To those reading this for the first time, it was the second book that I had written in my series, and follows the events of the original version of Stone of Life (My first story). That version sucked, so I decided to reboot it, but didn't keep a copy of it on the site. It was that embarrassing.
So, in short, to understand this story:
Harry Potter is Hadrian.
He has fire and electrical powers.
Draco is smart.
Hermione is... off.
Dumbledore killed the Potters.
Riddle was their friend.
He also is masquerading as a guy named Tonent Stumper, and carries the post of DADA teacher, while acting as "Voldemort" the terrorist at night.
James Potter was a dark lord.
The Marauders were James Potter, Sirius Black, Tom Riddle, Dean Greengrass.
Pettigrew is, or was, a devout follower of Dumbledore.
The Dursley are missing or dead, assume dead.
Hadrian lives in a magical city named Pevenno, which he... *sigh* rules.
He's friends with the director of Gringotts. (Yes, stereotypical fanfiction trope, friendly goblins... )
Hadrian is descended from Cadmus, instead of Ignotus Peverell.
Dumbledore, Hadrian, and a few other people are generally bastards.
Hadrian has moments of heroics however, where he is similar to Harry.
Hope you like what was basically a rushed story, until I actually do something with this, whether remake it, edit it, or just tear it all down and start anew.
CHAPTER I: SHALL I COMPARE THEE?
August, 1992
Riddle
He had been smart so far, distracting Dumbledore with 'new' information on the person messing with him, causing trouble for him, or by throwing wrenches in his plans. He was pleased overall, James' plan was completed, and now they could move forward with the next plan, the Marauder's plan. He had spoken with Dean, and they agreed they'd wait until they could get Sirius out before explaining more to Hadrian, so they had to wait.
They would get him out early, but they weren't ready. Dean had suggested that Tom could work with Hadrian, and secretly train him in order to fight Dumbledore when the time came. They also knew that they'd have to be careful, as Dumbledore would flip at the slightest mention of Marauders .
Dumblefuck thought he could take us down?
If you want to take us down, make sure you finish the job.
Malfoy
Overall, Draco was thoroughly enjoying his summer. He didn't have to do any kind of school work, or endanger his life in any way, it was nice. His mother had been thrilled that he'd been advancing in Medical Science, and was interested by his planned book, though she said the subject could end up being controversial.
His father commented on it as well, and said he'd support him if he did publish it, and was proud of him. He had just finished writing a letter to Hadrian, when his ear was pinched slightly.
Draco turned to his right, to see his Raven stomping his book, almost like it was telling him to work on it.
"Knight, I'm trying to write a letter here." He told the bird, before returning to his letter. When he finished, he signed it off, pressed a wax seal down, and turned to his bird. Knight merely stared back at him, almost daring him to ask.
"Knight…." He started, only to be interrupted by his bird barking.
"Look, I'll work on the book, just take the letter to him, you remember where it is right?" Knight merely barked, and allowed Draco to tie the letter to his leg. Right when Draco finished tying it, the raven bolted out of the window, soaring into the sky.
"What am I going to do with you…?" Draco mused, remembering how he got his bird.
He had decided to check out the place where Hadrian had found Hedwick, only to find out Hadrian had lied so he'd bother the man. He walked out of the shop disappointed, before being hit in the face. His anger flared as he thought he'd been punched, when he noticed a bird on the ground. From the looks of it, it smashed into his face, injured a wing, and was slightly disoriented.
Quickly Draco had picked up the bird, ran back to the Leaky Cauldron's floo, and went home. He hadn't thought about it at the time, but he remembered his mother knew a thing or two about healing, so he asked her to help. Once she got over the surprise, she was able to help the bird, which cheered him up slightly. After she saw how concerned he got over it, she let him keep the little black bird, which he named Knight, as he had played the position himself.
"Well… back to busting the Ministry's ass." He muttered, as he resumed working on his book.
Granger
Hermione was glad to be back with her parents. When she told her parents about her house winning the cup, they celebrated even though they didn't understand it. She had told them a watered-down version of the year's events, and explained a little bit about her friends. She told them about how much of an asshole Draco was, and told them about Hadrian.
She explained how she met the two, and how they had saved her, though she didn't mention Draco's part in causing the issue. She told them about how they worked together in the gauntlet, and discovered the meaning behind it all, though she left out several details.
She had received a few letters from Hadrian, and even some from from fellow Ravenclaws. She was having a great time, though she kind of missed her friends, well… friend.
"Hermione! We're going out for dinner, what do you want?" Her mother asked her from down the hall, pulling her out of her thoughts.
"Chips!" She yelled, quickly grabbing her bag and shoes.
"That's not dinner, that's lunch."Her mother said, sighing.
"Let's go." Hermione said dismissively, walking out the door.
Potter
"Hello Lord Potter, I'm glad you could make it." Director Sharp Soul said, waving him into his office. Hadrian walked in, and sank into the chair offered to him.
"It's alright Sharp, now… what did you want to talk about?"
"Ah, well… a man we both know told me that you have claimed the Slytherin name."
"Yes, I have. The green S burned into my hand proves that." Hadrian stated, showing off the hand in mention.
"Ah, I wondered about that. Well, do you want to be Lord Slytherin?"
"I don't really know yet. Do I get more money and things?" Hadrian asked, sipping on a glass of fire whiskey he had demanded when he walked into the bank.
"You do, you get the title, vault, and properties. I must tell you though, the Slytherin vault is low on funds, and has been as the Gaunt family had control of it for a short time, but your father stepped in before they could drain it dry, so just don't expect it to be full. You actually do have a few properties. You have a small house in Eastern Britain, a moderately well off house in Ireland, and the deed to Slytherin's home in Scotland, but we have no idea where it is…" Sharp said, passing Hadrian the keys to the smaller houses, and the deed to the third.
"Hmm, any material things?"
"Actually yes, give me a moment," He said, pulling a box from under his desk, which he re-sized before handing it to him.
"Inside is his locket, a different ring, and a sword. I have no idea why it's just these three though, they're yours now."
Hadrian opened the box, and found, akin to Sharp's words, a royal sword with a serpent like handle guard, and two emeralds mimicking eyes on the hilt of the sword. The blade was thin and sharp, in contrast to the Black Thorn's bulk and edges. He grabbed the sheath that came with it, hooked it onto his belt, and moved on. The ring was made of the same black metal as Slytherin's house ring, but instead of a S, there was some strange triangle.
Not paying much attention, he slipped the ring onto his left little finger, and found that he now wore rings on every left finger. The locket was another story. Instead of silver like he'd expect from Slytherin, it was made of fine gold with a simple silver chain. In the center was a small little black snake inside of the jewel top.
The locket was… locked, so he absently slid it over his neck, and gave the box back to Sharp Soul.
"Now that, that's it, I wanted to know if you wanted to look over the real estate chart. The businesses are doing well, though I don't believe I showed you this. You own most of Diagon Alley, along with two shops in Hogsmeade Village. Hmm, you apparently own part of The Quibbler, as the money you gave Xenophilius four years ago helped him. He lost his wife around that time, and it helped him and his daughter recover, and plan a funeral. It seems he wanted to pay you back a little."
Hadrian thought deeply about that, before making a rare decision. "Give him back what I own of the paper, I don't need the money I'd earn from it, and he could use it. If he ever comes asking for my help, direct him to my home."
"Alright, anything else?"
"Oh yes, I want to buy a company, though I'd like to meet with them." He said, downing his glass, before sighing.
"What company?" Sharp asked in surprise, eyebrow held as well.
"Um… Mage Corp, that's it. They make electronic devices, and make it so my magic doesn't blow them up. I'd like to see what they can do with some more funding."
"I will send word to them that you wish to meet, now… I believe that's it?"
"Yes, thanks for your time Sharp." Hadrian said, standing up and shaking hands with his adviser and taking his leave
"My pleasure Lord Potter."
Dumbledore
(Three months ago.)
"I've called this meeting of the Order for one reason, what to do about Hadrian Potter… He has already claimed his Lordship, killed a Hogwarts student, and killed a member of the Order, Peter Pettigrew," Albus Dumbledore solemnly said, looking out across the long table that separated him from his few friends in the world.
"You said he killed a student, who?" Kingsley Shacklebolt asked, surprise, or anger on his face.
"Alice Parns, Half-blood." Minerva McGonagall answered, neutral look in her eyes.
"What did he do?"
"Burned her to charcoal, nothing left except for a blackened body. Apparently he is a fire elemental, though I have no idea how." Dumbledore stated, a sad tone in his voice.
"How can that be? There hasn't been a fire elemental since…"
"Yes, that's what bothers me. I've been thinking about it for a while, but it's even worse… he's claimed his seats on the Wizengamot." He said, pausing as they gasped.
"Yes, it's true, and… there's something that might explain his powers. He's the Peverell Heir, Cadmus Peverell's heir."
Unknown…
"Have you done it?" A man asked, glaring at his comrade. They had met at the location to discuss the second man's objection, which he succeeded at.
"Yes, I wasn't seen, and I've done it. The child has the book, and will use it when the time comes. I have the Pareo charm on it, so the child has no choice but to listen."
"Are you sure?"
"I am, our Master will return."
"You better hope so, as it's on your head if he doesn't."
The man simply gulped. I hope.
Greengrass
"What will it take?" Dean Greengrass asked, staring the man down.
"I can't do what you want, it's impossible.."
"It is possible, it's been done before. You can do this. Besides, it's either this, or I sic my friend on you…"
"Why are you so insistent on finding these people? What did they do to you?"
"They took two of my friends, and ruined my life. What I do to them is not your business. Just know, someone will die soon, and you choose who. Them, or you.." Dean growled, playing rough now. He had found the man earlier in the week, and was badgering him to help them advance with their plans.
"I could report you to the Ministry, have you thrown to Dementors for this…"
"I could do the same to you, as I have some news about you that they'd love to hear…" Dean muttered, a twisted smile on his face. He was taking a trick from Tom's book.
"You have nothing."
"I have everything that I need in order to get you killed, and only you can stop me. Find them, break their charm, and run away. Do this, and you'll find yourself across the world, bathing in gold."
The man gulped, greed shining lightly in his eyes. "I… I'll do it, b-but it'll take time."
"I've got nothing but time. As long as you listen to me, and find them, everything will be fine…"
The man nodded, and jumped back when Dean's eyes changed. His hazel eyes scrunched up, and turned to a solid gold color.
The man yelped in horror and ran from the room, away from Dean's eyes.
This was just a filler/set up chapter. Yes, Hadrian does have two of the canon Horcruxes, but as you can see by his reaction, they aren't currently horcruxes, as "Lord Voldemort" isn't real. There will be horcruxes in the series, just not the ones we know. The diary will be one, but the rest of the horcruxes will be different.
I'm working on the story, but I'm thinking about how to adjust CoS to my universe.
See you all later, DTS
