Deception

C H A P T E R 3

Deception is a funny thing, you don't know how it happens, or who does it. Normally it is the unexpected.

A ball is a formal dance party characterised by a banquet followed by social dance that includes ballroom dancing.

The wizarding world, also referred to as the magical community, was the society in which lived and interacted, separate from . The two communities were kept separate through the use of charms, spells, and secrecy. Wizards were forbidden to reveal anything about to Muggle society due to the . Each country had a form of wizarding government to oversee magical affairs in their territory, They served as a wizarding intergovernmental organisation.

Ministry of magic was the primary governing body of the magical community in many by countries. Headed by a , a Ministry of Magic was responsible for regulating and enforcing laws for the magical community, as well as keeping said community hidden from the In , at least, the term "Ministry of Magic" seemed to be synonymous with "form of wizarding government", since the term was, on occasion, loosely applied to also refer to the that preceded the .

Minister Cornelius Oswald Fudge

He was a who was the from the years –. He thus had complete control of the , the main governing body of the British . Fudge began his career in the Ministry as Junior Minister in the . He then succeeded as Minister for Magic, and thus had the responsibility of meeting with the when necessary.

In Fudge's early days as , he was forever bombarding Albus Dumbledore for help and advice. In return he expressed confidence in Dumbledore. When had an Order of Suspension for Dumbledore due to his failure to prevent petrification-attacks on students, Fudge was against the suspension, saying it was the "last thing we want just now," and "if Dumbledore can't stop them... who can?"Besides advice, it seems that Albus Dumbledore informed Fudge of important events at Hogwarts, such as Sirius Black's and Buckbeak's escape from there being due to "a reversal of time." Apparently, he did not inform Fudge that was a , and learned of it after 's article in the .Over the years, though, Fudge became paranoid that Dumbledore was seeking the Minister position for himself, despite Dumbledore clearly showing lack of interest in the position, rejecting it at least three times.

This paranoia was kept suppressed, as Fudge continued to respect Dumbledore over the years and accepted his decisions, despite their eccentricity. Despite constantly seeking advice from the more able wizard, Fudge would nevertheless succumb to the public's views and sometimes go against Dumbledore's insistence on certain issues, such as sending Hagrid to or placing around as guardians. Fudge was only successful in gaining the people's confidence because they knew he was willing to accept Dumbledore's advice.

However, in 1995, after Dumbledore told him that Voldemort had returned, Fudge refused to believe him, even when Severus Snape showed him the reactivated , as he finally succumbed to his paranoia. As a result, Fudge started a to discredit and ruin Albus' reputation, ungratefully rejecting and forgetting all the assistance and advice he received from Dumbledore for the past years. As an attempt to wrest control of Hogwarts from Dumbledore, he appointed as the teacher against the headmaster's will, and her greatly and eventually attempted to arrest Dumbledore on a trumped-up charge

The Noble and Most Ancient House of Black was one of the largest, oldest, and wealthiest families in , and around the world. Many wizarding families in Britain were distantly related to the House of Black. Like the and families, the House of Black was synonymous with elevated status and wealth. The Blacks were traditionally sorted into at .

Atlas Black was a man who loved his sister beyond the stars and would die for her. He was the last heir of the house of Black. He was old enough to take over the lordship of the house. He knew for him to protect his sister and his friends he had to show the real power of the house of Black.

So here he was getting ready for the ministry ball.

A white shirt with jet black blazer and pants. Accompanied by a silk bow tie. His jet black hair with a fresh military cut making him look sharp.

He knew what had to be done.

Neville Longbottom not really an orphan but really is. Lost his parents to insanity. His God Sister was his everything and wanted to be by her side because it was her who showed him the reality of the world. He wold honour the alliance.

He was looking dashing with the overall three piece suit accompanied by  tie.

Where a Potter goes a longbottom follows.

Caleb Lupin the heir to the house of Lefay. His mother died at child birth after that he was raised at an orphanage.

He knew that he will be looked down upon the society since he is a werewolf, but there are two people who always guided him. Atlas and Harriet.

Looking handsome and daunting, Caleb wore a Black three piece suit.

Harriet knew she has a chance to overthrow Dumbledore by the new findings of her new soulmate. She wants revenge. Revenge for the blood that shed between her and Tom.

Wearing a sleek emerald velvet dress that drapes over her body, fitting her frame showing of her curves. Leaving her hair open and her minimal makeup look giving her a divine demeanour.

They met at the fire place right beside the dining.
They looked at each other and approved of their choices.

They together made their way to the ministry. They reached a double door entrance. Their stood a butler.

He opened the door for them. He announced their arrival.
" Lord Neville Frank of the most ancient and noble house of Longbottom and A he noble house of Prewett."

" Lord Atlas Regulus of the most ancient and Noble house of Black and most ancient and Noble house of McKinnon,"

" Lord Caleb Lupin of most ancient and Noble house of Lefay,"

" Lady Harriet Dorea of the most ancient and Noble house of Potter and  the most ancient and Noble house of Peverell,"

People attending the event turned around and gasped looking at the new arrivals with a peek of interest.

A ruby eyes caught emerald eyes.

This was going to be interesting,