"Lord."
Severus stepped across the chaotic ruins, dropping to one-half of his knee and bowing his head respectfully. He saw a group of Death Eaters with their backs to him, and at the very front stood a tall figure—none other than Lord Voldemort.
Lord Voldemort turned around, walking past the Death Eaters who flanked him. His wand-handle cane tapped lightly against the ground, his voice crisp and clear.
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