The atmosphere in the guest suite was tense and heavy with emotion. Narcissa Malfoy, her face a mix of resolve and distress, stepped forward, her voice trembling but determined.
"I'm calling the Aurors," Narcissa declared firmly. "This can't continue. Walburga Black must be held accountable for the abuse."
Walburga's face went pale with fear. She stumbled toward Orion, who was still sitting on the bed, his face flushed and tear-streaked.
"Orion, please!" Walburga's voice was desperate, cracking with emotion. "You have to say it's not true! You have to tell them it's all lies!"
Orion's eyes were red and swollen from crying. His body shook as he struggled to speak through his sobs. "I… I can't. It's true, Mother. You did all of this…"
Walburga's hands trembled as she fell to her knees, her pleas growing more frantic. "No! No, Orion, please! You're lying! This isn't true! You must tell them it's not true!"
Sirius stood beside Orion, his expression a mix of protective anger and sadness. "Orion has been through too much. He's telling the truth. This abuse cannot be denied any longer."
Narcissa moved swiftly to the fireplace, pulling out a communication crystal to contact the Aurors. "This needs to be handled immediately. I'll get them here."
As she spoke, Walburga's pleas continued, growing more desperate. "Orion, please! I'm your mother! Don't do this to me!"
Orion, still crying, turned his face away from her. The emotional and physical toll had left him feeling drained and helpless. "I'm sorry, Mother. I just can't…"
Walburga's shoulders slumped in defeat. She sat back on her heels, her face buried in her hands as she began to sob uncontrollably. The reality she had tried so hard to deny was crashing down upon her.
Minutes later, the Aurors arrived, their presence adding a new layer of gravity to the situation. They took in the scene, their expressions serious as they prepared to handle the arrest.
Lucius approached the Aurors, his face a mix of sorrow and determination. "Walburga Black is to be taken into custody for child abuse. The evidence and testimonies are clear."
As Walburga was led away, her pleas grew fainter, lost amid the overwhelming sense of justice and the need to protect Orion. Sirius and Narcissa stayed by Orion's side, offering him what comfort they could amidst the chaos.
Narcissa knelt beside Orion, her voice soft but firm. "You're safe now, Orion. We will make sure you get the help and care you need."
Orion, though still shaken and exhausted, nodded weakly. The immediate threat was being addressed, and with it came the promise of healing and justice. The road to recovery would be long and difficult, but for now, the most pressing battle had been won..