Chapter 41.
As the sweet scent of Harry's ambrosial cooking wafted through the house, those who were still asleep awoken to the aroma. Hermione awoke to find the other girls were waking up as well, but Harry was nowhere to be found.
They all slipped on t shirts and shorts and grabbed their robes and left their bedroom. They turned and saw Sirius opening his door. Sirius, who was still half asleep, walked out in a robe and pants.
Down the hall, Remus opened the door looking like he was still rough around the edges as the full moon had just passed. Another room opened and Amelia walked out in a robe and nightgown. Curious as to what the smell was they travelled down the stairs.
They entered the kitchen and they could see Harry preparing breakfast, Alphonse awoke and left his room and joined the others outside of the kitchen.
The scent of freshly brewed coffee then wafted through the kitchen and Harry began placing the plates and everything on the table.
Sirius and the other adults sat down and drank the coffee Harry had brewed. They soon became wide awake and Sirius looked at his godson. "Harry you have out done yourself, well done."
Sirius then looked at the girls, seeing they were all looking worn out, he chuckled. "In more ways than one from what I can tell."
Remus looked at the girls, who were now blushing crimson and he began to laugh. As did Alphonse and Amelia. The girls sat down and Harry thanked Sirius and began placing food on the table.
Harry sat down and they began eating, Kreacher heard mail come through the door and he picked it up, seeing it was for the new lord Black.
He went to the kitchen and walked over to Harry and handed him mail. "Mail for the new Lord Black." He said with a sneer and walked towards the door. Harry looked at Kreacher. "Thank you Kreacher."
The old house elf said nothing, merely paused for a moment before leaving through the door.
Harry looked at the letter seeing it was from the twins. He quickly opened it and began to read. Sirius looked at Hermione and called her over.
Sirius looked at Hermione and in his lowest voice said. "Hermione, I need you and the girls to take Harry out and keep him distracted while us adults prepare for his birthday." Hermione nodded and Sirius reached into his robe and pulled out a small bag of galleons and paper "Also, if you could go to these shops and drop off these orders."
Suddenly, Harry walked over to Remus. "Remus, what potion do these ingredients make?"
Remus wiped his tired eyes and looked over the letter and soon he became angry "Harry do you not know what these ingredients make?"
Harry shook his head no and Remus put the letter down. "It's ingredients for a love potion."
Hermione and the other girls turned to Remus shocked and Hermione asked. "Why would Mrs. Weasley be brewing love potions?"
Sirius frowned. "Probably in the hope of her children getting the attention of the ones they want."
"Wel,l thanks to Aphrodite the potion will be rendered useless." Fleur said sipping away at the coffee.
Alphonse nodded. "True enough, only I think that the bonds Aphrodite helped forge, are ones that fall under her domain. Gods and goddesses don't take kindly to those who meddle with something they helped forge. Aphrodite has been kind, but tread lightly."
Everyone nodded, Sirius looked at Harry. "Alright, so if the serious talk is done, Harry get cleaned up. You all have been far too busy with what's been happening. Fleur, Luna and Susan need their rings and you all need to have some fun. As your god father I'm telling you to take your ladies on a date."
Harry nodded and everyone finished their food and they went upstairs.
Hermione picked out a black bra and thong, denim shorts and she pulled out a top and a quidditch Jersey with the name Potter on it. She smiled, remembering she had grabbed it after third year.
Fleur picked out a red bra and thong and black jeans and a t-shirt. She then looked for a black jacket.
Luna pulled out an emerald bra and thong and grabbed a skirt and t-shirt while Susan pulled out a pink bra and thong and picked out a sun dress.
Harry walked out of the bathroom and grabbed boxers and black jeans and a grey muscle shirt and grabbed a black button-down shirt. They were all dressed when they heard a knock at the door. Harry opened the door to see Sirius. "What is it Sirius?"
Sirius smiled. "Tonks couldn't help but notice you keep your wand in your back pocket, so she sent this as a birthday present. An Auror grade wand holster you strap it to your thigh and not risk your wand blowing up your arse. Her words, not mine."
Harry nodded, Hermione grabbed it and placed it on his thigh.
Harry pulled out his new wand still unsure if the wand was ready to follow his will, but placed it in the holster.
Sirius then handed Hermione a mirror. "Since your now able to use magic outside of school, I trust you to use your best judgement and not use your magic unnecessarily, but in case the situation arises call us using this communication mirror. This is linked to Remus's and my mirrors call in case you get into trouble."
Everyone nodded and Harry and the girls went downstairs to the floo and Harry took a handful of floo powder and walked into the chimney. "Diagon Alley."
The emerald flames arose and they vanished. Sirius looked at Remus, Alphonse and Amelia. "Alright, now let's get things ready for the party."
Chapter 42.
Harry and the girls arrived in Diagon Alley, heading for Gringotts where they walked over to see Silver. The old Goblin raised his head. "Ahh Lord Potter-Black, I see you have returned to our illustrious bank."
"Well I've come to get my ladies their rings."
"Very well Lord Potter-Black, bear with me while I fetch them."
The old Goblin left and, after mere moments, returned with an ornate box.
The old Goblin opened the box and revealed three elegantly fashioned rings each with its own unique individual gem.
Harry smiled picking up the ring for the Black family and looked at Fleur. He got down on one knee and Fleur giggled and stuck her hand out. Harry slipped the ring on her hand, the ring glowed and sized itself to fit Fleur's finger.
Harry picked up the Slytherin ring, then looked at Luna who stuck her hand out and Harry slipped the ring on her finger accompanied by another flash of light. Luna looked at the ring and looked at Harry. "Slytherin house may not like this."
Hermione smiled. "No, but they can't say a word."
Harry picked up the Gryffindor ring and looked at Susan, she smiled and stuck out her hand and Harry slipped the ring on her finger where it too resized itself. Once all the girls now had their rings, Harry looked at Silver who nodded. "If that is all, have a good day."
Harry nodded and they left the bank only to make a stop at the Leaky Cauldron.
They ordered lunch from Tom and Harry looked at the girls. "So what would you like to do next?"
Fleur looked at Harry. "I wouldn't mind ice cream." The other girls nodded, Harry smiled and paid for their meals and they sat outside the ice cream shop."
Harry watched as the girls were enjoying their dessert. Fleur noticed and smiled thinking something quick.
She looked at Harry, letting him have a good look at the ice cream cone in her hand and she ran the tip of her tongue up the cone.
She smiled and Harry blushed, Hermione looked at Harry and what Fleur did and Harry's reaction.
Hermione then took her finger and stuck it in the ice cream, as Harry looked over to her she sucked the ice cream off the tip of her finger with the. Harry soon blushed Crimson, Hermione looked at Fleur and they both giggled.
They enjoyed their ice cream and Hermione looked at the book store. Harry, picking up what Hermione was thinking, smiled. "Let's go to the bookstore."
They walked into the bookstore and searched the stacks. Harry found advanced books on defense against the dark arts. Not seeing Harry, Hermione walked over to the front of the shop. She could see a woman going over what looked at be their business records.
The woman looked at Hermione. "Yes how may I help you?"
"I was sent by one Sirius Black, he asked to have this order acquired and delivered to this address."
Hermione handed the woman the paper who then opened it and looked over the order. She nodded "Yes we'll make sure it arrives."
Hermione nodded, turned and could see Luna looking over the books of magical creatures while Susan was looking over Herbology. Fleur was looking at the advanced charms books. She then saw Harry looking over advanced defense against the dark arts, but also another set.
She looked over the titles. "Harry? Why are you looking at Rune books, especially the advanced set."
Harry frowned. "Well, I've been thinking about over the last couple years that divination is just not the class for me. So I thought I would actually apply myself."
Hermione looked at Harry thrilled. "Harry, that's wonderful! If you like I'd be more than happy to help you."
Harry raised his hand and cupped her face and kissed her. "I can never repay you and the others for all you do for me." Hermione smiled and Harry paid for everyone's books.
Hermione suddenly heard a sound and reached into her pocket. She pulled out the mirror given to her by Sirius.
"Everything is nearly ready, how is your date going?"
Hermione smiled. "Everything is well."
While Hermione was off talking quietly to Sirius, Harry looked towards Knockturn Alley and saw Peter Pettigrew. Harry reached for his wand and ran. Luna looked at Harry running and called out, "Harry!"
Everyone turned to see Harry, but it was Hermione who looked and saw Peter . "Oh Merlin, Sirius. Harry spotted Wormtail, he's here in the alley."
Before Sirius could say a word, Hermione stuffed the mirror back into her pocket.
Meanwhile Wormtail was running pushing anyone in front of him out of his way. He looked over his shoulder to see Harry was close behind him.
He tossed spells, not looking where he was aiming.
Harry lifted his wand, despite the wand not following his control exactly. With every spell that was knocked away, Harry found the wand was responding better, more and more.
Wormtail saw a shop, tried to open the door only to find the door locked. He turned to see Harry was getting closer and he unlocked the door and ran inside.
Harry could hear the others calling out to him, but he was fixated on his goal of bringing Wormtail to DMLE. He opened the door and walked into the shop, only seeing stacks of dusty old books.
He carefully looked around, when suddenly a bookcase was falling towards him. Harry thankful for his time on the Quidditch team improving his reflexes. He jumped out of the way, Pettigrew ran for the door, but Harry lift his wand and the door shut and locked. Pettigrew turned around, frightened.
"Let me go please I, I, I was only doing what the dark lord wished so I could survive?"
"Like when you killed my parent's and framed Sirius and YOU DARE CALL THEM YOUR FRIENDS!"
Outside Hermione and the others ran down the ally and heard someone shouting. Recognizing the voice, Hermione looked through the window and saw Harry had the rat cornered. She could feel Harry's magic bleeding through the door and his anger.
Harry lifted his wand and looked at Wormtail and his eyes began to glow.
"I SHOULD MAKE YOU PAY FOR MY PARENT'S MURDERS, FOR THE TIME SIRIUS SPENT IN PRISON." The tip of Harry's wand began to glow violently. Wormtail cowered in fear. Hermione was afraid of what Harry was going to do. She tried to undo the lock and began pushing on the door.
"HARRY! DONT DO IT!" Hermione screamed. Fleur called out to Harry and Susan and Luna banged on window. Harry looked at Wormtail, his anger burning greatly, seeing Wormtail sniveling in fear. Harry then began to hesitate and thought about what Voldemort would do and how he didn't want to be anything like him.
Harry lowered his wand and put it back into its holster, his magic settled and Hermione finally opened the door. Wormtail smiled. "Thank you, thank you dear boy, you're no killer." Harry looked at Wormtail and wheeled his fist back and punched Wormtail in the jaw.
Wormtail looked at Harry and couldn't see clearly, everything going blurry and he blacked out. Hermione hit Wormtail with Pertificus Totalus, then looked at Harry and hugged him. Fleur and the others ran to Harry too. Luna looked at Harry's knuckles seeing they were beginning to bruise.
She cast a charm on his knuckles to help them heal. They heard the sound of apparation and Sirius and Amelia walked in.
"Is everyone alright?" Sirius said as he walked further into the room. He looked to see Wormtail out cold. Sirius looked at Wormtail. "I've never hit a man who couldn't fight back but," Sirius raised his leg back and kicked Wormtail between his legs and punched him in the nose.
Amelia looked at Wormtail and then turned to the door and she casted a Patronus. "Take this message, I want a team of Auror's here to escort a known fugitive to our holding cells on the double location Knockturn Alley." The Patronus nodded and flew away.
Tonk's and Kingsley appeared not to long after and picked up Wormtail, Tonks looked at Wormtail's face "Merlin, this one's nose maybe fractured, but who ever hit him in the jaw must have a great left hook." Kingsley nodded. "Yes, this one is going to need skelegro."
Sirius placed his hand on Harry's shoulder. "Excellent job Harry, now I think it's time we head home. Besides there's a surprise later."
Harry and everyone nodded and Amelia and Sirius helped bring everyone safely back to number 12 Grimmauld place.
Chapter 43.
As they returned from Diagon Alley, Sirius told Harry to quickly get changed. Hermione looked at Sirius. "Was everything delivered?"
Sirius nodded. "Express delivery, all the gifts arrived and I made sure to add what you ladies wanted to give Harry was included."
Hermione smiled. "Thanks Sirius." Sirius smiled and Hermione hugged him. Sirius let out a breath, "Harry is used to those I take it?"
Hermione nodded and Sirius looked at the girls. "Alright you four, upstairs and change, the festivities will be starting soon."
The girls nodded and headed upstairs. They walked in and Harry was wearing black pants with a dark navy shirt.
Fleur walked over. "Mon Cher, you look magnifique," Fleur giggled. "But your hair is a mess."
Hermione walked over with Harry's dress jacket. "Fleur, don't even try, his hair is unmanageable."
Harry smiled. "It's something I can't change."
Hermione slipped Harry's jacket on him and Fleur walked over to a dresser and picked up a container.
"This might help." Fleur said, only taking a little, and she arranged his hair. When she was done. "There, now he looks like he just made love."
Luna smiled "So, like how he did this morning?"
Everyone had a good laugh and Susan looked at the girls. "Ok, so now Harry's fixed we better make ourselves look presentable."
Fleur looked at Harry. "Try not to drool."
The girls began to undress, before Harry's eyes all the girls were in their underwear and Fleur walked to the closet and opened the door. She looked at the dresses and pulled out a black one with a plunging V neck.
She smiled and set it aside for herself. She then pulled out a red dress with a low v neck that would drape over the legs nicely and it would show a bit of leg as well. Fleur looked over to Hermione "Hermione, you should wear this. Change your bra too."
Hermione looked at the dress and Fleur simply smiled and whispered in her ear. "I think Harry would definitely approve." Hermione, deciding to trust Fleur's judgement, slipped on the dress. It did show some of her cleavage but it was tasteful. She turned to Harry. "What do you think?"
Harry looked at Hermione as she stuck a leg out and Harry smiled. "You look brilliant."
Fleur nodded and handed Hermione the heels and then pulled out a green dress for Luna it was a forest green and ruffled. Luna smiled, slipping on the dress.
Fleur looked at Susan thinking, she then pulled out another black dress that had a hint of a v neck but it was backless.
"Here Susan, you need to try this dress on, i think it would look great on you."
Susan nodded and slipped on the black dress and then Fleur put hers on.
They then started working on each other's hair. Fleur had no issues with Luna's or Susan's. Hermione's she took great care of, Hermione was thankful to Aphrodite for taming her hair.
Once the girls were ready, Hermione and Fleur each took one of Harry's arms and Susan and Luna stood close behind. They left the room once they heard Sirius shouting.
They walked down and the lights came on and they heard, "SURPRISE!"
Harry could see multiple people dressed up, Harry could see Apolline, Alphonse and Fleur's sister. Tonks stood by Remus and they stood close to Andromeda and Ted. Harry then spotted Sirius with Amelia and even the Weasley's.
Harry and the girls walked the stairs and were soon greeted by Fred and George walked up.
"Hello, Harry."
"Congratulations on your birthday,"
"And to your good fortune of being surrounded by such lovely ladies."
The girls giggled and Fleur walked up. "Why thank you boys for the lovely compliment but Harry doesn't need fortune, he makes us all very happy."
Fred and George looked at Harry astounded, meanwhile Ron stood over by the wall his arms crossed. He looked over at Hermione as his brothers were talking with Harry. He couldn't stand seeing Hermione on his arm.
He was jealous; Harry had titles and money and was now surrounded by women. While Ginny looked at the other girls wishing she had Harry all to herself.
George looked at Harry. "Did you get our letter? about mum's potion making?"
Harry nodded and Hermione looked at George. "Believe me, we're more than prepared."
Fred and George nodded and Fred looked at Hermione. "Careful, Ron and Gin have been looking daggers at you both."
Harry and Hermione nodded, Luna looked at Ron and Ginny seeing they had good in them but they both had darkness emanating from them. Luna looked at Harry. "The twins are right, I'm getting a bad feeling from both Ronald and Ginny."
Harry nodded Sirius called Harry over to open presents. Harry was first approached by Ted and Andromeda. They brought him some muggle clothes and Andromeda gave him a box of biscuits. Andromeda then walked over to Hermione and the other girls and handed them a box of potions. She smiled. "For when you want to keep the night going, nothing like a bit of extra stamina."
The Delacours walked over to Harry and handed him a key. Harry looked confused and Alphonse smiled widely. "It's a portkey to a beach house in France, for when you need a break in the summer."
Harry was amazed by the Delacours gift, thanking them greatly. Gabi then gave Harry a birthday card which he hugged her for.
He then opened the gift from Arthur and Molly and it was a razor. Arthur looked at him, "I know its odd but its charmed to never dull."
Harry thanked Arthur and Molly, He then received a broom repair kit from Ron. The twins handed Harry some boxes and Fred smiled. "These are samples of our latest products thanks to your funding."
"Yes, if you're in a pinch there's something in there called darkness powder. Makes for a great escape, we doubt even Snape could catch us using this stuff. We even added some bruise begone so if you get banged up, this can help."
Harry thanked the twins for their generous gift.
Hermione looked at Harry confused. "Your funding?"
"I gave the twins my prize money from the tournament, i didn't feel right keeping it."
Hermione nodded and then Harry opened the gifts from the girls. Hermione gave him a photo album filled with pictures from their previous years in Hogwarts and pics of the other girls. Fleur gave him a black dragon hide leather jacket as well as a muggle one. Susan got Harry a book on Auror's self-defense training. Luna got him a book on magical creatures and magical plants and their uses.
Remus got Harry a pair of dragon skin boots, Remus looked at Harry. "Saw your shoes were showing signs of wear, these have protections. Sirius then handed Harry a miniature motorcycle.
Confused about it, Harry looked at Sirius who simply touched it with a wand and suddenly the miniature bike grew to a full-size motorcycle. "Better than a flying car." Sirius said having a good laugh.
From Ginny he got a homemade Treacle tart and from Ron a bag of candy.
Thankful for the gifts, Harry thanked everyone and Sirius and Andromeda brought in the cake and Hermione smiled and looked at Harry. "Get used to this, you're always going to have big celebrations from now on."
Chapter 44.
Harry cut the cake and everyone had a piece of cake and Remus pulled out a record player and everyone began to dance. Harry danced with each of his ladies, while Ron's jealousy grew more and more.
Once everyone was done Hermione looked at Harry "Can you get me a drink?"
Harry nodded and walked to the kitchen to get a drink, Fleur went to dance with her sister. Luna and Susan were dancing with the twins. The adults were congratulating Sirius about being a free man again, Ron looked over to Hermione seeing she was alone and walked over to her.
Hermione looked to see Ron "Hello Ron."
"Hey Herms, I don't know what Harry's done to you, but come with me and we can find a way to reverse it."
Hermione looked at Ron. "Ron, I don't where you came up with such a ludicrous idea. Harry doesn't have me under any spell or potion and I'm not going anywhere."
Harry walked out and saw Ron talking to Hermione, Ron started to turning the familiar Weasley shade of red. He then grabbed Hermione and Hermione gasped. "Ronald, what the bloody hell are you doing."
Suddenly the air started to whip violently in the room. Harry raised his hand and Hermione pulled her arm out of Ron's grip and Ronald flew and hit the wall. Ron let out a gasp and he was pinned flat up against the wall.
Everyone looked to see Harry with his arm raised, everyone was astounded by Harry's use of wandless magic. All except Ron, who could barely move a finger.
"I warned you Ron, I warned you to leave Hermione alone and what would happen next time."
Molly looked at Harry. "Harry put Ronald down, He doesn't deserve this."
The twins looked at their mother, "Yes, he does."
"He's been warned Mum, from what we've been told by Luna. Harry is very protective of them."
Ron looked down at Harry still unable to move his arms or legs. "Some bloody friend you are Potter, you get all the money, all the fame and all the most beautiful girls. Why did you need to steal Hermione too."
The twins couldn't help but throw their hands over their eyes. "Bloody hell." They said in unison.
Harry pulled his arm back and pushed forward and the wall behind Ron began to crack. Hermione rushed to Harry's side. "Stop Harry, please let him go."
Fleur walked over to Harry, following Hermione's lead. "Yes Mon Cher, he's not worth it."
Harry moved his arm slowly down and began to huff as he felt completely drained. Ron fell to the floor landing face first. Hermione looked over at Ron angrily, she marched over to him "Listen to me Ronald Weasley and listen well, better than you have to our teachers." Ron looked up to see Hermione was at boiling point.
"Harry didn't steal me, MY choice was Harry. He didn't win me or steal me or used magic on me. I'm not a prize to be won. You not only have the emotional range of a teaspoon but it seems the memory as well."
Hermione grabbed Ronald by his shirt collar. "Harry's not rich or famous by choice, he unlike you or me, grew up without his mom and dad, they were taken from him by a demented evil wizard who killed them in cold blood. His Godfather was sent to the worst prison in the wizarding world. Instead of being jealous of Harry, show him a shred of the friendship he's shown you over the years."
Hermione let go of Ron and walked over to Harry. "Come on, let's go sit for a bit."
Harry nodded and the girls helped him to the couch. The twins looked at each other, both looking very pale.
"Brother?"
"Yeah Fred?"
"Let's make sure we stay on Hermione's and our benefactor's good side."
"Right you are brother, both are bloody scary."
Remus walked over to Harry. "That was an incredible display of wandless magic Harry. Where did you learn it."
Harry looked up. "Thanks Remus," Harry said feeling drained. Remus handed Harry some chocolate. Remus put his finger to his chin. "Seems that wandless magic you used has drained your magic a bit Harry. You will need to work on it. It would be helpful in battle, but we can't risk you getting drained if you were to fight Death Eaters."
Arthur walked over to Ron and picked him up by his shirt. Molly had never seen Arthur so angry, she ran over to his side, worried for her son. Arthur marched his son over to Harry and bowed as well as making Ron bow his head.
"I'm terribly sorry for my son's actions Lord Potter-Black. I was informed that you took your titles, which is why I had told my family they needed to be on their best behavior before we came."
Molly looked at Arthur. "Arthur, stop bowing and let Ron up he's hurt. He just got carried away and besides if Hermione was any decent girl she wouldn't be hanging around Harry draping herself over him with those others."
Hermione gasped as did everyone else in the room, Arthur looked at his wife shocked "Molly!"
Harry stood up his legs shaking, Hermione turned to see Harry struggling.
"Harry don't,"
"Oui Mon Cher, please sit down."
"No," Harry said standing up straight. "Molly Weasley. HOW DARE YOU! Earlier this summer, I warned you and Arthur what would happen to Ron if he were to attack Hermione again. I said I wasn't going to be as forgiving. You have not attacked them, but you DARED to insult them." Harry's stare grew colder, "Hermione is my bonded mate, as are the others. She is Lady Hermione Jean Potter, Fleur is Lady Black, Luna is Lady Slytherin and Susan is Lady Gryffindor. It is NOT you place to tell us how to live our lives. If it wasn't for all the Weasley's have done for me, I would declare blood feud."
"Do not dare insult them again. I must ask you and your youngest son to leave. NOW!" Despite what Harry had just said, she didn't take being yelled out well. She looked at Harry and initially paled greatly at the thought of a blood feud before turning the familiar shade of red. "I WILL NOT BE TALK-," Molly's mouth continued to move, but no sound was heard. When Molly realised she had been silenced, she turned to see Arthur and his wand was out.
"Molly, I'm the head of house and will not allow you to create further trouble for the family. Ronald was in the wrong as were you. Now we will return home and discuss this. I'll lift the charm then, am I understood." Arthur said in a no-nonsense tone.
Molly frowned and Arthur turned to Harry and bowed. "I apologise for my family again Lord Potter-Black. I hope we can still continue being friends."
Harry smiled. "Of course Mr. Weasley and please call me Harry, I'm sorry about my actions to members of your house, but I will defend my ladies."
Arthur nodded. "Of course Harry you were in the right. enjoy your birthday and hope to see you at Kings Cross."
Harry nodded and the Weasley's left. Fred and George said in unison. "See you on the train."
When the Weasley's left Sirius smiled. "Seems Arthur has found his spine, now I think that's been enough excitement for the evening. You all have to go to the train tomorrow and Harry I'm very proud of how you handled that, your actions were those of a head of house."
Harry nodded and received a kiss from Hermione and Fleur at the same time. Alphonse smiled. "Ok Fleur good night. We have to return to France so Gabi can be ready for the new year, be on your best behavior for Sirius please."
Fleur nodded, all the teens went to their room and they all fell asleep. With thoughts of tomorrow.
Chapter 45:
The Weasleys went home to the burrow, Arthur opened the door and pushed Ron through the door.
Arthur raised his wand and closed the door and undid the silencing charm on his wife.
"Weasley family meeting!"
Everyone seated around the kitchen table and Arthur looked at the table his hands grasped tightly together.
"Well family, I think we need to talk about what happened tonight, before we went to Sirius's house. I told you all to be on your best behavior since Harry took his title of Lord Potter and Lord Black."
Ron rolled his eyes which Arthur didn't miss. "Ronald Billius Weasley! do you have any idea what your actions could have caused?"
Ron remained silent and Arthur stood up. "Ronald, you could have caused a blood feud! Harry has been a good friend to you and the rest of the family. Harry could have called a blood feud or worse a duel. Harry used wandless magic to pin you to the wall. If he's this strong now there is no doubt in my mind he could be on par with Dumbledore soon."
Molly looked at Arthur. "Now Arthur, I think your being a little ridiculous Har-,"
Arthur glared at Molly. "No, I'm not Molly. You saw Harry tonight, you were no better. You insulted Hermione and the other girls there. Did you even pay attention who was there?"
Molly remained silent. "You single-handedly insulted Hermione who has helped Ron in school, the French ambassador's daughter Fleur, Amelia Bones' niece Susan and Herophilus's daughter Luna. Each one of those girls came from families that could make our lives harder. Now I expected the twins to make a joke, but they along with Ginny were on the best behavior I've ever seen."
Molly looked at Arthur about to say something when Arthur cut her off. "I'm talking Molly, you can't keep trying to run everything. Now I don't want to hear anything more about this family starting trouble for the Potters."
Molly frowned, "I'm Sorry Arthur."
Arthur nodded, Ron smiled and Arthur looked at Ron. "Don't be smiling lad, for the rest of the summer aside from your school work, you're going to be working this summer around the house and no magic."
Ron looked at his dad shocked. "But Dad!"
"No buts Ronald Weasley, a summer of hard work. Hard work is going to be your punishment for your misbehavior. Now hopefully, this will be the end of it, everyone go to bed."
Back at number twelve Grimmauld place, morning came and everyone was finishing their summer homework. Hermione, having finished hers already, was helping Luna and Susan. She was looking over Luna's when she noticed Harry sitting by the window, the book on Runes open in his hands.
She saw him, every once in a while, scribble something down. She finished looking over Luna's work and looked at her. "Very well done Luna."
Hermione walked over to Harry. "Harry, are you done your summer homework?"
Harry didn't respond as he was fixated on what he was reading. Hermione looked at him. "HARRY!"
Harry's head snapped up. "Huh?"
"Your summer homework, is it done?"
Harry set his quill down and looked over the different parchments and scrolls and handed them to Hermione. "Yeah, everything's done here."
Hermione looked over the work and after proof reading it, she looked at Harry surprised.
"Harry, this is incredible. This is better than anything I've ever seen you do. How long have you been able to do this kind of work?"
Harry remained stoic. "I've always been able to." He then frowned, "I just fudged my grades, because if I did better than Dudley I would-." Harry tensed up and Hermione was shocked.
"You would have been punished?"
Harry nodded. "Harry, you never need to worry about them ever again. Promise me you will always try this hard from now on please."
Harry looked into her eyes and nodded, Hermione walked around Harry and looked over his shoulder. Hermione's eyes widened. She saw Harry was working on runes but at the fifth year level."
"Harry this is amazing, where did you find all this?"
Harry looked at Hermione. "I kind of looked through your summer homework and found the homework for ancient runes. I didn't copy any of your answers, only the questions. I then looked through the books I got at the book store. It seemed difficult at first, but I got the hang of it. How does it look?"
Hermione looked it over the answers were correct from what she could tell.
"Harry you need to talk to McGonagall, you could join ancient runes instead of that awful divination class."
Harry nodded. " I was actually going to send her a letter with the work via Hedwig." Hermione lit up with excitement. "Come on then let's send it out now."
Harry nodded and he followed Hermione as they gathered the work and Hermione helped Harry write the letter. Once it was ready, Harry went to their room and got Hedwig, Harry opened the cage and Hedwig flew out.
"Hey Hedwig, I need you to take a letter to McGonagall." The owl, looked at Harry and Harry knew Hedwig was going to need some motivation. Harry reached into his pocket and pulled out a handful of owl treats.
"You can have all these when you come back." The Snowy owl hooted and Harry tied the letter and parcel to his owl. Hermione opened the window and the snowy owl took to the sky.
At Hogwarts, McGonagall was going over her lesson plan for the year when she heard a tapping on the window. She looked up to see the owl and walked over to the window and opened it and the owl flew in. McGonagall recognized the owl as being Hedwig, she took the letter and parcel.
She put on her glasses and opened the letter.
'Dear Professor McGonagall,
About my courses for the new school year, I would like to switch Divination for Ancient Runes. I know this is very sudden and that you may think I'm not prepared to take Ancient Runes. However, I have a confession to make. In my previous years I purposely fudged my grades because of a situation the head master wouldn't agree with. I know it may seem odd, but I would like to speak with you, if I may, before the school year to prove my point. I can do the work, I even sent Hedwig along with my study of runes. Hermione, who has helped me realise I need to start showing my potential, has looked over it and said Professor Babbling would be able to confirm if I was ready.
Hope your summer is going well
Harry Potter.'
Minerva, surprised by Harry's honesty, figured something was odd about her student's work. He did very well when in class in demonstrations but his work on paper always seemed odd. She thought for a moment and opened the parcel it was from what she could tell was advanced. She gathered up the work and placed it all back in the parcel and went in search of Bathsheba.
She went to the ancient runes class room and knocked on the door. Once she heard "Come in," Minerva opened the door and walked in.
Bathsheba was hard at work looking over the work that would be done over the year and she looked up and smiled. "Hello Minerva, I was just finishing up my lesson plan. Is there something I can help you with?"
Minerva smiled. "Well actually yes, there is a student who would like to transfer to your class."
Bathsheba looked at Minerva intrigued. "And who is this student?"
"Mr. Harry Potter."
Bathsheba 's eyes opened wide. "You mean your skillful seeker? He's a little late to be joining my class Minerva he would need to take my introductory course. Even then, he still wouldn't be able to catch up with the rest of the sixth years."
Minerva nodded. "Yes, normally, I would agree with you. However,one of your brightest students is willing to show Mr. Potters potential." Minerva said handing the runic professor the parcel.
Bathsheba looked at the parcel intrigued and looked over the papers. After reading them she paused for a moment.
Minerva looked at Bathsheba. "What is it Bathsheba?"
Bathsheba set the parcel down and looked at Minerva. "Minerva, this can't be his work, it's at the sixth year level. I would love to have him in my class if he is capable of this, but I want to test him before we let him in."
Minerva nodded. "I know where he is currently residing, we can send him a letter and set up for a day before school starts and test him."
Bathsheba nodded. "Sounds wonderful. I will prepare a test for him, if he passes then I will welcome him in."
Minerva nodded and returned to her classroom and wrote a reply and sent Hedwig.
Chapter 46.
Hedwig returned and Harry saw McGonagall's reply. He opened the letter and quickly read it.
"Dear Mr. Potter
Well, I certainly do not approve of you not giving your best work. We will discuss your future performance in the new school year to come. I have spoken with Professor Babbling who indicated you would be very welcome to her class. But. before you may enter her class. she wishes to test your skill in runes and I will be accompanying her to speak with you about not demonstrating your true potential. Please send the address for where you are staying.
Best wishes
Deputy headmistress and Professor
Minerva McGonagall."
Harry ran to show Hermione and the others. Harry ran down the stairs and found Hermione and the others in the dining room.
Hermione looked up from her book to Harry. "Harry, what is it?"
Harry smiled "Hermione, Professor McGonagall replied back."
Hermione got up and quickly ran over to Harry and looked at the letter. She then looked excitedly at him. "Harry, this is wonderful!"
Hermione threw her arms around his neck and kissed him. The others looked confused and Harry explained it.
Susan looked at Harry "I'm all for you trying your best Harry, I'm glad your nothing like the rumors, or like Ron, to be honest."
Harry looked at Susan confused. "Well, Ron doesn't look like he puts a lot of effort into his classes. Also, the way he looks at us girls, it's unsettling if I'm being honest."
Hermione nodded, having been on the wrong side of Ron's stares.
Fleur nodded. "Being Veela I'm used to being looked at with lust, but during the tournament… He looked at me and I felt as if I was being undressed."
Susan looked to Harry. "But it's nothing like how you look at us." Susan began blushing.
Hermione smiled "Yes the way you look at us is quite welcome."
Fleur nodded. "Oui, we are not trophies in your eyes. You look at us with loving intent."
The girls hugged Harry and Sirius walked in. "What a lovely sight, so what's the commotion?"
Harry explained about the course change and Sirius nodded "Good to hear you're actually applying yourself Harry. I'll send Professor McGonagall the address and I suggest you use this time to study."
Harry nodded and Hermione gathered what rune books she had and helped Harry study. The time ran late and Luna walked into the kitchen and she saw Fleur.
"Harry and Hermione still studying?"
Fleur looked over her shoulder. "Yes, I'm making Harry a minor pepper up potion which should help him stay awake long enough to study but won't keep him up all night."
Luna nodded. "Anything I can help with? Thanks to my mom, I have some knowledge in potion making."
Fleur nodded. "If you could help me prep the ingredients." Luna nodded and Susan walked in and yawned.
Fleur smiled, "here Susan." Fleur handed a cup of tea to Susan who took the cup and began to drink.
She soon smiled. "Wonder how tomorrow will be?"
Fleur smiled, "Harry will do his best, we need to be there and do our best to support him."
Luna and Susan nodded, meanwhile Harry looked at the rune book and with the other hand he drew the runic formulas.
Hermione was showing signs of being tired.
Harry sat his quill down. "Hermione, I think I'll be fine on my own, please go get some rest."
Hermione yawned. "No, I can manage, I promised I would help you - "
Harry smiled. "You have done more than enough, you need to sleep like everyone else does."
Before Hermione could argue, Harry put the runes book down and stood and picked up Hermione and carried to their bedroom.
Harry out her to bed and kissed her on the forehead and smiled. "Hermione, you have done enough, now please rest."
Hermione was soon asleep and Harry returned to his studies. He soon saw Fleur walk in with a potion vial.
Fleur handed Harry the potion vial "Pepper up potion to help keep you awake."
Harry smiled. "Thanks Fleur."
Fleur nodded, "of course Mon cher, come to bed soon."
Harry nodded and he drank the potion. He continued to study until he felt he was ready and went to bed. He opened the door to the bedroom and saw all his wives lying in bed asleep, all except Fleur. She looked at him and raised a single finger to her lip and he nodded and he quietly moved across the room. He removed his shirt and dropped his pants and climbed into the bed between Hermione and Fleur.
Once he was settled, it wasn't too long before he allowed himself to fall asleep.
Meanwhile, at Hogwarts, Professor Dumbledore was doing research. He was looking over ancient tomes that could only be found in the restricted section. He removed his glasses and wiped his eyes, still perplexed how Harry had changed over the beginning of summer.
The question was there, but the answer escaped him. He then looked at his desk and put his glasses back on. He then continued to work through the stack of books hoping to find his answer.
Morning had come and Harry was back to looking over the runic books, when the floo ignited.
Professor's McGonagall and Babbling came through, Harry and the girls walked over to the teachers. Professor McGonagall was surprised to see Hermione and the other girls.
"Ms. Granger, Ms. Lovegood, Ms. Bones, Ms. Delacour, what are you four doing here?"
Hermione looked to McGonagall. "It's a long story Professor."
Professor McGonagall commented, "Well I have the time, but Professor Babbling wishes to test Mr. Potter."
Professor Babbling walked towards Harry.
"Ahh Mr. Potter, are you ready for your test?"
Harry nodded. "Yes Professor Babbling."
Harry and Professor Babbling walked over to the dining room table, she placed the test in front of him. Harry picked up his quill, looking over the test, he smiled then began writing down his answers.
Once Harry completed the test, he looked it over satisfied he handed it to Professor Babbling.
The Professor looked over the test, she was amazed. McGonagall walked over to Professor Babbling.
"What is it? Didn't he pass?"
"Minerva, in all my years I have only seen two others who took my test and scored a nearly perfect score and now its three."
Professor Babbling looked to Harry. "Congratulations Mr. Potter on your score. You are one of three who have scored a near perfect score, along with Ms. Granger and your mother. I can't wait for you to join my class."
Harry thanked her and Professor Babbling returned through the floo. McGonagall looked at Harry "Now Mr. Potter, I believe we have somethings to discuss."
Harry nodded, he and Hermione informed their head of house of the details of what had happened over the course of the summer, only leaving out certain details.
Professor McGonagall looked at the two amazed. "So, your telling me Mr. Potter is now Lord Potter and is soul bonded to four witches, as well as being Lord of two of the four founding houses?"
Harry and Hermione nodded.
"And that the reason why Mr. Potter fudged his grades was so he wouldn't be punished by his relatives."
Harry and the girls nodded, Professor McGonagall looked skeptical and Harry looked at Hermione and the other girls. "Lets show her."
Harry and the girls revealed their rings and Professor McGonagall looked at the rings and was surprised although she remained mostly stoic before smiling. "Well then, some special arrangements are going to be needed before the school year starts. If you're soul bonded, I believe I can arrange something about the marriage quarters to be used."
"Thank you, professor."
McGonagall nodded and began walking to the floo and saw Sirius standing by the door. "You did very well Sirius in taking care of your godson."
Sirius nodded, "I made a promise to his parents that I intend to keep."
McGonagall was about to go through the floo but looked back to Harry "Lord Potter, I expect to see great things from you from now on."
Harry nodded and McGonagall disappeared through the floo.
Chapter 47.
Kings Cross soon became vastly populated and was very busy, Harry and the others arrived on the platform nine and three quarters. The Platform was busy with young witches and wizards and their families.
Harry and the others were getting everything ready to get on the train when Sirius looked at Harry and the others.
"Alright everyone, have a good time on the train and call us on the mirror when you arrive. Stay together and keep us informed if anything happens."
Everyone nodded, Sirius looked at Fleur. "Fleur, your father called me, Moony and I are working on connecting the mirrors with his, until then you're to owl your parents."
Fleur nodded, Sirius smiled. "Now get on the train before it leaves."
Harry and the girls nodded and got on the train. They were soon greeted by Fred and George and Angelina Johnson and Katie Bell. After speaking briefly they went to find a compartment that was empty.
They soon crossed paths with Malfoy, Crabb, Goyle and Parkinson.
Malfoy sneered, " Potter."
"Out of the way Malfoy, you know I'm a lord of house. If your smart, you will stay out of our way." Harry said with an icy tone.
"We will do as we please try and stop us and my father will hear about it."
Harry had enough and he grabbed Malfoy by his collar and pushed him against the wall. Crabbe, Goyle and Parkinson reached for their wands only to see four other wands pointed at them.
Hermione looked at Malfoy's gang. "Keep your hands off those wands."
Harry looked at Draco and pulled out his wand and put it just below Malfoy's chin. "Listen and listen well Ferret! Your dark lord loving, arse kissing father's opinion means less than Hippogriff dung to me. You insult my friends or my bonded mates again and you will see why I'm not afraid of you or your father and his master."
Malfoy paled greatly and Harry released the now frightened ferret and Malfoy stood up and ran off with his gang following close behind him.
Harry let out a breath he looked at the girls, seeing they were smiling.
He then opened the door to see the car was empty and he stepped to the side. "After you."
The girls smiled and walked into the car and Harry closed the door.
He sat down and Fleur took the seat next to him on the left and Hermione was on the right and Luna and Susan sat across from him.
They soon heard a knock on the door, Harry opened the door and saw the twins.
"We saw the ferret and his little gang."
"Are you all alright?"
Harry nodded. "Yes, I let him go."
The Twins looked at Harry surprised. "You serious?"
Harry smiled. "No he's back at Grimmauld Place."
The twins looked shocked. "Blimey brother, did we just hear our brilliant benefactor make a joke?"
"I believe we did my brother. If I wasn't here to see it, I wouldn't believe it. Fred, I do believe that the little ferret still needs to be taught a lesson."
Fred smiled. "I do believe you're right George. The Slytherins need to learn that us lions don't take shit from any Snakes."
Hermione looked at the twins. "Just Malfoy and his gang will be enough gentlemen."
The twins put on their best innocent faces. "Why of course, Lady Potter."
"We will do our best to keep the carnage to a minimum."
Hermione shook her head and the twins dashed off smiling.
Susan laughed. "If Draco wasn't so slimy, I would kind of feel sorry for him."
The others nodded; soon Ginny appeared at the door. Her tight shirt was open enough to show a bit of cleavage along with daisy duke shorts showing her legs. "Hello Harry," she said smiling sultrily, "is there any room for anyone else?"
Fleur looked at Ginny and her inner Veela shrieked, sensing the lust coming off the girl. She got up and looked at Ginny, "I'm sorry but we're full but I'm sure your brothers would love company."
Fleur then shut the door, Ginny stomped her foot and walked away. Fleur looked at the others. "That girl oozed lust. She still doesn't understand."
Ginny walked down the train car and reached into her bra and pulled out a vial. "Hmm we will see at the feast where Harry's attention is."
Meanwhile back in the car, Fleur locked the door and Hermione looked at Harry. "We still have a bit of the trip before we need to put our school robes on let's just rest."
Everyone nodded and used the extra time to sleep. Once they woke up, Hermione looked out the window and saw it was getting dark. She looked at the others. "We should change into our school robes, we will be arriving soon."
Everyone nodded, Harry reached up and grabbed each trunk and handed them to their owner. They opened their trunks and began putting on their school robes.
Harry was about to remove his wand holster when Hermione looked at him. "With Malfoy and the other Slytherins I would leave it on." Harry nodded and continued putting on his school robes.
Once they were dressed, they got off the train but not before hearing a small outburst. Harry opened the door to the carriage and everyone climbed in wondering what happened.
They made their way to the castle, once inside Harry felt the Gryffindor and Slytherin rings emanating energy. He suddenly had a feeling as if he were being welcomed home.
They all gathered in the great hall, they soon walked over to the end of the Gryffindor table and all sat down. Ron Weasley sent a glare at Harry and kept walking but the twins and Ginny sat by Harry and the others.
Fred and George were both smiling and Hermione, knowing something must have happened, asked. "Okay you two, fess up what happened?"
Fred looked at Hermione "Why Mrs. Potter you wound us with your accusation."
"Yes my dear brother is right, we haven't done anything much."
They then heard laughter echoing from the halls as Draco, Pansy, Crabbe and Goyle walked in with their school robes and their hair bright pink. Malfoy had a look as if he was about to kill someone. Hermione's eyes went wide and looked at the twins. "You didn't?"
"Of course we didn't, well not so anyone can prove." The twins said, holding back their laughter, unlike the others. They then heard the familiar voice of the potions master scolding Malfoy and his gang. With a wave of Snape's wand, Malfoy and the others were changed back to normal.
Dumbledore stood up and the room fell silent.
Everyone looked at the bronze owl podium as the headmaster was walking towards it. The owl opened its wings and Dumbledore looked at the room.
"Good evening everyone. I would like to welcome you all to Hogwarts. To our returning students, welcome to another year. To our new students, welcome to the school. We also wish to welcome our new defense against the dark arts teacher Professor Dolores Umbridge."
Everyone applauded and the woman giggled. "I am sure you all will join me as I wish her good luck. Now, as usual, our caretaker has asked me to." Umbridge stood up and interrupted Dumbledore.
Harry looked at Hermione and spoke in a low tone. "What is she doing here? She works with Fudge." Hermione looked at Harry. "Yes she was at Sirius's trial." As Dumbledore continued speaking, he heard "Ahem." He turned to see the new Professor walking to the center podium.
"Thank you, Headmaster, for those kind words of welcome. How lovely to see all your bright happy faces smiling up at me," Only no one was smiling at the new Professor.
Dolores looked at the room. "I'm sure we're all going to be very good friends."
The twins looking unimpressed, but it was Luna who spoke up, "not likely." Everyone looked at Luna,as she was looking at Umbridge and she couldn't see anything favorable in this new Professor.
"The Ministry of Magic has always considered the education of young witches and wizard to be of vital importance. Although each Headmaster has brought something new to this historic school." She nodded to Dumbledore who returned her nod before she continued.
"Progress for the sake of progress must be discouraged. Let us preserve what must be preserved, perfect what can be perfected and prune practices that ought to be prohibited."
Everyone clapped softly, Dumbledore retook the podium. "Thank you Professor Umbridge, that really was most illuminating."
Fred looked at Umbridge. "Illuminating? What a load of waffle!" George shook his head. "Yes about as Illuminating as Filch when he tries to catch us."
Hermione frowned and looked at Harry and the other girls. "The Ministry is going to interfere with Hogwarts. Best we stay on our toes."
The others agreed and soon Professor McGonagall walked over to them, surprised to see Susan and Luna sitting at the lions table. "Well I'm not saying anything about you two sitting at this table. We actually encourage students to make friends with other people of different houses it's time for you to see your room."
Chapter 48.
McGonagall lead Harry and the girls down a hall until they reached Gryffindor tower. McGonagall stopped in front of the painting of a proud looking lion.
McGonagall looked at the lion. "Hello Aslan."
The lion looked at McGonagall. "Good evening Deputy Headmistress." The lion said as he bowed his head.
Hermione's head snapped up and she looked at the lion and then at the Professor.
"Aslan?" she asked the professor with wide eyes.
Professor McGonagall smiled, "Mr Lewis was a squib, his younger brother Peter and Peter's friends Susan, Edmund and Lucy found a vanishing cabinet here that had a twin in and area at the far end of what is now the forbidden forest. They did indeed meet a number of magical creatures there, but nothing like the stories Mr Lewis wrote. The area around the other cabinet was in is indeed called Narnia. Peter and his friends, Gryffindors all, would come and chat to Aslan."
Hermione's jaw dropped, "Narnia is real?"
"Not really," said the professor gently, "but yes, a place by that name exists. Peter showed his brother his memories of it in their family Pensieve. Mr. Lewis could hardly use the name Pensieve, so they became the Pevensie children."
McGonagall smiled back as Aslan. "If you would please allow the door to be opened so that young Lord Potter and his ladies may enter."
The lion growled. "You know I can't, only those who share his blood may enter and grant access to others."
McGonagall nodded, remaining stoic. "I understand that Aslan, but a new heir has been found."
Aslan growled again "Impossible, his last heir perished. Died in battle defending the castle against a dark wizard."
Aslan paused. "Although there was a rumor of her bearing a single daughter who escaped with the child's father."
McGonagall nodded and stepped aside and looked at Harry. "Mr. Potter, please step forward."
Harry stepped forward and Aslan looked at him. "Your very brave boy, McGonagall says you're a lord. A bit young in my opinion but your eyes seem familiar."
Harry felt nervous and looked back at the girls. Hermione looked at Harry. "Show him Harry."
Harry looked at Aslan. "Aslan, I am Lord Harry James Potter. Son of James and Lily Potter and the descendant and heir of the founder Godric Gryffindor and I ask to be granted entrance."
Aslan looked at Harry impressed. "Very well boy. If you truly are his descendant then stand true and show me you're his heir by revealing his ring."
Harry revealed the Gryffindor ring and showed it to Aslan.
The lion gazed at the ring. "Aye, you're true to your word. I shall open the door but you must give me a password."
Harry looked at Aslan. "Okay, Gryffindor's courage."
Aslan nodded. "I suggest if you wish to keep things peaceful, you set a ward."
Harry, impressed by Aslan's suggestion, agreed.
Harry and everyone entered and another portrait of Aslan hung on the wall. The lion smiled "Welcome to the chambers of Godric Gryffindor."
Harry and the girls marveled in awe, it looked like the common room. Hermione opened a far door and saw a bath as big as a small pool.
Fleur opened a door and found a large bedroom and the bed was large and had four pillars. Luna looked and saw a book shelf and called Hermione.
Hermione ran to Luna and saw a bookshelf filled with different books some looking quite old.
Harry was amazed by the room and heard Aslan call to him. "Lord Gryffindor."
Harry turned to Aslan. "Yes Aslan?"
"Touch the ring to my frame and the ward will be tuned to your magic."
Harry revealed his ring and touched the frame, runes appeared around the frame and they glowed. Aslan smiled. "The ward is set, welcome to your rooms."
Harry smiled. "Thank you Aslan."
Harry turned to McGonagall. "Professor, this room is-"
"Astonishing and a piece of history. I am to assume you all don't need to reminded about how to treat things properly?"
Everyone nodded and McGonagall looked at Aslan. "Aslan, they have had a long night. I'll go and assign a house elf to bring them their trunks."
Aslan nodded and the door opened. McGonagall nodded in reply and turned and departed, leaving Harry and the ladies to themselves.
Harry took a seat and sighed. "Things will not be easy this year, will they?"
Hermione shook her head. "Unfortunately, I think not Harry. We will need to be careful this year."
Everyone nodded, Fleur smiled. "What I would like to know is how no one looked at me in the great hall? It was a lot better than last year."
Hermione thought for a moment. "You're right, the twins didn't seem affected by your allure."
Fleur smiled. "Don't get me wrong, I'm glad I'm not everyone's desire again, being Veela is tough."
Luna thought for a moment then spoke up. "The bond."
Hermione looked at Luna. "What Luna?"
Luna looked at the room. "Think about it, we all have been changed by the bond in one or more ways. Maybe it's thanks to Harry your Allure might be dampened or hidden."
Fleur thought for a moment and smiled "Well if that is the case then I won't always have to worry about my allure causing trouble. We can test later to see if I can still use it if I will it."
The girls laughed and Fleur looked at Harry and then smiled. She then got up and walked over to the bathroom and saw the pool.
She turned back to Harry and smiled and reached for the hem of her shirt. She pulled it up over her head and dropped it on the floor. She then removed her skirt and was soon in her knickers.
Luna looked at Fleur. "What are you doing Fleur?"
"Well, with all the things that happened today, I want to soak in that glorious pool Gryffindor called a tub. Whoever wants to can join me."
Fleur walked over to Harry and reached behind her back and undid her bra and pulled it off and made sure Harry had saw it was now in her hand. She shoved it into his chest and Harry grabbed it.
Fleur then removed her thong and put it in his hand along with her bra. She smiled. "Come join me Mon cher, I'll be waiting."
She kissed him and then ran into the bathroom.
Hermione and the other girls were shocked while Harry was stunned.
Susan looked at the girls. "Are we just going to let her one up us like that?"
Hermione shook her head. "Absolutely not."
Hermione and Susan both then began to strip and Harry looked at Luna. "This is crazy, right Luna?"
Harry then saw Luna had already stripped herself of her knickers and smiled. "Well, coming Harry?"
Harry watched ad Luna ran off and Susan and Hermione were now naked and also ran into the bathroom.
Harry then heard Aslan speak up. "Lord Gryffindor, if Godric was here do you know what he would say?"
Harry shook his head. Aslan, with what Harry could only assume was a laugh, replied. "Where is your courage Lad! Get in there."
Harry smiled and the girls were looking at him though the door, watching.
Harry smiled, loosened his tie and tossed it to the side. He removed his shirt and then his pants and as he got through the door, his boxers and hoped into the tub.
They relaxed as the hot water allowed the stress of the day to melt away.
After they were ready to leave the pool, they found five robes just by the door. Everyone slipped on a robe and left the bathroom and found all their trunks waiting for them.
Susan looked at the portrait of Aslan and asked, "Aslan who brought our trunks?"
The lion nodded. "It was that rather eager house elf Dobby."
Harry looked at Aslan. "Dobby?"
They soon heard a pop and turned to see the house elf.
"Mr. Harry Potter calls Dobby? What can Dobby do to help Mr. Harry Potter sir?"
Harry looked at the eager house elf. "Dobby, it's just Harry and I'm sorry no I didn't call you. Did you really bring our trunks?"
Dobby nodded enthusiastically. "Yes Dobby did, Professor Tabbycat asked who would like to help. Dobby volunteered, Dobby would love to be the great Harry Potter's house elf."
Hermione looked at Dobby. "Dobby, I thought you enjoyed being a free elf?"
"Mrs. Potter, Dobby does enjoy being freed from former bad masters, but would like to be Mr. Harry Potter's elf."
Luna looked at Harry "Take him as your elf Harry, Dobby seems eager about it. Plus Kreacher could definitely use the help."
Fleur nodded, Harry looked at Hermione who frowned but nodded.
Harry looked at Dobby. "Fine Dobby, I'll accept you as my house elf, but you are to take two days off a week and accept a two galleon wage."
Dobby tapped on his chin. "Dobby will only accept one day off a month and one sickle."
Harry frowned. "Final offer one galleon or it's no deal."
Dobby nodded and Harry stuck out his hand and the two shook. Harry looked at Dobby, "I, Lord Potter, accept Dobby the house elf to be admitted as a house elf to the family Potter."
Harry's head of house ring appeared and glowed and Dobby's cloth soon was replaced with a uniform with the House Potter crest. Dobby thanked Harry.
Once that was done, Harry and the girls took their trunks into the bed room. Harry opened his trunk and got out the mirror Sirius had given him and quickly called the marauder and updated him on the day's events. Once that was done, Hermione moved her trunk near one of the wardrobes and turned to see Harry was laying on the bed, nearly fast asleep. Hermione smiled and the girls all climbed on the bed and got close to Harry allowing themselves to drift off to sleep.
Chapter 49.
It was morning and Harry had woken to find himself entangled with his women. He smiled as he untangled himself. He looked at the clock and saw there was still time before breakfast. He got up and quickly dressed in his school robes.
He walked out only to be greeted by Aslan. "Good morning Lord Gryffindor."
"Morning Aslan."
Aslan looked at Harry. "Lord Potter, a word if you don't mind?"
"No of course not Aslan, please."
Aslan nodded. "Since the dying of the previous heir to the title of Lord Gryffindor, a spell was placed on the sword. So when a Gryffindor would need its aid it would appear before that member of his house. Now that there is a new Lord Gryffindor, it's time the sword to return to its proper owner."
Harry frowned. "Dumbledore will never let me take it."
Aslan growled. "The headmaster wishes hold no sway over the sword. Call to it, Lord Gryffindor the blade will heed its master's call."
Harry nodded, he heard the bedroom door open and four sleepy looking girls walked out dressed for the day. Harry looked at the girls and smiled. "Ready for breakfast?"
Harry looked at the lion. "Open the door Aslan, we're heading for breakfast."
Aslan nodded and opened the door and looked at Harry "Remember what I said Lord Gryffindor." Harry nodded and they all walked down to the great hall.
They entered into the great hall and sat down at the Gryffindor table. Soon Ginny and the twins sat by Harry and the girls. Ron walked by and saw Luna, Susan and Fleur sitting at the table again. "Bloody hell, why are they sitting at the Gryffindor table?"
Harry looked at Ron. "Professor McGonagall had no problems with them sitting here Ron, move on and go eat." While Harry and the others were distracted by Ron's actions, Ginny reached into her shirt and pulled out a pink vial and poured it into Harry's pumpkin juice.
Ron was about to say something but noticed Harry's hand was on his wand holster and he was a twitch away from being hexed. Ron turned the familiar shade of Weasley red before stomping off.
She watched as Harry reached for the goblet without looking, she smiled. Harry put the goblet to his lips and began taking a long drink from the goblet.
When Harry finished he placed the goblet down and looked at Hermione and smiled. Ginny was confounded by how Harry still wasn't looking at her.
Suddenly the ceiling came to life, filling with clouds that began to swirl. Everyone gazed up and a ball of light came down from the center. Everyone covered their eyes as the great hall erupted with a bright and blinding light. Only when the light had faded did they look to see a woman in a white toga with long golden hair had appeared.
Dumbledore rose up from his chair and looked at the woman. "Welcome to Hogwarts, I am the headmaster Albus Dumbledore and I would like to know who you are and how you passed our wards?"
The woman looked at Dumbledore and she gave him an icy glare and raised a single finger. "Don't think you can order the likes of me you foolish old wizard. As to who I am -"
One girl sitting at the Slytherin table spoke up. "Oh my goddess Hecate, you're Aphrodite." The blonde girl said before bowing. Hermione looked to see Daphne Greengrass, amazed she knew who Aphrodite was.
Aphrodite smiled. "Thank you young witch, such knowledge of the ancient queens."
Dumbledore paled at the drop of the goddesses name, Ginny paled instantly. Aphrodite turned to the Gryffindor table only to look over her shoulder. "As to how I passed those wards, it was easy for a goddess to pass through. Hecate could drop the wards with just a single glance."
Aphrodite turned back to the Gryffindor table. "Come out at once, Ginevra Weasley, I am wroth with you! Ginny tried to hide, only to appear before Aphrodite.
"Child, do you have any idea what you tried to meddle in?"
Ginny shook her head. "I aided in the crafting of a bond between one Harry Potter and his ladies and you dared try to pry your way into that bond? Foolish child! I know you were swayed by your mother, but you know the penalties for line theft on this world?" Ginny paled greatly and Aphrodite smiled in satisfaction as Ginny realised the seriousness of what she had done. The goddess turned to Harry, "Lord Potter, will you allow me to administer justice?" Harry just nodded, knowing she would be fair "Who am i to deny a goddess."
Aphrodite turned back to Ginny only to be interrupted by the Headmaster. "This is just a young girl's infatuation, Harry must learn to forgive."
Aphrodite's eyes narrowed. "Harry has already forgiven her. This is about justice, a concept you appear to be unfamiliar with as you continually allow others here to escape it. You continually preach second chances for those who show no remorse as you seek to atone for your own errors." At this Dumbledore paled.
"Do you really wish to continue this conversation?" asked Aphrodite archly.
The headmaster shook his head and sat back down, head bowed and looking all of his years.
Aphrodite turned back to Ginny. "Eos fell for Ares and so I placed a curse on her. Do you know what happened?"
Ginny shook her head and Aphrodite smiled and waved her hand at her. "Eos's curse was she would fall for young men, like the potion you so miserably tried on Harry to steal his affection. You will know her curse and it will only be lifted when you find someone who will truly love you. Also a gift for you."
With that, Ginny's hair became scarlet, as her blouse became tighter and tighter two buttons popped off. Ginny gasped her skirt lifted higher and her lips became bright red. Her hair suddenly became much longer.
Aphrodite smiled and vanished. Ginny stood there, all the guys were looking at her except Harry and her brothers. Ginny was spooked, but their stares secretly excited her.
Her heart raced, she then looked at Draco and even though the ferret disgusted her the look he was giving her thrilled her. She quickly dashed out of the great hall, disturbed about how she felt.
Harry looked at the girls. "Remind me never to upset Aphrodite." The other girls nodded, Neville walked over. "Hey guys did you see Ginny, she looked incredible, not that she didn't already look incredible."
Hermione looked at Neville surprised. "I didn't know you liked Ginny, Nev."
Neville frowned. "Yeah, but she wouldn't like me come on I'm barely a wizard."
Harry looked at him. "Neville, take my word for it, you just need to apply yourself and build your confidence."
Neville frowned and Hermione looked at him. "Neville, trust me, confidence can take you far. look to Fred and George." Neville turned to see Fred and George, he could see the twins joking around and Angelina and Katie were both laughing at the twins.
Hermione smiled. "Those Jokers have a fan club, just not as big as Harry's."
Neville smiled and Harry said. "I think you just need help, I could help you in Defense. I find that to be the easiest and I think you could pick it up easily as well."
Neville nodded. "Thanks Harry, You know our dads had an alliance between Potters and Longbottoms. Gran heard about you becoming Lord Potter and said I should reopen the alliance."
Harry thought for a moment and stuck out his hand. "Sounds like a plan Neville."
Neville and Harry shook hands and they continued to eat their breakfast.
Chapter 50.
Once breakfast was over, Harry and the girls rose from the Gryffindor table. Luna had herbology and Susan had charms and was going with Fleur. Harry and Hermione walked to Defense class.
In the defense class everyone became seated and Padma released a paper swallow and enchanted it to fly around the room. Everyone kept it flying until it suddenly ignited and turned to ash. Everyone turned to see Professor Umbridge had entered the room.
"Good morning children," the professor said in a sickening sweet voice. "Ordinary. Wizarding. Level. Examinations. O.W.L.'s more commonly known as Owls. Study hard and you will be rewarded, fail to do so and your punishment will be quite severe." With a wave of the professor's wand, books began to fly off the table and go to the student's.
"Your previous instruction in this subject have been disturbingly uneven. You will be pleased to know that, from now on, you will be following a carefully structured ministry approved course of defense."
Hermione having quickly glanced at the book was appalled and raised her hand. Professor Umbridge looked at her and smiled "Yes?"
"There isn't anything in here about using defensive spells?"
Professor Umbridge frowned. "Using spells?" she laughed. "I can't imagine why you would need to use spells in my classroom."
Ron looked at Umbridge. "We're not going to be using magic?"
"You will be learning how to use defensive spells in a secure and risk-free way,"
Harry looked at the Professor. "What use is that? If we're going to be attacked it won't be risk free." Umbridge turned her back to him and loudly announced. "Student's must raise their hand before they can speak in my class." She walked to the front of the room and turned around.
"It is the view of the ministry that a theoretical knowledge will be enough to get you through your examinations which after all is what school is all about."
Harry not able to stomach what he was hearing spoke out. "And how is theory going to protect us from what's out there?"
Umbridge smiled. "There is nothing out there dear, who do you imagine would attack children like yourself?"
"Oh I don't know thieves, assassins, maybe Lord Voldemort." Harry said unable to hide his sarcasm.
Suddenly the room had fallen silent at the mention of the dark lord's name. Hermione looked around and saw everyone remaining silent.
Umbridge looked at her class, as the ministry's secretary she had to rein in the class "Now let me make this quite plain, you have been told that a certain dark wizard is at large once again." She said walking down the aisle. "This is a lie."
Harry stood up. "It's not a lie! I saw him, I fought him."
"DETENTION Mr. Potter!"
"So according to you Cedric Diggory dropped dead on his own accord then?"
"Cedric Diggory's death was a tragic accident."
"IT WAS MURDER, HE WAS KILLED BY VOLDEMORT. YOU MUST KNOW,"
"ENOUGH!"
The room became silent and Umbridge looked at her class. "Now Mr. Potter, see me later, my office. We shall discuss your insane idea of the dark lord's return. No doubt the idea was implanted in your head by that scoundrel Sirius Black. Why it wouldn't surprise me if we see his long awaited return to Azkaban."
Harry rose out of his chair and Hermione grabbed his arm and he looked at her and she shook her head. After classes were through, Harry and Hermione returned to Godric's private suite where they were soon joined by the others.
Fleur looked at Harry shocked. "She said what about Sirius?"
Hermione nodded, Luna looked at Harry. "And she tried to hide the fact Voldemort has returned?"
"Yes Luna, the whole thing is absurd. " Hermione said as she then sat by Harry.
Aslan frowned. "Yes, if what you said is true and that retch of Salazar Slytherin has returned, you must not allow this to be swept under the carpet."
Harry nodded, Hermione looked down to see his hand was shaking and she reached down and intertwined her fingers with his.
Susan looked at Harry. "When is your detention?"
"Soon, I have to go to the classroom." Harry said sadly, Fleur frowned. "We shall go too, I don't trust that ministry bitch."
Susan frowned. "Hey, my aunt works for the ministry too."
Fleur frowned. "Oh I'm sorry Susan, please forgive me."
Susan nodded "Besides, she can't be a ministry bitch when she already looks like a toad."
The room erupted in laughter and Hermione looked at Susan. "Susan, I never heard you say anything like that before."
Susan smiled and shrugged. "What can I say? I do have a sense of humor."
Harry looked at his ladies. "How are you all going to go with me, you would need my invisibility cloak and even then, I doubt it can fit everyone."
Hermione thought for a moment. "Fleur and I can go under the cloak , while Luna and Susan stay outside."
Everyone nodded and Harry pulled out the cloak and everyone left for the defense class.
Professor Umbridge sat in her pink office decorated with her kitten plates making a tea, when suddenly she heard a knock on the door.
"Come in."
Harry opened the door and Hermione and Fleur while under the cloak went in first and Harry walked in and closed the door.
"Good evening Mr. Potter. Sit."
Harry walked in and Umbridge watched him. "You're going to be doing some lines for me today." Harry reached into his robe for a quill and Umbridge spoke up. "No, not with your Quill, you will be using a somewhat special one of mine."
Umbridge got out from behind her desk and walked over to Harry. She handed him a long and thin black quill that looked extremely sharp.
Fleur looked at the Quill and recognized it being like that of the Goblins in the Gringotts bank only more sinister. Hermione confused, whispered. "Where's the ink? Harry couldn't possibly write with it."
Fleur paled. "Unless it writes with something else." She watched Harry pick up the quill and prepare to write with it. She quickly came out from under the Cloak. "Mon Cher, don't write with that quill."
Umbridge looked at the sudden appearance of Fleur. "What is the meaning of this?"
Fleur pulled out her wand and pointed it at Umbridge. "No, what's the meaning of this?" Fleur said grabbing the Quill from Harry's hand.
She quickly moved her wand over it and suddenly she looked at Umbridge appalled. "This is a dark object crafted with dark magic!" Hermione came out from under the cloak. " Which is a forbidden object in Hogwarts and a clear violation of the rules. Also attempting to use it on as a form of punishment is forbidden, not to mention illegal."
Fleur was outraged. "This Quill is based on the ones at Gringotts bank, they both use blood to write but this if you write too much will carve its way into the writer's flesh."
Hermione and Harry's eyes grew wide at the site of the Quill.
Umbridge smiled "As the Ministers secretary, I was tasked with silencing the notion of the Dark Lord's return and allowed to use any means if necessary."
Harry became so angry the very air began to move around violently in the room. All the kittens on the plates ran.
Harry raised his hand. "A threat has appeared in Hogwarts, heed to Lord Gryffindor's call."
Hermione and Fleur as well as Umbridge watched as the ring of Gryffindor revealed itself.
In Dumbledore's office, Fawkes watched as the sword of Gryffindor began to glow and vanish. Back in Umbridge's office, Harry reached out and the sword of Godric Gryffindor appeared in his hand. Harry pointed the sword at Umbridge. "Professor Umbridge as not only Lord Gryffindor but Lord Potter, Lord Black and Lord Slytherin, you attempted harm to the head of not one but four families. I now have the right to challenge you to a Duel. I win your out if I lose then I will take any punishment you deemed fit."
Hermione frowned. "Harry, no don't."
Fleur placed a hand on Hermione's shoulder. "It's too late, by magical law Harry has called the challenge. Professor Umbridge has no choice but to accept."
Professor Umbridge nodded. "Fine I know exactly what to do with a troublesome child like you."