March 17th, 1982
Dearest Petunia,
I can't believe that it's been a month since I've seen you. I'm so happy you were able to visit! It was such a great help having you around since Jem was born! I do hope you're considering our offer- Harry loves you so much and he's been a bit cranky about having a new little brother! It would be such a comfort to have you here.
The media circus still hasn't let up, they've dubbed Harry the 'Boy Who Lived'. There's something in the Prophet about him everyday! Little Harry is so famous, for something he won't even remember. I can't even take him to Fortescue's for ice cream without being hounded by reporters and fans. I'm a bit scared about how all of this will affect him as he grows up… I don't want him to be burdened with this label of saviour. It's far too much. James loves it though. He calls Harry his little auror, his little hero.
I know James is pleased that our son saved the wizarding world, but he's still so bothered by Peter's betrayal. He tries not to let me see it but he, Remus and Sirius are often locked up in the library talking about it, wondering what they missed. I do wish he'd let it go; Peter was always a bit of a rat. Besides, he's in Azkaban now, he can't do any more harm to us. James is also a bit put out that it was Severus' tip that led Dumbledore hiding us. Not a day goes by that I don't hear about 'Snivellus'. It's infuriating- the man saved our lives!
I'm just relieved we survived, but James can't even let himself be properly happy over Jem's birth. He has been so irritable and restless of late. He's always out with Sirius and never wants to be with me, Harry and Jem. I think he misses the war, misses the thrill of it all. I don't understand it. Peace is what we fought for, and now he's bored and unhappy. I do wish you were here, Tuney. I could use the company.
Love,
Lily
March 20th, 1982
Dear Lily,
How are you, dearest? And how are my nephews? I've thought about your offer, and while it sounds lovely, I've made a proper home here in Cullfield. A teaching post recently opened up at the village school, and I've decided to take it. You remember Mum and Dad leaving a bit of money for us… well, I've used my share to buy the cottage from Dumbledore! I do miss you though, and I promise to come visit again soon. Also, I'd love for you to come visit me! The cottage isn't as grand as Potter Manor but perhaps it could be a refuge from all that war talk. I can guarantee that no magical reporters will be here!
I must say, I AM impressed by Severus… what a terribly brave thing to do, to betray that awful dark lord like that! I never would've thought of Severus being a double agent, James Bond type. James is just a bit jealous, his friend turned out to be the traitor, and yours, the person he hated for so long, ended up being the one who turned the war to your side. It's got to be a bit galling. I'm sure he'll get over it though! And as for being restless… I suppose the war was such a huge part of your lives that he doesn't know what to do with himself now that it's over. I hope he realises how blessed he is! Anyway, I hope you're well! I'll see you soon!
Your loving sister,
Petunia
September 15th, 1982
Dear Petunia,
Something terrible has happened. Harry has lost his magic.
Jem is only seven months old and he's regularly displaying accidental magic, just as Harry was when James and I were in hiding. But Harry hasn't done a single bit of magic since the night Voldemort attacked. Dumbledore examined him and confirmed it… he must have lost his magic in the attack. Petunia, whatever shall we do? He can't possibly defend himself if Voldemort were to return. How will he live comfortably in our world if he has no magic? I am so afraid. Dumbledore tells us not to worry, that perhaps Harry will recover his magic in time, but there's no guarantee. From what I've read, it should have come back within a year of the attack and it hasn't. We're not telling anyone outside of the family for now... there are death eaters still on the loose and they've been hunting down old Order members. Our friends Alice and Frank Longbottom were attacked recently, and we fear they may never recover.
Euphemia and Fleamont keep saying that we need to give Harry up, somewhere he'll be safe. But James and I know we can never do that. He's our son. Besides, Potter Manor is safe, there is no safer place, except maybe Hogwarts. We will protect him. At least we agree on this. He's so distant from me now, and I fear it's not just this bad news about Harry. The war united us in a way that peace doesn't, and now that it's over… Never mind. I am being silly, and upset over poor Harry.
I am just so worried about Harry. Will he be upset about not having magic when he's older? Will he be safe? Thank Merlin you're around. I know you can guide us in raising him. And he'll have you to look up to. It WILL be alright, won't it Tuney?
Yours,
Lily
September 16th, 1982
Lily,
I KNOW Harry will be alright. He's got the best mum in the world. I know you're thinking of me, when you worry if he'll be angry about having no magic. But I don't think magic was ever the problem with us dearest. It was always Mum and Dad, and how they made me feel about being 'normal'. I know you won't do that to Harry. I know it will be okay, and I will always be here for you and for Harry.
Love,
Petunia
Mr. and Mrs.
Fleamont Potter
request the honour of your presence
at their Halloween Ball
on October 31st 1982, 6:00PM
at
Potter Manor
Let's celebrate one year of peace!
October 20th, 1982
M,
We have got to stop meeting. It's not good for us. I love my wife, and my family. It's not fair to them. This was a mistake. Please don't come to the Halloween Ball. Make any excuse. I can't do this anymore. I'm sorry.
J
October 21st, 1982
J,
You CANNOT be serious! I know you love me, I know you do. She's no good for you. Please don't do this. She will never love you the way I do. She's already given you one squib for a son. It's clear your marriage was a mistake. You can't ignore me. You'll be sorry if you do. I'll be at that ball. I'll show you I'm the one for you.
M
October 30th, 1982
Bellatrix,
There will be a ball at Potter Manor tomorrow night. The wards will be down and they say the child has no magic. Avenge your Lord.
A Friend
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