The next morning, I woke up before anyone, just after sunrise. To shower and change into my black long sleeve maxi dress, some tights, and a pair of knee-length leather boots.
I then slipped on my winter cloak and a knitted hat and scarf before going down to the office of Professor McGonagall's office to ask permission to leave earlier than usual to Hogsmeade.
As I walked in I noticed that she had her usual black and green robes and wore her auburn hair in a neat plait away from her face.
She was sitting at her desk reading from one of the many books on her desk, a pair of spectacles sitting lowly on the bridge of her nose.
"Good morning, Miss. Riel. What might I be able to help you with this morning?" She asked, looking up at me, as she set the book down on her desk.
"Good morning, Professor McGonagall. I was wondering if I could leave earlier than usual to go to Hogsmeade. I would like to go look for a few books that I heard about, on magical beasts that's been recently released... And another in magical artifacts." I explained, hoping the answer would be a yes.
"Oh yes, I want to acquire a copy of that book myself. I suppose it won't hurt anyone if I escort you to Hogsmeade myself." She said, nodding. "Let me just send a note to Professor Dumbledore to inform him." She said, quickly writing on a piece of parchment before handing it to her owl.
I waited patiently as she completed her task, and then felt relieved as we slowly made our way towards the Entrance Courtyard.
We walked silently down the path leading towards Hogsmeade. I was so lost in thought I hadn't realized that the Professor had gone incredibly still beside me.
I turned to ask her if something was the matter when I heard a deep masculine voice, that wasn't there before, speak.
"Now, what are two lovely ladies like yourselves doing out here all by yourselves?" He asked with a sly smirk on his face.
I hadn't realized who he was until my eyes met his polar opposed eyes, one an icy blue and another as deep and dark as night.
His blonde hair sleeked back on top and completely shaved on the back and sides. A cold smirk on his otherwise young face.
"Mister Grindlewald, why would come out of hiding, and to this location, with the risk of getting imprisoned?" the professor asked, cooly.
I inconspicuously lifted my hand to my neck, placing my fingertips on the small tattoo that was hidden under my hair.
I could feel as Tom pushed into my mind, feeling his panicked worry.
'Where are you?' He thought, anxiously.
'Out. Just a few feet away from the entrance of Hogsmeade. Grindlewald is here.' I quickly informed him.
'Get help. Now!' I added, my eyes never leaving his, even though he addressed the professor.
"Now, now. Where are your manners?" He asked, almost mockingly.
"Let's cut the act here. Why are you truly here, Mr. Grindlewald? You are a very powerful wizard, what is so important to you here that you'd risk getting caught by the Ministry of Magic?" She asked as she stepped before me, placing herself in between me and the otherwise feared dark wizard.
"Recruits. Why else?" He laughed, taking a menacing step towards us. "I hear there are young, skilled wizards here. I've already made my rounds at Durmstrang, Ilvermorny, and Beauxbatons." He added with a smile
A series of resounded pops was heard behind him, and dozens of running footsteps were heard. Only they weren't who I'd expected to be.
"Gellert." A familiar voice suddenly said.
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