𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐔𝐋 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐄 ✔︎ ━ 𝖱𝖨𝖣𝖣𝖫𝖤

𝐅𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐄𝐍: 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐋𝐄𝐃

I wrapped my arms the furthest I could around the neck of the dragon, clinging onto my life.

I had actually jumped from the window. Somehow, someway I managed to place enough confidence in myself to do such a thing. I think even Tom was surprised, considering he stood there aimlessly as I jumped.

The pitch black dragon soared above the treetops, increasing speed toward a location I was trilled to see. The great architecture of Hogwarts loomed not too far from us.

I could feel a smile pull across my face as the great castle came into view. Upon arrival I was surprised to see so many students outside— perhaps its the fact I would be making my landing on a Dragon of all things.

Kiara, Hermione, and Cho all raced into the courtyard the moment the Dragon landed on the stone. It laid down, allowing me to slide off the side without harm.

I ran to Kiara, my arms extended for a hug. She pulled me in tightly, arms indulging my body. A few moments into our hug, the great voice of Dumbledore appeared.

"Is that you, Anastasia?" He asked with surprise. I slipped out of the hug and turned around to face him, nodding. He smiled, delighted.

"We are so beyond thrilled to have you back. Welcome home." He said with a grave rightness in his voice. I smiled back, watching closely as he disappeared back into the school.

Only a few seconds after he disappeared I was bombarded by a crowd of students. "How did you make it back?" One asked. "What was it like, being locked up?" Another asked. "Are we safe now?" Another spoke.

I was so taken aback I was at a loss for words- unable to say a single thing. Kiara looped her arm around mine and pulled me out of the crowd, pushing the other students aside.

"She will not be answering questions until she's ready. Now all of you leave her alone before I spell you into a mouse!" She exclaimed, acting like a personal lawyer to me.

I huffed and thanked her countless times for getting me out of that mosh pit. If it wasn't for her I'd probably still be standing there like a grounded tree.

Hermione and Cho followed close behind. I kept my head low, ignoring all the looks from my fellow students. I would be a target for questions, so we walked quickly to the Ravenclaw common room.

Once inside, I practically melted into the incredibly comfortable couch. The couch at Tom's place was made of hard leather, so this one was like paradise.

The girls all sat around me. I could tell they were waiting for answers, but I didn't know what to say to them.

If I lied I'd have to live with the guilt of it, and Tom would probably expos me. But if I told the truth they would probably never talk to me again since they searched so tirelessly for me.

I was unsure of what to do.

I pulled myself into a sitting position, legs hanging over the couch. I looked at each one of their faces. They seemed enthralled that I was about to tell them something I had told no one else.

"I thought I would die in there, with him. There were some moments where I felt an odd sense of security, and others where I feared for my life." I said evenly.

I worded it between the truth and the lie. This way I wouldn't have to use detail, but I would be able to express the emotions I felt while with him.

"There's something you guys need to know," I said quietly. Eagerly, they all seemed to perk up. "Do not trust Zachary or Nicholas. Combined, they're more deadly then Tom." I finished.