The threat to Harry's friends struck home. If Harry, who was pretty much trapped as Fleur, acted out too much, it would be his friends that would get hurt. While the new Fleur didn't mind being herself, it was very pleasant too be a gorgeous, intelligent and highly talented young woman, she very much did mind being under an insane witch's control. But what could she do? Bellatrix was ruthless, she certainly wouldn't hesitate to torture Harry's friends.
And regardless whether it was Fleur's or Harry's personality that was more engaged both were loyal to their friends.
"Look at the time! I'd say I better hurry and get changed, don't you agree, Fleur?" Bellatrix, still looking like Luna, beamed at her captive. Not waiting for an answer, the impish blonde girl started to undress. "I can't wait to see how your former body will feel. Haven't tried any I didn't need before, you know?"
"Voldemort is gone and the Death Eaters have lost. Why can't you just leave us in peace? And stay away from my body, too!" The last part was spoken loudly, but with little conviction. While Fleur really didn't want Bellatrix to be Harry Potter, she would prefer to stay herself, at least for a bit.
"Don't say his name! He may have squandered our greatest chance yet, but he also made it possible! And we haven't lost anything but our leader. So many of us are still out there, biding their time."
Fleur could feel the magic in the compulsion working for the very first time. It had never felt so powerful before. She must have hit a nerve there. It also explained why there was no special formula or wand waving involved in the compulsion. Only when Bellatrix truly wanted Fleur to obey, would it work. For a moment she was impressed by the artistry of the charm. After calming down a bit, Bellatrix continued.
"You are only allowed to say his name, when it would attract attention to not do so." Clearly Luna's mind at work. "And do you really want to turn back into Harry Potter? I would allow you to, you know. Without a wand I can easily force you into any other skin. How about your pet mudblood? Or one of the Weasleys, make that 'other' Weasleys?"
Not trusting her voice, Fleur quickly shook her head. She told herself it was to protect her own family and Hermione, but a part of her knew that she really wanted to stay herself. She wasn't fooling Bellatrix, however, who only smirked at her victim.
Without another word the manic witch took of her clothes. Fleur's eyes followed the blonde's every movement. Luna was a pretty witch. Most of the wounds from imprisonment were gone, probably been fake back then, but maybe not. Fleur enjoyed the sight but she mainly saw a ch1ld on her way to womanhood.
Wait, she enjoyed looking at another woman? Were those Harry's preferences? After some thinking, without taking her eyes off of Luna, she comes to the conclusion that it is mostly Harry. But not completely.
She was so absorbed in thought, trying to separate her egos, that she barely noticed Luna's skin opening. But open it did and a beauty with luxurious raven black hair came out of it.
Fleur didn't understand. Bellatrix never looked this healthy, not after her stay in Azkaban. And she didn't look like she was just in good health. She was gorgeous! Not quite as breathtaking as Fleur, but she was part Veela. And damn if she didn't enjoy the view. Unfortunately this didn't go unnoticed.
"My, my, I wonder who it is that can't get enough of me. Is it the horny teenager boy or is it the perverted Veela woman? These potions really helped me get back my beauty. Such a shame that my fake had to stay as everyone expected. Anyway, I wonder whether a part Veela is as sensitive as a real one. Now don't you resist."
Bellatrix sauntered over to the still seated Fleur. The younger woman was so embarrassed, she wouldn't have moved if she could. Embarrassed at being caught starring, at lusting after another woman.... especially this woman!
Bella softly cupped Fleur's face with one hand while she was caressing her with the other. The blonde couldn't contain the blush, but fought the urge down to lean into the touch. Damn her boy-thoughts for wanting to do this woman! A chuckle brought her back to the now. Bellatrix smiled broadly and kissed the younger woman. No chaste peck, either. A long and deep kiss, that left the blonde breathless.
Before Fleur could gather herself Bellatrix turned around and made to exit the room. "There is more where this came from. Wait here and stay yourself." Was the last thing she said before she was gone. And for a very brief moment Fleur thought that this might not be so bad, before brutally stamping down on the idea and remembering what the insane bitch had planned. This was really a dangerous combination for Fleur. She was very sensitive and it was usually gallant William who pushed all her buttons. But there was still a part of her that was Harry and combined with her own curiosity, it really gave Bellatrix too much 'leverage'.
Bellatrix was now on her way to become Harry Potter and start her mad scheme. Fleur was running through ideas. She needed to tell someone once she was out recruiting. Maybe Bellatrix would choose wrong, or better yet give Fleur a bit of independence in who to choose. She didn't want to endanger her friends but she couldn't just submit to the crazy bitch. Maybe if she played along, gave a little bit of ground over time. Not too suddedn, Bellatrix would never fall for a fast convert. But gradually... and once her taskmaster gave her enough leeway it would all be over.
She heard someone coming and looked to the door. There he was, Harry Potter dressed in well fitting but inconspicuous robes. The eyes as dazzling as everyone described, though the scar was far less prominent now that Voldemort's Horcrux wasn't there anymore.
"Well? Do I look okay? I hope Bill doesn't mind me coming over." Tone, gestures and facial expression were spot on, even if he talked a bit differently. Fleur felt surprisingly little in seeing her former body.
"You look like you." She couldn't bring herself to say more.
"Eh. Close enough. Anyway, while I'm gone I want you to look around in the warehouse. You need to know where which skin is. Also prepare the little 'ambush' for the soon-to-be Luna. Stun her once I have her distracted. Don't leave the warehouse. And generally, don't contact others without my approval, don't alert others when you see someone. Act like Fleur Weasley. And never tell anyone that I am Bellatrix. I am Harry Potter now."
Fleur gave a defeated nod. Better start now with the acting. "Yes, Harry."
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