Godric's Hollow
After Tom finished planning Hadrian's recovery, Severus and himself apparated to Godric's Hollow. Severus began walking around the little town and waited for Tom to begin. As soon as it got dark Tom applied his Voldemort glamour, and made his way to the Potters. He knocked on the door and immediately killed James Potter. The dumb fool wasn't even carrying a wand. Voldemort then silently ran up the stairs until he reached the room where the singing came from. He quietly opened the door and before Lily had time to react, he killed her as well. He then cast a spell to make sure that Hadrian was okay and had not suffered any injuries. He sent his snake patronus to tell Severus that it was his turn now. After casting protective spells around Hadrian, he apparated back to Riddle Manor.
Severus POV
As soon as Tom's snake patronus delivered his message, I ran to Lily's house. Although I was once in love with her, she now disgusted me. How could anyone as smart as her be dumb enough to to follow Albus Dumbledore? I had really expected better from her. And as if that wasn't bad enough, she kidnapped my godson. If she wasn't already dead, I would have killed her. However, now was not the time to show my deep hate for the Potters. I had to pretend to be in love with her and mourn her loss. I had to act heartbroken and distraught. As soon as I arrived at her house, I sent a message to the Aurors who arrived in a matter of seconds. I cried and sadly said that Voldemort had been here and that I was about to visit Lily when I heared a scream. I told them that I ran to her house, and saw the dark mark in the sky. The Aurors were frightened by this. It was well known that the Potters were a light family and close friends with Albus. I began weeping and this compelled the Aurors to check the inside of the house. A few minutes later, Hadrian Riddle was found. Soon, reporters and journalists flooded the area and demanded details. The Aurors told them everything. By tomorrow morning the wizarding world would know that the Potters kidnapped Hadrian. Being Hadrian's godfather, I took him in my arms and told the Aurors that I would take him home. Before they could argue with me, I apparated to Riddle Manor. As soon as I got there, Tom and Bella were already waiting there impatiently.
Tom POV
The second Severus arrived, I felt relief flood my body. My dark prince was finally home, and I felt eternally grateful for seeing him again. Bella ran to Severus and grasped Hadrian. She held him tightly to her chest and silently cried. I was so happy to see my Bella showing emotion and returning to her former state. I knew that Bella was going to be even more overprotective than she already was. Bella walked towards me and I embraced both her and Hadrian. I was feeling over the moon for having my family here protected in my arms. I was sure that if conjured a patronus right then it would be brighter than the sun.
December 8, 1990 (Bella POV)
Tom, Hadrian, and I were on our way to St. Mungo's. Cygnus and Aurora's daughter was born a couple hours ago. I would never admit this to anyone, but I really hoped that their daughter's eyes would not be as cold as Aurora's could become. We knocked on the door and walked in. Laying on the hospital bed was a beaming Aurora. Her eyes sparkled with happiness and warmth. "Bella, Tom come look at her! I'm so excited for you to finally meet her!" Aurora gushed. A chuckle escaped Tom's mouth, and I couldn't stop smiling. "Congratulations to both of you! It will be nice for Hadrian to have another friend to play with besides Draco", Tom said. "Oh yes! I can't wait to see them play together and get cute pictures of them!" Aurora exclaimed. "On a more serious note, Aurora and I have decided for both of you to become Daphne's godparents" Cygnus calmly said. "It would be an honor! Now I get to spoil your baby girl rotten!" I was so excited to go out and buy cute baby clothes! "Hadrian meet your new friend!" I lowered my arms so that Hadrian could look at her. I was sure that one day my baby boy would fall in love with her. She was a spitting image of her mother, with beautiful blonde-silver hair and stunning icy blue eyes. I couldn't wait for the day, when her eyes would intimidate by Dark Prince. Hadrian reached out to touch the captivating little girl. When they touched something magical happened. A bright golden light blinded everyone in the room, and silence followed. "Oh, this is beautiful and so special!" Aurora cried, her eyes glimmering with tears. Both families knew what this meant- Hadrian and Daphne were soul bound. Soul bounds were extremely rare, and in the last 500 years only two couples had had it- Tom and myself, and Hadrian and Daphne. I was so happy for my little Dark Prince and his Princess.
2 Years Later
The past two years have been utter bliss. Hadrian has changed me and Tom for the better. Tom is so much more relaxed and care free. There are times when I forget that I am married to the most feared wizard. Watching Hadrian grow up into an adorable little 2 year old is one of my most treasured experiences. It has truly been a delight and privilege. Draco and Hadrian have formed such a close bond, that they consider themselves brothers. Draco has also taken on the role of Daphne's older protective brother. They have such a special and unique relationship, not to mention they look similar enough to pass as actually siblings. Hadrian and Daphne's relationship is one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. They are so in synch and understand each other so well. There soul bound isn't complete yet, they still have to kiss, but that can wait. Once they kiss, magic will completely bind them to each other and special characteristics can be shared. With Tom and my bond, I became a parselmouth. Currently, I was watching Daphne and Hadrian play together in the garden. Suddenly, something cold gripped my heart. A sobbing Cygnus appeared and ran towards me. "Bella, Aurora... She's gone. She's...she's dead." Cygnus wailed in despair. Tears flowed down my face, and I felt as if I had suddenly lost a sister. Aurora and I had become sisters in the last two years. We got closer than ever before and now she was gone. I felt arms wrap around me, and Tom held me while I sobbed. I looked up at Tom, and saw that he too was crying. Tom and Aurora's relationship had strengthened over the course of the years. It was amazing to see Tom open up to another person. Their relationship was so unique and quirky. They argued and protected each other like siblings, and were partners in crime when they pranked the inner circle. I knew that today both of us had lost a sister. I heared a little voice crying, and looked to my right. My little ice princess was crying and Hadrian was trying to comfort her. Tom picked Daphne up and held her as she cried. I went to talk with Cygnus about what had happened. "Cygnus...how did she..?" "You know how she always loved potions. Well she was trying to create a new potion...when something went wrong. Our whole potions lab was destroyed. Bella... I don't know how I'm going to raise Daphne by myself. I don't even think that I can look at my daughter. All she will do is remind me of Aurora's death. You know how she looks just like her..." I was shocked, "Cygnus! How can you say something like that about your daughter? She won't be a reminder of Aurora's death, she will be a part of Aurora that lives on. Aurora wouldn't want you to look at Daph that way. I know that working at the ministry means long hours, but Daphne is welcome here anytime. I'm her godmother, I'll look out for her." Immediately Cygnus stood up, and in a cold demeanor grabbed Daphne from Tom's arms. He quickly apparated away to Greengrass Manor. "Tom, I'm worried about him. He said something about Daphne... I'm sacred for her. What are we going to do baby?" "Bella, if anything happens we will take care of Daphne. You know that I love her like my own daughter. If Cygnus can't appreciate her then we will. She is a kind and beautiful little girl. She deserves to be treated like a princess. We will carefully watch her in the following weeks, and if anything is off tell me. Don't worry Bella we will get through this."
