𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬

𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝟏: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬

The Hogwarts corridors seemed eerily familiar yet subtly different, as if someone had painted over the memories with a slightly altered palette. Harry Potter and Draco Malfoy stood facing each other, the weight of their shared realization hanging heavy in the air.

Harry's mind raced with questions and uncertainties. How had they ended up here? What had caused this rift between realities? And perhaps most importantly, how would they find their way back home?

Draco, too, was grappling with the implications of their situation. This alternate reality challenged everything he had ever known, casting doubt on his perceptions of himself and the world around him.

"We need to figure out what's going on," Harry said, breaking the tense silence that had settled between them.

Draco nodded, a flicker of determination igniting in his eyes. "Agreed. But how do we even begin to unravel this mystery?"

Harry glanced around the corridor, his thoughts racing. "We start by gathering information. We need to find out what's different in this reality, what's changed."

With a shared sense of purpose, Harry and Draco set off down the corridor, their footsteps echoing softly against the stone floors. As they walked, they passed familiar landmarks and familiar faces, each subtly altered in this strange new world.

Their first stop was the Great Hall, where they hoped to find some answers amidst the bustling activity of the students and staff. But as they entered the grand chamber, they were met with a sight that left them both stunned.

The tables were arranged differently, the banners hanging from the walls bearing unfamiliar crests. And seated at the head table, presiding over the room with an air of authority, was none other than Severus Snape.

Harry's heart skipped a beat at the sight of his former Potions professor, his mind reeling with disbelief. Snape had been a formidable presence in his life, both ally and adversary in equal measure. But to see him here, in this alternate reality, was a shock beyond words.

Draco, too, seemed taken aback by the sight, his expression a mask of conflicted emotions. Snape had been a figure of authority in his own life as well, a constant reminder of the expectations placed upon him as the son of a Death Eater.

"Snape," Harry murmured, his voice barely above a whisper. "What's he doing here?"Draco shook his head, his gaze never leaving the head table. "I don't know. But I have a feeling he might have some answers."

With a shared nod of determination, Harry and Draco made their way towards the head table, their hearts pounding with anticipation. For in this strange new reality, Snape might be their only hope of uncovering the truth behind their predicament.

What do you think is Snape's secret? :3