Well, here's the next addition to my series. I would first of all like to thank Menyl the Goddess of Manipulation (my cyber sis) and my Katie *shudder* for helping me with the story line. I hope you enjoy this part, and yeah, okay!!!
THE TOWER
BY CELENAE THE GODDESS OF REVENGE
The Understanding
As Ron was being dragged off into the trees, he peeked under the hood of the black cloak. There, he recognized a very familiar face.
Sirius!!! How are you? What's with all the dragging me off, is this a tradition? Ron asked. He was remembering his third year, when Sirius dragged him into the Whomping Willow in the form of a dog. Ron stared at his face, only to see a look of determination.
Sirius......hello...........what's with you? Ron thought this was all very strange. Finally Sirius looked at him, stopped and smiled.
Sorry to startle you Ron, but I couldn't have anyone see me, Sirius replied. This was very true for he was still a wanted man. Ron smiled at Sirius, having forgotten that fact.
Oh right. Listen, have you heard from Harry lately? He hasn't given me anything since the start of summer, Ron asked him worryingly. Sirius just gave him a grave look, which answered Ron all in itself.
We must keep walking young one, my master will not be pleased if we are late, Sirius said, in a mysterious tone. Ron was confused, because he had no idea what Sirius was talking about.
What? Is this a joke? Who's your master, do you mean Dumbledore? He lives around here, I never knew that. I'm sure he won't be mad if we're late, he's actually a pretty nice g...
Ron was startled at this. He had never seen Sirius so angry. Sheesh! Well, he was in Azkaban, maybe I'll just shut up now. I don't want to know what he can do when he's angry, Ron thought. They walked deeper into the thicket of trees until they stopped and Sirius looked satisfied. Then, Sirius put a hand on Ron's shoulder and they apparated.
Suddenly, they were inside a dark, stone room. At the far end was a massive, red velvet chair. Beside it was a man in a black robe, on his knees. Ron looked around some more and saw that there were men in black robes guarding the door as well. He was trying to decipher if this was reality, or just a dream, when a voice spoke.
You have done well my servant, you will be rewarded. At this, Sirius walked up to the chair and kneeled before the figure sitting there. Ron was astonished, he couldn't move an inch. The figure stood up and came towards Ron. His mouth fell open at the sight of the man, but the shock paralyzed him to the spot.
It's not polite to stare, especially with your mouth open, the man said. Ron closed his mouth in an instant, but he still stared.
Do you know who I am? he asked Ron. Finally getting over a bit of the shock, Ron answered.
Y-you're, y-y-you-you're.....Ron started. The man just shook his head, with a slight smile spreading across his face.
Well, come on boy, I haven't got all day. What, are you nervous, is that it? Before he was having fun, but now he was just getting impatient.
YOU'RE HIM!! Ron shouted at the top of his lungs.
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Where's Ron? Percy asked Ginny after blowing down her door. She looked at him angrily.
I don't know. I was looking for him before, but I gave up. Maybe he went out somewhere. Yeah, that's it, he went out, he probably forgot to leave a note, she replied. He'll come back soon, don't worry.
Don't worry? He didn't leave a note!! I'm responsible for him, is he trying to get me in trouble? Tell me when he gets back, he snapped. Ginny just rolled her eyes, but nodded. Percy stormed out of the room, stomped upstairs and slammed the door.
Good one Ron, she muttered.
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Well, boy, I bet you're wondering why I have brought you here, the man asked Ron. He just nodded, initial shock hadn't lifted yet.
I'll tell you why. You are here to help me get to Harry Potter. That boy has ruined everything for me since the day he was born. No more, no more. You will bring him to me, and then I will kill him. He began to smile to himself. Ron started to gather the courage to speak again.
HA!! How are you going to do that, huh? I'm not going to do it willingly. I've also learned how to resist the Imperius curse so you just tell me how, Ron said with all the courage he could muster up. His bravery began to fade at the look of the man standing there. Soon, the man's face started to spread into a full out grin. He then began to laugh at Ron and his naivete.
Foolish boy, you think I'd use such a silly little curse as the Imperius curse? He kept laughing. This made Ron very nervous. The man looked at his servants sharply. They then began to laugh with him.
No, no I have much more in store for you. How do you think Sirius here was under my influence, he pointed to Sirius in the corner, who had that glazed-over look in his eyes again. He was especially difficult, but he broke, and so will you. Of course, I cannot let you go unguarded. No, I have to make sure that you get the deed done. That's why I must go with you, he said. Ron looked even more shocked at this comment. The man's servant looked just as surprised.
But master surely you will be found out, he told the man. His master gave him a sharp look.
Are you implying that I am incompetent when it comes to magic? May I remind you who taught you all that you know!! Don't you dare talk to me like that you cretin, or I'll set up another date with Rashanna. He was outraged at his servant, who was now cowering in the corner.
I'm sorry My Lord, it will never happen again, he replied with a slight quiver in his voice. The man seemed to be satisfied at this, so he again set his glare on Ron.
What a privileged boy you are. First you get to meet me. Next, you get to see me use my magic. Now watch carefully, and with that there was a bright flash and a totally different person was standing there. The figure smiled at Ron, whose mouth was again opened in shock. The man had just changed himself into a totally different person.
Do you like? I've been thinking about this for a while, and I chose this disguise. Now, now, what have I told you about open mouths? Ron closed his mouth. Now for you, don't move, or this will REALLY hurt, he told Ron. He began to laugh madly until he raised his arm. A fiery red light shot out at Ron who was in too much shock to move. That red light was the last thing Ron saw before waking up in his room.
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So, are you guys enjoying it so far? I hope you are, because I have a great plan for this story. Yes, I now actually know what I'm doing, instead of making it up as I go. I guess, all I have to say now is the disclaimer. Oh hold on, I would like to thank my faithful readers, you have helped me to create this!!!
DISCLAIMER: Anything to do with Harry Potter belongs to J.K. Rowling, the plot belongs to me, Menyl, and Katie *shudder*, Rashanna belongs to me, and the world will soon belong to Menyl and I. Thank you for reading this awfully boring disclaimer and have a good day!!!
Here's a little quote to help you all:
Go out and get em, because contrary to popular belief, the outside world does not bite.
Thank You!!!