A/N: For this fic, I had TWO summaries, and I wanted to share BOTH of them with ya guys! So here's the other summary: Just as Harry, Hermione, and Ron, thought they were going to win, Voldemort created a teenage boy. What harm can Voldemort's son do? They don't want to find out. If Voldemort's son is a Horcrux, the Golden Trio must count their lucky stars that they can kill him. But, what Hermione doesn't count on, is a little thing called love.

Ah, I am obsessed with Riddle, now aren't I? Well, I just can't help myself! I'm in-progress with writing a Tom Riddle/Hermione Granger fic called In Time, so hope you check that out, too! Here's the summary if you're interested: When hope is lost and Dumbledore is dying, there is only one thing left to do: Stop the cause. Harry, Hermione, Ron, Ginny, Draco, and Lavender, travel back in time, to kill the cause: A teenage boy named Tom Riddle. But what can they do if they can't kill him? Why is Hermione the one sharing her body with a different soul? Did she come here for a different reason as well? They find out the hard way. Rated T for cursing.

Anyways, back to this story! Please review at the end, so I know how I'm doing! :D

Chapter 1

Hermione couldn't believe it. After all their hard work, destroying Horcrux after Horcrux . . . and where do they end up? Why, no where than the Malfoy Manor; With the rest of the Death Eaters, just waiting to finish them off- especially that disgusting werewolf that calls Hermione 'Ginger'.

"Well Draco? Is it? Is it Harry Potter?" Lucius asks Draco, who hesitates once again. Hermione held back a retort to Lucius, 'What does it look like, you white-haired idiot! You've seen Harry- what does it look like to you?!'

Even still, Draco slowly shook his head. "I can't- I can't be sure."

Hermione never did like Draco. He was ignorant, selfish, and never really liked muggles. But, he was on their side- not on Voldemort's side- so Hermione would have to live with it.

Lucius tries again, "But look at him carefully, look! Come closer! Draco, if we are the ones who hand Potter over to the Dark Lord everything will be forgiven—"

Bellatrix pushed Draco out of the way, "What do you mean, 'we', Lucius?" and peered closely at the three. And what a sight they were. There was a fat boy, with a bulging face, and warts all over. The next one was a red head, who was glaring daggers at the Death Eaters and a bloody nose. And finally, there was the brunette, who stood firmly, and scowled.

"Well, er, Bella, don't you think we should call the Dark Lord?" Lucius fumbled.

"Whatever for? To see a blood traitor and a Mudblood?" Bellatrix laughed, as Hermione's scowl became bigger. She hated being called 'Mudblood'. Bellatrix waved her hand carelessly. "Take them to the cellar."

Just then Greyback stepped forward. "Miss . . . I was wondering if I could have the Mudblood?"

'You blood-thirsty monster!' Hermione shrieked to herself.

Bellatrix stopped. "Wait. All except . . . except for the Mudblood."

Greyback grinned, as Hermione's eyes widened. She took a step back, bumping into Scabior, who grinned at her. Hermione couldn't decide who's worse- Scabior or Greyback.

"No! You can have me, keep me!" Ron yelled, as Harry struggled against the Death Eater holding him.

Bellatrix sneered. "If she dies under questioning, I'll take you next. Blood traitor is next to Mudblood in my book. Take them downstairs, Greyback, and make sure they are secure, but do nothing more to them- yet."

Greyback and two death eaters dragged Harry and Ron out, as Draco stared wide-eyed at Hermione. Suddenly, someone nudged Draco over and stood beside him. The 'someone' was obviously a boy, a teenager perhaps and was holding a book in one hand. Though, the odd thing about him, was that he was wearing a Death Eater Mask, completely hiding his face.

Hermione felt Scabior tighten his hold on her. 'Stupid creature! Let go!' Hermione thought, struggling to wiggle out.

Bellatrix smirked. "Now, shall we get started?" She painfully yanked Hermione, and she stumbled to the floor.

"What were you doing in the forest, Mudblood?" Bellatrix asked, hovering above her. Hermione just stared, trying to inch farther away.

"Answer me, Mudblood!" Bellatrix shrieked, and when Hermione made no move to do so, Bellatrix pointed her wand at Hermione. "I said answer me! Crucio!"

Hermione could feel the tears in her eyes as she screamed in pain.White-hot knives were piercing every inch of her skin, her head was surely going to burst with pain.She felt like her limbs were tearing her skin apart. Panting, she looked up at Bellatrix who was glaring.

"What were you doing in the forest?!" Bellatrix shrieked, angrily. Hermione closed her eyes, silently crying as the next wave of Crucio hit her. She was now flat on the floor. Her legs felt numb, and her arms were over her head.

Bellatrix paused, bent down, and lifted Hermione's head. She pushed her over, and screamed in her face, "What were you doing?!"

Hermione uselessly struggled to move away from Bellatrix.

Just then Bellatrix pulled out her dagger, and pierced Hermione's flesh, near the elbow. Hermione screamed in pain, and her legs started to kick furiously. Bellatrix stood up glaring at Hermione, who was now slowly panting, and her eyes drooping.

"Draco, go get the blood traitor while Greyback takes care of Miss Mudblood. I am sure the Dark Lord will not begrudge you the girl, Greyback, after what you have done tonight." Bellatrix snarled. Hermione glanced at her arm, where the word 'Mudblood' was etched. Hermione felt more tears come into her eyes, as she lay there.

Just then, the boy with the mask stepped up. "Bellatrix, that is not acceptable."

Hermione was surprised Bellatrix didn't hex him right then, but instead reply. "What is? Surely the Dark Lord has better things to take care of, then watching this Mudblood."

The boy nodded. "He does. But, the Mudblood will be good use to us. I'm sure she is Potter's friend?"

Bellatrix smiled darkly. "Why, that is perfect."

Greyback looked at her startled. "But—" Then he growled deeply, glaring. "You promised, Lestra—"

Bellatrix stunned him, then turned to the boy. "You may take her to the cellar. And tell Draco to hurry and get the blood traitor. It's been a long time since I used to do this." Hermione wanted to smack her face when she sounded excited.

Hermione felt the boy's arm go around her waist and legs and was lifted off the ground. Hermione's arm drooped down and her head rolled back. The boy went down the steps where she saw Draco whispering urgently to Ron, and Harry, who was now looking back to his normal self. Hermione was surprised to see Luna there as well.

The boy set Hermione down, as Harry, Ron, and Luna immediately rushed to her.

"She's barely conscious." The boy said. "When I'm in the middle of calling Draco's name, stun me." He ordered. Draco tossed his wand into the cellar, and the boy stunned him. Then, the boy walked back a few paces, and in a shocked voice called out, "Draco?! Dra—" Harry's stupefy hit him, and he slumped down.

The last thing Hermione remembered, was Bellatrix scream of fury, and the boy's mask.

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"Why have you called me, Malfoy?" a loud voice boomed out.

Lucius bowed lower, trembling. His wife stood behind him, with a protective arm on Draco. Bellatrix was next to Lucius, a huge scowl on her face. Greyback and Scabior stood behind her, with Greyback glaring, and Scabior frowning. A huge amount of Death Eaters were behind them, all bowing.

"To show me your foolishness? To show me, a Mudblood has beaten you? Or, was it to show me, that a fool of your son, let the blood traitor and Potter escape?" the angry voice continued.

Lucius took a shaky breath. "I- I can explain, my Lord."

"Stop." The voice growled. "I don't need your explanations, Malfoy. You have showed me enough."

"My Lord?" a different male, soft voice, called out. Suddenly, a Death Eater appeared in front of Lucius. "I think this can be dismissed now."

The voice sighed. "Dismissed."

Immediately, all the Death Eaters apparted right away, except for that one Death Eater, that was infront of Lucius. He looked up, towards the voice.

"My Lord, what is that you fear?" The Death Eater asked softly.

"It is nothing I fear!" the voice growled. "How dare you ask such a question!"

The Death Eater sighed. "You know what Potter is doing, don't you, my Lord?"

There was a pause. "Yes."

"What were the doing?"

"They are destroying my Horcruxes." The voice said, bitterly. "I feel weaker each time . . ."

"My lord, wh-"

"Wait." The voice said suddenly. " Someone is here."

The Death Eater looked around confused. "My lord, there's no one he—" He stopped abruptly, as the person, the voice, appeared from the shadows. He had a dark robe, covering his body and skin. He hissed silently, and suddenly, Nagini slithered at his feet.

"Go invite our guests properly, Nagini." The man said, and Nagini jumped.

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Hermione bolted up, panting and sweating. She looked around the room, confused, as it was not the Malfoy Manor, but a warm, cozy room. She was on a soft bed, and another empty bed was lying next to her.

Hermione felt weak. Too weak even, to step out of the bed. She fell back down on the bed, musing over what happened.

After Snape killed Dumbledore, in Hogwarts itself, Harry, Hermione, and Ron, knew that Hogwarts wasn't safe anymore. Harry left his Uncle, Aunt and cousin, and stayed with the Weasleys. Hermione cast a spell on her parents, making them forget Hermione once and for all. To them, they were a married couple, going to Australia for their late Honeymoon trip. Hermione fled, and went to the Weasleys as well. The next day, both Harry's and Hermione's home were reduced to ashes.

The Weasley's household, was like a hideout for everyone that despised Lord Voldemort. In fact, Draco Malfoy stopped in. Of course, he was almost strangled to death by Ron, but he explained what happened. At the end, Hermione did feel a little pity for him. He was blackmailed, and at the end, he really didn't kill Dumbledore, now did he? It was Snape. Draco was the spy, but he couldn't contact them much. Voldemort was already keeping a watchful eye on the Malfoys.

Even still, Hermione was surprised when she became quick friends with Lavender. Yes, in 6th year, Hermione hated Lavender a lot. Not only did she ruin the trio's friendship that year, but in a way, forced Hermione to date Cormarc. But, after Lavender stayed at the Weasley's household, Hermione and Ginny took pity on her when her parents were killed. Since then, Lavender matured, and never did call Ron, 'Won-Won'.

Respecting Dumbledore's wishes of not telling anyone about the Horcruxes, the trio left the Weasley's household. They knew there were seven Horcruxes. They had already destroyed four of them: diary, ring, locket, cup. Now, there was Nagini and something from Ravenclaw. The seventh one was something the trio had to find out. They had no idea what is was, or could be.

Ron was the first to figure out that saying 'Voldemort' would attract Snatchers. But, it was too late, and Harry had accidently uttered it. The Snatchers were on them, and Hermione barely had time to cast a stinging hex on Harry.

But, what Hermione didn't get, was that boy. He was just as old as Hermione, but he had never gone to Hogwarts before. And, he saved her. A Death Eater boy, saved Hermione Granger. Something even Draco couldn't do. It seemed as Draco and he were friends.

And . . . that dream. More like nightmare. Voldemort was 'the voice'. And, only one Death Eater easily talked to him, as if he was just another guy down the street, instead of some Dark Lord, with an awful temper. This Death Eater was important- but who was he?

Just then, a familiar red head popped in.

"HERMIONE!" she squealed, making Hermione jump. Ginny wrapped her arms around Hermione. "Oh, I missed you!" Hermione laughed, and hugged Ginny, her best girlfriend, back.

Just as quickly, Harry, Ron, Bill, and Fleur, ran into the room, excited. They fused over Hermione, who kept on saying she was fine. And she was. Maybe a little weak, but she was ready to do anything.

Fleur ran out, to make some hot soup, and Bill excused himself, when he saw that the kids wanted a moment.

Ginny smiled at Hermione, and scowled at the boys, disappointed that they wouldn't let her stay, and followed Bill out.

Ron quickly set a silencing charm as Harry turned to Hermione. "I'm so sorry, Hermione, it's my entire fault! I was being stupid, saying, You-Know-Who's name, and because of that, we got caught! And, you had to suffer because of it! If Draco didn't help us, we would have be—"

"Oh, Harry, if it wasn't for you, I would have done it, too." Hermione said, amused at Harry's rambling apology, and how it was all his fault.

"Are you sure you're OK?" Ron asked once more, watching her carefully.

"Just a little weak, but fine, Ron." Hermione replied truthfully. "And, what I'd like to know is, what are you guys doing here?!"

Both boys looked at her confused.

"You're supposed to hunt the Horcruxes, remember?" Hermione said for them.

"Well, we did." Ron grinned. "By, er-, reading." He paused, glancing at Harry. "And we have good news, and bad news."

Hermione nodded, telling them to continue.

"Good news is, we know what the rest of the Horcruxes are." Ron answered, and Hermione raised an eyebrow.

She was impressed. "In that short amount of time?"

Harry hesitated. "You've been out for a week, Mione."

"What?!"

"Er- well, the other three Horcruxes is Nagini, which we already know, and Rowena Ravenclaw's Diadem." Ron hurriedly, continued, when he saw Hermione's reddening face.

She frowned. "That's only two. What's the seventh Horcrux?"

Ron glanced at Harry, who sighed. "That's the bad news. The seventh Horcrux is no other than the Dark Lord's son."

A/N: Dun dun dun!

And, I do this for all my fics- The Riddle of the Day!

A beggar's brother died, but the man who died had no brother. How could this be?

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