Chapter 25
Demeter was confused. Draco had informed him that they would be going out for a meeting. He didn't know why though. He didn't even know where they were going until they arrived in London with Ginny, Luna, Neville, Susan, Fred and George. From there they went to a door and were welcomed by a man before being lead to a room. When they arrived Demeter was very shocked to see his brother waltzing with a woman that was not Ginny. Not only that but there were others in the room he did not recognize.
"So you've arrived!" Came a male voice that had them all turn to see a large handsome and young looking man standing not far from them.
"Lord Bearson it is good to see you again." Draco stated in a polite voice.
"No Lord Draco, just Bearson and you must be Demeter correct. Harry has spoken to me about you and it's a pleasure to meet you." the man stated while shaking Demeters hand.
"Eh hello." He said weakly, still confused but then he noticed the fangs and his eyes went wide.
"Yes young Demeter I am a Vampire, Lord of England to be more precise and you are in my home. Your brother Harry is a good friend of mine and my council. I'm sure he will be able to explain to you why you have all be brought here." the man answered and Demeter was shocked out of his mind.
"We know why we were brought Bearson, you want to continue our training and to start Demeters." Ginny stated as she walked over to the man and gave his cheek a kiss.
"Ah the beautiful Ginny Weasley. Pleasure to see you beautiful face once more." Bearson stated as he kissed her hand.
"Um flattery will get you nowhere." Ginny stated causing everybody to laugh.
Soon Harry and the woman stopped their dance with a bow to each other or a curtsy for the woman and walked over. The moment Harry was in arms length Ginny threw her arms around his neck and kissed him causing Demeter to blush scarlet. He was not used to that display of affection with his brother. When they let go of each other Harry turned to him and gave him a one armed brotherly hug.
"It's great to see you brother mine, how are you doing?" He asked.
"I'm doing great although I'm confused. How do you know the Lord of England?" Demeter asked.
"Ah long story my dear brother one you will learn in time for now though I think introductions are in order. You have already met Bearson, now you will meet the lovely Annabeth, then we have Arcanus, Sophia, Estuce, Ellanore, Vendix and Elsa. All members of Bearson's main circle." Harry presented and with each name being called a different person stepped forward and Demeter tried to make sure that he placed the name with each person. "As for why you were brought here, one you are bounded with Draco and two, as my brother and 'the boy who lived' you must learn to protect yourself and understand the different cultures around you. Bearson has agreed to help you in that field and these people as well." Harry stated and Demeter was extremely shocked by that.
"We learned those things as well Demeter so you have nothing to worry about." Ginny said trying to reassure him and thankfully it worked.
"What will you guys be doing?" Demeter asked.
"Different things." Harry answered with a smirk yet causing his little brother to groan. He hated when his brother was so mysterious.
"Well then let us get started!" Annabeth announced and soon the group was split up, in the case of those bounded they were placed in the same room but for those not bonded they found themselves with different people. Harry was with Bearson, Ron was with Estuce and Hermione was with Sophia.
Harry smirked as he looked around the room he was currently in. It felt good being able to speak with Bearson again and he was sure it was going to be fun duelling him, especially with his elemental powers.
"So what will you lot be teaching my little brother?" Harry asked as they got into position.
"Well we were thinking of starting off like we did with the lot of you then we'll move up." Bearson answered as he pulled a sword out. He was about to take one for Harry but the boy already had a sword in his hands. "Where did you get that thing?"
"I made it. It's what us elemental call an elemental sword." Harry answered causing Bearson to nod.
"It's a pretty nice one." He stated causing Harry to smirk.
"Thanks now let us duel." Harry said and with that the duo started there fight.
Back with Demeter and Draco they both found themselves doing different things. Demeter was starting his lessons with Annabeth while Draco was continuing his hand to hand combat with Vendix.
"So em, where do we start?" Demeter asked yet Annabeth didn't say a word. She just observed him for a moment.
"We need to get started with the basics. First your posture. You had the same one Harry had when I got my hands on him. You need to sit as though you are relaxed. You can't be tensed all the time. Not only that but there are different ways to sit with different people. For instance if you are in the company of somebody extremely important such as Bearson and it's a very high class meeting then you would sit, back strait." Annabeth stated and with that she helped him by showing him how to sit. "You have to show respect and this does it."
For two hours the group of teens got back into the routine they had, with the exception of Demeter just starting. When everything was done though they all met and Harry bid his brother a good night then kissed Ginny and they were gone.
After that the group would meet at Bearson every weekend with some exceptions being those times Harry, Hermione and Ron had a game to play. Demeter was learning at a good rhythm and that made those teaching him happy. His manors and proper etiquette were brought up and now Draco made sure he practice every night at dinner. Lunch and breakfast were alright to relax and just eat like normal. That had earned a few stairs at first bit they soon dissipated. Now though Christmas was only a day away and Harry was getting ready. He would be going home for Christmas this year. Hermione and Ron would be staying at school though.
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"Damn it Sirius what the hell were you thinking, Lily will kill you if she learns her son has a this!" Remus shouted as he looked at Harry's gift.
"Who cares Remus, Harry has always wanted one." Sirius answered causing Remus to sigh.
"Fine, fine I'll try and smooth things over with her once she finds out." Remus grumbled causing Sirius to grin brightly.
"Glad to hear it." Sirius said in a very cheerful voice that caused Remus to shake his head.
"You are way to cheerful about this." He muttered.
"What is my dear second cousin to cheerful about?" Tonks asked as she bounced into the room causing Remus to chuckle. "Holly shit!"
"This is Harry's Christmas present and he is way to cheerful about being killed by Lily once she finds out that Sirius gave Harry a 'death trap'." Remus answered and Tonks giggled.
"Who cares about the murder Harry's present is the best!" Tonks exclaimed causing Remus to groan.
"What is it with all those with Black blood in their veins are they all crazy?" he muttered before leaving to make sure the house was ready for Harry's arrival. Kreacher was doing really well in making sure everything was fine.
The entire house was decorated in the Christmas cheer. Red, green, gold, silver and white. There was a large Christmas tree in the sitting room. There were all sorts of presents under the tree and the tree was decorated in all sorts of ways. Remus knew Sirius was happy and exited because it would be his first Christmas in Grimmauld place with Harry. Sirius was even more exited because today was the day Harry would be arriving.
"Hey what is this! Don't I get a greeting or am I just a hobo walking of the street into a house that can't be seen!" Came a shout from downstairs.
A grin formed on Remus' face at the sound of that voice, Harry had arrived and it seemed like he was in a good mood. Leaving the room he had to take a step back as Padfoot ran past him at full speed with Tonks right behind him. Both ran down the stairs and he heard a heavy thump fallowed by laughter. Shaking his head Remus made his way downstairs and found Harry on the ground with Padfoot on top of him licking his face. Harry was laughing while trying to push the big black dog off. At last he was able to.
"Merlin Sirius, you need a breath mint." He joked causing Remus to chuckle as he approached Harry and helped him up.
"It's good to see you Harry." He greeted and got a bright grin and a hug in return.
"So glad you are here Remus. Merlin I don't think I could survive with this one alone." Harry joked.
"Harry!" Tonks squealed and suddenly he was tackled in a hug by the bubbly pinkette.
"Tonks! It's great to see you again!" Harry cheered causing her to grin.
"I'm glad to see you again to kid, you've grown by the way." She remarked causing him to smirk.
"Not living with the Dursley's sure does help you know. Anyway how you guys doing?" He asked but just then Sirius transformed back into his human body.
"Before we start chatting and stuff let's get you settled in Harry." He said and that earned him a smile from the teen.
Swiftly the group went up to Harry's room and were all helping Harry unpack his things for his stay at Grimmauld. Thankfully it didn't take long and the four were soon in the sitting area talking about different things such as school, Hogwarts, work and what Sirius had been doing all alone for the first part of the school year. Thankfully the man hadn't blown the house up.
"So Harry anything new with your Grim Reapers?" Remus asked causing Harry to chuckle.
"Do you really think that you'll learn more Remus you remember last time you asked that question." Harry returned causing the man to sigh.
"It was worth a try, you lot are more secretive about the hole thing then the Order is." He said causing Harry to smirk.
"Well you do know that we are a very secretive group. So onto more cheerful things." Harry exclaimed wanting to get away from the dark stuff of his life.
"Righto Harry, well why don't we start with how is school?" Tonks asked causing Harry to grin.
"It's great, our Elemental Classes are really going great, while our Magical classes are as well. I think the teachers are getting a little frustrated with us though I am mean we are more advanced the other students in our years." Harry stated thoughtfully.
"Well you do have your knowledge from your old seventeen year old mind." Remus stated causing Harry to snort.
"Tell me about it. But still I think they went crazy about two months ago." Harry stated causing the three adults to frown.
"What happened?"
"Prank war between students and Professor. I don't think I would have ever seen Flitwick with head of hair like an afro and wearing disco clothing. It was quite horrifying." Harry said and there was a moment of silence before the group burst out laughing at the picture of the little Professor with a an afro and disco clothing.
"Um it's about getting time for diner, what do you guys want?" Sirius asked and for a moment they agreed.
"Chinese Food!" Harry cried eyes bright and of course, the adults couldn't deny him with his puppy dog face and so they ordered Chinese food with the help of the pay phone not far from Sirius's house.
When the food arrived Harry was excited to see chop sticks and so after putting the food containers all over the table they swiftly got to eating.
"Harry when is your next Quidditch match?" Sirius asked after swallowing a mouthful of noodles.
Harry thought about it for a moment before grinning.
"It's in a month time, the captain want's us to relax for a bit." Harry stated and Sirius gave a nod.
"Any free seats for your next match, I'd like to watch you." He stated.
"I could get three tickets." he stated causing the three adults to grin.
"You know Harry, I never actually saw you fly on your broom for a Quidditch match." Tonks said after thinking about it for a moment.
"Well then I'll get you some tickets, but you never know if I'm playing or not. I'm just a reserve." Harry stated.
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The next morning came fast and Harry was suddenly woken up by his dog of a godfather. Grunting he muttered something about neutering his godfather before pushing the dog off his bed. Padfoot whimpered and Harry shot him a glare.
"Why you wake me up?" He grumbled while rubbing an eye. Yet Sirius didn't answer him in human language just walked over and gave his face a lick before leaving the room and Harry alone. Blinking for a moment Harry shook his head before getting up and leaving the bedroom. Arriving downstairs he was met by a bubble Tonk's, who seemed to be bouncing off the walls, and a grinning Remus. "Okay you guys are way to happy for my liking."
"No need to look down Harry, it's Christmas Morning. Presents time!" Tonk's cheered causing Harry to blink.
"Oh well sorry for making you guys wait." Harry said while rubbing the back of his head.
"Well let's get down to business, Present opening is very serious you know." Sirius stated as he sat down in his chair.
The others grinned as they fallowed and soon presents were being handed out. The first present was to Harry and it came from Remus. The wrapping was gold and had a red bow on it. When Harry opened it it was to reveal a box with multiple wholes. Frowning he opened the box and piped in. Instantly his eyes widen and he reached it. What he pulled out was a cute little pup the only thing was it wasn't a dog but a Grim pup.
"You have always had an affinity with Grim's Harry, I thought you might want a Storm Grim." Remus stated causing Harry's eyes to widen.
"How did you get a Storm Grim!" He exclaimed while putting the now awake pup on his lap and petting it.
"Tonk's helped, I told her I wanted to get you an animal because well you have Nieve and Hedwig but they can't cuddle with you in bed. She said that she would help me." Remus stated while motioning to Tonks to continue.
"I was called one day, to a shop where people suspected he had illegal creatures in his shop. When I arrived I looked around and the only animal I could see that was at all dark was that little guy. Well I told the store owner that I wouldn't report him if I got that pup. I mean he didn't even know what it was. Apparently it was put on his door step one night and you know how Storm Grims look like dogs. Well anyway he let me take it and thanked me profoundly." Tonk's stated causing Harry to smile as he looked down at the pup in his arms.
It was true. Storm Grims had a great resemblance to a dog pup. They grew out of it when they became older, there fur, that was dark, would have yellow tips that could send thunder through a person if the Grim wanted. It was a less dark version of the true Grim but still a very powerful partner and friend.
"Give him my gift next Sirius." Tonks said eagerly and Sirius did so.
Harry accepted it and found the small box was wrapped in bright pink paper and a purple bow. It was the perfect picture of Tonks. Opening it he laughed as he pulled out a green caller.
"Thanks Tonks." He chuckled as he put the caller around the pup.
"You're welcome Harry, the caller is a self adjusting one, so when your little guy there grows it will grow with it." Tonks stated causing Harry to grin.
"Thanks a lot Tonks."
Soon they continued. The next gift was given to Remus and it was from Harry and Hermione. The gift was wrapped in black shiny paper and emerald green bow. When he unwrapped it he found a dark wooden chess with brass handles. When he opened the chess he was shocked to find dozen's of little vials. He looked up at Harry in confusion and Harry grin.
"Hermione and I have been working together to improve the Wolfbane potion. This one will get rid of the pain and you'll keep your mind." He stated causing Remus' eyes to widen in shock.
"Thank you Harry and I will say thank you to Hermione when I see her next. Merlin this is the perfect gift." he whispered causing Harry to grin.
"You're welcome Remus and whenever you need it tell me and we'll make it." He stated and Harry gave a nod of agreement.
The next gift was to Sirius from Harry although on the tag it was dad. His own gift was wrapped in Gold and red and when he opened it he was delighted to find a black leather cowboy hat.
"You know me way to well kiddo." He exclaimed as he put it on his head causing Harry to chuckle.
"You're welcome Sirius, you've told me once that you had a leather cowboy hat but that you lost it. I thought you'd want one back." He stated and Sirius shot him a grin before handing the next gift to Tonks, once again it was from Harry but this time the wrapping was silver with a bright pink bow. When she opened it she found two things, a new jacket, and a bunch of hair accessories.
"Harry you big kid!" She exclaimed while taking out a hair pin that had a red circle on it and attaching it to her short bangs. "You know me to well kid."
"You're welcome Tonk's you like the jacket?" He asked.
"Love it what is it made of?" She asked.
"That's made of Basilisk skin." he answered causing her to gap at him in shock.
"You're kidding me!" She shouted but he shook his head and gave her a grin.
Soon the rest of the gifts were given until there was one left under the tree.
"Well kiddo, I personally think you're old enough for this so here." Sirius said as he handed a large box over.
When Harry opened it he frowned as he pulled a Bell Sports Full Face Motorcycle Helmet out. The helmet was black with a grim reaper design done in grey, silver and green. Harry looked at Sirius who grin and stood.
"Fallow me." He said and Harry did so while picking the helmet up along with his new pet.
Going Harry was led to a door before Sirius let him in he told him to close his eyes and from there was lead into the room. For a moment there was silence but then Sirius told him to open his eyes. When Harry did he froze, eyes going wide in shock. No bloody way was this at all possible.
"You... you got me..." He whispered unable to finish.
"I made you one. You said you always wanted one and so I thought you would like to get this one." Sirius stated.
Before them standing proud was a beautiful racing motorcycle. It wasn't like Sirius' bike but more like the ones used in racing. The colours of the bike were like the helmets. The design though was a tribal grim.
"Brilliant!" Harry exclaimed while raising to the bike.
"So you like it I guess." Sirius stated and Harry shot him a grin.
"Like it? No I don't like it." Harry stated causing Sirius face to fall. "I'm in love with it!"
Of course that causing the grin to reaper and Remus to chuckle.
"You are such a prankster sometimes Harry." Tonks laughed causing Harry to smirk.
"Thank you so much dad, this is brilliant." With that Harry gave his godfather a hug earning himself a smile from the man and a chuckle.
"No telling your mother until you're fifteen." He said causing Harry to grin.
"Got it." He agreed.