CHAPTER FOURTEEN--A SECOND ATTACK
Waiting for another weekend to start, six mages were resting with the groundskeeper, Hagrid. The half-giant enjoyed the company as he delivered a steady stream of biscuits and tea. "What will you six be doing after the war?"
"Thor's going home to spend time with his family. We are staying here. A few of us have an eye on someone."
"Speak for yourself, Osiris. You are completely obvious with the drooling over Snape."
Automatically correcting his friends, "Severus."
The twins snickered, "We know. It's always Severus this and Severus that. We still say tell the man."
Emerald eyes turned deadly, "Very funny, twins. And that's not possible. He doesn't really believe I could possibly be interested. Though his reactions to flirting are charming to watch."
Lucas snorted, almost choking on his drink. The elf couldn't quite hold back his laughter, "Charming! I swear the man would hex you if it didn't mean having a deranged headmaster on his case!"
"Says the blonde who is eyeing a child."
"Hey! He is not a child. I simply refuse to do anything to him until after he graduates."
Isis immediately perked up, "Does this mean I win?"
Hagrid frowned, confused at his new-found friends, "What?"
Osiris explained, "Lucas said that he wouldn't find anyone desirable in themagical world suitable for a Litherian Elf. But it seems his heart, and nose, says otherwise. He found a desirable mate here at Hogwarts. Though why he had to choose the spoiled, rich, blonde brat is beyond me."
Stealing the War Mage's words, "Says the raven who is eyeing a bastard."
Isis spewed her tea across the table. Choking a little on the action, "Guys!"
Osiris turned bright red, "He is not a bastard, just sarcastic and rude. I'd rather have that then knowing my mate has his father on the wrong side of the war, whom you need to go through."
The twins suddenly gasped, sitting up straight as the two arguing Mages failed to notice. "Doesn't matter. Your mate was one already even before you had to him saved from a deadly beating. I just happen to find the blonde appealing and refreshing, especially the scent of spice."
Eyeing the twins carefully, Thor placed his comment, "I'd say good pick to the both of you. I know how you both love a good argument and someone not to back down. The question is, can you win them over? Especially you, Osiris, when you reveal the truth?"
"I can only hope."
The twins quickly interrupted the fun, desperate to gain their friends' attention. "Uh, guys. We've got a problem. The seers received another vision from your connection, Osiris. A second attack will be here on the school's ground. They're coming from the Forest in hopes of a secret attack."
Hagrid flew to his feet, "What will we do!"
"Hagrid, run inside and alert the staff. We'll try holding them off." Osiris waited for the large man to lumber off before spouting out orders, "Twins and Isis, see about using the Forbidden Forest against them. Thor and Lucas, a quick shield on all sides of the castle. I want any and all surprises to only come through the Forest. This way we will be able to defend easily."
Six figures swiftly blended into the shadows, waiting for the supposed surprise attack. Through constant training, they were able to keep a part of their minds on holding fort while calling forth their expertise. Six hands glowed brightly as the air became heavy with thefeel of powerful magic.
Isis simply stepped further from her team-mates. As part of the demon bloodline, her bloodlust to fight was strong and usually uncontrollable. Her friends understood, especially when she suddenly went flying forward at nothing, tearing the shadows apart with her bare hands.
Gracefully, each Mage quickly met several Death Eaters. Osiris refused to use his magic just yet as he tried his best in evading the flying hexes. He knew the Death Eaters mainly used their wands and magic to fight. They were less likely to know how to fight against specially spelled weapons.
Slashing a wickedly curved sword downwards, Osiris sliced through one Death Eater's protective shield. Smiling evilly at the downed figure, he merely danced away for the next one. A glance revealed the twins enjoying their time.
Both sisters were holding hands, calmly entwining their magic as one. With this power they commanded the usually rebelling Forest to attack. Shadowy creatures flew from trees and corners, tripping or shredding the enemy. Emerald glowing eyes glinted with amusement as the hexes and curses did nothing to stop them, especially the attacking trees and plants.
Thor chuckled as he recognized the darker shadows as various creatures of the night. Uncaring to their defense, Thor ripped through any enemy dumb enough to try and get by. Calling upon the elements to help him, Thor enjoyed standing to one side as lightening seemed to rain down on unsuspecting victims.
Unlike his friends, Lucas simply waited at the edge of the forest. He had already pulled various silver weapons into place along the Forest edges to aid in his help and closing off any entrances out the Forest. He was a strong fighter but they needed someone to catch the renegades that were able to get through the first defense.
Sharp hearing alerted him to the rushing feet, blue eyes turned to see the headmaster being followed by various professors and Aurors. Smiling, he stood to one side, allowing them the only unprotected entrance. Company coming through.
That's good. Voldemort's little warriors are starting to come in more numbers!
The man's insane. He's forcing his numbers to fall drastically with this attack! Who in the queen's name would dare putting his entire force for one attack?
She-Demon does not appreciate that, Thor! She simply enjoys seeing who turned against her! She's absolutely giddy with knowledge and it makes me shudder to know this! OUCH!
ISIS!
Isis never answered themental scream. She had just been distracting at the feeling of losing control. Lavender eyes widened in fear. Her dominating will was failing to help her. She could feel the slight tingling of her True Form when someone sent a very painful hex her way. A single hand braced her side as she tried to fight the change and to defend herself. But the distraction of a dominant creature and her warm spilling blood from the hexed wound wouldn't allow her to fight.
Deep within the Forest, waiting for his chance, the Dark Lord, Voldemort, watched the struggling woman. His 'children' had proven their loyalty by sending owls to their parents about the new professor. He had learned that the Rare Fallen Angel had destructive powers. The children had also learned that War Mage Isis was of demon blood, trained in deadly arts of combat, creative torturing, and all high levels of pure dark magic, especially demonic. Voldemort had planned this attack in hopes of gaining a new pet. And now he could almost believe she was his.
"ISIS!" Osiris struggled to reach the demon's side. Green eyes could see his friend in pain. He knew something was wrong when she failed to answer his call.
Isis tried to fight back but despite the continuous failing she was able to force up a small protective shield from advancing enemies. A shudder of dread made her instincts flare in disarray. She knew her mate was here, for her body was changing rapidly into its submissive state, but there was a dread of pure evil enveloping her senses. This evil was delighting her queen and scaring her. She had just found the taste of She-Demon's power in the man Isis was sworn to defeat.
Get to Isis! She's fallen into her submissive state!
Osiris! He's here!
Osiris swore loudly as he began to realize that Voldemort had arrived. This was not good. With Isis in her current state and no knowledge of who her mate was, Voldemort could possibly control her and the wizardry world would definitely fall if She-Demon did not have the demon woman killed. Get to her NOW!
Glowing red eyes watched as his followers edged their way closer to the fallen woman, prostrated on her knees, head bowed. He could see the bleeding ragged wound on her side. The power she had bleed in her fighting and shielding made him excited to control it.
Black wings fell forward in an attempt to shield Isis as her empty mind waited for her claiming. Sightless lavender eyes glowed in anticipation as the battle grew in desperation. Her magical shield was beginning to fail without her dominant will.
Thor! We need a light show! The deadlier, the better!
What about the others? They aren't protective from my elements.
Twins and Lucas, form a quick barrier! You have one minute!
Three voices called back as one, Only need one second!
Albus started as silvery shadows began to wrap around him and his fellow allies. Confused, he quickly glanced about, finally seeing the fallen Isis. Understanding, old blue eyes twinkled in delight as sudden bright flashes of light streaked through the forest.
Thor stood still, calling all his energy into a deadly lightening shower. His eyes began glowing brightly with power as the bolts flared on contact, surrounding his fallen team-mate. A small part of his mind could feel Osiris sneaking forward among the dark shadows. A sudden childish feeling caused him to smirk as he called forth every possible element to lend their power into the shower.
Voldemort cried out in anger as several white hot streaks slammed painfully into his body. Not one of his followers were able to grab the woman without screaming in pain from the deadly shower. Growling loudly, he had no choice but to flee. He would take his anger out on the failed Death Eaters, who quickly followed their leader in fleeing.
We're good, Thor! Osiris hurried to his friends side, "Isis?"
Albus appeared at his side moments later, "How is she, War Mage?"
"Not good. She's in her submissive state. Her mate was here." Green eyes glanced about to see the fleeing enemy, "And still here since the enemy have already disappeared. She's also wounded."
"Who's the mate?" Osiris glared at the highly energetic vampire. "What? I had an overload of power for that light show."
Heavily sighing with a shake of his head, "Take the twins. Lucas and I will take Isis to the infirmary. She should be fine. You need to lose some of that power before it builds up like last time."
The vampire snorted, "Don't worry, boss." Thor grinned at the darkening of a deadly, icy, green glare, "I promise I won't destroy the castle or its grounds like before."
"Don't ask." Lucas saw the questioning looks as he helped push back the large wings. Osiris carefully lifted the demon, knowing her wings would be protected by Lucas.
Madame Pompfrey shrieked at the sight of injured patients, "I swear no one takes care of themselves!"
Several flushed in embarrassment, "Don't worry, Madame Pompfrey. I simply need the strongest healing potion you have. I can't lay Isis down with her wings in the way."
"Oh, the poor dear. What happened to her?"
"Her mate appeared during the battle, distracting her. She had no choice but to change forms and was attacked by a hex. She won't change back until her mate says."
Madame Pompfrey clucked her tongue as she handed over a small vial before turning to her other patients. Lucas carefully cleaned the wound with a warm cloth, spelled by a thoughtful headmaster. Isis never flinched as her wound was cleaned, doused with a potion, and healed. "Now what do we do? She's catatonic."
Osiris opened his mouth to speak when a steady low growl suddenly grew in volume. "Uh, Remus?" Sirius jumped at the vibrating sound from his mate. He could see the wolf fighting to be free to claim a submissive, "Uh, you guys should, um, move far away. The wolf doesn't look to happy."
"And we found a winner!" Lucas could barely contain the childish laughter as Osiris glared at him, darkly.
"Great. As if the mangy mutt wasn't enough for the werewolf. Hopefully, she'll be able to muzzle the mutt."
"I resent that, Snape." Sirius was ready to step forward, even as the growls grew louder and deeper.
"Uh, guys," Lucas was steadily moving backwards, suddenly not caring he was a Mage when dealing with werewolves and their mates. "I think it's safe to say we can leave now."