Late Arrivals and Lifetime Rivals: Snape's Worst Halloween
Chapter 17: A Master's Plan
Lord Voldemort stood regally outside on the grounds of the dilapidated Riddle House.
Soon he was encircled by black-cloaked figures in silvery, skeletal masks.
"I see that all of my servants are accounted for," said a high, cruel voice, "we can begin."
"As you all know, it is October and Halloween is drawing near," the Dark Lord said coldly.
"It has come to my attention that the Order of the Phoenix held a Halloween party last year."
Several of the Death Eaters turned to look at one another.
"It is unfortunate that details are scarce, due to the fact that Dumbledore is the secret keeper of the abode where the party was held," Voldemort hissed.
"I thought it best that I throw my own. Why should that fool of a wizard get all of the…"
The Death Eaters shook their head in agreement.
"You will all accept my invitation or suffer my displeasure, resulting in very severe consequences for failing to do so. Am I quite clear?"
Severus Snape could not believe what he was hearing. Of course, he had to report some details to the Dark Lord. However, how this was relevant…
"In the matter of costumes, food, libations, ours will be…better," said the Dark Lord.
"Wormtail, I will give you instructios that you will carry out. However, you are not to oversee every aspect of the "party planning." You will seek my approval over every detail. The Dark Lord has a reputation to uphold, of course. You will not fail me, Wormtail. Others are only dreaming of joining my ranks,' said Voldemort in a threatening tone.
Wormtail kneeled and kissed the hem of his master's robes.
He did not exactly see the crowds rushing to join Voldemort.
He opened his mouth to speak and then thought better of it.
He only had one good hand left.
"Might I remind you all…anyone who fails me can be replaced or is expendable. Now, any ideas for a theme will be placed in the box near Nagini."
"You may go. Invitations will be forthcoming. R.S.V.P. by the date…think about what I have just said."
The Death Eaters apparated as did Severus Snape.
