Sorry about the wait everyone, I have not abandoned you! I'm attempting to make a costume last minute for a Comic and Entertainment Expo, which is coming up in a month, and that has been taking up a fair amount of my time lately. But I'll be meeting Tom Felton and Jason Isaacs! So it'll be worth it. Anyway without further adieu here is chapter ten!

Harriet Potter: The Girl Who Left

Nine months since the savior of the wizarding world resigned from the Auror department and those that knew her well still only have the kindest of regards for her.

"Miss Potter, a very gifted witch, was hard to lose I will admit. We would have offered her a promotion if it would have convinced her stay, but she was destined for greener pastures. I can assure you that she is much more suited to the position she holds now than she ever was here". Kingsley Shacklebolt, Minister of Magic, refrained from commenting on just what Miss Potter's new position was, but maintains that The Chosen One's departure was amicable. Minerva McGonagall, Headmistress of Hogwarts and former professor of transfiguration, had this to say of her former student: "Miss Potter was always curious and headstrong, qualities that often got her into trouble during her formative years here...but whatever trouble she may be getting into now, does she not deserve to do so without bother from the public?" Certainly a question many are debating as the coverage of Harriet Potter's departure continues.

Special correspondent, Lara Thornbrook of The Quibbler, decided to take on the case of the disappearance of Harriet Potter, upon being contacted with the chance for an exclusive interview with the witch in question. Miss Potter, who had not spoken to the press since her defeat of He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named, contacted The Quibbler in order to 'get the story straight' and dispel the rumours about her disappearance once and for all.

Harriet Potter, 26, invites this reporter to the quiet muggle countryside with her dog, Copper. Our interview takes place during one of Miss Potter's daily afternoon walks around a quaint muggle town she now resides in, the name of which is being withheld to respect Miss Potter's privacy. When asked about the sudden departure from the wizarding world, she smiles ruefully.

"It wasn't as sudden as all that really...It took a lot of tough decision making and planning to finally leave the Auror department. I wanted to give them time to find and train someone to replace me."

Copper leads our party along a river he seems to know very well, his owner follows with sharp eyes and a quiet grace that speak of quick reflexes. Why the change of pace though? This is the question on the minds of many, after the famous witches departure, why give up chasing dark wizards?

"Well If you had spent your entire life chasing and being chased by dark wizards, wouldn't you want a break?"

So is this just that? A break?

"Yes," she says with a smile, "a permanent one".

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"Luna I can't thank you enough for getting me into contact with Lara, this article is just what I needed!" Harriet cried, wrapping one arm around her friend's shoulders while the other clutched the paper. The blond witch smiled dreamily and returned the one armed hug, gazing at the wagging tail of the dog beside them. Luna Lovegood had arrived through Harriet's floo to personally deliver two copies of The Quibbler, at Harriet's behest, with her published interview and was promptly invited for a celebratory glass of wine. The witch had also taken the opportunity to quickly send out a copy of her interview with the borrowed Weasley owl, as Harriet couldn't bring herself to replace Hedwig, scribbling out a quick message before shooing the bird away. Harriet made her way back into the living room with a plate of cheese and crackers to accompany their wine; one good thing she had learned from Petunia was that polite hosts always fed their guests.

"Lara is one of mine and Dad's favourite writers on staff, she always approaches things with an open mind", Luna hummed with a nod. She would have to be open minded being employed by Xenophilius, Harriet thought, considering the fascination the Lovegoods held for Nargles and Wrackspurts and the like.

"I think this will finally set the story straight and let people move on to the next sensation".

Luna tilted her head thoughtfully at Harriet's statement, "I never understood why people questioned your decision so forcefully, I always thought being an Auror was wrong for you, what with the Rotfang Conspiracy and all".

Harriet burst out laughing, almost choking on a cracker in the process, "Right! A Combination of dark magic and gum disease to bring down the Ministry from within! That certainly explains why Umbridge's breath was so foul".

Luna smiled, "Oh yes, she did have a rather bad case of Rancorents. They bring out our inner bitterness I'm afraid. Professor Snape was afflicted with them as well I imagine".

Harriet paused mid sip, glancing at the blond witch across from her; Luna's pale gaze stared back.

"I-I suppose," she stammered, uncomfortable with the vaguely knowing look in Luna's eyes.

"Though through all the bitterness and spite he protected us all. It would not be wrong to admire him even just a little. For his bravery and conviction? Don't you think Harry?" Said Luna with mild interest as she played with her own wine glass; a soft musical note hummed as she ran her finger along the edge. Goose flesh broke out along Harriet's exposed arms as she was reminded once again just how perceptive and downright eerie Luna could be.

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Severus Snape sat before the fire blazing in the small hearth within his living room, two pieces of parchment gripped tightly in his right hand. One, a letter he received three days prior, the second, an article clipping entitled Harriet Potter: The Girl Who Left. The article bore no signature, but rather a hastily scribbled, 'How's this for playing muggle?' that marred the newsprint with black ink. Severus read and reread the article and the inscription, exasperation evident in the crease between his eyes, but the hint of a smirk played along his thin lips. Blasted girl.

The Rotfang Conspiracy was from The Halfblood Prince, Luna uses this as a reason to convince Harry not to be an Auror.

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