Riddles Past and What's Behind It (Demo)

Dark Project

As the end of the school year drew near, tensions at Hogwarts began to rise. Students were busy studying for their final exams, and the seventh years were especially anxious, as they knew that graduation was just around the corner.

It was a warm spring day when Headmaster Dippet made the announcement that the graduation ceremony would take place in just two months' time. The news sent a wave of excitement through the school, as students began to prepare for the ceremony and the celebrations that would follow.

For the seventh years, however, the news was bittersweet. They had spent the past seven years at Hogwarts, and now they were about to leave the place that had become their home. They would be saying goodbye to their friends, their teachers, and the magical world that they had come to love.

Tom Riddle was one of the seventh years who was about to graduate. He felt a mixture of excitement and anxiety as he thought about the future. He had achieved so much at Hogwarts, and had become one of the most powerful wizards of his generation. But he also knew that there was still much more he wanted to accomplish, and that he would need to leave Hogwarts behind in order to do so.

As he walked through the halls of Hogwarts, Tom saw students hurrying to and fro, their faces filled with excitement and anticipation. He couldn't help but feel a sense of envy as he watched them, knowing that he would soon be leaving Hogwarts for good.

But Tom was also determined. He knew that the real challenges lay ahead, and that he would need to be stronger and more cunning than ever before in order to succeed. And as he thought about the future, Tom felt a sense of exhilaration, knowing that the world was his for the taking.

For now, though, he would enjoy the remaining weeks at Hogwarts, and prepare for the graduation ceremony that would mark the end of one chapter in his life, and the beginning of another.

Tom Riddle was walking through the Hogwarts castle when he overheard a group of Ravenclaw students discussing their common room's security measures. They were boasting about how impossible it was to break in without the correct answer to their riddle, and that the guard stationed outside the door would never be charmed or bribed.

Tom, however, had never been one to back down from a challenge. He studied the guard from afar, taking note of his appearance, wand movements, and any spells he used to keep the students out. Tom knew he had to act quickly and creatively.

As night fell and the Ravenclaw students retired to their common room, Tom put his plan into action. He used his exceptional wand skills to cast a subtle charm on the guard, making him believe that he had been relieved of his duties and was free to go. With the guard gone, Tom easily solved the riddle and entered the common room.

Once inside, Tom began his search for anything related to Rowena Ravenclaw. He sifted through stacks of books and scrolls, finally coming across a tome that detailed her life, achievements, and personal philosophy. Tom eagerly pored over the pages, taking notes and making mental connections between Rowena Ravenclaw's values and his own.

After an hour of studying, Tom heard a faint noise from outside the common room. He knew he had to leave before the guard returned and discovered him. With a quick spell to cover his tracks, Tom snuck out of the Ravenclaw common room, feeling satisfied with his accomplishment.

As he made his way back to his dormitory, Tom couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation. Breaking into the Ravenclaw common room had been a thrilling challenge, but it had also given him the knowledge and insight he needed to further his ambitions.

Later that night, Tom making his way to the tower where Helena Ravenclaw's ghost was said to reside. He used his wand to cast the spell on her and waited as she drifted off to sleep.

With the spell in effect, Tom was able to enter Helena's mind and explore her thoughts and memories. He saw glimpses of her life as a student at Hogwarts, her time as the daughter of Rowena Ravenclaw, and even her eventual death. Tom searched through her memories for any knowledge or secrets that could aid him in his quest for power.

But as he delved deeper into Helena's thoughts, Tom realized the grave mistake he had made. He saw the pain and anguish that Helena had carried with her in life, and he felt the weight of her grief as if it were his own. Tom saw the hurt he had caused, not just to Helena, but to others as well, and he was struck by a sudden feeling of guilt.

Tom quickly ended the spell and fled the tower, overwhelmed by his emotions.

Tom Riddle made his way back to his common room, his mind still reeling from the experience he had just had. He had broken into the Ravenclaw tower and invaded the thoughts of Helena Ravenclaw, and he had felt her pain and suffering as if it were his own.

As he entered the Slytherin common room, he felt a sense of relief wash over him. He was back in familiar surroundings, surrounded by the familiar faces of his fellow Slytherins.

But as he made his way to his bed, he could feel the weight of his guilt pressing down on him. He had always prided himself on his ambition and his desire for power, but he now realized that his actions had consequences beyond his own desires.

He lay down on his bed, staring up at the canopy above him. For the first time in a long time, he felt unsure of himself and his place in the world.

Suddenly, he heard a soft knock at his door. He sat up, wondering who could be visiting him at this hour.

"Come in," he called out.

The door opened slowly, and a familiar face appeared. It was Genevieve, the girl he had worked with during the Beauxbatons Academy of Magic exchange.

"Tom, I heard you came back," she said softly. "I just wanted to check on you, see how you're doing."

Tom was surprised by her visit, but he couldn't help feeling grateful for the company.

"I'm fine," he said, trying to sound convincing. "Just tired, I guess."

Genevieve nodded, her eyes scanning the room. "It's different from Beauxbatons," she said, her voice trailing off. "It's much darker here."

Tom nodded in agreement. Hogwarts had always been a dark and foreboding place, but he had never really noticed it until now.

They sat in silence for a few minutes, neither of them knowing what to say. Finally, Genevieve spoke up.

"Tom, I wanted to thank you for helping me during the exchange," she said. "I couldn't have passed those quests without you."

Tom felt a surge of pride at her words. He had always known he was talented, but it was nice to hear it from someone else.

"You're welcome," he said, a small smile forming on his lips.

They sat in silence for a few more minutes before Genevieve stood up.

"Well, I should be going," she said, making her way to the door. "Take care of yourself, Tom."

Tom watched her go, feeling a sense of longing in his chest. He had never felt this way before, but he couldn't deny the fact that he enjoyed her company.

As he lay back down on his bed, Tom knew that he had a lot to think about. He had been so focused on his quest for power that he had forgotten the importance of human connection. He vowed to never forget it again.