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Guardian of Magic

Chapter 3: A Spark of Hope

The next morning, Harry woke up feeling determined to learn everything he could about his ancestors so that no one would ever know more about him than he did. However, being as the time was 4:35 in the morning, Harry decided the best way to start would be to run, and do some circuit training like he had done in his muggle primary school. As Harry stealthily snuck down the Dudley loosened floorboards, he thought about his body and the training that he would soon be subjecting himself to. As soon as Harry stepped through the door, he was acutely aware that someone was watching him. He discretely surveyed the neighborhood while stretching and after a couple of minutes, he could have sworn that he could see a slight glimmer out of the corner of his eye. Harry could distinctly hear the slight tapered sound of someone breathing as well. By this time he was slightly agitated at being watched, but decided to be cordial nonetheless. "Good Morning", Harry said directly looking into the direction of the distorted glimmer. "Good day Harry" came a distinctive growl that Harry immediately placed with Mad-Eye Moody. "What are you doing up so early boy and if you noticed me here, where is your wand? It better not be in your bloody back pocket" growled Moody threateningly. "Well, I decided to get some exercise, and it's in my hand, you can't tell me that you didn't notice me draw it while stretching." "Now that you mention it, I was wondering what you were doing, good job." "Hey Moody, is there anyone more knowledgeable in magic than Professor Dumbledore that's on our side." "Why?" "Just curious" Harry responded while pausing from doing some pushups. "Well, there is Nicholas Flamel, but he is kinda neutral after their argument with Albus a couple of years ago. besides him, all the other noteworthy scholars died during Grindelwand's or Voldermort's first reign." "Oh", there was a slight pause, and then Harry said "Well, I better get started before those crazy muggles wake up." As Harry ran, he wondered why he had ever stopped running for pleasure in the first place. From his youth, he remembered the thrill he got from running, but at the time it he ran out of necessity to avoid the 'Harry Hunters' gang; however, now running seemed almost therapeutic because it helped him clear his mind almost as good as flying, but soon enough Harry started to feel the effects of his physical exertion and quickly decided to take a quick breather. As Harry sat on a nearby bench, he silently amended his plans for the day. He was adamant about preparing himself for the worst, and the first thing he needed to do was learning everything he could so that he could fine tune his strengths and discover his weaknesses. The next thing Harry needed was information on him; whether it be legal, prophecy based, or ancestral. Harry was tired of the whole Wizarding World knowing and withholding information that was important or detrimental to his survival. Lastly, Harry realized while looking down at his flip flop trainers, was that he needed to get new clothes and anything that would aid his learning, growth, and physical prowess. As Harry jogged, he decided to send Hermione a letter to ask her if she knew of any muggle tools that he could use to make an updatable list of spells, or a way to secretly store information that he found out about him. HHHH When Harry got home, he quickly snuck upstairs and took a shower, prepared breakfast, while sneaking himself an extra bacon and egg sandwich, before starting his daily chores. The day flew by and the most notable thing that happened was that Mad-Eye Moody gave him a warning not to be too predictable in the paths he took to run, as they would be unsupervised, and an amusing conversation that Harry had with a baby snake while weeding the garden. As soon as Harry finished with his chores, he took another shower and made his way to his room so he could write his letters and begin studying his school books. As Harry sat at his desk wondered what he would write to the famous Nicholas Flamel, but after his fifth draft Harry was satisfied. From the drafts, he wrote

Dear Mr. Flamel,

Hello, my name is Harry Potter. First and foremost, I would like to apologize for your loss of the Sorcerer' Stone. My intent was to keep the stone from Voldermort, not to lead to its destruction or inadvertently hastening your lifespan. For its destruction and the resulting consequences I apologize. Aside from that I am writing this letter in the hopes that I can learn from you. In your life I know that you have seen and experienced several things for which you are revered. I was wondering if you could help me with the problem that now plagues the Wizarding World as well as a personal matter that I am dealing with. More specifically I was wondering if you could send me the titles to some useful spell books so that I can prepare myself for the inevitable battle between myself and Voldermort. If possible I was also wondering if you could refer me to some books that contain strange talents and abilities that wizards possess and master. The next issue that I would like to discuss with you is of a personal matter. I was wondering if you knew any of my relatives. I know that this is a rather unusual request, but I was wondering if you could tell me about them if you do. I am asking because I am tired of people knowing more about me, my family, and my ancestors affairs than I do. It pains me when I discover secrets that I have been kept in the dark about those who were taken from me prematurely. In addition, it angers me when certain people, the media, and other factions make analogies and comparisons to the emotional temperament, intellectual level, and character traits that I have no idea about, so I figured if people are going to make the fore mentioned associations that I should at least know where their basis comes from. If you could help me, I would be greatly appreciative, and if not thank you for at least listening to my rambling. Once again, I am sorry for your losses.

Sincerely,

Harry Potter

After finishing the first letter he was really satisfied with himself, he had written so many drafts trying to make it sound very verbose, so that Mr. Flamel wouldn't immediately dismiss him as another daft admirer or disrespectful teenager because Harry desperately wanted the knowledge that Flamel could give him. The second letter to Hermione was tons easier for Harry to write because he had some ideas on what he wanted, but he wanted to run them by Hermione before making his final decisions. Harry had a smile on his face as he wrote.

Dear Hermione,

First of all, I was wondering how you were. I know that I have been a prat this past year, and I have to apologize for my actions this past year and for not listening to you. I know that you were injured at the Ministry building and I was wondering if you were okay. Personally, I am fine. I am coping as best as could be expected, but a letter that I received from Sirius helped me out a lot. I am really happy for you and Ron. At first I was a little jealous because I thought it would change our group, but then I realized that change isn't always bad. With that in mind, I need your help, no not with schoolwork or girls.this time.Anyway I have taken to studying, and I was wondering what the best way to store information was. I am trying to learn as much as I can for the upcoming war because I know that I am Voldermort's prime target, and I was looking for a way to store data and update it when needed. If you know of any useful muggle of magical tools that would help, please let e know. Well, its getting late and I have some studying to do.I never thought I would be saying that.yeah, well if you could write soon I'll owe you one. Hey, can you keep this letter secret, well besides from Ron, who is probably reading over your shoulder right now. Hey mate. Thanks

Harry

After finishing the letters, Harry sealed them and gave Hedwig instructions and tied the letters to her leg. As she was leaving, Harry watched her until he couldn't see her anymore. Harry then decided to go downstairs and get dinner before starting his intensive study session.

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