𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀 | Harry Potter x Male Reader

• Xenophilius Lovegood •

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After a few minutes, Y/N and Harry managed to call Hermione down, but she still refused to speak directly to Ron.
Not that they could blame her anyway.

Ron told them what had happened to him during his time away from them, and the three of them listened intently. Apparently, there were groups of wizards known as "Snatchers" that worked directly under the Ministry of Magic, seizing wizards and witches that were not pure bloods.

Y/N: They're still doing this bullshit? Jesus, I thought that after Umbridge's death this whole idiocy about pure bloods and what not would be over.
He complained, facepalming.
Hermione sighed.
Hermione: No matter what we do, this idiocy will never be over. The concept of pure blood is far too rooted in everyone's minds.
She said, as Y/N handed her wand back to her, and followed Ron and Harry back inside the tent.

Ron: Oh, Y/N told me about your wand, Harry. You're lucky, mate. I managed to steal a few after my last encounter with a group of Snatchers.
He said cheerfully, rummaging in his backpack, and grabbing a bunch of Wands.

Y/N: You're not planning on opening a secret dealership of stolen wands, right? Well, not that someone would even stop you, at this point, since the Ministry's gone to the dogs quite literally.
He said, making both Harry and Ron snicker mischievously.

Ron: The idea does sound appealing, though.
He said jokingly, as Harry just grabbed one of the wands.

He pointed it towards a glass jar containing a small flame. Hermione had conjured it to keep them warm during the night.
Harry: Engorgio.
He mumbled, as the flame suddenly increased in height, shocking the three of them.
Harry: Reducio!
He shouted, making the flame go back to normal.

Ron sighed in relief, as Hermione made her way inside the tent.
Y/N looked at Harry.
Y/N: I didn't know you had it in you, Harry. You're starting to become an arsonist too?
He said jokingly, as Hermione smacked the back of his head.
Y/N: Ow.
He said, as she simply rolled her eyes.

Y/N: Okay, I have an announcement to make.
He said dramatically, in order to get everyone's attention.

Y/N: I've been thinking about this for a while, now. That symbol we've found in your book, and in the letter... I know I told you we could focus on it after we were done destroying the Horcruxes. But I'm just too curious about it. I keep thinking about it all the time, it's like it lives rent free in my head all the time.
He said, to which Hermione nodded.

Hermione: I'd be lying, if I told you I haven't been thinking about it too.
She said, sighing.

Ron looked at them in confusion.
Ron: Uhm... What are you guys talking about?
He asked.

Hermione simply rolled her eyes, ignoring him.
Y/N: I want to know what it means, and I believe you feel the same way.
He said, as both Harry and Hermione nodded.

Harry: I'd say it's worth a shot. We still have to find the next Horcrux, and for all we know, it may even lead us towards the right direction.
He said hopefully.

Y/N: It's kinda hard to explain, but... I feel some sort of connection to them. Ignotus and Claudius Peverell, that is. Whoever they are.
He said slowly.

Ron suddenly got up.
Ron: I actually think it's a great idea.
He suddenly said, causing the three of them to look at him.

Hermione and Y/N looked at each other, raising a brow, before turning to look back at Ron.
Hermione: Fine. But I don't want this to turn out like Godric's Hollow.
She said, as Harry and Y/N nodded vehemently.
Harry&Y/N: Neither do I.
They both said in unison.

After some days spent planning everything meticulously, the Quartet was finally ready to visit Xenophilius Lovegood.

Y/N felt a little excited at the idea of meeting Luna after so much time.

As they walked towards the house, Y/N looked around in amazement, while Ron tried his best not to cringe.

They pushed the gates open, and walked towards the door. Harry gently knocked on it, and they all patiently waited, until it opened, and a tall man with long, messy white hair stood in front of them. He had a disheveled appearance, and looked as if he hadn't seen a bed in weeks.

He eyes each of them, before fixing his gaze on Harry.
Xenophilius: Who are you? What do you want from me?
He asked bluntly.

They all exchanged a glance, as Harry spoke again.
Harry: Hi, Mister Lovegood. I'm Harry, Harry Potter. I was wondering if we could exchange a few words with you?
He asked, smiling a little.

Xenophilius eyed all of them again.
Xenophilius: I... Sure, sure. Please come in.
He said, moving to the side to let them in. He led them upstairs, in a living room of sorts, and then, he came back a few moments later, holding a silvery trail with 4 cups of what looked like tea.

They all sat down, awkwardly looking at each other, while sipping some tea.
Y/N had to refrain himself from spitting it out. It tasted horrible.

As he raised his gaze, he noticed that Xenophilius was staring intently at him, and he could see the wheels turning in his head. Looking closely, he could see a sinister glint in his eyes, and he didn't like it at all.

Xenophilius: And... Who might you be, boy?
He asked, his eyes never leaving Y/N's face.

Harry: Oh, he's Y/N. He's my twin.
He said, smiling a little.
Xenophilius: I see.
He simply said, taking another sip from his cup.

Hermione: Is Luna home?
She suddenly asked.
Xenophilius tensed up a little, but tried to dissimulate it.
Xenophilius: Oh, she'll be back soon.
He said, smiling a little.

Y/N decided to go straight to the point, and rummaged in his pocket, taking out a drawing of the symbol, and showed it to Xenophilius.
Y/N: Can you tell us what this is?
He asked.

Xenophilius: Why, that's the symbol of the Deathly Hallows, of course.
He said, as if it was the most obvious thing in the world.

They all deadpanned at him.
Harry,Ron, Hermione&Y/N: The what?
They all said in unison, clearly confused.
Xenophilius: The symbol of the Deathly Hallows. Everyone knows it. I suppose you all are familiar with "The Tale of the 4 Brothers", right?
He asked, taking another sip from his cup.

Harry, Y/N and Hermione shook their heads, while Ron was the only one who nodded.

Hermione: Uhm, actually, I do have it here.
She said, suddenly remembering about the book, as she rummaged through her purse, and took out the "Tales of Beedle the Bard".

Xenophilius smiled.
Xenophilius: That's good, that's good. You will surely understand it better, if you read the story.
He said, looking at them.
Xenophilius: Ready when you are, Miss.
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