Chapter 36: Harry's Desperation
As the school year ticked on it seemed less and less believed Harry. There was just no proof anymore. He knew deep down something was about to happen and couldn't understand why his father wouldn't listen. So during a Hogsmeade weekend in May he Flooed to the Ministry and went to see his grandmother.
Amelia was nowhere in sight so he just opened the door and entered as he remembering being told he could.
He was extremely shocked and embarrassed to find some strange man in his Grandmother's chair; not to mention the fact his grandmother was straddling said stranger and snogging him senseless.
Blushing as red as a Weasley Harry tried to get out fast and fell over a waste bin.
The two adults broke apart and; instead of being embarrassed at being caught like his parents usually were, both smiled at Harry and stood.
"I-I-I…uh…I" Harry fumbled for the right words.
"Harry this is Damien Black. An old friend from school," Katherine introduced.
Damien wrapped his arms around her slim waist adding, "And her new beau."
"Oh uh right….uh I think Mum mentioned something about that," Harry nodded standing and running a hand through his hair. "Are you um…are you related to Sirius Black?"
"Sure. A nephew. How is the old mutt?" Damien asked.
"He's fine. A much better man now that he is wanted for murder," Katherine answered.
"Oh yeah I remember you told me about that…so anyway what did you want your lovely grandmother for?" Damien asked.
"I really think something is going on at school!" Harry exclaimed and rushed into the story.
Damien and Katherine listened to the boy's rant and we had finished looked at each other.
Damien sighed and began speaking in some strange language and gesturing wildly. Katherine looked at him oddly for a minute and then began speaking in the same language.
Harry stared at them in confusion till finally they stopped and glared at each other.
"Being with Stewart made you an arse," Damien snapped.
"Being in America made you an idiot," Katherine huffed.
"Can I ask what the heck that language was you were speaking?" Harry asked.
"The ancient language as spoken of in the beginning. Now about this story…" Damien said crossing his arms, "With Malfoy it's possible he's been given a mission by this Voldemort kid. Severus is in on it and Albus knows so he's not saying anything."
Harry looked to his grandmother and found her smirking.
"Now it's possible we are going to have an ambush. This is what we're going to do. We'll post some people around the perimeter of Hogsmeade. When it happens you send your patronus and we will come," Damien said clapping his hands.
"R-Really?" Harry blinked.
"Certainly Harry. If you believe everyone is in danger then we believe you," Katherine smiled, "Now get back to Hogwarts before your parents find out you've gone."
Harry nodded and ran out.
"Nice kid. Now where were we?" Damien asked spinning Katherine into his arms.