Alliance of the Light Keeperoliver Chapter 7
Molly and Arthur had gotten the children settled, when they got unexpected company, Fred and Luna, and George and Angel sauntered into the house, When seeing the three new children, Fred opened up with, "What are they delivering grown up babies now, of have you two been keeping a secret from us?"
Molly answered with a pleased, Fred, Luna, George, Angelina, I would like you to meet Kevin, Warren, Naomi and Leo Waters, soon to be Weasley. We are going to adopt them. We want to treat them like family, and that doesn't mean pranking them every 15 minutes. Do you understand me!"
George rolled his eyes, "Yes mother dear, we understand you. So you lot are going to be our new family, well then let me introduce us properly. I am George Weasley, and this is my lovely wife Angelina, but call her Angel. This good looking fellow over here is Fred Weasley, and his unbelievably beautiful wife Luna, and there baby in waiting, sex yet to be determined."
The four youths laughed at George's antics, and shook all of their hands, which the twins made every attempt of confusing the kids, by shaking hands three or four times. By the time they were done, all of the group were confused. Fred spoke up, "Yes, well that went surprisingly well, didn't it. Now what say we all settle down to get to know each other better. George and I, as well as our charming wives, are the proud owners of the..."
"Weasley's Wizarding Wheezes. We know. Kevin and I have wanted so much to visit you store, but we have never been able to find it. I imagine that Naomi and Leo would also like to visit it, but not to the extent that Kevin and I do." Warren broke in.
"That popular are we?" said George.
"With us you are, I don't know about anyone else. We have been wanting to see it for a year now."
"Well then we can't keep these young people waiting no can we George? I think a trip to Diagon Alley is in order for tomorrow?" Fred replied.
Molly interjected, "Not tomorrow they won't. Tomorrow is the big celebration for Harry's birthday, and we intend to be there for it. It wouldn't hurt for you four to be there as well, as every one will be attending. That means no customers, so you can keep the store closed for the day, and attend the festivities."
Luna looked at Fred and said "Fred, I would like to be there for Harry's birthday celebration, Could we please go, at least for a couple of hours. We owe everything to Harry, and I want him to know we appreciate it. Besides, I hear that they are going to try and make it a National Holiday for Great Briton. Don't you want to be there for that."
"Sweetheart, We, George and I have already taken the initiative of keeping the store closed for the event, and have given all of our employees off with pay. Verity about passed out when we told them this, as she is not use to us being that generous. Not that we are cheap, but in closing the store for a day, usually costs us easily 50,000 Galleons, not to mention the wages we will be handing out. But as you said, it more then worth it for Harry."
Arthur chimed in, "That's settled then, What say we get to bed, and wake up and go out to eat in the morning, before heading over to London for the little get together." And they all climbed the stairs, heading for their bedrooms. The four young ones, filled with excitement for what was in store for tomorrow.
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Lily and James were in their sitting room with Sirius, Amelia, Remus and Tonks, And Severus and Narcissa. The four men were talking about their forming the Marauders again, and came up with a name for Severus. He had agreed with the name immediately, as it fit his personality to a "T". He was to be called SLY. This was so perfect on so many levels. Like Slytherin House, his Animagus form, a silver fox. His being a spy for the order before Tom's defeat. But most of all, his devious nature.
He would never believed that he would become friends with these men sitting in this room, but so much had changed in the past year, both with his life, and with the wizarding world in general. Because of this, he now believed anything could happen. He thought that he would miss being the Professor for potions at Hogwarts, But the position Harry found for him in Phoenix Inc., had brought him more fame and fortune, then he could imagine. Narcissa's skills at potions has made them the most sought after potions brewers in the wizarding world. Well known companies have offered him and Cissy lucrative offers to leave P.I. and come work for them, but the freedom that P.I. gives them, and to be around his new friends was just too great to pass up. He and Cissy were now part of a family he didn't have while growing up.
He caught every ones attention by tapping on his glass, "I would like to make a toast, to the man who is to be honored tomorrow, Harry James Potter, who turns nineteen tomorrow, has brought about changes to the wizarding world, and to the world in general. Through his efforts, the rights of all of God's creatures have been greatly improved, and seem to be getting better. Here's to Harry, and a better tomorrow."
Everyone agreed by saying together, "Here, Here."
Then Sirius added, "Here is to friends and loved ones around the world, and in this room. May we stay this way for all of our lives."
Again, "Here, Here."
Tonks then stood up, "I have been known to be a bit clumsy in the past, and have not always made the right choices in my life, but the Day I met one Harry James Potter, was probably the best day of my life. Lily, James, I don't know if you knew this or not, But Harry is the one to set Remus straight, and get him and I together. He is also the one to set Remus straight about being a good father."
Tears were forming in Tonks eyes as she continued. "Remus was getting remorseful for getting me pregnant. Both for his ex-furry little problem, and for bringing a child into this world during the worst of times. Harry actually yelled at him and called him a coward for not facing up to his responsibilities. He also told him that you James, would not want him to leave his pregnant wife to follow Harry, Ron and Hermione in their search for the Horcruxes. Ever since then, Remus has been the perfect husband and father. So this one is for you two, for bringing into this world the most loving. caring, devoted and kind person I have ever known. To Lily and James."
"Here, Here."
James stood up and said, "What the hell is going on here, are we at a funeral here or something? We are here to enjoy the friendship we all share. We all know the kind of person my son is, but if he were here with us right , he would tell us all to, Just Shut Up. Which is how it should be. We are honoring his life tomorrow, not his death. We don't need to hear sob stories, before we go out to honor Harry. We need to hear funny stories to relish the thought of Harry's accomplishments. No offense Nym, but Remus was always a stick in the mud for his plight. He didn't think anyone would ever love him. but what is past is past. Now we enjoy the time we have together. I believe it also time we all should be heading to bed so that we won't be falling asleep during Harry's day."
And they all agreed and went off to their seperate bedrooms.
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Harry was having a beautiful dream of a Brunette and a redhead sitting on the beach in the Riviera. It was a topless beach, and the two girls were drawing the stares of all the men that were there on the beach, much to the consternation, of all the other women who were also visiting the beach. There was a loud moan, when a raven haired man, that just sat down between the two beauties, and received kisses from them both, and then they all laid back, with the girls snuggling against the wild haired young man. And then he heard a tapping, and awoke out of his dream, and saw another girl in his life, Hedwig. He got up and let her in.
"Hello there girl, have you got a letter for me. You know I miss our little games we played at Hogwarts this year. Do you miss them also?"
Coooo.
"Ya I know they were great, so let me get this letter from you so that you can get a bite, and rest." And he took the letter off of her leg, and see that it was from Mrs. Weasley. Harry looked over at Hedwig, "How did you know she had a letter for me?"
Co.
"She called you? And you heard her? You know you are getting smarter all the time. Pretty soon, the whole world will be able to understand you."
Coooo.
"Thank you girl, that does make me, Hermione and Ginny kind of special."
Harry read the letter, while Hedwig ate, and then buried her head in her wing for a nap.
My Dear Harry:
Arthur and I can't thank you enough for the joy you have brought to us. The children are amazing They took to Fred, Luna, George and Angel right away.
We are all going to be there today, but only for a couple of hours, and then we are all going to Miracles and Magic, and maybe spend the night, so that the kids may enjoy more of the park.
We hope that you may join us, following the ceremonies, and join in on the fun.
You can give us your answer at the celebration.
Give our love to Hermione and Our Beloved daughter, and all who are with you.
Love your second mom and dad
Arthur and Molly
Harry got dressed, and went to Ginny's room, to see if she was awake. He knocked twice, but got no answer, so he opened the door, and saw her bed made and the room empty. He then went to Hermione's room with the same results. He headed downstairs to find everyone in the kitchen eating breakfast.
"Why didn't someone wake me up?"
Ginny answered his question, "We tried, but you seemed to be having a dream, and were laying there with a smile on your face, and thought you might not want to be disturbed, so we let you sleep in. Who were you dreaming about, darling?"
"What would be the correct question? I was dreaming about the French Riviera, and the nude beaches, if you must know." which brought all of the faces up to look at his.
"I dreamed of this Brunette and redhead sitting there, getting all the attention of the men there, and the women getting upset. Then this man with Raven hair with a wild wind look to it, sat between the two beauties, and received kisses from both the women, and all the men on the beach let out a loud moan, and and went off to find the leftovers. I pitied the guys, as they had to settle for second best, as the raven seemed to get the cream of the crop."
Hermione and Ginny looked at each other, and Hermione said, "We are going to have to check this theory out. I don't know about Ginny, but I would like to see if a Brunette will be good enough to gather all the attention."
Ginny replied, "Not alone you want, remember there was a Brunette and a redhead there, so we have to cover both bases, for your findings to be factual."
This banter drew laughs from the others sitting around the table.
Harry just noticed that Tim was with them this morning, and Aunt Petunia had a distinct glow to her this morning, and could only guess as to what went on between the two. "Good morning Tim, Good to see you bright and early this morning, Did you just get here?"
Tuney turned bright red, but Tim seemed to take it in stride and said, "No, as a matter of fact, Tuney and I got in rather late last night, and she asked me to stay here for the night, I hope you don't mind Harry."
"Tim, Aunt Petunia lives here as well as every one else, as long as they do, they can have over anyone they care to without asking. So whether I cared or not is of no significance. But to answer your question, I am happy Tuney has met someone that is making her feel like a woman again. I have never seen her so lively, so alert, so girly."
Tuney faked a frown at Harry and told him, "I am not girly. I am motivated to achieve a certain aire, so that my significant others, will notice the change in my attitude."
"Who are you, and why did you steal Hermione's brain?" asked Harry. He received a good swat to the head from said girl, which really hurt.
They all got up, as it was time for them to go.
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The celebration was fantastic, and was presided over by Lily and Hagrid. They had tried to make this day a legal holiday, but Harry would have none of it. Harry settled for Aug 11 as the holiday, and asked that it be called Alliance Day, in commemoration of the reinstatement of the Alliance of the light nearly one year ago, or if that was not acceptable, Unification Day. Unification Day was chosen, and became an official holiday for the British Commonwealth. Harry did not want his name tied up with it at all.
A great time was had by all who attended, but Harry and the girls decided they would have more fun at Miracles and Magic, and decided to join Arthur, Molly and the kids plus Fred, Luna, George, Angel, Dobby, Luna, Ron, Parvati, Draco, Susan, Dudley and Lisa.
Kevin, Warren, Naomi and Leo, were floored by the splendor of Miracles and Magic. Harry had given them each 200 Pounds for spending money, and by the time they left, they still had 200 pounds each. Every time they went to by something, someone else was there to pay for it.
To say that they had fun, would have been an insult to the four young ones. They were so into the park, they were not ready to give it up for the evening, but were promised that they would still be here in the morning, so that the kids could return and enjoy them selves some more.
The four shared a room, as there were limited rooms available, even for the owners of the facility. Harry promised himself, he would make sure this would not happen again, and the next day, he had contacted a contractor to build a house for the use of his family members, when they visited the park. They stayed at the park until Three PM, and then traveled to Diagon Alley, so that the kids could see Weasley's Wizarding Wheezes, in it's full glory. They rode the tubes for about 20 minutes, the Chairs for about an hour, and left the shop with two bags each filled with WWW Gadgets, Trinkets and candy. Naomi even got a Pygmy Puff she named Penny. All four left, each still carrying 200 pounds in their pockets. When everyone arrived back at the Burrow, the four sat down, and Naomi and Leo were crying. Not for sorrow. When Harry asked why they were crying, Naomi answered, "Harry, two days ago, we only dreamed of the things we did today. You made those dreams a reality, plus you gave us something we never had. a family that loves us. Not just a mom and dad, but cousins and aunts and uncles. That is why we are crying, not because we are spoiled and want more, but because we don't know what we did to deserve this. This is every child's dream, but we are living it. I , or should I say we, didn't know how to thank you." She ran to Harry and threw her arms around him and cried on his shoulder. She did not break her hug for 5 minutes, and then she whispered in his ear, "Thank you, so, so, much Harry, as this is perfect."
"You're welcome sweetheart, so, so, much."
Molly said next, as she was clearing the tears out her eyes, "As tomorrow is Saturday, what do we propose to do?"
Hermione popped up, "Arthur, or dad if I may, Have you ever went to the cinema, to see a movie?"
Arthur's eyes got as big as Hedwig's, "No, Hermione, but it is on my to do list."
"There you go Molly, that is what's planned for tomorrow, and if I'm not mistaken, it will be the kids treat. How's that sound guys?"
All four kids were now in an embrace with the five grown ups. Ginny, Harry and Hermione agreed to spend the night, and all sitting at the table thought about the two days events and the upcoming weekend. Naomi was sitting there petting Penny, the pygmy puff, listening to it purr. She had always wanted a big family, and now, she was apart of the biggest family you could ever ask for. Life was perfect for this young lady and her brothers.
