Belonging

by MykEsprit

Draco is boarding the train to leave Hogwarts for the last time when a mysterious presence finds him alone in his compartment. It's up to Hermione Granger to save his life — and, perhaps, his soul.

1. Prologue

Disclaimer: Harry Potter belongs to JK Rowling.

A/N: Written for the Triwizard Tournament Fest. Thank you so much to the amazing admins of Dramione Fanfiction Writers for putting this fest together! We had so much fun writing Round Two!

Co-written with the wonderful Frumpologist! We couldn't decide how to divide this fic up, so this time, we're both posting the story in its entirety. Do go check out her stuff, she's amazing!

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Prologue

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I am the end. I am the dread that creeps down your spine. I am the curdle of your stomach and the thief of your breath.

Your last thoughts won't be filled with your loved ones. You will not see flashes of your short, pitiful life. You will look into my dark, eternal face, and burn.

Because I am the end.

And I am here for you.