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LILY: I know what you're thinking. She's into HP as well?! And YES I AM! And this is my first HP fanfiction. I sincerely hope you enjoy!
MIRAI CLONE: *sweatdrops* It's not worth it. I *value* my life.
LILY: *ignoring her mate* Anyway, I want to thank my readers for answering my question. You're the best. I love you all!
MIRAI CLONE: *sweatdrops* I should be threatened by that.
LILY: Why are you still talking?
MIRAI CLONE: Because I have nothing better to do with my time?
LILY: *nodding her head* Yup, too true. Anyway, disclaimer, I don't own the characters of Harry Potter. I still own my clones, my own mate Mirai Trunks *points to her mate who just sweatdrops but doesn't say anything*, Mystic Gohan, Gambit from X-men Evolution, Neil from the Final Fantasy Movie, Kou Leifoh from the Bouncer for the PS2 game, and my newest clone, Inuyasha, my Demi-Demon Doggie! *gives Inuyasha Clone a bonecushing hug* They're all mine, except for Gohan, he's my best friend's mate. So now on with the story.
MIRAI CLONE: *blinks*
LILY: Oh, and keep them reviews coming, k? Enjoy ladies and gents.
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OUT OF THE ASHES
Chapter 6
"Harry is right, the Opening Ceremony should be starting soon, so we should be heading inside. Harry can explain everything to you two later." Remus said as he started to walk towards the entrance of the castle, the three teengagers and the black dog a few paces behind them.
"Ok, I suggest you three make your way to the main hall, Sirius and I will be waiting for Professor Dumbledore in the meantime. Until we know that Sirius has been cleared of all charges, we can't run the risk of anyone seeing him. Harry, we'll see you three in a little while." Remus said, before he and Sirius headed down the hallway and turned around the corner and disappeared. Harry, Ron and Hermione headed towards the main hall and took their seats at the Gryffindor table, as Professor McGonagall made her way over to the trio.
"I see you all made it here, safely. That's good. Harry, Professor Dumbledore sent me an owl barely an hour ago. It seems that everything is just fine. Of course the ministry officials were a little more than stunned when your father walked in with the Headmaster, but after proving himself as the real James Potter, everything else went smoothly and all charges have been dropped against your Godfather." McGonagall said with a smile as Harry grinned happily.
"That's great. I knew Dad be able to do it. Thank you, Professor. Do you know when they'll get here?" Harry asked as McGonagall looked towards the teachers table to see Dumbledore walk in through the door, Remus right behind him.
"Apparently he's just arrived. Excuse me children." McGonagall said, before heading back over to the teachers' table.
"What do you think is gonna happen now, Harry? It's gonna get a little loud in here when people find out who are DADA Professors are going to be this year." Ron said as Harry nodded.
"Yeah, probably. I can't wait to see the look on Malfoy's face when Dumbledore announces that my father and godfather are two of the three professors." Harry said.
"I'll bet the git sends an owl straight to his father the second he can!" Ron said with a laugh.
"From what I've heard from Sirius and Professor Lupin, Dad and Malfoy's father could stand one another. They were practically mortal enemies." Harry said.
"Much like Malfoy dislikes you, I suppose Harry." Hermione said.
"Ah, come on Hermione, you know Malfoy loathes Harry! As much as Harry does him, right Harry? Nasty little git! No wonder Snape likes him so much, all those Slytherins stick together. One big slimy family." Ron said.
"Ron, I didn't think it was possible, but you despise Malfoy more than I do." Harry said with a laugh.
"Anyway, look, here come the rest of the students." Hermione said as the three noticed the groups of students filing into the great hall.
"Harry! There you are. Why weren't you on the train? Ron wasn't there either." Ginny said softly as she walked over to the table. Harry looked at Ron, before sliding down the table to make room for the pretty little red head.
"You can sit here, Ginny. We weren't on the train because Professor Lupin brought us straight to Hogwarts. I thought your Mum would have told you." Harry said as Ginny sat down next to him.
"No. Mum was too busy yelling at Freg and George. They nearly missed the train. Silly gits." Ginny said.
"So did Ron tell you that they're looking for a new keeper for the Gryffindor house team this year? They need a new captain too." Hermione said as Ginny looked at Harry.
"You should be captain, Harry. You'd be a great one. You're the best player on the team." Ginny said as Harry blushed.
"No, besides, you have to vote for the captain anyway. It's enough work just being the seeker. Wood had me practicing the most out of the whole team." Harry said.
"That's because you were such a great seeker, Harry. And he only wanted you to be even better." Ron said.
"Hey, why don't you try out for Keeper, Ron? You'd be great." Ginny said as Ron blushed.
"Nah, I don't think so." Ron said.
"Why not? I've seen you play against your brother's this summer. You did just fine. You should really try out Ron." Hermione said as Harry looked at her strangely.
"You went over to Ron's this summer? When?" Harry asked as Hermione blushed.
"Earlier this summer. I was just visiting." Hermione said as Ginny smiled at Harry.
"Yeah. They're dating." Ginny said as Ron and Hermione both turned identical shades of scarlet.
"Ron! Hermione! I can't believe you wouldn't tell *me*! You're my best friends!" Harry said, pretending to look hurt.
"Oh shut up! Anyway, looks like McGonagall is about to start sorting the first years." Ron said as the rest of the hall began to quiet down. After going through all the first year students, and sorting them into their houses, Dumbledore rose to his feet.
"I would like to welcome you all back this year. Especially in light of last year's events, I am pleased to have you all here, safe within these walls. I am afraid the threat of last year is still very much alive. Voltemort is still out there, and in these dark times we must do everything in our power to ensure the safety of you, the students. Therefore, I'd like to introduce your new Defense Against the Dark Arts Professors. Now, before I bring them out here, I must explain a few things." Dumbledore began.
"Some of you may remember the professor from two years ago, Professor Remus Lupin. I am pleased to inform you, that he is once again with us and is going to be teaching the class once more. However, he fellow professors, one Mr. Black and Mr. Potter are of another matter." Dumbledore said as a hushed murmer rose through the hall.
"Many of you may recall the story of Sirius Black's betrayal of James and Lily Potter to Voldemort, and his arrest thereaftter. However, this is completely false. Mr. Black was in fact, the Potter's secret keeper, but after suggesting a new secret keeper be named and using Mr. Black as a decoy for Voldemort, the Potter's agreed to name another close friend of theirs, one Peter Pettigrew as their secret keeper. Alas, Peter was working for Voldemort by this time, and he gave the information to Voldemort. It was Mr. Pettigrew, and not Mr. Black, that betrayed the Potters, and we all believed. This came to my attention two years ago, thanks to the young Harry Potter and his friends." Dumbledore said.
"Much has happened since then, and Sirius was still a wanted man, even though it was now known he was innocent of all charges. But as it could not be proven, he remained in hiding, still keeping up with his role as Harry's Godfather." Dumbledore said.
"As for James Potter, I have found a way to bring him to us, one more. It was thanks to his testimony that the charges against Sirius Black have been dropped and all property of Sirius's shall be returned to him. Including his wand, which he shall need to teach this year. As you may have already guessed, these three will be your Defense Against the Dark Arts professors this year. I expect you all to treat them with respect." Dumbledore said, gesturing for McGonagall to open the door to allow the three into the room.
Complete silence overtook the great hall as Remus Lupin, Sirius Black and James Potter stepped into the room and made their way over to the three empty chairs at the teachers' table. They sat down, the three smiling at Harry and his friends, before taking a look around the silent room. Sirius and James looked at each other, before sighing deeply and reaching into their pocket and pulling out a handful of money and handing it over to Remus.
"Well, you were right, Moony. There you are, six sickles." Sirius said with a playful frown.
"How did you do that anyway?" James asked as he handed over his money to the smiling Moony.
"It's logic. You're supposed to be.....well, dead, and Padfoot's a known felon. What did you guys expect, an outrageous welcome back celebration?" Remus asked with a chuckle.
"Well, now that that's been said, let us eat." Dumbledore said as the elegant feast appeared on the tables.
"Bloody hell! This is the happiest day of my life!" Sirius said as he stared at the food before him, his eyes shining.
"Padfoot, it's just food." Remus said.
"Hush you!" James said, before turning to look at Sirius, who looked like he was on the verge of bursting into tears.
"It's ok, Padfoot, Monny didn't mean it." James said.
"Never.....never say such a thing.....never say such a thing about food, Moony. Have you no heart?" Sirius asked as Remus rolled his eyes.
"Right, right. I forgot who I was talking too." Remus said with a chuckle as James and Sirius enchanged a look, before stealing a look over at Snape.
"So.....how did the you-know-what turn out Prongs?" Sirius asked, lowering his voice as James smirked.
"Well...let me see here....." James said, looking at his watch, " Yeah, we'll see. In.....three.....two.....one-" James said.
"POTTER! BLACK!" Snape cried as a loud pop was heard and the entire great hall looked up to see Severus Snape covered in red and gold paint with a banner floating over his head with the words "Gryffindors Are the Greatest! Slytherins Suck!" blinking over his head.
"Why hello, Severus. Whatever seems to be the matter?" Sirius asked sweetly.
"You know what's the matter, Black! Fix it, and fix it now!" Snape cried.
"Ah, but why Severus? Those colors are so *you*! Don't you think so, Prongsie, 'ol lad?" Sirius asked as James studdied Severus for a moment, before nodding his head.
"Yes, yes, I see you're right, Padfoot. Ah, we knew you'd see the light, Severus. Welcome to the side of righteousness and everything that is just!" James said as Snape's face darked and he wiped his wand out, and fixed the paint and banner himself before stomping back over to his seat.
"Stupid stuck up little Gryffindorks!" Snape said as the Mauraders, and the rest of the students started laughing, all excluding the Slytherin table who were too busy glaring at the other tables, in partically the Gryffindor table.
"Settle down, settle down. Professor Potter, Professor Black, I will ask you to refrain from pranking Professor Snape please?" Dumbledore asked as Sirius and James let out a huge sigh before nodding their heads.
"Very good. And Professor Snape. Would you please refrain from referring to any Gryffindors as 'Gryffindorks'? Be they fellow professors or students." Dumbledore said as Snape snorted under his breath but nodded.
"Now how are we supposed to have fun, Prongsie? I've gone too long without pranking the 'ol Snake. I won't survive, I tell you! I can't!" Sirius said as James smiled at him.
"Ah relax, Padfoot, we can still mess with the Slytherins." James said as Sirius's eyes lit up.
"Really! We can take points away, lots of points! Yes!" Sirius said as Remus sighed deeply.
"What have I gotten myself into?" Remus asked with a chuckle.
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LILY: I know what you're thinking. She's into HP as well?! And YES I AM! And this is my first HP fanfiction. I sincerely hope you enjoy!
MIRAI CLONE: *sweatdrops* It's not worth it. I *value* my life.
LILY: *ignoring her mate* Anyway, I want to thank my readers for answering my question. You're the best. I love you all!
MIRAI CLONE: *sweatdrops* I should be threatened by that.
LILY: Why are you still talking?
MIRAI CLONE: Because I have nothing better to do with my time?
LILY: *nodding her head* Yup, too true. Anyway, disclaimer, I don't own the characters of Harry Potter. I still own my clones, my own mate Mirai Trunks *points to her mate who just sweatdrops but doesn't say anything*, Mystic Gohan, Gambit from X-men Evolution, Neil from the Final Fantasy Movie, Kou Leifoh from the Bouncer for the PS2 game, and my newest clone, Inuyasha, my Demi-Demon Doggie! *gives Inuyasha Clone a bonecushing hug* They're all mine, except for Gohan, he's my best friend's mate. So now on with the story.
MIRAI CLONE: *blinks*
LILY: Oh, and keep them reviews coming, k? Enjoy ladies and gents.
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OUT OF THE ASHES
Chapter 6
"Harry is right, the Opening Ceremony should be starting soon, so we should be heading inside. Harry can explain everything to you two later." Remus said as he started to walk towards the entrance of the castle, the three teengagers and the black dog a few paces behind them.
"Ok, I suggest you three make your way to the main hall, Sirius and I will be waiting for Professor Dumbledore in the meantime. Until we know that Sirius has been cleared of all charges, we can't run the risk of anyone seeing him. Harry, we'll see you three in a little while." Remus said, before he and Sirius headed down the hallway and turned around the corner and disappeared. Harry, Ron and Hermione headed towards the main hall and took their seats at the Gryffindor table, as Professor McGonagall made her way over to the trio.
"I see you all made it here, safely. That's good. Harry, Professor Dumbledore sent me an owl barely an hour ago. It seems that everything is just fine. Of course the ministry officials were a little more than stunned when your father walked in with the Headmaster, but after proving himself as the real James Potter, everything else went smoothly and all charges have been dropped against your Godfather." McGonagall said with a smile as Harry grinned happily.
"That's great. I knew Dad be able to do it. Thank you, Professor. Do you know when they'll get here?" Harry asked as McGonagall looked towards the teachers table to see Dumbledore walk in through the door, Remus right behind him.
"Apparently he's just arrived. Excuse me children." McGonagall said, before heading back over to the teachers' table.
"What do you think is gonna happen now, Harry? It's gonna get a little loud in here when people find out who are DADA Professors are going to be this year." Ron said as Harry nodded.
"Yeah, probably. I can't wait to see the look on Malfoy's face when Dumbledore announces that my father and godfather are two of the three professors." Harry said.
"I'll bet the git sends an owl straight to his father the second he can!" Ron said with a laugh.
"From what I've heard from Sirius and Professor Lupin, Dad and Malfoy's father could stand one another. They were practically mortal enemies." Harry said.
"Much like Malfoy dislikes you, I suppose Harry." Hermione said.
"Ah, come on Hermione, you know Malfoy loathes Harry! As much as Harry does him, right Harry? Nasty little git! No wonder Snape likes him so much, all those Slytherins stick together. One big slimy family." Ron said.
"Ron, I didn't think it was possible, but you despise Malfoy more than I do." Harry said with a laugh.
"Anyway, look, here come the rest of the students." Hermione said as the three noticed the groups of students filing into the great hall.
"Harry! There you are. Why weren't you on the train? Ron wasn't there either." Ginny said softly as she walked over to the table. Harry looked at Ron, before sliding down the table to make room for the pretty little red head.
"You can sit here, Ginny. We weren't on the train because Professor Lupin brought us straight to Hogwarts. I thought your Mum would have told you." Harry said as Ginny sat down next to him.
"No. Mum was too busy yelling at Freg and George. They nearly missed the train. Silly gits." Ginny said.
"So did Ron tell you that they're looking for a new keeper for the Gryffindor house team this year? They need a new captain too." Hermione said as Ginny looked at Harry.
"You should be captain, Harry. You'd be a great one. You're the best player on the team." Ginny said as Harry blushed.
"No, besides, you have to vote for the captain anyway. It's enough work just being the seeker. Wood had me practicing the most out of the whole team." Harry said.
"That's because you were such a great seeker, Harry. And he only wanted you to be even better." Ron said.
"Hey, why don't you try out for Keeper, Ron? You'd be great." Ginny said as Ron blushed.
"Nah, I don't think so." Ron said.
"Why not? I've seen you play against your brother's this summer. You did just fine. You should really try out Ron." Hermione said as Harry looked at her strangely.
"You went over to Ron's this summer? When?" Harry asked as Hermione blushed.
"Earlier this summer. I was just visiting." Hermione said as Ginny smiled at Harry.
"Yeah. They're dating." Ginny said as Ron and Hermione both turned identical shades of scarlet.
"Ron! Hermione! I can't believe you wouldn't tell *me*! You're my best friends!" Harry said, pretending to look hurt.
"Oh shut up! Anyway, looks like McGonagall is about to start sorting the first years." Ron said as the rest of the hall began to quiet down. After going through all the first year students, and sorting them into their houses, Dumbledore rose to his feet.
"I would like to welcome you all back this year. Especially in light of last year's events, I am pleased to have you all here, safe within these walls. I am afraid the threat of last year is still very much alive. Voltemort is still out there, and in these dark times we must do everything in our power to ensure the safety of you, the students. Therefore, I'd like to introduce your new Defense Against the Dark Arts Professors. Now, before I bring them out here, I must explain a few things." Dumbledore began.
"Some of you may remember the professor from two years ago, Professor Remus Lupin. I am pleased to inform you, that he is once again with us and is going to be teaching the class once more. However, he fellow professors, one Mr. Black and Mr. Potter are of another matter." Dumbledore said as a hushed murmer rose through the hall.
"Many of you may recall the story of Sirius Black's betrayal of James and Lily Potter to Voldemort, and his arrest thereaftter. However, this is completely false. Mr. Black was in fact, the Potter's secret keeper, but after suggesting a new secret keeper be named and using Mr. Black as a decoy for Voldemort, the Potter's agreed to name another close friend of theirs, one Peter Pettigrew as their secret keeper. Alas, Peter was working for Voldemort by this time, and he gave the information to Voldemort. It was Mr. Pettigrew, and not Mr. Black, that betrayed the Potters, and we all believed. This came to my attention two years ago, thanks to the young Harry Potter and his friends." Dumbledore said.
"Much has happened since then, and Sirius was still a wanted man, even though it was now known he was innocent of all charges. But as it could not be proven, he remained in hiding, still keeping up with his role as Harry's Godfather." Dumbledore said.
"As for James Potter, I have found a way to bring him to us, one more. It was thanks to his testimony that the charges against Sirius Black have been dropped and all property of Sirius's shall be returned to him. Including his wand, which he shall need to teach this year. As you may have already guessed, these three will be your Defense Against the Dark Arts professors this year. I expect you all to treat them with respect." Dumbledore said, gesturing for McGonagall to open the door to allow the three into the room.
Complete silence overtook the great hall as Remus Lupin, Sirius Black and James Potter stepped into the room and made their way over to the three empty chairs at the teachers' table. They sat down, the three smiling at Harry and his friends, before taking a look around the silent room. Sirius and James looked at each other, before sighing deeply and reaching into their pocket and pulling out a handful of money and handing it over to Remus.
"Well, you were right, Moony. There you are, six sickles." Sirius said with a playful frown.
"How did you do that anyway?" James asked as he handed over his money to the smiling Moony.
"It's logic. You're supposed to be.....well, dead, and Padfoot's a known felon. What did you guys expect, an outrageous welcome back celebration?" Remus asked with a chuckle.
"Well, now that that's been said, let us eat." Dumbledore said as the elegant feast appeared on the tables.
"Bloody hell! This is the happiest day of my life!" Sirius said as he stared at the food before him, his eyes shining.
"Padfoot, it's just food." Remus said.
"Hush you!" James said, before turning to look at Sirius, who looked like he was on the verge of bursting into tears.
"It's ok, Padfoot, Monny didn't mean it." James said.
"Never.....never say such a thing.....never say such a thing about food, Moony. Have you no heart?" Sirius asked as Remus rolled his eyes.
"Right, right. I forgot who I was talking too." Remus said with a chuckle as James and Sirius enchanged a look, before stealing a look over at Snape.
"So.....how did the you-know-what turn out Prongs?" Sirius asked, lowering his voice as James smirked.
"Well...let me see here....." James said, looking at his watch, " Yeah, we'll see. In.....three.....two.....one-" James said.
"POTTER! BLACK!" Snape cried as a loud pop was heard and the entire great hall looked up to see Severus Snape covered in red and gold paint with a banner floating over his head with the words "Gryffindors Are the Greatest! Slytherins Suck!" blinking over his head.
"Why hello, Severus. Whatever seems to be the matter?" Sirius asked sweetly.
"You know what's the matter, Black! Fix it, and fix it now!" Snape cried.
"Ah, but why Severus? Those colors are so *you*! Don't you think so, Prongsie, 'ol lad?" Sirius asked as James studdied Severus for a moment, before nodding his head.
"Yes, yes, I see you're right, Padfoot. Ah, we knew you'd see the light, Severus. Welcome to the side of righteousness and everything that is just!" James said as Snape's face darked and he wiped his wand out, and fixed the paint and banner himself before stomping back over to his seat.
"Stupid stuck up little Gryffindorks!" Snape said as the Mauraders, and the rest of the students started laughing, all excluding the Slytherin table who were too busy glaring at the other tables, in partically the Gryffindor table.
"Settle down, settle down. Professor Potter, Professor Black, I will ask you to refrain from pranking Professor Snape please?" Dumbledore asked as Sirius and James let out a huge sigh before nodding their heads.
"Very good. And Professor Snape. Would you please refrain from referring to any Gryffindors as 'Gryffindorks'? Be they fellow professors or students." Dumbledore said as Snape snorted under his breath but nodded.
"Now how are we supposed to have fun, Prongsie? I've gone too long without pranking the 'ol Snake. I won't survive, I tell you! I can't!" Sirius said as James smiled at him.
"Ah relax, Padfoot, we can still mess with the Slytherins." James said as Sirius's eyes lit up.
"Really! We can take points away, lots of points! Yes!" Sirius said as Remus sighed deeply.
"What have I gotten myself into?" Remus asked with a chuckle.
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