AN: I want to thank all of you kept reading, I hope you like this chapter. Harry finally learns some things. Anyway. E.R.R. Enjoy, Read, Review... got it? Good. ^^ I'm doing that from now on.
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A Hybrid's Fate
Chapter 4: Going to Alanna's
Today was the day that the Dursley's were leaving for their vacation in Cancun, Mexico and Harry couldn't be more excited.
Why was he excited?
He was excited because he was going to be staying with Alanna while the Dursley's were on their vacation which was 3 Weeks Long!
Not only did he get a break from the Dursley's, which he was more than eager for because really he didn't like the Dursley's anymore than they liked him, but he also got to spend time with Alanna, who he had come to see as a mother figure.
The Dursley's hadn't made him do any chores today, too busy with packing and getting ready to go on their vacation, so instead he was sitting on a window seal, relaxing and letting his mind wonder while he waited for Alanna to come and get him.
He wondered what it would be like to stay with Alanna, what her house would be like, what type of things they would do, and things like that…
He had never been to someone's house other than Dursley's so this was a new experience for him and he didn't know what to expect.
Getting lost in his thoughts, he hadn't known that Alanna had arrived until he felt a hand on his shoulder. Startled, by the sudden and unexpected touch, he jerked away only to gasp in surprise, when he collided with the floor.
Blinking a few times, trying to process how he ended up on the floor, he looked around in confusion, until his eyes landed on Alanna.
She had her hand covering her mouth, but he knew she was smiling, grinning, or something because he could see the amusement in her eyes.
Blushing slightly he narrowed his eyes at her "You know, instead of finding amusement in this, you could be helping me off the floor, 'cause, you know, some people would feel sympathy, or just be nice people in general, but you wouldn't know anything about that, would you?" He said with a glare, which was undermined by a pout.
Alanna, instead of helping him up, starting laughing at him, obviously not insulted by what he had just said, but instead amused.
Sighing in annoyance, when Alanna started laughing, he got up off the floor on his own and patted himself off. He might think of her as a mother, but that didn't mean she was always on his likable people list. In fact, she managed to get taken off of that list at least 3 times a week, but used to her behavior by now, he simply brushed it off and smiled. He still loved her though, that was never question.
"I'm sorry, dear, but you are, just so amusing sometimes. Now come along, we need to let the Dursley's know that we are leaving." She said taking his hand and leading him to the kitchen where Petunia was scurrying around making sure everything was together before they left for their vacation.
Standing in the door way for a few minutes, waiting for Petunia to finish, Alanna decided that she was tired of waiting.
"Petunia, I have Hadrian, I just wanted to let you know that we are leaving, now."
Turning to walk away, Alanna paused and as an afterthought added. "Oh, and I hope you enjoy your vacation."
Petunia stopped what she was doing, turning to Alanna "Wait!"
Turning back around Alanna gave fake smile, "Yes, Petunia?"
"I just wanted to say… It's just that… I mean…" sighing, Petunia took a minute to calm herself, obviously flustered with so much going on and still so much left to do before they could go on vacation. "Well, I haven't thanked you yet, so I want to say thank you for the vacation and for taking care of Harry."
Alanna smile tightened at the name Harry. "Harry… what an ugly name" she mumbled so quietly not even Harry could hear her, then her smile turned genuine. "Yes, of course, it's my pleasure. I'm just SO happy that you and yours have agreed to go on the vacation." And she most certainly was happy. After today, she, nor her son, would have to see the Dursley's again, and that was something to be genuinely happy about.
With that said, Alanna once again began to lead Harry out of the house.
Once they were out of the house, Alanna, turned to Harry, "I take it you haven't eaten lunch yet, yes? How about we go out to eat? After that, to make up for laughing at you, we can spend the day at the mall where you can get new clothes and toys, then we will come back home and we can have salmon for dinner, how does that sound?" She asked with a smile.
Nodding, excitedly Hadrian, grinned. "That sound great!" he exclaimed as he threw himself into her arms to give her a hug.
"Good, so where would you like to go eat?"
"Well… I don't know, I haven't really been out many places to eat." He said softly, though not missing the dark scowl that formed on Alanna's face.
"I see," she said, softly, but there was a hint of anger that laced the softly spoken words and he shivered. He had never heard Alanna sound like that before. Perhaps it was because he only ever saw her at the Dursley's house.
He had always had the distinct feeling that Alanna was always hiding a lot of her true emotions and personality when at the Dursley's house. Even with him.
Grasping the hand that held his with his other hand, he cradled it to his chest. "It's okay, really." He said looking into her eyes, to make sure he had her complete attention. "I might not have any pleasant memories with the Dursley's, but that means that I can have all my positive memories with you." He finished with a small, warm smile.
Alanna felt all her anger wash away as she pulled him into her arms and held him close in a tight, yet gentle hug.
"And we will indeed create, many, many positive memories." Alanna replied in a still soft, but much warmer tone. "We have all the time in the world."
After a few moments Alanna set Harry back on the ground, "Okay, little one. We will go to town and you can decide what restaurant you want to go to when we get there."
(Time skip: They reached town and found a restaurant)
After being seated, they waited for the Waitress to come around.
"Do you know what you want to eat, Hadrian?" Alanna asked while looking at the Menu.
"Umm," He looked at the menu "what do you recommend?" he asked curiously, not really knowing what to get.
"How about the Caesar Salad, with grilled chicken?"
When the waitress came around, Alanna ordered a rare steak with sautéed mixed vegetables, and Harry a Caesar Salad like Alanna had suggested.
"So, little one, tell me, what is your favorite color?" Alanna asked in honest curiosity.
"Hmm? I like a lot of colors."
"Well, pick one."
"A lot."
"Top 3"
"10" he answered with a serious face.
Alanna sighed. "You're being difficult"
"I didn't realize" he said with a laugh, he could tell that Alanna was getting frustrated, but he was used to it. Alanna always asked him random question, he knew she just wanted to get to know him so he always indulged her in the end, but he made it difficult sometimes.
Why? Because he had to get some amusement out of being interrogated.
"My favorite colors are silver, black, red, white, and shades of green."
"Hmm… why?"
"I don't know, I've just liked those colors for as long as I can remember…"
Talking about different things, they paused for a moment when their food finally arrived.
"So, what are we going to do today?" Harry asked after he swallowed a bite of his salad.
"Well, I was going to let you decide... Do you have anything you want to do in particular?" She asked after a moment.
"Not really" Harry replied shaking his head. "I don't mind what we do… How about you choose."
Thinking for a moment the corner of Alanna's lip pulled up into a smirk "Okay, then, I have the perfect place in mind…" she finished with an innocent smile.
Looking at her warily, Harry nodded.
…..
After they finished eating, Alanna paid and they headed off to where Alanna wanted to take him.
Harry asked where they were going, but she refused to answer, just saying he would see when they got there and did he see.
They arrived at a HUGE mall.
…..
Walking into the mall, Alanna immediately pulled Hadrian to a clothing store.
"We are going to get you an entirely new wardrobe." Alanna said excitedly, having already started picking out clothes.
An hour later found them in the dressing rooms, trying on clothes to see how they looked.
"No!" Harry screamed trying to run out of the changing room, not caring that he only had on his underwear.
Alanna stood in front of him holding a dress up for him to try on…
"I'm not putting on a dress."
"Yes, you are, in fact you are putting on multiple dress, skirts, and other girls clothes… you're my personal doll for the day, now be still," she with an evil grin and pulled him over to her to put the dress on him.
"Aww! You look so cute! Look." She said turning him towards the mirror…
Frowning up at his mother, he then glared at his reflections… "I feel a deep sense of loathing for you right now. I'll never wear this." He said trying to take the dress off…
"Oh, but you already are." Alanna teased.
Receiving on a glare in response Alanna sighed.
"Fine." she said, helping him get off the dress then throwing it, along with the other dresses and skirts, in the discard pile…
They finished trying on clothes a while later and went to purchase the clothes they wanted to keep.
"How about the toy store, now?" Alanna asked, trying to make amends for making Harry put on a dress… him still being mad at her had nothing to do with going to the toy store. It's not like she was trying to buy his forgiveness, or anything like that.
"Really!?" He asked, all feeling of discontent immediately leaving his mind, being replaced by excitement.
"Yes." she nodded, smiling, happy that he wasn't upset anymore. "But first, let's go put these in the car."
Harry nodded excitedly, making quick work of the distance to the car, and back, dragging Alanna behind him as he made his way to the toy store.
…..
Harry walked down the stuffed animal isle, when he saw a giant white, fluffy teddy bear. It was twice his size, probably as tall as Alanna, and twice as wide, and had red eyes.
Turning to Alanna he looked at her with pleading eyes… "I want this one, please."
"Of course, luv. Do you want any others?"
Harry grinned and nodded… then took off before Alanna could say anything else.
Watching as Harry ran away she couldn't help the warmth that bloomed in her heart at seeing him so happy.
By the time they had left, Harry had picked out 10 different stuffed toys. Most of them were too big to fit in the car, so they had to have them delivered.
Walking out of the store hand in hand with Alanna, Harry had a huge grin on his face. He was more than pleased…
So far he had had a lot of fun with Alanna, even with the dress incident.
Smiling at Alanna, he gave her a hug. "Thank you! Thank you!" He exclaimed with unfeigned joy.
Returning the embrace, Alanna gave him a gentle smile. "You're very welcome, little raven." And picked him up, when Harry lifted his arms in a gesture to be picked up.
"Is there anything else you would like to do before we go back home?" she inquired, looking at the time. It was already half passed four, and she wanted to be home to start dinner by five-thirty.
Considering it for a moment, he eventually shook his head. "No, we can go back."
Nodding, Alanna, adjusted Harry so he was settled on her right hip, and picked up the bags that contained the smaller stuffed toys and made her way back to the car, it was time to get Harry settled in.
AN: Thank you for reading… I know there was nothing about this is my original chapter four, but I wanted them to do something special together, since they are finally out of the Dursley's house, again it is longer. I hope you enjoyed it… Much love to you all who have stuck with this story. Stick around for the next chapter, if you like it thus far, I'm sure you will enjoy that chapter 2. I'm going to have a lot more detail.
