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DucksRMagical Joined: 28 December 2006 Posts: 2095 Location: Boycotting All Future Warner Brothers Films	Posted: Monday 21 April 2008 01 43 27 pm    Post subject: Re: Albus Potter and the Secrets Within in topic:Albus Potter and the Secrets Within Thanks, Fawkes! I realize that now. I'm going to change it to 'The Surprise Visitor'. i.e. Teddy. This is the second to last chapter, just to let everyone know. Chapter 38: Graduation "May I have your attention, please," Professor Kendrick stood up and announced at the End of Year Feast the a couple days later. Albus stopped talking to John and turned to face the Headmaster. "Thank you," Kendrick continued once the Great Hall was quiet, "What a year, what a year. It is hard to believe that it is now June. The year has ended with quite a shock. I know that you all know by now what transpired on the grounds this past week." Albus glanced around at his fellow students and saw that they were all turning to stare at him. He sunk down in his seat a little bit and tried to avoid their gaze. "I want to assure you all that the Aurors are looking for both Professor Washburn and Jarett Willinson, as well as Quinton Willinson. Whether this was an isolated attack, I am not sure. But whether there are more attacks to come, I am sure we will all stand strong, and stand as one. Whatever is coming, we will deal with it. We have dealt with evil in the past and chances are we will deal with it in the future." Professor Kendrick paused and looked out at his students. Everyone had returned their gaze to him, and were no longer staring at Albus and his friends. "Now, onto lighter matters. I have a few announcements, then the House Cup needs awarding. First, O.W.L. and N.E.W.T. results will be mailed partway through the summer, like usual. Second, the graduation ceremony will take place tomorrow, at ten o'clock. And lastly, as usual, I must remind you of the fact that using magic is prohibited while you are not in school over the summer. "And now, the House Cup. In last place, Hufflepuff with 376 points." Kendrick announced. Albus clapped politely along with everyone else in the Hall. "Next, Gryffindor with 413 points." Albus groaned, as did everyone else sitting at the Gryffindor table. No doubt that the many points Washburn took from all of them helped assure that they did not get the House Cup. "In second place, with 452 points, Slytherin." There was a bit more polite applause, but none of it from the Gryffindor table. "And in first place, Ravenclaw with 563 points! Congratulations, Ravenclaw!" Kendrick waved his wand and the decorations transformed from their usual Hogwarts colors into the Ravenclaw blue. Albus clapped his hands, while looking glumly at his plate. Oh, well, there was always next year. At least they'd gotten the Quidditch Cup. "I think that is all that needs to be announced," Kendrick said once the applause died down, "And with that, enjoy the feast!" Kendrick waved his wand once again and food appeared on all the plates. "We'll win it next year," John announced as he heaped his plate high with chicken, "But you know what, I'm going to miss this food over the summer...." "'Course we'll win it next year," Albus agreed, "Washburn won't be here anymore to take off unfair points." "You don't know who Kendrick'll get to replace him, though," Rose warned. "Good point," Matt said as he buttered a piece of bread. He was still recovering from the full moon and wasn't that hungry. Normally, he wouldn't even be out of the Hospital Wing yet, but he had convinced Madam Pomfrey to let him attend the feast. "Do you know if your dad will be teaching DADA again next year?" "Dunno," Albus shrugged. He hadn't really thought about it before, but Harry had come to teach DADA at a moment's notice, and maybe Kendrick really didn't have time to get anyone else. But now he'd have the whole summer. "Hope he does," Matt replied, "Otherwise, we'll be getting two new teachers, and what are the chances that both of them will be nice?" "Not high," Rose said. "I like having Uncle Harry teach here. I hope he comes back." "Me, too," Albus agreed. John and Amanda nodded. "Just hope our next Charms teacher is nicer," Amanda said, "Of course, it won't take much, will it?" "Nope," Rose replied, "Won't take much at all." ****** Albus awoke the next morning with just enough time to catch a quick breakfast in the Great Hall before making his way to the grounds for the graduation. "We'll see you after, when we're getting on the train," Rose said to John and Amanda as she got up from the table. "Bye," John mumbled, his mouth full of toast. "Have fun," Amanda waved. Albus and Matt waved as they followed Rose out of the room. "Good thing it's sunny today," Albus commented, "Remember Teddy's? Last year?" Rose laughed, "Oh, yeah, how could I forget that?" "What happened?" Matt asked. "Worst thunderstorm of the whole year," Albus grinned, "It's funny looking back on it, but it wasn't then. We got soaked, despite the tents Kendrick put up. Not to mention the wind, thunder, and lightning. Scared Lily out of her mind. Mum had to take her into the castle partway through." "Glad it's not like that this year," Matt agreed. The three of them walked onto the grounds and over towards the chairs that had been set up by the lake. People were already milling about and finding seats. Albus spotted his parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins, all taking up practically half the seats. "There's my mum and dad," Matt pointed to two people sitting down near where Albus's Aunt Fleur and Uncle Bill were, "Want to meet them?" "Sure," Albus said and Rose nodded. Matt started walking towards them, but once they noticed him, they came running towards the three of them and met them halfway. "Oh, Matthew! How are you? Are you feeling ok?" A short blond woman with an Australian accent enveloped Matt in a tight hug. "Mum!" Matt said, his cheeks turning red, "I'm fine! Really, I am." "Are you sure? You look a bit pale. Did you sleep well last night?" the blond woman asked anxiously, with her arms still wrapped around her son. "I'm sure! I slept fine, really," Matt assured her. "Julie, I think he's fine." The man, who Albus guessed was Matt's dad, pulled the woman off of Matt. He also had an Australian accent and was tall, with graying hair. "Oh, all right," the woman sighed, "I just worry." "I know, so do I," the man said quietly, then turned to Matt, "How was the end of term?" "Great, really. Well, with the exception of what happened with Washburn," Matt told them. "And you wonder why I worry so much," the woman said to the man, "I'm glad everything else was fine." "Oh, these are my friends," Matt gestured to Albus and Rose, "Well, two of them anyway. Albus Potter and Rose Weasley. They're both Victoire's cousins, like I told you in my letters. Albus, Rose, this is my mum and dad." "Pleased to meet you," Rose smiled and shook their hands. "Hi," Albus shook their hands after Rose. "Hello, dears," the woman gave them a warm smile. "So you're the ones who set off fireworks in Professor Washburn's class?" Mr. Eckerton asked. "Er, yeah," Albus answered nervously. Matt's dad just laughed, "That sounds like something I'd have done in school. Of course, I did plenty of other stuff...." Mrs. Eckerton gave him a stern look. "Not that I'm saying you should pull pranks like that, of course. You should behave yourself in school, son," Mr. Eckerton said quickly to Matt. Albus stifled a laugh and noticed his own parents, followed by his Uncle Ron and Aunt Hermione walking over towards him. "Hi, Mum and Dad!" Rose grinned and greeted her parents as well, "Hello, Mum, Dad." "Albus!" Ginny let go of Lily's hand and wrapped her son in a big hug. "Hi, Mum," Albus replied and rolled his eyes and Ginny finally let him go. He looked over and saw that Rose's parents were doing the same thing with her. Albus gestured to Matt and his parents, "This is our friend, Matt. Well, you already know him, Dad," Albus laughed, "But anyway, these are his parents. And Matt, Mr. Eckerton, Mrs. Eckerton, those are my parents, and my Uncle Ron and Aunt Hermione, who are Rose's parents. And my little sister Lily and Rose's little brother, Hugo." "Nice to meet you," Matt's dad stuck out his hand. "Walter Eckerton. And my wife, Julie." The adults spent a few minutes exchanging hand shakes and pleasantries, while Albus and Rose introduced Matt to Lily and Hugo. "How'd you get those cuts?" Hugo asked Matt loudly, gesturing to the partially healed cuts on Matt's arm. Since the full moon was only a couple days ago, they still hadn't completely healed. "Didja get 'em from that duel with Professor Washburn?" Hugo said excitedly, "'Cause that was awesome. Wish I'd been there. I woulda blasted him all the way from here to Hagrid's Hut!" "Er, yeah, they're from the duel," Matt replied quickly. "Wicked!" Hugo grinned. "Can't wait until I can come here." "Just another year, Hugo," Albus smiled at his cousin. "But don't count on getting to duel with evil teachers. I'd rather not have had to do that." "Me and Lily acted out the duel, didn't we, Lily?" Hugo told them. Lily nodded her head. Hugo continued, "I got to be Washburn, only I won. Lily ran away." "Did not!" Lily shouted. "Did too!" Hugo shouted back. "Kids, calm down," Ginny said sternly. "Mum, can Matt come stay with us over the summer? John, too, but he's in the castle. They can come for mine and Rose's birthday party," Albus asked. "I don't see why not," Ginny smiled, "As long as it's ok with his parents." "Can I go stay with Albus?" Matt asked his parents, "Please?" "I don't know..." Mrs. Eckerton looked worriedly at her husband. Mr. Eckerton glanced at his wife and replied, "We'll have to think about it." "Oh, come on! Please?" Matt pleaded, "I'll be fine. Albus even said they'd have the party at, a, good time." Harry seemed to catch onto what the Eckertons were worried about and gave them a meaningful gaze, "I understand your worry, but I'm sure Matt will be fine if he stays with us for a few days. And we will schedule the party at a good time." The Eckertons still didn't look convinced, but Matt's dad said, "He probably will, but I'd still like to talk it over with Julie. We'll get back to you, all right?" "That's fine," Harry replied. Matt groaned, "You worry too much." "Sometimes we have to worry," Matt's mum told him, "You know that." "I know," Matt sighed. "I think the ceremony's starting now," Harry announced. "We'll be in touch with the details of the party." "Sounds good," Mrs. Eckerton replied. "See you after, Matt," Albus waved. He and Rose followed their families to the chairs that were set up on the lawn. Albus sat down next to Rose and Harry and waited for the ceremony to begin. There was a large stage set up in front of the chairs, with a tall podium embossed with the Hogwarts crest. Next to the podium was a table piled with Hogwarts diplomas. All the seventh years sat in the first few rows of chairs, dressed in their black Hogwarts robes and a wizard's hat. After a few minutes, in which everyone who had been milling around and talking came and sat down, Professor Kendrick strode up to the podium and began talking. "Welcome, friends and family, to the graduation ceremony of the Hogwarts Class of 2017. I remember the first time these students stepped foot into Hogwarts. Many were excited and just as many were scared and nervous. Some thought they knew all of Hogwarts's secrets, and others hardly knew anything about the Wizarding World at all. But that did not matter. Because now, they all stand as one, equally prepared to take on the world around them. I believe that great things will happen to the people in this class and that they will do great things. "This class is a special one to me. Every class at Hogwarts is special, but the year I became Headmaster was the year this class came to Hogwarts. I think that I was just as nervous as they were, if not more so." Kendrick paused as the audience laughed. "And I remember each one of their sortings. I remember Tyler Pike tripping over his own feet as he made his way to the stool. He's certainly come a long way from that, becoming captain of the Ravenclaw Quidditch team. I also remember Olivia Kaden's smile as she was sorted into Hufflepuff and ran to join her sister at that table. And who could forget the loud shout of glee from Teddy Lupin as Victoire Weasley was sorted into Gryffindor." Professor Kendrick continued his speech for another ten minutes. After he was done, each of the Heads of House went up to the podium and gave a speech as well. Albus liked Neville's speech the best. He talked about how proud he was of each and every Gryffindor that was graduating that day, and what made them special. Albus found it a bit difficult to pay attention to Professor Patil's speech about the Ravenclaws because she used such big words that Albus hardly knew what she was saying. He assumed it all meant that Professor Patil knew that all the Ravenclaws would wind up making great contributions to the Wizarding World in the discoveries of various things. Professor Polo gave a good speech about the Hufflepuffs, and then Slughorn gave one, but it didn't focus much on the Slytherins. His speech mainly consisted of listing who he had taught at Hogwarts, and how famous they are now. He spent a good portion of it talking about how he had taught Harry. Albus saw his dad grimace as Slughorn mentioned what a marvelous potions brewer he had been. Albus had to stifle a laugh at that, because he knew the story of Snape's potions book and how Harry had wound up with it in his sixth year. Professor Kendrick took the podium once Slughorn had finished, "Thank you, Professors Longbottom, Patil, Polo, and Slughorn. Now, two outstanding students shall speak on behalf of their class. First, Head Boy Tyler Pike. And then, Head Girl Victoire Weasley." Tyler Pike took the podium and began his speech. It was a long-winded speech full of more words Albus didn't understand, much like Professor Patil's had been. Must be a Ravenclaw thing, he thought. Albus glanced at Rose and noticed she was paying rapt attention. Maybe she should have been in Ravenclaw. Once Tyler concluded his speech, Victoire stepped up to the podium. She waited for the crowd to stop their applause for Tyler's speech and then she began. "Wow, what a crazy seven years it's been!" she paused and smiled at the audience. "I remember our first day here. I was scared, we were all scared. Short first years, lost in a sea of older students, and now we're at the top. Over the past seven years we have not only gotten an education that will serve us throughout our entire lives, but we have forged friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. Memories. In the end, that's all we've got. I know I speak for us all in saying that the memories we've made here at Hogwarts are some of the best we have. It hasn't always been easy and not all the memories are good ones. We've all lost the House Cup at least once in the past seven years, we've lost Quidditch matches, failed tests, and had fights with friends. But now isn't the time to dwell on those memories. Right now we should remember the good times. The times we did win the House Cup, the spectacular wins in Quidditch, the tests we've aced, and the fact that our friendships are strong enough to withstand a few rows. "I'm sure we all have mixed feelings about leaving Hogwarts. I know I do. This castle has been our home away from home for the past seven years. A good portion of our lives have been spent here. It will be sad to leave Hogwarts behind, but this moment is what we've been working towards ever since we stepped off the train when we were 11. Hogwarts has prepared us, not only academically, but socially, for the world before us. We are ready, we can go into the world and make something of ourselves. When you look out at the class behind me, don't just look at us as the Hogwarts Class of 2017. Look at us as the future Healers, Aurors, researchers, and who knows, maybe even the future Minister of Magic. So, in conclusion, we are ready to face the world. Whatever it has in store for us, we will be able to take it on. Using our different talents, we as a group will be able to take whatever the world has to throw at us." The audience broke out into loud applause. Albus clapped along with them. He thought Victoire's speech had been much better than Tyler's and judging by the applause, everyone else thought so, too. The applause died down as Victoire went back to her seat and Kendrick took up the podium once again. "Thank you, Tyler and Victoire," he nodded his head in their direction, "Now it is time to present the diplomas." Kendrick waved his wand and the podium moved to the side, while the table with the diplomas moved to the center of the stage. The four heads of houses got up and stood next to the table. Kendrick stood on the other side and picked up the first diploma. "Katelyn Isabelle Asterly," he called out. A tall, red haired Hufflepuff stood up and walked over to the headmaster. She took her diploma and shook Kendrick's hand. Then she shook all the heads of houses' hands and walked off the stage. She walked the short distance to the lake. Albus watched her and noticed that Hagrid was standing there. The boats they had crossed the lake on earlier in the year were sitting on the calm water. The headmaster continued to call off names. Albus recognized a few of them, but most of them were people he had just seen occasionally. "Amy Marie Eckerton," Kendrick called out a short while later. Albus and Rose clapped loudly as Matt's sister accepted her diploma and walked over to the growing group of seventh years near the lake. Albus watched as Kendrick called out more names. He recognized the two Slytherins that had hexed him earlier in the year. Neither he or Rose clapped for them. They politely clapped for everyone else. Albus also recognized the Quidditch captain, Samantha Meyers and clapped a bit louder for her. The crowd of seventh years on the stage diminished until there were only two left. "Victoire Fleur Weasley," Kendrick announced. Albus and Rose clapped louder than they had for anyone else as their cousin shook Kendrick's hand. Albus heard Teddy whistle and give a loud shout of 'Go Victoire!' as she shook Neville's hand. Professor Patil shot him a stern look and he quieted down. Albus had to stifle a laugh. Even after you graduate, you still have to listen to the professors, he thought. "Cameron Alexander Zabino," Kendrick called once Victoire had crossed the stage. A burly looking Slytherin accepted his diploma and joined his class by the lake. Kendrick waved his wand and the table disappeared. The podium moved back to the center of the stage and Kendrick stood behind it. "In the past seven years, the students in this class have learned a great deal about magic and life in general. These skills will help them as they pursue the careers and dreams of their choosing. It is time for them to journey from Hogwarts, on the same boats they arrived her on seven years ago. The first time they crossed this lake, they were both excited and scared about what Hogwarts had in store for them. As they cross the lake once more, they are more confident, but still excited and a bit scared about what the world has in store for them. I know I speak for us all when I say I'm sure they will do great things." Kendrick nodded his head towards the group of seventh years. The students climbed into the boats and Hagrid got into the one in front. He brandished his pink umbrella and bellowed, "Forward!" The boats all started moving, taking the seventh years away from Hogwarts and towards the new adventures that awaited them as adults.
Distortia Joined: 13 January 2008 Posts: 527 Location: Over the sea	Posted: Saturday 19 April 2008 05 41 39 pm    Post subject: Re: Chapter 1, Book 1 in topic:Chapter 1: The boy who lived Mmmmm... yes! I do miss those mad, wonderful times when costume parties and celebrations were on for the new books and movies. I am grateful for the fact that we still have 3 more movies to look forward to!
DucksRMagical Joined: 28 December 2006 Posts: 2095 Location: Boycotting All Future Warner Brothers Films	Posted: Friday 18 April 2008 06 14 37 pm    Post subject: Re: Albus Potter and the Secrets Within in topic:Albus Potter and the Secrets Within Chapter 37: The Surprise Visitor "You're going to be fine, James," Albus assured his brother at breakfast a few mornings later. James was sitting across from him, but wasn't eating anything. With the exception of James, everyone else at the Gryffindor table was in high spirits. Exams were over, and it was the last Quidditch match of the year. The only one besides James who wasn't eating anything was Matt, and considering that the full moon was that night, it wasn't surprising. "James, you've got to eat something," Samantha Meyers had appeared behind James and was pouring him a glass of pumpkin juice, "At least drink this." James nodded and took the goblet, but he only drank a few sips. He glanced nervously at Albus, and then looked up at the staff table. Albus turned and looked as well. Harry wasn't there. The past few days, Harry had been away from Hogwarts more than he had been there. He had been spending a lot of time at the Ministry, organizing the search for Washburn and both Willinsons. "He'll be there, James. He said he would. You know he wouldn't miss the match for the world." "Ok, team, let's go!" Samantha stood up and beckoned her team to follow her. James followed the rest of the team, with one last glance at the staff table. As they left, the entire Gryffindor table stood up and cheered. A few minutes later, Albus and his friends walked down to the pitch. "Last Quidditch match of the year," Albus sighed. "Yeah, just hope we win!" John shouted. "Hope so, too. But Ravenclaw will be hard to beat. They've got a good team," Albus replied. "At least the weather's good," John pointed out, "I don't think we've played in better conditions than this the whole year." John was right about that. It was warm, hardly windy at all, and there was just enough cloud cover to mask the glare from the sun. "I hope it's a quick match," Matt yawned as they climbed into the stands. "It probably won't be," Albus said, "We're pretty evenly matched with Ravenclaw." Matt groaned, "Maybe James will spot the Snitch early." "Wouldn't count on it," Albus responded, "James told me that in order to win the Cup, we've got to be at least 40 points up before he catches the Snitch. Otherwise, we'll win the match, but Ravenclaw will get the Cup. And Samantha has made it clear she wants the Cup. It's her only chance. She's only been captain for this year. Before her, it was Teddy." "Maybe you should've stayed in the castle," Rose said sympathetically. "And miss Quidditch?" Matt stared at her like she had three heads. Rose sighed. "I don't know what's with you guys and Quidditch," she muttered. "It's a good game!" Amanda grinned, "Way better than football." "Doesn't take much for something to be more interesting than football," John laughed, "I mean, honestly, what were the Muggles thinking? How can a game be exciting with one ball?" Albus laughed. He had to agree. He had been to one football match before. It was a community league, and Harry had taken him and James to see if they had been interesting in playing it. Throughout the whole match, both Albus and James had commented on how much better Quidditch was. Albus watched the stands fill up, hoping to catch a glimpse of his dad. He looked at the part of the stands where the staff sat, but the seat next to Neville that Harry usually occupied during Quidditch matches remained empty. Where was he? The match was about to start. He promised James that he would be there. "Welcome, Hogwarts students and staff to the Quidditch Final!" Todd Smith's voice boomed over the crowd. "Today's match is between Gryffindor and Ravenclaw! And here come the teams! "First is Ravenclaw. Captain Tyler Pike, followed by Dan Burke, Natalie Cable, Allie Davies, Damien Waverly, Kate Waverly, and Zack Valentino!" Seven players in blue robes walked out onto the field, with their brooms over their shoulders. "Next we have Gryffindor! Captain Samantha Meyers, followed by Ryan O'Malley, James Potter, Bradley Weasley, Fred Weasley, Georgia Weasley, and Heather Weasley!" The Gryffindor team marched onto the field and stopped in front of the Ravneclaws. "Professor Oteski steps onto the field. Captains Meyers and Pike shake hands, and the teams are off!" Albus watched as both teams soared into the air. Heather immediately took control of the Quaffle, passing it back and forth between Fred and Samantha. They flew down the pitch, dodging Bludgers sent by Valentino and Davies. "Gryffindor scores the first goal of the game!" Todd shouted out, once Heather managed to get the Quaffle past Kate Waverly. "Ravenclaw in possession now. Waverly passes to Burke, and then back to Waverly." "Hi, Al." Albus turned around at the sound of his name. Harry had appeared behind him and was climbing over the seats in order to sit down. Albus moved over so Harry could sit in between him and Matt. "Dad, you made it!" "'Course I did! I said I would," Harry replied as he sat down, "Did I miss anything?" "Heather just scored the first goal of the game," Albus grinned. "Awesome! She's got some arm, let me tell you. Even as a baby. I remember once, she threw one of her toys at me. Gave me a black eye," Harry laughed. "Why are you sitting here?" Albus asked, "You usually sit with the rest of the staff." "To be honest, it's more fun sitting here," Harry grinned, "I don't have to control my excitement when Gryffindor scores." At that moment, Samantha scored a goal, and all the Gryffindors jumped up, screaming and hollering with joy. Harry screamed the loudest of them all. "See what I mean?" Harry grinned, "The staff always has to contain their excitement, in order not to play favorites." For the next hour, the game continued with both Gryffindor and Ravenclaw scoring goal after goal. After the first initial goals, Ravenclaw caught up quickly and tied the match. Both teams showed exceptional skill, and there had still not been any glimpse of the Snitch. "Now, this is Quidditch," Harry grinned and looked at Albus. "This could be another for the record books." Albus agreed, "Yeah, we've just got to hope that we can somehow get 40 points ahead." "That could take a while," Harry said. "Cable of Ravenclaw has scored!" Todd shouted, "110-100 Ravenclaw!" "Merlin!" Albus shouted. Albus looked out over the pitch. Heather was in possession of the Quaffle again. Valentino was flying directly behind her and hit a Bludger towards her head. Luckily, she ducked at that very moment and the Bludger wound up hitting Damien Waverly instead. Waverly slipped off his broom, but managed to hold on with one hand. He got back on the broom and sent a nasty look towards Valentino. In the meantime, Heather managed to score another goal. It became clear within the next half hour of the game, that the Damien Waverly had been injured by the Bludger. His coordination was all off, and he was having problems catching the Quaffle. This, of course, worked to Gryffindor's advantage, and soon enough the score was 120-150 Gryffindor. "Just one more goal," Albus said, "One more and James can catch the Snitch." "It'll be hard to keep up that 40 point lead, though," Harry pointed out. "He'll have to find the Snitch soon after the goal is scored." "I hope he does," Rose said, "I don't think Matt can take much more of this." Albus looked over at his friend and felt bad that he had become so absorbed in the game, that he hadn't noticed how bad Matt looked. Matt appeared to have fallen asleep and was leaning his head on Harry's shoulder. He was wincing every once and a while, much like he had been during the Gryffindor vs. Slytherin game. Why did they always schedule Quidditch matches around the full moon? Harry nudged Matt gently until he woke up, "Wha's going on?" Matt asked sleepily. "You fell asleep," Harry said gently, "You're welcome to lean on me, but I wasn't sure if you wanted to miss the match." "I don't, thanks," Matt replied, blushing a little, "It's bad enough having Malfoy see me fall asleep in class, but during Quidditch...." "I don't think he can see you here," Albus said quietly, "He's on the other side of the stands." "Good," Matt responded. "But I still don't want to miss the match." Albus turned his attention back to the match. It seemed to be getting harder and harder for Ravenclaw to to score goals with only two chasers. Damien Waverly was flying more erratically by the minute and his teammates had long since stopped trying to throw him the Quaffle. However, despite the difficulties, Ravenclaw was putting up a good fight. Their other two chasers were superb. "Burke scores!" Todd shouted out over the crowd, "Making the score 130-150 Gryffindor! C'mon, you can do it, Gryffindor! Just two more goals and catch the Snitch!" "Darn," Albus sighed, "So much for one more goal." "It's all right, Al, two goals won't be hard," Harry shifted awkwardly to turn towards his son. Matt had fallen asleep on his shoulder again. "Madam Pomfrey didn't even want him to go to the match," Harry gestured to Matt. "But I convinced her to let him." "Thanks," Albus smiled, "He didn't want to miss it, even if he is asleep during half of it." "Well, Madam Pomfrey worries a lot," Harry told him, "Frankly, she wasn't too keen on James playing, either. Said he'd just recovered from his duel with those Slytherins and he ought to be resting. But I insisted that he could play." "He seems to be doing fine," Albus said as he glanced out over the pitch. James was currently circling above the rest of the players. The Ravenclaw Seeker, Tyler Pike, was doing the same. "He is," Harry agreed, "Staying out of the way, that's the best strategy for a Seeker." "Gryffindor scores!" Todd exclaimed, "Captain Meyers has scored!" "See, Al, now it's just one more goal, again," Harry said. The game was now entering it's third hour. There was still no sign of the Snitch, which was good for Gryffindor, since they still needed to score one more goal before James could catch it. About ten minutes after Samantha scored, Heather managed to score as well. "Yes!" Albus jumped up in his seat and shouted out in excitement. Now, James could catch the Snitch. "As long as Gryffindor can keep their forty point lead, and catch the Snitch, they will win the Cup!" Todd shouted. Albus watched as James started picking up speed and fly around the pitch, looking for the Snitch. But in the meantime, Dan Burke was once again storming up the pitch with the Quaffle. He flew straight towards the Gryffindor goals and managed to score another goal. "Damn!" Todd shouted. "Language, Smith!" Patil shouted next to him. "Sorry, Professor," Todd said, "Now, Gryffindor must score another goal in order to gain back the forty point lead. And they might be doing that now! Fred Weasley has gained possession of the Quaffle. He passes to Meyers and then Meyers passes it back. Fred aims the Quaffle, and score! Gryffindor has the forty point lead again!" The Gryffindors were all on their feet now, shouting in excitement and chanting 'Go, James, go! All of them except Matt and Harry. Somehow, Matt was managing to sleep through everything, and Harry continued to let him lean on his shoulder. Luckily, no one seemed to notice, besides Albus, John, Rose, and Amanda. They kept glancing worried looks at Matt, but eventually, they got sucked up into the emotion of the game and watched James's search for the Snitch. "And I think he's seen it!" Todd screamed, "Yes, Potter has seen the Snitch! He's flying directly towards the ground. Pike has noticed it as well, but he is all the way at the other end of the pitch. I don't think he'll get there in time. No, he definitely won't!" Albus watched as James flew closer and closer to the ground. Albus was sure he would crash into it, and watched nervously as James finally pulled out of the dive, just in time. He flew back up a few feet, holding the struggling Snitch in his hand. Albus turned to his dad. "We've won! We've got the Cup!" "Gryffindor wins! With 320 points, Gryffindor has not only won the match, but they've won the Cup as well! Congratulations, Gryffindor!" Todd's voice rang out over the crowd. "Matt, wake up!" John nudged his friend awake, "We've won, wake up!" "Wha'?" Matt slowly lifted his head off Harry's shoulder and looked at all the excitement around him. "Oh, right. Awesome!" Harry stood up, grinning, "I'm going to go congratulate James. I'll see you later. I'll probably stop by the common room, for the party." Albus gave his dad a hug before he left, "All right. See you later." "Let's get back to the common room," Rose suggested as she watched Matt rub his head, "We'll see James there." "Ok," Albus agreed. He knew Matt had no desire to join the mob of Gryffindors currently storming the pitch. Despite their slow walk back to the castle and up to the seventh floor, Albus and his friends made it back to the common room before most of the other Gryffindors. In fact, the only other people there were a few older students Albus didn't know, Amy, Victoire, and someone Albus definitely didn't expect to see. "Teddy!" Albus shouted as he spotted Teddy sitting next to Victoire on one of the couches. "What are you doing here?" "Came to see the match. James did brilliantly! They can't have found a better Seeker to replace me," he grinned, "And came to see Vicky's graduation, of course." He smiled at Victoire and giggled. "Oh, right," Albus grinned, "Glad you came!" "Yeah, it's great to be back here," Teddy grinned, "Well, I think I might go to Hogsmeade and pick up some supplies for the party." "Great!" Albus said, "See you in a bit." "You, too," Teddy stood up. He gave Victoire a quick kiss and exited the common room. It was really starting to fill up now, although the team had yet to arrive. "Are you going to stay for the party?" Albus quietly asked Matt. "I don't think so," Matt yawned, "Think I might take a nap." "Ok," Albus responded. Matt left the group and made his way through the crowd to the dormitories. "It's so unfair," Rose said softly as he left. Albus, John, and Amanda nodded in agreement, but no one said anything else on the subject. The group found seats at their usual table and shortly after they sat down, James and the rest of the team came into the room. "We've got it!" Samantha Meyers was the first to burst into the room, holding the Quidditch Cup above her head. "We did it!" She was positively beaming. The rest of the team climbed in behind her, all of them grinning from ear to ear. The entire common room burst into applause as soon as they were all inside. "Thank you, everyone!" Samantha shouted over the crowd, "I just want to say a few words." She waited until everyone was silent. "First, I just want to thank the whole team. We couldn't have done this without any of you. We've got a fantastic team here, and I'm definitely going to miss all of you next year. I especially want to congratulate James," she turned to James, who was clearly basking in the glory, "You have done an outstanding job this whole year. Coming in as Seeker, right after Teddy Lupin, who was one of the best Seekers this house has ever had. That, and being expected to live up to your dad's reputation. Well, all I can say is you have lived up to that expectation. And I think you are definitely going to rival Teddy as far as seeking skill goes-" "Ah, Samantha!" Teddy came bursting back into the common room, "Am I missing you rambling on about my brilliance on the Quidditch pitch?" "Actually, no, Teddy," Samantha laughed, "I was just saying how James could give you a run for your money when it comes to seeking." "Well, that's no surprise, since it was Yours Truly who trained him," Teddy joked. "Oh, shut it, Teddy!" Samantha replied. "And I get no credit at all?" Harry had come into the common room and was standing behind Teddy. "Harry!" Teddy turned around, grinning, "Glad you could come to the party! I've just gotten back from getting supplies." "Good," Samantha grinned, grabbing one of the bags and pulling out Butterbeers, "Then let's get this party started!" The party proceeded much like the one following the Gryffindor vs. Slytherin match had, only even more boisterous. Teddy had not only bought stuff from Honeydukes, but from Weasley's Wizard Wheezes as well. Teddy treated everyone to a display of Everlasting Fireworks, which took the shape of Gryffindor lions, Snitches, and broomsticks. Albus and his friends quite enjoyed it, and they also played round after round of Exploding Snap. Just like the previous party, no one left for dinner. Teddy had bought enough food that no one needed to. Even Harry stayed well into the evening. "You know, Rose," John said after what must have been their tenth game of Exploding Snap, "I don't think I've ever seen you without a book before." Albus looked over at Rose, who was indeed without any sort of book. "Well, exams are over now," Rose laughed, "I do take a break from studying every once and a while." "It's just sort of shocking," John grinned, "Rose without a book." "Don't worry," Albus laughed, "I guarantee you she'll be back to studying within two weeks of going back home." "Oh, shut it, Albus," Rose grinned. "Hey, guys," James was standing next to their table, his grin still as big as when he first came into the room. "Oh, hi, James!" Albus replied, "Congratulations on the match! You did brilliantly." "Yeah, it was awesome!" John agreed. "Great job!" Amanda said. "It was great!," Rose said. "Thanks," James replied, "You're trying out next year, right Albus?" "Yeah, definitely," Albus answered, "But I don't know if I'll make it. I mean, the only position open will be Samantha's." "I'm sure you'll make it," James assured him, "You're a great Chaser." "Thanks," Albus said quietly, his cheeks turning a bit crimson. "Great party, huh?" James said, "But where's Matt?" "He, er, doesn't feel good. He's in the dormitory, sleeping," Albus answered. "Oh, I hope he feels better soon. He didn't look too good this morning," James responded, "Well, I'd better get back to the team. See you later." Albus waved as James left and was absorbed back into the huge crowd in the room. It seemed as if every Gryffindor was in the common room. With Harry and Teddy there as well, there was hardly room to move. Albus kind of liked it though. He wasn't a huge fan of large crowds of people, but as long as everyone wasn't focusing on him, he was ok with it. And now, the attention was definitely on James and the rest of the Quidditch team. Albus glanced around the room and saw that the entire team was right at the center of things, along with Teddy and Harry. "Oh, hi, Matt," Rose said quietly. Albus turned his head away from the Quidditch team and saw that Matt had come down from the dormitory. He was leaning on the table and looking very tired. "Hi," he mumbled quietly, "I've got to go now. I'll see you tomorrow, probably." "Yeah, tomorrow," Albus agreed. During the past few months, Albus and the others had started visiting Matt the day after every full moon. Ever since the first time they had done that, Matt had started getting more and more comfortable with the idea of his friends seeing him so soon after a transformation. But Albus and the others had not visited him so early in the morning since. They now visited in the late afternoon, after classes were done for the day. "Want me to go with you?" John asked. "No, it's ok, Amy's going to," Matt replied "Ready?" Amy appeared next to Matt. "Yeah, I guess, let's go," Matt turned and started to walk towards the portrait hole. Amy followed closely behind. "Last one here, until September," Rose commented after they'd left. "Wonder what it's like at home?" John mused. "Dunno, but I don't think we should ask," Albus said quietly. "No, probably not," John agreed. Albus and his friends stayed up late into the night, playing games of chess and Exploding Snap. Harry spent most of the evening in the common room, but he left around 9 pm. However, the party continued well into the wee hours of the morning. It probably would have lasted much longer, but Neville came in around 1 am, and told them they had to go to bed. Apparently, the noise had carried into other parts of the castle and some of the other professors wanted to get some sleep. After Neville left, Albus dragged himself up to his dormitory. He was completely exhausted from staying up so late and fell asleep the moment his head hit the pillow.
Distortia Joined: 13 January 2008 Posts: 527 Location: Over the sea	Posted: Friday 18 April 2008 08 52 30 am    Post subject: Re: The Next Generation in topic:The Next Generation Geneve walked up to the winding road from the train platform, past the town toward an eery looking house on the hill. The others flanked her on each side, their robes blowing around them in the light wind. They seemed to keep away from her a bit, Geneve glanced to her left and right to see where her mother was. SHe wasn't there. Geneve stopped. "Where's my mother?" she said. She noticed the others looking at each other. Her father spoke from behind her. "She will meet us. Don't worry." he said, and put a hand on her shoulder. Geneve pulled away. "I want her here. I .... I don't trust you. I'm.... " Geneve felt a sudden rush of pain in her head. She grasped her ears and fell to her knees. "Ow! Please stop this!" she shrieked. Her father fell to his knees beside her, pulled out his wand and muttered an incantation. The pain stopped, and Geneve looked up into her fathers face. Her face was wet with tears. "You must never, ever show fear again, Geneve. It will not do. You do not have to be afraid. you have all the power you need to accomplish... everything." her father looked into her eyes, a wild look of admiration was in them. "I don't understand, what is happening to me?" Geneve choked through her tears. The pain from her fear was still lingering. "Geneve, be strong. Otherwise, the pain will come back. I cannot always stop it. I know you don't understand, but the power you have now... it will not tolerate fear. You must fight through it and use any other emotion you need.... please be brave. You will see...." he stood up, and took Geneve's hand, and they started walking again.
DucksRMagical Joined: 28 December 2006 Posts: 2095 Location: Boycotting All Future Warner Brothers Films	Posted: Monday 14 April 2008 01 26 12 pm    Post subject: Re: Albus Potter and the Secrets Within in topic:Albus Potter and the Secrets Within First chapter on Olympus! I'd like to thank Fawkes for helping me come up with the title. Chapter 36: The Truth When Albus woke up the sun was shining into the window next to his bed. He sat up and peered at the clock on the wall. It was two o'clock. Albus looked over at Rose's bed; she was still asleep. Madam Pomfrey came out from behind the curtains around one of the beds. She walked over to Albus once she noticed he was awake. "How are you, dear?" "I'm fine," Albus told her, while trying to peek at the other beds, to see how everyone else was. "Are you sure?" Madam Pomfrey asked, "Nothing hurts?" "No, I'm fine," Albus answered truthfully, "But what about everyone else? Where's my dad?" "They're all fine, too," Madam Pomfrey assured him, "They're asleep. And your dad left a few hours ago. He had to take care of some things at the Ministry. He said he'd be back later. Now, do you want something to eat?" "Sure," Albus said, suddenly realizing how hungry he was. Madam Pomfrey left the room for a few minutes and came back with a tray filled with sandwiches and pumpkin juice. She set it down on Albus's bedside table and Albus started eating. Rose and James woke up a few minutes later, and they joined Albus in his lunch. James immediately asked them what had happened last night. Albus and Rose explained the whole thing. "Blimey," James said quietly, once they had finished, "I always knew Washburn was evil." "Explains why he hates us so much," Albus replied, "We knew nothing about the Hallows, and he thought he'd be able to find out where they were by reading our minds." "Guess so," James agreed. "So, Dad said he'd tell us about the Hallows?" "Yeah, he did," Albus told him, "I guess he will when he gets back from the Ministry." John, Matt, and Amanda woke up an hour later, and Albus and Rose told them the rest of what had happened the previous night. They were all happy that Washburn, Jarett, and Quinton hadn't gotten any of the Hallows, but were worried that they had gotten away. They spent much of the afternoon discussing what would happen next. Albus was sure that, somehow, the rest of the school already knew what had happened the night before. They had no idea what Washburn, Quinton, and Jarett were after, but they knew about the duel that had taken place on the grounds. Madam Pomfrey spent a lot of time keeping curious students out of the Hospital Wing, and eventually she locked the door. Victoire and Amy were the first ones to visit Albus and the others in the Hospital Wing, followed by the rest of Albus's cousins. They all wanted to know what went on, and Albus told them most of the story. He left out the part about the Hallows, since none of Albus's cousins knew about them. Amanda, John, and Matt's parents showed up for a few hours each and were all relieved that their kids were ok. Once evening arrived, Madam Pomfrey made all of Albus's cousins and Amy leave, and she gave Albus and the others a large platter of food for their dinner. After they finished eating, Albus heard someone trying to get into the room. "Bloody hell, I think she locked it!" a voice shouted out. "Oh, Ron, honestly. Just knock," a female voice said. Albus heard a loud knock, and Madam Pomfrey came running out of her office. She flung the door open and Ron and Hermione came running in. "Rose!" Hermione shouted and descended upon her daughter. She wrapped Rose in a big hug. "Are you all right?" "Yes, Mum," Rose hugged Hermione back. Ron sat down on the bed and wrapped his arms around Rose as well. "Where's Harry?" Madam Pomfrey asked, "I thought he was coming with you?" "He was behind us," Ron glanced at the door. "I'm here," Harry appeared in the doorway and limped over to Albus's bed. He sank down on it and gave Albus a hug. "I told you not to walk on that leg yet," Madam Pomfrey scolded. "Didn't have much of a choice. I had to alert the Ministry. I've got Aurors looking for Washburn and both Willinsons right now," Harry explained. "Good," Madam Pomfrey handed Harry a goblet of potion, "Drink that." Harry took the potion and downed it in one mouthful. "Disgusting." "Dad?" Albus asked tentatively, "Are you going to tell us about the Hallows now?" Harry sighed, "I suppose." "You've got to let John, Matt, and Amanda listen to," Albus insisted. "I know, they've got to know what happened, too," Harry agreed, "We just need some place private." "How about the Room of Requirement?" Albus suggested. "You've found that already?" Harry grinned. "Well, Matt showed it to us," Albus explained. "Oh," Harry replied, "Well, that would be the perfect place." Harry stood up. "Poppy, I've got a bit of explaining to do to the kids." "Can't you do it here?" Madam Pomfrey asked, "It really would be best for them all to stay here a while longer." "I promise we'll all come back once I'm done," Harry said. "Really, Harry, they need rest!" Madam Pomfrey insisted. "I owe them an explanation, Poppy," Harry said quietly. "Oh, fine!" Madam Pomfrey threw her hands up in disgust, "But don't have them out too long." Harry grinned. Albus got up out of the bed. James, Rose, John, Matt, and Amanda all got up as well. They followed Harry, Ron, and Hermione to the door. "I'm getting too old for this," Madam Pomfrey muttered as they left. "You're not leaving, are you?" Matt asked nervously. Madam Pomfrey smiled, "Of course not, dear. Don't you worry." The group made their way slowly to the seventh floor. Once they reached the portrait of Barnabas the Barmy, Harry started pacing. After a few moments, a door appeared where it hadn't been previously. Harry opened it and everyone followed him inside. The room looked a lot like it did when Matt asked for it. The only noticeable difference was that this time there were more armchairs and another couch. Harry sat down on one of the couches. Albus and James sat on either side of him. Ron, Hermione, and Rose took the other couch, while John, Matt, and Amanda took the chairs. "Dad," Albus began, "We already know about the Hallows." "You do?" Harry asked. "Er, yeah, we know about the connection to Tale of the Three Brothers, and we know that the Deathly Hallows are the Elder Wand, Resurrection Stone, and the Invisibility Cloak. We just don't know why you've kept it a secret." Harry sighed, "How long have you known?" "A few months now. Since April. Matt told us about them." "Really?" Harry looked at Matt, "You knew about them?" "Yeah, my dad told me," Matt answered, "But I wasn't sure if I believed they existed or not, until Albus told me about the Cloak." "Not many people think they're real," Harry replied, "I first heard the Tale of the Three Brothers when I was 17. It was the year that Ron, Hermione, and I were hunting Horcruxes. When Dumbledore was killed, he left each of us something in his will. You already know that he left Hermione the original copy of 'The Tales of Beedle the Bard', written completely in ancient runes. Ron got the Deluminator, and I got the first Snitch I ever caught. "Hermione decoded the runes and noticed a symbol in a drawing that went with the Tale of the Three Brothers." Harry pulled a piece of parchment and a quill out of his pocket. He drew a triangle, with a circle inside it, and a line connecting the top of the triangle to the bottom. "This was the symbol. We recognized it because at Bill and Fleur's wedding, Xenophilius Lovegood was wearing it on his robes. Viktor Krum approached him about it because this symbol is also Grindelwald's symbol." "Grindelwald, that evil wizard Dumbledore defeated?" Matt asked. "Yes," Harry continued, "But at one point, Dumbledore and Grindelwald were friends-" "What?!" Matt shouted. "They were," Harry said. Albus already knew this part of the story, but it must have relevance to the Hallows, if Harry was telling it again. "They were friends, who were obsessed with uniting the Hallows. That symbol is the symbol of the Hallows. The triangle is the Cloak, the circle, the Stone, and the line, the Elder Wand. Grindelwald and Dumbledore's friendship fell apart after Dumbledore's sister was killed. Eventually, Dumbledore had to confront Grindelwald and defeat him. Grindelwald had the Elder Wand, and when Dumbledore defeated him, the Wand changed its allegiance, and Dumbledore became the new master." "Dumbledore had the Elder Wand?" Albus asked. "Yes, he did," Harry said, "Now, after Hermione decoded the story, we went to see Xenophilius Lovegood, and he explained the Hallows to us. We were skeptical, but we knew that the Cloak existed. You may have already guessed this, but Voldemort found out about the Elder Wand and he wanted to get it, because he believed it would enable him to kill me. That is why he wanted someone to kill Dumbledore. However, before Snape killed Dumbledore, Draco Malfoy disarmed him. The Wand changed allegiance once again. You see, the Elder Wand doesn't change allegiance when a wizard kills the wizard it belongs to. That wizard just needs to be defeated. Defeat doesn't always equal death. Since Snape killed Dumbledore, Voldemort assumed that the wand had shifted its allegiance to Snape, but in actuality, it belonged to Draco. "When we got captured and taken to the Malfoy Manor, I disarmed Draco. I defeated him. Even though he did not have the Elder Wand in his possession at the time, it was still his wand. But when I disarmed him, it became mine. The Elder Wand had been buried with Dumbledore, but Voldemort stole it. Voldemort assumed that the wand had allegiance to Snape, so Voldemort used his snake to kill Snape. "After Snape died, I viewed his memories in the Pensieve, and found out that I was a Horcrux and I would have to die in order for Voldemort to die. As I was walking into the forest, I tried once again to open the Snitch that had failed to open earlier in the year. It opened, and inside was the Resurrection Stone. In the forest, Voldemort tried once again to kill me, but he only succeeded in killing the Horcrux inside me. When I came back, Voldemort and I had one final duel. He had the Elder Wand, but it's allegiance belonged to me. He tried to kill me with a wand that was mine. A wand will not work properly against its rightful owner. So, when we dueled, Voldemort's killing curse bounced off my disarming spell, and hit him." Albus stared at his dad, "But what about the fact that Voldemort used your blood to come back to life? Isn't that why you survived?" "That's part of it, Al," Harry told him. Albus didn't know what to say. He finally had the answers he had been looking for. This was why no one else knew about them. The Hallows did have to do with Voldemort's downfall, a big part. "Where's the Elder Wand now?" James asked, "Do you have it?" "No," Harry answered, "That wand is too much trouble. It's back with Dumbledore. And if I die a natural death, it will have no allegiance." "Oh," James replied, "Would've been cool, though, having an unbeatable wand." "And the Stone?" Albus asked, "Is it really somewhere in the forest?" "Yes," Harry answered, "And I have no idea where. The only Hallow I've got is the Invisibility Cloak." "But you did unite them, the Hallows?" Albus asked. "For a little while, yes," Harry said. "I was the Master of Death." "That's what Washburn and the Willinsons wanted to do, right?" "Yes, that was their plan," Harry answered. "But they did not succeed." "Do you think they'll try again?" Albus asked quietly. "Yes, Albus, they probably will," Harry replied, "But I'm hoping that they will be in Azkaban soon. There are Aurors looking for them right now." "I hope they're caught," Albus said. "Me, too," Harry agreed, "I'll do everything I can to make sure that they are." Albus sat quietly, thinking about everything his dad had said. Harry had united the Hallows, he had been the 'Master of Death'. Albus was relieved that he finally knew the whole story, but he still had more questions. Had his dad ever used the Resurrection Stone? How did it wind up in the forest? But Albus decided to ask the question that had been pulling at him since he first heard 'Hallows' mentioned months ago. "Dad, why didn't you tell us?" Harry sighed, "It was a mistake not telling you sooner. I want you to know that. I should have told you last summer, when I told you everything else. But at the same time, I didn't want you to tell anyone about it. I wanted to wait until you were older and more mature." "So you didn't trust me?" Albus asked. He hated it when people told him he wasn't old enough to do something, or know about something. "Not exactly. I didn't want you to be tempted to tell people about the Hallows. If word got out that there is an unbeatable wand out there, especially one that is on the Hogwarts grounds, the result could be bad. Look at what Washburn and the two Willinsons did. And they are just three people. Imagine if half the school was going after that wand? I'm not saying everyone would want to use the wand for evil, but if everyone was going after it we could have a disaster on our hands. The idea of power, whether one is going to use it for good or evil, does crazy things to people. And that is why I didn't tell you. I didn't want a lot of people to know about it. But that didn't work at all. Now, more people than just you and James and Rose know about it. "Which brings me to my next point," Harry said in a more serious tone, "None of you can tell anyone anything I have told you tonight. You can't tell anyone that the Hallows exist, and that they are all currently residing somewhere in or around Hogwarts. A lot of people know about my Cloak, but without knowledge of the Resurrection Stone or the Elder Wand, they won't think anything of it." "I can't even tell our cousins?" James asked. "No, I'm sorry, but you can't," Harry replied "I won't tell," Albus assured Harry. Rose, John, and Amanda all nodded. "Wish I could tell my dad," Matt said, "He'd love to hear about it." "Is he interested in the Hallows?" Harry asked. "Yeah, he was. He went all over the world researching them when he was younger. Never found out where they were. Gave up after he got married and my mum got pregnant, though. He still believes they exist," Matt replied. "Maybe I'll tell him, someday," Harry answered, "But for now, please don't tell him." "All right," Matt agreed. "Well, then, I think we ought to get back to the Hospital Wing," Harry stood up, "Madam Pomfrey will have my head if I keep you up much later." ****** Madam Pomfrey let Albus and the others leave the Hospital Wing two days later. Albus was quite happy about this, as he was getting bored with the Hospital Wing. Albus and his friends spent much of the days following talking or playing games in the common room or on the grounds. Shortly after they were released, O.W.L.s and N.E.W.T.s finished, and the common room returned to its usual noisy state. A few students asked Albus and his friends about what had happened with Washburn and the Willinsons, but Albus didn't tell them anything. The students' attention was soon turned towards the Quidditch final. Just as Albus and Harry had predicted a few months prior, it would be Gryffindor vs. Ravenclaw.
DucksRMagical Joined: 28 December 2006 Posts: 2095 Location: Boycotting All Future Warner Brothers Films	Posted: Wednesday 9 April 2008 05 58 01 pm in topic:Albus Potter and the Secrets Within Chapter 35: Bit of a Nasty Duel "Nice of you to join us, Potter," Jarett stepped towards Harry. "How did you find us?" Harry drew his wand and stared at Jarett. "Followed your son. Students aren't supposed to be out of their common rooms after hours." "I don't think it matters what he does now," Jarett replied icily. "Once we have the Hallows, we will have power you know nothing of." "So it's you," Harry said, "You've been after the Hallows. And you've been doing the Legilimency, Washburn?" "Yes, I have," Washburn confirmed. "Only your sons don't know anything about the Hallows, so it proved pointless. You, however, provided us with a great deal of information." "No, I haven't told them about the Hallows yet. But I suppose I'll have to after tonight," Harry said. "I don't think you'll have the chance, Potter," Jarett growled. "You've found out where the Hallows are, then?" Harry asked. Washburn nodded, "The Resurrection Stone is in the forest. I managed to break through your pathetic Occlumency. The Invisibility Cloak is in your hand. And you've got the Elder Wand, we already knew that." Harry held up his wand, "I'm afraid I don't." "What?!" Jarett shouted and looked at Harry's wand, "But you had it! That's how you defeated Voldemort!" "Maybe so," Harry began, "But I haven't got it now, do I?" "You've got it somewhere!" Jarett growled. "Enough talk! Give me the Cloak!" "Don't think so," Harry shoved the Cloak into his pocket and raised his wand higher. "We'll duel if you want, but if you come with me now, you'll have less time in Azkaban." "I don't care about Azkaban!" Jarett shouted. "Crucio!" "Protego!" Harry shouted at the same time. A shield formed in front of Harry, protecting him, Albus, and Albus's friends from Jarett's spell. Washburn and Quinton ran from behind Jarett, holding their wands out. Harry stepped towards Jarett and Jarett stepped closer to Harry. Albus watched them, his heart beating fast. Jarett sent more spells towards Harry, but Harry blocked each of them. Albus smiled a little as he saw how much better at dueling his dad was than Jarett. Jets of light flew out of both Harry and Jarett's wand, lighting up the night around them. Harry sent a spell towards Jarett and he flew back and landed on the ground. Jarett stumbled back to his feet and sent a stunning spell at Harry. "Just tell me where the wand is!" Jarett shouted, as he dodged Harry's curse. "No!" Harry shouted back and leaped out of the way of another stunner. The two wizards continued dueling, each one sending spells and curses towards the other. Albus stared at them. He had never seen dueling like this before. Neither wizard seemed to be slowing down. Harry was noticeably faster and dodged spells more easily than Jarett, but Jarett didn't appear to be giving up anytime soon. "What do we do?" Rose whispered to Albus. Albus turned away from the duel. "I dunno!" Albus heard footsteps behind him again and turned to see Quinton standing with his wand facing Albus. "So, we duel again, Potter," Quinton smirked. "Impedimenta!" Albus dodged the spell easily, but didn't know what to do next. He hadn't learned many dueling spells yet. He held his wand up higher and watched Quinton. "Petrificus Totalus!" Quinton shouted. Albus jumped to the side and dodged the new spell. "Ahh!" someone screamed behind Albus. He turned around and saw John, Rose, and Matt standing around Amanda, who was laying rigid on the ground. The spell meant for Albus had hit Amanda square in the chest. Quinton laughed. "One down, four to go!" "Watch out!" Albus shouted to his friends. They held up their wands and stood next to Albus. "Petrificus Totalus!" Quinton shouted again. Albus and his friends darted to one side and Quinton's spell hit a nearby bush. Albus regained his balance and turned to Quinton. He raised his wand and shouted, "Expelliarmus!" Quinton dodged the spell and smirked at Albus, "Think that'll work again? Petrificus Totalus!" Albus and his friends dodged the spell yet again. "Don't you know any other spells?" John laughed. "Shut it!" Quinton shouted, breathing heavily. Albus whispered to Rose, "We'll all disarm him at once. On the count of three. Tell them." Albus waited until Rose had passed the word on to John and Matt and began to count. "One..." "What are you doing?" Quinton asked nervously. "Two...Three!" Albus shouted. "Expelliarmus!" All four first years screamed the spell before Quinton realized what was going on. He was knocked off his feet and his wand flew out of his hand and sailed through the air, landing near Matt. Matt picked it up and stowed it in his robe. "Urgh," Quinton picked his head up off the ground. "Let me take it from here," Washburn stormed over to where Quinton was laying. "Pathetic..." Albus's heart started beating even faster. He had never seen Washburn duel before. It would surely be a whole lot harder to disarm him than it was to disarm Quinton. Albus had no desire whatsoever to start dueling with one of his teachers. "So you four, well five, if you count Tagger," Washburn began, "Decided to find out what I was doing. Thought that it was a good idea to meddle in my business?" "Er," Albus mumbled. "Don't deny it, Potter!" Washburn shouted. "You came here tonight! You spied on me months ago!" "If you're going to kill my dad, than it is my business!" Albus shouted. "You could see it that way, if you'd like. But if it's your business, and you get in the way, we'll kill you, too," Washburn growled at Albus. Albus's stomach churned with fear and he looked over to where Harry was dueling Jarett. Harry had just sent a spell at Jarett that had completely knocked him off his feet. Harry looked over to Albus while Jarett was trying to get up. "Don't do anything to my son, Washburn!" Harry shouted. "Protego!" He sent a shield charm in between where Albus and Washburn were standing. "You'll regret it!" "I don't think I will, Potter!" Washburn shouted back, aimed his wand at Harry, and sent a silent curse towards him. Harry easily dodged it. "Crucio!" Jarett had regained his balance and was pointing his wand at Harry. Harry turned back and ran out of the way of the unforgivable curse just in time. He returned to his duel with Jarett, sending more jets of light at him. "Are you Death Eaters?" John asked once Washburn returned his gaze to the group of first years. Washburn smirked at John. "You still haven't learned to shut your mouth, have you? No, we're not Death Eaters. Although Jarett's father was. He's in Azkaban now. Albus's bloody father captured him!" "So, what are you going to do? If you were planning on killing us, you would've done it by now," John replied. Washburn stepped closer to John, "Maybe I like to drag it out. But enough of that. Potter!" He looked at Albus and pointed his wand at Albus's chest. "I don't suppose you know if your father has any spare wands laying around? One that might be the Elder Wand?" "I dunno," Albus whispered, "I don't think so." "'Course not," Washburn growled, "And you probably wouldn't tell me if you did." "Don't think so," Albus said. "Now, I think you four would be a whole lot easier to deal with if you didn't have your wands," Washburn seethed. "Expelliarmus!" he pointed his wand at Matt. Harry's shield charm had worn off and disappeared moments before. Albus looked over to where Matt was. Matt collapsed to the ground when the spell hit his chest, and his wand flew through the air, landing next to Washburn. Albus darted over to where Matt was laying to see if he was ok. "Expelliarmus!" Albus shouted at Washburn after he realized that Matt was knocked out cold. "What did you do to him?!" Washburn deflected the spell and picked up Matt's wand. "I just disarmed him, that usually doesn't knock you out unless there are multiple people casting it. Always knew he was weak," Washburn sneared. "Shut it!" John shouted as he bent down to try and wake Matt up, "Why don't you ever leave him alone?!" "Ahh, looks like you'll be next," Washburn pointed his wand at John, "Expelliarmus!" John's wand sailed out of his hand and Washburn caught it. "Now for the Weasley girl. Expelliarmus!" Rose's wand left her hand and landed in between Washburn and Albus. Albus ran forward to pick up Rose's wand. "I don't think so, Potter," Washburn reached the wand first and picked it up. "You're next. Expelliarmus!" Albus felt his wand leave his hand and saw Washburn catch it. He glanced nervously at his friends. They weren't doing too well. No wands, and two of them were unconscious. Albus looked at Washburn, who had started pacing in a circle around them. "Defenseless students," he smirked, "I think you'll be much more willing to do what I say now. Time to go into the forest, we're going on a little scavenger hunt." "No," Albus told him, "We're not." "You're not in a position to negotiate, Potter. You'll help me find the Resurrection Stone," Washburn barked, "Now, follow me!" Washburn started to walk towards the forest, but Albus did not follow. "Let's go, Potter!" "We're not going," Rose said, crossing her arms across her chest. "You'll regret that," Washburn said icily. He walked back to where Albus, Rose, and John were standing. "Crucio!" he shouted at Rose. Rose screamed and jumped to the side, just missing the curse. Washburn started sending curses towards all three of them. Albus jumped behind a tree to avoid a jinx that wound up hitting the tree. He looked over to where Harry and Jarett were dueling. As far as Albus could tell, Harry was winning. Jarett appeared to be slowing down, but Albus noticed that his dad was limping a bit as he dodged Jarett's spells. "What are we going to do?" Rose asked anxiously. "I don't know!" Albus shouted back. He peeked his head out from behind the tree and saw John running towards them. Washburn pointed his wand at John's back and hit him with a Trip Jinx. John fell forward and he landed on the ground with a sickening crunch. "John!" Albus shouted and ran out from behind the tree. "Just you and the Weasley girl now, Potter," Washburn growled. "Sectumsempra!" he shouted at Rose. "No!" Albus shouted as the curse hit one of her arms. She sank down onto the ground, screaming in pain. Albus could see blood seeping out of her robes. "Stop it!" Albus shouted again. Albus glanced over to his dad again. Both of the wizards were slowing down. Willinson was definitely the worse off, he was leaning against a tree, trying to hold up his wand with a broken arm. "Dad! Help!" Harry turned away from his duel and came limping over when he heard Albus's shout. "Expelliarmus!" he shouted at Washburn, and all five wands the Charms teacher was holding sailed out of his hands. Washburn turned away from Rose and looked at Harry. "Don't go near my niece," Harry growled at Washburn. "Let's go," Washburn lifted Quinton onto his feet, "You all right?" "Fine," Quinton grunted. The two of them took one look at Harry and ran off into the night. Albus saw them disapparate just as they left the Hogwarts grounds. Albus glanced over to where Jarett had been moments before. He was gone. "Aren't you going to go after them, Dad?" "Can't," Harry lifted his robe and revealed a nasty cut on his leg, "Took all my strength to get over here and save you." Harry sank down onto the ground, breathing heavily. "Are you all right?" "Yeah, I'm fine," Albus sat down next to his dad and leaned up against him. "But I want to know the whole story about the Hallows." "I know, and I will tell you," Harry sighed, "After we get back to the castle." "Ok," Albus whispered. He looked over to where Rose had collapsed and saw her getting up. She walked slowly over to Albus and Harry and sank down on Harry's other side. "Uncle Harry? Can we go back to the castle now?" she asked quietly. Her voice was shaking. She was holding one of her hands down over her arm, stopping the bleeding that Washburn's curse had caused. "I think that would be a good idea," Harry replied. "Harry?" a new voice said from behind them. "What happened?" Albus, Harry, and Rose turned around. Neville was standing behind them. "Bit of a nasty duel," Harry answered, and went on to explain the entire evening. Neville shook his head, "Blimey, Washburn's always been a little cold, but I'd never have expected that. What was he after?" "I'll explain that later," Harry said, while trying to stand up, "But right now we've got to get back to the castle." "Right," Neville agreed, "Give me your hand." Harry extended his arm and Neville helped him up. Albus and Rose got up after him. Harry leaned on Neville and Neville helped him walk over to where John was laying. Neville conjured a stretcher and with a flick of his wand, John was laying upon it. He did the same with Matt and Amanda. "What happened to them?" Harry asked quietly. "John got hit by a trip jinx and hit his head on a rock, Amanda got a full-body-bind curse, and Matt just got hit by Expelliarmus," Albus explained. "That's nothing Madam Pomfrey can't fix, then," Harry replied. "Let's go." The group slowly made their way back to the castle. It took them quite a while. Albus was fine, except for a few cuts and being completely worn out. The bleeding on Rose's arm seemed to have slowed down, but it would need to be magically healed or else it would surely open up again. Harry was walking quite slowly, and Albus could tell by the way he winced every time they went up the stairs, that he was in a great deal of pain. Eventually, they made it up to the Hospital Wing. When they got into the ward, Madam Pomfrey was already bustling around, and when she saw them come in, she immediately descended upon them. "There you are, Harry!" the nurse shouted, "I've been trying to contact you all evening. James got into a nasty duel with a couple Slytherins and he's been unconscious ever since." She gestured to one of the beds at the far end of the room and looked back at Harry. She gazed upon the group and her mouth fell open. "What in the name of Merlin happened to you lot?" "Quinton Willinson's father, Jarett Willinson, tried to kill me," Harry said simply. "Had quite the duel with him down near the forest. Him, along with Quinton, plus Professor Washburn." Madam Pomfrey's eyes became large with shock. "Professor Washburn? And where are they now?" she asked quietly. "They took off, disapparated once they left the grounds," Harry told her, "I couldn't catch them with this nasty cut on my leg." "Well, come on, then," the nurse said, "Harry, you go in bed one, since it's closest. Albus, bed two, and Rose, bed three." Madam Pomfrey gestured to the beds and then approached the stretchers that Neville was holding up with his wand. "And let's see, Neville, take them to beds four, five, and seven, since James is in bed six." Neville nodded and directed the stretchers to the empty beds. Albus walked over to the second bed and lay down. He stared at the ceiling, thinking about what had happened. Washburn thought Harry had the Elder Wand, but Harry didn't. Where was it? Who had it? And why did Washburn think that Harry had it? At least Harry said that he would tell Albus everything. It was only a matter of time before Albus knew the whole story about the Hallows. Madam Pomfrey came bustling over to Albus's bed. "Here, drink this," she handed him a potion. "Dreamless sleep." Madam Pomfrey turned away from Albus and strode across the room to one of her cabinets. She rummaged around inside. "All the Potters in the Hospital Wing at once, it was bound to happen sooner or later..." she muttered. Albus gratefully took the potion, and a few minutes later, he fell into a restful sleep.
Distortia Joined: 13 January 2008 Posts: 527 Location: Over the sea	Posted: Friday 4 April 2008 01 41 51 am in topic:The Next Generation Suddenly, in the side of the house, a horrible scratching sound echoed out into the air. A single word etched in fire covered the entire wall. "Return" it said. The cousins stopped attacking, ran out of the way, and a moment later, disapparated. They reappeared in the house where Geneve had been taken. "What's the big idea, calling us back??" yelled the woman of the two cousins. "Ya! We were getting close! Her magic is so strong, it even penetrates protective spells! She will be stronger with it!" the man said frantically. "Enough!" shouted the woman who had previously posed as Geneve using Polyjuice potion. She had redressed into long, deep red robes, and her blonde hair was tied back in a plait and red ribbon. She ducked down to the floor and drew a circle with chalk. She placed 4 candles around the circle. "We must start now. The potion is ready with Valencia's magic. Geneve can battle her herself, and steal it when the time is right. You will need to tie her up, now. Bring her to the circle, it's time to start the transformation." the woman turned to Geneve's father, who paused only for a moment, before wrenching her up from the couch by her wrists and dragging her across the room. Geneve screamed.
Distortia Joined: 13 January 2008 Posts: 527 Location: Over the sea	Posted: Tuesday 1 April 2008 02 25 00 am in topic:The Next Generation "But not today." she said, and she stood up. Then, she suddenly fell to her knees, clutching her throat. "No not yet!" she groaned. Liam watched as Geneve's face started to bubble. He started to back away, horrified. Geneve covered her face, and in a moment she revealed it again; but it wasn't Geneve. It was a pale faced woman with blonde hair! The woman stood up, a good foot taller than Geneve would have been, the robes on her body hung like a small dress and the top was pulling apart from the width of her shoulders. She scowled at Liam, straightened up, and in a moment, she had disapparated, leaving him completely confused.
Distortia Joined: 13 January 2008 Posts: 527 Location: Over the sea	Posted: Monday 31 March 2008 05 24 04 pm in topic:The Next Generation Geneve came around the corner, and at the front of the house two witches were dueling a man and woman in dark robes. Another man in furs was laying on the ground, and then she saw Liam. She ran over to him, lifting his head. "Liam?" she said softly. No response. "Liam!" she said, and shook him. She slapped as his cheek, trying to revive him. Liam began to stir. His eyes opened and he looked up at her. Geneve paused for a moment, trying to tell if she could sense the Veela magic. It was hard for her, because she wasn't Geneve, she was a full grown witch hiding inside Geneve. She stared into Liam's face, waiting for him to speak. Even though Liam looked happy to see her, no Veela magic was eminating off him. [i]'It would seem he doesn't know how to control it yet'[/i], thought Geneve. She smiled at him, and helped him to stand up. Liam brushed off the snow, and looked out at the battle.