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Firework	By : KusanoSaku Category: Harry Potter > Slash - Male/Male > Harry/Draco Views: 29682 -:- Recommendations : 1 -:- Currently Reading : 12
Disclaimer: I own nothing. All rights for the creation of the Harry Potter novels go to J. K. Rowling. I make no money from this piece of fictional writing

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Title: Firework
Fandom: Harry Potter
Pairings: LuciusxSeverus, mentions of past/unrequited NarcissaxRegulus, one-sided HarryxDraco?, mentions of TedxAndromeda
Summary: A little AU after the First Task for all his apparent forgiveness of Ron for abandoning him, he's incapable of forgetting. The Triwizard Tournament forced Harry to grow up and changed the way he looked and things as well as what he focused on. Complete AU from the day of the Third Task. Harry doesn't want to participate in the Tournament; he has said he has no wish to win. What happens when he refuses to search for the Triwizard Cup?
A/N: The title is in reference to the song by Katy Perry. If fit the story so well when it came on the radio after I took a dinner break while writing. Prior to that song playing this fic had no name. Its just a random story idea that I couldn't shake but it seems to be shaping into a nice storyline.

Chapter 15- Progress?

‘Investigation into probable conspiracy between former Head of the Department of Magical Law Enforcement, Bartimus Crouch; Chief Warlock Albus Dumbledore and Minister for Magic Cornelius Fudge’ by Rita Skeeter
In an interview with member of the Council of Magical Law, current Head of Magical Law Enforcement and former Hit Wizard Madam Bones, it was revealed that the sentencing of Sirius Black, Heir to the Lordship of the House of Black and former Auror’s sentencing to life in Azkaban might have been illegal and part of a conspiracy.

“It has come to my attention that the child Harry Potter was placed illegally. Head of the Department of Magical Children Lady Greengrass approached me and informed me at length about how the Chief Warlock overstepped his bounds and has thwarted her in the performance of her duties. I have received information that proves that Sirius Black was accused unjustly of betraying the Potters. Not only was the Chief Warlock informed of this but he has yet to approach me to request an actual trial to prove or disprove former Auror Black’s guilt. The only witness to Black’s accused betrayal is that of one Peter Pettigrew who was believed dead but was turned over to the Aurors by Lords Malfoy and Prince following their rescue of the Heirs Harry Potter and Cedric Diggory, who served as Hogwarts’ Champions in the recent Triwizard Tournament.

It was terrible that Bartimus Crouch Sr. smuggled his son out of Azkaban and is being held responsible for the death of Cedric Diggory. According to Gringotts Lord Crouch is dead. Due to Bartimus Jr.’s return to Azkaban to continue his life sentence for his involvement with the Attack on the Longbottoms, the family is being declared deceased in the male line.”

This reporter managed to gain admittance to Lady Greengrass, Head of the Department of Magical Child.

‘Lady Greengrass is it true that the Boy Who Lived was placed illegally?’

‘Yes. It is the duty of my Department to see to the placement of orphaned Magical children. The child in question should have been placed with his nearest magical relative or his godfather. Either of which would have surely been named in the parents’ wills. Though it was only for a short time, Lily Potter was the surviving parent and her wishes would be the one followed more closely. An investigation in young Harry Potter’s living conditions is being investigated. Due to a minor incident involving the trace his location during the summer was discovered. It is the duty of this office to see that the child is in the care of persons his parents would have trusted.”

When this reporter attempted to contact the Minister for Magic they were informed that he was too busy to comment.

This reporter attempted to floo the Headmaster of Hogwarts to discuss this but was told that his floo was closed. This reporter then owled and was told that he could not comment on an open investigation.

Stay turned for more on this exciting scandal.’
Lucius turned from the morning paper to his mail.
‘Department of Magical Law Enforcement
Ministry of Magic, London

Dear Lord Malfoy,

The Council of Magical Law met informally as requested by Lady Greengrass, Head of the Department of Magical Children.

Accompanying this note is a Writ of Emancipation for Harry Potter. See that it is signed and witnessed immediately. Also the Council with the minimum votes has managed to award a temporary dispensation for the Potters’ wills to be unsealed and by order of Lord Potter. Both must be presented to Gringotts within four hours of receipt.

Although young Master Potter is deemed emancipated he is not truly an adult until graduation and cannot vote in the Wizengamot until he sits his NEWTS. His estate is to pass into the hands of an executor until his seventeenth birthday. At present the executor is named as Lord Prince. Harry must live under Lord Prince’s supervision but he has most of the rights of an of age wizard- he may bond, sign contracts and sit interviews within reason with final review by Lord Prince.

Signed this day 3 Oct, 1995

Madam Amelia Meissa Bones
Head of the House of Bones
Head of Magical Law Enforcement
Member of the Council of Magical Law’
Lucius finished his coffee and set aside his mail to floo to Severus’ office. They needed to have these signed and witnessed immediately.
XoooooX
Severus was reviewing his notes for his changes to his Fifth Year curriculum since he was not allowed to teach OWLS preparatory classes to members of either House. Damn that Weasel!
Lucius stepped through the floo.
His lover gripped his snake-headed cane and the floo dust vanished.
Lucius was smirking.
“It came. Harry is yours if we have him sign this.”
Severus took it from him and read first the letter and then the accompanying documents. He narrowed his eyes, “This is legal? Albus can’t fight it?”
Lucius’ smirk grew, “Not if we see to it that it is signed immediately.”
“I am cancelling my first class. The students can do revisions. Wait here. I will retrieve Harry and Remus.”
Severus strode out and made his way to the rooms that Remus Lupin shared with Harry following the latter’s assault by Weasel.
Remus was up reading the Daily Prophet and drinking chocolate. He glanced up, “Do you come with good news?”
Severus smirked, “The best of news. Come we have little time. We’ve got to go.”
“Go where?” Remus asked.
Severus put a finger to his lips and tapped the papers in his hand, “Somewhere that will solve most of our current issues. Where is Harry?”
“The shower I think.”
“Good. We’ll drag him off immediately.”
XoooooX
Harry finally emerged from the bathroom he shared with Remus. His hair was its usual rat’s nest but his uniform was presentable.
Severus growled, “About time..” he cast a spell on Harry to keep him warm since they would be leaving the relative warmth of the castle. “Let’s go.”
Harry blinked, “Go where? Aren’t we supposed to head to breakfast?”
Severus used a non-verbal Legilimens on Harry, ‘You want out of the Dursleys’ control?’
Harry nodded.
‘We’re going to Gringotts to file paperwork to emancipate you and legally make it as if you were seventeen. The second is a temporary dispensation to have your parents' wills released to be read. Only by attaining your status as a legal adult can you as Lord Potter unseal the wills. However, you cannot legally vote in the Wizengamot until you sit you NEWTS. You can appoint someone to vote in your stead but the Ministry has appointed myself to serve as executor of you estate.”
‘What?’
Severus ignored the question and continued, ‘You must also live under a roof I approve of which would mean under Remus’ supervision. We will choose a residence from your inheritance for you to stay during the summers.’
‘Why can’t I stay with you?’’ the thought that his uncle might not want him flashed through his mind.
‘Of course I do.' Severus snapped, ‘Spinner’s End is not fit for man or beast. I would prefer we lived together somewhere that would always be your home.’
‘Don’t you want…’ Harry’s mind was filled with naivety and embarrassment.
‘Want to what? Just spit it out!’
“Live with Lord Malfoy.’ Was the thought, it was so quiet, barely a whisper of a thought.
‘Not while he has a Bondmate living. We need to leave. We only have a small window to file your papers with Gringotts.’
Harry nodded.
Severus thought, ‘Finite,’ ending his Legilimency. “We’re leaving.” He turned on his heel, his robes billowing behind him like large black wings.
They exited the apartments Remus shared with Harry and made their way to Severus’ apartments.
Waiting for them was Lucius with four house elves.
A cheeky grin briefly touched Severus’ lips, “Brilliant. Subverting normal tracking by not using conventional methods of transportation.”
Lucius smirked, “I am a Slytherin after all. Shall we?”
“Indeed.” Severus said shortly.
“Very well.” Lucius nodded.
Immediately a Malfoy house elf grasped each of them with a long fingered hand.
They all felt like they were being pulled through a long tube. During which they caught short glimpses of a variety of locations before they finally came to rest on the white marble steps of Gringotts.
Lucius waved the elves off, “You may depart. Return when I summon you.”
The elves nodded and disappeared with soft pops.
Severus lef the way into th bank but not before casting a notice-me-not charm on Harry.
The four proceeded to enter the bank quietly.
Due to the early hour Gringotts was rather devoid of great activity.
Severus approached a teller. “I would like to see the Goblin in charge of the Potter Estates.”
The goblin peered at him through his spectacles before informing another goblin to fetch Griphook.
It took sometime before the familiar goblin approached them.
“Lord Malfoy. Lord Prince. Mr. Lupin. How might I assist you?” the goblin asked haughtily.
“Might we consult privately?” Severus asked coolly.
The goblin nodded and then walked off, clearly intending for them to follow him despite the last of verbal invitation.
Used to the ways of goblins, Lucius and Severus led the way as they followed Griphook.
Once they were closeted in a small office, Severus ended the charm on Harry.
The goblin’s eyes narrowed, “I don’t know what your game is Lord Prince,”
“My apologies,” Severus said quickly, “but we’re trying to protect the rights of Lord Potter.” His tone was bordering on far too subservient for his taste. He drew out the documents. “If you peruse these you shall no doubt understand our need for secrecy.”
The goblin snatched the papers but did not tear them as he scanned them before retrieving a quill and ink.
The documents were placed at the edge of the desk. While the quill and ink were laid above the documents.
“Sign Harry Potter.” Griphook said sharply.
Nervously, Harry stepped forward and signed his name to the ‘Writ of Emancipation’.
“Witnesses sign.”
Lucius and Remus signed quickly but legibly.
Griphook turned the signed document to face him and stamped it with the official seal of Gringotts.
There was a flash of silver light; the ‘Writ’ glowed signatures and all.
Griphook announced, “The Writ of Emancipation is now valid.” He stood, “Do you Herodotus James Potter; son of James Seff Potter, grandson of Lord Charlus Weylyn Potter swear fealty to the House of Potter?”
“What’s fealty?” Harry asked confused.
“Harry, just repeat it!” Severus snapped.
Harry winced at the sharp but familiar tone, “I, Herodotus James Potter; son of James Seff Potter, grandson of Lord Charlus Weylyn Potter do swear fealty to the House of Potter.”
“Will you, Herodotus James Potter strive to bring Honour to your Name and House?”
Harry sighed, “I, Herodotus James Potter shall strive to bring Honour to my Name and House.”
“Very well. Then sign, Lord Potter.”
Harry did so.
“Witnesses?”
Lucius and Severus inscribed their names to the release.
Griphook then stamped the release, he headed for the door, “Come. We must retrieve the wills from the Potter family document vault.”
Griphook abruptly heading out of the tiny office and stalked off down the hall.
The four wizards followed him closely, climbing into the cart silently.
When Vault 687 was opened it was filled with boxes, crates and stacks of documents.
“Very well, Potter you may summon them being legally of age and eligible to hold the title.”
“Accio the will of James Charles potter.” The summoning rolling off his tongue having heard his father’s full name a few minutes prior. “Accio Lily,”
“Liliana Anise Potter,” Severus hissed in his ear.
“Accio the will of Lilana Anise Potter.” Harry grumbled.
Two stacks of parchment tied with string and sealing wax flew at him. The wax was clearly spilt in two places. The first one he recognized was the Gringotts one but the other wasn’t familiar but he felt it should be.
“Repeat. I, Lord Herodotus James Potter by right do break these seals.”
Harry repeated the goblin’s words, wondering why it had to be so darn complicated.
Harry opened his father’s first and read aloud.
‘I, James Seff Potter, son of Lord Charlus Weylyn Potter being of sound mind and magic do here inscribe my last will and testament.

Should I predecease Lily, I appoint her regent of the Potter estate.

The estate being entailed upon the male line is to pass to our son Harry. His trust vault is 612. He is allowed a monthly income of 3 galleons, 14 sickles and 25 Knuts that is to be sent to him on the 31^st of every month. He is to be granted enough monies every July following his eleventh birthday to purchase all of his equipment for Hogwarts.

The vault 479 is granted to Lily, I had it assigned for her when she began working for the Ministry in the Department on Experimental Charms. As is Ivy Cottage a place she chose for our home out of all the Potter properties.

The vault 686 is deeded to our daughter Caroline Selene Potter as her dowry. A trust has been set up to pay her a small allowance of 3 galleons, 14 sickles and 25 Knuts effective upon her eleventh birthday. In March following her eleventh birthday she is to be granted enough monies to purchase all of her equipment for Hogwarts. The house Wisteria Meadows is to be added to Caroline’s inheritance.

If Lily dies before myself I appoint Sirius Orion Black, my best friend and Harry’and godfather as Harry’s legal guardian. Should Sirius be unable to assume such responsibility, I name Remus John Lupin in his stead. Should neither be available I appoint Severus Snape as Harry’s sole guardian. If none are available I appoint Franciscus Denzel Longbottom and Andromeda Maia Tonks as joint guardians.

To Sirius I bequeath 100,000 Galleons and my personal supply of Dungbombs use them well.

To Remus I bequeath 100, 000 Galleons and Ivy Hall so that he might always have a place to live. Just in case narrow-minded fools discover his ‘furry little problem’.

To Peter, I bequeath 10,00 galleons and rat tonic. Just kidding Wormtail. Seriously, you look pale. Take better care of yourself.

Caroline’s guardians are her godparents Remus and Severus. Should neither be available I name Franciscus Denzel Longbottom and Andromeda Maia Tonks as joint guardians.

To Albus and his foolish order I leave one Knut. I trust you not old man.

Signed this day June 16, 1981.

James Seff Potter
Harry then read his mother’s will next.
‘I, Liliana Anise Potter nee Snape, daughter of Eileen Marcia Snape nee Prince and Tobias Hamnon Snape being of sound mind and magic do here inscribe my last will and testament.

Should James predecease me I appoint Severus Tobias Snape, my brother as Harry’s primary guardian. Severus is to be granted full custody and is to be made regent of Harry’s estate. Severus has the authority to name a person to substitute for Harry until he is mature enough to vote in the Wizengamot. For the years following the death of James’ father, Albus voted in James’ stead but I recommend choosing someone else. Perhaps, someone like Andromeda Tonks who has been my birth healer throughout my pregnancies.

To Severus I grant my potions books, research and the contents of my ingredients cupboard. Although he is more likely to publish my work in my name only I would have been proud to share it with my brother the youngest and most talented Potions Master, First Class we’ve had in a millennia. The key to the code was given to you brother in your Christmas gift.

To Remus I grant my work with experimental charms, which is to include all my resources and research. I beg him to finish my work and to be sure to credit himself. To be sure that only he can read it, it is written in code and the key is only legible to him due to my having given him the key as a gift.

To Peter I grant 1,000 galleons.

Since my income is my own due to the Bonding Contract between James and myself, I grant my personal estate to my daughter Caroline.

To Petunia Dursley whom I spent twenty plus years believing was my sister I grant her nothing. Her cruelty and cold nature has washed away nearly all affection. I would rather die than let her have any part of my children’s lives.

To Filius Flitwick, I grant him my wand as a memento. It isn’t customary but it is my wish.

To Minerva McGonagall, I leave my transfiguration research. With the hopes that she can discover where I went wrong and prove my theory.

To Albus Dumbledore I leave nothing. I have no trust or affection for someone who has treated my brother so cruelly. If He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named kills us look to Dumbledore. It was at his recommendation that we used the precautions we did. Even living in the cottage he’d previously been renting from the Potter family. Lately I discovering living in the Potter seat would have been safer had James the knowledge to raise and tighten the blood wards.

To Lucius Malfoy, I leave merely this: if you truly love him fight for him. He deserves love more than anyone else I know. If not, let him go. Perhaps, he might find love with Remus but I know my brother’s heart. If you break it, I will find a way to punish you from beyond the Veil.

Signed this day June 16, 1981.

Liliana Anise Potter

Severus had no idea how Lily discovered their true relationship. Had she brewed parentus divinus herself? Why had she not mentioned it? Or had she kept the secret so it would not muddle his mind when he was in the Dark Lord’s presence or his determination to keep her and Harry safe?
Lucius was stunned that Lily Potter not only knew about them but that she left a message for him in her will. Both the Potters had left Severus guardian of their son. What right had Albus Dumbledore to thwart the wishes of both parents by sealing their wills and sending Harry to live with someone who wasn’t even related by blood? Petunia Dursley and her family abused Harry in a variety of ways…
Remus was intrigued that not only did his dear friends remember him in their will he had been granted Lily’s charms research, money and a home? He missed Lily and James even more, swearing to guide Harry and serve as a parental figure on their behalf.
Harry was overwhelmed. His mother knew he had an uncle? She wanted him to be raised by Snape and Remus? His father too? He wasn’t supposed to be raised by Sirius?
Remus caught Harry when he wavered, “I think he has suffered enough shocks for one day.”
“I shall fill the wills immediately with the Ministry. Then we shall take appropriate steps to ensure that they are fulfilled.” Lucius said quickly, “That is if Griphook you would be so good as to allow me copies of both.”
The goblin nodded making copies of the wills.
Lucius accepted the copies.
They made their way back to the surface.
Upon reaching the step outside the entrance to Gringotts, Lucius summoned elves ordering them to return Severus, Remus and Harry to Hogwarts. As soon as they were gone; Lucius Apparated on the spot to turn the copies of the wills over to Amelia Bones and Aurora Greengrass at the Ministry.
It looked like Remus and Severus as well as Harry would have grounds to sue Albus. He’d been wanting to serve that smug bastard his just desserts for years for his callous treatment of himself and Severus. This was his reward for his continuation of his campaign. Contrary to Albus’ claims, he had not used intimidation or the Imperious to negotiate Dumbledore’s removal as Headmaster back when Draco was a Second Year. He would succeed this time!

What do you think? Outstanding? Exceeds Expectations? Acceptable? Poor? Dreadful? Troll?
A/N:
unneeded- I do try to be untypical. I hope that the way that Amelia and Aurora arranged to keep Harry out of Dumble's clutches is interesting. Dumbles will go eventually- Lucius will see to it. As for Horcruxes we'll see if Dumbles knows about them in the future. as for Voldy He shall be dealt with. He has no powers except minor possession because he is a wriath. As for the Prophecy I suppose you'll have to wait and see.
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