Universe: Harry Potter
Prompt: Lucius catches Voldemort doing ballet
In the dimly lit corridors of Malfoy Manor, Lucius Malfoy paced restlessly, his mind preoccupied with the impending meeting with Lord Voldemort. As he approached the secluded room where the Dark Lord often conducted private rituals, he heard an unexpected sound-a delicate melody accompanied by rhythmic footsteps.
Curiosity mingled with caution, Lucius cautiously pushed the door ajar. To his utter surprise, there was Lord Voldemort, the epitome of dark magic and intimidation, engaged in an elegant ballet routine. The Dark Lord moved gracefully, his movements defying the sinister reputation he held.
Lucius, initially dumbfounded, stood frozen in the doorway, watching as Voldemort executed pirouettes and arabesques with surprising finesse. The room, adorned with dark tapestries and haunting symbols, became an unlikely stage for a ballet performance.
As Voldemort twirled, his crimson eyes met Lucius's wide-eyed gaze. The silence lingered for a moment before Voldemort, with an air of unexpected amusement, gestured for Lucius to join him. The initial shock gave way to an awkward yet surprisingly graceful collaboration as Lucius tentatively joined the impromptu ballet.
The two danced in an eerie harmony, their movements blending the elegance of ballet with the dark undertones of their magical prowess. The incongruity of the scene, set against the backdrop of Malfoy Manor, added an element of surrealism.
In that unexpected moment, Lucius and Voldemort found a peculiar connection through the language of dance. The dark ballet continued, a secret shared between them that defied the conventional expectations of the wizarding world. The Dark Lord, displaying an unexpected artistry, and Lucius, caught in a dance of shadows, forged an alliance that transcended the typical boundaries of their dark endeavors.
The ethereal ballet between Lord Voldemort and Lucius Malfoy unfolded in the hidden chamber of Malfoy Manor, their movements synchronized in an unlikely display of grace. Unbeknownst to them, the air in the room shifted as Bellatrix Lestrange, ever vigilant and fiercely loyal, approached.
As the door creaked open, Bellatrix's piercing eyes widened at the surreal sight before her. The Dark Lord and Lucius, entwined in a dance that contradicted everything she associated with their menacing personas. Rage and confusion contorted her expression as she watched, her wand hand twitching in disbelief.
"WHAT IS THIS?!" Bellatrix's voice echoed through the chamber, her sudden appearance shattering the delicate dance. Voldemort and Lucius halted, the room growing tense as they faced the furious Death Eater.
Bellatrix, her eyes ablaze with a mix of anger and bewilderment, surveyed the scene before her. The elegant ballet costumes and the incongruity of the setting clashed with the ominous surroundings, intensifying her outrage.
"Explain yourselves!" she demanded, her wand trembling with unreleased energy.
Voldemort, his usual composure momentarily disrupted, exchanged a glance with Lucius. In a rare moment of vulnerability, the Dark Lord gestured for Lucius to speak.
With an awkward clearing of his throat, Lucius attempted to rationalize the inexplicable ballet. "My Lord and I were merely... practicing a new form of magical expression," he stammered, his usual eloquence failing him.
Bellatrix's disbelief transformed into a sinister grin. "Magical expression? In ballet? You've truly lost your minds!"
The revelation of the Dark Lord and Lucius engaged in a clandestine ballet became a tale whispered through the ranks of Death Eaters, an unexpected and surreal chapter in the dark history of Lord Voldemort and his devoted followers. The Malfoy Manor, once a symbol of unwavering allegiance to the dark arts, now held a secret that left even the most loyal Death Eaters questioning the depths of magical eccentricity within their ranks.
