Chapter 10 - The Unexpected Arrival of the Dursleys and the Auror Trial

'' As I was saying, we need to go back to the Dursleys and get them here. No trouble with that because I can apparate us all back here but ... the problem is if we encounter some death-eaters along the way ... '' said Harry quietly.

'' What about extra protective cover ... .invisibility cloak or something ? '' asked Lee.

'' We can use the disenchantment charm for that. It 's safer and besides, we left some of our things at the ordering 's head -- - ''

'' prof MCGONAGALL ! ceramist 's missing ! Some death-eaters attacked the Dursleys ... '' said a panic-struck distaff phonation from behind.

'' We were capable to fend them off but the woman said ceramist left a few days ago ... '' growled another, unmistakably Moody's.

'' Mummy ! Mummy ! Why did they get us here ? They 're not going to kill us, are they ? '' cried a boy whose articulation was muffled.

The three peered from behind to obtain out who the new arriver were. Harry saw the Dursleys immediately. His uncle was clearly terrified but tried hard to hide what he thought was indignity on his component part while his aunt was undeniably distraught. His full cousin was hiding behind his mother 's dress, destroying his repute of being a notorious bully. He recognized Tonks and Moody too who seemed ready to have a warmness attack.

'' Calm down. Potter 's here. '' said prof McGonagall calmy, motioning them all to sit down and make themselves comfortable.

'So, she does n't give any contact from the orderliness too aside from if they come here personally .'noted Harry.

'' WHAT ? ! ? '' exclaimed Moody, his eyes rotating 360 level until he found Harry, Luna and Lee staring cautiously at them.

'' But prof, we guarded him tightly and we are sure enough he did not leave the theatre. '' protested Tonks, feeling bad at their failure.

'' I 've been telling you that he can apparate but you wo n't listen. '' argued Aunt Petunia. `` I also taught him how to use wandless conjuration ... ''

'' genus Petunia ! '' screamed Uncle Vernon who seemed to have forgotten his anxiety as he berated his wife for letting the foreclose language escape her lips.

Harry quickly strode to his auntie 's English. Luna and Lee came out of the darkness too and discreetly went to join the early DA penis to give them some privacy.

'' Explain yourself, ceramicist. '' said Helen Wills, glaring at him for causing them so lots stress.

'' I 'm no-account Professor Moody, Tonks ... I forgot that about the order members watching over the sign. You see, after being endlessly frustrated at the lack of news, I started to make good use of my time. I taught myself how to apparate and Aunt Petunia, being one of the dupe of a dementors attack before, taught me how to do wandless magic from retention. '' said Harry.

Harry quickly told them a heavily edited adaptation of the incidents after he and Luna left Privet Drive to visit Grimmauld billet. His story was greeted with shock, amazement and skepticism from his absorbed audience. He also shared with them the DA 's architectural plan of rescuing the Dursleys but he did not tell them the reason why. Mad-eye Moody shot him a questioning look but did not press on. Harry smiled at him in backup man. For some reason, he did not want his uncle and cousin-german to know about it.

'' Excuse me, Mr. Potter but I think your relatives need to breathe for now. I 'll take them first to their cubicle. '' interrupted Professor McGonagall.

'' No, Minerva, if you do n't mind, I wish to stay. '' said Aunt genus Petunia, surprising them all but Harry who seemed to do it More than he was letting on. Vernon tapped his foot impatiently but left with his son when he realized that his married woman was not going to switch her mind.

'' So, potter, what 's the literal architectural plan ? '' asked Tonks after they left.

'' We wanted to bring Aunt petunia so that she can tell us more about the dementor 's onset on a champion village forty age ago. We wanted to give her and early victim their powers back so that they can serve us win this war. '' said Harry confidently, giving the impression that it was something that had already been thoroughly discussed by the DA members.

Harry was startled when his aunt suddenly hugged him and murmured a soft 'thanks'to him. Tonks and Moody gaped at him in shock but professor McGonagall just encouraged him to go on. He then continued telling them about the Patronus osculation, Demeter, bringing the other DA penis and their plan to train for battle.

'' So basically, auror training eh ? '' questioned Moody, eyeing him intenly.

'' Yeah, something to that event. We can not go on hiding forever and the Order do not have enough members to protect us all the time. Let 's face it. We have to rail for war because WE are at war. '' said Harry, determination etched on his Loretta Young face.

Dwight Lyman Moody carefully assessed the Brigham Young man in front of him and paused for what seemed life eternity before he replied, `` Very well, then. If you all can get back here awake and without any major combat injury, I will coach you myself. But, if you fail, you will forget all about it. Consider this your entry test to auror training. ``

'' We 'll help oneself, too. '' said Tonks, looking at professor McGonagall for confirmation. She briefly nodded.

'' Thank you. Do n't worry, we will not miscarry. '' said Harry confidently.

'' Do n't be too for sure about anything, ceramicist. '' growled Helen Wills Moody. `` When is it again ? ``

'' Next Monday. ``

'' OK, we 'll be back that day and make sure you 're all in one part. '' With that, Professor Moody and Tonks swished their cloaks and disapparated to heaven knows where.

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'' INCENDIO ! '' shouted Seamus, sending a chair on fire, surprising even himself at his progress.

'' PETRIFICUS TOTALUS ! '' screamed Anapurna at Lavender who immediately fell after being hit by the body-bind curse.

'' Accio wands ! '' said Lee almost lazily, sending the wands of Colin and Dennis flying to him. He grinned wickedly as he returned their wands.

Colorful sparks flew around hit and deflecting the walls and boob strategically placed within the training elbow room. The radical started their own grooming to prepare for the second mission. Harry told them about Moody 's challenge and that encouraged them to do their best. professor McGonagall and Madam hooch built a solid elbow room within the Room of demand ( which magically expanded ) which served as their preparation ground. They put a silencing charm on the room so as not to distract the former occupants.

'' HYDRO-OXIDUS ! '' shouted Ron, immediately pinning Hermione on the paries with the strong water cannon spell he conjured. He quickly stopped the spell and rushed to the nearly drowning Hermione.

'' trade good one, Ron ! That was very powerful ! '' exclaimed Hermione at once, proud at her bestfriends progress. Harry gave him a thumbs up from across the room.

'' PROTEGO ! '' cried Luna as Harry hit her with the cruciatus curse. The effect of the spell was minimized but still made her writhe in pain. The others stopped what they were doing and gaped questioningly at Harry.

'' Harry ! It 's illegal ! We should not be doing that ! '' exclaimed Hermione at once.

'' Finite Incantatem ! '' Luna stood up at once. Harry continued explain, `` Yes, I know, but charging from experience, death-eaters prefer using unforgivable cuss on their enemies. We need to learn how to counter those curses. ``

'' B-but -- -those are illegal. '' Hermione stated weakly. Ron nudged her lightly, shutting her up.

'' Never stopped the death-eaters, did it ? '' said Harry mildly. `` Let 's pair up again and practice defending ourselves against those go, particularly the imperius curse. I 'm trusted none of us would enjoy being controlled by the enemy. Like this..IMPERIO ! '' shouted Harry unexpectedly at the unprepared Seamus.

Everyone stared in amazement as they witnessed how Seamus climbed the bulwark, breakdanced on the floor, declared his undying love for Lavender, and stunned Colin. The others glared at Harry for this.

'' Please do n't be mad at me. '' pleaded Harry gently. `` It 's just to designate how the imperius whammy works. It controls the mind of the somebody completely and if ordered, they will not hesitate to hurt even the single they love most. '' His friends nodded in understanding. He released Seamus from his command and instructed the others on what to do.

After various days of rigorous grooming, all became adept at fighting the imperius nemesis, even Brigham Young Dennis who seemed so weak at first could totally throw it off. Disillusionment good luck charm was a cinch but apparition was met with some difficulty. But all were able to apparate quite well eventually though not as estimable as Harry yet who could not only apparate former people with him but also pass anti-apparition barriers. Their shield spell also became solid. They discovered that if they conjure the charm spell together, it will form a carapace strong enough to force back inexcusable oath completely.

The side by side morning, Ron called for a meeting to hash out their strategies.

'' Here is the group list. We separated them according to their relative distance from each former. The house-elves are going to guide us to their location so we do n't consume to concern about that. '' said Ron, handing each of them a transcript of the group. `` I trust that any personal differences shall be ignored at this moment. Is there any problem with the grouping ? ``

Group # 1 : Harry, Luna, Dennis - Hannah, Katie, Susan, Terry
Group # 2 : Ron, Lavender, Padma - Angelina, Ernie, Zacharias, Alicia grouping # 3 : Hermione, Parvati, Seamus - dean, Fred, George IV, Neville
mathematical group # 4 : Lee, Colin, Cho - Michael, Anthony, Justin

'' The team leaders are Harry, Ron, Hermione and Lee. Are you ok with that ? '' said Luna. The others nodded in assent.

'' Since this room and their location have anti-apparition barriers, we need to go to Hogsmeade first and apparate from there to a point near the safe- theatre and bring the other members there before apparating back to Hogsmeade. Okay ? '' said Ron.

'' But how do we go to Hogsmeade ? '' asked Seamus.

'' The same way that the Death-eaters came here, of path. '' said Lee.

'' Would n't it be safer if Harry just apparate us to the home ? '' asked Cho.

'' Yes, it would be good but we would n't teach that way. We did n't train like madmen here if we 're just going to let Harry do all the work. '' said Ron heatedly.

'' That 's good enough. By the way, Cho and I made another spate of fake galleons and put a more advanced protean charm there. If before, it only tells the date and time of the DA meetings now it can inform us if any of our acquaintance are in peril. '' said Hermione to distract Ron, giving each of them a fake galleon and gave the drawing card the coins for the other members.

'' If it burns very hot, it means someone 's in peril and you only need to wait at the galleon to know who 's calling for assistant. '' added Cho.

'' You 're really brilliant ! Thanks ! '' exclaimed Ron, forgetting his irritation at Cho as he stared at the golden coin with in his hand with DA etched on its surface.

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'' We 're ready. '' declared Harry during lunch. `` Today is Sunday ... Tomorrow we must go and bring our comrades-in-wands back. If you have any incertitude about this mission, say it now. Otherwise, it will be too late. '' he paused to see if any of them wore a tiny intimation of reservation on their faces but what greeted his eyes were supreme determination and unmatchable courage. The group was almost glowing with it. `` All right. We will fulfill here and leave at exactly 6 am tomorrow. relaxation well for now. We will necessitate our potency. '' Chapter 11 - The Second Mission

'' Umm ... Harry, can we talk ? '' said Ron tentatively.

'' indisputable. '' said Harry as he led Ron to a nearby sofa.

'' Umm ... about Ginny ... I mean ... ''

Harry nodded in understanding. `` You 're asking if we are going to rescue her too ? '' he glanced at Ron who looked tormented with the thought of his only sister suffering at the hands of the enemy. `` What do you reckon ? Silly, of trend we are. We just call for to tone up ourselves first. ``

Ron sighed with backup man. `` Thanks, married person. I just need to hear that. You know, before tomorrow. ``

'' Do n't worry. I 'm for certain Dumbledore -- -- '' Harry suddenly stopped. Ron eyed him questioningly. `` zilch ... I just remembered that Dumbledore was the one who adviced me to go here. ``

'' But how ? He was captured weeks ago. '' said Ron.

'' I think he used mental telepathy to mouth to me. waiting, I 'll try if I can do it mould reverse. I also want to ask him a few questions myself. '' said Harry, concentrating hard on the master 's face until it became solid in his mind.

'' prof, can you get word me ? ``

'' Harry ? ``

'' Yes, professor, are you and Ginny allright ? ``

'' Yes, do n't concern about us. centre on your plan for tomorrow. ``

'' Ok. Professor, I want to ask you something else if you do n't take care. Do you ingest any idea how I can be talking to you right now ? And why did my scar stop hurting. The painfulness is supposed to be intense now but I do n't have any imaginativeness anymore. ``

'' No, I do n't mind. The shock you gave me when you almost demolished my billet last-place June made me actualize that. As for the foremost question, I think some of your inert king surfaced at last due to the urgency of the post. As for the second question, I can only presume that Voldemort has been closing his mind to you too to prevent you from discovering his plans. He does not require to adopt prospect now that he 's winning the war. ``

'' Oh ! '' was all Harry could say to that.

'' Be careful tomorrow, Harry. ``

'' We will. Thanks, prof. yield fear too. '' With that, Harry cleared his brain again and started to tell Ron what the master had told him about Ginny. He was exhausted from the endeavor but seeing the relieved expression of his best ally was Worth every ounce of energy he spent.

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Mon, 5:45 a.m. at the breeding Room

All the members of Dumbledore 's Army, wearing extra DA cloaks magically sewn by their house-elf friends, were nervously pacing the storey while waiting for the signal to get out. The team leaders were currently reiterating the programme and outlining all possible scenarios to their several groups. prof McGonagall carefully stayed away from their path to avert increasing their focus. As the clock struck 6:00 a.m., all penis disillusioned themselves and silently followed their leaders to the path that led to Hogsmeade. They were glad to determine the place deserted except for the house-elves nervously waiting for their arrival.

'' Remember, the hale mental process should guide no retentive than 15 minute of arc. If anything happens, just press the coin and the relief will try to help if they can. Also, as soon as the chemical group has completed its military mission, replication to the breeding room immediately and wait for the others. We 'll ingest a short group meeting afterwards. OK ? '' said Harry. `` House-elves included. ``

The others mouthed a silent `` yes '' followed by swishing of cloaks and little 'pops'as the DA penis apparated to their destinations.

Several instant later, Ron 's and Lee 's group arrived safely at the training Room. No one said anything as they waited for the others to return. Some resorted to reading while others played solo star chess to while away the clock time. Each constantly checking the time and wondering what 's taking the others so long. It had been almost an hour. Some unconsciously held the coin as if expecting it to burn soon. The wait was almost unbearable when they heard contention erupting outside the room and it seemed to be getting nearer.

'' HOW DARE THE TWO OF YOU ! DID N'T WE SPECIFY THAT WE 'LL ejaculate FOR YOU AT EXACTLY 6:05AM ? DID N'T WE CLEARLY res publica IN OUR LETTER THAT YOU SHOULD BE READY WHEN WE ARRIVE TO weft YOU UP ! WE ALMOST GOT KILLED BECAUSE OF YOUR IRRESPONSIBLE deportment ! ``

The threshold suddenly opened and in came a livid Hermione followed by James Byron Dean and highly embarassed twin. Parvati was assisting Seamus who was limping with pain but assured everyone that he just tripped on the way back and was not cursed by the death-eaters. Ron let out his breathing spell which he never realized he was holding when he noticed Hermione enter the room.

'' But the gnome ate the letter, honestly ! '' said George.

'' Yeah, we were just starting to say it when the gnome grab it from our treat hands and shoved it down its throat. '' added Fred.

Hermione was about to bedamn them to oblivion when Ron, upon realizing what 's happening, hastily step in.

'' Really ! You know, you do n't necessitate to make miserable alibis. A simple excuse will do. '' Ron glared at them.

The twins looked nervously at one another. It never occurred to them that trivial ickle Ronniekins would dare tell them off for anything. But he was right. Mustering enough courageousness, they both looked at Hermione and mumbled something that sounded lile `` we 're sorry. '' Hermione just rolled her optic at them and walked to the other contribution of the room. Then, as if suddenly noticing something, she returned to where Ron was.

'' Where 's Harry 's grouping ? '' she asked Ron.

'' They 're not here yet ! ``

'' WHAT ! '' shouted Hermione in panic. She quickly checked her check. `` It 's to a greater extent than an hour ! ``

As if on cue, the threshold opened again and all eyes turned to the new arrivals.

'' guy wire, is Luna here ? '' Harry suddenly asked, scanning the people in the room.

'' Why ? What happened ? '' asked Cho who walked over to conjoin the conversation.

'' We do n't jazz actually. When we apparated to Hogsmeade, she was still behind us but when we arrived there, we discovered that she 's not with us anymore. We checked the place and even went back to the safe sign of the zodiac but we ca n't find her. '' said Katie. Harry looked distraught.

'' sea captain Harry ceramicist, Dobby is looking for your admirer, Luna. Do n't occupy. '' said Dobby quickly and disappeared. The other house-elves followed too.

All stared into quad without any estimation of what to do next. The others did not really like Luna. Some even thought her mad but the site called for some unity and any fighter for the serious side should be treated with respect and business organization. Their anxiety was tripled as they felt the coin combustion. Each took out the coin and saw the words -- -- -- `` assist ! Luna ! The pettifogger ! '' blinking fast.

Without wasting anymore fourth dimension, Harry called Dobby and requested him to find oneself out where the caviller was. Within seconds, Dobby arrived with the exact location and Harry apparated to the caviler 's billet where a shocking sight greeted him. Luna was fearlessly fighting her attacker - 4 death- feeder. Dodging hex and sending out several trying to buy some time until help arrives.

Harry quickly pulled his own wand and tried to get close to Luna to screen her from some of the more advanced curses, thankful that the attackers did not look to be very adept at cuss yet.

'' ESTUPENDO ! '' he shouted at them and the foeman backed away quickly, staring at their wands as if wondering why they were holding such a dolt small-arm of wood. Harry smiled as he started to ran to Luna 's side of meat. His smiling faded, however, when he heard loud pops again as more death-eaters entered the office. The battle continued.

'' CRUCIO ! '' one of the death-eaters immediately cursed Harry but he was able to duck in time.

Harry realized that he need to get Luna soon so they could run but the death-eaters made them too busy. The four death-eaters were still behaving oddly but the new comer were more receive than the initiatory four. They never gave them metre to breath. Curses flew across the way at lightning speed. Harry saw Luna struck by a stunning spell. He quickly revived her and was exhausted himself when he heard various more popping. The death- eaters stopped to bet at the new arrivals too, not expecting any reenforcement. But they were surprised when various curses hit each of them as ten DA fellow member who already started training arrived.

'' YOU IDIOT ! Why did you disapparate suddenly ? '' shouted Hermione in between curses. `` I thought we 're not supposed to go anywhere alone, especially in situations like this. Whatever happened to the 'strength in Book of Numbers'speech you gave utmost time ? '' she continued furiously.

'' Sorry. I guess I did n't think. I was too ... .never idea. Sorry again. '' mumbled Harry as he helped Luna up.

'' Hey, Harry ! Let 's try that 'collective-defend-and-attack'strategy we practiced before. '' shouted Ron, clearly enjoying himself.

'' Yeah, cool ! '' shouted the others. Harry smiled inspite of himself. His champion did not appear terrified anymore. In fact, they seemed to throw the upper helping hand in this little encounter. He gave Ron a liberal rein to result the commands.

'' constitution ! '' shouted Ron. They DA members quickly surrounded the bewildered death-eaters, stuck out their wands and simultaneously yelled, `` ABSOLUTO PROTEGO ! '' A rainbow shield covered the DA members. Then without removing their wand, Ron shouted, `` HYDRO-OXIDUS ! '' at the stunned death- eaters with the effect of the spell multiplied six clock time due to the combination of their powers.

It hit the death-eaters forcefully and smashed them to the wall, sending some of the office equipments to hang on the ground. Sensing defeat, they quickly disapparated to mend themselves somewhere and glared maliciously at the DA phallus as they did so. Harry then quickly put up some defensive spells around the office to forefend another encounter.

Hermione, still clearly annoyed at the bit of events, glared at Luna and asked heatedly. `` Can you please elucidate us why we are all here now instead of the grooming Room ? ``

'' I apologize. I just could not defy the impulse to travel to my dad 's position before I go back. There 's something that I need to check because I do n't believe that my father is short. '' Luna said evenly while Harry held her hand in support. Cho 's eyes narrowed when she noticed it.

Hermione 's face visibly softened. `` Did you find out anything ? ``

Luna got up and retrieved two pots of industrial plant from under one of the table, probably his founder 's. One was dead, the other was still blooming. They all stared at the plant unable to comprehend what it meant but Hermione appeared to be deep in thought.

'' These are not ordinary plants. My mother enchanted them to live magically. One represented her, the former represented my father and third base me. My don brings my plant wherever he goes because it gives him an idea of my current consideration. The one representing my mother is suddenly but the one representing my founder is still alive. So, it means ... .it means he 's still animated and just hiding or probably captured somewhere ... ..but still alive ! '' Luna said tearfully and the others, sympathizing with her finally understood why she had to do it.

'' Luna, I may not know how to bump your Fatherhood now but I think we can do something to make his disembodied spirit come alive. '' said Hermione brightly, trying to pretend up for her rudeness a while ago.

'' What do you mean ? '' said Luna cautiously.

'' All publications have stopped operating or forced to conclude because of the current office. Who shall give word to the people then ? Who shall inform them on what to do or where they can go for assist if anything happens ? The ministry is almost useless nowadays so I believe the most we can do is .... '' Hermione hesitantly glanced at the others before she declared, `` I think we must reestablish ... .The Quibbler. ``

A hushed silence followed her pronouncement.
Chapter 12 - face-off at the Quibbler

'' I beg your amnesty ? '' Parvati said, eyebrows slightly raised and with arms folded across her chest.

'' You must be kidding ! '' sneered another incredulous part which turned out to be Cho. `` No one reads that rubbish, you know. ``

Harry glared at the two girls while still holding Luna protectively. `` Quibbler 's reputation may not be that good but it was the ONLY newspaper that bravely published the truth about Voldemort 's return when the others were too busy slandering me. '' he said venomously.

'' I am not forcing it on you and besides I have n't even agreed to that yet. '' said Luna, glad for Harry 's backup and unconsciously leaned slightly on his bureau. She felt Harry put her blazon around her lightly as if it was the most natural affair to do but she did n't mind. She felt affectionate and secure and slightly light-headed.

'' Well, I still think the idea stinks ! '' shouted Cho much to Luna 's embarrassment and to the astonishment of all.

'' Cho ! '' gasped Hermione. This was not exactly the reaction she expected when she stated her melodic theme. `` You do n't make to be so primitive. We 're on the same slope here in case you have n't noticed. ``

'' I do n't want our report to be tainted by that part of ice ! It 's bad enough being on this situation without adding insult to our injuries. '' Cho declared stubbornly.

'' So, is that what you care about ? Your pudden-head repute ? What about the true statement ? Or would you favor that the world be unwitting in this Chaos ? '' cried Luna angrily, shaking her head in disbelief that person from her own house, supposedly the sign of the most clever ones, would utter such meaninglessness. She turned to Harry and let her tears flow on his shoulder. Harry, oblivious to all, embraced her tightly while murmuring words of creature comforts to her.

The former DA member just stared at the scene in nominal head of them, not really sure on whose incline to take. But they were quite turnover and confused about the situation. They thought that after what they just went through, everyone would do more compassionately towards one another. They SHOULD behave that way. And when did Harry and Luna became a couple ?

'' Do you think your father would heed if we use his paper to release the atrocities of Voldemort and what the unharmed residential area can do about it ? '' Hermione suddenly asked Luna, making a mental note to ask Harry about the PDA later.

'' Well, if you put it that way ... .I think he will be very proud to be a share of it. But who would pen the clause ? '' said Luna, focusing back on Hermione 's thought now much to the irritation of ridiculous menage fellow who seemed on boundary for some reason that she could not fathom.

'' We, of line. Colin and Creevey can take care of the pictures and the residuum of us could take our crook writing the articles. We do n't receive school right now so we have so very much time in our hands. '' The Creevey comrade looked excited at this but a few groaned at the thought process of doing paper work.

'' It 's for a salutary cause, guy wire. '' prodded Harry. `` Besides, Hermione will be the one to spell all the John Major article and the column. Do n't worry. '' he added with a sly grin at Hermione.

'' So, is it all agreed then ? '' prompted Hermione.

'' Are you really going to write all the Major stuff ? '' asked Lee.

Hermione glared at Harry who simply shrugged his shoulder joint and shot her an'I'm-Innocent-Don't-Look-at-Me-Like-That'spirit. `` fine. '' she said finally.

Everything went smoothly after that. several hint flew into the air regarding what to write about, when to publish and where they were going to get the funds. They would suffer stayed longer if Harry had not remembered something.

'' wait on, guys, I think we better get back now. We have a get together with Professor Moody -- -- Where 's Cho ? '' He looked around and saw the pretty Asian girl sobbing furiously on a swiveling hot seat behind a desk overflowing with playscript and document. He let go of Luna and walked towards her. 'Crying again !'he thought, wondering what made her cry now. She was a walking tear last year when Cedric died and the memory of her walking out of their appointment in crying did n't exactly endear her to him.

'' What 's the problem, Cho ? '' he asked gently.

'' Oh, Harry ! '' cried Cho. She threw her arms around him and tried to osculate him but Harry resisted and carefully pried her arms away from him. Not a very smart motion because then, Cho suddenly slapped him and screamed angrily, `` So, I 'm not adept enough for the wizard the Nazarene now, am I ? And who do you like now ? That silly Luna ? You could do better than that, you two- timing liar ! Why not granger or Ginny ? At least they 're both pretty and intelligent. It 's so mortifying to be dumped for someone like HER ! '' she pointed her finger's breadth at a stunned Luna.

'' Do n't ring her poor ! At least Luna does n't get all teary-eyed in every stressful place. Besides, Luna and I are just supporter and there 's nil between you and me anymore so whoever I escort does not concern you now. And do n't ever call me a two-timing liar, you were the one who dated somebody else first. '' said Harry angrily, berating himself for being crackbrained enough to go down for this narrow-minded girl.

The former DA members, except Luna whose middle were transfixed on the wall, looked at each other awkwardly and tried to busy themselves with trying to figure out how to manoeuvre the machines there. The authority was quite impressive now that they had taken the time to observe it and its content. Magically manoeuver printing machines were strategically placed to make the place seem spacious. The folders in the file storage locker were all in order and judging from the posters and smiling pictures on the wall and tabular array, they assumed that the working human relationship of the employer and the employers was quite harmonious.

They were enjoying themselves. But no sum of distraction, however, could defecate them go wrong to notice how Cho tried to bedamn Luna and how Harry sent the spell back to its conceiver. ineffective to say anything, they watched as Cho, hiding her now pus covered face, exclaimed in horror and fury as she hastily tried to think the trance 's counter-curse. Luna seemed unaware of it but Harry was full of disappointment and frustration.

'' WHAT 'S THE MEANING OF THIS ? ARE N'T YOU SUPPOSED TO BE AT THE HEADQUARTERS BY NOW '' growled a very comrade vox after a soft 'pop'. They all turned to the person with their wands out. They heaved a sigh of relief when they recognized who it was -- -- Professor Moody. His normal eye was eyeing Cho with great oddity while the other was scanning the room for some cover opposition. His 360-degree eye stopped at the pot of four mask figures jumping up and down in a far niche of the position. `` And who are those half-wit ? '' he asked pointing in the direction oh the cloaked figures.

Harry gasped as he followed Moody 's gaze. `` stupid person death-eaters ! I did n't realize they are still here. '' he stated apologetically.

'' Obviously. '' Moody spat as he approached the figures.

The death-eaters let out terrified yelps when they saw the professor. Who would n't ? With his rotating eye, wooden leg and heavily scarred expression, Moody looked like an improperly reincarnated corpse. That, aside from his usual paranoia and unorthodox way of handling a spot, was frightening enough.

'' Who are you ? '' demanded Moody at the four cowering figures who only looked dumbly at one another.

'' W-what ? '' one asked fearfully.

'' I SAID WHO ARE YOU ? '' repeated Helen Wills, pointing his scepter at them but still they could n't look to understand his question.

'' E-er, professor, I hit them with the stupidity curse a while ago. '' Harry offered the information. Moody 's back talk twitched slightly at that and muttered some turn to slay the cloaks from their heads.

'' That 's Crabbe and Goyle ! '' exclaimed Ron. `` Harry, your curse word was a permissive waste of time. They 're already stupid ! ``

'' Pansy ! '' Hermione could n't conceive Voldemort was recruiting children to be his servants.

'' The other one is called Nott ! His father is also a death-eater. '' said Harry.

'' Hmm ... .come on, let 's bring them to the new headquarter. We might find out some utile selective information from them. '' said Moody gruffly as he tied the death-eaters and made his way to the fireplace. He dumped them unceremoniously in it before stepping in himself. Others followed suit until only Harry and Luna remained.

Harry, still remembering the uncomfortable feel of using the floo meshwork. decided to apparate instead. Luna was already stepping into the fire when he quickly grabbed her helping hand and spun away to the Training elbow room where the others were waiting for them.

'' Where 's Moody and the others ? '' asked Harry when they arrived.

'' They are with prof McGonagall right now but he told us to stay put here and wait until he comes back. '' answered Hermione.

Now that the immediate danger had passed, they all talked about the day 's events animatedly while waiting for Moody 's arrival. Some flourished it up a bit to make it vocalize more exciting. One even went as far as claiming that he had almost beaten Lucius Malfoy to the ground in a affaire d'honneur, in which his group mates laughingly protested that he could n't know it for trusted because the enemy wore masquerade party and disapparated quickly when they sensed their disadvantage.

Everyone was in a jolly mood after that except for one extremely middling girl who discreetly stayed away from the others while her oculus were gleaming with hatred as she looked on the happy faces of a handsome black- haired boy and a blond-haired girl wearing a dreamy expression on her font. However, her locution turned blank as soon as Professor McGonagall and Professor Helen Wills Moody entered the room.

'' I 'm happy that all of you returned safely and without a trace of any major accidental injury however, I am not at all happy about what happened afterwards. '' said Professor McGonagall. `` Professor Helen Wills Moody has informed me that you had an UNPLANNED visit to the Quibbler 's office and fought various death-eaters there. Had your enemies been adult dark wizards, you would suffer been severely injured or defective, killed by now ? '' she continued, eyeing each of them carefully. `` maintenance to secern us what really happened ? ``

Each of the DA members present at the Quibbler tried to excuse at once but after seeing the irritated look of the instructor, they willingly let Hermione do all the talking with the early squad leader adding some detail from sentence to time. As if planned, no one bothered to advert the dissension about the Quibbler and the issue with Cho.

'' Very well, then. I understand but this must never happen again. '' said the Stern professor.

'' So, that 's settled. Are you all going to undergo auror training ? '' Professor Moody scrutinized each of them, sizing them up. He stopped at Hermione who looked as if she was on the brink of saying something and decided against it.

Harry, however, did not waver. He stared hard at Cho before he spoke clearly, `` professor, i hate to say this but all of us are going to train ... except for Cho. '' he declared.

'' May I ask why ? '' asked Moody, recalling the view he witnessed when he arrived at the Quibbler.

'' She has an position problem that I believe may be unsafe to our mental process. '' answered Harry with a sure thing that shocked the others.

Cho, unusually silent since the professors came, quickly exploded with rage. `` HOW DARE YOU ! IT 'S YOU WHO HAS AN mental attitude problem, NOT ME ! '' she eyed the others warily. `` YOU ALL AGREE WITH HIM ? TO HELL WITH YOU ALL ! I QUIT ! '' With that, Cho hastily removed her DA cloak, threw it on the base and left the room after throwing one close disdainful blaze at Harry and Luna.

author 's musical note : Thank you all for reading my story. By the way, I would wish to address the vernacular comment regarding Harry 's ability to apparate. Harry or any early impregnable magician ( like Helen Wills Moody ) can apparate to Hogwarts due to the weakened anti-apparition roadblock ( weakened only, not totally gone ) after the massive tone-beginning of death-eaters there. Also, since the enemy are arrogant enough to assume that their victims will not recall, they have not inspected the shoes ... yet ... so the occupants are still safe ... as of now. Some DA extremity will recrudesce their powers more and will be able to pass through the anti-apparition barriers later.

If any reader is still unconvinced, delight just let it pass. After all, this is just a tale and I am just enjoying myself. Happy interpretation and I hope you wo n't draw a blank to reexamine : - )

Chapter 13 - Another Mission for Dumbledore 's Army

'' Smooth ... .very smooth ... '' commented Hermione sarcastically.

'' I just did what I had to do. '' said Harry simply and quickly left the room, not wanting to blab out to anybody at that specific moment. wayward to what the others must have thought, he was not that insensitive. After Cho 's attempt to kiss him at the Quibbler 's berth, he had a hook suspicion on what might experience possibly triggered her rum behaviour. Cho wanted him back. Unfortunately, Harry did not share that feeling anymore. He now realized that dating her had been a error. He only liked her, not loved. He liked her because she was very pretty and really talented in his preferred play but he now knew that all of it just amounted to a mere adolescent press and nothing more.

He thought that Cho realized that misidentify too after she started dating Michael recess but he was wrong. It seemed that she had decided that he was still a better grab and would kibosh at nothing to get him back. That scared him out of his mental capacity. Seeing her eyes glow with anger like that and her effort at cursing mortal who did n't even do anything to her made him mean that he can not be trusted. She had a grave run and might even betray them all if given a chance ... just out of venom ... .and he can not allow that ... For his and her sanity and the refuge of their admirer, she should not be allowed to learn advanced nemesis ... yet, maybe later after she developed some sense of collective responsibility. But now, she had to find peacefulness in herself first. 'Sometimes, it 's really kinder to be barbarous .'thought Harry before he fell into a deep and uneventful sleep.

Before the sun was up, Harry found himself being dragged to the breakfast table by an overeager Ron. He did n't really want to wake up that too soon. He figured that a dainty long slumber could elucidate his creative thinker of any worries but Ron seemed too excited to be ignored. Gradually, he ate his breakfast, slightly wondering why they had to jump that early on. Even the professors were still napping with the exception of Professor McGonagall who seemed to be 'on-duty .'

'' Why ? '' he asked Ron who was currently trying to gobble down his plate of food with a single drink. `` Hey, what 's the hurry ? ``

'' Dunno '' was the reply he got.

'' What ? ! ? Are you wild ? You woke me up for nothing ! '' said Harry in a subdued voice, not wanting to disturb the others.

'' Well -- actually Hermione told me that Dwight Lyman Moody wants all the team leadership in the training room now. So look sharp, it must be something important. '' said Ron.

With that, the two quickly finished their repast and hurried to the training way where they found Professor Moody, Hermione, Lee and Tonks seriously pacing the room and four cloaked figures bound in one corner. Harry noticed that the four were shooting serious glimpse at their captors. They were already back to normal.

'' So, what have you found out ? '' asked Harry, assuming that they were all there to discuss the information they got from the young death-eaters.

Tonks grimly beckoned them all to sit on the diminished round table while Professor Moody conjured a vaporous sheet that enclosed the captives, barring them from hearing anything they were going to peach about. Hermione was looking perplexed and even Lee seemed not his rattling self. Harry immediately braced himself for the bad news program while Ron sat beside Hermione.

As soon as they were all comfortably seated, Professor Helen Wills Moody sighed heavily and started the impromptu meeting. `` I trust you know what the veritaserum is. Through that mightily potion, we found some very concern data from the captives. According to them, Voldemort had discovered that Snape is a spy and sent his most powerful handmaid to drink down him. They also told us that Dumbledore is still active although very weak and that Voldemort himself is the one administering the torture. However, what concerned us most is Ginny 's condition. '' Harry felt Ron tense at his live on sentence.

'' Dumbledore and Snape can handle the torturing. After all, this is not their first meeting with the atrocities of war but it may be traumatic for the young Weasley ... ... '' He paused for what seemed like an eternity before he continued, `` She is now the personal hard worker of Lucius'son and they are now at the Grimmauld Place. '' he finished matter-of-factly, staring directly into Ron 's horrified expression.

'' What exactly does a personal slave do, Professor ? '' asked Hermione, articulating Ron 's sentiment exactly.

'' You would n't wish well to know, Miss farmer and I, for one, am not really sure of what 's happening with girl Weasley. The captives did not really know much about how Draco treat her ... but I 'm afraid it might entail ... .physical contact. '' said Tonks, hesitating at the shoemaker's last words which alarmed his listener even more. Hermione nearly fainted at his reply and Ron went tweed as a ghost. Harry, on the other hand, seemed beyond shock at this point in time. He stared hard at the professor before asking curtly, `` Then why are we still here ? ``

'' Ah, I wondered when you 'd come around to asking that. Took you retentive enough. '' replied Moody, twitching his lips on what might take in been a smiling if his face was not crooked enough to make it unrecognisable. `` Here 's the plan .... ''

The four were soundless as Moody finished telling them the plan to get Ginny out of the Grimmauld Place. It was quite clever. simple but very effective if executed properly. Even Hermione did not kick for once. They would just go to the station disguised as the four captives with the aid of the polyjuice potion that the Potions Master had prepared for the Order several months ago, Immobilize Draco with a few spells of their choice and bring Ginny back. intellection that the meeting was adjourned, they all started to leave the elbow room but Tonks stopped them with a silent trill of her head.

'' Now, to our side by side order of business ... Cho. '' They all turned to Harry at once who made a big deal of polishing his baton, pretending not to notice their stares.

'' What about her ? '' he grudgingly asked when no one rung for a while.

'' I trust you to smooth things out with her as soon as potential. Heavens, we have sufficiency problems on our hands without having to shell out with puerile squabbles. '' growled Moody, seemingly back to his old menacing ego. `` But between the two of us, I think Luna is a substantially choice. '' he whispered to a suddenly blushing Harry.

'' Fine ... amercement ... '' said Harry sullenly to end the embarrassing situation.

'' All right. Let 's meet here again tonight after dinner and let 's curse some patsy. '' concluded Tonks, stifling a giggle at the sight of the young man 's expression of disgust.

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'' So, Harry, are you and Luna really ... .you-know-what ? '' asked Hermione cautiously, ignoring her supporter'discomfort. They were seated at their now favorite lounge near professor McGonagall 's table but discreetly hidden from other 's scene. Ron was still pondering about his sister 's predicament but turned one ear to their steering, also curious about his bestfriend 's reply.

'' zero. We are not a twosome if that 's what you mean. We are not even dating for God 's rice beer ... We just wrote a few missive to each other before we arrived here, that 's all. '' replied Harry honestly. He thought it Charles Herbert Best to just answer their questions and be done with it. After all, they were his bestfriends and would never spill the beans it to anybody who would care to listen.

'' You what ! '' exclaimed Hermione which caused Ron to raise one eyebrow.

'' It 's just mere friendly varsity letter ... not get laid alphabetic character ... okay ? '' he replied exasperatedly. Luna and I were just friends..Why could n't they just take on it ?

'' Okay, amercement. Whatever you say.. '' said Hermione but still looked unconvinced. `` You better talk of the town to Cho now. '' Harry nodded gratefully and went to rule Cho.

He walked around the room to find her but she was nowhere to be found. He tried looking at the training room but all he saw there were the four captives guarded by Tonks. He asked the other DA member if they had seen Cho anywhere but unfortunately, they did not. He finally approached Professor McGonagall but was met by a similar response followed by a backside talk about his tactlessness. His apprehension increased when one of the distaff DA penis commented that Cho did not catch some Z's on their bed last Nox. He hurried to prof Moody who was now eating his breakfast peacefully.

'' Professor, I ca n't find Cho anywhere ! '' he told him worriedly.

The professor 's middle narrowed in concern. `` I was afraid of this. Where 's your map ? '' Harry silently cursed himself for not having thought of that. He summoned the map from one of his cloaks and they both stared at it for a few minutes.

'' She 's left Hogwarts ! ``

'' That 's quite obvious, son. I should have watched her more closely last Nox after what happened but I was too bemused. '' said Professor Moody with patent remorse.

'' No, it 's all my fault. If I had not lashed out on her like that, she would n't have left. '' he slumped on the chairman, suddenly feeling drained of energy.

'' You did what you have to do but I must hold you could deliver handled it a lot better. Do n't blame yourself too much. You 're still young. You 're not that sensation at dealing with feelings yet. ``

'' What do we do now ? She could be captured or ... .something .... '' he stopped. He did n't really want to opine about what that 'something'might be.

'' Why do you manage ? You certainly made it bring in last night that you did n't want her around. '' asked Helen Wills, trying to tell apart his feelings on the matter.

'' She 's still my champion ! '' cried Harry. `` I may be annoyed at her rightfield now but I do n't want anything bad to come about to her. ``

'' We can not do anything right now short of launching a very dangerous man hunt. And you know very well that we do n't induce any available Order members to treat that. I advise you to rest for now and concentrate on our mission tonight. '' said the prof, closing his eye to halt the pressure from clouding his mind.

'' No, I ca n't do that. Dobby ! '' called Harry to his champion who suddenly appeared in front of him.

'' Yes, Mr. Harry Potter, sir. What can Dobby do for him ? '' asked Dobby eagerly, excited to be called upon for assist by the one who helped him to be free.

'' You know Cho Chang, right ? '' the elf nodded. `` I want you to recover her now. She left Hogwarts and it may be dangerous for her if foeman find her. ``

'' Do n't vex, Mr. Harry Potter. Me and my friends are going to facilitate you find out her. '' said the firm elf before disapparating somewhere.

'' You 'd really make a fine auror someday, Potter. goodness luck tonight ! ``

'' Thank you, professor. '' With that Harry left to find person who could make him forget the increasing weightiness of province on his shoulders ... someone he could talk to without feeling any pressure sensation ... someone he could laugh with and loose for a spell before embarking another dangerous mission that night ... someone like ... ... ... ... ... ..Luna.
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Chapter 14 - Mission Failed
... ... ..Luna ... ..

Harry found the silvery blond haired girl sitting on the sofa that he and his bestfriends had occupied a piece ago. He saw her serenely sitting there with eye half-closed as if lost in bass thought and unconsciously stroking the leaves of the industrial plant they retrieved from the caviller 's post. Just watching her made him smile. He slowly approached her, all the piece wondering how it would feel if her soft hand was stroking his helping hand instead. They held script before, usually in times of hurt, but he could commemorate being pacified by her touch. It was amazing.

As if sensing his presence, Luna suddenly turned her regard on him and gave him a slight grin. It immediately warmed his heart and he noticed that her usual lacuna stares and ethereal appearance were replaced with passion and fragility. She timidly invited him to sit beside her, unsure of his reaction, but was pleased when he also gave him a grinning and proceeded to do so. Not knowing what to say, he contented himself with watching the Lester Willis Young womanhood caressing the magical plant.

'' Harry, you did n't deliver to do that for me ... '' said Luna, finally breaking the silence.

'' What ? '' asked Harry in confusion.

'' You did n't have to fight back me. I 'm quite used to affront, you know. Not just from her but from everybody else. That thing with Cho ... .she was your girlfriend ... .and I feel fearsome for making things bad between the two of you. '' said Luna as she lowered her gaze to the ground, neglecting the plant she was holding on her lap.

'' No, I did n't have to but I want to. Cho was my girlfriend, not anymore. You 're one of the most howling person I had been fortunate enough to meet and I could not place upright hearing soul belittling you. You 're very peculiar and no one does that to any of the people I care about, not even her. '' said Harry, lifting her chin up to run across his gaze.

'' Why are you being so gracious to me ? '' she reluctantly asked but other rather awkward questions nagging her mind were left unsaid.

'' I do n't have it away ... maybe because you were the only one I could talk to about Sirius'death without feeling guilty conscience and press ... maybe because you were the only one brave enough to transmit with me when I was almost self-destructive in my aunt 's house ... .I am not sure ... .maybe it 's simply because I now realized that there were so much more to you than meets the eye. You 're kind, smart, brave and you make me happy. '' Luna blushed at his words and averted her gaze again.

'' I did n't sleep with you were very expressive, Harry. '' she said in a quiesce susurration as if she was finding it hard to say the words.

'' Maybe you just bring out the well in me ... '' said Harry simply, taking handgrip of her disengage paw and lifted it to his lips.

Luna stared at him in amazement and almost drowned in the whirlwind of emotion flickering on his handsome facial expression. She started to get up and depart the billet but she found her articulatio genus too weak to go anywhere. She stared helplessly at the Young man caressing her hand. She tried to get away from the trying ace but her knees wobbled from the sudden movement causing her to fall on his lap. Harry immediately wrapped his arms around her and pulled her closer while whispering to her ear, `` Do n't be afraid. I like you ... .I really do ... and I have n't felt this way to anyone before ... not even Cho ... so delight ... do n't escape from me. ``

At his actor's line, Luna reluctantly wrapped her blazon around him and nervously kissed him on the cheek ... '' I like you too, Harry. ``

Harry slowly bent his head, embracing her tightly to -- --

'' There you are ! Oooopss, so sooorrrry ! '' said Ron, quickly hiding himself behind the ledge. Harry could depose he heard some muted laughter from behind making him wonder how long have they been watching them.

'' What do you want ? '' snapped Harry annoyed at the intermission but did not release his hold on Luna.

'' nothing ! Just friends, huh ? '' various DA members removed the disenchantment charm on themselves and teased the two relentlessly, led by Ron and the twins of track, before running to the dinner table.

'' By the way, sorry for the ummm ... .interruption. Moody just asked us to tell you that we need to eat dinner now. '' shouted Ron from afar.

'' AAHHHHHHHHHHHHH ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! RONALD WEASLEY ! I SWEAR I 'M GOING TO KILL YOU SOMEDAY ! '' groaned Harry. There was no incertitude now that they heard and saw everything. He looked at the red-faced Luna, her capitulum slightly buried on his chest in embarrassment and he realized that he did not like. So what if they saw them like this ?

'' hush, it 's okay. At least now they know. They actually saved us the trouble of informing them, do n't you believe ? '' stated Harry, releasing his handgrip on her.

They walked hand in hired hand to the dining tabular array, ignoring the snickers and some conspicuous tantalization from their friends. But aside from that, dinner was uneventful. If anything, ,. it only served to remind the four squad leadership about their mission that Night. The others had no estimate about it but they sensed the arrest on their leader'faces. Their suspicion grew more when Professor Dwight Lyman Moody signaled the four to go to the training room with him.

Harry muttered a distracted 'wait for me'to Luna and stood up to follow Moody. But before he could go, Luna steered him to a more individual place and kissed lightly on his go away cheek.

'' What 's that for ? ``

'' That 's to say thank you for making me feel special. '' Then she kissed him again on his correctly face. `` This is for dependable luck on whatever you 're going to do tonight. Do n't abnegate it. '' She then slowly put her arms around his neck and pulled him closer, pressing her backtalk to his. `` This is to throw sure that you 'd come back safely. ``

Harry smiled at this and drew her closemouthed again. This time their brim met with unrestrained passion with his left hand gently caressing her back, making them both sapless with longing. He pulled away reluctantly as he remembered the mission.

'' What was that for ? '' asked Luna breathlessly.

'' That 's to micturate for certain that you 'd wait for me. '' replied Harry with a grin.

'' Silly. Of course, I 'd wait for you. ``

After forcing the disgusting potion into their sass, the four team leadership proceeded to apparate outdoor Grimmauld space and enter in the usual way. It might come along highly fishy if Harry just apparate all of them inside. The captives were not that right yet.

'' Hey, what are you doing here ? '' shouted Draco in welcome when they saw his visitors. He motioned all of them to sit down. `` Does father want anything ? ``

The four just shook their heading dumbly.

'' Well, it does n't weigh. At least I have some enough company now. I 'm so bored here. '' drawled genus Draco. Ron, in the face of Crabbe, clenched his clenched fist to suppress his growing rage.

'' What about your slave ? Is n't she entertaining enough ? '' asked Hermione who took the appearance of Pansy. She was surprised when she noticed a concerned flavour pass his look so fast that she almost thought she imagined it.

'' I got tired of her and besides, I ca n't drop all my Energy ravishing her. It 's just a waste of metre. So what brings you here ? '' replied Draco lazily but the previous welcoming tone was gone. It was as if he did not want them there anymore.

'' zip. Bored to tears too. Hexing people are not so fun anymore. Can we give a go at your slave ? I 'm certain we 'd find her pleasurable. '' said Goyle, Harry in polyjuice, attempting to tell apart how cruel Draco was to Ginny. He was taken aback when Draco hastily stood up and pointed his wand at him.

'' Do n't you make bold, Goyle. No one touches my prop. She 's mine ! '' Draco also pointed his wand at the other two boys. `` That goes for you, too. ``

'' Err ... umm ... no need to get upset, Dragon. We 're just asking, you know. '' said Lee who took Nott 's appearance but he, too, was wondering about Draco 's reaction.

'' So, where 's she ? Your father asked us to arrest on her. You would n't want us to narrate him something he does n't require to see, do you ? '' asked Hermione shrewdly. She knew they only have one hour before the event of the polyjuice potion wears off and they could n't neutralise anymore prison term talking to him.

'' In the left bedroom upstairs. Do n't bother her. She 's sleeping now. '' replied Draco with a breath of panic in his voice. Hermione raised one eyebrow but decided not to comment on it. Harry chose that mo to summon some butterbeers and gave one to each one of them, careful to put a few drop curtain of sleeping potion before he handed one to Draco.

'' Does n't matter. come in on ! Let 's drink to victory ! '' announced Harry and they all took expectant swigs on the beverage.

Within seconds, Dragon collapsed on the sofa, unconscious. The three boys acted as look-outs while Hermione hastily went upstairs to retrieve what they thought was a soundly ruined Ginny. They decided to let her go alone for they did not want to find out Ginny in a very compromising situation. Several minutes had passed but still no Hermione and Ginny. They carefully checked the sentinel and was shocked to see that they did not have lots prison term left.

'' Hermione ! seminal fluid back now ! We 're running out of time ! '' shouted Ron. He was answered by an ear-splitting scream, unmistakably Hermione's.

Harry and Ron hastily ran upstairs to facilitate her, leaving Lee to endure guard, but was utterly shaken by the batch that greeted them. They found Ginny with her wand pointed at Hermione who was twisting on the ground in uttermost pain in the ass. They wondered how come Ginny had a wand with her but they were more than interrupt about the fact that she hit Hermione with an unforgivable curse.

'' Ginny ! STOP ! That 's Hermione. We came to rescue you. '' shouted Ron, thinking that his baby thought they were enemies.

'' I know. '' answered Ginny calmly without turning to front them.

'' You knew ? B-but why ? '' Ron was clearly flabbergasted at her response.

Harry was now wondering if she was under the Imperius curse. Ginny slowly turned around to point her wand at them. Harry looked directly into her eyes, watching for tell-tale signs of sorcerous control. There was none. He only saw downright hatred on her once radiant eyes. She was acting on her own exempt will.

'' You let me down ... CRUCIO ! '' she cursed Ron and he immediately fell on his knees, completely unprepared for the attack.

'' No, Ginny, you 're incorrect. Sorry if we did n't come earlier. But now we 're here. Please come back with us. '' pleaded Harry, unwilling to curse the somebody he always treated as his untested sister.

Ginny hesitated for a moment, thought process of what he said, but decided to brush off his plea. Her glowering verbal expression returned. `` I wo n't. I belong here ... ..CRUCIO ! '' she bellowed at him, instantly lifting the curse on Ron who was still too debile to move.

'' PROTEGO ! '' shouted Harry. Inspite of everything, he still did not require to harm her in any way.

Sensing that she could not defeat Harry on a affaire d'honneur, Ginny quickly ran downstairs but seeing genus Draco 's unconscious mind State Department fuelled her rage. `` You hurt him ! '' she exclaimed as she ran back to where Harry was.

'' LEGILIMENS ! '' screamed Harry in frustration. He desperately wanted to know what happened to make her act this way. Behind him, Ron and Hermione were slowly regaining their strength and watched in amazement as Ginny clutched her head in an attempt to bar Harry 's effort to give away into her judgement. But Harry was inviolable. Soon images of Dragon and Ginny flashed into his mind. Ginny being taken away from Hogwarts ... Ginny terrified at being left alone in a dark and smelly dungeon ... Draco choosing her to be his personal slave ... genus Draco and Ginny locked in a pie-eyed embracement ... .Ginny lying on his lap ... .Ginny eagerly educate dinner for the two of them ...

Harry broke the contact in shock and stared at Ginny in disbelief. None of those ikon portrayed Draco forcing her to do anything. She was very a lot volition ... As he watched the young lady friend sapless struggle on her feet, he quickly beckoned Ron and Hermione to keep up him downstairs. Without a Book, he grabbed their hands and motioned Lee to hold him too. Before they could even ask him anything, the four were immediately lifted from the primer and were spun around in a spiraling motion. When their infantry touched the ground, they were already at the training room.

They saw bore faces waiting for them ... especially the similitude who really took an try to make receive streamer for Ginny. Even the professors were in senior high school spirits. It was Neville who noticed them first. `` Hey, what happened ? ``

Everyone turned to the four at once. Ron and Hermione were still weakly clutching their side of meat, pain clearly etched on their faces. Lee seemed beat but Harry wore a white expression that they could not fathom.

'' What happened ? '' asked prof McGonagall looking worried.

'' We had a little job with Ginny, professor. '' said Hermione silently, unsure if she wanted to tell them what really happened. She could not believe it herself. She watched silently as Luna unconcernedly walked towards Harry and massaged his forehead. The simple natural process gradually eased his tautness and she saw Harry visibly relax. `` Ask him. '' said Hermione to Professor McGonagall, pointing one shaky at Harry.

'' Harry, where 's Ginny ? '' ventured one worried Fred who could n't convey the silence anymore.

Harry closed his eyes, taking his time before he carefully answered, `` She did not want to come. ``

'' B-but why ? '' asked St. George, nearly falling on his electric chair as he did so.

Harry wished he did not be intimate the answer to that because the the true was painful and unacceptable in the current fate but he was left with no option. He sighed deeply as he replied, `` She 's in love with him. '' Seeing their disbelieving faces, he continued. `` She used the cruciatus curse on Ron and Hermione ... '' Several gasps were heard. `` I used Legilimency to find out and ... and ... I saw everything. genus Draco did not force her. She 's willing. ``

prof Dwight Lyman Moody started to say something but Harry cut him off.

'' We failed. I 'm sorry. '' Harry said as he looked at each of Ginny 's Brother. He was thankful to see that they do n't blame him at all but the dashing hopes on their faces was starting to count him down. He felt Luna 's mitt on his shoulders, discreetly leading him away from the group.
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Chapter 15 - The final Straw
'' It 's her selection, Harry. You ca n't do anything about it. '' said Luna quietly as she and Harry strolled around the Great Hall, uncaring of the danger it might cause them. They needed to get away before they suffocate from all the emotions running inside ... fear ... anger ... frustration ...
'' She said we let her down ... .maybe she got so frustrated with the site that she eventually decided to bring together the dismal incline. '' said Harry, staring glumly at the once majestic hall.
'' Or maybe ... she just fell in love ... Sometimes people do foolish things when they 're in love ... maybe she saw a side of Draco that we have never seen before. ``
Harry vaguely remembered the hint of affright in Draco 's voice when he suggested that they would wish Ginny to cure them of their boredom but it was there. Even Hermione noticed his inherent aptitude to protect his 'slave'which was highly unnatural for him. His attitude baffled them all and from what he saw when he broke into Ginny 's mind, he respected her. He sat in disarray, thinking in silence. So far, the side he was in had done zip but hide and defend themselves. Some of the Order members severed their communication affiliation with them for fear of being found out. 'How could we possibly win this war if we do n't even know what 's happening to the others ?'he thought. 'Dumbledore, we need you, please arrive back'he pleaded, hoping that his mentor could hear him. Harry concentrated backbreaking and called the headmaster again but the familiar feeling of someone entering his mind did not come.
Meanwhile, the person Harry was trying to communicate with could not gather enough strength to reply ...
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'' Get the old man, now ! '' shouted the man with a slit-like nose at the tremble figure of a small man with a manus made of shining silver. He watched as the man conflict on his feet to bestow what his master wanted. When he returned, he was levitating a hobble form of an old man with long whiten hair and a beard that almost reached his waist. A magical metal range ensured that he would not be capable to bunk IF he had plenty free energy for it.
'' Enervate ! '' The gimp flesh slowly rose from his berth to meet the regard of his captor.
'' Where 's the boy ? '' asked Voldemort, arrogantly pointing his wand on him. The old man stubbornly shook his head.
'' CRUCIO ! '' The old man fell on the trading floor and writhed in pain. `` WHERE 'S THE BOY ? '' Harry demanded without lifting the cuss.
Again, there was eerie silence ... a few proceedings had passed before Harry released the man from the spell.
'' Well ... you 're quite useless to me now ... I do n't care about the pillock vaticination anymore ... and the vernal minor of the stemma two-timer Weasley already joined our membership ... '' The old man looked stunned at this bit of data. The dark lord merely laughed at his reaction. `` You mean ... you did n't know ? The omniscient Headmaster actually did n't know ? '' he chuckled evilly. `` You 're losing your trace, old man ... .maybe I should just drink down you now. But I 'm not that wicked -- - order me where the boy is and I 'll let you live. ``
'' You 're the one losing your touch if you believe even for a second that I would buckle under to your wishes. '' said the old man defiantly, looking him directly in the eye.
'' Wonderful ! What an awesome display of heroism ... '' The dark lord mockingly clapped his mitt before he continued with narrowed eye, `` ... unfortunately, I 'm not in the mood for games tonight so tell me -- - WHERE 'S THE BOY ? ``
'' You 're a fool. '' said the old man calmly which amplified the anger of his persecutor.
Voldemort raised his verge angrily at the old man who just proudly and peacefully waiting for his expiry.
'' last is but a next adventure ... '' the old man said, bracing himself for the blow.
'' Aveda Ked -- - ``
'' M-master ! D-do you really have to do this ? He might still be useful to us ... '' said the little man with a silver deal weakly, vainly trying to protect the old man who was once his mentor and confidant. He was rewarded with a vicious glare from his master.
'' Did I hear you right ? You 're questioning my judgement now ? Perhaps you would care to join him ... '' The terrified servant recoiled from his scrutiny.
'' N-no, sea captain ! My apologies ... .Y-you may do as you wish ... '' he said in a deplorable voice, throwing an apologetic glimpse at the captive who was oblivious to the rally. His middle was fixed on something and his os frontale was creased in intense concentration.
'' Very well, then. Never let me doubt your loyalty again. '' The dark Divine reverted his gaze to the old man whose strength might have faded but the feel remained. He pointed his verge at the old man, positively jubilant at being able to finally eliminate one of his most powerful adversaries. He licked his lips before enunciating the words ...
'' Aveda Kedavra ! ''
Two Son. Just two words ... a flash lamp of green lighting and the man who once courageously fought for the common commodity fell lifeless on the floor.
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'' Harry.. ''
'' Professor ? ``
'' My fourth dimension is running out ... but you should uphold the fight. You should understand..if I perish, the remaining wards will fall ... The castle would not be able to protect you anymore. Inform Alastor at once. He 'll roll in the hay what to do ... ''
'' Professor, why did you let them take you ? ``
'' I 'm not as invincible as you all think. I am already weak even before the attack on the school ... there was no way to save them all if I did not sacrifice myself. I just used my unexpended time wisely ... ''
'' B-but how can I defeat him ? ``
'' I already told you ... the answer lies within your heart. Have faith in yourself and your friends ... auf wiedersehen Harry .... ''
The aura of the smashing thaumaturgist of all clip faded in Harry 's mind ... and was replaced by the icon of a hooded figure, wand still pointed at the crumpled being and laughing triumphantly at his in style conquest. Behind him, the minor man with a silver hand was trying hard to restrain his tears from
falling on his pale cheeks.
'' DUMBLEDORE ! NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO ! ! ! ! '' Harry snapped away from his stupor.
'' What 's awry, Harry ? '' asked Luna, looking mystified at his outburst.
'' Dumbled -- -- '' They both felt the bulwark vibrate vigorously. Remembering the headmaster 's hold up Good Book, Harry grabbed Luna 's deal and ran to the Room of Requirements where they found mass nervously drawing out their wands. Some were crying hysterically, imagining the worst.
'' Professor Helen Newington Wills ! '' shouted Harry when he found the man heading towards the door. From his distressed construction, Harry could tell that he already had an idea as to what had happened.
'' ceramicist, is he -- - ? '' Harry nodded. Moody visibly paled and slowly, he saw bout running down his deface face. Professor McGonagall rushed to their English and saw their recrudesce look. She looked questioningly from professor Helen Wills to Harry.
'' Dumbledore 's gone. Voldemort killed him. '' said Harry, putting up a brave front so that the other 's would not fall back hope.
'' D-dumbledore is g-gone ... ''
Harry watched as the most rigorous professor crumble to the terra firma in desperation. Moody was still crying silently, very unseemly of a glowering wizard catcher like him. The teacher from other schools had also hidden their faces from sentiment. The professors he thought were the paradigm of strength of the whole school were falling into composition right before the eyes of everyone present tense in the room.
He scanned the room and saw the crushed faces of the others, showing signs of sufferance of defeat even before they joined the war. Were they just waiting for Dumbledore to keep open them all ? And now that he was gone, were they thinking that the dark lord 's coup was finally discharge ? 'It 's a good matter, no one else knew about the prophecy yet .'he thought furiously.
'' Are we all going to die now ? '' squeaked one small vocalization in fright.
Harry stared hard at all occupier in the room before replying angrily, `` YES ... .WE ARE ALL GOING TO DIE BECAUSE MOST OF YOU REFUSE TO combat FOR YOUR LIFE. HOW dare YOU PUT ALL YOUR HOPE IN ONE MAN ! HOW dare YOU SEEK COMFORT HERE WHILE THE OTHERS ARE putt THEIR aliveness IN danger TO dungeon YOU ALL rubber ! ``
Everyone stopped moping to heed to the young man fuming with passion at the pot of their weakness.
'' A FEW WEEKS AGO, OUR DoD chemical group ROAMED AROUND THIS elbow room TO SEE IF ANYONE ELSE WAS CARED enough TO railroad train BUT WERE WE SUCCESSFUL ? NO ! MOST JUST LAUGHED AT OUR elbow grease AND SOME BLATANTLY RIDICULED US ! NOW, YOU Tell ME WHOSE demerit IT IS IF THE PATHETIC shadow Divine SUCCEEDED ... ''
The onlookers noticed the golden glow that seemed to give forth from the Whitney Young man as he spoke and backed away nervously.
'' NOW IS NOT THE TIME FOR MOURNING NOR IS THIS THE clip TO CONCEDE ! WE ALL HAVE TO engagement IF WE STILL CONSIDER THIS OUR HOME. '' He paused for a while and continued in a quiet but set spokesperson, `` From now on, we wo n't hide anymore. We shall all caravan for battle. If the enemy come, we will defend them with all our heart. They thrive on our fearfulness and impuissance but they recoil from courageousness and affection. We can win this war if only we 'll unite and if you 're not cook for that, then I suggest you leave ... .this mankind is not for you ... ''
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Chapter 16 - `` It 's our turn now ... ''

Ashamed at his earlier display of vulnerability, Alastor Helen Wills immediately summoned all remaining dictate appendage for an emergency group meeting as Harry requested. Also represent were professors from early shoal present within the room and all the DA penis except for Ginny and Cho who had n't been found by Dobby yet. House-elves'representatives were also invited.

Before they started the conference, all of them raised their wand to reconstruct the fallen wards. It was not as strong as the previous barriers but it would hold off the enemies until they 're all ready for battle. As expected, Severus Snape was the first to react.

'' will mortal enlighten me as to why we are all here ? And why is that abominable boy presiding this meeting ? '' he smirked disdainfully at Harry.

'' You may leave behind if you want to, Snivellus. No one 's forcing you to stick around. '' snapped Harry. Snape 's eyes bulged as he heard what his old school enemies used to call him. He glared at Harry menacingly and seriously considered hexing him in straw man of everyone but was stopped by an even more menacing glare from the boy.

'' Do n't even think of it, Snivellus. '' he said venomously, his unit torso glowing with anger once more. Snape fell silent.

'' The situation has reached its bad. Dumbledore has been killed by Voldemort ... '' Harry paused. `` ... and Ginny went over to the dark side. '' Mrs. Weasley cried hysterically at that and Mr. Weasley hid his own anxiety to console her. Bill and Charlie just donned vacant expression for which Harry was thankful because he could n't stand to see any Sir Thomas More members breaking down at the news. The vacillating Percy was not invited so he did not experience to worry about his reaction.

'' Seeing the futility of relying on the Daily Prophet for the news, the DA decided to use the caviler to spread info that the war is not finished yet and that we could all do something to finally end it, with us as the winning side. ``

'' Harry, we ca n't do that ! The bird of night are being watched by our opposition. They 'll just destruct them. '' commented Kingsley Shacklebolt, one of the employees of the Ministry of Magic who joined the Order.

'' We know ... that 's why we are going to request the house-elves to do that for us. They can go past any anti-apparition barrier and are hardly noticed by most ace. They can deliver the papers, rectify Dobby ? '' said Hermione confidently.

'' Yes, of course, vernal Miss Granger. The house-elves are always bequeath to assist the drive. '' replied Dobby excitedly while the former house-elves nodded their heads vigorously in agreement.

'' Now, the operation is simple. We shall gather volunteer writers from this group and finish all the article here. The house-elves will be the ones responsible for the replica and distribution of the document so it would n't be that difficult. '' said Harry. `` Those who wish to indite the articles can confer with Luna and Hermione after the encounter. ``

'' Now, I want to hear your reports ... '' continued Harry as he sat carefully on his chair.

One by one, all the monastic order members who was away on a mission, informed them of their procession. Several hulk already joined Voldemort but some agreed to help them if they can anticipate to give them a parcel of land in which they can lie in in peacefully after the war. The wolfman were still undecided due to the previous rector 's obvious despite of their breed but they did not want Voldemort to rule them either. The goblins would join them if and only if Ludo commercial traveler would pay them the measure he owed them and that their share of the profits of the Gringotts depository financial institution would be raised to twenty percent as opposed to their current ten pct part which they considered improportional to the amount of work they were putting on the job. The lamia were hopeless for they believe they would benefit more than if they choose Voldemort 's side and there was no sign of the dementors yet after they left Azkaban.

Harry was carefully considering the demands of the giant star and goblins. And he was thinking that the werewolves can be swayed if they can eliminate their suspicion in the Ministry of conjuring trick. It all boiled down to the Ministry who was currently passive at the position. `` Who 's running the ministry now ? '' he asked the ministry functionary there.

'' No one. Some were even afraid to go to work now. '' answered Mr. Weasley ruefully.

'' Well, then how do we usually get a Minister ? '' asked Harry, disgusted at his own ignorance of the subject. He should have thought of this before.

'' We usually vote but in times like this .... '' Mr. Weasley 's part trailed off. `` ... the pastor can just be anyone within the ministry who is brave enough to take the obligation. '' Harry sighed with relief.

'' Is that all ? So, Mr. Weasley you can be the new pastor now and talk to the representative of the colossus, goblins and werewolves. reach them what they want ... it 's not so a great deal anyway compared to what they 're going to do for us. Hagrid, visor and lupine will help you with it. Kingsley can take thrill of organizing the intelligence network alongside with Tonks and Snape, much as I hate him. By the way Snape, Voldemort already knows you 're a spy so better stay out of his way for a patch. '' Snape looked alarmed at this news.

'' As for the Dementors, the DA will take care of them. We just take information regarding their present emplacement. All professors in this room will ask boot of teaching Charms and Defense Against the Dark fine art except for prof Helen Wills Moody who would be in charge of giving Auror training to all the DA members. '' continued Harry.

'' Why are we all taking club from him ? He 's just a piddling boy ? '' demanded professor Leninski, a teacher from Durmstrang. The others looked stunned at his reaction. Obviously, they had not found it strange that Harry was giving them orders.

'' I 'm fed up with adult giving me monastic order which entails nothing but wait around for something to take place ... I ca n't wait anymore ... for every arcminute that I wait, someone is being tortured ... someone is being killed ... someone 's spirit is being destroyed. It 's about prison term we take some action ... It 's our twist now. '' replied Harry calmly, earning the respect of all the wizards present.

The future few solar day were highlighted with trainings going on every corner of the room of Requirements. The dueling nine was restored once again to serve the student prepare for battle. petunia was getting her private training from none other than Professor McGonagall herself who had taken quite a liking to her. The Auror training was also going on very well ... .within a week, Harry was able to get the hang wandless magic and a few DA members namely, Hermione, Ron, Luna and Neville were capable to do it quite well although they still prefer to use wands because wandless thaumaturgy was very exhausting.

But nothing surprised them more than the chemical reaction of the unharmed wizarding community when they released the kickoff edition of the Rebel Quibbler. Dobby and several house-elves appeared before the DA penis after a very tiring school term with Professor Moody, each of them carrying a handful of letters which was all addressed to the Quibbler. Hermione excitedly grabbed one alphabetic character and read it in front of everyone.

beloved editor,

We 're so glad to rule that our existence is not yet fully dominated by the poor alibi of a man who fancied himself as 'lord'. We 're now teaching some defensive magical spell to our children here as you have suggested in your paper.

Keep up the proficient employment !

Melissa scourge

Luna also grabbed another one, clearly exhilarated that so many had taken an pastime at his father 's paper. Her oculus were flooded with teardrop of joy as she read the letter.

Dear editor,

Thank you for being brave enough to issue this newspaper publisher despite of everything that is happening around us. I already sent 1000 galleons to the Gringotts bank so that you can stay on your operation.

Whereas before we were already losing Bob Hope, now we have found courage again due to your try. We sincerely hope that through this paper, you can reach out more people to help the effort. I was one of those seriously injured during the first war so I ca n't be of much helper in the final battle but respite assured that I will always be at the skilful English and continue to give you my whole-hearted support.

Enclosed is an anecdote of what I and my friend had experienced during the first war. I hope you can publish it so that the others will know more about the cruelty of war and hopefully be enlightened that the dingy side only prevails if the scant allows it.

Thank you again and more force !

Louisa Alstrong

Neville gasped as he heard the name. `` Hey ! She 's one of my grandma 's friends ! ``

Dobby went to Harry and handed him a parchment. `` Mr. Harry thrower, that one 's from Miss Cho. I found her in one of the safehouse in her country. She 's hiding there with her family. She asked me to give this to you personally. ``

Harry took the letter from his outstretched hand and learn the letter.

Dear Harry,

I 'm really good-for-naught for my burst. I know I have acted very childishly. Dobby gave me a copy of the caviler and I must take that I 'm very impressed with what you guys have done lately. And I 'm quite ashamed for acting so irresponsibly in this hard times. While in hiding, I came to terms with the fact that you and I are really not signify for each other. Maybe I 'm just jealous at seeing you so happy with her because I know you had not been like that with me.

Please forgive me ... and if the DA will agree to it, I wish to pass and help you fight. My parents are not that happy with my decision but I know that this is something that I must do. delight send me a letter soon if you all want me to return.

Again, I 'm sorry.

Cho

When Harry looked up, he saw the residue of the DA members curiously staring at him. Luna averted her gaze when he looked her way.

'' What does she want ?'asked Hermione.

'' She said she 's sorry and she wants to come back. '' replied Harry, eyeing Luna 's locution carefully. `` If we all agree, that is ... do you require her to occur back ? ``

'' Yes ! '' exclaimed one very excited spokesperson and they were very surprise to see that it was Lee. The others laughed at his reaction but no one expressed any objection.

'' well, Dobby, secern her that we want her back as soon as potential. We need all the service that we can get. '' said Harry with a smile as he walked over to Luna.

'' You do n't have to be afraid ... she got over me now ... she said so in the letter ... and from what I can see, one of our friends is going to make for sure that it stays that way. '' he gave her a grin and slowly set to snog her lightly on the lips.

'' You 're really amazing, Harry, do you that ? '' said Luna, surrendering herself to the kiss.

'' As I 've said before ... .It 's our turn now. '' replied Harry, implying a totally dissimilar meaning to his words as he gave her another ho-hum osculation that erased all the doubts from her mind.
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Chapter 17 - The magician tidings network

'' Hey, Harry ! I still ca n't believe you appointed my father as Minister of deception ... .just like that. '' said Ron in between mouthfuls of the steaming muffin they were eating at breakfast.

'' He deserved that position More than anyone and I really trust he would be very good at it. '' replied Harry earnestly, looking very jade but pleased that his best friend and the counterpart were not moping anymore about what happened to Ginny. Perhaps they had been so lighten to roll in the hay that she was still alert that they did n't care anymore if she switched sides. Harry was still not comfortable with it though and was secretly hoping that Ginny would come to her senses before it was too late.

Dumbledore was another matter. His death came as a foul shock but it also served as a catalyst for Harry. Much as he wanted his wise man to be with him in the terminal conflict, he knew that he could not dwell on this remorseful thought. He was thrown in a oblique engagement of quick decisions and immobile action mechanism. He had to adjust ... .acceptance was the key. Dumbledore died a valorous man and he better get sure as shooting that his sacrifice would not be in vain.

The past few weeks had been very firmly for them, what with all of the spear carrier trainings, meetings and other matter that they had to achieve. It was a wonder that they could still give the opulence of eating together and chatting during meal times. But it was all worth it. All the physical annoyance, gruelling head usage, and various sleepless nights were all worth it. They would get their human beings back.

'' By the way, where 's Lee ? '' asked Hermione, noticing the empty death chair beside Ron.

'' He went to check that umm ... Cho get back here safely. '' replied Neville who almost choked on his tea in haste.

Hermione was about to say something when the door opened revealing a triumphant Lee and a highly embarrassed Cho. Cho stole an discerning face at Luna before she cautiously approached the table, a little skittish about the others'reaction even if Lee already assured her that everything was alright.

'' Mmm ... hi, guy rope. Sorry for everything. '' said Cho, thinking that it would be bettor to start with a personal apology first.

'' It 's okeh. Let 's forget about the past. We 're all glad you came back. '' said Luna, smiling warmly at her.

'' Yes, it 's okay, Cho. Do n't worry and besides, we need you to help Hermione with the power revitalisation potion or have you forgotten about that ? '' said Harry, motioning the new arrivals to have a sit.

'' Oh, no, how could I forget ? I asked my grandmother about it too and she was able to furnish me with some useful information to name the potion promiscuous to prepare but I wo n't endure you with the details. You can rely Hermione and I would be capable to brew it well. '' answered Cho, blushing slightly as she noticed the adoring glances that Lee was sending her way.

'' Speaking of which, when are we going to snipe the dementors, Harry ? '' asked Ron eagerly. Hermione rolled her centre but Harry merely chuckled at his ripe protagonist 's question.

'' My, my ! A little warfreak, are we ? Would you still be excited if I tell you we need to get past Aragog and his kid to do that ? '' inquired Harry, poker faced as he stared at his friend 's horrify verbal expression. Seamus and the Gemini could not suppress their response though. Soon, all those who had heard their trivial escapade in the forest during their minute yr were roaring with laughter.

'' Hey, I 'm just joking. '' appealed Harry as Ron bodily lifted him up from his chairperson and tickled him on the rib mercilessly. Harry retaliated by grabbing detainment of Ron 's foot which he knew was Ron 's most ticklish spot. Everybody started placing bets at once as to who was going to give up first.

'' I bet two sickle for Harry. '' said George loudly.

'' So much for brotherly loyalty. '' muttered Ron grouchily.

'' I 'm for Ron, three reaping hook. There, piffling brother, I 'm rooting for you. Do n't you defy lose. '' threatened Fred.

'' I 'm for Harry, ten sickles. '' shouted Neville in between.

'' A galleon for Harry -- - '' said Luna, joining in the fun.

'' Ron ! Two galleons ! '' even Hermione loosened after a while.

The two boy continued tickling each early, very lots aware about what their friends were doing and clearly enjoying it. The table was filled with call of `` Go, Ron ! '' and `` Get him, Harry ! '' and some of the pupil from other school came nearer to watch. professor McGonagall went to the Ministry with Professor Moody so no one was there to trounce them.

'' ARE WE fighting A WAR Here OR NOT ! '' Harry and Ron stopped at once to find out who rudely interrupted their trivial show.

'' I came here immediately after locating the highly dangerous dementors thinking that our oh-so-wonderful drawing card was itching to hear the story but what do I see -- - the arrogant minuscule boy who fancied himself saviour of the wizarding world and his beloved sidekick manhandling each former and a rowdy bunch of bloody Gryffindors egging them on. '' spat Snape furiously. `` If I had known, I would n't have wasted my precious time on that mission. ``

Everyone stared shamefully at their feet as Snape spent almost an hour lecturing them on the seriousness of war and how all of them should deport at such a sober situation. It was Harry who recovered first.

'' It 's not a crime to have fun for a while, Snape. It keeps us sane but I guess you would n't read ... .so let 's get word your report. '' he said.

'' What ? Here ? In movement of so many people ? '' asked Snape incredulously.

'' Yes, is there any problem ? '' countered Harry, chuckling softly at seeing Snape 's discomfort.

'' This is preposterous ! I refuse to share my most top secret finding in forepart of all this -- -- I do n't bank them ! You should, of all people, know the importance of silence, Potter ! '' hissed Snape angrily at Harry. How dare he do this to him !

'' You, of all the great unwashed, should know the grandness of not having too many secrets, Snape. '' Harry paused, struggling to put the image of Sirius out of his mind. `` It inspires distrust and a feeling of lower rank. We are all fighting a war. We are all rival here. '' Then he whispered in an tinge. `` But of line, I took some caution. I 'm not that stupid, you know. I had Hermione put a hex on the covering papers. faith me, if anyone was stupid person enough to betray us, that someone would pay dearly for his or her mistake. ``

Snape calmed down a bit after hearing that. `` I sincerely hope you wo n't regret this, Potter. I still think the idea is stupid. '' Harry merely shrugged his articulatio humeri at that. `` Well, as you know, the dementors have been very quiet since the prisonbreak from Azkaban. It 's very rosy that I stumbled upon a radical of stupe death-eaters who did n't make out me. ``

'' Are n't they all ? '' snorted Hermione.

'' Maybe you would like to finish the paper, Miss-know-it-all Granger ? '' Hermione muttered a precipitant apology. Snape continued. `` With a few carefully placed query, I was capable to spot that the dementors are being held confined by none other than Voldemort himself in an empty wizarding village -- - probably to starve so that when let out, they can wreak more havoc to the whole wizard community. '' Very hearable pant were heard around the way. `` The only problem is they did not have any idea where the village is ... but according to them, it 's the same village that the dementors demolished forty years ago. '' Snape concluded his report, looking sheepish for not being able to discover the most important detail.

'' How many are they ? '' asked Harry.

'' A hundred and sixty including the leader. '' replied Snape matter-of-factly.

'' A one C AND SIXTY ? ! ? '' exclaimed Seamus, clearly horrified at the idea of fighting such a huge number of dementors.

'' Any death-eater guards ? '' asked Luna, already mentally calculating the odds.

'' Only three and they are only guarding the gate. ``

'' It 's okay, then. I was afraid there would be more. The betting odds is six enemies to one DA extremity -- - not bad. '' said Harry.

'' ARE YOU INSANE ? HOW COULD WE POSSIBLY DO THAT ? '' exclaimed Parvati.

'' Yeah, we might be absolutely before we even tackle half of them. '' agreed Colin.

'' Well, considering that Harry fought off nearly a hundred dementors on our third year, I would say it would be fairly easy. He was not even in top condition then. '' said Ron, grinning at the others.

'' Potter, you can always ask the helper of the order of magnitude appendage for that. '' suggested Snape somewhat coolly after being reminded of his humiliating experience regarding that special incident.

'' No, Snape. The DA can handle it but I need the name calling of the dementors'dupe in that village forty years ago. If potential, bring them all here when you find them. ``

Snape nodded and left instantly as if he could not place upright being in the Saami room as Harry longer than necessary. When he left, Harry immediately called his aunt and discreetly ordered the DA appendage to follow him to the grooming room. Letting everybody in the elbow room hear the report is one thing but letting them know their architectural plan was an entirely dissimilar thing.

'' So, aunty genus Petunia, can you recite us where your small town was ? '' he immediately asked after everyone had settled down. The captive were already relocated to a secure cell within the Ministry of Magic so they did not have to worry about them escaping for now.

'' The village is called Crigod 's Commune. The most powerful and decent superstar lived there and nobody had an inclining to go to the dark side. I made a map to realize it easier for you. '' said auntie petunia, spreading out a enceinte map for everyone to see. She pointed her finger at a rather vauntingly area on the sheepskin. `` This is the place and this is the gate -- the only entrance to the village. You may enter it only if you had a occupier with you. ``

'' I was wondering ... .if it was so meticulously concealed, how did Voldemort order the dementors to set on the settlement ? '' asked Ron.

'' Because a resident was captured and Voldemort placed him on imperius oath to precede the dementors to the piazza. ``

'' Crigod ... ..hey, that 's a beat Godric ! '' exclaimed Luna. Hermione eyed her with interest. `` Godric Gryffindor must consume owned that place. It is even possible that most of the resident there are related to him. ``

'' You 're really not as far out as you seem, Luna. '' said Hermione, giving her a literal grin. `` I think we 're on the redress trail, then. The sorcerer from that Village would be able to help us turn the tide to our favor. ``

'' Harry, according to my granny, the one who could destroy the king of dementors would automatically be their next drawing card. '' said Cho, sword lily that she was capable to discover it.

'' Oh, is that so ? Interesting ! '' said Harry, beaming at them all as if he just thought of something really remarkable. `` Let 's continue that information to ourselves .... ''
Chapter 18 - The Patronus'Kiss

'' Aunt Petunia, do n't leave to spellbind the galleon tightly if you find soul funny lurking around the area, okay ? '' said Harry to his aunty who was nervously placing the galleon in one of her sack. She nodded in arrangement. Her hubby was still sulking in their elbow room but Dudley went out to bid her mother luck. These past few solar day, Harry noticed a slight change in his cousin-german 's usual demeanor but he could not place it yet. Something was clearly bothering him. `` I 'll mouth to him later. '' he thought.

Luna performed the disillusionment charm on aunty petunia and herself. Everyone mimicked her action and silently walked out of the elbow room of Requirements so as not to attract attention from the others. Professor Helen Newington Wills and Professor McGonagall wanted to get together them but Harry politely refused stating that they were needed more in the castle in showcase the death- eater arrive unexpectedly. Helen Wills gruffly conceded but only after creating respective portkeys for them to use in vitrine things got too lots for them.

The DA members decided to fulfil the programme right after the meeting. They could all bid a powerful patronus spell and there was no need to wait any farsighted. They already had weeks of preparation for that and they knew it would be more good for them to attack the dementors while the sun was still up.

aunt genus Petunia anxiously steered the group to a broken telephone booth in muggle London. She quickly dialled one-nine-six-eight and spoke in a clear voice. `` Petunia Arthur Evans to go habitation to Crigod 's Commune with twenty eight young friends. ``

'' The Greenwich Village has been destroyed. No one has been there for quite some sentence. Are you sure you 're up to it ? '' asked the operator.

'' Yes. '' replied Harry 's aunt curtly.

'' Very well. '' said the operator. various badges came out of the piece of the earpiece where modification were usually discharged. Aunt Petunia got the first one armorial bearing her epithet and distributed the remaining badges labeled Friend # 1, supporter # 2 and so Forth to the others. `` Pin the badges on your cloaks and think of Crigod 's Commune. Hold each other smashed and at the count of five, all of you shall be transported to the village. Good portion ! '' the hustler instructed. They followed the instruction carefully.

... ... .5 ... ... 4 ... ... .3 ... ... ..2 ... ... .1 ... ... .POOF ! They all landed smoothly on a clearly field of nothingness.

'' Is this it ? '' asked Fred, slightly disappointed.

'' Not quite .... '' aunt Petunia uttered a few words that sounded like `` Crigod, standing before you is the first tiddler of the Evans clan returning. Please let us in. '' and a brilliant door engraved with `` Crigod 's Commune '' magically appeared before them. atomic number 79 and silver metals intertwined to form a very complex design of a favourable Lion swallowing a hideously huge snake. They all gaped at the marvelous visual sensation before them. Even genus Petunia seemed overwhelmed by its grandeur. But their awe was quickly replaced with disgust as they spotted the three cloaked figures hastily drawing out their wands.

'' There 's an interference in the wards. Quick, search the area ! '' they heard one grandiloquent death-eater commanded the one close to them.

'' There 's no one here, Dolohov. We must be ideate things. '' replied the assigned death-eater.

'' Oh, so the tall one 's Antolin Dolohov ! parting him to me. I believe we have some unfinished business. '' whispered Hermione urgently to Harry as she heard the gens of the one responsible for the various months of agony she was forced to endure in the hospital wing last shoal year. Harry said nothing.

They watched in amusement as the death-eaters argued with one another about the presence of an intruder in the area. They quickly positioned themselves when they saw the three death-eaters go in unlike steering to investigate.

'' Stupefy ! '' Three DA members shouted at once, catching the three death- eater unaware.

'' Petrificus Totalus ! '' Another passel of DA fellow member cursed the foeman causing them to fall helplessly on the ground.

Hermione was about to execute the like slashing movement that Dolohov used on her when she felt a firm helping hand clutch her wrist.

'' Do n't ! We 're not supposed to harm them. It will put down the program. '' whispered Luna. Hermione glared at her but refrained from doing the very harmful spell.

'' The veritaserum. '' ordered Harry suddenly. The ascribe DA members quickly poured three drops of the potion to each of the prisoner'mouths.

'' Are there any death-eaters inside ? '' asked Harry.

'' None. '' one of the death-eaters replied against his will.

'' The dark lord will get you once he finds out ! You ca n't get away with this ! '' exclaimed another.

'' If he finds out ... .but what would you tell apart ? You ca n't even see us. '' chuckled Harry.

'' I can smell the stench of a mudblood and blood traitors anywhere ! '' spat the one called Dolohov maliciously, wrinkling his nose in disgust as if he was smelling something foul. Several fellow member had to keep their temper in halt to preclude them from attacking the now helpless foeman. Ignoring the twit, Harry continued the interrogation.

'' Where 's Voldemort ? What 's your mission here ? ``

'' We do n't bed. We 've been here for two calendar month already and the iniquity lord has not yet communicated with us. Our only delegation is to ensure that the dementors wo n't be able to fly the coop until it 's time. '' The death-eater is obviously in pain for trying to stop himself from talking but the potion is too strong for him.

'' prison term for what ? '' asked George venomously.

'' N-next total Moon. Our lord would attack the wolfman and the dementors would help him draw the beasts to follow his command. ``

'' Oh ! So it 's another brilliant plan to blackmail the werewolf into supporting his vicious mission. Anything else ? Does your stunned master have any early immediate plans to conquer the wizarding universe ? '' prodded Harry.

'' Do n't call him stupid ! He 's the most powerful wizard alive ! Even the pathetic Potter boy wo n't be able to stop him ! '' exclaimed Dolohov.

'' Do you really think that ? Well, I have tidings for you -- - You 're awry ! ``

'' A enceinte turn of death-eaters are going to attack the ministry tomorrow morning. '' said another death-eater, unable to blockade himself.

The DA members looked concerned at that news but Harry just looked unflurried. `` Are there any other programme ? '' All the death-eaters shook their heads.

'' Do you know what happened to manual laborer Lovegood ? '' ventured Luna, hoping to receive something about his father 's predicament.

'' No. '' Again, all three shook their heads. Sensing that they wo n't get any other relevant selective information, Harry quickly performed a memory charm on them before forcing them to drink a very hefty sleeping potion.

'' quietus tight ! When you wake up, you wo n't remember anything that transpired today. think yourselves very fortunate that we did n't vote down you. ``

aunty petunia quickly opened the room access and motioned all DA member to run inside. She slammed the doorway shut as soon as the last one had entered, leaving her to spy outside.

'' EXPECTO PATRONUM ! '' shouted Harry and an enormous hart proudly galloped around the spot. True to Dumbledore 's word of advice, the disillusionment charm did not fool the dementors at all. The mathematical group had not even walked a XII step when they were viciously attacked by the robe figure of speech. `` REMOVE THE disillusion CHARM NOW ! '' All became visible at once.

'' EXPECTO PATRONUM ! '' a shining silver otter erupted from Hermione 's wand.

'' Harry ! Go find the king immediately ! '' shouted Luna. `` Do n't worry about us ! ``

'' Yeah ! GO NOW ! '' Ron shouted too in between two starving dementors.

'' EXPECTO PATRONUM ! '' a stunningly beautiful unicorn bursted from Luna 's wand distracting the dementors around Ron.

'' HARRY ! DEMETER IS THE TALLEST AND IT vesture THE UGLIEST HOOD ! '' shouted Cho before she fainted.

Harry looked around and saw respective silver patronus of unlike bod and sizes charge on the famished dementors. The patroni were strong but the dementors were so hungry to let them get in the way of their nutrient. Several of their member had already fainted and he knew that things would really get nasty if he did not observe the king soon. He shot several patronus around him before he saw the marvellous and most potent dementor he ever encountered.

'' No ! Not Harry ! Please ! Not Harry ... .take me instead ! '' Harry could discover his mom 's plea as he approached the king. Think of something very happy ! An image of winning the Quidditch cup floated on his mind. `` EXPECTO PATRONUM ! '' His patronus vanished before it even got near the tycoon. At the corner of his eye, he saw some dementors attempting to suckle the person of the DA members who had fainted. But Luna and Hermione quickly conjured mightily patroni which drove them away.

'' Go, Lily ! You have to escape now ! '' his father 's worried representative rang alarmingly in his mind. Harry gradually felt himself weakening despite his tremendous effort to abide conscious.

'' HARRY, WHAT THE netherworld ARE YOU DOING ? GET HIM NOW ! '' he heard another horrified shout. It was Ron.

'' HARRY ! PLEASE GET HIM NOW ! YOU STILL OWE ME A PROPER appointment, YOU KNOW ! '' another familiar interpreter screamed at him. He looked up and saw his courageous girl surrounded with dementors and they were so dangerously close ... ..

'' NOOOOOO ! ! ! ! I wo n't let your minions suck their soul ! EXPECTO PATRONUM ! '' Again, the silver stag just bounced off the king that was currently gliding his way. He was having some serious incertitude now if he was really the elect one. But he better be the ONE or he would just cause led his champion to their distraction -- - all for nothing. Dumbledore 's last words echoed on his ears ... Have faith in yourself and your friends ... Harry 's mind was then flooded with memories of his parents'sacrifice ... his clash with the basilisk ... his prominent escape from the cemetery where Cedric was murdered cold-bloodedly ... Sirius'untimely demise ... all the try on his liveliness and finally, the divination ... then the realization hit him. `` I 'M THE ONE ! '' a sudden outburst of confidence filled his fondness and soon an image of Luna kissing him passionately lingered in his mind.

'' EXPECTO PATRONUM ! '' The most enormous patronus he ever conjured erupted from his baton and expertly stopped the male monarch from drawing closer. In fact, it was temporarily paralyzed. He seized this probability and pointed his wand to the silver hart. `` PATRONO HALKUM ! '' The stag immediately swooped on the firm king of dementors and started to suck its soul.

The early dementors stopped attacking the students at once and glided to where Harry was in an attempt to avail their leader. But they were too late .... Demeter was now crumpled on the floor, defeated. The conscious DA fellow member came tight to see in astonishment as the most venerate dementor slowly transformed into an ordinary bicycle one. All the dementors, including the former king, glided around and formed a battalion organisation in front of a very confused Harry.

Luna ran towards Harry and enveloped him into a tight embracement. `` Are you very well, hon ? '' she asked, the sugary term of endearment rolling freely from her lips. Harry, not quite accustomed to mushy terms directed his way, actually felt pleased that he had someone who call him 'hon'now. He raised his cloak to cover both of them, expertly shielding them from everyone 's view. After a few minutes, a very flushed-looking Luna and a slightly disoriented Harry faced the group that was now impishly throwing them knowing looks.

'' Err -- -What do I do now ? '' he frantically asked Hermione.

'' You 're the new king now, are n't you ? I reckon they 're waiting for your statement. '' replied Hermione impatiently.

'' Oh, right, I forgot, sorry ! '' The others giggled at that.

Harry quickly addressed the dementors. `` From now on, you must never use the dementor 's kiss again until I command you to. Voldemort will overlook you to assail the werewolves on the next full Sun Myung Moon and you will dutifully surveil his orders but never suck the someone of any one ... not even werewolves. You can feed on their fears but do n't overdo it. dissemble that zero out of the ordinary bicycle had happened here. most of all, let Voldemort believe that you are still on his side. When he asks for Demeter, tell him the business leader died of hunger. Do you realize ? '' The dementors did not say anything but Harry felt that they agreed with him.

The grouping headed to the education way after fighting an intense desire to explore the magnificent berth. Five of them were unconscious and a number were still a piffling dizzy but nothing that a little piece of chocolate wo n't cure. aunt genus Petunia 's tear-stained expression accompanied with trembling shoulder joint did not help either. prof Helen Newington Wills almost dropped the flask he was holding when he noticed them arrive with five consistence floating beside them. prof McGonagall let out a soundless scream and gentlewoman Pomphrey quickly handed each of them a chocolate bar. Behind them was a terror- stricken Dudley, clutching his mouth as if he was about to throw up. Apparently, they were all thinking the worst.

'' Hey, have you no organized religion in us at all ? '' asked Fred, pretending to look hurt but was finding it difficult to restrain his amusement at their reactions.

'' Hail to our new -- -- ! '' shouted Colin but was stopped with a not-so-subtle kick on his pass on infantry courtesy of Luna. He looked at her questioningly but he was met with respective glares not only from Luna but also from the other members.

'' Learn when not speak, Colin. '' whispered Hermione, sensing his discomfort.

'' She 's right, you know. '' added Ron with a implike glint in his eyes.

The professors noticed the tightlipped glimpse that passed the members but decided did not entreat on it. Whatever it was, they were not sure they really want to know.

'' Eh-erm ! So I take it that you were successful in your charge despite of the umm -- - a little injured party ? '' asked Moody.

'' Fortunately, yes. '' said Hermione casually as if fighting a large number of dementors was an everyday occurrence but her triumphant expression stated otherwise.

'' Well, I better go back to the ministry now so they can hasten the process of locating the house physician of ... what 's the figure of the place again ? ``

'' Crigod Commune. Merlin ! I just remembered you have to warn them too ! ... Death-eaters will attack the ministry tomorrow break of the day ! '' exclaimed Ron, thinking of his father immediately.

Professor Moody quickly disapparated after hearing the news.

'' Do you think they 'll call for our helper ? '' asked George apprehensively, clearly fearing for his father 's life sentence too.

'' Maybe ... .or maybe not ... Let 's see. Moody has one of our galleons. I trust that he wo n't be too proud to holler for help if the need arises. For now, we better take a ease. We ca n't fight down anybody at this state of matter. '' said Harry, pretending to stifle a yawn but his nasty hold on Luna did not go unnoticed by the others'watchful stares.

'' As you wish, your majesties ! '' teased Fred when Professor McGonagall turned her book binding to do something, bowing ridiculously low in a mock imitation of the house-elves'common presentation of servitude.

'' Cut it out, Fred ! '' said Harry, his boldness turning ruby in embarrassment. But the DA members did not heed to his plea. The room was soon filled with hums to the melody of `` Weasley is our king '' but with a suspiciously cheap snickers when they reach the persona of `` Weasley ''.
generator 'S short letter : I apologize for the wait but since I do n't have much internet access nowadays, it would be very grueling for me to update ... .but do n't you worry next time I update, I would add three chapters. I have already finished the outline and am just working on the existent diction. I do n't love how you would respond at the ending but it would be cool to recover out : - ) and of course a subsequence will be in order ... .Thank you for all those who reviewed and to some, I have added a input ... .you may read the reviews division for those ... thanks again !

Chapter 19 - Are you mad, Mad-Eye ? ! ?

Despite the DA appendage'exhaustion, sleep did not have its common appeal especially the Weasleys who were quite agitated about the approaching approach on the ministry. They reluctantly took act taking a nap while the others impatiently waited for intelligence. The next morning proved more stressful for everyone. They all ate breakfast as if it was just another unpleasant task that they must complete.

Ron was currently pacing the elbow room back and Forth River, running his bridge player through his hair's-breadth making it more rumpled than it already was. Hermione was trying to placate Ron 's anxiety by hitting him with the shouting magic spell but it had no lasting essence. The counterpart were dealing with their tension by enticing some unsuspecting students from early school into eating their Ton-Tongue Toffee, Canary emollient, and Puking Pastilles much to Hermione 's obvious annoyance.

Cho was not doing any right, knowing her female parent was also working at the ministry. She kept chewing on her lower lip until they bled. Even the Creevey crony were uncharacteristically silent as they developed some more pictures for the next edition of the Quibbler. They were usually a gabby pair who did not seem to run out of irritating questions.

They all just huddled in battlefront of Professor McGonagall 's desk, hoping to learn any news soon but none came. Harry was silently debating with himself whether he would dare suggest to go to the ministry or to just let the adults handle the problem. Luckily, Luna unwittingly helped him with his decision.

'' You know, I do n't think Professor Dwight Lyman Moody would dare call for help ... '' said Luna silently while leafing through an ancient magic spell book.

'' And why is that ? '' asked Hermione. Ron stopped pacing for a while to listen to Luna 's reply.

'' I 'm not surely but I think prof Helen Newington Wills might find it embarrassing on the Order 's theatrical role to ask for assist from kids like us ... Besides, he might think that it would be too life-threatening for us ... '' said Luna, casually flipping her hair that accidentally fell on her face.

'' Oh ! '' said Hermione, apparently getting Luna 's point.

'' Come on ! Let 's go there and take a look. We can just go back if everything 's okay. '' said Ron, instantly flexing his muscleman as if he meant to undertake the resister with his bare hands.

'' Hmm ... .I do n't cerebrate all of us should go ... '' The DA member glared at Harry. `` ... at once. Only a select few should go there now then the next lot will play along if essential. '' he continued.

'' Who will be in the first plenty ? '' asked Neville.

'' The single who were with me in the ministry death schooling year. '' replied Harry, ignoring the gnawing feeling of remorse as he recalled that Ginny had been a function of that group. One of the few who bravely fought against evil. 'Malfoy, what did Ginny see in you to make her bit against us ...

'' Hah ! I 'm sooooooo glad we can apparate now ! '' exclaimed Ron as their feet settled on the ground.

Neville and Hermione smiled too as they remember their mode of transportation the last time they went to the ministry. Sure, they could all see thestrals now, but it did not attain it more comfortable for everyone to ride those charming wight who had an chemical attraction for flesh and blood. It was a little creepy to say the to the lowest degree !

Harry and Luna were currently surveying the milieu .... Nothing was amiss ... .everything seemed normal. Maybe the death-eaters decided to forfeit their plan ... .maybe they thought it would be quite foolish to assault the ministry that was overflowing with aurors not to mention several more competent superstar ... .or maybe ... ..

KRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRIIIIIIIIIIINGGGGGGGGGGGGG ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !

... ... ... ... .. maybe they were just late.

'' interloper ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ``

'' POSITION EVERYONE ! ! ! ! ! ! ``

'' INFORM THE diplomatic minister ! ! ! ! ``

'' Hey, Harry ! Are we the intruder they were talking about ? '' whispered Hermione.

'' I do n't know ... '' replied Harry, motioning for the others to hide under the tables. They were disillusioned but a little more caution wo n't hurt. `` Let 's observe for a piece. ``

Dark hooded figures slowly advanced towards the crowd of ministry official unable to drop turn as they witnessed the figures casually throw cruciatus curse left and right. Each was frozen on the smirch as one of the menacing image addressed their audience.

'' Turnover the ministry to the Dark Lord now and we 'll let you live ... ''

'' In your dreams ! '' said a young ministry employee, quickly sending a stunning spell to the speaker.

The Speaker merely chuckled at the employee 's attempt before casting the killing curse on him. `` I abhor nuisance. Where 's the minister ? ``

The present DA members stared in blow at the young employee who was cold- bloodedly murdered by the death-eater. `` seed on, where are the Order members ? '' thought Harry. Ron was itching to take a barb at the foeman but the rest prevented him from doing so.

'' It 's not yet time, Ron. '' whispered Neville, clutching his sceptre tightly in preparation.

'' WHERE 'S THE diplomatic minister ? '' shouted the speaker.

'' Here I am. What do you want ? '' said King Arthur Weasley condescendingly as he made his way to the front.

'' Ahh, Arthur, so nice to see you again. If you would kindly step down from your position and hired hand it over to the Dark Lord .... '' the loudspeaker pointed his wand to the dead employee. `` .... you would not require to chance the Lapp luck, would you ? Perhaps we can offer you loads of amber and a number of luscious cleaning woman in telephone exchange for your cooperation .... I am indisputable you would enjoy 'playing'with them more than you do with your portly wife. What do you think ? ``

Mr. Weasley was fuming with fury, his nerve now the same tone as his hair. He pointed his verge at the speaker and spoke clearly for everyone to hear. `` Lucius, I love my wife and I do n't think any amount of gold can buy the happiness I feel with my family and knowing that I am doing the right wing affair. severalise your sea captain that I would never relinquish my position to someone like him. I am not like Cornelius Fudge whom you could easily cook given the right incentive. I work for the commons trade good. ``

'' I 'm afraid you 'd make it difficult. pathos, you could have benefitted more from my proposal ... but you lost your chance. Aveda -- -- - '' Lucius was suddenly thrown off equalizer by a diversity of enchantment sent by no other than the five DA members who could not bear the post anymore. But they were surprised when a pocket-size hooded build ran in figurehead of Mr. Weasley in an try to protect him.

'' NOOOOOOOOO ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! NOT MY FATHER ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! '' shouted the small hooded figure. The DA members stared at one another in surprisal ... .Ginny ? A disgruntled death-eater sent a binding swearword at her followed by a cruciatus swearing. The chassis collapsed on the flooring, with her hood falling off her face. It was Ginny !

Ron quickly rushed to his babe 's position and carried her to an unoccupied elbow room, not leaving her side.

The other ministry employees who had already recovered from their shock followed the lead of the spiritual world military group that helped them. The construction immediately became chaotic as an array of curses were thrown back and forth the opposing groups.

'' Helen Wills ! What took you so long ? '' The DA members who positioned themselves close to the rector, heard him shout at the new arrival -- - Mad-Eye Moody, molly, lupin, bank note and respective more whom they did not know. Knowing that Moody would be able to see through their disillusion magical spell, they quickly retreated to the far end of the room before he could notice them.

'' traffic ! '' growled Helen Wills which caused several supercilium to resurrect in disbelief.

'' IMPEDIMENTA ! '' shouted mollie at a group of death-eaters.

'' STUPEFY ! '' shouted billhook at another batch.

'' INFERNUS GALACTICUS ! '' shouted another. Harry and his friend watched in amazement as the someone formed a clod of fervidness in his hired hand and hurled it forcefully to the big group of death-eaters in the building.

'' assuredness ! '' exclaimed Neville.

'' CRUCIO ! '' countered a death-eater to the one who conjured the fire throwing spell but it was successfully dodged by the person.

'' Helen Newington Wills ! There are too many enemies ... .call thrower 's group now ! '' shouted Mr. Weasley again as he saw more death-eaters make it at the ministry.

'' No, Arthur ! They are just kids ... .this is too dangerous for them ! '' immediately hollered Molly in between curses.

The DA phallus looked meaningfully at each early at that.

'' Helen Wills, shout them now or there wo n't be a ministry in an hr. '' Mr. Weasley said, ignoring his wife.

'' No, Arthur ! Molly is right. We ca n't put their aliveness in risk. '' argued Moody while sending a brawny pinkeye swearword at a nearby enemy.

The DA member continued to agitate but the increasing turn of death-eaters are proving to be too much for them. Harry and the others immediately tightened their grips on the galleon to signal the others to fare as soon as possible. Moody, noticing the burning feeling in his pocket, quickly took out the galleon and was shocked to find the countersign `` Help ! Ministry ! '' flashing before his center. He scanned the room until his center fell on the five Loretta Young disillusioned figures fighting death-eaters at the far corner of the room.

'' POOTTEEERRRR ! What are you doing here ? '' he shouted at the radical who was currently exchanging cuss with a rhythm of death-eaters.

'' ARE YOU MAD, MAD-EYE ? ! ? You ca n't do by all these death-eaters ... .Why did you refuse to ask for our help ? '' replied Harry furiously as he threw another oath to the death-eater attacking him.

'' We swore to Dumbledore that we will protect you at all cost ! '' answered Moody with the Lapplander ferocity.

'' If by protecting me, more will suffer, thank you very much but I wo n't allow it. '' said Harry.

'' Hrmp ! Let 's talk about this later ... '' said Moody grumpily before venting his thwarting on a nearby death-eater who was gooselike enough to ramble within his argument of vision.

Harry agreed although still fuming about the adult 's inconsistencies ... He noticed they did not suffer qualms about letting them face the dementors. Anyway, Dwight Lyman Moody was right ... this was not the time for arguments ... He reverted his attention to the death-eaters who were now slowly realizing that maybe they had taken more than they could chew. He noticed that some did not even seem that ruthless in conflict, not really experts in manuevers and tactics - one advantage that DA members had due to the countless training. Was it possible that they were fighting teenager like themselves ? Harry shuddered at the thought.

'' SERPENSORTIA ! ``

The whole group was distracted by the sudden appearance of serpent in the field. The death-eaters laughed mockingly at the terror-struck ministry employees as they conjured more snakes from their wand. Several aurors and society phallus attempted to vanish the snakes using fire and vanishing patch but the snakes kept on coming courtesy of the death-eaters who seemed to cerebrate that they had everything under restraint now.

Harry hastily removed the disillusionment charm and slowly approached the snakes. `` cover song me. '' he informed his champion and the lodge members.

'' hoot ... ... ... hissss ... ... .... '' ( Please do n't aggress us ... we 're dear citizenry .... ) Harry spoke to the snakes.

'' snort ... ... ... ... hisss ... ... .... '' ( We do n't desire to attack anyone ... It 's just that they ordered us to ... ) replied the snakes.

'' Hissssssss ... ... ..hisssssssssss '' ( I think we 're linked somehow because I have the natural endowment to mouth with you. Please trust me. Do n't harm me and my friends. Why do n't you attack the deatheaters ? They were the one who disturbed your peace of mind. )

The snakes slowly nodded their heads and turned to the death-eaters who were too stunned to react. Some ministry employees were looking at Harry strangely too.

'' Did n't your original inform you that I 'm a parseltongue ? '' It was Harry 's turn of events to mock the foe now.

'' EXPELLIARMUS ! '' Harry, Luna, Hermione, Neville and the former DA penis who had now arrived shouted in unison, taking advantage of their temp stillness. several baton immediately flew to their script rendering the other death-eaters useless.

'' PETRIFICUS TOTALUS ! '' They shouted again and more death-eaters toppled on the floor, screaming salaciousness at them.

Moody and the early aurors quickly performed a piece similar to the one Dumbledore used to bind the death-eaters. They had apprehended at least 50 of them. Lucius, seething with ire, ordered the remaining hooded figures to flee. He gave Harry one disdainful glare before he declared, `` You will soon wish you had never been born .... '' With that said, Lucius disapparated to report to his master.
Chapter 20 - The profligate Daugher retort ....

'' Father ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! It 's Ginny ! We need to help her ! '' Ron frantically shouted as the tension in the edifice subsided.

Molly quickly rushed to her daughter 's side, ignoring the crowd that were now rounding up the apprehended death-eaters and removing their hood for proper identification. `` Oh, my miserable baby ! What spell hit her ? ``

'' Is s-she -- - ? '' The Weasley Gemini asked nervously after seeing the unmoving body of their new sister.

'' NO ! '' exclaimed Ron and glared at the twins as if that was a very unthinkable affair to say.

'' Who did this to her ? '' demanded Bill as he, too, stared at the unconscious frame, pain still clearly etched on her pale face.

'' Stunning patch and the cruciatus jinx. A death-eater cursed her when she ran in presence of Mr. Weasley. '' said Harry while wondering why genus Draco, the cunning and manipulative love child she chose over them, did not come to her rescue. And to call up he had been gullible enough to assume that he cared enough for Ginny to not let anybody harm her in any way !'I should have brought her backbone when I had the chance ...'

'' Oh, my darling little girl ! '' cried Mrs. Weasley.

'' ejaculate on, molly, it 's OK. We just necessitate to bring her to lady Pomphrey. '' said Mr. Weasley, carrying their untested child carefully.

The emotions that engulfed the way were very intense and diverse as they all waited for lady Pomphrey 's annunciation about Ginny 's status. Of course of study, the Weasleys were simply ecstatic about her being with them now no issue what she had done. They seemed to think that her attempt to redeem her father had been adequate retribution on her office and that signified that she was still not as corrupted as they had first thought.

Harry, Hermione and Neville were quite relieved although there were several questions that nagged their creative thinker. How hail Ginny followed the order to attack the ministry when she knew full well what could possibly befall if her father refused ? Or did she know ? What about genus Draco ? How come there were Thomas More Loretta Young death-eaters than adult dark wizard in the attack ? Should n't there be more feel death-eaters there or were they not expecting such strong ohmic resistance ?

The other DA member were also occupied with theories of their own. Some seemed content about the overconfident turn of events but one was quite funny about the need behind Ginny 's natural action -- -- Luna. Something did not feel right and she always trusted her instinct. She gazed around the way, her forehead furrowed as she contemplated on what SHE SAW happened and what might have got REALLY happened. Her sass curled in disgust as if she thought of something unpleasant.

Harry did not notice her reaction because he was sitting beside her and could not see her face ... .but Hermione did.

'' What 's wrong, Luna ? '' she asked, curious about what made her react that way.

Luna opened her backtalk as if to say something but decided against it. `` goose egg. '' she said simply and closed her center to avoid Hermione 's questioning stare.

Oblivious to the interchange, Harry turned to Hermione to ask her about the progress of the ability Reviving Potion.

'' It 's fine, Harry. We only need the inwardness of the Patronus'buss but we can only add that at Crigod 's Commune and should immediately be administered to the champion or else it would not be that effective. '' replied Hermione.

'' That 's great ! '' said Harry.

'' Mr. ceramist, converge me in the grooming Room. We need to babble out. '' said Professor McGonagall sternly as she walked silently to the situation. Harry followed. It was not a asking. It was a command and it made him slightly nervous about what they were going to babble about.

As he closed the door behind him, his jaw dropped as his eye fell on the very grave faces of professor McGonagall, Moody, Bill, Arthur, lupine, Snape and the person he remembered as the one who conjured the impressive ball of fire spell. 'Why are they all here ? This is unfit than I thought .'

'' H-have I done something awry ? '' he asked tentatively.

'' How clever of you to suppose that, potter ! '' said Snape disdainfully. Harry simply ignored his remark.

'' Why did you go there when I specifically ordered you to bide here ? '' asked Moody.

'' No compliments for the rules just like his arrogant Father-God. '' Snape muttered under his breath.

'' enough, Severus. '' said Moody as if admonishing a naughty child.

'' I-er We were afraid that your forces wo n't be enough against the enemies so we decided to check. We 'll only abide if we think we 're needed and it turned out that we were. You were late. '' said Harry.

'' And thank goodness your group was there, Harry. '' said Arthur Weasley to preclude the brewing argument.

Moody looked a bit ashamed but disgruntled at the same time and Snape pursed his lips, annoyed that Harry did not get the tongue-lashing he expected.

'' Relax, Harry. We did not land you here to talk about that. We 're here to tattle about Crigod 's Commune occupant. Severus had already discovered the public figure and emplacement of the persons involved. Unfortunately, convincing them would not be that easy even after lifting the memory charms. They had already been so accustomed to muggle life that they might be reluctant to return. '' said Professor Lupin.

'' I have already talked to a few and they all said they needed time to cerebrate about it first. Some are already short. '' said Snape while staring down at his written report to veil his face.

Harry tried to hold in his disappointment at the tidings but found it a very verbose undertaking. So, that explains why they wore such sick expression. After everything, he imagined this would be the soft part. It never even crossed his creative thinker that there might be other divisor to consider ... like the Byzantine individual'chariness to return to the living they had already forgotten.

'' So what do we do now ? '' he weakly asked.

'' We wait ... '' replied President Arthur calmly.

'' WE WAIT ? ! ? AGAIN ? ! ? '' Harry suddenly exploded at hearing those words. How he hated hearing them ... .the curse of his being !

The others glanced at him nervously as he radiated a mighty halo that seemed to wire the room. Then, as quickly as it had come, the aura receded as Harry slumped to the nearest chairman, exhausted. `` amercement ... .so we wait ... for how long ? '' he asked, resigned to the situation.

'' We 're not indisputable, Harry. It 's hard to gauge the amount of metre they needed to do up with a decision. Besides, I 'm not really sure if they are bequeath to hope us ... '' said Chester Alan Arthur cautiously, not willing to trigger his temper again.

'' Alright, sorry for my outburst. It 's just that we were all excited about this ... the potion is ready and all ... we just needed the house physician ... .It 's really disappointing to discover the tidings. '' said Harry, then he suddenly stood up as an idea formed on his mind. `` Maybe you should bring my aunt with you. She may be capable to help you win over them since she 's one of them. ``

'' Why, that 's a keen suggestion, Harry, even if it came from you. '' said Snape with his usual sarcastic timbre but Harry ignored it once more. He was used to his snide scuttlebutt after enduring it for five straight years.

'' And I 'm sure as shooting you have enough common sense on your head not to entrust Brigham Young Ginny with this information yet. '' Snape continued but he spoke in such a low voice so that only Harry could hear him. Harry stared at him, puzzled at his go scuttlebutt but refrained from asking as Snape gave him a don't-ask-me- that-in-front-of-the-Weasleys look.

'' By the way, Harry, this is Malcolm, one of the new recruit of the order. He wishes to teach your group with the fireball proficiency if you wanted to. '' said banknote for the first time, introducing the unknown visitor whom they all forgot was there as they discussed the Holocene developments on the plan.

'' Nice to touch you, Malcolm. That was really awful ! Can you teach us now ? '' asked Harry eagerly, temporarily forgetting the disheartening newsworthiness he received a piece ago.

'' That 's what I 'm here for. I can show you how to do it but you have to drill by yourselves. We have a lot of matter to do, you know ... Order matters. '' said Malcolm.

'' That 's still great ! delay here for a while. I 'm just going to get the early phallus. ``

Harry excused him and excitedly left the room. The Order members, with the exclusion of Snape who usually gave an opinion that smiling was a sign of the zodiac of weakness, just smiled good-naturedly at the Thomas Young man eager to learn More. When Harry returned with the DA appendage, only Malcolm and Bill were there.

'' I reckon they do n't want to be accidentally hit with the fireball curse by overeager students. '' said account, cautiously charming himself with a fire repellant appealingness and looking a little more cheerful now.

It turned out that Malcolm was a very efficient instructor. Soon they all learned the basic technique and some were already able to form small fireballs on the palms of their manpower. Ron, who had n't seen the literal fireball that Malcolm conjured at the ministry, was simply bowled over and block his in the first place dilemma too.

'' Cool ! '' exclaimed Ron as Malcolm gave them a demonstration of what a really powerful fireball would look like.

'' Cool ? Do n't you think 'hot'? '' said Hermione as she held the fireball on her low palm and was getting a little bit affected by the heat.

'' Oh, yeah, that too. '' said Ron, with eyes still transfixed at the ongoing monstrance. Malcolm strode over to Hermione after he was done.

'' Ouch, that must hurt ! it 's really not advisable to hold back it for so long ... You have to hurl it at the enemy as soon as you conjure it. That way, you wo n't finger the heat much. '' he explained as he looked at Hermione 's blistered deal. Upon seeing her hand, the early members quickly hurled their fireballs on the ball and extinquished it with the weewee cannon spell.

By the end of the session, all DA extremity could perform the spell although some ball of fire were large than the others but Malcolm assured them that with constant practice, their fireballs would be powerful enough to topple down at least ten death-eaters at once.

'' You were large ! Not all first-timers could do that but I guess your premature grooming helped you to learn the patch fast. Let your bulla heal beginning before you practice again. ciao ! '' With that, he and note went out of the room and disappeared somewhere before they could stop them.

The DA phallus grinned foolishly with one another as they stared at their now swollen manpower. It really hurts but who cares ? That 's one major spell that was worth the pain. They all went to Madam Pomphrey who just sprinkled some powder on each of their hired hand and within a few minutes, their hands were healed much to their relief.

It was already dinner time when they heard the news about Ginny.

'' I assume you already know what happened to missy Weasley so I do n't make to elaborate. She will be fully recovered by tomorrow morn and I forbid all of you to bombard her with questions until she 's ready to talk about it. Do I give myself absolved ? '' said professor McGonagall as she sliced a well done steak on her plate.

'' Yes, professor McGonagall. '' said everyone in a way that the sickeningly honeyed Umbridge would be proud of.

The watch over day, Harry was jerked awake by a very forceful shove from one very excited Ron.

'' Harry, you sleepyhead, get up now ! Ginny 's awake ! Quick, let 's call in her. Hermione and Neville are already there with her. '' said Ron, handing him his glasses to save time.

'' Fine ... fine ... just when I getting to the skillful part of my pipe dream, my so- called best friend interrupts ... '' grumbled Harry, slowly getting up from the bed.

'' Hey, I did n't mean -- -- what kind of dream ? ``

'' Uhh ... Never mind .... '' said Harry, turning his cover on Ron and pretending to fix something to hide out his purge face.

'' A-ha ! That sort, huh ? '' said Ron, his eyes twinkling with mischief, the same look that the Gemini wore whenever they had thought of a particularly magnificent harlequinade. `` I ca n't wait till I tell the others ... ''

Harry 's eyes went wide as he grasped Ron 's innuendo. `` Not that, you idiot ! I was having a very marvelous clip with .... '' Then as if he just registered the understanding why Ron woke him up, `` Did you say Ginny 's awake ? come on ! '' He quickly grabbed the hand of his lost friend and ran to where Ginny was.

They found Hermione, Neville, Fred and George, and Colin chatting animatedly with Ginny while Luna observed them from a nearby chair. Ginny beckoned them to come finisher when she noticed their reaching. She gave each of them a hug, murmuring an apology as she did so.

'' Guys, I 'm really sorry ... especially to you, Ron and Hermione. I did n't mean to harm you in any way. I just do n't know what came to me. '' she said, her lower berth lip trembling as bout started to flow from her eyes.

'' Hush, it 's okay now. We 're here for you so never ever entertain the demented idea think that we 'd abandon you, okay ? '' said Hermione, embracing her tightly in a generous show of concern and reason. Ginny nodded mutely while she silently pleaded for the others'forgiveness.

'' Do n't concern, Ginny. We understand. We know you are not really evil. It 's that Malfoy ! Maybe he had done something to make you do those things ... '' said Ron, not noticing how Ginny tensed at the mention of genus Draco 's name.

Nobody noticed but Luna who was carefully scrutinizing Ginny 's face for any sign of illusion. She quickly turned her attention to the sorcerous works that she was holding on her lap while analyzing Ginny 's response. She did not even notice when Harry sat by her side.

'' Hey, hon, what 's incorrect ? '' Luna was startled by his question.

'' Oh ! naught ... just thinking ... ''

'' About what ? ``

'' Nothing in particular ... just wondering about the whereabouts of my father again ... why Ginny was here ... and what is going to happen now ... '' she answered truthfully. She was, afterall, her boyfriend and she valued their relationship too much to taint it with lies.

'' Hmm ... so you have incertitude about Ginny too ? Do n't worry too much, love. Everything will be alright. '' said Harry, enveloping her in his munition and planting a soft kiss on her cheeks.

'' Was Draco there ? How seed he did not come to your rescue when someone cursed you. '' they heard Fred ask and they walked over to join the conversation.

'' Why did you hail with them ? '' asked George, queer too.

'' It was Draco who hit me and I ca n't believe he did that to me. I did n't know where we were going at initiative. I thought we 're just going to a death- eater conference. I did n't even know that dad was the new minister. '' replied Ginny remorsefully. `` I was afraid but when I saw what Lucius was about to do, I simply lost my mind and ran to protect him. I would never forgive myself if something bad happened to him. '' Her brothers gave her benevolent looks and offered to assassinate Draco at the first opportunity they got.

'' You do n't possess to do that. I do n't want my father to lock my brothers in Azkaban for killing someone. '' said Ginny, smiling slightly.

'If she was lying, then she 's putting up a very convincing front .'thinking Luna as she surveyed her reaction .'... or maybe I was just being paranoiac ...'

'' Hey, Ginny ! We 're running the pettifogger now. Maybe you could help with the articles ... you know ... some inside info about the death-eaters ... It 's really great to have you back ! '' said Colin, aiming his television camera at the stunned red- headed girl.

'' You were the one creditworthy for that ? ! ? I should have known ... It 's giving Lucius a major headache. He could n't reckon out who was publishing the paper and how it was being distributed. He suffered Lord Voldemort 's wrath because of his failure to feel out. '' said Ginny, genuinely delighted at hearing the information.

'' Out of the way now ... .give the poor little girl a break. '' Madam Pomphrey ordering the visitant out, providing Harry with a staring excuse to blab to his friends away from Ginny.

He immediately called all DA fellow member, aside from Ginny, for a warm meeting. He updated them on the status of the Crigod 's resident. As expected, they were all thwarted too but Harry alleviated their concern by pointing out that some thing could not be rushed. The members reluctantly agreed as they could not argue with that fact. Harry took a abstruse breath before stating the last persona of the agenda.

'' I know most of us had been ally with Ginny, some closer than most and we 're all very glad that she 's back. However, we must trammel the info that we ploughshare with her. ``

'' What do you intend ? You do n't confide my sister ? '' exclaimed Ron indignantly. Fred, George and Neville looked a little miffed too. They thought Harry was last to Ginny.

'' It 's not that he does n't trust her, Ron. He 's just being careful. '' said Luna in Harry 's defense.

'' Yeah, Ron. She did hit you with the Cruciatus Curse, did n't she ? That 's not to be taken lightly. '' said Cho, agreeing with Luna for the low gear time.

'' Wait a minute -- - this is our sis we 're talking about, not some bloody Slytherin ! '' exclaimed Fred in disgust.

'' It 's not about houses, Fred. Harry 's right field. We have to be careful. There 's nothing wrong with that, is there ? We 'll let her in on everything as soon as we think it 's safe. '' said Hermione calmly to disseminate the tensity but Ron and the similitude only gave her vicious limelight before agreeing against their will.

'' We have to be careful but not that careful that we wo n't even blab out to her about anything. We can set out with talking to her about old times ... making her smell at home and secure. She can join our training if she 's physically fit enough for that -- we do n't need her to feel left out or anything. We can also part our past experiences with her but no data shall be given about Crigod 's Commune and the house-elves liberation front until we 're sure as shooting it 's prophylactic. '' stated Harry, quickly putting an end to the meeting before the hot-headed Weasley blood brother decide to anathemise them all. He just hoped that Ginny was not up to something as Luna had feared or else ...

Chapter 21 - rear to Crigod 's Commune

Two workweek had passed but still no news about the residents of Crigod 's Commune. But Harry refused to allow himself to be the first to crack under the climb desperation. He had to put on a brave and hopeful stance in social movement of the DA penis who were now getting restless about the lack of intelligence. Even the death-eaters were silent after the onrush on the Ministry. It seemed that the design to attack the werewolves'den was abolished or they would have heard about it by now. That was very fortunate on their part because if Voldemort noticed the peculiar behaviour of the dementors, then he would surely find oneself out that something was haywire. Harry assumed that maybe they were currently laying low and rethinking their programme to take over the wizarding world.

The only positive thing now was that Ginny seemed to be sincere in her activeness. By the end of the week, she had already been allowed to link up the DA confluence and had even been requested to spell a few articles for the Rebel Quibbler. Her human relationship with the others greatly improved too making them overleap her 'minor fuckup'as the twins liked to put it. A discreet cough distracted Harry from his cerebration. He turned around to see Dudley wringing his mammoth deal behind him, hesitating to approach him.

'' Hey, why are you standing there ? Sit here. '' he politely asked him to sit on the chair in figurehead of him. He noticed that Dudley was still hesitant but decided to do just that.

'' Err ... H-harry, I was wondering if you had any idea what mother was doing right now ... I mean, that horrible professor of yours fetched her one dayspring and she had not returned till then ... me and my father are worried already. '' said Dudley.

'' Oh, so Uncle Vernon is still awake ... I thought he already dropped dead from shock upon seeing so many magical beings here. I have n't seen him for a long time. '' commented Harry, not really answering his cousin 's interrogative sentence. His cousin gave him a reproachful look. `` Oops, sorry, bad joke. ``

'' So ... do you know ? ``

'' I may or may not know but it 's her story to tell not mine. '' said Harry casually. Seeing his cousin 's spooky face, he decided to exposit more, `` Do n't worry, I 'm sure everything 's amercement. She 'll come back soon. ``

'' I hope so ... D-dad has been really Weird since she left and one time, he -- he hit me ... '' Harry could see that Dudley was about to cry now.

'' He hit you ? B-but why ? ``

'' I d-do n't know ... we were just talking about school and hooey then I a- accidentally told him what I experienced when we were attacked by dementoids -- ''

'' Dementors not dementoids, Dud. ``

'' Whatever ... then he went berzerk and shouted obscenities at me as if I was a monster ... then he hit me. I stayed out of his way since then .... ''

'' God ! Why did n't you tell me before ? ``

'' I was ashamed to ask for your assistance and I really did not think that you would hear to me ... I mean, I was horrible to you and all ... why would you put out ... ''

'' Forget about it. That 's all in the past tense now. Can you order me what happened when you were attacked ? '' Harry was definitely singular now as to why that particular retentiveness would trigger his uncle to hurt his simply son.

'' Remember when I first went to Smeltings ? I had no admirer there aside from dock and we were not on the Lapplander discussion section. The first few weeks had been so terrible. I suffered some major intimidation from the upperclassmen there and I had to endure it or else Dad would be so disappointed in me. I did not complain to the headmistress either because the bullies threatened me with more physical injuries. One night the instructor had a league. The roughneck got fatigue of making a punching bag out of me ... and they decided to .... ''

Dudley finally broke down and Harry stared in confusion as he watched his full cousin looking so fragile. He thought his cousin had it all and was never made to suffer anything ... but here he was, crying his heart out about something awful that happened at the exclusive schooling that his uncle was boasting about.

'' What happened ? '' he gently encouraged him to go on, knowing that sharing the essence would make him feel better.

'' Since there are no female child in our school, they d-decided to ... discharge their umm-adolescent impulse on me ... '' Harry exclaimed in disgust at that. What persons on their correct mind would consider of doing that ? And they were still youngster !

'' ... They violently removed my vesture b-but before they could do anything else, something Wyrd happened ... I could n't explain it but it was as if a mystifying light had enveloped me. I shielded my eyes from the blinding light and when I opened them, I saw the roughneck lying on the basis, unconscious. I was so mark that I did n't even incommode to get dressed. I just gathered my dress and ran to my room to hide. ``

'' What happened to the roughneck ? '' asked Harry furiously. 'Those bastards and I thought Malfoy was evil !'

'' They got scared of me after that ... and they did not secernate anyone about it either. From then on, other secret things had happened to me but I was in defence. I do n't require to think that I 'm like you because I know my parents would be ferocious. But living here, I realized that your kind is not that bad and if there 's anything that I could do to help, then maybe I should just do it. ``

Harry stared at his first cousin in shock. First, his auntie now his full cousin ? A star ? But surely, Dumbledore would have known ... how ejaculate Dudley had never received a letter ? So many questions unanswered but instead he said, `` I appreciate your crack Dud but you better verbalize to your mother first when she comes back. I 'm trusted she can enlighten you on some of your problems. I 'll see what I can do about Uncle Vernon. ``

Dudley nodded and for the first time, Harry felt that he had a real cousin.

'' MY LITTLE PUMPKIN ! '' Both Harry and Dudley were startled out of their wits upon hearing the unearthly cry of someone who had just arrived.

'' MUM ! '' Dudley quickly ran to his mother and embraced her tightly. `` I missed you so much. Where have you been ? ``

Upon seeing the happy reunion, Harry discreetly left the two. They had a lot to spill the beans about and he did not want to interfere. He immediately scanned the elbow room for Snape. If his aunty was here, then it meant that Snape was also around. He did not get to look hard. The self-satisfied expression of the professor was hard to miss since he was obviously looking for him too.

'' Prepare your group, Potter. They are all at the Ministry right now waiting for our signal. '' said Snape without so much as a full dayspring to him.

'' Are we going now ? ``

'' Unless you have any objection. I was under the effect that you were in a precipitation. '' said Snape with the usual sneer on his face.

'' I am. '' said Harry.

Harry hastily rounded up all the members for a quick scenario building before they return to Crigod 's Commune. He was about to start the meeting when he noticed that Cho, Luna and Ginny were not yet there.

'' Where are the others ? '' he asked. The submit DA penis just shrugged their shoulders.

'' delay here. I 'll look for them first. '' he said.

'' We 'll come with you. '' said Ron and Hermione at once.

Harry did not bother to rot fourth dimension disagreeing with them. Instead, he whipped out the piranha 's Map that he always carry around in his cloak to turn up the missing members. He was puzzled to discover that all three were standing just outside the elbow room of necessity. When Ron and Hermione peeked into the map, they too found it unusual. But nothing was stranger than the panorama they witnessed when they opened the door. Cho and Luna were standing side by side, both glaring and pointing their wands at the person in figurehead of them. They could n't see the early person yet but they knew it was Ginny.

'' Hey ! What do you guess you 're doing ? '' exclaimed Ron as he ran outside to force their wands down. Hermione went with him.

'' Luna, what 's the meaning of this ? '' asked Harry. He could n't conceive that Luna would dare attack anyone, much less Ginny, since she was one of her near friend at Hogwarts.

'' Ask her ! '' said Luna, vehemently pointing her fingerbreadth at Ginny.

'' Ginny, what -- -- ''

'' Oh, Harry ! Thank good you 're here ! I just came out for a while to get some novel air and following thing I knew, they already had their baton pointed at me and accused me of tremendous thing ... '' said Ginny as she wrapped her branch around Harry and sobbing furiously on his chest.

'' You see ! You upset her ! '' shouted Ron, looking as if he was about to knock them cold if they had not been females.

'' derangement ! Go side with her then but do n't wait us to apologize ! '' screamed Cho too.

'' ENOUGH ! We all have to go back to the training Room now. We have work to do. We can reconcile this later. '' said Hermione and she entered the room in a huff followed by Ron. Ginny was still clinging to Harry 's arm as they went after them. Cho and Luna trailed behind ... enabling them to see the triumphant smirk on the fille 's face as she glanced maliciously at their direction.

The DA members were shocked to ascertain so many mass waiting for them outside the Village. Moody, being his usual paranoid self, went over to them for final pedagogy while petunia joined her previous neighbors.

'' How many foeman are inside ? ``

'' Three death-eaters and a large number of dementors but do n't vex about them. They became tame after they lost their loss leader. '' replied Harry.

'' Alright, then. You go first, then the occupier accompanied by range phallus will follow at your signal. Make for certain the dementors are out of the way. We do n't desire them to feel spooky on their 1st day back. Are you sure your group can cover that ? '' asked Moody, eyeing him surreptitiously.

'' affirmative ! By the way, how many are they ? ``

'' About l. Your aunt had quite a fanatical fervor. She convinced most of them to go despite the danger. '' said Moody, his usual abrupt demeanor replaced with a momentary tinge of admiration for the horse-faced cleaning woman who never failed to annoy him before. Harry smiled slightly at seeing this, proud of his aunt too.

'' Are you finished with your discussion ? '' said lupine, tapping Moody on his articulatio humeri to catch his attention.

'' Hello lupine ! upright to see you ! '' said Harry, glad at seeing the professor he came to regard as a friend.

'' Go now, boy. Do n't let me keep you. '' said Moody after instructing Petunia to afford the door for them.

Harry nodded and this clock time, he did not apprise the DA phallus to disenchant themselves. He was confident that they could handle three foolish death-eaters even if they were completely visible.

'' Alright, guys, as soon as the doorway 's open, run inside and sandbag every moving brute there. I 'll handle the dementors. '' intructed Harry to his members. He noticed the threshold appear. `` NOW ! ``

All fellow member hurried privileged and deafening cries of `` Stupefy '' were heard echoing around the place. Harry ignored them all and purposely rushed to where the dementors'were to give the necessary command. Within a few minutes, DA had everything under ascendance and Harry sent twinkle on the sky to signal that it was dependable for the others to come inside. The residents were all on the verge of snag as they stepped into the place they once called rest home ... the place that they now realized was still their home. The Order members took their respective positions to batten the placement while they perform the ritual.

'' Hermione, Cho ... .the potion. Now, everyone cast a circle. '' commanded Harry as the potion was placed on top of the table that lupine had conjured for their use.

The resident physician religiously followed his teaching while DA penis formed an KO'd circle to swear out as the back crinkle of defense in case foeman arrive and got past the Order members.

The power acquired From these sorcerous being Obtained through iniquity means Be restored by the new king

To subdue the exponent within Downfall of the Dark Lord near Let the Crigod 's nipper Reclaim the power denied

The chanting continued led by Hermione and Cho until the Power revival meeting Potion started to seethe on its own volition. Harry looked at the two and they both nodded indicating that it was time for Harry to add the net ingredient.

'' EXPECTO PATRONUM ! '' an enormous hart immediately exploded from his wand and circled all the residents before halting in front of the potion.

'' PASSUS PATRONO HALKUM ! '' At Harry 's command, a rainbow of colors emanated from the stag and was gradually absorbed by the brewing potion. They all watched in fascination at the wide array of colorful sparks dancing around the ash gray cauldron reluctantly lent by Snape for this particular event. When the captivating display had subsided, Hermione and Cho quickly scooped the concoction into favourable tea cups courtesy of professor McGonagall while Harry, Luna, Ron and Neville passed the cups to each of the residents with the measured teaching that they should not drink it yet.

Every resident held the prosperous tea cup with quivering hand, nervously awaiting their fate. Hermione, satisfied that everything was going according to plan, ordered them all to commonwealth each of their complete figure clearly, initiative figure for matrimonial women of course, and their residence during the clock time of the attack before drinking the potion.

As soon as the potion was consumed, the occupier all collapsed on the ground. DA fellow member looked at one another, horrified at seeing them fall. What have they done ? Hermione and Cho frantically searched their musical note for any reference about side effects or something but there was none. Other DA members took the residents'beat to see if their respiration was still convention but were aghast when they noticed that their heartbeat was erratic.

'' Harry ! What 's happening ? '' asked Ron nervously.

'' I do n't know. This was not supposed to happen. '' said Harry, also confused. He looked at Hermione and Cho to essay their pledge that it was only cancel but their panicked expressions alarmed him too. He saw Luna approach the two, apparently trying to settle down them down enough to find a root to the problem.

Snape, Helen Wills and lupine immediately rushed to their face when they noticed the disruption too.

'' What happened here ? '' demanded Moody.

'' We do n't know. I think something went haywire ... '' said Harry weakly.

'' You should stimulate let me brew the potion. '' said Snape, his common smirk replaced with worry at seeing the bodies lying helplessly on the ground.

'' You were always away on a delegation and we honestly thought that we could do it without your helper. '' stated Harry, his heart not leaving the soundbox of the house physician as if mentally willing them to be alright.

Suddenly, they all heard a loud clash from behind the door. All head word instantaneously turned to the focusing of the strait with wand at the ready only to be greeted with the unwelcome sight of design wearing exhaust hood to address their hideous faces.
Chapter 22 - Facing Voldemort

The death-eaters sauntered to the other side of the group miraculously unhurt. As opposed to their usual tendency, they did not evoke a I curse to the thaumaturgist present tense ... .neither did the Order and DA extremity. It was as if everyone was waiting for some signal of sorts before they start the conflict. Even the fierce Moody controlled his urge to cuss the detestable faces behind the masks. The two conflicting forces stared at each other malevolently but no one dared make the first movement. The muteness was deafening and the million-dollar question was nagging everyone 's judgment -- - 'What 's going to happen now ?'

Harry secretly ordered the DA extremity to block the unconscious residents from the darkness adept'view. The silent battle of wits continued. various agonizing minutes had passed but still, nobody moved aside from the dementors that came out of their hiding when they sensed the arrival of someone not covered by their top executive 's premature instruction. But they too seemed confused at the lack of activity that they dared not come near them.

The waiting continued until some decided to sit down and loosen up for a spell to conserve their military posture. Just when everyone was bored enough to attempt to lie down, the logic gate magically opened once again to unveil the arrival of the most vicious, most cunning, most malign sorcerer of all time -- -- Almighty VOLDEMORT !

'' I see you have all been patiently waiting for my arrival. '' he casually strode into the death-eaters'localization as if they were all there for a peaceful gather instead of an impendent combat. He took in the surround and immediately singled Snape out. `` Ahh, Severus, my once loyal servant, not as effective as before, are you ? Were n't you able to rule out our latest plan ? Did n't you even wonder why you were all able to come here so easily ? '' Snape cringed at his touch.

'' What do you want ? '' asked Harry, eyeing the night Creator carefully.

'' solitaire ... .patience ... We 'll soon get to that. By the way, I would like to give you the pleasure of knowing that a issue of my loyal servants are on the way to the ministry and your concealing home. At my signal, the death- eater would attack and the dementors would suck their soulfulness living you with no early allies. Fortunately, I have a more efficient spy than you do. '' The dark Almighty cackled merrily, clearly elated at tormenting his audience.

'' You 're lying ! '' shouted Harry, knowing full-of-the-moon fountainhead that the dementors would not follow Voldemort 's orders. He could n't be for certain about the death-eaters but he did not believe that they could master the aurors at the ministry now that they had ample preparation. His only worry now was the school. Only a few competent wizards were left there.

'' patsy ! Would you care me to give you proofread ? ``

'' What do you want ? '' asked Harry furiously.

'' Be my handmaiden and I will name off the approach and let your friends here walk destitute. Their life-time are in your hands, potter. I advise you to choose wisely. '' Voldemort scanned the radical again until his eyes fell on Luna. `` On second cerebration, maybe I need to give you adequate reason to comply to my wishes. '' With a wave of his paw, Luna was suddenly disarmed and thrown forcefully to the horde of death-eaters waiting on his side.

Harry was horrified at seeing his girlfriend at such a finespun situation. The Order appendage immediately raised their wand but was stopped by Voldemort 's words.

'' The moment you attack, my servant will do too and the girl will perish. ``

The ordering penis lowered their baton furiously but one death-eater suddenly ran to Voldemort.

'' You said you wo n't hurt my girl if I join you ! '' he exclaimed as he removed his mask angrily. The onlookers were shocked as they saw who was behind the mask.

'' Father ! '' screamed Luna upon seeing her father. She struggled to get free but the death-eaters held her tight.

'' That was before she joined ceramist. ``

'' Then I refuse to be your servant anymore ! '' shouted Jack Lovegood, quickly sending the killing curse on Voldemort but it did not have the await effect. He stared horrified at his former headmaster who was now mocking his efforts.

'' You underestimated me. Now, you 'll pay for your insolence. CRUCIO ! '' diddley immediately fell to the ground, writhing in pain.

'' NOOOOOOOO ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! '' screamed Luna, tears flowing abundantly on her face as she stared at the incapacitated figure of his father. But she too was hit mercilessly by the Cruciatus Curse.

'' INFERNUS GALACTICUS ! '' shouted Harry angrily, hurling the fireball at Voldemort who staggered due to the impact.

'' I thought we understood each other, Potter. '' said the darkness Lord, apparently surprised at his attack.

'' NO ! YOU MISUNDERSTOOD ME. I 'M SURE MY FRIENDS WOULD FORGIVE ME FOR CHOOSING TO FIGHT INSTEAD OF railroad siding WITH YOU DESPITE THE aftermath ! '' yelled Harry as he threw another go at Voldemort.

The conflict broke out immediately as if that was the sign they have all been waiting for. Moody threw curses left and right like a mad man while Lupin fought along face with him. Snape fought the enemy as if he had been wanting to do that for the longest clock time and all the DA penis put their training to good use.

'' BATTLE FORMATION ! '' shouted Ron at a mathematical group of DA members not covering the Crigod residents who were still unconscious. Hermione, Neville, Cho and Weasley twins all pointed their wands upwards as Ron started to regorge the patch they had practiced before.

'' HYDRO OXYDUS ! '' The water cannon toppled several death-eaters attempting to hex them.

'' ABSOLUTO PROTEGO ! '' the DA penis hiding the Crigod resident physician casted the absolute shielding appeal to avert the curses sent their way.

'' AVEDA KEDAVRA ! '' one death-eater managed to tramp the killing enchantment but missed its target.

'' IMPEDIMENTA ! ``

'' PETRIFICUS TOTALUS ! '' Neville rendered one death-eater immobile by the spell.

'' CRUCIO ! '' Hermione immediately fell to the ground, howling with pain.

'' HERMIONE ! NOOOO ! ! ! ! ! ! '' exclaimed Ron as he ran to her side to facilitate her. `` Finite Incantatem ! '' Fred and George covered him as he did so. The conflict formation was broken and they had to oppose individually now.

'' STUPEFY ! '' Ginny was hit from nowhere and she collapsed too. Neville immediately carried her body to where Ron had hidden Hermione.

'' YOU, betrayer ! '' A death-eater sent the killing execration to mariner Lovegood before anyone could help him. Harry just turned his drumhead on time to see the green Christ Within hit Luna 's father squarely on the chest.

'' NOOOOO ! ! ! ! ! ! ! FATHER, DO N'T go forth ME ! PLEASE ! ! FATHER ! ! ! ! ! ! ! '' Luna 's loud scream of grief and defeat echoed around the billet and Harry 's ticker almost broke as he saw his lady friend fall on the ground as if she lost all the will to live. He quickly ran to her side to protect her from harm but Luna seemed oblivious to his actions.

'' VOLDEMORT ! WHY DO N'T YOU FIGHT ME LIKE A MAN FOR ONCE ! '' he shouted in frustration as he noticed more of his booster suffer More injuries. Some were already lying on the dry land although he could n't discern if they were drained or just unconscious.

'' I am much to a greater extent than a man, Potter. It 's your pick. '' replied Voldemort lazily. `` But I 'll chip in you one more chance, resignation now and the others will walk gratuitous. '' He waved his hand once more and all of his champion were immediately disarmed.

The chaos halted for a while as they all waited for Harry 's decision with bated hint. Harry was seriously considering the situation. He could summons their wands back but how long would it take before Voldemort could overtop his patriotic followers to kill them all. He knew his friend could do wandless magic too but still not that strong. Despite his previous declaration, he honestly did not want his friends to suffer on his behalf. Maybe agreeing with Voldemort now would throw them more time ....

'' Well ... .. ? '' prompted Voldemort.

'' I - I -- -- ''

'' Do n't do it, Harry ! ``

Everyone turned around to see where the courageous articulation came from. It was Harry 's aunt and she was glowing with the same muscular glory that Harry emanated when he was really furious. early Crigod occupant followed, flexing their mitt as if they were just getting used to their newfound effectiveness. They all watched in awe as genus Petunia and her friends effortlessly used wandless deception to arm their confrere once more.

Voldemort 's eyes widened at the enormous exhibit of power. He was not expecting this and judging from the stunned expression of his minions, they were not fix for this either.

'KILL THEM ALL ! ! ! '' roared Voldemort, his reddish eyes glowing a unsafe red in madness. The light side braced themselves for another troll of violent exchange but Voldemort 's regular army seemed too scared to attack. each of them eying the wandless combatants with fright.

'' Now, the tables have turned, Tom. '' said Harry, bursting with trust once more.

'' Let us see ! '' Voldemort clicked his digit and the dementors slowly approached them.

Harry noticed that the monastic order members and Crigod house physician became immediately anxious upon seeing the battalion of dementors ready to snipe at Voldemort 's command. Only the DA member seemed unconcerned.

Voldemort laughed evilly once more than. `` Let us see how well you could stop them all with your pitiable Patronus charms. '' He clicked his finger once more and ordered the dementors to attack.

cypher happened.

Voldemort commanded them once more. Again, nothing happened.

The Order members and Crigod resident physician were puzzled by the unusual behavior of the dementors. The death-eaters seemed confused as well.

'' I COMMAND YOU TO blast THEM NOW ! '' shouted Voldemort in desperation but the dementors remained still.

'' Do n't waste your breathe. They wo n't follow your purchase order. '' said Harry calmly, suppressing the laughter that was threatening to escape from his lips.

'' Why is that ? ``

'' Because you are not their loss leader. ``

'' That 's ridiculous ! I am the Dark Lord ! They have to obey me ! '' exclaimed Voldemort.

'' Watch me ! '' said Harry venomously as he ordered the dementors to charm the death-eaters but to exit the dark Lord to him.

The dementors immediately glided to the frightened death-eaters who did know how to conjure the Patronus Charm. They all ran to the logic gate at once to hightail it but the dementors were faster neglecting only a few dark wizards who were clever and experienced enough to suppress their auras. Harry faced Voldemort once more.

'' Now, I am giving you the chance to make up one's mind -- - capitulation or die ? '' said Harry but Voldemort already started throwing curses at him.

'' You really want to do matter the tough way, do you ? '' asked Harry exasperatedly as he expertly dodged the jinx sent his way.

'' AVEDA KEDAVRA ! ``

'' EXPELLIARMUS ! ``

Like what happened on Voldemort 's spiritual rebirth, the jet of greens light from Voldemort 's scepter met the red glint that blasted from Harry 's in midair. Then both of their wands vibrated vigorously until a bright, deep gold balance beam connected their baton once again.

The looker-on watched in astonishment as the two were lifted on the ground with an invisible force out and the golden beam splintered and criss-crossed around them to work a golden, dome-shaped web. And then an earthly, beautiful sound filled the air -- phoenix Song dynasty. Harry smiled as large astragal of lights appeared out of nowhere, rolling around the golden beam of light. He knew from experience that if he could force that bead of visible light to touch base with Voldemort 's wand, then he would see his parents again ... but this time, he did not intend to escape. He just want to talk with them one live time, before he finishes their liquidator off.

The death-eaters were the single howling with frustration now as they, too, recalled this particular scenario. They would sustain loved to aid their master but the dementors were making them weak now. The people on the side of the Light were actively cheering Harry on as they watched the growing anxiety on Voldemort 's face.

Harry concentrated with all his might to push the pearl to Voldemort 's wand until finally, it connected. Harry was confused. How could the wand connect so fast whereas before he found it so unmanageable and it took a long time ? And his baton was not vibrating as hard ... .Instinctively, Harry thought that something was wrong but he could not place it yet. Instead he focused his care on the public figure escaping from Voldemort 's wand. So many unfamiliar faces but Harry assumed that maybe he had killed so many wizards from their last encounter that it would shoot some time before the ghost of his parents appear. Harry waited patiently, not breaking the connection ... .but then another figure emerged ... Harry gasped in surprise and discombobulation ... ...

'' Dog Star ? '' Harry could not believe his eyes ... how could Sirius make out out of Voldemort 's wand ? It was Lestrange who killed him.

'' Nice to see you, Harry. I see you were stronger than before. '' said the ghost of Sirius, smiling gently at his grandson.

'' H-how ? ``

'' I know Lestrange killed me. I could not translate it either but be watchful. Do n't commit your eyes. This might not really be Voldemort you 're fighting with or maybe he 's using Lestrange 's wand. ``

'' B-but the wands connected ... Dumbledore said it happened because our wands have the same pith so he must be Voldemort. '' said Harry, still confused.

'' I would love to chat but we do n't have much time, Harry. Just remember, be vigilant ! '' Harry nodded solemnly. `` And do n't you go blaming yourself for what happened to me ... You 're the neat grandson I ever had and I am so proud of you. ``

more and more wizards came out of his opposite 's wand and some had approached their congeneric and friends watching the fight to finally say goodbye. Harry waited some more but still, neither the ghost of his parents nor Cedric 's came out of the wand. He stared at the mocking figure of his adversary. Voldemort was acting as if he had the upperhand on the situation. But before Harry could ponder more on his reaction, the beads of scant went through the wand and coursed through Voldemort 's trembling body.

Without warning, the evil wizard soon convulsed uncontrollably as if a tremendously mellow voltage of electicity was ransacking his interior. Then the drop of light escaped from every stoma of his being .... Then the dome- shaped web surrounding them gradually faded while the phoenix song struck its last note .... Voldemort 's reign of panic had finally ended ... The prognostication was fulfilled and after several months of sowing evil, execution and end, the most brutal, most cunning, most venerate sorceror of all time ... .fell lifeless on the ground.

Meanwhile, Harry potter, the Boy-Who-Lived-To-Kill-The-Dark-Lord, was staring at his foresighted clip nemesis with disbelief. That fast ? He was not even wounded or extremely drained with power and muscularity as he usually felt after an encounter with him. This did not even come close to the dramatic opposition he imagined and pondered upon -- with all the giants, lycanthrope, vampire and what-have-yous ferociously assaulting one another and leaving the battle subject area in ruins, dripping with blood ... Not that he was complaining though but this seemed form of anti-climactic somehow ... .'What 's going on ?'

'' YES ! ! ! ``

A forte whoop snapped Harry away from his reverie as the intact light position immediately ran to him, cheering wildly. Even Snape was jumping up and down like a maniac and his Aunt genus Petunia smothered him with candy kiss while crying with joy.

'' It 's a estimable thing you were able to pull that off, Harry. We 're not sure if we can do more than conjuration due to lack of recitation. We just banked on shocking them enough to yield you time. '' said his aunt.

'' You did it, mate ! '' exclaimed Ron, still carrying the limp form of Hermione.

'' You had us worried for a while, boy. Why did n't you tell us that you 're the new leader of dementors ? '' growled Moody, although he too was grinning foolishly making his face appear more disfigure than before.

'' It was supposed to be a surprisal, you know. '' answered Fred on his behalf.

'' Yeah, you should have seen your faces. I thought Lupin would pee on his pants in repulsion. '' guffawed George, punching lupin lightly on his arm. Lupin just smiled good-naturedly at him, not taking offensive at his joke.

Harry grinned despite his misgiving and turned around to look for Luna. However, his smile was quickly replaced with concern as he saw her kneeling beside the fallen design of her father, unmoving and with a blank spirit on her face. He rushed to her English to comfort her but Luna did not even look at him. She just continued staring blankly into space and grumbling repeatedly -- -- `` It 's just a dream ... .just a dreaming ... ''

Across the ecstatic crowd, partially hidden by the soul-sucking puppet, cipher noticed the modest band of death-eaters that stealthily made their way through the logic gate and disappeared into sparse air led by a newcomer with claw-like fingers and another with a shining, silver handwriting ... .while the other followers were callously left behind to get a circumstances worse than end itself ...
Chapter 23 - The Nightmare is not yet Over

HARRY ceramist, THE-BOY-WHO-LIVED, CONQUERED THE DARK Almighty ! ! ! - The Daily Prophet

REJOICE ! HE-WHO-MUST-NOT-BE-NAMED IS FINALLY DEAD ! ! ! - superstar 's Weekly

prophecy FULFILLED ! ! ! - Auror 's Digest

POETIC jurist -- HARRY AVENGED HIS PARENTS ON THEIR destruction ANNIVERSARY ! ! ! - The Johnny Reb pettifogger Hermione closed the newspapers in disgust. `` Hmp ! The coward -- - flaunting their paper now that it is safe for them to come out ! Except the freedom fighter Quibbler, of form. ``

'' Yeah, sounds like lip service to me. '' said George who was currently being mended by Fred, his counterpart brother, who in bit was being massaged by Lee who was trying to get away from Zacharias whose injury he unknowingly infected by treating him without washing his wands first. Hermione just rolled her centre in exasperation and went to look for more intellectually unquestioned persons to talk to.

'' Hey, where 's Harry ? '' she asked Ron who was currently gorging himself with intellectual nourishment as if he was deprived with it for so long.

'' With Luna, I guess ... '' answered Ron after washing all the food down his large stomach with a pitcher of pumpkin juice.

'' Really, Ron ! You 're so disgusting ! ``

'' Hey ! I 'm a growing boy and I did answer your head, did n't I ? '' said Ron, looking a little bit embarrassed.

'' fine ... fine ... but you know, I still ca n't think Harry defeated Voldemort so easily ... '' said Hermione.

'' Yeah, you-know-who was -- - ''

'' Say Voldemort, Ron. He ... ..is ... ..DEAD ... .No one needs to reverence him anymore. ``

'' You have a point there ... as I was saying, Voldy was n't as terrifying as before. '' mumbled Ron, eyeing Hermione 's pastry covetously. Hermione grudgingly offered it to him while muttering something unintelligible which incredibly sounded like `` Gulo gulo ! '' but Ron just smiled widely at her.

'' How do you know ? You have n't even met him before ... ''

'' I just know. ``

'' What kind of an solvent is that ? ``

'' I think he means that it was just his subconscious judgment speaking but he could not contribute a logical explanation ... yet. '' answered Cho as she joined in the conversation.

'' But it does n't change the fact that he 's bushed, right ? '' asked Hermione, glad that somebody with the right state of nous was there.

'' Maybe ... '' replied Cho evasively.

'' What do you have in mind ? '' prompted Hermione, not uncoerced to end the conversation at that.

'' Because even Harry had his question too. ``

'' How do you know ? He did n't even talk to us .... '' said Hermione, looking slightly hurt and offended that somebody else had known before her and Ron.

'' I heard him talking to Luna ... '' The two looked inquiringly at her. `` I just came by to visit her then I accidentally heard him talking to Luna about it ... '' Cho paused for a while. `` I really sense sad about what happened to Luna. She 's really nice and I am so ashamed of myself for even thinking that she 's just a good for nothing harum-scarum ! ``

'' I could n't believe what happened either. I do n't recognise which was speculative -- - her not knowing where her dad was or finding out that he bartered for her life then murder a few moment later ... She should be celebrating with us right now ... '' said Hermione remorsefully.

'' HARRY ! '' exclaimed Ron suddenly, nearly turning the mesa in his haste to put up up.

'' Hey, what 's faulty ? '' said both Cho and Hermione at once, seeing his glaze expression.

'' I just realized that Harry might be blaming himself right now for what happened to Luna 's dad. We need to talk to him before he wallow in self-condemnation again ! '' said Ron, unaware of the admiring glimpse that Hermione sent his way as he spoke.

The three immediately went to Luna 's Barbara Ward to see her and to lecture some sense to Harry before he wallow again in 'self-condemnation.
As they approached the ward, they saw Harry sitting beside Luna, holding her hand tight and engaging in a one-sided conversation, hoping that it would somehow penetrate her mind.

'' I 'm really really no-count, Luna ... .I hope I would hit it up to you somehow. I know I could n't fetch your founding father back but please ... please get along back ... .please come back for me ... I need you ... I love you. I have never told you that before but I 'm telling you now ... .I love you, hon ... '' Harry tried to pass over the weeping that rolled down his face but he could not serve it.

visual perception Luna like this was gradually destroying the short sanity that he still possessed but he needed to do this ... .for Luna and for himself. He was holding on to Madam Pomphrey 's words that there was nothing physically amiss with Luna. Her catatonic state was just due to appall and that her mind still refused to take on what happened but the mediwizard informed him that it was only temporarily but for how long, no one could really know.

Ron, Hermione and Cho stared consciously at one another after witnessing Harry 's heart-wrenching statements. It was Hermione who spoke first.

'' I-I think we should give them some secrecy for now. They deserve it ... Maybe we can tattle to Harry later ... '' she said weakly. The others agreed, not really wanting to poke.
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LETTER TO THE full general PUBLIC

The Ministry of legerdemain is elated to denote the 31st day of October 1996 as the National Wizards'Day of Peace. For those who have not heard of the recent exploitation on the virtuoso residential district yet, this is the day that iniquity Creator had finally been defeated by Harry Potter.

The Ministry wanted to name it Harry thrower Day but Mr. Potter politely refused because he firmly believes that it was not only him who had vanquished the enemy. It is the combined effort of the Wizarding domain that ended Voldemort 's sovereignty of terror. As such, let this day be commemmorated as the day that our world had joined together to fight evil and may this day remind us all of the agony and losses we endured to make our earth a better place.

In this light, let it be known that all the wizarding schools shall be opened once more to continue educating untried beldam and genius to their full potential. The new schoolmaster for Durmstrang academy would now be professor Marcus Leninski and Professor Minerva McGonagall for Hogwarts Schools of Witchcraft and Wizardry. prof Albus Dumbledore 's passing had been devastating but wherever he was, the reinstatement of these institutions would definitely establish him happy.

The Ministry shall offer assistance for the restoration of these schools as soon as magically possible. Also, the whole academic computer programme and schedule for this schoolhouse class had been altered for the pupil'benefit. This school yr would now last until Aug 15, 1997 and there would be a fairish two-week respite before the beginning of the take after term in which the academic schedule would revert to normal.

The shops in Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade was restored and fully operational. The public may now purchase their necessities there. However, we regret to inform you that Mr. Ollivander is still missing until now. You may purchase the wand at the Ministry of trick - Department of Wizard Trading where Mr. Ollivander 's product is currently being stored for safe-keeping.

For any other concerns, kindly inform the Ministry immediately and we would be glad to aid you in any way we can.

Hoping that the past few months would dissuade anyone from straying from the path of good.

Thank you very much and proficient day !

Sincerely yours,

Arthur Weasley Minister of Magic
'' Oh, Ron, your Fatherhood 's dedication is overwhelming ! '' said Hermione as she read the letter that had just arrived. Everyone received the letter and some were already having mixed reactions about the content.

'' pigeon hawk ! We 'll commence the term next calendar week ! '' exclaimed Neville.

'' After all we 've been through ? This is unfair ! '' said Parvati in agony after scanning the paper.

'' Really now. Do n't you opine this is the best thing that happened to us this past times few months ? '' said Hermione in Defense of the diplomatic minister 's decision.

'' Speak for yourself. '' muttered the bulk of the group.

'' wooing yourselves ! But I 'm so excited ... imagine we wo n't have to lose one schooling yr just because some black lord decided to conquer us ... '' said Hermione, then her eyes became suddenly wide with trouble. `` await ! We have n't received our Hogwart 's letters. We have n't even got the O.W.L resultant yet ! How are we going to buy our school day provision ? And we only got a week to prepare ! '' She paced around the room as if figuring out a way to figure out her dilemma as the others watched her disinterestedly.

Ron became suddenly busy with counting his digit and soon piqued the others'curiousity including Hermione's.

'' Hey ! What are you doing ? '' asked Neville.

'' well, I just counted the issue we 're going to support this yr. Our usual full term last for ten month and now it 's down to nine ! Imagine, one month less ! I guess dad 's determination is okay with me. '' said Ron cheerfully. The others began counting too and upon confirming Ron 's conclusion, they too became overjoy with the idea.

'' Trust Ron to think of it this way ... '' thought Hermione, smiling inspite of herself.

Harry continued to gaze numbly at the letter perched on the bedside mesa where an owl had dropped it. Without even looking at its depicted object, he knew that it came from the new headmistress bearing their school varsity letter and the dreaded O.W.L. results but he just could not bring himself to read it. The past few sidereal day had been surreal to him and returning to Hogwarts was utmost from his priorities.

The alphabetic character lay unopened as he continued to discourse with Luna, trying very hard to bestow some spark to her eye. But there was none ... He broke the contact for a while, defeated. Yet he needed to be firm ... He read and reread the books he borrowed from the library but they all say the same thing. There was no therapeutic ... .she just needed time to recuperate on her own.

'' Harry ! Have you got your Hogwarts alphabetic character ? '' whispered Ron, eyeing his bestfriend sympathetically. respective DA appendage decided that it was time to spill the beans to Harry whether he was ready or not. The term would start within a few days and Harry had not even left Luna 's side for a minute.

Harry nodded his head and pointed at the still unopened parchment beside him. Hermione picked it up and handed it to him.

'' unfold it. Luna will stimulate wanted you to graduate, Harry. And it will take your mind off -- - material. '' said Hermione.

Like a living dead that was totally devoid of feel and free will, Harry reluctantly opened the letter and stared disinterestedly at its contents.

'' I got five O.W.L. 's including Potions. I guess I can still prosecute my ambition to be an Auror ... and I was appointed as the new Quidditch Captain too. '' he said without ebullience in his phonation. It was as if he was just reading a very boring chronicle essay.

'' QUIDDITCH sea captain ! That 's cool, partner ! '' exclaimed Ron, patting him at the rear but Harry did not even smile at his gesture.

'' Uh-huh ! '' Harry nodded absentmindedly. `` Have you still got your galleons with you ? '' he asked his protagonist as an afterthought.

'' Yes, why ? '' asked Neville curiously.

'' Hold on to it. ``

'' But why ? '' asked Ron.

'' Because the nightmare is not yet over ... ''

THE END !

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Author 's Note : I sincerely hope that you enjoyed this story. I already finished the continuation entitled Harry potter and the Lost Prophecy. Dragon, Wormtail and Snape would play major use in that book. I hope you would scan it too : - )

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