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The Amethyst Eyed Wizard Ch. 11Derek spent the next couple of months thinking about all that was going on throughout that year with the Triwizard Tournament. It was clear that he and Harry were in greater danger. He was now all the more concerned about what the Third Task had in store. But Barty Crouch constantly being absent was something that was concerning him even more right now. His mind was on him while walking off to Charms class.‘Where is he? Surely someone would’ve seen him by now.’ He thought.‘Even the Daily Prophet is rubbish. Claiming that he’s ill? Nonsense. Crouch seems way too clever to have a sickness hit him this hard.’ Plutonia said.‘Maybe Winston could help. If I remember, Crouch has a house-elf, right?’ He asked.‘Used to. He fired his house-elf, Winky. But she could be a start.’ She said.He went off to Charms class where he took part in their next lesson.“Welcome to another day of Charms. Today, we are learning about the Skurge Charm.” Flitwick said while going over to a wall that was slimed up with green ooze. “Can anyone take a guess as to what this is?” He asked the class.“That’s ectoplasm.” A Ravenclaw answered.“Well done. Now can anyone tell me where this ectoplasm comes from?” He asked.“They come from ghosts, poltergeists, and other forms of spirits. They spawn as waste from them when they glide. It usually forms over time if not treated properly.” Derek answered.“Very good, although ectoplasm can form quicker depending on the environment and typically moisture on the walls. Now, historically, ectoplasm has been shoveled off, which led to many strains and issues that have only gotten worse. Luckily, the Skurge Charm gets rid of it.” Flitwick explained more.They watched as Flitwick demonstrated how to use the incantation. After the swish and flick, he cast the spell, and the ectoplasm evaporated. They spent the class learning how to get rid of the ectoplasm that was laid out for everyone to get rid of.Just then, a Slytherin attempted to try to get rid of it but ended up saying the incantation a bit off.“Skorge!” He yelled. The spell caused the ectoplasm to explode and send it all over the place. “Uh……whoops.” He said while being covered in ectoplasm.“Please remain with me after class. For the rest of you, I’d like an essay on the history of the removal of the ectoplasm before the discovery of the Skurge Charm. Dismissed.” Flitwick said while he rushed over to the Slytherin student.After class, they all left and Derek made sure no ectoplasm was on his robes. He was heading off towards the Common Room where he could work on his homework because he had a free period before potions later that day.Just as he did, Winston Apparated right next to him.“YIKES!!! Oh, hey Winston. Everything okay?” Derek asked while calming down.“Winston has come to tell Master Derek that Harry Potter, Ronald Weasley, and Hermione Granger were kicked out of the kitchen for putting wages in other House-Elves heads. That S.P.E.W is really getting annoying for Winston.” He said.“Just that?” Derek asked.“Well, there is more, Master. Winston overheard Winky saying that Winky was keeping something her master ordered her to do. Winky knowing that Bartimus Crough Sr. is sick is new to her, and everything.” Winston continued.Derek blinked a few times hearing this.“She’s not taking this well, is she?” He asked.“No.” Winston said.“Best try to see if you can find out more about it. If we can learn what’s going on with Mr. Crouch, the better. Good luck.” He said. Winston bowed before disappearing. “I got a bad feeling about this.” He whispered while getting back to his homework.As May finally rolled in, Derek was beginning to prep for the summer term. He also knew that the Third Task was coming up, but he knew nothing about it yet. That was until one day…“Mr. Night.” Flitwick called him before everyone was leaving. “Mr. Bagman wants me to pass on a message to you. You are to join everyone and the champions at the Quidditch field tonight at nine. It has something to do with the final task.” He said.“Thank you, Professor Flitwick. I’ll depart after dinner.” Derek said.While at dinner, he began to think about what the final task would be. Something tells me that this will be worse than the last two for him that want to try to kill him.“Hey, Derek!” Someone called out nearby. He looked over and saw Cedric coming to him. “You been okay? What with all the dangers that seem to be targeting you throughout the task, I had to check up on you.” He said."Oh yeah…can’t wait to find out what’s gonna try to kill me this time.” Derek said sarcastically. “Luckily, you’re with selected ones that Dumbledore trusts the strongest. He is suspicious about Moody though, so he’ll be elsewhere. Anyway, after you eat, we can head down to the Quidditch field.” He said.“Sounds good.” He said.After they ate, he and Cedric made their way down to the pitch. They got outside the stadium to wait for Harry, but they sat and talked about Quidditch and how Derek was thinking of becoming a Chaser courtesy of Cho’s suggestion.“Cedric, Derek!” Harry called out while joining them.“Shall we?” Derek asked.The three of them entered the field, but as they got there, they froze.“WHAT THE!?!?” Derek shouted in fright.“What happened to the field!?” Cedric yelled.“They look like hedges!” Harry yelled as they all looked up and saw large walls of hedges all around them.“There you are!” Judo called out as he and the other champions were waiting for them on top of the hedges.“What in the world?” Derek asked.“Relax, for you’ll have your pitch back to normal soon enough. Hagrid will have them done within a month and they’ll be tall enough for the final task. Can any of you guess what we’re making here?” Ludo asked.“Maze.” Krum grunted.“Correct! The Third Task will have you champions go through the maze. Your objective is to retrieve the Triwizard Cup that will be hidden deep within the maze. The first champion that touches the cup will receive full points. Talk about a game changer, eh?” Bagman asked them.‘Wow! A sudden win for the Triwizard tournament?’ Derek thought.‘Good one.’ Plutonia asked.“However!” Ludo began, everyone, knowing there was a catch. “Obstacles, creatures, and spells will be shown all around the maze to make this more interesting. In terms of standings, Mr. Diggory and Mr. Potter will enter first as they are tied for first position. Mr. Krum will follow third, and Miss. Delacour will follow last.” He finished.“What will my task be?” Derek asked.“You will be eyeing the champions from above with your broomstick. The champion’s safety is going to be your number one concern, but you cannot intervene unless it is necessary. The champions can be withdrawn from the task by sending red sparks with their wands. You will circle around the pitch close to the staff that will be around in case another incident should happen again. Understood?” Bagman asked him.Derek smiled greatly.“Now you’re talking my game.” He said with confidence.“If anyone else hasn’t any questions, let us be off.” Ludo said before he strolled off.Just as everyone was about to leave, Fleur took Derek’s shoulder.“Derek…can we walk and talk?” She asked.“Oh, sure.” He said.They left together to head for the carriages. They constantly looked around to see if they were being followed.“You must’ve had it bad. But why would those monsters attack you?” Fleur asked.“Been asking myself that question for months. From what I know is that someone is commanding them to attack me. First the dragon, then the giant squid, what’s next? A Blast-Ended Skrewt that’ll sneak up from behind and shoot flames out of its arse?” He asked in annoyance.“Derek…please don’t ‘urt yourself.” She said while holding his arm.“It’s not that I’m trying to hurt myself. It’s just…huh?” Derek stopped himself when he saw something out of the ordinary. “Derek? What iz it?” Fleur asked.“Stay close.” He said while his eyes began to glow so he could see the aura around, It didn’t take long for him to see someone nearby. “There!” He yelled while pointing at the carriages. They saw a man who looked like he had gone insane with torn and bloodied-up clothing. He looked paler and his hair and mustache looked like they needed to be cleaned. What really stood out was that he looked like he was talking to someone.“Is zat Crouch? One of ze judges?” Fleur asked.“It is! Come on!” Derek yelled before they rushed to him. “Mr. Crouch!? Are you okay!?” He asked him while they held him.“…and make sure that all of her horses drink single malt whiskey, Weatherby. They are very picky about those.” Crouch looked like he was still talking to someone.“Zey already ‘ave. Mr. Crouch? Vat ez it?” Fleur tried to ask, but he’s constantly going on about complete nonsense.“We need to get him inside. I know just where to take him. Can I trust you to help?” Derek asked her.“Yes.” She said before they got him up and began to take him inside.“Derek!” Harry’s voice called out as he and Viktor were on their way over.“It’s Crouch! He’s not well! His mind must be turned to mush!” Derek said while they tried to get him inside.“We need to get to Dumbledore!” Harry said.“You go get him. We’ll get him to the Hospital Wing. Madam Pomfrey will tend to him.” Derek said before Harry nodded and ran off. Suddenly, he stopped and looked back. “Hmm?” He asked.“Derek?” Viktor asked.He said nothing at first as he was seeing a dark presence nearby. He knew this was bad news.“Move! Crouch is in greater danger!” He said in a panic as he rejoined them, and they ran inside.They went through the castle and used a few secret passageways that allowed them to take some shortcuts. Crouch just gotten worse as he began to yell and panic.“Dumbledore! Must…warn…Dumbledore!” Crouch yelled.“You will. Let’s just get you in here to the Hospital Wing and we’ll get you fixed up.” Derek said just as they entered. “Madam Pomfrey!? We got a problem!” He called out.Madam Pomfrey came rushing out and saw Crouch.“I thought he was ill at home. Put him here.” She said as the three of them got him to a sickbed. “We saw ‘im by ze carriages. Eez gone mad.” Fleur said.“Vot is with him?” Viktor asked while Pomfrey began to subdue him.“Looks like his mind has been messed with. I can think of a few spells that could do this. Maybe the Imperius Curse?” She wondered.“Well, whoever did it really wants him out of the picture.” Derek said.After a bit, Crouch was finally sedated, and he was out cold. While they were watching over him, Harry, Dumbledore, Karkaroff, and Maxine arrived.“There!” Harry said while pointing.“What is the meaning of this?” Karkaroff asked.“Someone obviously was messing with his mind.” Derek said.“I’ll go tell Winky that her former master is here. Maybe she can help.” Harry said.“That won’t be necessary, Harry. We will take him from here.” Dumbledore said.“But why would Crouch be attacked? It makes no zense.” Maxine said.“All of you, out! This is a Hospital Wing, not a meeting room. Out!” Madam Pomfrey demanded as she kicked everyone out, including Derek.“Zis iz terrible. Who could do zis?” Fleur asked.“We’ll know more later. For now, how about you all return to their resting quarters for the night. Mr. Night, I think things are now getting too out of hand. Best stay within the walls until the task.” Dumbledore said to him.“No need to tell me twice. As much as it pains me to admit it, I think whoever is attacking me might’ve attacked Crouch. Someone is obviously trying to kill me and Harry.” Derek said.The champions and Derek left while the staff and the other heads discussed about the issue. Derek began to think about everything himself. Just before they went their separate ways, Fleur gently embraced him.“Goon night, Derek. See you at ze final task.” She said before she left.“See you then. Take care.” He said.‘She seems very loyal to her friends. You really have made a great ally.’ Plutonia said.‘What can I say? I can tell by seeing it in them.’ He thought while making his way back to the Common Room.By the next morning, the news spread of Barty Crouch Sr. being found and seems to be crazy brought a lot of tension around. Because of his condition, he was later set off to St. Mungo’s Hospital for better treatment, and Percy was brought in for questioning.As Derek was leaving Herbology, a loud screech came nearby and an owl came zooming in with a letter in its beak.“Hello. Whatcha got there?” He asked when it landed on his arm and he took the letter. He saw it was from Cornelius Fudge himself. “Oh boy…” He said before giving the owl a Knut and opened it.Mr. Night,The Ministry of Magic is very grateful that you, Mr. Krum, and Mr. Delacour safely helped with the help of Barty Crouch Sr. Head of the Department of Magical Cooperation. Given the situation, in case you are not aware, I will be stepping in as the judge for the final task.As for the reason why I am sending you this letter before the task is because, like Mr. Potter, you are in greater danger than ever. Given what Mr. Ludo Bagman informed me, I will be having multiple eyes on you to make sure that nothing goes wrong like the previous two tasks. I know that there must be some dark activity that seems to be affecting the Triwizard Tournament. If you have any questions or concerns, send me a letter and I’ll do my best to answer them.Yours sincerely,Cornelius FudgeMinister of Magic‘Well, at least the ministry is taking some extra steps this time.’ Plutonia said.‘Yeah. I guess we see how things play out now that the minister himself is getting his hands dirty.’ Derek thought while the owl flew off.Derek knew what was to come next. The Third Task was merely weeks away, and now things are going to get all the more concerning for him. What new dangers lie for him? Will he get away from said dangers unscathed? Find out more as the Third Task commences next time as the story continues.
The Amethyst Eyed Wizard Ch. 10| The Second TaskDerek was sitting by a window after he changed into his sleepwear after having a wonderful time at the Yule Ball. He also was in deep thought while looking out beyond the Forbidden Forest from what Cho offered to him and even kissed him on the cheek, which he touched a couple of times from which he felt a warming feeling.‘Can’t sleep?’ Plutonia asked.‘Nope. Just can’t stop thinking about things.’ Derek thought.‘I can tell. There are so many going around in your head. Perhaps a simple sleeping draft ought to help?’ She asked.‘I don’t know. I just…feel like I’m going to be used for granted, and like property. I agreed to help, but I don’t want to be seen being used for stuff against my will. Also…I sense something’s wrong. I can’t put my finger on it, but something seems like it shouldn’t be.’ He explained while looking down.‘I don’t blame you. If the worst should happen, I can take over and put an end to this. I swore to the gods to protect you and teach you everything you need to know. That is not going to change.’ Plutonia assured him. ‘Thanks, Plutonia. I wouldn’t be who I am if it weren’t for you.’ He thought while looking back outside and smiled.‘Now how about you get some sleep? It may still be the holidays, but that doesn’t mean you still shouldn’t get your rest. Don’t want to have insomnia about mostly minor things, do you?’ Plutonia asked him.Derek sighed and gave in to her suggestion. He went to bed and lay down and tried to sleep. It took some doing, but he eventually fell asleep.By the next morning, Derek woke up and got ready to have breakfast. He saw the Daily Prophet on a table where he saw the headliner that seemed to be quite the read.‘Rita Skeeter, a reporter of the Daily Prophet, was revealed to be an illegal Animagus. Multiple witnesses at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, including all the champions of the Triwizard Tournament, saw the truth at the Yule Ball. Aurors apprehended her and took her for questioning.’ The Daily Prophet reported.Derek chuckled at that.“Justice has been served cold, and that was a fun Christmas.” He said while chuckling more.After reading through the article, he enjoyed the remainder of the holiday having a serious snowball fight with Harry and his friends, enjoying wonderful holiday meals, and celebrating a bit of a late Christmas get-together.When term resumed in January, things continued to be as they should be. When he went to Defense Against the Dark Arts, he was deeply concentrated on the lecture.“Today, we will continue where we left off about using the Tickling Charm. So let’s practice it now, but only the incantation. After me, Rictusempra!” Lupin said.“Rictusempra” Everyone said.“Very good. Now can anyone here remember what the spell does?” He asked them. He looked over and saw a student raise a hand. “Yes, Ms. Avery?” He asked a Slytherin girl.“Being the Tickling Charm, the spell causes the victim to laugh almost uncontrollably. It may also cause the victim to laugh too long, almost making them suffocate.” She said.“Very good, Ms. Avery. Five points to Slytherin.” He said. After a bit of a mumble from the other Slytherins, Lupin cleared his throat. “Now there is a variant of the charm known as the Tickling Hex. Though we will not be covering that this year, there will be a time when we will.” He continued.When classes ended that day, he and the other students went to the Great Hall for a delicious dinner. Derek hardly spoke a lot that day since he learned that the Second Task was only weeks away. He knew it would take place at the Black Lake, but he didn’t know what the champions needed to do yet.“Derek?” Luna asked when she sat next to him.“AH!!” He shouted a bit when she startled him. He quickly calmed down and looked at him. “Oh, Luna, it’s just you. What’s up?” He asked.“You don’t look so good. Have Nargles tried to steal your possessions?” She asked him.“Nargles?” He asked. ‘What’s a Nargle?’ He thought.‘No idea.’ Plutonia said.“But no. Just…thinking about a lot of things. The Second Task is coming up, and it’s making me go a bit crazy.” He said while looking back at Luna.“Is that why you seem a bit more spacious? Ever since the First Task, you’ve been distancing yourself.” She added on. “What? Am I? If I am, I don’t mean it. I guess with all that’s happening with the Triwizard Tournament, things are all over the place. Plus, I’ve been noticing that Barty Crouch has been missing lately. Something isn’t right. I could ask Percy, his assistant, for information. Anyway, how was your holiday? Forgot to ask.” He said while changing the subject.“Nothing to write home about. Father and I are continuing to work on The Quibbler. We might even do some extra work based on the Triwizard Tournament.” Luna said.“Speaking of, I’m gonna need to meet up with the judges and the heads of the schools to be briefed on what I’m gonna be doing before the task.” Derek said while finishing up his dinner.“They really like having you around. Must be nice.” Luna said with a smile.“Not unless they use you.” Derek said.After a few more weeks, the Second Task was just a mere day away. Derek was about to get ready to go to his first class.“Night!” Moody’s voice boomed out nearby, making him stop and turn around. “Hate to interrupt your scheduled day, the judges need to see you down by the Black Lake.” He said.Derek just looked at him. His eyes detected that something was off about Moody. He knew that he was as mad as a hatter over the years, but something seemed off. He ignored it for now.“I’ll head there straight away. It must have something to do with the Second Task. Thanks, Moody.” He said while hurrying off. While he was leaving, he looked back and saw Moody just standing there looking back. ‘I can’t be the only one sensing something off about him.’ He thought.‘You’re right. He’s an impostor, but we can’t prove anything about it because we have no evidence. It must be Polyjuice Potion.’ Plutonia said.‘Perhaps we could try to let slip to the headmaster about this. He’ll listen to me.’ He thought as he walked through the grounds.He finally arrived at the Black Lake where all the school judges and heads were waiting for him. When he joined them, he saw the location where everyone would watch the Second Task.“Mr. Night, your magic will be very useful for keeping an eye on the champions while they are under the Black Lake. You will be watching them from above.” Dumbledore informed him.“Sweet! Finally, a chance to get in on the action a bit more, unlike when that dragon nearly torched me.” Derek said with excitement. “We shall take you where you will be positioned.” Bagman said.“Alright.” He said. His mood was brought down dramatically when they took him to a platform in the middle of the lake. “Okay, when I heard that I would be watching them from above…this isn’t what I had in mind.” He said while just standing in the center of the platform. “It’s crucial on the matter. You see, from what we learned, you can detect the life energy of living beings thanks to your eyes. Your task is to ensure that the champions are safe while searching for a special treasure that will be taken from them.” Bagman explained.“Not only that, but they will have one hour to find them.” Percy added.“Doesn’t sound too hard. So I’m assuming you want me to keep an eye on their movements and any large creatures in the area like the giant squid?” Derek asked.“Indeed. And to ensure that they play fair, there’s someone that I like you to meet.” Dumbledore said.“Who?” He asked. Just then, they heard the sound of a creature breaching the surface behind him. He turned around and saw a woman with grey skin, yellow eyes, and long green hair that looked like it could be mistaken for seaweed. A large spear was shown.“This is Merchieftainess Murcus, the leader of a colony of Merpeople here in the Black Lake. She and her colony will watch over the treasure the champions will search for.” Dumbledore said.“Um…greetings. I will provide eyes from above the surface.” Derek said while trying to be as polite as possible.“No interference on your end, and we will be on fair terms.” Murcus said before briefly going back underwater to breathe. When she returned, she glared into his eyes. “Your eyes are unique and full of magic. I look forward to seeing what you are capable of, boy.” She said.“I’ll only use them if it’s absolutely necessary. I do not plan on using my magic on your people.” He said.“Anyway, if you need a moment to make sure that you can see underwater, now would be the time.” Dumbledore said just before Murcus submerged back into the Black Lake.Derek nodded before his eyes began to glow. Indeed, he was able to see the life underneath ranging from the Grindylows, more of the Merpeople, and of course, the giant squid. There was one thing he did notice while doing this.“While I can see everything that’s going on, the water, being a living being itself, makes everything kinda fuzzy.” He pointed out.“Do you think you’ll be able to handle it for an extended period of time?” Ludo asked.“I can, but I’ll need a moment to not strain my eyes.” Derek said when his eyes dimmed. “Of course. Take all the moments you need to not hurt yourself.” Ludo said.After a plan was set, Derek and the rest of the judges were returning to the castle. Derek began to think this might be the perfect opportunity to report to Dumbledore about Moody.“Professor? A word about Moody?” He asked the headmaster.“What about him? Is he causing silly issues again?” Dumbledore asked.“No….but I sensed something about him. I don’t have proof of this though, but I think he’s an impostor.” Derek said.Dumbledore looked at him with confusion.“Impostor? You mean like someone is in disguise as him?” He asked.“Yes. As I said, I don’t have proof of anything. Although…” Derek was saying until his eyes glowed again. “He had an aura around him that made me see something else about him. Polyjuice Potion, perhaps.” He finished.“Curious. Severus has been noticing a shortage of Boomslang Skin, and Lacewing Flies in his personal storages. We will look into this as soon as we can. But for now, just keep yourself out of this until such times when you are needed, Derek.” Dumbledore informed him.“Will do.” He said.A few weeks went by, and the Second Task has finally arrived. Derek was sent onto the platform while everyone else was entering the area. Derek noticed that many had been eyeing him with confusion as to why he was out there.‘I got a bad feeling about this. I look like a fool just standing out here.’ He thought.‘Look, you know what you need to do. Hey, perhaps maybe I can secretly teach you a handy spell that can help you if something goes wrong with you. The Summoning Charm.’ Plutonia offered.‘I think I already have that built-in. Remember how I can summon my wand and Nimbus 2001?’ He asked.‘Good point.’ She said.While chatting with her, Derek noticed that Harry had arrived a bit late. He looked like he had slept in when he was supposed to be there. He also noticed that Barty Crouch was nowhere to be seen.“Crouch…where are you?” He whispered to himself.“Sonorus!” Ludo Bagman said with his wand at his throat, and his voice echoed around. “Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to the Second Task. The Champions are tasked with finding a lost treasure that was stolen from them deep in the Black Lake. They have one hour to find them. In the middle of the lake, our own Derek Night will be keeping sharp eyes on their movements, and signal to us if something goes wrong.” He explained.Derek looked at everyone with a bit of embarrassment. He began to sweat, despite the chilling air.‘Bloody hell…’ He thought to himself.“On my whistle! Three…two…one!” Ludo yelled before blowing his whistle.The champions dove into the Black Lake, Harry was the last to go in after shoving something down his throat. Derek began to use his magic in his eyes and watch their movements underwater. He noticed that Harry began to throb around as if he was in excruciating pain.“What the?” He asked. This changed as he saw that he had grown fins and gills. “What…did he eat?” He asked.‘I believe he consumed a rare magical herb called Gillyweed. That’ll let him breathe underwater for roughly an hour in fresh water.’ Plutonia said.‘Clever.’ He thought.He watched the other champions go through the trenches in the Black Lake. He noticed that Krum went through a partial transfiguration into a shark, while Fluer and Cedric used some charm to keep air flowing around them. He paced back and forth while watching them. He did look up and closed his eyes for a little while to give his eyes a chance to take a break and not get strained. He continued this method for what seemed like half an hour.After a quick break, he saw movement all around Fluer. Grindylows swarmed around her and began to pull her down.“Oh no you don’t!” Derek yelled before taking aim. “Prismatic Pulse!” He yelled.A powerful blast of magic shot out of his eyes. The attack struck by the Grindylows, and they scattered away from Fluer, who was injured in the process. He saw that she was returning to the surface towards him.The moment she breached the surface, he grabbed her arm, and she grabbed his. He pulled her to the platform where he saw her injuries and torn ropes, and the spectators cheered when she returned.“I got you. Are you okay?” Derek asked while trying to ignore the deep freezing feeling he was getting from her.“Yes.” She said as Derek signaled for help from the judges. “Zey attacked me. My sister…she might be ‘urt.” She said just as a boat came along to collect her. Before she left, she kissed his cheek.“Uh…” Derek said while blushing a bit.After she left with the others, Derek looked back and kept an eye on the other champions. He then saw what appeared to be Harry being the first to arrive at his destination with Cedric close behind.Just as Cedric collected what his treasure was, the bell rang at the end of the hour. Derek looked at the clock for a brief moment. He saw Cedric coming up. About a minute after the time limit, Derek prepared himself and helped Cedric, and to his shock, Cho, out of the lake. As the crowd cheered for their arrival, boats arrived to collect them.“You guys okay?” He asked.“Yeah. Freezing, but yeah.” Cedric said.“Thank you, Derek.” Cho said while shivering and they were taken back to get treatment.A moment later, a shark breached the surface along with Hermione. The shark was revealed to be Viktor as he went through a partial transfiguration. He got them to the surface, and the boats arrived.When Derek looked back and saw that Harry was on his way back with the other hostages along with the Merpeople, he also sensed something unusual coming from the other side of the lake.“Wait a minute…something big is coming.” Derek whispered.‘It can’t be…it’s supposed to be on the other side of the lake.’ Plutonia said.When Harry returned to the surface with the Merpeople, he saw Ron and a girl, who he believed to be Fluer’s sister, struggling to swim. He got them to the surface and looked back at the lake. His fear was confirmed that the Giant Squid was on its way.Just as Harry, Ron, and the girl were heading back with the rest of the judges, Derek reached out with his arm and attempted to summon his Nimbus 2001. Ripples were made as the Giant Squid was getting closer.“Derek! What is it!?” Dumbledore called out to him back with the others. He and everyone else heard the sound of his racing broom soaring towards them. “Derek!?” He asked again.Just then, massive tentacles breached the surface and were about to slam down on the platform.“Uh oh!” Derek yelled with fright before he felt his hand clamp down on his broomstick and he took off just as the tentacles destroyed the platform. “That was too close!” He yelled as everyone else was beginning to panic.All the judges fired hexes and curses right at the Giant Squid. The creature bellowed out loudly and submerged back into the lake. Derek lowered himself towards the judges.“Are you okay!?” Ludo asked him.“Shaken, and very confused, but yeah. What the bloody hell just happened!? Why would it attack it!?” Derek yelled.“Head back to the castle and meet us at my office! Go to the gargoyle on the third floor and tell it Earwax Bean!” Dumbledore told him.“With pleasure.” He said before he sped off towards the castle. Luckily, he knew the shortcut that he used in his first year from getting from Defense Against the Dark Arts class to Flying lessons. He used it and walked along the hallways. ‘Well….that was….that was weird.’ He thought.‘I am in an agreement. Why would the Giant Squid attack you like that? It doesn’t make sense. Unless…’ Plutonia said.‘Unless?’ He asked.‘Unless it was instructed to attack you. But who, and why?’ She wondered.‘Guess we’ll find out.’ He thought before reaching the gargoyle in the corner of a wall. “Earwax Bean.” He said.The gargoyle hopped aside, and a spiraling staircase began to rise. He got onto it and it soon reached the top of the tower, revealing a pair of large wooden doors.Upon entering, he saw a large room where several silver instruments and decorations were all around. He also saw the portraits of past Headmasters and Headmistresses from Hogwarts on the walls. He saw a desk in the middle of the room and a pedestal next to it that had a large red, and golden bird standing on it and looking at him curiously.“Whoa…” He whispered while seeing the bird.‘Be careful. That’s a Phoenix. They are very proud and majestic creatures. They may not be aggressive, but it is wise to be cautious.’ Plutonia warned him.Derek slowly smiled at it.“Hello.” He said.To his surprise, it squawked a rather calmly songlike noise before jumping off its perch, landing on the desk, and slowly approaching him. He slowly lifted a hand to it, and it cooed a bit while gently rubbing its head on it. He felt a warm feeling from its feathers. After some time, the Phoenix warmed up to him greatly.“I see you’ve become quite acquainted with Fawkes.” Dumbledore’s voice spoke out from behind him, making him turn around.“It really was interested in me.” Derek said as Dumbledore, the other professors, and the judges arrived in the office. “Are you alright? The Giant Squid attacking you must’ve been quite a shock.” McGonagall asked. “Yeah.” Derek said while setting his Broomstick aside. “But the questions I want answered now are who did it, and…” He asked before going to a window. “Why?” He finished.“Merchieftainess Murcus looked into it, and she told me that it attacked upon command. She doesn’t know who and why, but I believe that now you should remain with us at all times for the final task come June.” Dumbledore suggested.“I feared as much. I need to know who did it, and why. This can’t be a coincidence. First the Swedish Short-Snout from the first task, and now the Giant Squid? Clearly, someone is trying to kill not only me but Harry as well.” Derek said while pacing around the room.“Perhaps you should return to the Common Room for the rest of the day. You have been through enough for now.” Flitwick suggested.Derek looked at him for a moment. He then sighed.“Yeah. Good idea. I’ll see you in class.” He said before he began to leave. Just as he was leaving, he walked past Mad-Eye. Their eyes met, and Derek sensed the bad vibes from him. ‘Hopefully, Dumbledore will catch on.’ He thought.‘I’m sure he will. But for now, just leave it, and get some rest.’ Plutonia said.Derek returned to the Common Room, where talk was going all around about what happened. He set his Broomstick aside and sat on a couch in the library and began to read. He knew that things were getting worse. What will the final task have in store? Can the truth behind Mad-Eye Moody be revealed before it’s too late? Find out more next time as the story continues.
The Amethyst Eyed Wizard Ch. 9| The Task of YuleEver since Harry was made the fourth champion of the Triwizard Tournament, there had been backlash going around the castle because of that, especially from the Hufflepuffs and Slytherins. Derek was very uncomfortable about all of it, especially since they knew how it came to be. Someone wants Harry dead.While on his way toward Transfiguration, he saw tensions running high in the nearby courtyard. He saw Harry and Malfoy going at it. He saw them firing spells at each other and they began ricocheting off of the spells. “What the!? What’s going on!?” Derek yelled while hiding behind a wall to prevent any of the spells from hitting him.‘Looks like a skirmish was happening between them. Best stay out of this one.’ Plutonia suggested.‘No need to tell me twice.’ He thought before he crawled onto the ground so he can safely make his way around the courtyard.Just then, he saw Snape coming with a bit of a run when all the commotion finally halted.“Mr. Night, what is going on?” Snape asked.“Well…” Derek said while taking a peek at the outcome of the skirmish. “I think two rivals clashed, though I think Malfoy there started it, and it had a not-so-happy result.” He finished while seeing one of the Slytherins named Goyle beginning to have boils spread throughout his body, and Hermione’s teeth grew in length. “Right, I will see you in class tomorrow.” He said before speeding off to not get involved any longer.Just as he made it to Transfiguration, he looked back in the direction where the fight broke out. He couldn’t help but feel that nothing is gonna end well with them, especially Harry.‘I wonder how that rivalry started with Harry and Malfoy. I bet it was something that got under their skins in their first year.’ He thought.‘Maybe, but it’s best not to think about it more. The less you get involved with their hatred, the better. And besides, you still need to be in top shape since you have a role to play in the Triwizard Tournament.’ Plutonia said.When November arrived at Hogwarts, Derek was out on the grounds by the Stone Circle while practicing some new spells he has learned so far as of that point in the year. His personal favorites are the Freezing Charm and the Disarming Charm. This was made very useful for getting a few ingredients for Potions as well.‘All right, ready to give it another try?’ Plutonia asked while Derek eyed a dummy that resembled a bully while aiming a stick at him.‘Yeah. This time, I’m going to try to catch it.’ He thought while getting ready. He aimed his wand at the stick. “EXPELLIARMUS!!” He shouted.A bright scarlet light shot out of the wand and shot the stick out of the hand and into the air. Derek, with his free hand, reached out and caught it just above his head.‘YES!!’ Plutonia shouted happily.“That’s how it’s done.” Derek said with a big grin while putting his wand away and throwing the stick away. Just then, a loud shriek came from above. Orphelia flew towards him and landed on his shoulder with a letter. “Hey, girl. Thank you.” He said while taking it and giving her an owl treat.He opened the letter and saw that it was from Barty Crouch.Mr. Night, As you know, you are to play a great role with us for the three tasks for the Triwizard Tournament. You are already aware of the tasks with the Black Lake and a gigantic maze, but those are the second and third tasks. We will need to discuss the first task and show you what to expect. The first task will be taking place on the 24th of this month. Juan and I will collect you the Saturday before to present you with the objective and the obstacle the champions will need to take. Please keep this to yourself and don’t let anyone, not even the champions, know of this. To ensure your safety in and out of the Forbidden Forest at the time, we will have Aurors escort you back to your Common Room.See you then,Barty Crouch Sr. Head of the Department of International Magical Cooperation“Well, this is……crazy. I’m going to see what the first task is all about.” Derek whispered to himself while putting the letter away.‘I wonder what it will be. Maybe something rare and valuable that will be somewhere deep in the forest?’ Plutonia wondered.‘Well…guess we’ll find out.’ He thought.He and Ophelia made their way back to the Ravenclaw Common Room. Along the way, he noticed that some Beauxbaton and Durmstrang students were looking towards him and whispering among them. He noticed that some girls were chuckling while looking quickly looking away.‘Looks like you are continuing to get more popular, perhaps?’ Plutonia wondered.‘I wish people would just see me as just another second-year student here. What’s next? Me finding a way to kill a Dementor once and for all with this magic?’ He thought. Just then, he felt a nibble on his ear coming from Orphelia. “He-hey! Silly girl!” He said before scratching her chin a bit.‘Careful what you wish for. You just might get it.’ She warned him.When that Saturday arrived, Derek went with Barty and Juan down to the grounds toward the Forbidden Forest. They had their wands at the ready. When they entered, they saw Hagrid along with Madam Maxine.“STUPEFY!!” Multiple wizards and witches shouted as several red magic blasted onto dragons.“Whoa!” Derek yelled when the dragons came into view. They were huge and very ferocious. One was green and skinny, one was blue-grey and more scaley, one was red and angrier, and one was black and yellow with a very sharp tail and body. “This…is what they’re facing!?” He yelled while shaking in fear.“Best not get too close there kid. That Horntail can fire flames at forty feet.” A man that looked like an older Ron Weasley approached them. “You must be Derek. I’m Charlie Weasley, the guy who helped bring these beauties here. We have a Common Welsh Green, a Swedish Short-snout, a Chinese Fireball, and the Hungarian Horntail.” He said while showing him each one.“Is’n it beautiful?” Hagrid asked.“Can we get closer?” Maxine asked.Derek continued to look at the dragon until he felt a familiar presence nearby. He looked in the direction of a couple of trees nearby and saw the aura of the person.“Excuse me.” He said while going towards the trees.“Where are you going?” Juan asked him.“To the other side to see the other dragons.” He half lied. Just as he got to see the other dragons, he stopped right behind the invisible aura. He slowly looked towards it. “You can’t hide from me.” He said before slamming into it and slamming into the tree.“Gah! What the!?” It was Harry’s voice. He quickly revealed his head from underneath an Invisibility Cloak. “How’d you know where I was, and what are you doing here?” He asked.“First question: my eyes have many aspects and seeing your life energy is one of them. Second question: I could be asking you the same thing.” Derek answered.“Hagrid brought me here, but now I’ve seen enough. I got to get out of here.” Harry said while slipping back underneath the cloak.“Keep your friends close, Harry.” Derek said before going back to the others. ‘Should I alert them that Harry saw the dragons?’ He asked Plutonia.‘If Hagrid brought him here, it seemed like he had his reasons. Probably not.’ She said.“Come on. We’re getting you back to the castle.” Barty said as a few Aurors arrived to collect Derek. “Shacklebolt, Dawlish, I entrust you in his care to return him back to Hogwarts.” He said to them.“Come on Derek. We’re out of here.” Shacklebolt said while he and Dawlish took him back to Hogwarts.“Best foot forward now. You’ll best be ready to deal with the first task soon enough. Though I’m not sure why they had a child handle with such madness.” Dawlish said. “I know I’m playing a role in the tasks, but they never truly specify what I’m doing………what is going on?” Derek asked while feeling his heartbeat increase.“All you’ll be doing is spectating with judges and higher-ups to make sure that things go smoothly.” Dawlish said.“And using my magic to intervene if things get ugly.” Derek said as if adding on to more of what he was being told. “That’s questionable, according to Minister Fudge. We plan on not using it for profit or personal gain.” Shacklebolt assured him.Derek saw that not only were they telling the truth, but how calming Shacklebolt’s voice was towards him made him feel a bit more at ease.“Then let’s get started.” Derek said while looking at Hogwarts.When the day came for the first task, Derek was having breakfast with a few Ravenclaws, but he was growing more nervous as the event was mere hours away. He played a bit with his food while his feelings did a complete 180 from when he saw the dragons to that morning when he was nervous, scared, and slightly felt being used.“You look unwell. Is it because of the task? Or is it because someone put something in your cup?” Luna asked while sitting next to him.“Don’t tease him, Luna. I’m just as nervous to see the champions on the field. Who knows what they’ll do? Also, no one put anything in his cup.” Cho said while sitting in front of them. “It’s just…I feel like I’m only gonna be used, and the world will only use that over the fact of them seeing me as a normal wizard. Maybe I shouldn’t have found that cure, then I could live a normal life again as a regular wizard.” Derek said with a bit of shame in his voice.‘Derek!’ Plutonia yelled a bit out of shock.“Why would you say that!? You’re rivaling Harry Potter’s reputation to the world. Don’t ever think or say something like that!” Cho demanded while holding his wrist.“But-” “Derek? It’s time.” Professor McGonagall interrupted him as she arrived in a bit of a hurry toward him.“Oh…okay. I’ll…see you all at the first task.” Derek said before getting up and leaving with McGonagall out of the Great Hall.“Derek…?” Cho asked while she and several others watched him leave.Derek went along the grounds where Juan waited for them. He left with him while McGonagall went back inside. The both of them went into a tent near an arena. He met up with a few other staff members and ministry members. He also saw the respected heads of the visiting schools along with Dumbledore that will be acting as judges for the task.“Derek, thank you for showing up. Please allow us to inform you of what will be happening. As you know, the champions will be facing against dragons. They will need to collect a golden egg they will be guarding. Your objective is to intervene with your magic if the situation gets too out of hand. I assure you, we are not using you for anything against your will.” Dumbledore said.“I hope so. I feel like I have a bigger head than ever because of this. But I’ll still do what I can to help…wait a minute! What am I really needed for this anyway?” Derek asked.“Remember when we went to your vault for the first time and you incapacitated that dragon?” Juan asked as he sat by him.“Oh…yeah that. Remember that was the first time I ever used it, and I had no idea what I was doing.” Derek said while recalling that crazy memory last year.“Don’t worry. You’re not alone in this.” Juan said while other Aurors arrived to ask as an emergency backup.“Right-o! Should I stick around for the champions?” Derek asked.“That will not be necessary. Instead, you’ll be going with them. Oh, and keep an eye on Alastor ‘Mad-Eye’ Moody. He’s been a bit more…jumpy than normal. I guess PTSD has really gotten the worst on him.” Juan said.“Ok. I’ll head up there now.” Derek said as he left with the other Aurors, one of them being Shacklebolt, whom he took a bit of a liking to.They made their way toward the arena where the champions will face off against their dragon. Derek was given a front-row seat with a few other Aurors. Nearby, he sensed something that was almost distracting him. He looked over and saw a man, whose face looked like it was carved by a person whom they believed to be what a face should be like, making him believe that the face was scarred. He also saw a large eyeball on his right socket that was looking in all directions. He had a wooden leg and a long walking stick. He was heavily dressed and began drinking out of a flask, which made him shudder and coughed a bit.‘Something tells me that is Moody.’ Derek thought.‘Sure seems like it…you sense it too?’ Plutonia asked.‘Yeah. Best keep your eyes on him. We can’t tell Dumbledore or anyone about that unless we have proof of it.’ He thought.Soon enough, the whole school, as well as the visiting schools arrived at the arena. After everyone was seated, the judges arrived and sat down. “Welcome to the first task of the Triwizard Tournament! The champions will be facing a dragon to retrieve a very special item: a golden egg! These tasks will involve great danger to both them and all of you. Henceforth, I must ask all of you to remain in your seats and away from the ledges at all times! The Hogwarts Champion Cedric Diggory will be first! Fleur Delacour, Beauxbaton’s Champion will follow. Viktor Krum, the champion of Durmstrang is third. And Harry Potter will be the fourth and final. Good luck, and Godspeed!” Dumbledore announced while the first golden egg is placed, and the arena cheered. Just then, a whistle blew, signaling the start of the task. The Swedish Short-Snout arrived to protect her eggs. Cedric slowly arrived looking rather green but determined. The dragon saw him and prepared to strike. Cedric drew out his wand and charged in.Derek kept his eyes on the dragon at all times to make sure that she doesn’t go too far with Cedric and even the viewers. What caught his eye was that he transfigured a rock into a dog. The dragon got distracted by it while Cedric attempted to go for the egg. Unfortunately, while still distracted, the dragon looked towards Derek.“Oh……bloody hell!” Derek yelled as fear began to consume him as she prepared to breathe fire.“LOOK OUT!!!” He heard Hermione scream at the top of her lungs while others screamed in fright.Derek’s eyes quickly glowed brightly, and he grew angry.“PRISMATIC PULSE!!!” He screamed just as the dragon shot flames at him, and Derek’s signature attack blasted out of his eyes. The flames and the magic met, stopping the flames from getting him, but he did feel the burning heat coming toward him. Just as Cedric grabbed the golden egg, the dragon stopped the attack, as did Derek, and fired a blast of flames at him, barely burning his face and arm. Cedric escaped, the dragon was incapacitated, and Derek laid on his back while calming down…and chuckled a bit.“Derek! Are you okay!?” Juan yelled while he and a few others went to him, only to look at him with confusion as he laughed a bit harder.‘Uh…Derek!? Are you okay!?’ Plutonia asked him.“FINE!!! AHAHAHAHAAAA!!!” He screamed to the point where he was guffawing. Juan sat him up and smacked him hard on the back of the head. “OW!!! Thank you…I needed that.” He said while rubbing his head and calming down.“All right, Charlie! Bring in the next dragon!” Derek heard Ludo Bagman call out.After the Swedish Short-Snout was taken away, the next dragon, the Welsh Green came out. The large green dragon became protective of the eggs, including the golden egg before Fleur entered.The dragon roared loudly before approaching the French champion. Fleur waved her wand and a powerful wave of blue light shot toward her. The dragon got drowsy very quickly and nodded off. Fleur saw this to her advantage, but there was one major drawback. The dragon snored loudly, and a jet of flames shot at her igniting her skirt a bit.“GAH!! AQUAMENTI!!” She shouted as water shot out of her wand and doused the flame. She then scurried over to the golden egg and escaped.“And there you go! Ms. Delacour got passed her dragon and retrieved her egg!” Bagman yelled over the screaming crowd.Everyone watched as the Welsh Green was being taken away, and the large, scarlet-scaled, and big-horned Chinese Fireball was brought out. It roared loudly and a large fireball was shot into the air from its nostrils. Derek ended up getting a bit further away to prep himself if this powerhouse notices him like the Swedish Short-Snout Krum entered the arena with a glare. The dragon glared back at him, ready to eat him. She fired a large ball of fire at Krum, which he quickly dodged and began to run around the arena. Krum saw an opening and aimed his wand at her.A burst of pink light shot out from his wand and hit the dragon right in the eyes. It roared angrily as the curse blinded her and she began to stagger about.“What a remarkable display of the Conjunctivitis Curse by Mr. Krum!” Ludo yelled while Krum was making a break for the egg. In the process, the dragon crushed a few of her own eggs. “And he has collected the golden egg, but a loss of a few real eggs could cost him!” He yelled when Krum escaped.As the Chinese Fireball was being taken away, the Hungarian Horntail came out with her new eggs and the golden egg. Derek knew that Harry was next, and he can assume that he was just as pale, and nervous as ever.Harry then raised his wand upwards.“Accio Firebolt!” He yelled.The Horntail charged in and attempted to impale him with her tail, but Harry was able to dodge them just in time while waiting for the Firebolt. Just then, the broom began to make its descent onto him from above.“Great Scott! He’s summoning his broomstick!” Ludo yelled while Harry got to it and kicked off the ground. “Are you watching this, Mr. Krum?” He asked the champion.“A great flyer indeed.” Krum said.Harry began to dive for the golden egg. The Horntail fired a jet of flames at Harry, only for him to dodge it just in time. He flew upwards again, this time he was trying to get the dragon to follow him, but she was too protective. She fired another jet of flames, this time just barely hitting her target’s arm. ‘Come on, Harry!’ Derek thought while Harry was trying to do the same method again.The dragon outstretched her body and expanded her wings as if she were going to take flight. Unfortunately for her, Harry saw the opening and dove underneath her, and seized the golden egg.“Unbelievable! The youngest champion is the quickest to retrieve the egg! This should even the odds out for Mr. Potter!” Ludo yelled over the cheers of the crowd.After some time, all of the champions returned after getting patched up and healed. Harry was with Ron and Hermione, who was in tears while holding her best friends. They saw the results go up from the judges. Harry and Krum were tied for first place. The champions went off to the tent once again, and the rest of the crowd began to leave. Derek left with them and was heading back to the castle.When Derek returned to the Common Room, he heard gossiping about the whole task and the overall performance. “Well…things look like they are finally calming down for the time being.” He said to himself while sitting by the window.‘It still makes me wonder who would go so far as to put Harry’s name in the Goblet of Fire. This has to be an enemy of such.’ Plutonia said.‘Yeah, and obviously wants him dead. I think the real question is not just who, but…why?’ He thought.A couple of weeks passed since the first task. Christmas was fast approaching, and the grounds were having some white patches of snow. Derek just finished up a Potions essay and was finally ready to enjoy that weekend.As he was doing that, he began to hear strange talk around the common room, and even throughout the castle.“Hey, Michael!” Derek called out to a tall fourth-year boy, who immediately looked at him. “What’s all this talk throughout the school?” He asked.“Not long after the first task, the Yule Ball was announced. It’s a tradition for the Triwizard Tournament. It’s…a dance. Unfortunately, it’s technically for fourth years and up, so it’s of no concern to you unless you are invited by someone of age.” Michael answered.“A dance? So that explains a few things.” Derek said.“I wouldn’t get your hopes up for going, even though you are apparently important with the staff and judges of the tournament. Now if you’ll excuse me, I got a date to find. See ya.” Michael said before leaving the common room.‘Well……that’s sad. I’ve always wanted to go to a dance. Problem was…I was isolated for being a wizard at the orphanage.’ Derek thought while looking back at some memories of him watching as Christmas and other holiday parties took place at the orphanage where he would watch from a distance since Emily refrained him from attending most events.‘There is still hope though. I’m sure that a fourth year will be able to take you, as long as you follow the strict rules. Also, I do hate these memories you have. It makes me feel heartbroken, despite only being a conscience.’ Plutonia said. “Hmm…but what would I wear!?” He asked himself loudly.That night, he sent a letter to Winston to prepare a pair of dress robes for him just in case he does get invited to the Yule Ball that night. He laid down on his bed while thinking more about what to expect on how beautiful the event will be. As he drifted into a slumber, he smiled while getting excited for the event coming on Christmas Day. When he woke up the next morning, he saw a suit hanging by his bed.“Hello!” Winston said when he awoke.“Winston! Morning buddy. Thanks for the suit.” Derek said happily.“Of course, Master Derek. Winston lives to help the Night family.” Winston said.“It’s a good thing you didn’t get involved with that S.P.E.W thing that Hermione is doing.” He said.“Winston was told by several elves in the kitchens that they see it as an insult. They are happy to work in the kitchens. Winston was told by Dobby that many kept their distance from him and another named Winky, the Crouch Family’s freed House Elf.” Winston explained while sitting on his bed.“Poor them. Ah well, it’s not like we can do anything for them at this point. Anyway, what are you gonna do for the time being?” Derek asked.“Winston has a part-time job here in the kitchens as a helper and to keep an eye on things.” He said.“Neat! That’ll be helpful. Also…try to keep your distance from Hermione. She can be…persuasive.” Derek warned him.“Yes, master.” Winston said before snapping his finger and disappearing from a loud crack.Derek got dressed for the day. As he was leaving, he saw a letter on the ground by the door. He picked it up and saw that it was for him. He raised an eyebrow while opening it and saw a message inside.Hey Derek The Yule Ball is vastly approaching, and it would be great if you would tag along with me as my date. Meet me by the fireplace so we can talk about it. Marietta Edgecombe“Oh…sweet. Looks like a fifth year is taking me.” He said while putting the letter away.‘Aww. We got to know her rather well. She seems like a great woman to go with, just as long you behave yourself. Wouldn’t want me to discipline you now, would you?’ Plutonia asked him.‘I do know that she can be a bit angsty against those she doesn’t trust. So…why not?’ He asked before leaving the dormitory. She saw Marietta by the fireplace looking at it. “Hey, Marietta. Got your message.” He said while sitting across from her.“So? You wanna tag along, Mr. Bigshot?” She asked with a loving smile.“Sure, I don’t mind.” He said.“Great. The thing starts at eight sharp on Christmas Day. We best be prepared at least half an hour beforehand. Hope your dress robes are up to snuff.” Marietta said.“Actually, my house elf got it prepped just in case. I think it’ll be up to standards.” Derek said.Marietta smiled wider when he said that. She then winked at him and left. Derek watched as she left towards the dormitory.When Christmas Day finally arrived, Derek had gotten into his dress robes. It consists of sapphire colored button-up shirt and pants. Over the shirt is a long sleeve coat that stretched down towards his legs almost like a cape with patches of silver and deep pockets. He had a black bowtie, and he also wore black skinny gloves. As he began to leave, he was heading for the Great Hall. He saw many people dressed for the occasion and were already socializing. He was looking for Marietta, but he didn’t see her. He constantly looked around but didn’t see her.That was…until someone tabbed him on the shoulder, and he turned around.“Hey, Derek.” It was indeed Marietta.“Whoa…” Derek whispered while inspecting her.She wore an elegant single-strap dress with lavender, purple, and a darker purple as solid colors from top to bottom. A slit was present that revealed her leg, which showed that she was wearing black thigh-length stockings and red heels. She had her hair in a French braid and had a necklace and bracelets with patches of gems shining on them.“Well, what do you think?” She asked.“You look great. Then I guess let’s get this show on the road.” Derek said as she took his arm, and they made their way to the Great Hall to join the others.When they entered, they joined the rest in the Great Hall, and they were amazed at how festive they made for this special occasion. Just then, the champions arrived, and everyone applauded their arrival. Harry was with Parvati Patil, Cedric was with Cho, Viktor was with Hermione, and Fleur was with Roger Davies.Cho looked towards Derek and Marietta, and her smile widen more, happy that her closest friends made it. She waved at them before disappearing with the crowd. She and Cedric, along with the other champions, and their dates went to a large round table where the judges were sitting. Meanwhile, Derek and the rest of the students and visitors went to other tables around the Great Hall, Just then, pork chops appeared on their plates, along with lots of other food choices. Derek, Marietta, and their table mates picked some up and began to enjoy a delicious meal.“Well, well, well, Derek. I’m actually surprised you made it.” It was Michael Corner in front of him on the other side of the table.“Well, what can I say? Life is like a box of chocolates.” Derek said.“And you’ll never know what you’ll get. I learned that from Muggles Studies. Sometimes, that kind of knowledge can come in handy.” Marietta said while getting into some goulash. “Think you’ll share a dance with Derek this evening?” Terry Boot asked her.“Maybe…provided if he knows how to dance.” She said with a teasing grin.“Uh…” Derek was trying to say but was having a hard time and he was even blushing.‘Shall I take over?’ Plutonia asked him while also teasing him.‘No, no, no no no!’ He yelled in his mind. “Maybe a slow dance. That should be easy…right?” He asked.“Relax. I’m just here to enjoy the show.” Marietta said, making him breathe a sigh of relief.After the food was consumed, everyone joined together while the champions took the center of the hall. Just then, Dumbledore waved his wand, and a set of musical instruments appeared nearby. Loud cheering and screaming happened mere seconds later as a group of rockstars calling themselves the Weird Sisters entered. They collected their instruments and began to play a slow, mournful tune.The champions began to dance. Derek and Marietta were mainly watching Cho and Cedric dance over the others. Derek was watching their movements carefully so he could try to mimic their movements if he was gonna dance later. Soon many began to join them.After some time, the music stopped, and people stopped dancing to socialize. A new type of music began to play, which was faster. A few couples, like Fred Weasley and Angelina Johnson, the Chaser of the Gryffindor Quidditch team, continued to dance.“Do you mind if I go talk to some people for a while?” Marietta asked Derek.“That’s fine. Enjoy the night.” He said before she thanked him and walked off. He went to a corner and watched as the Yule Ball continued rather smoothly. ‘Not a bad turnout.’ He thought.‘It’s a shame you and Marietta didn’t dance. I think you would’ve done all right.’ Plutonia said.While Derek was talking with Plutonia, someone tabbed him on the shoulder. He looked over, and he saw Cho standing close to him.“Hey, Derek. Do you mind if we share a little dance?” She asked.‘Plot twist!’ Plutonia sang.“Oh! Uh…well…um…I-is Cedric okay with it?” Derek asked while feeling his heartbeat increase a bit.“Don’t worry. I told him that I trust you with my life, and how much of a great person you are, despite the fame and publicity you have.” She said.“Well…okay. Just so know you, this is a first. I’ve never danced before.” He said while feeling embarrassed.“This’ll be easy. Come on.” She said while taking his wrist and tugging him a bit.They went onto the dance floor, and they faced each other. Cho took his hand and took his other hand and wrapped it around her waist. Derek flinched a bit when she did that and froze stiff when she had her other hand on his shoulder.Finally, they slightly swayed their bodies a bit.“See? This isn’t so bad, right?” Cho asked him.“Yeah…” He was saying while trying to focus while looking at Cho in the eyes, not the people that are watching.While they continued to dance, Derek was finally beginning to calm down and he was starting to get the hang of it. He was to give Cho a twirl, making her giggle in the process. After she did that, she wrapped her arms around his neck, and Derek had his hands on her hips. She then leaned her head onto his shoulder while the song was coming to an end. He blushed when she did that but smiled a bit.Just when the song ended, Cho gestured to him to head outside. They went outside and they saw the view.“Thank you. That was wonderful. Pity your first dance wasn’t Marietta, the one who invited you.” Cho said.“Yeah. But you know, that was fun. Pity, it’s almost over.” He said.“Been meaning to ask you something.” Cho said. while facing him. “Have you ever considered joining the Ravenclaw Quidditch team?” She asked“Uh, yes! I was actually thinking of going for Chaser!” He yelled a bit while smiling bigger.“You’d make a great Chaser.” She said. She then began to shiver a bit. “Hey…do you mind if I…borrow some of your warmth?” She asked.“Of course.” He said. Cho wrapped her arms around him inside his dress robes and he held her. Just then, his eyes reacted a bit, making him sense someone nearby. “Who’s there?” He asked while looking behind him.“Derek? What’s wrong?” Cho asked.“My eyes are detecting someone…or something nearby.” He said while his eyes glowed brighter. He then pulled out his wand. “Someone is spying on us.” He said.“If this is a joke, this isn’t funny!” Cho yelled angrily while looking around.Just then, they saw a strange beetle crawling on a wall by them. That was the source of what Derek was sensing. Then, he pieced the puzzle together.“An Animagus. Guess they need a fresh one.” Derek growled while quickly aiming his wand at it. “IMMOBULUS!!” He shouted the incantation just as the beetle was trying to get away.A flash of blue light shot out of his wand and hit the beetle. The beetle froze in midair, making it impossible for it to escape.Cho pulled out her own wand and waved it in the air.“Accio jar!” She yelled. Just then, a jar with a lid magically appeared in her hand. She trapped it in the jar and closed it tight. “Gotcha!” She said.“Well, well, well. Time to see who you really are.” Derek said while he put his wand away and they left with the trapped beetle.They went towards one of the representatives of the ministry that was attending the Yule Ball. To Derek’s confusion, he saw Percy Weasley, a member of the Department of International Magical Co-operation.“Is there a problem?” Percy asked them.“You wouldn’t happen to know someone that can help us with a potential unregistered Animagus?” Cho asked while showing him the beetle.Percy looked towards the beetle for a moment, until he blinked a few times.“That beetle looks very familiar. I will have to get Juan Shafiq for this one as he is part of the Department of Magical Law Enforcement office.” He said.“Sweet.” Derek said before looking at the beetle. “You’re in trouble.” He said.When Juan arrived to inspect the situation, he saw the beetle. He decided to pull out his wand and prepared for the reveal.“Time to find out the truth.” He said before shooting a jet of blue light out of his wand, hitting the beetle.Smoke began to form around the beetle, and it transformed. It assumed the form of a woman with blonde curly hair with jeweled glasses. She wore magenta robes and had on tight pants and heels.Just as the woman appeared, many saw her with a look of disgust. Several even aimed their wands at her.“Well, well, well. If it isn’t Rita Skeeter. You’re not supposed to be here.” Juan said.“Well…this is quite the unfortunate circumstance. I’m sure if we just sat down and talk about this…” Rita said while trying to stand up.“Shut up!” Derek snapped at her.“Okay then.” She said with fear in her voice.“Rita Skeeter, you’re under arrest for trespassing, illegal magical enchantment, and multiple felonies of eavesdropping and spreading false information.” Juan said while binding her and taking her away.As everyone watched as the journalist was being taken away, many cheered as the one that wrote a lot of slander in the Daily Prophet about many lies and personal stories about others. Some, like Malfoy, Crabbe, and Goyle were displeased about it.Cho and Marietta approached Derek.“You know, if you keep finding out more surprising things like this, your head’s gonna grow even bigger.” Cho said.“It’s not my fault that these things happen at the wrong time at the right place. But, if there is one thing I can say about this; Rita Skeeter has been bugged out!” Derek yelled a bit, making several people laugh. “Well, I’m pooped. That’s enough fun and excitement for me tonight. I’m gonna head on back to the Common Room.” He said.“Mind if we tag along? We’re still gonna come back here for a bit longer.” Marietta asked.“Sure.” He said.They were making their way back to the Common Room and they talked a bit along the way regarding what went down during the Yule Ball. When they just reached the entrance, the three of them stopped.“Well, that was fun. Thank you for coming with me.” Marietta said.“And thank you for letting me attend.” Derek said.“Well, good night, Derek” Cho said before she held him a bit. “Good night, Cho.” He said before holding her as well. Just as they broke it, Cho gently kissed his cheek. “Ah!? Wha-!?” He yelled in shock as his face blushed.“Don’t take it the wrong way. I’m actually a little torn between Cedric and Harry. I don’t need a third. Although, you are kinda cute.” Cho said before winking at him and the two of them went back to the Yule Ball.“Uh……” Derek was still in shock at what just happened. When he went into the Common Room and flopped onto a couch, he just stared at the ceiling. “Not sure how I wanted to end the evening.” He said to himself.‘If it makes you feel any better, I was not expecting that.’ Plutonia said.‘Both she and Marietta are pretty cool, but……do you really think I’m even ready to consider having…a girlfriend?’ He asked her.‘Maybe. We’ll give it a bit more time. Now off to bed you.’ She said.Derek got out of his dress robes and got ready for bed. With the Yule Ball reaching its conclusion, everyone can continue with the year. Little did Derek realize that he was going to be in the true test of what his magic is capable of. What new peril will Derek have to both witness and endure? Find out more next time as the story continues.
The Amethyst Eyed Wizard Ch. 8| The Goblet of FireDerek woke up and got ready for the beginning of the new school year at Hogwarts. He was still a bit disappointed that he couldn’t tryout for Quidditch that year due to the Triwizard Tournament being the main event that year.While getting into his first week, we began to remember something. He realized that he never talked to Professor Binns about what he knew about his people. During his free time, he went to see if Binns was available, and not teaching. Fortunately, he was able to find out that he was done for the day. He entered his office and approached the ghost.“Excuse me, professor?” Derek asked.“Wha-what!?” Binns yelled a bit in surprise as he kinda nodded off and woke up. He then looked down and saw Derek. “Ah, Mr. Night. To what do I owe for this visit?” He asked.“I need help with a bit of history. What do you know about a group of warlocks called the Amethyst Eyed Warlocks?” He asked him.Binns froze up a bit when he asked that question. He thought about it for a bit.“I will admit. That is something that I haven’t been asked in a very long time. There was one person before you while I was still alive who asked that question, but she practically vanished without a trace after graduation. There is a book in the library, more specifically in the Restricted Section.” Binns explained.“I feared as much.” Derek said while thinking about what could be back there.“If you wish to look into this book, you will need permission from one of us, but I must warn you,” Binns said before leaning forward and looking deep into his eyes. “The contents of that book may be disturbing. If you still wish to learn the truth, or so what is believed in the pages, then I’ll permit you to check the book called, ‘Ancient Warlocks: The Fall from Power.’” He finished.Derek thought about this. It was true that he wanted to know more about his ancestry a bit more. But on the other hand, if it was in the Restricted Section, then it might be a bad idea.“Alright. May I have a quick look through that book?” Derek asked him.“Very well. You have been warned.” Binns said before using his magic to sign a permission slip to give to Derek. “Give this to Madam Pince. She will get the book for you.” He said while giving the slip to him.“Thank you and thank you for taking some time for the help.” Derek said before leaving.‘Are you sure about this? Something tells me that this might be a bad idea.’ Plutonia spoke to him.‘This might give me a good excuse to find out what the others had to say about them. If what you once told me earlier was true, and theirs are the same, then I might use it to my advantage.’ Derek answered.He entered the library where he passed by Hermione doing some deep study on her work. She saw him go by and went to Madam Pince, who was overlooking some other students and went back to work.“Excuse me, Madam Pince?” Derek asked in a quiet enough voice so she could hear him and gained her attention. “What do you need?” She asked.“A book from the Restricted Section. Here’s the permission slip.” He said while giving it to her.She took it and looked at it. Like with Professor Binns, she froze up at what she was looking at. She did a bit of a double-take at him, and the permission slip. She then turned towards him.“Very well. I hope you know what you are doing because from what I remember about this book, it is not for the faint of heart. What is it that you are trying to look for?” Pince asked him.“My ancestor’s known history.” He answered while making his eyes glow, making her look at them.“Wait here.” Pince said before she went off towards the Restricted Section. Derek sat at a nearby table and waited. As he waited, Hermione joined him with a concerned look.“Hello, Derek. How was your summer?” She asked him.“Uneventful. Mainly just remained at my place in Bristol. I heard all that went down at the Quidditch World Cup.” He said.“I was there. It was horrible. The Dark Mark, the Death Eaters, the torture…” She was saying until she stopped herself. “Anyway, that book you’re getting in the Restricted Section. You know it could do terrible things to your mind, right?” She asked him.“Not unless what I see are lies. That book is the only credible source I was informed about that may contain my ancestor’s long-forgotten history.” Derek said.“Here it is, but you cannot leave the library with it.” Pince said while giving him an old, dusty book.“Thank you, Madam Pince. I’ll return it to you in person when I am done.” Derek said while taking the book. After Madam Pince walked off, Derek got up. “Excuse me.” He said to Hermione before going off to a corner to look through the book.He opened the book and began scrolling through it. There was a lot of dark history within the book, and just as the name suggests, there were powerful wizards and witches that fell from power. It took him some doing, but he eventually found them.‘There it is. The founders of the Wizarding World.’ Plutonia said when found what he was looking for.“’Of the many wizards and witches known throughout time, there were none more powerful, and dangerous than the Amethyst Eyed Warlocks: said to be the ones that discovered magic millennia ago. They were known for having magic that was said to be as powerful as the gods themselves and was abominations.’” Derek read while scrolling through the lines.‘Wait a minute. Go to the next page. Something isn’t right.’ Plutonia said while she noticed something from the corner of Derek’s eye.‘What’s wrong?’ He asked her when he looked. He then saw a picture of two Amethyst Eyed witches using what appeared to be torturing a muggle. “’These witches used a lethal curse as an excuse to prove to the wizards, witches, and the Plains that lacked these powers who’s really in charge? That alone was the cause of a deadly civil war where the Plains and the rest of the Wizarding World fought off their ‘rulers.’ A Plain stated that they were fooled by our attacks. If they were fooled, they can be killed.’ No…” Derek whispered while feeling his heart pound, his blood racing, and he began to sweat.‘I don’t understand! These are all wrong! We would never do this! We swore an oath that we used these magical powers to keep the peace between the two worlds! This must’ve been done by a rebellious wizard or witch!’ Plutonia yelled. After a bit more reading, there was a bit of painful silence. ‘I need to look more into this. Mind if I take over for a moment?’ She asked him.This puzzled Derek greatly to the point where he looked at a wall with a confused look.‘You can do that!?’ He yelled at her.‘Yeah. I did it once before while you slept-walked when you were eight years old.’ She said.‘Uh…okay? What are you looking for yourself?’ He asked her again.‘The truth.’ She said.Derek felt himself getting tired and he was put into a slumber. He felt his mind being taken over and was now in his subconscious. Just as his eyes opened, they were now bright as amethyst and a flow of magical aura radiated from his body. Surrounding his body was a spiritual presence without a true form of a tall woman with long flowing hair. She used her magic to scroll more through the pages until she stopped at the end where she found out how it ended.“No…” Her voice and Derek’s voice spoke in unison when she saw the result. ‘After more than five years of searching for a lost child that was the last of their kind, the wizards and witches gave up their search to find her and let the wild finish her off. The abominations were now all but extinct and the two worlds can finally live in peace.’ “No!” She yelled slightly before reverting into Derek and he took back over. Both of them were not okay after that. ‘Lies! Many of those were lies!’ She yelled.‘We’ve seen enough…this was a bad idea. Now I see why this was restricted.’ Derek said before closing the book and going to track down Madam Pince while trying to calm down himself. “Here…thank you.” He said while giving her the book.“I told you it was disturbing. When we learned that you have arrived at this school with that power, Headmaster Dumbledore said that you were unlike them. You’ve proved it yourself. If we didn’t want to risk that, we would’ve had you go to Durmstrang Institute instead.” Pince said to a shaken-up Derek.“But why did those pages contain lies? We would never start a civil war. No offense in any way towards you or the author, of course.” Derek asked while looking back at the book.“If it’s in the book, then that is something you will have to deal with to the author, who isn’t even alive. Now run along.” Pince said before walking off with the book.Derek just watched while she walked away with the book. Even though she didn’t show it, Derek saw within her aura that she felt sorry and bad for him. He sighed and left the library.“I don’t get it. This isn’t right. That has to be false history. Yeah, yeah that must be why it’s in the Restricted Section. Because it’s all lies!” Derek said angrily to himself.‘Take it from me. I know a lie when I see and hear one. That author must’ve been from a family that was all against us. It’s not worth going after as that will all but confirm their assumptions.’ Plutonia said.“Hmph!” Derek grunted loudly before heading for the grounds to get some fresh air to clear his mind.When Halloween was a little more than a week away, Derek saw a notice on the Ravenclaw notice board about the delegations from Beauxbaton and Durmstrang will be arriving on the 30th.“Well, it’s about time! I thought they never show up.” Terry Boot said while he was looking at it with Derek and Padma Patil.“I wonder how they will get here.” Padma said while thinking.“We’ll find out by Friday.” Derek said with a smile.When Friday finally came around, they dropped off their belongings in the common rooms and they made their way towards the front of the school to meet the representatives of Beauxbaton and Durmstrang. Derek joined up with Cho, Luna, and Terry in the front to wait for their arrival.“There!” Someone shouted nearby and pointed.They looked up and saw what appeared to be a dozen large flying horses coming their way. The horses were pulling a massive carriage the size of a house. Several students had to back away as the horses and the carriage came to a bit of a crash landing. The one driving the carriage jumped down and opened up a set of golden steps of the door.When the door opened, a large woman that was taller than Hagrid emerged from the carriage. Everyone was downright speechless at the very presence of the woman. Dumbledore, who had waited at the entrance, began to clap upon her arrival. This led to the rest doing the same for appreciation.‘That’s odd. She appears to be somewhat of a half-giantess. Very unusual.’ Plutonia said.‘Let me guess…racial slur.’ Derek asked her. Plutonia chuckled at that.‘We’ve raised you well. Just keep it to yourself.’ Plutonia said.As the woman approached Dumbledore, they greeted each other well. “Professor Dumbly-dorr, I ‘ope I find you well.” She said in a rather deep voice.“Indeed, Madam Maxime. Welcome to Hogwarts.” He said happily.“Pupils!” Maxime called out.From the carriage, a dozen late teen boys and girls exited from the carriage shivering. They were wearing robes that were made out of fine silk. Some had wrapped scarves and shawls around their heads.Just then, one of the girls took notice of Derek.“Is zat Derek Night!?” She yelled while pointing towards him, making them look at him with shock.“Oh, bloody hell.” Derek whispered while many more eyes were on him. “Yikes!” He yelled while lowering and covering his head as the students from Beauxbaton rushed to him to greet him.This caused several students to laugh at him.“It is an honour to meet you.” One of them said.“Your cure for ze werewolves curse made my family welcome two members back with ‘appiness!” Another yelled.“C'est assez!” Madam Maxime yelled to her students while pulling them back.‘What did she say?’ Derek asked Plutonia.‘It’s French for ‘that’s enough.’’ Plutonia answered.“‘As Karkaroff arrived yet?” Maxime asked Dumbledore while maintaining control of her students.“Not yet, but he should be here any moment now.” He answered while gently pulling Derek to the side. “Perhaps you would like to wait inside to get warm?” He asked.“Yes. But ze ‘orses will need tending to.” Maxime said.“Our Care of Magical Creatures professor and Gamekeeper, Hagrid will be more than capable of tending to them.” Dumbledore said.“Will you please inform ziz ‘agrid zat ze drink only single-malt whiskey?” She asked him.“It will be done.” He said before they went inside.“Yeesh! I thought Harry Potter would be getting more fame, attention, and glory than me.” Derek said while straightening himself a bit.“The lake!” Someone yelled nearby while noticing something different about it.“The giant squid!?” Someone asked.They saw large bubbles being shot at from the center of the Black Lake. Suddenly, the bubbles created a large whirlpool where a mast began to show itself. A large ship emerged from the lake that was rather skeletal and resembled that of a ghost ship that was dark and had water coming out of the holes on the side.The ship docked on the side and the students, and their headmaster departed from the ship. The students wore a cape made from matted, woolly fur, fur hats, and blood-red robes. The students, like Beauxbaton, were in their late teens. Their headmaster, on the other hand, had a similar uniform but was white, and he had a long goatee. He held a staff and was escorted by a couple of students.“Dumbledore! How are you, my dear fellow, how are you!?” Headmaster Igor Karkaroff asked when he went to Dumbledore, and they embraced.“Blooming, thank you, Professor Karkaroff.” He said.Karkaroff then looked down at Derek, making him look up back at him. Derek used his magic and looked into his aura. He saw him being neutral and a proud man. He did, however, see a bit of darkness within him, especially since he saw dark magic radiating from his wrist. “So you must be famous Derek Night, the one that has found the cure to Lycanthropy. I say if you continue with these accomplishments, you could surpass my personal pupil, Viktor Krum.” Karkaroff said with a small smile, revealing rather rotting teeth.“Who?” Derek asked him with a raised eyebrow.“You never heard of him? Where have you been all your life? Under a rock?” Karkaroff asked with a raised eyebrow.“Let’s just say I don’t get out much, professor.” He said.“Now, now. Let’s give him some space.” Dumbledore said while intervening.“You’re right. Let us go. Viktor has a bit of a head cold.” Karkaroff said.“Right inside.” Dumbledore said as the representatives of Durmstrang went inside.Everyone else went inside to the Great Hall. The Beauxbaton students joined the Ravenclaw table while Durmstrang joined the Slytherin table. Most of the Beauxbaton students had glum expressions on their faces, especially since some of them were still holding their scarves. A few sat around Derek while trying to have a good conversation with him.“So what eez it like to be famous when you found ze cure?” A seventh girl named Fleur Delacour asked while sitting across from him.“Oh…well…I guess I feel like I have gotten a bit of an inflated head. Don’t get me wrong, it is huge, but I don’t want to be fully recognized as just that.” Derek said.“You will. We do not forget.” Fleur said.“Hey, there are extra chairs. Are we expecting more guests for the staff or something?” Cho asked while sitting close by Derek.“I don’t know.” Derek answered.“Greetings ladies, gentlemen, ghost, and most particularly...our guests!” Dumbledore announced while going to his pedestal. “I bid you all welcome to Hogwarts, and I hope that you will find your stay here to enjoy. The Triwizard Tournament will begin after our excellent feast. And thus, let the feast…begin.” He concluded.The plates in front of everyone spawned many different foods, drinks, desserts, and even some from outside their country for those from Beauxbaton and Durmstrang. While everyone was getting into their meals, Derek took noticed that Karkaroff and Maxime were sitting by both sides of Dumbledore engaging in different conversations.Derek then looked back at Karkaroff while recalling about the dark magic that was on his wrist when he first met him. He used his magic in his eyes once again to look into it, and the dark magic was still there.‘You’re concerned about it too, aren’t you?’ Plutonia asked him.‘Yeah. Something about that doesn’t seem right. What do you think?’ He thought.‘He might’ve been one of Voldemort’s followers?’ She asked.‘Maybe…’ He thought.“Derek…? Derek!” Fleur called out to him, making him snap out of his train of thought, and his eyes dimmed. “What eez it?” She asked.“Nothing…just noticing something about Karkaroff. Nothing to be of concern.” He answered before getting into some pudding.“What did you see? I know it’s something to at least be concerned about.” Luna asked him.“I sense…dark magic radiating from him. But it doesn’t seem to be too much of a problem. If it was, we’d do something about it by now.” He said.Just then, Derek saw a few more people enter from the side of the staff table. Hagrid had just arrived to join them. The others were elderly people that sat by some of the other staff.Just then, the feast has been wiped clean. Dumbledore then stood up and the Great Hall looked towards the headmaster. “The time has come. The Triwizard Tournament is about to begin. Before that, I have a few words. I’d like to invite you all to join me and welcoming a couple of representatives from the Ministry of Magic that will be joining us for the tournament. First off, let me introduce Mr. Bartemius Crouch, Head of the Department of Magical Cooperation.” Dumbledore said to the hall as Barty Crouch Sr. stood up.Several people applauded him before he sat back down.“He seems important.” Derek said to himself.“Next up is Ludo Bagman, Head of the Department of Magical Games and Sports.” Dumbledore announced as another man stood up.There was louder applause when Ludo stood up. Derek was definitely one of the several that cheered for him before he sat back down.“Mr. Crouch and Mr. Bagman have worked tirelessly to plan out the events leading to the Triwizard Tournament. The three dangerous tasks were all discussed and confirmed by them themselves. Next up, we have one of the heads of the Department of Magical Law Enforcement with us this evening. He, as well as his squads, will be patrolling the grounds to make sure that none will deal with any form of foul play. May I present to all…” Dumbledore announced just before the doors opened.Everyone looked at who entered. Derek’s eyes widen when he saw the last person, he thought would be taking part of this.“Mr. Juan Shafiq, and his handpicked Aurors as security.” Dumbledore finished when they entered the hall.‘No way! He’s here!?’ Derek thought happily when he saw Juan going to the staff table and the other Aurors were going along the walls to keep watch.Juan then looked down the Ravenclaw table until he saw Derek. He smiled before looking back at Dumbledore and greeted him.“Mr. Filch, please bring in the casket.” Dumbledore called out to the Caretaker.Filch left for a moment until he helped bring in said casket to the front of the hall in front of the staff table. He then took out his wand and tabbed on it a few times, making the casket open. Dumbledore then pulled out a wooden cup that was filled with blue and white flames dancing out of it.“Whoa…” Cho whispered.“Beautiful.” Fleur said.“The Goblet of Fire. Anyone that wishes to take part in the official drawling for the tournament must write their name and represented school on a piece of parchment. They will then throw it into the flames to be submitted. To make this fair for the submission, an age line will be created around it so no one under the age of seventeen can take part in the drawling. An extreme word of caution: if chosen, you cannot change your mind, or beg to be let out. You must be wholeheartedly sure that you are willing to take part in the three extremely dangerous tasks. A binding, magical contract will be made to ensure the three champions will see through the tournament until the end. You will have twenty-four hours to submit your name at the entrance where the Goblet of Fire will be at. As of right now, the Triwizard Tournament has begun. But for now, it is now time for bed. Off you go.” Dumbledore concluded the evening.“It was an honour to meet you, Derek.” Fleur said before she and everyone was leaving.“Same to you Fleur.” Derek said while he watched her leave with the rest of her fellow students.“You really know how to attract others to you, don’t you?” Cho asked him with a teasing look.“Attract? I’m really no one special…I think. Am I?” He asked while they began to leave after the Beauxbaton students.“You’re famous, and you are a really cool person to be with. I’m sure that anyone will be honored to be in your circle of friendship.” She said.“I just wish that they aren’t a part of it because of my discovery……I don’t want to be used.” He said while looking away a bit.Just then, he then felt Luna taking his hand. He then looked at her with confusion.“You won’t be, not on our watch. Besides, we’ve been your friend before that discovery.” She said with a calming smile.Derek smiled back at her before tightening her grip on her hand. They soon returned to the Ravenclaw common room before going their separate ways. Derek got into his sleepwear before heading off towards the library close by. He just calmly read a book while also thinking about what will happen the very next evening when the champions were selected. One thing was certain; it was going to be one wacky birthday for him when he turns thirteen years old.The next morning, Derek woke up in a very good mood. He was now thirteen years old, and since it was a Saturday, he had no classes to deal with. His homework was completed, and he was about to make his way to take part in breakfast.However, before he could leave the common room, he was greeted by Juan and to Derek’s surprise, Winston.“Happy birthday!” Juan said when Derek went to them. “Juan! Winston!” Derek yelled before going to them and embracing them.“Master Derek is in a very good mood today. Winston hasn’t seen Derek this happy at all.” Winston said.“And for good reasons! So when were you gonna tell me that you were gonna be here for security, Juan?” Derek asked his stepfather. “I wanted it to be a surprise. I’m sure that you will have a wonderful birthday. I think for a gift, we could try to make arrangements for you to meet the visiting staff from the Ministry of Magic if you wish.” Juan offered.“Would you!? Sure! Wouldn’t mind meeting more members of the ministry.” Derek said.“It might, unfortunately, be after the champion selection though. Hopefully, you’ll be patient until then.” He said to him.“Not to worry. I’m sure that I’ll manage. So Winston, what have you been up to?” Derek asked.“Winston was able to get a second job, Master Derek. Winston is working down in the kitchens with other house-elves. They are some of the happiest Winston has ever seen. Although…Winston heard of some crackpot enforcement called Spew.” Winston said.“Spew?” He asked.“More like S.P.E.W. The Society for the Promotion of Elfish Welfare.” Winston explained.“Oh yes, yes. I’ve heard of that. I heard it has been started by a Hermione Granger if I recall. If the house-elves are happy in the kitchens, then why would they need it?” Juan asked.“I know her…but why would she want that?” Derek asked.“To try to free the house-elves. A free elf named Dobby warned Winston about that.” Winston said.“The Malfoy’s elf?” Juan asked.“Yes sir. Dobby was freed a couple of years back.” He said.“Right. Anyway, I’ll check up with you lot later.” Derek said.“Of course. Happy birthday again.” Juan said before sharing a hug with him again.When the time was growing all the nearer, everyone enjoyed yet another delicious feast. Derek sat by with his fellow students in the Great Hall, but this time, the tables were more arranged so the Goblet of Fire was in the very center of the room. The students from the representing schools were on separate sides.When the plates were wiped clean again, Dumbledore, Karkaroff, Maxime, Ludo, and Barty joined each other in the center of the room by the Goblet of Fire.“And thus the time has come. The estimated time is one minute until the champion selection is made. When the champions are announced, they will be asked to head straight for the Trophy Room behind the staff table to the left where their final assignments will be given.” Dumbledore called out.Dumbledore then drew his wand out and waved it around the room. All the lights dimmed so the only true source of light was the blue and white flames. The flame began to grow brighter until the blue went to red. Many students were getting anxious to see who the champions were.Suddenly, the flame shot out the first piece of parchment. Dumbledore caught it and looked at the name and the school. The red flame went back to being blue and white.“The Durmstrang champion will be Viktor Krum!” Dumbledore announced.A large number of students from Slytherin, as well as a short group of other Hogwarts students, cheered loudly for Krum, who began to make his way towards the doorway behind the staff table.The Goblet of Fire’s flames turned red again, and another parchment shot out of it. Dumbledore caught it once again.“The champion for Beauxbatons is Fleur Delacour.” Dumbledore announced while reading the parchment.The girl that Derek met yesterday got up from her group of disappointed friends as she went across the Great Hall over the cheers of the others around her.“Go get ‘em, Fleur.” Derek whispered while clapping.The third parchment shot out, and every single student from Hogwarts was getting more anxious as their champion was next.“The Hogwarts champion is Cedric Diggory.” Dumbledore announced again.Every single Hufflepuff gave the loudest cheers and stomping as their fellow sixth year went to go join his fellow champions behind the doorway. Derek took noticed that Ron nearby was so upset that Cedric was announced.“Now that we have our champions, I hope that we will cheer them on with kindness, muster, and equally. By cheering on your champion, we will have a–“ But Dumbledore was interrupted by a sound behind him.The Goblet of Fire began to glow red once again, surprising everyone in the room. A fourth parchment shot out of the flames. Dumbledore caught it like he was supposed to and saw what was on it.“Harry Potter…” He read softly, but not loud enough for anyone to hear him. “Harry Potter!” Dumbledore called out.This left everyone looking at Harry with shock beyond belief. They watched as Hermione gave him a push as he went to Dumbledore. Harry then went straight for the doorway.Derek then looked back at the Goblet of Fire with disbelief. Suddenly, his eyes glowed, making him grunt in pain. He shut his eyes while covering his face in the process.“Derek!?” Juan yelled when he was the first to notice what was happening. Dumbledore and a few other students went to him. “Are you okay? What happened?” He asked.“A new magical technique is happening.” He grunted while the burning feeling was beginning to fade. He slowly opened his eyes and looked back at the Goblet of Fire.Suddenly, his eyes glowed again. This time, the flames turned amethyst, matching his eye color. It wasn’t as bright as before, but this caught the attention of everyone. The flames shot right at Derek’s eyes.“AAHHH!!!!” He shouted when the flames impacted his eyes.“DEREK!!!” Dumbledore screamed, only to feel the flames forcing him and the others away from him.‘Greetings, bearer of the Amethyst eyes. The fourth champion was selected due to a fourth school being submitted by an official member of the Ministry of Magic. It was done through an act of a new rule being added.’ A voice spoke to him and Plutonia within his head, neither male nor female, but something from beyond their true knowledge.‘What do you mean? A new rule? Harry could be walking to his death! He’s underage!’ Plutonia spoke to it.‘He was the only one that was submitted. Thus earning him the fourth champion.’ It answered.The flames released him, and Derek fell backwards hyperventilating. Juan and Cho sat him up slowly as he was a bit dizzy.“What happened!?” Dumbledore asked.“I…I have no idea where the Goblet of Fire learned to communicate, but apparently, a fourth school was submitted, hence Harry being chosen.” Derek said while rubbing his eyes and slightly shaking his head.“That cannot be. There are supposed to be three, not four. Hence the name.” Dumbledore said. “I’m just passing on to what it said. Now if you’ll excuse me…I think I need to get some help cause I think I’m gonna be sick.” He said before feeling a bit weird in the head.“Get him out of here.” Dumbledore ordered Juan.“Yes sir. I’ll look after him.” He said before quickly escorting him out.Derek felt a lot of eyes on him as he was leaving. This was something that he wasn’t expecting at all on his first day as a teen. When he made it to the hospital wing, Derek was given some immediate treatment by Madam Pomfrey. He laid there on the bed while he was slowly recovering from the trauma that he had.“I’m gonna go check up on things back with the other champions and fill them in if they haven’t. I’ll be back in a little bit.” Juan said.“Don’t rush. I think I’ll be okay.” Derek said rather tiredly. “Take it easy.” Juan said before leaving.Derek rested there for a good hour until he slowly but surely recovered. Madam Pomfrey checked on him one last time to make sure he was in top condition.“Well, Mr. Night, whatever happened to you from what I was told seemed to be over. You can go.” She said.“Thanks a bunch.” He said before getting up and beginning to leave.“Ah, there you are, Mr. Night! We were just about to check up on you.” It was Professor Flitwick, along with Barty Crouch and Juan.“I’m good. Whatever that was, I hope it doesn’t happen again.” Derek said.“Derek Night.” Barty said while approaching him. “Your reputation precedes you. I knew your parents rather well due to how close they were to Juan. But still, life goes on, and here we stand.” He said while they were leaving.“How do you know them?” Derek asked.“I didn’t know them personally, but from what I learned is that they were trying to stay neutral in the First Wizarding War years ago. No one will tell me why, but I’m sure they had their reasons. Nevertheless, I was quite honored to see that magic of yours first hand.” Barty said.“Actually, we were maybe wondering if you could lend us your magic to help keep a sharper eye on things during the tasks. I will say these: one of the tasks involves the Black Lake, and the other in a gigantic maze. Your way of tracking their aura, and that powerful attack you can muster might come in handy.” Juan offered to him.Derek froze for a moment when he said that. It was true that he wanted to see how things will play out in the tournament, but on the other hand, acting as an emergency agent was something he didn’t expect.“I guess I could help in some way. Just as long as we kinda keep this to ourselves for now. I don’t want any more ego inflation for the time being.” Derek said. “Of course. Anyway, it was an honor to finally meet you. I best get things further prepared for the first task. Until then, good luck, Mr. Night.” Barty said before going elsewhere.“Well…I say this was an event and a half. You sure there isn’t anything Harry can do to get out of this?” Derek asked Juan.“No. The rules are absolute. The Goblet of Fire’s magical contract must be fulfilled. First the Quidditch World Cup, now this? What’s next?” Juan wondered.“This can’t be a coincidence. Why would someone from the ministry put Harry into the tournament? It makes no sense…unless someone wants to get rid of him.” He said while thinking about it more.“We will let Minister Fudge on the matter. For now, just focus on your schoolwork and studies. We will deal with this matter.” Juan said.“Okay. Good night.” Derek said before they embraced for a moment before Derek went off to the common room.With the bug that happened with the champion selection, Derek knew that this tournament was gonna be something, unlike anything he had ever known. How will things play out? What more peril will Derek be getting into? Find out more next time as the story continues.
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Hey everyone! This is :iconalisonbracey13:! I just wanted to post a quick message to let you all know that we're still here! I just wanted to send a thank you to everyone who has stayed with us, and to everyone who has continued to post in the gallery. I also wanted to welcome all of the new members to the group, as well as all of the new watchers. Welcome, guys! Thank you all again!
Thank you all for your patience as of late. I know that we, the admins, have been particularly inactive lately, and we would like to thank you all greatly for sticking with us.

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Lately, we have seen a drastic decrease in the amount of pieces submitted to the featured folder, and have instead been placed in the appropriate folders. Thank you all so much for that! It helps us all greatly in making it quicker and easier to find pieces

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While this did happen a bit ago, we would just like to say thank you to everyone for sticking with us through this ear, and we hope that you will be with us for many more years to come! Thank you all so much for a great first year!
That most people still dump their art into featured, please put it in the appropiate place.
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Moonpiratewitch Featured By Owner Oct 16, 2010
Of course they are! ^^
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alisonbracey13 Featured By Owner Oct 16, 2010  Hobbyist
Haha, thanks! I just wasn't sure b/c it didn't seem like anyone else had one up ^^;
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Toastee0001 Featured By Owner Oct 13, 2010
yes. Any OCs. ^^
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alisonbracey13 Featured By Owner Oct 13, 2010  Hobbyist
Alright, thank you!
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Tratsini Featured By Owner Oct 4, 2010
Oh I would liike to submit some deviations to the OCs but somehow, I canīt...
Help me please :blush:
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This is such an awesome group! :love:
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Toastee0001 Featured By Owner Oct 13, 2010
dont worry we can move it for you
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Toastee0001 Featured By Owner Jul 10, 2010
immm backkkkkk!

sorry my internet stopped for like a week :/
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Itchatoma Featured By Owner Jul 8, 2010
Hello!~ I don't want to look like a spammer, but Me and some friends are making a Harry potter NEXT GEN/OC role playing forum if anyone is interested~ [link] Please check it out : D
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Artylover41697 Featured By Owner Jul 6, 2010  Student Traditional Artist
It wouldn't let me choose another folder to put my art in, so do you think you could move my two deviations into the OCs folder?
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Thank you. :D
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Bozphin Featured By Owner Jun 15, 2010  Hobbyist General Artist
ugh sorry I accidently submitted to the featured gallery... REALLY SORRY :(

They need to be submitted to the Fanfic gallery...
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