Chapter 14
Ice Fortress - Unknown Time
Tears were streaming down his eyes. He couldn't control it. He didn't understand why they were doing it. After what they survived at the hands of Muggles, they must have known why magical beings, all magical beings should support each other. However, they didn't understand. His country, which grew out of the very source of magic, was on fire. It was his duty to kindle this flame. This place will remain clean from prejudice and greed.
He hadn't the opportunity to pass the Naming Ceremony. He would have to make up for it, but first he would burn any wizard who dared to invade this Land.
He watched the world he knew disappear. Blue flame burns out everything that is alive. As only one tower leaves. This place will no longer be Ice Fortress, but Ice Tower in the middle of Wasteland.
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Hogwarts, January 9
Lucius Malfoy, sitting in the Slytherin Common Room, had a slightly crazy idea. He knew that Severus had been persecuted by members of their own home as well, but most of them had left at the end of last school year. He quickly got up from the couch next to the comedian, leaving his things in the place that had become vacant. It was a clear signal to others that he would be back soon. After a while he was standing in front of Regulus Black's room.
He timidly knocked. He hoped Reg was up. He knew that he himself had rather abnormal wake-up times.
- Holy shit - Narcissa's cousin growled as soon as he saw him. - I thought it was important.
As Regulus began to lock the door with the intention of burying himself under his blanket again, Lucius slipped into his room at the last moment.
- What are you so excited at half past five in the morning?
- I have an idea that I need to discuss with you as long as I can remember it. I know that you won't laugh at me if it's something strange.
The dark-haired wizard finally looked interested. - All right. Speak. The sooner you finish, the sooner I go back to sleep.
- Today is Severus' birthday. Maybe we would ask the house elves to join our breakfast cake on this occasion?
A smile appeared on Regulus Black's face. - Then we have to go to the kitchen right now. If Slugthorn caught us, he wouldn't be angry. To his terrible remorse that he hadn't done anything more for Severus. I know that this year he was supposed to be at his Slug club so that he could establish business contacts. We both know that without this he would have a hard time finding a job. I talk too much. Let's go before it's too late.
Lucius was pleased. The boy immediately got down to business. Narcissa would call a community meeting to discuss everything. He himself hoped that the elves would agree. His Slytherin nature prompted him to see an embarrassed Miss Evans when she finally realizes whose birthday they are celebrating.
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Durmstrang, January 9
Richard woke up, whe he felt that his wife getting out of bed. It was more effective for him than the alarm clock. When he saw Jean walking towards the bathroom, he already knew what was going on. This damn woman has decided to get back to running. If she thought he would let her run alone in unfamiliar terrain, she really was wrong.
- You've waken up? - she asked embarrassed.
He walked over to his wife and, closing her in his embrace, kissed her cheek. He approached her mouth with every word. - How would you not know that I cannot sleep without you by my side. Wait for a while. I will go with you.
The woman smiled. She enjoyed the fact that her husband was as caring as he was at the beginning of their relationship. He wasn't jealous because he knew that only him existed in her life. But the possessiveness that sometimes awoke within him excited her greatly.
- You're not coming with me, honey. - Before he could say anything, she pushed him back onto the bed and straddled him. Sitting just above his penis, she gently moved her hips. He growled. In one swift movement, he turned them so that she was at the bottom. Before he kissed her, she heard sentences that caused a wave of pleasure in her body. - You are all MINE. Only MINE. Always MINE.
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Severus Snape couldn't sleep. Last year, at this time, Regulus Black half-consciously wished him birthday wishes. He missed him. And not only him. Lucius, Narcissa, Bellatrix, Evan… Reg. He wasn't sure if anyone in Durmstrang would decide to celebrate his birthday with him. He knew he could count on Helen's family. And to be honest it was really enough for him. It really was enough for him to be happy.
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Hogwarts, January 9
Lily Evans came down to breakfast sadly in her heart. This will be Severus' first birthday that they will spend separately. The first since the day they became friends. She knew she had made many mistakes because of her newfound popularity. Each day showed her clearly what a void in her life had been left by the disappearance of the only boy who had seen her for herself and not for her beauty.
She looked around and lowered her gaze to the chair Sev occupied. The Slytherins still left it empty. As if Severus' absence was only temporary. As if he had never left. And apparently the Gryffindors were to be the ones loyal to their friends.
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As James sat down across from Lily, he saw that she was more upset than ever. He knew that the lack of Snape had an impact not only on him but mostly on her. During the Christmas break, he realized that if they were ever to be together, they should work through everything that had happened since they got back for their sixth year. He had to show her that while his behavior towards the black-haired Slytherin was unacceptable, her behavior was even worse. While he was persecuting a boy whom he wrongly considered as his enemy, she did nothing but plead to stop their activities. She could go to Professor McGonagall. She was a prefect. She could take home points from them in such an amount that they wouldn't want to joke. He knew it wasn't worth dwelling on.
He looked around and lowered his gaze to the chair Snape usually sat on. He smiled because the Slytherins still left them empty. To his satisfaction, Lucius Malfoy was already in the Great Hall. He didn't know what this crazy blonde was going to do to him but he had to take this step. For a mother who would like to see her friend more often without any problems. And for himself, because he wanted to become at least a nice friend to Severus.
He got up. He hoped that Bellatrix sitting across from Malfoy wouldn't kill him as soon as he got closer to their table.
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Sirius couldn't believe his eyes. James Potter was going to the Slytherin table. More specifically, towards the self-proclaimed Slytherin Prince, Lucius Malfoy. Fortunately, not only he was surprised by the behavior of his friend. After a while he was hit in the ribs by Remus Lupin sitting next to him.
- You see what I see? - Remus asked him, revealing his emotions in his voice for the first time in a long time. - What's going on with James?
They both heard Peter snort. - I think he decided a little late to make amends for his sins. - Then he added looking at Sirius. - On the other hand, it's better late than never, right?
Black saw that Peter had recently started to move away from them. He no longer followed them like a lost puppy. He had his own opinion. And he spent time without them more and more. He was curious WHO was causing Peter to change behavior.
- I think you might be right. - Lily sighed. - The fact that he has been abusing the person he should worship for five years has shocked him greatly. I know he likes me, but he is conflicted for now. Do you even know what he was doing during the christmas break?
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The table suddenly went silent, which surprised Lucius very much. He was just browsing the mail-order bookstore catalog, intending to add another Potions book to his reference bookcase. Without Severus, who was always willing to "explain, not doing for you" while studying, he needed additional resources. Hesitantly, he looked up. To his surprise, he saw an embarrassed James Potter.
- Do you need anything? You got the tables wrong? - he growled, sharper than intended.
- I know Severus Snape has his birthday today. If you can contact him ... It doesn't have to be today. Could you pass this letter to him? You can read it if you want to check if the content doesn't hurt him.
- I'll keep this letter. However, if you want to fix anything between you, you will have to understand your mistakes. Every mistake. We both know that there were many of these mistakes.
Lucius looked at Narcissa and Regulus. They both nodded to him. He liked how he could communicate with them without words at times. He reached for a plate and placed a piece of cake on it. - Please take and eat. We asked the elves for it. It's for Severus' birthday. His favorite flavor.
James Potter looked as if his weight had fallen from his shoulders. He said goodbye and turned away. The blonde managed to hear a whisper. - I did it. I did it.
- Why did you do that? - Bellatrix was angry.
- For his mother. Dorothea Potter was a Slytherin and is my father's friend. I can't help but feel as though Fleamont Potter has vanished from the horizon, this asshole might be my stepbrother.
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As soon as James sat down he began to eat the cake. He didn't usually eat sweets at this time of day, but he was curious to know what flavor was Severus' favorite.
- What was that? - Sirius growled, offended that James had done something without consulting them. - And what is it? - He added pointing his finger at the dessert standing in front of James.
- I gave Malfoy a letter for Severus. This is a cake. Snape is gone and they are celebrating his birthday.
Lily was studying what he was eating. - I think I know what it is.
- Don't tell me that. I want to guess by myself.
Sirius Black was relieved to see his friend beginning to be as cheerful as when he met him.
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Durmstrang, January 9
Aleksiej Ivanovic entered the hall. He could see that most of students' thoughts were still on the holiday break. That's why he thought they would take the opportunity that today was the birthday of Mr. Severus Snape and Ivanna Aleksandrowicz. He thought it was worth recalling the traditional spells associated with the transition to the next year of life. He knew they would like it.
- Hello kids. It's time to start the first day of classes after Christmas. And we will start them differently than usual today. Many of you, after seeing the Phantom Flame, have asked me about other traditions that have been useful and have been forgotten. I also invite you to celebrate the birthday of two students. Severus Snape and Ivanna Aleksandrowicz.
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