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Chapter 4 - The Prince's Court and the DragonForma
At 9:30am, Severus awoke suddenly when the toy panther caught his nose as the boy attempted to wiggle out of his arms. " Morning Silvanus, we need to talk," he said softly as he sat up against the headboard with the boy next to him. " When you fell asleep we found out your birth name was Evan Hadrian but the bad man who put you with your Aunt knows that. It will be dangerous to call you by Damian, Evan, Hadrian or Harry. So would you like to be permanently known as Silvanus or would you like another name?"
The boys face briefly scrunched up as he made his decision "Silva" he said with a nod. "Goodboy, We need to get ready for breakfast. We will give you a bath after but now just brush your teeth and use the toilet".
After the morning ritual was complete, they meet the others in the kitchen. A hearty english breakfast, toast with an array of spreads, fruits were provided. Alongside hot beverages, milk and juice. The child took his potions laced chocolate milk with little complaint, in exchange to a nutella and peanut butter sandwich and jelly pot. This time Severus was glad that he was happy in his own chair and not squirming around on Severus' lap.
At 11am, they meet again for a discussion. His Grandfather and the solicitar came up with an agenda to discuss. Severus place the boy on a highchair and left him to his own devices with a box of wax crayons and colouring book. The agenda was written on special parchments which meant when someone wrote notes below each heading the space between headings expanded and each persons notes would appear on everyone one else's copy.
Today's Agenda
Goblins Involvement
Adoption Ritual
Possible partaking family
Education ( Primary Decision Maker, Ideas)
Medical (Primary Decision Maker, Ideas)
Residence (Primary Decision Maker, Ideas)
Emotional and Recovery (Primary Decision Maker, Ideas)
Questions for later
"From the information, I can discern that they motivation is not one of malicious intent. The Friend of Goblin Nation and Magical Being Council status of his mother's' family, is probably why." Lord Prince spoke in commanding tone as he started the family meeting.
" Lord Prince, I believe also they might want to have Silvanus be an ambassador or advocates for both groups right. Especially with the declining relationship with Wizarding Britain and Ireland." The solicitor surmised, " The Goblin's have waited decades for someone appropriate for the position and the muggleborn Head of Goblin Liaison is not up to par".
" That is plausible also, perhaps we should add asking about how Silvanus will honor his friendship status with all groups to the question list". Tiberius considered while the solicitor took notes.
" Grandfather, it is probably a landmark case in terms of Goblin aid to a family situation outside of the ministry. Many people do not often think that the Goblins offer many services outside bank keepers." Rhea suggested, " An opportune moment to show that Goblin Services are more efficient than ministry bureaucratic welfare and services provisions".
"Not to mention, they probably want the founders' vaults back in circulation and use. It would provide them an opportunity to lawfully review Hogwart on behalf of an heir. They might also want copies of documents that the oldest families own, that was lost to them during the last rebellion." Severus indicated as he wrote summary notes on the Goblins vs Headmaster education problems.
" I don't think it will be an issue to allow access, once we find and review it all. I think they will probably be patient if we notify them of our intentions. No doubt we will have plenty of goblin artifact contract to review, to determine what has been unlawfully kept and what can be loaned back to their creators." With that, the first agenda was suitably satisfied.
"Lord Prince, The explanation they gave on the use of an ancient adoption ritual seemed a logical idea. I believe we should use the Head of House in all families to fulfill the blood, family magic and blessing portion of the ritual. I believe Silvanus emotion link means that Severus will be the human anchor of the ritual. From a review of records, the boys most distinct facial features will remain but height and body type can change. He talents will not be displaced by using any of the families of the suggested list." Solicitor Clarke spoke as he added condensed notes on the ritual to the parchment.
"Agreed, We have a list of twelve families; Blacks of Russia, Blacks of Japan, Blacks of Canada, Delacour, Foix, Zabini, Greengrass, Vasiliy, Ollivander, Stewards, Scamander and Shafiq. I think we can strike Foix because their business handed by Abraxas Malfoy, he is to ambition and suspicious not to use this against us. Links to the Malfoy's would only bring the extended family into Albus' notice. Stewards can be stricken, I would not put it past that madman Sayre to have but a malicious curse against those who attempt to cross lines again. Scamander's have strong links to Albus' friend Grindelwald and Ollivander live to close to Dumbledore and share too many family friends. The Ollivander in Asia is too young, irresponsible and a bachelor at that. That leaves the Blacks, Delacour, Zabini, Greengrass and Vasiliy. We have no links with the Russian family and the Shafiq's are reclusive, so we can cross that out."
"Grandfather, I believe a Black of Japan or Canada is the best for the first option, both have children doing the correspondence course, both live in quiet places and travel a lot. In terms of full-time residences.
The Oldest Delacour has four children between ten and two years, they are too busy for full-time care. The younger sister only has a twelve-year-old child, who apparently boards full time at one of the host schools for the ICW modern curriculum. They would be an excellent option as the family for occasional visiting.
We have a close link to Zabini and Greengrass but they really stay in their homes in Europe. They are out in British society event too much and they have friends on both sides. I would love for them to be involved in his life but there is a risk of being discovered, not as big as Ollivander and Foix. Does anyone disagree with this analysis?"
" I agree with Grandfather, When would we request the Goblins to manufacture situations where the major/minor family can teach him the family skill. When he displays it or earlier?" Severus commented the situation was going to require delicate handling.
" We will add that to the list, 'If a specialist skill of a minor family appears, how would we go about securing their training in secret?' that should cover it." Lord Prince commented with a nod to Clarke.
" What sort of cover story should we come up with for large events that he must attend as part of heir training? How will the Black hide him if Black of Blackmoore wishes to interact with his Cousins Castor's relatives? " Rhea said as she collected fallen crayons and delivered back to a content Silvanus.
" We will ask Izar, We should also ask whether he suggests Japan or Canada?"
" So to recap, Primary Guardians and Anchor House Prince, Primary Residence House Black, Secondary Residence House Prince for travel in North Europe and Delacour for visitation during occasional weekends during term and travel in South Europe. Agreement to where he spends the main wizarding festivals between the families etc." The Solicitor scribbled furiously on his notes.
"Severus will handle his recovery, in a couple of days, we will go the the Black forest Property for this. House Prince will handle first introductions, he will stay with us until he is comfortable to visit the others. Severus and Rhea are incharge of Health and Wellbeing when not at House Black. House Black when he is in residence, they have multiple healers and access to good healthcare in multiple continents." Lord Prince concluded the Solicitor's train of thought.
"Grandfather, how do we propose we should handle financials? What will the stipends cover? Who will oversee current business? Who will decide on new investments? Who will oversee the legal issues? Dumbledore watching? Inventory of vaults? Will they keep the vaults in UK or move them to oversee? Who will be the Goblins management and Teams for his families?"
"All good questions Severus, I suppose our family will oversee in the beginning then we will pass over. It would be good for business if the involved families each had a small vault to invest in Asia, Americas and Oceania. I suppose we will have to have a Head of each family meetings to come up with a contract to do with finance, legal and political side. Also access to possessions etc. I assume the Goblins will also be part of ensuring none of us can twist the words. When you come to the Black Forest, we will start talks then, you both will be involved etc. I will bring our Solicitor, Business Advisor and Mundane Business Advisor in on this. It shouldn't be a problem, I believe the Delacours and Black of Russia use the same company Burgstaller, Clarke and Zimanov. I have no issues consulting heavily with the Goblins and Magical Beings Representative on this".
" I think we have covered everything, Lord Prince, we should notify the Goblins about the chosen families before Lunch and contact additional family members in time for the meeting later. Your wife has a way with children I seem to remember, she would be good for keeping the boy occupied later. We will need both your grandchildren's input in the meeting."
"Ah, Yes Rhea - Silvia, will probably give me a dressing down for not contacting her earlier. Severus and Rhea please contact your parents and ask them to meet us at 3pm, notify them that House Prince has found yet another foundling in the woods. Must be our family curse, at least the last five generation have found foundlings but this is the most complex case since your grandmother." He said chuckling to himself as he patted Severus lightly on the arm. With that they went their separate ways.
- 2:30pm, Gringotts Guest Suite, London -
" Silva, wake up, it's time to get dressed." Severus whispered to the boy who was napping under a see of blankets in the main sitting room.
"Mmmmmh, no"
" I will give you a chocolate milk if you dress nicely and let my sister do your hair."
" Wanna have banana milk."
" I will ask Bolts if he can get the muggle drink but if not chocolate milk and a strawberry jelly"
" Okay"
Severus helped the boy in a dark teal shirt with dark grey jumper and trousers. His cloak was in the dark purple with teal etching, a dark byzantine purple associated with House Prince. Severus dressed in a dark purple, dark grey ensample with a dark purple cloak with silver etching. Rhea was wearing a white shirt with a byzantine purple skirt and a dark silver robe with designs etched in purple and silver. Rhea delicately styled Silva hair, the crown in a fishtail plait joining the rest of his hair in a loose ponytail at the nape of his neck. While Severus collected their possessions into bags.
Soon Grasten and an several younger Goblins where guiding them back to the meeting room they used previously. "Lord Prince and House Prince, your family are already here, the others will be arriving in ten minutes. Shall we begin introductions, we have King Ragnarok of the Gringotts Clan Britain, Senior Account Managers Ironclaw, Bronzeheel, Steelwolf and their assistants Bjor and Skul. Lysander Dracul ambassador of the Vampire Council his turned mate Lycoris Rigel Black the first of House Black of Black Forest Germany, who knows the old rules of House Black in its entirety. Previous archivist for House Black Library at the the French estate.
Ambassador Dracul and Maser Black Dracul, I am Grasten Senior Accountant of House Prince, this is Lord Tiberius Augustus Prince, his wife Rhea - Silvia, daughter Eileen Liberia, son in law and last founding of House Prince, Tobias Tiberius Auer - Prince. Their children Potion Master Severus Tobias and Rhea II Eileen. The child common name is Hadrian Charlus Potter, currently known as Silvanus. He is a descendant and heir to many major houses including Emrys, Evans, Potter, Black, Peverell and some of the foundling/royal houses. "
"Thank you, Gransten and House Prince please be seated. Ambassador, here is a copy of the Inheritance test from last night, a summary of the situation. House Prince has asked about what Silvanus role is if he acknowledges the status presented to his family by King Vlad Tepes. " King Ragnorak addressed the tall lithe Ambassador dressed in blood red robes with dragon plated armour. His pale gold eyes scanned the assembly of Humans when the King motioned at them while speaking. The pupils of the eyes were constricted unnaturally small and the irish took up a larger area than natural. His sandy wavy hair was tied in a complicated pattern using leather ties. Lycoris features resembled the classic House Black member but his eyes had slight hint of gold in them and his sneer revealed slightly pointed incisors.
" The child should visit the blood priest, so he may be given blood rune blessings given to all those in our protection. He would also be asked to make an appearance at several festivals including the celebration for the success of the rebellion. Those who accompany him shall also be protected. As he grow he would be entitled to access our libraries and our Citadel. He has a right the use the Tepes crowned wyvern on his sigil as seen in House Evans. His position means that we can circumvent any anti Magical Being trading laws used against those house who are Citizens of Britain and Ireland solely.
His great grandfather was the last to receive the blessing, we have not found any of this line since. We were unable to get Lilliana to the blood priest before the Potters "deaths". Madam Prince or should I say Lady Tünde Šiwa Takács, we have in our possession all your family assets that we managed to save from the usurping of your line. You may not remember but your family, where neighbours and allies to our people throughout history. " He spoke in a calm almost musical voice, eyes flashing in recognition of Lady Prince.
" I would be grateful for their return. I remember little, apart from walking through the mountains with my brother and our accidental apparition to the Black Forest. My brother created the name Romulus and Rhea Lupin aliases."
Shortly after a group of persons with white blonde and strawberry blonde hair, followed by a group of dark brown hair arrived. " Thank you House Black of Japan and Canada, and House Delacour for answering our summons on short notice. I am sure you all know House Prince, they have found another forest foundling a 4 years old Severus has named Silvanus. House Prince this is Lord Louis Jacques Delacour, Heir Jacque Gaël Delacour and his sons Amand Louis and Jean - Paul Imme. Heir Castor 'Marius' I of Black of Russia, Masters Izar of Canada and Arcturus IV of Japan". As King Ragnarok began to fill in the late arrivals on the situation, Severus noticed that Silva was trying his best to hide in his robes along with their dragon stowaways. He leaned over to his grandmother, " Grandmother, Silvanus is getting really anxious and his presence is not required during this meeting. Would you mind supervising him playing?"
" Not at all Severus. King Ragnarok, may Silvanus and I use a side room, while this meeting continues?"
" I see no problem in doing so, Skul escort them the private waiting room next door and have the house elf Bolt see to their needs."
Severus leaned down to whisper "Silva can you please go with Granny Rhea, I promise we will see you for diner after you afternoon playtime and nap." With slight hesitation, the boy agreed and was lifted on the womens him. The dragons wrapped round the boys torso and Granny Prince collected Silvanus toys of Severus. The boy waved shyly as they departed the room .
The meeting was productive, it was decided the House Black of Japan was suited for residence. It was on an Island in the middle of a large freshwater lake, the house was well catered for children. It had all the resources for homeschooling and plenty of unique opportunities. Arcturus children were 4 and 9, currently using the same homeschooling system as proposed. Where as, Izars children were 6 and 3 and were adopted two year previous shortly before relocating. They were too insecure for a new sibling currently and were in the middle of there nomad style education by their mothers clan. They would be suitable cousins and would be coming to Japan the next summer to learn about their other origin. Izar still agreed he was the perfect candidate to fool Dumbledore, as his partially unattached core, registered him as a Squib in Britain. He also had dark green eyes which would help pass off as Lily's half brother.
Delacours agreed they would not mind playing occasional host during holidays and on weekends during his stay at the Swiss school. When the child grew they could introduce his to events as part of heirship training, which was vastly different from customs in Japan and Canada. If he came into Veela inheritance they would be his guides, Prince and Black for any other Magical Being inheritance.
Castor, Louis, Tiberius and Rhea - Silvia would provide blood and magic to the adoption, Severus would be the anchor and shield, the ambassador asked to include a blood based blessing. A Goblin representative of Japan, France and Britain & Ireland would be a witness along with the other members of the group. They set the time for the ritual for that night starting at 11:30 and finishing after the passing of the new day.
The Goblins agreed that they would inventory everything in the vaults, moving everything into Vaults in Switzerland for safety. They would give Princes a year to go through all Goblin items before negotiating what to with them. Goblins notified the vaults would likely have some coinage not in circulation in the uk but could be used elsewhere, specifically Mythril coins from when mines were plentiful. These Teos coins where pure mythril and large in those day, current Teos where a small square of Mythril enclosed in Gold circle coin. A common Mythril coin was worth 1000 Galleons and had an ⅛ of the original. They wanted to negotiate next month selling/lending to coins out to museums and selling the coins to be melted and reshaped into new Mythril coins. The Goblins reliance of a few Alchemist to produce enough for coinage, they rarely were able to make enough to keep up with demand and their profits often suffered. House Prince said they would partake in negotiations after reviewing the financials.
" I think it's time for a break Grasten, after which the head of house, Severus and Arcturus should remain to go through the timeline for a financial, legal and political side of it. We also need to go through plans and backup etc. The others are free to go shop in the alleys or retire to the Quest Suites until the ritual. Bolt please notify Lady Prince that we will be having afternoon tea shortly and that we would like to tell Silvanous about his friends"
Severus watched as Lady Prince re-entered carrying a sleeping child, the dragon hovering above her shoulders. "Lady Prince please help yourself, Master Prince if you could wake Silvanus, we will tell you a story." Severus gently took the boy in his lap, rubbing his back until he was alert enough, "Silva, the Goblins want to tell you a story about our stowaways."
"So these two are a species similar to Dragonette, miniature dragon. While Dragonette are reptilian and solely survive in a symbiotic relationships with Dragons, feeding off their magic and scraps of feed in return for companionship and removing parasites. This cousin species are a reptilian/ early mammalian hybrid, as you see their spines are not as sharp and their have a cat like quality to their face and ears. They don't rely on the sun like other reptilians, they can produce small amounts of fire or their natural element but rarely use it. They are docile creature often found protecting land, in their case, one protects the moss, lichen and streams of the grove and the other protects the trees in the same region. They have a symbiotic relationship with ambient magic's in the areas of their mate in pairs for life, make suitable companion but not complete familiars. As long as they reside near forests, they will survive, they are protecting from poaching. They listed as Druid Lizards in druidic literature reference, they are officially listed as Dracoforma but have many local names. I do not believe any parselmouths have written any research on them, the sightings are free and far between.
Young Silvanus, they most likely will not stay inside with you unless its winter but if you open your window they will visit often. They will let you know want they need, if food is not available. When you have named them, tell someone to contact us, we will provide you with rings to put around their leg, so other people do not attempt to interfere. We do not want anyone thinking that they are lost Dragonettes." Gransten showed old drawings and paragraphs from a book written in Ogham and Runic scripts.
Silvanus nodded while listening to Ragnarok tale while drinking his favourite chocolate milk and munching on hobnobs and jammy dodgers. "Severus dear, can you get Silvanus to stand up. I will take some measurements and get some more wizarding clothes and order some special robes. Do not worry Grasten, I will have Malkin and Twilfit tailors under the strictest oaths. Grasten can you provide with a list of houses that will need an individual sigils to wear and the order when together on one cloak, also a copy of the sigils for reference and house colours and mottos. I will send out my husband to the local Marks & Sparks for muggle clothes and elsewhere for toys and books. "
" Mum, he need a pair of dragon hide boots, trainers, slippers and a basic wardrobe. We should also pick up the flax linen wear we need for rituals. We need also need some furniture and some muggle snack foods." he requested as he set Silva on the floor. "Silva, stay still why Grandma Eileen takes your measurements. Tell her your favourite colours ?".
"Gween, Blue, Silver and Purwple. I like planets, stars and animals. Can I have starry pjs Sev?" He said excitedly as little measuring tapes whizzed around taking measurements.
"Sure, Silva. Thanks, mum, I will see you later" He gently patted him on the shoulder before guiding him back to the chair. "Silva, would you like to talk to Arcturus Black, you will be going to school with his children next Autumn. Call him Mr Black when he comes over" while explaining he secretly gestured for Arcturus to join them. "Mr Black, thank you for agreeing to aid us. This is Silvanus, he would like to meet you first."
"Hello Silvanus, Today has been very exciting hasn't it? Have you named your plush or the Dragoformas"
"I don't know. What will be my other names, Mr Black?"
" Well I think, you will have a middle name after Black and the Delacours. For Blacks, your will be named after any stars in the dog and hunter constellations, Sirius, Orion or Rigel. For the Delacours the name will be French or Frisian, the current children are named after elements probably something earthy. Silvanus is a name that follows Prince tradition. We haven't decided on your surname but Black - Prince would probably be best. What do you think?"
"Silva Rigel, I like. Sev said you have children?"
"Oh yes, I have a boy who is 9 and a girl who is 4 like you. They both have Japanese and Black names, Marius and Seren enjoy many things. Japan is a lovely place with rivers, lakes, mountains, forests, rainforest and beaches. The weather is hot in the summer and snowy in the winter. We have a treehouse, a small zoo, lake and a field where we grow are vegetables next to our house. We will show you a bit of everything when you and Severus come and stay next year. Hopefully, you can come in the summer because my nephews are coming to see Japan and learn the language. One more child and adult and we will be able to play a bit of football on the beach."
Silva seemed happy with what Arcturus was saying, so much so he raised his head to look pleadingly at Severus. "It has been many years since I was able to collect fresh ingredients in Japan. I will enjoy taking SIlva to visit you, I can help teach the kids some basics. Silva, can I ask Arcturus' brother Izar over. He need to talk to us, he is the one who going to play tricks on your Aunt's family." When Silvanus nodded, Arcturus beckoned his brother forwards.
Izar made his way over, moving a chair so they were in a circle off the table. " Yes, Artie I am coming over and meet the little forest imp." he said in joking tones to Arcturus exaggerated hand waving.
"Izar, do you have to call me that." He said grumphly, crossing his arms in exaggerated indignation.
" Hello Silvanus, I am Izar Black but you can call me Iz or Zar. May I see the Dracoformas?" He said with all the charm he could muster. Severus help Silva untangle the one with the bark like scales from the boys waist, while Silva talked to it.
Silva replied cutely "Here, He doesn't have a name. " Arcturus watched with great amusement as it walked up Izars arm to his shoulder. "Artie if you continue to look grumpy people will think your a pirate. All you need is one of these, an eye patch, a wooden leg and you can stand on the jetty and sing pirate songs. What do you think Silva, he could make a good pirate? Maybe I can persuade my Nephew and Niece to beg you until your ears bleed. These guys look like they would feel at home on Black Island. " He said teasingly to his brother as Silva giggled. Arturus rolled his eye good naturedly.
"Silva, may I see the other one?" Arcturus asked, the mossy colour one unwound and walked over, sitting on Arts lap. Experimentally the man lightly stroke the soft scales, and when the creature arcs its back like a stretching cat with wings open, he scratch at the wing joint. Severus was surprised by the purring being accompanied by the occasional chirp, "When the goblins said they were cat like, I didn't think they meant it literally. I assume that their love of the fireplace or in Silvanus clothes was because they lacked warmth not that they just enjoyed it. Silva, can you ask them if they need any food?"
" They want a bird or fish meat, not cooked. They said roots and mushwrooms" he replied.
"Bolts, would you please get some uncocked bird, fish and some roots, mushrooms, berries and nuts for the creatures. Thank you" Severus requested of the waiting elf. When the food arrived, Severus helped Silva hold the bowl as they took turns to take piece of food. The female had some chicken on her claw and produced a tiny flame, cooking the outside. They devoured the food ravenously.
"Look at that Artie, the kids will love this. How long until little Marius it using them to roast marshmellow and cheese cubes using them?"
"Don't encouraged the children too much, Seren set a local Strike bird to chase her brother until he gave her, his chocolate cake slice, under your supervision last summer."
"What's a Strike?"
" Do you know what a Magpie is?"
"Mmmh, yes. Pretty feathers."
"That's right well, a Strike is a large magical magpie, mischievous little devils. This one like shiny things but also collects spoons, if we let him. Izar had to replace all are spoons after he didn't stop my four year old giving all of them to him. The little devil like sitting on our windowsill with one of the stolen spoons to tease us." By the end of the story, the child was giggling madly while the adults chuckled.
"Okay, down to business. I need your help so I can fool your Aunt. Do you have any memories of your Mothers Mother, your Grandmother? Are they still alive?"
" Nanna Heather died in summer and Grandad died before I was born."
" Okay, do you remember what she called her children and grandchildren, like little one or pet?"
" Grandad was Mike, Auntie was Tunia, Mum was Lilly - Mae. Dud was Little Andi and I was Little Green Eyes. She alway made Jam mini tarts, Apple for Aunt, Orange for Dud and Raspberry/Strawberry for me. She gave Auntie a vase, Auntie said it was prewcious. Nanna didn't like Uncle, she never came to dinner when he was there. Nanna eyes turn dark green when she was angry but most of the time it was sparkly silver. She gave me picture books with planet, star and myths in it. Auntie burn them after I spoke to Santa."
"Okay, Green eyes, that shall help a lot. I know we can't take memories by the usual methods. I have a prototype of something I have been working on with some of my Canadian colleagues. I want you to think of a memory of your old family and push it into this globe. It will from white to blue if it works. Silvanus, the memories will be really helpful for me and the goblins. Try to give memories of incidents, your family, your other relatives and your daily life. We won't show it to anyone unless you want to". Izar placed the large globe onto the table, with some reassurance from Severus, the child reached one hand on to the globe.
"Okay, Silvanus. Who else is allowed to see?"
"Just the Princes and Art"
"Okay, that case, we will watch it tomorrow before we leave".
"Gentleman, we shall reconvene to talk more amount a joint custody contact to cover legal, economic and political concerns. We will base out some ideas now, before you leave tomorrow a proposed contract will be given. We will meet in two weeks to sign the final contract. Our base is a standard joint custody over international borders. Any immediate thing you would like to outline in this draft?" King Ragnarok
"If I am applying for a citizenship for him in Japan, he will have to submit to an annual emotional, magical and physical health check. We will also need to submit an education report and proof that the child is learning Japanese, exploring and involved in Japanese and Asian culture. For example last year we visited a several shine and historical sites, we had a project which meant the kid learnt the history of kimonos and other traditional clothing. We learnt how to make mochi balls. My nephew and niece visit Japan for a month annually to satisfy the terms of their adoption out of the country." Arcturus mentioned.
" If Severus is the anchor, might I suggest that we use a star gem jewelry for the Silva to wear and a top grade communication book. This way he won't get so worried amount Severus staying at Hogwarts during the school year. We would also have effortless communication between the two. I am sure any adult wouldn't mind writing on behalf or reading the messages." Izar added.
"That sounds like a good idea, can you help me get a star gem prepared for New Years." Severus agreed.
" I understand my family is the smaller third party in this but can we suggest a minimum of 14 days in our care per year. House Delacour has a summer residence near Lake Konstanz not far from the Prince property in the Black Forest. His presence at a family event or festivities once every two years. We would like to handle his european languages, culture and etiquette studies. We would also Harry to instruct him of political side also and his has a right to learn family magics." Lord Delacour inputted.
" Shall we put in a minimal security oath behind anybody who needs to know his trueborn identity and maybe a timeline when to involve the other major and minor houses lines." Rhea added. "His school tutor and a registered healer should at least be put under oath."
" King Ragnarok, can you explain the specifics of Silvanus personal allowance and maintenance stipend."
"His personal allowance increase yearly according to his age, currently, it 1G a week with 50G starter. It increase by a Drac a week or 3 Sickle and 10 Knuts per year. Currently, the account is at 4,550 Galleon 16 Sickle and 20 Knuts, the account has a 100G starter with 3% compound interest each year. The maintenance is 1000G for Education, Food, Shelter, Clothes and Medical. 100 each for Extracurricular, Holiday, Toys and Book annually. Anything else can be negotiated for, its a simple form, this just ensures the stipend is not wasted. Both categories get an extra money as his age and educational growth.
His family has basic rules on a small investment vault of 200G at age 11 with an extra 50 per year until he reaches age 17. If we deem his fit alongside his guardians, doctors and educator who will be granted full use of his estate at 17. If not he will be reviewed until age 21. If you pass over a sheet with clause ideas to review, I will see them incorporated into the draft. I believe it's time to discuss the handling of Albus Dumbledore and his associates. "
" First, we have reviewed the specific of the blood wards at his Aunt's place. We are happy to report he messed up slightly, The child need only be within five miles of his Aunt property for 12 hours a day for 52 days a year. To give the illusion of them being renewed and maintained. Mrs Rhea Prince current address in in the perfect location, hidden four miles from the Dursley's residence near Aldershot. I suggest the occasion weekend staying at Rhea's and making the occasional appearance at large local events for appearance sake. Izar presence would be needed then and I am certain he will handle any problems. His cover boarding school also does week summer camps, a good idea to attend. It also fits in with the distance requirements and would also be a great filler for any muggle education requirements.
Isaac Sable -Towers will be Izars' cover, recently moved to Farnham and an tutor bought in to aid children who need out of hours help. He was on a call with local volunteers association, who were searching for a lost teen. He stumbled across a child name Damien Towers, after talking it became clear that his mother was the boys grandmother. Isaac was a talented child who was a bastard, before Petunia reach two in 1959, he moved to Canada. His father's family has offered to handle his care from then on and sent him to a prestigious school. The distance between his mother's home and his school was to far. He became estranged with his mother until he was 15 in 1964, than after meet yearly for weekends at London.
Luckily, a previous transcript on conversations with Lily Evan - Potter, revealed that her mother without fail always went to London alone for a 4 day trip every summer. So this just adds to the convenience of the cover. He is contacting Petunia for custody and will ensure than the muggles don't convict for abandonment if she signs the extra contract. The contract will restrict the whole family's ability to reveal that the boy is no longer in their care. If he is questioned whether he knows about the magical worlds, he will say his best friend is a squib and he has a muggleborn wizard who is a colleague. He will use a glamour ring which will set a permanent glamour for the character, it will change voice and accent also. Does anyone see any holes in this plan so far ?" The King paused briefly, before continuing
" Currently, the stipend account has 650G (£16,250) per year to the Dursleys paid in every quarter. Another 400G is being siphoned off by Dumbledore under the guise of Magical Tutoring. His position makes it difficult to carry out reviews without incurring some sort of sanction by the Wizengamot. The safest way to deal with this is too bounce the dursley money into a new bank account, with documents stated that wanted to move banks. The money will then look like its moving into their spending account in monthly amounts but in reality, is being returned to a protected Gringotts account. We will pretend that the 400G remaining that is not siphoned of is delivered straight to the boys new school and summer programmes. For 50G a year, we will hire one of our more ingenious investigator in an attempt to follow the syphoned money. The only accounts which will stay in Gringotts custody, will be one from each house with the minimum 100G in. The direct business account and the fake stipend account. Everything else will be moving to neutral Switzerland account with the highest protections. A small vault will be held in Japan, France and Germany also.
We will keep all evidence, until Dumbledore power starts to falter than we will meet and start the prosecution for his crimes. It would be a good idea to keep immaculate records regarding the child. You should be on high alert around his eleventh birthday, as we will need to confirm his magical tutoring before we release the increased stipend and hogwarts fees. Obviously, we will plan ahead than also, tomorrow I will also leave you emergency contact details, a card for a start up money until all the vault redistributions are complete, some communication notebooks and there instructions."
"I think everything is complete, House Prince can we contract you to provide the following ingredients at your usual superior quality. Lord Prince, Black, Delacour, Lady Prince, Mr Severus, Mrs Rhea and Silvanus, please fill a vial of blood each now. Are you all proficient in the knowledge of how to prepare for rituals? " When the party all nodded "Good, I will see you later, your escorts will arrive at 11pm. As some materials such are the guardian stones are selected according to the persons magic. " Everyone was glad that was over, they followed bolts back to the location. Severus was not surprised when the number of bedrooms had increased since they last visited.
Severus parents and the Delacour brothers returned shortly after they did. Silvanus was overwhelmed by the new trunk, wardrobe, toys and books. Tobias went as far as to get a mini magical version of a fridge and preservation lunch box for the snack he bought. While the adult once again dissolved into small groups to chat, the Delacour brother decided to engage the child with a game of hide and seek. The sitting room was filled noise with occasionally Silva squeal and giggling.
Dinner was an amazing lasagne with sides of garlic bread and green vegetables. With Tiramisu and Ice Cream for Dessert. Once again Silvanus took his daily potions with little complaint. After which Severus prepared him with a cleansing bath, followed by a potion that cleansed the body and blood. Severus also gave him a minor painkiller and sleep draught, so he wouldn't experience an discomfort. Lucky Grasten had notified them that child strength potions would not interfere with the ritual. The boy was then put into dark blue fleece pjs which the stars seemed to glow in the dark. Glad that the child felt safe and happy enough to sleep in the bed alone.
NB - For the next chapter I have written in detail about the Rituals. I am not sure whether I will upload it this weekend or next. It depends on how fast I make progress with writing Chapter 7 and 8 of this story and Custody Case.