"Albus was always fond of the Gryffindors. Except for Sirius, the Wood family, and Lily" McGonagall began. "I'll explain who Sirius is in due time. I never recall any proof of his claims to the Gryffindor line. When Pomona, Sibyl, and myself applied to the school we were required to bear proof that we came from pureblood families. I had to bear additional proof that I am a descendent of the Gryffindor and Hufflepuff families. Severus and Filius had to undergo many interviews, questionnaires, blood tests, and magic signature tests to proof their lineage. The only muggleborn teacher at the school teaches Muggle Studies. And Albus was very hesitant at that"
"I will check into Dumbledore's claims in a few moments. The Ravenclaws have always been a dangerous family. Even many of the darkest pureblooded families stayed clear of them! The Ravenclaws have always been left unchecked more so than the Slytherins. The Hufflepuffs would never dare step out of line for they are too timid. The Gryffindors are too hotheaded. Slytherins are too sneaky for their own good. Ravenclaws utilize the qualities of Hufflepuffs and Slytherins. They are sneaky and duplicitous. They pretend to be innocent, but are far from it" Hayden stated.
"If Dumbledore hates the Wood family so, why did he hire you?" Harry asked.
"Because he knew of the prophecy. Ravenclaws are sneaky and are all knowing. And because he knew if I was under his employment, I would never be able to raise any of you if the time came."
"Does Dumbledore happen to have a silver quill with ice blue flecks at the end of the feather?"
"Yes. He does, but he rarely uses it."
"Did he ever say what it was made of?"
"He said it came from an American harpy. Why do you ask?"
"No reason."
"What are you two going on about?" Harry asked.
"I think I deciphered another part of the prophecy" Hayden butted in.
"Great!" Oliver and Harry chimed in together.
"How about those pictures?" Hayden asked. "Did you see anything interesting?"
The two blushed.
"There's a few more up in your room, lads. Why don't you head up now? Tomorrow's the big day" Hayden asked.
And before he could finish, the two had shut their door and were snogging each other senseless on their bed.
Three more chapters to go. Escape to Paradise III is drawing to a close. Hurry up and participate in my challenge. I can help beta if needed. Because there is something important that will happen in Escape IV that can't happen without that life altering decision. And i know the story is getting confusing, bear with me. College apps are ruining my train of thought.And think of the family tree i provdied a while back. and if anyone wants to beta a steamy scene between Oliver and Harry for me, drop me a line. And Hayden and Charlie will get together soon enough. And who knows, Riddle's diary may turn out to be very different.