CHAPTER 4
All six boys were now sitting in Dumbledore's office.
Dumbledore after few moments of silence said," Sirius, I assume that Voldemort has accepted you among his Death Eaters. But catching Samuel Malfoy was very risky though worth it. I still can't imagine how those two children had suffered from Cruciatus curse. Anyway there is no need to take any such risks again. And I need you all to discuss and come up with a cover story for Sirius for that. Secondly I have been doing a bit of research regarding Horcruxes. And I have confirmed the story of Hufflepuff Cup and the Locket from the house-elf. It was just like stated in book. Regulus, I think we will need Kreacher. Sirius I want you to prove your loyalty to Voldemort, though highly unlikely but It would be great that he gives you one of Horcruxes to protect himself. Severus I need you to investigate Lucius and Bellatrix if they have already been handed any Horcrux. As for you Remus, start thinking like a selfish werewolf and how present world has denied you your rights. Now is the time to get bitter. "
"What about us?" said James Impatiently.
"Don't tell me we just get to sit and let these four do all the dangerous work." Said Frank
"No you two are best Aurors out there," said Dumbledore. "Now that Remus and Sirius won't be acting effectively as members of Order, you two will be handling their duties as well. Tell me about Peter, what's he up to? He was so frightened of Sirius. Everybody got suspicious. "
"I didn't mean to frighten him, but I couldn't resist. Of all the times we have spent together, of how we three have always helped him, but in the end he chose Voldemort over our friendship. Wounds from such betrayals last a lifetime, Professor." said Sirius
"To tell you the truth, I think Sirius's behavior against Peter was admired by Voldemort," added Regulus.
"I also think that. Peter is just like a servant boy among Death Eaters," said Snape.
James, Sirius and Remus felt a twinge of anger at that. Despite all their anger and hatred, Peter was once, their friend.
"But talking about my mother marrying a muggle made Voldemort upset," Snape added and smiled.
"But he doesn't know that we know this much about his past". Said Remus
"Is there any way to make Peter see the error of his ways?" Said James sadly
"I don't know but I don't think I would ever be able to trust Peter. Moreover I don't know If Sirius or Regulus told you but in the latest muggle killings, Peter played an active role to gain trust of Voldemort ." Said Snape immediately
James and Remus were left speechless after listening this, they looked at Sirius for some answer," He is right. "said Sirius sadly
"James, I know he is your friend that's why I m assigning you this task. Make sure Peter never gets any useful information regarding Order. Their lives depend on this. Loss of Arnold has taught us that Peter is extremely dangerous," said Dumbledore
"Who was secret keeper for Arnold or he wasn't using Fidelius Charm." Asked Remus
"Arnold didn't use Fidelius Charm . He didn't want to endanger anybody from Order. But Kingsley accidentally mentioned London Downtown in front of Peter. "said Dumbledore.
"Maybe you should tell others that you suspect Peter." Said Sirius
"Yeah , tell them separately and ask them not to tell anyone else until you are sure." Added James.
"Or maybe we can expose Peter as a spy and make him get caught" said Regulus in matter-of-fact tone.
"But a spy who thinks that others don't know he is a spy can be useful in future." said Remus
"I will think about Peter later. Till then he is James's responsibility. And just follow the plan for now." said Dumbledore.
"Anyway go and take rounds in Hogwarts." Said Dumbledore.
…. The next day …..
VOLDEMORT'S LAIR
"So Sirius, Peter informed me that you were the one to catch Samuel Malfoy." Said Voldemort
Sirius glared at Peter and said" And my Lord I assume that Peter also told you the circumstances under which I had to take him to Ministry."
"You are telling lies. I don't trust you." Said Peter shaking.
"Sirius, explain yourself." Said Voldemort
"My Lord, it was not me who caught Samuel Malfoy but Cornelius Fudge , that idiot vice minister who didn't even know that it was Samuel Uncle. So I was about to get rid of him that group of Aurors showed up. By then I had time to remove memories of Fudge. But couldn't get Samuel out in time. " Explained Sirius
"Severus, I assume you followed Sirius last night as you don't trust him."said Voldemort with amused expression.
"Yes, indeed. I cannot tell lie to you my Lord else I would have." Said Snape respectfully but looking at Sirius with utmost loath. "His story indeed is true. He did whatever he had to do to avoid being exposed as Death Eater."
"Snape can be telling lies too." Said Peter still shaking in fear.
"Really, you scum, you really think I would lie for a person who tried to kill me in Hogwarts." Said Snape angrily." It looks like you think everybody else here is telling lies except you. And nobody is here to be judged by you. Let our Lord decide, you filthy rat."
Just then Bellatrix Lestrange and her husband entered with Regulus laughing about something. On seeing Sirius she hugged him and said," Oh my dear cousin, I always knew you will never disappoint us."
Sirius replied,"If you say so my dearest cousin, but Peter here seems to think that I m a liar."
Bellatrix at once turned angry and looked at Peter like he was an insect. Peter was about to pass out of fear when suddenly Narcissa and Lucius Malfoy entered. Bellatrix got distracted. And Peter hid behind the chair on which Sirius was sitting.
After small chat Sirius said,"My Lord, please excuse me as I have to attend dinner with my mother today."
"Go on brother, I ll join you in few minutes outside home" Regulus said.
He came outside the room and was about to apparate that Narcissa called his name. He turned and saw his cousin standing.
"You want something, Narcissa" asked Sirius.
"Nothing, Bella said that I should congratulate you." Said Narcissa.
"Thanks then, I will be on my way." Sirius said in a hurried tone.
Narcissa this time grabbed his arm , tears were evident in her eyes. She said," I thought you have escaped from the curse of Black blood. Why did you come back Sirius? Why?"
"Looks like I couldn't escape Ciss," said Sirius with a sad smile on his face and hugged Narcissa.
"I heard you are getting married to Lucius Malfoy. Are you happy, Ciss? Added Sirius.
"Whatever you may think about Malfoy , Sirius, he loves me a lot and deep down I know he is a good person." Said Narcissa with a small smile on her face.
"I wonder how deep down that would be." Said Sirius. Narcissa mockingly hit Sirius and both cousins started laughing.
Lucius Malfoy who was listening from behind smiled, too. Just then Regulus came and said in a loud voice," You know Lucius, Narcissa is like elder sister to us, so there is no need to spy ."
Sirius and Narcissa looked behind at once.
"I was not spying." Said Lucius quickly but he was red from embarrassment.
"Anyway get to go, see you later." Said Sirius. Then both brothers apparated outside Ancient and Noble House of Black.
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