Not again!
The train ride and
Parents
The morning broke clear and sunny, Harry woke up in the Marriage quarters. Bushy brown hair in his face. He found himself smiling. The Girl he dreamed about in Nine lifetimes was his. He Had Love in his life..real Love. It made the whole world a better place. Dobby and Winky, Had packed all there things the night before and took them to the Grangers. He Knew he need clothes both magical and muggle.
Dobby had gone to madame Malkins the day before and got him an out fit to meet the Grangers.
He changed into his new clothes. His school robes in his trunk at the Grangers. He wore new Jeans and a nice red button up shirt with the Potter crest on the pocket. New black Dragon Hide boots. Hermione was still sleeping. He sat on the bed and kissed her. Her eyes fluttered. "I could get used to waking up like this." She smiled and pulled him into a good morning snog. They finally broke with a smile panting from lack of air.
Harry smiled ever wider. "You better get dressed we only have an hour to get to breakfast." They were a 20 minute walk across the castle.
When the arrived at the Great Hall, the most surprising person was waiting. Draco Malfoy stood, His trade mark sneer was missing, he was looking very contrite.
"Lord and Lady Potter, I wish to humbly apologize for my unseemly behavior. I ask a boon my Lord. My family has been on the wrong side. My father, Has left my family with no honor, I see now that the way I was raised was wrong. I only ask you Me To prove my worth. We may never be friends, But I swear my oath on my magic to not come against you again, and if needed will have your back...He raised his wand, By my honor and magic!" A white light spread over him from his wand and the oath was sealed.
Harry held out his hand. "Lets start over Draco!"
For the first time Draco smiled an honest smile. "I'll agree to that!" Hermione spoke next. "Join us for breakfast?" Draco was shocked...this was the last thing he expected. "My lady I'd be Honored!"
The conversation was light until a certain red head showed up.
Ron saw Draco, Neville, Lavender, Parvarti, Luna and Our new couple.
"What The Hell do you think your Doing sitting with this...this...evil bastard!" Ron went to grab Draco when a blue shield jumped up between them.
Harry Looked at Ron, knowing exactly what he and his mother were attempting to do Hermione and himself.
"Would you call potioning two people, to marry them against their will evil or not?"
Ron started stuttering incoherently, and slowly moved away from the group.
Draco Looked at Harry questioning what just happened with out saying a thing.
"He was potioning Hermione and myself with love potions. He is really not to be trusted any longer but I will not bring him more problems. His mother is going to make his life hell enough when he gets home."
The others made their way back to the dorms to get there trunks and other things, Harry and Hermione were headed towards the carriages.
McGonagal stopped them on the way.
"Professor Dumbledore sent a message that you need to stay at you relatives for the Summer."
Harry just laughed, "Professor I shall never spend another day under their Roof. It has never been a home to me. I will not purposely allow myself to be abused any longer. Professor Dumbledore Is no longer my Magical guardian, So he has no say in where I spend my summers."
McGonagal had a look of shock on her face.
"I shall inform the headmaster, of you decision."
Harry just smiled.
"Thank you Professor, Please also inform him, I will be seeking extra training through summer. I know our problem has not yet been totally dealt with. Now My wife and I would like to get to the train and find a compartment."
They Boarded the Carriage and it pulled away from the school.
The last compartment was the one they wanted, It was open and waiting. Dobby and and Winky reported in. Harry told them to check the platform at Kings
Cross. And come back and tell them if anyone that shouldn't be there has showed up. The two elves popped away before anyone else boarded the train.
The group from the Morning Breakfast All congregated in the Cabin. It was just simple discussions of summer plans. A lot of laughter and fun. Harry bought out the snack cart. Hermione wasn't happy about it, but she saw most of them had problems arising. So she understood his reasoning.
Just before they arrived at platform 9 3/4 Winky popped in. "Master Several wanted wizards are waiting on the platform in death eater suits. What should we do?" Harry looked up he Knew something like this would happen, the death eaters were more than pissed over the days.
"You and Dobby keep watch And seal the train as soon as I get off...If you see the Grangers waiting get them home. Hermione Seal all the train doors until I get back...Now the fun begins. Winky get me to the platform where I can't be seen."
Winky popped herself and Harry in the fireplace on the platform. Harry quickly applied a glamor on himself turning his hair blond..it should be enough to avert attention. He Peered out of the fireplace. Six death eaters had everyone on the platform in a body bind Two seemed to dead in a pool of blood.
Harry while still in the fireplace, hit the closest two with a sectumsempra to the throat. The third was a small man. He hit him with a body bind. The tallest showed a shock of blond hair. Dracos father was standing before him. He dropped the other two with quick stunners to the back and a body bind. Harry was face to face with Lucius. Lucius threw a killer curse and hit the barrier. Harry spun on his heal before Lucius knew what was happening Harry hit him between his legs shattering his manhood with a reducto. It was over as the aurors arrived. Harry was releasing the binds on the parents. The train pulled in and the aurors escorted the kids from the train as the entire platform was a crime scene.
Draco and Hermione were the last to leave the train. He saw his father as he lay in pool of his blood. He would now truly take Professor Snapes words to heart. Six top death eaters Dropped by a forth year.
These were the best the Dark Lord had, and they were nothing in comparison to Potter. He knew his mother only followed because the marriage contract forced her to be completely subservient in all things. That contract was void with his fathers death. He had just become head of his family. Life waws going to be different now. His family by his oath was now a servant of the light. Some how he liked it. A real Slytherin choses the winning side.
Draco left with Harry and the Grangers, his mother was not on the platform. Harry told him he could use Hedwig to contact her.
The Ride to the Grangers Home was quiet with Draco in tow. Hermione's parents had become use to the elves, in fact they enjoyed them the house had never been so clean. They prepared the meals and were rarely seen.
Delores Umbridge was in her office at the ministry when the news of train broke. She was waiting to hear of the death of the Potter brat...if he survived the changes he would bring about were just totally unsatisfactory. She was part of the planning to remove the mudblood scum from among those she felt should be in the wizarding world. Then they could take their rightful place and rule over the filthy muggle animals. When the papers started crossing her desk she was incensed. The damn Brat won again. She would release 5 dementors from Azkaban to take care of the boy.
Molly Weasley was not Happy when she got her children home. Ron told her Harry had found out about the potions and was not talking to him. Ron couldn't even leave the house. Ginny at this point had not known about the potions, but had been told of the marriage contract. She was inconsolable all her dreams of life with her Harry were dashed to the ground. A soul bond nullified any marriage contract.
When they checked the drawer where it was kept all they found of it were ashes. Aurthur had no idea of any of this. So he began a check of the potions cabinet, and found several love potions. Large quantities keyed to Harry and Hermione also an entire vat keyed to himself. He immediately Headed for St Mungos, for a potion check.
Minister Fudge was not happy, All six of those captured or killed on the platform were high ranking ministry officials. This would not look good. Damage control was needed immediately. Though most had not shown themselves since the final task of the triwizard tournament, he never truly suspected them of being marked Death Eaters. Only Lord Malfoy was not employed by the ministry, but he was known as a top advisor and friend of the minister. He needed distance from them and quick. Delores would be albe to back date paperwork saying they were under investigation instituted by his office. That would provide some cover. He dreaded what the bitch would want in return.
Pansy Parkinson, wasn't Happy, Her father had been one killed on the platform. Her marriage contract with Draco was now in full force since he was now defacto Head of his house. They had three weeks to marry and the contract specified an heir within two years. She was in no way ready for that. She knew it would happen when she was 17 the contract pulled the together. This was killing her it was to soon.
Lord Nathanial Greengrass Was attempting to get his house in order, He had been in charge of the Potter investment folder since Harry's Parents died.
Albus Had been his contact. He was to be paid 5% of all profits he made from the Potter accounts. One account in particular Had shown little if any growth since he was instructed by Albus to buy the company. The person Albus left in charge of that company had done literally nothing to cause it to grow, But was given large bonuses every year. The Grunnings would have been sold off, if he had his way it was just to poorly managed. He was sure the new Lord Potter would be having something to say about it. So he called for the first time A complete audit of Grunnings books.
Vernon Dursley was not happy. The main corporation had called for a complete review of his books and management procedures. The company had been padlocked for what was to be two weeks. He hadn't even gotten the chance to remove his personal books from his office. He was sitting at home sweating it out. If they found those books and saw how much he had diverted to his own accounts he was finished. Meanwhile Dudley was whining like a sick cow because his credit card had been canceled.
Draco had written his mother as soon as they arrived at the Grangers. Hedwig returned a few hours latter with the same message attached to her leg. Draco was beside himself.
"Mr. and Mrs Granger, I hate to impose, but could I stay here tonight. Something is wrong at my home. I'll need to have help to get in. the only reason an owl would return is the wards are completely shut down.
Mr Granger looked at Draco, we are all going to Diagon Alley in the Morning. Harry and Hermione have some issues at the bank. You're welcome to stay as long as you need. Get Dobby to help you to one of the extra bedrooms. Maybe you can enjoy a little time in the what do you call it...Muggle world for a bit.
"Thank you Sir For your kindness. I'll go get out of these robes I don't think people here would understand them." Draco was truly grateful for the help. He never thought Muggles lived this nicely.
None of his clothes fit the muggle world so Hermione did some shrinking charms on an outfit of her fathers so they could go out to dinner. Pizza Hut would become one of Draco's favorite places.
Malfoy Manor.
Narcissa Malfoy was in trouble, her husband had come home put her in a full body bind. Put magic restraining cuffs on her then tied her like an old sow.
He had clamped the wards down tight, even Draco would not be able to enter enter with out the head of house ring to lift the wards. She had soiled her self and now lay in uncomfortable tears waiting to die.
Azkaban prison
Belatrix Lestrange, had just been given the latest edition of the Daily Prophet. She was incensed. Even the Dementors couldn't bring her this low. Her Master had returned using the Potter brats blood and was immediately defeated by the brat. She was shaking the bars of her cell screaming for the boys blood. Potter belonged here for hurting her master not her. They should by right of blood be ruling the world. She Knew in her Vault lay a Horcrux It had the ability to revive her master she had to get to it.
That damn cousin of hers had escaped...the Blood traitor deserved to be in this hell for not taking the mark and serving her master. She had to get free!
Sirius Black was in his parents home. He hated the place but until he could get everything together it was the best option. That damn Lazy elf had really let the place go. It was dreary before now it was a pig pen at the best you could call it. The only thing the elf had cared for was the portrait of his mother. She had started in on him as soon as he entered the house. His Mother had disowned him his father had never filed the paperwork with the ministry. With his brother dead he now inherited the title moneys everything. Needless to say his mother was not pleased. Harry had sent him an owl asking to meet for dinner in Diagon Alley instead of being picked up at the train. He need to talk with his in-laws first.
Sirius had ordered a new wardrobe and would pick it up in the morning. He would look good for this meeting.
Harry and Dan's meeting started off a bit cold. Mr Granger was not happy about this at all.
"Harry, I know you and my daughter are for all purposes married. What I want to know is how do you intend to handle it?
Harry knew this was coming and practiced well what he planed to say. To bad he couldn't remember a word of it. Facing Voldemort was nothing next to facing Hermione's Father.
"Um, Sir...I love Hermione with all my heart. She will never want for anything. With just my trust vault, we have an income of just over a million pounds a year. Tomorrow we will learn the full extent of my family's holdings. She is the smartest witch of the age, with her by my side, I really believe there is nothing we can't do.
Dan Granger, was a bit surprised It seems his daughter would be well off at least.
"Harry, my worry is your up bringing...From what I understand. Your home life was not one I would want for anyone. How do you plan to over come that?
Harry had this answer down pat.
"You sir...Hermione is such a sweet loving wonderful person. I can only attribute to you and Mrs Granger.
I was hoping to learn from a good role model. From what I see in Hermione, I was hoping I could find that in you!"
Dan was not expecting this, the boy was thoughtful caring and even smart enough to get him to like him.
"Well, considering I guess I don't lose a daughter but gain a son. I think you better start calling Emma and I...Mom and DAD. He said with a bit of a choke but he meant it, as he put his hand out to shake Harry's, then some how they drew into a hug. It was not how Dan expected this to go.
"Harry have you ever played Golf?"
Harry had no idea what he was even talking about.
"No sir...I would have no Idea even where to begin, And sir Has Hermione ever told you about Quiditch?
The next hour was discussing sports even Draco got pulled in. Dan promised to teach the boys Golf and they would all attend a professional Quiditch match.
Emma and Hermione, were having the girls talk on the same subject.
"Hermione, I know your letter said you were happy with all this, But I really want to hear it from you. Would you tell me how this came about and how you really feel about it."
Hermione had a bit of a blush as she began to tell her mother.
"Well It was after the last ask of the triwizard Tournament. Harry told me he would talk to me after all the festivities were over. He had won the whole thing. So I couldn't get near him for hours. When he finally Broke away He took me some where private just to talk. I had been so scared for him. He had been forced to enter against his will. He wasn't even old enough to compete. So he answered all my questions. I thought we were done for the night. He took my hand told me he loved me. Then asked if I would be his girlfriend. We kissed the most mind blowing kiss ever. The whole castle shook and we were enveloped in this really bright white light. We didn't think anything but boyfriend and girlfriend, until the next morning when the post arrived. It was even front page news in the paper. We got out of the Great Hall, I thought Harry was going to have a fit. He was so happy I couldn't believe it!. I've loved him since first year. I never thought I stood a chance. He has been the most eligible bachelor in the wizarding world since he was named the boy who lived. I could never see him wanting plain ol' me. But He told me I'm Beautiful, smart, funny and more. I couldn't possibly be any happier. I got the man not only of my dreams, but every witches dreams.
Emma could see the light and love in her daughters eyes.
Emma was still a bit put off.
"He honestly said he loves you? You are only 15, he is only 14...how could you possibly know?
Hermione had the answer.
"Mom A soul bond can only come from a true life time love...a true one in magic is so rare the last recorded one was over 500 years ago. I don't think you have any worries."
Vincent Crabbe, was not a happy camper. His father was killed on platform 9 ¾ . Potter had taken his dad from him. He heard what Snape had told Draco and didn't care. The bastard would pay for stopping the dark Lord and his father.
The Pureblood faction in the Wizengomot, Had lost its majority. The more liberal members were now running the show. They had almost instantly called a special session. Most of the pureblood laws were scraped in that session. Mudbloods and half bloods were now in position to get the top spots in the ministry. The jobs would now require testing to see if you were capable of doing the jobs. The old Boy Purebloods were no longer able to just walk in on blood status. They also were Looking at every one in the place. A new corruption Law had been held up for years had also passed in that session. Every member of Government at all levels were being checked by an outside agency...the agency was owned by a squib relative of Aurthur Weasley. Any one found with any bribes thefts or other problems would get 2 extra years in Azkaban, and their families bared from government service for 100 years. If they held a seat in the wizengomot their family would loose their seat. The pureblood used to getting all they wanted were scared...if ¼ of what they had done were exposed. The make up of government would change over night.
Delores Umbridge Left the Wizengomot session in a rage. Her offices budget had been cut by half. On the thirtieth she would loose control of Azkaban Prision, that control being given to the DMLE. If Amelia got the books she was in trouble. Any mud or halfblood that had been sent to the prison sinbce she took over had been given the Dementors kiss, at her order no matter the sentence. This was murder and she knew it. Yaxley was her second in command she could depend on him. She would send Dementors to take care of that problem tonight.
11:45 PM Granger House
Harry Potter was the only person still awake in the Granger Home when the cold he knew only to well began to over take him. He knew some one had sent Dementors to fix him. "Expectopatronum" The expected silver white stag was more it was pure golden light and almost solid. It charged from the room. Two Dementors were in Hermione's room one about to kiss her when prongs attacked it. Harry's patronus didn't deflect it, it was no more the second one in the room fared no better. The stag shot through the house with great speed it found another hovering over Draco and dispatched it with ease. The granger parents room held three they were destroyed with ease. Knowing others were in trouble Harry redoubled his efforts and cast another sending both on search and destroy missions. The whole house was awake now. The cold and fear running through them. Harry took them all to the dinning room pulled out some of honey dukes best and passed out the the chocolate.
Bones Manor Midnight.
Five Dementors descended on the Bones home. Amelia was trying to fight them off when a beautiful stag patronus burst in the room. It attacked with vengeance. Leaving nothing but cloaks and dust behind. Amelia was thanking her lucky stars As the golden patronus dissipated before her!
She Knew who held the controls on the Dementors, Delores Umbridge would be up on charges in the morning. Now she had to check on Susan.
Susan was sitting in her room a beautiful pheasant patronus Patrolling, When Amelia walked in.
Amelia was astounded, Her niece a forth year had a corporal patronus most adults couldn't cast one.
"Sweetheart, where did you learn to do that?" Forgetting totally that she was worried auror mode had kicked in. Susan Just smiled.
"Harry Potter Taught me, His is a stag, he calls it Prongs."
Amelia was astounded.
"What made you want to learn that charm?"
Susan was just matter of fact.
"Third year, The Dementors...They bothered me so badly. After he learned it from professor Lupin, I saw it and asked him to teach me. It took me three weeks to get it and it tired me out but now I'm glad I did. Their were three of them in here!
Now she knew who her savior was but how could he cast one such long distance, she had seen them deflect a Dementors before but his destroyed them.
She needed to talk to one Harry Potter ASAP!
The next morning was quiet in the Granger House. Dobby and Winky were making breakfast, A fact that pleased Dan Granger (Emma was a wonderful wife but couldn't boil water with out burning it).
They were all seated around the table. Hermione insisted the elves sit and have breakfast with them.
Both elves cried for almost twenty minutes over how wonderful a witch she was.
Just as the meal was ending the owls descended like a flock on the house. "Draco received a letter from the ministry informing him of his fathers death And implored him to take up his head of house."
Harry got one from Madame Bones, It seems Susan had identified his patronus and was thanking him for saving their lives. She also wished to see him as soon as possible, Most of her aurors couldn't cast one and sice he taught Susan she was hoping he could teach her staff.
The other was from Aurthur Weasley. It was a long apology, Promising nothing like that would ever happen again. Ron was being punished and that punishment would last the summer. He didn't quite Know what to do with Molly...he had his system cleansed of Love potions And found he didn't care for her at all. He would be looking into his options at the ministry.
The last was the daily Prophet. There no real news to them just a recounting of the Platform incident. Names were being with held until the families were notified!
After the mail was read they all got ready for the trip to Diagon Alley.
