SURPRISE! Finally got around to doing some more writing. This story isn't very popular which is cool. I'm still gonna finish it as I believe it is something different than anything else I have read. You may have a lot of questions after this chapter but promise all will be answered in the next.

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Chapter 2

Severus stood in front of the main gate of his beloved Hogwarts. It was only a few weeks before the beginning of the new school year. He had much to do and the first thing was to notify all muggleborns that they were not to attend. It wasn't because the dark lord demanded it. Rather the new headmaster felt it was for the own safety. It could be the best decision of his life or the worse if Voldemort finds out his true reasons.

He was expected, and was not surprised when no one was there to greet him. Placing his hand on the gate he felt the magic of the castle warm his hand. Smiling slightly he thanked the grand lady and entered the sacred grounds. Slowly making his way up the gravel drive his eyes roaming the area for any possible attacks. He knew he would have problems with the staff, after all it was a well known fact that he was the one who killed their beloved headmaster. The leader of the light. Severus sighed, Albus asked far to much of him yet he did as was asked and now he was almost the most hated wizard in all of Britain. Only one higher was the dark lord and that was only because they feared him more than one of his death eaters.

Suddenly the air was knocked out of him and he toppled backwards unable to find traction to stop his fall. Heavy panting filled the air along with horrible smell. Ready to kill whatever attacked him he went for his wand only to feel something wet run up his face.

"Bloody dog. Fang get off me you great brute." Severus, snapped trying to push the huge hound off him, without much success.

"S'rry bout that headmaster." Hagrid's deep booming voice called out as Fang was pulled away from Severus. The headmaster could hear the amusement in the man's voice.

"He still acts like a puppy." Severus stood gracefully and pulled out his wand and cleaned his robes.

Looking at the half giant he suppressed chuckling, but gave a small grateful smile to one man who he knew trusted Albus Dumbledore's words as law. If he had no one else on his side he would be okay. Sadly though it wasn't to be. Hagrid had a important job to do and Severus hoped the big loveable lug could act. But that could wait. Right now he had to go and settle into his rooms and meet with the staff.

Severus looked around the headmaster's rooms. The private rooms were surprisingly tastefully decorated. No garash colours one would expect from Albus Dumbledore. His personal belongings had been sent forward and the house elves had already brought up his things that he had to leave when he left a few short months ago.

His office was still exactly the same though as though no one had the heart to remove all the small trinkets and books. Maybe they belonged to the school rather than Albus himself. Severus was surprised that they actually brought him comfort. As of yet he hadn't faced the portrait that sat behind his desk. Unsure if the headmaster was even awake yet in his frame. He hadn't wanted to face him just yet, but knew he couldn't put it off for much longer. The other headmasters were asleep or at least pretending to.

Headmaster the staff are waiting to be allowed entry. Thanking Hogwarts Severus chuckled he had always wondered how Albus always knew who was coming into his office.

"Severus. Please forgive an old man." Pinching the bridge of his nose the young headmaster shook his head.

"Later Albus. I need to speak with staff." with a wave of his wand he opened the entryway to his office. He had yet to tell anyone the new password, which he would give to only staff members.

It was no surprise that Minerva was the one to lead the rest of the staff in. The sour look on her face spoke volumes of what she thought of him. There was nothing he could say or do that would make her understand that he did what he needed to and he did what was asked of him all for the greater good. He and Minerva had once had an amicable relationship before he left. He could never say they were friends but at least they could get on and exchange small gifts birthdays and christmas'. Hagrid came up the rear and squeezed himself in the far corner out of the way. Or at least as much as the half giant could.

"Headmaster Snape you called us for a meeting." Minerva said sharply.

"Yes and thank you everyone for coming back earlier than usual. Things are going to change and I must insist that you all do your best with the situation."

"Changes?"

"Yes. Muggle borns will no longer have a place within these walls." The teachers were in a uproar. Denying magical child was unheard of. They were not only a danger to themselves but muggles as well, with being unable to control their magic.

Severus held up his hand silencing the staff. "What of the ones that are already enrolled the letters have already been sent out."

"I will make sure that the acceptance letters are cancelled. Also we will be having the Carrow's join staff." Another round of shouting before Severus could speak again. "Defence Against the Dark Arts will be replaced by Dark Arts." That was it. Nothing Severus did could silence the staff. Taking out his wand he placed a silencing charm at everyone. "The Dark Lord has taken over the control of not only the ministry but Hogwarts as well. We must do as we are told. If any of you go against these orders I will have no choice but to fire you. I know each and everyone of you and hope that you will stay and help protect our students."

Most of the staff nodded a few seemed to not able to move. Several staff members were silently crying, including Hagrid.

"That is all for now. Any questions please come ask." with that Severus cancelled the charm and nodded before turning and going to the window signaling a clear dismissal. "Hagrid please stay behind."

It didn't take long for staff to leave the office. Hagrid blew his nose stiffing quietly. "'eadmaster?"

Once again Severus pulled out his wand and waved it over the paintings covering them and putting up a charm so they couldn't hear the conversation, all except Albus.

Severus looked over the great hall. So many missing, even with law being passed that all magical pureblood and half bloods were to attend Hogwarts. Many half blood parents had the sense to leave England and enrol their children in other countries. The Slytherin table was the fullest. They wore smug looks on their faces. The headmaster just wanted to smack them over the head but just turned to look over the other tables. Ravenclaw had twelve missing, with one in particular missing. Luna Lovegood had been captured and was now imprisoned at Malfoy Manor. At least they were been looked after well enough. When he could he took down potions to help with any injuries that had been inflicted by over zealous minions of the dark lord.

Hufflepuff were missing many more than Severus would have thought. Twenty one gone many of them muggleborns. Taking a deep breath he eyes went to the Gryffindor table. There was the smallest group. Nearly half the students were missing. Of course the golden trio were nowhere in sight. Ginny Weasley looking lost sitting next to Neville Longbottom who had his arm protectively wrapped around her shoulders. Said boy….No, young man looked the new headmaster in the eye. Where once it was fear Severus saw in the boy's eye was now determination. Giving Longbottom a slight nod he turned to speak to the Carrow man who was not hiding his lust as he stared at the youngest Weasley.

"Remember the Dark Lord's orders. You are not to touch the purebloods. They are to be looked after. You leave them to me. Send them to me if there is any trouble from them."

Amycus hissed. "What our lord doesn't know won't hurt him. I don't want no filthy half-blood. Why should you have all the fun."

"The Weasley chit and Longbottom are to be the first to be trialed if you take what is not yours the dark lord won't think twice of killing you. In fact why don't you send them up to me tonight. The Weasley first." Severus stood getting all the students and teachers attention.

"Welcome to a new year. Detentions will now be longer." Severus paused letting all the chatter go on for a few minutes. "Silence!" Even though he never raised his voice the order was clearly not to be ignored. "Dupties Carrows will be in charge of punishment. Believe me when I say you do not wish to find out what it is. Now new rules, no muggle clothing is to be worn at all. No Hogmead weekend. You are here to learn. New classes will begin and all must take them. Dark Arts will be from First through to seventh year. Defence is no longer available….to anyone." Severus looked directly at the Gryffindor's. He knew about Potters little club.

"You will walk in an orderly fashion. Year seven's will lead students to their common rooms in silence at all times. Now I know you must be tired. I bid you good evening." Severus sat. Only the Slytherins clapped.

"Headmaster you wished to see me?" Poppy asked.

"Is that not what my note said. I wish you to meet me in my office along with Weasley and Longbottom."

"Very well." she stood and straightened her cap before heading to the entrance of the great hall to gather said students with Amycus following her rubbing his hands together in glee.

TBC