Chapter 51
Chapter 51
‘I think you need to elaborate a little more.’ Lord Charlie Prewett demanded. ‘What is their current prognosis?’
‘I apologize. I shall begin at the beginning.’ she clears her throat as she claims a nearby chair.
‘These 2 men have spent the majority of your life forced together, in such a way that while they may inhabit different bodies, they share the same mind and magic.’
Blank looks reflect from all other parties in the room.
‘They will finish each other’s sentences without noticing. They will not want separate rooms for fear of separation, if they choose to seek a relationship it will probably cause jealousy if it is not a triad relationship.’ there is a tremor in her voice.
‘Please understand all of this is conjecture based on research. I have seen and studied twin bonds of varying strength but nothing anywhere near this strong.’
‘Can they be separated?’
‘Not without significant trauma to them both. We can begin the process of splitting the strings of the bond once they are healed. This will be an extremely slow process to ensure no damage. I know another healer that can work with me as we have spent time studying the same fields. With the permission of yourself as well as both Fabian and Gideon we can see how susceptible the bond is to this treatment.’
‘Thank you for your honesty. I will be sure to discuss it with them when they are awake and feeling well.’
After a moment the healer turns to the others in the room and begins to speak in a tone that allows no argument.
‘Be sure that no others are “rescued” in this manner. Healing these 3 alone will take all of my strength along with Andys as well. I recommend a good curse breaker or two for any others you have access to. I will return to Grimmauld when I have gathered all the supplies needed to assist my new patients.’
A moment later the floo could be heard as the irate healer disembarked.
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‘Albus why are you in a cell?’
‘Ah Rufus, this is all a misunderstanding, just let me out of here and we can discuss everything.’
‘I can't just let you out. These are some serious charges.’
‘You know I would never do what they are accusing me of.’
‘Do I? Because this isn't just a rumor; you have been arrested.’
‘I would never endanger anyone.’
‘I will keep that in mind as we begin the questioning process.’
‘The questioning…?’
‘Do you have any legal representation?’
‘I will represent myself of course.’
‘You should get yourself some representation. It looks like you are going to need it.’
‘That's not necessary.’
‘Have it your way.‘
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‘Professor?’
‘Yes, Miss Lestrange.’
‘It was recommended that I work on my dueling skills while at school.’
‘I'm sure it was.’
‘Is there a location that I may use for this purpose?’
‘Are you going to be practicing alone?’
‘I will only allow others to be involved with permission.’
‘Make a list of who you would like to train with and I will review it. If myself and the Headmistress agree that it will be safe for all parties to practice dueling I will find a proper place.’
Later that afternoon Severus has time to stop by the Headmistress’ office to discuss the dueling request.
‘Minerva?’
‘Come in Severus, would you like to join me for tea?’
‘Not right now, thank you. I would just like a few minutes of your time.’
‘Alright what is going on?’
‘Our young Miss Lestrange has a request.’
‘Oh? What is it?’
‘The request is that she and a few classmates practice dueling in a safe environment.’
‘Which classmates?’
‘Here is the list she provided.’
Lyra Lestrange
Draco Malfoy
Harry Potter
Tracy Davis
Neville Longbottom
Daphne Greengrass
Theo Nott
Blaise Zabini
Luna Lovegood
Ginny Weasley
‘I think this will be fine, but who will ensure that no one comes to harm?’
‘Didn't the board say they would be around to help with a variety of things?’
‘That they did. Presuming that you find a suitable chaperone then they can practice’
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Theo, Blaise, and Draco are on the Quidditch pitch throwing around the quaffle.
‘How are things with Red?’
Draco blushes slightly.
‘You and her?’ Theo Nott says suggestively.
‘Grow up will you?’
Before Theo can think of a retort he catches sight of a blond on the roof of Hogwarts. Ignoring his friends he flies closer and hears Luna laughing with several gargoyles. When he catches her eye he waves and she blows him a kiss. He returns his focus to the pitch with his friends.
‘How is Luna?’
‘She is spending time with the gargoyles, I think.’
‘The gargoyles need someone to spend time with them?’
‘I never thought of it but if they are sentient as the castle it would make sense.’
‘How did she get up there?’
‘Let’s go ask.’ Theo flys off before his friends can respond. with a nod they follow Theo toward Luna.
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-mad-eye court/questioning
‘Please administer the Veritaserum.’
3 drops are given to a struggling mad eye.’
‘Your name?’
‘Alistar Moody, sometimes called Mad Eye.’
‘You were aware of the mail redirections sent to your home?’
‘Nnnnnn-yeah.’
‘Did you resist the mail sent to your home?’
‘Yea—no.’ Moody is sweating now.
‘Clearly he is still fighting this, administer the second dose.’
Moody clamps his mouth shut and tries to turn away. After a small struggle he has now accidentally ingested half the vial.
‘Are you willing to answer the questions now?’
Moody has the look of someone drunk. With a small smile he nods agreement.
‘Tell us what you were instructed to do.’
‘I was told to monitor the mail but I did not do as I was told. I knew there would be punishment but I didn’t care.’
‘What punishment? Getting arrested?’
He scoffs. ‘I don’t worry about the Ministry, Albus will have me out of here soon.’
‘So what punishment were you worried about?’
‘Albus is strict about misbehavior. I’m sure I will regret my actions when he is through.’
‘But you don’t regret your actions now?’
‘No, I look forward to his attention always.’
‘Have you participated in any other activities that the ministry would consider illegal?’
‘Albus says that there is no reason to fear the law. He is higher than the law and everything is for the greater good anyways.’
‘What have you done under these guidelines?’
‘Molly and I go on missions and if we do everything as requested I get to play with her. She makes the sweetest sounds.’
‘You and Molly Weasley go on missions?’
There is a dreamy look in his eye as he thinks of his playtime. His trousers are noticeably tented.
‘Alistar, what missions did you go on with Molly?’
‘Dueling and stunning Death Eaters. Removing their spawn so they cannot indoctrinate them into being the next generation of death eaters. Sometimes Molly wouldn’t do everything she was supposed to do but I did. She got punished and I was rewarded with her sweet body.’
‘She didn’t want to play with you?’
‘Anything Albus says we do. She learned to want me too.’
‘Did you force yourself on her?’
‘I havent had to force myself on her in years. She begs Albus for playtime with me now and has for years.’
The court scribe shuffles through his papers to be sure that rape is added to the charges.
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‘Siri?’
‘I'm here Reg.’
‘Boys?’
‘They are almost off work. They will be here shortly. Can you stay awake that long?’
‘Don…. kn…’
‘I know, have some water. How are you feeling?’
Reg groans then clears his throat, ‘Dumb…?’
‘He is incarcerated for now. I hear a trial is iminent.’
With a slow but firm nod, Reg closes his eyes again.
A moment later the floo sounds and the twins step into the dreary looking kitchen. With purpose they begin the climb to the room housing the slumbering form of their father.
‘Has he woken?’
‘Briefly. He asked about you both, again.’
‘Any improvement?’
‘Not yet, but Andy brought a healer to check on him. I'm sure she will return when she is able.‘
‘What do-’
‘-you mean?’
‘She arrived, cast diagnostics, then rushed off toward Malfoy Manor. I doubt the woman will be resting any time soon based on the look on her face and the pace that she moved.‘
The twins stepped up to either side of their fathers’ bed and sank to their knees, while grabbing a hand each.
‘Gred?’ He asks his brother, no other words are needed.
‘Forge?’ He asks at nearly the same time. They agree that they need to do something to help their father.
Neither is paying attention to their uncle any longer.
‘Remember the castle sentience? Sirius says out loud. They may not be paying him attention but he is still determined to guide them.
‘Push magic?‘ Fred thinks just a touch faster than his brother.
George smirks. ‘Brilliant!’ George was the one to master communicating with Hogwarts first.
Both men bow theIr heads and begin to push magic into their fathers’ prone body.
Sirius can feel something happening and does not wish to interrupt so he leaves the room seeking Kreacher so that the evening meal can be prepared.
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I have been working this story recently, I am editing older chapters to ensure I am adding enough details to some scenes that are lacking perspective. Thank you all for keeping up with this story.