Chapter four
Hermione and Cathren rounded a corner to the quite spot in the library that no one visited. Although it was'nt like any one would pay attention to them. They hoped.
"What was that all about?" Hermione asked and turned to her quickly. "It is only a book Cathren."
"Only a book?" Cathren asked and walked to the book shelf. She then looked at Hermione. "Hermione, you are my friend, your also the smartest person I know and I thank you for keeping my secret when you figured it out. But, what would happen if the book got lost or fell into some ones hands. Some one like Malfoy. I know we all think him arrogant and stupid but he is top in the Slytherin class."
"Cathren the book is not even safe with Lupin. If some one was working for Voldemort they would already have it by now." Hermione said and drug her hand across the books, then pulled one out.
"He already has a copy of it, why risk some one and get the original?" Cathren said and walked to the window. She looked out at the still lake. The sun reflected off it as it set.
"I still do not see why we do not tell Harry. I mean, its Harry. He's dealt with Voldemort and things like this before." Hermione said skimming through the pages of the book.
"Harry will end up being brought into this no matter how much I would like to spare him this adventure. He has been through to much at the hands of Voldemort already." Cathren said and put a hand on the window seal.
"And you have'nt?" Hermione asked and put the book down.
"I have spent the past two years protecting Harry and people like you, trying to keep Muggles alive was a bonus. That is what has kept me from telling him. It is also what got me caught and how Voldemort found out about the book. I did'nt want you or Ron or Harry to find out about this. Uncle Albus had already told me about your adventures. I wanted to try and keep the three of you safe from this one. Harry has to go on, Hermione, he is the one who has the power to kill Voldemort. Dumbledore does have the power, but he does'nt have the heart. He does'nt use the vengeance, Harry has and will use it. Only I can help him on that day, because I know the book. Because I am the Keeper. You will help him before that, but that day I will be needed. My uncle knows what I am, what burden I carry. For my protection he is trying to keep it a secret."
"Then why did Sirius a sign that report?." Hermione asked.
"Because he does not know about the meaning , he does not know about me. He only helped my uncle. He does not know. Uncle Albus gave him the book to use for school. He knew it would be safe with Sirius or Lupin. He had no idea he would a sign a report." Cathren said in a controlled manner.
"We better get to the hall. Harry and Ron will get to wondering." Hermione said putting the book back on the shelf. "Should we get the book any way and put in some where safe?"
"Its safe for now." Cathren said as they walked out of the cubical at the end of the library. "If any thing should happen and I am in the hospital, if anything having the indication of You Know Who." She did'nt want to say his name as she passed the first years. They knew about Voldemort, knew he was alive and well. She did'nt want to worry them. "You, Ron and Harry bring the book. If something happens I must explain to you, Ron and Harry everything, even what I have not told you. For if something were to happen to me, you or Ron would be the one to help Harry rid the world of Vol-- of You Know Who."
Shocked by what she said, Hermione only nodded. How could she help take down the most powerful dark wizard ever?
"But, that does not mean we should'nt have fun." Cathren said feeling the need to lighten up the mood. "I heard there was this really cool new tavern in Hogsmead we could go and check it out. If you three wanted to."
"That would be fun." Hermione said and smiled in spite of the mood she was in. "Is that why you and Sirius get along so well, because he is an Auror and your half, in training?"
"Possibly or because we both have the same hatred for my teacher." Cathren said and smiled a sly smile.
Cathren's Firebolt came the next morning at breakfast. Harry was glad because the Quiditch match was after lunch. She had been practicing with one of the schools old brooms. He was sure though she had'nt lost her touch.
*
After winning the Quiditch match Gryffindor and Hufflepuff shook hands and headed out of the stadium. The Slytherin team looked at them with dark glares and began to walk towards them. Harry looked up and shook his head. Malfoy come to pick fights again. "We got company." He said and all seven members of his team and Hermione stopped and looked up at the glaring Slytherins.
Malfoy stopped and sneered. He looked from Harry to Ron, then Cathren and Hermione. Those were the only people he generally messed with after Quiditch practice or games or during potions. Last time his approach had been directed at Ron and Hermione. "Hello four eyes." Draco said and smiled. Harry did'nt know why he still called him that, he had contacts. He then looked at Cathren. "New broom, you were'nt scared that some one had messed with it? Some one in your position should be scared."
"And just what is that supposed to mean Malfoy?" Hermione asked and folded her arms. She did'nt know where he was going with this.
"Was I even talking to you mudblood? Geese you people take up for one another to much." He said and glanced back at Harry. "I only meant since she is kin to that oft Dumbledore. You better watch your girl friend Potter. Voldemort has it in for you and Dumbledore. But, if he can't get him, he'll probably go for the next best thing."
"Was that another scare tactic?" Cathren asked and smiled. "Next time you want to pick a topic to start a fight, pick something they don't already know. Oh, by the way, Dumbledore is not an oft, but I don't know if I can say the same about your father."
Harry, barely was able to hold it in. Pure genius. She was brilliant. He looked to his right and saw that Ron and Hermione were having trouble holding it in themselves.
"How dare you!" Malfoy exploded and watched as she and the seven other people walked passed him. "You'll get it, you know. Your going to die screaming just like your halfblood mother."
Cathren stopped in her tracks. Ron and Harry and stepped forward. Malfoy was'nt going to get away with that remark. Cathren felt her temperature rise and her anger build. She turned and decked him. About that time Sirius and Lupin had heared the conversation and were walking over. They started to jog when Malfoy hit the ground. Harry, Ron and Hermione stood beside Cathren as he began to get up. People began to gather around watching. Malfoy stood up and gritted his teeth. "Say one more thing, one more damn thing about my parents and you want live to see tomorrow. That is not a threat that is a promise Draco Malfoy."
Draco was'nt in the mood to talk, he reached for his wand and aimed it at her her. Harry saw this and pulled her to the side to miss the curse. He then stepped in front of her when he re-aimed. Draco went to curse Harry. Sirius and Lupin stepped in. Lupin grabbed Draco and Sirius took Harry. Just their luck Professor Snape happened by.
"What is going on here?" Snape asked and looked at them. "Detention for all five of you." He said and glared at them.
"Severus, Mr. Weasley and Miss Granger did'nt do anything. They should'nt get detention for nothing." Lupin said and let go of Draco.
"Fine the three of you have detention. I'll see to it that Professor Dumbledore hears of this and Professor McGonagall will give the punishment." He then turned, holding his arm and walked away.
Lupin turned to Draco. "You and your friends go on back to the Common Room." He said and watched as they were half way there before turning back.
"I can't believe you hit him. Hermione's slapped him, but even she knew better to hit him. He would have killed you." Ron said and shook his head. "Although I loved it, brilliant!" He smiled and patted her back.
"Thanks Ron, but I was'nt going for that. I just lost control of my temper." She said and shrugged. They were all gathered in a circle now. "Thanks Harry." She said and smiled.
"Think nothing of it." Harry said and smiled back.
"Well, we have detention. Great. Next time I let my temper take over, one of you hit me instead." She said and shook her head.
"You had every right to hit Malfoy. I've been wanting to do it all year." Professor Lupin said and smiled. "Although I hate to admit it there was some truth to what he said, the broom could have been tampered with."
"I have a feeling that if Voldemort wanted to kill me he would send some one or do it himself. Falling off the broom would be to easy." She said and looked at Harry for a moment then back at Lupin.
"Your telling me Voldemort wants to kill you to get to Professor Dumbledore?" Harry said and shook his head. He could believe it though, Voldemort would try that. Anything to bring some one pain.
"Not a matter of wants, Harry, a matter of when." She said and looked at the lake. Inside she knew he would.
"Now, see here, your under watchful eyes here. Besides I think you can take care of yourself." Sirius said and smiled. "Even if you are half Auror."
"Half Auror!" Harry and Ron said at the same time. They looked at her stunned.
"Oh, now you did it." Cathren said and looked at the two excited friends. "Thank you Sirius Slip Allot."
"I'm sorry I thought they already knew. I mean it should'nt be that hard to figure out. You have the look of an Auror." Sirius said and smiled. She did after all. The way she held herself.
"Maybe it was the innocent American girl that was holding those thoughts in check." Lupin said and smiled a sly smile.
"We better go see what our punishment is." Harry said and looked at Cathren. She nodded and sighed.
"Sorry about that Harry." She said quietly.
"Oh, it was bound to happen some time this year." He said and smiled. "Lets go." They left the group and headed for the castle. "See you at dinner."
"Ok." Hermione said and smiled a smile that he could not read.
After a while Harry had to ask. "You are really an Auror?" He asked and smiled. "That is what I was thinking of doing. I thought you had to graduate to do it though."
"Not in America. If you pass your tests you can go on. I passed mine my sixth year." She said and smiled. "Unfortunately being an Auror is what got me in the situation I am in now. So Sirius is my teacher now. That is why he went to Care of Magical Creatures. In that class he has more time. So he can finish my training."
"Thats cool." Harry said and they walked up the steps to the castle. "It must be fun."
"Oh, it is some times. But, its hard." She said and smiled. "You could do it though." She looked at him in a different way. But, when she noticed he realized she turned her head back to look forward.
Harry knocked on the door to McGonagall's class room. She told them to come in and they walked in and up to her desk. "Professor Snape tells me that there was a fight between, you, Miss West and Mr. Malfoy? I have already given Mr. Malfoy his punishment. It is the same as your's. You are to spend dentention with Hagrid, Professor Sirius, and Professor Lupin. They will explain what it is that you will be doing."
"Yes ma'am." Cathren and Harry said and nodded.
"Well, be gone." She said and returned to her work.
*
Night came soon. The cold air blew in. Christmas was only a week away. The winter night air was enough to freeze fire. It was cold, dark and damp. Perfect for dentition. Lupin led Harry, Cathren and Draco to Hagrids hut. He and Sirius were waiting out side with two lanterns. Hagrid had his bow ready.
"What are we doing?" Draco asked and looked at Lupin. "We're not going into the Dark Forest again are we?"
Harry hoped not. Every time he entered the Dark Forest something happened. The first time he came face to face with Voldemort, well sort of. The second he was chased by giant spiders.
"Afraid so Mr. Malfoy." Lupin said and nodded. "We are looking for specimens for Care of Magical Creatures and Defense Against the Dark Arts."
"So that means their dangerous?" Cathren asked and pulled her cloak tight around her.
"Only during the day." He replied and smiled. "They're called Sun Sprites. Don't be fooled by the name you three."
As they made it towards Hagrids house, they began to walk towards them. When they finally made it to each other Hagrid looked at Harry and Cathren. He smiled an amused smile. "Remus you and Harry come with me. Professor Snape insisted that Harry should not go with Sirius because he might have fun. Malfoy and Cathren go with Sirius."
Harry did'nt know if it was a good idea for Malfoy and Cathren to work together. Although it was'nt a good idea for him and Malfoy either.
Sirius nodded. "Wands ready?" He asked them and all three pulled out their wands. "Now I don't want either of you to use your wands on each other." He said and seemed to be looking at Malfoy with suspicion. He knew he was the most likely to try that.
"Ok, then." Hagrid said and sighed. "Sirius, you and your team take the part of the forest by the lake. We will go towards the center. Meet back here at eleven. We should'nt be out now days at midnight."
"Alright, Cathren, Draco, come with me." Sirius said and they walked towards the woods.
It got extremely dark as they entered the woods. Even the lantern did'nt put of much light. "Lumos." Cathren said and Draco did the same. Sirius looked at them and nodded. Cathren and Draco moved and walked a head. Every now and then they would hear sounds. Cathren passed Draco after a while. He kept stopping every time a sound happened. Even when he was the one making it.
Cathren pulled her cloak around her tightly to keep out the night air. Her breath fogged in front of her. Draco moved close behind her and whispered. "Better watch out West, would'nt want your pretty self hurt. Voldemort's been in these woods before, he'll get you first."
Cathren smiled. She knew good and well he would'nt. "Sirius, tell our friend here who Voldemort would most likely go after first if he was in the woods."
"Oh, well, the person he does'nt really need or would'nt be interested in talking to. That would be Draco." He said and then smiled when he saw Draco's fearful look.
*
Harry looked around. The cold night air was freezing his nose and ears off. He began to notice a deference in their surroundings. Half broke pillars began to pop up every now and then. He began to see statues of people. All were the same. They all had their arms spread and head up. It was like they were giving themselves to something. There was one on their knees and hands towards the heavens with their head down. As they walked further into the frost they came to a clearing. Harry, Lupin and Hagrid stopped dead in their tracks.
There was a worn temple like building. The roof was gone but the pillars remained. They walked up the steps to the inside, slowly looking around. On the inside there was an alter, behind the alter was a half broken wall. The wall had writing all on the back. In some language Harry had never seen. The room was a circle, it looked almost like Stonehenge except for the wall in the back. In front of every pillar was a statue. All were different. Some stood straight some were like the ones in the forest. But they were all alike in one way: They were all women.
* * *
Hermione and Cathren rounded a corner to the quite spot in the library that no one visited. Although it was'nt like any one would pay attention to them. They hoped.
"What was that all about?" Hermione asked and turned to her quickly. "It is only a book Cathren."
"Only a book?" Cathren asked and walked to the book shelf. She then looked at Hermione. "Hermione, you are my friend, your also the smartest person I know and I thank you for keeping my secret when you figured it out. But, what would happen if the book got lost or fell into some ones hands. Some one like Malfoy. I know we all think him arrogant and stupid but he is top in the Slytherin class."
"Cathren the book is not even safe with Lupin. If some one was working for Voldemort they would already have it by now." Hermione said and drug her hand across the books, then pulled one out.
"He already has a copy of it, why risk some one and get the original?" Cathren said and walked to the window. She looked out at the still lake. The sun reflected off it as it set.
"I still do not see why we do not tell Harry. I mean, its Harry. He's dealt with Voldemort and things like this before." Hermione said skimming through the pages of the book.
"Harry will end up being brought into this no matter how much I would like to spare him this adventure. He has been through to much at the hands of Voldemort already." Cathren said and put a hand on the window seal.
"And you have'nt?" Hermione asked and put the book down.
"I have spent the past two years protecting Harry and people like you, trying to keep Muggles alive was a bonus. That is what has kept me from telling him. It is also what got me caught and how Voldemort found out about the book. I did'nt want you or Ron or Harry to find out about this. Uncle Albus had already told me about your adventures. I wanted to try and keep the three of you safe from this one. Harry has to go on, Hermione, he is the one who has the power to kill Voldemort. Dumbledore does have the power, but he does'nt have the heart. He does'nt use the vengeance, Harry has and will use it. Only I can help him on that day, because I know the book. Because I am the Keeper. You will help him before that, but that day I will be needed. My uncle knows what I am, what burden I carry. For my protection he is trying to keep it a secret."
"Then why did Sirius a sign that report?." Hermione asked.
"Because he does not know about the meaning , he does not know about me. He only helped my uncle. He does not know. Uncle Albus gave him the book to use for school. He knew it would be safe with Sirius or Lupin. He had no idea he would a sign a report." Cathren said in a controlled manner.
"We better get to the hall. Harry and Ron will get to wondering." Hermione said putting the book back on the shelf. "Should we get the book any way and put in some where safe?"
"Its safe for now." Cathren said as they walked out of the cubical at the end of the library. "If any thing should happen and I am in the hospital, if anything having the indication of You Know Who." She did'nt want to say his name as she passed the first years. They knew about Voldemort, knew he was alive and well. She did'nt want to worry them. "You, Ron and Harry bring the book. If something happens I must explain to you, Ron and Harry everything, even what I have not told you. For if something were to happen to me, you or Ron would be the one to help Harry rid the world of Vol-- of You Know Who."
Shocked by what she said, Hermione only nodded. How could she help take down the most powerful dark wizard ever?
"But, that does not mean we should'nt have fun." Cathren said feeling the need to lighten up the mood. "I heard there was this really cool new tavern in Hogsmead we could go and check it out. If you three wanted to."
"That would be fun." Hermione said and smiled in spite of the mood she was in. "Is that why you and Sirius get along so well, because he is an Auror and your half, in training?"
"Possibly or because we both have the same hatred for my teacher." Cathren said and smiled a sly smile.
Cathren's Firebolt came the next morning at breakfast. Harry was glad because the Quiditch match was after lunch. She had been practicing with one of the schools old brooms. He was sure though she had'nt lost her touch.
*
After winning the Quiditch match Gryffindor and Hufflepuff shook hands and headed out of the stadium. The Slytherin team looked at them with dark glares and began to walk towards them. Harry looked up and shook his head. Malfoy come to pick fights again. "We got company." He said and all seven members of his team and Hermione stopped and looked up at the glaring Slytherins.
Malfoy stopped and sneered. He looked from Harry to Ron, then Cathren and Hermione. Those were the only people he generally messed with after Quiditch practice or games or during potions. Last time his approach had been directed at Ron and Hermione. "Hello four eyes." Draco said and smiled. Harry did'nt know why he still called him that, he had contacts. He then looked at Cathren. "New broom, you were'nt scared that some one had messed with it? Some one in your position should be scared."
"And just what is that supposed to mean Malfoy?" Hermione asked and folded her arms. She did'nt know where he was going with this.
"Was I even talking to you mudblood? Geese you people take up for one another to much." He said and glanced back at Harry. "I only meant since she is kin to that oft Dumbledore. You better watch your girl friend Potter. Voldemort has it in for you and Dumbledore. But, if he can't get him, he'll probably go for the next best thing."
"Was that another scare tactic?" Cathren asked and smiled. "Next time you want to pick a topic to start a fight, pick something they don't already know. Oh, by the way, Dumbledore is not an oft, but I don't know if I can say the same about your father."
Harry, barely was able to hold it in. Pure genius. She was brilliant. He looked to his right and saw that Ron and Hermione were having trouble holding it in themselves.
"How dare you!" Malfoy exploded and watched as she and the seven other people walked passed him. "You'll get it, you know. Your going to die screaming just like your halfblood mother."
Cathren stopped in her tracks. Ron and Harry and stepped forward. Malfoy was'nt going to get away with that remark. Cathren felt her temperature rise and her anger build. She turned and decked him. About that time Sirius and Lupin had heared the conversation and were walking over. They started to jog when Malfoy hit the ground. Harry, Ron and Hermione stood beside Cathren as he began to get up. People began to gather around watching. Malfoy stood up and gritted his teeth. "Say one more thing, one more damn thing about my parents and you want live to see tomorrow. That is not a threat that is a promise Draco Malfoy."
Draco was'nt in the mood to talk, he reached for his wand and aimed it at her her. Harry saw this and pulled her to the side to miss the curse. He then stepped in front of her when he re-aimed. Draco went to curse Harry. Sirius and Lupin stepped in. Lupin grabbed Draco and Sirius took Harry. Just their luck Professor Snape happened by.
"What is going on here?" Snape asked and looked at them. "Detention for all five of you." He said and glared at them.
"Severus, Mr. Weasley and Miss Granger did'nt do anything. They should'nt get detention for nothing." Lupin said and let go of Draco.
"Fine the three of you have detention. I'll see to it that Professor Dumbledore hears of this and Professor McGonagall will give the punishment." He then turned, holding his arm and walked away.
Lupin turned to Draco. "You and your friends go on back to the Common Room." He said and watched as they were half way there before turning back.
"I can't believe you hit him. Hermione's slapped him, but even she knew better to hit him. He would have killed you." Ron said and shook his head. "Although I loved it, brilliant!" He smiled and patted her back.
"Thanks Ron, but I was'nt going for that. I just lost control of my temper." She said and shrugged. They were all gathered in a circle now. "Thanks Harry." She said and smiled.
"Think nothing of it." Harry said and smiled back.
"Well, we have detention. Great. Next time I let my temper take over, one of you hit me instead." She said and shook her head.
"You had every right to hit Malfoy. I've been wanting to do it all year." Professor Lupin said and smiled. "Although I hate to admit it there was some truth to what he said, the broom could have been tampered with."
"I have a feeling that if Voldemort wanted to kill me he would send some one or do it himself. Falling off the broom would be to easy." She said and looked at Harry for a moment then back at Lupin.
"Your telling me Voldemort wants to kill you to get to Professor Dumbledore?" Harry said and shook his head. He could believe it though, Voldemort would try that. Anything to bring some one pain.
"Not a matter of wants, Harry, a matter of when." She said and looked at the lake. Inside she knew he would.
"Now, see here, your under watchful eyes here. Besides I think you can take care of yourself." Sirius said and smiled. "Even if you are half Auror."
"Half Auror!" Harry and Ron said at the same time. They looked at her stunned.
"Oh, now you did it." Cathren said and looked at the two excited friends. "Thank you Sirius Slip Allot."
"I'm sorry I thought they already knew. I mean it should'nt be that hard to figure out. You have the look of an Auror." Sirius said and smiled. She did after all. The way she held herself.
"Maybe it was the innocent American girl that was holding those thoughts in check." Lupin said and smiled a sly smile.
"We better go see what our punishment is." Harry said and looked at Cathren. She nodded and sighed.
"Sorry about that Harry." She said quietly.
"Oh, it was bound to happen some time this year." He said and smiled. "Lets go." They left the group and headed for the castle. "See you at dinner."
"Ok." Hermione said and smiled a smile that he could not read.
After a while Harry had to ask. "You are really an Auror?" He asked and smiled. "That is what I was thinking of doing. I thought you had to graduate to do it though."
"Not in America. If you pass your tests you can go on. I passed mine my sixth year." She said and smiled. "Unfortunately being an Auror is what got me in the situation I am in now. So Sirius is my teacher now. That is why he went to Care of Magical Creatures. In that class he has more time. So he can finish my training."
"Thats cool." Harry said and they walked up the steps to the castle. "It must be fun."
"Oh, it is some times. But, its hard." She said and smiled. "You could do it though." She looked at him in a different way. But, when she noticed he realized she turned her head back to look forward.
Harry knocked on the door to McGonagall's class room. She told them to come in and they walked in and up to her desk. "Professor Snape tells me that there was a fight between, you, Miss West and Mr. Malfoy? I have already given Mr. Malfoy his punishment. It is the same as your's. You are to spend dentention with Hagrid, Professor Sirius, and Professor Lupin. They will explain what it is that you will be doing."
"Yes ma'am." Cathren and Harry said and nodded.
"Well, be gone." She said and returned to her work.
*
Night came soon. The cold air blew in. Christmas was only a week away. The winter night air was enough to freeze fire. It was cold, dark and damp. Perfect for dentition. Lupin led Harry, Cathren and Draco to Hagrids hut. He and Sirius were waiting out side with two lanterns. Hagrid had his bow ready.
"What are we doing?" Draco asked and looked at Lupin. "We're not going into the Dark Forest again are we?"
Harry hoped not. Every time he entered the Dark Forest something happened. The first time he came face to face with Voldemort, well sort of. The second he was chased by giant spiders.
"Afraid so Mr. Malfoy." Lupin said and nodded. "We are looking for specimens for Care of Magical Creatures and Defense Against the Dark Arts."
"So that means their dangerous?" Cathren asked and pulled her cloak tight around her.
"Only during the day." He replied and smiled. "They're called Sun Sprites. Don't be fooled by the name you three."
As they made it towards Hagrids house, they began to walk towards them. When they finally made it to each other Hagrid looked at Harry and Cathren. He smiled an amused smile. "Remus you and Harry come with me. Professor Snape insisted that Harry should not go with Sirius because he might have fun. Malfoy and Cathren go with Sirius."
Harry did'nt know if it was a good idea for Malfoy and Cathren to work together. Although it was'nt a good idea for him and Malfoy either.
Sirius nodded. "Wands ready?" He asked them and all three pulled out their wands. "Now I don't want either of you to use your wands on each other." He said and seemed to be looking at Malfoy with suspicion. He knew he was the most likely to try that.
"Ok, then." Hagrid said and sighed. "Sirius, you and your team take the part of the forest by the lake. We will go towards the center. Meet back here at eleven. We should'nt be out now days at midnight."
"Alright, Cathren, Draco, come with me." Sirius said and they walked towards the woods.
It got extremely dark as they entered the woods. Even the lantern did'nt put of much light. "Lumos." Cathren said and Draco did the same. Sirius looked at them and nodded. Cathren and Draco moved and walked a head. Every now and then they would hear sounds. Cathren passed Draco after a while. He kept stopping every time a sound happened. Even when he was the one making it.
Cathren pulled her cloak around her tightly to keep out the night air. Her breath fogged in front of her. Draco moved close behind her and whispered. "Better watch out West, would'nt want your pretty self hurt. Voldemort's been in these woods before, he'll get you first."
Cathren smiled. She knew good and well he would'nt. "Sirius, tell our friend here who Voldemort would most likely go after first if he was in the woods."
"Oh, well, the person he does'nt really need or would'nt be interested in talking to. That would be Draco." He said and then smiled when he saw Draco's fearful look.
*
Harry looked around. The cold night air was freezing his nose and ears off. He began to notice a deference in their surroundings. Half broke pillars began to pop up every now and then. He began to see statues of people. All were the same. They all had their arms spread and head up. It was like they were giving themselves to something. There was one on their knees and hands towards the heavens with their head down. As they walked further into the frost they came to a clearing. Harry, Lupin and Hagrid stopped dead in their tracks.
There was a worn temple like building. The roof was gone but the pillars remained. They walked up the steps to the inside, slowly looking around. On the inside there was an alter, behind the alter was a half broken wall. The wall had writing all on the back. In some language Harry had never seen. The room was a circle, it looked almost like Stonehenge except for the wall in the back. In front of every pillar was a statue. All were different. Some stood straight some were like the ones in the forest. But they were all alike in one way: They were all women.
* * *