"You will never become the greatest wizard! The only wizard truly worthy of that title is Dumbledore! In just a few short days, once the Mandrakes are fully matured, everyone who was petrified will wake up. And your scheming will ultimately come to nothing and vanish into thin air!" Harry spoke at a rapid pace, his breathing growing increasingly hurried as his emotions surged.
"Did I not make myself clear to you? Those Mudbloods are no longer of any importance to me; over these past few months, my new target has become you." The smile that had previously hung on Riddle's face slowly faded away until it vanished entirely, replaced by a look of utter disdain and contempt. He sneered, "Dumbledore... Heh—with nothing more than a scrap of memory, I easily banished him from this castle."
"He will never leave for good, because there are still people here who remain loyal to him." Harry stared unflinchingly straight into Riddle's eyes, replying with absolute firmness.
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