Woot finally finished this and able to put it out. Working almost full time now, trying to be sociable and running and etsy shop takes its toll. Hope you all enjoy !
Ch.2
New Home
"Welcome home Harriet." Anne helped her out of the car. She was still too skinny, but the doctors deemed if they were careful and had proper supervision, the child could go home. The young half witch gaped. It was the same size as the one she lived in before, however felt more inviting. There were gardens, that seemed to somehow have survived better than the one Aunt Petunia had in winter. Toys covered with slight snow and over all felt welcoming.
"This is where you live?"
"All of us do, now. That includes you too. Come on." Anne Held a handout for her to take. Harriet stiffened.
"That's ok, one step at a time." Anne gave a warm smile. "You can take my hand when you wish or not. Same goes with hugs and wanting to be picked up. Your body, your rules."
"No, spankings?"
"Never. We do not spank or hit. Ever. We do not yell. If something happens, we talk it out. You have done nothing wrong. I'm just holding out my hand because you are our child now."
"Like Dudley is to Aunt Petunia."
"Yes, like he was."
"What happened to him?"
"He got placed with His Aunt Marge." The girl shivered. Well, if that was not some kind of justice. "Why?"
"Because his parents were sent to jail for hurting you."
"Is it my fault then? Is he sad?" While Harriet did not like Dudley, she would not wish being Parentless on anyone.
"First off It is not your fault. You are a defenseless child. If they were not up to taking care of you then they should have given you to people who would. I suppose he is, but in a way might be good for him."
"How so?" Serena asked.
"They spoiled him and not in the right way. It was hindering his mental. It's kind of hard to explain."
"Why didn't he come with us?"
"Well, you two did not get along and thought it best for you to be a part and give you a new chance on life without being bullied every day."
"Oh, will he be away from his parents forever."
"Well, his mother a few years and his father will be going away for a long time. That is something you will not have to worry about. They will never get a hold of you again. Now let us go in. Would you like to take my hand.?" Harriet thought for a moment and slightly took it. They did a small tour of the kitchen, living room, the parent's room and then to theirs.
"This is where Serena, Luna and you are going to stay." Harriet eyes widen as she stepped into the room with three beds walls decorated with bunnies, dears, wolves, dogs. A moon and sun. Most interestingly they were playing as if animated.
"I get to sleep in here."
"If you wish to." Tod acknowledged. "Amazing right? Anne did this with magic."
"Uncle Vernon says magic is not real."
"He's just jealous."
"How do you think I turned him into Elsa." Harriet laughed.
"True."
"This is your bed here." Serena patted a bed by the window. She peered over and made a small gasp.
"I get a bed by the window. Are you sure? There are your presents by the bed."
"No, they're yours silly." Serena giggled, making Harriet tilt her head, before looking at Anne.
"They are?"
"Yes, why would they be in your bed if they weren't?"
"Um, don't know." Anne sighed, knowing the child had a reason for believing that. It was going to take some work for them to get her to fully trust them. "Go on, open them." The child hesitantly walked over.
"Here open this one first." Serena Handed her a box. She slowly opened it to find an American Girl Doll. (not sure if there is a British Version)
"She's so pretty."
"I Have one too. We can all have tea parties."
"Thank you." Anne opened it up and let her hug the doll.
"Here" Anne held out Another one, which were full of cloths.
"Wow, wait I actually get more than two pairs of clothes?" Tod had to gulp down the small anger that tried to surface. That was another reason to kick a certain man's butt.
"Of course, and well go shopping for more in a few days."
"New clothes. Not Dudley's or Serena's old clothes?"
"No, they were bought just for you." Anne Answered.
"I don't mind you borrowing mine though if you ask." Harriet put the clothing down as she grabbed her new doll and began to sniffle."
"Harriet what's the matter?" Anne asked.
"I don't understand. Why are you guys doing this? Why am I getting new things?" Tod and Anne knelt down."
"Because we are all family. Harriet, I know this will take some time to understand. We want you. You are loved by us all and we are going to treat you as one of our own."
"Mrow." A black cat jumped off the other bed and paced around Harriet to get attention."
"Kitty?"
"Yes, this is Luna."
"Is that a moon on her head. So cute. May I pet you?"
"Since you put it that way yes." Harriet's eyes widened.
"You talk?"
"Yes, I'm a moon cat."
"I know a little weird right, but that is the magic world for you." Tod laughed. "She is part of the family too and can change into a human when she wants to."
"Cool, does that mean I can turn into an animal?"
"Huh, that is a good question, isn't it? I never thought about that?" Serena stated, making Luna Chuckle.
"What?"
"Nothing it just looks so cute when you're thinking." Serena grumbled. "And I'm surprised you never asked in the past." The meatball head stuck out her tongue.
"Yes, humans can change into an animal, however it takes time and experience." Anne Explained
"And as princess' yours will be different than normal Animagus's too. That what you call them here right?"
"Yes."
"Can we learn, Please, Please." Serena begged.
"Not until your magical cores have developed."
"How long will that take?"
"Usually around 10. That is why they don't accept kids to magic schools until eleven just to make sure."
"Darns."
"Don't worry you will have plenty of time to learn many things.
"What do you mean by princess?"
"I'll explain it later."
"Good idea, Serena. Harriet just take things in slowly." Anne agreed.
"Ok." Harriet rubbed her eyes.
"For now, nap time." Anne Helped Harriet on to the bed."
"But I don't want to take a nap." Serena complained, however a yawn followed." Ok maybe a little." Tod scooped her up. "Just for a little bit my tiny bunny. Remember the doctors said Harriet needs rest to recover."
"Ok, Daddy."
"That's my girl." Serena snuggled in as she watched the parents leave the room."
"Harriet, I'm glad we found you and that you are here." Serena yawned once more before closing her eyes.
"I think I am to." Harriet curled up and quivered. "I just hope your family keeps liking me." Serena smiled and snuck on to her bed. '
"Always. You're in a very safe place and we will always protect you."
"That's right. You might not realize it Harriet, but this is a start of a new family who will always love you."
"Really?"
"Yes, Um may we rest with you?"
"You mean like snuggle time. How Dudley gets snuggled by his mommy."
"I think so." Tears streamed from the child's face and wrapped her arms around the two.
"What's wrong?"
"Nothing. I've just have wanted a real hug for a very long time." Harriet bawled her eyes out and couldn't help but give a loud cry. The parents rushed in to see her clutching on to Usagi who had tears in her eyes now too.
"You may always have hugs from me, my new sister. Momma Anne and Daddy Todd will give them to you as well."
"And so will I." Luna nodded.
"I'm sorry for crying, I just can't help it. Do you think your parents will be mad?" At that point Anne led Tod back out quietly, not wanting to scar her.
"Never. Not for wanting to belong. You can always come to cry in my arms and when you feel the need same with the adults. Come on, lets lay down." Serena helped her and then pulled out a necklace. She then opened the locket to start playing the normal tune. A few more sniffles than Harriet stopped.
"That music.. I've heard it before."
"Yes, long time ago no doubt."
"I like it."
"Me to. It belongs to a prince, but I think right now he would want you to have it. At least until we find him again."
"Really?
"I think he would too." Luna agreed as Serena handed her the locket
"Thank you. It's so pretty." The thee laid there, just listening to the tune, until their eyes slowly closed and they entered the land of dreams.
Few hours later
Look who is awake." Anne stated softly as Harriet rubbed her eyes and then stiffed.
"Oh, know is it breakfast time? I'm sorry I'll get to it!" Harriet began to scramble, but Anne caught her.
"Hey, take it easy. No, it is not breakfast time but it is time for lunch. However it is not your job to cook."
"But Aunt Petunia makes me."
"No, it is not anymore. You are a child. Children do not make breakfast, especially at the age of three."
"Then what is my job?"
"To be a kid, grow, learn and live. The only thing we ask you to do is at this point is the same thing we ask of Serena. Anything you take out to play with you put away."
"Ok." Harriet thought it was a bit weird, but maybe not all orphans lived like she was treated at the Dursleys.
"What if I want to help?"
"We will be very grateful but ask us first." Harriet nodded, but looked down."
"Honey, you must think this is some kind of trick, but we really do want you with no strings attached."
"Ok, what are the rules?"
"We'll explain them later, first let's wake the snoring monster." Harriet turned to Serena and giggled.
"Serena, lunch" Instantly the child sprung up.
"Food! Were." The two others laughed at her face and the cat being sprung. Harriet caught Luna just in time.
"Got you."
"Thanks."
"Food!" Serena grabbed Harriet's hand and led her to the table."
"Ah, I see you two are up."
"Yes."
"Any good dreams?"
"Yeah, I dreamt that I was in a magical Toyland with lofts of stuffed animals."
"Awesome, What about you Harriet?" Harriet slid behind Serena a bit but thought for a moment.
"Actually, it wasn't the dream of Mommy and Daddy this time. It started to be, but something happened. Before the badman came a unicorn came and took me away. Said I was in a time loop in the dream world, but he would do his best to keep me free."
"Pegasus?" Serena asked
"I think that was his name."
"It is him."
"Do you have dreams of this unicorn too?" Anne asked
"Um in the other life when I was a child, but no doubt I will here to. I met him outside of them as well."
"Pegasus? Huh I think I dreamt of a unicorn with the same name as a kid." Tod said in thought
"You did? Huh I remember riding along on one." Anne stated
"Because you did. He comes to children in need of feeling happy. Also a protector of Earth and bearer of the golden crystal. His real name is Helios."
"You met him in the other universe?" Anne asked, making Harriet give a confused face.
"Yes, he was in hiding from a very bad person."
"In your dreams?" Serena shook her head with a sigh.
"No, let's eat before food gets bad." Serena changed the subject, not wanting to think of that.
"I'll explain later." Luna whispered in Anne's ear before transforming into human form.
"Wow, that's so cool! You're so pretty." Harriet stated, making Luna blush.
"Thankyou." They began to eat for a bit and were seated in the living room after.
"Alright, now that we have food in our bellies, time for a family meeting.
"What's a family meeting."
"It's where we as a family including you sit and discuss what's on our mind or to inform everyone of something." Tod answered.
"Oh, ok."
"What do we need to discuss then?"
"Well, our family has grown and so we need to go over what our house rules will be and what is expected so were all on the same page."
"First I thought we would go over house rules. Rules that we will make as a family." Tod went to a chalk board. "Harriet we first want some rules from you."
"I get to choose rules. I thought it was for grownups to decide."
"Not in this household. Here you get to choose what makes you feel safes. That is what rules are for. To keep us all safe and happy as a family. Tell me if there was one rule you would really want what would it be?" Todd asked. Harriet was quiet for a moment, a bit scared to say it."
"Harriet, I promise whatever it is you will not be in trouble. This is to help you see not all people are like them.
"No hitting or yelling." Todd wrote it on the board.
"Agreed, My father use to do that and I hated it."
"He did?"
"Yes, and I know how it feels to not have a voice. You do here and you will grow strong to fight those who deem to put you down. I promise you both that and I promise to never strike you or yell. I might get agitated or cross with a mistake. But that's all it is a mistake and there is no reason to cry over spilt milk, right? If you do something wrong or If I do something wrong, we talk about it as a family like human beings. Yelling does nothing but to cause damage.
"Ok"
"Good first rule.
"Serena, you're next."
"Um, we have family game night?"
"Oh, I love it!" Anne agreed as Tod put it on the bored.
"Luna?"
"Um, milk in my bowl every night." Everyone laughed
"Anne?"
"Magic is our secret unless you are told otherwise. Non-Magi cannot know for our safety."
"Hmm, Good, I think you girls must have one activity a week at least to keep you active and sociable."
"Do you mean like tea ball. I think Dudley does it or did."
"Or other things. We will find things you girls like to do.
"Alright Harriet back to you."
"Um, Be respectful."
"Yes, that is one indeed. That went to the top.
"Serena?"
"Love each other even if we disagree." She sighed as Ray came into her mind.
"Very good we are family first and for most."
"Luna."
"We hear each other out and not jump to conclusions." Luna gazed at serena with a sorrowful eye that had regret. The child just hugged her.
"Anne?"
"If you cannot reach its not for the little hands. There are dangerous things that if you swallow or touch it can make you extremely sick and we do not want that."
"Agreed" Tod. Nodded "Hmm I think a rule should be to do our best. I don't care if its perfect grades as long as you try really hard, we'll be happy. Harriet?" The child thought for a moment, but seeing how everyone was happy and hadn't scolded her so far, she would go for it.
"Um, my body my rules." Harriet shrank and quickly braced herself, but no pain or scolding came.
"That is right Harriet. That is very right. You chose who gets to touch, hug or anything that happens. Never let anyone take control or think they have a right to own you. If they try, fight like hell. This goes for you girls to. You are your own person and have a right to defend yourselves or someone in harm's way. I do not condone violence for violence sake and if there is an adult or a person of authority you go to them first. If there is not time or no other choice fight like hell and make sure next time they think twice next. Understand?"
"Yes, sir." Something clicked from Tod's words. Did this mean she was free? Did it mean she was considered a person finally? There was one way to test it.
"Um you guys are my family, right. Serena earlier said you we get hugs when we want?" Tod nodded.
"Anytime. You never have to ask for one."
"Really?"
"Yes." Harriet's eyes met the floor. "Do you want a family hug?"
"What's that?"
"Where we all hug at once." Serena answered
"Then yes." Tod held his hand out gently to which Harriet slowly latched on to and then his neck as he held her.
"See, I am no monster, just a giant teddy bear." Luna turned back into the cat form and hoped onto his shoulder by Harriet as Anne grabbed Serena and hugged them."
"Is this how it really feels to have a family?"
"If you're feeling joy then yes."
"I am. Can we stay this way for a while?" And so they did for at least thirty minutes and then watched movies for the rest of the night. Everything went smoothly the next day. Harriet was still shy, but they could tell sitting down as a family really did some good
Saturday
Anne sighed, not really wanting to go to Gringotts today. More importantly put Harriet into such an atmosphere so soon, but She would one day be Lady Potter and much more. She had obligations and so did the other two. It was their duty to be introduced to some instruction and Anne along with Tod's duty to oversee of trust properly.
"It's no use Aunty my hair is savage and always will be. Aunt petunia even tried cutting it and it still grew back." Anne inwardly growled at petunia.
"There is nothing wrong with your hair. The reason it stays like this is because you have magic, and your magical hair shows your true nature."
"It does? Then what does it say?" Anne turned her to the mirror.
"Brave yet cunning. In a way a rebel. You couldn't fight back but your hair could, so it decided to give her trouble." That earned a small giggle. "It is shiny, thick and wavy. Just like the Amazons. The black color of your father's is strong, but the red highlight of your mothers is fierce. You are going to group up strong and independent. One to not be underestimated. I feel you will grow up to be a great hero. Not in the was the magical world see's you are doing it, but on your own accord. That is what your hair says of you. You cannot tame such hair, just like you cannot tame the person. You are a fighter for what is right, and your parents would be so proud. Instead, you need to work with it. Anne brushed it gently away from her eyes. She tucked the long bangs around the ears but let the rest of the wavy hair show. She let it hang from the back too. Finally she clasped a green bow on the back and a silver tiara to cover the scar. Anne could not wait for that to be gone. "Wear this while we go out today."
"To hide my scar? Does it make me look bad?"
"No, honey it does not. I just don't want people recognizing and trying to pile up on you for autographs."
"Why would they do that? I got it from the car crash?"
"Is that what they told you."
"Aunt petunia said daddy was drunk and crashed, killing mommy." Anne shook her head.
"No, honey. He was not drunk. They died saving you and the rest of the world."
"My parents were heroes?"
"Yes, and I'll tell you some of the story later ok?" This made Harriet smile.
"Your hair is so pretty!" Serena bounced into the bathroom. "Can I be next mommy?
"Of course."
"Meatball style?"
"Harriet." Anne was about lecture when Serena started to giggle.
"No, they look like bunny tails that way. "They both started to laugh. Anne smiled they were so good for each other.
"I like it."
"Thanks." Thirty minutes later they arrived.
"Alright, now remember you two do not say your names unless we ok it and stay close. Understood?" They took the children's hands and led on.
"Wow!" Harriet gasped as the bricks moved and revealed the hidden town. "It's so..."
"Magical." Serena grinned "Can we go to the ice cream shop later?"
"I don't see why not. If you three are good." Luna gave a chuckle.
"I'll try."
"Wow, that broom is flying!" Harriet tried to pull Anne's hand. " May we please look."
"After the bank sweety. We need Christmas present ideas anyways. From all three of you." Harriet stopped.
"You mean I get presents on Christmas?"
"Of course." Harriet jumped for joy. She was hesitant this was still a joke, but they seemed so sincere. The bank intimidated Harriet but in a way gave off a powerful vibe.
"What's the writing up there say?"
"Enter, stranger, but take heed
Of what awaits the sin of greed
For those who take, but do not earn,
Must pay most dearly in their turn.
So if you seek beneath our floors
A treasure that was never yours,
Thief, you have been warned, beware
Of finding more than treasure there." Anne answered. "A warning to thieves of goblin magic."
"Is that what they are?" Harriet asked before hiding behind Serena.
"Don't worry. They are friendlier than they look." Serena comforted. "They aren't scary monsters."
"Oh, ok." Harriet eased up as they stepped in line and slowly began to people watch. A habit the girl had started to amuse herself. Most were being patient waiting their turn, others were a bit miffed yet still waited. The person by one of the tills seemed to be having a bad day. The goblins seemed busy even the one who were not tending to people. They never seemed to look up One lady it seemed to have a zoo of children. The one her age seemed to be a bit of a prat. Trying to gain attention. The only one who seemed to not have red hair thumped him. She felt like a twin to him, but way more mature. Four more people entered the bank. They included a long white-blond haired man with pale skin. The young boy seemed like a spitting image. The older girl with short blond somewhat resembled them, but something was off. The other girl her age had blue died hair. It was remarkably interesting. They seemed to maybe be seven or eight. They walked along being led by the Cain walking man.
"Come along were next sweety." The child walked with Anne but couldn't help but to feel being watched.
"Were here for an appointment with Mr. Griphook.." Harriet turned to see the creepy cane man and the children had joined their line. The boy seemed to watch his father trying his best to imitate what he did. The two older girls however seemed to have their eyes trained, somewhat on her. More on Serena though. That was weird, but maybe they knew each other. The two did no have a look of malice. For a second relief then the emotions were gone. Instead, they tried to hide it from the other two. It was very confusing to the three-year-old.
"Well, if it isn't Anne Greengrass." Lucious smirked. It was a bit smug yet flirty in a way. Weird.
"Lucious Malfoy?" The woman tucked Harriet and serena behind her, while giving a look to Tod as if to stay back.
"The years have treated you well."
"Same could be said about you. Its Dursley by the way now"
"Have not seen you in a long time."
"Same could be said about you. Thought you were arrested but seeing you here with your children says otherwise."
"I was found innocent. Imperio. A horrible curse."
"Of course." Anne face showed she didn't believe that for one second.
"So, what have you been up to these days."
"I became a potions Master and brew at home for suppliers."
"And that puts money on the table."
"Enough to help support my family.
"Better than some I suppose." His eyes pierced to the Weasleys with a look of disgust."
"Wealth isn't everything, Lord Malfoy. Some find family is enough."
"Not if you want your legacy to mean something."
"Two girls? Never knew you married."
"Not all of us are famous enough for that to be shouted on roof tops."
"You're a Potter. Many might forget but we were good friends. Potters and Greengrass are famous no matter who they are."
I gave up that name."
"Sadly, true and true and seems to have hooked up with a muggle. A poor Defenseless muggle. Your parents must be proud."
"Oh yes so much I was shunned and disinherited."
"What does that word mean?" Serena asked.
"Later honey."
"And these are your children? Or muggles of his?"
"They are mine."
"So, half-bloods. Guess it could be worse." He met Serena's gaze. "They resemble you. That will be good for later years. What is your name?"
"Might as well call her Bunny or Dumpling. I mean look at those adorable pig tails."
"The other one reminds me of a Terra. Her Earth like features is strong and could most definitely terrorize any by who crosses her."
"Hey, I like that nickname." Harriet smiled as Serena's face became stunned. It was the outer scouts. Luscious gave an unamused face."
"Forgive my daughters. They have a habit of speaking their minds without thinking at times." Anne gave a hidden sigh of relief their timing had been impeccable.
"They are just saying what they think. Just like their father."
"I guess, but they need to learn more tact. I apologize. This is my daughter Amara." The girl slightly rolled her eyes at that statement and Anne could immediately see why. Boy clothing and short hair. Did not take much to tell, but in this stuck-up world the family would forever be blind until Amara finally stated it. "Michelle Lestrange, we adopted her a few years ago and Draco." The boy gave a slight bow." Anne slightly stiffened hearing Lestrange."
"I see."
"Father, would they be acceptable people to acquire as friends?" Lucious sighed
"Your mother just had to be busy today. Hmph while half-bloods are not as powerful, I guess in a social standing are acceptable as friends, due to their mother being a Greengrass. Perhaps you can see them from time to time. As for you two am I going to get your real names."
"I actually really like Terra."
"And Bunny is cute."
"Impeccable."
"Serena and Harriet." Anne finally gave in. Protective spells had already been placed on the girls including one where arourers would come if need be. Plus Anne could tell Lucious still had some respect for her and, maybe that school crush had stayed. Anne being in the picture would make him more hesitant to do anything.
"I see. Interesting. You have the same name as a famous child."
"Guess great minds think alike." Lucious staired at Harriet.
"Don't think I'm that kind of fool, Anne. She looks like you maybe, but not the muggle." Lucious quietly stated." Anne grew very protective.
"Fortunately for you he is dead, and I am out of that life."
"Sure."
"However, I would do something to permanently remove it, wouldn't want snoops to come around. Especially ones like the Weasleys. Dumbledore's followers can be quite radical."
"Mr. Griphook will see you now." A Goblin came up to the Dursleys.
"Right, come along children." Anne took their hands and quickly followed the goblin.
"Anne you alright?" Todd finally asked as they reached the door.
"Yes, and I know it was hard, but thank you for not trying to interfere.
"I knew you had him and we both know if need be, I could take him too if need be. Magic is not everything. So that was a Malfoy? Just as arrogant as you said." Soon the four were seated.
"I am glad to finally have miss Potter with us. Thank you for coming once again today. I know what you risk it is, however it is important and after I will be able to come to your home when need be. Do you have the proper custody papers and power of trust." Todd handed them over.
"Magical and muggle. We wanted to make sure no one could interfere."
"Excellent, then do you wish for the previous guardians to be cut off."
"Yes, we do and anything that can be recovered we request it be done. Unless it was for charity."
"That we can go over. I have taken time to thoroughly investigate, but first how is your health Miss potter?"
"Please call me Harriet or Terra."
"Your princess's name, such an honor."
"Princess name?"
"That is a conversation we still have not been able to have."
"I see, then your guardians can tell it to you on their time. Anyways, how has your health been?"
"Well, they have been taking good care of me and so did the doctors."
"Good to hear. Will you do me a favor and remove your tiara for a moment, I wish to inspect that scar." Harriet blushed. "There might be a chance of removing it and the one who gives you those nightmares of and headaches."
"Really?"
"Yes and who knows we might get that vision of yours might clear up."
"But I thought she inherited that from her father?" Anne stated.
"No, Mr. Potter did not have terrible vision. In fact, the opposite." The Goblin put a pair of glasses in front of Harriet."
"This was a Potter hire loom. A magical one. Your father wore them to detect magical items and Jinxes. Per his wishes They are yours now." Harriet carefully picked them up. "Don't worry, they will not break. We are in the process of collecting the others.
"Thank you, Mr. GripHook."
"Yes, you may visit the vault later to take anything you wish as well. As for other inheritance One Harriet potter reaches eleven she may access her school vault. Hogwarts is already paid off and that is to be used as allowance.
"Hogwarts?"
"I see you have some hesitance."
"We haven't completely decided." Anne Answered.
"I understand, Well there is Beauxbaton and Drumstrange. There has be only a few girls at Drumstrange, but it is a possibility We would have to act now though. They are tested at early ages for both. And weeded out. They also have an extra year for intro to magic."
"We need to go to Hogwarts, Momma."
"Serena honey."
"That's were we're supposed to all meet up."
"The other Guardians?"
"Yes."
"But there are certain people we cannot trust there. Especially the Headmaster." Tod tried to back up Anne."
"I know and eventually we'll have to take care of him or at least find out why he did what he did. We need to all be reunited. Not all of us are girls." Anne sighed knowing she was right.
"Whether you choose to or not. I recommend magical prep classes and early defense." He handed the parents a card. "They might qualify for Martial Magic classes. With their destinies ahead it might do well."
"Don't you have to be pure blood?"
"No, not for him. If there is some kind of concept of magic and pass a test. He admits them at the age of five, but his class tends to fill quickly."
"Thank you."
"Martial magic. Is that martial arts"?
"Both yes. As for now let's get back to the task at hand." He pulled out a stack of papers. "This is a list of properties. The bank will put a hold on them until the age of seventeen except for one."
"Privet Drive?"
"That's where your brother lived."
"Yes, I believe It was handed down to Lily Evens, but her sister tried to take it. She let Petunia stay and then Albus Dumbledore it seems arranged allowing the extension and 2000 pounds a month for taking care of Harriet."
"Harriet never saw a pound of that."
"I'm assuming you want that stopped."
"Yes."
"Very well then per the Potters wishes it will be sent to you."
"That will not be necessary. We have enough for to take care of the children. That is Harriet's money."
"I have money?"
"Yes, you do, but were going to teach you how to spend it wisely." Tod Stated
"How much?"
"A bigger amount then you could understand." The Goblin chuckled.
"But I don't need all that money. I want to share. You two are taking care of me after all." The two adults looks to each other and then got an idea.
"As we said, Honey we do not need it, however there are those who do. Would you like to donate to charities and programs to help others?"
"Yes."
"Alright then. We will let you choose later." Harriet smiled at that.
"We will also bar the Dursley's from ever returning once they are out of prison." Anne looked at the list
"The House of Black?" Anne asked with a confused gaze. "Why, after what he did. Why would he leave his house to Harriet?"
"Not only that, but everything. Once she turns eleven she can claim title Lady Black unless he ever has a trial and proven innocent."
"But why would Serious. He was a traitor."
"I think you might want to look at this. It's an inheritance test she took earlier."
"Serious, you mean pad-foo." She still could not pronounce it right.
"He wouldn't hurt Daddy. They were best friends. He along with Daddy would let me broom fly." Harriet stated, remembering. "Then I no see him for a long time. I thought mommy was mad, but she said no. Said he was protecting me by staying away. Same with Moony. Daddy said they were too obvious. They were keeping bad guys away. Worm tale came by. Last day I saw him was the day Mommy and Daddy." Tears swelled up. 'I thought it to be a dream until Pegasus showed me."
"Hey, come here." Anne held Harriet as Tod took the paper.
"What does secret keeper mean?"
"What muggles call witness protection. The person is the only one who know where they are and who could take others to a place."
"Didn't you say Peter died?"
"Yes."
"Then why does it say he is alive and secret keeper."
"What?" She took the paper. "No way. But even Dumbledor was convinced. He was loyal to Dumbledore you would think he would fight more."
"Unless he got in the way of a plan." Tod concluded.
"Is there a way we could get a copy of this to Madam Bones. A copy has been made for you two, young Harriet for she will need to know her family tree and yes, I will Personally deliver it. However you do know he is the God Father." Anne paled. No, she could not be taken away. She needed a stable family. A mother and father figure. A sibling who cared. They would both be devastated. "you were on the list above his and only if you couldn't take him.
"I was never even informed."
"Anne were trying to uncover how. Concealing things such as this is against the Goblin code. "Sirius understood this, but will no doubt want to be part of her life."
"Well, if proven innocent would be the right thing to do. We can discuss it with Madam bones on stipulations."
"Good, now here's the papers you need to sign off for The Horcrux and curse removals."
"Is that going to hurt?"
"No, It will be removed while you sleep comfortably in your own bed." It took another hour for them to do different paperwork and who would be assigned what. Griphook would be the permanent adviser an account the two could spend we set up and more. One done at the bank They had ice cream and as promised could go to the quidditch shop.
"Wow, so cool." Harriet got as close as could be to the broom being displayed."
"It's a racing broom." Anne smiled.
"Cool, wish the one Daddy gave me hadn't been lost." Anne patted Harriet's shoulder.
"Who knows, what Santa might bring. You should put one on your list."
"Hey cool what are these?" Serena opened a box to see five balls. Two were rattling to get out."
"The equipment for quidditch." The owner came around. "The two fighting to move are bludgers. You need to dodge them at all cost. Do not ever open them. However, this is a quaffle. He took it out and handed it to Serena. You shoot this one in the rings for points. Hmm I think that would for you build as long as you keep healthy and work out." Harriet joined them. "As for you. Swift, speedy and agile. The golden snitch. He let the wings expand and let it flutter.
"Cool." The owner smirked
"Catch." Harriet laughed and gave chase. Th parents laughed at the scene.
"I don't suppose you sell any child sets. Were looking for Christmas gifts.
"Oh, indeed I do. Do you live on, magical land.
"In a way, our back yard is hidden."
"Good, I have a set with the goals included along with training brooms. It will grow them to. I do not usually recommend them a such a young age, but I can see them playing in their second year. I can Have it appear on a day you wish."
"We'll take it." The doorbell sounded as people entered. "I'll be with you in a moment. He took the parents to the register.
"Hey, I want to play with something!"
"Draco, No!" Two bludgers flew up clinking items and banged into some. The adults turned to see what was happening to sudden horror. Anne quickly pulled out her wand, but alas was to late and they were an inch from Serena and Harriet.
"No!" The parents felt true horror, but then two lighting fast girls grabbed them. Michelle pulled Harriet, changing to being in front and smacked it away. Amara, rolled Serena and hit the second one. It bounced away. They bounced a couple more times until the shop keeper sent a spell shooting them back to the case.
"Amara?" Serena stated a bit surprised but relived.
"Dumpling." Meanwhile Harriet shook, not knowing what just happened except for a ball almost just smacked her.
"There there little Tera your safe." Michelle said softly, sending a calm wave to her. Anne rushed over and gently pulled her away.
"Hey you're ok. Shhh." Harriet snuggled the woman, with small tears as she tried to calm. "Thank you."
"No need to. It's my duty."
"Duty?"
"Serena!" Tod raced to check on her and then Amara. "Wow, not even a scratch. Are you ok?" Tod asked Amara.
"Peachy." She might have a small bruise, yet that was not something new. "Wow, you were so fast."
"Indeed. Quiditch is in your futures. You, however." The shop keep turned to Draco who began to cower as eyes met him.
"I'm sorry, I just wanted to play too. Please do not tell, Father."
"Weren't you taught, not to touch things you know nothing about?" The shop keep asked.
"They looked like toys."
"I suppose it does." He lightened up some. "I hope you now know something that looks like a toy in a magical world, might still be extremely dangerous. You're lucky no one was hurt."
"Draco, you need to apologize to Serena and Harriet." Michelle chided
"I'm sorry."
"Hey, it's ok. I might have accidently done it myself if he hadn't warned me."
"And we weren't hurt." Harriet stated as she finally let go of Anne. "Would you like to share?" Harriet held out the snitch."
"You want me to play, sure?" The boy stated, relieved to finally have kids his own age not afraid or too airheady. Even if it was just for a few minutes.
"Sorry about him. He can be a bit of a prat." Amara stated.
"However, he doesn't really have many to play with his age." The mother part of Michelle came out.
"It's alright, I guess." Anne had finally calmed. "That was a very brave thing you two did."
"Like Michelle stated, it's our duty. Besides were not heartless enough to see two younglings hurt."
"You two fancy yourselves superheroes?"
"Not sure about the hero part, but definitely supper." Amara smirked. Serena made sure the shop keep was out of earshot then pulled her parents down to whisper. They're the outer guardians,"
"What did you just whisper twerp?" Amara narrowed her eyes
"Eep! Ok, they know. I'm sorry, but I'm only three here and, I was alone." Serena gave the quivered lip and puppy eyes, making the two melt.
"God, even here you have that effect." Amara's head throbbed
"They won't tell anyone and are ok with it
"So, you two are from?"
"We shouldn't talk about it here, to many eyes and ears." Michelle interrupted. "Perhaps we can have a play date. Your house preferably. Not trying to be rude. Too many at our house as well. Plus it might be good for Draco to be shown some humility and how normal family's act."
"Are you sure Luscious would allow that?" Anne asked.
"We can be persuasive." Amara assured
"Well, if it is ok with Lucious, then I don't see why not." Anne wrote an address and number. "Do you two know how to use a phone." Michelle held up a cell phone. Anne raised an eyebrow.
"We might go off on our own a lot." Amara smirked
"Very mature for your ages."
"You don't know the half of it. Draco, time to go." The boy stopped and gulped.
"Please don't tell father."
"Don't worry little brother, I won't let that man touch you. Does not mean your off the hook. Michelle and I will think of something." Draco somewhat paled. He swore his sister had gotten a lot craftier in the last few weeks, but also nicer.
"Ok. Bye Serena and Harriet." The rest of the day was less eventful, they went to a couple other shops and then went home. Their mother went to writing a letter to Madam Bones and Tod began to cook a simple dinner, letting the kids wind down and wash up. After dinner they had more family time and watched a movie. The next few day were great, and Harriet seemed to fit in well. Her new therapist was even stunned at her progress. Madam Bones came over one after noon to get Harriet's statement as well. Even though Her testament could not be used in court, it would be enough to spark an investigation. Along with the inheritance test it would be enough to get a trial for her godfather. The next week she came back with a smile.
"The court date has been approved."
"Padfoot is going to be let out?" Harriet asked with excitement.
"As long as he agrees to take venestrium and his tale shows it was not him."
"Will I get to see him?"
"That is in the works, honey. Sirius will have to agree on some things first and take care of his health. We aren't going to make promises that we can't keep but we will do our best." Anne cleared up.
"What about Moony?"
"I have a meeting with him in a few days after, but it all depends on where their loyalty's lay."
"I see."
"So, I hear your doing very well."
"Yes, last food doctor visit is Monday."
"Oh, I'm so happy to hear that. I am so proud of you. "
"Then guess what, Christmas is next Friday, and I get presents. Even more than I already did. Aunt Anne and Uncle Tod gave me new toys and clothes.
"Because they love you and you deserve the absolute best. Still getting along with Serena." The two kids hugged each other."
"Yes, I love my new cous/sibling."
"Awesome, I am happy for you. I have to go now but will be back with news in a week or so." Anne walked her out as Tod helped set them up for lunch.
"Um, Uncle Tod?"
"Yes, Harriet?"
"I, er, thank you for loving me and not being like him." The man held back tears." That was the first time she had directly talked to him without Anne being in the room."
"You don't have to thank me for that ever. I love you and while I might not replace your father, I think of you as my own. You are just s much of a daughter to me just like Serena is." He sat her plate down. "You know that right?"
"I think I'm starting to. What can I get you for Christmas you grownups have been asking us, but haven't said what we can get you?"
"I'm touched. You two do not have to get use anything, however if you want, you two can make us picture. Anne and I would love that." The two grinned.
"We can do that." Serena stated Anne came in talking on the phone.
"Yes, Saturday will be good for us. Don't worry we'll cook, and we can have tea as the little ones play. Alright see you then."
"Who was that Dear?"
"Michelle. Her Father has a meeting in the house Saturday, and they would rather stay away. I told them they can come have that chat."
"Chat about what?" Harriet asked. The family froze, realizing that same chat had not been done with her yet.
"Um, well we were waiting for you to feel more at home and felt more safer."
"I do now."
"Then once we eat let's head to the living room. She needs to be told. And as we know it does not do well to keep a scout in the dark.
"We always get the call no matter if we want to or not." Serena agreed with a sigh, so after lunch they went to the living room.
"So, what's a scout?"
"Well, you are." Luna transformed into the human form. "Also known as a sailor scout. Kind of like a superhero,"
"Who, no. I'm just a kid."
"For now, but you have a great destiny, Princess Terra."
"That's what Amara and Michelle called me."
"Because you are the Earths princess."
"I am."
"Yes, back in our universe and here too I guess." Serena tried to explain.
"So, mommy and Daddy were royalty."
"No, this is where it gets a bit confusing. Part if you are from here and another part of your soul is from another earth. Reincarnation or rebirth."
"Ok.. why would that part of me come here?"
"Well along time ago as princesses of our planets we um were."
"Put to sleep forever." Anne tried to find a way to explain
"And you woke up in this body." Luna nodded.
"We however woke up centuries later in our world."
"Why didn't I and why are you here now."
"Somebody took you before you could be reborn there.
"Who."
"Albus Dumbledore."
"Ok, why and is he a bad guy?"
"We are unclear at this time what his motives were, but you are safe, and this changes nothing. Just like I told Serena you are our daughter. Do you understand?"
"Yes, but what does this princess thing mean?"
"It means you are Earths Guardian and one day if we can bring crystal Tokyo, you will be an actual princess again." Serena explained.
"You will also in a couple years be able to transform into sailor Earth or this worlds version."
"Protector, that seems like a big responsibility."
"It is, but you're not alone. We will always be here to back you up."
"And this is something you three aren't allowed to just go off and do for a very long time." Anne's eyes furrowed."
"Of course, hehehehehe." Serena tried to give an innocent face.
"I mean it. No fighting those negaverse people. You are too young."
"But what if somebody is in danger or being bullied?" Serena asked.
"Then you get us. We might not be sailor guardians, but that does not mean we are defenseless."
"Yes, Mother"
Saturday
"Are you sure this is a good idea. Letting the Children be so close to the Muggle world and be around half bloods?" Narcissa asked. "They congregate more together and what if Draco gets lost of has an accidental episode. It's been happening more frequently."
"It gets them out of the house while we have company and for the first time will truly be child free. While I do not like the muggle society, making friends with the children will be good for later on in life and perhaps he can make friend who are not dunderheads. Besides it's always good for him to make contacts for later in life and can be a good influence as to what wizards and witches need to be."
"You're not just saying that because of Anne. I'm not stupid, I know you use to have a thing for her."
"Narcissa, you know, my wife and I would never do that to you."
"We were married on a contract not out of what those muggle borns call true love."
"Yet, I have come to have that for you through growth. Something I somewhat want for Draco."
"Astoria Green Grass might be a rather good choice."
"Or someone even better."
"Anne's child."
"Serena?"
"Harriet."
"The adopted one you mentioned who might be"
"Potter"
"Wouldn't that be considered sacrilege."
"Perhaps or perhaps not. With the right influence we can keep her from Dumbledore and this child might be a permanent fix to being protected from Voldemort. Heaven forbid if he comes back. I do not want to have to bring the children into a life of murder. The man ifs gone but could return. If we make sure Harriet is powerful and can see the dark does not mean exactly evil, then we might have a chance."
"Isn't Serena older though? It is not proper to take the younger before the eldest."
"True, we would need to bring a proper suiter for her too I suppose. I we want this to work."
"Were heading out father and Mother." Amara stated with a slight frown. As if showing disapproval from what she just heard. "You know if you're planning to marry the boy off, it shouldn't be done so openly."
"And this is my room, to which you should knock first."
"You're the one who left it open."
"Shouldn't you put on something a bit more lady like, Amara. Impressions are everything."
"They already have the right kind of impression, besides saving their children should be good enough to do the trick."
"Hmph, come along then, I want to talk to you three."
"Draco, Michelle. Living room, now."
"Yes, father?" Draco asked as he entered. Lucious gathered his thoughts for a moment as he watched the fire.
"You three are going to the muggle world for the first time." The elder two gave a look of sure. "To which you have no clue how they operate.
"They are beneath us, right father?"
"Draco!" Michelle frowned
"Just because magic might trump a lot you should still have respect. It is not tactful to say such things. People are more resourceful than you know."
"And how do you think you can make such a statement." Lucious asked the girl.
"I read, Uncle. They are quite crafty." The man cleared his throat."
"As I was saying. You are going to the house of two witches, who need proper influence and culture up bringing. It would do well for you the ones to be that influence." Draco smirked at this. "You are to become friends and earn their trust. There are those in our world who would wish to brain wash them into the Dumbledore cult. We must nick that in the bud right now. Draco, you of all three need to become close to the girls, especially Harriet."
"To keep her from befriending the wrong people."
"Yes, and more you won't understand until you are older."
"Yes Father."
"As for you two are to show how well the Malfoys are raised and report back on how they act at home, along with potential Allies."
"If that is what you wish, come Draco!" Amara ordered and had him touch an object. A few seconds later they arrived in the Dursleys back yard."
"That always feels weird." Draco stated.
"Just wait until your allowed to use the flue network." Michelle commented.
"Draco, you're to forget all of what father just said."
"What do you mean? Aren't we suppose to listen to him and I want friends."
"And you shall have them, if you go about, it the right way." Michelle knelt and smiled. "However, father doesn't know how to make friends and what he think as great statis doesn't mean anything. I will tell you right now, those two are not going to care if your rich and a pure blood. What they care about is how you treat them and what you do to contribute to the friendship." She conjured a few flowers."
"How did you do that? I though magic was forbidden until eleven."
"Wandless is different. If you can keep a secret, maybe I teach you harmless things in a year or two."
"Deal."
"Draco!" Harriet bounded out happily.
"Amara, Michelle!" Serena hugged the two with a happy smile. "I've missed you guys." Amara patted her head.
"There, there dumpling."
"You are doing alright?"
"Yeah, my parents have been great and Harriet along with Luna have kept me going." The two older ones turned to the adults."
"Good, why don't you play with Draco."
"Um, this is for you, Harriet."
"Pretty, for me? Really?" The girl gave a smile. "A white rose. I love it" She blushed as she studied it and couldn't help but to think this had happened before and then Harriet turned to him. For a second it wasn't Draco, but someone else. "And you can call me Terra. I want my friends to call me that."
"A flower was all I had to do to be your friend?"
"Not that, but the thought. Before I came here. I didn't have many things and now I have everything I had ever wished for, thank you.
"Wow so cute." Serena piped in. Draco handed her one to.
"Michelle thought it would be a good idea."
'It is, thank you."
"How about I put them in a vase for you two and you can show him your room. Tea is at the table, but don't eat too many biscuits."
"Thank you, mother."
"Come on Draco." Harriet hesitantly put her hand out and the boy could tell it took a lot of confidence and seemed a bit timid yet could not fathom why. He wouldn't hurt her."
"Alright." He gently took the hand and felt an overwhelming warmth as if he had long ago. Terra felt the same way and for once felt true safety. She had this feeling with her new family, but there was something about Draco. The two older ones watched him be hauled by the girls and the energy between them.
"Huh, maybe that thought might not be far off." Michelle commented."
"I think we have found a way for him not to grow into the prat we fear."
"Would you two like some tea?" Anne asked."
"That would be lovely." The blue haired girl stated and followed them. Amara did so too and once she took the tea her eyes turned to studying the two.
"So, you know?" She asked with a protective frown
"Yes, Serena told us a few weeks ago. We caught her acting differently and questioned her about it. She was so heartbroken and couldn't hide it anymore."
"And you believed the child?" Michelle spoke up.
"Kind of hard not to when she transformed right in front of us."
"And just like that accepted it?" Amara questioned
"She's, our kid. Harriet is our niece. Tod and I vowed to always accept our children, No matter what. Just like I you three ever need anything, We'll be there too. I made a promise and one that is not meant to be broken" Amara eased up.
"Not that we really need him, I wish Luscious would try more. At least with Draco."
"You know, you girls seem to be much more mature then eight.
"We were 24 in the other world. We are or were the Outer scouts. We're going to transform into something at some point, but more than likely something with this magical world.
"Outer Scouts. Serena mentioned that."
"Yes, I was Neptune, Amara was Uranus Hotaru was Saturn and then Setsuna was pluto." A few tears streamed from her."
"Are you ok?" Michelle wiped her eyes.
"We raised Hotaru and we have no clue where she could be and Setsuna. We don't know if she came back."
"Oh, I'm so sorry."
"I couldn't imagine what we would do if we lost Serena and Harriet." Tod piped up
"Which brings us to our question. What are your intentions?" Amara frowned again.
"To raise and love them of course."
"what about their destiny? Are you going to help prepare them?"
"Of course, if they choose that path."
"Whether they choose it or not, it will happen. Fate is strong with us."
"Were not meaning to sound snarky, it just our job to protect the moon and Earth princess."
"I see, what about Draco is he like you two." The girls looked to each other.
"It's a possibility." Amara stated. "We never met him in the previous life, but he reminds us of someone from the other Earth Kingdom."
"Speaking of which There are things you should know."
"Lucious has alternating motives. That man never changes. Let me Guess Harriet. I knew I should of Obliviated his mind."
"He wants to form a pact and make Harriet persuasive to both sides."
"Before Dumbledore." Michelle commented
"He doesn't tell us thing, but I think the man wants an out from Voldemort and realizes the only way to do so is her." Anne cringed as Todd grew angry.
"She is a child."
"But not for ever. We have both memories and slightly remember what it was like. That is not an era we wish to live. We're not saying give into to exactly what he wants but keep an open mind and try to find some common ground.
"What exactly would he be proposing?" Tod knew he was not going to much like it
"Let me guess, contracts."
"Marriage."
"Hell to the no. You can tell that man to shove it."
"I so wish I could." Amara acknowledged.
"That is so four centuries ago."
"Not in the Magical world, Tod. A lot of families still do it to protect bloodlines or a way of getting things."
"That's barbaric."
"Which is why I left and while I am not willing to put our children's happiness on the line a compromise might be in order."
"Anne, you know I trust you, but why would you want to listen to what he has to say."
"Because Luscious joining the Death Eaters would not be a good thing. Especially since he knows about Harriet.
"Even I hate saying this but were going to need all the help we can get this time. I feel Usagi, I mean Serena had good instinct to come to you two and there had to be good reason. The same way I eel although we can't trust him all the way, he isn't a Dumbledore fan. Yes he has his own agendas, but I feel he truly doesn't want to return to Voldemort."
"I thought he was dead."
"Unfortunately, the dead don't always stay dead in the magical world. Especially with the dark magic he casted onto Harriet."
"He what?" Michelle grew a bit concerned.
"A Horcrux. It's a very evil spell. The most inhumane of all. You kill someone and the part of your spirit seeps into something. You don't fully die and can be brought back. They believe this one was accidental but there are more. Fortunately for Harriet it was a weak one and they will be able to remove it in a few days. That is why I'm glad she got to see Draco and you two. She needs as much distraction as possible. Although painless when sleeping any kind of event like that can be stressful."
"Then we will tell our parents, she is going through something and it would be best for all interest if we visit a few hours a day. If that helps."
"It will, Michelle." Tod nodded. While Anne had some hesitation for a Lestrange hanging around the children, she didn't seem like her mother and it seemed while they didn't say it needed support too. Something they truly would not get from their own parents.
"That would be great. Say two to whenever. We put them down for naps after lunch."
The children's room
Draco was rather surprised to see how much smaller their room was compared to his. Yes, it had room for three beds, and toys, but his was still much bigger. Yet the two seemed to be very happy.
"So, this is your room and toy room?"
"Mostly but we sometimes can take our art stuff to the children's study." Serena replied.
"It's a lot bigger than what I use to have. Look at these toys and my new doll."
"Doll? Does it do magic?"
"No, you pretend with it."
"Pretending without magic. What could you possibly pretend without magic?"
"Everything. We can play doctor, school. House. Martial arts. Uncle Tod says were Gunna start next year. High yah. I can't wait for Martial Magic."
"You made the audition?"
"Yeps" Serena nodded.
"Cool Mum and Dad keep arguing. Dad wants me to because potentially Drumstrange. Mum Wants me to go to Hogwarts." Luna jumped up next to Draco. Giving him a slight perturb eye, remembering the trouble he had caused the other day, but then saw a symbol of earth flash and loosened up.
"Kitty?" He smiled and went to pet her.
"Yes, yes Kitty. My name is Luna. Oh why did you stop? That feels good." Draco had froze. It talked. Could this be an animigus like his father had warned him about. "
"Cause you probably just scared him halves to deaths." Serena squeaked with her childish voice. "Cats don't talk here either remember?"
"Heh, oh yeah." She smirked and turned into her human form. "Hi there, I'm Luna."
"Your... your."
"No, I am a moon cat. Kind of the opposite, but you can't tell anyone ok?"
"Then why did you tell him?" Serena questioned.
"Oh come off it. While this young boy might be a bit spoiled. You know he is going to be around a lot."
"What do you mean?" Serena asked. Luna pointed to Harriet and Draco. You seriously don't feel the connection miss match maker."
"Huh?" The two questioned.
"Luna were three!" The cat just laughed.
"They'll figure it out just like you did with your prince."
"Wait.. Oh..aw…" Serena could finally seeing the small Earth symbol flash between the two."
"What are you talking about?"
"Oh don't you worry young prince of the dragons?"
"Hey I like that name." Luna snickered. "so that is your bed then?"
"Yep, but you can't tell anyone I can transform, ok?"
"Not even Amara and Michele."
"They already know. So, its ok to talk with them, but nobody else."
"They do? What about my parents?"
"No and we need to keep it that way."
"If you teach us how to do the same." Draco smirked doing what Amara would do. "I scratch your back, you scratch mine."
"Draco it's important that you do. People might hurt us if they knew." Harriet piped in as Luna watched them.
"Oh, really, Sorry." He felt a bit of shame
"Fine but you can't until your magic is stronger. Magic is not something that can just be wielded. It grows just like you do." Luna sighed.
"How old do we have to be?"
"Eight. Eight and I can start you on the path. It took a long time for me to turn Human and probably the same for you to become an animal. Martial magic would help to learn how to work with magic."
"Then I'll talk my parents into it. Even if I am not sent to Drumstrange. Where are you guys going?"
"Hogwarts."
"we have a mission." Serena stated
"Then that's where I want to go. That is If we can be friends. What's the mission? I want to help."
"Of course. We're going to all be the best of friends." Harriet hugged him, somewhat shocking the other two." She did that sometimes with them, but not that strong of a hug. "He can join our group right?"
"I think so. He is the prince of Dragons after all."
"Wait so he's really from the other Earth Kingdom?"
"I think so. We weren't the greatest friend with them, but there was a truce and I think I Barrell hadn't happened, these two would have potentially brought earthlings together.
"What do you mean prince of Dragons?" Luna sighed.
"Sit down younglings and I shall tell you the kid rated story. It took about an hour to fully explain. Even then it was hard to kind of understand, but Draco believed it. He now knew his purpose something that seemed a miss which is why he tried so hard to be like his father.
"So, what do we do?"
"Right now, just be a child. Start training when your old enough and try not to draw attention from Dumbledore and more so you cant tell anyone. Besides Serena's parents we do not know who to trust." A knock came from the door.
"Come in!" Serena stated. Amara and Michelle entered."
"How's it going? Is he being a gentleman? Wait who? Luna?"
"Guilty." Luna giggled. "We were just welcoming him into the Senshi family."
"You told him?"
"You guys are one of them?" Draco awed. "Why didn't you say anything. I'm your brother and the Prince of Dragons." Amara sighed.
"Great, now that's totally going to fill his ego." Michelle chuckled.
"We weren't sure, but I guess Luna confirmed it. You realize the responsibility right, Draco?"
"Yes, Luna explained."
"We'll have to go over rules later with you."
"Man, when did you guys become extra parents. Rules, rules rules." The teens just came over and hugged him.
"Because we are family and family look out four each other." Amara sighed.
"And Hotaru? I hear you in the night sometimes. She was in the other world right. Came here too?"
"We hope so."
"Then I'll help you find her."
"Same with us. I feel the same way about Rini." Tears came to Serena.
"Then we'll find her too." Draco vowed. "Were going to find them all." Serena piled in on the hug. They stayed a few more hours, the older two watched the others play and even joined in some. When it came time to go Draco did not really want to go. This is where the princesses lived. He let the want to guard them.
"Their parents can take care of them and we have a mission,"
"What's that?"
"To report back to Father. you cannot tell him how much fun you had with the muggle toys though. He is not the biggest fan of it.
"You know after today. I think he is wrong. If he could see what we did."
"And he will but were going to let Ann and Tod handle that though. Now we should go, before he becomes cross. We'll be back tomorrow ok."
"Alright." He gave a small bow to the other girls and left.
Malfoy Manor.
Lucious watched the three return. "About time."
"Building the right reputation takes time Uncle." Michelle retorted. "And Draco was filling the girls' heads of magic. Wasn't exactly a lie."
"Good. Draco, have an elf draw you a bath."
"Yes, father."
"And what about you two? Are they willing to meet?"
"Yes, all be it I do not see them forcing a relationship on their children."
"Harriet is a ward, not their child." Michelle frowned a bit.
"Just like I am, I suppose." Lucious felt a twinge of guilt yet tried not to show it.
"You know you are our child at least until your mother gets out.
"To them she is theirs and will not give her up. However, while they may not be willing to sign marriage contracts, a form of family contract." Lucius grew from somewhat agitated to a bit pleased.
"This could be a good thing. We'll have to keep the children's friends though."
"I don't think that will be too hard. Harriet, it seems will need to go through a procedure soon and needs a distraction. Draco hit it off with them and their parents think it might be good for her if Draco came around a lot." Luscious felt a bit proud of his son, he had done well. He would have to reward him later.
"The poor child. What procedure?" Narcisa asked.
"Something to do with that night and He who must not be named."
"And is recovering from the previous guardians."
"Previous guardians?" Narcisa grew confused.
"They were hurting her." Amara growled. The two frowned. Hearing this Lucious might not be the father of the year but would never go that far. The man nodded.
"Very well we shall appease this request. You two are to bring him over after your tutor sessions. Each day or a few hours a a gesture of good will. Now go wash up. Your mother and I need to talk."
"As you wish father." The girls left them to think about a lot and how to plot the meeting.
End of chapter 2
Yes, I know that's not how Lucious acts in the books and movies, but I have always felt while he was not the greatest man of all, he did not want to go back to serving Voldemort and this gives a new story or the two kingdoms of Earth along with possible redemption. Also funny having Amara and Michele whipping Draco into shape to be a decent friend and to find his own footing besides the one of his father's. If you liked it don't forget to follow review and all that Jazz.