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Deliver Me	By : Aresgodofchaos Category: Harry Potter > Slash - Male/Male Views: 15669 -:- Recommendations : 1 -:- Currently Reading : 2
Disclaimer: Of course I don't own Harry Potter. If I did I would not be a struggling college student. I would be somewhere in the sun drinking Cristal.

Chapter List
- 1-one
- 2-two
- 3-three
- 4-four
- 5-five
- 6-six
- 7-seven
- 8-eight
- 9-nine
- 10-ten
- 11-eleven
- 12-A real chapter at last
- 8
- 9
- 10
Disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter or anything else from its canon nor do I make a profit. I do own the original items, spells, persons, Ministry departments, places, magical creatures mentioned in my story. U wanna use them? Please ask my permission first.
Story- is Parseltongue or is a particular inflection of the voice (e.g. sarcasm, or a threat) depending on the situation
Thoughts- inner thoughts
*****I also want to send a special thank you to the reviewer, Hoshi, for posting the correct French translations for the family mottos mentioned in chapter 8. I have since corrected them.******
I have read your reviews and I know most of you really don't like that Dumbledore, Granger, and the Weasleys have inherited money. Just remember everything cannot work in Harry's favor. I am making this as realistic as possible but do not fear like I said-revenge is sweeter when savored.
Chapter 9
Augusta was about to leave one of her social clubs and head home. This particular one was called Wisteria, which was basically a place to pick up social tidbits, light conversation, and for women to play games. Wisteria was a club for the middle aged witch (ages 90-170). Many of her friends through their own deduction guessed that she had custody of her nephew, Harry Potter. Augusta also invited a few of her friends and their families to one of her homes in France for an official 'introduction to society' party for Harry and Neville (and Luna as well) before the school term was due to begin.
Over the past two years Luna and Neville had not made many new friends not only due to the fact that they were not in school but were too busy for serious social gatherings and did not feel quite comfortable having too much fun while Harry was in prison. The custom was when an heir or heiress came of age there was an introduction party. Since Neville took up the lordship he had not had a party and seeing Harry and Neville had the same birthdays she just thought it was best that the parties be combined. Luna was also being introduced because although she was a pureblood her family was not of the same social class as the Longbottoms or Potters. Augusta one day hoped that Luna would be Lady Longbottom for in Luna she saw not only a budding great beauty but a young woman of integrity and great spirit. Whenever Luna and Neville decided to marry and bond it would be among the highlights of the social season.
As Augusta was about to portkey home a voice called to her.
"Augusta, my dear, before you leave you must read this. It concerns you grandson and grandnephew. It is the front page," said Eugenia, the wife of Paul Jasperson. The Jaspersons were a very wealthy yet untitled family. Eugenia moved briskly to Augusta. The rest of the women present quieted as they began take newspapers from the house elves and began to read.
Augusta took the paper Eugenia had in her hand. She wondered what on earth could have happened in the four hours since she left Gringotts with the boys. She sat down at a chair near the fireplace and began to read the article in a special edition of The Daily Prophet.
POTTER AND LONGBOTTOM HUMILIATE AT THE FAIRGROUNDS
By Rita Skeeter
The Fairgrounds is normally a place where those who wish for higher end clothing, supplies, restaurants, or hotel accommodations are found. The Fairgrounds is normally a place in which the only hustle and bustle is present at apparition points or when Herr Hohenzollern brings in a new clothing creation at his famous boutique. However, today at the Fairgrounds two young lords put certain people in their place.
I was informed by an eyewitness, who is a notable French lady yet who wishes to remain anonymous, that Lord Harry Potter and Lord Neville Longbottom were simply taking a relaxing stroll when suddenly they were accosted by a "loud group of crass redheads who were followed by that Headmaster from that quaint English school". This noted lady then said a crazed looking young girl then threw her arms around Lord Potter in "such a manner as to not only injure him in body but in the mind as well; however what can one expect of that class of people?"
What can one expect indeed?
I happened to be at the scene for the latter end of this situation. Miss Ginerva Weasley was then removed from Lord Potter's person by Lord Longbottom. He then said, "Is this the plan of this upstart family to harass and to injure others who have done nothing to deserve it?" (I also must add that Lord Potter still looks underweight and the force of his fall due to Miss Weasley could have injured him seriously.)
One of the owners of that infamous joke shop in Diagon Alley then said their sister was overjoyed to see Harry Potter. This statement was laughed at by Lord Potter, himself, who kindly reminded them that it was the "loving support" of the family which led to his stay in Azkaban. I would remind the public that several statements that were made by certain members of the Weasley family were important in leading to the unlawful imprisonment of the boy-who-lived. Many of these statements came from Ronald Weasley and his muggleborn girlfriend, Hermione Granger, who were the former best friends of both young lords. However that is not then end of the tale. Ronald Weasley then told Lord Potter, "Why do you hold on to this stupid anger? We made a mistake get over it, after all you are my blood brother remember? We did the ceremony along with Hermione two years ago. Forgive us. We forgive you."
Suffice it to say Lord Potter was beyond irate. He then declared all the Weasleys (except Percy Weasley for some reason that is unknown to this writer as of yet) and Chief Warlock Dumbledore blood enemies and oath breakers. He then declared the Weasleys save one and Hermione Granger blood traitors. Lord Potter pronounced these words as head of the houses of Potter and Black.
This reporter can understand the declarations against the Weasleys; however why was Albus Dumbledore included? If the public remembers Chief Warlock Dumbledore during the trial a little over two years ago did not definitively testify against Lord Potter. He stated that the treatment he received from his muggle relatives could have possibly caused unstable behavior; however are such statements worthy of such open humiliation? This reporter believes there is more to the story than known to the public.
This brings more questions mind: Why were all the Weasleys (barring one) declared blood traitors by Lord Potter? If Lord Potter only did the blood bonding ceremony with Ronald Weasley and Hermione Granger (as stated by Ronald Weasley) the magic should not have worked on the entire family however, the magic proved true and was witnessed by dozens within The Fairgrounds.
Did Lord Potter complete the ceremony with the entire family?
This does not seem likely as it was known that Charles and William Weasley were not particularly close with Lord Potter. However, these two sons did stand by their family and made several disparaging remarks about Lord Potter while he was wrongly imprisoned. However, many members of society did the same.
Is Harry Potter possibly related to the Weasleys? A source in the Family and Lineage Department within the Ministry has stated at no point did the Weasleys or Potters intermarry within the last one thousand years hence that scenario is not possible (the relation is far too distant for the magic of blood traitor declarations to work). Since Lord Potter is also Lord Black this avenue was also searched. According to my previous source, Lord Potter due to Black Family inheritance rules had to be a Black either by birth, hest or erus blood adoption. While the two latter blood adoptions were the only possible ways of inheritance the Blacks were never aligned with the Weasleys at any time in the history of the family hence this leads to my question. Why did the blood traitor declaration magic work against the Weasleys?
Yet this was not the ultimate embarrassment for the day. That came from young Lord Longbottom who told his companion, "Let us leave these nothings we have much better places to be," and then they both promptly continued on their leisurely walk as if nothing happened.
My source in the Family and Lineage Department has informed me of a known yet often forgotten detail. Lady Augusta Marie Longbottom was born Lady Augusta Marie Potter. She is the sister of Harry Potter's grandfather. Is this the person who received custody of Lord Potter once he was released from Azkaban? It is very likely as Lord Potter has no other living wizarding or muggle relatives and was has been seen in the presence of both Longbottoms in the past week.
The Longbottoms have not aligned themselves with the Weasleys or Dumbledore since the deaths of the young lord's parents for reasons unknown even to this reporter. Possibly the Longbottoms know the issue between the Weasleys, Dumbledore, and Lord Potter.
This reporter vows to publish those facts once they are known.
Augusta was shocked at what the article detailed. They had the nerve to follow Harry. I wonder how Dumbledore managed to still be alive? The vow was not to actively seek Harry…that blasted man must have went through a loophole. Damn it. I wanted him dead. He is far too slippery by half.
"Dear ladies, in light of this information I really must be going home," said Augusta as she pulled her portkey out from her small handbag.
Longbottom Manor was in an unplottable location and also had the Fidelus Charm placed upon it for extra security. She only had the floo at the Manor open to certain locations. Although she believed the women of her clubs to be trustworthy Augusta knew one could not be too careful.
After the unfortunate impromptu meeting at The Fairgrounds the cousins went to lunch and Harry had lobster for the first time and shared a superb bottle of five-hundred year old Elfin wine with Neville.
The young men then went to an optician to see if Harry would be able to have his eyes corrected. The optician told Harry the repair on his eyes would not hold permanently due to the fact that for years Harry had been wearing the wrong prescriptions and it had weakened the optic nerve and that his stay in Azkaban also did damage to his eyesight. However, the wizarding optician did say the repair would dissipate when Harry was around 170 and as far as Harry was concerned he would not mind wearing glasses again at that age. Harry and Neville had portkeyed home after purchasing a few odds and ends.
Harry had a meeting at six with his lawyer, Mr. Deffold, and wished to have a few moments of peace to ruminate the events of the day. He was also thinking about what his aunt had said about distant relations wanting to meet him. He did not mind meeting the Delacours because he very much wanted to see Fleur and her sister again. It warmed his heart that Fleur had stood behind him even though she could not really help.
He was not too keen on meeting others but Harry realized that he was the head of three houses and with such titles came great social responsibilities.
This is so not good. On top of being 'Harry Potter' I am now this long lost heir. I can already see the headlines. Well before I never used my fame for my protection…..those days are over. Malfoy has protected himself from the Ministry laws itself with his name and wealth alone. I need to take a page out of his book. I will never completely trust those outside of my family circle and the Lovegoods to protect my interests however, it is time to begin behaving as the titled noble I am.
Harry was jolted out from his inner musings by Neville calling him.
"Oh I am sorry, Nev, what did you say?," said Harry as he lay on his bed.
Neville fully walked into the room and then sat on the bed.
"I was asking you if you are alright but I bet I already have the answer to that question. Look on the bright side; we are not spending much time in England. I think Gran is going to want you to contact your other newfound relations. That would include the Wischards, Delacours, Weldons, and a few other families that I cannot think of at this point. I think Gran would probably want a little get together with them first and then another with the rest of society. I'm pretty sure she is going to have these get-togethers on the Continent though. She has no desire to stay in England at this point in time," said Neville as he turned to his cousin.
"Dear Hera, I am not looking forward to meeting these people. I bet that means I am going to have to invite the Malfoys also since I would not want to not invite them; that would look very bad unfortunately. I just wish they did not have to be there today because we both know they are not going to keep this within the family. Then again the world would have found out once it came to Fudge's attention," said Harry in a contemplative tone.
"You are right about that sadly. Anyways I really came in here to cheer you up. Luna and her father will be coming up in the morning. Mr. Lovegood only saw you when you were sick and I doubt you remember him being there. He had some work to catch up on and now he is free. He really wants to meet you…," said Neville before he was interrupted by Harry.
"He does not need to ask permission to see me Nev. I consider him and Luna family for all the things they have done for me, you know that," said Harry as he began to sit up on the bed.
"I know that Harry but Mr. Lovegood is a newspaper writer by trade and as such he always confirms that open invitations are indeed open. It is his habit. I already sent him and Luna an owl that they can come over at ten in the morning for a late breakfast," said Neville.
"Hmmmm…I am sure your owl to Luna was about more than just coming over for a 'late breakfast'," said Harry in a smirk.
"I know when she smiles I just want to….hey those are private but you are right though," said Neville as a light blush came upon his cheeks which reminded Harry of the Neville he met in first year who would blush in embarrassment over every little mistake he made in Potions class or when he was the center of attention. Harry simply laughed at his love struck cousin.
"You know Harry, I really love her. I never thought that anyone would ever see beyond the pudgy little boy I used to be. Everyone saw me as the Squib of Hogwarts. I even remember hearing some of our housemates when you were not around saying if it were not for my money I would end up like Filch... but she saw me. The last year you were at Hogwarts we began a tentative friendship. Everyone thought she was strange and slightly mad ….it was like we belonged together…both of us the outcasts of our houses. When you went to Azkaban our friendship only grew stronger. I love her so much Harry that words cannot explain. I plan on proposing to her soon you know. I don't plan on marrying her until we both finish with university but I just want to lay my claim on her I suppose. Sounds old fashioned doesn't it?," said Neville with a silly grin on his face.
Harry went and sat next to his cousin as he saw the deep emotions within Neville's eyes.
"I don't think it is silly at all Neville. I always thought you and Luna got the short end of the stick where Gryffindor and Ravenclaw were concerned. I haven't been here long but I see the way she looks at you and I hope that one day someone would be able to look at me in that manner. I think you should do it because it will make her the happiest woman on earth. There is no one better. She has proven herself to be loyal in the direst situation. I remember that day in the Department of Mysteries and she was absolutely...brilliant just like you... and stop calling yourself a squib we both know that was just your low lack of confidence undermining your natural ability. Of course, I don't mind if my two best friends in the whole world got married it just makes it easier on me because then I won't need to get two wedding gifts," said Harry with a smile.
Neville simply shook his head and muttered 'cheapskate' as he began to laugh. Harry was about to say something else when his aunt walked through the open door of his bedroom.
"Dear Merlin, I am so glad you boys are here. I just read the articles in the paper not too long ago and feared something else had happened to you both," said Augusta as she came into the bedroom and proceeded to give Harry and Neville a hug.
"What article?," said Neville as both he and Harry looked at Augusta quizzically.
"Accio Special Editions of today's Daily Prophet and Veritas," said Augusta as she held out her hand. Within seconds two newspapers shot through the open doorway into her pale hand. She then gave a paper to Neville and Harry. They immediately saw the headlines and the quickly read through the articles and then exchanged papers and continued to read once again.
"I did not know the press was there Harry but either way you were fucking brilliant," said Neville who temporarily forgot his Gran was in the room.
"We were both bloody fucking brilliant. Maybe we should find a time turner and go back and do more damage," said Harry with a wide grin. Neville was about to respond when Augusta spoke.
"Please refrain from using profanities in my presence you two, although this is one of the few instances in which it was aptly used I suppose and no talk about time turners. I don't know where the young people of this generation get such ideas from. Time turners indeed! I just wish I had been there but then again if I was there I doubt that group of turncoats would have accosted you. Besides the Weasleys and Dumbledore's reputations have been damaged in ways that newspaper articles cannot report. They were rightly embarrassed within The Fairgrounds and now society will be their judge. I am sure they will be aptly ignored by certain peoples and by certain establishments well at least until Dumbledore does his form of damage control. That man has far too much control in England if you ask me but I know many will never look at him the same besides he does not have as many allies as he thinks," said Augusta as she sat in one of the armchairs near the fireplace in Harry's room.
"Sorry about the language Aunt Augusta I guess we got a bit carried away. It was really good that they stopped Nev and me today. I got to rant a bit and I feel loads better. I had some steam to blow off and they served their purpose. Anyways once Deffold sends out that press release I am sure that will take precedence over today's news," said Harry.
"Oh that meeting is at six. Well go ahead Harry, he should be flooing into office I made for you in a few minutes," said Augusta.
"If you both don't mind you can attend. I really want to do things by the letter. Neville you were groomed to take over your title and aunt you have been doing this for years. I really don't mind you both being there for the meeting it would help me immensely," said Harry. He really felt out of his element when it came to certain things and he could imagine what his various inheritances contained and besides they were both his family. He had no need for secrets between them as of yet.
"Of course Harry. Let us go wait for Deffold in your office then," said Augusta. The trio then got up and made their way to the room where Harry was to have his meeting.
Harry, Neville, and Augusta sat down at a circular table in the center of the office along with Mr. Deffold. Introductions had been made and Mr. Deffold had asked Harry which one of his titles he should call him by. Harry stated he could call him by his first name however Mr. Deffold was a man of business and propriety although he could relax when warranted. He said during business matters he would call him by his proper title. Hence Harry said to call him Lord Potter.
A house elf brought tea for the four and popped out of sight.
"Lords Potter and Longbottom I have read about your small meeting at The Fairgrounds earlier today. It was quite interesting to read. I am sad to say that Mr. Dumbledore seems to have found a loophole in the unbreakable bond however the picture with him on the ground was quite amusing," said Florian Deffold with a smirk.
"Thank you Deffold. In hindsight it was quite comical particularly when Miss Weasley declared her undying love to me. I think she might be a bit touched in the mind," said Harry as he took a sip of his mint tea.
"I must agree Harry. I remember when I was back in the Gryffindor common room, when you were in Azkaban, she was telling Hermione and others that she had planned to marry you but unfortunately that you had killed that dream with "your murderous adventures". I do fear she might have seen you as the way for her family to become rich again. Plus if a marriage took place she would have become Lady Potter," said Neville as he put down his teacup on his saucer. Augusta simply shook her head and muttered 'daft girl' under her breath.
"Well in light of that Lord Potter I do believe I should have one of the associates in the firm write up restraining order requests immediately and send them to the Ministry," said Florian as he took out a stack of papers out of the exquisite leather attaché case that he had.
"Yes, please do. I want one against every Weasley excluding Percy and make sure that Dumbledore is included. If Fudge won't fulfill the request I will visit him in person and remind him that I am in charge of three lordships," said Harry in a forthright manner.
Augusta simply looked at Harry with pride. She had hoped that Harry would grow accustomed to sometimes throwing his name around without feeling as if he were growing airs. She realized she had nothing to worry about.
"Yes Lord Potter that will do very well. In light of recent events I am sure there will be no problems with the process of getting the restraining orders. About the three houses you are in charge of however, there is much to discuss. Let us begin with the Potter inheritance. This parchment lists all monies, lands, properties, stocks, bonds, and all other items that you have inherited from your parents," said Florian as he handed Harry the parchment.
Harry took the paper from Mr. Deffold. Since he was sitting between Augusta and Neville they simply read while he was reading.
***Assets of the Prodigious and Bold House of Potter***
Total Assets (includes current, long-term investments, fixed assets, intangibles & tangibles) - $800,056,908 galleons 2 sickles 11 knuts
Trust Fund for Harry James Potter- 8,750,000 galleons
Properties:
Potter Manor (family seat)- unplottable in England
Godric's Hollow
English Summer Houses in Bath, and near Isles of Sicily
Summer Home in Paris, France
Château in Wizarding town of Limoges*, France
Winter Homes Moscow (Russia), Lisbon (Portugal)
Various vacation houses in Italy, Russia, and Germany (see attached documents)
Houses in Wizarding sections of New York City (USA), Boston (USA), Philadelphia (USA), San Francisco (USA), Cairo (Egypt)-presently all being leased to various families (see attached documents)
Quay's & Boddins Rare Animals and Items Emporium- owns the land upon which site stands
Stocks:
1000 shares of Wizarding News Network*
560 shares of the Daily Prophet
231 shares of Barlow's Rare Magical and Mystical Creature Shop
*** (there is more but at this point in the story these details are not crucial just note the Potters were a very wealthy family)
Harry looked up from the parchment and was slightly pale.
"I have this much money? I mean Aunt told me I was rich but this is crazy. I always thought my trust fund was it. I always thought that….you know before I went to Azkaban…I would have had to stretch the trust funds left by Sirius and my parents. Dumbledore always made it seem as if that was all I had," said Harry in a low tone.
"No, my lord, even without the other inheritances you are a wealthy young man. Later in the week I will receive a check from the Ministry for you. This will be a check that will be equal to all the money you would have made off your various investments if your accounts were not handed over to the Ministry. It should be approximately 10 million galleons," said Deffold.
"Thank you for all you have done for me, Mr. Deffold," said Harry with an honest light in his eyes.
"I am simply doing my job, my lord. Here are the lists of the Black and Tremayne fortunes,' said Deffold with a slight smile as he handed two more parchments to Harry.
*** Assets of the Most Ancient and Noble House of Black***
Total Assets (includes current, long-term investments, fixed assets, intangible & tangible) - $19,456,121,890 galleons 3 sickles
Trust Fund for Harry James Potter (set up by late Lord Sirius Black): 10,000,000 galleons
Properties:
Black Manor (family seat)-unplottable in England
12 Grimmauld Place
English Summer Houses in Bath, Liverpool, and near the Isles of Sicily
Château de Noir*- Limoges, France
French Summer Homes Paris and Toulouse
Various other homes in Monaco, Belgium, Italy, Norway, Austria
*(there a various other stocks, properties and such however at this point in the story they are negligible)
***Assets of the Cunning and Ancient House of Tremayne***
Total Assets (includes current, long-term investments, fixed assets, intangibles & tangibles) - $31,876,902,793
Properties:
Tremayne Manor (family seat) - unplottable in France
101 Orchard Lane- family 'cottage' in Kensington -( A/N- is truly a large mansion)
English Summer Houses- Bath, Isles of Sicily, Liverpool
*(there a various other stocks, properties and such however at this point in the story they are negligible)
Harry was a more than a bit shocked.
"Merlin, Harry you have so many properties," said Neville as he looked through the papers which described the various properties that were listed.
"I had all of this and I was living in a cupboard and then a storage room?," said Harry in a whisper to himself but which was heard by the three others at the table.
Augusta simply squeezed Harry's hand and gave him a smile.
He then smiled back. No use dwelling on that part of my past. The Dursleys are dead. I never have to go back to that cursed house again.
"This is quite a large fortune you have Harry. I hope you don't spend it all in one place," said Augusta with a smile.
Neville and Harry began to laugh.
"Yes, aunt I am going to spend it all on clothes and fine wine…I don't see how anyone can spend this much money even with the extended life span that we have," said Harry.
"It can be done Lord Potter. I assure you it is not easy but it has occurred with real heady wastrels," said Deffold. Augusta shook her head in agreement. She knew of several families which were ruined by compulsive and irresponsible spending although those fortunes were not quite as much as Harry's.
"Mr. Deffold I would like to set to set up a foundation in honor of Remus Lupin for werewolves and their families. I know in other nations werewolves are allowed to have regular jobs and have their own special areas for the night of the full moon but other than that they are full citizens. I wish it was like that here. I think I remember hearing in the past that some werewolves are Death Eaters. However, I am sure there are hundreds who were like Remus and who refuse to follow that route. I wish for the foundation to supply for their welfare within England and if they wish to move to a more accepting country to pay their passage and give them starting up money," said Harry in a determined tone.
"You are right Harry. I used to think that werewolves were ravenous beings set to kill wizards in their beds but after I heard that Professor Lupin was a werewolf I realized that could not be so. I would like to help also ," said Neville as in a pensive tone.
"Thank you Nev," said Harry with a smile.
"Well, my lords I can set this up for you. May I ask how much is to be earmarked for this foundation? ," asked Mr. Deffold.
"I wish to give half of the liquid assets of the Potter fortune to the Remus Lupin Foundation to start with. I plan to give more as time passes. I would also like to use my name to gain support and if possible hire werewolves or relatives of werewolves to work for the foundation. These people are still wizards and witches every night except for once a month. Due to recent laws werewolves are not even allowed to attend Hogwarts anymore. I want scholarships available for these children so they can go abroad for school. I know there is not a large population in England but it is this type of disenfranchisement of people that sends them to Voldemort. Remus might be alive if the laws were better. He was proud man and look what prejudice brought him to. He had no choice but to work for that damn man and since Sirius was still technically an escaped convict at the time he could not withdraw large cash amounts without bringing more attention from the Ministry. I know there are some like Fenrir Greyback who are beyond help and enjoy hurting and purposefully infecting others but many should not suffer for the few. I am sure a few of the properties I have can be used for this purpose," said Harry.
"I think that is a grand idea Harry and I will give a donation from my personal accounts also and I will make mention to my friends and associates," said Augusta.
"Deffold you can take three hundred million galleons from the Longbottom accounts for the Lupin Foundation," said Neville as he picked up his teacup once again.
"Very well my lords and my lady. I will get together with my associates and draw up the required papers and have them ready for you to sign as soon as possible. My dear lady, I have researched the question sent you sent to me by owl today about the Wischards," said Florian Deffold.
Harry's and Neville's ears perked up when that name was mentioned. They both remembered the name from the family tree Hunlok gave them earlier during the Blood Inheritance Ritual.
"Thank you Deffold. I was wracking my brain for that information but I just could not remember what happened decades ago and I could not simply ask my acquaintances. It would have been peculiar to suddenly ask about that family," said Augusta.
"Yes, well I had a junior associate do a bit of research. It seems the reason why Lord Potter did not inherit anything from the Wischards, despite him being a descendant of from the main branch, was Mr. Frederick Wischard divorced Theodore Peter Wischard nee Cale –aka Claudius Leyland Tremayne- when he was pregnant in 1960," said Deffold who was then interrupted by Augusta's gasp.
"Circe, of course, I remember now. That divorce was scandalous. Mr. Frederick Wischard stated that he was divorcing his husband for infidelity and getting pregnant with another man's bastard by use of a potion. I remember Theodore now. I do believe I saw him at a few functions Grant (-her late husband) took me to. He was quite stunning. I remember he had dark blond hair and green eyes. You have his eyes Harry I believe. Anyways, the divorce went through. Then not even before the ink was dry on the divorce papers Mr. Wischard married again to a very wealthy heir. That means the gossip was true. There was speculation that Theodore had died in childbirth and the babe sent to an orphanage however everyone assumed it was one run by the Ministry not a muggle one. Dear Merlin that has to be it; how else would have Lily ended up with a muggle family ?!," said Augusta.
"I am afraid you are correct, Lady Longbottom. Theodore Cale was a supposed orphan who married Mr. Wischard in 1882. It seems they met at a charity ball that was held at the Kelly's Home for Children in Ireland, which is where Theodore grew up and then worked. It seems to have been a whirlwind type of romance according to sources. Although the Wischards were wealthy it seems Mr. Frederick Wischard wanted more later in the marriage. He had set his eye upon Sir Leon Paddington's youngest son. Although the Paddingtons are not a family with a higher title they are very wealthy as you know Lady Longbottom. According to the former personal assistant of Mr. Theodore Cale-Wischard, Frederick Wischard was going through a bit of financial problems during the 1950s due to poor investments and saw an advantageous marriage as the solution. Once Mr. Wischard became with child things took a turn for the worst. His husband saw the pregnancy and suspected adultery due to the fact that he was never pregnant before in the marriage. It seems that Theodore did not know of his strong Veela heritage and neither did his husband. Mr. F. Wischard assumed the child was not his and accused his husband of using another man and a potion to beget a false heir and secure his position in the family. I suppose now it is obvious that Theodore became pregnant from natural means. Anyways, the divorce went through when he was in his ninth month of pregnancy. However the birth occurred at one of the Wischard homes. It seems Mr. Wischard did not want to appear in a bad way in regards to society. The personal assistant stated the birth, which was very difficult, took place and was the child was named by Theodore on his deathbed. After the birth Mr. Wischard took the child. Not long after the assistant was let go and he never found out what happened to the child," said Deffold as he took a sip of his slightly sweet tea.
"He must have taken the child to a muggle orphanage. Dear Morgana and Mab, even if the rumors were true to punish the child and send a magical babe to the muggle world is unpardonable. However, since Lily's true name was that of Wischard we can see that Theodore was innocent. The results of the blood inheritance ritual are absolute. Harry it might be in your best interest that this particular branch of your family is ignored. We have no idea how they will react to you Harry, but I do not feel as if you should extend an olive branch to that family. Who knows what they will do once they realize who you really are? If you were not an adult they could sue for your custody because Frederick Wischard is a closer relation than I am since he would be your maternal grandfather," said Augusta in a serious tone.
"What? He threw my mother away….well we don't have to worry about that fortunately. Deffold I wish you to send letters to my closest relations and notify them of the situation to them and to possibly invite them to a small party I guess. Aunt, you can take care of those details. However, Deffold, don't write the Delacours as I wish to send them a letter myself or the Wischards since they can find out in the press release tomorrow. Also do not send anything to the Weasleys. I have declared them blood traitors against Houses Potter and Black. However send a letter to Percy Weasley since I did not include him," said Harry.
"Harry, are you sure you want to send out a press release with you know….your personal information?," asked Neville in a curious tone.
"I don't really want to but I think I should. The Malfoys know and this information will not stay with them alone I am sure. I might as well send out information about myself and beat the speculation that will arise if it comes out as a rumor. Besides the Ministry will know soon enough," said Harry.
Augusta and Neville agreed with that line of thought.
"Lord Potter I assumed you would have taken that route. Once I was notified of the Inheritance test from Gringotts I already made letters to your close relations. I will however, remove the letters for the Delacours and the Wischards. When this meeting is complete I will go back to my offices and have those letters sent out by house elves," said Deffold.
"Oh and no letter for the Weasleys," said Harry.
"My Lord, I did not prepare letters for them however I will prepare one for Percy Weasley," said Deffold.
"I wish I could see their faces when they read the paper in the morning," laughed Neville. Harry then began to laugh also.
"I will leave these papers with you my Lord. They explain all the stocks, heirlooms, and properties that are within your possession. I would also like to inform you of something else in case your aunt has not informed you. The Tremaynes are among the last descendants of Salazar Slytherin. The Tremaynes are descendents of the younger son of Salazar Slytherin. Slytherin was originally French and came here and founded Hogwarts with the others. There are still secondary and tertiary familial lines of the Slytherin line in Europe however only two main lines remain and they are the Tremaynes and the Gaunts. When you were in Azkaban the main family seat for Slytherin was claimed by the only other known parselmouth in England. As was his right instead of being called Lord Gaunt he instead chose to be called Lord Slytherin," said Deffold as he looked at Harry.
Augusta and Neville sat quietly. Augusta already knew this information however, Neville did not know this. He wracked his brain for what Deffold meant. Fuck Harry is distantly related to He-Who…Voldemort….Fuck….If we know then Malfoy must know also and that means Voldemort must know by now.
"What!?," said Harry as he choked on the sip of tea he just swallowed.
"Well Harry I guess that answers why you are a parselmouth then," said Neville in an effort to diffuse the situation.
"Lord Potter, I have not told you this information to cause distress. However, He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named has been slowly but steadily weakening Wizarding England over the past two years. It made news for weeks when he took up the Slytherin lordship. It was his birthright however, at the time, few really knew that the man had such illustrious ancestry. It must be said because he may try to contact you in some way I fear. About your comment Lord Longbottom, although the gift of speaking in the tongue of snakes is not a common gift, I am sure there are others who have the talent. In light of the events of the past twenty-five years the gift has taken on an evil atmosphere. However, I assure you that there must be a few in England who have the talent but keep it secret and that is not to mention others on the Continent who surely posses the gift. Still the gift is rare but not as rare as it has been made to seem," said Deffold in a serious tone.
"Merlin….can my life get any more complicated? ," said Harry as he leaned his head into his hands.
"Don't worry Harry once the news gets out then it will soon be old news," said Neville in low voice as he began pat Harry on the back.
"Well I guess everyone was sort of right second year then when they thought I was the heir of Slytherin," smirked Harry.
"Yeah I guess they were," said Neville with a slight smile.
"Don't worry Harry in light of recent events and the power that your name alone carries the public will not think you are malevolent. It is a known fact that Tremayne House came from the Slytherin line. This nonsense about parselmouths being malicious only came up with this present dark wizard. The mere fact that you are the lord of a house that was thought to be defunct since 1867 will be astonishing. There will be gossip but mostly of the positive type," said Augusta.
"My lady is correct. Although I must say the press, particularly the Daily Prophet, is very vacillating when it comes to its opinions however there will be far too many trying to ingratiate themselves to you. Those people will not worry about gossip or speculation," said Deffold.
"I suppose so besides we won't be in England any longer than necessary. We will soon be leaving right aunt?," said Harry with a breathy sigh.
"Yes, I sent ahead Delia {Augusta's personal assistant} to the château in Marseilles in order to get the house ready. We could leave as early as Sunday. That would leave us with five days to get our affairs in order…oh and Neville I will be giving the Lovegoods an official invitation tomorrow so they can accompany us," smiled Augusta.
"Thanks Gran," said Neville.
Harry just smiled and then he remembered something.
"Deffold about Lady Malfoy and her son, I was wondering what amount would be considered appropriate to give them?," asked Harry.
"Well although the Malfoys are not clients of my firm it is no secret that the family is wealthy in the extreme. Lady Malfoy nee Black must have had funds settled on her when she married. However, I do believe she was expecting an inheritance from the family line along with her sister, Bellatrix Lestrange who was not mentioned in the will for the obvious fact that she is an Azkaban escapee and known Death Eater, " said Deffold.
"I want to legally disown Bellatrix Lestrange nee Black from the family. If you can have those papers sent to me by owl sometime tomorrow that would be excellent," said Harry in a humorless voice.
Deffold shook his head in acquiescence and made some notes on a parchment he was writing on.
"Nev and aunt, I need you both to come somewhere with me tomorrow afternoon for an hour at the most. I think I will make the Lovegoods come along as well. It would be an entertaining trip," said Harry with a smirk. Since the press release is coming out in the morning I am sure there will be an Order meeting tomorrow at 12 Grimmauld Place. It would just make my day if I could see those idiots and put them in their place again.
Neville and Augusta simply looked at Harry and then said of course they would go with Harry on his outing. They had no idea where Harry wanted to go and he was not telling. He wanted them to be surprised.
"Deffold I really do not want to give any help to the Malfoys or Tonks. The Malfoys were never kind to me and Andromeda Tonks and her daughter have condemned me in the past. However I will try to be to be impartial," said Harry before he was interrupted.
"Pardon my lord, Andromeda Tonks nee Black was disowned in 1969 for marrying a Ted Tonks. They are technically not your responsibility since they are no longer considered part of the Black Family. However I must add Lord Potter do not be too small in the amount you will give Lady Malfoy and her son. They both know the Black fortune to be quite large and it is best not to affront anyone at this point in time particularly the Malfoys. Notwithstanding Lady and Lord Longbottom and the Wischards, the Malfoys are your closet relations. I am sure Lady Longbottom will agree with me," said Deffold in a serious tone.
Augusta looked at Harry and shook her head in agreement.
"I know there has been bad history however Deffold is correct, Harry. It is best to not openly aggravate the Malfoys besides it would confuse them on top of it. They would not be expecting any magnanimity from you," said Neville as he thought about what Deffold said.
"Well in that case….set aside 520,000,000 galleons for Narcissa Malfoy and 250,000,000 galleons for her son, Deffold. I don't wish to meet back with them in person unless necessary so just draw up the paper work and I will sign it and then you can meet with the Malfoys. However there is no need to rush this task. I would rather you handle other business first and leave this for last," said Harry.
"As you wish Lord Potter," said Deffold as he began to write notes once again.
"Well I can bet Narcissa would have wanted more however that amount is nothing to laugh at. I think this is quite the wise and fair decision, Harry," said Augusta with a smile.
"Thanks," said Harry.
"Deffold, is there any way to stop the bequests made in the wills to Dumbledore, the Weasleys, and Granger? ," asked Neville. That question loomed in his mind. When the wills were read earlier he did not like it at all that there was money left to those traitors. I did not know Sirius Black but I am sure that he is rolling in his grave at the mere thought of those scoundrels getting any money after what they did to Harry. I bet Professor Lupin is as well. Too bad they did not become ghosts….they could have haunted that lot till they died.
"Yes, Deffold, there must be a way to stop them from receiving anything from the Black and Potter vaults. My parents left Dumbledore a few million galleons along with Sirius. I am pretty sure if they could come back from the dead right now Dumbledore and the rest of his motley crew would be blasted to the high heavens," said Harry with a bit of anger in his tone. Not to mention what Moony would do. He would probably tear them to pieces and use their bones as chew toys.
"Unfortunately my lords, the wills are ironclad. The late Lords Black and Potter made these wills and an heir who takes over the lordships cannot change their requests. I do know the circumstances with Mr. Dumbledore, the Weasleys, and their little muggleborn friend and what they have done to you, Lord Potter and Lord Longbottom. However, wills cannot be changed to suit present needs once the person who made them has died. They will inherit yet I may have a small consolation for you. I did anticipate this question and I did a bit of research once you officially made me solicitor of all your accounts, Lord Potter. I am sure your aunt has made you privy to the details of why bad blood exists between certain echelons of society and the Weasleys. The Weasleys did indeed pay back the last Lord Tremayne save twenty seven million galleons according to the accounts. Since you are Lord Black and Lord Potter as well as Lord Tremayne, with your authority I can simply take out the owed balance from the inheritance. That would leave the Weasleys with twenty-three million galleons," said Deffold as he looked through various parchments.
"Very well carry on. It is not what I wanted but it is something. Duffold draw up papers against Dumbledore for being derelict in his duties as custodian of my parents will. If possible can I have those papers no later than midday tomorrow? They would be quite useful for my outing," said Harry as he sat back in his chair.
"I have had those papers drawn up since you were released from Azkaban, my lord. They will be brought over tomorrow morning at ten by an associate," said Deffold.
"Harry, what are you planning?," asked his aunt with a glimmer in her hazel eyes. Neville sat up in his chair as he wanted to know what Harry was planning also.
"It is a surprise. Hopefully it goes the way I imagine," said Harry with a brilliant smile.
"My lord, there are some papers you have to sign however they can be left here for you to read through and be signed at your leisure. They pertain to certain properties, stocks, and other such matters. They can be sent to my offices before you leave for France, perhaps?", said Deffold as he began to put certain parchments back into his leather attaché case.
"I will have them by in your office by Friday. I would hate to interrupt your weekend with your family," said Harry.
"Thank you, my Lord," said Deffold as he stood to leave.
After a bit of small talk and goodbyes Deffold used the fireplace to leave the office.
"Harry are you sure you don't want to tell us where we are going tomorrow?," pressed Neville as the trio walked out of the room.
"Fine I will give you one hint. Tomorrow we will push some birds out of their birdhouse and ruffle some feathers," said the emerald eyed young man in a cryptic manner.
"Oh, Harry how is that supposed to help us figure it out?," said Augusta in a jovial tone.
Harry laughed.
"Believe me you will appreciate the element of surprise tomorrow but I don't think the birds will though. I am due for my potions soon and it is almost seven so let's go to supper," said Harry.
The trio went downstairs where the elves were in the process of setting up supper.
Harry was hoping that he would barge in on an Order meeting tomorrow while the other two were still trying to make sense of Harry's cryptic sentence about birds and feathers.
Earlier that day…..
Lucius Malfoy put on new black acromantula hair robes that were shot through with silver threadings and then looked at his reflection in the mirror. He could not believe how his day had turned out so far. His family and he went to Gringotts expecting Potter to simply accept the Potter lordship and inherit some money from the Black accounts and then call it a day. Lucius also thought the boy would have forgiven his former friends like the blind Gryffindor he used to be. However, the scene at Gringotts was a far cry from what he expected and on top of that Potter was the Tremayne heir.
I will turn this into my favor. Hmm…it seems Mr. Wischard made an error all almost four decades ago…the fool….it seems the gossipmongers were correct…he would sell a family member for money. At the very least my Lord will be pleased that I have completed my task in such a small period of time.
Lucius picked up his ornate cane and then apparated to Voldemort's manor in northern England.
He quickly walked through the halls and then he saw Severus.
"Consort Slytherin," whispered Lucius as he bowed his head.
"Lucius, I have already told you none of the simpering when we are in private. What are you doing here? Is your business with that Potter brat finished already?," said Snape.
"Yes, Severus it is however I must speak to our Lord. The information that I have is of utmost importance and I am sure it will greatly please him to know of it," said Lucius.
"Hmmm….did Dumbledore finally choke on those blasted and insipid candies he is always trying to give people? That would make my month," said the Severus in a monotone voice.
"No sadly not dear friend, but I think it is best I tell you both at the same time," said Lucius.
"Very well, follow me," said Severus as he began to walk towards his husband's study.
They reached the door of the study which was made from the wood of the black mylirn* tree. Severus knocked on the door in a distinct pattern. This pattern signified to the person inside that it was Severus and he had a companion.
"Enter," said a voice from inside the room.
Severus opened the door and entered with Lucius and then close the door behind them.
Lucius bowed and greeted Voldemort in the customary manner. Voldemort then gave Lucius leave to rise.
"Lucius, I thought you were to be at Gringotts today. I am sure watching Potter inherit the Potter fortune was not all that interesting," said Voldemort as he moved around some papers on his desk.
"My Lord, I have found out some very interesting information this morning concerning Potter," said Lucius.
"Sit down Lucius and tell me what is so important that you disturbed my lunch. It better be for a good reason," said Voldemort.
Lucius sat down and then said, "My Lord, the information I have learned while I was at Gringotts I dare say will be surprising to you."
Lucius waited for Severus to sit down and then began to speak.
"Narcissa and I knew that since that Potter brat was released from Azkaban and cleared that we would finally resolve the limbo that the Black accounts were in and we simply expected to be there to hear a will be read and then sign papers and leave with Draco as the lord of the family. However that was not what happened and I hardly know where to begin as so many interesting truths came out today," said Lucius before he was interrupted by Voldemort.
"Hmmm…my interest is peaked. Start from the beginning," said Voldemort.
"Very well my liege. Three wills were read today. They were the last testaments of that blasted wolf, Black, and the Potters. The cur left his meager belongings to the boy. However, the other wills were much more surprising. It seems sometime before he died that Sirius Black took his godson to Gringotts and made him heir through hest blood adoption," said Lucius.
"What?," said Voldemort is a silky calm voice. Then again Severus and Lucius knew the man so they were not fooled by the calmness in his tone. They both knew the man was more than a bit annoyed.
"It is true, my Lord and it seems my wife's blasted cousin left the entire fortune to Potter save a few measly galleons. He left money to the Weasleys, that know-it-all mudblood, and to Dumbledore's 'private business'," said Lucius.
"That must be the Order. I am surprised the Weasleys got money from that infuriating braggart then again Black never knew who to trust because he was always spewing drivel from his mouth. It is that attitude that made him land in Azkaban in the first place," stated Snape in his usual mordant manner.
"Are you telling me that Narcissa, Bella, and your son were cut out of the will? Were they bastardized?," said Voldemort as his crimson eyes gleamed with interest.
"No, my lord, they were not. Narcissa and Draco were mentioned by name but only to say that their portion would be determined by the new Lord Black. Then Potter plainly told me to notify Bella that her days upon the family tapestry are numbered," said Lucius.
"He is going to bastardize Bella? Marvolo, that will send Bella to new heights of anger," said Severus in a calm voice.
"Hmmmm, I do believe you are right Severus, however, I am not surprised. Bella did kill that wolf and that embarrassment to the Black name and family motto. Give me your arm, Lucius," said the snake faced man.
Lucius pulled up his sleeves and gave then outstretched the bare arm. Voldemort then used his wand and then pressed it into the mark. Although the mark did burn Lucius did not waver in keeping his stoic countenance.
Within thirty seconds Bellatrix Lestrange had apparated into the office.
"My Lord and his Consort," bowed Bellatrix. Soon Voldemort gave her leave to get up. She greeted Lucius and then sat down.
"Bellatrix have you had any progress with the task assigned to you?," asked Voldemort.
"Not really my Lord. Potter is with the Longbottoms at their manor most of the time. However, I do believe the way to get Potter is to use the Lovegoods. There is speculation that Luna Lovegood will be soon engaged to Neville Longbottom. Those three are thick as thieves my lord. They were spotted at a playhouse in Verdant Gardens this Sunday past. There is also speculation that they will be leaving England soon as there have been no plans for them to reenter Hogwarts according to Lucius. However, where they would be going to I have not yet found out," said Bella.
"Very well however, I really did not summon you to check up on your task. Lucius tell her," said Voldemort.
Lucius told Bella what he had just told Voldemort and Severus. A glint of anger and madness was in her violet eyes and she held onto the arms on the chair so tightly that her knuckles became white and she was stricken speechless.
If Potter was in this room right now I do believe her look alone would set him aflame- thought Lucius.
"Is that all Lucius?," said Voldemort.
"No, my Lord, that is not even the tip of the iceberg. It seems that the boy's parents left a will. In fact it seems that James Potter recorded this will just before he went into hiding. He left the will in the care of Dumbledore. Due to recent events and the requests of Potter's lawyer the will was given back to Gringotts. However that is not the surprising part. James Potter declared in the will that he had changed secretkeepers and that Peter Pettigrew was the one who held the secret not Black. He also declared Lady Longbottom Potter's guardian. All of us were a bit stunned in the Inheritance Room. Dumbledore royally messed up and he knew what was contained within the will because he was the custodian. By ignoring the will he prevented Lady Longbottom from taking in her nephew and he allowed that blood traitor to stay in prison, which was good for you my Lord however Potter nor the Longbottoms found the news comforting," Lucius stated.
"Hmmmm, it is obvious that Dumbledore was playing with fire and now his plans have blown up in his face. His machinations are now open for all to see. How did those wretched redheads take the news?," said Severus.
"They just sat there and accepted it. I think they believe his actions were necessary. They see him as the many titled Dumbledore and he cannot do any wrong. Then again with the type of people that they are one cannot be surprised at their behavior," said Lucius.
"Well this day just keeps getting better and better. That fool has played right into my hands. Potter will never go back to him now and neither will Longbottom. This is perfect. Well thank you Lucius for notifying me," said Voldemort as he began to stand up. Severus also began to rise however Bella was still a bit transfixed in her seat.
"My Lord I have one more piece of news. You gave me a task and I have completed it," said Lucius as he once again gripped his cane.
"Surely Lucius you have been quite busy. I do appreciate a job done in a timely manner. So where was the heir found? In France or somewhere else on the Continent? ," said Voldemort.
"The Tremayne heir is Potter my Lord," said Lucius.
There was silence in the room. The silence was so thick that it could be cut with a knife and only seemed to thicken as the seconds ticked by. Severus was stunned and became verbally impotent as his usual mask fell. Bella looked as if she was about to lose her lunch and swoon to the floor.
"That is impossible Lucius. His mother is a known mudblood bitch ," said Bella with renewed strength.
"Explain," said Voldemort in a curt tone as he and Severus sat back down.
"There was a bit of disbelief that Potter did indeed inherit the title of Lord Black hence a blood inheritance ritual was completed after Dumbledore and his entourage left . Potter's mother was not a mudblood in fact she was the daughter of Frederick Wischard and Claudius Leyland Tremayne aka Theodore Wischard nee Cale," said Lucius.
"Frederick Wischard? Isn't he married to Sir Paddington's younger son?," said Bella.
"Yes, he is. In 1960 there was a scandal concerning Wischard and his first husband. He had found his first husband working at an orphanage and was enthralled by his divine looks. He married the "orphan". Anyways later in the marriage Wischard wanted to marry for money hence he divorced his husband who was heavily pregnant. However, Wischard had stated that his husband had cheated on him and plied his lover with potions and other such items in order to get pregnant. It seems Wischard was wrong. Claudius died in childbirth and it seems the blood inheritance test vindicated him. Claudius must have named her before he died. The magic of the blood inheritance test recognized Lily Potter for who she truly was ," said Lucius.
Silence.
Silence.
"So Potter it seems is not a half-blood after all. Lucius you will cultivate this relationship. I do know that your son and Potter were enemies however your son will also cultivate this relationship. Potter is no longer just the 'boy-who-lived' he is also the lord of three houses. He would have already had great standing without being the Tremayne heir however through this new link he is related to quite a few families on the Continent and will be feted by many. If your son refuses to understand he will be made to understand. Is that clear?," said Voldemort.
"Crystal, my lord," said Lucius. Potter might have been related to him however Lucius had no qualms about taking Potter and any who stood in the way of his leader out of the picture (except members of his immediate family). He would make sure to impress the seriousness of the situation on Draco. Once Draco grasped the situation planning could begin. Besides his son was not a Slytherin for nothing. I am sure by the time I return home Draco would have already realized the role he has to play.
"Bella use this new information to your disposal. I do know you are angry however once we find Potter I will give you a prize. I will allow you and Rodolphus to finish off the Longbottoms," said Voldemort.
"Thank you, my Lord," said Bella as she graciously bowed.
Lucius and Bella left after they were dismissed.
"My love what would you have me do?," said Severus as he moved into Voldemort's lap in an effort to calm him. Severus knew by the glimpses of feelings that were coming through his bond that Voldemort was beyond pissed now.
"You will continue to play your role. Dumbledore knows a bit of what Lucius knows however the man was not there for the blood inheritance ritual. I am sure that a press release will be published in the coming days hence tell Dumbledore nothing about this. He will learn when the rest the world does as well. Simply tell Dumbledore that I am angry at Potter's threat to disinherit Bella since such an action on Potter's part is to be expected. It seems as if I was mistaken about how Potter was a parselmouth. He inherited the gift from his mother," said Voldemort.
"I will do as you ask Marvolo. Come let us eat," said Severus as he gave his husband a kiss on the cheek.
The pair then began to eat the lunch that had been under a warming charm as they pondered the information that was given to them.
At the Weasley Home ( an hour or so after the Fairgrounds incident)
All the Weasleys (except Percy) were at the Weasley home along with Hermione and Dumbledore. This new large home was grand and befitted their new lifestyle. At this point there was a meeting going on in the Blue Drawing Room.
"I don't understand Mum. He only did the blood sibling ritual with Hermione and Ron. The magic of being declared a blood traitor should not have worked on the rest of us. Imagine my shock and dismay when I was attending to a baby Hungarian Horntail and I saw the magic appear around me! I am not saying that Potter was right however it should not have worked on all of us," said Charlie as he sat in a leather armchair.
"I don't know what happened but according to today's events it seems that the Weasleys and the Potters must be related however I know that is not possible," said Dumbledore as he paced the floor a bit.
"You are right Albus. The Potters and Weasleys have not made a union or bonded in a millennium hence that magic should not have worked. The same goes for the Longbottoms as well and the Blacks have never married a Weasley," said Arthur as he looked out of a window.
"I know why Harry is behaving like this and it is all the fault of his family. They have poisoned him against us. How can we be faulted for what the evidence clearly showed two years ago? Where was Neville during the trial? How dare they condemn us! Harry was even seen with Loony Luna along with Neville one day last week in public. Those two will ruin we any chance of reconciliation with their gross exaggerations," said Ginny hotly. Her anger twisted her beautiful features into a scowl
There were gestures and sounds of approval when this statement was made. Of course all present conveniently forgot any role they played in Harry's unjust imprisonment. They also conveniently forgot the harsh comments they made to Harry before he went into cell XXVI in Azkaban. They also forgot any comments they made during Harry's imprisonment. The three youngest also conveniently forgot what they did to Neville and Luna.
"Ron, Hermione, and Ginny you must try to heal old wounds. Harry's time in Azkaban and his being with the Longbottoms and Lovegoods have skewed his sense of reality and have made him bitter. Write to him however ask for forgiveness in a gentle and unassuming manner. Remind him of the good times. Ginny, in your case, I would advise you to not remind him of your feelings quite yet. This is based on his reaction today. I am sure Molly would agree with me," said Dumbledore.
"Yes, dears, I agree with that plan. Afterwards the twins can write as well. It is best this way. We don't want to crowd him too quickly for he must be acclimated to us once again," said Molly.
"Mum alright I will write to him but there was no need to embarrass us like that in public and at the Fairgrounds no less. Neville is having a bad effect on Harry. If we don't stop him he will turn Harry dark for real," said Ronald.
"How badly will Harry and Neville's statements affect our lives?," asked Hermione. She knew the answer already but still had a need to ask. Perhaps it was the sadist in her who wanted to know.
"For someone who is known to be so smart that is a quite an obtuse question to ask. Harry is Harry Potter. Figure it out," said Bill. He was still a bit miffed that Fleur had broken off the engagement not long after Harry was imprisoned. Fleur had gone against the wishes of her family when she entered into the engagement with him. The Delacours were dead set against her marrying a Weasley for they held onto issues Bill and the rest of the family thought were better forgotten-(A/N: Delacours declared the Weasleys blood enemies for the death of Lady Claudia Circe Tremayne nee Malfoy, the daughter of Lord Julius Galileo Malfoy and Lord Agamemnon Apollo Malfoy nee Delacour, her sister-in-law, and for the supposed death of Claudius Leyland Tremayne).
"No need to be so harsh Bill. I know the answer already... I was just hoping," said Hermione said in a petulant manner.
The twins were just quiet along with the rest of the family.
"Look, write Harry the day after tomorrow. Give him a day to calm down. Come this situation is not going to be solved with us sitting here worrying is it? Albus please stay for lunch," said Arthur, who was just as worried as everyone else however he realized worrying about the situation was not going to change the situation at present.
Dumbledore agreed to stay for lunch. All the Weasleys present, Hermione, and Dumbledore made their way to one of the smaller dining rooms for lunch.
They had no idea the answer to their pressing question would be answered on the front page of every newspaper in the Wizarding World -that was worth their salt - in the morning.
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Wizarding News Network- is a news network like CNN or MSNBC in my story; in my version of the wizarding world there is a form of television without the electricity and box; using magic- news programs, shows (movies music videos, etc..), and other such things are sent into homes (for a fee of course from various companies) and can be seen in a type of holographic kind of manner ( it is the 20th century ...I never liked how JKR made wizards completely backwards at times in the canon).Oh and to those who are waiting for the main slash storyline between Harry and the OC...patience is a virtue. However when it comes...you will be thankful for the strong storyline.
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