Magical Elements

[Sensiblyquirky]

Chapter 1

Minerva McGonagall was ecstatic as she left the Hospital Wing; Poppy had finally given her a clean bill of health and she couldn’t wait to start working for the Order again. Maybe Albus would actually let her go out in the field he had been very protective since she had been stunned, and although she thought it was sweet it was time for her to actually be of use. Wondering when she should approach him about it Minerva found she was wandering toward his office, and as she neared his office she thought, ‘well, no time like the present.’
Albus was buried in a mound of owls from the Ministry, and didn’t even look up as he yelled, “Come in,” but he knew it was Minerva. Minerva’s good mood was lessened slightly as she saw Albus. ‘He’s working so hard,’ she mused to herself as she sat across from him at his desk.
Minerva started to tap her foot after waiting five minutes for him to even look up at her.
“Albus,” she said but only silence ensued.
“I have my hair down,” she said hoping he would look up so she could get his attention.
“I’m quitting, Albus, I’m joining You-Voldemort,” she stated thinking that would draw his attention. ‘Nothing, he is so absorbed,’ smiling to herself she said, “I’m wearing red lacy underwear.” When that didn’t get his attention she just sat there waiting.
Finally setting his quill down he looked at her, “Well, my dear, you seem happy. May I ask what has put that lovely smile on your face?”
Minerva was too happy to even say something about his use of the word “lovely” so she said, “Poppy has finally given me a clean bill of health. I am free to transform, apparate, do work for the order, and I don’t have to use that wretched piece of wood.”
“My dear, you haven’t used your walking stick for the past two weeks,” Albus replied peering over his half moon spectacles at her.
“Well now you can’t tell on me,” she replied raising her eyebrow.
Chuckling he conceded by a simple bow of his head.
“So,” Minerva started impatiently.
“My dear,” Albus replied trying not to laugh.
“Albus! When can I start doing work for the order? Give me something to do, I’m fine.”
“Well, you were only just released Minerva. Perhaps you should wait another week or two,” he suggested quietly not wanting anything to happen to her. Almost losing her had caused Albus to really reflect on how he felt about his Deputy. She was his best friend, the loyal companion, but he realized that he saw her as so much more. Looking back over the years he realized his happiest times were spent in her company, and he wanted to spend so many more with her and if he played his cards just right he hoped it would be in a completely different capacity.
“Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore, do not over indulge your protective tendencies on me. I have been utterly useless for weeks, and I am bored out of my mind. Poppy says I am fine, now let me help,” the stubborn witch yelled as she stood leaning over his desk.
One look at her face and Albus knew he wasn’t going to win, and he had to admit keeping her locked up was going to kill what he loved most about her: her spirit. “Alright, Minerva. We have an order meeting tomorrow night, and I promise you will have a job to do once it is over.”
“Thank you,” she said curtly and started heading toward the door. Just when she got there Albus called to her.
“Yes, Albus,” she asked turning with her hand still on the door.
“I have no doubt you look stunning in your undergarments,” he stated calmly never looking up from his letter.
Minerva blushed furiously, and stammering said, “I-I d-didn’t think you w-were listening.”
“Ah, yes I thought so but I do thank you for the image.”
Minerva just stared at him and not really sure of what she could say she quietly left the office in a daze.
Reaching her rooms Minerva mumbled the password, death to toads, and sank in her favorite chair completely lost in her thoughts. Not really sure what to make of Albus’ last comment she sat gazing into the fire until his head appeared in the fire.
“Minerva, a meeting has been called for tonight. Be ready in five minutes, and meet me in my office. We can leave together,” and with that Albus was gone. Putting her personal problems aside Minerva quickly grabbed all she needed and quickly moved toward his office.


“A group of them were spotted near Bristol heading southeast,” Alastor Moody informed the members of the Order of the Phoenix.
“What’s southeast of Bristol,” Arthur Weasley inquired.
“Salisbury, and Stonehenge,” Minerva answered, “I don’t see why they would go to Salisbury, so my guess is Stonehenge,” she finished.
Albus Dumbledore looked thoughtful before asking, “How many Alastor?”
“Five, but we don’t know exactly who.”
Twirling his beard Albus seemed lost in thought until Minerva asked, “Albus, what are you thinking?”
“Stonehenge has magical elements in it and surrounding it, Minerva. I think we should see what exactly Voldemort wants with the area.”
“Are you suggesting sending a team into the field,” Tonks asked looking excited.
“Yes, but I think I need to go. Though no one knows for sure the elements that surround the area I do believe I will be required.”
“Who will go with you, Albus,” Minerva asked knowing he would never let her go. She was hoping her assignment would at least allow her to transform, but actually going out into the field would never happen. He was just too protective, or so she thought.
“You will accompany me, my dear. Severus I leave Hogwarts in your hands for the duration that Minerva and I are gone. I will need to see you tomorrow before we leave. I suggest we leave in the evening, using the blanket of darkness is wise. I, also, fear we may not be allowed to use as much magic. Though the immediate area is not populated it is a tourist site, and surrounding towns are heavy with Muggles,” he added turning toward Minerva.
She just nodded in consent afraid to say anything for fear of being too giddy for the occasion.

Two hours later Minerva and Albus were stepping out of his fireplace, and sitting down to a cup of hot chocolate.
“Albus, I want to you thank you for choosing me to go along with you,” Minerva said turning to look at him.
“I would not want anyone else by my side, but I want you to be careful. And do try to watch out should they try and stun you,” he replied eyes twinkling mischievously.
Minerva sent a glare his way before rising to leave. “I’ll see you in the morning. Do try and get a good night’s sleep.”
“You do the same, my dear. Goodnight.”
Neither slept well at all too busy thinking about each other, and the task at hand. Stonehenge…that did not bode well, and both Albus and Minerva knew it.

[ginger newts]

Oooh, Stonehenge. What are they planning? I can't wait to find out what happens! I love that he noticed and commented on her 'red lacy underwear' remark, heehee. And the password is brilliant. Please update soonly! (Maybe she'll call him out and actually wear some red lacy underwear at some point?? )

[TartanPhoenix]

hehehe.."I'm wearing red lacy underware." I almost fell out of my chair. Another wonderful beginning to what promises to be another wonderful story. Yay for new stories. Update soon.

[angharad]

I loved the underwear stuff!

It also seems that we're on the same wavelength, as I'm writing a story that centers around attempted nefarious doings around an ancient magical site. Don't worry, it's not an AD/MM. It's a RL/MM/SS. Sometimes I like to take Minerva for a ride on the wild side...

Anyway, your story has hooked me. I look forward to the next chapter!

[TabbyForever]

Yay...i knew you said you were writing it but i didn't think you'd be this quick!!!!!
Cool..i love the opening chapter....can't wait to see where this goes!!!!
Tabs

[Miss Q]

Wonderful! A new story! The underwear-thing.... please let her wear it sometime (preferably when Albus is in a position to help her OUT of it ;D)

Thanks for this start and please up-date soon!

M(issQ)

[griseldalafey]

Death to toads ;D ;D That was *so* funny and so unexpected. Loved the start of this story, I can't wait to see what happens next

[Jestana]

I loved when Min was trying to get his attention. *giggle* I hope she DOES wear the underwear at some point. Oh, Stonehenge! Cool! This sounds promising!

[Dewey]

Ruddy hell! That was brilliant. Marvelous beginning to what promises to be an all-out good story.


-Dewey

[Sensiblyquirky]

Chapter 2

“Well that looks like everything Albus,” Minerva noted as they stood in his office with all of their gear surrounding them on the floor. Nodding his head Albus shrunk all of the objects for easier traveling with one swish of his wand.
Putting their belongings in their pockets Albus grasped Minerva’s hand before activating the portkey. “Alright, my dear, now remember don’t pull your wand out. I’ve got what muggles call a flashlight.” Indicating she understood they were gone in the blink of an eye.
Landing in the middle of a field Minerva made to move away from Albus, so he could get the flashlight out but she stumbled over a fallen tree limb and landed hard on the ground on her backside.
“Damnit,” Minerva mumbled as she stood back up rubbing her backside.
“I find it quite comical when you let some curse words slip, my dear, quite out of character,” Albus said chuckling.
“Out of character my arse, you have heard me cuss many times Albus Dumbledore, and cut that thing on,” she said indicating the flashlight.
“Yes, well many perceive you to be the upstanding citizen who would never. Imagine what your students would say if they heard some of the words that pour forth from those beautiful lips of yours,” he replied cutting the flashlight on.
“I daresay they wouldn’t be shocked, the language some of our students use! Especially the first years, Albus,” she said shaking her head as they started to move slowly in the darkness.
“Yes well they haven’t heard it when you cuss in Gaelic. Don’t think I don’t know what you’re saying, Minerva McGonagall. I distinctly remember a conversation with Fudge, in which quite a few were said. Luckily he didn’t know what you were saying or I think he would have been quite insulted.”
Looking sheepishly at the ground she said, “I didn’t know you understood Gaelic.”
Taking her hand within his own he brought it to his lips before saying, “Yes, but I do hope you have never called me some of those names.”
“Albus, I would never! You know that,” she stated firmly abruptly removing her gaze from the ground to his face.
Chuckling he squeezed her hand, and was elated to find that she never removed it from his. An hour later they set camp up at what looked like a good site. They were still a day’s hike from Stonehenge, but it was time to call it a night. Though during the summer months it was rather cool that evening, and Minerva was shaking as she climbed into her sleeping bag on the other side of the tent from Albus. Looking over at Minerva Albus felt a tinge of pity rip at his heart; she had never weighed much and she had lost even more weight since the stunners and seeing her balled up trying to keep herself warm was just too much.
“Minerva, come here.”
Minerva turned over and stared at him in confusion, “Do you need something,” she asked.
“Yes, I need you to bring your pillow and your sleeping bag over here right beside of me,” he replied patting the ground.
Blushing slightly she did as he asked, and when she was settled Albus turned to face her and brought her flush up against his chest as his arm encircled her. At first Minerva tensed at being so close to Albus, and the way his hand had slide over her stomach as he encircled her had sent tingles up and down her side. Just as she was relaxing Albus said, “My dear you are still too cold, my sleeping bag is big enough for both of us and we can place yours on top should you still need more warmth.”
Ok, now Minerva was excitedly frightened as she moved into his sleeping bag. This was too surreal; here she was sleeping with the man she loved more than anything. He was actually going to hold her all night. Once settled Albus noticed her feet were bare, and freezing! So hoping she wouldn’t think him any more forward he began to rub her feet with his socked ones very slowly.
A gasp caught in Minerva’s throat when she felt Albus’ feet rub against hers, and she laid there being very still and very quiet. After a little while the rubbing stopped, but his feet were still entangled in hers. Turning just enough to see his face she noticed he had drifted off to sleep, and after placing a very chaste kiss on his cheek she too succumbed to her dreams.
Minerva awoke the next morning to the feel of Albus’ hand slowly moving back across her stomach, and eventually away from her. When she felt him rise Minerva turned on to her back to watch him. Albus was not a burly man, but his lean muscles were well developed and Minerva always thought he had an aristocratic handsomeness which she found appealing. Besides his eyes, which she frequently got lost in, she loved his hands. His fingers were long and slender, but his hands were strong and sure. She had always dreamed about what it would feel like to have his hands running over her body, and touching her in her most responsive places. Minerva didn’t know why but she just had this feeling that he was an amazing lover; there had never been rumors about women or stories, but she just knew and she longed to share that part of herself with him. Sadly removing her eyes from him she resigned herself to knowing last night was as close as it was going to get.
“Well, my dear, are you going to get up or stay in bed all day,” Albus asked crossing back over to her.
“Oh I’m getting up. If you had it your way you would do all the work, and leave me here to man the fort, shall we say,” she replied removing herself from the sleeping bag.
“Never, I’m not sure you can cook,” he replied teasing her and then added, “I’ll go outside Minerva so you can change. Let me know when you are finished so I may do the same.” Leaving the tent Albus had to force himself to think about the task at hand and not the beautiful woman on the other side of the flap that was naked, or wearing her undergarments only.

Several hours later Minerva and Albus had made excellent time, and assumed they would be nearing Stonehenge within the next four hours. Breaking for lunch Minerva asked Albus a question that had been bothering her, “Albus why did you insist upon coming yourself? You never do fieldwork. Not that I mind, I was just curious.”
“We know very little about Stonehenge, Minerva, and I felt I would be needed. We wizards know that has magical history, but exactly what kind is not known. It is believed that Merlin built it as a sacred ground, if you will, on which he could openly perform his spells.”
“And being a direct descendant of Merlin you feel you might be needed,” Minerva concluded.
“Well I don’t think it will hurt,” Albus replied trying not to smile.
“No, I daresay it shan’t.”
After finishing his meal Albus continued, “Muggles have various different stories as to how it came about including the Druids and Merlin. Some believe it was a burial ground, a clock if you will for seasons and the like, and a site for pagan rituals. I am very curious as to what Voldemort wants with it.”
“So am I Albus. Also, why didn’t we just apparate there,” Minerva setting her plate down.
“I wondered when you would ask. I want to see why they want it, which means giving them a little time there. It would answer some of my own questions about the site, and I have a feeling whatever they want may take a while,” he answered.
Nodding her head that she understood it wasn’t long before they set off again, and having no idea of what they would find.

[ginger newts]

dun dun dun...the sexual tension builds I love them sleeping in the same sleeping bag, squee! This is so good, can't wait to find out what happens. Silly homework getting in the way.... Ah well, gives me something to look forward to.

[angharad]

Oh my! The plot & the sexual tension thickens! I'm well and truly hooked now!

[Jestana]

Squee! Sleeping in the same sleeping bag! Eeeeee! *clears throat* An excellent chapter and it certainly provides some clues to be going on with. *grin* Bravo!

[TartanPhoenix]

Another exellent chapter. Who could have ever thought Minerva would have such a mouth on her? I was giggling all while I read that. Now we just need to find a knife big enough to cut through all the tension you've created. Update soon.

[Inappropriate Goat]

That was a good chapter. I like Minerva's description of Albus' hands and her idea that he would be a great lover. I can't believe that they slept in the same sleeping bag. Will it be cold enough for them to sleep together again? Do you think that one will have a dream about the other and act it out in their sleep? Just an idea.

MM

[TabbyForever]

Give me a minute....*Goes off to find meat clever in order to cut throug that sexual tension building*...
OK i'm back
Yay...another excelent chapter!!
I see you've been doing your home work on Stonehenge!!! Probably know more about it than me now....actually thats not saying something there!!!!
Can't wait for the next chapt!!!
Tabs

[griseldalafey]

Great chapter. They shared a sleeping bag *hums* Can't wait to see what next, it's a lovely story

[HappyReader]

*hums dreamily* I love any discriptions about Albus, and your's would be my current fav. Lovely build up so far, but *ahem* tell me, did Minerva note anything 'prodding' her the morning after sleeping beside Albus in the sleeping bag? Just out of curiousity, 'course. Update soon!

[Sensiblyquirky]

Chapter 3 (Lemons Ahoy.)

Minerva and Albus approached Stonehenge cautiously from the northeast side under Albus’ invisibility cloak. The blackness of the night did not offer enough cover for the two professors in an area with no foliage to hide behind. Nearly the structure a light could be seen within, but a black ring encircled the inside of the stones. Going as close as they dared they levitated themselves up in the air so as to see inside.
The Death Eaters were no longer five in number but about twenty, and in the middle of the circle stood three people: Voldemort, Bellatrix, and Lucius Malfoy. Lucius was reading from a very hold manuscript:
“A magic beyond all else can be born in this place if two people consist to perform the most sacred of intimate acts as the moon reaches its peak upon the summer solstice. The magic born will be given to the stronger of the two, but only if no other couple is performing the same ritual. If any two other persons are taking part in the same ritual then the magic will be lost not knowing which of the two men it should join.”

“Master you will have to follow my instructions. It appears that there is a certain order, if you will,” Malfoy spoke.
“Ha, Merlin was eccentric wasn’t he? Has the area been searched for muggle couples,” Voldemort asked looking around at the group.
“Yes, Master,” the Death Eaters yelled in unison.

Albus and Minerva lowered themselves back to the ground never making eye contact. Looking up Albus noticed they had three minutes in which to decide what to do.
“Minerva, we have three minutes,” he spoke urgently toward her.
“Too many to take them, and too late to call for back-up,” was her only response.
Albus looked at Minerva, then back up at the sky (two minutes), and then back to Minerva, “Minerva…well…”
“It’s the only option Albus,” she interrupted and taking a deep breath Minerva began to disrobe quickly.

Lucius Malfoy’s voice could be heard: Explore her body with thee hands and tongue.

Albus looked quickly into Minerva’s eyes before he touched her. A simple kiss to her lips before he slowly traveled down her body as one hand moved up and down her side, while the other gently cupped her breast. Minerva sighed ever so softly when Albus’ hand made contact with her breast, softly massaging the area and then playing with her nipple. His lips soon followed. Albus flicked his tongue across her nipples before sucking on them, and biting them gently. Minerva arched her back as he continued to move slowly down her now wet body, and she kept her fingers in his hair for as long as he could. Placing a simple sweet kiss on her center Albus moved down to her legs. Massaging them, and nipping at them in places. ‘God, she’s beautiful,’ he thought to himself as he continued his exploration. Albus was pleased to see Minerva withering on the ground, and digging her fingernails into the soil. Just as he was about to attack the very center of her they heard Lucius:
Now it is thee woman’s turn.
Switching places Minerva placed Albus’ long beard over his shoulder so she could more easily attack his neck. Moving down his chest Minerva allowed her hands to lightly tickle him, and she seductively moved against his hardened desire eliciting a low moan. Minerva’s assault was just as slow, and she nipped at his inner thighs before paying attention to what needed her most. Looking up at Albus, eyes closed and hands in the ground, she took him in her hand. Softly employing long slow strokes, which Albus complemented by rocking his hips, and taking her other hand Minerva very gently fingered his testicles. A quick kiss to his stomach Minerva leaned down to tease him with her tongue. She was just about to take him whole when she vaguely heard Lucius’ voice:
Satisfy thee woman before ye enter her
Albus smiled as he sat up and gently placed Minerva back on to the ground. Roaming her body once more he assaulted her center with his tongue, placing increasingly hard kisses on her opening before sliding a pair of fingers into her very core. Minerva wanted to scream as she felt herself nearing her climax. His fingers were working a magic all their own, and when Albus slipped a third finger into her Minerva came. Lights crashing around her in the dark she wasn’t even aware that Albus had moved until she felt him kiss her temple lovingly. Before anything could be said between the two Lucius’ voice was heard one last time:
May two become one.
Realizing that he had not deeply kissed Minerva yet Albus captured her lips in a passionate kiss before he thrust into her. Knowing she couldn’t scream she whispered very quietly into his ear, “Yes, Albus, yes…” Albus smiled as he moved in her. Their bodies were glistening with sweat, and their eyes were locked as they neared their peaks. Moving to a rhythm all their own Albus broke eye contact so he could whisper in her ear, “Oh, goddess…” Taking her queue from him Minerva too began to whisper into his neck. As they neared their climaxes they began murmuring each other’s name. Albus’ thrusts were becoming more erratic, and he was desperately trying to hold on but then he felt Minerva shudder. She gripped his shoulders, and dug her fingernails into them repeatedly whispering his name. Having no need to hold back Albus mumbled her name as he released into her. Using what little strength he still had Albus leaned back, and brought Minerva with him. She was resting in his lap softly stroking his back, and still murmuring his name. So involved in each other they never heard Bellatrix’s scream, and Albus only vaguely heard Lucius’ voice:
Master you and Bella must sleep in the center of the circle for the rest
of the night. We will stand watch.

Albus sighed in relief knowing he and Minerva could rest where they were. Luckily their clothes were just in reach, as was the invisibility cloak. Placing their clothes over them and the invisibility cloak over the clothes Albus fell asleep with Minerva resting on top of him, and he still buried within her warmth hoping that it had worked.

[ginger newts]

Ha, good thing he took Minerva instead of someone else. *evil grin* No, seriously, this was an excellent chapter. Yay for lemons and yay for twarting Voldemort.

I said it before and I'll say it again: Voldemort and Bellatrix *shudder*

I can't wait to see where you go with this! Keep up the good work.

[TabbyForever]

Ummm i'm agreeing there....
Shuddering at the thought of those two!!!ewwww

But hey...i didn't see that one coming!!
I know i said i could cut the sexual tension with a meat clever but... hehehe

Oh well Huzza for lemons....we love them!!!
Long live the lemon!!!
Well done, i loved this chapter...and i hope you feel better soon!!!
Jem

[TartanPhoenix]

Wonderful chapter as always. I am rather glad he took MInerva with him Too bad for Voldie. can't wait for the next post.

[Jestana]

Heehee! That's one way to stop him. *giggle* Good thing it was Albus and Minerva who went on this mission. *grin* Bravo!

[angharad]

Yummy lemony goodness! You know what I think, though? I think Albus knew on some level that some sort of "love magic" would be required. Perhaps not to that intimate an extent, but I think he knew that he would need the woman he loves on that sacred ground.

I'm sure they'll have a "proper" first time when the mission is successfully completed. *broad hint*

Can you tell I'm enjoying this story?

[Inappropriate Goat]

ummm Lemony goodness... tastey! That was a great chapter except for the mental image... I thought Bellatrix was married...ewwweee now the nightmares will ensue... I need an update to get the images out of my head
MM

[Miss Q]

Keeps getting better and better.... Go you!

M(iss Q)

[Nerweniel]

Ah, don't we all love lemons??? Sweetness... aw... visited Stonehenge in July and feel very VERY ashamed I didn't think of possible AD/MM goodness on that location ;D! But Voldie & Bellatrix... *shivershiver* hehehehehe!

Love,

Liz

[griseldalafey]

Wow, awesome chapter. Call me ignorant, but I did not see that one coming Really great chapter. Can't wait to see what happens when they wake up... probably a lo-ot of talking

[Lady Lavendar]

Mui bueno! This story is very good! Cant wait for the next instalment! Like I said this is a very very good story!

LL

[Sensiblyquirky]

Chapter Four (thanks to Ginger Newts, and Tabs for all their help! Using Stonehenge was actually Jemma's idea, so points to her!)

Minerva was the first to wake up the next morning, and a little more than confusion blanketed her face as she looked around. She realized she was under some garments, and then she focused on who was under her. Blushing slightly at the knowledge of what had happened the night before she tried to move only to find her and Albus still joined. A full flush rose quickly to her cheeks and she was just about to move when he woke up.
Albus opened his eyes as he felt Minerva move, and quickly looked up at her in an effort to say something but no words could come out. They just stared at each other for a few minutes before Minerva ducked her head and quickly moved to sit beside of him.
“Albus, c-could I have my clothes please,” Minerva asked quietly still not wanting to look him in the eye. Though she couldn’t tell you why, he had seen everything there was to see and she had just had the best sexual experience of her life, given the circumstances, with this man. ‘I guess that is why she thought, what if he just…enjoyed the one night stand, or gives me it was just for the order…’ Minerva thought to herself as she started to get dressed. Soon her attention was focused on getting dressed lying down, still needing the protection of the Invisibility cloak they had yet to do more than sit up and getting dressed was easier when one was standing. Minerva had her dress over her head and chest and was about to push it further down when she felt Albus gently tugging it down the rest of her. Looking up at him she smiled softly, “Thank you,” she whispered.
Albus leaned down toward Minerva and was about to say something when they heard Voldemort’s voice: “Search the area immediately! I want to know why it didn’t work!” To say he was furious would have been an understatement, and she was about to move when Albus pulled her back down. He placed a finger over her lips, and watched as Death Eaters ran past them. Luckily none had run into them or the situation would have taken a turn for the worse. Once all were gone Albus quickly moved to get up, and spoke in hushed tones to his Deputy.
“Turn into Tabby, Minerva. Try to take them one at a time, or two, but be careful. I’ll be fine.”
Minerva nodded her head, and quickly transformed. In no time she had come across one around the corner of the visitor center, and quickly changing she jumped out and yelled: “Stupefy!” Not knowing it was coming the man was shot back, and she quickly yelled bound him by ropes after summoning his wand. Leaving him where he was she hid his wand so as not to carry it around. Moving quickly Minerva spotted two not far away from the center, and seeing no foliage she got as close as she could without being seen, but when she stepped forward a twig snapped. The two Death Eaters spun around quickly, but Minerva was ready:
“Impedimenta,” she yelled as the first Death Eater went flying back. Minerva skillfully avoided the second’s “Crucio,” and responded with a “Protego!”
“Stupefy,” unlike the last time this spell was thrown her way Minerva gracefully moved out of the way rolling on the ground on to come up very quickly and catch the death eater off guard with “Pertrificus Totalus!”
Once bound Minerva changed again hoping everything was going well with Albus.
Albus had taken care of six Death Eaters, and chose to make his way back to Tom Riddle. Leaving the cloak behind Albus stepped out from behind a stone to find only Voldemort in the circle.
“What were you trying to accomplish, Tom,” Albus asked calmly wand raised.
Voldemort swirled around wand high with hate written all over his face, “You? How in the world did you stop…wait! Ha-ha, the great Albus Dumbledore…I don’t think any one would believe it. So was it good Dumbledore,” Voldemort asked smirking.
“I don’t discuss my personal life with many people, Tom,” Albus coolly replied.
“Bella was good; of course her husband would not be very happy if he found out. She is very beautiful don’t you think,” he asked moving closer as the two men started to walk in a circle.
“Not my type, Tom.”
“Come now, Dumbledore, you can admit when you think a woman is beautiful can’t you?” Tom laughingly replied.
“Yes I can, and I must confess Ms. LeStrange does not compare to a woman I know,” Albus replied waiting for Riddle to strike.
Voldemort had had enough of this talk, and he fired a spell at Dumbledore which he avoided. The dueling was getting intense as Minerva snuck up on them. She knew not to interfere but she wanted to make sure Albus was ok. As she sat there watching she noticed a Death Eater coming from the other side wand pointed at Dumbledore, she quickly raised her own wand and yelled: “Stupefy!” Catching the Death Eater off guard she moved to bound him when she was hit by a “Crucio!”
Albus Dumbledore was angry. The epitome of self-control Albus could count on one hand the number of times he had truly lost his temper, but no one hurt his Minerva.
Showing his real power Albus mumbled “Finite,” and dodged Voldemort’s spell virtually all at the same time. He renewed his vigor in dueling Voldemort, and the dark wizard was getting fearful. His minions had either apparated or were bound all over the area, and none were coming to his aide. He had never seen Dumbledore this possessed, and he thought it was the right time to leave. Apparating away Dumbledore did not put down his wand for five whole minutes thinking he would show back up.
Realizing that he was gone Albus walked quickly over to Minerva who was leaning on one of the large stones.
His voice still sharp he asked, “Minerva, are you alright?”
“Yes, Albus, and I suggest you take a moment to calm down,” she replied looking him in the eye.
Nodding he took a deep breath before taking her by the arm, “We need to round up all the ones we caught, before they get away, if they haven’t already and then we need to head to the Ministry.” Simply nodding they met back up fifteen minutes later with a total of ten captured Death Eaters.
“Only eleven, Albus,” Minerva said after she had counted his six men to her five.
“But eleven that cannot fight for him now, Minerva. Excellent job, I see I only beat you by one,” he said as the twinkle was reappearing in his eye.
“Ah yes, well we can’t all be the great Albus Dumbledore can we,” she asked rolling her eyes.
“No, I guess not,” was all he said.
“Your head better be able to fit through a door, Albus, because if it cannot I will take great delight in making sure so it can,” she replied with the smallest hint of a smile.
“I have no doubt about that, my dear. We will use this portkey, are you ready,” Albus asked and in no time they were on their way to the Ministry.