Author's Note: I'm not sure how fast the chapters are going to come, because right now I have this other story I'm working on…but on with the show, right? I don't own these people, blah blah. Please review!!!
Chapter Three: the Search Continues
Harry stood up, woozy and ill. He wretched twice, but nothing happened beyond that. He slowly resumed his search.
He couldn't get rid of the image of Astronel, red hair flying, eyes and wand blazing. He kept seeing her, and feeling that one last hand squeeze. His heart yearned for her, and urged him on.
Another image was troubling him, one he couldn't banish, despite his best efforts. He kept seeing Voldemort's snake slithering away. He didn't know why he saw it, but he did.
Blood and gore covered every inch of his shoes, robes, and skin.
Harry trudged on, not noticing that Snape was running towards him.
"Potter! POTTER!" Snape yelled (or was it screamed?), jerking Harry out of his thoughts. "I believe you are searching for your female friend?"
Harry's heart leapt. "You found her? Is she okay? Is she ali--"
Snape held up a hand to silence him. "We don't have time to waste. She is underneath what remains of the Romping Willow. You go to her, pronto, and I will fetch Pomfry."
Harry suddenly felt more alive than he had at any time during the battle. He hugged Snape before he could be stopped, and sprinted off towards the charred husk that was the Whomping Willow.
Author's note: hate to leave you hanging, but I'm tired. Please review!!!!!!!!