A/N: Bellatrix signs herself over to the devil.
Submission for:
Lyric Inspired Drabble Challenge II - Don't wanna let you down, But I am hell bound
Disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter.
Her heart beats wildly in her chest in anticipation. It is the night of her first test, her first true appraisal of her abilities and once she succeeds, she will be awarded greatly and bring great honour to her family.
She waits at the floo, watching the seconds tick by on the large grandfather clock above the mantle. She must be punctual but aloof, ready but not eager. She must leave when and only when the time is right before she faces the man that will change her life forever.
There is a light touch on her shoulder as her father stands at her side, a small smile across his lips which speaks volumes about his emotions. He is proud of what she has become, and she has truly earned her place at his side and as his heir.
A slight movement catches her eye and she looks towards the shadows of the hallway. Bright brown eyes stare back at her full of fear, curiosity and disappointment. Despite how things had changed between them, her sister had always looked up to her. But that will soon end. Her sister knows just as well that there will be no going back after tonight. She will be branded as one of his and her fate will be sealed.
The clock sounds, marking off the turn of a new day. With a gentle push from her father, she steps forward, throwing the glittering powder into the fireplace. She steps into the green, fiery gates of hell, starting on the path she was born to take.