Post by Admin on Aug 24, 2020 3:26:00 GMT
An Encounter with a Shadow
(OOC: Combined threads from the previous site)
David Valentine leaned against one of the huge granite pillars at Kings Cross Station, Platform 9 3/4 as the train slowly approached. He took a deep breath, letting the steam from the Engine fill his lungs.
Valentine's choice of attire that day was a little outside his norm, but it was rapidly becoming his new style. He wore black boots with zippers on the inside for easy on and off, dark blue jeans, black shirt, and a black leather jacket.
Night was swiftly approaching and a chill was quick to settle on the inhabitants of the Platform, mostly parents or guardians there to pick up their children.
He wasn't worried about the guard cause underneath his shirt was a bulletproof vest(military issue), and he wore a shoulder holster for his Glock Pistol. Sometimes he liked to kill the Muggle way as it was just more gratifying.
The train came to a slow stop at the station and the girl Valentine was waiting for got off the train amidst a group of other giggling girls, though she didn't look part of the group. His assumptions were confirmed when she quickly detached herself from them and went to sit down by the entrance. Val inwardly grinned as he realized that so far things were going according to plan, Her pick-up Seth Wright still had not shown up yet. Good.
He leaned forward off the pillar and walked toward the girl and the bench she sat on. "Excuse me, but is this seat taken?" He didn't wait for an answer and sat down next to her anyway. He seemed pleasant enough, but the young untrained witch didn't hear the venom dripping from his words as he thought, She's the last. Every Auror on the team that wiped out my family has not only lost their own lives but most lived only long enough to see their whole lines destroyed. Their sons, daughters, wives, husbands, parents, grandparents are all dead and by my hand.
David Valentine couldn't help but realize the irony of the situation. His whole life to this point could end in the space of a second. His family's ticket out of purgatory sat right next to him, but he couldn't help but think that he could be doing more, Killing her would be too quick, too simple. No, I want to toy with her first. Get inside her head and see what I could find.
He took his wand out and twirled it in circles in his fingers.Who knows, I just might find a reason to spare her life, though if I do...then...well...by the time I am done...Tia Andreas...will wish...she had died that night when I killed her mother.He appeared uninterested in her, but in actuality was observing everything she did. He faked a shiver, "Cold today."
Tia answered, "Not really. You get use to it." The Dark Wizard watched as Tia reach for her pendent to relax herself. I am making her nervous. Could she be remembering that night? If you do young one, well then... Your fate is sealed...Can't have witnesses...now can I?
Tia stood up. Valentine didn't see the old man who was her ride there yet and if things kept going according to plan, Seth Wright wouldn't be there for awhile yet. That's what happens when you go out to the driveway and find that your car has no tires., David smiled at his handiwork. The poor man could have apparated, but David wasn't expecting him anytime soon.Not if McBurr does his job!
"Tia, don't leave. It's dangerous out there on your own.", with concern for her filled his voice. He stared at the girl while he waited for her to turn around in what he assumed would be shock or disbelief, as he thought, After all, she must be wondering...how did I know her name?
As he thought quickly,What kind of questions will you ask my dear? I know enough about your family that answering them should be no problem. In fact, if you ask the right questions, I might just have my reason for not ending your torment tonight. Yes, if I gain your trust then I might just be able to mess with your head and turn you into my little puppet? Then my dear, I will slowly turn you against everything that your father believed in...who knows...I might even be able to find the only name I never got...The Auror that planned...that assault in America...If so...then it will be so much fun to watch as you are made to kill him or her...Soon I will know which of my plans is your fate...Let the games begin!
She said aloud, " How do you know that name? Who are you Mister?" Tia knew she was drawing attention to them. She wanted to get Seth's friend to look this way. This man had better have some good answers.
David Valentine smiled. The girl isn't dumb, that's for sure. Trying to get someone's attention was smart. The girl has moxy. I just can't allow any to interfere in our little game, my dear...though I am liking your spirit...so far plan B seems to be your fate...that is as long as you are no real threat to me. With a wave of his wand, he cast a spell that secluded the little area they were in. No one could hear what they were saying and that included if she started yelling, which he didn't plan on her to do.
"Well, let's just say that me and your father met a long time ago. You're so grown up now." He produced a picture out of his pocket. "This picture was taken when you were just born I think." He showed it to Tia and it was a picture of her mother in a hospital gown with a small babe in her arms.
" I am sorry but Marcus taught me to be careful of people using that name." Tia looked at the picture and finally saw what Mrs. Wright said to her was true. She did look like her mom.
Obviously, Valentine had found the picture in the coat pocket of her father's cursed and immobilized body the night he set his death date. "I know he is dead now. I"m sorry for your losses. I speak of the deaths of your mother and brother also. Where are you staying now?"
Turning back to the man she said with glossy eyes, "I don't remember her or my father at all. I have lived at St. Francis Orphanage since I was about two." ,Tia told her father's old friend. "That is where Marcus found me when I was eight. He never said we were related; Even though he told me other things. He always seemed protective of me though. He taught me things too. He taught me how to play chess. Marcus always said, 'Life was like a chess game. Know your opponent and plan accordingly.' Was that a family motto? How do you know my dad? You and my dad must of been close for him to give you a picture of me and mom? Do you have any of Marcus and my dad?"
He smiled. "Ahh, Marcus. He was a fighter that one. Always protecting others. Never looking out for his own self." He repressed the urge to add,And that my dear sweet naïve girl proved to be his downfall. If it hadn't gotten back to me that the boy was going to break our deal...well let's just say I couldn't have him being a threat."It would make sense that he protected you. And you certainly have a lot of questions, most of which I cannot answer. I am sorry, though I will answer what I can."
He sat up on the bench. "I have only that picture as it fell on the ground during the last time I worked near your father. I never got the chance to give it back as he was cursed that same day." He looked down in a mock gesture of respect. "My job at the American Ministry was undercover work. I was always on the other side working with the bad guys but I was secretly a Minstry Auror. Your father was an anomaly as He was my only friend and yet he had to keep my very existence a secret."
Tia said a little shyly, "When you said, not to leave, that it was dangerous out there. I had not been getting up to leave. See that guard over there, he's name is Troy. He is an old friend of my godfather's. I was going to ask him if he had seen him? My godfather Seth is late in picking me up, which is something that has never happened before. Now that I know about you maybe we can both go ask him?"
"We could, but I'll stay here with you until Seth gets here. It's up to you." He was pretty sure that there were no wanted posters up if him anywhere so he wasn't worried about the man recognizing him as a Seven member. So, Troy Spellman is a guard here...well if he remembers that night...his days are numbered...It all depends...on whether...I find him... a threat...or...just somebody... I can play with...
She started talking again, "The lady that runs the Orphanage worked for my father right? She changed my name when I was little to Tocanema Tia Spellman. Marcus said something about her owling his dad. What I can't figure out is why did they hide my past from me? Why did they keep my history a secret from me? Do you know why?" He watched as Tia started messing with her pendent.
Smiling as he thought, So even the Squib has kept silent...Excellent! Yes, my sweet child, I know what they were hoping...Their silence...has kept you safe...Though now it will also give me a weapon as well as the hold over them. To the young girl he said calmly, “No, all your dad told me was that the Wright's were honor bound to protect your family. I can help you figure out what they are hiding, who knows they might have hidden it from Marcus as well. That is if you still want to find out, Tia? It might be better not knowing!”
She realized he had not answered her other question. So she asked it again, " Sir, what is your name? I can't keep calling you Mister. Especially if you are going to help me find out about my past?”
Valentine smiled as he nodded, “Your dad called me David. Tia maybe it would be better at least until we understand Seth's secrecy, not to mention me? If he can kept things from you maybe you should keep things from him...but it's your choice.”
“I don't know what could be keeping Seth. He should have been here hours ago. Him and my dad go way back too. Seth told me one time that him and my dad work together in America." Tia started messing with her pendent because she could not figure out what was keeping Seth.
The girl's words sent Val's mind spinning as he realized, Could Seth be the one that name was never listed? Could the one I despise the most have been under my nose all this time? If he is then I plan to make his life miserable...as I Destroy Him! Thanks my dear...what other secrets do you have? It is Plan B for you my dear as now you my dear pawn will be the tool I use to destroy your godfather...Yes...I have just the plan to make Seth Wright wish he never heard the name Valentine!
He saw that her leg had started to bleed. "Tia? Are you okay? Your leg was just bleeding."
Tia said looking down at her leg, "Oh, that. It is from a long time scar. It should stop soon."
Grabbing something out of her robe she tied it on her leg to stop the bleeding.
Looking at him she said shyly, " I'm going to ask Troy if he knows what is taking Seth so long? Will you come with me? I don't know Troy all that well."
When they talked to Troy, they found out that Seth had owled Troy with the delay. Val had found a note addressed to the guard. Valentine inward laughed as he read the note.So Seth has set a trap. The boy's instructions are for Tia to wait here until Seth and some other Aurors get here. Troy can't worry Tia though. Prefect! I love challenges...He listened as Troy told her as little as possible saying, “Tocanema, go back and sit down and wait for Seth. He should be arriving shortly. He was getting a ride with some friends."
The murderous look on Troy Spellman's face when the boy got a good look at his face made Valentine suppress a burst of mad laughter. {i}You think you can beat me boy...Your days are numbered as now I know you remember...But for now...I love watching you...Knowing that you can't do anything...but watch...{/i}The dark wizard would insure that the guard would realize just what was at stake as he casually placed his wand hand behind the young girl's back. This boy had protected Tia when she was two, Val was betting that the young girl was his insurance that the guard behaved. Especially since you don't know if it is just me or if I brought friends...
When they went back to the bench, he noticed that the girl was more worried then ever as she thought a little out loud, “All his tires missing? Something is not right.” She had looked over at Troy and saw that he was watching her and the man very closely. Val noticed that Troy's hand was now in his jacket.
The boy was making this way too easy as his actions had made Tia even more nervous. Val listened as she said quietly to herself with a worried look on her face, “What is going on? Troy never goes for his wand. At least he's not pulling it out, what could Troy be up to? Is he responsible for Seth not showing up? I have got to get out of here.”
The girl was starting to panic as Val watched her looking around for a way to get out of King's Cross without the guard seeing her.
In a whispering to him, she said scared, "I have got to get out of here. I think Troy might have set up trouble for Seth. He is a wizard who carries his wand in his jacket. The jacket he's reaching into now. Marcus taught me how to read people by watching them. I have watched Troy since we have sat back down. He is up to something and it is not something good. Look at his eyes, that is not love in his eyes, that's pure hatred. I have got to get out of here now! I think Troy might have lied to me about Seth coming. Will you help me? I don't know King's Cross or London all that well. All I know is there is a girl's restroom. It over there though."
Valentine listened as he realized that the girl had misread the situation. Excellent as now getting her away from here before those Aurors show will be so much easier. And as for the boy Troy well it's time to see what he is willing to do...To keep her safe...I might be able to insure his silence as I did Marcus? If not, then too bad for him...
He quickly scooped down and picked up the necklace that Tia had dropped. As he pocketed it, he realized that it might just come in handy. Saying to Tia with concern in his voice, "Yes, that's right. There is a girl's restroom over there around the corner. Walk as quickly as you can, like you are trying to contain your bladder, but don't look at Troy. I'll follow you and if need be stop him should he try something. I'll meet you at the side entrance on the other side in 3 minutes."
David Valentine watched her limp around the corner. Her leg was worse than she thought. He grinned as he thought, It is still bleeding and soon she will be too weak to escape. Troy will behave himself. Either way the girl is leaving with me so we can finish our chat...Whether I release her afterwards is up to them...It is time to have a chat with the boy and make things very clear to him.
He stood up and walked over to Troy. "Troy Spellman. Still preying on little girls? Take your hand out of your jacket before I curse it off." His wand was still in his hand, ready to block any spell flung at him.
"What are you playing at Valentine? You know Seth's coming and you're still here? I won't let you hurt her again." Troy said with hatred in his words hoping Tia would stay in the bathroom.
Val smiled as he insured that most of their talk would remain private saying, “And how boy are you going to stop me? I have special plans for her...Plans, I have no intention of letting you Boy ruin yet again!”
Troy said to Valentine, " Valentine, I hope you are not thinking of leaving here with her."
The Shadow just gave a sly grin as he whispered in Troy's ear, “Would you rather her die instead or did you forget her leg? It's bleeding again you know.”
Looking to where he hoped Tia was he said, "Valentine, what were you thinking? As soon as Seth gets here your little game is up. This time he will bring you down. Seth will also tell her about you. So what made you think of coming here alone?"
Valentine watched as the realization hit Troy face, “Ah, you finally understand Boy. The girl trusts me and as long as that continues, I see no reason for her death. You on the other hand have already shown that you remember me. As such, I should kill you but I can be willing to change my plans. Maybe be even willing to risk releasing her after me and Tia chat...What do you say Troy?”
He watched as the boy removed his hand from the jacket's pocket and laid it down on the pocket still semi-touching his wand.
“I don't know how you got her trust, Valentine? But Seth will be here very soon and your little charade will be up. So I will ask you again. What game are you playing this time Valentine?”,Troy asked a little more louder.
Shadow smiled as he said, “Troy, you see the guy that is standing behind little Tia? He is my Ace-In-The-Hole, if you just my drift! The thing is Troy...I have to admit that you have kept silent about that night all these years...The girl is no threat to me as long as she doesn't have no knowledge of that night...So I ask again, what do you say? Either way, she is leaving with me and my friends as I am not done chatting with her...Now if you are willing to play ball as the Muggles say? Then I see no reason for Seth to find you dead...let alone her!”
The dark wizard inwardly laughed as the guard said with a tone of defeat, “What do I have to do?”
Shadow smiled as he put his hand on Troy's shoulder as he said, “I knew you would play ball...The deal is simple...Keep Silent about what you know...Not just to her but to anyone! Understand Boy, you tell anybody about what you saw that night...or try to interfere and ...well let's just say...Game Over for Both of You! Understand?”
Watching the boy nod, the dark wizard continued, “Don't worry so much Troy. Do what I tell you and you will be able to keep that promise you made to your dad. Little Tia will stay breathing. For now, just be a good lad and deliver this to Seth when he shows.”
Before the boy could say anything, The Shadow thought the non-verbal full body bind spell. Bending down to pin the note to Troy's robe as he said in the boy's ear, “One day boy your usefulness will be at an end. Break our deal and Sweet Little Tia will die before then! Remember, I will know the minute you say anything.”
As he walked Tia out of the station David Valentine thoughts went to the note that soon his enemy would finally be reading, Planner, Let the Games Begin... I will be in touch! Valentine
(OOC: Combined threads from the previous site)
David Valentine leaned against one of the huge granite pillars at Kings Cross Station, Platform 9 3/4 as the train slowly approached. He took a deep breath, letting the steam from the Engine fill his lungs.
Valentine's choice of attire that day was a little outside his norm, but it was rapidly becoming his new style. He wore black boots with zippers on the inside for easy on and off, dark blue jeans, black shirt, and a black leather jacket.
Night was swiftly approaching and a chill was quick to settle on the inhabitants of the Platform, mostly parents or guardians there to pick up their children.
He wasn't worried about the guard cause underneath his shirt was a bulletproof vest(military issue), and he wore a shoulder holster for his Glock Pistol. Sometimes he liked to kill the Muggle way as it was just more gratifying.
The train came to a slow stop at the station and the girl Valentine was waiting for got off the train amidst a group of other giggling girls, though she didn't look part of the group. His assumptions were confirmed when she quickly detached herself from them and went to sit down by the entrance. Val inwardly grinned as he realized that so far things were going according to plan, Her pick-up Seth Wright still had not shown up yet. Good.
He leaned forward off the pillar and walked toward the girl and the bench she sat on. "Excuse me, but is this seat taken?" He didn't wait for an answer and sat down next to her anyway. He seemed pleasant enough, but the young untrained witch didn't hear the venom dripping from his words as he thought, She's the last. Every Auror on the team that wiped out my family has not only lost their own lives but most lived only long enough to see their whole lines destroyed. Their sons, daughters, wives, husbands, parents, grandparents are all dead and by my hand.
David Valentine couldn't help but realize the irony of the situation. His whole life to this point could end in the space of a second. His family's ticket out of purgatory sat right next to him, but he couldn't help but think that he could be doing more, Killing her would be too quick, too simple. No, I want to toy with her first. Get inside her head and see what I could find.
He took his wand out and twirled it in circles in his fingers.Who knows, I just might find a reason to spare her life, though if I do...then...well...by the time I am done...Tia Andreas...will wish...she had died that night when I killed her mother.He appeared uninterested in her, but in actuality was observing everything she did. He faked a shiver, "Cold today."
Tia answered, "Not really. You get use to it." The Dark Wizard watched as Tia reach for her pendent to relax herself. I am making her nervous. Could she be remembering that night? If you do young one, well then... Your fate is sealed...Can't have witnesses...now can I?
Tia stood up. Valentine didn't see the old man who was her ride there yet and if things kept going according to plan, Seth Wright wouldn't be there for awhile yet. That's what happens when you go out to the driveway and find that your car has no tires., David smiled at his handiwork. The poor man could have apparated, but David wasn't expecting him anytime soon.Not if McBurr does his job!
"Tia, don't leave. It's dangerous out there on your own.", with concern for her filled his voice. He stared at the girl while he waited for her to turn around in what he assumed would be shock or disbelief, as he thought, After all, she must be wondering...how did I know her name?
As he thought quickly,What kind of questions will you ask my dear? I know enough about your family that answering them should be no problem. In fact, if you ask the right questions, I might just have my reason for not ending your torment tonight. Yes, if I gain your trust then I might just be able to mess with your head and turn you into my little puppet? Then my dear, I will slowly turn you against everything that your father believed in...who knows...I might even be able to find the only name I never got...The Auror that planned...that assault in America...If so...then it will be so much fun to watch as you are made to kill him or her...Soon I will know which of my plans is your fate...Let the games begin!
She said aloud, " How do you know that name? Who are you Mister?" Tia knew she was drawing attention to them. She wanted to get Seth's friend to look this way. This man had better have some good answers.
David Valentine smiled. The girl isn't dumb, that's for sure. Trying to get someone's attention was smart. The girl has moxy. I just can't allow any to interfere in our little game, my dear...though I am liking your spirit...so far plan B seems to be your fate...that is as long as you are no real threat to me. With a wave of his wand, he cast a spell that secluded the little area they were in. No one could hear what they were saying and that included if she started yelling, which he didn't plan on her to do.
"Well, let's just say that me and your father met a long time ago. You're so grown up now." He produced a picture out of his pocket. "This picture was taken when you were just born I think." He showed it to Tia and it was a picture of her mother in a hospital gown with a small babe in her arms.
" I am sorry but Marcus taught me to be careful of people using that name." Tia looked at the picture and finally saw what Mrs. Wright said to her was true. She did look like her mom.
Obviously, Valentine had found the picture in the coat pocket of her father's cursed and immobilized body the night he set his death date. "I know he is dead now. I"m sorry for your losses. I speak of the deaths of your mother and brother also. Where are you staying now?"
Turning back to the man she said with glossy eyes, "I don't remember her or my father at all. I have lived at St. Francis Orphanage since I was about two." ,Tia told her father's old friend. "That is where Marcus found me when I was eight. He never said we were related; Even though he told me other things. He always seemed protective of me though. He taught me things too. He taught me how to play chess. Marcus always said, 'Life was like a chess game. Know your opponent and plan accordingly.' Was that a family motto? How do you know my dad? You and my dad must of been close for him to give you a picture of me and mom? Do you have any of Marcus and my dad?"
He smiled. "Ahh, Marcus. He was a fighter that one. Always protecting others. Never looking out for his own self." He repressed the urge to add,And that my dear sweet naïve girl proved to be his downfall. If it hadn't gotten back to me that the boy was going to break our deal...well let's just say I couldn't have him being a threat."It would make sense that he protected you. And you certainly have a lot of questions, most of which I cannot answer. I am sorry, though I will answer what I can."
He sat up on the bench. "I have only that picture as it fell on the ground during the last time I worked near your father. I never got the chance to give it back as he was cursed that same day." He looked down in a mock gesture of respect. "My job at the American Ministry was undercover work. I was always on the other side working with the bad guys but I was secretly a Minstry Auror. Your father was an anomaly as He was my only friend and yet he had to keep my very existence a secret."
Tia said a little shyly, "When you said, not to leave, that it was dangerous out there. I had not been getting up to leave. See that guard over there, he's name is Troy. He is an old friend of my godfather's. I was going to ask him if he had seen him? My godfather Seth is late in picking me up, which is something that has never happened before. Now that I know about you maybe we can both go ask him?"
"We could, but I'll stay here with you until Seth gets here. It's up to you." He was pretty sure that there were no wanted posters up if him anywhere so he wasn't worried about the man recognizing him as a Seven member. So, Troy Spellman is a guard here...well if he remembers that night...his days are numbered...It all depends...on whether...I find him... a threat...or...just somebody... I can play with...
She started talking again, "The lady that runs the Orphanage worked for my father right? She changed my name when I was little to Tocanema Tia Spellman. Marcus said something about her owling his dad. What I can't figure out is why did they hide my past from me? Why did they keep my history a secret from me? Do you know why?" He watched as Tia started messing with her pendent.
Smiling as he thought, So even the Squib has kept silent...Excellent! Yes, my sweet child, I know what they were hoping...Their silence...has kept you safe...Though now it will also give me a weapon as well as the hold over them. To the young girl he said calmly, “No, all your dad told me was that the Wright's were honor bound to protect your family. I can help you figure out what they are hiding, who knows they might have hidden it from Marcus as well. That is if you still want to find out, Tia? It might be better not knowing!”
She realized he had not answered her other question. So she asked it again, " Sir, what is your name? I can't keep calling you Mister. Especially if you are going to help me find out about my past?”
Valentine smiled as he nodded, “Your dad called me David. Tia maybe it would be better at least until we understand Seth's secrecy, not to mention me? If he can kept things from you maybe you should keep things from him...but it's your choice.”
“I don't know what could be keeping Seth. He should have been here hours ago. Him and my dad go way back too. Seth told me one time that him and my dad work together in America." Tia started messing with her pendent because she could not figure out what was keeping Seth.
The girl's words sent Val's mind spinning as he realized, Could Seth be the one that name was never listed? Could the one I despise the most have been under my nose all this time? If he is then I plan to make his life miserable...as I Destroy Him! Thanks my dear...what other secrets do you have? It is Plan B for you my dear as now you my dear pawn will be the tool I use to destroy your godfather...Yes...I have just the plan to make Seth Wright wish he never heard the name Valentine!
He saw that her leg had started to bleed. "Tia? Are you okay? Your leg was just bleeding."
Tia said looking down at her leg, "Oh, that. It is from a long time scar. It should stop soon."
Grabbing something out of her robe she tied it on her leg to stop the bleeding.
Looking at him she said shyly, " I'm going to ask Troy if he knows what is taking Seth so long? Will you come with me? I don't know Troy all that well."
When they talked to Troy, they found out that Seth had owled Troy with the delay. Val had found a note addressed to the guard. Valentine inward laughed as he read the note.So Seth has set a trap. The boy's instructions are for Tia to wait here until Seth and some other Aurors get here. Troy can't worry Tia though. Prefect! I love challenges...He listened as Troy told her as little as possible saying, “Tocanema, go back and sit down and wait for Seth. He should be arriving shortly. He was getting a ride with some friends."
The murderous look on Troy Spellman's face when the boy got a good look at his face made Valentine suppress a burst of mad laughter. {i}You think you can beat me boy...Your days are numbered as now I know you remember...But for now...I love watching you...Knowing that you can't do anything...but watch...{/i}The dark wizard would insure that the guard would realize just what was at stake as he casually placed his wand hand behind the young girl's back. This boy had protected Tia when she was two, Val was betting that the young girl was his insurance that the guard behaved. Especially since you don't know if it is just me or if I brought friends...
When they went back to the bench, he noticed that the girl was more worried then ever as she thought a little out loud, “All his tires missing? Something is not right.” She had looked over at Troy and saw that he was watching her and the man very closely. Val noticed that Troy's hand was now in his jacket.
The boy was making this way too easy as his actions had made Tia even more nervous. Val listened as she said quietly to herself with a worried look on her face, “What is going on? Troy never goes for his wand. At least he's not pulling it out, what could Troy be up to? Is he responsible for Seth not showing up? I have got to get out of here.”
The girl was starting to panic as Val watched her looking around for a way to get out of King's Cross without the guard seeing her.
In a whispering to him, she said scared, "I have got to get out of here. I think Troy might have set up trouble for Seth. He is a wizard who carries his wand in his jacket. The jacket he's reaching into now. Marcus taught me how to read people by watching them. I have watched Troy since we have sat back down. He is up to something and it is not something good. Look at his eyes, that is not love in his eyes, that's pure hatred. I have got to get out of here now! I think Troy might have lied to me about Seth coming. Will you help me? I don't know King's Cross or London all that well. All I know is there is a girl's restroom. It over there though."
Valentine listened as he realized that the girl had misread the situation. Excellent as now getting her away from here before those Aurors show will be so much easier. And as for the boy Troy well it's time to see what he is willing to do...To keep her safe...I might be able to insure his silence as I did Marcus? If not, then too bad for him...
He quickly scooped down and picked up the necklace that Tia had dropped. As he pocketed it, he realized that it might just come in handy. Saying to Tia with concern in his voice, "Yes, that's right. There is a girl's restroom over there around the corner. Walk as quickly as you can, like you are trying to contain your bladder, but don't look at Troy. I'll follow you and if need be stop him should he try something. I'll meet you at the side entrance on the other side in 3 minutes."
David Valentine watched her limp around the corner. Her leg was worse than she thought. He grinned as he thought, It is still bleeding and soon she will be too weak to escape. Troy will behave himself. Either way the girl is leaving with me so we can finish our chat...Whether I release her afterwards is up to them...It is time to have a chat with the boy and make things very clear to him.
He stood up and walked over to Troy. "Troy Spellman. Still preying on little girls? Take your hand out of your jacket before I curse it off." His wand was still in his hand, ready to block any spell flung at him.
"What are you playing at Valentine? You know Seth's coming and you're still here? I won't let you hurt her again." Troy said with hatred in his words hoping Tia would stay in the bathroom.
Val smiled as he insured that most of their talk would remain private saying, “And how boy are you going to stop me? I have special plans for her...Plans, I have no intention of letting you Boy ruin yet again!”
Troy said to Valentine, " Valentine, I hope you are not thinking of leaving here with her."
The Shadow just gave a sly grin as he whispered in Troy's ear, “Would you rather her die instead or did you forget her leg? It's bleeding again you know.”
Looking to where he hoped Tia was he said, "Valentine, what were you thinking? As soon as Seth gets here your little game is up. This time he will bring you down. Seth will also tell her about you. So what made you think of coming here alone?"
Valentine watched as the realization hit Troy face, “Ah, you finally understand Boy. The girl trusts me and as long as that continues, I see no reason for her death. You on the other hand have already shown that you remember me. As such, I should kill you but I can be willing to change my plans. Maybe be even willing to risk releasing her after me and Tia chat...What do you say Troy?”
He watched as the boy removed his hand from the jacket's pocket and laid it down on the pocket still semi-touching his wand.
“I don't know how you got her trust, Valentine? But Seth will be here very soon and your little charade will be up. So I will ask you again. What game are you playing this time Valentine?”,Troy asked a little more louder.
Shadow smiled as he said, “Troy, you see the guy that is standing behind little Tia? He is my Ace-In-The-Hole, if you just my drift! The thing is Troy...I have to admit that you have kept silent about that night all these years...The girl is no threat to me as long as she doesn't have no knowledge of that night...So I ask again, what do you say? Either way, she is leaving with me and my friends as I am not done chatting with her...Now if you are willing to play ball as the Muggles say? Then I see no reason for Seth to find you dead...let alone her!”
The dark wizard inwardly laughed as the guard said with a tone of defeat, “What do I have to do?”
Shadow smiled as he put his hand on Troy's shoulder as he said, “I knew you would play ball...The deal is simple...Keep Silent about what you know...Not just to her but to anyone! Understand Boy, you tell anybody about what you saw that night...or try to interfere and ...well let's just say...Game Over for Both of You! Understand?”
Watching the boy nod, the dark wizard continued, “Don't worry so much Troy. Do what I tell you and you will be able to keep that promise you made to your dad. Little Tia will stay breathing. For now, just be a good lad and deliver this to Seth when he shows.”
Before the boy could say anything, The Shadow thought the non-verbal full body bind spell. Bending down to pin the note to Troy's robe as he said in the boy's ear, “One day boy your usefulness will be at an end. Break our deal and Sweet Little Tia will die before then! Remember, I will know the minute you say anything.”
As he walked Tia out of the station David Valentine thoughts went to the note that soon his enemy would finally be reading, Planner, Let the Games Begin... I will be in touch! Valentine