Avada Kedavra's True Meaning Keeperoliver Chapter 3

Sirius had a serious look on his face. He didn't notice his own joke, as he wondered how Albus knew he was here in Potter Manor. He was also expecting him to pull Harry from the household and take him to the Dursley's. His concern was so much, it made him nervous and shaking.

This was how he looked as Albus walked through the floo and bid Sirius hello. Albus took a seat in one of the comforters while looking at the nervous man. "Please Sirius, this is just a social visit with some questions I need to ask. I know of the situation with Harry, and I know that blood wards have been put in place around the Manor, providing young Harry outstanding protection. Will you please just calm down, before you give off some unintentional magic."

"I'm sorry Professor, I'm just worried that because you know of my location, others might as well. The protection can't be that good if one who shouldn't know of it did."

"Alright, I can see your point there. I will tell you, that how I knew of your location may because of certain powers I possess. I learned of it from Professor McGonagall. I caught her at a weak moment. She would never intentionally give out your location, I can assure you."

"Still doesn't set my mind at rest though. If you can do it, so can others."

"No, I'm afraid that can never happen. When Minerva felt my mind probe and got the location, she was furious not only with me, but at herself as well. She asked me to obliviate her, after she scolded me for what seemed like hours. Rather than do that, I pulled the information from her mind, as well as Filius. In order for them to visit, you have to contact them and ask them to come through. If you wish, I can do the same for myself."

"That won't be necessary Professor, as long as you don't try to control me or Harry. Harry is my responsibility, and I intend to keep it that way. Well mine and one other who I wish to keep to my self. It is not important for you to know the name of the other."

"I quite agree, you can't be to careful now can you. Now, let me get to the reason for my visit. First, I need to know that Harry is alright. Would it be possible for me to see the lad?"

"Of course, let me go get him." and Sirius left to get Harry from the crib in which he slept. He headed back to the Professor thinking soon, there would be four taking naps in the nursery which he called it.

Sirius handed Harry to Albus, and Albus looked down on Harry examining the scar the piece of wood left. Since it was never medically healed, it would probably leave a scar. He also used his probe to see if there was anything dark hidden the scar. He was relieved to see it was clean.

"He looks quite fit Sirius. Has he adjusted to the loss of his mother and father alright?"

"Not yet he hasn't. I have to calm him down during the night, when he starts to cry over his dreams. I think he keeps seeing his mother being hit with the AK. Of course all he sees it as is a green light."

"Yes, that is to be expected. But there has been no accidental magical explosions from him?"

"Not as yet. Like I say, I try to get him calm before anything like that happens. He is a very well behaved child. Of course that will change in the future, with a little help from yours truly."

Albus laughed at this, "So, we have a Marauder in training do we? I look forward to seeing what kind of mischief he can get into. You don't mind if I hold him do you? He has such a calming affect on people. Thank you, now for the next reason for my visit. I would like to ask a favor from you"

"Will it hurt?"

Albus was once again laughing. He missed the antics the Marauders provided while in school. "I don't know, it might."

"Well at least you're honest. Go ahead and ask."

"You have heard of the situation of your cousin no doubt. Sirius she is desperate. She needs help. I was hoping you could provide that for her?"

"Has she asked you to ask me? I can't see that happening. Narcissa has always felt better than me. Didn't her father leave her anything?"

"All he gave her was a financial gift to Lucius when they married, which she lost when Lucius was sent to prison. Bellatrix also lost her allotment when she was imprisoned. Your Uncle's estate is on administrative hold by the Ministry. No, Narcissa, has nothing. Right now she is staying in a home provided by the Ministry, but that will only last for thirty days, and is not really much of a home. I know this is a Potter residence, but you have the say on who will live here for right now. Once Harry turns 17, then it will be his."

"You're asking me to take my cousin in, who probably hates every bone in my body?"

"Yes, that is exactly what I am asking. Will you do it to help out a family member?"

"How long do I have to get an answer back to you? Also, will she agree to living here under my rules?"

"You will have to ask her that your self Sirius. Her and her son are in a desperate situation and will consent, as long your requirements are reasonable. At least this is my opinion. She may feel differently."

"Then please tell her I wish to speak to her if she will accept my visit. I don't want to meet her here, not until she accepts my terms."

"Good. Now for my final request for my visit. I think you should take Harry to see Lily's sister. To let her know that Harry is being taken care of. She knows of Lily's death but seemed indifferent about the knowledge. It may be shock, or it may be something else. What ever the reason, she should at least know about Harry's well being."

"You don't know what you are asking me to do Albus. Petunia was not on speaking terms with Lily once she found out about Lily's magical connection. She called Lily a freak."

"I know she had a problem with Lily's condition. She hoped she was like her sister, but she isn't. I had to turn down her request to attend Hogwarts. I believe this may have turned her against her sister."

"Most likely. Another thing is her husband. He is deathly afraid of magic. He hates the thought of exposing his son to it. I don't want to be confronted with any bigotry from either of them. I would hate to have to hurt one of them, and you know I will if they say anything belittling Harry. I don't care what they say about me, as I can defend myself with words. Harry can't."

"All I ask is that you give her a chance to at least see Harry. If she refuses, then leave and never go back."

"All right Albus, I'll do it. Probably this afternoon. I want to see her without her husband being there. There is no way he will accept us into his house."

"Thank you Sirius. I told you this was just a friendly meeting, and that you had nothing to fear from me."

Sirius let out a loud laugh, "You ask me to take in the wife of a death eater, and ask me to take my godson to visit someone who will probably hate him, and you call this a friendly visit? Please don't come here on a visit to tell me about something that should worry me, as it will probably be the death of me."

Albus joined him in his laughter. He stayed for another hour, never giving up Harry. He held him even after he woke up, unconsciously tickling Harry's chin bringing a smile to Harry's face. They talked about different things that didn't amount to much, but then Sirius though about his talk with Selena, "Albus I have to ask you a question, and it has everything to do with Harry. Do you know about Horcruxes? Of course you do, but how much do you know about them?"

The smile on his face vanished when he was asked this question. "So, you have guessed this as well. It is my thought that Voldemort created more than one. How many I don't exactly know. How did you come to this conclusion, if I might ask?"

"Because of how many times he has come back, after he was thought dead. It is the only thing I could think of that would ensure his return. I know James and I were the cause of one such incident. Another thing is that each time he comes back, his appearance is different. Less human like. Like he is turning into something entirely animalistic. Snakelike if you will."

"Yes, I have noticed that as well. Not many people can say they saw him, and lived to tell about it. That is why there is no true description of him. Now that I know I am not alone in this feeling, I will have to look further into it. Now, I must be going, as I have taken up too much of your time. I do hope you will have me back, as I quite enjoyed our little chat, and the company of this delightful young man. I also hope to be included in your other operation."

"My other operation? I'm afraid I don't know what you mean."

"Of course not, how silly of me. I must be thinking of someone else. Sorry to have brought it up." Albus then handed Harry back to Sirius after tickling his chin one more time. He then walked through the floo and was gone. Once he was gone, Selena walked into the room. She had been staying in the kitchen the whole time.

Sirius looked up at her, "He knows more than he let on. I don't know how much, but he is no idiot. What do you think Selena?"

"He knows I was here, I am sure of it. I felt him trying to probe my mind. I don't know what he was looking for, but what ever it was, he didn't find it. I also don't think he means us any harm. He may not want to be in control of the situation, but he would like to be involved in it. He also wishes to help in the problem of the Horcruxes. He could be a huge help there. I wish we had some sort of a lead to follow as to there identification and their where about. I also wish I had some help around here in cleaning. This place is too much for just us to keep clean."

"Well. I do have a house elf in Black Manor we could bring here to help. Kreacher!"

There was a pop, and the elderly elf was standing in front of his master. "Lowly Master called for Kreacher?"

"Yes. I wish you to return to the Manor, gather what you think you will need, and return here as this is where I will be residing and will need your help."

Kreacher had an angry look on his face, "Kreacher does not wish to move here. He wishes to stay with his mistress. Kreacher does not like it here at all."

"You haven't even seen the place. How could you know whether you like it or not?"

"Lowly Master is here, and that is enough for Kreacher to not like it here."

"Well, like it or not, that is my wish and you will comply. Do you understand me?"

"As master wishes." then he popped out. It was 15 minutes later that Kreacher came back with a box filled with trinkets, papers and pictures. Sitting on top was a picture of Sirius' brother Regulus. Sirius knew of the kinship his brother and the elf shared. Regulus always treated Kreacher kindly, and earned the elf's respect. Sirius never took the time to get to know the elf, and when his family threw him out, the elf took the same stance and feelings as the rest of the family. Except for Regulus. He never said anything bad about Sirius, which perplexed the elf. If his mother and father disowned him, how could his brother feel differently?

Sirius gave Kreacher a small room off the kitchen that was used for storage. It had shelves and drawers that he could use to store things in. It was larger than his last room and it provided many luxuries he was not used to. He could stand against the door and look at the room and see everything stored on the shelves. His pictures, trinkets and papers all displayed for Kreacher to look at when ever he wanted, with out having to get them out and find what he was looking for. He would never say thank you to his master, but he appreciated what he was given.

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As Albus had asked, Sirius apparated to the wooded area he used when he got Harry, and with Harryn in his arms, made his way to #4 Privet Dr. He knocked on the door, and it was just a minute when it was opened. It was his first time seeing Petunia in person. She may be only 25 years old, but she looked quite older. He could also hear screaming in the background, from a child. "Can I help you?"

"Yes. My name is Sirius Black, and I was a friend of your sister, Lily. I wanted you to have a chance to meet her son Harry."

"I'm sorry, but I have no time for a visit. My son is in a bad mood, and I have to start dinner for my husband. Lily's child is no concern of mine."

"You don't even want to spend a minute to get to know him? You don't even want to get to know how your sister died? Are you even human?"

"LEAVE KNOW, BEFORE I CALL THE AUTHORITIES! I WILL NOT STAND HERE AND BE INSULTED IN MY OWN HOME."

"OH, I will leave, and this will be your last chance to hear about the kindest woman I ever knew, and her son who is quite frankly put, much more pleasant to be around than your own child. Think hard on this, as you will never see Harry again if you kick me out now."

It took a few seconds, then Petunia stepped aside and allowed Sirius to enter. Sirius thanked her kindness and stepped into the den where her child was throwing his fit. Petunia leaned over and took him out of his pen and held him to try and get him quieted down. Sirius decided to try something, "If I may, suppose we exchange children and you get to hold Harry, while I try calming you child."

Petunia held Dudley out for Sirius to take, and she took Harry in her arms. Harry remained quiet, and Sirius soon had Dudley quiet. For the first time all day, there was peace in the Dursley house hold.

Sirius kept Dudley, and Petunia played with Harry. Then Sirius asked, "Do you wish to hear Lily's story?"

A tear appeared in Petunia's eye. "Yes please, if you don't mind. But do you think we could do it in the kitchen, while I start dinner?"

"Of course we could. I will take Harry if you want? I think I can handle the two of them." and she passed Harry to him. Dudley saw the other baby and began to play with his hands. Harry did the same, and the two were content while Sirius told Petunia of Lily and James' death. He didn't know if it were the onions or the story that had Petunia crying. Once she had the dinner going, she took Harry back from Sirius, which caused him to smile inwardly. She had taken quite a liking to her nephew.

Then Sirius decided he better go before pig man came home. "I'm sorry Petunia, but Harry and I must go. We have dinner to start as well. If you wish, I could return for another visit. Just let me know what you want."

"If it is not a bother, I would like to see Harry again. Him and Dudley seem to get along well. And he seems to have taken quite a shine to you as well." Then Petunia let out a small laugh, "This has been the quietest this house has been all day. I'm sorry for the way the visit started, and do hope you will come back. Say same time next week?"

"Perfect. You don't mind if I bring company do you?"

Petunia smiled, "Female I gather?"

Sirius laughed, "Yes it will be, but she is married, and she will be bringing along her child as well."

"Please bring her along. I don't get to have girl talk much anymore. I think I would rather enjoy it."

"Until next week then." and then two left a smiling Petunia. She was surprised that Dudley didn't start in yelling as soon as they left. He stayed quiet until Vernon got home. Then it started all over again.

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The next part of Albus' request was Sirius and Harry visiting with Narcissa. Once again he had no idea how this was going to play out. They met at a neutral site. The Cauldron was chosen because of the floo. Sirius walked through carrying Harry, and was surprised to see Narcissa was already there waiting. She was holding her child in her arms. Unlike Petunia's child, hers was quiet and well mannered.

As he approached Narcissa started to rise, but Sirius had her to stay seated. "Hello Cissa. How are you doing?"

"I can honestly say that I have done better Sirius. How about yourself? I am sorry to hear about Lily and your friend."

"You speak Lily's name like you knew her?"

"Of course I knew Lily. It wasn't quite like a friend, but we didn't act like enemies either. More than acquaintances though. We helped each other with our problems. Her with James and his friends, and me with Lucius and his friends, especially Severus. With me knowing you, and her knowing Severus, it made sense to talk."

"Who would have thought that a Black other than me would talk with a muggle born? So, not to change the subject, but, Albus tells me that you wish to speak with me?"

"Right to the point, aren't you cousin. I don't want you to think of this as begging, but I could use your assistance. It seems that Lucius' involvement with the dark lord put me in a financial bind. With Draco, I have no way of working to support us, and I will soon be losing my place of residence. Is there anyway you could help us out?"

"Would you consent to stay in our home and follow our rules?"

"That would depend on the rules."

"That is fair enough. First rule is, there will be no bigotry spoken in our home."

"I understand, and I agree with it."

"Second rule. No one is above another in the household. There will be others sharing the home with us, and you may not see eye to eye with them."

"Again, I understand and agree. Can you tell me who else lives there?"

"Right now it is myself with Harry, and Selena Lovegood with her husband and daughter. There will be more shortly though. As soon as they clear up a few matters of personal business the Weasleys will be joining the household."

"Selena and Lily were best friends in school, and I got to know her as well. We got along well. The Weasleys are a different matter. Lucius and Arthur did not get along. I don't know them so there should be no problem other than my last name."

"That leads me to the third rule. If you wish to keep the Malfoy name that is fine, but you will not flaunt it like Lucius did."

"If it doesn't bother you, I would like to become a Black once again. I also wish to give Draco the choice when he is older as to whether to keep the Malfoy name or be known as Draco Black. Also. I think you should bring Andromeda back in to the family. "

"That is fine. I have already asked Andy if she wanted back, and she agreed. While I am on the subject, Remus Lupin will also be sharing the home. To help in the matter you had house elfs in your home, do you wish to keep them?"

"Could we? I thought we lost all rights to them when I lost our home?"

"You did, but if you agree to my terms I can get them back. However their treatment must be good. I have trouble with Kreacher, but I never mistreat him. Now, how many did you have?"

"Two. Dobby and Elsie. They are brother and sister."

"Very good. They will be welcomed in our household. Now, is there anything else you wish to discuss before I ask if you accept my terms?"

"There is one more item that needs to be discussed. My belongings are being held and among them are some very dark objects. They are not mine. However I think you should check them out, as I feel at least one of them may concern Lucius' dealings with the dark lord."

"In what way do you think?"

"I don't know for sure, but Lucius was asked to watch it for him."

"Yes, I think you are right. I should check into it. I may need help from someone with it. Thank you Cissa for you honesty. Now, what do you think about the rules?"

"They are quite fair, and reasonable. If you would accept my son and I then I would welcome your offer of our living arrangements. Are you offering me this?"

"I am, and I welcome you to the home of Potter/Black Manor. I will ask that you take an oath to protect Harry and the other residents though."

"I expected it and I am ready to take this oath."

Once the oath was given and accepted, Sirius took his new house members to Potter Manor.

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