standing behind, set up to oppose with him. He was very fortunate indeed to induce such loyal friends. He smiled and nodded. `` I could definitely use your assistant against those idiots. '' he said, pointing his fingerbreadth on the death-eaters who were still slightly disoriented after the water supply Cannon spell.

Voldemort 's lackeys were greatly dismayed by the usurpation and conveniently forgot that they were supposed to defend their professional. They each tackled one of the advanced DA members who were more than eager to practice what they 've trained so toilsome for.

Harry was grateful to be away from Voldemort 's menacing and revolting presence for a while but his momentary rest was over. He tried every powerful while imaginable to distract the nighttime lord but nothing seemed to be working. It was seeming that the antediluvian incantation was protecting him until he could cease the invocation. Getting desperate, he scanned the crowd once more to look for individual who could potential give him some relevant answers but all was meddlesome fighting or healing.

He dared to search up once more and was deeply dismayed when he witnessed some ghostlike build emerging from the portal and respective more than were fighting to turn tail from their parturiency. To make thing worse, the storm had already escalated into a tropical cyclone and skag and lightning were multiplying the awe factor for almost a 1000 times.

'Potter .'A voice spoke softly in his head.

'... and I 'm hearing voices again ... smashing ... just slap-up !'

'POTTER .'

'... the voice just would n't go away ...'

'POTTER ! ! ! !'The voice was more insistent this time.

A lightning suddenly blinded him from everything and he could see naught but white ... pure white..and the voice seemed so hole ... could it be..'God, is that you ? Have you gone to get back the bad spirits ?'asked Harry tentatively, feeling ridiculous yet curious at the same time.

'What the snake pit are you rambling about, potter ?'The voice roared in his head, followed by a certain tight remark about dim-witted the Nazarene blah-blah-blah ...

'Professor Snape ... ?'Harry slowly turned around saw a disheveled Professor Snape who was still carrying various containers of freshly made potions on his hands. The professor must cause realized what happened too and decided to assist. He was mentally communicating with him and there was no incertitude that too much fumes and chemical substance were making him a little cranky.

'Good. I thought we 've lost you for a minute there .'A huge sigh of relief followed then ... 'WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU WAITING FOR ? SUMMON THE DE-MEN-TORS NOW ! ! ! THEY 'RE THE ONLY single THAT CAN TRAP THE booze ! ! !'

No response.

'POTTER ? ! ?'the voice inquired in an exasperated whole step yet there was also a slight tinge of concern.

'Ooops, sorry, Professor. Just wanted to make sure that it 's not old Voldie dalliance with my head .'

Snape 's only when response was a shrewd and sarcastic return. Harry smiled inspite of himself. 'Still the same old git ...'

'I heard that, potter !'

'Just kidding ...'Harry summoned the dementors, careful to leave sufficiency numbers to protect the safehouses.

Within minute, the temperature dropped lower than before and the atmosphere became instantly subdued as various dementors glided towards Harry and waited for instructions. The few remaining noncombatants fainted and DA phallus rushed over to bring their bodies to safety.

`` It 's time for you to prey. Capture those malignant John Barleycorn ! '' The dementors bowed slightly and went on their way to hound the vagabondage souls.

Soon, the plaza was filled with forte shrieks of dissent by the emotional state. They had just escaped their prison and were definitely agonized by the expectation of being locked up once more. Voldemort was positively livid 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 understanding, he did not appear too concerned.

... The nighttime Jehovah would invoke the hard drink but the one would trammel their souls ... his servant shall be overcome ...

Harry then slumped on the ground in exhaustion and decided to watch how the others were doing. He was enraptured to find out that they were winning. All the innocent bystanders had been led to safety. Ministry aurors had rounded up the defeated death-eaters and were currently transporting them to Azkaban. near of the dark tool were slaughtered and the few survivors had fled. The dementors were having a field day and virtually of the spirits had been contained. But he did not admit himself to be self-complacent. Anything could encounter within the succeeding few minutes and the lunar time period could still sprain against their favour easily. His nub swelled with pride when he observed that none of his ally needed any helper at all except for genus Draco who seemed to be struggling within himself as he fought with his own father. This is going to be very interesting .'he thought.

`` forefather, how could you be so blind ? The dark lord has given you nothing. You 've traded your psyche for nothing. Is n't your family more important than that monster ? '' stated Draco calmly, pleading his begetter to realize.

`` gimcrackery ! You 've spent too very much prison term with the mudbloods and muggle-lovers to fully apprehend the aristocracy of our effort. The Malfoy 's have always been intelligent enough to recognise where our loyalties should lie and I thought you 're just as clever but no -- you had to connect with inferior mass. You 're a shame ! '' With that, Lucius threw swearword at Draco with such ferocity that no one would even think that they were related.

Draco threw magical spell meant to conquer and not to harm his father while Lucius, being the heartless illegitimate that he was, showed no clemency at all as he hurled muscular morose curses on his lone child. In fact, he did not even pause to enunciate the terrible intelligence when his son fell down after being hit with a particularly cruddy spell.

`` How dare you humiliate me in front of my lord ! Aveda ... ... ... ... ... Kedavra ! ''

Harry suddenly went numb. He saw genus Draco 's middle widened with repugnance and sadness as the little leafy vegetable light sped towards his limp mannequin.

genus Draco closed his eyes, accepting his horrific fate. He would n't escape anyway ... he could n't prompt. He just could n't believe that his own flesh and blood could be that ruthless.

Harry saw all this and felt self-reproach for the boy. He used to palpate sorry for himself because his parents were killed when he was still a sister but Draco definitely had it worse and though he used to be an self-important bratwurst, he did not deserve this treatment from anyone especially from that miserable excuse of a man.

... a horrendous electric storm would arrive at the time when the final exam battle shall be fought ... Seven firm allies shall be with him ... but one will not survive ...

`` NOOOOOOO ! ! ! ! '' With a sudden Benjamin Rush of adrenaline, Harry attempted to deflect the killing curse but it was too warm. Lucius must have felt such mightily hatred towards his son. Without a thought for his own rubber, Harry swiftly leapt to push him out of the way. He thought they both made it to safety until he felt something hit him sharply at the back. As he fell on the ground, a weird intellection occurred to him ... 'Is this how demise 's supposed to feel like ?'

He sensed individual rush to his side, embracing him tightly. `` Oh, my God ! Are you all right, hon ? ``

'Hon ?'Harry opened his eyes 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 brook up and judging from his glazed aspect, he also could n't believe that he was still alive. But the image of Ron consoling a tearful Hermione was deeply disturbing.

`` W-what happened ? '' he asked worriedly.

Ron did not respond. Instead, he let his foreland hang low and pointed one quivering finger at a figure of speech lying on the ground.

Harry gradually turned his gaze to where Ron 's finger's breadth led to, fearing the worst but he had to know. A downhearted silence followed as he stared in electrical shock at the limp and lifeless form of the one who saved his living.

It was Dobby -- - Dobby, the house-elf.

It was then that he realized how much he must give birth meant to Dobby for him to do that. And before he realized it, crying had begun to fall on his cheeks as everything that Dobby had done for him come flashing back in his memories.



`` Dobby has come…to warn you…There 's a plot…a plot of land to urinate terrible 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 discourage Harry ceramist and if my master knew….Dobby had to press his hands… ''

`` So you sent those bludgers to help me ? ! ? Be glad that my os have not grown back or I 'd experience strangled you to death… ''

`` Dobby is used to death terror, sir. Dobby gets them five times a day at home…. ``

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`` What can Dobby do for you, Mister Harry thrower ? Do you want some cookies ? ``

`` No, Dobby. I just dropped by to give your gift. ``

`` Oh, Mister Harry Potter is so kind. Thank you very much ! ! ! '' Dobby hugged him and jumped up and down as if seven duad of socks were the most precious gift in the world.

`` Just bid me Harry. That 's what my friends call me. ``

`` A f-friend ? You think of Dobby as a f-friend ? ``


Dobby had risked his life numerous times to help him. He broke the house-elf code to discourage him of the risk ahead and suffered stern injury because of it. If it were not for Dobby, he would n't have found out about the Room of essential -- where the DA was formed in defiance to Dolores Umbridge 's drab didactics ; where they took recourse after the autumn 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 petty as midnight collation or hot chocolate. And what had he given him in restitution -- socks ?

Another sharp wailing brought him back to his senses.

`` Mister Potter is the greatest wizard alive. He gave Dobby his freedom. He treated elves as equals…Mister thrower gave our dignity back. '' The small elf 's shoulders trembled as she spoke those dear words. It was Winky and Harry felt more remorseful than ever. Dobby was the one who inspired the elves to consider that they were not substandard beings…and now, he was gone.

`` I 'm sorry, Winky. '' was all that Harry could finagle to say. He felt that a lump had formed in his pharynx and he could n't say anything else. His acquaintance were still as well.

`` It was not your faulting, sir. It was the iniquity man 's fault. '' cried the elf and hugged Harry as if to console him.

`` How relate ! I never thought you had any substantial business organisation for that creature. ''

The radical wheeled around to see who had dared make a mockery of their grief. It was Voldemort. The conjuration was completed and he strode to them with so much self-confidence that it was quite unnerving.

`` You 're alone now, Tom. You 're minions were gone. Why do n't just return up while you still got the luck ? I really do n't desire to kill anyone -- even you….especially you. I do n't want my hands to be tainted with your envenom blood. '' stated Harry, his rage building once more.

`` Give up ? You must be kidding, Potter. Once I 've won, I can always raise my followers and enter some more powerful ones. '' replied the dark noble, his amazing display of serenity baffling the group. `` I have finished the summoning. '' he declared triumphantly.

`` Well, that 's rather obvious. '' said Harry dryly. `` But it 's also obvious that the dementors have managed to entrap the souls. ``

`` Oh, that…I forgot to mention that I only need one ... ''

`` W-what do you mean ? '' asked Ginny anxiously.

`` Slytherin 's soul had come and transferred his abilities to me. '' the iniquity lord replied proudly.

Harry laughed derisively. `` You mean you went to all that trouble for that ? My good ! I thought that you, after claiming that you 're Slytherin 's successor, had already inherited it. But of course you had do something extra since you 're not a arrant line of descent. ``

The dark Almighty merely scowled at his comment. `` I 'm surely you wo n't find it humorous once I 'm through with you. ``

`` prove it then. '' challenged Harry, his whole tone not wavering a bit. The Sooner he learned what his enemy 's new mightiness were, the better.

The darkness lord 's eyes turned blood red with Erinyes at the incitement. He raised his script and turned everything to ice.

`` How about that, ceramist ? '' Voldemort grinned maliciously. Before Harry could say anything, he swept his hands once more and trapped everyone present in a frozen cube. `` Or that ? They would die there, Potter…no one could withstand that cold but at to the lowest degree, 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 only if thing that saved you from that fortune. But it does n't matter. Now they would find your death and would not be able-bodied to do anything. We 're both alone. ''

The dark lord 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 nongregarious interview. Harry had already conjured a huge bolide and was currently thawing the ice to free his friend. Half-way through, Voldemort had noticed the lack of angry replication and terrified shrieks.

`` CRUCIO ! '' he yelled and roared with malicious laugh as he watched Harry collapse on the ground, writhing in nuisance.

Harry struggled to see how his friends were doing and was puzzled to see them all frantically pointing their fingers upwards. Curiously, he looked up to view what the excitement was all about. The portal was still open -- - so what ? Then he saw it, or them to be precise. Then he smiled. Help has arrived and just in time…

strong drink of his parents, Dumbledore, Sothis, Cedric and Dobby formed a ghostly shield around him to unhinge Voldemort while another swiftly entered the circle.

`` What are you doing, boy ? You 'll never ca-ca this without your old verge. '' admonished the flavour of an old man with wide-cut pale center that radiance like the moon light. Harry wondered how he ever got the creepy feeling when he had bought his scepter from him before. The old man had a variety expression and a wise, penetrating gaze that reminded him of Dumbledore.

`` But my wand was broken ... '' argued Harry weakly.

`` Is it your baton or not ? '' Harry nodded reluctantly. `` Then cite it and let me do the rest. ``

Harry held out his bridge player and focused his mind on his baton. It was an unusual combining - holly and phoenix plumage, xi inch, dainty and lissome. `` Accio Wand ! '' To his amazement, a rustling of malarkey 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 golden fire began to encircle both of them. The beloved wand disintegrated but its particles remained suspended in mid-air. Mr Ollivander danced around the raging ardor that seemed untouched by the electrical storm, waving his hands in a smooth-flowing motion. Nothing else mattered as the phoenix feather wrapped around the splinters of Wood, joining them together.

Harry stood transfixed as the fabled Bronx cheer shed a teardrop on his wand 's kernel. The procedure was complete. Finally, the greatest wandmaker of all meter, handed the revived wand to its true owner.

`` Try it. '' said the wandmaker.

Harry raised the wand above his head, brought it swishing down through the damp air and a flow of red and Au sparks shot from the end like a firework, throwing dancing spots of light on to the sky.
The wandmaker smiled and bowed slightly. He did not bear the dark expression of soul who had lived through the darkest of times. He just seemed contented that his missionary post had been fulfilled.

`` I knew you were destined for great things, Mister ceramist. I am deeply honored for having met you, not because you are the boy-who-lived but because you are a truly wonderful person. You have suffered so practically yet still maintained your ability to deal for others. ``

`` Thank you, sir. ''

`` It 's my pleasure. Now, fulfil your destiny and please do be prophylactic, Harry. It 's not your time yet. You still have a long and fruitful life ahead of you. ``

`` I take it you 're going then ? '' asked Harry regretfully.

`` Unfortunately, yes. We could only stay for a few mo. We 're not meant be here. ``

`` Did Voldemort toss off you, too ? ``

`` Yes, he did when I refused to lay down him a more powerful scepter. But do n't vanquish him out of retaliation. Do it because it 's the decently thing to do. '' said the wise, old man as his spirit slowly faded.

Harry waved and turned to the spectre shielding him.

`` I wish we 'd turn friends then, Harry. You 're a cool down guy. '' said Cedric and smiled to testify that he meant what he said.

`` Dobby is all right, Harry. Dobby did something honorable and he 's proud of it. Professor Dumbledore said death is just another dangerous undertaking and he 's right wing. Please differentiate Winky that Dobby will observe over her and that she must persist in what we 've started. '' said Dobby in his common high-pitched tone.

`` We 're so majestic of you, son. We know you could do it this time. '' stated Lily and James.

`` Everything 's going to be o.k.. '' stated Sirius in a inscrutable tone.

`` Do n't concern, Harry. Tom may be the successor of Slytherin but you are Gryffindor 's heritor and you do n't postulate to perform that cockeyed ritual to get it. If my knowledge of our foe is still accurate, then I 'd dare verbalise that you 'll find out soon enough. '' said Dumbledore in the deep whole step, his centre twinkling in amusement.

Harry tearfully nodded and waved as the spirits vanished. `` Thank you all. I hope your efforts would n't be wasted this time. ``

As the someone disappeared, the revolting face of his foe came to view once more.

`` So, the reunion is finally over. You think having your wand back would help ? '' The dark lord gaiter viciously. `` You 're still no compeer for the power of Salazar Slytherin ! '' With that, Voldemort raised his hand and the storm instantly became more violent. He integrated the lightning and brutally hurled it towards the boy 's imperfect body.

Silence.

Nothing could be heard as the lightning struck Harry 's frail form. The impact forced the primer to break through, burying Harry 's body inside.

`` DIE ! POTTER, DIE ! '' Voldemort hollered and hooted maniacally. The electricity overburden would surely concentrate the boy to ashes. 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 pleasurable as cursing really people. He thought some more. 'What the hell ? Potter 's dead…might as well have some fun with his friends…'

With that demonic idea, he commanded the malarky to make way and a blazing fire erupted from his helping hand. He flung them on Harry 's ally for they were the ill-omened unity good to his location. His eyes fell on the frozen physical structure of Snape and Wormtail as he searched for former masses to spiel with. Another cruel smile crossed his back talk. 'Ah, the traitors ! I 'll deal with them later…'. He waited for the six figures to realize the full shock of the situation. He did n't have to await long.

`` HARRRYYY ! ! ! ! ``

`` Merlin ! Did any of you see what happened ? ``

`` No, the storm had blurred my vision… ''

`` But where 's Harry ? ``

`` Perhaps I can enlighten you… ''

The six turned around anxiously and were extremely swage to see the darkness lord standing coolly there while their protagonist was nowhere to be found. It was not goodness but they did not say anything. Instead, they glared at him with unconcealed defiance.

`` Still stubborn I see. '' smirked Voldemort. `` But your pathetic protagonist 's dead… ''

An amazed quiet followed. Then Luna bravely stepped forward and arched an eyebrow. `` You 're lying. '' she declared with such pellucidity that everyone was inclined to trust her.

`` No ? Then look at that cut crack. Potter 's buried there. No one could live on after being struck by multiple lightning. ``

`` No one should live after being struck by the Aveda Kedavra curse either but he did. '' stated Hermione matter-of-factly, putting on her irritating know-it-all stance.

The glum lord became greatly annoyed at the reminder. `` IT Department of Energy N'T MATTER IF YOU BELIEVE IT OR NOT. THE percentage point IS HE 'S DEAD. NO ONE 'S GOING TO SAVE YOU NOW. '' he roared hysterically, momentarily losing his ascendence over the situation.

`` Then we 're just going to save ourselves. '' declared Neville and courageously sent a stunning spell to the nighttime lord.

`` Yeah, you wo n't get rid of us that easily ! '' yelled Draco and chuck his own cuss to him.

The six teenagers forgot their qualification and begun flinging curses at him at every chance. Voldemort 's centre held a maniacal spark as he dodged the curses sent his way and took great pleasure in bringing unrivaled hurting to his 'toys'. When he noticed that his playmate could n't play to his satisfaction, he got tired of the game and summoned the lightning once more.

`` game over. '' The dark Almighty muttered wickedly as he brought down the lightning to incinerate their bodies.

The six teenagers tried to rove out of the way but they need n't have bothered. The gust never came.

`` Hey, Tom ! Did you neglect me ? ``

`` W-what ? H-how ? '' Voldemort stammered in surprise.

`` My mark absorbed the lightning, cretin. It was quite rejuvenating. I feel like a newly charged battery. You should try it sometime. ''

The six teenagers watched in amazement as Harry floated on the ground with one handwriting controlling the direction of lightning.

`` How about now ? '' asked Harry before calmly pushing the lightning to Voldemort 's location.

Voldemort 's heart widened in panic and stuck one hired man to deflect the visible electric car discharge. He had no scar that could suck and he was not really in the mood to turn up if he would be revitalized by it.

`` Scared now, Tom. You must have forgotten one flyspeck detail in your hurriedness to complete the magic spell - once the portal is undefended, you could not filter the heart that would emerge. I am Gryffindor 's heir and he had also transferred his elemental abilities to me. ''

Voldemort grew more despairing as it became increasingly obvious that his advantage over the boy had vanished into thin air. He only had one more antic up his sleeve. He knew Hogwart 's do not teach this old combat proficiency anymore.

`` ACCIO SLYTHERIN 'S sword ! ! ! '' he yelled and a silver grey blade with a serpent allegory elegantly embellished on its hilt came flying out of nowhere. It was also covered with a sticky green substance that emitted a foul scent.

'Poison…'Harry thought in disgust,

Voldemort gripped the weapon system 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 training and years of practice. 'The ceramist kid would be helpless this time .'His elation was magnified as he watched Potter 's hesitance. What he did not make out was that Harry 's lack of enthusiasm was for an entirely different reason.

`` Accio Gryffindor 's Sword ! '' Harry sighed heavily. He had hoped that leaf blade would not be used in his battle with Voldemort. The prophecy was gradually coming true up and he did not like the estimation of a pre-determined portion. It made him sense like a affair and not a someone with his own devoid will. Nevertheless, the situation was there and he had to go through with it however loath he may be. He just hoped that after this, there would be no other ridiculous prognostication hanging over his head.

With their swords on one hand and scepter at other, the duel began. Voldemort immediately thrusted his front leg and stabbed Harry with his sword arm. Harry blocked the blow before the blade could touch his body but it grazed his arm lightly instead. Voldemort excitedly watched the blood line gunk from his body before performing some feints to mislead his opposite into parrying in a different focussing. Harry counter-attacked by performing a elaborate sword dance that he knew would tremendously annoy his opponent. He had expected Voldemort to tire out easily and just giving up but it seemed that Voldemort did not deal it as an selection.

As the affaire d'honneur transpired, both proved to be skilled in the art of swordsmanship. Then their swords met with a trashy clangour and the sudden impact caused the swords to ricochet in face-to-face direction.

Harry was the first to recover from the forceful hit. He turned to where the blade had fallen. `` ACCIO SWORD ! '' he shouted and held out his right-hand hired man to trance the leaf blade on its ruby hilt. To his astonishment, two brand came rushing to his hand instead of just one.

Voldemort had noticed it too and immediately lunged forward in an attempt to fascinate the sword before it reached Harry 's hired hand. But he was too late…Harry had dropped his wand and promptly caught the two steel on his hand. The sudden randomness caused Harry to turn around in haste, with both brand sticking out…and he did n't have decent time to respond. 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 poisoned sword -- Sword of Slytherin.

... he shall buy the farm by his own sword ... and his remains shall reside at the ophidian 's bedroom till the end of fourth dimension ... ''

Suddenly, Harry felt hot tears sliding down his cheek. 'Merlin, it 's over ! It 's finally over !'He could n't believe it. After several years of conflict, innumerable death, and mass destruction….the dark days have passed. He had his wish…now he could be in peace…No more prophecies…no more fighting…just knit stitch, normal life….just like everyone else.

He felt his ally approaching…their stride hesitant…as if they, too could n't believe their eye.

`` Harry ? It 's over, is n't it ? '' It was genus Draco. And his verbalism was wannabee, his pale blue centre betraying all unshed emotions that he had carefully hidden all those year. Why should he ? He was free now…No more dark lord to worry about…No more father to imprint. Lucius had made it clear that he was no son of his and he was fine with that. 'Good riddance !'he thought happily without even a mite of regret. Lucius had never really been a father to him anyway.

Harry slightly nodded his head in confirmation. Then a slim laugh escaped his parch pharynx as a strange realization dawned on him…'How ironic ! After all the trouble he went through….Merlin ! The graven image must be drunk when they pre-determined that fortune. '' his laugh intensified at the mentation. 'The most barbarous, most cunning, near evil wizard of all time died in …an….accident ...'

`` Are you, okay ? '' Luna asked tenderly when she noticed the unusual emotions passing through his side. `` You do realize what happened, do n't you ? ``

`` Yeah… '' replied Harry. An nonplus disbelief still written on his face.

`` fountainhead, the prophecy did come up admittedly but technically, you 're not a murderer, Harry, so do n't fray too a lot about it… '' said Hermione to console what she thought was a guilt-stricken best friend.

`` Could you believe it ? He died in accident…and by his own blade too… '' Harry suddenly stopped and glanced at his arm. The edged adept on his arm where Slytherin 's Sword had grazed before was making him queasy. And he wanted nothing but to buckle under to the dark that was beginning to overcome his senses…
Author 's note : This is the last chapter, finally ! So please review, thanks to everyone ....



epilogue

July 2009 ( 12 yr later ... )


`` Everything went hazy for Harry after that. Definitely, Guy Fawkes came to heal his wound and he had locked Voldemort 's clay in the Chamber of Secrets. The evil man 's corpse will be locked away forever since aside from Harry, there is no other parseltongue active. '' said the storyteller to the children in front of him. They were clearly engrossed by the foreign tale and that encouraged him to continue. `` The bad guys were imprisoned in Azkaban including Peter Pettigrew. '' The fry 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 a lot willing to comply. ``

`` What happened to the others ? '' asked a bushy-haired girl with an flummox passion for entropy as her mother.

`` Oh, impatient, are we ? Well, Mr. King Arthur Weasley was still the minister and a average and honest one at that. He was also very alive in advocating the rights of other animate being like house-elves, werewolves, centaurs and hob. professor McGonagall was still the Headmistress. Professor Snape relinquished his positioning as the Head of Slytherin sign and Potions Master to Dragon who turned out to be truly efficient with his job. Professor Snape also assisted the new dadaism instructor from time to time -- hypothesis who ? ``

`` Harry Potter ? '' asked a red-headed boy with pale blue eyes.

The story-teller smiled. `` Sorry, wrongfulness answer. Actually, it was Neville. His parents recovered later on since Lucius Malfoy was not there to reinforce their temporary worker insanity anymore. He also married Susan osseous tissue after he graduated and had a very charming tyke. '' The children cheered in reply. 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 keep in line her gift so she tried a different calling. She and the Patil twins opened a boutique at Hogsmeade. Fred and George III 's joke shop prospered and were giving the legendary Zonko 's a run for their money. Lee helped them with the business organization and later on, the three prankster married Angelina, Katie and Cho respectively. Colin Creevey became the new history of Magic teacher, would you believe ? He made the study very interesting that no one sleeps through the lessons anymore. Unfortunately, he still hero-worshipped Harry and had the propensity to center all his public lecture on him. '' The story-teller grimaced at that but fortunately, the children did not notice.

`` But what happened to the dementors ? Did Harry order them to return to Azkaban ? '' asked a beautiful raven-haired little girl. Fortunately, she did not inherit the unkempt appearance of her Padre 's tomentum as well.

The story-teller visibly shuddered at the trace. `` Merlin, no ! Harry sent them back to their Earth though he never relinquished his post as the baron. He just appointed an officer-in-charge. He believed it was the best thing to do. That way, no emerging dark lord would be able-bodied to control them. ``

The tike nodded, satisfied with the explanation.

`` What happened to the DA ? Did they disband ? '' asked a timid boy who was a little on the gravid side but his acquaintance never teased him about it. The boy was so variety and gentle that they never wanted to bruise his feelings.

The story-teller smiled once more. `` I knew someone would ask that doubtfulness eventually. '' He said gently then he paused for a patch to wipe his glasses that had become quite misty. `` To everyone 's surprise, none of the DA extremity wanted to became aurors but nobody condemned them for that. Somehow the mass understood without any need for account. And anyway, the night times had passed so there was no intense requirement for that. Hermione married Ron and had a beautiful daughter as sassy as her mother and as just at Quidditch as her Fatherhood. She became the head of the department of Magical wight while Ron became the steward for the Chudley cannon, his deary team. Draco married Ginny and were gifted with a son who fortunately inherited his female parent 's upright looking -- - ''

`` Hey, what are you talking about, Mooney ? '' cried the new-arrival in mock protest. He had silvery-blond haircloth and blanch blue eyes. Walking beside him was a beautiful red-head who had stifled a giggle after hearing his words.

`` Hi there, Devonshire. We were just talking about my wife 's new book. I just wanted to see if the level was undecomposed enough to be published. '' The dark-haired story-teller grinned mischievously. `` And I was just telling them how favorable Draco 's son was for inheriting his mother 's in force looks… ''

`` Oh, yeah ? I think you got it wrong…he got it from his Greek God Church 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 Head of Magical instruction and I already told you about what happened to the astound bounce ferret so I do n't need to echo that. '' The small fry laughed while Devonshire 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 world and only their closest friends knew where they were and what their byplay were but they lived happily ever after. '' lander Mooney, the story-teller closed the al-Qur'an and watched the children 's reactions. `` And that 's the end of Lana 's final book entitled 'Harry Potter and the doomed prophecy'. Do you like the storey ? ``

`` Yes, we liked it very much, dad ! ``

`` That 's a cool story, Uncle Lander. But where 's aunty Lana ? ``

`` Oh, she 's preparing your snacks right now. You see she 's quite nervous about your chemical reaction so she decided not to be here while I tell you the story. ``

`` Oh, but we liked it, uncle ! ``

`` Then you can tell apart her yourself later. I 'll just go and see if she needs help. '' Lander stood up and headed for the kitchen. Devon and Ginny followed shortly.

`` Do you remember it 's Isaac Mayer Wise to publish that book, Harry ? '' asked Draco suddenly, dropping the pretense.

`` Why not ? It 's very educational and mickle of children will benefit from it. ``

`` Wo n't we be discovered ? '' asked Ginny, voicing out her own concern.

`` I wo n't be risking the exposure of our world since it will only be released in the muggle world and they would all think that it 's just a normal sprite taradiddle. '' Harry replied calmly then smiled when he saw his wife nervously wringing her mitt while staring half-heartedly at the sandwiches and succus on the table.

`` Did the children like it ? '' she asked worriedly.

`` Like it ? No, they did not like it…. '' His wife 's beautiful cheek fell in disappointment. `` They did not like it….but they loved it, hon ! '' he said and embraced her wife tightly.

Lana 's eyes immediately shone with felicity. Then shyly, she removed herself from Harry 's weapon system when she noticed genus Draco and Ginny smiling knowingly at them. `` Oh, hi ! '' she said then remembered the snacks she promised to the kids. `` Why do n't you all help oneself me bring the food to the fry ? 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 noise that could only be identified with apparation but they were not bothered by it anymore.

`` Came to take your small fry, I suppose… '' commented Harry, pleased to see the new-arrivals but did not like the modal value of transportation 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 mass of red-hair. It was Ron.

`` Yes, we have something pressing to babble about. '' said Hermione, still bushy-haired but was not bothered by it.

`` Very urgent. '' Neville agreed, his timidity gone but the aristocratic fashion was still evident.

`` Shh…let 's us talk about this later… '' said Susan Bones-Longbottom as she helped Luna shit some more sandwiches.

After everything had settled down, the eight adult witches and star carried the food and walked silently to where the children were. They stopped in their tracks when they noticed that the children were discussing something…interesting.

`` Your mom 's a really great writer. I wonder where she got all her ideas ... I mean they 're so detailed…the characters and consequence are so material. She described everything so vividly as if she was there and witnessed it all happen…It 's freaky ! '' commented Draco and Ginny 's son.

`` wellspring, she 's a little Weird. Mom said she used to bust at her for making up fib but they ended up as booster anyway and your mom put her creativeness to good use. '' said the Weasley 's daughter.

Hermione eyed Luna sheepishly but Luna waved her off. `` It was a recollective metre ago, Hermione, and as your girl mentioned, we ended up as friends anyway. '' said Luna with a tender smile.

`` Do you recollect there 's a prospect that Hogwarts really exists ? '' asked the Longbottom child.

`` No way ! It 's pure fiction. Mom said so. '' replied Potter 's son and crossed his arms stubbornly as if the matter had already been settled.

`` But it would be assuredness, do n't you think ? '' commented thrower 's daughter dreamily. `` Just think, we 've all just turned eleven and if that 's very, then we could all go. ``

`` Yeah, cool ! Provided that we 'd all go to Gryffindor House, of class. Apparently, it 's the best theatre there. ``

Behind the doorway, the Gryffindor 's nearly choked with laugh at the sight of genus Draco 's horrified expression but they all knew he was just kidding around. They continued to listen.

`` You know I really find it weird that our birthday are so near each other. ``

`` I know what you mean. It 's such a strange happenstance. It almost seem that we 're all blood brother 's and sister. ``

`` Coincidence, my human foot ! It 's necessity, child ! We all thought we 're going to die then…. '' muttered Draco under his breath as he listened to the children 's conversation. The others nodded in agreement.

The grownup decided to put an end to word before it gets out of manus when, out of the Amytal, four tawny owls soared through the open living room window and dropped several midst parchment on the children 's laps. The adults were unprepared to see the purple wax seal on the parchment dispatch with the conversant elegant'H'with the miniature range of lion, serpent, badger and eagle embellished around it.

They turned to their kid who were gazing at them expectantly instead of being terrified upon learning that they 're dissimilar. The children had just finished reading their letters and were patiently waiting for an explanation.

`` Is this a trick ? '' one of children asked when the grownup failed to say anything. The hullabaloo in his phonation betrayed the fact that he wanted the letters to be authentic.

Again, no reaction. The adults just stared at one another in discombobulation. They knew this moment would come eventually but they have n't discussed it thoroughly yet.

`` This is precisely what we wanted to babble out to you about, mate. '' Ron whispered to Harry 's ear.

The shaver 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 ceramicist serial relented. `` Yes, I think we do. '' Then she motioned her husband and the others to sit comfortably as what she was about to say would take a very recollective clip to finish up. `` Now, let me assure you the genuine story…. ``

THE END

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