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Chapter 1- The Others

Cassie Gordon was an average young woman of 25 with little care in the world until one dark cloudy day in London. The sun refused to shine however that did not dampen Cassie’s mood as she stretched after a long midday nap, having not fully acclimated to the time change. She rolled over to glance at the clock on her bedside table. After processing the time in her head it was now 11pm State side making it 4pm in London. Seeing it was far too late to call her mother she decided she would get up and explore London.

She stretched her back and swung her feet to the floor of the hotel. The room was not much however it suited her. The curtains were a golden beige color that matched the coverlet of the twin size bed. The night table was bare except for a small lap and a gray battery run clock she brought from home and had yet to set to British time. Cassie had dreamed of this trip for so long that she did not care what room she closed her eyes in as long as she could still have all of London at her feet. After quickly dressing and straightening her waist length dark red hair she grabbed her shoulder bag and turned to double check she would not need any thing else before crossing the tiny room to leave.

London was all a bustle of people coming and going. First she decided she needed some coffee at the nearest Starbucks for her usual tall caramel Americano. Not much exciting happened unless you count accidentally taking someone else’s coffee by mistake. It was not until after she crossed the street and rounded the corner that she realized that the chocolate drink she had was not hers. It took about 5 minutes of drinking the coffee before she began to feel nausea churn up. Spinning on her heals she found an alley way to the right of were she stood. Walking down the narrow corridor she stumbled into a set of stairs falling to her knees.

Cassie laid her head down on the bottom stair unable to move her eyes closed to slow the spinning and slowing any further pain. From behind her she heard a swooshing sound that reminded her of the wind blowing. The next sound she heard gave her chills to her bones, the high pitched cackle of a woman followed by a deep boom of a mans voice.

“She’s not much to look at” A darker deep voice sounded “ Filthy squib”

“Silence” Barked the woman “Just apperate her to the meeting place”

The cold hands of the man was nothing to the sinking feeling she felt moments after he touched her like she was spinning and sucking into herself. When the spinning stopped she slowing opened her eyes the sight in front of her frightened her.

The sun had set wherever she was and a mist had gathered in the cold tree lined clearing. Cassie tried to turn her head to look to trees to get a better idea of where she was however she was unable to move her head and she realized that she was laying on something cold and hard. A dark clothed wild looking woman stood in the center of a circle of equaling darkly clad people she stood by a large cast iron bubbling caldron heated by an equally large fire.

The dark woman placed what looked like a twisted stick to her left arm and looked with glee at the sky. Out of nowhere more people appeared in all about thirteen hooded figures formed a circle around the dark woman and the fire.

Walking briskly toward the dark woman a fair haired man in black stopped only a few inches “ you can’t really be thinking of bringing him back” the man in black softly pleaded to the woman “think of what he will do to ….”

“Don’t pretend to understand the motives of the dark lord” the dark woman loudly replied.

The man in black sunk his head and stepped back into formation with the other hooded figures. As soon as he returned to the circle the dark woman began to pace around the circle holding the twisted stick in one hand and a dagger in the other. “Tonight he-who-has-fallen-too-soon will rise again” with a quick spin she turned to face Cassie who was still immobilized “With the blood of his only child kept secret until now he will rise to finish his grand work. For in secret he took a muggle woman who bore to him a squib child before his first fall from grace.”

Crossing the circle the dark woman came close enough for Cassie to feel her breath of her cheeks. “ Cassandra you are the key to our hope” she whispered almost tenderly into Cassie’s ear standing and facing the circle she now addressed the dark figures “ We have searched for many years for a child born on the first Tuesday of the third month after the Dark Lord’s first fall from power. She was tracked down to a small town on the East Coast of the States. It took very little to convince her to use the money she inherited form her aunt to visit London.”

The dark woman looked to see if her audience was listening satisfied with her captive audience she continued “ His rise will right the wrong doings of the great Wizarding community. We have too long spent our lives in secret like we are ashamed of our power. Under this Ministry we have seen the degradation of Pure-bloods while the filthy Mudblood Minister gives muggle borns more power and more power” Pausing she stopped at the man in black “ Draco, even you have witnessed the growing power of the mudbloods.“

Turning away from Draco the dark woman turned back to Cassie “You” Pointing at Cassie with the silver dagger ”will bring back all hope for the true rulers of man kind, Pure-bloods!”

The last thing that Cassie remembered before giving into pain and confusion was the dark woman coming at her holding the dagger.

I was on a writing rampage (a 5000 word rampage ) over my little holiday so I actually have three chapters done now I will post Chapter two part one now and add more as people start to read and post replies. I am hoping you like these and wishing for lots of replies so i know what works and what does not.

Thanks in Advance


Chapter 2- Grand Meetings part 1

The room was pale gray blue with golden moldings, over the large window panes hung dark brown and blue tapestries suspended from golden rods. Cassie blinked her green eyes and tried to lift herself up to get a better glance at her surroundings, however her weak body refused to respond choosing to remain in bed instead. From where she lay she could tell that she was nowhere she had ever set foot in but despite the lack of understanding she was surprisingly calm and at ease with the situation. A large fire hissed from within a ornate marble fireplace across from the dark carved four poster bed that she laid in. Cassie heard a light tapping on the door to her right and turned to see a beautiful woman about her mother’s age with long blond hair hanging down her back.

“You have awaken” the blond woman said “I hoped you would wake before sunset” She walked over to the heavy draped windows and pulled the curtains to reveal a large well tended garden backlit with a crimson sunset. “I will be sure to have soup brought up at once for you as you must be hungry” The blond woman crossed over to the bed and placed her fair hand on Cassie’s forehead. After a frown the woman replied in a most melodic voice “ You lost a lot of blood don’t try to get up just yet. You must be confused, all will be explained shortly” with that she gracefully rose off the bed and walked out of the room.

Moments later there was a snapping sound followed by a small kreacher that made Cassie blink twice. “ hello lil’ miss guess you never seen elf kind huh?” the small dirty elf carried a silver tray filled with soup and briskets to the bedside and placed it next to Cassie who’s eyes remained wide.

“ Is not much miss but its better than nuttin’ “ replied the elf helping Cassie to sit up . “ yous lucky nota scratch on ya not so lucky for young Master Malfoy” added the elf shaking her head, grabbing the spoon and holding soup up to Cassie’s lips.

Cassie could feel strength returning with every sip of the golden liquid she drank. Too soon Cassie had finished every drop in the bowl only to reach out and grab a brisket from a gold lined plate. Cassie looked at the elf and asked “ where am I?”

The elf snickered and replied “ you in Malfoy Manor miss, you mean you don’t remember anything miss?”

Before Cassie could ask the elf to explain a tall blond man about the blond woman’s age entered the room clad in a dark cloak lined in fur. Turning to the blond woman he said “ Narcissa insure that she is properly dressed to be received by her Father, he would expect nothing but a grand entrance for his only child.” with that he turned and left Narcissa to the task of dressing Cassie.

Downstairs of the grand Manor a gathering of men had collected in the Malfoy’s main sitting room. A grand marble fireplace stood to the right of the room casting an eerie glow to the scene. In the center of the room sat an ornately carved wooded chair with all other furniture radiating around it. A tall pale man in flowing robes crossed the room and took the position in the ornate chair. With surprising calmness he waited for the other men to take their seats leaving a less ornate chair beside him vacant.

The tall blond man followed by a younger blond man came down the staircase and crossed the room. Stopping a few feet in front of the Pale man they both bowed their heads low.

“ Lucius and Draco thank you for you grand hospitality” with little emotion the Pale man said while directing them to seats in front of the fireplace. ” once again “ he coldly added .

After a moment of silence in which everyone surveyed their surroundings the wild woman with dark hair bounded into the room “ My Lord” she said with passion bowing low but keeping eye contact “ Forgive my tardiness”

“Bellatrix, how could I find any fault in you my most faithful servant” The pale man replied with a nod that directed her to take a seat nearest him but not in the seat directly next to him. “ I welcome the faithful that have returned to me this evening, and give grand thanks to those who have risked beauty for my rising “ he said indicating the arm that Bellatrx had cradled and wrapped in gauze.

Holding up her arm Bellatrix replied with a smile “ It was well worth it My Lord” inching closer to him she added “ I am your most humble servant”

“To those of you who chose to humble yourselves to me will receive great rewards for your service and those who cross me” looking at Draco the pale man added “ you will be punished “ with a pause he scanned the room before continuing “ For too long I have been gone and you my faithful death eaters have allowed the mudblood kind take over all that we purebloods hold dear. My grandfather Salazar would be appalled at the utter thought of the filth that now walks in the Ministry. It is now our job to educate the people of this country and the world of just how supreme we are to the weak muggle and muggle lovers world wide”

The Pale Man then turned his attention toward the figure at the top of the staircase. Cassie stood with a dark green cloak draped over her. Emeralds dripped from her ears and neck. With a slightly bowed head now covered in the hood of the cloak Cassie descended the stairs trying not to make eye contact with the Pale Man in the cent of the room. With more grace than Cassie thought herself capable at that moment she crossed the sitting room towards the Pale Man who had now risen from his chair and walked toward Cassie stopping only inches from Cassie . She immediately dropped to her knees and bowed her head looking at the floor. The pale Man placed his cold hand on her chin and lifted her head he spoke in a voice that all but Cassie and him would understand. “ My Daughter” He hissed “ What have those filthy muggles taught you that you now feel the need to hide your face from me?”

With a puzzled expression obvious on her face Cassie looked with wide eyes into the cold eyes staring back at her, . The Pale Man responded to her questioned expression with words less than comforting “ Your hair is like flames like your muggle mother stand up my child and let my servants look at you” She stood and let him pull back the hood to reveal her long scarlet hair. In speech everyone could hear he declared “ the faithful meet my daughter Cassandra “

wow....that's quite a start! and really interesting...i would be waiting for more...

Well at least one person is intrested so i will go ahead and post the last part of chapter 2 hope you like it

ps draco will be in chapter 3 if your looking for him in the mean time enjoy Mr and Mrs Malfoy it does get better as it goes i promise

Chapter 2- Grand Meetings Part 2

Cassie now sat in the small dark walnut paneled drawing room just off of the large sitting room that she was only a day ago introduced to all her father’s faithful Death Eaters. At this moment in her life she had not even once endured anything quite so dramatic. So dramatic that she was still unsure that it really happened. Her Father, known by his followers as Lord Voldemort, was currently as he put it “tying up loose ends” . he had hardly spoken to her at all, so much so that Cassie believed that he really did not want her, but then again she was still sure she would wake up in a hospital having been hit by a car or something.

Cassie let her mind wonder as she stared at the grand garden. She was watching the peacocks dance joyfully around the fountain. Her thoughts were so distant to anything around her that she did not even notice that she was now being watched.

“She has not even talked once since being brought here” Narcissa said full of deep concern and standing just outside of the open archway “ the Dark Lord placed her into our care and now I wonder if he even cares for his…”

“Narcissa don’t speak of Our Lord’s matters.” interrupted Lucius “Our only concern is to care for her not to have any opinions for what the Dark Lord does or does not care for” Lucius paused to turn his gaze at his wife he lowered his voice even more softly than his previous speech. He added “ It is his mercy that has saved our family and our son, Draco. We will do our duty to him most humbly” He was more forceful with the last words. “I now look to Draco since my arrest will prevent me from fully serving my Master to the fullest” His pale blue eyes now looked beyond his wife. After a moment of thought he returned to his wife and concluded his thoughts “ We will need to ensure that Draco humbles himself to the Dark Lord’s requests. It would mean the death of our family if he does not comply.”

Narcissa stared at her husband with disbelief at what Lucius was suggesting however true it might be. “ I will serve my husband and all of his requests of me, My Love” her blond hair falling from behind her ears as she bowed her head to show her submission to her husband’s needs. “ Draco needs to be informed of our plight, husband he must be…”

Once again Lucius cut his wife off mid sentence “He is a grown man he does not need your constant coddling. He will restore great veneration to our tarnished family something he should view as an high honor not a burden. Madam, you should insure that she” pointing at Cassie “understands her place in our home” with a look of distain he spun on his heels and left his wife to her task.

Narcissa composed herself. She loved her family and her husband was the center of her world however she often wondered if nine years of house arrest had hardened his heart. Walking slowly into the room Narcissa let her slender fingers run across the top of the dark green velvet settee. She dropped her hands to her side and walked towards the bay window that Cassie sat gazing from.

“Cassandra” Her voice even and melodic as she sat on the seat next to her “do you understand why you are here?”

Without taking her eyes from the window and without emotion Cassie replied ”My father needed me to come home”

Narcissa looked at Cassie with wide eyes and asked “Do you know where you are?” she hoped that Cassie was not having a mental breakdown as she did have a lot going on in the past three days.

“I’m in your home, Malfoy Manor” Cassie replied dryly turning to look into Narcissa’s blue eyes she asked “When can I go home?”

The Mother in Narcissa was heartbroken knowing that another mother somewhere was at this moment looking for her daughter, however the faithful wife told her to remain calm and not give into her maternal frame of mind. “This is your home now, Cassandra.” She paused to gage her reaction to this news. After feeling it was ok to continue she added “ Your father is a very important wizard in our community and he wishes to ensure that you are kept safe. You will be given all the comforts of home.”

“Wizard? I don’t understand” Cassie’s mind finally into the conversation.

“A wizard is someone who has the ability to alter the world around them using magic, that is with a wand of course” Narcissa took out her wand and recited the incantation “Lumos” the tip of her wand lit with bright light to Cassie’s amazement.

“If my father is a wizard then that would also make me one too?” Cassie asked trying to conceal her excitement.

After setting her wand down Narcissa looked at Cassie and said “Darling you are what is known as a squib, or One born to at least one magical parent but not possessing and magical powers yourself. If you had a predisposition to magic you would have known by the time you were eleven.”

Cassie sat in silence for a moment and tried to process everything that had happened to her and all that Narcissa was telling her before finally accepting that this was her new life even if she did not understand it.

”So I am the daughter of a powerful wizard“ as she spoke she began to understand. Cassie always knew that she did not know her father so she could see this man as her father. Also she had seen enough magic from more than just Narcissa to prove that magic existed so she could believe this as well. Now onto the burning question “Will I ever see my mother again?”

Narcissa thought before she spoke. “No Miss Riddle, you wont.”

Ok well I guess no one is really interested but Im still writing. Feel free to Give any criticism if you hate it....or if you love it.....or if you just wanna say hi.....or whatever

ps more Draco in this chapter...

Chapter 3- Beware of the Snakes- Part 1

Cassie woke up just before the sun rose on her seventh day in Malfoy Manor. She had begun to understand the general flow of things in the manor. Her father came by only once and only to speak with Draco then promptly left barely noticing Cassie’s presence which was fine by her. Narcissa and Lucius ate breakfast at seven am sharp everyday, Cassie had learned that one on day four when she was awakened at six-thirty to dress for breakfast.

The youngest Malfoy, Draco was also rarely home and when he did come by he and his father spent hours talking while she and Narcissa were left to themselves. She would spend most of her day with Narcissa starting just after breakfast. Other times she would just sit in the library and read books though she did not fully understand them as they were mostly wizarding books. She even tried to find books about her father however she could not and did not dare ask why.

Today was starting out to be a good one. She had gotten up before Fefe the house elf appeared to wake her. This allowed her time to have a quiet moment of reflection. She let her mind wander to the exact pattern on the fireplace, the ornate carvings reminded her of art nouveau with distinct harsh lines that contradicted the flowing curvature of the scroll work. Cassie’s favorite place to sit and think had become the velvet armchair in front of the fireplace.

Cassie turned to face the door when she heard a light low tapping at the door followed by Fefe the house elf.

“Mornin’ Miss Riddle, yous up early” Exclaimed Fefe as she manifested three dresses “What ya wonna wear today “ She said while holding up each selection.

Cassie pondered this while she looked at the elf. “ The dark green one is fine” she had been wearing Narcissia’s old cloths for the duration of her stay which were all a little old fashioned but somehow very fitting.

With one snap of her fingers Fefe had made the bed. She laid out the dress on straightened bed and proceeded to find appropriate jewels to match. Another snap and a complete ensemble had been organized neatly on the bed. ”Well Miss that should do it for ya, ten minuets to breakfast.”

After dressing Cassie stood in front of the mirror and looked at her self. She was wearing a dark green almost black colored dress that had a Grace Kelly feel to it. The main skirt was four layers of dark green chiffon with the original petticoat that added fluff taken out. The top was a wrap design with no sleeves but had a one inch strap on the shoulders. Around her neck was a stunning strand of uncut raw emeralds with a center drop. Small cut emeralds hung from her ears. Her hair was twisted in a complicated multi-braid down her back.

Feeling satisfied but a little over dressed she turned and headed towards the door to the conservatory where the Malfoys always had breakfast. As she walked she thought of how everyone in the Manor except the house elves always dressed as they were going to a dinner party. Cassie wondered what they would find appropriate to wear to an actual dinner party.

Narcissa and Lucius were already in the conservatory that faced the east side of the manor over looking the garden pond. Albino peacocks paced around the pond plumage trailing around them. The inside of the conservatory was filled with enough plant life to give the impression that you had stepped into a gated garden, however the flowers and plants in the pots looked vastly different from any muggle plants, most strange of all being the Venomous Tentacula which because of its wandering tentacles had to live in its own terrarium in a corner of the octagonal room.

When Cassie entered the room Lucius stood from the small rectangle white marble and cast iron table and motioned for her to take an empty seat next to his wife. He returned to his chair to the right of Narcissa at the head of the table.

“Cassandra, I trust you slept well last night” Narcissa said with her smooth melodic voice.

“Very well, madam” replied Cassie genuinely as she watched the pictures move on the paper Lucius was reading.

“Narcissa, Now the mudblood Minister has decreed that any wizard born to two half blooded parents will now be classified as pureblood. His logic is the two halves make one whole. How dare he slander our seven generations of true pureblooded marriages with his ill guided attempt to degrade the once highly respected title of Pureblood.” Lucius’s rage grew as he spoke. “This problem will be eliminated soon and we will restore our rightful place in this country” He paused and faced the door “Draco, welcome home son”

“Good morning Mother” He said as he bent low and kissed his mother on the cheek. Turning his attention to Cassie he said “ Good morning Cassandra“ then took a place at the table to the right of his father across from his mother.

Following behind him was the wild Bellatrix who always wore an expression of wicked delight. “Morning Cissy, Miss Riddle” looking at Lucius with venom in her eyes she added last “ And of course Lucius. The Dark Lord will be joining us after breakfast he is in Prague.”

Bellatrix and Lucius were having a heated discussion all during breakfast while everyone else ate quietly only offering input when asked. Draco’s prior excitement seemed to dissipate after they were told about the Dark Lord’s emanate return to the manor. It had changed so dramatically that it prompted Narcissa to try to perk him up.

“ Draco” she said quietly “Will the Falmouth Falcons be at the word cup this year?” After Draco’s release from Azkaban he tried out for the Falmouth Falcons and was accepted as their seeker, a position he has held for almost four years now.

“It is a possibility” he said not looking up from his plate staring at a piece of sausage.

Having felt defeated in her attempt to comfort her son Narcissi let the matter go. Lucius and Bellatrix returned to their debate and no one else spoke for the duration of the meal.

Fefe apperated into the conservatory when everyone was near finished with their meal. she rushed to Lucius’s side and tugged on his cloak “Sir, Master Voldemort in the sittin room waitin’ for everyone”

Lucius pulled his cloak from the elf and struck her “How dare you touch me you rat.” he rose from his chair as Fefe quickly backed away “Come, he will expect our expedient response to his summons.” With that he and his company left.

oh Lucious is pathetic...honestly...nice story...keep going...

Well keep building up the story! Its moving in a nice direction! Gonna be visiting!

Yea!! Ok chapter 3 part 2 is almost complete! I have a personal Goal to hit 10000 words in this story by the time Half blood prince is released! Im on 5660 now. Im glad there are people who are interested in reading I will try to post one chapter a day if i can so hold me to that!

I know the story is moving kinda slow but im trying to build to something and also im trying to "let it flow" so stick it out please it gets better!

Dear, 5660 is a really great achievement. Specially so for a fanfic. You know what, sometimes you might not find many people reading your fanfic but don't get deterred. Keep writing and you'll get what you truly deserve. Believe me i know.

sorry it took so long to finish this part of the chapter. I was trying to go somewhere with this one and I was finding it hard to get there. So I decided that maybe this is not the right place for what I wanted to add...oh well Its not as strong as I wanted it to be but I have to move on from this chapter or I will get stuck here


Chapter 3- Beware the Snakes -part 2

Lord Voldemort stood gazing at the fireplace watching the fire dance on the charred masonry in the same room he held his first meeting. Only this time the seating had been returned to its natural flow now radiating in a semi-circle around the hearth where a large boa constrictor had curled at his feet. Lucius walked in arms outstretched in welcome he exclaimed “ Welcome, My Lord “ bowing low. Bellatrix silently walked in with wild passion in her cold eyes she sat down in one of the leather couches across from a large mahogany tea table opposite of where lord Voldemort stood. Draco walked in ushering his mother by the arm. He ensured she was comfortably seated next to her sister before bowing and taking a standing position behind the couch his mother sat in.

“Cassandra, My daughter “ Hissed Voldemort in parseltongue while motioning that she come to him.

Cassie walked slowly to her father stopping and gazing up at his large red eyes. He motioned for her to sit on the couch across from the one Narcissa sat at.

“ I have a gift for you” He said in English while holding out his wand. “Serpensortia” a young albino boa constrictor fell to the floor before slithering up to Cassie’s lap. “she will be for you a guardian against any unwelcome advances” he hissed in parseltongue.

The boa twisted itself into a ball on Cassie’s lap then expanded to its full length of around four feet while it snaked itself around the back of Cassie’s shoulders finally resting half on the back of the couch and its head on her right shoulder.

“It will do your bidding. We are the descendants of Salazar Slytherin the masters of snakes” Hissed Voldemort in parseltongue. “speak to her daughter.”

Cassie had never tried to deliberately speak parseltongue when she spoke to her father she assumed she did so because something triggered her mind to remember the sounds. Kind of like when she first arrived in London she had over the course of her stay picked up the odd Briticisms here and there. She looked at the snake and thought that it was getting heavy on her shoulders. “Please move you are dragging my shoulder down.” she hissed in parseltongue and the snake moved off of her shoulder and twisted onto the back and side of the couch.

Her father nodded approval and turned his attention to the others in the room. “I have many things to accomplish and little time to do them in, complete compliance with my orders is expected.” he paused for a moment so that the statement could sink into their minds. “Draco, you have already been given assignments what is your progress on your latest endeavor?”

“All is going according to plan, My Lord, I expect that the task can be completed tomorrow if you wish it of me.” Draco smoothly spoke.

Lord Voldemort tapped his slender fingertips together as he thought and turned to Bellatrix “ And you Bellatrix?”

“ They have been found and eliminated My Lord.” she coldly replied with a gleam in her eye.

“Good on both accounts. As for you Draco proceed as planed it is a vital component to our takeover.” he said without looking at Draco as though he were deep in thought. “Narcissa, I would like you to educate my Daughter in wizardry. It is my belief that a child born to a wizard should have a magical education even if she be a squib”

“Is there anything you request of me My Lord?” Lucius almost joyfully exclaimed.

“What use could I have of a wizard who cannot even keep his family in line. Your wife and son both betrayed me. It is only my mercy and need of what your son Draco possesses and need to remain in the shadows that allows you and your family live. If you wish to be of help you should insure that your son does as he is commanded. You have no other function to me but that.” Spat Voldemort venomously.

Lucius sank his head slightly as he remembered how his wife had allowed the near dead Harry Potter to live. And how his son refused to identify Harry while he was within their grasp. “Of course My Lord as you command of me. I am your most humble servant and I live to do your bidding. “

With a slight snicker lord Voldemort shot back “ You cannot even leave your house Lucius so even fetching me mice to feed my snake would be out of your league of skills.” this exchange seemed to brighten Voldemort somewhat as he was close to laughter.

“What of the boy , Harry Potter…” began Bellatrix.

“Never in my presence say that name again unless it begins with I have killed. That blood trader had his opportunity to die quickly now I will ensure that his entire family dies slowly while he watches. Before he finally begs for death.” all glee had now left Voldemort’s face as he burned heatedly.

There was a few moments of silence in which on one wanted to speak. Lord Voldemort was now so agitated that his snake even began to hiss as it snaked its way up the chair Voldemort stood in front of and curled around his shoulders. Voldemort began to absentmindedly pet the snake between its milky eyes.

It was Draco who finally broke the silence “My Lord, do you wish me to also make contact with the man we spoke of. It is my feeling that he would be most easily influenced toward our intentions. Though I could also say the same of Lambrick ”

“Lambrick seems a better fit” Voldemort added “ Wait to make any contact until you have established yourself first else your deceit well be transparent. I await more information from you before I allow further progress in this matter. Turn your attention entirely to ensuring you are rooted into their matters. I will continue utilize you for other needs and as they arise you will be contacted.” Lord Voldemort stood in quiet contemplation for a moment.

This time it was Lucius that broke the silence “My Lord, may I speak with you in private before you leave. About the matter we discussed briefly two nights ago?”

“I have already spoken to your son about that honor. When I am ready to make my decision I will not include you.” Spat Lord Voldemort.

Turning to Draco he added “I will send word to you if you should proceed further. Delaying would be unwise. If you have not heard from me in two days go ahead and complete the task. Lambrick will be more than sufficient for our purpose.” turning to Cassie he spoke in parse tongue “If you have need for anything Narcissa will ensure that your every desire is met.” with that he apperated on the spot.

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Chapter 4- The Great Honor part 1

Cassie walked in a daze around the manor after her father’s departure. The rest of the household had dispersed into various areas around the manor, Draco and his father had taken up a position in the library while Narcissa and her sister had taken up the drawing room talking. Cassie realized that she was now more alone than she had ever thought she was before.

She walked the main hallway staring the faces on the portraits watching as the moved within their framed palaces. The dark purple walls added a depth of uneasy warmth to the grand hall as she inwardly thought she was too numb to feel anything. Why had she not cried or fought the situation. She did not want to be here in this environment. Cassie missed her friends and her family but why did she not feel it?

The snake followed her as she slowly made her way around the hall stopping only to look at the molding or the center pieces of tables. Draco and his father walked out of the library in mid discussion. Lucius walked into the room with Narcissa and Bellatrix while Draco motioned that he would be along in a moment.

Draco watched Cassie as she stared at the paintings on the wall every so often she would tuck a disobedient strand hair behind her ear and continue to move to the next frame. She knew that he was watching her but she hoped that he would find her dull and move into the drawing room with the rest of the Malfoys. After a few moments of watching him mindlessly fidget with a center piece on a nearby table she decided that she would go to her room as he was making her feel awkward.

She walked with her head down to avoid eye contact as she crossed the great hall and started to walk up the stairs. She was halfway up the stairs when she glanced to see if Draco was still watching as she did her foot caught the stair wrong and she slipped falling down three steps landing on her butt. The Faces in the paintings all turned to her direction watching her not so graceful decent. Draco was at her side before she could think.

She let out a rather loud laugh as she tried to stand up. “Only I can fall going UP a flight of stairs, Thank you.” she said as she let him help her to her feet and she rubbed her but with her free hand. “Ok that was not the least bit embarrassing, at all” she added looking at the paintings looking at her.

“Blush looks good on you Cassandra, Are you alright?” Draco teased.

“Well it certainly was one way to get to the bottom of the stairs.” She said her face growing redder. “Did you need something. You were watching me before I ever so gracefully caught the attention of every painting here. And how do they move?” she shut up as she realized that she was rambling. “Sorry” she added quietly while covering her mouth.

“ Don’t be sorry you have a lovely smile. As to the paintings, they are imprints of subjects personality. At the time of the sitting the painter will enchant the portrait giving it a personality and memories of the individual that he or she painted. The paintings are not the real souls of the actual person however the personality and behaviors are the same. I did have a question for you but I was deciding when the best time would be to ask.” Draco responded in one great breath of air while holding her arm helping her up the stairs.

“And what was your decision?”

With a smile Draco said “sometime between now and the next time you hurt yourself”

“Oh so five minuets then” she quickly responded with a smile.

When they had reached the top landing Cassie stopped and pushed a hair behind her ear awkwardly and added. “Thanks, for preventing me for falling again and for explaining the whole paintings thing” She turned and gaining speed to get to the sanctuary of her room. He watched her walk for a moment before turning and going down that stairs and into the drawing room.

hey that was nice...

I thought forsure she was taken by mistake. Don't you just hate it when that happens? It's probably best that you didn't force it to work. I think what you wrote was very good. I'm anxious to see what becomes of Draco. Looking forward to your next post.

New Reader!! I love how you portray Draco You are an excellent writer, PAMS!

Sorry it took me forever the holidays were busy....and thats an understatement. However im glad to see new readers *waves hi at new readers*....this is not my strongest chapter but enjoy.....

Chapter 4- The Great Honor Part 2

With a smile on his face Draco walked into the drawing room and took a seat next to his Mother. The air was uneasy when he sat down which quickly caused his smile to dissipate but not before his Mother noticed. Lucius and Bellatrix were standing near the window arguing heatedly.

“We are on fragile ground, Bellatrix, You must let him do this on his own give him the chance to win the dark Lord’s favor or my family, our family, will parish.” Lucius said.

“Father I will complete the tasks assigned to me” Draco reassured his father. “ As to his favor I am not the only one wishing to win that.”

“Your prize is appealing then Draco?” Narcissa asked

Remembering Cassie’s fall down the stairs Draco’s smile returned “It has been factored in, however I do understand the gravity of our situation.” he stopped and the smile disappeared again. “I will not let down this family you have my word, Father. I need to return to London tonight.”

He contemplated the tasks in front of him for mere moments before looking at Bellatrix “Stop trying to read me, you taught me occulmancy and if I wanted your input on this I would have asked.” He stood up at kissed his mother on the cheek before turning to leave.

“Mother, ensure that she is informed gently. I feel that this may break her.” Draco added before walking out the door of the sitting room and into the great hall. Walking up stairs he thought of all the many things that had changed since the Dark Lord’s return. Draco knew that his service was expected and that his family’s lives were on the line if he should fail. Knowing all this gave him motivation to succeed.

Turning to the stairs he climbed up towards his room thinking of the danger that lay ahead. The challenge of keeping the favor of the Dark Lord is like trying to hold onto a Cornish Pixie in a windstorm.

Draco walked into his room which had changed little since his school days. His room was decorated in dark green brocaded walls with gilded moldings lining the ceilings. A heavily carved canopy bed was in the center of the room across for a sitting area in front of a grand fireplace. On his dresser to the right of the door was an assortment of old school trophies that were haphazardly pushed aside to make room for an elaborate apothecary set.

He walked into the closet and searched for his black messenger bag he intended to use for holding his change of clothing. After filling his bag with clothes he reached up to the top of his closet and pointed his wand at a painting at a painting of a lake and said “Altus dissendium” and the painting opened to revel a safe that held a dark velvet embroidered bag and a ornate inlayed box. It was the box he took out from the safe. In side the box was his most prized possession a wand made of elder wood.

After packing the wand and some vials that contained potions as well as some assorted plants Draco turned back to check that he had not forgotten anything. Walking down the stairs he turned to his mother who was at the bottom of the stairs and reassured her “ Mother, everything will be ok please do not worry about me. I know what is expected of me and I will succeed.” with that he walk out of the front door and apperated on the spot.

It was awesome! Excellent job! PAMS!!

What a tremendous post! I appreciate the work you put into your story. You leave me wishing the post had been lots longer. Yes!!!! So glad he has authority over her now, and put her in her place!

hey nice post...keep posting as an when you can...but is there anything between Draco and Cassie?waiting...

Its coming i promise!!!

So I have not posted in FOREVER sorry i have been VERY busy Good stuff i promise.I wont go into details unless you are interested (pm if so)

On with the long awaited continuance of the story.....

Chapter 5- Revelation

Two days had passed since Draco’s departure and Cassie lay in bed as the sun rose she was beginning to feel older as all her company was now old enough to be her parents, however she enjoyed Narcissa’s attempts to keep her occupied. A familiar popping sound told her that Fefe was in her room to help her change.

“Mornin’ Miss” Fefe said joyfully as she pulled the curtains reveling the pink sunrise. “ Ready for another day miss?” she added while holding up dresses for inspection and finally settling on a lilac dress with purple sash.

“That one is lovely” Cassie said in reference to the dress. She stretched and claimed out of bed quickly changing into the dress. “ Is Breakfast ready?”

“Yes Miss downstairs in the conservatory as usual” Fefe responded picking up Cassie’s nightgown and snapping the bed bad into order.

“Thank you Fefe” Cassie said as she walked out the door towards the conservatory.

Narcissa and Lucius where already in the garden filled room busy with tasks. Lucius was reading the Daily Prophet and Narcissa was pruning the Venomous Tentacula .

“Good Morning Dear” Narcissa said as she replaced the glass on the plants terrarium with a flick of her wand.

“Good morning Mrs Malfoy” Cassie said while grabbing a seat and pulling it out “ And Mr Malfoy. Beautiful morning we are having today.”

“A little cold but good never the less” Narcissa replied

Breakfast went this way every morning pleasantries and weather and it began to make Cassie feel at home. When they had finished eating Narcissa excused herself and asked Cassie to join her.

Cassie walked behind Narcissa as they strolled the manor in no real hurry to get any where.

Narcissa was the first to break the silence “ My sisters and I were raised to believe that the only true way to happiness was to be apart of a family. So at an early age my parents had already chosen our husbands. Bella and I were both married to our husbands when we turned 18. Bella was less convinced of the need for companionship as I was however she agreed on the grounds that she wanted to better her position in life.” Narcissa spoke as though she was reliving a moment in her life and Cassie listened attentively to every word.

Narcissa turned to open a door that led to a room on the seconded floor the room was strikingly beautiful and feminine. “ This is my dressing room” she said as she motioned for Cassie to sit at a marble vanity. “When I arrived here at Malfoy Manor my mother in law was very sick having caught the decease the killed her husband Abraxas Malfoy.”

Narcissa reached for a large ornately carved box and opened it revealing many glittering jewels inside. “before she passed she gave me these.” She said while holding up a lacey amethyst necklace and placing it on Cassie’s neck.

“ She told me that every Mrs. Malfoy has passed these down to her eldest son’s wife since they were first bought over five hundred years ago.” Narcissa paused letting Cassie admire the glittering heirloom that hung on her neck.

“Its beautiful” Cassie said as she looked it in the mirror and then smiled at Narcissa who was also smiling.

Narcissa closed the box leaving the necklace around Cassie’s neck. “Mrs. Malfoy here you forgot to put this back “ Cassie said while trying to unhook the necklace.

“ I like it on you Cassandra” Narcissa replied reaffixing the necklace. “how would you like to own these for yourself?” she added with her hand on the box.

“But the only way that would be is if I marry…”Cassie slowed down as she understood the reason that Narcissa brought her up here. “ Am I to marry your son Mrs. Malfoy?” Cassie asked had this been what Draco had wanted to ask on the stairs?

Narcissa thought for a moment before she responded Draco had advised that she break this news carefully. “You could if that is your Fathers will.” Narcissa paused to watch how Cassie was taking this information before continuing.

“There are others wishing for your hand in marriage. You are the last in the Slytherin bloodline. Something that many men find desirable. Your husband would also become your father right hand if he so chooses.” Narcissa paused before continuing again.

“ If my son is successful in his tasks the Dark Lord has given him he may win that favor.”

The smile that Cassie once held on her face had faded to become a look of concern. She turned to the mirror
And held the purple jewels in her fingers as she contemplated her future happiness.

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Im loving Narcissa personally Tell me what you think!

Im on a Roll today he is chapter 6

Chapter 6- The snow Part 1

Snow was falling outside Malfoy Manor as Cassie sat at breakfast watching the drifting snowflakes fall to the ground. Shock had passed she had come to accept that this was her new life and she was now her father property to do with as he pleased even marry who he saw fit. The silence around the table was heightened by the sound of Lucius ruffling with the paper as he turned the pages reading to himself.

Cassie pushed her eggs around the plate gazing at the plants in the conservatory. The silence was interrupted by Lucius.

“there is an article about that Lambert fellow that Draco was talking about.” he said without looking up from the paper.

“It says” William Lambert, Head of the Security for the Minister’s personal residence was taken to St Mungo’s Hospital for Magical Maladies and Injuries after suffering a minor case of dehydration that caused him to become faint and fall on the job. He is expected to make a full recovery from the injuries sustained from hitting a rock and braking his arm. A public statement from the Minister was issued this morning stating that no foul play is suspected at this time however officials will be on alert to strange activities. The Daily Prophet has learned that this is the second time Lambert had been to the Hospital for dehydration in the past three days however the more recent account gave rise to concern due to the broken arm. An official from St Mungo’s stated that Mr. Lambert will be released tomorrow and will return to his post at the Minister’s personal residence in London.”

“I wonder what caused his dehydration?” Narcissa asked

Lucius smirked and looked at his wife seemingly changing the subject “Draco is in London“ glancing at his wife as though he were trying to tell her something. “We best not think on it too much its not our business its Draco’s”

With a sigh Lucius added “Narcissa why don’t you and Cassandra play chess in the drawing room while I go pay a visit to your lovely sister.” With that he got up and left the room.

Narcissa stood up and waited for Cassie to follow the two women left and walked to the drawing room. Sitting on the mahogany tea table was a empty chess board. Narcissa waved her wand over it and the pieces appeared on the board and Cassie and Narcissa sat opposite of each other on couches.

“You can be white. You go first” Narcissa said indifferently looking at the fire.

Both women looked as though they would rather be somewhere else but continued to play until they each had only a pawn a piece stuck in a dead lock and the only pieces were their kings. Narcissa looked at Cassie who was staring out the window at the snow. “Cassandra why don’t you go out in the snow you have not been out to see the grounds since arriving here. Fresh air could do you good.”

Cassie looked up at Narcissa and asked “ What will you do then?”

“I have always been the only women in this house I can amuse myself. Its you who I worry about. Take some time to yourself, hunny.” she said with a tone only a mother could display.

“Fefe, bring Cassandra a cloak and show her the best way outside.” Narcissia said to seeming nothingness

With a pop Fefe stood in front of Narcissa holding dark brown fur lined coat with a hood. “Yes Madam” she said while helping Cassie put on the coat.

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A romantic Cassie and Draco interaction in the next part!

Wow, when you say you got on a roll, you really did! Two great posts. Yes the way you write Narcissa, I like her. It's just I have trouble believing or trusting a Malfoy. At least she was honest with her stateing the reason they wanted her to marry Draqco. Actually, it seems she cares for him anyway. She's probably not sure of her life being manipulated by the Malfoy's or her father. And she surely misses her mother and wonders about her. I think she likes Narcissa, I'm still holding off on my final judgement of her. Great posts, and as always, I'll be watching for the next.

hey nice posts after so long...really liked them...keep posting...

heres part two.....

Chapter 6 - The Snow Part 2

The snow had been falling all night and continued to fall while Cassie walked. She walked looking at the flowers covered in snow whose petals struggling to find sun. She crossed a bridge that spanned a stream that still flowed with bubbling water. Cassie decided to fallow the stream until she found the pond she saw outside the conservatory the first time she ate there. Although she knew that she would not see the peacocks that she remembered that day.

When she came to the pond it was covered in a veil of ice and the peacocks were gone. She stood there looking at the conservatory that she had eaten in every morning this time she truly felt like the outsider. Bending down she gathered snow into a ball and watched it having nothing to throw it at she dropped it on the ground. She had never felt so alone as she did now.

When she looked up she noticed that Draco was standing in the conservatory talking to his father Lucius. She turned and started to walk towards the gate of the Manor Garden hoping he did not see her looking at him.

As she walked she saw a stone pathway that lead to a massive oak tree that had a large swing hanging from its branches. She brushed the snow from it and sat down looking out towards the gate. The swing was so large it could have fit a whole other person on it comfortably. She swung watching snow fall from the great oak tree for what seemed an hour. The silence was restful and the swinging was comforting.

Cassie turned just as Draco came near to the oak tree.

“I Use to come out here as a child and swing on that but I would jump off when I was high enough in the air.” he came so she did not have to turn her neck to see him. Pointing at a stone bench he added “ once when I was ten I soared off the swing and hit my arm on that bench breaking it. But I learned a valuable lesson that day.”

“what don’t jump off of swings” Cassie mocked

“No a wizard should not want to hard because he might get what he wants and get hurt. “He paused with a smile knowing he had a captive audience. “That was one of the first spells I ever did a high jump spell.” Draco added with a smile

“May I join you? “ Draco asked walking around the swing pushing her slightly causing the swing to sway.

Cassie moved so he could sit down. He sat facing the opposite direction of her so he faced her. She bit her lip and looked away towards the ground with a stray hair falling in her eyes.

Draco watched as Cassie pushed the strand behind her ears. “ Your father said you were in London” she said trying to find a safe subject to discuss.

“Yes I was I will be returning tomorrow morning” Draco replied with a straight face. The swing began to sway slightly as he swung his legs.

Glancing at him Cassie replied “ So soon you just got here”

“Your father has a task for me to complete tomorrow.” Draco’s gray eyes caught Cassie’s “ Cassandra don’t worry your self about it.”

“My father” Cassie spat harshly “ Draco why do you do what he tells you?”

Draco was taken by her forceful tone however he calmly replied “His mercy is what allows me my life”

“So winning his favor has nothing to do with it?”

“Favor? Cassandra. Why would you ask that?” Draco questioned

Cassie was surprised by how angry she was about being used as a prize for her father’s needs. “ My father” she added a venomous tone on the word “He wishes me to be a prize to whoever is most eager to win his favor. Why should you be any different/” She quickly rose from the swing stopping a moment to turn and add “Which do you want more me or my father?” with that she turned to walk away.

Draco sat in awe of what he heard. Cassie stormed off toward the manor when her foot hit an ice patch sending her falling flat on her rear. Draco quickly to her side.

“I cant even storm off without hurting myself” Cassie cried tears of pain. “I hate him so much. Why cant I have a normal life with normal problems.” her eyes were red and blotchy as she hung her head hair going in every direction. “And now I look like a fool sitting in the snow crying.” Tears fell to the snow creating small dots where they landed.

“Come now Cassandra” Draco said while straighting her hair. He ran his thumb under her eyes sweeping the tears away. “you have been through a lot you have every right to be angry and to cry.” He repositioned himself to be more comfortable. “ I will sit with you as long as you like”

They sat on the snow in silence until Cassie stopped crying. She turned to face Draco and her nose brushed his. He held her chin as he bent to kiss her.

Draco turned red in the face he stood up holding his hand out for her. “ I’m sorry we really should not have done that.”

Cassie stood rubbing her hip balancing herself with his outstretched arm. “My father..” She trailed off knowing he would understand.

“He has not granted me any favor to be with you we would be braking his rule.” He bent down and kissed her again “we should just go inside and forget this happened” he said as he kissed her forehead.

Cassie and Draco moved away form each other and walked to the manor in silence with smiles on their faces.

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told ya they would have romance!

I'm glad to see her speak her mind. I love how you make us visualize what you write. If she only knew!!!! Great post Adelaide! I'll be watching for your next.

Ok so back what i first started this fan fic i made a personal goal to hit 10,000 words in a month (lofty i know) so today i hit my goal with one word to spare. I realized afterword that had i continued to write in the month of November i would have reached this goal in 9 days! so my new goal is to hit the next 10,000 in a month at which point this story will likely meet its close.

Anyway here is my next installment!

Chapter 7 - Music to His Ears Part 1

The sound of piano music filled the firelit sitting room where the Malfoy’s and Cassie sat watched Narcissa play on the antuque mahogany grand piano. Lucius’s prideful gaze never left his wife as he sat across the room on a leather sofa while Belatrix paced the room picking up objects mindfully. Draco’s gray eyes every so often caught Cassie’s from across the room where he stood by the fire.

A pop was heard as Fefe entered the room appering at Lucius’s side “ Sir”

‘Scilence you filthy beast” Lucius angrily replied without looking away from his wife who was so involved in playing she did not even notice Fefe’s arrival.

“But Sir it’s…”

“What did I say” He demanded turning and striking Fefe in the head. “My Lord” Lucius exclaimed reverently as he stood to face Voldemort who stood in the doorway.

All eyes were not on the newest guest in the house. Voldemort’s long black cloaks billowed around his bare feet as he walked into the room his eyes not falling on Lucius who now hung his head in a low bow but instead to Draco.

“My Lord your arrival is greatly welcomed to our home” Draco replied stepping forward and also bowing his head.

Voldemort did not walk up to Draco but he stopped in front of his daughter Cassie. “Daughter it is my knowledge that you can play a violin” the tone in his voice was one of near pride. He took out his wand and waved it in his hand and a violin ,her violin from London appeared in his hand . “Play for your hosts” He hissed in parseltongue as he handed the instrument to Cassie.

“My Lord surly you have news of our efforts and this recital can wait until we have completed our business” Belatrix spoke up with a look or wanting.

Casually Voldemort replied “My business is my daughter any further information I have is for Draco not you dear Belatrix.” turning to Cassie he said “ Play something for us my daughter”
Cassie stood up and walked to the piano where Narcissa still sat. Recitals were something she was use to having been given the opportunity to attend Julliard which she dropped out from after only two years. She held the bow to the violin and began to play the piece that got her into Julliard. Voldemort slowly sat down on the sofa and closed his eyes listening to her playing. He only opened his eyes to see Draco who now found the seat closest to where Cassie stood his eyes never leaving her.

When she had finished she looked at her father hoping he would allow her to return to her seat as the violin reminded her of the life she would never be able to regain.

“Your playing is not what it could have been if you had stayed in your muggle school.” He hissed in parse tongue “Narcissa you have had extensive training in music ensure that my daughter continues her musical education. A woman of breeding should be able to entertain as you have done for your husband. “ With that he stood and added “ Draco we must discuss business now. Everyone out!” Turning to Beatrix “If you wish to remain you may do so but do not add your input.”

“May I stay, My Lord?” Lucius asked

With a smirk Voldemort replied “ You may..” he slowed down as Lucius got up eager to be included “You may fetch me mice for my snake”

Lucius bowed low and with brused pride said “ As you wish My Lord” turning to his wife he held his arm out and motioned for her to come to him. Cassie also stood and followed the Malfoys out of the room.