Harry and the friends were enjoying the weather even in December. There was no wind or anything, there was no clouds in the sky so the day was slowly getting dark with the sun setting over the lake. Harry told the heiress of the Nott Family most of what his other friends know. There was a few things of course he kept quiet. She was shocked but was glad she was with these friends now. This gave her security for her schooling. She was a bit worried about her home life now though. Especially when her father finds out she is friends with Harry Potter.
Harry could see she had something else on her mind. Something that was troubling her even though she was happy. He wanted to call her out but knew that ever ends well. They soon did notice it was getting near the time for them to be inside. As they walked Harry walked next to the now again glamoured Nott. He whispered to her so no one overheard him." Thellith there is something else bugging you? I could see it in your eyes as you were getting to know everyone. You don't have to hide anything we are friends and we protect each other."
She sighed before looking at the boy who changed everything for her during the school year. She sighed before telling him."I'm worried about what will happen to me and my mother when we are out of school. My father has all the old crew of his over a lot, they want me to soon start training for to join them. I am scared, my mother has also been for the last year. We need help and don't know where to turn. We are soon running out of options. Help us please, Harry you have to help us." She was crying into him now and holding him like a lifeline.
Harry was shocked but knew there was not a lot he could not without revealing way to much. He sighed and told her quietly while running a hand down her hair." I'm here for you, don't worry give me some time to figure it out. I will find something out. I will talk to Sirius and Amelia. ."
He stopped as he heard Morgana's voice in her head." Harry, listen to me she is being honest. I have watched the world, she almost had it as bad as you. She needs protection. Say this to her it will grant her most of the protections your families have.'Sub tutela Dracul. Si fractum mori igne cinis donec superest tantum cortex' She will be protected you may have to give her mother the same protection but that's little thing. Her family is actually heavy in dealing with Vampires so again it works and would be accepted by them as well."
Harry sent a mental thank you to her and focused back on the Heiress in front of her. he spoke the Protection."Sub tutela Dracul. Si fractum mori igne cinis donec superest tantum cortex." They both felt the tingle as the magic flowed through them.
Thellith was shocked by the protection she offered. She knew of the Dracul family, that was only due to her father dealing with Vampires. She felt a slight burn to her wrist. when she looked down and saw the Dracul family crest on her wrist. She widened her eyes and looked to Harry. Who nodded answering the question on her mind. He told her simply in a caring tone. "When I am able to meet your mother I will tell you everything. For now be yourself and feel safe. I promise you will be safe."
She was amazed even still she knew this would be her safety net. She threw her arms around him again. She knew he would be there like he said anytime. Her house was not so scary now. She backed away and nodded before heading to catch up with the girls who all waited for her. The guys it seemed it was better to just go up to castle. Though you could see them waiting near the entrance for Harry and Thellith to catch up.
Harry was feeling the drain from the oaths, and connecting with so many elves. Although it won't matter since his magical core refills faster than anyone else. He might need some food or even what little time it would take to refill it. Sure she got the protection of the family of the Potter family. Which is strong, but Dracul family magic and protections is another manor. In a sense gives a protection of a vampire and curses the opponent with the curse of a vampire. So with two families protection she will be untouchable from her father. Plus if any vampires see the mark they will protect her from who ever tries to harm her. It is second to only the true family power of head of house.
Meanwhile With the Meddler
Albus was not a very happy man. He was in his office and was having a very bad case of Déjà vu. His office was torn apart and looking as if a mini war happened. There was black marks everywhere. Fire was still seen burning what it hit. Ice chunks where thrown around. The meddler was in the middle of the now destroyed room breathing heavy and sweating.
He had expected everything to go back to normal when he came back Since he was leader of the light. But after the chair fiasco mostly when it turned into a pile of skulls. Plus barely any of the student body cheering for him. He was not in a good mood to say the very least. So he quickly ate after Harry and his friends left. He was shocked to see that the head girl and a perfect from the house were with him. He knew nothing could change that. He quickly ate and retreated to the office.
Once he got there he looked in the secret room he made and was shocked to find the three boys he had in there were gone. There was a carving in the wall though it seemed by who took them away from him." Thy Magic takes back what was not yours to begin with. Soul and body and magic are returned to the true owners. You are no longer the light leader as Tom is not of the Dark Leader." He truly was not happy now it seemed as if the magic of earth kicked him off the pedestal he had created for himself.
He was confused about why both him and Tom were both kicked off their thrones. Was this new person now in charge grey or were they something else entirely. He couldn't be certain but knew it was bad news for him and his plans. He already could feel the elder wand wanting to leave his hand every time he used it. This showed a change of mastership and allegiance. He couldn't think of who it belonged to he hadn't lost the wand at all.(going bit crazy now since he dismissed Harry) Albus in his rage threw every spell he could think of in his rage. When he didn't feel the connection to Fawkes or the music to calm him down he got even more angry. It seemed that his being arrested lead to the ritual being broken. Not realizing that Harry destroyed the bond. Since it was a false one anyways and not a true familiar bond.
The meddler threw the wand away after a while in his rage and how it felt in his hand. It was now on the ground in front of him as he tried to compose himself it barely worked. He was slowly calming down as he was trying to figure what he would do. He had many plans in play some were this year. He also had some that for the next few years. He can't let them get to lose or everything will be for nothing, and for his greater good.
The meddler heard a knock but didn't want the company so he simply let them think he was not there. After a few minutes the knocking stopped and a note appeared on his desk. It seemed it was from Snape. All the note said was.'Beware, he knows of everything'. This caused Albus to freak and was even more angry. He know had confirmation Harry knew everything he had done to his family. Now he was really mad even more mad than he was when he first entered his office. He glowed a dark purple colour and soon there was curses and other spells. Ones even he swore he would never use on a human. He slowly now directed every part of his hate to Harry Potter. He still had problems thing it was only because of his plans were the problem with the boy acting the way he did.
Harry was feeling better after sitting in the inner courtyard of the Castle. He could feel the dark spells being throw though the castle in the headmasters office. He knew the man found out what happened while he was gone. Harry did hope the changes to the wards were still hidden from him. Since that would really give him trouble. The man could seriously do some harm to his friends or himself.
He had to figure out how to leave the Castle soon. He had business to do and need to do so soon as possible. He knew that there was not to much he could do while the meddler was around. Especially since he could feel all the anger and it was only directed to him. He was a bit worried now, well more now for his friends. This behaviour was what worried him. This was a sign of a man who will do anything to get his way and will kill to get it.
He sighed and realized it was only a week before he was going to be gone for Christmas break with all his friends. They had some thoughts of what to do of course but nothing concrete yet. He was curious as to how the true manner of the Potter family was. Sure there was Gringotts knew about. Yet thanks to the family ring, he knew the real one was actually in Canada that's about it. This one was hidden in a valley of mountains . The reason the Goblins did not know about it was because the dwarves and elves of North America. Goblins have not been able to really get into America because they are a bit cut throat for a the Magical nation there.
Harry found the knowledge after the troll incident. Since he protected everything in the castle before himself. The ring found him worthy of the location. He knew he would use the ring when on the platform. He was not going near his extended family. He knew he would be asking the group to the house. He did of course have to talk to the dwarves in the area. Plus all the families he was soon being allies with.
He soon snuck away from his friends. He had quite a few letters to write and send off. He really wasn't paying attention. Not realizing he had gained a follower. It was Vanessa who noticed he snuck away. She followed him at a distance, she had been worried about him. She noticed after a quick talk with Thelillth, he seemed to be drained of energy. She seen him cast spells she finds draining and walk away fine. Yet something today drained him.
She also had to talk to him. For the last few days she noticed something that was confusing her. Every time she looked at the boy her chest felt tight. When the two girls kissed him, there was twinges of jealousy. She never felt these feelings for or about anyone in her entire time at school. She also did want to write to her mother to figure out exactly what's going on with her. Yes she also wanted to talk to him.
Before she could think anymore she heard arry call out to her since he finally noticed her." Vanessa please come over. You know we can talk about anything you know that. I rather you not stalk me, remember we are friends." With that being said she soon came over and sat with Harry. He seemed to be writing quite a few letters and in the short amount of time he had written two already. Then she noticed something he had a separate quill and paper.
She sighed at being caught but sat beside him. There was a light blush on her face. One Harry did notice but said nothing. They soon were finished the letters. She watched as he summoned two owls, one that had gotten two letters. The other one she noticed was a international owl. The school kept a few around cause every now and then they get students from main land Europe or even Asia. She noticed though it was addressed to a bank in North America.
She raised a eyebrow but knew not to ask, but she had a self imposed mission to do. She looked at the boy who was six years younger and blushed again. She noticed he was also looking at her with amusement. She blushed before taking a deep breathe. She grabbed his hand and looked into the green eyes of him and told him simply but also filled with emotions."Harry, I am so confused by something. I have so many emotions for you. I feel my heartbeat so fast, heat come to my face when I look at you. Then when you kiss the two your engaged to I feel jealousy and also wanting to be them. I do not know what is wrong with me anymore." She didn't notice she had some light tears fall down her face.
Harry was a bit shocked but also not really, he could read her surface thoughts when they locked eyes. He hated doing it but it happened naturally. He noticed she was crying lightly and soon enveloped the older girl in his arms. He did have some feelings for her as well. He pulled a bit away and soon placed a kiss on her forehead. Then touched her forehead with his.
Vanessa was shocked when she felt his lips touch her forehead. Then when she looked at him she was eye to eye with him. She then decided to screw it and pushed her lips into his own. They both felt a slight shock from the kiss and never noticed something. Harry glowed a tiny bit of red and she glowed silver. They connected their magics just with a simple kiss.
Harry could feel something and knew what happened. Their magics accepted each other to the core. He wouldn't tell her just yet since it could cause some problems in choosing her true love. They may separate if she finds herself a better match than him. They both backed away and Vanessa was smiling at the boy in front of her. She was almost even giddy he accepted her. Then also the kiss just felt right. She knew she could be with him since he had so many names to keep alive.
After spending some time really learning about each other a bit the two left the owlery. They of course caught up to the rest who actually were now waiting inside the castle. Though it seemed as if something was wrong. Harry noticed Hermione was upset and had some tears. He walked over and soon the group was telling him about what happened. They revealed that Malfoy soon came up to them and started to curse them, or more just Hermione without using the normal slurs that Harry tabooed in the wards. He was about to get upset till Daphne told him that Neville had casted a spell at him that turned him into a bloated blimp and that Peeves took the boy for a tour around the castle. Showing everyone what happened when they they messed with the Longbottom Heir.
Harry was still ready to find the boy and destroy him atom by atom. Though he knew he would have to congratulate the Poltergeist for his part in it. He knew being master of the castle that Peeves actually wanted to be set free from his ghost curse. He only became one because the headmasters never got rid of them. Sure most of them welcome the roles they play but Peeves did not. He was cursed to live in the castle after the founders left him.
Harry called for Peeves."Peeves please come here. I need to have a word with you. It's about your original goal." With in milliseconds the poltergeist was there standing like a soldier. Harry chuckled and waved the salute off."Peeves for protecting my friends and family. I release you from Hogwarts as what should of been your right. Before you go though I have a offer for you?" This caused the man to bow and nod. Harry continued."I would like you stay here. Before you go off on a rant or throw something listen to me. I want you to become the defender of the Half and first gen witches and Wizards. I can try but like you seen with Malfoy I can't always do it. Will you please help me and Hogwarts with such a duty. Also you can still bug everyone like you do bug nothing harmful. Is that okay with you?"
The poltergeist saluted and told him in a shout."Hai, General Potter."With that the poltergeist left from sight. Harry and his friends shook their heads and soon split up. Since it was only a few minutes to curfew. Harry of course gave the warnings to everyone before they split up to not be alone with the meddler and always have the head of house with them when called to see him. Since the meddler is angry and might possibly try to get back at Harry though attacking his friends.
A few weeks later was the day harry was excited about. Even after the bad news that Albus managed to get the trial date changed for the solstice session. which was more than four months away.
They were happy, it was the day for them to leave for the Christmas and new years break. Since the meddler could not be near him he only told his head of house that he was leaving. Well that is for staff members that is. He did ask him to keep it secret till he was gone. Thankfully the dwarves of North America had a portkey that would bring him right to the front door of the Potter property.
He would only activate it while on the train. He told his friends of course what was going on and be prepared for portkeys to come to them soon. So he told them all to take their trunks with them when they left since there will be shopping and other things to bring back.
Harry and the friends soon went to the carriages and they helped hide him from sight. They used some glamores that are needed to be cast by others. He told Thellith and Vanessa to be ready to leave that night. The rest of the family and friends were the next day. This caused some excitement since they never figured they would be going to a different continent for Christmas.
Finally they were on a train and where heading back to the Kings Cross station. After about five minutes of Leaving Hogwarts Harry felt the pull of the Port key. he was able to kiss Daphne, Hermione and Vanessa before disappearing in a cloud of smoke. This confused everyone since they all have learned the effects of Port keys from Vanessa and Harry. Yet this one was different from everything they heard of. Was it because it was a dwarven creation not one of wizard or goblin.
Harry soon landed in front of the property. He did stumble every little amount since not use to this version. He really hated magical travel. Port keys and apparition were not so bad. What killed him was the floo travel. No matter what he did he always seemed to fall on his ass. Which being the lord of so many houses it was a bit of a humbling moment. He soon looked at the gate and saw the Potter arms on the gate with a small space to press his ring into. Which he did without hesitation and waited for the magic to see if he was worthy.
After about 10 seconds he watched as the door seemed to fall apart and the he was allowed inside. So he took a deep breath and walked inside the gate. After he was about four feet inside the door slammed shut. He looked at the sight behind him and he was shocked at the beauty of what he saw. He was in the middle of a giant mountain range. One in which seemed to circle the valley. He now knew why they called this place the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Thankfully being inside the property line allowed him to see everything out. There was a lake such a light blue he was curious if it was solid ice. He noticed the part of the lake inside the property was still looking like it was summer. Hell the entire grounds did.
Harry figure this was so the family could live here full time if they wanted to. Since he knew from public school Canada was colder than Britain was. He was soon interrupted in his thinking hearing a bunch of pops and voice behind him. Harry turned to see who and was shocked when he saw about four kinds of elves there. There was about 40 house elves all dressed in common muggle clothing. Though he could tell they had knives on them.
He looked to the other elves and was confused by them. He knew the Dark Elves were called Drow. He could tell the men were a bit submissive to the women who were the bigger of the Drow. The males seemed to be soldiers and mages while it seemed the women were clerics and priestesses. Most of the men had spears and shields a few had some crossbows. The women all had whips that looked like snake heads.
Next beside them were some elves that were almost different from the Drow these were the Sun elves. They were a fair skin almost bronzed looked. The hair of each were ranging from red to blonde. He could see this was a true warrior group. Every single one had two blades on their waist and at least what seemed like 4 quivers of arrows. With a bow that seemed almost as long as they were tall. Their armour was plate over chain and scale armour. showing they were the strongest of the group since the armour would have to weigh lots.
Harry moved on and saw these were a bit darker skinned these were wood elves. Almost like the east Indian twins in Hogwarts. They were not wearing very much for armour or anything it seemed to be made of wood and leaves yet the weapons were as of the others. These seemed to have staffs made of wood with iron or another metal woven into it. He could feel they were the strongest for the combat magic of the elves. He noticed it was a druid magic though since it was wild like them. It also had a more nature feel than the other elves.
The final group of elves shocked him to the core. He had heard of them of course only in the books he read. Yet none of these elves had been seen in almost a thousand of years if not even longer. They were Sky elves which was only women no males. He figure they left Britain and Europe to come here to hide and be safe. He could see they had only leather armour on. The weapons of course surprised him they were short spears. He figured they either expanded or they were throwing spears. He could see that the armour really did not leave much to imagination. Which thankfully he controlled the normal reaction.
He then noticed that the five races had one leader. Those leaders soon came forward. While the house elf bowed from the waist. The others went to their knees. Well besides the Sky elf who was bowing while keeping afloat. Harry was confused as to why such a show of support or such. He had to get to the bottom of this. He walked up to each of the the five that wee now kneeling or bowing. He raised their heads and helped them stand. The elves were shocked, This wizard who they never expected helped the leaders up. Hell he even hugged them as if they were family. Even the sky elf came down and let him hug her.
