Hey- two chapters for the price of one.. Thought you'd like it. Hope this
chapter lives up to your high expectations. It's a bit of a cliffy I'm
afraid, but youll be OK! Once again, nothing is mine- it all belongs to the
very talented JKR.
14) Old Feelings Never Change.
They walked back out to the lake and all sat in silence. Harry was careful- he didn't really know how he was going to say this.
'I'm going to tell you about the prophecy.' He blurted out- *great tactics Harry* he smiled despite himself. Nobody spoke- just waited for him to continue. 'The shortened version is that only I can kill Voldemort. The second part said that we can't both live- one of us must die.' He saw the shock reach everybody's face and sighed. He was ready for the outburst.
'That explains it.' Was all Hermione said. He looked up quickly and saw them all nod. 'We did wonder if it was something like that. That would explain why he was so desperate to kill you. And why you never seemed to die all the other times you should have. Best we work really hard this year then so that we're all ready for the war that will be in full swing.'
Harry didn't know what to say, so he just sat there- his mouth hanging open in surprise. He didn't realize just how stupid he must have looked.
'What do you mean?' He asked eventually. Ginny just chuckled at his gob smacked expression.
'We knew what was in it Harry- it wasn't hard to guess with the way you seem to attract trouble. Plus the fact that as Hermione pointed out- he is more than desperate to kill you than anybody else.' Harry didn't know what to say to this- so he decided to just smile and nod.
'So how do you reckon we should organize the DA?' Ron asked and Harry was glad of the change of subject.
'Well- I was thinking that we should ask as many people as possible- ask people if they know anybody who is loyal. But you know that they're going to want us to ask the Slytherins right? What do you think to that?' Harry asked slowly. He had expected an instant uproar and was surprised that they were all thinking carefully. As usual Hermione was the first to speak.
'I think that we should- but only people who can prove themselves loyal to the light. And for that reason I think that we should allow Dumbledore to choose which of those house enter. We know that he trusts us with everybody but we cant risk Voldemort learning what we know can we?' Harry smiled at the logical answer, and slowly the others nodded as well.
'As long as Malfoy doesn't bloody join.' Ron muttered. Harry and Neville burst out laughing.
'I totally agree- we have the final say over who we allow to join.' Luna said after she too had stopped laughing. They nodded and sat there with expectant expressions- this would be a good year.
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'Come on Harry- we promised we wouldn't be late.' Ron said hopping from foot to foot. Harry grinned and ran down the stairs to where the others were waiting. They walked together down to the great hall. They sat at the table and waited expectantly for the other students to arrive. He looked up to the teachers table and saw that his parents and Sirius weren't there.
'Remember? He said that he would introduce them so that people didn't freak out.' Ginny said following his gaze. He smiled as he remembered and turned to where the students had begun piling into the hall.
Harry hadn't realized how much he had missed them- especially all of the DA members coming up to him and insisting he restarted it after all of the fifth years had received O's in their owls. He told them he would talk to them all later and they sat down at there respective tables.
McGonagall entered at that moment and all talking stopped as she placed the hat on the stool.
A/N (I'm not writing a poem here- it wont be very good and that would only ruin it! If anybody knows one feel free to e- mail it to me and I'll dutifully add it in)
Harry smiled at the shocked faces all around the hall. Although he had to admit that he was shocked when the hat had spoken mostly about him and his loyal friends who would bring about the end of the war.
'Firstly before we begin- I would like to welcome back three very important people. They are Professor Potter and Potter and Professor Black.' As Albus said this the doors opened and in walked three people that never failed to make him feel more happy. The screams were expected. 'I expect you to treat them all with the respect that all professors deserve. I would also like to say that Professor Black was cleared of all charges earlier this summer. I also welcome back Professor Lupin- who miraculously thanks to the sacrifice made by a student is no longer a werewolf.' The gryffindors all roared when he had finished and Harry saw the other two houses looking extremely happy and cheering as well.
Harry didn't think he could wait anymore. Dobby should have done it by now. And judging by the way that the three were looking straight back at the 8 he suspected they were thinking exactly the same thing.
'What do you reckon?' Harry asked them quietly. They all shrugged there shoulders when suddenly the whole of the room fell silent. Harry didn't know whether to laugh or cry. And looking at his friends who were all laughing he joined them as well. They stood up and watched in amazement as his three 'dads' tried to stop the curse.
'Harry Potter- if you don't change this right now your banned from playing quidditch for a month and I'll give you detention.' His dad spluttered trying to hide his now overly large breasts.
'Dad- now really. That's no way to set an example. You should have known that Dobby wouldn't do anything to me. And this is pay back for Hermione.' He managed to reply in between laughing. Ron was rolling round on the floor.
'Harry- please I do not appreciate your father looking like a female Severus.' His mother said though he could tell that she was trying not to laugh. He looked at the others who nodded though looked sad at the thought that it hadn't lasted any longer. He muttered the counter curse and was just about to join the others who had resumed there seats when he noticed Malfoy staring coldly at him.
'What's the matter Malfoy? Sad that your dad isn't with you anymore?' He spat, feeling his anger begin to surface again but now he knew how to beat it.
'Oh don't worry Potter. When the Dark Lord comes for you my father will be by his side. And so will I- watching as you beg for your muggle friends and your life.' Harry couldn't believe he was saying it- in front of teachers as well. Nobody in the hall dared to move.
'Didn't you know Malfoy? Me and Tom go way back. Yeah- I actually write to him now and trust me you want to keep a check on your old dad now- you see I know that Voldemort is a little bit angry with him at the moment.' Harry found himself enjoying this. He saw Malfoy stand up and walk round in between the tables until he was facing Harry with his back to the teachers.
'Oh dear Potter- you'd have thought that you'd at least have your wand out to defend yourself. Crucio.' He yelled and Harry slowly raising his hand felt his power surge. Watched as Malfoy's jaw dropped as the light stopped in mid air and turned round to face him.
'You told me I should choose carefully who my friends are- well now I'm telling you. Nothing can stop me. and I will emerge from the war victorious. Now you must decide- you either join me and we fight side by side, or you choose to follow him- and your curse hits you before you can block it. Not to mention that you will not live to see the end of the war.' He spoke calmly and saw the sweat dripping down his enemies face.
'You think your so good Potter. Well I vow to fight for the dark. And mark my words- I'll kill every person in this hall that doesn't follow him. I will be his most loyal supporter ever. You will die- just as your parents did.' He spat and Harry laughed, laughed because he knew then that what Malfoy was saying was just words. He threw the red light towards Malfoy and watched as he screamed but nothing else.
'Didn't anybody ever tell you- you have to be evil to cast an unforgivable, not to mention the fact that you have to be a strong wizard.' He turned and heard the whisper of the voice. He turned just in time to see a green light coming towards him *oh my god he's used the killing curse.*
Oh how evil am I? I was going to post the next chapter up today, but thought that you should be patient and wait til tomorrow!! I hope Harry doesn't die- I mean he's just become happy again, but these things do happen I'm afraid. Oh well- does he? Doesn't he? You decide!!! May Harry be with you ... Phoenix Friend xx
14) Old Feelings Never Change.
They walked back out to the lake and all sat in silence. Harry was careful- he didn't really know how he was going to say this.
'I'm going to tell you about the prophecy.' He blurted out- *great tactics Harry* he smiled despite himself. Nobody spoke- just waited for him to continue. 'The shortened version is that only I can kill Voldemort. The second part said that we can't both live- one of us must die.' He saw the shock reach everybody's face and sighed. He was ready for the outburst.
'That explains it.' Was all Hermione said. He looked up quickly and saw them all nod. 'We did wonder if it was something like that. That would explain why he was so desperate to kill you. And why you never seemed to die all the other times you should have. Best we work really hard this year then so that we're all ready for the war that will be in full swing.'
Harry didn't know what to say, so he just sat there- his mouth hanging open in surprise. He didn't realize just how stupid he must have looked.
'What do you mean?' He asked eventually. Ginny just chuckled at his gob smacked expression.
'We knew what was in it Harry- it wasn't hard to guess with the way you seem to attract trouble. Plus the fact that as Hermione pointed out- he is more than desperate to kill you than anybody else.' Harry didn't know what to say to this- so he decided to just smile and nod.
'So how do you reckon we should organize the DA?' Ron asked and Harry was glad of the change of subject.
'Well- I was thinking that we should ask as many people as possible- ask people if they know anybody who is loyal. But you know that they're going to want us to ask the Slytherins right? What do you think to that?' Harry asked slowly. He had expected an instant uproar and was surprised that they were all thinking carefully. As usual Hermione was the first to speak.
'I think that we should- but only people who can prove themselves loyal to the light. And for that reason I think that we should allow Dumbledore to choose which of those house enter. We know that he trusts us with everybody but we cant risk Voldemort learning what we know can we?' Harry smiled at the logical answer, and slowly the others nodded as well.
'As long as Malfoy doesn't bloody join.' Ron muttered. Harry and Neville burst out laughing.
'I totally agree- we have the final say over who we allow to join.' Luna said after she too had stopped laughing. They nodded and sat there with expectant expressions- this would be a good year.
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'Come on Harry- we promised we wouldn't be late.' Ron said hopping from foot to foot. Harry grinned and ran down the stairs to where the others were waiting. They walked together down to the great hall. They sat at the table and waited expectantly for the other students to arrive. He looked up to the teachers table and saw that his parents and Sirius weren't there.
'Remember? He said that he would introduce them so that people didn't freak out.' Ginny said following his gaze. He smiled as he remembered and turned to where the students had begun piling into the hall.
Harry hadn't realized how much he had missed them- especially all of the DA members coming up to him and insisting he restarted it after all of the fifth years had received O's in their owls. He told them he would talk to them all later and they sat down at there respective tables.
McGonagall entered at that moment and all talking stopped as she placed the hat on the stool.
A/N (I'm not writing a poem here- it wont be very good and that would only ruin it! If anybody knows one feel free to e- mail it to me and I'll dutifully add it in)
Harry smiled at the shocked faces all around the hall. Although he had to admit that he was shocked when the hat had spoken mostly about him and his loyal friends who would bring about the end of the war.
'Firstly before we begin- I would like to welcome back three very important people. They are Professor Potter and Potter and Professor Black.' As Albus said this the doors opened and in walked three people that never failed to make him feel more happy. The screams were expected. 'I expect you to treat them all with the respect that all professors deserve. I would also like to say that Professor Black was cleared of all charges earlier this summer. I also welcome back Professor Lupin- who miraculously thanks to the sacrifice made by a student is no longer a werewolf.' The gryffindors all roared when he had finished and Harry saw the other two houses looking extremely happy and cheering as well.
Harry didn't think he could wait anymore. Dobby should have done it by now. And judging by the way that the three were looking straight back at the 8 he suspected they were thinking exactly the same thing.
'What do you reckon?' Harry asked them quietly. They all shrugged there shoulders when suddenly the whole of the room fell silent. Harry didn't know whether to laugh or cry. And looking at his friends who were all laughing he joined them as well. They stood up and watched in amazement as his three 'dads' tried to stop the curse.
'Harry Potter- if you don't change this right now your banned from playing quidditch for a month and I'll give you detention.' His dad spluttered trying to hide his now overly large breasts.
'Dad- now really. That's no way to set an example. You should have known that Dobby wouldn't do anything to me. And this is pay back for Hermione.' He managed to reply in between laughing. Ron was rolling round on the floor.
'Harry- please I do not appreciate your father looking like a female Severus.' His mother said though he could tell that she was trying not to laugh. He looked at the others who nodded though looked sad at the thought that it hadn't lasted any longer. He muttered the counter curse and was just about to join the others who had resumed there seats when he noticed Malfoy staring coldly at him.
'What's the matter Malfoy? Sad that your dad isn't with you anymore?' He spat, feeling his anger begin to surface again but now he knew how to beat it.
'Oh don't worry Potter. When the Dark Lord comes for you my father will be by his side. And so will I- watching as you beg for your muggle friends and your life.' Harry couldn't believe he was saying it- in front of teachers as well. Nobody in the hall dared to move.
'Didn't you know Malfoy? Me and Tom go way back. Yeah- I actually write to him now and trust me you want to keep a check on your old dad now- you see I know that Voldemort is a little bit angry with him at the moment.' Harry found himself enjoying this. He saw Malfoy stand up and walk round in between the tables until he was facing Harry with his back to the teachers.
'Oh dear Potter- you'd have thought that you'd at least have your wand out to defend yourself. Crucio.' He yelled and Harry slowly raising his hand felt his power surge. Watched as Malfoy's jaw dropped as the light stopped in mid air and turned round to face him.
'You told me I should choose carefully who my friends are- well now I'm telling you. Nothing can stop me. and I will emerge from the war victorious. Now you must decide- you either join me and we fight side by side, or you choose to follow him- and your curse hits you before you can block it. Not to mention that you will not live to see the end of the war.' He spoke calmly and saw the sweat dripping down his enemies face.
'You think your so good Potter. Well I vow to fight for the dark. And mark my words- I'll kill every person in this hall that doesn't follow him. I will be his most loyal supporter ever. You will die- just as your parents did.' He spat and Harry laughed, laughed because he knew then that what Malfoy was saying was just words. He threw the red light towards Malfoy and watched as he screamed but nothing else.
'Didn't anybody ever tell you- you have to be evil to cast an unforgivable, not to mention the fact that you have to be a strong wizard.' He turned and heard the whisper of the voice. He turned just in time to see a green light coming towards him *oh my god he's used the killing curse.*
Oh how evil am I? I was going to post the next chapter up today, but thought that you should be patient and wait til tomorrow!! I hope Harry doesn't die- I mean he's just become happy again, but these things do happen I'm afraid. Oh well- does he? Doesn't he? You decide!!! May Harry be with you ... Phoenix Friend xx