Alright, well, one review so far, and I believe that it points out something that many of you may be thinking. It is not that Harry is siding with Dumbledore, but that Dumbledore is siding with Harry. Man, I had really better finish Deal With It because of course the things that happen in the end of that story cause some of the characters to act differently. Yes, where Rowling left off in the 5th book leads us to believe that Harry will hate Dumbledore, but what if someone else betrayed Harry's trust more then Dumbledore could have ever? What if, and if you didn't read Deal With It I really suggest you do because otherwise you are going to be lost, Harry believes that he is being lied to about his mother supposably trying to kill Kaitlyn, Ryan, and Kevin? What about his anger towards Sirius for making him leave Hogwarts? All of these things need to be taking into consideration when questioning Harry's character. I ask that you do have patience with me and I promise that by the end of the next chapter you will understand why Harry is acting this way. Oh and :hint, hint- who ever said that he is really Harry Potter and not a Death Eater in disguise-hint, hint:
Of Azkaban Problems
"Harry. . .," Ryan gasped. "He. . . he. . . used Cruciatus curse. . .beat with club. . .need help. . ."
"PERCY!" Ron yelled in horror.
A shriek behind Ron told him he was not alone. He zoomed around to come face to face with the terrified face of Elizabeth Black.
Beth's face was white with horror as she watched the Mediwizards remove Ryan from the cell to Percy's office which had been turned into an emergency hospital.
Putting his arms around the terrified teenager, Ron whispered, "Go, Beth. Come back with Professor Vasaio tomorrow. Your Dad is in to much pain to realize that you are here."
Beth nodded and began to walk away when she heard the hoarse voice of her father cry out, "Don't take her away from me! I need my daughter!"
Beth ran into the cell and into her father's arms as fast as her legs could carry her. "Daddy," she cried, "who did this to you?"
"That isn't important. Now tell me, how is Hogwarts so far?" Keith asked his daughter wiping away a tear that was moving slowly down Beth's face.
"It's okay. I made two friends- Michele and Becca Shackleboot. They said there Dad is an auror," Beth said.
"Ah yes, Kingsley's daughters. What house are you in?" As much as Keith wanted to know what was going on in his daughter's life, he hated knowing she was in Hogwarts.
"Ravenclaw, but the Sorting Hat said it wouldn't be for long because I would find a way to get you out of here. Then we can go back to Seattle with Jamie," Beth said hopefully.
"I hope I get out of here soon too, Beth. But maybe Hogwarts is the best place for you. It would be good for you to make some friends," Keith said.
"I don't want Hogwarts, Daddy. All I want is my old life back," Beth cried.
"Me too, babe. Hang in there okay. I love you, but I think it's time you get back to Hogwarts," Keith said sadly.
"No! I don't want to go back! Daddy, I want to stay here with you!" Beth begged.
Hearing the familiar footsteps of the Minister of Magic in the halls, Keith panicked. "No Elizabeth, you can't. Get out of here now! What were you thinking coming here? Go back to Hogwarts and don't let me find you here again without written permission from a professor. Is that clear young lady?" Keith asked sternly.
"Yes, Daddy," Beth answered. She couldn't comprehend why her always calm and sweet father was acting that way towards her.
"Good, now leave Beth! Hurry, and don't look back no matter what you may hear," Keith said fearfully.
Beth knew something was about to happen, and she hid behind a tree ten feet away from her father's cell. What was about to happen would change her life forever. Albus Dumbledore and Harry Potter stopped in front of Keith's cell, and Beth saw fear and betrayal flash through her father's eyes. He knew that his daughter hadn't listened to him and was hidden somewhere nearby.
Harry took out his wand and pointed it at Keith. "Where is my mother?" he spat.
Keith shrank back in fear, as he had no answer. "I do not know where your mother is,"
"Liar!" Harry hissed. "You didn't learn from the fate your cousin suffered did you?" Dumbledore became visibly paler upon hearing this.
The bushes behind Beth shook frightening the already terrified girl even more.
"Beth, relax, it's Ryan," Indeed the man that stood before her was Ryan, looking better but still weak.
"Harry, what have you done to Ryan?" Dumbledore asked angrily.
"Watch. Crucio!" Harry hissed pointing his wand at Keith. Horror filled Beth completely and she became numb as though the Cruciatus curse had been placed on her as well. She knew nothing except the agony of her father. As she collapsed to the ground, she heard a shot fired. And as she allowed herself to slip into unconsciousness, she smiled. The U.S. Army had come to protect one of its own.
Ryan pulled Beth into his arms and ran from the now bloody battlefield, Dumbledore following quickly behind them.
"You are weak, Ryan. Take Beth to Hogwarts, Professor Vasaio's office. You will both be safe there. The attack will be over soon," Dumbledore ordered.
"That's what you think. They are muggles, Professor. With guns and tanks and bullets, all of which no magic can defeat,"
Keith got up and ran towards the nearest tank, which immediately ushered him inside.
"Lt. Black," they saluted.
"Let's go boys," Keith said, getting in the Lieutenants place on the tank. "We've got a battle to win."
Wizards all over the prison were being taken into army custody. The prisoners were receiving medical assistance and food from the Red Cross, while captured aurors were being placed in a truck. Keith's tank drove through the prison, stopping only to take Kaitlyn Black and Crystal Lestrange on board. Crystal flew into the loader's spot, while Kaitlyn eased into the spot next to her cousin. Orders were flying from Keith's mouth and the men obeyed with out question.
After three long hours the battle was over. Fifteen Azkaban guards had been killed along with the Dementors that did not flee the prison when the first shot was fired. Keith ordered the tank to pull over next to the Commanders tank, and he got out and graciously saluted him.
"Lt. Black," the Commander smiled. "Jamie told me of the quagmire you were stuck in and we decided amongst ourselves to come here to protect one of our own. I haven't found any sign of Beth though,"
Fear raced through Keith. "We have another battle to fight," he hissed. "We must head into Scotland and the town called Hogsmeade. For in a castle not too far from there my daughter is. . . Harry Potter," Keith jumped back into the tank and drove it up next to the Commander for his protection.
"Do you surrender?" the Commander asked in a bark like order.
"Why would I surrender to a weak muggle like you?" Harry asked with a laugh.
Inside of the tank, Keith, Kaitlyn, and Crystal were ready to begin the magical assault against the Minister of Magic.
"On three, we do as planned. Do not act on impulse. I am a Lieutenant again girls and any mistake will cost you dearly in the next months training. One, two, three!" Keith whispered.
Kaitlyn and Crystal moved slowly and silently out the back of the tank, and at Keith's nod they pointed their wands at Harry. Ever since the first attack against Ryan, Kaitlyn had a feeling that Harry Potter wasn't really who he said he was. Again on Keith's nod the two whispered a defense spell that Professor Ballhein had taught them that removed any disguises a person was wearing. A bright red mist zoomed from their wands and wrapped around Harry's body. And as the mist faded, Kaitlyn let out a horrified scream.
"Hello, Kaitlyn," the woman hissed.
"Wh. . .why?" Kaitlyn whispered in shock.
"You brought my father to his grave. He should not have died, for he was immortal until you stupid Elementals had to interfere,"
"Well, well, well if it isn't the forever infamous Lily Black,"
Wow, my cliffhangers get worse all the time. Told you there was a reason Harry was out of character
