New Twilight

Chapter 35

Good News & Bad News

After his potions tuition, the weekend went extremely fast, spending time with family and of course reading more Potion books. Harry had quite frankly become obsessed with knowing everything he possibly could. He had picked out all his books he wanted from the booklet. Added the total up and written it down, he didn't know the rate between the magical world money and his own money. It was something he planned on asking Tabby when he saw her next. He wasn't sure if she'd know, but it was worth asking. He would need to give Severus the money after all; he wasn't going to allow the wizard to pay for them. Rolling out of bed, yawning, he quickly had a shower; it was time for school and he would be late if he didn't hurry. He wished he could still say he wished he hadn't had to attend school, but if he had not, he wouldn't have given Edward a chance. He'd have stayed in the house like a hermit, leaving only to drive. That's another thing, he had his theory test to take tonight, and he hadn't been studying as he should have been. Too wrapped up in potions, he'd need to do some quick reading while he was at school. Scrubbed and cleaned Harry got dressed. More of his stuff had been brought from his house to the Cullen's. He was spending all his time there, moved in without actually meaning to.

"Morning sweetie," said Esme as she always did when she greeted him, placing a plate of food in front of him. Thankfully she'd learned to tone down; honestly, someone from the wizarding world could have mistaken Esme as a house elf she put that much on the plate.

"Mornin'," said Harry, immediately digging in, seeing the time, but with Edward driving they'd get there quick enough.

"Have you remembered your written exam is today?" asked Esme, vampires couldn't forget anything.

"Yup," said Harry, quickly polishing off the plate of pancakes, and scrambled egg.

"Good." said Esme, before continuing, "I have a gift for you."

Harry blinked staring at her, "It's no ma birthday." said Harry.

"It's not meant for your birthday sweetie, it's just something I wanted to buy you. I did the same thing for the others when they officially became my daughters or sons." said Esme handing over a box.

Harry smiled accepting the gift, curious about what she bought him. He opened the box and gasped it was beautiful. It was a gold watch, with the Cullen coat of arms spread out across the face. Picking it up, he took it out it was heavy; she'd given him a real gold watch. Perhaps the most expensive gift he'd ever received, not something he'd ever buy himself. It had to have been special made, the gesture though meant the world to him.

"Look at the back," said Esme smiling at him sweetly.

Harry turned it over, his forehead scrunching in confusion, his name, it was his new name scribed on the back. Harry Cullen. Slipping it on, he found the latch and clipped it into place. He wanted to show it of, but he wasn't sure if he should wear it every day, or if he should leave it for a special occasion's kind of thing. It certainly cost too much to break or ruin it. "Thank you, Esme." said Harry thickly, and much to Esme's surprise he came around and hugged her. Harry wasn't one for physical contact but she deserved it.

"It's no problem sweetie," said Esme hugging him back, closing her eyes relishing the display of affection Harry was giving her. Her other kids were older, at least mentally if not physically and they didn't need hugs and reassurances. It wasn't often she got a hug from them, maybe at Christmas and such or New Year.

Just then every single one of the Cullen's came flooding in the door. They had been hunting, how they could have hunted animals without their clothes even looking wrinkled Harry didn't know. They looked as if they'd just gone outside for some fresh air. Harry grinned at them and shook his head, wondering what it would be like to hunt with them.

"You'd be a mess," said Edward answering Harry's thoughts. As he took a seat next to him, giving him a kiss on the lips. Although it wasn't anything like the one when he'd been taunting Isabella Swan. Now that he wouldn't have minded, but Edward didn't want to risk hurting him.

"I'm no a messy eater!" said Harry in protest.

Edward laughed, "All newborns are."

The room went silent at Edward's words, more out of surprise at what he'd said than anything. Edward had been adamant against turning anyone, giving them this kind of life. Yet here he was, actually talking about it with Harry as if it was a normal conversation.

"Ah," said Harry nodding his head thoughtfully. He had noticed the silence and he was rather curious. Did they have something against him maybe one day becoming a vampire?

"It's not that," said Edward immediately, "Are you ready for school?"

"Sure, I just need to get my theory book," said Harry standing up, blinking then Edward was standing there with the book in his hand. Smirking he took the book, grabbed his folder and said goodbye to everyone. Before long they were in Edward's Volvo, with the vampire driving.

"For a long time, I always said I would never turn another, not wanting them to have this kind of existence…as you are aware its extremely difficult and who in their right mind would choose it?" said Edward, speaking of course in past tense.

"A lot of people actually, the thought of immortality, no dying is preferable to a lot o' people." said Harry, "But they dinnie really think about it, the consequences come all too late. Seeing everyone dying around you, if we all had immortality life widnie have any meaning. Why bother getting up? Why bother working? Why bother making friends…they had forever to dae that. They widnie cherish each day fur what it is."

Edward had to concede the point, he'd felt all those things since becoming immortal. Now though, with Harry here, he had begun to do all those things again. He cherished each day he had with his mate. Harry had a perception of things that wasn't quite human.

"What made ya change your mind?" asked Harry.

"You did," replied Edward, "The thought of you being vulnerable is intolerable, it's a constant struggle. It's in my nature to want to turn you, to make you strong like myself. We are very selfish creatures, especially when it comes to our mates."

"Why haven't you asked me then?" asked Harry out of sheer curiosity, he wasn't asking to be turned per say.

"I want you to experience everything as a human first, I cannot deny you that." said Edward.

"Like what?" asked Harry as they drew into the school, right on time as the warning bell rang drawing everyone out of their conversations and running into the school.

"Learning to drive for one, brewing potions for two," said Edward.

"Yeah good point, wouldn't want to accidentally eat the instructor if he fails me." said Harry, before then hopping out of the car, Edward's laughter following him. Truth be told he didn't think Harry would fail; he was a very good driver. Safe too, which was alright as long as he was not driving all day, vampires loved speed. "You know, it will only take me a half a year to do those things you mentioned."

"Why the sudden interest?" asked Edward putting his arm possessively across Harry's shoulders despite the fact nobody was even interested in them. They were half way up the corridor when the rest of the Cullen's made it into the school. Harry was half surprised Rosalie hadn't over taken them.

"Just curious I guess, ya know ti see what its like to hunt with ya," shrugged Harry truthfully not too bothered, he just wanted to be as close to everyone as possible. His mind drifted to the kiss on Friday that was the main reason, he wanted that again so badly. He'd tried a few times, but Edward had regained control and broke it off before things could get heated, much to his displeasure.

"You will," promised Edward, adjusting himself, trying to focus on everyone else's thoughts instead of Harry's. He'd been doing it all weekend, and he was at his wits end.

"I need to go to the office, I want my name changed as soon as possible," said Harry. He'd taken great delight in rubbing out the name Evan's and replacing it with Cullen on Saturday.

"Come on then," said Edward as they retraced their footsteps, being hasty about it.

"Can I help you?" asked Mrs. Cope.

"I've been adopted, I need my name changed." said Harry.

"As well as address and add our parents as next of kin or to be notified in case there's an accident." said Edward.

"Very well," said Mrs. Cope, taking the paperwork and nodding at them.

"Bye," said Harry and they were running back towards the classroom. Skidding to a halt and getting in just as everyone else were scrambling to take a seat.

"Settle down!" shouted the teacher, as the students were still talking and making noise. Mr. Watson wrapped his knuckles against his table to gain their attention. Both Harry and Edward had science first thing Monday mornings.

"Place your homework in front you," said Mr. Watson, the students immediately did. Then he began collecting it, and placing it on his desk. Once that was done, he began writing on the classroom black board. Speaking as he did, at what they would be learning that day. Telling them to begin writing down everything that was placed on the board. Something both Edward and Harry had already learned no surprise really, Edward had been through education multiple times and Harry had been rather advanced in science.

Edward frowned staring at the door just as a knock interrupted the lesson.

"Sorry to disturb your lesson Mr. Watson, I need to borrow Mr. Evans for a moment." said Mrs. Cope.

"Me?" asked Harry his face emotionless but he felt rather worried, why would they want him?

"If you would follow me Mr. Evans," said Mrs. Cope.

"Aye, o'rite." said Harry, leaving his stuff he followed the secretary out wondering what the heck was going on. Edward still had a frown on his face, which meant the woman probably had no idea why he was being called either.

They walked in silence until they reached the head teacher.

"Mr. Greene, Mr. Evans as you asked." said Mrs. Cope

"Ah, thank you Silvia," said Mr. Greene "Come in and sit down Harry."

"What is goin' on?" asked Harry sitting down.

"I am afraid that your file has been…taken." said Mr. Greene.

"Taken?" asked Harry, blinking at the teacher.

"Someone broke into the file and removed it, I did not discover it this morning until I went to add your copied adoption papers into the file and update your name on our system." said Mr. Greene.

"Oh," said Harry, why would anyone want his information? It made no sense to him whatsoever. There hadn't been much either, half the information had been blank. It was just his name, address, where he'd went to school last and of course his old details and school grades. "Why would anyone want it?" it was obviously just his file, nobody else was being called from class. Edward was going to blow a fuse; he was already overprotective as it was. He was probably listening in on the conversation right now.

"We have no idea." said Mr. Greene, "We are reporting it to the police, and we will be telling your new parents."

"Err, aye o'rite." said Harry, "Can I go back to class now?"

"Yes, but Mr. Cullen, please, be careful." said Mr. Greene sternly.

"I will," said Harry, had magic made it disappear? But no the headmaster had said it had been broken into. Could it be a student? It made absolutely no sense; instead of going to class he went to the toilets. Standing in front the sink trying to make sense of it. He wasn't worried, more anxious than anything, had someone figured out about him? Did someone other than Charlie Swan, the Snape's and the Cullen's know he was a Potter? Or suspect and steal his file in hopes of finding out if they were right? It couldn't have been a wizard or witch; surely they can open drawers without leaving evidence of tampering? He saw no other reason for his file being taken.

"Esme and Carlisle are on their way," said Edward stepping into the toilet.

"Aye, he did say he'd tell em." said Harry.

"Do you want to leave?" asked Edward.

"I'm no scared," said Harry adamantly, "Just irritated and confused."

"I know." said Edward crossing is arms staring at Harry pensively.

"What could they find out from my file? I mean all it had wiz ma old school results, ma address and name, all of which everyone probably already ken. The gossip that runs around this town they'd probably knew before I stepped foot in here."

"I don't know Harry, but we will find out." said Edward determinedly. He would get Alice to look into it, and keep an eye on Harry's house too. No matter what, nobody was going to get near his mate, not even the Potter's. He did suspect them, he suspected everyone really.

"He called me Mr. Cullen," said Harry slyly. In fact he was the first to do so, and it felt so good. He stalked forward leaning against his vampire.

Edward's lips twitched, "I heard." said the copper haired vampire. It was a blessing to see Harry so free; he owed it all to Severus. He was very grateful to the wizard for his help, without him this wouldn't be possible. This weekend he'd seen a whole new side to Harry, and he loved it. It was how he'd wanted Harry to be from the beginning.

Harry kissed Edward, tangling his hands in his red messy overly long locks. A moan tore out of Harry's mouth when he reluctantly pulled back for air. Edward was so lucky; he didn't ever get out of breath.

Edward gripped his shoulders and pushed him away, his amber eyes showing exasperation and adoration. "We better get back to class."

"You'd rather go to class?" gaped Harry, staring at Edward incredulity written across his face.

"Come on," said Edward not replying, of course he didn't want to go to class! Jesus he'd rather spend all day with his mate. When he was like this though, he needed something or someone there to stop him being tempted. Believe me he was tempted, and soon he feared he wouldn't be able to help himself. Not only did he want to claim his mate but he wanted to turn him too. Harry's talk on the conversation had not helped matters.

Harry grumbled as they exited the toilets, "Don't tempt me Harry," said Edward seriously; he didn't understand how serious it was. Maybe he should have Carlisle have a talk with him…he was his father now. He didn't want to try and explain to his mate why it was such a bad thing right now.

"O'rite, c'mon then tae class it is." said Harry.

Edward's lips disappeared, the most damning thing of all was Harry's accent, and he'd fallen hard for it the first time he heard him speak. For some reason even after all this time he still found it extremely sexy. It was the most attractive thing about Harry, second to his looks. Edward wasn't vain through, it wasn't just about looks, and Harry was extremely smart especially for his age. Then again, he'd immersed himself in his studies, a way to keep occupied with not having any friends.

Harry's already changing :) hes finally a happy comfortable young man :D yay! and it only took 35 chapters :P I think after next chapter we will do a time jump and maybe bring in some Potters! then the changing.

WHAT DO YOU WANT FOR HARRY WHEN HE'S TURNED? some want him to have magic, some want him to have a gift and some are adamant about him definitely not having magic! so we really need to make a decision :D I think I might put a vote on my profile i'll let you know what I decide R&R PLEASE!