How I Changed Fate-Chapter 10: What to do?

Since I basically managed to avoid the ending of the third book by caging Pettigrew and convincing Sirius to turn himself in, but I knew the struggles of third year were not done with. As October came to an end I payed attention to the fact that even though I had changed things the general day to day had not changed. I had to go to classes, watch and wait. This was going to take a long time, and I was unsure that I would continue to like being stuck in a time, place, and world so different than what I was brought up in. I was also worried about how the new ripples would affect the end timeline. Would doing things like this really give Harry the happiest ever after or would it throw him into oblivion? I honestly began to think of how much disaster I could cause with my knowledge of the future. I knew nothing of what could happen with my changes and it wasn't as if I could see the new future I was making.

Many nights questions plagued me, drowned me. I knew the longer I hold these questions to myself the more I fear that I can stay on track. It would be a miracle if I could finish the rest of Hogwarts without anyone finding out, heck I purposely said the words to turn off the map before George and Fred could even tell me what it was because I was curious if they would ask me how I knew. They had but I knew that it was bad enough that I knew what the possible future had in store for many of these people, I did not want to drag anyone else into this with me. I decided to focus on the path in front of me.

It was getting to the beginning of November, and the time when Harry would find himself being attacked by Dementors for a second time. I knew out of all the things I could change I shouldn't change how or why he learns his Patronus. I knew I couldn't watch the game because of what happens. I also decided that it would be a great reason to approach Dumbledore and ask what he will do to assure student safety against these creatures who no longer need to be near the school since the criminal they were after in the first place has turned himself in and is awaiting trial. So, that is just what I did I waited till after the attack and seeing Harry in the Medical Ward I, like a concerned friend, ran straight into Dumbledore's office and shouted, "Tá tú leathcheann*! You should have had those creatures leave the grounds and return to Azkaban once it was reported that Sirius Black had turned himself in! That could have been any of the other students on their broom, are you not concerned for our safety!"

I hadn't bothered to look at him as I spoke, but after I finished, I looked up and saw Lucius Malfoy standing in front of one of the chairs close to the Headmaster. He had long blond hair that seemed as if ethereal on him. He stood tall with his cane by his side with such grace it made me wonder why he thought he needed the cane. I have to say this about Lucius, he was striking and beautiful. Instead of Dumbledore responding to me I was surprised that Lucius Malfoy was the first to speak. "Barely into the year and now two students are being harmed due to your negligence, the board is unhappy with you Dumbledore. What do you have to say for yourself?"

The Headmaster simply smiled before he answered. "The incident with the Care of Magical Creatures class was an accident and I have not gotten to requesting that the Aurors come and detain the Dementors."

"Caic tarbh*!" I said frustrated. "It has been a month since the convict that was many thought would come to Hogwarts turned himself in, surely it doesn't take more than a couple of minutes to send a letter requesting the removal of the Dementors and what's more is that the incident in Care of Magical Creatures class was not an accident, but instead poor teaching from the teacher. Hagrid is a great gate keeper; however, he is unqualified to teach anything and everyone knows it! If it hadn't been Draco another student could have gotten injured because Hagrid didn't tell anyone any rules regarding the creature until we were right in front of it."

Mr. Malfoy spoke next. "Miss, though you were correct in what you said I would like to remind you that you are in front of a teacher and such language as cursing is not appropriate."

I blushed because I had cursed before thinking about it. "Tá brón orm* Lord Malfoy, but I have been through a lot today because my honorary brother was practically attacked by the Dementors who were sent here for our protection. I spoke without thinking clearly."

Before Mr. Malfoy spoke, I could feel overwhelming pride pulsing out of him at my apology, apparently people no longer apologized to him because of his association with Voldemort in the first war. "It is quiet alright miss…? Pardon me, but what is your name?"

"Lord Malfoy, my name is Louise Eavan Regan heir to the Reagan family. We met when I was younger so I understand that you couldn't recognize me."

Mr. Malfoy smiled and gave a small head nod. "It is an honor to see one of your status here, my lady. I would say you can stay, but what Headmaster Dumbledore and I must discuss is not for children to hear, both of us have heard your grievances and I will make sure that they are brought to the board of Governors of Hogwarts. You should return to your brother's side where he needs you to be."

I knew overstaying my welcome after that would not be a good idea but I said one last thing before I left. "The Hippogriff was not at fault for the actions that happened during the class, don't blame an animal for following its instinct, instead blame the teacher." I left praying to any god that would listen that everything would work out better this time around. I don't know if anyone heard my prayer but I hoped that the fates would be kind in my endeavor, but only time could tell how kind the fates were willing to be to me.

Tá brón orm= I'm sorry, Caic tarbh=Bullshit, Tá tú leathcheann= You idiot.