4.Number Twelve, Grimmauld Place(140)

Chapter 4: Number Twelve, Grimmauld Place

Grimmauld Place is dark and filled with reminders of Sirius Black’s unhappy past. The house is in disrepair, cluttered with dark artifacts and magical pests. Harry learns more about the Order's efforts to monitor Voldemort and protect a mysterious weapon he seeks. The Ministry, under Cornelius Fudge, continues to deny Voldemort's return, leading to widespread misinformation and division. Harry’s frustration grows as he realizes the extent of the Ministry’s campaign against Dumbledore. Sirius shares his unhappiness and restlessness, feeling trapped in his family home. The atmosphere in Grimmauld Place is tense, with the Order working under constant threat. Despite these challenges, Harry finds comfort in the presence of his friends and the support of Sirius, though the weight of their collective mission looms large.