The Savage Life Keeperoliver Chapter 21
A/N: I am thinking of writing another story, that is full of angst. It will be rated M for swearing, and possibly some sexual situations, in later chapters. There will be quite a bit of emotional pain, and quite possibly, no pairings for the main characters, except for Ron. It may change in later chapters. Please let me know what you think, or how you feel about this idea, in your reviews. The reception I have received about this story, has been remarkable. I can't thank you all enough for how well it has been accepted. You all are the greatest, and I love you all. As always, Ollie the keeper.
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Draco was concerned for the mental stability of Tracy, as she had just been told that her worst fears, were in fact true. Her brother was indeed passing on information to the Dark Lord and his minions.
As he approached her, after their meeting, he asked, "Tracy, can I talk to you for a little bit. I have to know if you are going to be alright."
"I'm sorry Draco. I don't mean to be a burden. Why is Roger doing this? Why has he turned to the Dark Lord? Mom and dad have never shown either of us anything but love. Why has he thrown it back in their face? He never wants or needs anything, as they always make sure that we are both well cared for. I just don't understand."
Draco sat next to his girlfriend, and took her hand. "Tracy, my father was the richest, or one of the richest wizards in the U.K. He always got what he wanted, but, it wasn't enough. He wanted more, and the Dark Lord promised it. He promised him Power, riches beyond his imagination, and nobility. He fell in with this line of thinking, and it took years to realize that what he was told, was a pack of lies, used to bring in followers. Dad and Uncle Severus found these out, and also found out that the marks they were asked to take were more than just summoning charms. They were a means of Voldemort's complete control over his Death Eaters. As long as they believed in his ideals, they were never able to take up arms against him. They would accept his tortures, and never fight back. Once you broke this hold he had on you, you could feel your self control coming back. Another thing that my father and Severus learned, is that once you fought of the effects of the charm, the image began to fade. My father and Severus no longer have the image on their arms. You had to want it bad enough to endure the pain, as it was fighting the Dark Lords control, which was very strong. It is like a muggle trying to fight an addiction to a drug."
"Do you think Roger has taken the Dark Mark?"
"No, Tracy, I don't. He would not be able to answer a calling if it was activated. However, the Dark Lord would have to have some control over him, so, I imagine he made Roger take an oath, possibly even a blood oath."
"Can this oath be reversed, or is it permanent?"
"If it was a blood oath, it can only be terminated, when the Dark Lord no longer exists. That is why I fear this is the oath he was asked to take. I'm sorry Tracy, but, until the Dark Lord is dead, Roger is under his control."
"Have you mentioned this to Doc, or anyone else?"
"I don't have to. They are already aware of this. Doc, and Dumbledore have spent quite a few hours researching the effects of the Protean charm, after Dad and Severus found out about their losing the marks. If the Dark Lord had used Blood Charms on all of the death Eaters, there would be no chance for them to fight the effects. I don't understand why he used these marks for his Death Eaters, as they can be reversed."
"Maybe he didn't know a person could fight them off. Maybe he was so confident in his marks strength, he wasn't worried about anyone being able to fight off the effects. One thing I don't understand is, If he has died all these times, why is Roger still under his control?"
"Voldemort has never really died. As along as he has his Horcruxes, he remains alive, thus he maintains control of the DE's. If what Dumbledore, and Doc suspects, there is only one Horcrux left. Where it is, is what is stumping them. If they knew where it was, we could end this conflict sooner, by getting hold of it, and destroying it. We know he can't make anymore, because what ever he recaptures, does not double the piece of soul in him, and each piece he retrieves, is smaller than the last piece. He is virtually living on the barest thread of life. That is why, when he returns each time, He is more of an animal, and less of a human. This is why, there is no love in his heart, as I don't think he has one. He lost that, the first time he died. He must have had a heart, when he first started out, because he was willing to let Lily live, at Uncle Severus's request. He would only allow this for so long though. If Lily had refused to let him kill Harry, she would have to die."
"Well then, I hope Harry kills the Son of a Bitch , so I can get my brother back. I know he will have to Atone for his misgivings, but, at least he will still be alive."
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Hermione and Neville were helping some of the students with there Herbology studies. They had received a letter from the Head of the DMLE, Thanking them for the potion that protected the guards during the escape. The Head wished they could go public with their secret, but, they knew it would change the outcome of the end battle, if the DE's knew that the AK would be ineffective. It had been used on two occasions by Healers on muggle heart attacks, and it worked perfectly. They had asked the permission of the families involved, before using it. They never said what it was, or where it came from, so it was safe from the wrong people. The patients were pronounced dead, before they administered the potion. It had to be given within 60 seconds for it to be affective. Too much longer, and it would be like bringing back a mindless person, like someone who had their soul sucked out by a Dementor.
They were also still working with the plants they brought back from their trip. They found uses for them in every day potions, that made them more effective. Professor Snape was thrilled at the chance to use some of these plants. He marveled at the range of potions they could be used for, and how much stronger it made them. Neville was becoming a potions master, at the age of fourteen, and his knowledge of Herbology, and these new plants only added to that claim. Having Hermione there to help him didn't hurt matters either.
There affection for each other was growing, as well. Neville never would have thought a beautiful woman, such as Hermione would ever love him. What could they possibly see in him. He was quiet, unassuming, and he thought not the best looking man. But, Hermione never let him brood over matters such as this. Whenever he started, she would stop him, and start pointing out his strong points.
Hermione never felt this way before, about anyone. She knew love, but, always as family. Harry was such a love. She knew she loved him, but, was not in love with him. Neville was different. She blushed around him all the time, because he was always paying her compliments, or helping her in some small way. She never allowed anyone to carry her books for her, but, she did when Neville asked her if he could. He was always there to help her with seating, pulling the chair out for her. He opened doors for her, allowing her to enter first, unless it was for a mission, and then he always entered first, making sure it was safe, before he allowed her to enter. They did all their exercises and training together.
All of this did not go unnoticed. Alice and Frank watched as their son was falling in love with this amazing young woman. They could see they were meant for each other. They were always together.
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Luna was quickly falling in love with her new family. She was getting quite used to being called Angel. As a matter of fact, she was beginning to correct people when they called her Luna. She preferred Angel.
James and Lily were paying her quite a bit of attention. They saw her and Ron becoming very close. They knew of the warning Harry gave Ron, and they knew that Ron would never hurt her, but, were also glad that Harry was taking to his brotherly instincts so well. They also saw Harry notice when she was feeling down, and missing her father. He was there instantly, to provide her a shoulder to cry on, or some sympathetic words to calm her down. He would often be joined by Ginny, and together, they would get Angel back to her old self.
Angel also helped out when Lily had kitchen duty. She helped with breakfast, and with cleanup. She helped to clean the kitchen, like mopping, sweeping, putting away groceries, straightening the common room. She was by her new mother's side, when ever it was feasible. She still paid attention to Ron, but, Ron knew what she was going through, and encouraged her to be with Lily as much as possible. Angel was more and more loving her new family, and loving Ron for being supportive of her. The rest of Savage House was also helping her through this tough time.
Klinger, though no there, was in her mind every evening, to give his support, and to update her on what was happening. He told her of Bella and Rodolphus becoming Voldemorts lead followers, and training the other DE's in their deadly arts. Leading successful raids, and giving the new DE's confidence. There were fewer punishments given out by the Dark Lord, and more rewards. He also tols her about Voldemort taking Antoin Dolohov out of the room, and talked to him privately. Klinger couldn't find out what it was all about, but he was sure it had to do with all the planning that was going on. He was also sure that it was going to start, before the school year begins. This was by listening to side talks of the DE's. something about a huge gathering. He also told his Angel, that he missed her, and would be glad when he could come home and nap on her shoulder again. He liked napping on any shoulder, but, he preferred his Angel's shoulders. He liked the new name for his Angel, it sounded so right. He also liked the family that is now protecting. They were very kind, and there was something about Harry, that Klinger admired. A strength greater than he ever felt in another magical being, except for Hedwig. Now, there is a fine specimen.
Angel was also being protected by other house members, and that included Roger Davis. This worked out perfectly for both. Roger gathered information from Angel, while gaining her friendship. Angel passed on information, fed to her by Doc, or Professor Dumbledore, that was true up to a point. When the information passed on was used by Voldemort, it took away any doubt of Roger's spying. But, what they didn't know, was that Roger was beginning to fall for this beautiful young woman. He never openly admitted it to her, but, he began to feel hurt, every time he passed on this new information to his Master. He was beginning to doubt that what he was doing was right, and it hurt him. He would often fall asleep in pain from the self torture he inflicted upon himself. What was happening to him? He never felt so weak, both from the torture, and the conflict in his soul. He told no one of this, and if it didn't end soon. he felt something bad would happen.
Ron was just amazed at his beautiful girlfriend. She was the light in his life, and he would do anything to protect her. He knew he was in love, but, didn't want to admit it just yet, because he felt they were both too young to be feeling these emotions. But the facts were there for his viewing. He enjoyed the time they spent together, more than the time he spent with his other friends. He was jealous of the time she spent with the spy, Roger. He saw the look in his eyes when he was around his Angel. Why is it he was the only one to see this. He knew that Roger was falling in love with her, why didn't anyone else? Angel kept telling him that even if Roger was falling for her, it would only be one sided, as she only had eyes for him. This was the only thing that calmed Ron, knowing that Angel only loved him. It was funny, because if anyone else flirted with her, it didn't bother him. Both Harry and Draco were the biggest flirts. Even Daphne flirted, which made Angel laugh. Oh her laugh, it was like music to Ron's ears. The twins knew how to make Angel laugh the most. If they came within ten feet of her, Angel started laughing, before they even said anything. Fred and George adored her, as a sister.
He saw the love that Lily and James shared with their new daughter. They took her in with out any doubts, or remorse. It was a total conviction, and one that they were sure of. Angel fit in perfectly with her new family. She was a Potter, and lived the part very well. She bathed in the feeling of the love her family provided her. She glowed with the love that they shared.
Yes, Ron and Angel shared their love with each other, but, Ron, being who he was, was concerned about Roger. There was something there that tugged at his very heart strings.
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The two sets of twins were also falling into a pattern. They were spending most of their time with each other. They would not do anything, if it didn't involve both George and Miranda, and Fred and Mariah. Miranda and Mariah had become quite the pranksters, with the training they received from the two Weasleys, and the three Marauders. Sirius and James loved the deliciously twisted thoughts the two girls provided for the pranks they did. They were never evil, but they were brilliant, and few were exempt. Luna, Lily, Alice and Doc were the exceptions. Doc only because they had not been able to catch him with a prank, and a few times, turned the table on them, and they fell for their own pranks.
They also brought them in on their concession for the bowling alley, and were very savvy business people. Their profit tripled when the girls took over the money management.
And kiss, boy, could these girls kiss. They were not bashful about it either. There were many catcalls when the two set of twins got into their tongue wars, though not around certain adults. They wouldn't be able to survive if Lily, Narcissa, Alice or Tonks saw them in action. The men were more discreet, except for Sirius. He wanted more. He always enjoyed a good show. Sirius was a sort of pervert, as he enjoyed watching a good snogging session, and if it led to more, all the better. He caught James and Lily on a few different occasions, and was caught himself on several occasions. It seems adulthood has not caught up with Sirius as yet.
The four have been used for several missions, and they always performed exceptionally well. Doc was impressed with their communications and interactions. They shared their knowledge, and performed with exceptional and precise movements. After Harry, Ginny, Hermione and Neville, they were the best working partners. The teams have changed, since they first formed them, as doc liked to keep the most fluid teams together. The initial teams were to see how they worked. Each four student team had two adult leaders. Remus and Sirius were there the twins two leaders. James and Frank were Harry's team leaders.
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Harry and Ginny were growing in strength and power. They were the best team members, because of their ability to communicate from long distances. They could get into places that no other team could get into. Hermione and Neville worked perfectly with Harry and Ginny. They could all share their mind link, when needed, and each Phoenix form has a unique ability. Harry's was the ability to travel into the past up to four hours. Ginny's was the flame travel, which would leave a fiery trail, blocking off opponents. Hermione was able to create a strong wind with her wings, that would be more than enough to topple her opponents, and send them flying across a large area. Neville had the ability to see around earth's curvature. This means, he could see beyond normal vision ranges, better than any other being. He could see the sunrise hours before it actually happened. Although they sounded like weak abilities, if Harry had this power two years ago, Ham would still be with them. If any of them had their ability, they could have saved Ham.
Harry and Ginny were also becoming very close. Harry at first was hesitant about having a girl friend, but, the way he felt now, he wondered why he waited so long for it to happen. Ginny was the best thing that ever happened to him. Personally that is. She was his heart and soul, as he was hers. They shared thoughts, and knew what they each needed, before anything was said. They shared their blood, when they bonded with Hedwig. Their bonding was strong, yet like Hermione and Neville, not complete. However, when it was complete, then their powers would be hard pressed to defeat, and as they had the Phoenix forms, they would always stay light.
They had shared kisses, but unlike Fred and George, they kept their kisses private, and never went further than kissing. They were in no big rush to enter adulthood. And definitely not parenthood. There was too much going on right now, and didn't want to be distracted from what needed to get accomplished.
They also wanted to be around 3PO, and Teema, who couldn't stand to be around the mushy stuff, so the two sets of twins, were mostly avoided. Harry, Ginny, and Angel were there favorite companions. They learned much from Harry and Ginny, while Angel entertained them with her fabulous beast, and magical beast stories. The two had made their way to every-ones hearts, and could not remember when they felt this loved. #po was now 5' 7" and weighed about 170 lbs. Teema was about 5' 6", and weighed about 130 lbs. They both could run about a seven minute mile, when running long distances. If it was just a mile, 3PO could do it in 5.5 minutes, and Teema could do a sub 5 minute mile. Her body features were also starting to take the female shape, which was starting to worry Doc. The serum he used for 3PO and her, was accelerating her metabolism faster than 3PO's. She would be a women at 12 years old.