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The shadows of the Hogwarts forest deepen over James's lifeless form. Blood soaks the earth beneath an ancient tree, the air vibrating with Severus's hatred. Snape, victorious in their duel, delivers a cold, cynical mockery to his fallen foe, poised to deliver the final strike. James, fading fast, tries to mask his terror and the shame of his defeat. But in that critical moment, reality tears open with a searing flash of white light. Someone has found them. Lily?