a/n: part 3 of 3. Last bit before my little get away!

Afterlife

I opened my eyes afraid of what I'd see. I remembered flying in front of a green light headed to my master, but it wasn't his time, he was still a fledgling compared to me. Turning my head I saw familiar things, yet couldn't place them. Then, I let out a squack as I realized I was pure white and built differently. How hadn't I noticed that!?

'Because you're experiencing the shock of dying,' trilled a majestic red bird.

'I know you. Where am I, what am I?'

'You, my lovely Hedwig, are currently in Hogwarts, and are now an ice phoenix.'

Oddly enough, I just accepted his words, they just felt right. Then, it felt like a dam broke in my mind and I remembered everything. 'Oh Harry, he'll be heartbroken I died!'

'He will, but you will see him again soon. First beautiful, I want you to know I've loved you for years.'

'I know Fawkes, and I can love you back now that Harry will be bonded to me. You will be my first priority from now until forever.'