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Hidden Family	By : vinsmouse Category: Harry Potter Crossovers > General - Misc Views: 17507 -:- Recommendations : 3 -:- Currently Reading : 3
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Chapter XXXVI

4th March, 1993

Hogwarts Headmaster’s Private Quarters

“I don’t blame the board for firing you Albus but to replace you with Lucius Malfoy,” Minerva fumed to her former boss.

“Yes, the position should have been your’s,” Albus commiserated.

Minerva harrumphed, men! “I actually rather prefer my current position as it allows me to continue teaching. No jealousy isn’t the issue Albus; the issue is that we now have a Death Eater in charge of the school. Merlin only knows what sort of curriculum he will institute.”

“According to Lady Longbottom he carries no dark mark.”

“He’s found a means of hiding it then,” Minerva scoffed.

“That is likely so, which is why I hope you’ll continue as deputy. There should be at least one person close enough to the man to prevent any attempts to employ inappropriate classes or discriminate against our muggleborn students.”

“Of course I will Albus. I’ve already informed the board of my decision.” Really did the man have no sense at all?

“Good, very good,” Albus distractedly replied while directing his belongings into a trunk. “I shall keep close contact with the governors and when Malfoy inevitably attempts a move too far I will be available to return.”

Minerva stared at the elderly wizard. Had he completely lost the plot? If Malfoy did make an error that resulted in him being replaced the board would never agree to reinstate Dumbledore. There had been too many poor decisions in recent years, decisions that had endangered the student body as well as serving to embarrass the school governors. There were some on the board who would forgive him for endangering the school but would never forgive the embarrassment they themselves had suffered.

“Perhaps it is time to allow Cornelius to pass some of his educational decrees,” Albus mused. If he couldn’t control the school directly he would just have to find another means.

If looks alone could kill Minerva would have been guilty of murder in that moment. Angry though she might be she kept quiet; after all she was more familiar with the Hogwarts charter than either Dumbledore or Fudge. There were specific protections in place for a situation in which the government attempted to gain control of the school. The members of the Wizengamot would ignore their history at their peril. Still she didn’t have any desire to deal with the situation, perhaps it would be a good idea to remind some of the Wizengamot members of the consequences should they attempt a takeover.

“Well my dear I suppose this is good-bye for now,” Albus said.

“Yes I suppose it is,” Minerva concurred. “I’ll walk you out Albus.”

"Oh there’s no need for that my dear. I do know the way after all,” he smiled benignly.

“That’s as may be but I’m afraid the rules are quite clear. If at any time the Hogwarts Headmaster is dismissed from service he or she must be escorted by the new head or the deputy from the castle. I’m sorry Albus but I have no choice in the matter.” Minerva didn’t really mind the rule as at this point she wasn’t certain her old friend could be trusted to leave without incident.

Albus sighed. “Very well, shall we go then?”

5th March, 1993

Hogwarts Great Hall

Lucius sat in the centre seat at the staff table, though his seat was no different from those of the other staff. Really that golden throne Dumbledore had insisted upon should have told them much of his priorities. Lucius had always been amazed that none had ever suspected, publicly at any rate, that Dumbledore’s motives might be less than pure. What did a leader of the light need with the ostentatious trappings of power after all? He waited patiently for the hall to fill, an announcement having been made in the common rooms instructing all students to arrive in the Great Hall by 7:30 a.m. for an important announcement.

At the appointed time, Lucius stood and casting sonorous upon himself began to speak. “Are there any students missing from the hall?”

“Harry Potter,” several voices called out.

“I am aware of Mr. Potter’s absence, any others?” He waited several minutes, giving the students a chance to inform him if any other students were absent. “Very well. For those who are unaware, my name is Lord Lucius Malfoy. As of late last night I am the new Headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardy.” There were shocked gasps and excited whispers, Lucius let them continue for several minutes before firing off a noisemaker. There were several incredulous remarks concerning his former status as a death eater, he wisely ignored them. “It was the decision of the Board of Governors that Headmaster Dumbledore should step down. For the remainder of this year no changes will be made aside from one. I will tolerate no bullying or other misbehaviour from any member of the student body,” he gave his son a hard look, “or staff.” He knew Draco wouldn’t bully others but wanted the other students to understand that he included his son in his edict. “Should any student be the victim of an attack by fellow students or staff he or she should inform their head of house who will in turn inform me and the situation will be dealt with. Should the attacker be your head of house inform me directly.” With that Lucius sat down allowing breakfast to begin.

“Can we assume you intend changes next year?” Minerva asked.

“I have some ideas, but you needn’t worry Professor McGonagall I am certain you will like them,” Lucius smirked; he looked forward to the shock the Scotswoman would soon experience. “I believe at this time we should focus on finding a new Defence professor, though I can take on the class for the time being.”

“You?” Minerva couldn’t hide her shock or concern. She could imagine what sort of dark spells Malfoy might teach the students.

“Is there some reason I shouldn’t?”

“The Headmaster doesn’t ordinarily teach classes,” Minerva weakly objected.

“But the students must be taught. It isn’t right that their education suffer due to the mistakes of the previous Headmaster,” Lucius easily countered. No further conversation was made but before the students could leave the new Headmaster stood once more. “One final announcement before you leave for classes. Until a new professor is found I will be taking over the defence classes. However, as I need to familiarize myself with the curriculum defence classes are cancelled for the remainder of the week.” He paused to allow the cheering to die down. “Do not assume this is meant as permission to waste time in trivial pursuits. All students are expected to quietly study defensive spells in the library or their common rooms during their regularly scheduled defence class. Dismissed.”

5th March, 1993

Mount Street Flat

“Yes?” Mrs. Tolliver greeted the man at the door, hiding her discomfort. By his manner of dress she was certain he was a wizard, she had after all these years become used to the idea of magic, but she would never be truly comfortable around magicals.

“My name is Lord Malfoy, would Mr. Hebblethwaite be available?” Lucius politely inquired of the muggle servant.

“This way sir,” she replied. Quietly leading the way to the front parlour she announced him to the room.

“Lord Malfoy, this is a surprise,” Ginger greeted the blond, standing to shake his hand. “Please have a seat,” he offered. “Would you care for tea?”

“No thank you Mr. Hebblethwaite,” Lucius declined as he sat in a comfortable looking chair.

“What can I do for you Lord Malfoy?” Ginger asked after making introductions.

“Have you heard the news concerning Dumbledore?”

“Yes, Amelia contacted us this morning. She also told us you are the new Headmaster, congratulations.”

“Yes well whether it is a coup or a punishment remains to be seen,” Lucius facetiously returned. “I wished to ask if young Mr. Potter will be returning to Hogwarts at this time.”

“I’m not certain it’s a good idea. He was quite upset by the article in the Prophet and I will admit to concerns for his safety and peace should he return to your school.”

“Lockhart is of course long gone and I myself will be stepping into the post of defence professor until a suitable replacement can be found. As for the students I have made it quite clear that I will not tolerate bullying or any other types of attacks from students or teachers.”

“That is reassuring Lord Malfoy but we both know that children can be cruel nor can the professors always be present,” Ginger countered.

The others nodded in agreement though they said nothing. A man such as Lord Malfoy would undoubtedly give more credence to the words of a parent or guardian than to simple friends of the family.

“Ah yes, but at Hogwarts we have an added watchdog as it were in the form of the portraits and ghosts. There are very few places within Hogwarts a student could hide without at least one person being aware of their activities and location.”

“That does put a different spin on the thing. But there is also the question of the staff. How do you intend to insure that none of the present staff or any future staff will attempt to harm the students?”

“By a couple of simple expedients,” Lucius smiled. “I have no idea why Dumbledore never did this; honestly one would think he wanted the students endangered. My plan is to insist upon a few pertinent questions while the prospective or current teacher is under the influence of veritaserum. If satisfactory answers are given then the teacher will be required to take a magical oath to the effect that they will never knowingly through action or inaction allow a student to be harmed, physically, mentally, emotionally or magically. Will this satisfy you Mr. Hebblethwaite?” Lucius hoped it would be enough; it wouldn’t do to lose the boy-who-lived to another school not to mention his son would make his life miserable if Harry refused to return.

Ginger glanced at his friends, seeking their opinions. Biggles summed their thoughts up nicely.

“You can’t ask more of the man than that laddie. I believe at this point the decision should lie with our Harry.”

“I’ll just go fetch him then.” Ginger stood and excusing himself he left, returning a moment later with Harry by his side.

“Hello Lord Malfoy,” Harry greeted. “Is Draco alright?”

“Draco is perfectly fine Harry, though he misses you of course,” Lucius smiled. In short order he explained to the child his reason for his visit.

“What sort of questions will you ask?” Harry enquired.

“A very good question Harry, I can see why you were placed in Ravenclaw. The teachers will be asked if they have ever harmed a child physically or verbally to begin with. They will also be asked if they have ever touched a child in an inappropriate manner.”

“Excuse me sir, but what if they don’t think they did anything inappropriate?” Harry asked. He was sure if asked the Dursleys would have seen nothing wrong with the way they treated him when he was young. He didn’t know if Lockhart would think what he did was wrong or not.

“That is a good point; I will rephrase the question in a way that will leave no doubt as to what I am asking. The final two questions will be if they have ever behaved towards a child in a manner that society would consider wrong and if they ever intend to do so. If they answer the questions correctly they will still be required to take a magical oath. I will not have another Lockhart in Hogwarts.”

“And you’ll be asking these questions of the teachers that already work at Hogwarts?” Though none had ever hurt him or made him think they would, after Lockhart it was natural that Harry was concerned.

“Absolutely and I will have Professor McGonagall, as deputy ask the same questions of myself. I will of course take the oath as well. There will be no exceptions. I will even include Hagrid and Filch in the interrogations; they cannot of course take a magically binding oath.”

“What do you think Grandfather?” Harry now turned his attention to the residents of Mount Street.

“I think you should return only if you want to.”

“I don’t really want to leave my friends and any school would have heard about Lockhart so I would either need to be home schooled or deal with the rumours,” was Harry’s opinion.

“That is very true laddie,” Biggles said while the others simply nodded in agreement.

“I will return to Hogwarts then,” Harry decided. “Will I need to return with you Lord Malfoy?”

“You may or you can return later by flooing to Professor Flitwick’s office.”

Harry chewed his lip, “I think I’d like to floo.” He didn’t want to insult Draco’s father but he didn’t know him, not really, and the idea of being alone with a man unknown to him sent tendrils of dread down his spine.

“Very well.” Lucius stood, “Thank you for returning Harry. I quite dreaded telling Draco I couldn’t convince you to return,” he winked.

Harry grinned. “Glad I could help sir.”

TBC...

Please feed the muse with reviews. A/N: I feel I should clarify that Biggles is actually a book series that begins with Biggles and Algy during WWI, Ginger is added as a teenager in the mid 1930s and Bertie joins the group during WWII. There was a movie in the late 80s and a, I believe New Zealand, tv series in the 60s so the confusion is understandable. I will post a link in my profile to a site where you can read a couple of the Biggles books online if you wish in order to get a feel for the characters.
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