Phoenix of Legend
Disclaimer: All characters and subject matter appearing herein are the copyrighted © creations of J. K. Rowling and Warner Bros., and are borrowed for the purposes of this fan fiction. No money in any form was earned in its production. Professor Ivy Bellenmore, Xion and Corandell belong to me. If you wish to use any of them, please ask.
ChristinaLupin01442, Sirius Black: Good luck on your finals Christina! Thanks for informing me on the chapter update. Sorry Sirius, my evil little muse is back with all sorts of goodies for Harry. Till next time!
Bukama: A Christmas Ball sounds great! I'm not so good at the romance thing, so I doubt you'll see any in this fic. Sorry. Thanks for the review.
HarrySlytherin*son: Glad you like my story and don't worry; I'm not giving up on it!
Prd2bAmerican18: Be happy, two chapters in one month!
Bandit: I knew the chapter was short, but weird? As requested let's see what little Draky goes up against. (Evil laugh!) Don't worry about Neville; I have something planned for him that will make you happy. Besides, I aim to please (most of the time)!
SiriusWolf: That thumb is. can't tell you! (Evil laugh again!) Don't worry you'll find out soon enough! Dumbledore or Snape. hmmm. looks like Snape won! Sorry but I want this story to have SOME things in common with book five. Sirius stays alive! Didn't like his death part, bad Rowling! Besides I like Snape, he adds a little extra character to the story.
Raooooooorrrrwwwwwk!!: Sorry about taking so long but I was having personal problems dealing with Christmas. In case you didn't read it in the last chapter, it was my first Christmas without my father or grandfather there to share it with. On January 30th it will be one year since my grandfather passed away. And one year since my father passed away on February the 15th. So please excuse me if the next few chapters are hard to get out for me, this is a bad time of year for me.
EbonyFire: Thank you for your review and don't worry, I will write more.
~ ~ PHOENIX SPEECH
" " HUMAN SPEECH
^^ ^^ PARSELTONGUE
' ' THOUGHTS
Chapter 13 - A Silver Herald
Thunder and lightning filled the late night sky, heralding an approaching storm. One lonely figure stood on the outskirts of the Hogwarts grounds, hiding in the shadows as he waited for someone. He didn't have to wait long before a black-cloaked figure walked up to him.
"Do you have the item requested by my Lord?" Asked the black-cloaked figure.
"Yes mother." With a quick movement of her hands, Narcissa Malfoy removed her Death Eater mask. Holding up a crimson and gold tipped feather, Draco presented it to his mother.
"Excellent! You will make a worthy Death Eater some day soon my son."
"Thank you mother. May I inquire as to why the Dark Lord would need - " Draco was quickly cut off by the icy glare sent his way by his mother.
"No you may not. It concerns only His most loyal followers and until you become one of us, you will not be privy to My Master's plans." Snapped Narcissa. Looking back towards the school Draco spoke up.
"If I am no longer needed I should get back to the castle, my exam is tomorrow. Professor Bellenmore will become suspicious should I seem tired. "
"I expect you to do well Draco. As for the Black Mage, leave her to us. The Dark Lord will soon deal with her."
"I will mother." With a quick nod to Narcissa, Draco made his way back to the school.
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The Great Hall was buzzing with excitement. After what the seventh years had gone through, the fifth years were dreading Bellenmore's test. A few fifth years had already gone only to end up in the infirmary. Madam Pomfrey was adamant that they stay in the hospital wing for the rest of the week. Today would be Malfoy's test and everyone was taking bets on the outcome.
"Look at the ferret. For his death day, he seems pretty calm."
"Ron! Really, death day?"
"I think Ron has a point 'Mione. After Bellenmore's through with him, there won't be anything left."
"You do remember how all the seventh years came back, don't you?" Said Ron. At Hermione's nod Ron continued. "They looked like they went through Hell and back again. Malfoy won't be any different." Both teens laughed as they envisioned Malfoy's outcome. Hermione could only mutter a "boys" before returning to her breakfast.
"Look at Pomfrey." Said Harry, grabbing his friend's attention once again. "She keeps giving Professor Bellenmore a death glare."
"Hate to be Bellenmore right now." Said Ron as he shuddered from the cold glare.
"Can you blame her, I mean every fifth year that has faced her test has ended up in the hospital wing. Not to mention almost all of the seventh years." Said Hermione.
"We'd better get to class. Draco may be excused, but we're not." Grabbing their stuff, all three headed for their first class of the day.
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"Welcome Mr. Malfoy to the worst day of your life." Came the cheerful voice of Professor Bellenmore as Draco entered the DADA classroom.
Draco came up to one of the seats offered by the teacher, however he refused to sit down. He stood there as the professor finished going over some sort of document. He was becoming slightly annoyed as the professor continued to go over the papers.
"Am I going to start this test anytime soon?" Came Malfoy's calm drawl.
"Forgive me Mr. Malfoy, I just needed to take care of a few things. Now, I need you to sign this document." She said handing over some ministry papers and a quill. Draco took them and began to sign the papers.
"What is this one for?" Asked Draco holding up a paper with incredibly little writing.
"Legal mumbo jumbo, nothing for you to worry about. " She said as Draco finished signing the document. "Don't want to be sued now do I."
Handing back the papers he proceed to follow the DADA Teacher into her office. Once there he saw what appeared to be a dark tunnel. Turing to the teacher he saw her nod in the tunnel's direction. Taking the hint he started to make his way into the opposing darkness. Bellenmore's glowing eyes followed Draco as he descended into the dark tunnel.
"Good luck Mr. Malfoy." Said Bellenmore. 'You'll need it.' She thought silently.
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Draco made it to the other side of the tunnel only to emerge on a small hill. As he escaped the confines of the darkness he was blinded for a moment by the light. Gazing out across the horizon, Draco let out a little gasp. They sky was a blood red colour filled with the screams of tortured souls. A dark labyrinth stretched out before him hiding unknown dangers.
"A maze? If this is the best she can do I'm not impressed." Said Draco as he judged the distance between his position and the exit.
Making up his mind Draco saw no reason to take any longer than necessary. With a determined smirk Draco entered the maze. At one point he met a fork in the road. Taking one path had lead him to a dead end forcing him to retrace his steps. This continued for what seemed like hours to Draco in the darkness of the maze before he heard a noise. It reminded him of a snake's hiss.
When he turned towards the sound nothing was there. Feeling a little apprehensive now, Draco made his way more cautiously towards finding the end of the maze. With the hissing noise still following him, Draco picked up his pace almost flat out running from the noise. Turning another of the endless corridors, Draco came across something he had been longing to see for some time now.
"The exit!" Exclaimed Malfoy, glad to have finally found his freedom from the labyrinth.
In his exclamation Draco did not hear his doom until it was too late. Confined within the darkness of the labyrinth, the creature struck Draco with its scythe. Before the boy could even cry out, his left arm was sliced clean from his body.
"You are different Little Dragon, you are arrogant. Not much fun to stalk you. You made it far but this is where your journey ends." Hissed the creature while Draco clutched at his shoulder where his arm should have been trying to stop the bleeding.
As the creature came into the light to finish off its prey Draco was able to see his assailant. He knew right away what it was, a Naga. Vicious reptilian creatures with a snake like lower body. It was clad in dark coloured amour to help blend in with his environment as well as protection. The armour seemed to be decorated with the sculls of its victims.
'So close, if I could just make it to the end.' thought Draco as the Naga approached him.
Draco knew his time was up, however he would go down fighting like a true Malfoy, like his father. Gathering his courage, Draco made to tackle the great monster only to be thrown back down by it's tail. Raising its scythe, the Naga prepared to strike the boy again.
"Say good bye Little Dragon." It hissed.
'Forgive me father, mother.' Closing his eyes before opening them again, Draco accepted his fate.
The scythe coming towards him was all that he could see before his world become black. Draco Malfoy knew no more.
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Professor Ivy Bellenmore had just finished testing Draco Malfoy for the day. It had been really disappointing to her; he had almost made it out of there, almost. After getting her ear chewed off by an irritated Poppy Pomfrey, Draco Malfoy was resting in the hospital wing recovering from his experience.
It amazed her to no end that they couldn't beat their fears. Tomorrow she would see if the rumours were true when Harry Potter took his test. She would see for herself if the boy-who-lived was ready to take on his destiny.
Entering her chambers, Ivy poured herself some mint tea to settle her nerves. Just as the tea was taking effect, she sensed another presence in her room. Setting down her tea she carefully and quickly pulled out her wand before calling out, "show yourself!" Laughter was her only response. "This is your only warning!"
"Ivy, Ivy, Ivy is that any way to treat an old FRIEND?" Called a feminine voice. A gasp came from the startled professor's lips, as a cloaked figure in a white mask seemed to peel away from the wall.
"You! But - but how did you get in?"
"I have my ways. So you're a professor now? Not very rewarding if you ask me."
"I never did ask your opinion." Stated Bellenmore as a frown crossed her features. "Now, maybe you would like to indulge me as to why you decided to visit me after so long an absence."
"It's simple really. Butt. Out."
"What?"
"You heard me Ivy, stay away from that which does not concern you. That includes the Dark Lord, the Order of the Phoenix and especially Harry Potter." Stated the Death Eater.
"Give me one good reason why I should listen to you, OLD friend." A low growl came from the Death Eater.
"Because if you don't, every thing you have worked for will be for nothing. Imagine how the world would react if they knew your past. What would the ministry do if they found out about your. darker side? Hmmm?"
"Enough! You can't frighten me anymore Narcissa! I have lived in the shadows for far too long. Maybe it is time my true nature came to light." Exclaimed Ivy as her obsidian eyes glowed white in rage.
"I would love to see that Ivy. Locked away for the rest of eternity, a fitting end for one as dark as you Bellenmore." Black energy seemed to surround both Bellenmore and Narcissa Malfoy as Ivy's anger threatened to consume her.
"We may have been friends once Narcissa, but you turned your back on me. In case you've forgotten, I don't forgive easily. Leave now before I end your miserable existence!"
"Very well Ivy, you've been warned. Pray to whatever gods your kind prays to, because if you interfere anymore I'll make sure they dispose of you for the dark creature that you are."
"Leave!" Cried Bellenmore. With an insane laugh Narcissa Malfoy faded into the shadows once more. As her presence left Hogwarts grounds Ivy let out a frustrated yell, realising all her pent up anger. Black energy crackled as her mug containing her tea blew apart.
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Author's note: How's that for action! More of Bellenmore's past has been revealed. Next chapter Harry faces off against his worst nightmares in Bellenmore's trial. (I'll also reveal what exactly those tests are. You'll see what I mean next chapter.) I won't do any more tests after Harry's mainly because I need to get this story rolling.
I'm still debating if I should do a sequel or not, I mean this story is pretty much all planned out (in my head), I know were I want to go with it. So to do a sequel would mean changing my original plot a little. Who knows, if inspiration hits me, a sequel you'll get!
Tell me what you think, Read and Review Please!
Griff_Star2000
Disclaimer: All characters and subject matter appearing herein are the copyrighted © creations of J. K. Rowling and Warner Bros., and are borrowed for the purposes of this fan fiction. No money in any form was earned in its production. Professor Ivy Bellenmore, Xion and Corandell belong to me. If you wish to use any of them, please ask.
ChristinaLupin01442, Sirius Black: Good luck on your finals Christina! Thanks for informing me on the chapter update. Sorry Sirius, my evil little muse is back with all sorts of goodies for Harry. Till next time!
Bukama: A Christmas Ball sounds great! I'm not so good at the romance thing, so I doubt you'll see any in this fic. Sorry. Thanks for the review.
HarrySlytherin*son: Glad you like my story and don't worry; I'm not giving up on it!
Prd2bAmerican18: Be happy, two chapters in one month!
Bandit: I knew the chapter was short, but weird? As requested let's see what little Draky goes up against. (Evil laugh!) Don't worry about Neville; I have something planned for him that will make you happy. Besides, I aim to please (most of the time)!
SiriusWolf: That thumb is. can't tell you! (Evil laugh again!) Don't worry you'll find out soon enough! Dumbledore or Snape. hmmm. looks like Snape won! Sorry but I want this story to have SOME things in common with book five. Sirius stays alive! Didn't like his death part, bad Rowling! Besides I like Snape, he adds a little extra character to the story.
Raooooooorrrrwwwwwk!!: Sorry about taking so long but I was having personal problems dealing with Christmas. In case you didn't read it in the last chapter, it was my first Christmas without my father or grandfather there to share it with. On January 30th it will be one year since my grandfather passed away. And one year since my father passed away on February the 15th. So please excuse me if the next few chapters are hard to get out for me, this is a bad time of year for me.
EbonyFire: Thank you for your review and don't worry, I will write more.
~ ~ PHOENIX SPEECH
" " HUMAN SPEECH
^^ ^^ PARSELTONGUE
' ' THOUGHTS
Chapter 13 - A Silver Herald
Thunder and lightning filled the late night sky, heralding an approaching storm. One lonely figure stood on the outskirts of the Hogwarts grounds, hiding in the shadows as he waited for someone. He didn't have to wait long before a black-cloaked figure walked up to him.
"Do you have the item requested by my Lord?" Asked the black-cloaked figure.
"Yes mother." With a quick movement of her hands, Narcissa Malfoy removed her Death Eater mask. Holding up a crimson and gold tipped feather, Draco presented it to his mother.
"Excellent! You will make a worthy Death Eater some day soon my son."
"Thank you mother. May I inquire as to why the Dark Lord would need - " Draco was quickly cut off by the icy glare sent his way by his mother.
"No you may not. It concerns only His most loyal followers and until you become one of us, you will not be privy to My Master's plans." Snapped Narcissa. Looking back towards the school Draco spoke up.
"If I am no longer needed I should get back to the castle, my exam is tomorrow. Professor Bellenmore will become suspicious should I seem tired. "
"I expect you to do well Draco. As for the Black Mage, leave her to us. The Dark Lord will soon deal with her."
"I will mother." With a quick nod to Narcissa, Draco made his way back to the school.
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The Great Hall was buzzing with excitement. After what the seventh years had gone through, the fifth years were dreading Bellenmore's test. A few fifth years had already gone only to end up in the infirmary. Madam Pomfrey was adamant that they stay in the hospital wing for the rest of the week. Today would be Malfoy's test and everyone was taking bets on the outcome.
"Look at the ferret. For his death day, he seems pretty calm."
"Ron! Really, death day?"
"I think Ron has a point 'Mione. After Bellenmore's through with him, there won't be anything left."
"You do remember how all the seventh years came back, don't you?" Said Ron. At Hermione's nod Ron continued. "They looked like they went through Hell and back again. Malfoy won't be any different." Both teens laughed as they envisioned Malfoy's outcome. Hermione could only mutter a "boys" before returning to her breakfast.
"Look at Pomfrey." Said Harry, grabbing his friend's attention once again. "She keeps giving Professor Bellenmore a death glare."
"Hate to be Bellenmore right now." Said Ron as he shuddered from the cold glare.
"Can you blame her, I mean every fifth year that has faced her test has ended up in the hospital wing. Not to mention almost all of the seventh years." Said Hermione.
"We'd better get to class. Draco may be excused, but we're not." Grabbing their stuff, all three headed for their first class of the day.
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"Welcome Mr. Malfoy to the worst day of your life." Came the cheerful voice of Professor Bellenmore as Draco entered the DADA classroom.
Draco came up to one of the seats offered by the teacher, however he refused to sit down. He stood there as the professor finished going over some sort of document. He was becoming slightly annoyed as the professor continued to go over the papers.
"Am I going to start this test anytime soon?" Came Malfoy's calm drawl.
"Forgive me Mr. Malfoy, I just needed to take care of a few things. Now, I need you to sign this document." She said handing over some ministry papers and a quill. Draco took them and began to sign the papers.
"What is this one for?" Asked Draco holding up a paper with incredibly little writing.
"Legal mumbo jumbo, nothing for you to worry about. " She said as Draco finished signing the document. "Don't want to be sued now do I."
Handing back the papers he proceed to follow the DADA Teacher into her office. Once there he saw what appeared to be a dark tunnel. Turing to the teacher he saw her nod in the tunnel's direction. Taking the hint he started to make his way into the opposing darkness. Bellenmore's glowing eyes followed Draco as he descended into the dark tunnel.
"Good luck Mr. Malfoy." Said Bellenmore. 'You'll need it.' She thought silently.
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Draco made it to the other side of the tunnel only to emerge on a small hill. As he escaped the confines of the darkness he was blinded for a moment by the light. Gazing out across the horizon, Draco let out a little gasp. They sky was a blood red colour filled with the screams of tortured souls. A dark labyrinth stretched out before him hiding unknown dangers.
"A maze? If this is the best she can do I'm not impressed." Said Draco as he judged the distance between his position and the exit.
Making up his mind Draco saw no reason to take any longer than necessary. With a determined smirk Draco entered the maze. At one point he met a fork in the road. Taking one path had lead him to a dead end forcing him to retrace his steps. This continued for what seemed like hours to Draco in the darkness of the maze before he heard a noise. It reminded him of a snake's hiss.
When he turned towards the sound nothing was there. Feeling a little apprehensive now, Draco made his way more cautiously towards finding the end of the maze. With the hissing noise still following him, Draco picked up his pace almost flat out running from the noise. Turning another of the endless corridors, Draco came across something he had been longing to see for some time now.
"The exit!" Exclaimed Malfoy, glad to have finally found his freedom from the labyrinth.
In his exclamation Draco did not hear his doom until it was too late. Confined within the darkness of the labyrinth, the creature struck Draco with its scythe. Before the boy could even cry out, his left arm was sliced clean from his body.
"You are different Little Dragon, you are arrogant. Not much fun to stalk you. You made it far but this is where your journey ends." Hissed the creature while Draco clutched at his shoulder where his arm should have been trying to stop the bleeding.
As the creature came into the light to finish off its prey Draco was able to see his assailant. He knew right away what it was, a Naga. Vicious reptilian creatures with a snake like lower body. It was clad in dark coloured amour to help blend in with his environment as well as protection. The armour seemed to be decorated with the sculls of its victims.
'So close, if I could just make it to the end.' thought Draco as the Naga approached him.
Draco knew his time was up, however he would go down fighting like a true Malfoy, like his father. Gathering his courage, Draco made to tackle the great monster only to be thrown back down by it's tail. Raising its scythe, the Naga prepared to strike the boy again.
"Say good bye Little Dragon." It hissed.
'Forgive me father, mother.' Closing his eyes before opening them again, Draco accepted his fate.
The scythe coming towards him was all that he could see before his world become black. Draco Malfoy knew no more.
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Professor Ivy Bellenmore had just finished testing Draco Malfoy for the day. It had been really disappointing to her; he had almost made it out of there, almost. After getting her ear chewed off by an irritated Poppy Pomfrey, Draco Malfoy was resting in the hospital wing recovering from his experience.
It amazed her to no end that they couldn't beat their fears. Tomorrow she would see if the rumours were true when Harry Potter took his test. She would see for herself if the boy-who-lived was ready to take on his destiny.
Entering her chambers, Ivy poured herself some mint tea to settle her nerves. Just as the tea was taking effect, she sensed another presence in her room. Setting down her tea she carefully and quickly pulled out her wand before calling out, "show yourself!" Laughter was her only response. "This is your only warning!"
"Ivy, Ivy, Ivy is that any way to treat an old FRIEND?" Called a feminine voice. A gasp came from the startled professor's lips, as a cloaked figure in a white mask seemed to peel away from the wall.
"You! But - but how did you get in?"
"I have my ways. So you're a professor now? Not very rewarding if you ask me."
"I never did ask your opinion." Stated Bellenmore as a frown crossed her features. "Now, maybe you would like to indulge me as to why you decided to visit me after so long an absence."
"It's simple really. Butt. Out."
"What?"
"You heard me Ivy, stay away from that which does not concern you. That includes the Dark Lord, the Order of the Phoenix and especially Harry Potter." Stated the Death Eater.
"Give me one good reason why I should listen to you, OLD friend." A low growl came from the Death Eater.
"Because if you don't, every thing you have worked for will be for nothing. Imagine how the world would react if they knew your past. What would the ministry do if they found out about your. darker side? Hmmm?"
"Enough! You can't frighten me anymore Narcissa! I have lived in the shadows for far too long. Maybe it is time my true nature came to light." Exclaimed Ivy as her obsidian eyes glowed white in rage.
"I would love to see that Ivy. Locked away for the rest of eternity, a fitting end for one as dark as you Bellenmore." Black energy seemed to surround both Bellenmore and Narcissa Malfoy as Ivy's anger threatened to consume her.
"We may have been friends once Narcissa, but you turned your back on me. In case you've forgotten, I don't forgive easily. Leave now before I end your miserable existence!"
"Very well Ivy, you've been warned. Pray to whatever gods your kind prays to, because if you interfere anymore I'll make sure they dispose of you for the dark creature that you are."
"Leave!" Cried Bellenmore. With an insane laugh Narcissa Malfoy faded into the shadows once more. As her presence left Hogwarts grounds Ivy let out a frustrated yell, realising all her pent up anger. Black energy crackled as her mug containing her tea blew apart.
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Author's note: How's that for action! More of Bellenmore's past has been revealed. Next chapter Harry faces off against his worst nightmares in Bellenmore's trial. (I'll also reveal what exactly those tests are. You'll see what I mean next chapter.) I won't do any more tests after Harry's mainly because I need to get this story rolling.
I'm still debating if I should do a sequel or not, I mean this story is pretty much all planned out (in my head), I know were I want to go with it. So to do a sequel would mean changing my original plot a little. Who knows, if inspiration hits me, a sequel you'll get!
Tell me what you think, Read and Review Please!
Griff_Star2000