Chapter 2
The beginning of the day...
It had been a tough day for Harry. Who knew negotiating with the goblins for damages was so tough? They had been at it for the past 2 days and it was only after Harry promised to realise a statement to the press stating that the break in was only done by the help of the goblins along with procurring another Dragon.
After haggling with the goblins till lunch, they had reached a conclusion and Harry managed to get each and every vault he had along with all the deeds and titles. Harry was astounded at the sheer amount of Political power he had through his titles. Gone were the plans of being an auror. He couldn't afford to much to his dismay. If he wanted to bring back to pride his family names, he had a tough rode ahead of him. He also received all of his magical inheritance, which was quite tough due to the sheer power in his veins.
...Earlier that day.
"So, have we reached a conclusion then Master Ragnock?" said Harry
"Aye, everything seems to be in order Lord Potter." Replied Ragnock. "Shall we get on with the inheritance tests now that we have sorted out everything?"
"Let's get on with it, I want to go home soon Master Ragnock."
They talked for a while longer until Ragnok had another goblin bring in a blood red quill and a piece of parchment. He instructed Harry to write his name on the parchment and Harry did so. About 30 seconds passed before lines started appearing from Harry's name. As the names were written, Harry just had one thing going through his mind,Merlin! After about a minute it stopped and some of the names lit up in gold, indicating he had access to those vaults.
Ragnok informed Harry of how to get access to these vaults.
Harry spoke, while he injected magic into his voice "I hereby claim the inheritance rights to Vaults 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 118, and 239. These vaults have yet to be claimed by my fore bearers and may now pass to me."
With that, a blinding flash of light surrounded Harry and when it faded he had a silver ring, that seemed to flow like water, on his ring finger on his right hand. On it, was a piece of pure white crystal that had a slight glow to it, with a shield, staff and a dragon carved, in gold, into it. The ring flickered to show a total of 7 different rings, all with different designs on them and made of different metals.
Ragnok said, "Never has anyone had access to so many ancient vaults. Vault 1 belonged to Myrddin Emrys, and you are his heir by magic. Vault 2 you have gained also through magic but incredibly also through blood through your Mother, who it seems is not as muggle-born as she knew. Vault 3 belonged to Godric Gryffindor, you have rights to that vault by blood and magic, the family head is passed down to oldest son, no matter what status they are. Your father never claimed the headship for this house at Dumbledore's insistence. So he does not have the right to disinherit you from this. Vault 4 and 5 belonged to Huffelpuff and Ravenclaw respectively, who although were married to Slytherin and Gryffindor respectively, still maintained their Vaults. Vault 6 belonged to Salazar Slytherin, you have rights to that vault by right of conquest and heir by magic. The right of conquest is directly related to his blood heirs' defeat on Halloween, 1981. Vault 7 belonged to the Peverell, that family married into the Potter family 400 years ago, again your father does not know this, none of your family does, they never thought to have a family history check. They simply got by, by being the Potters and Lord Gryffindor. Vault 10 belonged to the former Rulers of eastern Magics, the Romanovs. The family used to be considered nobility in the Muggle world, on par with our Queen at least. This title seems to have been passed through your mother's bloodline, since she has never done a blood test, she never knew about it."
He paused and frowned slightly at his papers, then said, "Vault 118 belonged to an ancient magical line, the name was never given, they are just known as the 'Shadow Walkers'. They disappeared centuries ago, they moved out of Britain, to China, I believe. They were an ancient order, but chose to leave for a different part of the world. Vault 239 belonged to a dragon tamer that discovered the Opal eye, Artamius Dracumis. All his descendants were squibs until your mother. She is the first witch born of his descendants in almost 500 years. Because the family is patriarchal, head of house is passed to you.
Harry was dazed. How had his parents not known that they were related to these people? He could understand Merlin, Gryffindor and Slytherin but the the other 4? How did his grandfather keep it from James that he was related to Gryffindor and Peverell? It was mind-boggling!
Harry couldn't turn his head around all that wealth. Ragnock could see his distractions and told him to just take the paper work and come back the next day to talk about the investments and property. From all the properties he managed to fish out the safest one, or rather the one that offered him the most knowledge of his family, the Potter Castle.
The Potter Castle was an enormous castle that was on an island nearby Azkaban. Apparently Potter Castle used to be the Seat of Power for the legendary Duke of the Aquilonis. This seat held enormous power both in the magical and muggle world. Of course, being the last of that line, he had to claim it, thus becoming a very powerful man.
These acts during the day had brought Harry to his knees and thus to remove some of the tension, after trying to sort his paperwork and then giving up, Harry went down the training room to train and keep up with the training regime. Although the war had ended, Harry realized enough of politics that image was everything, and thus didn't want to look the scrawny boy that can be bulled but rather that he can be the bully.
Harry was holding the Black Sword in his hand along with the Elder Wand. His training during the last week had been establishing a basic dueling stance with both weapons. He had tried several swords until he found the perfect sword. He already had taken his nutrient potions and began to warm up (a couple of laps round the duelling room) after which some weight training and then started some basic sword movements in order to be able to not only carry it around but also use it efficiently
He had just ended the last sword stance when he heard a crack coming from the Entrance hall. He grabbed his sword and the wand and went quickly and quietly to the entrance hall when he saw a peculiar sight of 4 people talking to each other, obviously frantic.
"Who are you? And how the hell did you get through the Potter blood wards?" asked Harry roughly. He was still weak from his ordeal with Voldemort and was still having nightmares.
The four new comers were looking at him with narrowed eyes as they didn't expect anyone to be there maybe apart from the obvious meaning for the blond woman and one of black haired man they expected only to see their son but for the other couple they didn't expect anyone. However as they were staring at the boy on the stairs they didn't see the differences in themselves as all of them had died younger but now the two are 38 and another two are 78 however even if they look older no one could tell how old they are. Why because they were wizards and should live longer, looking younger and have more strength than the muggles have. For some reason they stopped staring at Harry who was on the stairs and looked at one another.
"Jamie you look older" said the older blond woman.
'So the younger one was named James' thought Harry, 'interesting'. James was obviously worried for something. The older blond lady was looking uneasy at him.
"Mum! but but …. I remember you dying, you and dad" He stammered but before he could say anything else Harry coughed softly.
"And who are you?" Asked the black haired teen also known as Harry who looking at the people closely he instantly knew who two of them were but didn't believe it is possible.
"We could ask you the same question as it's our house" James stated in a voice that clearly said don't try anything or that would be the last thing you do but it didn't work for the teen.
Harry started laughing. And said "How is it your house exactly? Especially since I'm the last of the bloodline that owns the castle?" Harry then went to his dueling position and rephrased the question. "Why don't you please state your names and then we sort out the business shall we?"
That did it for the redhead who rushed to him and embraced him in bone crushing hug and shouted excitedly "James it's him, it's our Harry" She pointed out excitedly.
"Are you sure?" He asked as Harry just freezes there from shock.
"Yes I am. Don't you remember your own son?" She asked him clearly worried especially as she knew that the teen she was hugging was about 17 not 1 like her baby boy.
"I do remember Harry" He told her looking indigenously as if he would ever forget his son.
"Do you mind telling us what is happening?" Charlus asked his son as his son looked a bit lost at the moment.
Harry shook himself out of the shock and in quiet whisper asked "Could you let me go and reveal yourself please?" That made her let him go.
"I'm Lily Potter, I'm sorry I thought you're my Harry" She said quietly looking downcasted.
"I don't know what you mean. Lily and James Potter were killed in 1981" Hermione said from near the door. Harry jumped. He had forgotten that Hermione was living with him till she went and got her parents back. "Hey Harry, How was your day?"
"Later Hermione, let's get down to this business shall we?" replied Harry, clearly anxious.
"We don't know either especially since my parents are standing next to me when I remember them dying in 1977" That made Charlus and Dorea exchanged worried looks.
"What year is it, then?" Charlus asked worriedly and looked at the teens.
"1998 and 5 days after the battle of Hogwarts" Hermione told them as if they should know it.
"But that would mean we were dead for 17 years." Lily stated.
"To be exact 16 and half" Hermione pointed out.
"So who are you exactly?" James asked clearly annoyed that he didn't know them and they seemed to know him.
"Mum, your guess was right I am Harry Potter" He announced and Lily yet again jumped to hug him but as soon as she released him again, Dorea started talking.
"Charlus can you believe it, our Jamie got married and we have grandson" She said excitedly.
"I'm still wondering who will be stupid enough to marry our Jamie" Charlus teased his son.
"Very funny dad but now you just called my wife stupid. Neither can I believe how come mum married you" James told his father sarcastically.
"I was drunk" Lily and Dorea said together and smiled.
"Merlin I married my own mother" James murmured but Charlus heard him and laughed.
"I know the feeling" He told him with compassion.
Ron appeared at that moment and said, "Hey Harry's Family how's it going?" and started going to the kitchens. He immediately came back "Harry's FAMILY? Dear Merlin's Left shaggy Y pants. So it's not only happening at Hogwarts"
Harry immediately jumped on him and said "WHAT?"
Ron then explained that everyone who fought on the side of the light was coming back to life, people such as Tonks, Lupin and Fred. He also said that they were assembling at Hogwarts.
"Well there are more at Hogwarts and McGonagall wanted your help plus Moody showed up with your fire bolt" That caused Harry to smile "and guess what even Fred and my uncles are back" he was smiling widely.
"Ok we know who you are but there are also these two" Charlus pointed out.
"I believe that one is also a Weasley" James said gesturing to Ron.
"Way to make me feel special" Ron muttered under his breath and then lifted his head up and introduced himself "You're right my name is Ron Weasley"
"And you?" Charlus asked.
"Hermione Granger sir" She answered.
"Are you a muggleborn?" James asked.
"Yes is there a problem with it?" She asked clearly thinking that there would be a problem but then she changed her mind as she realised that Lily is muggleborn herself.
"Of course not, I'm muggleborn as well" Lily assured her.
"Beside we're not Malfoys" James pointed out.
Lily's statement caused Harry to snigger. Lily immediately turned on him and said "What?"
Harry straightened and said "Not quite, Mum. During my inheritance test, I found out quite a bit about your lineage and you're not a muggle-born. On the contrary, you are as pure as they come."
Everybody was looking at him as if he had grown another head. Harry continued. "You see, according to the Goblins, you are the last descendent of the lines Le Fay and Romanov, two of the most powerful lineages in the world. Apparently you were adopted by your parents, not conceived." At this Harry was blushing.
James then jumped up and said "Pure-blood or not, your still perfect for me". This caused Lily to redden and smack him on the head. "Don't get sappy on me Potter." After that she kissed him passionetly. Charlus and Dorea were chuckling and Harry was removing his weapons.
"James! Remember my great niece married a Malfoy, have some respect" Dorea reminded him causing James to groan and Harry just looked stunned but quickly shook himself out of it. "Oh sorry Harry you didn't know well I'm Dorea Potter née Black so well you get it" Dorea explained.
"Harry that means you cousins with Malfoy" Hermione pointed out.
"Not any more!" smirked darkly Harry. "I annulled the marriage since Lucius broke the contract stipulations and she wanted out. I also got back all of the dowry. Quite a bit actually. Let's just say the Malfoy name is quite broke nowadays."
His Grandfather was looking shocked. "And just how did you manage to do that? Especially since her son is Lord Black?"
Harry shook his head and said "No, I'm Lord Black. Sirius left the title to me after he died." At this Harry looked sad. "Anyways, enough said for now. I still need to sort out the mess of paperwork. So if anyone wants to help with all of it, I would appreciate it, especially since tomorrow I need to head to the Wizengemout."
His Grandmother was examining from up to down with an appreciative smirk. "You've made quite good use of the Black Politic books that my brother left haven't you?"
Harry just smirked back and said: "When you have nothing on which to start, they were quite informative"
And with that they left for Hogwarts.
To be continued….
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