CHAPTER 7
The next day saw a flurry of excitement in many households as an army of owls delivered a dream to every eleven year old magical child, their Hogwarts letter which they had been dreaming of attending as soon as they could understand the stories of their siblings, parents or their family members and it was a very important milestone for the child, signaling that they had attained enough magical maturity to begin their formal schooling. Parents watched with pride as their little one received an invitation to study at the most famous school in Europe, Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Some would of course reject it opting to study at either Drumstrang Institute or Beauxbatons Institute of Magic but most had already made up their minds to attend. Pureblood or mundane, the excitement was palpable in every household.
It was no different in Potter Mansion. Thomas Potter, who seated on his high seat having a big breakfast of eggs, bacon and milk shrieked, as he spotted an owl flying towards and dropped a heavy parchment envelope into his lap, spraying milk and half chewed food all over the table. The happy parents, Lily and James did not even bother to reprimand their precious son as they believed all children to be messy eaters at the eleven and began congratulating the boy making him puff in pride. The parents of the Savior hurriedly began cleaning the mess and immediately sought to get ready since the press would arrive soon. 'The Savior going to school is surely headlines material. With Eddy starting school, we can start on the school series merchandise. My son is all grown up.' James thought gleefully as he cleared the disgusting mess on the table as Lily ushered their son to get dressed. Not once did the proud parents even remember their other son.
The said other son, was hardly bothered about the arrival of the letter which was delivered by a brown owl. He gave one glance at the standard yellow parchment before focusing his attention back to his breakfast which he cut and chewed with a grace of a Lord. His grandparents watched amused as Harry barely glanced at the letter before Dorea asked "Excited are we?"
Harry swallowed before shrugging "I know it's supposed to be magical and all but seriously, I knew I was going to get this letter since I was five. I seriously don't want to attend Hogwarts I would rather attend Drumstrang Institute or Beauxbatons Institute of Magic but because of Gryffindor heirship I have to attend Hogwarts. The excitement is only for the shopping part."
Charlus ruffled his hair fondly and said "Either ways congratulations on getting in. Now I have a few instructions for you on your shopping trip. As informed yesterday, today is a Wizengamot meeting and we the old people will not be able to make it so you will going with Lucius and Narcissa along with Bellatrix and her husband, got it and after you come I have few surprises for you when you return?" Harry gave a simple nod.
"I don't want you to use your trust fund for this. Here" Charlus handed him a large ornate golden key with a P engraved on it. "This is the Potter family vault. As the primary heir, you have all the rights to use the money inside. I want you to get the best materials alright? You will be representing the House of Potter so only the best yes?"
"Yes grandfather."
"Stick close to the others and have a great time son. Entering Diagon Ally for the first time as a student is a magical feeling and I want you to enjoy Harry but stay safe alright?" Harry responded simply by hugging his grandfather who chuckled and ruffled his hair "Good lad. Now go get dressed and you can floo over to the Blacks. I'll see you in the evening."
Harry got up and gracefully made his way upstairs, well aware of the proud expressions on his grandparents faces which made his heart swell with joy. He took his time to decide his outfit since he was representing House Potter to the public for the first time and he knew the importance of the first impressions.
He selected a dark green shirt with small diamond studded buttons and light cream pants which fit him perfectly since it was tailored for him. He chose a sleek black open dragonhide cloak to complete his attire followed by shiny black shoes. He also wore his heir ring on his right middle finger and his black diamond watch which a gift from the Malfoys. Overall, he admitted he cut a very good looking figure as he looked at the thankfully non-magical mirror with his tall stature and lean muscles. He combed his jet black hair back in traditional way, making his glowing green eyes stand out.
As he made his way down, his grandmother squealed and hugged him. "My little man is all grown up. Look at you! You look so very handsome!"
Harry blushed and hugged her back "Thank you grandma. Are you sure you don't want to come with us?"
Dorea stroked his hair back before giving him a smile "I'm sure my dear. We ladies have decided to get together for a small meeting and the Malfoys have promised to take care of you. You have fun and be safe alright? I don't want to hear anything about you Rigel and Draco sneaking off somewhere am I clear young man?" her stern expression in the end did not last long as a smile broke through looking at Harry's too innocent expression.
"You might also run into your parents today Harry. Being the glory hogs they are, I am certain they will be there to strut around like peacock showing off the Savior Will you be alright?" Dorea asked concernedly and was rewarded with an eye roll from Harry "Relax grandmother. James and Lily stopped being my parents ages ago. That title goes for you and grandfather only. I'll be fine.i don't even want to talk to them and mainly I doubt they will recognise me "
"I can't help but worry. That's my job Harry. Now off you go. Have a good time!"
"I will! I will give the Savior your love." Harry said with a devious expression as he ran to the floo.
"Harry, don't you dare..." Dorea shouted but it was too late as Harry vanished with a whoosh into the green flames.
Dorea sighed "Who am I kidding? I knew that was going to happen."
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Harry appeared in the fireplace of the Black Townhouse and stepped out to greet a bored looking Rigel who immediately brightened up when he saw him. Harry stepped out of the fireplace gracefully before shaking hands with his best friend "Waiting for long?"
"Yeah! It's been like two minutes. Couldn't you get here faster?" Rigel whined and Harry rolled his eyes. "It's exactly 11 you dolt. It would have been rude if I was earlier."
"Right you are Harry. Honestly Rigel, do you pay even a bit of attention in etiquette classes?" Came the resigned voice of his mother, Marlene Black as she looked at her unabashed son. She offered a smile to Harry and said "It's good to see someone paying attention to etiquettes dear. Are you ready to go?"
Harry bowed "Ready to leave Mrs Black."
Marlene rolled her eyes and asked exasperated "How many times do I have to tell you to stop calling me Mrs Black and started calling me Marlene Harry?"
"At least once more Lady Black." Harry replied with a cheeky smile.
Rigel rolled his eyes as Harry charmed his mother and said "Enough talk. Let's leave!"
Marlene looked up at the roof as if praying for patience and said "Rigel, how many times do I have to repeat myself? You will leave as soon as the rest of them get here."
"But I've been waiting for this day for ages!" Rigel whined.
Harry hid a smile as he watched mother and son bicker waiting for the others to arrive. If not for the love he received from his grandparents, he would have been jealous of the love between Rigel and his mother. 'If I even had met Rigel. Who knows what would have happened to me if not for grandfather and grandmother' Harry thought, a shudder running down his spine.
The fireplace roared and the Malfoy family stepped out looking ready to impress with their silver blonde hair, self-assured smirks and clothes that probably cost a small fortune.
After the necessary greetings, everyone was all set to leave. Narcissa informed them that Bellatrix and her family would join them in the Leaky Cauldron itself rather than floo over twice. "Oh and the Greengrasses won't be making it today. Some family emergency they said."
Rigel volunteered to go first, all but dragging Harry and Draco with him, much to the disapproval of the elders who warned them that they expected better manners from heirs of prominent houses than a common muggle. After much apologies and putting their social masks on, the three heirs stepped inside the large fireplace and screamed "Diagon Alley."
The three boys were whisked away through the floo network and were deposited in a large fireplace in a tavern that was popular among every witch and wizard: Leaky Cauldron, the dingy pub/inn behind which Diagon Alley was hidden.
The three boys stepped out of the fireplace and dusted the ash of their clothes with a stoic expression carefully maintained. They caught the attention of quite a lot of people and a few hags as well who were having breakfast but the three heirs ignored it as they waited patiently for the elders to appear.
Another fireplace next to them roared green and the Lestrange family stepped out. Harry and the rest noticed how the pub immediately fell silent, some even throwing angry or fearful glances at the curly haired Bellatrix Lestrange and her broad shouldered, hard faced husband Rudolphus Lestrange. The twins weren't given much notice but seeing the glint in their eyes, Harry knew they were irritated.
Harry ,Draco and Rigel bowed similarly but instead said "Uncle."
Rudolphus gave them a crisp nod and a small smile. "Boys. Where are the others?"
"Yet to arrive uncle. Aunt Bella, you look lovely. Purple is surely your colour." Rigel said smartly, kissing the offered knuckles of his aunt. Bella laughed and said "The Black family charm is evident nephew."
Rigel grinned at her and a friendly handshake to his cousins and said "Cousin Virgo, Cassie."
The fireplace roared yet again and the Malfoys stepped out, bringing a wave of whispers to erupt amongst the other patrons which the two families promptly ignored. Draco looked completely at ease, haughty smirk in place and Harry figured he was wearing his mask.
After the two families finished greeting each other, the party set out towards the back while Lucius flicked a knut at a silent Tom the barkeeper for using the portal, which he silently pocketed. As they walked into the back alley, the whispers became louder and louder and the most common word Harry picked up was 'death eaters scum.'
Rudolphous and Lucius didn't even bat an eye as they drew their wands to open the gateway but Harry could see the tenseness in Rudoplhous's shoulders and a tiny glimmer of rage in Bella's eyes. He knew about why it was happening so he thought being quit is better.
Lucius tapped the bricks in the order and the archway opened to reveal the famed magical ally in Britain. The road was completely filled with witches and wizards in robes, chaotically walking into shop after shop, laughing and generally having a great time.
Harry spotted the snow white Gringotts building at the end of the road which towered over the entire alley. On either side of the cobblestone path, shops were located. Each and every one of them were unique and sold a variety of goods ranging from dress robes to frog eyes.
Harry stepped inside the archway and watched the shops casually as Lucius waved his wand and the bricks reformed back to their wall structure. Harry could spot quite a few children his age looking awed and positively dragging their parents. The group began to walk forward confidently.
"Right." Lucius said walking briskly as he threw a disgusted look at Madam Malkin's robes for all occasions. "We will go to Gringotts first and get our money. Then off to Diagon buy you custom made items"
" even wands?" asked Cassie quietly, throwing a glance at Ollivander which was a few meters away.
Bella snorted and said "No my sweet. You will not be stunting your magic by using wands that are barely attuned to you. No, we will get you all custom made ones that are made specifically for you. Heirs of your standards shouldn't even be seen using that rubbish wands let alone use them."
They reached the marble gates of Gringotts and a pair of goblins in armor and holding axes bowed them inside. The group strolled briskly to an empty teller and Lucius said "Greetings goblin. I would require the services of three tellers to take us down to the Malfoy, Lestrange and Potter vaults."
The goblin sneered at them and said "Very well, wizard." He then snarled behind him and three goblins came to them. They sneered at them and said "This way."
"Rigel, come with us. Your grandfather has already paid me in advance so you can take the money from the Malfoy vaults itself. Bella and Harry, once you're done, wait for us here so we can all leave together."
They both nodded and followed the assigned goblins. Harry walked through a completely different door than the ones the others used and followed the surly goblin down a pathway. Bright chandeliers hung from the roof, throwing bright light onto the walls that was decorated with paintings showing the various wars the goblins had fought in.
The goblin then led him into another side room and whistled for a cart which took them down the steep tracks and Harry watched disinterestedly as the mines flashed by in a blur as they sped deeper into the ground.
Finally, they came to a stop near an elaborate door with the Potter family crest on it. They got out of the cart and walked towards the large door. The goblin threw him a glance and grunted "Key."
Harry silently handed him the key and the goblin checked the authenticity of the key, stroking the key with a hungry gleam in his eyes that disturbed Harry slightly. Finally, he strolled forward and inserted it into the keyhole and the key was sucked inside.
The goblin invited Harry forward. "Claim your ancestry. Beware, if you're found lying, you won't like what happens next" the goblin finished with a nasty smile.
"What about the key?" Harry asked and the goblin replied "Oh it returns to the head of the house if in case you stole it from him."
Harry simply gave him a cold look and stepped forward. He placed his hands on the Potter crest, which felt warm to touch as it recognized the family magic in him. "I, Harry James Potter" he said with distaste aimed at his middle name, "claim my birthright as primary heir of Potter clan and seek entry into the vault so Mote it be."
There was a blinding flash of light as his heir ring glowed to signify his identity and the vault opened with a loud clank. The inside of the vault was brightly lit with torches and Harry almost forgot to take a breath.
He now knew why his family was heralded as the richest in their world as he gazed at the enormous treasure piled inside the vault. Gold as far as he could see was piled sky high inside the deep caravan while a smaller pile was dedicated to silver sickles and bronze knuts as well.
Harry walked forward in a daze as he looked at the gigantic fortune his family had built up over the centuries. He walked to the end of the vault and found that there was another vault behind the first one which on one side was further over flowing with gold while another side was dedicated to decorative paintings, ceremonial weapons and expensive looking rugs. He walked towards the paintings and found a few tall chests piled near it which he opened to find it filled with high quality gemstones.
The goblin nodded and pulled one from his pockets. "Two galleons."
Harry picked up two gold coins next to him and flicked it at the goblin who caught it deftly. The goblin handed him the moneybag and he started piling as much money as he could.
When he was happy he had enough (several thousand galleons), he turned to the goblin and threw him a galleon. "For your services."
The goblin gave Harry an ugly full toothed smile and said "My pleasure heir Potter. If you need anything done in Gringotts, write to Griphook."
Harry nodded and they made their way up towards the surface in a whistling cart. A bumpy ride later, Harry found himself on the lobby, sitting on the lounge sofa alone as the others weren't back yet. Harry relaxed into the soft leather and observed the people inside the bank.
Harry noticed the Malfoys and Lestrange coming his so he stopped his observation and made his way towards them. "Got everything?" Harry nodded and they made their way out.
They made their way out and walked silently down towards the entrance of Diagon Alley.
Harry could see the hags, going about their business shopping and muttering to each other. He could see a house elf popping away from outside a general store. Creatures and humans intermingled about, peacefully going about their business without bothering each other.
"All questions for later. Let us finish our shopping first." Lucius said hurriedly, as all of them began to open their mouths, no doubt a hundred questions in mind.
"Good suggestion dear." Narcissa smiled winningly at her husband. "Let's finish with robes first as they are the most tedious. Shall we start Bella?"
They made their way to a shop named Twillfit & Tattings which Harry discovered was a high-end clothes shop. They waked inside and a man in very stylish robes greeted them. He bowed to the Lords while kissing the offered knuckles of the ladies. He gave the children a nod and said "Welcome. I am Mr Twillfit and it shall be my honor to help you today. What are you looking for?"
"Five full sets of Hogwarts. Three male and two females. Use only your best materials. Price is of no concern." Cissa said commandingly to which Twillfit nodded and snapped his fingers. At once, five assistants came out and began to measure the heirs individually while taking notes. Bella and Cissa were giving specific instructions about the material to be used, the designs to be added along with the crests which was dutifully noted by Twillfit.
Rudolphous and Lucius watched with silent amusement as the three boys were looking beyond bored as they were pricked, pinned and measured more than ever in life. The two girls looked calm as they were used to it but three boys looked as if they wanted to pull their hair out any minute.
Finally it was over. Harry found himself ordering ten pair of shirts, made of a material called star silk that looked very comfortable and expensive. He would also have six cloaks with the Hogwarts crest for now, which would change after his sorting. He also had the Potter crest next to it, signaling his status as the primary heir to the house. His twin could not wear the crest on his chest since he was not the heir primary and Harry almost cackled with laughter thinking how much it would infuriate the ponce.
He also ordered pants, vests and new shoes. All of them had requested their clothes to be fireproof, water proof and anti-creasing, Twillfit apologized that their order would take time as the charms had to be weaved through the fabric and promised to owl their orders personally as soon as they were done which was expected to be ready in two days. Harry walked out of the store three thousand galleons poorer.
The children begged to take a small break and the adults reluctantly agreed to it and they made their way into a small café where the kids had ice cream while the adults sipped coffee.
Next stop was Scrivenshafts which sold parchment and quills. Harry bought a strange black quill which caught his fancy, a raven's feather and plenty of inkwells of different colored inks and a few invisible ink as well along with a large amount of parchment for an entire year.
After buying their cauldrons and brass scales, they made their way to Stargazers where Lucius insisted they all buy a fully working model of the galaxy and solar system since it would help them study better and they wouldn't have to memorize the planets and their moons. They also bought high end gold telescopes and a few books on astrology and its applications.
In Sluggers and Jigs, they bought potion ingredients. The store sold almost all the ingredients they required for their first year and Harry bought a few ones that were not mentioned in the list so he could work and brew ahead.
In Mercer's Tomes, they picked up all the books they required for transfiguration, charms, defense, history, and potions. Harry also grabbed a few additional ones on runes and theory behind wandless magic to check it out.
"Hey Uncle Lucius, these books cost almost twice as the normal ones in Flourish and Blotts. Why is that?" Rigel asked, holding up a leather-bound Fantastic Beast and Where to Find Them written in golden handwriting.
"Ah yes. That's because these books are deluxe editions, sold only in Mercer's. They include additional notes and words from the author. It also looks very good." Lucius said with a smile as he piled all the books onto the counter for billing.
Finally, it was time for something they had been waiting their whole lives: Wands.
Even though all of them had used wands all their lives, the elders had assured them that using their own wands was quite something else. The prospect of being watched to a wand that was made exactly for them excited them all.
They walked towards the end of the street and walked towards a store with name board as olivanders. In the display, a single wand was placed on a purple pillow.
They walked inside and a bell rang somewhere inside the gloom of the shop. Harry looked to see a massive counter that dominated the entire shop. The area behind the counter was dark and creepy. He saw a few chairs to his left and a few doors next to it and that was pretty much the entire shop.
"Good afternoon." A soft voice greeted them as he stepped out of the gloom behind the counter. He had eerie, silver luminescent eyes that seemed slightly hazy as he gazed upon the group.
"I am Olivander and I will help you bond with your wands made or ready made" The wandmaker said as he made his way towards them by opening a small door in the counter.
"Bond?" Draco mouthed, looking confused.
"Yes Mister Malfoy. Bond. Contrary to popular belief, a wand is not just a mere tool to do magic. It is a bond between you, your magic and wand. The better suited the wand is for you, the stronger your bond with the wand and the better magic you can do." Olivander said, as he folded his hands behind his back.
"Custom made" bella told him
"ok Now, who wants to go first?"
Rigel stepped forward looking determined. Olivander smiled "Well done Mister Black. Now let me explain a few things about wand crafting. A wand usually consists of the casing, core and focus. Each of these element's choices balance each other out. Like, for example" he pointed at Bella. "Bellatrix Lestrange, a powerhouse with a wand with an unnatural talent for curses. Her wand? Walnut, truly lethal in the hands of a gifted soul. Core made of Chimera heartstring, devastating power source in the right hand. The focus, jade to filter and stabilize the excess power. One of my finest creations no doubt."
All of them looked at the wandmaker with awe as he admitted creating Bella's wand. Harry hadn't seen her in action but he had heard enough about her talent with the wand in the dueling circuit to know that his honorary aunt was considered as one of the most dangerous women alive.
"Now Mister Black, head inside this room. Don't worry, just allow your magic to spread and it will do the rest. Off you go." Olivander said, gently leading Rigel inside one of the doors Harry had noticed. Rigel gulped but made his way inside and Olivander closed the door.
Rigel stepped out a few minutes later, holding two blocks of wood. He handed them to the to the wandmaker who smiled at him and said "A typical Black. Yew and ebony. Sheer, raw powerful woods to match your magic. Now go inside and find your cores."
Rigel vanished inside another door and reappeared again with a few glass vials in his hands which he carefully handed to the wandmaker. Olivander gave him a curious look and said " Thunderbird tailfeather, acromantula venom and raven feather. A dark affinity no doubt but certainly not evil. I can sense that this will make a very powerful wand Mister Black. A Powerful wand for a powerful wizard."
Rigel looked pleased at his words and was asked to choose the final part of his wand, a focus stone for which he chose a diamond.
Draco went next and his wand would be made of hawthorn and ivy and core with a single dragon heartstring core. He was also matched with a topaz as focus.
Virgo and Cassie were matched with almost completely same wands with holly and birch as woods but the cores were different with unicorn tail hair for Virgo and phoenix feather for Cassie with an emerald focus for both. Olivander remarked that both the wands were suited for healing as well as fighting.
Finally it was Harry's turn. He walked inside the dark room and Olivander closed the door behind him plunging him into the darkness. Harry took a deep breath as he steadied his mind and unleashed a small tendril of magic outwards and observed his surrounding. He felt himself being drawn to three woods which he carefully picked up and walked outside.
He handed the three blocks to Olivander who lost his smile slightly. "Elder, from a particularly old tree, yew and rowan. Such conflicting woods you have chosen Mister Potter. You see, elder if chosen at all, it is mostly taken by people who have darkness in their hearts. Yew is almost always never chosen by the weaker ones and always bonds well with people who are ambitious and have a vision. Rowan on the other hand, bonds only with people of pure heart. I will have exceptional fun creating your wand. Now go and find your cores. I am positive it will be exceptional as well."
Hearing this, Harry felt a shiver down his spine. How could the old wandmaker tell so much about his personality just by judging three blocks of food. Harry was more shaken that he was completely right. He had literal darkness in him, a manifestation of the powers he controlled over shadows. He, more than anything wanted to outshine his brother and prove how wrong his parents were to abandon him. If that didn't count as ambition, Harry would eat that Yew block of wood. He didn't know much about the 'pure-heart' but he supposed it was somewhat true.
He took a deep breath and repeated the process of sending his magic out and he got five callings this time. He carefully picked up the vials made his way outside where everyone was waiting eagerly for him. He handed the materials to Olivander and watched as he became very excited.
By now, everyone inside the shop were looking at Harry with various degrees of awe which made him uncomfortable but Harry brought his shield up as he listened to the wandmaker with an expressionless face.
Olivander held up another vial with hair strands inside. "Thestral tail hair. Has an affinity to death." Olivander paused as he considered something. "Actually many components of your wand shares an affinity to death. Elder, yew, Thestral hair. Such a curious selection. Moving on," he held up a jar with white powder inside "powdered griffin claws. Always bonds with a noble spirit. Finally" he pointed to a jar with a bright red and orange feather. "phoenix tail feather. Affinity to light and purity."
"Last but not the least, I need you to select a focus for me Mister Potter and I shall get to work immediately. Go on." Harry went inside the last door to find a shelf with all kinds of gemstones. Unlike the previous two rooms, this one was brightly lit.
He gazed at the stones, waiting for a sign but he went through the first row without success. He gazed at the next row and suddenly felt a small tug at his magic looking at a red stone which sparkled in the light. He grabbed that stone and made his way outside and handed it to Olivander.
"Interesting choice once again. This is red beryl or red emerald as it is also called and is one of the rarest gemstones on this planet and has the potential to focus immense magical energy. This is the only specimen I have with me, but judging by the materials of your wand, I am delighted to use it Mister Potter."
Olivander looked at the others and said "I will begin crafting your wands immediately. The four of you can collect yours tomorrow by midday while I will require an additional two days to craft Mister Potter's. Also, I usually charge 100 galleons per wand and require the first half of the installment before crafting. Insurance, I'm sure you understand..."
Lucius and Bella nodded and paid the money and when Harry was about to pay, Olivander shook his head. "I will charge you your full amount when you collect the wand Mister Potter. Considering the volatile and conflicting materials, along with the pricelessness of the red beryl, it will cost you more. But I will assure you, the price won't cross a thousand galleons regardless of the price of the materials.
Harry would have paid a million galleons for his wand but he simply nodded and said "Very well Mister Olivander. I shall be here with my grandfather in three days. I cannot wait for my new wand."
"It will be a work of art. Now I must figure out the architecture of the cores. Good day everyone." Olivander said, hurriedly bowing them out of his shop with an excited smile on his face.
"That was fun." Rigel exclaimed before he rounded up on Harry and exclaimed "Harry, you've got to let me try your new wand once you get it. Please man!"
Bella rolled her eyes and said "I doubt it would even spark for you Rigel. Harry's wand seems to be highly tuned just for him and I don't want you to get injured by misusing such a strong wand."
"I'm now sure it'll be even harder to beat Harry now." Draco face palmed and everyone laughed.
Harry and group made their way back towards the entrance to the Diagon alley when they heard a commotion of a big crowd gathered around, chattering excitedly. A squat witch holding a cauldron, with a live chicken inside it which was squawking indignantly, rushed past them knocking into Harry knocking him down. The witch looked down at him, gave him a big toothy smile and yelled "Get us lad. Ge up quick otherwise you won't be able to see Thomas Potter."
She started to offer her hand to pull him up but quickly shrunk back as the glares of the rest of the group fell on her. Harry pulled himself to his feet and waved off the stuttering apologies of the fat witch who hurried away as quickly as she could. Harry dusted himself off muttering "Stupid git isn't even here near me and I'm already being pushed down by his rabid fans. Stupid people and their savior."
Lucius cast a distasteful look at the excited mob and said "Let us be off before we get trampled by these uncivilized buffoons." Rudolphous looked around and grunted "Looks like they're all heading towards the entrance. We have no choice but to head towards them."
The group made their way forward, with the crowd keeping a clear distance from them as they saw the extremely annoyed look on Lucius's face and the dangerous glint in Bella's eyes. They made their way down the alley and found a huge crowd in front of the entrance, before whom stood...
"The ponce who lived along with James and Lily Potter." Harry sneered and even Bella was taken aback at the venom in his tone but did not reprimand him for his language.
They watched as the golden family waved at the excited crowd, as photographers and journalists pushed their way forward towards them. The crowd quietened down as James Potter raised his hands for silence before drawing his wand and cast something at Thomas's throat.
"Greetings everyone. I am Thomas Charlus Potter and it is so good to meet all of you finally. I have been dreaming of this moment ever since I was able to remember and bear the expectations of being your savior and the love you have for me has shocked me into silence."
The crowd roared its approval and Harry had to hand it to his twin. He sure knew how to lay it down thick. Thomas cleared his throat and his amplified voice echoed all around the alley and the crowd quietened down again.
"I would like to thank you all for this love and support you have so generously given me and I shall always strive to keep it. I would like to thank each and every one of you who sent me gifts and wishes on my birthdays and other holidays, you guys made my day each year and finally I would like to thank you for acknowledging me as your savior from the murdering Dark Lord."
Lucius and Rudolphous flinched instinctively and Bella looked murderous as the crowd went ballistic at the final statement. Harry vowed to enquire about that as soon as they got home. Rigel meanwhile couldn't help but snort at the statement. "As if the idiot dueled the Dark Lord and killed him to protect the people. IT probably was a fluke."
James Potter cancelled the charm and he pointed it to his own throat and cast the sonorous charm. "Thank you for those words Thomas. Wow, I can't believe my little boy has grown up" flashing his trademark grin which made the ladies sigh and the men laugh. "Today's a very special day to my family and I request you to please allow us and our friends" he gestured behind him to a group of redheads which Harry realized were the Weasleys, along with a trio of brown haired people who had gone completely unnoticed by the crowd "the privacy to shop peacefully. Although, I wouldn't say no to a few autographs." He finished with a wink making everyone laugh and Rigel to sigh.
Lily Potter laughed and slapped her husband's arm playfully before putting her hands and kissed him on his cheek before murmuring something into his ear well aware of the camera clicking pictures away.
Harry now understood why Lily Potter was regarded as one of the most beautiful woman in their world, looking at her vibrant red hair, dazzling green eyes which were eerily similar to his own, and a curvy, fit body in designer robes, she looked gorgeous in the afternoon sun, kissing her supposedly 'only' son in public. Harry had no doubt it would be on the front page of Witch Weekly's next edition's cover and at least the second page of Daily Prophet tomorrow.
Harry observed his parents after years of being apart from them. The decade had been very kind on them, both looking very good holding their only "son's" shoulder as they smiled brilliantly at the cameras.
Harry decided he had inherited the best of James and Lily and compared himself to be far luckier than his twin. He had James's strong build and his dashing good looks while he had his mother's eyes and smooth hair which helped him tame his black Potter hair very well.
His twin had his mother's willowy figure and his father's hazel eyes and messy hair. Comparing them both, Harry could easily pass off as his father's twin, minus the eyes and smoother hair while his twin looked relatively like the both of them.
Looking at the scene in front of him, Harry suddenly felt sick. Here were his parents, so close to him, yet they remained ignorant of him. Years of resentment at being ignored and passed over for his more famous twin suddenly washed over him and Harry couldn't take it anymore. Harry put on glamour charm which changed his looks for which everyone understood as they had planned to keep Harry away and in secret from their parents.
He wanted to hurt them but not with curses. Oh no, he knew exactly where it would hurt the 'golden family' and that was being embarrassed in front of their beloved fans. The shame and embarrassment would live longer than the pain of any curse and it wouldn't allow them to play victim and increase their fame even more. With a wicked grin, Harry raised his hands slightly while concentrating on the part of him that controlled the element of shadow and called "Obey me"
Instantly, the shadows formed from the mass of people seemed to thicken and sway responding to his command "wE obEy mastEr."
Lucius noticed the sudden swirling of the shadows and turned sharply to his left and sighted Harry with a demonic grin on his face. Looking at the calm eyes and the demonic smile, Lucius gulped as it suddenly reminded him of another person, some fifty years senior to this child who possessed the power to bend shadows to his will. He too had this terrible smile as he unleashed this terrible power upon those who stood against him.
"Ha..Harry, please control yourself. You don't want to get caught airing your abilities just yet. Please." With a shaky breath, Lucius realized his voice was stammering involuntarily. Harry noticed his honorary uncle's fear and gave him a warm smile "Worry not uncle. It's just a harmless prank. I won't hurt them, physically, and if you're worried about me losing control, don't, because I am in absolute control here. Watch."
The rest of the group had noticed this exchange and watched with bated breath as Harry lowered his hand and the shadows sank back to its state of absolute motionlessness before Harry exerted control once again over the shadows. Specific shadows this time, belonging to the popular family.
The Potters and their group walked forward towards the alley, smiling and waving as the crowd parted to form a path for them, cheering and roaring unaware that the shadow of the boy who lived had gained awareness for a short while.
With a wicked gleam in its red eyes, the shadow became a blur as it completely vanished for a moment before reappearing and it and butted the unsuspecting boy in his legs. Thomas never saw it coming.
The boy crashed into the ground and because the attack came with no warning whatsoever, he had no time to protect his face also, banged his chin hard on the stone paved ground which split and also bit his tongue hard due to the sudden pain and shock.
Thomas Potter lay dazed on his stomach in Diagon Alley, the wind knocked from his lungs, chin and tongue bleeding profusely, fat tears welling from his eyes as the masses began panicking seeing their hero fall from an attack they never expected. James Potter immediately drew his wand and cast a translucent shield around his son and his wife who was lifting him up and stopped them from being run over by the mob. He carefully scanned the area for invisible enemies before slowly bending down and checked on his son.
Other than the fact that he was in tears and had a cut on his chin and tongue and seemed ruffled, he seemed fine so he got up and cast a patronus which was in the form of a stag before he yelled "We've been attacked. Mostly by rogue death eaters. Need help. Get it to Alastor Moody. Now!"
A few of the braver citizens drew their wands and stood wearily with James and the Weasley parents standing guard as Lily consoled her crying son and wiped the tears from his eyes. James stood alert at his family's side, waiting to defend against an attack that would never come. The Grangers and the little Weasleys meanwhile huddled behind the group as they waited for things to calm down.
Harry watched gleefully at the sobbing twin brother of his and felt a guilty pleasure seeing him in that state. He quickly crushed any guilt he felt and was annoyed when he felt frantic tapping on his shoulders. He looked at Lucius who was speaking "We need to get out of here. We cannot be caught in the area where death eaters are suspected to be."
Bella and Rudolphous nodded quickly and Bella said "But the ant-appration wards are still up. How can we get around them?"
Lucius cursed quietly and Harry figured the situation was indeed dire if it made the legendary cool Lucius Malfoy curse. He suddenly felt guilty for putting them all in this position. "I'm sorry guys. It's all my fault" Harry said, while scolding himself for his lack of control.
Bella gave him a quick smile and said "It's okay Harry. We will speak about it later. First we need to find our way to the exit."
They fought their way through the crowd, Lucius and Bella holding a transparent shield so strong it repelled the people that would have run into them. They almost made it to the archway entrance when a group of people rushed inside the alley.
The leader of the group was a man who would scare any sane person if they had seen him in a dark alley at night. He had a grotesque face with half of his nose missing and more scars than healthy tissues on his face. His mouth was set in a permanent scowl and he had thinning black hair. But the most chilling feature of his was his eyes. One was small, beady and black that had a fierceness but the other was vivid electric blue and was the size of a coin. It looked around before it concentrated on Harry and group, especially Malfoy.
The man snarled and limped his way forward. Harry noticed he had one wooden leg and it made a dull 'twack' sound on the pavement as he made his way forward. "Malfoy and the infamous Lestrange couple. Fancy seeing you bunch in a situation where death eaters are expected to be. Maybe there are some truth in those rumors?"
"That's Lord Malfoy and Lord Lestrange to you Moody. I would watch my tongue if I were you. Last time you threw accusations around, I am sure you did not like the repercussions of accusing me and my associates and you will like it even further this time." Lucius said smartly, unfazed by the now glowering man who Harry recognized as Alastor Moody, the legendary auror who was responsible for half the cells being filled in Azkaban.
"Oh, I remember the repercussions all right. It wouldn't stop me from hunting dark scum though. Judging by you and your 'associates' being present in the area where the boy who lived was attacked, I think I can make the charges stick this time." Moody gave a nasty grin. "Wait for questioning. I will go check upon the lad and if you try to run, I will bring hell onto your doorstep." Moody stepped forward and whispered "I hope you do run, death eater scum."
Lucius gripped his cane head tightly but didn't say anything as Moody gave another grin before turning around and walking towards the now mob around the boy who lived.
Harry watched with quiet interest as James and Moody spoke for a few minutes before Moody pointed at them and James's eyes narrowed. He bent down and whispered something to Lily who nodded before going back to fussing over her son who had now stopped sobbing.
The two of them walked towards them and James suddenly stopped in his tracks when he sighted Harry who had an expressionless face as he gazed back. James looked confused "Ha..Harry is that you?"
Harry looked at him blankly. "Well,I think you have mistaken me for someone else I am not Harry I am Hadrian."
James looked startled at the emotionless tone. "Uh, okay... Did you see anyone who threw that hex at Thomas potter?"
"No" Harry said blankly and everyone who knew him could see his impeccable mind shields in place but James of course did not know that.
"Moody what are you waiting for arrest Lucius Malfoy, Rudolphous and Bellatrix Lestrange ? Don't you know what sort of people they are? i am sure they are the one who attacked us " James asked, while glaring at the mentioned people who stiffened.
For the first time, a little bit of emotion entered Harry's tone. Anger.
" These people are my family to me so mind your words and its Lord Malfoy and Lord Lestrange for you dont you know how to respect lords atleast after being acting lord for such a great house of potter I doubt you didn't learn the manners and ettiquetes"
James looked like he had been slapped twice.
"Mr Hadrian mind your words and see whom you are talking to..."
"Enough." Harry said quietly but it had a hint of warning in his voice which made James stop midway. Harry looked straight at his face and said "Why are we being held up Captain Potter? My uncles and aunt along with my cousins were in a bit of a hurry."
James looked confused on why this small boy had cut him off and caught sight of the smug looks on Lucius's and Bella's faces. "Auror Moody, arrest them for malicious intent towards my son Thomas."
All of them had been looking at various degrees of incredulity with Rigel's the lowest and Rudolphous's the highest, at the mad ramblings of James Potter but quickly turned to rage at the end of his sentence when Moody grinned and was about to draw his wand when Lucius snarled "Touch us and this time I will not be lenient towards either of you. What madness is this! You're a pathetic man. You accuse of hurting your son Don't make me laugh. Being the boy who lived's father seems to have made you feel invincible." Lucius stepped forward until he was nose to nose to the red faced auror. "Let me tell you something Potter. You. Are. Not. Invincible."
Moody drew his wand and Bella Rudolphous drew theirs and pointed at him immediately. Rigel and the twins glared at the man and stood wearily behind Bella. Harry stepped forward and said rudely
"Wands down aurrors if spell come out of your wand you will regret it" as soon as Harry finished
Moody barked "Why do you expect I listen to a small boy like you boy"
Harry went near Moody and told so slowly that only he could hear
"Moody you love challenges right and yea I too love challenges for your information you are talking Lords of ancient and Noble houses let me remind you present minister doesnt even like you and let me tell you I have more power than that acting lord there" Hadrain said pointing towards James potter who looked confused
Moody now thoguht it was right whatever they might be but they Lords of ancient and noble houses it will be a great trouble for him if he does anything here so he decides to withdraw rather than fighting "Look boy I don't want to fight I request everyone here to show their wand as many people like Lord Malfoy and Lestrange doesn't have a good history Thomas potter being a important member of our society we have to check suspects wands" as soon as Moody finished
"What do you think Aurror moody you can check lords wands just for some idiotic boy who was attacked or rather pranked if he is so weak he should stay in the protection of his homes and I hereby decline to get our wands checked for idiotic baby boy and about my uncles and aunts history it has been cleared long back that they were under imperious and I am not hearing a single word against my family right now so I suggest you to leave otherwise I am willing to screw you for insulting my family or Lords of ancient and Noble Houses for something that you think is true " Harry told as moody was red with anger
". They are all just death eater scum!" James roared and drew his wand, pointing it at the Malfoy Lord. Before he could do anything Harry took his wand out (His ancestors wand which his grandfather had given him) and pointed towards James and yelled "STUPEFY" everyone shocked how could a boy so fast "Stop calling my family death eaters you hypocrite! " Harry yelled back as his anger surged to new heights.
at that Moody held his wand towards Harry and told " I can arrest you for underage magic and attacking a Lord of Most Ancient and Noble house" at that Harry fumed
Harry went near moody and told "Auror you should know i just did my self defence even after this you want to arrest me you can arrest me and in my trial my lawyer will be real Lord Potter Lord Charlus Potter and after he enters the court I don't know what might happen and I am not responsible for what happens" Harry finished moved back to his family leaving stunned Moody alone who was pale on hearing Charlus Potters name and Harry went near his family and told "uncle let us leave " at that everyone saw him with open mouth how could he be so brave to threaten a top aurror who was so feared that even minister feared to question him and everyone saw Moody's face which was pale Harry started to move as his family followed him James was shocked at how he was being treated
James cam forward and yelled "You braat how dare you ..."
Harry showed his wand and told "Do you want more Lord Potter just fuck off I am not intrested in talking with people like you it would be better you leave my way yourself or else I know what I should do just go look after your baby if anyone attacks that ponce again "
James stepped back in shame and anger
Seeing the situation worsening Lucious stepped between and told "Hadrian dear lets leave" he said giving his wand to moody who saw and cleared not a single spell was shot from this wand which would affect Thomas and Bellatrix Rudolphous also got their wand checked when they were cleared
Before they could be stopped again, the group led by Bella made their way towards Leaky Cauldron and flooed back to Black Townhouse.
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