Chapter 9: Settling In
Albus Dumbledore was sitting in his office after the Hearing, and he was furious.
Somehow Harry had gotten ahold of his parents Wills and not only got Sirius his freedom, but stripped Dumbledore of his guardianship over the boy. He was certain he intercepted all Harry's mail coming from Gringotts to himself.
'How did the boy hear about the Wills then?' He thought, 'Did Sirius know about them?'
It didn't matter now that Harry left the Dursley's he could no longer be able to monitor him. Harry would be able to freely practice magic within Grimmauld Place without the Ministry knowing. There would be no way to know exactly what Sirius would teach the boy.
He sighed, "Oh where did this all go wrong?" he said to himself. He sat there for a moment thinking hard on how to fix this issue when the night edition of the Daily Prophet was dropped on his desk. Albus sighed and unrolled the newspaper and there plastered on the cover:
Sirius Black Exonerated
Peter Pettigrew Alive and Wanted
Albus Dumbledore's Competency in Question
Sirius Black was exonerated this morning in the long overdue trial he had never received twelve years ago. Information was brought to light by Head of the Department of Magical Law Enforcement, Amelia Bones, that proved Lord Black had been innocent the entire time. With the help of law wizard Edward 'Ted' Tonks, the evidence against Sirius Black evaporated, and the Wizengamot cleared him of all charges.
With proof that Peter Pettigrew was the one truly responsible for not only betraying the Potters but also for the deaths of the twelve muggles during the confrontation with Sirius Black on November 1st, 1981.
Black admitted that he, James Potter, and Peter Pettigrew were all unregistered animagi. This was how Black escaped Azkaban and he admitted the only reason he escaped was he learned, through a copy of the Daily Prophet provided to him by Cornelius Fudge himself, that Pettigrew was hiding in plain sight as the pet rat of Ronald Bilius Weasley. He had read that Young Ronald was currently attending Hogwarts where his godson Harry Potter was attending and escaped the next day to protect Harry.
Harry Potter himself was called to the stand and showed the court the memory of his confrontation with Black and Pettigrew where the former rat admitted to 'ratting' out the Potters to Voldemort. Pettigrew then escaped capture by transforming into his rat form and running into the Forbidden Forest. Pettigrew's Order of Merlin has since been revoked and he is now a wanted fugitive.
But Black's trial did not end there. After his acquittal Ted Tonks announced Black would like to petition the court to claim his rights as Harry Potter's Godfather, by Godfather Ritual, to become the boy's guardian.
This was immediately opposed by Albus Dumbledore who was Harry's guardian at the time. Ted Tonks then questioned Dumbledore asking him since he was Harry's guardian, "Then Harry must live with you?" Dumbledore refused to answer so Ted Tonks asked the boy himself. Harry immediately told the court "No." and that for the last 13 years he had lived with his muggle aunt and uncle.
This sent the court room into an uproar because as revealed by the previously read Wills, the late Potters STRICTLY STATED Harry was NEVER to be placed in the care of his mother's muggle sister and her husband, for they hated magic and would not love the boy. Harry then offered the court memories of his treatment at the hands of his relatives and this reporter was shocked to see a four year old Harry, wearing clothes not fit for a house elf, be struck with a frying pan by the boy's uncle. The court unanimously agreed to Black`s petition and he was given guardianship over Harry right then and there.
However this information has many asking, "Why would Dumbledore put the 'Boy who Lived' through such trauma after he lost his parents?" others are asking, "Is Headmaster Dumbledore even fit for the position at the prestigious school?"
We attempted to get a quote from Dumbledore after the hearing but he refused to comment. Harry Potter however had this to say, "I'm thankful to the Wizengamot for seeing the truth and exonerating Sirius. Not only that but fulfilling my godfather's request to allow him immediate guardianship over me is a godsend. I have wanted out of my aunt and uncles house since I was four and now I will be able to live happily with Sirius. This is definitely a dream come true."
Albus scowled at the paper and threw it into the fire, "Damn those blasted reporters." He snarled not sounding like the grandfatherly man he usually did, "It doesn't matter now I suppose." He said calming down, "The Tri-Wizard Tournament will be happening this year…I'm sure Tom will make a move then they will be crawling back begging for my help." He nodded then proceeded to resume some work to prepare for the Tournament.
Just as Harry promised the Dursleys, hours after the Hearing he had all his things packed and walked out the door of Number Four Privet Drive shouting, "See ya never!" as he closed the front door.
Sirius waited outside because Harry made him promise not to retaliate against them after what he had seen during the hearing. Sirius stayed outside as told, since had he saw them in person he would have beaten Vernon Dursley to a pulp.
The pair then apparated to Grimmauld Place, and had since been cleaning it to turn it into a proper home. They cleaned the bulk of the house, exterminating doxies and removing boggarts before hiring magical construction workers to renovate the home. Harry also gathered the Slytherin locket and after carefully storing it, he had Dobby deliver it to Ragnok for purging.
When Sirius heard the story of how his younger brother sacrificed his life to steal the locket and how Kreacher had been trying for years to destroy it, he cried. From then on Sirius was a bit nicer to Kreacher he even allowed the elf to keep the horrendous picture of Sirius's mother that screamed profanities every time someone came in, though it was removed from the entry way.
Remus joined them and assisted in making the house livable. Harry had been assigned Sirius's old bed room which was to his liking. Sirius took the master bedroom, while Remus went and took one of the many empty bedrooms.
A week later Hermione and her parents came by for a visit. Harry was excited to finally meet the dentists, "Pleasure to meet I'm Harry, Harry Potter." He said as he shook her father's hand.
"Daniel Granger." The man said as he shook Harry's hand while giving Sirius a stern expression.
Harry turned to Hermione's mother, "Emma Granger." She told Harry as she shook his hand. She then looked to Sirius, "When Hermione told me you were that dog she had found at the park I must say I was shocked."
"Madam please don't remind me…that was the most embarrassing moment of my life." Sirius said, his ears red.
The woman giggled, "Come now Mr. Black…you put up a fight." She smacked her husbands arm, "Stop glaring at him like that darling. He didn't want to be washed by me."
"If it makes you feel any better Mr. Granger I am of a different persuasion than yourself…the experience was not enjoyable for me." Sirius told him.
Daniel Granger raised an eyebrow, "So you're…gay?" he asked.
"Definitely." Sirius replied, "I've known since I was 13."
"Hmm," Daniel said eyeing Sirius sternly, "Alright then, I'll let it go this time."
Sirius let out a sigh of relief, "Thank you, it won't happen again I assure you. Now that I'm a free man there is no need for me to hide about as a dog anymore."
Harry and Hermione laughed about the awkward position Sirius had been in. Then pair then began looking over their homework together as the adults talked.
"My god Harry." Hermione said as she read over one of his essays, "They really had you messed up on those potions before." She sighed laying it down, "I might actually need to start worrying about you taking my top spot."
Harry laughed, "That's only my Transfiguration essay. Wait till you see my Ancient Runes essay." He grinned.
"Sweet Merlin Harry!" she exclaimed as she looked at the parchment in question that was seven inches longer than what it was supposed to be.
He laughed, "I have to prove to Professor Babbling I didn't change courses on a whim." He said.
"Well she will definitely not think that after seeing this." Hermione said, "I may need to add a few more inches to mine…I'm supposed to be the bookworm of the two of us you know."
Harry laughed, "Then what am I?" he inquired.
"The Jock?" Hermione said with a shrug which earned her a playful shove from Harry.
Days later Sirius received and invitation for him and Harry to join Fudge in his Box at the Quidditch World Cup. Sirius glowered at the invite, "He's trying to kiss my arse now that I have access to the Black Family fortune."
"True." Harry said, "But we still have to go, and I'd rather go with you than the Weasleys."
Sirius sigh, "Fine I'll accept then. What exactly is going to go on there again?"
"The Death Eaters will show up after the game and attack a muggle family nearby. I'd like to expose as many as I can…especially Lucius Malfoy." Harry said.
"So getting their masks off is your top priority?" Severus said having had joined them for the evening to go over planning and to look over Harry's potion's essay.
"And to make sure no major harm comes to the muggles, but yea." Harry said, "If we can expose them we can sever their ties to the Ministry in an instant."
"Hmmm that is exactly the sort of plan your mother would have thought of." Severus said, "Its nice to see you actually did inherit her wit."
"Well the Harry you knew before was doped up on potions that inhibited me for being my actual self." Harry said.
"Yes, he must be getting those potions from Molly Weasley because he's never asked me to brew them." Severus said and he looked over Harry's essay, "Merlin Potter." He sets Harrys essay down, "You truly do have Lily's mind I can't believe this essay you wrote about the Wolfsbane potion the notes you made would likely make it five times more effective."
Harry smiled, "Good news for Moony then."
"Just how much research did you do?" Sirius asked, "Wasn't it only supposed to be an eight inch paper on the effects of the potion?"
"Yes." Severus said, "But after he did that he added five more on how to improve the potion." Severus was looking at Harry, "Are you trying to steal my job?"
"No way!" Harry said holding up his hands, "Just cause I understand it and I'm able to improve recipes doesn't mean I can apply it practically. I'll leave the practical part to potion masters like yourself."
Sirius laughed out heartily, "Good call."
Harry nodded then looked around realizing it was only the three of them, he smirked, "Okay I'm going to go take a shower, long day." He turned and headed out of the dinning room, "Call for me when dinner is ready!" he said as he disappeared out sight.
Sirius sat there for a moment then realized what Harry just did.
He looked across the table at Severus who was thoroughly rereading Harry's essay. Sirius's ears immediately went red, remembering the message Harry passed along from his spirit self, 'Tell Severus the truth and stop being a chicken.' He gulped, "Severus do you mind if I talk to you about something?" he asked his heart now pounding in his ears.
Severus placed the essay aside, "I'm not sure I'll ever get used to you actually calling me by my name Black…its unnerving, but go ahead."
Sirius brain began running at top speed trying to figure out what to say next, "I….uh…I…I've…likedyousincethirdyear." he said quickly. Then face palmed himself.
"I beg your pardon?" Severus asked he thought he heard him but wasn't quiet sure.
Sirius's face was now as red as tomato, "Seriously…you're going to make me say it again? Ugh fine, I've had a crush on you since third year. There you hear me that time?"
Severus blinked, "Is that supposed to be a joke?"
"Ugh!" Sirius banged his head on the table, "I guess I can see why you'd say that…I didn't exactly show my feelings properly." He grumbled, "I mean with my family had it gotten out I like men…my mother might have killed me herself. Then there was James and Remus I was worried about what they would think of course when I finally told them in sixth year the said they knew the whole time. Of course by then you already despised me because of that stupid prank I pulled."
"Prank? You almost got me killed?" Severus growled.
"I didn't expect you to get past the Whomping Willow!" Sirius exclaimed, "I figured you'd get wacked a bit by the branches and you would eventually give up, but now I look back of course you figured out how to get by it, you're brilliant. But I was fifteen then I didn't think you could." Severus was looking at him with a harsh expression, "Please believe me." Sirius begged, "I never intended for you to get that far. I thank Merlin everyday James got to you in time."
Severus's face softened a bit, "Fine I'll accept that for now but what are you talking about you've liked me since third year." Severus eyed him.
Sirius groaned, "Uh, you remember that day in third year James tried to tease you about you and Lily about acting like a married couple during our potions class?"
"Vaguely," Severus responded.
"We'll uh, your response that day…it was hilarious…" Sirius began to laugh, "You told him he should stop being jealous and worry less about who he was going to snog later otherwise he'd never pass." He was now in a fit of laughter, "James's face was so red, it was priceless." He let his laughter subsided with a sigh, "I sort of had a thing for you after that…but you and James were always at odds so I couldn't actually tell you not to mention you had a thing for Lily so I just kept my mouth shut and went with the flow." He face was now sullen.
Severus's face was red, "Did you really have to bring that up." He grumbled, "Yes I loved Lily she was my first friend, and about the only person in the world I cared about. But, Lily saw me as nothing more than a brother…until I ruined that relationship…but I accept that…but I never really looked at anyone else in a...romantic way."
"Well I know we've…had our issues…" Sirius grumbled, "But we're adults now so I want to know…do you think…perhaps we could…try a romantic relationship." Sirius face was red and he wasn't looking up.
Severus's pale face was also red, "I suppose…we could try, but I swear to Merlin if you try pranking me I will hex you into oblivion!"
The two men sat in silence for a bit when Harry poked his head in, "So should I start calling you both Dad now?" he said with a massive grin on his face.
Both of their faces got even redder, "You've been listening the entire time?!" Sirius groaned.
"Yup, congrats to both of you, since last time you both died single maybe now both of you will get married before you croak." Harry teased.
Sirius threw a wash cloth that had been sitting on the table at Harry's head. Harry dodged and ran up the stairs, "Dear god he has Lily's brains and Potter's knack for teasing." Severus grumbled, "I don't know which I prefer more the potioned idiot Potter or the smart yet troublesome Potter."
"Both are a pain because either way he's a Potter." Sirius said. The two started laughing together their faces slowly losing the red in them.
"I heard that!" Harry called from upstairs, "Go snog already!"
"Oh god." Sirius said, "I'm parenting an eighteen year old in a thirteen year old's body." He groans and lays his head down on the table.
Severus put his hand over his face, "I have a feeling he is going to torture us daily."
"He is James's and Lily's son." Sirius said sitting up with a thoughtful expression, "We best brace ourselves."
Up Next: Harry and Sirius play a small prank after receiving potioned snacks, then watch with smirks as they see the fruits of their prank once they arrive for the Quidditch World Cup.
Chapter 10: Prelude to World Cup
Harry had received a letter from Ron congratulating him for getting away from the muggles and getting Sirius free. He then wrote his family scored tickets to the World Cup and was inviting Harry. Harry responded telling Ron he and Sirius were already going and had invited Hermione to join them. Ron's reply to that wasn't accusatory like Harry expected. Instead, Ron simply said he couldn't wait to see them there.
Harry had expected another display of foolishness only in written form this time. Ron wasn't known for being considerate, usually if things didn't go his way he threw a fit. This made Harry wonder if Mrs. Weasley was telling him exactly what to write.
Later that same week Severus came by to deliver Harry's letter from Mr. Ollivander. It had taken him a little longer than two weeks to complete Harry's new wand, but he finally finished it. Harry went there with Sirius and Severus to collect it and when the old man presented him with the new wand Harry's eyes widened.
It was exquisitely made, the length was dark, smooth, and eleven inches long. The grip was a pale golden color like the horn used as the core with intricate carvings etched in. Harry took the wand from its resting place and immediately felt a his magic surge. Sirius and Severus both stepped back as powerful magic seemed to swirl around Harry.
When the magic settled numerous items about the room, that had been floating, fell to the floor. "Sweet mother of Merlin…" Mr. Ollivander said quietly.
"Its exquisite." Harry said, "Much better than my old wand…" Harry flicked the wand and every item that hit the floor returned to is rightful place in an instant.
"This needs to remain between us." Sirius said.
"Agreed," Severus replied the looked to the wand maker, "How are your Occlumency skills Mr. Ollivander?"
"Rather poor I'm afraid." The old man replied.
Severus sighed and drew his wand, "I apologize then, I will have to modify your memory. Mr. Potter's new found magical abilities must be kept a secret from certain people. I hope you'll forgive me."
The old man stood up straight, "Very well, I understand."
Severus made quick work of it modifying the old man's memory making him believe Harry had broken his old wand and had to get it replaced. Then making him think the new wand was created by his father and he didn't know much about the cores. Harry then paid Ollivander a hefty sum thanking him and left the shop.
"I feel a little bad about that." He told the two men accompanying him.
"Harry if Dumbledore learns of your sudden jump in magical abilities he could start problems." Sirius told him.
"Indeed he kept you potioned and sequestered with those muggles for a reason, he wanted you weak so you would do what he thought was best." Severus added.
"Yea I know…but still…poor Ollivander…I need to deal with Voldemort before he kidnaps him again." Harry told them.
The group returned to Grimmauld place to find Hermione and the Granger's there. The Granger's were going to a convention and wouldn't be back for some time. Sirius offered to allow Hermione to stay with them. The muggles had been reluctant at first but eventually agreed.
So Hermione brought her trunk for school, and a bag filled with her clothes for the next month. Since they both finished their homework, the two of them spent most of their time researching Hungarian Horntails. Harry had finally told them of the Tri-Wizard tournament so they were helping him prepare so he could get through it this time with minimal issues.
Sirius had already order a large quantity of Gillyweed for the second task, while Remus would give Harry refresher lessons on how to deal with the creatures in the Black Lake. Meanwhile, Severus and Hermione both researched the best methods to deal with the dragon.
Soon Harry's birthday arrived and they put the prep work on hold to enjoy the day. Harry received multiple gifts from each of them.
Hermione got him a new broom Maintenance Kit, the kind used by professional quidditch players, and a magical day planner that would alert him when he had plans for that day. Sirius got him a new wand holster that would be key specifically to Harry making it impossible for anyone to summon his wand from it, Remus gifted him numerous books on Advanced Defensive Magic that both Harry and Hermione looked eager to dive into, lastly was a gift from Severus it was a modest chain that had a pendant with a black stone embedded into it. He told him the pendant would heat up if anyone attempted to give him anything that was laced with a potion.
"That will definitely come in handy." Harry said, "I was just planning on not eating anything they gave me. This way I'll know and just come up with an excuse."
"Personally I think we should all get one of those." Sirius said.
"Agreed." Remus added.
As they were affirming their plans to get them each one, a flock of owls swooped in to deliver presents for Harry. There were treats from Ron and Mrs. Weasley, each one had set off Harry's new pendent. Severus gathered them and began looking them over, "Molly Weasley is not playing games it seems. These potions are strong. Not to mention this one." He hold up an elaborate cup cake, "Is laced with Amortentia…I assume keyed to Ginevra Weasley."
Hermione's face was red with anger, "Seriously? This is how she reacts to us being a little mean to Ron?!"
"Bloody hell she didn't start dosing me with that till sixth year last time." Harry added.
"Clearly, you icing out Mr. Weasley does not sit well with her." Severus said.
Sirius smirked, "How about we play a little prank then." He drew his wand and began transfiguring the pastries into fancy professional looking pastries.
"What are you doing." Remus asked.
"Oh I'm just going to send these to my dear cousin, her husband, and their darling little Draco." Sirius grinned.
Harry grinned as well, "Sweet Merlin I can't wait for the World Cup now!"
"Should be quiet the show…pity I'll miss it." Severus said. Though he was Draco's godfather he never performed a ritual like Sirius so this little prank wasn't going to harm him. 'Besides its not like these potions are lethal." He thought, 'Draco will be fine…though possibly enamored with young Miss Weasley. Should rile up Lucius if it pans out well. Hopefully he'll slip up.'
The day finally came for the World Cup.
Sirius received a portkey from Fudge and the three of them used the drawing room to depart. The portkey activated and Harry felt the familiar sensation of being dragged by his navel. When the group landed Hermione landed on her back letting out a groan. Sirius landed on his feet albeit extremely wobbly. Harry however glided down and gently touched down by Hermione. He held out his hand, "Need a lift?"
She narrowed her eyes at him and took his offered hand, he then quickly pulled her up with ease. Having not expected that, she was not prepared to position herself and ended up colliding into Harry's chest. It was then she learned Harry had been filling out since the end of the school year.
He was no longer the skinny boy from before. His chest felt firm and she could definitely feel some muscles hiding under his shirt. She looked to his arms seeing they had filled out too, "Harry what have you been doing these last few weeks?" she said as she squeezed his right bicep.
"Training with Remus and Sirius." Harry responded with a chuckle, "Sirius was out of shape from being in Azkaban so long, his cousin Andromeda gave him a strict diet and exercise program. After she looked me over she gave me one too. So we've been doing early morning runs, cardio, and a bit of weight lifting."
"Wow…" she said as she continued to inspect his body a bit.
Sirius cleared his throat, "We're about to have company." He said quietly.
The two quickly separated and turned to see the Weasleys heading their way. Harry noticed this time Mrs. Weasley was with them, as was Luna Lovegood with the Diggorys right behind them. Luna waved to Harry and Hermione by wiggling her fingers stealthily. The pair smirked, 'So without us to tag along, they brought Molly and invited Luna…Molly must've wanted to see if her potions are working…this will be funny.'
"Harry!" Ron said as he walked up looking a bit miffed, "What was that about." He asked.
"What do you mean?" he asked as he straightened his shirt which was form fitted.
All Harry's cloths fit him perfectly now, not to mention they were new. He was wearing black denim jeans, new shoes, a green button down shirt that matched his eyes. His hair was no longer a wild mess, thanks to Sirius introducing him to Sleekeazy's Hair Potion, it fell in soft waves around his head nearly reaching his shoulders.
"You and Hermione were all…close." Ron said with a slight look of disgust.
Harry had half a mind to kick the red head right in his groin for treating Hermione with disgust when in four months he'll be pining for her. He kept his composure however and shrugged, "She fell from the portkey. I helped her up. Why?"
"Oh no reason." He looked to Ginny who wasn't even paying attention to Harry she was more focused on chatting with Luna and Hermione who had all grouped together.
"Look at little Harrykins." One of the twins teased, "All dressed up."
Fred and George walked up and circled him slowly, "My, my, my so sharp." The other said.
"And olalala." They squeezed Harry's biceps.
"Been working out Harry?" one of them grinned.
"Trying to switch to being a Beater?" the other asked.
"Fred, George enough of that foolishness." Molly griped as she made her way to Harry, "Its good to see you Harry dear I'm so happy to see you looking so healthy."
"Well Mrs. Weasley when you have a guardian that actually gives a damn about your well being you tend to look healthy." Harry responded.
Molly frowned, "I'm sure you must know Albus had your best interests in mind Harry."
Harry scoffed, "I doubt that."
Molly's frown remained for a moment then she forced a smile, "Did you enjoy your birthday present Harry?" she asked.
"Of course Mrs. Weasley your pastries are always so delicious I simply had to share them." Harry said with a genuine smile.
Molly's face paled a bit, "Share them? But they were for you dear."
"Yes but I've had your delicious pastries many many times and I just had to share the wealth. Sirius even sent a few off to his cousin." Harry was smiling not to be polite but because he was enjoying the shocked expression on Molly's and Ron's faces.
Molly shook off her shock, 'Surely he ate one.' She thought, "Harry would you like to join us in our tent. Then Sirius can go enjoy the night festival."
"That's not necessary Molly." Sirius spoke up, "I'm far to old to be running around like a teenager."
"Besides, Sirius and I have our nightly workout routine his cousin Andromeda put us on until we're both one hundred percent healthy again. If I'm not there he won't remember to do it then she'll harp on us both." Harry said.
Molly frowned but before she could speak again Sirius spoke up, "We must get moving now pleasure to see you all." He said then looked over to the gaggle of girls. "Hermione we're moving out." He called to her. The bushy brown headed girl turned and gave him a thumbs up before motioning Ginny and Luna to follow.
Hermione ran past the Weasley's as Ginny and Luna stopped at Molly, "Mum we're going to go hang out with Hermione. Is that Okay?"
Molly smiled a bit, "Of course dear. You both be safe now." 'At least Ginny will be around Harry this way.' She thought.
Unfortunately for Molly, the potioned cupcake she was hoping Harry ate never even touched Harry's lips. The one who did eat it was currently wandering the grounds.
As Harry and the others walked by the boy froze seeing Ginny laughing with Luna and Hermione. No one would expect that Draco Malfoy to be looking a Ginny Weasley with puppy dog eyes. No one but Harry and Sirius, who smirked when they noticed him as they walked past. "Isn't your second cousin cute Sirius? So in love." Harry whispered to Sirius so the girls wouldn't hear him.
"I almost feel bad for the poor girl." Sirius said, "Lucius will be pissed when he finds out."
Up Next: Harry enjoys the World cup for the second time, but later Luna and Hermione halt a potioning attempt made by Ron, with hilarious results.
Chapter 11: Love Swapping
The girls looked around in awe when they entered the Black tent. "Oh. My. God." Hermione said as she looked around. The inside of the tent was immaculate. Before them was what looked like a four bedroom suite in a luxury hotel.
"I'm totally asking mom to sleep over." Ginny said as she ran over to plush sofa and pounced on it.
Hermione made her way to a bubbling hot tub and looked at it in awe, "Its not electric, there's a Bubbling Charm and a Perfect Temperature Rune on this!"
Luna was standing on a what appeared to be a balcony. The scenery around wasn't what was outside it looked as if they were in a city. Luna put her hand to the projection and swiped to the right; the scenery changed to that of a beach and she smiled, "Much better." She then turned to the gawking Hermione and Ginny.
Ginny looked to Sirius, "Lord Black, just how rich are you?" she asked.
Sirius laughed, "Considerably, but please just call me Sirius." He said with a smile, "I was absent from Harry's life for thirteen years I'd just like to spoil him when I can."
"Well don't spoil him too much it will go to his head." Hermione said.
"Hey!" Harry growled, "I'll have you know I tried to get him to pick something more modest but he wouldn't listen!"
The girls laughed as Harry rolled his eyes.
After the girls had their fill of exploring the tent the teens started exploring the grounds looking at all the souvenirs. While the gang enjoyed themselves Ron and the twins ran up to them, "Hey what are you guys doing?" the twins asked together.
"Oh hey Fred, George, Ron!" Ginny said, "You have to see Harry's tent its so cool!" she said.
"Really?" The twins said in unison.
"Yes!" Hermione added, "It has a Jacuzzi…oh right you guys wouldn't know what that is…" she started thinking about how to explain it, "Its like a tub you can relax in with friends while wearing swimsuits. It has bubbles and jets to give you a massage."
"Oh and it also has a charmed room that mimics any scenery you want like a beach and even mimics the sounds and breeze its quite lovely." Luna said in a dreamy voice.
"Well I think we know where we're holding the after party don't you think Gred." George said to his twin.
"Oh definitely Forge." Fred said smirking.
"Party at Potters tonight!" the twin said together.
Harry face palmed, "Great you guys are gonna trash the place." He sighed shaking his head.
While the gang laughed and got excited, Ronald had been frowning the whole time, 'Bloody Harry Potter…always getting the fancy things.' He sneered a bit as he watched Hermione laughing and playfully shove Harry. 'Those two are getting close…' he then smirked a bit, 'Maybe I should just take her from him.' While Ron made his plot he was unaware Luna had been watching him closely.
She tugged Hermione's sleeve and whispered into her ear, "Watch out…he's up to something." Her eyes flick to Ron.
Hermione glances the youngest male Weasley's way seeing his disgusting smirk. She nods gently to Luna then giggles making it appear as if they were just having a bit of girl talk.
While the twins were chatting with Harry, Hermione and Luna stayed off to the side together seemingly chatting, all the while making counter measures to thwart Ron's plan that Luna has already seen coming.
Suddenly a familiar voice called out, "Hey Weasley!"
Everyone stiffened a bit.
Harry grinned as he looked in the direction of Draco Malfoy who was standing a few feet away with a blush on his cheeks. The twins and Ron looked confused when Draco shook his head, "Not you three, the girl…Ginevra."
Ginny poked her head from around her twin brother's, "Me?" she points to herself.
Draco nodded his face getting redder when he saw her, "Can I speak with you for a moment?"
Ginny blinked confused and started walking towards him when Ron looked as if he were going to head after her. Fred and George grabbed their brother's arms, "Ginny can handle herself little brother she's not as weak as you think." George told him.
"Or as dense as you." Fred added.
Harry held back a laugh as he watched Ginny approach Malfoy and the two chatted quietly. Harry watched as Ginny seemed to blush a bit at what ever Draco was saying. She said something back with a stern expression which got a firm nod from the blonde boy. After a bit more chatting Draco turned and walked away as Ginny headed back toward them.
"Well what was that about dear sister?" Fred asked.
"Oh…uh…I just got asked out by Draco Malfoy." Ginny replied.
Her brothers' jaws all hung open until Ron said, "Well you told him 'No' right?" sounding exasperated.
"Actually…I didn't." She said.
This time everyone gawked, including Harry, "Wait, so you said yes?" Harry asked.
"Not entirely." Ginny confirmed, "I told him if he stops acting like a prat to my family and friends," she gestures to Harry, Hermione and Luna, "Then I'll go on a date with him during our first Hogsmead weekend…and he actually agreed."
"So your seriously going to go on a date with a snake if he's nice to us for a few months? Ron growled.
"He seemed sincere." His sister retorted.
"I can't believe this!" Ron growled turning to his brothers, "Are you seriously going to allow this?" he asked them.
"I don't see a problem." Fred said.
"Exactly," George added, "Ginny is a big girl if she wants to go on a date with Drakey then so be it, but if he hurts her well…" he looked to Fred with a grin, "Then we'll handle it."
"You've all gone mad!" Ron declares as he stomps off.
Harry was standing there holding back his laughter. When he calmed himself he turned to Ginny, "Good luck with Malfoy I look forward to seeing how he handles being nice to everyone."
"That will be a sight." Luna mused.
"Five galleons says he doesn't pull it off." George says to Fred.
"You're on!" Fred responded to his twin.
Ronald stomped back to his tent snarling, "Mum!" he exclaimed.
"Ronald?" Mrs. Weasley was in the kitchen. She comes out and looks at him curiously, "What is it?"
"You have more of that love potion right." He asked her.
"Yes what for?" she asked.
"I wanna use it on Hermione." He says flatly, "She's getting very close to Harry…he needs to see what its like to loose something he likes."
Mrs. Weasley frowned a bit and reached into her pocket pulling out a small phial. "Fine, but don't you over do it Ronald." She said passing it to him, "Just get her away from Harry like Dumbledore said."
"Sure." He said as he grinned at the phial in his hand before tucking it away.
Later the group, with their assortment of souvenirs, made their way to their seats. Harry, Hermione, and Sirius made their way to the Minister's box while the Weasleys and Luna went even higher. Harry sat in between Sirius and Hermione when the group saw the Malfoy's enter. Lucius walked by and looked to Sirius, "Lord Black, congratulations on your release."
"Really? I could have sworn you voted to convict me?" Sirius responded with a smirk.
"Surely your mistaken Lord Black." Fudge added, "Maybe it was Lord Greengrass you saw. Their hair makes them look similar."
Sirius chuckled, "Quite possible, anyway that's all past now, do enjoy the game." he said smirking.
Lucius grimaced a bit then continued to his seat. As Draco passed he seemed much more docile than usual, "Potter, Granger." He said as he nodded to each of them before sitting beside his mother.
Harry and Hermione looked at each other with wide eyes, "He's actually taking Ginny's request seriously." Harry whispered.
"He didn't sneer at me once!" Hermione added.
"What ever Molly put in that cupcake is seriously strong." Harry said to her quietly.
Soon the mascots for each team came out Harry watched as the Veela did their dance however this time it had no effect on him or even Sirius. Lucius however nearly leapt from the stands which earned him some chuckles from Harry and Hermione, and a scowl from his wife.
Shortly after that the game started, and even though he had seen this game before, Harry still watch in fascination as the professional quidditch players soared around the field. While Harry watched the game Hermione watched Harry. She smiled softly seeing him get so excited even though she knew he had already witnessed this game once before.
The game ended exactly as it did last time with Ireland winning but Krum catching the snitch. Harry leaned over and whispered to Hermione, "That guy was your date last time." He said as the stadium was cheering.
"You're serious?" she asked.
"No, that's Sirius." He points to his godfather.
Hermione smacks his arm, "Stop acting like an idiot."
Harry laughs rubbing his arm, "But yes, I'm telling the truth."
"Why would he go on a date with me?" Hermione crossed her arms.
Harry shrugs, "I never got that info. Maybe it was because unlike the other girls at Hogwarts you never followed him around or fawned over him."
Hermione rolled her eyes, "Because I don't care if someone is famous."
Harry smiled wrapping an arm around her neck and hugging her, "And that's one of the things I love about you."
Hermione's face reddened as her head was pressed against Harry's shoulder, "You're just Harry." She said quietly.
"Never change Hermione." He says as he lets her go. "Come on, before Fred and George invites the entire audience to our tent for the after party.
The twins convinced Mrs. Weasley to let them have the after party at Harry's tent and ended up inviting all of the Gryffindor quidditch team and a few of the fourth years.
When they all walked into Harry and Sirius's tent their jaws dropped. The raven haired teen rolled his eyes as they all looked at him in shock while Ron seemed to be scowling at him. Harry ignored it as everyone else was exploring the place. The twins were fascinated by the hot tub and insisted on using it. They ended up transfiguring some articles of clothing into swim suits so they could get in.
The party was in full swing. The twins, Angelina Johnson, Alicia Spinnett, Lee Jordan, and Katie Bell were all in the hot tub goofing off. Lavender Brown was chatting with Dean and Seamus with Ron near them. Harry, Hermione, Luna, and Ginny were all grouped together talking. It was around this time Ron decided to make his move.
Hermione and Luna moved to the refreshment table, that had been stocked by Dobby and Kreacher, while there Ron came over and started talking to them as he poured a drink. He secretively slipped the potion his mother gave him into his cup then resumed annoying them about the game and Victor Krum.
Seamus came over and started talking as well which got Hermione's attention. So he swapped her cup on the table with his, but what he wasn't expecting was as soon as he looked away Luna swapped her cup for the spiked one then offered it to Seamus. Unsuspecting Seamus downed the drink in two gulps and a moment later was gazing at Ron lovingly.
Hermione and Luna swiftly made their way back to the group where Hermione whispered what happened into Harry's ear. At first his face went red with anger but by the time he turned to face Ron, Seamus had captured Ron's lips in a passionate kiss.
Harry just blinked as he saw this his anger fading, "Well…that works too." He mumbles as Hermione and Luna are giggling at their success.
The twins start whooping at their brother who still hadn't managed to break free from Seamus's tongue. Ginny stared wide eyed and her mouth hanging open a bit. Everyone else was cheering them on until Ron finally broke free his face red from anger and embarrassment, "What the hell Seamus?!" he panted catching his breath.
"I'm sorry but I couldn't hold it back anymore." Seamus said and hugged Ron tightly, "I love you Ron Weasley!" his grip not allowing Ron to escape before Seamus once again locked lips with him.
"I don't know if I should feel sorry for him? Or cheer on this new budding romance." Hermione mumbled as she nudged Harry in the ribs.
"Remind me never to get on yours's or Luna's bad side." Harry commented.
"Don't worry I'll keep you in line." She said back as she turned and went to join Luna, Ginny, and Lavender who were giddily discussing what had just transpired.
Up Next: The Death Eaters attack the camp grounds. Sirius goes to stop them. Harry tries to follow to help but is stopped by someone surprising.
Chapter 12: A Change of Allegiance
The party went on for another hour with Ron spending most of that time trying to escape from Seamus as the others laughed.
Just as things were calming down was when the mayhem begun. The group was saying there good nights when the screaming began. Everyone jerked their heads and moved to exit the tent. Sirius who had been supervising the party followed them out of the tent finding everyone running and screaming. As the rest of the Weasley's ran up to them. "Arthur what's happened?" Sirius called as the man approached.
"Death Eaters Sirius." The Weasley patriarch said grimly, "They rounded up the muggle family who supervises the grounds."
"Get the kids out of here I'll go and help." Sirius told the elder Weasley's. Molly didn't wait she immediately started corralling the other children away from the commotion.
"Sirius!" Harry barked to get his godfather's attention. He clenched his fist since he was currently underage he couldn't help without alerting the Ministry.
Sirius turned and placed his hands on Harry's shoulders, "I remember the plan Harry…Remus is going to be backing me up…I'll be fine. Go. Now!" he turned Harry and pushed him towards Hermione, "Get him out of here Granger."
Hermione gave a firm nod and grabbed Harry firmly by the arm and pulled him toward the forest after the already fleeing Weasleys. Harry let himself be pulled along as he remembered the plan they devised weeks ago.
Sirius and Remus would pick off the Death Eaters one by one rendering them unconscious. Thanks to some intel from Severus they knew the masks the Death Eaters wore could only be removed by the owners wand. So while they were unconscious the pair would grab their wands and remove the masks before alerting the Aurors of their location.
He panted as he and Hermione made it into the tree line. Harry stumbled over a root when he heard the sounds of clashing spells in the distance. He knew Remus and Sirius were now fighting Lucius and his goons. Just as Harry was about to charge back he was suddenly tackled to the ground. "No way Potter!" shouted the voice of Draco Malfoy.
Harry groaned as he hit the ground he looked up utterly shocked, "Malfoy? What are you doing?!"
"Stopping you!" He said, "My father's back there and he'd like nothing more than to kill you especially after that mess that happened second year."
Hermione stood over them with wide eyes at the scene, "So why are you stopping him then?"
Draco turned her way, "Because Ginny would be sad if either of you got hurt…and if my father was responsible…she'd never forgive me." Draco then pulled a very flabbergasted Harry to his feet, "Now keep going!" he points into the trees.
Hermione grabbed Harry's arm and started pulling him again Harry still dazed by the encounter simply followed, "Did that just happen Hermione? Did Draco Malfoy seriously just help us."
"I can't believe it either." Hermione replied as she ran with Harry in tow, "I'm grateful he stopped you though. You have to trust Sirius. Bellatrix is still in prison and Lucius isn't as good as he thinks he is. Sirius and Remus can handle him." She said.
Harry nodded recalling how Sirius took care of Lucius easily in his last life. It had been Bellatrix's sneak attack that ended Sirius's life, and she wasn't around right now. Harry calmed himself and followed after Hermione. They stopped for a moment to catch their breath when a wolf patronus appeared, "All of them are down meet us in the clearing." Remus's voice came from it. Harry looks to Hermione and nods then they make their way to the others.
Sirius was panting as he stood over the unconscious Death Eaters, "Sirius!" Harry called as he ran to hug his godfather.
Sirius wrapped him in a tight hug, "You may be eighteen mentally Harry, but you still worry like a little kid."
Harry pulled away and punched his arm, "Can you blame me?" Harry growled, "I can't exactly help right now since the stupid trace is still on me."
Sirius patted his head, "I know but how about you leave the fighting to the grown ups for now. I'm not a fugitive now, and I am in much better shape than I assume I was in your last life. I can take down a few pureblood idiots."
Harry sighed and rolled his eyes, "I assume you contacted Amelia?"
"I sent word to her when Remus alerted you." Sirius said looking proud of himself.
It was then the Dark Mark was casted into the sky.
Harry looked up frowning, 'I wonder whose wand he stole this time,'he thought to himself remembering Crouch Junior had taken Harry's own wand last time then the whole thing got pinned on poor Winky.
The group was soon surrounded by Aurors and Amelia Bones came marching up with a look of cold fury on her face.
"Lord Black!" she called as she made her way over to them. She stopped a few feet from Sirius and looked at the unconscious men around them, "I must say I've missed your talents, you made quick work of them." She was looking at their uncovered faces and smiled when she saw Lucius among the unconscious, "Oh I'm going to enjoy locking up this one…finally."
Sirius smirked when Fudge, Bagman, and Crouch Senior joined them. "Which one of you conjured it?" Crouch said waggling his wand between Harry, Sirius, and Amelia.
"Are you daft?" Amelia asked as she turned to face him, "You're accusing not only me, the Head of the Department of Magical Law Enforcement and my men, but also Harry Potter and his godfather of putting that in the sky." She points to the Mark, "I think you've lost it." Crouch simply stood there quivering so Amelia continued, "I received word of the ones who attacked the muggles being apprehended by Lord Black and his compatriot. I have come to collect them." She looked in Lucius's direction.
Fudges face paled, "Impossible! This isn't true it must be a farce!"
"Would you like my memory of the event Minister?" Sirius said, "Remus and I made our way here after the commotion started. It took a while, but eventually we got them all and removed their masks. Shame that your most loyal benefactor will now be headed to Azkaban."
"Indeed, such a pity." Amelia smiled, "ROUND THEM UP!" she shouted to her men who began collecting the fallen Death Eaters. Fudge stammered as he watch Lucius get plucked from the ground and thrown over the shoulder of one of the Aurors, "Minister…" Amelia turned to face him, "Know that I will now be opening a thorough investigation on Lucius and ANYONE he was connected too. That includes you." With that she started to walk off.
"But what about that?!" Crouch bellowed as he pointed to the Mark, "These men were all unconscious who did it."
"The Mark was casted from over there sir." Harry said pointing to the area on the other side of the grounds, "If you hurry I'm sure you'll find something." He had a slight smirk on his face as Crouch looked at him confused.
He then rushed to where Harry pointed with a his group of security wizards as Remus came out of the trees brushing himself off, "Well Moony?" Sirius asked.
"Junior is stunned and waiting to be found by his father…felt bad about knocking out the poor elf too but its done." He said as he walked over to them.
Harry was smiling, "I bet the next headline is going to be a doozy."
Hermione simply rolled her eyes at him.
A few days later, Harry and Hermione sat in the kitchen of Grimmauld Place discussing the events of the coming year when Sirius walked in and slapped the morning edition of the Daily Prophet on the table. "Your godfather made the front page two months in a row." He smirked.
Harry rolled his eyes and pulled the paper closer so he and Hermione could read it:
Attack at the World Cup
Death Eaters Captured
Days ago, after the Quidditch World Cup concluded an attack took place by unknown assailants. The group, dressed in Death Eater gear, proceeded to attack the muggle family in charge of the grounds where the Cup was held.
After torturing the muggle family and suspending them into the air the group was interrupted by recently acquitted Sirius Black. The Lord of the Ancient and Most Noble House of Black, along with an unnamed compatriot, quickly incapacitated the attackers. Afterward they removed the masks they had hidden behind and the reveal was a shocking sight.
Among the attackers was Lucius Malfoy, a known benefactor to Minister for Magic Cornelius Fudge. Malfoy and his comrades were taken into custody by Amelia Bones and a team of Aurors that were summoned by Lord Black and are now facing criminal charges.
According to witnesses Minister Fudge attempted to get his benefactor released but was threatened with charges of aiding and abetting, and attempted bribery. When asked for a comment the Minister had this to say;
"I whole heartedly believe Lord Malfoy is innocent of the charges stacked against him and I will be assisting him in getting his name cleared."
However preliminary evidence shows that task will not be easy. While under interrogation, with Veritaserum, Lucius Malfoy admitted to the crimes he committed that night and others crimes from years before, including giving a cursed diary to one Ginevra Weasley two years ago.
According to a highly reliable source this cursed diary event led to multiple Muggle-born students, at Hogwarts, getting petrified and hospitalized throughout the year. This reporter believes Minister Fudge will be in for a rude awakening his he thinks he can get Lord Malfoy off on the charges.
List of the captured Death Eaters on Page 3
Harry smiled, "Sweet Merlin this is even better than I hoped." He laid the paper down, "Lucius is headed straight to Azkaban." He chuckles.
"One less obstacle for us then." Hermione said, "There will be less supporters for when Voldemort returns."
"More then one." Sirius said, "Fudge is getting major bad publicity now…he will be out of office by the end of your fourth year."
"Oh that will make our fifth year go much smoother." Harry said, "That and the little meeting I plan to have with Skeeter later this year."
"Going to nip her little snooping problem in the bud eh?" Sirius smirked.
"Most definitely." His godson replied as he pulled a letter out off from the side, "By the way I got this from Gringotts while we were away." He hands the opened parchment to Sirius who turned it over and began reading:
Heir Potter,
I would like to thank you for informing us on the abominable horcrux hidden within our own vaults. The artifact was indeed located within Bellatrix Lestrange's vault. Her account has been closed due to violating our clause against dark artifacts being kept within a vault. Her confiscated funds will be handed over to the head to her birth family meaning, all funds will be deposited into the Black family vault.
As far as the other cursed items you left in our possession. We have destroyed the vile souls attached to the diadem and locket and both have been placed in your vault as you requested. The artifact found in the Lestrange vault was the cup of Helga Hufflepuff we are currently in the process of removing the soul from that one as well and once completed it too will be deposited in your vault.
Again we would like to thank you for allowing the Goblin Nation the opportunity to rid our ancestors creations of the vile magic that had been placed on them. We look forward to our future business with you.
Honorably,
Ragnok VII
Potter Family Account Manager
"I don't know if I should be happy to have stripped Bellatrix of all her gold or disgusted because I know how that gold was accumulated." Sirius shivered a bit.
"Either way less money for Voldemort to buy supporters." Harry added.
"True." Sirius said as he laid the letter down and sighed. He was about to sit across from them when suddenly their door bell rang. Sirius stiffened mid way through sitting down. He looks to Harry, "Expecting company?" he asked.
Both Harry and Hermione shake their heads.
Sirius drew his wand and makes his way to the door opening it slowly. He lets out a sigh of relief when he see Severus on the other side, "You didn't tell me you were coming Sev." He says as he opens the door wider.
"Well I didn't know." Severus replies seeming to be answering to the new pet name Sirius gave him, "I brought a visitor for you." Severus steps aside revealing Narcissa Malfoy and her son Draco Malfoy.
Sirius blinks then looks to Severus, "You need to work on your surprises Severus." He then turns back to his cousin, "Hello cousin." He said.
Narcissa curtsied as Draco bowed a bit, "Lord Black. I've come to speak with you as head of my birth family."
Sirius sighed and stepped back before turning back, "Harry, one of your classmates has come for a visit!" he called as the three of them came in.
Harry and Hermione walked out into the foyer and stared dumbfounded as Draco and Narcissa stood near the door.
"Heir Potter." Narcissa curtsied again while Draco bowed, "Congratulations on finally taking up your birthright." Draco's mother says as she stands up straight.
"Well…this is unexpected." Harry mumbled shielding Hermione a bit from them with his arm.
"Calm down Potter." Draco said, "We're here to talk."
"Talk?" Harry said looking to Severus who nodded. "Alright then." He gestures to the newly redecorated parlor room.
The group makes their way in and everyone has a seat.
Sirius sits in the an large black chair that resembled a throne with Severus standing beside him. Harry and Hermione took the love seat to Sirius's right while Draco and his mother sat in two arm chairs.
"The house looks…different." Narcissa says remembering the way Grimmauld Place looked when Sirius's mother lived here.
"Yes well forgive me, but I do not believe my mother's taste in decor was particularly welcoming, especially to children." Sirius replied, "As you are aware I have taken custody of my Godson and I rather he not be subjected to the horrid environment I grew up in."
"I meant no disrespect Sirius." Narcissa said as she looked around, "I rather like the change. Modest yet elegant. Perfectly suited to the Black family."
"Thank you, however you didn't come here to talk about my decor Cissa, so how may I assist you?" Sirius asked in a firm tone.
Narcissa cleared her throat and sat up straighter, "Lord Black, I am here not as the Lady of the Malfoy family, but as your cousin, a member of House Black."
Sirius straightened his back a bit, "I'm listening."
"In a few short days Lucius will be incarcerated for his crimes and House Malfoy will crumble…" Narcissa began, " So at this time I humbly request you, The Head of my birth house, dissolve my marriage to Lucius Malfoy as per our Marriage contract."
Sirius blinked confused, "I beg your pardon?"
"Sirius you know grandfather was not particularly thrilled with mine and Bellatrix's marriages. He was opposed to any family who whole heartedly supported the Dark Lord."
Severus held up his hand stopping her there, " Narcissa we don't call him that in this house. Use his name…"
Narcissa swallowed a bit, "You know he was opposed to anyone who supported…Voldemort." She shivered a bit as she said the name. She shook her head then continued, "Anyway, grandfather included clauses in both of our marriage contracts. One specifically stated should the grooms family swear loyalty to anyone not aligned with House Black the marriage would be voided and the bride, any children from the marriage and the substantial dowry would all return to House Black. As you know our grandfather never aligned House Black with Voldemort even though multiple members of our family did choose to side with him. With that being said Lucius clearly aligned with…Voldemort…thus breaking our contract. I hereby request you return me and my son to House Black."
"I humbly request the same." Draco said.
Harry blinked, "You're serious?" Before the Black family head could open his mouth for his usual joke Severus grab his shoulder to silence him.
Draco looked at Harry, "Yes Potter," Draco said, "I actually would like to thank you. Due to your little prank with that love potion we discovered father had been dosing me with potions as well."
"Sorry about that, that was actually my idea." Sirius chuckled.
"Well I must thank you for that as well," Narcissa said, "I noticed Draco seemed a bit off a few days ago, so I took him to St. Mungos and got him flushed of all potions it appears Lucius had been dosing our son with loyalty and obedience potions for a long time."
Harry blinked, "Wait so the reason you've been an annoying prick the last three years is because daddy dearest wanted you to be his carbon copy?"
Draco was silent for a moment, "I will admit my behavior was mostly due to my father's schemes from second year an on…that was when he started doing it. According to mother I had come home first year talking of trying harder to befriend you during our second year. After hearing the company you kept," he glanced to Hermione, "Father didn't like the idea and started slipping me potions to have be more loyal to him which in turn had me acting more like him."
"So when you called me a 'mudblood' second year?" Hermione said quietly.
Draco looked her way, "Yes…I apologize for that and the numerous other times." He bowed his head.
"I'll consider that punch I gave you at the end of last year your penance." Hermione smirked.
Narcissa turned to Draco, "So that's why you were so furious when you came home."
"I hear Hermione has a mean right hook." Sirius said with a smirk.
"Lets just put it this way," Draco begins, "now those potions are not clouding my judgement I will be going out of my way not to anger Granger…she not only has a mean right hook, but she IS the best student in our year….only an idiot would piss her off and I like to think I am not one."
"Anymore anyways." Harry says.
Draco smirked at him, "Exactly."
Narcissa smiled a turned back to Sirius her expression changing to a more serious expression, "Cousin please, don't subject us to the misfortune of being apart of a disgraced house."
"Very well then," Sirius says standing up, "but you both will take oaths of loyalty to House Black. As I am Harry's Godfather House Black is now aligned with House Potter so your oath will extend to Harry as well if you can not agree to this you will be banished from House Black. Am I clear?" he looked to both of them sternly.
Narcissa nodded and looked to Draco who nodded as well, "We understand."
Sirius sighed, "Alright then, I suppose we must head to Gringotts to get this finalized, I had hoped to not have to go there again for a while, but duty calls."
"Better get used to it you are the Head of your house Padfoot." Harry told him.
"Hey same goes for you. When you're seventeen you're in for a world of obligations." Draco told Harry.
"Speaking of," Hermione spoke up, "I assume the both of you are trained in High Society of the wizarding world." She looked to the two soon-to-be Blacks who nodded in response, "Might I ask you both to teach me and Harry what we would need to know to not make fools of ourselves…I'd ask Sirius but he is…well…Sirius"
"HEY!" Sirius said looking offended.
"She's right." Severus spoke up.
Narcissa looked to Hermione, "Are you Heir Potter's betrothed?"
Harry and Hermione immediately blushed, "Well no but…" Hermione looked to Harry a bit, Harry immediately looked away his face getting redder.
Narcissa smirks, "I see the Potter Family tradition is alive and well?"
"Tradition?" Harry asks.
"Courting the smartest of their year." Draco's mother smirked at him which caused his face to redden even more.
Draco smirks, "Oh this year will be amusing." Which earned him glares from both Hermione and Harry.
Up Next: Harry, Hermione and Draco board the Hogwarts Express. But after an annoying confrontation the group sees a surprising side to one of their companions.