Hello my lovelies!

This story has been such a great passion of mine, it has been knocking inside my brain for a good time and I have finally decided to put on paper-computer. You get the gist of it all. I will give you a little background, this will be a multi-chapter story leading towards to a reading the book - it will be Deathly Hallows, it will have a pretty elaborate background, getting all the characters I need explain before a group seats to read the book.

Now, here are some warnings,

1. The story does not follow any concrete timelines, I've tried to keep as traditional as I could however some of my facts have been crisscrossed with the book and the movies, I haven't read the books in a good few years but I keep myself well oriented with the movies since I do love a good Harry Potter marathon - especially with Fantastic Beast movies - any way, again does not follow any specific timeline.

2. Slash, as in boy/boy and boy/boy/boy. There will be a lot of it, I haven't however decided if it will be elaborated or not.

3. Some of my characters will be OCC, they will not react how they normally will in the books, or I will either increase or decrease their normal personality.

4. Spanking, yes there will be mention of spanking both between father/son, brothers, partners, even close friends. (Thus the warning for OCC).

5. Dumbledore bashing!

6. I'm a very sappy person and I love making things sad and then making them very sweet tender moments. Sorry in advance.

I personally can not think of any other warnings to place, but it will depend also on the chapter, these warnings can change or adapt themselves. I hope you enjoy the inner parts of my mind :), please leave a review if you enjoyed the chapter.
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You always get the feeling that something was going to happen, the feeling of dread in the pit of your stomach. It didn't matter if the outcome was joyful or tragic the feeling remained. It was like having an important meeting, or interview the next day and you were so wrecked with nerves you couldn't sleep, or being excited over a date or vacation when you were a child, jumping on the bed with anticipation. The feeling was the same, your chest felt heavy, your mind went insane with different scenarios and you were left alone with your thoughts. Young Severus Riddle sat on his bed, alone in his room, feeling as if the world around him was going to collapse.

He didn't know, he couldn't find a plausible explanation for his sudden mood shift. He was somewhat happy; his father would brush it off. Severus was about to begin his first year at Hogwarts as a teacher instead of a student; he was going to become a Potions Professor. Of course, there was reasons to be nervous, but Severus knew it wasn't that, he wasn't nervous. Severus wasn't cocky about his potion's mastery; he was humble to the talent that he had but he knew he had a talent. He also knew how to control rowdy teens. The feeling he had, this unavoidable pit in his stomach was from something unknown, and it frightened him.

"Severus" a soft voice reached his ears, snapping out of his mute trance he turned his head a soft smile coming to his lips as he found his brother standing by the door, he was dressed in his sleep wear, golden snitches adorn all over the silk material. With a shake of his head he chuckled, blast his friends need to push Quidditch into his brother's mind so young.

"Harry, what are you doing awake?" he asked the 1-year-old; magical children learned how to walk, talk at a very young age. His brother was sprouting sentences just months after being born.

"Afraid of thunder" he whispered, glancing at the window, Severus blinked. He had been lost in thought for so long he had been oblivious to the raging storm outside. As if on queue a bright flash of lightning struck a few miles from the window, followed by a deafening crack of thunder, Harry whimpered.

Severus sighed and turned back to his brother who was quickly losing what ever bravery he had mustered, tears filling his eyes, "Come, let's go get a cup of warm milk, and we'll wait out the storm" he offered as he picked up the child. Harry only snuggled into Severus neck as a response.

Walking down the halls, he soothed Harry's back as thunder roared outside the home; walking into their kitchen he turned on the light. The privileged of being a Half-blood was muggle innovations; having electricity helped, but as Severus saw the light flicker and soon turn off, he was glad he had the benefits of being a wizard. "Lumos" he whispered softly, and a ball of light appeared brightening the room.

He smiled as Harry glanced at it with a toothless smile, "You'll be able to perform magic soon" he said winking at him as he placed him down on a safe chair, something told Severus that Harry was going to be powerful. The Riddle Family already was but Harry surpasses that, he just felt it. While Harry was distracted with the glowing ball of light he left him alone as he walked to the cooler to grab the milk.

"Why are both my sons awake at this godly hour" a velvety voice spoke.

"Daddy!" Harry giggled when he noticed his father stand in the entrance, Tom's stern expression faded as he walked over to his youngest son who was now bouncing with joy at seeing him. Smiling he knelt down and took him into his arms.

"I assume, the storm woke Hadrian" Tom said taking a sit as he watched Severus prepare warm milk for his brother, "Did Harry wake you?" he asked with a raised eyebrow, while also maintaining a strong hold on the bouncing toddler on his left knee.

Severus took a deep breath; his father would certainly be upset if he knew he was still awake. Nothing was more important to the man than health and a healthy sleeping schedule was as just as important. Turning on the stove with a silent spell he began to simmer the milk, "Yes, he woke me" he lied.

Tom narrowed his eyes and he rose an eyebrow, "Severus" he drawled, watching his son's shoulder slump he bit back a chuckle, no matter how old he got, Severus always became subdued to his tone, "You were awake again?" he asked, Severus nodded softly not turning around, "Why didn't you go and wake me, I've told you if you were in one of those moods to find me" he said his voice annoyed.

"I didn't want to bother you" Severus brushed him off, turning around he bit his lip at his fathers expression, "The feeling has been getting more progressed, its not letting me sleep at night and I wake up with tremors when I do. I found it more suitable to not even attempt" he said, he grimaced when his fathers eyes flashed a radiant violet letting his son know that he was highly displeased.

"Being sleep deprived does not let you concentrate, lying to your father about your health does not lessen my ire with you. I told you on both occasions finding you awake and about, that if you needed to find me to do so. Besides, you are well old enough to find a calming draught, seeing as you are Hogwarts future Potions Master." He said crossing his arms.

Severus swallowed, "I don't want to fill my mind and body with potions once life becomes overwhelming. I will just have to get over it, hoping the feeling ceases once I begin Hogwarts and let it become just a mere thought" he said shaking his head.

Tom let out a deep breath and his hand went to cup Severus left cheek, "Child, drink a calming draught, you have told numerous of wizards that potions that have an herbal beginning have no side effects or have any reports of being addictive. Your health is very important; especially to me, lets this be the last night that I see you awake, is that understood?" he asked.

"Yes father" he said, Tom's face scrunched at the formal term but ever since Severus had come into his inheritance, he knew upholding the Riddle's name was important, Tom couldn't care less but respected the gesture.

"Go get some sleep, you have a…" Tom stop fighting the urge to roll his eyes, "You have a big day tomorrow" he said his lips now pressed in hard line.

Severus didn't miss his father's expression, causing his formality to waiver, "Dad," he began but Tom rose his hand, shaking his head.

"Stop, Severus I respect your wishes to attend Hogwarts as a Professor, and I am more than proud of your accomplishments, you graduated with Potions mastery with higher marks than anyone who has attended the school. I just wished that the headmaster was someone either than Dumbledore. The senile old man is quite frankly to old to be running an establishment as Hogwarts. The only reason I even let you attend as a student is because Abraxas was letting Lucius attend and you both have been closed as brothers." He said passing his hand through his hair.

"I can still decline Albus's offer?" Severus said.

Tom bit down on his tongue to stop himself from telling Severus to do just that, he knew it wouldn't be fair, "Nonsense, the school needs a good Potions Professor since Slughorn retired, no better than his apprentice, besides the only offer you received besides Hogwarts was Durmstrang Institute and well" he said looking at Severus with warm eyes, "I'm not about to let you leave to the Northern side of Europe" he said stiffly.

"Dad, are you sure?" Severus asked blushing slightly, "Durmstrang is not that far away" he said, "I still have time to accept, the pay is higher. I only chose Hogwarts because of the convenience, I know the school like the back of my hand" he said.

"Only because you would go with James and Sirius and that bloody map of yours, getting yourself in enough trouble to fill the entire school year" he said, Severus looked away sheepishly his face turning red, he remembered the times his father had to go to Hogwarts to deal with him, "That's beside the point, its fine son, go get some sleep. Hogwarts new term begin in less than 2 weeks and you are needed for preparation," he said softly placing a kiss on his forehead.

Severus nodded looking over to Hadrian who was now fast asleep drooling, chuckling he walked over to his brother casting a cleaning spell than lifting him up softly, "he can sleep with me tonight, since I will be retiring to Hogwarts for the school year" he said his eyes saddening. "I will not be able to see him grow through the year," he said softly.

"Nonsense, Abraxas and I will be popping in and out of Hogwarts for as long as you decide to have employment. Neither Abraxas or I have a liking to Albus; besides, your uncle wasn't so fond when he learned where you would be working this year. Had a fit a few days ago when Lucius had told him the news" he said.

"None the less you two will remain civilized in front of Albus, he is the headmaster and thus has given me employment with a decent salary. Your hostility must be kept at bay, I don't doubt that Albus has his sins and his secrets, but for my sake, you will keep the squabs and any ire arguments out of Hogwarts. If Albus decides to test his waters and Floo into our home, I have no say in what you say or do" he said.

Tom almost smirked; his son had grown into a very mature man, biting the inside of his cheek he rolled his eyes but nodded, "Very well, Professor Riddle, I will heed your advice, now go and follow your brothers actions and achieve some sleep, I'm sure you still have a stack of calming draughts in your room" at Severus nod he continued, "Don't let me keep you waiting, go" he said, Severus turned to leave but was called back by his father, "Oh Severus, keep aware that you may be an adult in wizard law, but you remain my child in my eyes, don't expect a halt in my fatherly duties, if I must intervene I will" he said firmly.

"I wouldn't expect less dad," Severus said softly not looking back as he walked to the stairs; Tom chuckled as he shook his head, wondering where this teaching position was going to take Severus and their family. Unbeknownst to him, the teaching position will not only begin a war that would cause fear, and anger in the hearts of everyone in the Wizarding World, it will place a father and his sons at odds with each other.

Severus rubbed his tensed forehead as he glanced down at the useless scribble of one of his 2nd years. He didn't quite understand how hard it was for the students to learn decent brewery, it wasn't as hard, and yes, some potions were dangerous but if done properly and carefully they will master the simple art of potions. Feeling his irritation continue he place the papers down before he let his annoyance rise.

Lifting his head he heard the small putter of footsteps outside his classroom, tilting his head to the side he knew the noise was much to light to be any of his students, raising an eyebrow at that opening of his door he smiled when he noticed his youngest brother, Hadrian giggled in delight seeing Severus seated on his desk. "Severus" he called out as he walked over, "Daddy wants to know if you want to eat dinner with us?" he asked.

Severus moved his chair to the side just as Harry reached him and picked up the rather excited 5-year-old, "I see, is Daddy here?" he asked, glancing at the door as if waiting for his rather refine father to walk through.

Harry nodded, "He's speaking with Uncle Siri and Uncle Rems" he said, "When can I come to Hogwarts?" he asked with a pout as Severus rose from his chair keeping Harry secure on his waist.

"Well little one, I believe that wont be for another 6 years, but you can come and visit me when ever you want, you know that. Father can never say no to you when you pout" he said walking out of the classroom.

"Don't give him any ideas Severus" his fathers intimidating voice reached him, he turned to see him walking his mates behind him, Harry only giggled but extended his hands for Tom to get him, they all knew Harry was old enough to walk and it was quite spoiled to keep carrying him as such but they couldn't bare watching as the youngest Riddle grew up so fast. "Severus" Tom said tenderly moving forward and kissed his forehead much to Severus embarrassment.

"Father not in front of my mates" he said his face turning red, but Tom only rolled his eyes.

"It is the weekend and I haven't seen you in a few months, I'm sure Albus could do without you for a few hours, I made reservations in muggle London for a night out. Your Uncle as well as Lucius would be joining us with Narcissa and Draco, I feel for the young man, having to marry to someone he wasn't in love with. At least he has an heir." Tom said softly.

Severus sighed, his brother for intents and purposes had to wed Narcissa Nee Black in order to keep the Malfoy line going, Lucius was a Veela who has not found his mate, seeing the years go by he had accepted the marriage proposal from Narcissa who was in need of a husband, they did not love each other but were tolerable of each others presence. Draco was the only good that came from the marriage.

"I'll meet you at the Manor, Dad, I will have to change" he said, Tom nodded kissed his forehead once again and walked down the halls, Severus shook his head the tension returning as the side of his head pulsed, he felt a hand on his shoulder and opened his eyes to see Remus looking at him concerned, "Its just a headache that's all" he said softly, kissing his temple, he was the dominate of the group followed by Remus then Sirius, "Come, lets retire to our rooms, I think I can find something that will take my head of this headache, something I rather enjoy" he said his voice thick, Remus shivered under his touch while Sirius just mewed in acceptance.

Tom sank into his coach as the day descended into night, he had a refreshing day with his family, and friends closest to him. Watching the fire lit up the dim room he sipped his coffee as he recalled his son's laughter at the restaurant, he missed Severus. The teaching position had become more tasking than he believed Severus wasn't able to leave for holidays because of the overwhelming number of papers and test he had to grade. He knew it was Dumbledore's way of getting to him, keeping one of his sons so busy he couldn't have time for family.

He blinked when one of his house's elves appeared, "Master Riddle, you have a visitor in the parlor, Headmaster Dumbledore" he said, Tom felt his lip turn up in a scowl as a growl escaped his lips, the young elf squeaked in fright mistaking his anger towards himself.

Sighing Tom rose, "Thank you Rin, please bring Albus some tea as he waits" he said, keeping his voice as civil as possible despite his rising anger, fixing his robe he walked out of the library and down to the parlor where the Floo was located, the gull of the man to arrive uninvited. Opening the door, he saw Albus with his colorful dress robes a smirk on his face, "Albus, why the untimely visit" he said his voice cold, in the back of the head he felt a hint of concern and asked, "Is Severus alright?" he asked.

"He is fine for now" Albus said his voice cool.

"Is that a threat Albus" Tom eyes burned violet, "I don't do well with idle threats, be reminded that my family is above any ministry law, I can kill you where you stand" he hissed.

Albus chuckled, "I don't doubt that you wont" he said, "But, the fear of losing your sons may stop you" he said Albus warm twinkle in his eyes completely gone replaced with malice as he showed his true colors. "You could have joined me Thomas, together we could have brought the Wizarding World an era of greatness and power." He said calmly.

Tom laughed, "Greatness, your plan was to eradicate any muggle-born and half-blood. Causing no doubt, a war, not everyone believes your views Albus! If this is some schema to convince me towards your half brain idealism that I suggest you leave. Bombarding the Minister in his own home is uncalled for and unjust," he said

Albus rose his hand, "Very well Tom, I believe my words are not achieving their purpose, we could have done great things Tom, great things" he said he walked out, Tom shook his head, making the mistake of turning his back onto a threat, "I'm afraid I'm going to have to bring your sons into this child" Albus now cold voice reached him, before Tom turned to the threat, he felt a silent spell hit him causing him to fall unto his knees.

Walking over Albus knelt to his height and with his fingers sharply pulled the mans face towards him, "Have you been feeling weak Thomas?" he voice mocking concerned, "You should teach Severus to be much more observant in his class, its very easy to walk right pass him" he jeered, "Very easy to manipulate some ingredients, counteract some potions." he said, Tom struggled with the spell his eyes conveying how much he loathed the man in front of him, "I told you Thomas you should have accepted my offer, it would have been so much easier" he hissed straightening himself as he walked over and took a painting of Severus and Hadrian together.

"Now both your sons are going to pay for the sins of their father" he said shaking his head in sadness, Tom struggled again groaning as he attempted to fight, "You should have let it go Tom, if you didn't want to join me that's all you had to say, not create some idiotic law that allows muggles to interact in the Wizarding World" Albus laughed, "Of all the stupid ideas you have had Tom that just tops the cake" he said tilting his head to the side, "muggle expression, I thought you would appreciate it. Funny you thought you could stop me, if I didn't let my sister get in the way;my own lover, whose to say I wouldn't stop you" he said his eyes slanted.

"You wanted me to become a dark lord so badly, sprouting lies to the ministry, well" Albus stopped his face becoming impassive, "The Wizarding World is going to get its dark lord" he said, Tom protested his grunts becoming louder, "Oh don't look so concerned Tom, it is what you wanted remember, for wizards to live in fear of an uprising power." He said, Albus hadn't stopped looking at the portrait of the boys and Tom felt his demeanor crumble as fear crept into his heart, his sons! As if knowing what he was thinking Albus turned to him a sick smile on his face, "Don't worry Tom, I'll take good care of them, I'll need two faithful followers after all they will have to defeat you" he said.

Tom's eyes widened, as he dawn on what Albus meant, NO! Struggling with the constricting spell he tried to shout to get one of the house elves to investigate, but as Albus got closer he knew his fight was in vain, "Don't worry Thomas, you wont remember a thing, I'll make it as painless as possible, well after I'm done with you I mean" he whispered, "I just can't wait to welcome you to the world Lord Voldemort" he whispered, and Tom went black, unknown to both of them, little Harry Riddle stood watching as Albus slowly corrupted his father tears running down his face.

Soon the wizards around the world woke the next day with an overpowering feeling of fear, fear that overtook everything.
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Well, no going back now. Please let me know what you guys think! I won't place a timeline for the second chapter because I want to make sure there isn't any discrepancies, it shouldn't be long I have a good amount already written however, I do have an issue with not remembering exactly what I wrote and so sometime eye colors change or other trivial facts.

I am enjoying writing this fan-fic, so I'm very excited to hear some feedback, again thank you for your time!

Adios!