The Parallel Universe: I'm having a bit of trouble keeping Voldemort in character, I'll admit it. It's hard to write him for this story because he was so one dimensional in the canon. He wouldn't have cared if Harry was his son, so it's kind of hard to write him in character AND as a caring, slightly awkward father. That's why I had the torture scene, so you got a glimpse canon Voldie. He tones his cruelty down a bit around Harry because Harry already thinks he's cruel just from rumors. And yes, Ron is at the Rebel camp with the Rebel Camp with all the other Weasleys. He WILL be in the story later, but that's later.
AlwaysGryffindor13: thanks, your reviews always make me smile! Harry won't be dark in this fic. At all. He'll be more canon than Voldemort, but he's still kind of ooc. He has to be, because this is AU. Harry's experiences in canon made him who he was. My Harry went through different things, so he's different.
Lluvia: like I said above, he's kind of ooc. Harry went through a lot when he was younger. Plus I'm trying to show a more realistic Harry. In canon he was kind of like a super-human and nothing affected him. Sirius died in canon—Harry was depressed but he got over it. He got kidnapped by Voldemort—that would have been traumatizing for anyone else but Harry just kind of brushed it off. Harry might be a bit more likely to run at first in this fic, but he'll grow up and stop running, don't worry. Remember, Harry's only fifteen and a lot less experienced in this AU. Just give him a chance to settle in and grow up a bit.
Wildeh: he can't really remember Esella yet because of how Dumbledore locked his memories of his biological parents (I'll get into that later). But Harry's curiosity will get the better of him and he'll research her.
MissGallagherGirl: Don't worry, Voldie will show up again before Christmas. Harry was just being a smartass :D
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Chapter 8: And He Shall be His Downfall
Sirius sat in the chair opposite Albus Dumbledore, glaring daggers at the old man. Dumbledore's eyes twinkled as the always did, and he showed no signs of worry for Harry. Sirius had arrived back at the Camp only minutes ago, have had to used muggle transportation to get anywhere near it because the Court hadn't returned his wand.
There was the Daily Prophet flattened out in front of him. It showcased a picture of Harry—his Harry—standing next to Voldemort. Harry kept his head down and fidgeted, clearly uncomfortable. Voldemort would look down at Harry and squeeze his shoulder every few moments, the perfect picture of a nervous teenager and his caring guardian. Sirius snorted as he read the article.
The Dark Lord Takes in a Ward!
It was confirmed in the early evening of last night that the Ruler of Great Britain, the Dark Lord Voldemort, has taken in a ward. The boy in question, Harry James Potter, was seen at a Press Conference with the Dark Lord, raising many questions as to who he was. It was explained later by the Dark Lord himself that the boy was his ward. Harry is British born, but was attending Beauxbatons Institute of Magic as a foreign exchange student. His parents, though neutral, had been killed in the war and Potter was raised by his aunt.
Only a week ago, the Beauxbatons students were enjoying the day at a local Wizarding village—much like Hogsmead—when Rebels ambushed the small village. Potter and others were taken. By coincidence, British Aurors were scouting an old warehouse when several Rebels apparated with their hostages.
The Aurors managed to secure the safety of the students but the Rebels, including the blood-traitor Sirius Black—wanted for treason and other charges—managed to escape. When asked by an Auror involved in the rescue was asked, he replied, "We weren't expecting anything at all and honestly, I'm just glad we got all the kids out unharmed."
Potter, who had been a ward of the school since the death of his aunt in his second year, decided he wanted to return home to Britain. No one can blame him after the traumatizing event that occurred.
The Dark Lord heard about Potter's case and immediately stepped forward to take the boy in. "He's a British citizen and therefore he's my concern. I've always had a soft spot for children and I never got to raise my own son. The boy is orphaned and I lost my son, it seemed like it would work out."
And work out it has, Harry is now starting his fifth year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Our hearts go with the Dark Lord and his new ward, hoping he settles well and prospers from his new life and our Lord's generosity.
Sirius scowled as he read through the article.
"We have to get him back." He said firmly.
"We can do no such thing." Dumbledore said calmly.
"What?" Sirius' head shot up.
"Did I ever explain why we took Harry from Voldemort, Sirius?"
"Well, no. But it's obvious, isn't it? We'd have had another Dark Lord on our hands, and no kid deserves to be raised by that monster."
"While that is certainly true, no. that is not the reason we took Harry and raised him as one of our own. You see, Sirius, there is a prophesy ."
"About Harry?"
"About the both of them. Harry and Voldemort."
"What does it say?"
Dumbledore sighed and closed his eyes.
"A time of sheltered darkness
Shall fall over the land
Governed by a Dark Lord
And he will rule
Until one born of his own blood
Finds his way home
And he will be his downfall."
"That's the prophesy?" Sirius asked.
"Yes. It is Harry's destiny to kill his father and end his tyranny." Dumbledore said solemnly. "I just ensured that he was trained to do it."
"But . . . the prophesy doesn't say Voldemort will die. It could be talking about Harry." Sirius argued.
"I'm aware of that."
Sirius rose angrily. "So you sent Harry on that scouting mission . . ."
"Yes, Sirius. I knew there was a chance I would be setting the Prophesy in action. Harry must rid the world of Voldemort."
"Did James and Lily know you were raising their son for slaughter?" Sirius barked.
Dumbledore winced. "I think Harry will kill Voldemort. He will not be slaughtered. But no, you're the first I've told."
"You didn't even tell Harry? Honestly, Dumbledore? You sent a fifteen year old boy—a child—to kill the Dark Lord and didn't even tell him what you were doing."
"It is in Fate's hands. What is meant to happen, will happen." Dumbledore stated calmly.
"And if it's Destiny for Harry to be killed by Voldemort?"
"Then there is nothing we could have done to stop it."
Sirius flattened his palms against Dumbledore's desk, leaning in so Sirius' face was close to the old man's.
"Fuck you, Dumbledore. And Fuck destiny. If you won't help me get Harry, I'll go on my own. I'll turn myself in if I have to, but I won't let Harry get hurt for some Prophecy."
"Harry must stay where he is, he must fulfill the Prophesy!" Dumbledore yelled, the twinkle gone from his eyes. "I care for Harry deeply, Sirius. Make no mistake. But everyone must make sacrifices for the Greater Good. If this will end the War—"
"What War, Dumbledore? Voldemort won thirteen years ago! I want him overthrown, but not if that means Harry has to die!" Sirius roared.
" Even if Harry dies, it says clearly that Voldemort will no longer are being selfish, Sirius!" Dumbledore said.
"Oh, I'm selfish, am I? I'm not the one who kidnapped a child and raised him to kill his own father for my own gain!"
"For the gain of everyone, Sirius!"
"Why Harry? Why can't an adult kill Voldemort? Prophesies don't mean anything, and even if they did, I wouldn't let Harry anywhere near Voldemort."
"Even if he lived?"
"Yes!"
"Why?" Dumbledore asked.
Sirius regarded him coldly. "Because it would mean Harry would have to deal with the fact that he'd killed his father, who really does care for him, in a twisted way. He's already lost Lily and James, you would really put Harry through losing another parent?"
"For the—"
"Greater Good. Yeah, I know." Sirius growled before turning from Dumbledore and leaving the tent.
Hey guys, so please don't hate me. The story needed a real plot. It'll make things more interesting. Go ahead and hate Dumbledore, this is something I can see him doing if he was desperate. the prophesy is mine, i'm not a poet, so sorry it's not that good. sorry this is short, i know. the next chapter will be normal length. expect voldie POV!
Ok, so if I get 85 reviews by tonight, I'll update again. I'll spend the whole day typing if I have to!
