La seconda canzone di una madre

Summary;

All of her life, Lumiere wanted to become Mother. Being betrayed by her first family in all but blood left a bitter taste in her mouth that pushed her to wish for her own son.

Born from her flesh and blood.

Even being a Mistress of Death, her wish never wavers. So even if her Forced Vacation backfired, she still gotten her wish. To become the mother of one Tsunayoshi Sawada.

Chapter 1

"I'm sorry .. .please forgive me,"

The harsh raindrops where the only background. Biting her busted lips, emerald green eyes glared upon twinkling blue eyes of her Teacher, her mentor. The one she treated as her own grandfather.

"You are not sorry," she whispered, her throat is hoarse from too much screaming. From pain, from pleading, she have no recollection.

Especially when those bastards r—

"I hope Death would be merciful for you, Headmaster."

Familiar bone white wand is pointed on her forehead as Headmaster Albus Dumbledore fired the killing curse upon herself.

"Avada Kedavra,"

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"Welcome, Mistress. I have been waiting,"

"Hello, Death. Care to tell me what happened?" Lumiere Louise Potter-Black asked as she looked around.

She was currently in a beach alongside a tall handsome blonde with sapphire blue eyes wearing beach clothes.

"You died like the others. The setting through .. . just feel like it." Death replied as he took a sip of his martini.

"Thank you. I never been in a beach before," Lumiere held the straw hat placed on her wavy black hair. She noticed she is wearing a pair of black and green stripped two piece bikini with butterfly attached on her left bosom.

I never noticed my boobs are this big. .

"Anyway, you are now officially my Master since you completed the Deathly Hallow collection and manage to passed the requirements to become my bitc. .I mean Mistress." Her eyebrow raised at the blunt cut off. "However, it is your choice if you wanted to become the Master of Death like the others."

"And that does entail minus the ongoing paperwork?"

"Trolling around."

"Ho? Please explain,"

And explain he did. Death—or Rico which he preferred to be called is an Italian born a few millennium years ago before he became one of the Deaths. He told her the he is now her partner and the usual shebang.

He reaps souls, she signs and assigns their souls on their places.

And oh, she could use Shadow Clones to finish her never ending paperwork. And stamps keyed to her magic.

"Okay, where do I sign?"

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Few millenniums later,

Oh anima effimera

Che ti celi profondo dell'inganno.

Chi hai continuato ad aspettare nel bosco

Deserto?

Privato di un'ala.

L'uccellino ha chiuso gli occhi in silenzio.

La sofferenza e svanita lontano;

Ora l'uccellino non piange piu.

Una orbida nebbia d'argento

Una orbida nebbia d'argento

Avvolge teneramente ogni cosa.

Riposa, riposa in pace.

Nel racconto che ho scritto, puoi volare in liberta.

Ecco il mio ultimo incantesimo.

Affinche la tua luce non conosca ombra

Che lo splendido sogno dorato non venga infangato

Dalla tristezza apportata dalla verita.

La foresta della colpa,

Che consumava l'uccellino.

Si e dissecata in silenzio.

Petali caduti al vento avvolgono

Con dolcezza le guance pallide.

Quel giorno, quanti misteri

Avrei dovuto risolvere per poteti portare via?

Riposa, riposa in pace.

Nell'illusione che hai creato,

Ho conosciuto l'amore.

Non smettero` di pronunciare il tuo nome.

Per continuare a dare vita ai tuoi desideri.

Che niente e nessuno ti trascini

Nelle tenebre dell'oblio.

Riposa, riposa in pace.

Dolce amore . . . . in pace

( title; Ricordando ill passato)

"Lovely as always, Lumiere,"

Lumiere smiled before turning around to see Rico standing behind her, a soft smile adorn his handsome face.

"Thank you, Rico. You taught me that song. . . and I feel calm whenever I sing it," she replied before returning her graze towards the lake where their cottage resides. Touching the water's surface, she took a handful of water and watched it escape from her palm. "Do you need my assistance?"

"Not really. I'm just here to ask you if you want a vacation." Rico sat beside her and wrapped his left arm over her shoulders. Lumiere closed her eyes and leaned on his chest.

"Vacation, huh? Is it our turn?"

"Indeed."

Silence filled them. You can only hear Mother nature humming as the leaves of the trees sway softly from the wind.

"When can we go?"

"Now."

The Mistress of Death abruptly opened her eyes. Last thing she saw is her smirking partner.

"RICOOO!"

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Nana Sawada is known as a plain housewife, the mother one child name Tsunayoshi 'Dame Tsuna' Sawada. It is known to the neighborhood that she is an airhead and raising her son all by herself.

She fully ignored the gossips, the sharp words from her fellow housewives. It hurt that her husband, Iemitsu is never home but she still has her Tsu-kun.

Her ignorance and delusion that she is living in a perfectly normal life drove her son away from her.

The Sky Infection her darling unknowingly infected her locked Nana in a delusion. A delusion that she cannot break anymore.

A perfect body to inhabit especially she unknowingly carrying the DNA of a dead line.

So when one day Nana collapse because of heatstroke inside her house, her soul vanished and thrown into the reincarnation cycle immediately.

The once caramel brown eyes turned emerald green as one Lumiere Louise Potter-Black-Peverel woke up after several millenniums of being dead.

Her reaction?

Screaming in bloody murder.

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"Okay, calm down, Lumiere. Calm. The. Fuck. Down." Lumiere hit her head on the table as she tried to calm herself. Taking several deep breaths, her heart rate went back to normal as she assimilate and arranged the memories using her Occulmency. Her memories as Nana are hazy at best but the highlight of them are one Iemitsu Sawada and Tsunayoshi Sawada.

Snapping her fingers, three files landed on her palm which she opened. She read about her life as Nana.

Lumiere is utterly disgusted upon her descendant's behavior. Ignoring her own son? She would never do that!

"I always wanted to build a large family. . ." Lumiere uttered softly as she continued to read the file. "How could my descendant utterly ignored a child in favor of her dead beat and liar of a husband is beyond me! Grr! What the hell am I thinking believing upon the moron? Divorce is up the list! No, I should check if my Vaults are still alive or I am going to take a visit in England. . . mooh.. . its been years since I step foot in there." She held the file of Nana and burned it on her hand. "Next. . readi—"

"Mama, your hand is on fire!"

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Sawada Tsunayoshi is known in Namimori as Dame Tsuna. He is the dead last of his classes, clumsy and weak to boot. Bullies loves him and the teachers hated him on sight even if he had done nothing to warrant such blatant attacks on his person.

Heck, even his own mother saw him as Dame-Tsuna.

Today, he came home late in order to avoid his ever persistent bullies. Good thing the Disciplinarian Committee caught them earlier.

He entered the quiet house after murmuring a soft 'I'm home'. Tsuna was about to go up on his room when he heard some shuffling off papers.

". . . I always wanted to build a large family. ." he heard his mother uttered softly as she continue to read a file. "How could my descendant utterly ignored a child in favor of her dead beat and liar of a husband is beyond me! Grr! What the hell am I thinking believing upon the moron? Divorce is up the list! No, I should check if my Vaults are still alive or I am going to take a visit in England. . . mooh.. . its been years since I step foot in there." She held the file of Nana and burned it on her hand. "Next. . readi—"

Wha? Mama came from England?! Tsuna's jaw dropped in disbelief. He panicked seeing the file burned on is mother's hand.

"Mama! Your hand is on fire!" he screamed as he ran towards the fire extinguisher.

"Oh, I know. Worry not, those flames of mine is definitely not burning my hand." She rolled her eyes. "Tsunayoshi, please calm down and sit .DOWN."

The cinnamon bun immediately followed the order and sat down in front of her. Tsuna immediately noticed a file with his name and wince.

"I haven't read yours yet. Welcome home." Emerald green eyes locked on his own caramel brown ones. "I know you had questions but I will answer them once we had dinner. I apologize for the confusion, Tsu-kun." His mother massage her temple as he noticed her brown hair turned into midnight black and grew down to her small back. A familiar green ribbon made an appearance which is now tied on the side of her head.

"Tsunayoshi, it seems we will be having our delivered. Damn it, Rico. . . confusion to the max? Even I had gotten confused." His mother stood up and grabbed the phone as he stay rooted on his seat. Once she finished her call, she returned on her seat.

"My name is Lumiere Louise Potter-Black-Peverel, Lady of the Most Ancient and Noble house of Potter, Black and Peverel. I am originally a first generation English Pureblood making you a half British, a quarter Italian and Japanese." Lumiere let out a soft sigh as she waved her hand and the kettle stated to boil itself on the stove, much to the shock of Tsuna. "I am a wand waving broom riding witch. Ignoring that, I am one of the richest witch in Magical Community.

"According to the letter my partner left for me, I was supposed to be in a vacation. However, something backfired that notion and I haven't awaken twenty years ago. I have no clue why I have awaken now of all times but I do swear with my blood and magic, that I will never neglect you like my foolish fake self-did." Lumiere's eyes flashed vividly like the Killing curse, signaling her magic. She stood up and went around her son and hugged him. "I swear, Tsunayoshi Sawada, I will make up everything. Just give me a chance. . please."

"Mama. . " hot fat tears ran down his cheeks as Tsuna reciprocate the hug he is imprisoned in. "O-Okay. . "

They spend a long time hugging and only separated when the kettle screamed. Lumiere almost jump but just shook her head.

"Dear Merlin, that was startling." Rolling her eyes, she pat his head before turning her attention the kettle. "Do you want some tea, Tsu-kun?"

"Yes, please." The thirteen year old replied.

"You know, first thing after we finished on the bank, shopping. I don't know but all my clothes are so tight on my chest and it is not funny. I cannot hardly breathe." Lumiere complained as she served the tea. "So, I raided your closet. Who knew we had the same waist line?"

Tsuna pouted as he noticed his mother wearing one of his loose T-shirt partnered with ¾ khaki pants. A black sleeve orange jacket finished her get up.

"Its not my fault. . ."

"Course not. I'm just teasing you," shaking her head, she opened Iemitsu's file. "Oh? It seems your father is in the Mafia."

Tsuna spit his tea. "What?!"

"Yup, he is the Head of CEDEF of Vongola Famiglia. . . which you are actually a direct Heir. Not that you needed them. . hmp, you will be busy managing our wealth to care on such thing. Divorce is still on the list. . ." Lumiere twirled her fountain pen that the brunette could swear not there a moment ago. "Maah, not important but these evidence is enough for Divorce. I knew we had a property here in Namimori so we could move by next week. Mooh. . too much work, so little time~"

". .what caused you to decide that, Mama?" Tsuna asked.

"When I read the sheer stupidity of my Nana persona. Tsuna, I know you basically just met me today but your happiness comes first. You are my son and heir. Since I am not stupid, earning your trust is the first agenda. I am not a fool to think you could easily accepted me in your life. . ." Lumiere paused and stared upon her son who is blushing in embarrassment. "Oh come on. . . we need to fix that naivety of yours. I had so many enemies even if I am unsure if they are still alive after all those years. I still need to contact several people namely Rico. How troublesome."

"I'm sorry. . ."

That caught her off guard. "Pray tell, why are you apologizing? You are not used the way I originally think and you will learn it later on. I may be blunt on my words but do remember I won't lie to you. I do not like sugarcoating things and if you need to know such information, I will tell you. I won't even tell half-truths on you. Merlin, I spend the first seventeen years of my life being lied and molded to some twisted game of chess. Hailed as a Savior next I am accused being the next coming Hitler. How annoying,"

"It's just . . . this is the first time we just sat down to talk. . . things," Tsuna admitted as his hold on his cup tighten. "I cannot. . . remember the time we had done something like this."

Lumiere waited for him to continue.

"It's kind of. . refreshing."

"Is that so?" she took a sip of her tea. "I don't mind having such discussion whenever you want, Tsu. We had so much to do tomorrow, good thing its Thursday. I am going to call your school that we are going to England for the week."

"Are you sure that they are still. .. there?" the brunette asked.

"They are. When I died, I locked my vaults and created a new will. The Goblin Race, they are the holders of Wizarding Treasury, is my friend. And I do not think they would try to anger the Last Peverel." Lumiere's eyes snapped towards the door when the doorbell rang. "Clean up, Tsu. Dinner is here."

Tsuna nodded before following his mother's instruction. It took him thirty minutes. When he gotten back, the table is full of food and his Mother is gently removing a box of strawberry shortcake from its box. He also did a double take seeing the label of the cake.

"The cakes there are so expensive, Mama!"

"Tsu, money is no problem. Also, I think I remember you once said that you wanted to try these." Lumiere swipe a frosting and plop it on his mouth. "So? What's the verdict?"

Tsuna blushed. "Sweet. ."

"Hatchling~ I was named after a chocolate. Cakes are supposed to be sweet." Rolling her eyes, she tasted it herself. "Hmm, nice. But I can make it better. C'mon, let's eat."

"Hatchling?" he repeated.

"That was my pet snake usually called me. And yes, I could speak to snakes. If Sella is still alive, you will meet her." Lumiere pushed him gently towards his seat. "Now then, how was your day?"

"Same as always. . you will know once you read my file, Mama." Her son's reply made her raise an elegant eyebrow.

"Well, when I woke up earlier, the first thing I did is to scream in bloody murder. . ."

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Dinner is spend in laughter. Lumiere admitted she loves seeing Tsuna crying in laughter, acting so carefree.

Not the skittish kitten that is beaten too much. As she secretly studied her son, her firstborn acting like her when she still a naïve and submissive idiot, it painted a large ugly picture way too similar to her own life.

Sighing softly, Lumiere gently rake her finger upon the fluffy brown locks. They are currently on the couch watching a movie. Her attention is not on the said Movie, of course. They are focused upon her teenage son using her lap as his pillow. Half way to the movie, Tsunayoshi fell asleep.

Using the opportunity, she casted a wandless diagnostic scan towards her son.

The results. . . made her fume.

Her son is being bullied. Tsunayoshi almost rivaled the injuries she sported when she is still living upon her relatives. She held the urge to unleash her Killing Intent wilts she might kill the plants decorating the house. Tsuna is dense, not stupid.

Lumiere's eyes held confusion as she read the results. It all started when Tsuna is five. .

Sky Flames; Actively sealed.

"Merde." She cursed as she picked up her son and shadow walked towards Gringotts English Main branch. The alarms blared up making Tsuna woke up with a start.

"Lady Peverel." A goblin approached her carefully, noting that her eyes are glowing with power.

"Lord Ragnarok. I apologize for my abrupt and rude arrival but this is an emergency." Lumiere gritted her teeth. "My son had a barbaric seal on his soul and I want it removed. Now."

"I see. Please follow me, Mistress, Young Heir Peverel." The Goblin Prince turned around as the alarms were turned off. Tsuna is still dizzy from the abrupt Shadow walk half way across the world.

"Tsuna, dear, listen to me." Glassy caramel eyes glance on her. "We will remove that seal, okay? Allow Mama to handle everything from here."

"Will it make the cold go away?" he murmured as Lumiere guided him towards the private office.

"Yes. We will."

"Okay. . its always been cold . . . too cold, mama. . ."

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Patience is one of the weak points of Lumiere when she is still a naïve little brat. However, being a cunning shadow back stabbing bitch is her forte.

So is information gathering.

"Hmm, so they did kill each other? Good riddance." She uttered as she read the files given to her by her Goblin friend, Ragnarok.

"Its only twenty years since you 'died', Lumiere." Ragnarok told her. "Where have you been? You made us worried."

"I died, Ragnarok. Even if it seems only twenty years had passed in here, it is twenty seven millenniums for me. I am the Mistress of Death and my Death partner Rico saved my soul from being devoured by hatred. Even my Forced Vacation is shot through the hell, I was given a chance to change an innocent child's life." Lumiere closed her eyes and leaned back on her chair. "How long should I wait?"

"An hour at most. I understand you are worried but rest assured that our Goblin healers do everything in their power to remove the barbaric seal on Heir Peverel." The Goblin Director sooth her worries.

"I'm sorry, its just. . . how could they do this to such sweet child? I just awaken for what. . four hours and I love that boy immediately to bits." Her nails clawed the armrest she is holding. "God dammit, I want their blood for this. If I see those two, I am calling a specific Blood feud!"

"It is in your right. The Vongola is just a branch of Peverel Family." Ragnarok helpfully told her.

An amused smile adorned her lips.

"Rag, did I already told you I love your race so damn much?"

"For the first time since you first step foot in here, yes."

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Tsunayoshi woke up slowly. He is confused because he knew his bed is not that soft. Opening his eyes, he looked on his right.

And saw a dark haired woman sleeping peacefully on a brown sofa wearing an expensive black dress. On her hand is a green book titled The Tale of Gutsy Ninja.

"Ma. . ma. ." he murmured weakly as his mother abruptly woke up.

"Tsuna!" Lumiere immediately stood up and fussed over the still weak boy. "Good grief, I'm so happy that you are awake! How do you feel? Dear Merlin, drink some water!" she poured a glass of water and placed a straw on it. Helping her son sat up from the bed, she allowed him several sips of water.

Cold water that soothed his dry throat.

Once he was fully awakened, Lumiere joined him on the bed and pulled him into a hug.

"Ma. . what happened?"

"We manage to remove the seal." She started. "However, such barbaric seal is not easily removed. I'm sorry but we need to de age you back being five years old in order for your soul to recover. Even with my blood—my true blood running now on your veins, the damage is too much."

"De-age me?"

"Indeed. Another chance for a pleasant and highly deserved childhood, not the one where you suffer with so much injustice. I apologize but I want you to live. You are my precious son and your health and happiness comes first . ." Lumiere kissed his sweaty forehead. "I'm so sorry. Because of my carelessness, you are suffering, Tsuna."

". . mm, its not your fault. At least, unlike Papa. . you made effort in earning my forgiveness. . ."Tsuna murmured as he closed his eyes. "Another chance. . well then, have it, Mama."

"Indeed." Lumiere wore a unique time turner around her and her son like she did on her third year. "We need. . . is more time."

Activating the Time Turner, they vanished in gold dust.

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A fourteen year old teenager arrived upon the newly furnished Peverel Mansion just beside the Hibari Estates. His spiky black hair is been hidden by a blue baseball cap. Adjusting his eyeglasses, his frost blue eyes glimmer in amber orange.

"Maah. . . Its been a while since I've been here!" he commented as he opened the door. "I'm home, Namimori!"

Redford Reason Peverel, formerly known as Sawada Tsunayoshi is back on his hometown.