Title: Just Tom
Author: Razberry
Genre: Romance/Angst
Rating: PG... will go up
Disclaimer: Don't own it, never will, blah blah blah, all that legal stuff....
Warnings: Once again, none.
Summary: Response to one of QueenStrata's challenges. Harry is staying at Hogwarts over the summer, and finds a really nifty mirror that shows whoever looks into it the person that is most like them. Now Harry has to overcome the challenges of getting along with his so called "match"... The only problem? It's none other than Tom Riddle. And what does Dumbledore have to do with this?!
Notes: I realize it's been several months since I've updated, and I'm really very sorry. I had an EXTREME case of writer's block, and still do. I've forced my way through this so you guys won't kill me, but I can't promise a new chapter anytime soon, unless my muses decide to get back from vacation. Triple sorry guys. *is depressed*
Also, if you see a number in a set of these [] that means I have an explanation for that word or phrase at the bottom of the chapter. And since ff.net does not seem to appreciate italics, the character's thoughts will be in /these/. All annoying inner voices will speak in \these\. And since some characters have telepathic abilites, anything that is thought-spoken will be in these. Everyone got that? If not, here's the simplified version for all you idiots out there(j/k).
[] - I have an explanation for that word/phrase at the end of the chapter.
/ / - Peoples individual thoughts
\ \ - Those cute inner voices everybody loves
- Telepathic speech
" " - Regular speech
Okay, well, I think that's it. Now get on with the fic!!!
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Severus had quickly called the boys to Dumbledore's office, and now the four were all waiting for the headmaster to tell them the news.
"I understand that you two are doing very well in your studies, for the most part," Dumbledore began, nodding to Harry and Tom. The two shrugged. Dumbledore continued.
"I also understand that neither of you has been able to tap into your new abilities," Dumbledore paused again. Harry and Tom looked at each other, then back that the headmaster.
"Er... we haven't really tried," Harry admitted. "I had honestly forgotten about that part."
"Me too," Tom said. "How do we do it?"
Dumbeldore smiled here. "I'm afraid I cannot help you there, as I have not found my counterpart. But I do know this: normally people let their power develop naturally, and it takes several years to reach its full potential. But as you boys need it now, you must get training. My friend, the one that found the mirror, is the only other living person to have looked into it besides you four. Both he and his partner have developed their powers fully."
"So you want me and Snape to take Harry and Tom to this friend of yours' for training?" Sirius finished.
"Yes," Dumbledore smiled and nodded. "However, I am afraid he has returned to his home, where it is almost impossible to contact him. You cannot floo or apparate there, nor can owls get inside, so sending a message asking him to come here would be useless. The only way to get there is by foot."
Severus scowled. "So you're asking me to hike to Merlin-knows-where and babysit three children on the way."
"Hey!" Sirius said indignantly. Dumbledore smiled again.
"Yes, I suppose so," he answered, eyes twinkling. "You will need to leave in five days' time, so I suggest you run to Hogsmeade and buy whatever you need, then pack. I'll give you directions before you leave."
*~*~*~*~*~*
'Dear Herm & Ron...' Harry began as he wrote a reply to the both of them. It was two days since Dumbledore's news, and he had just gotten back from Hogsmeade with Sirius (in dog form, of course).
'...I'm doing just great here. Sorry for not writing you earlier, things were a bit busy. I'm not going to tell you who I saw in the mirror; you'll have to find out like everyone else, but I will say that after a bit of a rocky start, we're getting along great...'
Harry smirked at his own words. A rocky start indeed.
'...I'm also sorry to say that Snape is here too. But on the the upside, so is Sirius! He's going to be our new DADA teacher, with a diguise of course. Isn't it great?! Oh, I almost forgot... Dumbledore is sending the four of us- that's me, my other half, Sirius, and Snape out somewhere owls can't get into, so don't try to send me anything for awhile. I'll write you as soon as I'm back, I promise. I'm missing you guys already, I can't wait to see you again! Tell everyone I said hi!'
Harry signed his name and sealed the letter, then left for the Owlery.
*~*~*~*~*~*
Three days after Harry sent his letter to Ron & Hermione, it was time to go.[1] He, Tom, Severus, and Sirius stood outside the gates of Hogwarts, each carrying a pack that had been magically expanded on the inside and then put under a lightening charm to reduce the weight.
"Before we start, I want to lay out some ground rules," Severus said, turning to his companions. "First, everyone does their own laundry. Just because I'm the only adult here-"
"Hey!" protested Sirius(again). Severus ignored him and continued on.
"-that does not mean I have to take care you you all. Secondly, no wandering off by yourself. You get lost, tough, because I am not taking to time to look for you. Thirdly, no magic unless you're qualified, or it's an emergency. We don't need the Ministry on our backs."
"Who died and made you the leader of our little expedition?" Sirius said crossly. He wasn't about to take orders from Snape, of all people.
"I figure as I'm the only adult here," Severus replied snidely, "it would be wisest for me to be in charge." Sirius opened his mouth to protest, but was cut off by Severus again.
"And the Headmaster gave -me- the map."
*~*~*~*~*~*
It was several hours later, and though the problem of leadership had been (somewhat) solved, many more had taken its place. Including...
"I can't believe you got us lost! Already!"
"It's not my fault your incessant chattering impairs my thinking, Black," Snape sneered, not taking his eyes off of the detailed bit of parchment that served as their directions. "If you could keep your mouth shut for once, I might be able to concentrate enough to decipher this impossibly difficult map!"
...And this was why Harry and Tom had mutually agreed to go look for a good place to rest for lunch[2].
"It can't be that hard," Sirius said, snatching the paper out of Severus' hands. "It's just a map."
Just a map indeed. The animagi's eyes bulged comically as he stared at the miniscule lines and tiny symbols on the map. Severus smirked smugly.
"...Snape? Is this thing written in... Latin?!"
"Yes. I told you it was difficult to read."
"...Just how old is this thing anyway?"
"...Old. Now give it back."
*~*~*~*~*~*
To Be Continued...
Notes: I know, crappy ending, sort of short, kind of a nothing chapter... blame the writer's block. Once again, no definite date on the next part. I really hope I get over this thing soon... -_-" I think I'll die otherwise, by my own hand or others'. The sad thing is, I only have writer's block on THIS story... and I've given into the temptation. I've posted the first chapter to a new story. It's a Sailor Moon/Harry Potter crossover, and yes, it's slash(eventually). So you can always check that one out.
EXPLANATIONS & DEFINITIONS
[1] That is to say, nothing spectacular happened over the next three days, and thus, they were not added into the story.
[2] Smart thinking, in my opinion. I would have done the same.
*~*~*~*~*~*
And now to thank my wonderful reviewers...
lillinfields
Bianca - Yes I did a boo-boo on Siri's age... but I wasn't too far off. He could only be a couple of years younger... I remember doing the math. *frowns* If I could only find where I got the numbers again... *wanders off to flip through the 5th book.. again*
plotbunny - Yeah, the rain scene was one of my faves too...
feathergurl - Addicting? Cool!
Party Girl2
Zoe
GloomyBumblebee - "One of the best, if not the best"? *is flattered* Thanks!
Slim Shady
Meheria - *grins* I made a believer out of you? Yay! ^^
Tigris-Lex
iibaru - You are quite right, it is omae o korosu. I made a typo, but it's fixed now ^^
The Dark Vella
sassw14
Fin-Phoenix
Hebi-chan - I know what you mean. Angst is good, but I wanted to write a more lighthearted HP/TR fic.
*evil corrector* muhahah... - Yes, you're right. I either messed up my math or forgot my answer when I figured out his age. He would be either 38 or 39. Glad I have(soooo many) fans who are willing to correct my little errors!
*blank* - *laughs nervously* Well... I'd say it's been more than a week. I really try, I do, but it's usually really hard to get stuff like this done around my place... I do the best I can. I realize what you mean about having to read the story over again though.
Private Nicole
QueenStrata - Ack! Sorry for lack of updating. I think you have your math screwed up with Siri's age too. He had to be in James' year, and I figured out James' age from the fifth book (which was actually about 38-39, instead of 40-41). I get what you're saying too though... you know what? Forget it. I hate math.
*~*~*~*~*~*
Now go review! It's this fic one year anniversary(12 chapters/12 months) and it deserves more praise! ^^
Author: Razberry
Genre: Romance/Angst
Rating: PG... will go up
Disclaimer: Don't own it, never will, blah blah blah, all that legal stuff....
Warnings: Once again, none.
Summary: Response to one of QueenStrata's challenges. Harry is staying at Hogwarts over the summer, and finds a really nifty mirror that shows whoever looks into it the person that is most like them. Now Harry has to overcome the challenges of getting along with his so called "match"... The only problem? It's none other than Tom Riddle. And what does Dumbledore have to do with this?!
Notes: I realize it's been several months since I've updated, and I'm really very sorry. I had an EXTREME case of writer's block, and still do. I've forced my way through this so you guys won't kill me, but I can't promise a new chapter anytime soon, unless my muses decide to get back from vacation. Triple sorry guys. *is depressed*
Also, if you see a number in a set of these [] that means I have an explanation for that word or phrase at the bottom of the chapter. And since ff.net does not seem to appreciate italics, the character's thoughts will be in /these/. All annoying inner voices will speak in \these\. And since some characters have telepathic abilites, anything that is thought-spoken will be in these. Everyone got that? If not, here's the simplified version for all you idiots out there(j/k).
[] - I have an explanation for that word/phrase at the end of the chapter.
/ / - Peoples individual thoughts
\ \ - Those cute inner voices everybody loves
- Telepathic speech
" " - Regular speech
Okay, well, I think that's it. Now get on with the fic!!!
*~*~*~*~*~*
Severus had quickly called the boys to Dumbledore's office, and now the four were all waiting for the headmaster to tell them the news.
"I understand that you two are doing very well in your studies, for the most part," Dumbledore began, nodding to Harry and Tom. The two shrugged. Dumbledore continued.
"I also understand that neither of you has been able to tap into your new abilities," Dumbledore paused again. Harry and Tom looked at each other, then back that the headmaster.
"Er... we haven't really tried," Harry admitted. "I had honestly forgotten about that part."
"Me too," Tom said. "How do we do it?"
Dumbeldore smiled here. "I'm afraid I cannot help you there, as I have not found my counterpart. But I do know this: normally people let their power develop naturally, and it takes several years to reach its full potential. But as you boys need it now, you must get training. My friend, the one that found the mirror, is the only other living person to have looked into it besides you four. Both he and his partner have developed their powers fully."
"So you want me and Snape to take Harry and Tom to this friend of yours' for training?" Sirius finished.
"Yes," Dumbledore smiled and nodded. "However, I am afraid he has returned to his home, where it is almost impossible to contact him. You cannot floo or apparate there, nor can owls get inside, so sending a message asking him to come here would be useless. The only way to get there is by foot."
Severus scowled. "So you're asking me to hike to Merlin-knows-where and babysit three children on the way."
"Hey!" Sirius said indignantly. Dumbledore smiled again.
"Yes, I suppose so," he answered, eyes twinkling. "You will need to leave in five days' time, so I suggest you run to Hogsmeade and buy whatever you need, then pack. I'll give you directions before you leave."
*~*~*~*~*~*
'Dear Herm & Ron...' Harry began as he wrote a reply to the both of them. It was two days since Dumbledore's news, and he had just gotten back from Hogsmeade with Sirius (in dog form, of course).
'...I'm doing just great here. Sorry for not writing you earlier, things were a bit busy. I'm not going to tell you who I saw in the mirror; you'll have to find out like everyone else, but I will say that after a bit of a rocky start, we're getting along great...'
Harry smirked at his own words. A rocky start indeed.
'...I'm also sorry to say that Snape is here too. But on the the upside, so is Sirius! He's going to be our new DADA teacher, with a diguise of course. Isn't it great?! Oh, I almost forgot... Dumbledore is sending the four of us- that's me, my other half, Sirius, and Snape out somewhere owls can't get into, so don't try to send me anything for awhile. I'll write you as soon as I'm back, I promise. I'm missing you guys already, I can't wait to see you again! Tell everyone I said hi!'
Harry signed his name and sealed the letter, then left for the Owlery.
*~*~*~*~*~*
Three days after Harry sent his letter to Ron & Hermione, it was time to go.[1] He, Tom, Severus, and Sirius stood outside the gates of Hogwarts, each carrying a pack that had been magically expanded on the inside and then put under a lightening charm to reduce the weight.
"Before we start, I want to lay out some ground rules," Severus said, turning to his companions. "First, everyone does their own laundry. Just because I'm the only adult here-"
"Hey!" protested Sirius(again). Severus ignored him and continued on.
"-that does not mean I have to take care you you all. Secondly, no wandering off by yourself. You get lost, tough, because I am not taking to time to look for you. Thirdly, no magic unless you're qualified, or it's an emergency. We don't need the Ministry on our backs."
"Who died and made you the leader of our little expedition?" Sirius said crossly. He wasn't about to take orders from Snape, of all people.
"I figure as I'm the only adult here," Severus replied snidely, "it would be wisest for me to be in charge." Sirius opened his mouth to protest, but was cut off by Severus again.
"And the Headmaster gave -me- the map."
*~*~*~*~*~*
It was several hours later, and though the problem of leadership had been (somewhat) solved, many more had taken its place. Including...
"I can't believe you got us lost! Already!"
"It's not my fault your incessant chattering impairs my thinking, Black," Snape sneered, not taking his eyes off of the detailed bit of parchment that served as their directions. "If you could keep your mouth shut for once, I might be able to concentrate enough to decipher this impossibly difficult map!"
...And this was why Harry and Tom had mutually agreed to go look for a good place to rest for lunch[2].
"It can't be that hard," Sirius said, snatching the paper out of Severus' hands. "It's just a map."
Just a map indeed. The animagi's eyes bulged comically as he stared at the miniscule lines and tiny symbols on the map. Severus smirked smugly.
"...Snape? Is this thing written in... Latin?!"
"Yes. I told you it was difficult to read."
"...Just how old is this thing anyway?"
"...Old. Now give it back."
*~*~*~*~*~*
To Be Continued...
Notes: I know, crappy ending, sort of short, kind of a nothing chapter... blame the writer's block. Once again, no definite date on the next part. I really hope I get over this thing soon... -_-" I think I'll die otherwise, by my own hand or others'. The sad thing is, I only have writer's block on THIS story... and I've given into the temptation. I've posted the first chapter to a new story. It's a Sailor Moon/Harry Potter crossover, and yes, it's slash(eventually). So you can always check that one out.
EXPLANATIONS & DEFINITIONS
[1] That is to say, nothing spectacular happened over the next three days, and thus, they were not added into the story.
[2] Smart thinking, in my opinion. I would have done the same.
*~*~*~*~*~*
And now to thank my wonderful reviewers...
lillinfields
Bianca - Yes I did a boo-boo on Siri's age... but I wasn't too far off. He could only be a couple of years younger... I remember doing the math. *frowns* If I could only find where I got the numbers again... *wanders off to flip through the 5th book.. again*
plotbunny - Yeah, the rain scene was one of my faves too...
feathergurl - Addicting? Cool!
Party Girl2
Zoe
GloomyBumblebee - "One of the best, if not the best"? *is flattered* Thanks!
Slim Shady
Meheria - *grins* I made a believer out of you? Yay! ^^
Tigris-Lex
iibaru - You are quite right, it is omae o korosu. I made a typo, but it's fixed now ^^
The Dark Vella
sassw14
Fin-Phoenix
Hebi-chan - I know what you mean. Angst is good, but I wanted to write a more lighthearted HP/TR fic.
*evil corrector* muhahah... - Yes, you're right. I either messed up my math or forgot my answer when I figured out his age. He would be either 38 or 39. Glad I have(soooo many) fans who are willing to correct my little errors!
*blank* - *laughs nervously* Well... I'd say it's been more than a week. I really try, I do, but it's usually really hard to get stuff like this done around my place... I do the best I can. I realize what you mean about having to read the story over again though.
Private Nicole
QueenStrata - Ack! Sorry for lack of updating. I think you have your math screwed up with Siri's age too. He had to be in James' year, and I figured out James' age from the fifth book (which was actually about 38-39, instead of 40-41). I get what you're saying too though... you know what? Forget it. I hate math.
*~*~*~*~*~*
Now go review! It's this fic one year anniversary(12 chapters/12 months) and it deserves more praise! ^^
