**Disclaimer** I do not claim to own anything that's not mine (J.K. Rowling wrote these amazing things before I could even dream of them). I do claim my main character, Dee.

The Black Lake was a buzz as the whole of Hogwarts gathered for the 2nd Task of the Tri-Wizard Tournament. I was in a sour mood to say the least. George HAD been missed while he was stuck down by the lake. He'd been sent to Professor Dumbledore when he'd finally showed up. I had let my mouth unhinge too much apparently. My mention of Professor Dumbledore had earned me a lengthy lecture about secrecy...George had asked Dumbledore about me.

"How many times have I told you that it's crucial no one knows about you?"
"But people DO know about me already, not a lot, but still..." I argued back. Dumbledore slammed his fist down on his desk. It's not very often you see him this worked up over something.
"The fewer, the better. This is for your safety. There are people out there that would hunt you down if they knew who you were." He explained.
"...Like my uncle?" I asked meekly. He looked at me sharply.
"Yes, as well as the rest of the Death Eaters. If Voldamort knew who you were and what you can do, he'd hunt you down and give you the option to join him or die."
"Well then, I'd choose to die." I said stubbornly. Da got a crazy look in his eye. His body drew up tight, into his full height.
"I WILL NOT ALLOW YOU to be in the position to MAKE that Choice! I WILL keep you safe, even if it kills me! I WILL NOT Lose You, like I lost Your Mother!" Magic sizzled in the air around him. It was kind of scary but at the same time, impressive. It made me proud to know this man was my father. I backed down and he calmed down but he continued to lecture me on secrecy for another thirty minutes.

I sat, cross legged, on the shore next to the lake. Taking deep breaths, my eyes closed. I prepared myself for the task ahead. I opened my eyes and secured my wand harness on my ankle. I really should wear one of these all the time.
"Dermo thermosi." I commanded with my wand. This would help keep myself warm while swimming in the chilly water.
"Anapno Hydrosu." Oops. My lungs gasped for air as I had now just made is so I breathed water instead. I jumped up and headed into the water as quickly as possible. I sucked in water like a parched fish. When I breathed out, bubbles of air came out. I laughed at the feeling. So odd... I swam in the direction of where they were to star, keeping myself invisible.

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Harry had been great. I'd kept my eye on things once the event started. Fleur had been the first to fail. I wasn't sure the hulking guy from Durmstrang, Krum I think his name is, would last either. He was having difficulties at first, trying to turn himself into a shark. Stupid boy, didn't he realize sharks were better salt water inhabitants? Probably just chose it for it's fierce reputation. Hermione seemed to like him though. Not exactly her type though. It's painfully obvious to everyone except her and Ron, that they are meant for each other. Though that also reminded me that people thought George and Alicia were great for each other too. I scowled. Anyways, back to the task. Diggory had been the first to surface only because Harry wanted to save them ALL. I didn't hesitate to report this part to Dumbledore. Of course, I had to disguise myself as a mermaid chieftainess to do so. I was glad that I did report it though. It earned Harry 2nd place instead of 3rd, which was amazing. Everyone was very happy for Harry, including me.

The Gryffindor's were all a riot as they celebrated Harry's success in the 2nd task. The common room was full. Harry was surrounded his friends, but he looked to be in a daze. Ron was boasting to anyone who would listen about how he helped rescue Fleur's sister. I had to stay and keep an eye on Harry, otherwise I would have been gone already. So much excitement and I was tired. The crowd was loud and didn't seem like it would die down any time soon. I found an empty corner and settled myself to the floor. I sat, lulled by the endless drone of voices, ready to fall asleep. I pulled out my wand to play around, hoping to keep myself awake. This was one of my favorite things to do in large crowds when I was bored. I would silent cast simple prank spells at people and see them blame others or just pretend it didn't happen. Some times people took credit for the pranks I played but I didn't care. I decided my first target would be Ron, since I was tired of hearing him repeat his blasted story of "Heroism". With a flick of my wand, I directed a silencing spell at him. It was just a weak one though. It only lasted for about 10 seconds.
"Oi! Who did that?" Ron demanded. Fred and George appeared suddenly and sandwiched him.
"Ronald, I think someone is trying to send you a message." George said.
"A message?" Ron asked, confused.
"Yeah. Shut your ruddy trap already." Fred answered. Ron scowled.
"Whatever...Now, where was CROAK!" His eyes widened and hands covered his mouth at the sound. I could barely hold back my laughter. I had sent a jinx at him to make him croak like a frog whenever he opened his mouth. Everyone around him was laughing.
"CROAK, CROAK, CROAK!" He tried again without success. His face was beet red now and he ran off to the boys' dormitories with Harry following after. I sighed with relief that now I could get out of Gryffindor common room and get some sleep.

As I headed towards my nearest hidden rest place, my stomach grumbled with hunger. I rubbed my tummy, silently shushing it. I opened the door to my sanctuary. It wasn't really worthy of that title, but it was mine so I enjoyed it. The small room had a nest of blankets and pillows in one corner of the room, all just directly on the stone floor. Then there was a short cabinet that held some extra clothes and had a water pitcher and basin on top. A few wash rags folded neatly and a brush next to the basin were some of my most valued possessions. A small oval of a mirror hung on the wall behind. I used my wand to fill the basin and pitcher with water. Putting my wand away, in my now permanent ankle harness, I started to bath myself with a rag. I began to undress when I heard a sound behind me. I turned, but saw nothing there. I stripped down to my nickers and bra. I grabbed my favorite, over sized, red long sleeved sweater from the cabinet to wear. I crawled into my "bed", my tummy was still growling at me, but I was too tired to care. As I drifted off to sleep, I thought I heard footsteps and a door close, but sleep overwhelmed me keeping me from being able to contemplate it.

***I know I said I wasn't updating til Monday or Tuesday, but I got it typed up yesterday so figured for my Birthday, I'd give you guys an update. =) I actually wrote this as 3 different scenes in a chapter (which usually on here I like to post a scene per chapter) but I decided to combo them together since they were all so short separately. Hope you enjoy! Thanks for Reading! Please Review! =)