Ginny
Chapter 4 of 8
White EyebrowIn the beginning was the word...
Chapter 4
Ginny
I AM
Ginny bolted upright, grabbing her forehead. It felt like someone had driven a railroad spike into her brain. Her teeth clenched so hard that tears started to stream out of the corners of her eyes. Paralyzed, she had no choice but to bear it.
It would be several minutes before the pulses of pain lessened to a degree that allowed her to think straight. The reprieve was short lived, however, as the pain in her head was replaced with a sudden wave of nausea. She threw off the covers and hurried to the loo, making it to the toilet just in time.
She flushed the contents of her stomach away and proceeded to rinse her mouth in the sink. It felt good to splash some cool water on her face. She naturally looked into the mirror above the sink and gasped in terror when the reflection she regarded was that of a young man with deathly eyes. She lost her balance and stumbled backward, slamming into the opposite wall.
"Fuck!"
She rose slowly to her feet, massaging her shoulder, and defiantly looked into the mirror again. She saw her face and sighed in relief—then laughed at her own expense. She exited the loo, smiling and embarrassed, when she stepped on her book. She must have dozed off while reading it because it was still opened on where she left off. She picked it up and carefully folded the page that marked her spot—folding inward toward the spine.
I AM
She massaged her forehead, still finding it difficult to concentrate, and convinced herself that the strange sound was an artifact of the wind whistling through the half-open window. She glanced at the clock. It was well after midnight, yet she wasn't sleepy. Rather, she felt compelled leave her room. She opened the door and ventured out, wearing nothing but her gown.
The hallway was bare; the nurse on duty was not at her station, so Ginny felt emboldened to explore more of the hospital, all the while searching for the source of the mysterious sound:
I AM
She found herself at the entrance of a thick aqua-green door that was in desperate need of a fresh coat of paint. In spite of her misgivings, she went inside.
The hiss of the airbrake at the door's closing was deafening given the dim quiet confines of room. Shuddering, she hugged her chest and looked to her bare feet as she walked on the cold floor.
I AM
She stopped and took notice of the array of square lockers that lined the right side of the room stacked four rows high. She reached out and grabbed the handle of the one that gave her pause—locker number seven.
She pulled the slab out of the wall, begetting a long protracted creak.
A white sheet was draped over a still form atop the slab. Like a moth to a flame, Ginny was drawn to see who, or what, was under the sheet. She whipped the cover off, and her heart raced when she recognized the body with its serpentine features.
"Voldemort," she whispered.
Was it real? She cautiously neared and gently poked his chest with her finger. The last time she stood this close to the Dark Lord was after the Great Battle, when she oversaw the group that had removed his fallen body from the main hall. Looking upon him again, she was just as sure now that Lord Voldemort was dead.
I AM
She heard an odd sound of skin slapping against skin. Her eyes darted to the source to see that the corpse had grabbed her arm. It took her several seconds to process what was happening—hastened by the fact that its grip was tightening. She struggled to pull herself free, but her strength was useless.
I AM
In a panic, Ginny drew in as much air as her lungs could manage and screamed as she never had before.
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19 Reviews | 9.47/10 Average
What was that "Muffliato" at the end for? I thought she lost the baby?
It's been a splendid, believable, zappy story... unfortunately, your proof-reader should know it's "discreet" not "discrete".
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
...your proof-reader should know it's "discreet" not "discrete".Thanks for catching that; it's been fixed.What was that "Muffliato" at the end for?She didn't want anyone to hear her grieving. This makes sense given the picture I've painted of her character, being a prideful Gryffindor, not to mention the only girl raised around a bunch of older brothers. Sometimes we all need a private moment, don't you agree?
Profound and powerful, love how you explored and fleshed out these characters in such an intimate and very *human* intriguing way. Excellent, engaging work! Can't wait for either more of this tale (there could be a sequel of sorts...?), or of course, more of Moody!
I feel for Ginny, losing her first baby is tragic, but I think she would have always have been watching for signs of Riddle had she gone to term.
If Bunbley is trying to heal Ginny's soul, Voldermort is not going to like it.
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
I think Bunbley's response would be, "bring it on, human!" 
Wow, you promised creepy, and you do not disappoint. 
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
Thanks. I'll try to crank up the creepy.
How can Lucius help to start the madness all over again, he lost his wife, his son, his magic, and his selfrespect in the last war. The old saying is right, never leave someone with nothing to lose, it makes them very dangerous, now Lucius is more dangerous than he ever was.
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
Indeed he is.
Mmm, brilliant twists and turns! ove the fleshing out of Tom Riddle, Ginny's strengths and defiance, and again, her strength and will, and Lucius' careful but resilient act of defiance--who'd thought it?
And the chilling cliffie... great chapter!
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
I always thought that Tom, being the primary antagonist, never got his moment to shine: he desereved a Shakesperian death. I wanted to give him his "To be, or not to be" moment. 
Mmmm, fascinating and mesmerising trance--'patient heal thyself'--soemthing has opened inside her, an unforseen strength, power? great chapter!
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
I always thought Ginny was a fighter (she'd have to be considering how she grew up.) But, alas, we know so very little about her. I was intrigued to do this character study of her and came away with her being one of my favorite characters (behind Alastor Moody, that is. 
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Response from nagandsev (Reviewer)
Alaster Moody--oh, yes! I'll slyly not mention Prisoner of Hope and that I can't wait for your next chapter of that--ooops! hehe! Seriously, looking forward to more of your work on whichever character you will be kind enough to gift us with!
ooh, I don't think prodding and poking into the depths of Ginny/Voldemort's mind is going to fair well for Bunbley, no matter how skilled a Healer he may be *biting nails* great chapter!
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
I get the impression that Bunbley is too stubborn to know better. 
I love this--love the depiction of possession; the connection of and power connecting them together through all the time and space and (Dark) magic... Truly enjoy your refreshing take and depiction between them, as I've always felt the treatment of Voldemort possessing Ginevera was lightly tossed aside--as if being possessed by one of the greatest Dark Lord's wouldn't have left a lingering trace on any level. I'll stop ranting--just want to say that I enjoy the powerful, provocative tale and your wonderful writing, as always!
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
Ha, ha thanks. I was trying to write this tale in a French style of horror that I've never encountered before. After so much research, I hope I was able to pull it off on some level.
Oooh, brilliant! Sneaky, clever, desperate, slippery Slytherin(s)! HA! Deeply enjoyed this slip of a powerful force still thriving in the midst of a Tom Riddle Exhibit--wonderful!
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
Thanks. I was surprised to find out that the Ginny-as-Horcurx theory was such a controversial topic in fannon. I did my best to make if feasible for the nay-sayers.
Love Luna and George (these two would definitely have a wonderful quirky chemistry between them, having unique perceptions of others), and love something insidious lingering around, on or in Ginny... Great chapter!
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
Yea, I regret I didn't have more for them to do, but I wanted this tale to move pretty fast.
Mmmm. this is brilliant. Just brilliant. Love this unique take on evil incarnate in an irresistable *shell*, and Lucius--putty in the Dark Lord's palm, as slippery and willing as ever, eh? Brilliant, and your writing is a luscious and delectable as always, White Eyebrow!
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
Thanks. You can knock Voldy down, but the trick is getting him to stay down. 
Wow Tom really loves the sound of his own voice doesn't he. Lucius is not so sunk in self pity as we thought, and Ginny is a true daughter of Griffindor.
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
Yea, I was surprised those three had good chemistry together. Made it tempting to write a longer tale. 
I love your characterization of Voldemort. You made him more complete, more three dimensional than JKR. And his monologuing was very entertaining. Reminded me of a twenty-first century Jim Moriarty, a man in love with his voice and himself. Excellent!
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
Hmm, It didn't occur to me until you pointed it out, but he did come off very Moriarty-ish, didn't he?
There is a lot of truth in Ginny's nightmare, I just hope she can figure it out before it's to late.
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
Me too.... 
I like where you are going with Luna and George, but Ginny is in all kinds of trouble.
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
Yea, Ginny always snuck under the radar.
A very creepy start, looking forward to more.
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
Thanks, hopefully it'll get even more creepy.
Ooooh! Lucius' uninvited guest(s) give(s) me the creeps! *shivers* And I mean that in the best possible way. You set a tense and intriguing mood in this new story. I look forward to reading how (if?) evil will prevail in this brave new post-war world. Well done, White Eyebrow!
Response from White Eyebrow (Author of Lexis Logos Lord)
Thank you very much! I'll try not to disappoint. 