"So, according to the prophecy, Harry and Voldemort would eventually fight each other to the death, and only one of them would survive?"
After learning what the Prophecy Sphere contained, Sirius stared at Dumbledore in disbelief and said agitatedly, "How could Harry possibly defeat Voldemort? How could he do that?"
"You should have faith in Harry, Sirius," Dumbledore said calmly.
"Of course I believe in Harry, but even... this is..." Sirius drew a deep breath, suppressing his irritation and tangled emotions before asking, "Does Harry know already?"
"I've already told Harry. That boy is braver than you imagine," Dumbledore said with satisfaction.
"Harry has always been brave, just like James!" Sirius muttered. "Lately, Harry has become much more mature too, but... you must have a way, right?"
"Don't worry, Sirius. Harry still has a very good chance of defeating Voldemort," Dumbledore reassured him. "I'll help Harry as much as I can, teach him certain things, but that part must remain confidential."
"But I'm Harry's godfather. I can help too," Sirius said excitedly. "I can't just..."
"Some things need to remain secret. That is very important." Dumbledore looked Sirius in the eyes and said seriously, "Just as I told you about the prophecy, I hope you will keep it secret as well. Voldemort must never learn of it."
"I will," Sirius promised.
"Good..."
Just then, Dumbledore and Sirius both turned toward the fireplace, where green flames had erupted.
"Dumbledore, the Death Eaters have escaped."
Tonks stepped out of the fireplace and spoke anxiously.
"The Death Eaters escaped?"
Hearing the bad news, Sirius frowned. "How is that possible? In less than an hour, the Ministry of Magic let those Death Eaters get away? Are they all idiots?"
Tonks felt a little embarrassed, because she was a Ministry Auror, and those newly captured