Survival Of James Potter

Please Don't Die

Disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter. Any names, places and other things you may recognise from the books belong to JK Rowling, not me.

No one knew what the third task was. Only that it would test the ability of all the champions to the max. Prongs would not be able to see any of it as it was on the Quiddich pitch and took place on the 24th June, at night. The same night as the full moon. Prongs would be with Moony and Padfoot. He would just have to wait for the results.

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The day of the task came and went quickly. Before he knew it James was preparing to meet Sirius and Remus, while watching the school filter down to the Quiddich pitch. After a while it was dark, Prongs and Padfoot were on guard and Moony was being, well Moony.

The cheers and cries of the students echoed up to where they were, making Prongs worry about Harry. The night seemed to drag but eventually, it was over.

Prongs had a long wait for Harry to come and see him to find out who won. Harry never came. Instead it was Hedwig with a letter, again not from Harry, but Hermione.

'Prongs, the third task has had a dreadful outcome. Don't worry Harry is alive. Cedric, however, is not. The cup was a port key. Cedric was killed by you-know-who. Now I know what you're thinking but he's back. Proven by the dark mark on Snape's arm. Harry's still in shock. His blood was used to bring him back. Padfoot's with hishim though. Hope to see you soon, Hermione'

James took no time in writing a reply

'Hermione, glad Harry is alright. I just wish I could have been there for him. Tell Padfoot to come and see me when he gets the chance. Speak soon, Prongs'

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Two days before term ended, Prongs finally saw Harry. The first thing James did when he arrived was pull him into a hug and let him cry. He had been through a lot, especially for a fourteen year old.

"I'm so proud of you, Harry" James murmured, "You've done so well this year."

"But I couldn't save him" Harry sobbed.

"No one could have. Cedric died a hero's death. He'll be remembered for that."

Harry nodded into James' shoulder, "What's going to happen now?" he asked.

"Well the Order will probably re-form" James said.

"Order?" Harry pulled back, confused.

"Another story for another day. But for now, I want you to try your hardest to relax. You've had a tough year and deserve a break. Keep in touch though, if anything happens I want to hear about it."

"I will, promise"

"Good, now go get some sleep. I'll speak to you soon"

"Love you dad"

"Love you to Harry"

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