A/N: Wazzup? split up sections at the start of chapter with abbreviations so it hopefully makes more sense. CR Common Room, DO Dumbledore's Office

Chapter 14 – Explanations and revelations.

"You wanted to see me sir?" Harry walked into Dumbledore's office. The headmaster was hunched over a desk, writing. He looked up when Harry came closer and beckoned for him to sit down.

"The first reason I called you here, Harry…" Dumbledore began. "Is about your Occlumency training. Snape has told me that you have made barely acceptable progress in your mind defences."

Harry scoffed loudly. "He's just sore because I sent him skidding across the floor when he tried to enter my mind."

"Yes. Well. To that end I would like to congratulate you on succeeding in making proper defences and exceeding so well and I shall award twenty points to Gryffindor for your efforts." Dumbledore finished. It wasn't that much to Harry. He didn't really care about the cup anymore but still, twenty added while one hundred and twenty was taken away. That's a bit unfair.

CR

"So let me get this straight." Tonks said, obviously confused. "You want to go out with Harry. As well as me?" Both she and Hermione had moved into their dorm for a bit of privacy.

"Yes." Hermione answered simply.

"But what about Ron?"

"Oh please." Hermione laughed. "That boy's head is stuck so far up his own arse, I wouldn't be surprised if he could taste his tonsils. And people expect us to get together. Are they mad?"

"I can't say I disagree with you on that point but, why Harry?" Tonks asked.

"Well. He's nice and thoughtful. He always put others first. I've had a bit of a crush since I kissed him in the third year but was too afraid he'd hate me if I said anything." Tonks just nodded along, agreeing as Hermione spoke. "Also, I'm sure you've noticed, but, he's become quite handsome lately."

"True. But still. I'm not too sure about this. I'm not too willing to share."

"Please. I wouldn't be forceful or intrusive. I'd do everything how you wanted it and if you told me to leave I would." Hermione said.

"Wouldn't you just tell on us?" Tonks asked, not convinced.

"Huh? Oh right. Not really. I mean physically it's a bit of an extreme relationship but… I wouldn't say anything unless you two said I could. I wouldn't want to loose Harry as a friend. It's just… I don't know how to explain. I'm sorry I asked at all. I should just drop it. Harry's happy with you and I don't really have a chance with him, do I? I just thought… maybe… well… It could be fun?" She added pleadingly.

"I never thought I'd here you say that about something over then reading. But I suppose if you were to take it slowly, it might be alright. I mean, at our pace. It could be good, yeah." Before Hermione got too excited Tonks added "I'd have to ask Harry first and see what he feels about all this. I'm not making any promises. O.K.?"

"Alright. Thanks Tonks." Hermione picked up her book and walked out leaving a still slightly unsure Tonks to ponder her situation.

DO

"The second matter, Harry, is regarding your Metamorphagus skills. I have been thinking and I think that it might be best if we were to remove them via a ritual." Dumbledore had said. Harry hadn't taken it as well as he had hoped

"What? Why? It's going to be a great help against Voldemort and you want to get rid of it?" Harry yelled

"Please Harry. This power could be a danger to you and people around you."

"How?"

"I wouldn't expect you to understand such things." Dumbledore said.

"Of course I don't. You haven't given me a reason."

"Harry, this is for the greater good."

"Stop avoiding giving me a reason." Harry yelled. His anger was rising sharply every time Dumbledore opened his mouth.

"Harry, think what could happen to your friends if you don't comply." Dumbledore said calmly. The twinkle in his eye had left some time ago.

"How am I supposed to think about what could happen when you haven't told me?"

"Harry, calm down." Dumbledore said. Harry was now standing up, glaring at Dumbledore. "I know what I'm doing, Harry. I only have the pupil's best interests in mind."

"You obviously don't. I'm leaving. Goodnight, Professor." Harry spat out the last bit.

"Harry, please reconsider." Dumbledore started. "It could be fatal for you if I must force you into the ritual." Harry said nothing. He left Dumbledore's office, slamming the door behind him. Dumbledore sighed. He would have to call in a few favours to deal with this setback.

CR

Tonks and Hermione had been talking for a little while after Tonks agreed to talk to Harry. They were still talking when Harry stalked into the common room and sat down on a chair, scowling at the fire.

"What's wrong Harry?" Tonks asked.

"Dumbledore."

"Why? What's he done?" Hermione put in.

Harry turned to look at Tonks. "He wants me to get rid of my powers."

"What?!" Tonks shot up.

"Powers?" Hermione asked. "What powers?"

Harry looked torn for a second before turning to Hermione. "O.K. I'll tell you but promise you won't take Dumbledore's side."

"Alright. I promise." Hermione answered without a moments thought. "But what is it."

"I'm… I'm a Metamorphagus." Harry said, quietly so no one else could hear."

"Really? Since when?" Hermione was obviously a little confused but her joy at the news overwhelmed it entirely.

"Well. When Tonks was training me over the summer, we kinda' found out and practised it." Harry said, not looking at Tonks during the explanation. He still thought Hermione didn't know. He then told them both what Dumbledore had said.

"Well what Dumbledore said was bullshit." Harry looked up, surprised. Hermione had never sworn so loudly before, if ever. "Metamorphagus changes are controlled entirely by internal magic. No magic ever escapes. It's no danger whatsoever."

"So it's just Dumbledore being controlling." Tonks said, sitting down next to Harry and placing a hand on his shoulder. "We'll help you with him, Harry. Don't worry."

"Thanks, Dora." Harry said, resting a head on her shoulder. Hermione shot Tonks a 'tell him' look and got up.

"I have to go to the library quickly. See you two later." With that, Hermione walked off towards the portrait of the fat lady. Tonks and Harry spent the next ten minutes kissing until Tonks finally decided to get it over with.

"So Harry… How do you feel about Hermione?"

"She's a good friend, why?"

"Well. What do you think about her, physically?"

Harry seemed a bit confused but carried on anyway. "Truthfully, I suppose she's quite attractive now. Beautiful, even.

"Mmm." Tonks carried on, trying not to be too obvious. "Any… romantic feelings… at all?"

"O.K. Tonks. Where are you going with this? Because I'm not cheating on you if that's what this is about."

"No. No. It's just. Do you have any romantic feelings at all?"

"Well. I suppose I did have a crush on her for a while. But that went away after I got together with you." Harry said, kissing her cheek. "So seriously. Why all the questions?"

"Well. How do you feel about being her boyfriend… as well as mine?" Tonks asked, wincing in case he yelled at her. He didn't.

"What?" Harry said, quite calmly.

"Well… umm… I… O.K. … Hermione knows who I really am." Tonks said, quickly.

"I see. But how does this…"

"Well. She asked if maybe she could go out with you as well. For a while."

"Hmm. That's a bit awkward. And she managed to convince you?"

"Not completely. I mean a little. She said it would be at our pace and if we said no at any point she would just stop. I mean it could be fun." Tonks repeated what Hermione had said, smiling hopelessly

"Well. If you're alright with it then I guess I am too." Harry said, plainly

"Really?"

Harry nodded. "Yeah. Whatever makes you happy."

"Great. I mean. It wouldn't hurt to see what it's like."

"One thing though." Harry said

"What?"

"We need to tell people about us before the end of the school year." Harry said, looking into Tonks eyes. "We can't really afford to get blackmailed by someone against us, can we?"

"True. I guess, it's for the best. We tell Mrs. Weasley last though."

"Of course." Tonks grabbed hold of Harry and pulled him into a strong hug.

"I love you." She said before kissing him.

"I know."

When Harry and Tonks had told Hermione what they had decided, Hermione dived into both of them and hugged them. She then pulled back quickly and straightened herself out and muttered a mumbled "Sorry" before smiling again at the two of them. The three of them walked down to the great hall together, Harry holding onto both Tonks' and Hermione's hands to make a point. When they got to the Great hall, they sat down at the Gryffindor table. Ginny came up to Harry.

"Oh, what? Is she your girlfriend too now, then?" She asked, sarcastically.

"Well, yes. I suppose she is." Harry answered. Hermione blushed a little at Harry's quick acceptance. Ginny let out an irritated huff and ran off out of the great hall. Harry shrugged his shoulders and started to put food on his plate. Ron was sitting across from him, a murderous look in his eyes and his face red with anger. Harry didn't notice it and started to eat.

The day's lessons passed quickly and Harry was sitting in the common room when Ron came up to him.

"Harry, mate, can I talk to you for a moment?" Ron asked, his fists clenched up.

"Sure."

"Alright, come with me quickly." Ron led Harry out of the common room and down the school until they reached Myrtle's bathroom. Ron went inside and Harry followed. When he got in, Harry turned to face Ron.

"O.K. Ron. What's this all about?"

"How could you do this to me?" Ron shouted suddenly.

"What?"

"You knew that Hermione was mine!" Ron wasn't calming down at all.

"Is that what this is about?" Harry asked, getting annoyed. "Hermione has never belonged to anyone, Ron."

"Yes she has and she's supposed to be with me. You know that."

"Hermione can make her own choices." Harry said, starting to raise his voice. "You can't force her to be yours."

"I can and I will!" Ron shouted, "Why did you take her?" He added in desperation.

"I didn't, Ron. She wanted to be with me." Harry said, quietly.

"You liar. She's mine. Not yours." Ron yelled.

"Look. Ron. I don't care what you say. Hermione wanted to be with me. You can't change how someone thinks. You know what? I'm leaving. Don't speak to me again until you can properly respect a woman's rights." Harry turned to leave the bathroom. Just as he was about to walk out, a blow caught him hard on the back of the head. He fell onto the cold bathroom tiles, darkness forming around his eyes.

"-rry. Harry, wake up."

"Ngh." Harry tried to open his eyes. The blinding light forced them shut again and alerted him to the painful throbbing sensation in his head.

"Tonks! He's waking up!"

"Harry? Harry, can you hear me?" Tonks' voice echoed in his head. He forced his eyes to stay open until they could focus properly. The focus slowly returned and Harry could make out the faces of Tonks and Hermione above him.

"What happened Harry?" Hermione asked. "Are you alright?"

Harry shook his head. "That bastard!" He managed to get out.

"O.K." Tonks said, chuckling a bit, "Not the answer we were looking for. Mind explaining?

Harry sat up, ignoring the pain in his back. He looked around. He was still in Myrtle's bathroom. "How'd you find me?" He asked, mumbling slightly.

"Well…" Hermione said, wincing slightly as she said "We used the marauders map." She brought out the map and turned it off. "So what did happen?"

"Ron. Must have hit me. My back was turned. Ugh… my head hurts." Harry added.

"Ron? Why?" Hermione asked.

"Can't remember all of it but. Said I'd stolen you from him. He got angry and I went to leave. That's when I blacked out." Harry said.

"That prat!" Shouted Tonks, helping Harry up to his feet. "I'll ring his neck."

"What did he mean by 'stolen'?" Hermione asked.

"Well. It's quite obvious that Ron likes you. Apparently he took it as far as to believe you belonged to him." Harry explained

"That prat!" Hermione shouted. "He has no respect for women."

"That's what I told him. Come on, let's get out of here." Harry said, walking out of the bathroom door.

Over the next month or so, things settled into a new form of normal. Ron had been officially adopted by the Slytherins and spent most of his time with Draco Malfoy. Harry had organized the tryouts and selected the players for the Gryffindor team.

Hermione seemed to be quite shy around Harry now. Something that Harry decided he wanted to change. She was getting better and while she never started a kiss with Harry or Tonks, she was now happy to continue one that they started, even in a public place.

Ginny seemed to be more accepting that Harry wasn't with her. She'd stopped using love potions, anyway. Halloween was only a week away and the whole school was getting ready for the celebrations.

A/N: Yeah. That's that done with. Seeing as I don't like Ron as a character much, he's probably not going to come to his senses. He'll still be in the story but not as a main character. He wasn't really one to begin. He will be later, maybe. One chapter. Ish.

Anyway, next chapter is Halloween and some bad things are gonna' happen! Not sure whether it's danger bad or relations bad. Still. Bad.

Till next time.

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