Hidden In The Shadows Part 1- Harry Potter Story

Darkness Risen

"My followers," Voldemort began with a wave of his wand. "We are reunited at last."

Estella looked over his shoulder at Harry, who was trapped by a gravestone. The boy looked like he was about to pass out and was covered in blood.

Estella had to suppress a cry at the body that lay beyond him. Cedric Diggory was lifeless upon the ground.

Her attention was brought back to the front however, as Voldemort gifted Peter with a new silver hand.

"You have been a faithful servant," Voldemort hissed, eyes gleaming. "Unlike so many."

"My Lord," Lucius Malfoy stepped forward, his hand shaking. "My family has been loyal.."

"You ran from my mark at the Quidditch Cup," the dark wizard sneered, waving his hand. "You're a fool Lucius." He turned to face the families. "The Lestranges are not with us." Estella froze as he continued. "They will receive rewards for their obedience once they are freed and the dementors are at my side."

Voldemort walked among a few of the hooded figures, sneering, before he stepped in front of Estella's parents. "Albert and Amelie, you were always so helpful in our time of need." They bowed their heads wordlessly as he continued. "However, you seem to have disappeared all these years."

"We were awaiting your return my Lord," Amelie answered smoothly.

Voldemort tutted before turning. "Never mind, I have a great servant who is currently placed at Hogwarts. He is most faithful." His eyes widened as they fell on Harry, who gritted his teeth. "In my excitement, I seem to have forgotten our guest." He began to circle Harry. "Many of you remember the night I was.. set back. You see, I thought I could kill Harry Potter, but what I didn't realize was that Lily Potter's death gave her son unforeseen protection. I couldn't touch him. But now Harry's blood runs through my veins and," Voldemort paused. "I can touch him now."

To demonstrate, the dark wizard raised a long finger to Harry's forehead. Harry yelled with pain and Estella stiffened, biting her tongue. Amelie shot her warning look and she forced herself to remain still.

With a wave of his wand, Voldemort released Harry and the boy crumpled to the ground, panting.

"CRUCIO!"

Estella raised her hand instinctively and Harry's yells grew less intense as pain began to ripple through her. Estella's eyes widened. How was this possible?

The Dark Lord didn't seem to notice anything as he kneeled mockingly and offered Harry his wand. "Let's have a duel Potter and we can see who is truly more powerful now."

Wormtail hurried forward and cut Harry's bonds. Estella glared at the man in disgust. Harry has saved his life.

"Now, we bow," Voldemort gestured. Harry just eyed him defiantly and he sneered. "Has no one taught you manners Potter? Bow!" Harry gave a yell as Voldemort casted the Cruciatus Curse.

Estella once again raised a trembling hand and focused, narrowing her eyes. The waves of pain begin to flow through her again but she smiled as Harry relaxed and had time to duck behind a tombstone.

"Hiding are we now Harry?" Voldemort sneered, raising his wand. "I can end it quickly if you wish."

"EXPELLIARMUS!"

"AVADA KEDAVRA!"

Harry's voice mingled with the dark wizard's as the strands of light bolted toward each other and merged. Estella's eyes widened as the wands connected and a golden light began to spill out of the center, encasing the two foes in a web.

"DO NOTHING!" Voldemort screamed at the Death Eaters, who had begun to approach.

Estella let out a muffled yell as a ghostly image of Cedric burst from the tip of Voldemort's wand. He was followed by an old Muggle man, Bertha Jorkins, and last of all, Harry's parents.

Estella watched the spirits in amazement as Voldemort looked at them with an expression of fear.

"Harry." She heard Lily's voice whisper to her son. "When the connection breaks, we can only stay behind for a few moments. You must get to the cup."

Harry nodded as Cedric stepped beside him.

"Harry take my body back to my father will you?"

James leaned forward. "Alright Harry. One. Two. THREE!"

The golden sphere broke apart into the night as the spirits surrounded Voldemort. Estella watched as Harry sprinted and dove for the cup, touching it, and taking Cedric's body along with him. She breathed a sigh of relief. He was safe.

"Estella," a voice whispered and the girl spun around, eyes wide behind her mask.

Lily Potter stood smiling sadly at her as she faded away. "Thank you for watching out for him."

The words were meant only for her and Estella stared in amazement before she felt someone grab her hand and she disapparated with a pop.

Estella lay panting with her face pressed against the tile. Amelie got up from where she landed and stood beside Albert.

"What was that?" her mother demanded. "How did you weaken the Dark Lord's curse?"

Estella winced as she remembered the pain rolling through her body. "I.. I don't know."

"You have to be more careful," her mother sighed, scanning her sharply.

Estella's lip trembled. "He's dead mother."

"I know," Amelie looked troubled and she held out her arms for a rare embrace.

Estella felt the tears trickle down her face as she finally gave into her emotion, holding her mother tightly, both still donned in their dark robes. Evil had risen and nothing was ever going to be the same.