Cursed (SnapeXreader)

Starry Night

Uploaded: 9/8/20

Your wand lowered, Dumbledore's once illuminated face, darkened to reveal a slightly more withered looking man. You looked towards Snape, who was radiating an emotion you couldn't quite get into grip of. It was always difficult to understand the potion master's feelings, but you seemed to 'get' him...most of the time, however this was not one of those times.

The look on his face was indescribable.

Maybe he felt threatened by the truth...like there was something that he didn't want you to know just yet.

"So that will be what proves my trust to V-Voldemort?" You stammer. You tried your best to use his proper name, you always did. From the wise words of Granger; "fear of a name only increases fear of the thing itself." But now, it all seemed so real.

Snape shifted his eyes to Dumbledore who then gave you an agreeable nod.

Voldemort was involved with your family. Your own parents were practically his little slaves. But then you remembered Snape was, also. There must be more to this, surely?!

"My Parents... they never told me about this. Why?"

"Because they didn't want you involved. At least not until you were old enough to make wise decisions for yourself, White." Snape said, rather patronisingly.

"But I saw that scene! They didn't exactly protest against the idea!" You said, going red in the cheeks.

"They were under the imperious curse at that point you see, they were being controlled." Dumbledore added. "I know this (y/n) because Severus informs me after each and every meeting he goes to. I remember when he came back from that specific one. He told me about Voldemort's plans for you and Draco and we decided to keep it under our hats-"

"Until now." Snape added. "It's time you knew, we need to prepare you for what is to come."

"And does Draco know about this?" You ask, specifically aiming the question at Snape, who you knew had been close with Draco.

"He knows... that's why I told him to stay away from you. You see Miss White, this is going to be a race between you and Draco, survival of who can complete the dark lord's wishes before one another."

"But I'm not a murderer! Sir, please I could never do that to you." You plead, moving towards the headmaster.

"I Know Miss White. And that's why I have you under the very best protection. Professor Snape will guide you through this, you must trust him. He is one of us after all." Dumbledore walked towards the pensive, leaning over it. "There's still so much you need to learn (y/n)... so much you need to see." He now extracted a new memory, his wand pressed up against his temple. He flicked the silvery, chain-like strand into the Pensieve.

"Not tonight Headmaster, I think White should rest. It's already a lot to take in, she-"

"Oh please, Professor, like you care!" You scoffed.

"Well Miss White, I don't particularly want another outburst like last time...when I had to oblivi-"

"I agree with Severus. (y/n) I understand that you have a lot of unanswered questions but a good nights rest will have you in a much better head space. I trust that Severus will be able to put you on the right track, therefore I give you permission to use my office tomorrow for as long as you need. I, however will not be in school. Anything you need, just go to Professor Snape."