Hogwarts Castle,

Gryffindor Common Room,

20 June, 1993,

5:47 A.M.

Harry Potter's P.V.

The next morning I woke up before any of my dorm mates . Yesterday night the feast in the great hall was one of the best meal I had in my life. The atmosphere was very lively as all the students were very happy with the threat of the monster dealt with.

When Hagrid had arrived at the feast, I was bewildered at how such a large man could be such a soft hearted person. As soon as he noticed me and Ron in the great hall he immediately engulfed us in the biggest hug of our life.

Hermione turned out to be exactly as she was portrayed in the movies. A mini awkward Emma Watson. It seems like all the characters looked similar to their movie counterparts.

I returned my attention to the present. I tip toed my way out of the dormitory as quietly as possible. I quickly peeked in the common room to find that it was empty. As I left the common room I heard the Fat Lady mumbling in her sleep " Who's there?"

Instead of answering I quickly made my way to the seventh floor corridor. It took me ten minutes to find the painting of the wizard teaching trolls how to dance. Directly opposite of the painting was the blank wall I was looking for.

I paced in front of the wall three times with my eyes closed all the while thinking of a private room. When I opened my eyes I found that a door has appeared in the place of the wall. I quickly entered the room and closed the door behind me.

As I looked around the room that I entered I found that the room has a nice cozy look. There was a fireplace in the corner of the room . With a couple of couches around it. I silently thanked the room for the help.

As I took seat in the couch I couldn't help but feel that if my next plan worked out it will go a long way in helping my plans. I braced myself and called in a clear voice " Dobby"

Immediately Dobby appeared in front of me with a loud pop and said excitedly " Harry Potter sir called Dobby. How can Dobby help sir? "

I looked at Dobby with a smile on my face" Dobby I just wanted to talk to you. Would you like to sit down?" While gesturing towards the other couch.

Dobby looked at me with tears in his eyes and says" Great Harry Potter sir asks Dobby to sit with him. Like an equal" and started crying .

I internally sighed and calmly replied " Please Dobby have a seat"

Dobby continued crying but finally sat down.

I encouragedly looked at Dobby and asked " So Dobby now that you are a free elf. What are your plans for the future. "

Now Dobby seems to perk up as he enthusiastically answered " Oh sir, Dobby is so happy to be free. Now Dobby can finally do as he wishes". Suddenly his mood seem to drop as he said slowly " But Dobby is not sure where to find a job sir. As nobody wants to pay wages to a house elf sir"

Somehow I managed to keep the grin from rising on my face . I hesitantly asked Dobby" Dobby last summer when you arrived at my home. You saw how my family treats me didn't you"

Dobby suddenly balls his little fists as if in anger and answered " Dobby is sorry for saying this sir, But Harry Potter sir's family is not good sir. They shouldn't treat Harry Potter sir like that. "

I looked hopefully at him and asked " Dobby I'll understand if you say no. But can you come to work for me? I promise I will pay you as much as you ask. It's just that if I have you to help me getting food and other things . I won't have to rely on the Dursleys. So can you work for me Dobby? "

Dobby looked like as if he couldn't believe what he is hearing and answered shakily " Harry Potter wants Poor Dobby to be his elf"

I nodded at him encouragedly and answered " Yes Dobby I trust you the most. After all you're my friend aren't you. "

Dobby looks on the urge of passing out as he breathed " Harry Potter says Dobby is his friend. "Suddenly he nods determinedly and said " Yes Harry Potter sir Dobby will be your House elf"

I smiled at him and said "Very well Dobby. For your payment how about 5 galleon a week and sundays off month"

Dobby looked at me like I'm crazy "Dobby wants to be paid sir. But not that much. Dobby likes to do work more. Dobby will take a sickle per month and a day off. "

I shook my head and said" No not less than a galleon a week and 4 days off the month"

Dobby looked ready to argue but seeing my determined face nodded " Very well sir".

I immediately smiled at him and asked "So how do I make you my elf Dobby? "

Dobby took my hands and put them on his head" Harry Potter sir needs to say that he accept Dobby as his elf "

I nodded and repeated " I accept Dobby as my house elf "

Dobby looked ready to burst with happiness as he said " Dobby accepts to be your House elf "

Suddenly a bright glow emerge from my hand and sinks in Dobby's head. I guess that's how you are supposed to bind a House elf to yourself .

I removed my hand from Dobby's head and couldn't stop the grin from rising on my face.