Love Amidst Magic (Y/N x Sebastian Sallow)

Chapter Four

Y/N's Perspective

All I feel is a buzzing sensation in my entire body. I have only apparated to Azkaban, but at that point it hurt. This time felt different, it felt like relief. The air feels thinner here. Azkaban was like a thick heavy storm cloud above your head at all times.

The man, who now introduced himself as Charles Griffiths, took one look at my ripped clothes and gave me a cloak to put on.

He sat me down by a nearby bench. Everyone in the building stared at me. Some even speed-walking out of fear. They disappeared through the green flames.

"This may be unprofessional, but like I said, you are an extraordinary case. I believe in you. Go in, tell your story. Try not to tell more than you have to." Charles explained. "You have the chance to turn your life around. Do you want to go back to Hogwarts?"

Nothing more. I want nothing more than to go back. This feels impossible.

"Yes.. I do." I said. I felt sick. Thinking about returning to Hogwarts has been the only thing keeping me alive.

"Okay. Like I said, this is your chance. Put on your bravest face and don't let your emotions control you here." Charles stood up and directed me to an elevator.

We walked in and held onto the handles hanging from the ceiling. I could barely reach, but I managed. It was a rocky ride. My heart sank to my stomach when the doors opened.

We walked down a long corridor, which led to the courtroom. There was a single chair in the middle of the room. Every object in the room was a shade of brown or gray. It was intimidating.

I sat down in the single chair, crossing my legs and trying to act like I wasn't terrified. The Judge asked for my name.

"My name is Y/N Y/L/N."

"Miss Y/L/N, we are here under very rare circumstances. Almost all prisoners who enter Azkaban, die there. We are here to ask you a few questions about the crime you committed. You must answer honestly and truthfully. This goes without saying, but your cooperation is imperative to your future." The Judge said with his head facing down towards the podium, looking over his eye glasses at me.

I gulped, preparing myself for the questions.

"Firstly, some questions to remind our jurors of the details of the case, then new ones pertaining to your future." He said. "When did you commit this crime?"

"End of June. Around the time the school year ended." I said.

"Was this crime premeditated?"

"No."

"Did you know the victim personally?"

"Actually no. Barely. I only knew the victim for a few months, but have only spoken to him - maybe five times." I stated.

"Was this murder in self defense?" The Judge questioned.

"Yes."

"What was he trying to do before you murdered him?" He asked.

"He was trying to kill me." I closed my eyes, basically reliving the moment.

"Why was he trying to kill you?" He asked another question.

"I don't know. I don't think he liked me being around his family."

"Who is his family?" The Judge asked.

"Sebastian and Anne Sallow." As I said their names, the council gasped. I feel like I am losing their interest in my redemption. I need to be smarter about this.

"Next question, what were you doing leading up to this crime?" He questioned.

"Defeating Ranrok." I said almost proudly.

Whispering filled the room. Every single person in that room was shocked.

"Let me get this straight, you are the student who killed Ranrok?" The Judge asked.

"Yes I am. I had help through much training of my ancient magic. I was only a fifth year, just starting at Hogwarts last year. My family history is complicated, so I did not start as a first year." I clarified.

"Wow. Okay. Everyone quiet down." The Judge hushed the room. "I think we have heard enough."

"No please.. wait.. I-I can explain!" I panicked.

"We've heard enough. One last question. What is the name of the wizard that you murdered?"

The room fell silent. The faces around the room stared at me, intrigued once again. I could tell every single eye was focused on me at this point. They had been the entire time, but I could feel it now.

"I.. uh. His name is-" I trailed off.

"Solomon Sallow."

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A twist! Did you expect this?
I tried to leave hints for you, Y/N 😌
Thanks ❤️