"No, my Lord, don't, don't go, my Lord!"
The Dark Lord turned, transforming into black mist and vanishing in an instant. Severus tried to pursue him, but he had no idea where he had gone.
At last, the Order of the Phoenix withdrew. Severus transformed into black mist and descended into the valley, landing upon the path, stumbling as he walked through the ruined, desolate landscape.
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