When Clark woke up , he realised he is no longer in the field with dragon .
He eyes met with beautiful woman with kind smile .
His ears can hear beautiful music from the lips that woman .
" Mistress Frejya . " He said .
She smiled .
" You are safe now Clark . " She said then continued singing .
Clark realised he is in some kind of hospital . He can series of hospital beds .
But he is not resting on hospital bed . He is laid on mistress Frejya's lap , her thigh as pillow .
Clark can see the egg beside the table .
" What happened ? " Clark asked .
Frejya didn't reply , looked at Chloe .
" Get Madame Pomfrey . "
" Who ? " Clark asked .
" Hogwarts school nurse . " She said . " Close your eyes and relax . " Frejya said .
Chloe nodded and went to get the Hogwarts nurse .
Clark closed his eyes , listening to lyricless music of mistress Frejya .
Clark felt so soothing and calming . He strangely felt better .
Clark heard footsteps .
" Musical healing . " Unknown voice of woman said . " I thought it's extinct . "
" Almost . " Frejya replied , stopping her singing . " I think I am the last one exists . "
Clark opened his eyes , looked at a middle age woman in white robes with hat , looking at him concern eyes .
She has wand in her hand , waving at him .
" His magic is destabilised . " She said . " All the cuts and scrapes can be healed . " She waved her wand , whispered some spell .
Clark can feel strange warmth going through his body .
" You are very good . " Frejya said , looking at Clark's closing wounds .
Clark has to agree .
" I worked as healer too . " Frejya said . " It's long time back . "
" I guessed . " Madam Pomfrey said . " I can't determine what happened in the field . " She said .
" Clark drank strength potion . " Frejya said .
" Strength potion against dragon . It shouldn't work . " Pomfrey said with surprise . " Dragon is way too strong than simple strength potion . "
Clark didn't know how to explain what to say . So he is eager to listen what Frejya going to say .
" He is inexperienced potion brewer . The potion backfired . Increased his strength one time , completely depleted another time , making him loose consciousness . " Frejya said .
Clark is sure he brewed his potion correct . Probably the reaction is because of his special abilities .
" What did he do wrong ?" Pomfrey asked .
" I am not sure . " Frejya replied .
" I don't know how did he survive against dragon . Especially Hungarian horntail . " Pomfrey asked .
" , Our young Clark Kent is very lucky . " Frejya said .
" Yes indeed . Our caretakers quickly got to him when he collapsed . " Madam Pomfrey said .
" I saw that. The dragon didn't want to leave him . Isn't it mistress ? " Chloe asked .
Frejya smiled at concerned blonde girl .
" Yes. I think , in the time he is in heightened strength state , our Clark managed to tame the dragon which is extraordinary feet I must say . That's why even though he lost all his power , the dragon listened to him , took him to egg . " Frejya said , affectionately ruffling his hair .
" Extraordinary boy indeed . " Pomfrey said . " But I don't know why he lost all strength . Strength potion shouldn't do that . "
" It's my guess that his body worked overdrive before , resulting him to drain his strength completely . "
" But mistress , he is performed so many spells which he is not able to do before . " Chloe asked .
" I think Clark's magic is constrained by something , making him to perform magic difficult . Those constraints were loosened or broke at the time being because of this accident with potion . " Frejya explained .
" Mistress Frejya . I know I should have the answers . But I don't know what to do here . " Pomfrey said.
" I think we both don't know what to do . I will take any recommendations . " Frejya said .
" My deduction is that he is in depleted state , both physically and magically . Magic will restore in mean time . To make him recover physically , I can give him some potions , lots of lots food and pumpkin juice . " Pomfrey said , waved her hand and said Accio .
Next moment , a plateful of chocolate cakes , ice-creams , pastries zoomed along with chocolate milkshake , pumpkin juice .
Clark realised how much hungry he is .
" Thank you . " Clark said , who is itching to talk .
Pomfrey smiled .
" But you should rest . " Pomfrey said .
" I want to stay with Clark . " Chloe said .
Pomfrey looked at Frejya .
" They are inseparable trust me . Even if you separate them , she will find a way . Better let her stay . " Frejya said with smile .
" I guess single one is okay . " Pomfrey said .
" Get well soon . " Frejya kissed him on cheek , making him feel blush .
Clark felt heat coming from his cheek where she kissed him .
As soon as Frejya left , Chloe jumped on to him , hugging him .
" Oh my god Clark .I was so worried . " Chloe said .
" I am okay Chloe . After I have enough to eat , I will be okay . " Clark said assuringly .
Chloe smiled . Clark started eating the enormous amount of delicious chocolate .
" So can you tell me what happened to after I pass out ? " Clark asked .
" After you fell from dragon , touched the egg , eight people zoomed into to save you . " Chloe said , trying remember . " But that dragon started circling around you , like she is trying to protect you . Those guys fired some spell at same time , making dragon fell like she stunned . Before dragon fell on ground, mistress Frejya swooped in , grabbed you with spell . It's amazing . "
" Then what happened ? " Clark asked .
" She is so worried about you Clark . So am I . She carried you in arms to this place . She kept you in her lap , started singing . I followed her , I saw you started breathing regularly after that . " Chloe explained .
" What about points ? " Clark asked .
" They didn't announced yet . " Chloe said . " I guess they are waiting for you to recover . "
Clark finished his chocolate , drinking chocolate milkshake .
Chloe can't help but smile , seeing him .
" I am so sleepy . " Clark said .
" You should be . " Chloe said . " After everything happened . "
Clark smiled , closed his eyes . Clark felt Chloe beside him , making herself room, gave him kiss on his cheek .
When he woke up , Clark realised Chloe is not there . He realised he slept for more than ten hours .
It's next day . Clark didn't know where is the bathroom .
Clark raised from bed , looked for it .
When he came back , Clark noticed Chloe with his clothes .
Clark can still feel soreness in his muscles . Clark guessed he didn't have powers .
Clark didn't know whether he is going get them back anytime .
Clark changed his clothes .
" Mistress Frejya asked you to meet her . She is waiting at room next to main hall. " Chloe said .
Clark followed her to the room . Last time he was here , he was selected as champion .
" It's great that you are feeling good Clark . " Frejya greeted him with smile .
" Yes I am. Mistress . Thank you . " Clark said .
Clark can see other heads , Dumbledore and Madame Maxime . And Ludo Bagman , Victoria Cullen , Mrs Rosario Delacour .
" Congratulations Clark for successfully managing your first task . " Victoria Cullen shook his hand .
" Thank you . " Clark managed say , clearly intimidated by beautiful vampire .
" That's exactly what we want know . How did you managed to brew such potent strength potion ? " Ludo Bagman asked with accusing tone . " Who helped you ? It's against rules .
Clark, who is used to see him such cheering personality , didn't know what to say .
" How did you tame that dragon ? Who helped you ? Ms Zatara ? Mistress Frejya ? Answer me ? " He asked .
" Mr Bagman . " She just whispered but it got his attention . So is Clark's .
Clark never seen her so angry . If her eyes can kill , Bagman would be pile of ash .
" Let's call other champions . Shall we ? " Frejya said . " They look like they already know they are facing dragon . But youngest contestant didn't know . Where is ethical courtesy ? "
" How do you know ? You can't prove that . " Bagman said , clearly intimidated by beautiful woman .
" Can't I ? " Frejya smiled . She looked at Mr Dumbledore and Madame Maxime . " I know nothing will happen in your schools without you knowing . Tell me your champions didn't know the task . "
Bagman looked at Dumbledore and Madame Maxime .
" Mistress Frejya . Don't mind Mr Bagman . He always roots for Hogwarts . We assure you , our champions knew the task before . Cheating is time honoured tradition of Triwizard tournament . " Dumbledore looked at Bagman . " Mr Bagman . You can't make accusations . "
" But how can a mere boy with month of magical knowledge , made such potent potion ? "
" He made it himself . I know, Zatanna knew , everyone in blue wing knew about the potion but no one helped him . If we want to help him , I assure you , Clark wouldn't struggle for hour to get the egg . " Frejya retorted him challengingly .
" Mr Bagman . You should congratulate young contestant , rather than accusing him . " Dumbledore said with smile .
Clark noticed Bagman backed away , probably with respect or fear .
" Yes yes . I am sorry . " Bagman gripped his head . " Congratulations Clark . "
Clark didn't know why Bagman disappointed .
" Come on Clark . We are going to announce your scores . " Victoria said .
Clark followed them to main hall .
Everyone started waving their wands , points out of 60 appeared in gold letters .
Oliver got 10 from Dumbledore , 9 from Madame Maxime, 9 from Frejya 10 from Ludo Bagman , 9 from Victoria Cullen , 9 from Rosario Delacour . with total of 56
Juliette got 9 from Dumbledore , 10 from Madame Maxime , 9 from Frejya , 8 from Ludo Bagman , 8 from Victoria Cullen , 9 from Rosario Delacour . with total of 53
Clark got his score . Clark knew he didn't perform as good as others .
Clark got 8 from Dumbledore , 6 from Madame Maxime , 6 from Frejya , 4 from Ludo Bagman , 8 from Victoria Cullen , 6 from Rosario Delacour . with total of 38.
Strangely Clark is not disappointed . He is last in the tournament . He can understand . When others finished ten or twenty minutes , he took more than hour .
He also hurt dragon , got bruises , made dragon burn half the field .
Frejya approached him. " Great work Clark. "
" I came last . " Clark said .
" Trust me , this task is to test the courage . you entered the task without any useful magic . You are most courageous person . Marks are given based on rules . That won't matter . Go to blue wing . The girls are waiting for you . " She said .
As Frejya told , girls in blue wing are waiting for him with big banner with moving dragon , who is breathing fire , Clark is riding that dragon .
As soon as Clark entered the house, big and bright fireworks exploded in the air , with words congratulations Clark with sparks in the shape of the dragon .
Clark eyes widened and fully happy seeing that amazing display .
" Congratulations Clark . " One after one girl hugged him, kissed him on cheek .
Clark can't help but blush .
" Come on Clark . We prepared a feast . " Phoebe grabbed him .
Clark saw lots of lots of food .
With his powers gone , Clark didn't know he has same appetite .
" You cooked all these? " Clark asked .
" Some we ordered . We know you don't have much experience with magic foods .So we got some for you . These are classics . Chocolate frogs . "
Helen opened one small box , a chocolate coloured frog appeared from it .
" Catch it before it jumps away . " Thea said .
Clark with swift motion , tried to catch it but his reflexes are not as good as before .
But Karen caught it .
" Try it . " She offered him .
Clark looked at it . " It's not real frog . Is it ? " Clark asked .
" Of course not . It's just bewitched to look like that . "
Clark opened one box , it also has card . Chocolate frog tasted exactly chocolate with little less sugar for his taste but it's good .
Clark looked at card , it's a sorcerer with long beard and cane in his hand .
" I got Merlin . " Clark said .
There are bubblegum that can make bubbles that will last hours , some time days .
The soda pops , that popped in his mouth like bomb without hurting him .
Peppermints that made him do sounds of different animals .
The jellybeans with amazing flavours that includes flavours he never heard like rain water and Ambrosio, also some spinach, liver , spiciest chili .
The food is amazingly tasty with so many favourite items of his .
They played quidditch for some time then chess , wizard version of hide and seek in which they can use whatever magic they want to hide .
It's fun day and the fun continued when mistress Frejya appeared .
" Glad you are enjoying Clark . I got you gift too . " Frejya said showing a bottle with glittering yellow liquid . " You are still weak from your first task . This will help you get your strength . "
" Do you want me to drink that ? " Clark asked .
" No. This is healing oil that need to be massaged into your skin . " Frejya said looked at girls . " This is one of the healing methods . You all can learn . " She looked at Clark . " Laid on the bed Clark . "
Clark laid on bed .
With wave of Frejya's wand , Clark's clothes are removed except his underwear .
Clark felt embarrassed when he heard the girls giggle .
" Don't laugh girls . Healing magic is sacred . You never should ashamed or enarmed with " Frejya said seriously .
" I will massage this oil into his body . There is very little need for wands . Observe . "
Everyone nodded .
Clark felt mistress Frejya's warm fingers after she poured oil on his back .
Clark can feel unknown energy pouring from her fingers into his body .
Everywhere Clark felt her touch , he can feel the energy .
Her fingers are rubbing clockwise some time , anticlockwise some time , and some weird symbols .
It's like he is drinking energy through his body .
" How do you feel Clark ? " Frejya asked .
" It's amazing . " Clark replied .
" Have you girls following what I am doing ? " Frejya asked them .
Clark saw they nodded .
" It requires most difficult part of magic , wandless magic . Flowing your magic through fingers require lots of concentration . Lucky for us , healing magic is easy to perform . "
Clark never felt this much better . Whatever Frejya is doing , Clark knew he is getting his powers back .
" Clark will need this everyday until he say he won't be needing them anymore . Can you girls take care of him ? " Frejya said but it felt like order .
Clark saw them nod their heads .
Frejya have him her amazing healing massage for hour .
Clark never felt better since he woke up .
" Clark. You should start work on your clue . " Frejya said . " You may have lots of time but better start from now . "
Clark nodded, looking at the egg . He can see it's just box with opening .
After Frejya left , Clark opened the egg . He can see girls are anxiously waiting for what is the clue .
Clark heard such a screeching sound , he felt like his ears bleed .
Clark quickly closed his ears . So are the girls .
" What's the hell is that noise ? " Karen asked .
" Felt like thousands of banshees singing . " Phoebe said .
" Do you think I have to fight banshees for second task ? " Clark asked .
" I don't think clue will be that easy . " Helen commented .
Clark nodded again opened the egg .
Clark tried to concentrate on the sound but nothing made sense .
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Clark is having daily training sessions with Zatanna .
She started training him in different branches of magic . Arthimancy , charms , transfiguration , herbology , potions , divination .
Surprisingly Clark is able to do magic . Clark figured out that lack of powers is making him able to do magic easily .
He is able to transform toothpicks into perfect needles . He is able to transform beetles into buttons .
He is able to do levitation charm and other charms that can be used.
Zatanna explained about magical dual .
But he can sense his magic is getting weaker as he is getting stronger .
Almost daily basis he is getting healing massaging from girls .
He owe them for doing this Clark thought .
Clark is taking his egg everywhere he go . He thinks maybe location is key to figure out the clue . Maybe certain location , tried that egg at Hogwarts and Beauxbatons .
Everytime he only heard the screeching sound from the egg .
Clark didn't know what else to try .
Clark knew he didn't try everyplace yet . There many places hidden or locked from entering .
Clark knew he has to try every room .
But not yet. He need his powers to wander around the rooms . But now he is trying every place in three schools he has access .
Clark is in his history class when Phoebe entered the class and told them mistress Frejya asked for Clark .
Thea took Clark to her classroom , Clark saw mistress Frejya and one tall woman , Clark knew she is teacher , didn't know what she teaches .
Frejya smiled seeing Clark .
" Come on Clark . There is an announcement I have to make . You need to hear it . "
Clark sat beside Phoebe .
" As you know that main reason for this Triwizard tournament is to get to know other schools , maintain healthy relationship . To achieve this , a yull ball is held at Christmas in Hogwarts . Everyone from 17 year old and above are eligible to attend . But it's customary to champions start the ball . So they need to know how to dance . "
Clark realised why he is here .
" Clark . " Mistress Frejya called him .
Clark raised from his place .
" Come on . " She called him .
Clark nervously walked towards her .
When Clark stood next to Frejya , Clark came to her shoulders .
" Since you are our champion , you must learn how to dance properly . Our school reputation will depend on it . " Frejya waved her wand , there is some soft song started playing from the magic radio , which Clark never heard . Then the table in front of the class is vanished , leaving large empty place .
Clark felt Frejya took his hand in hers , guiding him to middle of the empty space .
Clark felt nervous , thinking of dancing in front of this many people .
" Don't be nervous Clark . " She positioned herself in front of him . " Place your hand on my hip . " She placed his one hand on her hip , she placed her hand on his shoulders . " Just follow me . "
Frejya , with smile on her face , started moving her legs with slow pace .
Clark looked at everyone , who are watching them with small laugh .
Clark can imagine how is he looking , dancing with elder woman even though she is most beautiful woman he ever seen .
" Don't worry about others . Listen to the music , look into my eyes . " Frejya whispered .
Clark looked at Frejya's bright kind eyes , started gliding his body along with music while Frejya is instructing him .
After almost ten minutes , Clark realised his nervousness is gone , started enjoying .
Clark realised song is changed .
" Come on . " Frejya waved her wand , all the tables are vanished , leaving empty space with students .
Clark didn't see any nervousness in any other students .
They joined Clark and Frejya , started dancing around . Even though they lack of gracefulness of his mistress Frejya , they are having time of their lives .
Soon Clark started dancing with almost every girl in the class , with high pace , laughing and jumping .
Clark looked at mistress . There is no authority in her , just friendly . She is no longer dancing except organising the music .
Soon the classroom turned into full blown dance party .
The class ended again with Clark's dance with mistress Frejya .
" You have to have date to the dance Clark . " Frejya informed . " You can brought someone in your age . "
Clark already has someone in his mind .
When he went to his class , he whispered to Chloe what happened .
" Do you want to come with me ? " Clark asked .
" Of course I do . " Chloe smiled .
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Within two weeks , Clark realised he got to his full strength .
Clark thanked every girl in his wing for their amazing massaging. Everyday he practiced dancing with girls to perfect his dance moves, again same moves he practiced with Chloe .
Clark never expected that getting date for Yull ball dance is big task since he asked Chloe as soon as he knew he need date . But most of the students are not that lucky .
Phoebe , who is most beautiful girl in school , is asked by almost twenty boys , that's saying since how less the count of boys compared to girls .
Clark noticed Helen and Lily also got asked by some seventh year boys for dates .
Same excitement also noticed in Hogwarts and Beauxbatons too .
The halls are filled with giggles and whispers .
Oliver and Juliette got their own special following .
Clark noticed that some girls of his school and Beauxbatons also started walking towards Oliver so he notice them .
Clark saw many boys from three schools competed to just ask Juliette .
Clark knew Hermione and Gabrielle also want to ask him but he guessed that Chloe told them .
There is girl named Pancy from Slytherin house , Susan also asked him , he told them he is going with Chloe .
Clark suspected that they told others because no one else from first year Hogwarts asked him but he had to reject second year girls and some third year girls asked him .
Clark has to say , compared to Hogwarts , Beauxbatons girls are pretty .
Clark had to reject more than thirty girls from three schools .
Clark never thought he need to say sorry this many times .
Chloe told him that they can't attend party unless they are asked by him that's why he got many proposals .
Christmas holiday break is started . Traditionally students can go to school but he stayed since he has to work on his second task . Chloe also stayed for him .
Except Phoebe, Helen and Lily other girls in his wing went to their homes for holidays .
Except seventh year students , most of the other class students went to their homes .
All the teachers stayed in school also .
Clark's training with Zatanna also getting serious . She is teaching him not only magic spells , other branches of magic too . Potions , transfiguration, arthimancy , runes , herbology .
Only part Zatanna is not good at is magical forging .
Clark is having lessons from master Vulcan too . Even though it's holiday season , master Vulcan didn't stop his teachings .
Clark is one of handful of students who is serious in learning forging .
So far Clark is able to make a coin with bronze metal which always shows heads when you toss it .
Clark has to say it's big achievement for him since it took almost fifty tries to perfect it .
Clark is pretty sure he tried his egg almost every room in the school with no result , always same screeching sound .
Since not many students are present in Hogwarts also , he is able to roam around the school freely .
Clark didn't know what else to do . Chloe suggested to try Hogwarts and Beauxbatons too especially the restricted section of the library .
Clark can't believe he agreed to that . Chloe said she will also come but he denied .
He decided he will go to Hogwarts first . For his relief , the portal to Hogwarts also opened in night too .
Clark entered through portal . He knew his way to library . Hogwarts is lot different than his school . It's dark castle with moving steps and alive paintings along with transparent ghosts and not so transparent poltergeist .
Clark knew how to avoid those . Clark didn't know if the paintings and ghosts are intelligent enough to guard the castle but Clark didn't want to take chances .
Clark already remembered blindspots even people in paintings also won't see him .
He looked around for any ghost activity . For his enhanced hearing , he can hear peeves the poltergeist .
He placed his egg in bag , he wore cloak to hide his face .
He superspeed to library which is little smaller than his school library. Most of the books are almost similar to his school .
He walked to restricted section of the library . It's almost similar to forbidden section of his school library .
Clark looked at books , can hear them whispering like they realised that someone who are not supposed to be are here .
Clark opened one book .
" Mysterious mystery of dragons. "
Since Clark has egg of dragon even though it's not real egg , thought of reading it .
He realised he can read in the dark without any difficulty .
He knew he can see in dark , never tried to read it in dark except now .
It's a fascinating book he has to say with live pictures of dragons along with internal biology of it with moving gore pictures .
The rituals and potions involved with dragon are most gruesome and horrifying .
Still he didn't get single clue after reading entire book in half an hour .
Clark tried to find books on eggs or magical mysteries , read couple of book with superspeed within hour but no use .
Clark sighed and opened his egg , hoping for any sound other than screeching sound .
But his hopes are futile . Same screeching sound is echoed through walls . Looks like those sound made the books to scream along with the egg .
Clark quickly turned off the egg . But Clark heard the footsteps then he saw a man with torch in hand and cat near the door .
Clark knew he can't escape through the door which he came . He saw another door . Clark superspeed to the door .
He found another room .
The room is empty except a mirror with golden frame . The words are enscribed on the frame are
Erised stra ehru oyt ube cafru oyt on wohsi."
It's more than eight feet high , wide .
Clark didn't know why , Clark felt like someone is watching from the mirror .
Clark looked at the mirror .
For a moment , Clark saw himself in mirror . Then he saw a woman , beautiful woman, looking at him with kind eyes beside him . Then he saw a man with dark haired, handsome man beside the woman . Clark is standing between them .
They are wearing strange clothes , like long robes made of liquid silver , like the doctors robes .
Clark realised the man looks familiar . Wavy jet black hair , cheekbones and face , interestingly similar to his except his eyes . His eyes are blue like the woman's .
But there is something different . They are small changes . The features of them are not symmetrical like him but it's clear who they are .
Clark looked around , there is no one beside him .
" Mom . " Clark said .
The woman smiled at him . Clark looked at the man .
" Dad . " Clark said with longing eyes .
The man smiled .
Then Clark saw many men and women besides his parents .
Clark can see resemblance . They are his biological family .
Clark can't believe he is able to see his biological parents .
Clark can see a symbol on their bracelets they are wearing . It's similar to S in the unequal pentagon .
" Who are you? " Clark asked them .
They didn't reply .
" Why am I different? " Clark asked .
There is no reply . Clark didn't know what to do .
But he didn't want to leave . He always want to know who are his parents , how they look like .
Finally he found them . He knew how his parents look like .
They are beautiful . He has his father face , mother's eyes .
Clark spent almost entire night at there , looking at them . He never been so happy .
In the morning , Clark superspeed to his room .
Clark didn't tell anyone but he draw their pictures with labels of mom and dad .
Clark forgot about his egg , his task . They felt very little compared to his parents .
With all his powers , Clark didn't know who they are .
Next day again he went to the same room , spent entire night in front of the mirror , looking at his family .
Clark didn't know what else to do . He is spending every night in front of the mirror .
Everything else , the dance , the classes became just bore . He barely paying any attention to them .
Chloe noticed that Clark is moody , asked him what's going on but Clark just shrugged .
Even the girls in blue wing , Zatanna also noticed same .
How can Clark can tell them that he found his parents in mirror ?
It's two days to ball dance . Clark , as usual spent the day , mechanically , waiting for night .
Clark went to room with mirror but he noticed someone already there .
" How are you coming here without anyone noticing Clark? "
Clark looked at tall man with long beard .
" Professor Dumbledore . " Clark said with surprise . He looked at his eyes with half moon spectacles . He is not angry , just little smile .
" I am sorry professor . " Clark said .
" Why are you here ? " He asked .
" To see my parents . " Clark answered .
Dumbledore sighed .
" I know you are adopted Clark . " Dumbledore said then looked at mirror , Clark sensed Dumbledore is little sad seeing the mirror . Clark only saw Dumbledore reflection in the mirror . " What do you think this mirror do ? "
" Maybe. It shows their family . " Clark answered .
Dumbledore lightly smiled .
" No . " Dumbledore said . " I can give you clue. Only truly happy man will see his reflection . Since you never knew your real parents, you are seeing them now . " Dumbledore said .
Clark thought for a moment .
" You mean it will show whatever I desire . " He paused . " The most . "
" I know you are bright boy . " Dumbledore smiled . " I am going to transfer this mirror to somewhere else . "
Clark felt little panic .
" I don't want you to look for it . I am sensing you are determined enough to find it again. " Dumbledore looked into Clark's eyes .
Clark strangely felt like he is being scanned , Clark immediately lowered his eyes .
Dumbledore smiled .
" You are a clever boy . aren't you ? " He said . " See, this mirror won't give knowledge or wisdom . It makes people spent in front of the mirror until it drove them mad . "
" Why do you kept it here ? " Clark asked .
" It has its own uses . " Dumbledore replied with little smile . " I don't want you to lose focus . Concentrate on your second task . Frejya spoke highly of you . Don't disappoint her . Good luck. " He said .
" Thank you . " Clark said . Clark has to say this man is truly good person . " Can I have a last look at it ? " Clark asked .
Dumbledore nodded .
Clark took long look . " Thank you . "
Clark left , opening the door . He looked at Dumbledore , he still there in the room .
Clark selected blindspot , superspeed to his room .
Clark didn't get much sleep. Clark used every fibre of his will to not to go to the room next day but he found a reason .
Clark took his egg and opened it . Clark didn't expect anything else . It gave horrible screeching sound .
Clark looked around for mirror . It's not there . But Clark sensed something. Someone else is here .
" You came back . "
Clark heard Dumbledor voice . Clark eyes widened seeing , Dumbledore appeared from thin air like He was invisible before .
Clark is glad he didn't use superspeed to come into the room . He uses superspeed in blindspots , when he opened the room , he normally opened the door .
Clark has little panic that what if someone else also invisible in the school .
" How ? " Clark asked .
" I am one of few people who can do full body disillusion charm to make myself invisible . " Dumbledore said with smile . " But you agreed to not to search for the mirror . "
" I am sorry . I am testing my egg . " Clark weakly replied , lowering his head .
Clark knew Dumbledore can sense he is lying .
" I am not supposed to help you but I am telling you this. It's not dependent on location . " Dumbledore said . " So no need to roam around the schools in night . "
Clark nodded .
" Clark . " Clark heard Dumbledor . Clark looked at him .
" I shouldn't tell you this. You are not supposed to take help from others but it's just suggestion , not a rule so you should take help from others . Of course teachers shouldn't help you . "
Clark realised what that means .
" Thank you professor Dumbledore . " Clark nodded left .
Clark didn't know if Dumbledore knew his secret .
But Clark knew Dumbledore has soft side for him since he gave hint . He has no reason to believe him but he trust that old man .
That entire night , Clark thought what else he can do with the egg but his thoughts quickly going to his parents .
There is something different about them . They didn't have wands in their hands, if they are sorcerers like him, they should have the wands too. He thought . There are weird symbols in their bracelets .
Only place he saw those types of symbols are in his home , that egg shaped box where he found his wand , it has similar symbols .
There is some mystery regarding his parents .
Clark already noted those symbols , he has sketch paint of his mother and father . He never did put this much effort in details .
Still thought he is not able to do justice even though Clark knew the sketch is like he xeroxed the pictures .
Clark asked Phoebe to place spell so it's fireproof and tearproof .
Clark tried find about the symbols in library . Magical symbols and runes .
But nothing matched , it's like another language .
Clark opened the egg in his room , this time he concentrated on the sound , even though how horrible the sound is , he concentrated on the sound .
It's not continuous screeching , there are some variations .
What if it's some other language ? Clark thought .
Clark heard trolls and goblins have their own language . What if it's language of something ? Maybe he has to fight that creatures .
Clark and Chloe researched hours and hours to find other creatures languages .
Trolls will talk in grunting like sounds . Nymphs will talk in music like sounds . Goblins language is similar to humans .
Only language he found similar to screeching sound is mermen . Their voice also is music only in underwater but when they talk above the surface , it's nothing but screeching noise .
Clark with feeling amazing , he hugged Chloe .
" Let me test this theory Chloe . " Clark said and went to bathroom .
He filled the tub with water , he lowered the egg into water . Clark opened his egg .
There is no screeching noise but he can't hear anything except some bubbling noise .
" Maybe you should put your head under water too . " Chloe suggested .
Clark nodded at her , took a deep breath .
Finally Clark heard meaningful song . It's repeating .
Come seek us where our voices sound,
We cannot sing above the ground,
We've taken what you'll sorely miss,
An hour long you'll have to look,
And to recover what we took.
Clark didn't know how long he is under the water . He didn't feel any discomfort . Until he heard .
" Clark Clark . " Chloe cried and shouted at him .
Clark didn't realize he is under water for so long .
Clark raised his head from water , inhaled large amount of air .
" What the hell did you do that for ? " Chloe asked . Clark can see clear panic in her voice .
" I am sorry Chloe . I am listening to the song . "
Clark quickly noted down the song , showed it to her .
" They will take something you like and you have one hour to retrieve it . The mermen. " Chloe said .
" That means I have to stay underwater for hour . " Clark said .
Chloe nodded then asked " how ? "
" Of course , with magic spell . " Clark said it like obvious . Clark felt really happy. He didn't has any hope of finding the clue , he finally got it .
" So we need to find the spell then ? " Chloe asked .
" Not now . Last week and half, I did nothing but worry . I want to take a break . " Clark said . " Let's dance . "
Clark turned on the magical radio which Chloe bought via owl mailing .
Clark can hear some song from magical world .
Chloe smiled at him , took his hand .
Clark placed his hand at her hip , other hand took Chloe's hand . They started moving along with song .
Clark looked at Chloe , can see she has little blush in her cheeks .
" Thank you Chloe for helping me . " Clark said .
" You are welcome . " Chloe smiled .
Clark is looking at Chloe eyes . Next moment Clark felt Chloe lips on his .
It's just for one or two seconds but it's different , it's good . Clark can't help but close his eyes .
" Whoa . " Clark said . " What's that for ? "
" I don't know. I wanted to do that ever since we first danced . Don't you like it ? " Chloe asked , with little nervousness in her face .
Clark smiled . " This is my first kiss . " Clark said , feeling little blush in his cheeks .
" Mine too . " Chloe said shyly .
Clark didn't know what to say .
" My turn . " Clark pressed his lips against her lips .
Chloe closed her eyes .
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The Christmas day finally came . Clark didn't know how but there are two pools of gifts .
Clark's gift pool is slightly bigger than Chloe's .
" Chloe , we got gifts . " Clark woke Chloe up .
Chloe woke up drowsily since it's too early for her . But her eyes widened with happiness , seeing the pile of gifts .
Clark opened his first one from his parents . They got him very large box of sweets and alarm clock .
It's almost tradition since Clark always break his alarm atleast once in year , because of his bad sleep combined with his strength .
He got gift from Chloe too . She got him broomstick cleaning kit .
" Thank you Chloe . " Clark said to her , who is opening the gift from him .
She got her surprise . It's miniature Hungarian horntail dragon .
Clark knew she liked it .
" Thank you Clark . " Chloe hugged him .
Clark got gifts from girls from his wings . All of them are books . Magical places , cooking , magical painting , magical music , magical fairy tale stories, magical board games .
Each book to know about magical society .
Chloe got beautiful sweater from his parents . Clark knew why he didn't got it because he won't need it .
Clark also got the girls gifts too . He handmade them all . He gave Lily a painting of her he painted himself since she likes paintings, he gave Thea beautiful chess set , he carved himself since she likes chess, but it's not magical one . He gave Karan the dancing shoes , He gave Allura hardcopies of amazing clicks of famous photographs .
The entire school is decorated with ever lasting candles along with beautiful long lasting lighting sparks .
Every wall contain big fireplace with roaring fire .
Thousands of stylish lanterns, floating in air , lit .
Hundreds of dancing ice sculptures placed everywhere in the school , making school so beautiful .
It must magic since not even fire from fireplace also not able to melt the sculptures .
The main hall has large Christmas tree with snow cloud charmed above , showering the tree with snow , tree has glittering stars and balls and toys of angels , horses and other toys .
Clark never seen this much good Christmas decorations .
The breakfast and lunch also special since it's holiday . Looks like house elves and nymphs put extra effort to prepare feast .
Christmas songs are sung through out the the day by music nymphs .
And it's snowing , which made great weather for snow ball fight .
Which apparently favourite sport in wizard world .
Clark had to use his normal skills while Chloe, Phoebe , Helen and Lily are using their magic to float large snow balls to throw at him .
Of course Clark rode his broomstick, avoid them very easily even though they all rode brooms .
Entire day until the party spent playing snow ball fight .
The party finally came . Clark wore perfect medieval style fit of blue coat with golden embroidery along with stylish blue pants and shoes , silk shirt , tucked in his pants with stylish cap type pointy hat .
Chloe is wearing dazzling fairytale princess style green dress gown with green pointy with small gem at the end of point .
Clark never seen Chloe this beautiful . Clark noticed there is extra shine in her short blonde hair .
" You look great Chloe . " Clark said , making her cheeks turn little shade of pink with shy .
Clark knew some of the credit will goes to Helen and Lily since they helped them to make up and dress .
Phoebe wore dress similar to Chloe but it's light blue , little more shiny silver coloured flowery embroidery, making him remember Cinderella .
Helen wore light pink gown while Lily wore shiny yellow dresses .
Clark has to say they are doing absolute justice to those gorgeous dresses .
" You look handsome Clark . " Phoebe commented .
Clark can't help but blush .
" You have to start early since you are going to start ball . We will join later . "
Clark took Chloe's hand , entered the portal to Hogwarts .
The room of Yull ball is large , more than ten times of size of main hall .
It's ceiling is fifty feet high with large glittering golden balls with different colours of shining gems , similar disco balls .
Thousands of fairies with fairy lights are dancing .
In the middle of the ceiling ,there ten large amazing glass chandeliers with thick lit candles with shiny silver stands .
The room is circular with beautifully painted wall with amazing paintings of dancing goblins , beautiful mermaids , witches and wizards with robes and pointy hats which are moving gracefully .
Clark can see musical instruments aside and stage with two twins witches . Clark can tell they are singers .
One side Clark can see large plates and bowls of food like banquet table along with drinks .
Clark can see professors of Hogwarts , teachers of Beauxbatons and mistresses and masters of his academy .
Headmistress of Beauxbatons is easily spotted as she is tallest one and wearing brightest silly yellow robe .
And professor Dumbledore can be easily spotted with shiny silver waist length beard in lilac robes .
But Clark is sure no one attracts eye like mistress Frejya . She is wearing simple blue , perfectly fit dress with heeled shoes . Even though it's nothing fancy compared to clothes others are wearing but her most beautiful face and gorgeous smile , she is turning everyone's head .
Clark saw her give him smile from her , he returned .
Dumbledore also nodded at him , which Clark returned .
Clark can see Oliver and Juliette came as couple .
Clark and Chloe followed them .
First champions walked to the centre of the room , bowing to everyone while Dumbledore announcing their presence .
They started the party , walking to the middle of the room while surrounded by so many pairs .
Next moment , menu cards appeared in their hands .
Everyone noticed tables appeared in front of them with empty plates .
Clark and Chloe took seats , looking at empty plates with confusing looks .
Dumbledore's magical booming voice echoed through room .
" Pork chops . " He said .
Next moment , a plateful of pork chops appeared in front of Dumbledore .
Clark looked at menu and said . " Triple patty burger with ketchup. "
A burger appeared on his plate with size of his forearm .
Chloe ordered finger chips .
Clark knew he suppose to mingle with foreign students but since except Chloe , everyone is four or five years older than him , he doesn't know what to do .
The dinner is amazing with more than fifty items of course and drinks .
Once Dumbledore raised from his seat , the plates and table is disappeared .
Clark noticed Oliver and Juliette finished their dinner , moving to some secluded spot .
Clark knew he has to follow them .
First Oliver and Juliette walked as pair , beside them Clark and Chloe walked towards middle of the room . The dance floor .
The wonder twins , they called , started songs that contains words like magic , cauldrons, goblins, elves .
Clark never heard the song like these except here ,this magical world .
It's slow song , Clark placed his hand at Chloe's waist , joining other hand to Chloe's .
Clark noticed Oliver is not showing any shyness nor Juliette . They are enjoying themselves .
Clark never felt this nervous , dancing among hundreds of people .
Still it's one of the pleasurable experience , dancing with his friends .
Clark soon noticed , other couples are starting to joining them .
Clark can see Phoebe, Lily and Helen with their dates , greeted him .
After three songs , Clark noticed Chloe is tired .
" You should rest . " Clark told her . " I will get you drinks . "
Clark can see Chloe is sitting in one chair .
Clark brought her lemon flavored drink .
" Isn't it great Clark ? Dancing and drinking in Ball. " Chloe said .
" Yeah. It's like we are in medieval times . " Clark answered .
Clark looked around . He saw mistress Frejya is dancing with master Vulcan , who is wearing sleeveless coat without any buttons and thick grey pants.
Clark noticed many girl students along with female teachers are giving him appreciative looks .
He has to say master Vulcan looks like Hollywood star with body of weight lifter .
" Hey Clark , Chloe . " Phoebe called . Clark looked at Phoebe date . It's Bryce Wayne from black wing .
Clark has to say this is the rare occasion that Clark saw him smile .
Phoebe and Bryce sat beside them .
" Did you figured out your clue Clark? " Bryce asked him .
" Don't answer yet Clark . I will post it in torch . " Chloe replied before Clark .
" So you figured it out . " Bryce confirmed .
" How ? " Clark asked with surprise .
" It's not news worthy if you didn't figure out . " Bryce replied . " Good job . "
" Thanks . " Clark said .
" If you need any help , let me know . " Bryce said .
" I am supposed to work on tasks alone . " Clark said .
" It's not exactly rule . It's just suggestion Clark. You can take help from others if you need . " Bryce said .
" You are not the first one to suggest that . " Clark said , remembering Mr Dumbledore words .
" Hey . It's my favourite song . " Phoebe said .
Clark looked at Chloe .
" Give me some time. You should go . " Chloe said .
" Give Chloe company Bryce . " Phoebe said then grabbed Clark to dance floor .
It's little fast song than before . Thanks to his practice , he is able to match with Phoebe graceful dancing .
Soon Clark is joined with Lily then Helen . Then Clark saw a tall and beautiful girl from red wing , joined the group . Diane Prince .
From close distance , she is more pretty and intimidating .
She took his hand , started dancing for slow song . He has to say she is amazing dancer with acrobatic moves .
Clark has unlimited stamina , dancing like machine while others are getting tired .
Clark never knew he has so many admirers .
Clark felt like he danced with almost every seventh year girl of his school .
Clark also danced with other school girls briefly .
" Hello Clark . " Clark is greeted by Zatanna . Most of the students are resting , giving chance for professors to dance .
Mistress Zatanna is dancing with young male centaur .
Similar to mistress Brianna , he has four legs and all are human like .
Clark never seen him before .
Zatanna is wearing amazing white ball gown with diamond like stones embedded throughout the dress , making her glitter like angel .
Zatanna actually excellent dancer , Clark noticed . Not a magical style , Clark guessed she is learning them for her performance .
" You look beautiful mistress . " Clark complimented .
Zatanna gave her dazzling smile . " You too Clark . " She said . " You are cheerful now . " Zatanna noticed .
Clark knew she is talking about the time he was thinking about his parents and mirror .
" I am sorry , I was moody earlier . " Clark said . Clark informed he cracked his clue which made topic offline for his joy .
For everyone's surprise , mistress Frejya approached him , started dancing with him .
Almost everyone sat while Frejya is dancing with Clark with gracefulness of professional dancer .
Clark tried as much as he can to match her .
Almost two hours of continuous dancing , Clark sat beside Chloe .
Clark can see Bryce and Diane joined them along with blue wing girls .
Clark has to say it's amazing party .
Looks like some of the drinks got strong stuff which is called butterbeer .
Clark tasted them , it's really great . After tens of glasses , Clark can see Chloe is little drowsy .
But Clark is not having any effect .
Clark noticed several studies are leaving the floor , taking secret spots , like rose bushes , broom closets .
Clark noticed Phoebe and Bryce also gone somewhere .
Clark can see Chloe is asked by Beauxbatons boy to dance .
Clark started dancing with Diane .
" How do you feel Clark ? Are you confident for second task ? " Diane asked while dancing .
" I don't know . " Clark replied . Clark didn't want to talk about the tournament since half the conversation he had so far is regarding tournament only .
Like Diane sensed him , " You should visit red wing once . " Diane offered , changing topic .
Clark nodded .
" Where are you from ? " Clark asked .
" I am from tiny island called Thymas . It's little far and very backward compared to muggle world and fully magical . " Diane said .
" Are everyone is as pretty as you ? " Clark asked .
Diane smiled cheekily . " Aren't you naughty boy ? " Diane kissed him on cheek . " I think so . And the island is only for women. Men are allowed but not allowed to stay permanently . " Diane said .
" Does your Island didn't have any schools? " Clark asked .
" No . We have training centers but not schools like these . We train for battles in those centers . That's why I already knew magic before I came to this school . Mistress Frejya came to our island to make me join the school . " Diane said .
The song is changed , making Diane to change her steps .
" You have to lift me . " Diane whispered . Clark simply nodded and lifted her in bridal style then above his head . " You are strong Clark . "
Clark smiled .
Then Clark heard applaud , making him realise he is not alone .
Almost after very late night , Dumbledore announced that Yull ball is over .
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Next day , torch is filled with details of the ball and so many pictures of Clark with many dancing partners .
Clark didn't know when did Chloe took those pictures .
Clark is sure that she didn't has the camera . But Clark knew Chloe may used elf to get her camera .
And the moving picture of him carrying Diane in air is highlight of the paper , occupied the front page .
" Very successful Yull ball . " Is the heading .
Clark read the paper , Chloe wrote who came with who .
Pictures of every teacher along with pictures of champions .
Clark also found out , Chloe already interviewed Oliver and Juliette too .
Because the news of him being cracked his clue is another sensational news along with other champions are still trying .
Clark is surprised by that . He thought they were figure it out ages ago .
Chloe also wrote article of how muggle world celebrate parties .
Now that Yull ball is over , Clark knew whats in front of him .
Clark went to his bathroom tub , filled it with water . Knew that Chloe is sleeping very soundly , he downed into water after taking large lungful of air .
Clark downed his head until his head is fully under water , opened his eyes .
Clark is holding his breath , trying to test how long he can hold his breath .
Clark also had his watch with stopwatch option .
It's five minutes, Clark didn't feel any discomfort . Then ten , twenty until it's sixty minutes . Clark stopped his watch .
Clark knew he can hold it more if he tries . But this is not real test .
He looked at lake near the blue wing building .
Clark knew there will be no one since everyone is too tired to wake up early .
Clark removed his clothes except his underwear , dived into it . Clark is thinking if the test is underwater , he suppose he has to swim under water for hour , if not more time to find the object .
Clark went deep into water , almost he touched the muddy ground under the water .
Clark can see fishes , turtles and some plants . Clark didn't find any magical creatures .
Clark atleast expected water nymphs or Hannah and Jenna .
Clark didn't see them . Clark guessed since it's used by students to play , there are no creatures .
Clark is holding his breath , started swimming around the lake .
Clark can't believe he is able to hold his breath for such a long time even he is swimming .
He didn't know how long he can hold but he came out of water when he realised that it's clearly lot more than hour , he is swimming .
Now he need to figure out how to fake he is using magic to breath under water .