[a/n0]Luna's reporting last time was well received. She asked me to convey her appreciation of my nargle-free audience.

[a/n]FrostyWolf suggested this: Continuation to you Overprotective Brothers cliché, possibly my favorite of all your shorts, where he ruins another Weasley brother would be fun. Sequel to HDD#124 & HDD#131

Harry Does Different CCCDXXIXc

Overprotective Older Brothers Cliché 2B

"So this is the other wizard in my granddaughter's life. Aloysius Dagworth-Granger at your service sir." The completely bald man introduced himself with a click of his heels and a slight bow. His first sentence was quiet enough, in consideration of the non-magicals of his clan "My wife, Gladia."

The woman in the wheelchair offered a hand to be kissed and gushed "To see one Victoria Cross in rare! But five in one room at the same time! You young people are simply too heroic for words!"

"None of us did it alone, ma'am." Replied Harry smoothly "I wear it to honor those who died. Since you're apparently in-the-know, sir, it is actually an Order of Merlin, First Class. But the Queen decreed formally we do have the right to wear this. As to me and Hermione? Well, it was the three of us from the time we were 11 …but, well… as long as she's happy. Might I present my date? Susan Bones."

The old man bowed and kissed the teen's knuckles "Weddings are so lovely. Perhaps you'll invite us to yours. I assume you're related to the groom."

"Only indirectly. My red comes from my Mum. She and the groom's Mum were second cousins." Susan's cheeks colored slightly at the man's comment and gallant behavior "As to a wedding …well… it's a bit early. But, let me ask … Dagworth-Granger? The famous potioneer? It's generally believed Hermione is Muggleborn, by herself even."

He shrugged tolerantly "Didn't mention it to little Mia until we met her young man and- - -"

"Well well look who it is." A sneer came from behind Harry "Audrey, look, it's the cheater. Don't you know you could do so much better, Bones? Especially with your bloodline?"

The former Hufflepuff didn't quite step in front of her date, but even if the two wizards could draw wands, she was certainly in the way. She gave a sunny smile, retorting gaily "As if I cared about such things. Besides, don't see a OOM on your lapel, Mr. Cauldron Thickness."

"A Ministry study shows that report has saved no less than a dozen lives." Gloated Percy before focusing on Harry "You'll want to watch yourself around me, boy. My star is on the rise."

Harry merely offered a hand to his date "Come my dear, I believe I have a duty dance with the bride. Mr. and Mrs. Dagworth-Granger, perhaps we might chat again? Oh, and Weasel? Last one who called me boy was ole Snakeface."

"That was well played." Susan favored him with a grin, then frowned in thought "But my political senses are tingling. He seemed just a little too sure of himself. That's why I dropped a tracking and listening charm while he was ignoring me."

He laughed "Why you evil Slytherin! As my former best friend would put it."

Abcij

"Before I rule, the accused is permitted a statement." Courtroom 10 had a full audience about six months later, particularly of Weasleys, as one of their own was on trial.

Percival Ignatius Weasley sneered in the direction of the prosecutor, or more accurately, behind that table to Susan Bones and beside her Harry Potter, and spoke "Judge Finnegan, I committed no real crime here. They're just Muggles after all."

"Says the son of the man responsible for the Muggle Protection Act of 1994." Every magical felt a sudden chill as Her Honor began speaking "Perhaps the accused has forgotten he attended school with my son, Seamus. I understand his first words on his first day were 'My Dad's a Muggle, my Mum's a witch. Bit of a shock when he found out' Percival Weasley, the court finds you guilty on the following counts. Falsification of public records. Corruption of public officials. False accusations of tax fraud, specifically against Harry Potter. Abuse of Ministry trust. Violation of three different provisions of the Statutes of Secrecy. But, most seriously, multiple uses of the Imperius Curse."

Molly Weasley was heard to wail "NOooooo! Not my boy!" she collapsed into her husband and was additionally supported by another of her sons.

"Any one of the lesser charges is punishable by up to ten years in prison. Use of an Unforgivable, is …well… simply that. Even had I a choice under the law, your lack of remorse, or for that matter even acknowledgement you committed a crime makes you irredeemable. On top of the seven life sentences for use of an Unforgivable on another sentient, this court imposes the maximum to all other charges allowed by law. Totaling 149 years. Your case will additionally be adjudicated by Muggle courts for their charges. Aurors, take him away."

Susan whispered to Harry briefly at that point and he stood "Your honor, if I may, there is one more matter. That merely punishes the criminal. What about reparations to the victim? Had he been successful in framing me for tax evasion, my reputation would have been ruined in both the magical and muggle worlds."

"You have a point, Mr. Potter." Judge Finnegan acknowledged "Given that the convict now has no further use for money, I can order Gringotts transfer his vault to your ownership."

Harry nodded "I believe that is satisfactory, your honor. Thank you.".

"Not like you really need the money Potter!" growled Ron. He was conscious of the presence of courtroom guards, so he didn't actually make a threatening move.

Ginny was holding a weeping woman "Don't you know they're newlyweds! And how's Audrey gonna support their baby? How can you be so heartless?!"

"Anybody else going to help those Muggle Inland Revenue agents Percy Imperioed?" countered Harry coldly. He smirked at Susan and issued a parting shot "Think I'll keep just enough to take my lovely girlfriend to the movies."

The collected Weasleys looked furious, but didn't dare act on their anger.