[HPforGrownups] Re: Harry saved from AK by his mother

[Peter and Denise Clements]

No: HPFGUIDX 42073


Audrey wrote:

> Hello everyone.  I am new to these lists and have been lurking for a
> couple of weeks too intimidated to step in until now.  Forgive me if
> I repeat thoughts that have already been covered.  I've tried to
> search the archive but it is overwhelming to say the least.

Now me:
 I agree re the archives.
Loved your theory up to and including this bit

> A lot of mention has been made of the triumphant gleam in
> Dumbledore's eyes that is mentioned near the end of GoF
>
> What if Dumbledore's gleam is not because of Voldemort's actions that
> Harry is relating but because of Voldemort's words?  What if the
> important thing is that Voldemort still believe's Lily's sacrifice
> was THE reason Harry survived?  I would have a gleam of triumph too
> if I had kept my world's greatest enemy obsessing over a red herring
> (or in this case a red Harry?) <g> for thirteen years.  It would also
> mean that Snape's cover might hold up.  It might not be easy for him
> to get back in the good graces but at least it COULD be possible.
>

Now me again
I always thought that thie gleam was just rivalry. Even rivals will
acknowledge brilliance. Imagine Dumbledore and Voldemort playing chess,
Voldie makes a fantastic unexpected move and Dumbledore glances across the
table with a look that could possibly be admiration. I  know I haven't
explained myself well but you'll all work it out. You can take the blindfold
off now Audrey, well thought out theory .. I like it :0)

Denise