She is a flirt. But she is the loveliest woman. She is my godmother you know. Mummy and her were good friends in school. She has been of great help when daddy died. Oh I wish to see her." I think for a bit and grin.
"I can take you out whenever you want. I recently got something very great from the twins." I showed her the map as I suddenly felt the room's magic flare slightly as the map Glows white with magic before fading. I raise an eyebrow and touch the map speaking the incantation. Ink spread out but instead of the map, words started to write itself in the most elegant penmanship I've ever seen.
The ink slowly fades away as I repeat the words over in My head as I look up and close my eyes and reach out with my magic. Feeling the room surround me lovingly in an embrace I smile softly. The wall warps and shifts as a plain wooden door that was dyed a deep blue appears as I walk towards it and place my hand on it. It slowly opens to a small study. A beautiful ornate desk made of silver wood. With a single journal on it. I walk over and see it has no writing and I pick it up as it is Warm to the touch and I flip through it and see writings of spells. Rituals. And calculations.
'To my beloved wizard.
For you who have granted nothing but kindness to those here at Hogwarts. I deem you worthy to know the greatest secret of my room.
I created this room as a personal Study of mine. Where what I needed was brought to me just with a thought. I love magic. I love learning new magic. In this room you will find my only journal I have written. It contains my personal spells that I have crafted. Do with them what you will. But I know you will use them for good, my wizard.
My room is yours. Treat her well. And you will be taken care of in return.
Rowena'
Closing the book I place it back down. "This shall never leave this room. Only those Rowena has deemed worthy shall have access to this room. So I say. So it shall be." The room itself fluctuates as the magic flows around the walls and the door as I turn and walk out. The door stays on the wall but a wave of magic washes over it. Walking back to Luna I see she looks at me with a smile and then behind me with a tilt to her head before looking back at me.
I sit down next to her and she cuddles into my side as I relax. "Where is your mother taking you for the holidays Luna?"
"She received a letter from a friend in Japan. They found a set of tracks from the Crumple Horned snorkack. We leave as soon as she picks me up from the station. I do hope we find it." I chuckle.
"You will. Someday. Never give up hope." I hear shuffling as Ginny collapses next to me on the couch. "And how is training?"
Ginny closes her eyes as she leans against me. "I have gotten 'Bombarda' down. I just need to work on my stamina." She says. Luna Reaches over and takes a hold of Ginny's hand.
"You will get there." Luna says with a smile. She leans against me as she closes her eyes, content in the world.
-Last day before Holiday-
After finishing Breakfast I am walking with Luna back towards the common room to grab her bag. I walk with her down towards the carriages as she will sit with Neville. She hugs me tight. "I'll miss you. Remember to write. I'll have your gift ready when I come back. I want to give it to you myself." She looks up at me. I smile and nod.
"I can't wait then. I will send Hedwig to you. No need for an address. She will find you." Luna nods as she looks contemplative.
"Hedwig is too smart for an Owl. Maybe she is descended from Athena's Familiar." She taps her chin with a finger in thought. I raise an eyebrow.
"Athena? The goddess of war and strategy? The Greek God? Hmmm. Her sacred animal Was an Owl. Wait. You said Hecate was real. Oh jeez. Does that mean the Greek gods are real? Damn now I have to protect you from their lecherous gaze." I say with a frown. I start muttering about wards and protection charms. Luna just giggles and takes my head in her hands and pulls me down to her 4'10 height and kisses my cheek.
"Don't think too hard now. I will miss you my Harry." And with that she skips to the carriage and Neville helps her in and we wave to each other before he gets in. I watch the carriage bundle down towards the station before turning around and bumping into someone as the person falls and I reach out and catch them behind their back as I look down into pale violet eyes and beautiful midnight hair in a Bob cut with her cute upturned nose. We stare at each other as I see red creep up Pansy's neck to her ears as she opens and closes her mouth.
"Are you okay Pansy? You aren't hurt are you?" She looks at me and then My lips and back at me before slowly shaking her head.
"No. You saved me from falling Po… Harry ." She says and I feel a tingle in my spine when she breathes out my name. I stare into Her eyes as we are locked in an embrace for I don't know how long.
"Potter!" We jump apart as we both have a huge blush. I see her move some hair behind her ear as she looks at her shoes. Draco walks up with a stern look as I notice a lot of students are staring at us and whispering. "Step away from her." He says sternly but I can see his eyes hiding a great deal of amusement. Pansy steps backwards and stands next to him. Students back away thinking we are gonna pull our wands. I stare at Draco and then at Pansy who shyly looks at me before looking down at her shoes again.
"Sorry about that. I was the one at fault. I didn't watch Where I was going. Let's move past this because today is the start of the holiday." I say as Draco thinks for a bit and then nods.
"Yes. Those of us have somewhere to be. Important places to be. I will be at the ministry ball. Father has plans to bring to the attention of our minister." He says arrogantly. He motions for Pansy to head to the carriage before walking and bumping my shoulder as he slips a small piece of paper in my pocket. After walking away back to the castle I happen to meet Daphne and Tracy as they are walking with Astoria towards the Carriages. Astoria Beams at me and hurries forward and gives me a big hug as I chuckle and pat her head as she nuzzles my belly subtly.
"Have a great holiday Tori." I say as she giggles.
"You too Harry." She looks up at me and Beams. Patting her hair she releases me as Daphne has a weird Look on her face as she stares at me before she motions For Tracey who looks around and then nods to Daphne.
Daphne walks up to me and looks up slightly. She is very tall for her age. 5'5 if I'm not mistaken. Just a couple inches shorter than me. "Potter. I received your parchment. You could have just handed it to me. We do share classes. But I understand why you did what you did. The materials you asked for are already here. Go To the fourth floor old charms classroom. And you will see a broken desk by the third window on the right. It is hidden under a 'notice me not' charm but it will fade away by midnight tonight. I expect payment by the time I reach home tonight." she looks around and nods to Tracy who takes Astoria away to the carriages as Astoria waves goodbye to me. I wave bye to her with a smile before I feel a soft slender hand grip my neck as I am suddenly forced against the wall and a glowing red tip of a wand is pointed at my family jewels. My heart stops beating as I gulp before looking into a furious storm of Daphne's gray eyes. "What game are you playing ? How do you know about our family's curse? I swear to the old gods and new if you harm one hair on astorias head I will kill you." she hisses out as I feel her magic spike as she makes her vow and I feel the tendril of her magic pierce my chest and wrap around my heart. I shiver at the feel of her magic. Like a stream down a mountain. Turbulent but contained. I shiver again as I look into her eyes, I raise my left hand that has my wand pointed at her chest as she blinks in shock not seeing it.
"I swear on my magic. I will never harm Astoria Greengrass." As my wand flares white before magic swirls around me before it flows into her chest as I see her eyes dilate as she breathes in deep feeling my vow takes hold of her. She slowly lowers her wand before releasing my neck. I don't rub it as I crack my neck and flick my wrist holstering my wand again. She takes a step back before adjusting her uniform. I lean against the wall looking at her as I try to word what I am going to say in my head.
"I am magic sentient." I start slowly. Daphne blinks as she widens her eyes. Nodding. "I can feel magic in the air. In a person. In animals. That is why I do so well in practicals. I can make my magic do what I want how I will. I am not smart enough to understand the how's or why's though. That's why I have Hermione. Did Astoria tell you how she and I met for the first time?" Daphne shakes her head. "I found her in an abandoned classroom crying." I see her eye twitch. "Apparently some of her year mates were making fun of her for not doing well on the practical side of charms and DADA. Aurora took a liking to her so she decided to be with her. And the bullying stopped. I'm sure Aurora had something to do with it. She is a vicious princess when she wants to be. Anyways. I helped Astoria a little and when I touched her shoulder. I felt it. It was disgusting. Someone that pure should never have to deal with that. Vile parasite. And that is what it is, Miss Greengrass. The Curse as you put it is a very dark and very malevolent parasite. Whoever cursed your family literally used his soul as a base for it."
Daphne stumbles back as she breathes deeply with a pale face as she leans against the wall for support. She looks at me with a wide-eyed face. "Are you sure of this? This is no joke is it?" she grasps desperately. I shake my head as I walk over to her and conjure a cup and fill it with an 'Aguamenti' charm as she takes it and drinks. Some color returned to her face. "If what you say is true. I will need to speak to Father about this.he must be aware of this. We have spent fortunes on finding a cure. To think that soul magic was the cause. There are no books. Nothing on soul magic… How did you come by this information?"
I rub the back of my neck. "I cannot tell you. I would but I cannot." I leave my wording broad hoping to guide her in a different direction as she looks at me and nods.
"Family magic. I understand. I had no idea the Potters delved into soul magic. I will not speak a word of this to anyone. Let me talk to my father. Do you have any way for me to summon your Owl? She seems to be special in which she can bypass wards. I am sure she will have ways to not be intercepted. This can never reach others ears." I nod as I hold my arm up as Daphne looks at my arm as she suddenly hears a hoot as a flash of white appears in the corner of our vision as Hedwig glides around us before perching herself on my arm. She stares at Daphne with a smug Look. Or what looks like a smug Look on an Owl.
"She is amazing." Hedwig preens as I roll my eyes.
"You don't need to do that. She has a big enough head as is." I feel a sharp nip at my ear as I wince as Hedwig stares at me before turning her head and flapping once before landing on Daphne's shoulder. "Ow. Damn girl. I was joking. You know you are the only one for me." Hedwig hoots in indignation before turning to Daphne, sizing her up before nipping her ear before flying away and vanishing when Daphne blinked.
"She just marked you. All you need to do is raise your arm like how I did. She will come." Daphne nods.
"Thank you. I have much to think about. Is. Is there anything you can do about this?" She asks softly.
I sigh and close my eyes. "There may be a way. But it requires a sacrifice on my part. I don't know if it will affect her. I need to read more. But I swear. I have only her well being in my interest." Daphne stares at me before nodding.
"Very well then. I must go. Have a good holiday, Harry." She straightens up and adjusts her outfit before walking away. I stay against the wall before walking back towards the common room. Entering the room I see Hermione forcing Ron to do his homework. I walk over and sit next to her and lean against the back of the couch.
"Harry, you should get the Homework done so we can enjoy the break." Hernione says to me after finishing her 2 foot long essay for Transfiguration.
"I did it last night with Luna. Whenever she goes on expeditions she gets her homework done. We finished it up in the RoM." Ron looks shocked and a bit envious as Hermione looks at me with something in her eyes. I can't place what it is though.
"I am proud of you Harry." She says with a smile. She stares at me as I close my eyes. ' Fucking Morganas tit's. Why is he hitting all of my buttons?' She squirms slightly in her seat. She returns to her essay. Triple checking it as always.
After Everyone has fallen asleep I get up and head Towards the fourth floor with the map. As I reach the door I open it and walk towards the desk as the air shimmers and a small bag is there with a note.
Here are the required items for the Animagus Potion. Yes I know what it is you are brewing. I would not besmirch my family honor by not knowing every potion available. Just know. You have one chance to make this correctly. If you fail in a single step. It will be useless. Just a free hint. Do remember the Greengrasses for any wizardry needs.
Daphne
I open the bag and see the items as I read the instructions. I place the mandrake leaf at The roof of my mouth and apply a sticking charm as my eyes dilate as the room starts to spin. "That is trippy…" I shake my head to get my bearings before Pocketing the bag before walking out. I am checking the map as I suddenly see a name that I squint to see. 'Bellatrix' but the last name is in a weird flux as the letters constantly shift around. I look up and then back and still see the name on the 6th floor. I suddenly See Professor Snape walking towards me as I curse and hide in an alcove before saying the charm to make the map disappear, leaning against the wall. ' What the shit. How is Bellatrix here? How did she get past the wards? What is she doing here? Is she actually here to kill me? Is there no hope for her? I will prepare for the worst. And hope for the best.' I see Snape stop as he sneers.
"Well if it isn't one of Potter's gang. Tell me. What will happen if you harm a student?" I look around and notice Professor Lupin walking up looking a bit bedragged.
"Severus. Please. Can't we let what happened at school be in the past? We are adults now. Surely you can let bygones be bygones?" Snape sneers.
"I don't think so. You are a beast and are a danger to the children. And I will not allow you to attack them." Lupin just sighs in resignation.
"What will you do? Out me to the board?"
"No. You will do so yourself. I don't understand why Albus entrusted you to the teaching position." I cup my chin as I remember the times Snape taught the class. And admitting, he was actually very good. Much better than potions. Why does Albus stick Snape in potions… ' unless Albus knows of the curse… but that means. He has been allowing teachers to die. Why?'
Due to me being in my thoughts I miss the rest of the conversation of them As Snape is gone but Lupin remains. "You may come out now Harry."
Coming out I step up next to him. "How did you know I was their professor?" Lupin looks at me and raises an eyebrow.
"I am sure by now that you have figured it out, what I am." I nod. Remus sighs. "I would like to talk with you. About your parents. I have many stories of your father. I know some of your mother."
"I would like that Professor. I don't know much. Only some journals." Remus looks surprised.
"Journals? Do you have access to the Vaults?" I nod.
"Well yeah? I am the Heir. I have spoken with the goblins over the summer." Remus looks at me before slowly nodding.Nodding.
"That does make sense. But Harry. It is way past curfew. Head back to bed." I nod and walk away, disappearing into the shadows. Remus looks after where I turn the corner, his werewolf enhanced senses peering after me in the dark. He heads towards the second floor where the Headmaster study is at.
After turning the corridor I immediately pull out the map and search for Bellatrix but I don't find the name anywhere. I frown as I think it may be the Mandrake leaf fucking with my mind.
-RoM-
Multiple training dummies lay destroyed around a figure in a black gown who is kneeled on the floor. Standing up the figure moves luscious black hair away from an aristocratic face as Bellatrix looks around with piercing Violet eyes as she looks at the destroyed wand in her hand as she lets it fall to the floor before the wand turns to ash and floats away. Turning she walks to a table and picks up another wand that has been lost in time in these halls. She focuses her magic as the wand vibrates. Fighting her control but soon enough it submits. Sneering at the pathetic wand in her hand she walks back towards the center of the room as she wills the dummies away and 50 more take their place all with practice wands that will shoot out 'Stupify' 'Expelliarmus' and many more as they start slowly circling and moving in chaotic moves as Bellatrix closes her eyes as her magic spikes. Her hair starts to wave about as a crazed grin forms slowly on her face before opening her eyes and her Violet eyes have a ring of silver as she starts casting spells at a blinding speed while dancing around the spells. A chaotic dance that granted her the most feared moniker. ' Death's Mistress' she starts humming a requiem As she demolishes the dummies. Near the end the wand in her hand starts to smoke as her magic is over powering the core and wood as it glows red before catching fire just as she finishes the last of the dummies. She stares at the now burning wand before she drops it as it turns to ash Floating away again. She snarls looking at the floating ash.
"Again. Over and over and over and over OVER AND OVER AND OVER AND OVER AGAIN!!!" Her eyes flash with power as her magic starts to go wild. The Silver fading away as more violet bleeds over before her eyes blaze with purple colors as she snarls. " None of these wands will work. How can I protect him if the wand fails? How does he use wandless magic so well? How can he smile knowing nothing of his Godfather. Siri." She falls to her knees as the bright color slowly fades back into her normal Amethyst as tears fall. "How can I honor your vow little cousin. If he doesn't know the real me…" closing her eyes she falls to the side as a mattress forms just before she hits the ground before a bed rises as the room changes to a small room with scarlet blankets. Similar to a certain Gryffindors bed.
-Christmas Morning-
Waking up in an empty bed after months of sleeping with someone is a sad experience. I missed having Luna with me. 'It's the thing where you don't know what you have until it's gone. I wonder how the Expedition is going with Luna. I miss my little moon.' Looking down to see a pile of presents I grin and look for Mrs. Weasley's first as I see it wrapped in Brown paper. Opening it up I see the sweater with the letter H in front as I run a finger over it feeling the magic of her love sewn with every thread. Smiling, I put it on and felt the warmth of her hug. I take a moment to enjoy it before taking a bite out of her cakes before picking up Hermiones. Unwrapping it I see it is a small box. Opening it I see it is a silver bracelet that has What looks to be engravings of dragons and directives throughout. Staring at it in awe I take it out as it slowly melts as I stare in shock and guilt as it melts before it slithers up my hand before forming again around my wrist. Picking up the note I start to read it.
My Harry.
I found this while in Hogsmeade while shopping for Presents. I hope you like it. I saw it and it made me think of you. How you are like a dragon. Brave, fierce, cunning, powerful. And the Direwolf. How loyal you are to Those you care about. How intelligent you really are. And the one where I found solace in. Your Protectiveness of family. I feel safe with you Harry. And I am so glad to have met you those years ago. Finding me in the bathroom and saving me from the troll. I wish you a happy Christmas, and many more to come.
Always yours
Hermione
Staring at the paper with a blush to my cheeks rubbing the bracelet I smile before throwing a shoe at Ron who snorts before falling off the bed. "I'm up!! I'm up!" I go back to reading Hermione's letter as I smile.
Ron tears into his presents. I open Some more from some friends over the years as I see a letter with beautiful penmanship as I smile. Opening the letter I read it.
My Lord Harry
I hope this letter reaches you well. I didn't use Hedwig as I wished for this to be something I wanted to try myself. There was a charm I created in the envelope that prevents those with malicious intent to perceive it. If you are reading this. Then that means it worked. I wish you a happy Holiday. Ever since we started talking. It feels like life is moving forward. I was drowning and I didn't even know it. I was a good daughter. I did as I was told. I ruled Slytherin. I married who I was told to. And I gave birth to an Heir. I didn't realize what I was missing. Every day I feel your mark and I realize I was given one of the shorter sticks in life. You have no idea what you have given me.
I am afraid. I am afraid of what should happen if you fail. You. Who has Given me hope. A hope for a brighter future. A future where I can do as I please. Please. Please let me hope for a better future.
Regards to my sister. I have found a copy of the original betrothal contract. I await your Owl to send it to you. I was never informed of what it entailed. And After reading it. I was appalled at the wording. I won't go into much detail but it is despicable and I will tell you now. She had no chance. My precious sister. I miss her dearly.
There has been no word of her at all since she has escaped. Lucius thought there was some meaning behind her escape. Something to do with the Dark Lord. But there is nothing from his contacts. He was his right hand. And he is very worried about her being free. She was the Dark Lord's most feared. His personal 'Grim Reaper' if you happen to run into her. Do not duel her. She became the world champion due to our family magic. As Heir Apparent. You are allowed this knowledge. Every member of our family has the potential to succumb to the curse. People have called it the 'Black Madness' but what it really is, is our family magic running wild and uncontrolled. No matter how much we train our magic will flare up like a storm. And it causes them to act out. Magic forces our actions. Bella fought the madness for a long time. Her will was strong enough to counteract the magical flare up. In her sixth year summer she left home for 3 weeks and came back and she changed. She was more in control. I asked her about it and she told me she found purpose. A calling as you will. That is all she told me though she made a vow. But her magic was controlled And contained to where she blossomed. Her casting was twice as powerful and the speed was astounding. She created a form of dueling she called 'Death's Requiem' and that is when she gained the moniker 'Death's Mistress'.
Be careful. Lucius thinks she will attack you. It's either that or she finally snapped.
I notice a few dark spots Here and there as I realize she started crying. Frowning, I continue reading.
I pray to the old gods and new, that she is safe. I know she has done horrible things. But… she is my sister. The only family I have left.
Yours
Narcissa
Setting the letter down I open the accompanying package as it contains emerald cufflinks as I look at them in the light. "Amazing quality. Wonder if she will enjoy the present I got for her?" pulled from my thoughts as I hear a thundering of feet racing up the steps as I suddenly grin. Ron looks confused as the door slams open as a red blur tackles me off the bed.
"THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!!" I start laughing as Ginny is squeezing the life out of me as Ron jumps to his feet.
"Ginny!? What are you doing here? Wait… is that a Nimbus 2000?!?!?!? Where did you get that?!" He yells pointing to the broom that is in Ginny's hand. She sits up from straddling as she is beaming wildly. I look at her and then at what she's wearing as she is wearing a red dressing gown with lightning bolts throughout that look sewn on. I see her pale white thighs as the dress has ridden up slightly. Her firm butt right on top of little Harry who decides it's a perfect time to wake up. Looking back up her slim body I gaze at her budding mounds capped with pointy peaks as she is flushed from her excitement. Her brown eyes staring at me with adoration which suddenly turns darker as she feels something beneath her. She blinks as a blush rises as she subtly rolls her hips, biting her lip she looks at my lips as if she wants to do something before Ron yanks her up and starts talking about the broom Ginny snaps out of her stupor as she sees me getting up with my back turned as she looks down then back to Ron.
"Harry gave it to me for Christmas." She says before running out again. Realizing what she just did. I feel Ron's glare at me as I sigh.
' Maybe I should have given him a broom as well instead of an autographed poster of the Chudley cannons. Oh well. I know for a fact that Ginny is the best flier out of her family and she will do great things. Wonderful. Sensual things… stop… she is too young… but god dammit Ginny.' Not turning around until Little Harry goes back to sleep. After a minute I finally turned around to see Ron still Glaring.
"Why did you give her a broom? And not just any broom! A bloody Nimbus!" He starts. I sigh.
"Ron, I got you an autographed poster of your favorite team… I didn't know you wanted a broom." I say with a sigh.
Ron just Scoffs and turns to his bed before ignoring me. I rub my eyes before putting away the suit and getting dressed. "I'll see you down for breakfast." Not hearing anything I sigh before walking down the stairs. I walk into the empty common room and I take a spot on our couch by the fire. Snapping my fingers a ball of flames appears in my hand as I twirl it around before flicking my finger and it gets Tossed onto some logs and ignites.
"Harry." I hear my name being called and I turn towards The girls side and see Hermione standing there in her nightgown but a nice green robe around her. She is holding a small box as she is looking at me with watery eyes. I smile softly and Open my arms. Smiling, she pads over and launches herself into my embrace as she hugs the life out of me.
"Harry. This is too much. How did you find these? They are so beautiful. Are you sure they are for me? Will they look good on me?" She starts babbling As I chuckle and pull away as she settles herself against my side. Opening the box she gazes at the sapphire earrings. (Small stones in a Marquis cut.) She looks at me with a watery smile before laying her head against My shoulder as she just stares at the earrings.
"I charmed them to protect you from Legilimency and minor hexes. I don't want you to get hurt. You are precious to me. Well… I put all of it in the letter to you." Hermione nods as she breathes deeply before Nodding to herself and she turns her head and kisses my cheek. Blushing we look at each other as she looks at My lips as she looks into my eyes and she leans in. My eyes widen as my heart beats as I grin before I also lean in. Just before our lips touch we hear someone coming. Jumping apart. Hermione has a red face as she opens her mouth and then closes it before bolting back to the girls common room. I state after her before snapping my head with a glare at who interrupted this perfect moment. I see Ron standing there also glaring At me as I narrow my eyes. I can feel the annoyance pool in my body as my fingers twitch for my wand. Slamming down my occlumency shields I turn away from him and stare At the fire as I see the flames turn dark red almost black from my mood. Ron stomps past and leaves for breakfast. Scowling at his attitude I continue to make the fire dance, waiting for Hermione. After 30 minutes she walks Downstairs with Ginny. Both of them blush for very different reasons as Ginny hurries off ahead of us. Hermione sees my expression as she walks over and frowns.
"What's wrong? Where is Ron?" She looks around. I grumble but end up telling her everything that happened in the morning. I see Hermione sit and contemplate. "Why is he always so stubborn?" She shakes her head as we walk towards the great hall. Shrugging my shoulders I look down at her as I notice she is wearing the earrings I got her. Grinning, I nudge her.
"I'm glad you like the gift." She smiles softly and touches them.
"I've never received jewelry Before. Always books or school supplies. Don't get me wrong. I absolutely love new books. But. It just seems like. No one sees me as a girl. Just some bookworm. A bossy one even." I stop and she does as well looking up at me in confusion.
"But you are a girl. Even I can see that. I know your bossyness is your defense mechanism. We were both alone growing up. You who had a loving family but no friends. Me. An orphan living with an abusive uncle." Hermione gasps as she clutches my shirt. Tears form.
"So it's true…" I nod as I look around before sighing and rolling Up my shirt. I turn around and Hermione sees my back as I slowly let the glamours fall as she gasps out a sob. Criss crosses on my back are lines of old scars from a whip. She trails her fingers over the scars. After a while I make the glamor cover my back as I lower my shirt. I turn around and see she is crying as she hugs me and cries in my chest. I rub her back and just hold her as she lets loose her tears. After a while she slowly stops as she hiccups. "You live with your Aunt and Uncle. But only he abuses you?" She says wiping her face with a handkerchief she conjured. I nod.
"Turns out. My aunt actually tried to protect me. Until he broke her. She is as much a victim as I was. I remember. Memories. From when the dementors got me. She protected me as I have protected her. I have already made plans for her to leave." I stare at her with a hard look. She looks into my eyes. "My uncle may have to die. Are you with me? Through the end?" Hermione searches my eyes before looking down.
"I am. From the moment you told me of Harry's passing. I vowed to myself at that moment I will not allow another of my friends to die if I can help it. If you think this is for the best." She looks up at me with a hard expression. "Then so be it. Just promise me. You will always come back to me. You will not stare too deep into the abyss." She clutches my shirt and stares me down.
Chuckling, I pat her head as she huffs. "Of course. I don't want to kill. But. Sometimes. Dogs Need to be put down." I spit out. "My 'uncle' is no human being."
Hermione frowns. "But. If that is true. Why does Professor Dumbledore make you go back?" I look at her as I think about what to say. Hermione searches my face as she narrows her eyes. "He knows… doesn't he?" I nod. Hermione frowns as she leans in close to me. "Let's get some food." She says softly before leading me towards the hall. "I need to think about some things." I stay quiet as we walk inside.
Upon entering I see that Ron isn't sitting where he normally sits but away from us. Sighing I don't even care anymore as I go make some food. Looking at the sparse amount of students that stayed I see Ginny eating with gusto. "Ginny. The broom isn't going anywhere you know." She looks at me before rolling her eyes and continues eating.
"Silly Harry…" she finishes before bolting. "That will never stop me!" She yells out after leaving. I just chuckle and shake my head. Hermione is silent throughout the meal as afterwards we walk towards RoM. Walking past the door I wait with her as the door doesn't materialize. Blinking a bit. I do the motions again as the door doesn't appear. Looking at Hermione who is also looking confused. The door suddenly materializes after we are leaning against the wall after about 5 minutes. The door opens and Aurora walks out as she looks up at me before turning and walking away.
Staring after her I don't notice The door vanishing. Shaking my head I create a room for us as I go to the grand window that shows the grounds and mountains. I sit on the couch and just relax as I close my eyes and start delving into my mindscape.
Sitting on a throne made of swords I look around. 'It's weird how I am in the Harry Potter universe but my personal mindscape is from The Lord of the Rings. Minas Tirith. But my throne is from Game of thrones. And there are stations from Kingdom hearts. What in the fuck is going on in this universe. But Minas Tirith is the craziest, most defensive castle I could think of.' Walking out I look Out in the vast blackness of my mind as I reach the edge of the courtyard and look down upon the plains of glass. Sitting down with my feet dangling I conjure a notebook and a pen.
Finish the Animagus PotionLearn the Patronus charmFinish fire manipulationStart wind manipulationTake Luna to meet the MerpeopleAdvance Ginny's trainingFigure things out with HermioneCapture PeterFind BellatrixFinish learning French and Bulgarian
I look at the bullet points as I sigh. ' So much to do. No wonder all those time travel fix it fanfics feel like there is no time. So much to do to make the future Better. Or somewhat livable. I'm not good at politics. But no one else will push the agenda. I really must speak with Draco.
I remember holding Pansy as a blush creeps up to my face. 'She would make a great Black… oh shit.' Covering my face with my hands I scream.
Out of my mindscape Hermione is reading about India's charms as she looks at me and sees a furious blush on my face. Shaking her head. "Goodness. He is probably thinking about Pansy again." Going back to her reading she smiles softly. ' He will take care of all that he loves. And I will stand by his side. I need to learn more spells.'
Narrowing her eyes she frowns. 'Albus Dumbledore knows what's going on at my Harry's home. But he insists on sending him back? That doesn't make any sense. He is the leader of the light. But the country has stagnated. His fear of dark magic has basically Stalled our evolution. My Harry's ambition will lead us to be the greatest in the world. And I will be a part of it.' Smiling, she resumes learning the spells.