The first time he knew about the marauders being animagus he had known he wanted to be as well. Before them the only one he knew of was Minerva who appeared in class as a cat first day. He found both Severus and Lucius were but well after they were done school, and so had his Papa. It seemed a good trait either for pranksters or spies to have. Lucius told him both he and Severus were forms of snakes, and his Papa was an Irish setter. Harry wondered if he would be a dog like his Papa and his Uncle but was reminded it had a lot to do with their personality. Lucius and Severus were both true Slytherins, James was noble and proud like a stag, the Black brothers were both stubborn but loyal to the bone to their loved ones like dogs. He never knew how any one trusted Peter, his form said it all.

Harry drank it wondering if he would be some kind of bird or dog, or something else. He wanted to learn his form for there would be no doubt he was safe. He knew deep down the shifters wouldn't hurt him on a full moon but there was still fear. He knew even among non shifters he would be safe in animal form.

Remus watched in awe as Harry transformed into a beautiful sable colored timber wolf. "I thought a dog."

Lucius smiled."Severus always said he was more your son then a Black."

As his son turned back Remus knew if he had stood next to Harry when they were both in wolf form, there would be no doubt they were father and son. He knew how right it felt and for Remus it was just more proof his son belonged here. As much as he loved Harry and wanted to bring him he had been wrong. Harry loved quidditch and had loyal friends not to mention school He had worried Harry may never feel safe here but as absurd as it sounded he was no longer worried.

Harry turned back and he was beaming with happiness when he looked at his dad. He would have been happy with nearly any form including a bird as it would be cool to fly, but he was over the moon. He may not be a werewolf but he would feel more like he belonged among them.

Harry went into his arms. "I am a wolf like you."

Remus kissed Harry on his head." You are truly my pup; you look like me when I turn. I guess we know what you will look like............."

His voice trailed off when he knew how it sounded. Like with Silver he never wanted Harry to think he had to become a wolf because he didn't. Remus couldn't help but want it as being a wolf was such a part of him. He knew though Harry had a chance at a true life out of the woods when he was seventeen and safe again. He hadn't missed how Harry and Lucius were together. Harry would always be welcome here even when an adult even if not bitten. Lucius had always been and he was not a son of the pack. He knew it would be easier as a shifter, but he knew what he was asking of his son if Harry didn't remain here.

Harry cut in."I know it is my choice and you would never force me, I know. I also understand how you can want me to be one of you."

It was Fenrir who was with them who answered." You are one of us even if not a wolf. I turned your dad as I thought it was the only way to get him home."

The pack may be a family but not by human laws and back then wolves had no rights. The pack mourned not only the couple but their infant son they never thought to know again but Fenrir would not have it. He was so sure no human couple could ever want to raise a wolf so bit him underestimating just how much the Lupins loved him. John Lupin had not only not abandoned his son but he had picked up where Abraxas left off when he died as an advocate for wolves.

Fenrir smiled." You have only been with us a short time but I have a feeling you would have done both your human and wolf grandparents proud."

Lucius thought he would lighten the mood. "Well it is a good thing I have a few more days to shop. My brother can't out do me for your birthday."

Fleur and Gabrielle would be coming and Severus would bring Draco down if he could. Remus felt bad they couldn't bring the twins or Hermione just yet for him but Harry didn't mind. He had never had a birthday before and he was just happy he could have it with his dad.

Remus couldn't agree more."I haven't had you for a birthday since you were a year old. And I didn't know you were mine back then."

Albus was not happy about this and had no idea why it was an issue. The marauders were both dead and he couldn't think of any one else who would want to see him. Molly and Arthur had made it clear their kids had been in too much danger, and they would not allow them to be friends with Harry. He thought it was foolish now the war was over but the betrayal of one of his best friends would make Harry more pliable. It seems Tonks and her mom had taken Harry's adoption by Sirius as heir seriously and insisted they have him for his birthday.

Moody and Severus had been sent to the house to collect him for two days. He couldn't have Andromeda petition Cornelius or she would learn with Remus dead she had custody of Harry. He could only imagine if the woman ever found out he was Regulus' son, and a true Black.

Severus appeared. "Harry is gone."

Albus turned to look at the twins who were the only red heads there. "Where is he?"

The twins had of course rescued him once but they had no idea this time. Albus missed the look between Severus and Moody but the twins had not. Moody was not even known to Harry for his aid he had given them. He was close to the marauders and Tonks so he had been happy to help.

Albus went to leave but he called. "I will find him and I will know if any of you had a hand in this.'

Severus smirked at him. "The good for nothing little brat has run out of importance. Now if you will excuse me, I have a nephew and potions waiting.'

Albus knew Severus could care less about Harry even if he loved Lily like a sister. He wasn't sure that would change if he had known Harry was Remus' son, but he would never find out about it. He would find Harry no matter what, he had done too much to control him before, and he would not lose him now.

Fred turned to look at Moody. "I don't know why or how but you and Severus know where Harry is? You know we would never betray him."

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