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Corvus	By : LadyFreak Category: Harry Potter AU/AR > General Views: 23965 -:- Recommendations : 3 -:- Currently Reading : 7
Disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter, nor to I make any money from this story. These characters are JKR's, I just play with them.

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Disclaimer: I don't, and never will, own Harry Potter. All plots and characters belong to J.K. Rowling and company.
A/N: This chapter gets very technical in terms of magic, so I hope I explain it well enough. Sorry I forgot to update here when i updated ff.net! Lucky you, get a new chapter in 2 days though!

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"English Speaking"
'English Thoughts' OR 'Writing'
::parseltongue:: (for later)
/telepathy/
"other language"

(10) An 11th Birthday
Corvus sat at the table picking at his breakfast. He was anxiously awaiting his acceptance letter to Hogwarts. Part of him didn’t want to go because he didn’t want to see his brother, but another part wanted to see the wonder that is Hogwarts Castle. It didn’t hurt that Draco would be there as well.
The blonde boy had changed his attitude towards Corvus a lot since their first meeting and the two became quick friends through their letters, meetings, and study sessions. It didn’t take long to realize they were both intelligent and able to have long discussions on various subjects.
It would be fun to compete against each other if Corvus went to Hogwarts.
The morning mail came in by way of Mopsy, breaking the boy out of his musings. She handed Corvus 3 envelopes, much to the raven-haired boys confusion. Each one was addressed to him in the same fashion:
Mr. Corvus Cygnus Lestrange

2^nd Suite

Lestrange Manor

Wiltshire
The first envelope was a deep red and had silver writing on it and a black seal on the back with the letter ‘D’. The another two were the color of parchment with one using green letters and the other using red. Flipping them over he noticed an ‘S’ on one and an ‘H’ on the other.
He was still musing over the three letters when Bellatrix and Rabastan came in for breakfast.
“Got your letter?” Bellatrix asked as she sat down with her coffee.
“I got 3,” he replied nonchalantly. He then laughed as both Rabastan and Bellatrix dropped their coffee cups.
“Are you joking?”
He held the three letters up to show them, “Nope.”
“Well, open them!” Rabastan said.
Corvus first opened the ‘S’ seal and read through the letter. “I never heard of this school. Scuola di Stregoneria.” He quickly read through the letter “This is definitely interesting. They have classes on necromancy and dark arts.” He put it aside and picked up the red envelope. Opening it, he simply said “Durmstrang.” The last was the obvious Hogwarts letter. “Well, damn.”
“Amazing,” Bellatrix said finally.
Rabastan spoke up “It is rare to get 2 acceptance letters, let alone 3! And you were worried about one little letter from Hogwarts!”
Corvus was still in shock. “But what do I do? Do I have an option or is your decision definite?”
“It is your decision, Cor,” Bellatrix spoke up softly. “When have we ever taken your choice away from you? I do have one suggestion though. When replying to the schools you decide not to attend, be sure to not cut all ties completely.”
“Can I have Draco over?”
“Of course”
Ten minutes later, Corvus was sitting in his sitting room with an irritable blonde. “Mopsy!”
“Yes, Master Corvus?”
“Can you bring some breakfast and tea for me and Draco?”
“Of course Master Corvus” she popped out and returned moments later.
After breakfast, the blonde was slightly less irritable. “What is this about? You know I would be by later for your birthday dinner.” Corvus wordlessly pushed his letters towards his cousin and best friend before walking to stand and look out the window. He chuckled when he heard the other boy spluttering on his tea. “You…you…bloody hell Cor!”
“Yeah… that’s essentially how I’m feeling at the moment.”
“What are you going to do?”
“I’m not sure. That’s why I called you.”
Draco was silent for a moment before speaking softly. “You know what my choice would be Cor. But, whatever you pick, be sure to leave your non-acceptance letters open ended.”
“Mum already told me that. Damn it Dray, I don’t know what to do. I’m not a social person, making friends is hard for me. Out of all the pureblood children, you’re the only one I can really stand to be around.”
“I feel so loved,” the blond drawled, only to find a throw pillow in his face seconds later. “Ow! Prat”
“I’m being serious Dray! Maybe I should start at Hogwarts and transfer over to a different school if I don’t like it? Or start at Durmstrang and transfer over? Damn it!”
Corvus threw himself into a chair and put his head in his hands. He felt his cousin’s hand on his shoulder. “It’s a big decision and not one that someone else can make for you.” Draco said softly. “Look at the letters closely and see which one has the most interesting classes. I think Durmstrang and Stregoneria have the same core courses. Durmstrang will give you a great start on Dart Arts.”
“True. I wonder if they have any summer options… or correspondence options…” he mused to himself
The two were quiet for 10 minutes before Draco got up. “Alright Cor. Well, Happy Birthday and I’ll see you later on, okay?”
“Alright. Thanks Dray.”
As Corvus thought over the different schools he had a thought. A memory from years ago.... He was magical heir to Ravenclaw, but what did that entail. He left his room to discuss it with his mother.
The two adults were still sitting at the table where he left them, discussing the Daily Prophet. “Ah what’s in the rag today?”
“Welcome back,” Bellatrix said, not answering the question. “Did you figure out what you want to do?”
“I have some ideas. But I’ve hit a snag” Bella’s eyebrow rose in question. “Remember how we got that inheritance test done?”
“Ah. That is true. The goblins will know whether that will decide for you.”
“Even if it does, I’d like to see if the other schools offer correspondence and summer courses.”
Bellatrix looked at him with wide eyes. “Corvus. You need some time to be a kid, you know. You studying 365 days a year is not healthy.”
Corvus rolled his eyes. “Some people play Quidditch and some people read and study. Anyway, can we go see Ragnok today? So I can make my decision?”
“Sure. I figured you would want to see about getting more books from your vaults anyway,” Bellatrix said, standing and walking towards her own rooms.
“I know mum, I’ve been doing this for years” he replied, scowling as the two adults ruffled his hair as they went past.
()
An hour later found the three Lestranges in an office in Gringotts with the goblin Ragnok.
Bellatrix and Rabastan stood aside as Corvus spoke in Gobbledygook. Whenever the family visited the goblins, the young wizard preferred to speak to the goblins in their native tongue.
“Greetings Ragnok. May your halls be gilded and your vaults overflowing”
“Greetings Young Master Lestrange. Blessings on your birthday. I hope you are well.”
Corvus smiled. “I am. We have some questions about my inheritances and how they affect my schooling.”
“Ah, yes. Heir of Ravenclaw.” He said as he pulled out a heavy book. “Bylaws of Hogwarts,” he explained before flipping through the book. “Ah, here we go. ‘All Hogwarts Heirs must attend the school of their ancestors in order to advance in their line magics. Once they attend school at age 11, the magic will grow as the heir enhances through his or her schooling. They must first attend at age 11 to claim their position magically, and then attend for a minimum of 5 years in order to receive the complete line magic inheritance.’”
“Okay. But what are line magics?” Harry replied, switching to English for the benefit of his family.
“Every witch and wizard is born with the basic magical core. In addition to this, shall we say normal, core, all heirs of ancient lines also have an additional power source, starting with the base of line magic. The base line magic starts to grow from birth of the witch or wizard. Other than the added core power, different lines also have different talents which manifest through each of their lines.”
Harry nodded through the explanation. It made sense to him. “So... if someone were to be heir by blood or magic to multiple lines, would they have the additional sources of power for their cores as well as be naturally talented in multiple areas?”
Ragnok smiled at him and nodded. “Yes. For example, lets say the Malfoy and Black lines stick within each other over all generations. Those heirs that are born with magic will ONLY have to Malfoy and Black line magics.” Corvus nodded. “Other lines that choose to intermarry with muggle-borns will be less likely to pick up the line magics. If the muggle-born is from a squib relation off of a pureblood line, within 3 generations, they will more likely than not pick up some line magic, but it will be highly diluted. Exceptions would be if the squib was disowned magically or not.”
“Alright. This is confusing. So, if a muggle-born is descended from a squib that was not magically disowned, then they have the possibility of receiving the line magics? But if the squib was magically disowned, then they will not receive the line magics, correct?” Ragnok nodded and waited to see if he would continue. “But how can a squib pass down magic?”
“We don’t know much. It is possible that the line magic lingers in the blood and will attach to a magical core while the child is in the womb, but the details are truly unknown. We only know what we have been able to observe.
“Your mother was a muggleborn witch from a squib line that was not magically disowned. This is the reason she was such a strong witch, even though she was born to muggles. I don’t know the line she was from though, only that she was disowned legally but not magically. It is my belief she used a potion to determine her magical lineage. It may be that her line coincides with a darker line and she didn’t want the knowledge to become public. She may even have disowned herself to rid the name from her history."
"Which would be why I didn't notice anything off in my inheritance test. Unless she was from the Black line." Corvus said as he nodded. He glanced at the adults in the room who looked gobsmacked at the load of information being presented to them.
“Now, as I mentioned, different lines possess the affinity for different abilities. The lines of the Hogwarts founders are some of the strongest lines within the wizarding world. Each line also shares a talent with another founder line. For example, Slytherin heirs are known for prowess in potions making and creation, including easy knowledge in Herbology. Hufflepuffs are known for easy knowledge in Herbology and a natural affinity for healing.” He looked at Corvus and smiled again. “Gryffindor heirs are known for natural affinity for healing and natural skills wielding a blade. Ravenclaws are the most debated lot. Like Gryffindors, they have a natural skill with weapons, but while the first are talented in long swords and blades, Ravenclaws have skills in archery and daggers. Their most notable talent is a natural affinity in mind magics- such as legilimency and occlumency. They are known to be the most intelligent because of this and the ability to organize their minds. I’ve heard all Ravenclaws have an eidetic memory. There are more magics to each line, but those are the strongest and most likely to manifest.”
“Well... damn” he muttered. Corvus took some time to take all the information in. But something didn’t make sense to him. “How is being a natural with mind magics debated?”
“It is not the mind magics that is debated, but whether or not the Ravenclaw line is also a line of Seers. Due to the stigmas attached to having the Sight, any with the gift tend to keep quiet about it. In history, any with the Sight were killed immediately or locked up to be used.”
They were silent for a few minutes while everyone in the room processed all the information.
“Okay,” Corvus said, finally having organized his thoughts. “So along with to my main core, I also have the magics of Lestrange, Ravenclaw and LeFay, which means I possibly have Seer blood?”
“Yes, but you also have Slytherin magics. Although not the main heir, you are still descended and have the magics, as is proven by your parseltongue ability. Plus, the Gryffindor and Potter up to your seventh year,” Ragnok said. “You also have the Black family magics since you were listed as heir to Black family originally, and are now the blood heir of Bellatrix Lestrange nee Black.”
“So does Charlie have the Black family magics now?”
“No” At Corvus’ questioning look, Ragnok continued. “You have 7 years of the basis of the Black magics, followed by more since your adoption. Think of the power you have as a precursor to the additional powers. Not to mention he is not listed as the Black heir, just given the title of ‘godson’ to Lord Black. And even if he were made magical heir, he will have some of the powers but he will be missing the basics, which by now is 11 years worth. Plus he may not want to even access the magics.”
Ragnok gave Corvus a meaningful look. “Dark Magics?” The goblin nodded. Corvus took a breath before asking the big question. He took out a parchment and never-out quill before asking, “Okay so what are the talents that I will inherit?”
“There is no way to know all that you will inherit, but I will mention those that are most likely to manifest. Slytherin line will give the talent in Potions and Herbology. It is also where you received the ability to speak Parseltongue.”
“So my ability to speak Parseltongue is a magical inheritance?” he asked.
Ragnok nodded and continued “Yes. Next, although you only had 6 years as an heir of Gryffindor, you will still have a starting talent in weapon wielding. With practice, you can get to the level of a full heir. The Potter line doesn’t have much behind it, though their link from the Peverells could give you some basis in magical tool crafting. The Black line gave you some Dark magic talents, and it’s also possible for a metamorphmagus ability to manifest.” Ragnok paused, letting Corvus catch up with his quill. He nodded for Ragnok to continue. “Lestrange gives an affinity for Blood Magics and languages. Ravenclaw gives your affinity in the mind magics and the possibility of a gift of Sight.” Ragnok paused, before continuing. “The LeFay line is even more obscure than the Ravenclaw. Potions are a given, as well as dark and blood magics, metamorphmagus abilities, and an added possibility of Sight.
“Since multiple lines cross in terms of abilities and magics, I believe it is safe to say you will inherit Potions, Dark Magic, Blood Magics, and Metamorphmagus. Sight is still questionable, but you will know after you start at school as you will probably get a burst of Ravenclaw magics when you get to Hogwarts. It will most likely manifest as an intuition.”
“It also may help to check the vaults, Cor” said Bella, speaking up for the first time.
“Alright, I understand now,” Corvus said before explaining the reason for his questioning. “I received acceptance letters from three schools: Hogwarts, Durmstrang, and Stregoneria.”
Ragnok’s eyes widened slightly in shock before he could help himself. He took a moment before replying with a tone still near astonishment. “That is most unheard of, Corvus. The decision is still yours, but should you not attend Hogwarts then your Ravenclaw magics will not advance. You will not lose any inherent magic which you have already obtained, but you will lose the ability to grow in your talents.”
Corvus nodded his understanding and sat with his thoughts for a couple of moments. It wasn’t long before Bellatrix spoke up. “It’s no wonder you picked up Occlumency at such a young age.”
Corvus nodded his agreement and smiled at his mother. “I was actually wondering about that. True, I pick up most things easy enough, but picking up and nearly mastering Occlumency at the age of 8? It makes sense now.”
The young wizard took a breath and put his head in his hands, rubbing his temples. There really was no option in his mind, unsettling as it was. He would have to be extremely careful when attending Hogwarts. He truly was not looking forward to seeing and dealing with the Potters.
He took another breath, letting it out slowly. “Well, damn,” he muttered. He picked his head up and looked at everyone in the room. “There really is no option from my viewpoint,” he said. “I refuse to lose any of my magics. Being a Seer doesn’t sound particularly enjoyable, but... it’s not a guarantee. And either way, it’s part of my magic. It’s a gift from the line of Ravenclaw and I will not disrespect the gift for personal reasons. If it’s there, it’s there.” Nods of understanding came from everyone in the room. “Do you know whether the other schools offer correspondence courses?” he returned his conversation to Ragnok in Gobbledygook.
“I am unsure. I do know Hogwarts does not. But I believe the others might arrange for you to. Especially if you explain the circumstances under which you are not able to attend. I understand that the Hogwarts curriculum is very biased.”
Corvus nodded “Well, that’s settled then.” He said, slightly unhappy.
Knowing just how to get her son to smile, Bellatrix spoke up. “Lets go check out some more books, Cor” and it worked as a bright smile came over the young wizards face.
Ragnok chuckled, bringing a scowl to Corvus face. “Sorry Young Master Corvus, but we all know the real reason you visit us goblins.”
Corvus put a mock affronted face “Ragnok!” Then began chuckling.
“You know I enjoy my visits with you and your clansmen.”
“Of course I do. But it is fun to see your eyes light up at the possibility of new knowledge.”
Corvus hummed under his breath before following his mother and uncle to the vaults.
()
In the Ravenclaw vault, Corvus pulled out charms books as well as some non-descript blue leather bound journals. Opening the first page, he noted it was a hand written book that seemed like a journal. He opened to a random page and read:
‘Sal hasn’t been the same since his beloved Marianna was murdered by the non-magical that happened upon the town. He is convinced that any non-magical person be kept from the castle. We all agree with keeping non-magicals from the castle and town, but he also wants to keep away any magical children born to non-magicals. He says by accepting their children, the parents and families will also be aware of the magical community and that was unacceptable...’
Corvus stopped reading when he heard his mother calling for him to hurry. He glanced up to see the goblin had copied all the books Corvus had put before him and was waiting patiently for more to be added. Looking around the vault, Corvus added all the other leather bound books to the pile and waited.
10 minutes later, Corvus and his family were leaving the Ravenclaw vault. Another 10 minutes of begging and pleading lead the group to the LeFay vault which was a much quicker journey. He pulled out a few new potions books and had them copied.
He smiled widely at his family’s exasperated looks. “I’m done, promise!” he said laughing. At their skeptical looks, he added “Okay, I’m done for now. Happy?”. They smirked at him before leading him from the bank and home to his birthday dinner.
Dinner was a mostly quiet affair. His mother and uncle, Severus, and the Malfoy family were the only ones in attendance.
A perfect end to a long day.

{edited 9-20-15}

A/N: No review comments, but i'll post them on wednesday... just got in from NY and not feeling 100%.. ok not feeling even 75%.
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