Chapter 1

(MAJOR REWRITE/COMPLETE) Harry Potter triumphed over Lord Voldemort in their final battle, but peace was short-lived. Though Voldemort was defeated, Harry felt a deep, withering wound inside-his life was still in danger. As a surviving Horcrux, Harry triggered events that tested his will to survive. He faced a grim fate: at what cost would Harry's strength and acceptance spare him?