Last chapter, Harry, and Herminoe receive certain items that will help them on their journey. Just before leaving, Ginny promises Harry that she'll wait for him, until the time is right for them to be together. On with the Show!
Chapter 8: At Gordric's HollowA few hours after leaving the Burrow, our heroes have arrived at the cemetery where Harry's parents are buried. In the middle of the graveyard, Harry came across a large headstone bearing the markings
Here Lies:
James Alfred PotterLilly Evens Potter
Beloved Husband and FatherBeloved Wife and Mother
Died: 1991Died: 1991
Harry knelt at the grave, and spoke; "Well, hi mom. Hi dad. I guess this seems a little awkward and all, and," but before he could say any more, he started to cry. All of his emotions that were bottled up since Dumbledore's funeral were let out in one burst of grief. Herminoe begain to walk to him, but Ron stopped her. "Leave him alone for a moment." Said Ron.
Several minuets later, Harry stood up, wiped the tears from his eyes, and spoke again; "There will be justice for you. Voldemort shall pay." He closed his eyes for a moment, and walked back to Ron and Herminoe. "You okay, mate?" asked Ron. "Actually, I'm feeling a lot better than I have been." Replied Harry. "Where to now?" asked Ron. "Well, Gordric's Hollow is just a mile down the road." Said Herminoe. "Then that's where we go next." Said Harry.
A short walk down the road later, Harry stood in a empty lot where his home was. "I'm so sorry, Harry." Said Herminoe. "What did you expect?" asked Ron, "The house to be still standing? If it were still here, then he probably wouldn't have to have stayed with the Dursleys for so long.
Harry wasn't listening. In his mind, he was imagining the night Voldemort murdered his parents. He could almost see Voldemort dueling his father, his mother begging Voldemort to kill her instead of Harry. And, almost like he was there, he imagined Voldemort performing the Avada Kedavra curse that had killed so many before, but this time, it backfired onto Voldemort. It destroyed his body, leaving him less than a ghost. The only reason why Voldemort survived was the Horcruxes he made.
Harry returned to reality, and turned to his friends. "We have work to do." He said in a rather serious tone. He walked back to Ron and Herminoe. "There's lots to doe, and I don't know how much time we have to do it." Harry said. "What's the plan?" asked Ron. "To tell the truth, I have no idea." Replied Harry.
"You'll never defeat Voldemort with that attitude, Harry Potter." Said a voice from behind our heroes. Harry, Ron and Herminoe whipped around, holding their wands out. Harry saw a tall man in a blue cloak. His face was hidden, but what could be seen were his eyes; they were glowing bright blue. His eyes are like the ones I saw in my dream! Thought Harry. "Who are you, and what do you want with me?" asked Harry.
"Who I really am is of no importance Harry," said the man. "What I want with you, is to deliver a message." "A message?" asked Harry. "Maybe the most important message you shall ever receive." Replied The Stranger. "Don't listen to him, it's probably a trap." Whispered Ron. Harry didn't think so. "Let me see your arms." He said. "I'm no Death Eater," said The Stranger, "But if it'll make you feel better?" he then pushed up the sleeves of his shirt. The Dark Mark wasn't on either arm. "As you can see, no tattoo's burned on by Voldemort. Now, as I was saying, I have a message for you." "I'm listening." Said Harry.
The Stranger cleared his throat, and spoke; "You are not alone in this struggle against Voldemort. There are others who fight agaist the one who calles himself 'The Dark Lord.' Some are already fighting as we speak. Others are on their way to assist you in your search for the Horcruxes."
"How do you know about the Horcruxes?" asked Herminoe. The Stranger regarded Herminoe for a moment, and said "If you must know, I represent a group of individuals who are observing the conflict on this world, but cannot interfere directly."
"What do you mean 'this world'?" asked Harry. "I'm afraid you'll need to figure that part out on your own." Replied The Stranger. He then handed a piece of parchment to Harry. "Be there at that location in one hour. There you shall meet five young women who shall help you on your quest. Trust them, they will be of great assistance."
Harry read the location. He asked "Whom are we meeting?" but when he looked up, The Stranger wasn't there. "He's gone!" exclaimed Harry. "What the bloody hell was that all about?" asked Ron. "I don't know," said Harry, "But I intend to meet these women in one hour."
The end of chapter eight. Next time, Harry meets The Guardians of the Veil. Note, for now on, the man we just meet this chapter is to be referred as The Stranger. Also, I guessed James middle name. See you next time!
