Chapter 1

Harry and the trio were returning from their stroll to the bridge. Both Ron and Hermione were still trying to process the events that transcribed at the bridge. How Harry revealed he is the current owner of the Elder Wand, how he managed to fix his phoenix wand with it and finally decided to break the Elder Wand and throw it off the bridge. Ron was still sulking a bit that they could have atleast used it for themselves, but still felt that it may not be right to do so, while Hermione understood exactly what he was trying to do was really proud of him. When they reached the Great hall, everyone were mingling with each other, some were trying to remove some of the debris to make place for others, some were trying to move the body of the fallen ones, etc. The ministry officials can also be seen doing some works and enquiries. Harry went towards the fallen ones and stopped infront of the fallen couple infront of him. The deaths that hit him the most last night. Remus and Tonks. They were still holding their hands. He can't help but think, could he have done something better? Could he have saved them? Could he have saved his godson from being an orphan like him? Could he have saved the Weasleys from the pain of loosing Fred? Could he have saved more lives?

While Harry was thinking, all of the sudden the room started to get colder. When he turned around he could see that everyone were feeling it as well. He could see a concern in their face as well. Everyone got up and had their wands in their hands. They were all ready to face a possible dementor attack. But out of a sudden, a bright light came from the top with a bang and everyone ducked. Harry could feel the light was dimming a bit. Soon he heard some shrieks coming from the kids. Harry got up and turned around with his wand in his hand. But what he saw was not what he expected to see. Stood there in air was a black cloaked hooded figure. The cloak was flowing a lot even if there was no wind. The hood wasn't covering the figures face and the face was a skeleton with green light glowing from its eye sockets. Harry could feel that the atmosphere was getting more and more colder. Though he was sure this isn't a dementor, he wasn't sure whether it will attack them or not.

Shocking everyone, the figure spoke in somewhat a middle-aged man's voice, "Don't worry Mr.Potter. I'm not here to harm you. Not that you would stand a chance if I was." He finished with a chuckle.

Harry was feeling both shocked and pissed at that comment, but he decided to push away that thought for now. Composing himself he asked, "Who are you and what do you want?".

The figure answered, "I have several names. Some call me Azarael, some call me Damien, some call me Mortimer, some call me Thana/Thanatos. You can call me whatever you want. And for why I'm here, I have come to give you a gift."

Harry was trying to process the answer when he heard a gasp from Hermione. She had her hand on her mouth and her eyes were wide open. He could really see she was shaking a bit. She removed her hand slowly said, "You are Death".

And the Pandemonium erupted. Eveyone shrieking and were trying to move as far as away from Death.

Death chuckled and said, "Absolutely spot on Ms.Granger. And for the my sake, stop creating a scene everyone. I'm not here to take anyone's life. If I had to I didn't have to come here for here. I could have done it from where I was. On the contrary I'm here to give a reward".

The entire hall became silent and were confused by Death's words. It was Harry who came forward and asked, "What do you mean by "Give a reward"?".

Death smiled and replied, "Yes Mr.Potter. Give a reward. You see Tom Riddle, or as most of you know Voldemort has been defying death way too many times in unnatural and unholy methods. It was pathetic of him to do it. I have been waiting for a moment to get my grasp on him. But like I said, certain soul anchors he created were preventing him from his natural death. But, you Mr.Potter and your friends over here managed to destroy them and were able to kill him once and for all. Now he has reached my dimension. He is going to pay for all sins he has done here. Oh, I'm going to enjoy it. And I can assure you all he won't return."

Everyone relaxed at the comment and some even applauded.

Death then talked to Harry telepathically, "No one else can hear what I'm going to tell you now Harry as I'm doing it directly to your mind. I didn't disclose much about horcruxes and what Riddle did because I don't want anyone else to follow his path nor to know that you were a horcrux as well. Also I'm impressed with what you did with those little gifts I gave your ancestors. The Deathstick was indeed far too dangerous for one person and the stone is nothing more than an illusion. As for the cloak it is personal a gift from me to you. You deserve it, just like Ignotus Peverell".

Harry was stunned by the conversation and after hearing the Death's praise he had was indeed proud of his actions and didn't even doubted about it after it.

Death then continued, "As I said, you and your friends managed to destroy Riddle and his soul anchors, so I'm here to grant you all a reward. A well deserved reward."

Now everyone were curious to what the reward was and murmurs could be heard of all possible rewards.

Ron asked, "What is the reward?".

Death replied, "I'm going to ressurect 8 people."

Pindrop silence spread through the hall. No one could believe what they heard. Though everyone had some ideas of that reward might be, no one saw this coming.

Harry got out of his own shock and asked, "Wh..What?"

Death chuckled at his confusion and replied, "Yes, as a reward I'm going to resurrect 8 people who died in the hands of Voldemort or his followers, each person for Riddle and each of his soul anchors. But, as I told the person should have been killed by Riddle or his followers." Death waited for some time for everyone to truly comprehend what he said. He then continued, "So you're going to begin Mr.Potter. You can name 5 people you want to resurrect. 1 obviously for Riddle, 3 for 3 soul anchors you destroyed and 1 for the soul anchor Albus Dumbledore destroyed. It should have been his reward, but as he is dead and as you were the one who killed Riddle, you can take his reward."

Harry was really thrilled by the opportunity he was getting. He is getting a chance to bring back dear ones he lost. He knew who all he wanted to bring back. But, he had only 5 chances. After sometime he thought of the talk again. Death was going to resurrect 8 people. But he was only given 5, because he had only earned that much. So the remaining 3 are going to go for others who destroyed to horcruxes like Ron. Which means he doesn't have to ask to resurrect Fred, because Ron will do it for sure.

After finalizing his names, Harry spoke, "There are no words to express how grateful I'm for this chance and I'm going to use it wisely. First I want bring back my parents, James and Lily Potter. Second, I don't want my godson to live a life I did. I don't want him to be an orphan. So, I would like to bring back Remus and Nymphadora Lupin". He heard a cry of joy behind him. It was Andromeda Tonks. She gave him a watery smile and mouthed a thank you. Harry gave her nod and continued, "As for my final chance, I was going to name Fred. But then I remembered you telling me how you are planning to resurrect 8 people and I only have 5 chances. Which means Ron is going to get 1 chance and I'm pretty sure he would ask Fred to be resurrected." Death nodded confirming his suspicion. "So, I would like to resurrect my godfather, Sirius Black."

Some were shocked by the last name and some even shrieked at hearing. Though most of them were aware of Sirius' innocence, many especially the students were unaware of it. So, when others explained to them, they calmed down.

Death nodded and said, "A good choice. These five people shall be resurrected. Now Mr. Ronald Weasley. Just like Mr. Potter here pointed out, you had indeed destroyed a soul anchor which gives you a chance to resurrect someone. Is it your brother Fred Weasley?"

Ron didn't even another second and nodded, "Yes. It is Fred indeed. Please bring him back." The entire Weasley family were elated by the news and George even ran to Ron and hugged him.

Death nodded and continued, "Very well. Fred Weasley shall be resurrected. Now Ms.Hermione Granger. You must be aware of the fact that you also destroyed a soul anchor. So who do you wish to resurrect?".

Hermione's mind was absolutely blank. She had no idea whom she should bring back. Fred, Sirius, Remus and Tonks were all chosen by Harry and Ron. She needs to select someone as well. Someone who deserved a second chance. Someone who lost their life before they were even ready. That's when she looked around the room and found someone. A man who saved her life just hours ago. Without him she wouldn't even have been alive. It was Amos Diggory. While she, Ginny and Luna were duelling Bellatrix, Dolohov came behind her and fired a killing curse. No one so him other than Mr. Diggory. He managed to put a rock in the path just in time, which not only saved her life but also brought Kingsley's and Mr. Weasley's attention to Dolohov, who managed to take him down. Though she thanked him a lot after, she knew it wasn't enough. So decided what to say.

Hermione said, "I wouldn't have been alive today if it wasn't for Amos Diggory. I would like to give him the best gift for what he did for me. So I would like to bring back Cedric Diggory."

Amos Diggory was stunned by that revealation. He couldn't believe his own ears. He had fell his crying and shaking by his side. Past 3 years were pure hell for them. They lost their boy all of a sudden. He was the first martyr of this war. Even though they accepted the reality, they weren't still over the pain. To know that they are getting their son back was beyond their imagination. All Amos could was a watery smile and nod to Hermione, which she happily reciprocated.

Death smiled and said, "Cedric Diggory shall be resurrected. And finally, Mr. Neville Longbottom".

Neville was confused. He had no idea why was he being given a chance. He hasn't even done much other than blasting the bridge or killing the snake... That's when he remembered what Harry told him last night. "Kill the snake. No matter what". He turned towards Harry who understood what was going in Neville's mind and nodded in confirmation.

Death continued, "You were the one who destroyed the last soul anchor. So you get to bring back one person."

Neville had something in his mind. But he wasn't sure if could ask for it. He reluctantly asked, "I know they aren't dead. But they're in a condition that is worse than dead. Can you bring back my parents to normal?".

Death replied after sometime, "I'm sorry Mr. Longbottom. I know they're in worst state and I can assure you that Bellatrix Lestrange is going to have a really great time for it as well. But I can't do anything for them as they aren't dead. So is there anyone else?".

Neville sighed and nodded. He looked around him. He had no idea what to do or who to bring back. He was absolutely confused until when his eyes fell on the dead body of the boy who fought by his side the entire year. He never thought that under the over enthusiastic, talkative, restless and naive boy there was a great warrior who helped get DA in action and was his right hand in all sense.

Neville turned to Death and said, "I would like to bring back one of my friends. He was there when we all needed him. He could have escaped if needed. But he decided to stay and fight. So I would like to bring back Collin Creevey."

Neville felt a small weight come and hit him on the side. It was the Dennis Creevey. Collin's younger brother, who was in the second year. Neville awkwardly smiled and tapped his head.

Death smile and said, "So Collin Creevey it is. All these 8 people James Potter, Lily Potter, Remus Lupin, Nymphadora Lupin, Sirius Black, Fred Weasley, Cedric Diggory and Collin Creevey shall be resurrected. So mote it be". A green light spread through the room and four beams went outside as well.

Death continued, "You shall find them at their last residing place. Also I would like to point out that they wouldn't be of the age they were when they died. I have aged them to this moment of time. So don't get panocked or confused. I think it is time for us to part. Adios."

Death telepathically said to Harry, "Until it's your time Harry. The one who welcomed death like an old friend".

Harry could only smile and nod in gratitude. With that a bright spread through the hall and when it dimmed Death was gone. Everyone were trying to process what all just happened. And their thoughts were interrupted by some shrieks and gasps. When everyone turned towards the source they saw the something that they thought it might not even happen. Among the fallen four were sitting up. There were fear and confusion on their faces. They were none other than Remus, Tonks, Fred and Collin.

End of Chapter 1

I always loved resurrection stories in Wattpad and always wanted to right one. So this was my take on it. In most stories it was Harry who selected who all needs to be resurrected. I felt all four of them had the right to decide. So I planned it this way. Next chapter of this story will be uploaded next month.

I have also written some other stories which you can read in my profile. They are Harry Potter stories - Shadow, A "Grave" Mistake, M-Squad and a Harry Potter/Avengers Crossover story Warlock : The Beginning.

As for readers who are already following my stories, I'm so sorry about the delay and I'm planning to update the stories soon. The next chapter to be uploaded is Chapter 3 of Warlock : The Beginning. After that Chapter 6 of Shadow, which will be uploaded the week after.

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