Simply Irresistible Keeperoliver Chapter 21

A/N: This chapter is dedicated to Raven. She knows who she is. I wasn't going to go this way, but I did leave it open in case I changed my mind. I know I have done it in the past, but I am trying to find so many ways to get it done, and sound feasible. With that being said, here is to Raven. As always, Ollie the Keeper.

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"SON OF A BITCH! THE MANGY MOLD GOAT HAS DONE IT AGAIN." Harry yelled out.

Luna sat bolt upright in the bed, ready to draw her wand. "Wazzit? Uhhh." She sat up to fast and got dizzy and collapsed back to the bed.

After a second to recollect her thoughts, Luna turned to Harry, "Sweetheart, are the nightmares coming back?"

"No, Luna, not nightmares, those freakin' hints he keeps tossing me."

"Who keeps tossing you hints Harry? This is all very strange."

"Dumbledore. He keeps giving those stupid hints that I have to sit and figure out. When am I going to be free of those damn things. It took me all night to figure this one out. I don't mind the loss of sleep, but to have to think all night makes me that much more tired when it is time to get up." He looked out the window and saw the sunlight. "SHIT! It is time to get up. Damn it to hell. Come on sweet heart, we have a lot to do in order for this to work."

"I am not going anywhere until you tell me what the heck is going on."

"Luna, yesterday when I lost the images of my family, Albus showed up, remember?"

"Yes, so how did that keep you from sleeping last night, and got you so riled this morning?"

"Albus always talked in codes, making me think about what needed to be done. Never gives me the full information directly. It was so aggravating. Now he has done it again."

"Harry, what did he do. He said all of what 25 words? He couldn't have caused you a night sleep over that few words."

"Wanna bet? He can do it with two words. OHH, he's good."

"Please tell me what he said that caused you to think on it all night?" Luna begged for an answer.

"OK, do you remember any thing he said yesterday?"

"Barely, it didn't make much sense."

"Exactly my point. Why say anything if it didn't make sense. That caused me to thinking. He said "Strange thing magic Harry. It works in mysterious ways. Before that he said that the magic of love was the strongest type of magic, and that it does not always work the way it is supposed to."

"Even if this was exactly what he said Harry, it still makes no sense."

"OH, but it does Luna my pet. It makes perfect sense if you think about it. What caused them to disappear?"

"I guess both Fred and Amanda professing their their love for each other."

"That's right, love. It was love that helped create the figures in the memorial in the first place, why would love take them away?"

Luna sat back and thought about what Harry said. If you put it that way, then some of what Professor Dumbledore said made sense. Which part she wasn't sure of, and what it meant was beyond her comprehension.

When Luna didn't answer, Harry continued. "It didn't take them away Love, They are still there, but not to return to the memorial. They are waiting to return to us. IN REAL LIFE!"

Once again Luna sat bolt straight up in the bed, this time staying up. "Are you saying that they can return to us in real life, Harry? Come back to the living? How is that possible?"

"Like Albus said, Luna. Love is the strongest type of magic. It's power is beyond anything else. No dark magic could ever beat the power of love. Look what happened to Tom, when he killed mum. He was defeated by a one year old baby. Love is the power behind a Patronus. Do you see now, what I am trying to say. There is no limit to what the magic of love can do. The more love behind the spell, the stronger the spell. I don't think anyone has ever realized that beside Albus Dumbledore. That was what he was trying to get me to understand. When I went to face Tom, the last thought on my mind was Ginny. Sorry love, but that is the truth. I never got to say goodbye to her. It was the first time that I acknowledged that I really loved her. It was this love, and the love of my mother and father that saved me when Tom hit me with the Killing Curse."

"If what you say is true Harry, how do we bring them back? You heard Albus say that they would never return to the Memorial again"

"That was what kept me up all night. Then just a while ago, it hit me. They will not return to the Memorial. They will be returning to us, in the flesh. We never tried to recall them, did we?"

"Well, yes we did Harry, right after they left the Memorial. But are you sure this is what he was trying to tell you? I hate to see you disappointed once again."

"I would rather be disappointed then to not try and possibly lose them forever. However, I think that everyone needs to be there for the full power of the love to be felt. That means Amanda has to be there as well."

"Harry, I have never doubted you in the past. I support all your ideas. I am not going to doubt you now. But, I feel if there is any who doubt your idea, it could work against us."

"I know, Luna, that is why we have to talk to everyone before we call for them. They have to believe in what we are doing for it to work. I think even Teddy and Andromeda have to be there to bring Remus and Tonks back. All of the Weasleys, Hermione and Richard. Professor McGonagall, and Flitwick. Hagrid, and Kreacher."

"Harry, Filius is not a professor anymore." Luna giggled.

"Remind to spank you later, you bad girl."

"Is that a promise, Harry."

"You're getting kinky in your new life, Luna, do you know that?"

"Is that a bad thing?"

"I'll tell you later as I am spanking you."

"Then, I look forward to it. Now let's get something to eat, and then get them all together. I think Kingsley should be a part of it as well."

They headed down to the kitchen after showering and getting dressed. Harry asked Kreacher to come with them when they left to talk with the rest. Kreacher just nodded his head, Happy to be a part of Harry's plan.

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Kingsley and Narcissa gathered all the people Harry contacted and brought them to his private conference room.

Amanda sat next to Harry, wondering why he asked her to come. Robert sat to here right, also wondering why they were there. She had grown to love magic when she first discovered it, then after yesterday, she hated it. Losing Fred the way they did turned her away from it.

Harry stood when everyone was seated. "Thank you all for coming on such short notice. To start with, can anyone tell me what aggravated you the most about Albus Dumbledore?"

Harry heard a laugh from the down the table. He saw Minerva laughing. Some how he knew it would be her to know what he was talking about. "Minerva, do you wish to share your thoughts with us?"

"Sorry Mr. Potter, you just got me thinking is all."

"About what?"

"Albus had the way of making a statement that made no sense at all, until one thought about it for a long time. It drove me bonkers trying to figure out what he was getting at. If you want to know the truth, I kind of miss it."

"Minerva is quite right. Albus left a lot of people scratching their head after one of his briefings. We all knew that he just told us something we needed to know, but had to figure it out on our own." Filius added.

"Thank you both very much. Minerva, Sirius' faith in you was well founded. That is exactly what I am talking about. He had a tendency to tell you half a story, then give you a hint as to what he was trying to get across. Like Minerva said it was a pain in the arse trying to figure out what he was getting at. Sorry Molly, didn't mean to cuss in front of you." He was surprised by her response.

"Harry if you heard some of my comments after we left one of his order meetings, you would never think highly of me again." This caused Arthur to bust out laughing. Minerva and Molly joined him, and then of all people Kingsley joined in. All ex members of the order.

Harry had to ask, "I take it you all had the same experience?"

The four just laughed and nodded their heads. Once they settled down, Harry continued, "With that in mind, Albus is still doing it. Yesterday, when we lost the figures of my family and friends, Albus showed up again with another one of his famous half thoughts. He said, 'Weird thing magic, Harry. It works in mysterious ways.' He said this after he told me that the magic of love is the strongest magic there was, and that it did not always work the way it is expected.' Those two lines kept me up all night, trying to figure out what he was trying to tell me, with out telling me."

Minerva broke out in laughter once again. "It's good to see I am not the only one that let Albus get under my skin. Damn he was good at that."

Harry joined her in laughter as well. "Too good if you ask me. But after a night of no sleep, it struck me this morning, what he was trying to tell me." He was interrupted by Luna at this point.

"You should have heard him. He about scared the pee out of me. 'SON OF A BITCH. THAT MANGY OLD GOAT DID IT AGAIN!' Harry shouted. I thought we were under attack."

The whole room was now laughing at Luna's antics. When things finally settled, Minerva asked, "So what pray tell was he trying to tell you Harry."

All of a sudden, Harry became very somber. "What I have to tell you all, is going to sound unbelievable, but if just one of us doubts what I say, it may not work."

Since Ginny was there, she was the first to shout, "OF COURSE, HE WAS TRYING TO TELL US THAT WE CAN BRING THEM BACK. ISN'T THAT IT HARRY?"

"Can anyone see why I love this girl? She is so brilliant. Yes Ginny, that was exactly what he was trying to tell me. When I asked him what happened to them and if they would be back, all he said was, 'The panes will never work for them again Harry.' That with the rest of what he said didn't make any sense at first, until I broke down each comment, and pieced together what I came up with. They can never use the panes again because when called again, they will bypass the panes and join us in the flesh. Love is the greatest and strongest magic there is. It will take all of our love for this to work. If there are any doubts about it working, then it will not work. So, I ask you all, do you want to see our friends and family again, in the flesh?"

The shouts of approval filled the room.

"Is there any of us with doubts about it working, please tell me know. This will only work if we all believe. Hermione, I know for a fact that you have never found anything in all the books you have read to substantiate bringing the dead back to life. Do you have doubts about this working?"

Hermione had been thinking about what Harry said. Nowhere is there any account of bringing the dead back to life. Then she remembered what Professor Dumbledore once told her. 'Because you haven't read it Miss Granger, does not mean it doesn't exist.' Of course this was in reference to Luna's imaginary creatures, but what he said made sense. There has to be a lot about magic that hasn't been written. It is like technology. Just because it can't be done now, doesn't mean it won't be done in the future. After much thought, and seeing the things Harry has been able to accomplish she replied, "Harry, if anyone else had asked me to believe this, I would have laughed at the absurdity of it. Not you though. If you say it will be done, then I agree with you. Love is much more powerful than can be explained."

Harry smiled at his half sister. "If that doesn't convince everyone that it can be done, then there is no way I can ever convince you. Now, are there any here who doubt we can do it?"

Rather than a meek no, or a tiny I have my doubts reply, he got a raucous, "NO!"

They then made their way to the Memorial where they all took a place around the one segment of it where they expected the six to come out. Harry stepped forward and tapped his wand, asking for all in this portion to step out and join friends and family. Not realizing what he said, the memorial began to glow. Brighter and brighter it shined. So bright that everyone present had to protect their eyes against blindness. Not just the segment he touched lit up. The whole memorial became as bright as the sun. Then people began walking through the panes from all sections to stand and look around at where they were.

Xenophilius was there with a photographer taking pictures of the event. He was there at the wish of his daughter so that he could capture the people that would be coming through. He looked to his daughter. "I thought you said only six would be coming ou... SELENA. OH MY LORD! IS THAT REALLY YOU?"

Luna looked over and saw her mother walk through to join the rest of the bewildered people. Selena turned and saw Xeno and Luna running towards her. She Held out her arms and the three fell into a group hug.

Harry smiled at the reunion, then was hit with a mouth full of feathers. He almost fell when one of the most beautiful sights he ever saw landed on his shoulder to peck at his ears in love. "Hedwig my sweet precious baby. Oh I missed you so much."

Then Harry was almost tackled as something hit him around the legs.

"Harry Potter sir, Dobby is so happy to see you sir. This is the happiest day of Dobby's life."

Harry was so overcome with joy, he missed Amanda and Fred's reunion. Along with George, Molly, Ginny, Arthur, and the rest of the Weasleys. He also missed the reunion of Richard's with his dad and uncle. What he did see was Dudley run across and pull Lily and James into a hug calling out, "Harry it's Aunt Lily and Uncle James."

Harry tried to get up, when another tiny thing hit him. Teddy ran over and hugged him. "Unca Arry. Hi." Then Teddy looked up and recognized the next two to come out. "MA! DA!"

Tonks came over and knelt down in front of Teddy holding her arms out. At first hesitant, Teddy gave in and ran to his mum. Tears were filling Tonks eyes as she held her son. "Oh my little Teddy Bear, how I missed you so." They were joined by Remus, who pulled them into a hug, then he looked over to Harry and told him thank you. Harry could see that Remus was in the same condition as Tonks. Then Harry was unable to see anything as a big black dog came running across the floor and jumped on him, licking his face. "Pads, get off me before you make Luna and Ginny jealous."

The dog backed off, and transformed back to Sirius who properly hugged Harry. They were joined by Lily and James, who had just broken loose of Dudley's clutches. It didn't last long however, as Dudley joined in the mass hug. Harry looked up and almost passed out, as none other than Albus Percival Wilfric Brian Dumbledore stepped through the portal. He was immediately pulled into a hug by Minerva. He looked down at Harry and said. "AH Harry it's good to be back. It is good to see you were receptive to my little riddle. I hoped you would know that there was a hidden meaning to it."

Minerva hit him in his arm, causing him to laugh out loud and say, "It's good to see you also my love."

Minerva blushed at his words, but held a huge smile on her face. Unbeknownst to all gathered, they had been in love with each other for twenty years. Albus got over his past Bisexuality. It is apparent that death changes people.

As the word spread throughout the Ministry, the crowd around the Memorial became larger and larger, with so much happiness being shared that no work was to get done that day, or for the rest of the week.

It was hours before Harry and his family were able to get away and share some time together. By this it is meant that The Weasley's, Lupins, Tonks (Ted Included), Blacks (Narcissa and Kingsley included) and Hermione and Richard with Fabian, and Gideon Pruitt, with their wives all were there. Potter Manor had not held this many people in a long time. Dobby and Kreacher worked in the kitchen along with Molly, to prepare a meal for everyone. They were joined by Tonks, Andy and Cissa . Luna came in as well, but only to dance with Kreacher, who laughed as she danced all around the floor with her partner. They laughed when Cissa grabbed Dobby and danced around the floor with him. Partners were switched and Andy and Molly danced with Dobby and Kreacher as well with the ladies.

Harry left his mum and dad to see where Luna went, and when he saw what she was doing, he turned around and took his mum's hand and led her to the kitchen, where he shared a dance with her. Somehow the meal got finished and served. Then after clean up, the dancing continued in the whole first floor as everyone got in on it.

Harry heard Teddy laugh and saw him between Tonks and Remus as they danced.

Harry had to step back and witness all the love that was being shared in the room. He saw Fred and Amanda sharing an intimate moment as well as Richard and Hermione. Ginny and Dobby were dancing as were Luna and Kreacher. Sirius was dancing with a black haired woman he didn't recognize. Kingsley and Cissa were dancing, as were Albus and Minnie. Molly and Arthur, Ron and Lavender, George and Verity. It was amazing at all he was witnessing. Then Ginny entered his vision and said to him, "Sir, would you care to share a dance with me. My partner was stolen from my grasp, and I am in need of a partner." He looked up to see that Cissa and Kingsley had pulled Dobby in to share their dance. Harry took Ginny's hand and led her out to the floor and managed to find room to just sway to the music.

As they danced, Harry held his head next to her ear, "This is so amazing, isn't it Gin?"

"What, our dance or the crowd?" She grinned.

He looked into her eyes which turned her legs into jello. "Both. If someone were to cast a spell in here right now, with all the love that is in the air, even a lumos would appear to be a super nova. Can't you just feel it?"

"All I can feel is the love I have for you Harry. And Luna as well. I know it is different for you having your mum and dad back. But I can sense the magic coming from everyone here. This is the way it should have been all along. I do regret one thing though."

Harry looked at Ginny with a questioning face.

"Harry, You got your mum and dad back, and that is great. But Neville's mum and dad are still in St. Mungo's."

Harry's frown caused Ginny to regret bringing it up. "Harry, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to spoil your evening. It's just that Neville has been so kind and gentle, yet strong and resourceful, he deserves to have his parents back as well."

Harry held Ginny to him and said, "Ginny, I know how you feel. In all the happiness that fills this room, I forgot that Frank and Alice were not a part of this joy. I wish I knew what I could do to help him and his parents."

"I know you do Harry, I can feel it in your heart, the sincerity of your words." she leaned into him and kissed him showing him her love.

This was the way that Lily found her son and his mate. She put her arms around them both. "So my son is in love, and with another red head. It must be our charming personality. You must be Ginevra, Molly's youngest daughter. It's been seventeen years since I last saw you. Oh the look on Molly's face when she showed you off to everyone in the order. The first daughter born to a Weasley in seven generations."

Harry blushed as he made his reply. "Mum, I love Ginny very much. But she is not the only love of my life. LUNA, could you come here please?" Lily watched as a beautiful young blond walked across the floor to join them. Just by looking into her eyes. She knew who she was,

"You're Selena and Xeno's daughter. I remember the first time I saw you also. Your father could walk on ceilings after you were born. Selena and I were friends in school, and I saw the look in her eyes every time she saw your dad walk by. She told me that one way or the other, she was going to get her man. It look's like her plan worked."

"Hello mum. Yes they are my parents, and thanks to my wonderful boyfriend, we are all back together again." And Luna kissed him full on the lips causing Lily to smile. She would talk to Harry later about his two girlfriends, and how he had to show them both how much he cared. She didn't know about their bond yet.

Harry then had a thought, "Mum, Ginny just brought up a situation that maybe you could help us with. You were friends with Frank and Alice Longbottom right?" Lily nodded her head. "Did you know the same night that you and dad were temporarily lost to me they were attacked as well?"

"WHAT?"

"They were. They were both subjected to the Crutiatus for more than fourteen minutes causing them to lose their minds."

"So, they are alright now then?" Lily added.

"Why would they be alright mum? They lost their minds. They are in St. Mungo's."

"But it can be so easily corrected. Luna dear, please get your mother for me, will you please?" Luna ran off to get her mum. Selena joined Lily with a hug and a kiss on the cheek. She also did this for Harry saying thank you to him.

"Selena, you remember Alice and Frank, don't you?"

"Of course Lils, she was one of our best friends after all. How are they by the way, and where are they?"

"St. Mungo's Selena. They were attacked the same night as James and I were. They lost their minds because of it."

"Why are they still in the hospital?"

"No one performed the cure on them."

"WHAT? That's absurd. It's so simple. Doesn't anyone know what it takes to bring back a person's memories?"

"Evidently not. One begins to wonder what they teach in med school anymore."

"Well, we will just have to do something about this, won't we Lils?"

"That we will Selena, That we will."