Chapter 2
(5 Years Later)
"Mommy?" A small voice sounded in the little shack located at the back of the alleyway.
"Yes dear?" Orion stood to go to her adoptive son's side.
"There were some boys out there and I waved from the window," Raven hair shuffled up to the tall woman. "They acted like they didn't see me."
"Ah. I knew this time would come," Orion picked up the green-eyed child. As she sat down, and placed him on her lap as well, she started explaining. "Not many people can see our house, cara."
"Why?"
"Our house is protected by magic. Only other magical people can see our house. And only people with our blood or permission can enter our house."
"Okay. But why do we live in an alley? Why can't we live in a house like everyone else?" Harry looked up at the only mother he knew, small tears in his eyes.
"It is the only way we stay as safe as we do. There are bad people who want to hurt me, and who want to kill you. I'm so sorry that I have to scare you like this," She pulled the 5-year-old close to her bosom. "But you have to understand this, filius."
"I understand, mater."
"Good." Orion mussed up his already unruly raven black hair, and rubbed her nose against his.
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(4 Years After)
"Filius, we are going out. Pack a bag with two nights of clothes." Orion knocked on Harry's door.
"Yes, mater. Be out in a minute!"
Harry put down the book he was reading, and grabbed a small bag he kept for trips like this. He frowned some though, because his mother always told him where they were going. He just shrugged it off and quickly packed the bag.
"Where are we going, mater?" Harry slung the bag over his shoulder as he trudged down the stairs.
"We are going to Diagon Alley, cara. It is almost time for Hogwarts, and you need supplies. We also have an important errand to run." Orion struggled to her feet.
"Oh! Alright then!" He grabbed her arm, and linked it through hers. Then they were off.
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The duo arrived at the Leaky Cauldron, quickly heading to Diagon Alley. They first stopped at Gringotts. As they walked in, the goblins working behind the counters stood. They all took a look at the small child walking next to the older woman. They did not slow their pace until they reached the tallest counter. The goblin behind it bent down.
"What business do you have here, Miss Sirrah? It has been a long time." He flashed a smile that looked more like a grimace.
"It is time, Grimclaw." She held out her palm, towards the goblin.
"Right away, Miss." He discreetly picked up the few coins from her hand, and stepped down from the tall counter.
Travelling down the passageways in the creaking carts rattled Harry's brain. He fought off the urge to throw up over the side of the cart. Finally, they slowed and stopped. They stepped out, Harry's legs wobbling dangerously. His dizziness wasn't helped by the enormous door that stood in front of him. Wood against stone screamed as the door was pulled open. Harry flinched hard as he saw a table full of many creatures seemingly waiting for the mother and son.
"Welcome, Lady Orion. It's been a long time. We have a lot of news to share. Let's get down to business, Queen Erlking."
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Welp, next chapter. Sorry it's been a bit. Hope you like it.
A/N: Mater- Mother
Cara- Dear
Filius- Son. Also, an Erlking is a German fairy spirit. They tend to be invisible to most. More will be revealed later ;)