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Chapter 22 - Lord Voldemorts revenge
It had been 2 weeks since Harry's "punishment," as he called it, had begun. He hardly saw anyone any more. He was sat in his own little dormitory, listening to students laughing and running around outside. As Dumbledore had said, he slept on his own, had his meals by him self or with Dumbledore or Snape and had all lessons by himself or was set special assignments. He had never been so alone in his life. He wasn't allowed to see Hermione, for her own safety, or any of his fellow students. He was sure they had all been told in meetings that it was no longer safe for them to be around Harry Potter, which made him feel more like a freak than ever. If, by accident, he happened to pass any student, they instantly went silent and hurried past without looking at him, as they obviously had been told too.
Harry had found himself surprisingly busy, considering he was being cooped up in the Castle all the time. Snape, Lupin, McGonagall and Flitwick all came to see him for studying and gave him lots of work to do, especially Snape. Harry was always pleased to see Lupin as he passed messages between Harry and Hermione, with Dumbledores blessing. This made it worse for Harry though as he missed Hermione more than he ever thought he would. He also thought of Ron and what he had said to him the last time had had seen him. He did feel a pang of guilt but, considering what an idiot Ron had been, not that much. He hoped Ron had taken notice of what he had said though.
Harry stretched and got to his feet. He knew what was happening today. Everyone in his year would be going to Hogsmead. Well, everyone except him! He wondered whom Hermione would go with? Maybe her and Ron and made up. He was surprised to feel a bit jealous at this thought. He glanced at his watch and sighed. An hour before his potions "lecture", which is exactly what Snape made it. Great! He had only had his breakfast 30 minutes ago but already he was hungry. He decided he'd practice some occumency whilst he waited for his latest lesson with Snape. He was sat down quietly on his bed with his eyes closed, concentrating, when suddenly he head a loud POP beside him.
"Hello!" called a high-pitched voice. Harry leapt in the air. "Dobby!" Harry was so pleased to see the little House Elf, he could have hugged him. "What are you doing here?" Dobby walked over to him. "Oh Sir! Dobby is very pleased to see you. Dobby has brought you extra food from the kitchen Sir!" Harry smiled as Dobby dumped an assortment of cakes, sweets, sausage rolls and sandwiches on the floor. "Dobby prepared these himself Harry Potter!" Dobby was almost jumping up and down in delight. Harry realised how much he had missed him. Harry picked up the food and then plopped down on his bed. "Thanks Dobby. Where have you been? I haven't seen you all term." Dobby then looked down at the ground. "Dobby is sorry Sir. Dobby had to be sent away, for his own safety Sir." Harry glanced at Dobby. "What do you mean, own safety? Are you in trouble?" Dobby let out a cry of joy. Harry frowned. "Oh, wonderful, wonderful Harry Potter! He cares about Dobby! A lowly, disobedient House Elf. How can Dobby ever truly thank Harry Potter for everything he - "
"Dobby!" snapped Harry, shaking his head. Dobby gave him a little smile. "Tell me why you were sent away?" Dobby gave a little shudder and started pacing across the room. "My Master, old Master, died. I was claimed Harry Potter, by his Heir." Harry shook his head at this. "No, no Dobby, I freed you from the Malfoys. Professor Dumbledore is your Master now." Dobby ran to Harry and grabbed his arm. "Yes Harry Potter, yes! But the times are changed now. Great evil is here Harry Potter." Dobby reached out and gently touched Harrys arm. "The Greatest evil Harry Potter and it is changing the rules. Masters son wants me back. To punish me for helping his enemy. Spells were cast by Great Wizards, bad wizards. I was being forced away from here, back to those who are bad. Master Dumbledore saved me and sent me to where I would be safe." Harry reached out and touched Dobby's head with affection. "Now you're back. Is it safe for you here?" Dobby shut his eyes tight. "They found me Harry Potter, she found me. Dobby used what is left of his power to get back here, now Master Dumbledore protects him." Harry smiled to himself at this. "He's good at protecting people Dobby, you'll be just fine." He tapped the top of Dobby's head and slowly got to his feet. "You better go Dobby, I'm supposed to be practising here!" Dobby bowed and moved backwards. "Of course Harry Potter. Dobby will leave you now. Dobby missed you Sir." Harry grinned at Dobby. "I missed you too." Dobby went to click his fingers when suddenly Harry grabbed for him. "Dobby wait!" Dobby stopped. "Yes Sir?" Harry knelt down beside him. "Is there something you would do for me please?" Dobby drew himself up proudly. "Anything Harry Potter." Harry smiled.
"Dobby, I owe you one!" Harry was rushing through the corridor, his invisible cloak doing its job. He knew he should feel guilty but he just couldn't. Why shouldn't he get to go to Hogsmead, just this once? He wouldn't talk to anyone, not even Hermione. He'd just go for a walk, spread his legs and get some fresh air and get back before anyone even knew he was gone. He walked through the entrance door and heading down the road to Hogsmead. He walked through the town, stopping every now and again to do some window-shopping. He paused by the Three Broomsticks pub and that's when he saw Malfoy and Selina. They were whispering to each other in an alley. He moved towards them and stood as close as he dared, listening hard to catch every word.
"Listen Draco, the plan has changed, it's had too. He's watched to closely now. You know we have to take him to the Dark Lady. She must have his blood and you know the part Harry Potter gets to play in that." Selina smiled.
Malfoy nodded. "I just think this is all going a bit mad, you know? Screwing with Potters mind, hurting him and his friends, turning them against each other - that's all fun, that's what I'm good at but this?" Selina frowned but moved closer to Malfoy and kissed his cheek. "I know Draco, I know this is getting harder but we have to do this. You have to do this for your Father. Finish what he started." Malfoy closed his eyes and turned away. Selina went after him and Harry followed. "My love, please. It won't be long now. The Dark Lord is getting nearer to his goal, as is the Dark Lady. She will bleed him, whether you think it is wrong or right Draco." Malfoy looked down at this. Selina cupped his face in her hands. "But after that," she continued, "everyone who played their part, all of us will get our rewards. Think of the power Draco. Think of the pride your Father would have had in you." Her face became cruel as she hissed, "think of the look on Potters face. The last thing he will see is you being turned into a God." Malfoy's sneer returned to his face and he moved forward, pulled Selina to him and kissed her. Their kiss became more passionate and Harry turned and walked quickly away from them.
Harry walked over to the pub and leant against the wall, breathing quickly. What should he do? He knew he had to tell Dumbledore about what Selina and Malfoy had talked about but he also knew he would be giving himself away. Dumbledore would not be impressed and Harry would probably get Dobby in trouble too. Harry kicked the wall in frustration. He was such a coward. He knew it was wrong to sneak out but he had done it anyway and now look where it had got him? He made up his mind. He would go back to school, tell Dumbledore everything and pay the penalty. He just prayed this wouldn't mean that he would be thrown out of school.
He made sure he was totally covered by the cloak and started the long walk back to school. He glanced up and noticed that Malfoy and Selina had moved on. He winced as searing pain flashed across his forehead. He was just leaving the area when he heard a small scream from an alley near by. He looked around but no one else had seemed to hear it. Then he heard something else and he was sure it was someone crying for help. He broke into a run as he dashed towards the direction of the noise. He raced into the little alley and gasped in horror. Professor Trelawny was lying on the ground in front of him.
He flew to her and knelt down. "Professor?" he asked, nudging her. "Professor Trelawny?" He felt for her pulse, but nothing. The awful truth sunk in. Just like Luna, Sybil Trelawny was dead. Harry covered his face with his hands and started to cry. Why, why would anyone want to hurt the Divination teacher? He got slowly to his feet. He didn't want to leave her but he had to get help. "I'll be back Professor." Harry wiped a tear from his eye, turned around and stared in horror. "Well," a high-pitched, hated voice sneered. "That was truly very moving, Harry Potter." Harry glared back, hand on his wand. "Voldemort," he growled.
Voldemort stepped closer to Harry. He had two Death Eaters with him and waved for them to come nearer, Harry turned quickly and 2 Ravenscars barred his way. Harry was completely surrounded. Harry shut his eyes, the pain from his scar was getting worse. "My young friend, it's good to see you again, though very unexpected." Harry kept his hand covering his wand, ready to strike. "Why did you kill Professor Trelawny?" Harry spoke coldly, keeping emotion from his voice. He didn't want to show Voldemort any weakness and he certainly didn't want any visits from Rosenna. Voldemort smiled at Harry. "She had served her purpose Harry, I disposed of her, that's all." Harry looked at Voldemort in disgust. "Purpose? She was a Human Being!" Voldemort and the Death Eaters laughed. "My Dear boy, you truly are very honourable aren't you?" Voldemort chuckled then waved his hand and muttered under his breath. Pain once again exploded in Harry's head and he fell to the ground with a scream. He writhed on the floor. Voldemort was smiling, the Death Eaters laughing. "You see Potter? Together, Rosenna and I are unstoppable and you are ours!" Harry tried to close his mind and slowly, the pain got weaker. He held his wand out as steady as he could and whispered, "stupefy". The spell flashed towards Voldemort and although he blocked it in time, his mind link to Rosenna was lost and Harry was released.
Harry slowly got back to his feet, his eyes on Voldemort and his face calm. "I'm impressed Potter, truly." Voldemort looked him up and down. He then got his wand out and trained it on Harry. "Perhaps it is necessary to stun you for the journey," he added, thoughtfully. Harry held his own wand tight in his hand. "Why did you kill Professor Trelawny?" Harry repeated. Voldemort smiled again and it was a smile of true evil. "She had told me all she had to tell." Harry froze at these words. Voldemort laughed softly. "Her mind was rather easy to enter. There's always ways to force seers to give up their biggest secrets Harry and your teacher knew a huge one. As you already know, I believe?" Harry swallowed hard but said nothing. He knew what Voldemort was saying. Harry stepped towards the Dark Lord, ignoring the pain in his scar. "Go on then, what are you waiting for? Kill me." Voldemort watched Harry closely at this. He then grinned. "In time Harry. Once you are no longer any use to my lady." He then turned to the nearest Death Eater. "Peachy, my sweet. Make sure all is prepared." The Death Eater turned and walked to the end of the alley. Everything is as it should be My Lord, all is ready." Voldemort nodded once to the Death Eater then turned back to Harry. "Very well Potter, time to go." Harry went to grab his wand but before either he or Voldemort moved, a figure flew in front of Harry, forcing him back. She screamed at Voldemort. "Keep away from him, you abomination of a man!" The Dark wizard smiled another evil smile. "Professor McGonagall, how charming to see you again."
McGonagall backed Harry towards the wall, shielding him. She glanced at Trelawny once, swallowed and turned back to Voldemort. "You are not taking this boy," McGonagall said, firmly. Voldemort looked surprised and stepped towards the Professor. "Is that right? If my eyes do not deceive me, your friend Dumbledore is not here with you. You are completely alone and outnumbered McGonagall. You are not powerful enough to stop me." McGonagall lips tightened but she didn't move. "You have murdered a Professor of Hogwarts. I won't let you take Harry too, Voldemort." Voldemort shrugged. "Do you wish to duel with me Madam? You will fail." McGonagall went pale but she shook her head. "I will duel with you if I must and I intend to protect this boy until I die." Her voice went softer, "as I promised his Mother." Harry stared at her. Voldemort wiped a fake tear from his eye. "As you wish." Voldemort stepped back. "This alleyway will do fine. One spell Professor, the quicker of us, will be successful and they will be the winner. Let us begin." Voldemort walked to the end of the alley and turned, waiting. McGonagall turned to Harry. "Professor," he whispered urgently. "Don't do this!" McGonagall put a hand on Harry's shoulder. "First chance you get Harry, run." She then began her walk to the other end of the alley, away from Voldemort. "NO!" Harry shouted. The Death Eater known as Peachy moved towards Harry and slapped him hard across the face. "Be silent!" she hissed. "Wormtail," yelled Voldemort. Wormtail scrambled to turn to his Master. McGonagall was looking at him with loathing and Harry felt his hand creep closer to his wand. "Master?" "Count us in, Wormtail." Voldemort almost sounded bored. McGonagall's wand hand was shaking slightly but her face was determined.
Wormtail raised his hand. "One," "Two," - Voldemort stepped away from the duel. McGonagall stared in shock but didn't take her wand off him. That's when Harry saw them. He grabbed for his wand and yelled "Professor!" but it was too late. Luna's sobbing and begging for his help came into his head. He felt cold all over and knew what was happening. 2 Dementors had arrived in the alley and had swept down on McGonagall. Harry tried to rush towards her but Peachy held him tightly and laughed in his ear. They held the Professor down as she struggled and cried in pain and fear. They seemed to be waiting for instructions. Voldemort walked over to McGonagall and smiled down at her. "This will be my gift to Dumbledore," he said softly and then, in barely a whisper, added, "take her." The creature removed its hood and clamped its mouth over McGonagalls. Harry shut his eyes and turned away, refusing to watch any further. A terrifying scream filled the air. The Dementors had done their work and were satisfied. Peachy's cruel, delighted laugh shocked Harry and he opened his eyes and gasped. Tears filled his eyes. Professor McGonagall was lying down, not moving. Her eyes were open and staring but there was no light behind them. All that was left of McGonagall was a husk. Her soul had been taken.
Harry sat on the ground, staring wide-eyed at McGonagall. He had never seen anyone without a soul before. It was like the Professor was dead but her body was unharmed and she was still breathing. She had lost herself and there was nothing left. Voldemort stepped towards him. "Come Harry." Harry glanced up a Voldemort. Then charged at him. Wormtail and Peachy rushed to Harry and grabbed him, holding him back from their Master. Voldemort was laughing in Harry's face.
Harry struggled against his captors grip. "You coward. You were too scared to fight her yourself. You got those freaks to do it for you." Voldemort smirked. "I didn't have time to play little games Potter. Besides, my friends were hungry." Harry continued to pull at the Death Eaters, trying to get free. "I'LL KILL YOU, YOU BASTARD!" he screamed at the top of his voice. Voldemort chuckled, moved closer to Harry and touched his cheek with his finger. Harry shut his eyes from the pain and whimpered. Voldemort grinned. "Open your eyes Potter." Harry did so and squinted at his enemy in hatred. "You realise what happened to Professor McGonagall was your fault don't you? She was trying to protect you. Personally, I prefer her that way, far quieter. I suppose I could kill her and save her from her current state." Voldemort seemed to be thinking this over. He walked over to McGonagall and Harry sighed as he was released from the pain. Voldemort smiled at the poor Professor as she stared blankly up at him. "No, I think I'll keep her as she is. You never know Harry, maybe Dumbledore will enjoy playing nursemaid!" Voldemort laughed his high, cold laugh. "Now Peachy, Wormtail. We must leave. Bring him." Harry, fighting hard all the way, was dragged along by the Death Eaters but their grip was too strong. Harry watched as Voldemort leant over the Professor. "Farewell Minerva," the Dark Lord muttered and then spat at McGonagall's face. That was too much for Harry. He felt pure rage flooding through him and he couldn't control it. He roared in despair and hatred. Peachy and Wormtail both let out cries of pain and anger as they were both thrown through the air and landed with a crash in some waste bins. Voldemort stared at his servants, then back at Harry in shock. Peachy got unsteadily to her feet. "We couldn't hold him my Lord, the power that went through him - ". Wormtail hadn't resurfaced yet. Voldemort glared at Harry, who was stood simply staring. He had no idea what had just happened. Voldemort took one step towards Harry but was keeping his distance. "I think it would be a good idea to stun you now Potter," he snarled and raised his wand .
"VOLDEMORT!" A voice bellowed and The Dark Lord was knocked back away from Harry and just managed to keep standing. Dumbledore was stood at the end of the alley, flanked by Lupin, Moody and Tonks. Hermione and Neville stood behind them, watching fearfully. All of them had their wands raised. Peachy moved forward to stand beside her Master, her wand out. Voldemort's eyes flashed at Dumbledore but he didn't take his wand off Harry. "Stand away from Harry, Tom." Dumbledore stepped closer. Voldemort chuckled. "I don't think so Albus." Dumbledores eyes scanned the area. His eyes fell on Trelawny's body and then McGonagall. Dumbledore's eyes widened. "Minerva," he stammered. Voldemort laughed. "Destroy them!" he shouted. At that moment, Lupin spun around, wand ready. "Expecto Patronum!" he shouted and a silver wolf shot out of his wand, howled and flew at the oncoming Dementors. The Dementors all covered their faces and a screeching filled the air. The creatures all disappeared, one at a time. Lupin turned back, wand pointed once again at the Death Eater and her Lord. Voldemort roared in anger and screamed "In the name of Rosenna Ravenclaw - attack!" The skeletal beasts glided forward. Moody leapt forward and shouted "In the name of Rowena Ravenclaw, I banish you." The Ravenscars vanished immediately. Voldemort cursed loudly, raised his wand and prepared to hex Harry. Dumbledore flicked his wand and Harry was thrown magically to the side. Tonks rushed forward, grabbed Harry and dragged him to safety. Peachy turned to her Lord. "Master, we are outnumbered." Voldemort's face was now flushed with fury. He stared with hatred at Dumbledore. "Your friend lying there Dumbledore, she's just the first. I will not rest until I have turned all your Professors and lame order into soulless zombies. Come Peachy. See you soon Potter. I promise you your luck will run out soon." Hermione and Neville sauntered towards Harry. Neville turned to look at the Beast who he blamed for what happened to his parents and stared open mouthed at the woman at his side. "Auntie Peachy?" He exclaimed. Peachy turned to look at him. Her eyes widened and she smiled. At that moment, Voldemort grabbed the woman, went over to the waste area and grabbed Wormtails foot, flicked his wand and all three of them disappeared.
Dumbledore instantly rushed to McGonagall's side. He touched her forehead softly. "Minerva, my dear friend - ". He covered his face with his hands. "Dumbledore," Moody had walked up to him and put a hand on his shoulder. "We should leave, we must get Potter away from here." Dumbledore got to his feet and turned to Harry. Harry literally shook when he saw Dumbledore's face. "You were told not to leave Hogwarts Harry. You promised." The Headmaster spoke softly, his eyes on Harry's. Harry looked down. "I asked you," Dumbledore snapped and Harry looked up again, "a question." Harry swallowed. "I'm sorry Sir, I thought -". Dumbledore grabbed his hair. "No Harry, you didn't think and now look what has happened. I have lost two Professors today, one was my best friend. You will return to Hogwarts immediately and you will stay in your room until I summon you. I have never been so disappointed in anyone. Go back to Hogwarts with Professor Lupin. I want you out of my sight, now." Dumbledore turned away from him and stepped towards Moody. Harry stared at Dumbledore in despair. He then stepped towards the man he respected more than any other. "I saw what they did, the Dementors. I tried to stop them but Death Eaters had hold of me. She did it for me. You don't think I know it is my fault? You can't make me feel any worse then I do already Dumbledore. I suppose nothing you've ever done has got good people hurt? You know, like my GODFATHER for example?" Harry spun away from him, to face Hermione. She wiped a tear from his eye and hugged him. "Harry," Dumbledore said, "I'm sorry." Harry turned back to his Head master and nodded. "Is there nothing we can do?" Dumbledore shook his head, and then turned away again. Harry turned back to Hermione and Neville. Neville had gone very pale. "Neville, who was that woman?" Hermione asked him. Neville looked at her. "My Aunt Peachy, my Mother's sister. A death eater murdered her 15 years ago. Or so we thought." Harry merely watched Neville, feeling incredibly sorry for his friend. Neville turned away from them and walked away. Harry, Hermione, Lupin and Tonks gave each other looks and then followed Neville back to Hogwarts.
Two people had watched the entire event unfold from the shadows and they continued to watch Moody and Dumbledore. Malfoy was more pale then ever as he watched Dumbledore magic up two stretchers for McGonagall and Trelawny. "That wasn't right Selina, what the Lord did to the Professor," he whispered. Selina grabbed her boyfriend and pulled him away from the alley. "It isn't up to us to question our Masters Draco, only to obey. I'm sorry the Dementors took the old bags soul too but it was necessary." Malfoy sneered at Selina. "Don't mock me Selina, you don't give a damn about McGonagall." Selina laughed. "Well, true. I think the bitch got exactly what she deserved. That's not the point though my Love. We have to keep this going. We are so close now. Soon, it will all be over and we will be honoured forever as true servants to Lord Voldemort and His Lady Rosenna. Isn't that something to be proud of?" Malfoy looked away for a moment and Selina watched him closely, concerned. He turned back to her, the familiar smirk back on his face. "You are right sweetheart. I'm sorry for being, well, a bit Gryffindor-ish there." Selina chuckled. "That's all right baby. We must get on, we have work to do." Malfoy took her hand. "Yes, lets go and pay Weasley another little visit." They both grinned cruelly, kissed and walked slowly away.
Well Peachy, what do you think of the character I've created? I'll reveal a lot more about her in future episodes.
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Chapter 22 - Lord Voldemorts revenge
It had been 2 weeks since Harry's "punishment," as he called it, had begun. He hardly saw anyone any more. He was sat in his own little dormitory, listening to students laughing and running around outside. As Dumbledore had said, he slept on his own, had his meals by him self or with Dumbledore or Snape and had all lessons by himself or was set special assignments. He had never been so alone in his life. He wasn't allowed to see Hermione, for her own safety, or any of his fellow students. He was sure they had all been told in meetings that it was no longer safe for them to be around Harry Potter, which made him feel more like a freak than ever. If, by accident, he happened to pass any student, they instantly went silent and hurried past without looking at him, as they obviously had been told too.
Harry had found himself surprisingly busy, considering he was being cooped up in the Castle all the time. Snape, Lupin, McGonagall and Flitwick all came to see him for studying and gave him lots of work to do, especially Snape. Harry was always pleased to see Lupin as he passed messages between Harry and Hermione, with Dumbledores blessing. This made it worse for Harry though as he missed Hermione more than he ever thought he would. He also thought of Ron and what he had said to him the last time had had seen him. He did feel a pang of guilt but, considering what an idiot Ron had been, not that much. He hoped Ron had taken notice of what he had said though.
Harry stretched and got to his feet. He knew what was happening today. Everyone in his year would be going to Hogsmead. Well, everyone except him! He wondered whom Hermione would go with? Maybe her and Ron and made up. He was surprised to feel a bit jealous at this thought. He glanced at his watch and sighed. An hour before his potions "lecture", which is exactly what Snape made it. Great! He had only had his breakfast 30 minutes ago but already he was hungry. He decided he'd practice some occumency whilst he waited for his latest lesson with Snape. He was sat down quietly on his bed with his eyes closed, concentrating, when suddenly he head a loud POP beside him.
"Hello!" called a high-pitched voice. Harry leapt in the air. "Dobby!" Harry was so pleased to see the little House Elf, he could have hugged him. "What are you doing here?" Dobby walked over to him. "Oh Sir! Dobby is very pleased to see you. Dobby has brought you extra food from the kitchen Sir!" Harry smiled as Dobby dumped an assortment of cakes, sweets, sausage rolls and sandwiches on the floor. "Dobby prepared these himself Harry Potter!" Dobby was almost jumping up and down in delight. Harry realised how much he had missed him. Harry picked up the food and then plopped down on his bed. "Thanks Dobby. Where have you been? I haven't seen you all term." Dobby then looked down at the ground. "Dobby is sorry Sir. Dobby had to be sent away, for his own safety Sir." Harry glanced at Dobby. "What do you mean, own safety? Are you in trouble?" Dobby let out a cry of joy. Harry frowned. "Oh, wonderful, wonderful Harry Potter! He cares about Dobby! A lowly, disobedient House Elf. How can Dobby ever truly thank Harry Potter for everything he - "
"Dobby!" snapped Harry, shaking his head. Dobby gave him a little smile. "Tell me why you were sent away?" Dobby gave a little shudder and started pacing across the room. "My Master, old Master, died. I was claimed Harry Potter, by his Heir." Harry shook his head at this. "No, no Dobby, I freed you from the Malfoys. Professor Dumbledore is your Master now." Dobby ran to Harry and grabbed his arm. "Yes Harry Potter, yes! But the times are changed now. Great evil is here Harry Potter." Dobby reached out and gently touched Harrys arm. "The Greatest evil Harry Potter and it is changing the rules. Masters son wants me back. To punish me for helping his enemy. Spells were cast by Great Wizards, bad wizards. I was being forced away from here, back to those who are bad. Master Dumbledore saved me and sent me to where I would be safe." Harry reached out and touched Dobby's head with affection. "Now you're back. Is it safe for you here?" Dobby shut his eyes tight. "They found me Harry Potter, she found me. Dobby used what is left of his power to get back here, now Master Dumbledore protects him." Harry smiled to himself at this. "He's good at protecting people Dobby, you'll be just fine." He tapped the top of Dobby's head and slowly got to his feet. "You better go Dobby, I'm supposed to be practising here!" Dobby bowed and moved backwards. "Of course Harry Potter. Dobby will leave you now. Dobby missed you Sir." Harry grinned at Dobby. "I missed you too." Dobby went to click his fingers when suddenly Harry grabbed for him. "Dobby wait!" Dobby stopped. "Yes Sir?" Harry knelt down beside him. "Is there something you would do for me please?" Dobby drew himself up proudly. "Anything Harry Potter." Harry smiled.
"Dobby, I owe you one!" Harry was rushing through the corridor, his invisible cloak doing its job. He knew he should feel guilty but he just couldn't. Why shouldn't he get to go to Hogsmead, just this once? He wouldn't talk to anyone, not even Hermione. He'd just go for a walk, spread his legs and get some fresh air and get back before anyone even knew he was gone. He walked through the entrance door and heading down the road to Hogsmead. He walked through the town, stopping every now and again to do some window-shopping. He paused by the Three Broomsticks pub and that's when he saw Malfoy and Selina. They were whispering to each other in an alley. He moved towards them and stood as close as he dared, listening hard to catch every word.
"Listen Draco, the plan has changed, it's had too. He's watched to closely now. You know we have to take him to the Dark Lady. She must have his blood and you know the part Harry Potter gets to play in that." Selina smiled.
Malfoy nodded. "I just think this is all going a bit mad, you know? Screwing with Potters mind, hurting him and his friends, turning them against each other - that's all fun, that's what I'm good at but this?" Selina frowned but moved closer to Malfoy and kissed his cheek. "I know Draco, I know this is getting harder but we have to do this. You have to do this for your Father. Finish what he started." Malfoy closed his eyes and turned away. Selina went after him and Harry followed. "My love, please. It won't be long now. The Dark Lord is getting nearer to his goal, as is the Dark Lady. She will bleed him, whether you think it is wrong or right Draco." Malfoy looked down at this. Selina cupped his face in her hands. "But after that," she continued, "everyone who played their part, all of us will get our rewards. Think of the power Draco. Think of the pride your Father would have had in you." Her face became cruel as she hissed, "think of the look on Potters face. The last thing he will see is you being turned into a God." Malfoy's sneer returned to his face and he moved forward, pulled Selina to him and kissed her. Their kiss became more passionate and Harry turned and walked quickly away from them.
Harry walked over to the pub and leant against the wall, breathing quickly. What should he do? He knew he had to tell Dumbledore about what Selina and Malfoy had talked about but he also knew he would be giving himself away. Dumbledore would not be impressed and Harry would probably get Dobby in trouble too. Harry kicked the wall in frustration. He was such a coward. He knew it was wrong to sneak out but he had done it anyway and now look where it had got him? He made up his mind. He would go back to school, tell Dumbledore everything and pay the penalty. He just prayed this wouldn't mean that he would be thrown out of school.
He made sure he was totally covered by the cloak and started the long walk back to school. He glanced up and noticed that Malfoy and Selina had moved on. He winced as searing pain flashed across his forehead. He was just leaving the area when he heard a small scream from an alley near by. He looked around but no one else had seemed to hear it. Then he heard something else and he was sure it was someone crying for help. He broke into a run as he dashed towards the direction of the noise. He raced into the little alley and gasped in horror. Professor Trelawny was lying on the ground in front of him.
He flew to her and knelt down. "Professor?" he asked, nudging her. "Professor Trelawny?" He felt for her pulse, but nothing. The awful truth sunk in. Just like Luna, Sybil Trelawny was dead. Harry covered his face with his hands and started to cry. Why, why would anyone want to hurt the Divination teacher? He got slowly to his feet. He didn't want to leave her but he had to get help. "I'll be back Professor." Harry wiped a tear from his eye, turned around and stared in horror. "Well," a high-pitched, hated voice sneered. "That was truly very moving, Harry Potter." Harry glared back, hand on his wand. "Voldemort," he growled.
Voldemort stepped closer to Harry. He had two Death Eaters with him and waved for them to come nearer, Harry turned quickly and 2 Ravenscars barred his way. Harry was completely surrounded. Harry shut his eyes, the pain from his scar was getting worse. "My young friend, it's good to see you again, though very unexpected." Harry kept his hand covering his wand, ready to strike. "Why did you kill Professor Trelawny?" Harry spoke coldly, keeping emotion from his voice. He didn't want to show Voldemort any weakness and he certainly didn't want any visits from Rosenna. Voldemort smiled at Harry. "She had served her purpose Harry, I disposed of her, that's all." Harry looked at Voldemort in disgust. "Purpose? She was a Human Being!" Voldemort and the Death Eaters laughed. "My Dear boy, you truly are very honourable aren't you?" Voldemort chuckled then waved his hand and muttered under his breath. Pain once again exploded in Harry's head and he fell to the ground with a scream. He writhed on the floor. Voldemort was smiling, the Death Eaters laughing. "You see Potter? Together, Rosenna and I are unstoppable and you are ours!" Harry tried to close his mind and slowly, the pain got weaker. He held his wand out as steady as he could and whispered, "stupefy". The spell flashed towards Voldemort and although he blocked it in time, his mind link to Rosenna was lost and Harry was released.
Harry slowly got back to his feet, his eyes on Voldemort and his face calm. "I'm impressed Potter, truly." Voldemort looked him up and down. He then got his wand out and trained it on Harry. "Perhaps it is necessary to stun you for the journey," he added, thoughtfully. Harry held his own wand tight in his hand. "Why did you kill Professor Trelawny?" Harry repeated. Voldemort smiled again and it was a smile of true evil. "She had told me all she had to tell." Harry froze at these words. Voldemort laughed softly. "Her mind was rather easy to enter. There's always ways to force seers to give up their biggest secrets Harry and your teacher knew a huge one. As you already know, I believe?" Harry swallowed hard but said nothing. He knew what Voldemort was saying. Harry stepped towards the Dark Lord, ignoring the pain in his scar. "Go on then, what are you waiting for? Kill me." Voldemort watched Harry closely at this. He then grinned. "In time Harry. Once you are no longer any use to my lady." He then turned to the nearest Death Eater. "Peachy, my sweet. Make sure all is prepared." The Death Eater turned and walked to the end of the alley. Everything is as it should be My Lord, all is ready." Voldemort nodded once to the Death Eater then turned back to Harry. "Very well Potter, time to go." Harry went to grab his wand but before either he or Voldemort moved, a figure flew in front of Harry, forcing him back. She screamed at Voldemort. "Keep away from him, you abomination of a man!" The Dark wizard smiled another evil smile. "Professor McGonagall, how charming to see you again."
McGonagall backed Harry towards the wall, shielding him. She glanced at Trelawny once, swallowed and turned back to Voldemort. "You are not taking this boy," McGonagall said, firmly. Voldemort looked surprised and stepped towards the Professor. "Is that right? If my eyes do not deceive me, your friend Dumbledore is not here with you. You are completely alone and outnumbered McGonagall. You are not powerful enough to stop me." McGonagall lips tightened but she didn't move. "You have murdered a Professor of Hogwarts. I won't let you take Harry too, Voldemort." Voldemort shrugged. "Do you wish to duel with me Madam? You will fail." McGonagall went pale but she shook her head. "I will duel with you if I must and I intend to protect this boy until I die." Her voice went softer, "as I promised his Mother." Harry stared at her. Voldemort wiped a fake tear from his eye. "As you wish." Voldemort stepped back. "This alleyway will do fine. One spell Professor, the quicker of us, will be successful and they will be the winner. Let us begin." Voldemort walked to the end of the alley and turned, waiting. McGonagall turned to Harry. "Professor," he whispered urgently. "Don't do this!" McGonagall put a hand on Harry's shoulder. "First chance you get Harry, run." She then began her walk to the other end of the alley, away from Voldemort. "NO!" Harry shouted. The Death Eater known as Peachy moved towards Harry and slapped him hard across the face. "Be silent!" she hissed. "Wormtail," yelled Voldemort. Wormtail scrambled to turn to his Master. McGonagall was looking at him with loathing and Harry felt his hand creep closer to his wand. "Master?" "Count us in, Wormtail." Voldemort almost sounded bored. McGonagall's wand hand was shaking slightly but her face was determined.
Wormtail raised his hand. "One," "Two," - Voldemort stepped away from the duel. McGonagall stared in shock but didn't take her wand off him. That's when Harry saw them. He grabbed for his wand and yelled "Professor!" but it was too late. Luna's sobbing and begging for his help came into his head. He felt cold all over and knew what was happening. 2 Dementors had arrived in the alley and had swept down on McGonagall. Harry tried to rush towards her but Peachy held him tightly and laughed in his ear. They held the Professor down as she struggled and cried in pain and fear. They seemed to be waiting for instructions. Voldemort walked over to McGonagall and smiled down at her. "This will be my gift to Dumbledore," he said softly and then, in barely a whisper, added, "take her." The creature removed its hood and clamped its mouth over McGonagalls. Harry shut his eyes and turned away, refusing to watch any further. A terrifying scream filled the air. The Dementors had done their work and were satisfied. Peachy's cruel, delighted laugh shocked Harry and he opened his eyes and gasped. Tears filled his eyes. Professor McGonagall was lying down, not moving. Her eyes were open and staring but there was no light behind them. All that was left of McGonagall was a husk. Her soul had been taken.
Harry sat on the ground, staring wide-eyed at McGonagall. He had never seen anyone without a soul before. It was like the Professor was dead but her body was unharmed and she was still breathing. She had lost herself and there was nothing left. Voldemort stepped towards him. "Come Harry." Harry glanced up a Voldemort. Then charged at him. Wormtail and Peachy rushed to Harry and grabbed him, holding him back from their Master. Voldemort was laughing in Harry's face.
Harry struggled against his captors grip. "You coward. You were too scared to fight her yourself. You got those freaks to do it for you." Voldemort smirked. "I didn't have time to play little games Potter. Besides, my friends were hungry." Harry continued to pull at the Death Eaters, trying to get free. "I'LL KILL YOU, YOU BASTARD!" he screamed at the top of his voice. Voldemort chuckled, moved closer to Harry and touched his cheek with his finger. Harry shut his eyes from the pain and whimpered. Voldemort grinned. "Open your eyes Potter." Harry did so and squinted at his enemy in hatred. "You realise what happened to Professor McGonagall was your fault don't you? She was trying to protect you. Personally, I prefer her that way, far quieter. I suppose I could kill her and save her from her current state." Voldemort seemed to be thinking this over. He walked over to McGonagall and Harry sighed as he was released from the pain. Voldemort smiled at the poor Professor as she stared blankly up at him. "No, I think I'll keep her as she is. You never know Harry, maybe Dumbledore will enjoy playing nursemaid!" Voldemort laughed his high, cold laugh. "Now Peachy, Wormtail. We must leave. Bring him." Harry, fighting hard all the way, was dragged along by the Death Eaters but their grip was too strong. Harry watched as Voldemort leant over the Professor. "Farewell Minerva," the Dark Lord muttered and then spat at McGonagall's face. That was too much for Harry. He felt pure rage flooding through him and he couldn't control it. He roared in despair and hatred. Peachy and Wormtail both let out cries of pain and anger as they were both thrown through the air and landed with a crash in some waste bins. Voldemort stared at his servants, then back at Harry in shock. Peachy got unsteadily to her feet. "We couldn't hold him my Lord, the power that went through him - ". Wormtail hadn't resurfaced yet. Voldemort glared at Harry, who was stood simply staring. He had no idea what had just happened. Voldemort took one step towards Harry but was keeping his distance. "I think it would be a good idea to stun you now Potter," he snarled and raised his wand .
"VOLDEMORT!" A voice bellowed and The Dark Lord was knocked back away from Harry and just managed to keep standing. Dumbledore was stood at the end of the alley, flanked by Lupin, Moody and Tonks. Hermione and Neville stood behind them, watching fearfully. All of them had their wands raised. Peachy moved forward to stand beside her Master, her wand out. Voldemort's eyes flashed at Dumbledore but he didn't take his wand off Harry. "Stand away from Harry, Tom." Dumbledore stepped closer. Voldemort chuckled. "I don't think so Albus." Dumbledores eyes scanned the area. His eyes fell on Trelawny's body and then McGonagall. Dumbledore's eyes widened. "Minerva," he stammered. Voldemort laughed. "Destroy them!" he shouted. At that moment, Lupin spun around, wand ready. "Expecto Patronum!" he shouted and a silver wolf shot out of his wand, howled and flew at the oncoming Dementors. The Dementors all covered their faces and a screeching filled the air. The creatures all disappeared, one at a time. Lupin turned back, wand pointed once again at the Death Eater and her Lord. Voldemort roared in anger and screamed "In the name of Rosenna Ravenclaw - attack!" The skeletal beasts glided forward. Moody leapt forward and shouted "In the name of Rowena Ravenclaw, I banish you." The Ravenscars vanished immediately. Voldemort cursed loudly, raised his wand and prepared to hex Harry. Dumbledore flicked his wand and Harry was thrown magically to the side. Tonks rushed forward, grabbed Harry and dragged him to safety. Peachy turned to her Lord. "Master, we are outnumbered." Voldemort's face was now flushed with fury. He stared with hatred at Dumbledore. "Your friend lying there Dumbledore, she's just the first. I will not rest until I have turned all your Professors and lame order into soulless zombies. Come Peachy. See you soon Potter. I promise you your luck will run out soon." Hermione and Neville sauntered towards Harry. Neville turned to look at the Beast who he blamed for what happened to his parents and stared open mouthed at the woman at his side. "Auntie Peachy?" He exclaimed. Peachy turned to look at him. Her eyes widened and she smiled. At that moment, Voldemort grabbed the woman, went over to the waste area and grabbed Wormtails foot, flicked his wand and all three of them disappeared.
Dumbledore instantly rushed to McGonagall's side. He touched her forehead softly. "Minerva, my dear friend - ". He covered his face with his hands. "Dumbledore," Moody had walked up to him and put a hand on his shoulder. "We should leave, we must get Potter away from here." Dumbledore got to his feet and turned to Harry. Harry literally shook when he saw Dumbledore's face. "You were told not to leave Hogwarts Harry. You promised." The Headmaster spoke softly, his eyes on Harry's. Harry looked down. "I asked you," Dumbledore snapped and Harry looked up again, "a question." Harry swallowed. "I'm sorry Sir, I thought -". Dumbledore grabbed his hair. "No Harry, you didn't think and now look what has happened. I have lost two Professors today, one was my best friend. You will return to Hogwarts immediately and you will stay in your room until I summon you. I have never been so disappointed in anyone. Go back to Hogwarts with Professor Lupin. I want you out of my sight, now." Dumbledore turned away from him and stepped towards Moody. Harry stared at Dumbledore in despair. He then stepped towards the man he respected more than any other. "I saw what they did, the Dementors. I tried to stop them but Death Eaters had hold of me. She did it for me. You don't think I know it is my fault? You can't make me feel any worse then I do already Dumbledore. I suppose nothing you've ever done has got good people hurt? You know, like my GODFATHER for example?" Harry spun away from him, to face Hermione. She wiped a tear from his eye and hugged him. "Harry," Dumbledore said, "I'm sorry." Harry turned back to his Head master and nodded. "Is there nothing we can do?" Dumbledore shook his head, and then turned away again. Harry turned back to Hermione and Neville. Neville had gone very pale. "Neville, who was that woman?" Hermione asked him. Neville looked at her. "My Aunt Peachy, my Mother's sister. A death eater murdered her 15 years ago. Or so we thought." Harry merely watched Neville, feeling incredibly sorry for his friend. Neville turned away from them and walked away. Harry, Hermione, Lupin and Tonks gave each other looks and then followed Neville back to Hogwarts.
Two people had watched the entire event unfold from the shadows and they continued to watch Moody and Dumbledore. Malfoy was more pale then ever as he watched Dumbledore magic up two stretchers for McGonagall and Trelawny. "That wasn't right Selina, what the Lord did to the Professor," he whispered. Selina grabbed her boyfriend and pulled him away from the alley. "It isn't up to us to question our Masters Draco, only to obey. I'm sorry the Dementors took the old bags soul too but it was necessary." Malfoy sneered at Selina. "Don't mock me Selina, you don't give a damn about McGonagall." Selina laughed. "Well, true. I think the bitch got exactly what she deserved. That's not the point though my Love. We have to keep this going. We are so close now. Soon, it will all be over and we will be honoured forever as true servants to Lord Voldemort and His Lady Rosenna. Isn't that something to be proud of?" Malfoy looked away for a moment and Selina watched him closely, concerned. He turned back to her, the familiar smirk back on his face. "You are right sweetheart. I'm sorry for being, well, a bit Gryffindor-ish there." Selina chuckled. "That's all right baby. We must get on, we have work to do." Malfoy took her hand. "Yes, lets go and pay Weasley another little visit." They both grinned cruelly, kissed and walked slowly away.
Well Peachy, what do you think of the character I've created? I'll reveal a lot more about her in future episodes.
That chapter took me ages to type. Please make me feel better and leave me some nice reviews! Thanks people!
