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Chapter – 2

Harry shifted restlessly while sleeping on his bed, thinking about recent events. He had been trying to sleep since the past one hour, but it looked like sleep had deserted him. He recalled the things he knew about his parents and godfather. They were good people; they risked their lives to stand up against Voldemort and what did they get in return from the wizarding world; their only son was thrown in with the Dursley's to have the most unhappiest childhood; while Sirius was thrown to the dementors without any trial and finally executed in the most barbaric fashion. Harry would punish all those responsible for his parents, godfather's fate.

He recalled Quirrell's of proclamation that 'there is no good or evil, there is only power and those too weak to seek it'. Harry decided that night he would become powerful. He could have saved Sirius if he had the power. He need not have suffered at the Dursley's if he had the power. He would not take shit from anyone from now. He recalled the power of Voldemort, people were afraid of even saying his name, which was the kind of power Harry desired.

He had already wasted much time. His knowledge of magic was average especially that of offensive magic. He knew Hogwarts curriculum wouldn't help him to become the powerful wizard he wanted to be. He had to learn it all by himself. Harry was sure of his potential. He knew only a very few wizards could have produced a patronus capable of driving away hundred dementors. He had raw power. He just had to train his power; learn offensive magic. From now on, no magic would be taboo for Harry. He would learn any magic that would give him power.

Harry knew his path would not be easy. There would be many obstacles in his path. Immediate one was that he had only one week left before the term ended. After that it will be two months at the Dursley's where he would not be able to do any magic. Also Harry didn't have any books which could teach him about offensive magic. He was sure there would be some in the restricted section of Hogwarts library. He would have to pay that section a visit.

Harry was thinking about Ron, Hermione. They were good friends, but he doubted whether they would share his point of view. Weasley family was too loyal to Dumbledore, while Hermione trusted authority figures too much. His plans would have to exclude them, Harry decided.

Harry began thinking of things that could help him in his future quest. Then it flashed inside his head; Chamber of secrets; there must be more than just a basilisk in that chamber. He had never explored it. He would have to explore it soon. Thinking about allies, he remembered the crazy house elf he freed a year ago. Yes Dobby would be a perfect ally for him. The elf had the courage and stealth to infiltrate Hogwarts; he would come in very handy. With some hope building up, Harry slowly fell asleep.

Harry woke up next morning with terrible hunger. He hadn't eaten anything the previous day. He had a lot of work to do today. He quickly cleaned up himself and then went to have breakfast. He saw that Snape was at the staff table along with other members of staff. Snape was having a smug expression on his face and on seeing Harry he smirked with an evil smile. Harry's insides boiled. He wanted to beat that smile of Snape's crooked face. But he controlled his anger, ignored Snape and sat at Gryffindor table and started eating his breakfast. He saw that someone was approaching him.

"Haa, Potter, pleasant day is it, your favorite werewolf getting fired" announced Draco Malfoy who came near the Gryffindor table. Harry simply ignored him and continued eating his breakfast.

Infuriated that Harry was ignoring him Draco shouted "What Potter, lost your marbles in the attack by your godfather. You must be relieved that he was kissed."

"Malfoy shut your trap and go back to your table" Harry replied; he was now having great difficulty in controlling his anger.

"Still behaving so arrogant, Potter. If Professor Snape hadn't come to your aid, Black would have blown you into pieces."

Harry had enough of this nonsense. He stood up from his seat and was about to draw his wand, when he heard Prof McGonagall voice say "What's happening here?"

"What's happening here, Minerva, is that Potter was about to attack Malfoy" said Snape who was behind McGonagall.

Harry, who didn't want to be in the presence of Snape, started to leave the hall.

"Where do you think, you are going Potter. Your punishment is yet to be decided. You will be serving detentions with me till the last day of your term" Snape sneered.

Harry turned back and looked at Snape with venom on his face "Go and fuck yourself Snape, because I am not going to attend any detention or accept any punishment given by you."

"Why you arrogant little shite, think you are something special, just like your arrogant father who was full of himself"

"Don't you dare talk about my father, Snape, You are not fit to lick the dirt of his shoes" Harry replied acidly.

"Mr. Potter, you cannot speak with a teacher in that fashion. Your behavior is totally unacceptable" Screamed Prof McGonagall. By then a small crowd of students had gathered.

"My behavior is unacceptable? Professor. Can't you see the unfair punishment assigned by Snape? Didn't you hear the insult on my dead father? Can't you see how we Gryffindors have to suffer because Snape has a vendetta on us and our Head of House is spineless and doesn't have the courage to stand up to him? If you don't have the courage to do your duties, resign as the head of our house or stay silent, but please don't preach me about what is acceptable and what is not acceptable."

The entire crowd was shell shocked. Harry Potter insulting Snape was one thing, but him insulting McGonagall was totally unbelievable for the crowd. Even McGonagall appeared to be shocked into silence.

"That's enough Harry. Everyone get back to what you were doing. Harry come with me" came the voice of Dumbledore who just appeared on the scene.

Harry didn't feel bad about shouting at McGonagall, what he said was harsh but true. Snape has been allowed to get away with favoritism for his house and vendetta against other houses for as long as he remembered.

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"Harry, you are letting your anger get better of you. You spat at me yesterday, today you have insulted Prof McGonagall & Prof Snape" said Dumbledore.

Harry didn't give any reply and merely looked at his knuckles.

"Harry, I know you are angry at the death of Sirius Black and probably blame Prof Snape for it. Truth is Prof Snape ran into danger to save you. He didn't know Black was innocent. Don't hold this grudge against him." Still Harry didn't reply.

"You must learn to control your temper. I cannot allow you to disrespect your teachers. Say something, Harry" said Dumbledore who was beginning to get irritated by Harry's silence.

"Finished your speech? Professor. Let me make one thing clear to you. From now onwards I am not going to take any shit from anyone, especially from Snape. I will accept the punishments given by your professors only if they are fair. If Snape or anyone insults me or my family I will give them an appropriate response" replied Harry.

"Harry, you cannot dictate terms to me. If you don't follow the rules of Hogwarts, you will be expelled."

"Oh, please expel me professor. I am sure there are other good schools who would want to give admission to the Boy who lived and may be that's the only way I can escape the harassment by Snape."

"Harry, Harry. You are angry and confused. I will not punish you for your actions today because of your mental state. Let's talk about this when you have calmed down."

Harry got up and went for the door. Before opening the door he turned around and said "Don't forget to convey my message to Snape, Professor. If he steps out of line I will respond appropriately."

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Harry went to one place where he could have some privacy. It was 'moaning myrtle's' bathroom. Hogwarts which was his first real home now repulsed him. Greasy professors, stinking slytherins, worthless headmaster, all made him more and more angry. He would teach a lesson to all of them soon. He would make Snape & Malfoy suffer the most. They had been targeting him since his first day in Hogwarts.

Harry calmed down after a few minutes. He didn't know how to contact house elves. He needed a way to contact Dobby.

After thinking for a minute Harry called out aloud "Dobby". Dobby immediately appeared in front of him.

"Harry Potter Sir, calling for Dobby; Dobby is honored that Harry Potter remembers him."

"Hai Dobby, How are you?"

"Dobby is fine, Sir. Dobby is a free elf now. Dobby is working in Hogwarts now"

"Oh you were working here in Hogwarts, How come I have not seen you even once, Dobby?"

"Headmaster asked me not to disturb you when he hired me" replied Dobby.

"Dobby, I have a proposition for you. How would you like to become my family house elf?" asked Harry.

"Dobby would be honored, Sir. Dobby would be proud to serve a great and powerful wizard like Harry Potter."

"Okay Dobby, but I must tell you, as my house elf I expect complete loyalty from you. I have many enemies; I am planning revenge on all of them. So I expect you to follow all my commands."

"Harry Potter doesn't have to worry, Sir. Dobby would be the most loyal house elf. Dobby would work extremely hard to fulfill your wishes. Please take me as your elf, Harry Potter."

After that Dobby explained to Harry how to bond with the house elf. Harry recited the bonding charm taking Dobby's hand into his hand. Magic sealed the bond.

"Come Dobby, we have much to do" announced Harry Potter.

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Harry and Dobby entered the Chamber of Secrets. Harry was surprised to see that the basilisk body was still there. There was no sign of decay on that beast. Harry looked at the statue of Salazar Slytherin. There was only one way forward in the chamber. That was to go through the mouth hole in the statue.

Harry walked into the statue's mouth and discovered that it was another tunnel that lead into another hallway. There were some chambers that were connected to the hall way. There was a big hole which looked like a cave. That must have been the resting place for basilisk, Harry thought in his head. He explored the next chamber which was a room which looked like a rearing room for basilisks. The next chamber contained a platform for dueling. Harry finally found what he was looking for. The library was in the last chamber. It didn't have anything like normal books. Most of the books were ancient and many of them looked like manuscripts. There were also journals of Salazar Slytherin himself.

Reading one of his journals Harry realized what a dangerous person Salazar was; he totally hated muggles, he was also fearful of them; he wanted to develop new weapons and curses to counter them. Realizing it would take many months to read all the books in the library, Harry selected some books on battle magic to read through summer. Harry then gave instructions for Dobby to bring those books with him.

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Harry entered Gryffindor dorm after returning from Chamber of Secrets. Not surprisingly he found that Gryffindor common room was filled with groups of students who were in discussion. As soon as Harry entered, the discussions stopped and most of them were looking at him curiously. Harry saw that all the Weasley's plus Hermione were huddled together in a corner. Harry ignored everyone and went into his dorm. Hermione and Ron followed him.

"Harry, where were you all day. You didn't even come for lunch! We were so worried about you" questioned Hermione who entered the dorm along with Ron.

"I was just roaming around the castle and grounds. I needed to clear my head" replied Harry in a calm fashion.

"Harry, others said you shouted at Professor Snape and McGonagall. Is that true?"

"Yes, Hermione. That is true"

"I can understand your shouting at Snape but why did you disrespect Professor McGonagall?"

"Don't you know the answer, Hermione?"

"Harry, our teachers deserve respect. You can't just shout at them."

Harry who was already irritated by the dialogue so far chose not to reply. He ignored her and opened his trunk and picked up a book and started reading it.

"Harry Potter, don't you try to ignore me" shouted Hermione.

Harry shut his book and looked angrily at Hermione and shouted back "Hermione, Shut your trap. I will tell you the same thing I told Dumbledore. I will give respect to only the people who deserve it. Now, if you have any problem with that you can stop being my friend. Stop bugging me with your half baked morality."

Ron intervened before Hermione could reply back and stopped the situation from escalating further.

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Harry and Dobby made a midnight visit to the restricted section in the library. There he found many books on magical defense. Though these books were tame when compared with the dark books in the Chamber, Harry decided to go through them also. He would not be able to use dark magic everywhere, he needed to learn defense using light magic also. Harry selected some books to read over summer; since he could not remove them, Harry asked Dobby to prepare copies of the books and pack them with the other chamber books.

Next day, Harry was eating breakfast at the Gryffindor table. Hermione was giving him the cold shoulder, Harry was ignoring her, and Ron was trying to make some quidditch related conversation. Harry saw that an owl was flying towards him and the owl landed on his shoulder. Harry untied the letter and saw that it was an official looking envelope. It contained the seal of Gringotts. Harry opened the envelope and took out the letter inside it and started reading it.

Dear Mr. Harry Potter,

This letter is regarding the execution of Will of Mr. Sirius Black. You were named as one of the beneficiaries in the will. The reading of the Will of Mr. Sirius Black will he held on 11 am, July 2nd. Please attend the reading of the will to claim your inheritance.

Yours sincerely,

Radgurg,

Gringotts.

Harry was shocked after reading the letter. He never thought that Sirius would leave something for him. Harry didn't even know how much money Sirius had and when he had made a Will. Suddenly one thing flashed in his mind. 'FIREBOLT', Sirius must have been the one who had send him the firebolt. Even as a fugitive Sirius had managed to give him a very meaningful and costly gift. Now he had left more gifts for him. While Sirius did all this for him, Harry couldn't even save him. Once again shame swept through Harry's body, but he quickly focused the shame into anger and revenge. He will avenge Sirius, even if he had to sell his soul, Harry resolved in his mind once again.

Hermione saw that Harry had received a letter and Harry went into deep thoughts after reading the letter. She didn't want to speak to Harry right now, but curiosity got better off her and she asked "Harry, who is the letter from?"

"It is from Gringotts. They want me to attend the reading of Sirius's will."

Hermione remained silent for a moment and then spoke "That's nice Harry. Probably Sirius left you something to remember him."

Harry didn't reply further, he was thinking about what Sirius might have left him. There were still three days left before the term ended. His plans would need some modifications. He would wait till the Will reading to make final plans.

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Term ended without any further incidents. Snape was furious with Harry after his outburst; Harry could see a nerve twitching in Snape's face whenever they were looking at each other. Harry refused to back down, showing his contempt for Snape in his face. Finally Harry found himself on the Hogwarts Express starting his return journey to Privet Drive. He had a plan to deal with the Dursleys. They will be having a big surprise waiting for them.

Hermione and Ron were staring at Harry anxiously. Ever since the death of Sirius, Harry had become angry and distant. Apart from his public outburst on Snape and McGonagall, there were also rumors that Harry had given his piece of mind to Dumbledore also. Hermione and Ron were worried about him and tried to talk about Sirius during the last week. Harry had simply ignored them and immersed himself into books. Though Hermione would normally appreciate reading books, a look at the titles of books suggested to her that Harry was only reading about offensive magic. She was worried that Harry would something reckless in his anger. Her thoughts were disturbed by the compartment door opening and Draco Malfoy walking in with his goons.

"So Potter, survived one more year. How long do you think your luck will last?" sneered Malfoy.

"What do you want Malfoy? Don't you get tired of insulting me and then getting your ass kicked! A troll would have learnt not to mess with me by now, you seem worse than that. May be your blood is not so pure, as you make it to be" Harry replied sarcastically.

"Don't you dare insult my blood, Potter, May be a half blood like you doesn't know the importance of blood purity but let me tell you that Malfoy family is one of the oldest and purest families in wizarding world."

"Draco, your father is a stinking death eater who used to kneel before a half blood dark lord. Don't assume too much about your family name and honor."

"My father is a great and honorable man. If I tell him about your insults, he will skin you alive."

"Your father was beaten by his own house elf. He couldn't even beat a house elf and you believe he can skin me alive!"

Draco lost his cool and was about to draw his wand, but Harry had already got up from his seat and in the next second his wand was at Draco's neck. Crabbe & Goyle wanted to help, but seeing Harry's wand at Draco's neck, stopped in their tracks.

"Malfoy, you don't seem to understand with whom you are messing and what I am capable of. I am going to torture and kill your father one day, but you still have a chance of saving your life. If you want to live a longer life you will stop irritating me."

Harry spoke with such venom and coldness in his voice, Malfoy was lost for words momentarily. Harry withdrew his wand from Malfoy's neck and waved his wand horizontally, Malfoy was thrown out of the compartment with a loud bang. Crabbe and Goyle ran outside the compartment to help Malfoy. Harry waved his wand once again and the compartment door closed. Harry settled in his seat and resumed his reading, while Hermione and Ron looked at him with shocked expressions on their faces.

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