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redifer · 07-08-2011, 01:25 AM

Ever heard of a ‘choose your own adventure’ book? Well you’re going to help me make one! *points dramatically at YOU*

I will post a small chapter and then at the end there will be two or three choices. YOU get to choose what will happen next. After the chapter is posted you will have 48 hours to post your vote; just post it and I'll tally 'em up

Majority wins!

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Tobias hated that woman. She was his charms professor and she was ugly with an ugly wart on her ugly nose. ”Tobias, answer the question.” She scolded from the front of the class. He wanted to hex her and her stupid wart.

He slid out of his chair, and stood next to his desk. ”If you were on fire,” the boy paused. He had to stop himself from spouting off a smart remark. He stared her down, wishing his glare could cripple or injure her. With no evidence that this was happening he finished his answer, ”…the charm I would use to put it out would be Aguamenti.”

He moved to sit, ”Mr. Welch," Her voice was every bit of threatening. "I didn’t not dismiss you. STAND!” An audible groan was heard as he stood back up. She loved torturing him as much as he loved to hate her. They exchanged death glares, both nearly foaming at the mouth with rabid distain. ”Please demonstrate the aguamenti charm.” The edges of her lips curled up, she knew he would probably fail.

Tobias had many options at this point, he actually had permission to point his ~~weapon~~ wand at her. Accidents happen right? The young man pointed his wand toward the professor and….

CHOOSE NOW!
1. Tobias attempts the charm, performs it correctly but water spews all over the professor
2. Tobias doesn’t attempt aguamenti, instead he attempts the Bat-Bogey Hex

Droo · 07-12-2011, 01:29 AM

Welcome to Epic and Adventure, be sure you read the rules, post often and have fun!

AlwaysDance · 07-12-2011, 02:33 AM

Ohh I love the story I think that it should be choice #1 because I don't think he is that bad of a boy and wouldnt want detention. Anyways PAMS! and keep up the good work.

***Sarah***

crookshanks_kitty · 07-12-2011, 04:54 AM

Ooh I really like the idea of this ff. I always approve of innovation, its creative and distinctive.

I would pick the second choice just for the sake of seeing how it goes. *evil smile*

redifer · 07-19-2011, 01:32 AM

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Originally Posted by sarahb

Ohh I love the story I think that it should be choice #1 because I don't think he is that bad of a boy and wouldnt want detention. Anyways PAMS! and keep up the good work.

***Sarah***

Thanks so mucho for the vote and encouragement!

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Originally Posted by crookshanks_kitty

Ooh I really like the idea of this ff. I always approve of innovation, its creative and distinctive.

I would pick the second choice just for the sake of seeing how it goes. *evil smile*

Thanks! I've wanted to do one like this for sometime now. Glad to have your vote

Ok, it was a tie…. Sooooo I had to use both

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He had practiced the Bat-Bogey hex on his little brother and to his mother’s displeasure had perfected it. His wand still pointed at the Professor he considered the options.

With a swish he sent the Bat-Bogey hex towards her and immediately with another swish, ”Aguamenti.” He sent both; he hoped the latter would make the first look like some sort of freak accident. Professor Mackaroy was now being attacked by her bogies and drenched in water. The class roared with laughter and gasps. Whipping her wand feverously within seconds everything was normal about her bogies and her robes were dry.

Tobias stood there, bottom lip in between his teeth, eyes wide as saucers. His stomach was doing flip-flops, what would she do? The woman with the wart at the front of the room swallowed hard as she glared at the child. ”Mr. Welch.” The woman’s long fingers spun her wand tightly. ”Am I to believe that was an accident?” The woman tried hard to control her voice and demeanor.

Tobias would have to answer her. He searched for his voice and nerve.

CHOOSE NOW!
1. Tobias answers the Professor and says, “No it wasn’t an accident” and suffers her wrath
2. He doesn’t answer, instead he runs out of the classroom and out into the hall

Droo · 07-25-2011, 02:21 AM

2!!! Do 2!!!

redifer · 07-27-2011, 04:07 PM

Thanks for your vote!!

He didn’t find his voice; he did however find his nerve. And his nerve told him he should RUN! As he stared up at the hag of a woman he knew what his fate held. Before she could say another word Tobias turned and sprinted as fast as he could. Behind him he heard her jolt toward him, and then things smashing – was she trying to jinx him!? He kept zigging and zagging in effort to exit the large room. The class gasped and cheered with every movement. Tibias dared not look back, the door was getting closer. Just then some sort of hex hit the wall beside him, he dodged left and then quickly out the door.

He slammed the door behind him and made a hard right toward the entrance hall. He knew Professor Wart Nose would be right on his heels. He had to hide quickly. He kept running, he heard the large, heavy door open somewhere behind him. ”MR. WELCH!” The woman sounded out of breath, but yelling like that she would certainly bring attention to the situation – more importantly she’d bring attention to him.

The young boy stopped, looking left and right trying to find somewhere to hide. He saw a large tapestry hanging near, could this actually work? It was his only option. He slid his tiny body between the stone cold wall and the heavy tapestry and held his breath.

The wart-nosed professor came down the hall breathing heavily. She was moving slower but still determined to catch him. Please don’t see my feet, please don’t see my feet.

Her steps came closer, ”I know you’re near Mr. Welch, I will find you.” Then, as if luck were on his side another set of steps approached. ”Professor Mackaroy?” It was Head Master Fulpian. ”Are you ok Professor?” The woman turned and answered the Head Master, ”That Tobias Welch! He’s at it again Head Master!”

Fulpian smiled, he had an affinity for the young boy. ”Mrs. Mackaroy, is it policy to chase down one child and leave a room full of children unattended?” The old, salt and pepper haired man inquired while the woman stood with her mouth agape. ”Sir?! He hexed me!” Although Fulpain knew Tibias was capable of this feet he dismissed the woman, ”Please return to your class.” The woman was stunned, but did as she was told.

Tobias was still holding his breath, surely he’d pass out soon if the Head Master didn’t be on his way soon.

CHOOSE NOW!
1. Head Master doesn't 'find' Tibias and leaves; unfortunatley Tobias passes out.
2. Head Master does find Tobias and proceeds to scold him.

crookshanks_kitty · 07-27-2011, 04:13 PM

Great chapter as usual! I love your writing style. You descriptions make for an easy and intriguing read as well.

As for the next chapter, I'd go with choice #1 ~~I like to see him pass out!~~

I can't wait to read more. Would you kindly please... PAMS!!! No pressure and thank you!

Ava

ashfig · 07-27-2011, 04:30 PM

ooh i like this idea!!! did you change his name, though?

hmmm this is so tough of a decision! I can tell this probably isn't the story for me since I am AWFUL at decisions lol! (jk about this story isnt for me, i like it a lot!) AHHH I like both ideas! since I kinda think i should answer, I'm gonna go with....2 that would be fitting...no wait, 1. ok yes 1 definitely 1. ummm actually....2 final answer! it would be hilarious for him to be found and i like that the headmaster is all-knowing hhaha

PAMS!

Droo · 07-28-2011, 01:20 PM

#1!!! I love being able to chose!

AlwaysDance · 07-28-2011, 04:37 PM

Oh great chapter I like how the headmaster sends the teacher back to her classroom.

I choose #1. I want to see him pass out

redifer · 08-03-2011, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by crookshanks_kitty

Great chapter as usual! I love your writing style. You descriptions make for an easy and intriguing read as well.

As for the next chapter, I'd go with choice #1 ~~I like to see him pass out!~~

I can't wait to read more. Would you kindly please... PAMS!!! No pressure and thank you!

Ava

Thank you so mucho!

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Originally Posted by ashfig

ooh i like this idea!!! did you change his name, though?

hmmm this is so tough of a decision! I can tell this probably isn't the story for me since I am AWFUL at decisions lol! (jk about this story isnt for me, i like it a lot!) AHHH I like both ideas! since I kinda think i should answer, I'm gonna go with....2 that would be fitting...no wait, 1. ok yes 1 definitely 1. ummm actually....2 final answer! it would be hilarious for him to be found and i like that the headmaster is all-knowing hhaha

PAMS!

Err.. No, just mistyped. I was tired and kept looking at the name like 'something isn't right' but couldn't place it. I totally fixed it though, thank you!

You made me laugh!! I'm so glad you're enjoying this

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Originally Posted by Droo

#1!!! I love being able to chose!

Woohoo!

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Originally Posted by sarahb

Oh great chapter I like how the headmaster sends the teacher back to her classroom.

I choose #1. I want to see him pass out

I know right? Stupid wart teacher

THANK YOU ALL FOR VOTING! I love being able to full interact with the readers

I am sorry it took a week, summer time is just so busy for me! It's starting to slow a bit so hopefully the next chapter won't be a week away

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Head Master watched the Professor disappear down the corridor. Stands in silence and turns away from the tapestry. He stands still waiting to see if Tobias would show himself; after another moment of nothing Head Master Fulpian sets off in the direction of the Great Hall.

Tobias hears him leave, but it is too late. He’s held his breath far too long. Spots appear in his vision, his eyes become heavy and he falls to the floor. His limp body lay between the stone wall and the tapestry for hours.

What seems like minutes later he awakens to the sound of many people making their way through the corridors? Slowly he stood and peeked out. They were leaving the Great Hall – HE MISSED DINNER! Oh the travesty! His stomach groans loudly. He doesn’t want to be seen in his hiding spot, it’s his best one and he rather people not know about it. So, he waits until everyone has made their way to their respective common rooms.

Squeezing out from tapestry he stood in the middle of the corridor looking left and right. He had every intention of sneaking down the kitchens. Suddenly it hit him; the halls are deserted and eerily quiet. The hair on the back of his neck stood on end; something isn’t right. Then as he replayed the students and teachers moving along the corridors in his mind he realized they weren’t happy and giddy with full stomachs, there was some sort of panic. He had been so worried about not being seen, and then missing dinner he didn’t immediately pick up on the fact that they were RUNNING and some were crying.

Carefully he considered his options.

CHOOSE NOW!
1. Tobias turns and sprints towards the Slytherin common room, yea he's a troublemaker but doesn't want to be in danger!
2. Tobias heads casually to the kitchens. First off he's hungery, second he's not scared.

sarahlooo · 08-03-2011, 05:04 PM

AAH! This is so fun!

I pick #2!

ashfig · 08-04-2011, 05:04 AM

yay! more! hooray!

if it were me, i would pick 1, but I'm gonna go with 2 since he could probably get into a mess of trouble. Heehee yay! i picked relatively quicker than normal!

Droo · 08-04-2011, 12:25 PM

#2 I wanna see mischief

LOL

redifer · 08-11-2011, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by sarahkbarrett

AAH! This is so fun!

I pick #2!

MEH SARAH!

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Originally Posted by ashfig

yay! more! hooray!

if it were me, i would pick 1, but I'm gonna go with 2 since he could probably get into a mess of trouble. Heehee yay! i picked relatively quicker than normal!

Well, who says #1 would have left him safe

Woohoo! For your spectacular decision making skills!

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Originally Posted by Droo

#2 I wanna see mischief

LOL

You want it you got it sista!

And I'm completely sorry all, I totally got carried away with this chapter! ANNNND! I made the choices harder!
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Upon careful consideration Tobias decided that everyone was gone, and he’d be free to move about the castle and secondly the chances of him running into whatever caused such a panic was zero. Not to mention he was hungry. Chest puffed out he casually strolled down the hall and down the stairs that to lead to the Hufflepuff Common Room. As he made his way he wasn’t exactly quiet, he was humming some tune very extreme vigor.

As he stepped off the last step a frigid breeze came across him, an overwhelming feeling of death filled the corridor. Tobias stopped in his tracks, and swung his head left and right in quick succession. The young boy took a step backward up on to the last step and then placed his back to the cold stone wall. Where in Merlin’s pants could a cold breeze come from? He saw nothing, heard nothing, and smelt nothing but…. Fooooood! The kitchens were near! The death smell was gone, and so was the cold wind.

Tobias was a slave to food; he literally cared about nothing else. Deciding that it was all some weird old castle oddity he continued his journey down the hall toward the ticklish pear. Suddenly something grabbed him; the hand was cold as ice. He struggled to get loose but it was no use. As he tried to see who or what had him the lights went out. Pitch black. With his free arm he pulled his wand out, ”l-l-lu-lum-lumoS!” The tip of his wand glowed and he tried with all his might to reveal the ‘grabber’.

With very move the cold handed being darted the light, ”What?! Who are you?” All he could tell for sure was the thing grabbing definitely had a human hand – albeit wrinkly and old. As he struggled he realized whoever it was dragging him toward Hufflepuff’s Common Room. ”NO! Let me go!” As if obey him the hand did let him go, but then shoved him hard into the stone wall. A gruff female voice spoke, ”Why are you not in your common room!?” The voice was deep, breathy and sounded so familiar. Tobias’ heart was racing; it felt as if it would beat right out of his chest, he knew that voice.

”You could have been killed!” Tobias didn’t scare easy, but a small amount of fear was starting to take hold of him. ”What are you talking about?” The woman’s hand shoved him once more against the wall, ”Why are you not in your Common Room Mr. Welch!?” Tobias’ mouth dropped as he brought his wand to her face, ”Professor Mackaroy!?” Her ice cold hand swiftly found it’s way over his mouth, ”HUSH CHILD!”

As she finished speaking a moan came from where Tobias believed the kitchens to be, ”OH no!” The Professor muttered something about a sausage, the portrait swung open and she heaved him into the large warm room. Dozens of bewildered faces were now staring at him. Tobias looked to where he just came through, it was closed the Professor gone.

Marcus Gillroy, prefect of Hufflepuff house, immediately charged toward Tobias. ”How did you get in here?!” By this time Tobias’ robes were in Marcus’ fist and Tobias was an inch off the ground. ”I..I.. I was heading toward the kitchens.” He squirmed to get a breath, ”And it went cold and dark and Professor Mackaroy saw me and threw me in here.” The boy dropped Tobias to the ground, Why were you not in your common room? Do inferi not scare you first year!?”

CHOOSE NOW!
1. Tobias immediately turns and scampers out back into the corridor.
2. Tobias is forced to stay, and allowed to sleep on the couch. After everyone has finally gone to bed hours later he sneaks out in to the hall.

ashfig · 08-12-2011, 05:16 AM

ooh yay more! i was HOPING you would post soon! ahhh this IS harder. hmmmm...WHY DO YOU TORTURE ME WITH DECISIONS?!!! *AHH*

I like the way 2 sounds, but then the action may have died down. I could go for 1, but that seems less plausible....hmmmm

i will go with 2? yes, 2.

sarahlooo · 08-12-2011, 06:29 AM

*snickers* I really enjoy this.

I PICK #2!

Droo · 08-15-2011, 01:21 AM

Like I'm going to vote for him to turn back now?? #2!!!

redifer · 08-25-2011, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by ashfig

ooh yay more! i was HOPING you would post soon! ahhh this IS harder. hmmmm...WHY DO YOU TORTURE ME WITH DECISIONS?!!! *AHH*

I like the way 2 sounds, but then the action may have died down. I could go for 1, but that seems less plausible....hmmmm

i will go with 2? yes, 2.

LOL! I love how you tell me your thought process in deciding, I love it!

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Originally Posted by sarahlooo

*snickers* I really enjoy this.

I PICK #2!

I really enjoy writing them!

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Originally Posted by Droo

Like I'm going to vote for him to turn back now?? #2!!!

Gotcha! #2 has the win!

Sorry for the delay... I swear I'm glad summer is over (as far as the kids go!) LMAO!
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Tobias was not amused and not having any fun, the atmosphere was thick with tension and fear. Naturally no one talked to him; they all seemed to have something against him. He reasoned that it couldn’t be stink bombs he got from WWW’s and let off in their common room earlier this term; it was simply because he was Slytherin. He sat on a couch in a far corner, arms crossed in front of him listening to anyone who got within ear shot.

One very small blond haired girl looked very worried, ”How did they get in?” She kept asking anyone who came near her. Finally one answered, ”I heard it’s someone on the inside.” And then in a very low whisper, ”Rumor has it Professor Skipter is involved in the dark arts.” This caught Tobias’ attention; Professor Skipter is head of Ravenclaw. Could someone with such power and authority dabble in dark arts and Head Master not know about it? Surely not. Tobias found it difficult to believe the Head Master would be blind to such facts.

Time moved slowly, some people went to bed but most milled around. Tobias’ stomach ached, he hadn’t eaten since lunch. Marcus Gilroy, Hufflepuff prefect, was still up pacing the floor. He kept encouraging people to ”…go get some sleep.” Slowly there were less and less people up.

Tobias had formed a plan; he’d leave as soon as the coast was clear. Late into the night, or was it very early morning Marcus came near to Tobias, ”Sleep here.” The much older boy tossed a blanket at him and then disappeared into the dormitory.

He waited for a few moments, slowly got up careful not to make a sound. A hiss came from across the room and it made Tobias jump and let out a yelp! He froze, listening to make sure he didn’t stir anyone from their slumber. Nothing, he heard nothing; so he continued toward the door. Finally he reached the door, and surprisingly the door just swung open. He thought there’d be some sort of charm or enchantment he’d have to work through.

The hall was dark, and no longer frigid. Quietly the door closed behind him. Tobias wasn’t looking for trouble, he was just hungry. Making a right he preceded to the kitchens. Everything seemed normal to him. The castle at night was peaceful to him; he enjoyed the quiet – just listening to the castle. Tobias had forgotten about the inferi, his mouth watered as he tickled the pear and slipped inside.

Tobias stopped in his tracks as his jaw hit the floor. The kitchen wasn’t the warm, sweet smelling inviting room he was use to; it was cold, reeked of death and was completely destroyed. Something or someone had ransacked the place. The 4 large tables were turned on their sides; dishes, pots and pans were haphazardly strewn throughout the kitchens. It was also dark and cold. Were there really inferi at Hogwarts? Tobias thought it smart to arm himself. Holding his wand out in front of him he made his way to the stove, where one single pot was still on and hot. He looked in, ”Porridge, they were making breakfast.”

For the first time the severity of the situation weighed on Tobias. Something was seriously wrong; a wave of ice cold fear crashed over his body. A raspy, low whisper came from the corner, ”Attack.” The voice was calm, but bold. The cloaked figured stayed in the shadows as his minions followed his instruction. Tobias turned quickly and found 3 inferi coming toward him with a very obedient determination.

”Stupify!” The boy screamed as he stumbled backward, the spell simply bounced off the living-dead creature. Tobias ran backwards, looking over his shoulder as he ran. ”Expelliarmus!” A voice somewhere in his head reminded him they didn’t have wands. Tobias tripped over a pan and fell on to his back, ”AAHHHHHH!”

The creatures crept closer, he tried to scoot backward but he found himself against a wall. ”Noooooo!” was all he could say, as the inferi closed in the cloaked figure followed them from a distance. Tobias was sure the inferi master was laughing. The boy threw his arms up in front of his face, and then as if by magic he heard, ”Incendio!”

A warm blaze shot past his head, and the inferi were stumbling backward. Tobias peeked out from behind his hands he saw the dark cloaked figure slip off the other direction; the inferi followed.

”Well you’re lucky I came around huh?” It was Rosa, his best friend. He stood and brushed off his pants, ”I would have been fine thank you!” Tobias quickly evaluated the situation. ”The man, or whatever that told them to attack left that way, we need to chase him!” Rosa grabbed his arm as he started that way, ”NO! There are more important things.” Tobias was mad enough to stun her, ”What is it Rosa?!”

The girl looked toward the main entrance to the kitchens, ”I came looking for you. Your brother has been attacked.” Tobias had an older brother, Jackson. Jackson was a year older than Tobias, but Tobias was much more able to manage himself. Jackson was more timid, meek and frankly Tobias typically saved him from random mishaps. ”Huh?! Is he ok?” Rosa didn’t look him in the eye, in fact she looked in the complete opposite direction. ”He was out looking for you when he got attacked. He’s been sent to the nurse, I know it’s pretty bad. He was asking for you.” Rosa had tears running down her face; Tobias was sure she knew more and wasn't telling him.

CHOOSE NOW!
1. Tobias immediately runs out the main entrance of the kitchen towards the nurse.
2. Tobias figures his brother is in good hands, and he must get to the bottom of what is going on. He darts off in the direction of the cloaked figure.

ashfig · 08-27-2011, 07:26 AM

really? you make this harder for me? i thought you were going to make these decisions easier for me hahaha.

i really like this and can absolutely not decide. I guess i would pick 1, after all, i am a big "Family comes first" person...even though i think the smartest decision would be 2. but i pick 1.

p.s. i'm glad you like my explanations. I mostly do it because as i am typing i am working out what i want to choose, but I would also like you to know why

LillyJames · 08-27-2011, 12:22 PM

I am a new reader!

Wow...I love it. Two might be more scary, but I must agree with Ashfig, I am a Family person and think that his should become his first priority after hearing he is hurt (almost like the food thing in the corridor, he smelled the food so the danger left his mind).

My pick? 1!

P.S. PAMS

redifer · 09-13-2011, 02:41 AM

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Originally Posted by ashfig

really? you make this harder for me? i thought you were going to make these decisions easier for me hahaha.

i really like this and can absolutely not decide. I guess i would pick 1, after all, i am a big "Family comes first" person...even though i think the smartest decision would be 2. but i pick 1.

p.s. i'm glad you like my explanations. I mostly do it because as i am typing i am working out what i want to choose, but I would also like you to know why

LOL! You're so funny

I love it, I truly do! This one isn't too hard

But the chappie is waaaay long.

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Originally Posted by LillyJames

I am a new reader!

Wow...I love it. Two might be more scary, but I must agree with Ashfig, I am a Family person and think that his should become his first priority after hearing he is hurt (almost like the food thing in the corridor, he smelled the food so the danger left his mind).

My pick? 1!

P.S. PAMS

Great to have you!!!

I lurve readers

I really lurve new readers, they have that new reader smell

OK ok! #1 WINS!

This chappie is waaaaay long! EEP! But I just couldn't stop writing!

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Tobias stood there still as if his feet were cemented to the floor. The young boy looked down the corridor in which the cloaked figure had disappeared through. Whoever it was had clearly make a quick exit, and was more than likely long gone.

His gaze was now on Rosa, her eyes were fixed on the floor. She was a blond girl that Tobias had known for years. Their families lived next door to one another. ”You shouldn’t have come Rosa, go back to the common room,” he said coldly as he brushed past her out the main entrance. Tobias was not good at thanking people, and certainly not a girl. He was supposed to save her right? Not the other way around.

He jogged down the dark hall, up the stairs and weaved his way through the castle.

He could see the doors of the infirmary. ”TOBIAS!” Rosa’s voice yelled from behind him. He had hoped she wouldn’t follow him, but he also knew better. The boy stopped and turned on heel, ”What is it you want you awful girl?!” As he turned he saw more inferi; he quickly looked left and right but saw no sign of the cloaked figure. Rosa started wielding her wand, which was now shooting fireballs at the living dead creatures. Tobias backed up slowly, he knew Rosa could handle the inferi, he needed to find the cloaked figure. Surely he was here. Just then something caught his attention, someone was moving along the corridor. He pointed his wand square at the figure, ”Stupify!” The person in the shadows deflected the spell.

Rosa came to Tobias’ side, in a heavy breath she updated him, ”They turned away. I don’t know why but they have.” The creatures for some unknown reason dispersed in a very quick fashion. Both children’s attention now was on the dark figure, which was moving closer to them. They backed up until they were against the wall.

”I’ll hex you!” Tobias yelled in almost a squeal.

”Oh will you Mr. Welch?” The voice was warm, comforting and familiar. ”Head Master Fulpain?” Tobias felt a strong sense of calm come over him. ”Yes and you should consider identifying your target before attacking.” He scolded Tobias in a very calm and cool manner. Tobias’ face went flush, ”Yes sir. I’m sorry sir.”

Now the Head Master was standing directly over them, ” I would think you should be in your dormitory.” Although he questioned them, both children were sure he knew what exactly had happen and why they were here. ”Mr. Welch, I assume you need to apologize to your brother?”

Without another word the Fulpian slipped into the infirmary; the children followed. Tobias’ stomach lurched as he saw the large room lined with beds and every bed was full. ”Have they all been attacked by the inferi?!” Tobias asked in a whisper. No one answered.

Fulpian disappeared into the nurse’s office; the children were left standing alone listening to all the moans and groans. Tobias scanned each bed looking for Jackson. Rosa jabbed his side and pointed to a bed in the far back corner. They scurried to the bed, ”Jackson? Are you ok?”

The older boy squirmed; it was obvious he was in pain. ”Tob..tob..Tobias? Are you ok?” The younger brother instantly felt awful; he was sure he’d receive a howler by morning. ”Yes, I’m in better shape than you are its sure.” Tobias knew his brother would be ok, that wasn’t what he was here for.

”Jackson, I know you’re in pain that much is obvious, but I must know what happen.” A loud scoff came from Rosa. Jackson gathered enough strength to scold his brother, ”No Tobias, no. You will not run around investigating what happen. This is bigger than you, bigger than all of us.”

Tobias knew that was coming, he ran his hand through his dark messy hair. ”Look,” he was desperate for information. ”If I promise to go straight to the dormitory will you tell me?” There was one thing Tobias never went back on, and that was his word. His brother knew it too. Rosa crossed her arms and huffed aloud once more. ”Fine, Tobias.” Jackson coughed, grabbed his side and moaned loudly.

”I went looking for you when your roommates said you hadn’t eaten dinner or showed up in the common room.” More coughing. ”I searched everywhere, all your normal hang outs, even the kitchens.” Tobias listened carefully, Jackson must have checked the kitchens when he was in Hufflepuff’s common room. ”As I left the kitchens I heard someone moving slowly along the wall. I performed a disillusionment charm and approached.” Tobias was on the edge of his seat, Rosa pretended not to care what Jackson was saying. ”It was Professor Mackaroy. She was sending her patronus to someone. I didn’t catch who too, but I did hear the message.” Jackson wriggled on the bed, and coughed more. Tobias knew they would soon have the nurse down here shooing them off. He wanted to hurry his brother but thought it best to be patient. ”She said, ’I’ve taken care of him; he’s not in the way any further. We shall move forward.’”

As if on cue the nurse swiftly made her way to them, ”You two OUT!” They stood and shuffled quickly out the door. While Jackson wasn't able to finish the story, Tobias was sure that shortly after the encounter with Mackaroy is when the inferi attacked Jackson. Maybe Mackaroy sensed Jackson's presence and told them to attack him. As Rosa and Tobias rounded the corner toward the tower they saw Head Master make a right turn. ”Isn’t his office to the left?” Rosa questioned the man’s’ direction. Tobias stopped in his tracks, ”He’s the Head Master, does he need your permission to patrol the grounds? Especially when there are inferi around?” He started walking again, Rosa stayed still. ”Tobias I have a hunch.” The boy turned and faced her, ”I doubt you have anything resembling a hunch that is even close to the truth.”

He turned, finishing the journey to the common room. He knew Rosa was somewhere behind him, and he also knew she was probably crying. He didn’t care. Tobias made his way up the stairs and slipped into his bed; his mind went over everything again and again until he accidently fell asleep.

Morning came, Tobias felt as if a large weight had been placed on his head. Two hours of sleep were not nearly enough. His best mate awoke and came straight over, ”Where were you last night?!” Zachary and Tobias had met on the train their first year; they had been inseparable ever since. Tobias waited until everyone left and then explained the previous night’s events. ”Professor Mackaroy is the one involved, I’m sure she was the cloaked person in the kitchen. I thought it was a man at first, but given what Jackson overheard it has to be her.” Tobias knew the ’him’ she referred to was him.

Tobias finished the story and sat there quietly considering everything he knew.

Zachary broke the silence, ”Well, what are you going to do?”

CHOOSE NOW!
1. Tobias goes to investigate Professor Mackaroy's office
2. Tobias decides to eat (because he hasn't eaten in more than 18 hours) and uses that opportunity to question other students.