Disclaimer: You all know the drill by now. This stuff isn't mine and I'm not pretending it is.

Special A/N: I'm putting this here to make sure everyone sees it. There is no time-travel in this fic. All you people who think Harry went back in time to become Orion...you're wrong.

Chapter 4 –Slip-Ups, the Order, and Secrets Revealed

The school had been abuzz with the rumor that Snape had sniffed one potion to many and had finally gone crazy. Gryffindors were seen dancing through the hallways shouting for joy while Slytherins everywhere were in shock. No one knew what had caused Snape to undergo such a rapid personality shift but most agreed that it was a good thing. The students formerly tormented by Snape felt like they were floating up through the air on wonderfully puffy clouds. This feeling lasted until dinner. It was at this point that Professor Orion rose to announce to the school that "your favorite potions professor has not in fact gone crazy. He just happened to lose a bet with me. Never fear though. He'll be back to normal tomorrow." This announcement brought a sigh of relief from the Slytherin table but resulted in the largest epidemic of headaches Hogwarts had ever seen. Upon realizing that Snape hadn't changed, a popular trend had developed among the members of the three other houses. For the remainder of the meal it was always possible to see at least ten students banging their heads against the table in frustration. Needless to say, the students sustained much more damage than the tables.

School should have returned to normal the next day but for the first week of school it became a common site to see either Snape or Orion in the midst of performing some extremely embarrassing task. The two professors seemed to have developed a rivalry of sorts and were making wagers with each other about anything and everything under the sky. After the first bet however the two professors had decided that there would be some restrictions to the consequences of losing. Much to the dismay of the Gryffindors there would be no repeats of the happenings during that much remembered Potions class. Much to Orion's relief there would also be no further threats of having to escort Trelawny to any social functions. There were still plenty of other things that could be done though. Even the Slytherins had laughed at the sight of their Head of House dressed up as a fluffy pink bunny rabbit. He had tried to very hard to scowl people into silence, but quite often the sight of a scowling fluffy pink bunny merely sent more people into hysterics. Orion had found himself dressed up as a Shakespearean actor as he serenaded Filch's cat, Mrs. Norris, during dinner one evening.

Students had begun to race down to breakfast every morning in the hopes that they would be able to witness what they would do next and so it was that Ginny found herself forced to have a cold shower as she had been the last of the sixth-year Gryffindors to get up. After a very short and invigorating shower in water that could only be labeled as freezing, Ginny made her way to the Great Hall and sat in her usual seat across from Hermione and Ron.

"Watch the staff table Ginny. They're waiting for something." Ron was avidly watching Snape and Orion who were in turn staring fixedly at the entrance to the Great Hall.

Ginny chuckled to herself. Ron had done a complete 180 degree turn and was now the foremost supporter of Professor Orion. When he found out that keeping control of his temper had prompted the "24 hours of bliss" as he called it, he strutted around for hours.

Just then, Professor Dumbledore made his entrance to the Great Hall. The three Gryffindors watched as Snape and Orion whispered quietly to each other before Orion turned towards Dumbledore and gave a slight wave of his hand. The bottom of Dumbledore's robes blew up slightly revealing a pair of yellow and green striped socks.

"I WIN AGAIN! I told you he wouldn't wear the red ones." Orion shouted while giving Snape a very satisfied look. Snape was in the process of rolling his eyes while giving the Headmaster a look that said How-could-you-let-me-down-like-this?

"They bet on what pair of socks he would wear?" Hermione seemed extremely offended by this. "Shouldn't they be setting a better example?"

"Who cares? Orion wins again! I wonder what Snape will have to do now." Ron was rubbing his hands together with glee. Hermione answered with a glare which was easily ignored.

"Honestly!" She said her disapproval evident. She then stood up and stormed out of the Hall.

Ron sighed. "Has she been storming off more than usual this year or is it just me?" Ginny gave a small giggle. Shaking his head, Ron stood and began to follow Hermione. "Guess I had better go see if I can calm her down. Let me know if I miss anything, okay?" he called over his shoulder.

Ginny laughed to herself at the antics of her two best friends as she finished her breakfast. Picking up her books she headed towards Professor Orion's office where she would be meeting him momentarily. Since the Advanced Magic class had received so much interest, Orion had announced that not only would each applicant need their Head of House's permission but they would also have to come for a short interview. This interview, it was explained, would give the Professor the chance to see if the student had what it took to succeed in the class and to allow the students a chance to ask any questions they might have. Ron and Hermione, as seventh years, had already had their interviews and had both been accepted into the class. Hermione's interview had lasted for a good hour as she asked question after question regarding the material planned for the course. Ron on the other hand, after a brief discussion, said that he had enjoyed a very exciting chess match and had managed to regain his title as supreme chess master of Hogwarts. Ginny wasn't exactly sure what to expect of her interview but she was definitely looking forward to speaking with the intriguing new teacher.

She finally arrived at his office and gave a knock on the door. She heard a muffled answer from inside and cracked the door open. "Professor? Is that you?"

"Ahh, Miss Weasley. Come in. I'm just getting some papers organized." Orion's voice answered.

She entered the office to see the Professor cramming a stack of papers about her height into a closet. After he finally managed to close the door the cupboard disappeared to be replaced by a bookshelf. As he took his seat behind his desk he graced her with a slightly bemused smile.

"One thing they never tell you before you become a teacher is how much time is spent organizing paperwork and filling out lesson plans." The way he said "paperwork" and "lesson plans" clearly showed that if he had his way all the forms would be thrown into fireplaces and banished into the nether regions of the Floo Network. "Where are my manners though? Please take a seat."

He directed her to the comfy chair across from his desk. "Now Miss Weasley first off, while this is technically being called an interview I don't really have that many questions for you. I already knew before coming that you, your brother, and Miss Granger would likely be students in my class and since arriving I've had no reason to doubt that. So, here's my question...Are you willing to work hard?" He arched an eyebrow at her.

Somewhat confused by his statement she nodded her head. "Of course I am sir."

He gave her a smile. "Excellent. Then there's only one problem I have with you." He began to glare at her and upon seeing her nervousness his face broke into a grin once more. "Please, I beg of you, don't call me sir. Each time I'm called "Sir" or "Professor" I feel like a little part of me dies inside."

He was rewarded with a laugh from Ginny who found herself once more remarking to herself at how safe and comfortable she felt with this Professor. After a few moments spent in laughter Orion and Ginny both managed to calm themselves down.

"Now Ginny," he started. "I suppose it's your turn now. Do you have any questions or concerns about the class?"

Ginny shifted in her seat nervously. After having had her ear talked off by Hermione after her interview Ginny was already well aware of the subject material they'd be covering. She did have one question but it didn't have to do with the class. Perhaps noticing her apprehension Orion motioned for her to ask. Steeling herself with a deep breath she looked into his eyes and took a deep breath before asking, "Professor, why do you get along so well with Professor Snape?"

Orion leaned back in his chair a little, obviously surprised at the question. The familiar smile quickly found its way back on to his face and his eyes sparkled slightly as he answered her. "I must say I'm a little surprised at your question Ginny." It was at this point she noticed that he had stopped referring to her as Miss Weasley. She hadn't really noticed when he had switched but she found it both odd and reassuring at the same time. "I was expecting something about the class itself but I suppose your Gryffindor courage is helping you to ask the question that is on many people's minds." He leaned forward and steepled his fingers. "Severus is a very misunderstood individual." He gave short laugh at her obvious disbelief. "Don't get me wrong. He's one of the grouchiest, greasiest and unfriendly individuals I've ever had the fortune to meet but there are reasons he is the way he is. I find it impossible, knowing all that he goes through, not to admire him somewhat." Ginny was obviously confused. Why was this nice, friendly man standing up for the Monster of Slytherin, The Evil Lord of Potions? It just didn't make sense. Orion continued. "Since arriving at Hogwarts a little over a month ago I've had an opportunity to learn about Severus's past and all that he's gone through. Most of it is private and none of your or my business but knowing some of it makes it very easy to understand why he is so bitter." He paused for a moment to find the right words. "You know that Severus was a Death Eater am I correct?" Ginny nodded. "After joining them of his own free will it didn't take him long before he began to see just how evil Voldemort and the rest truly were. Knowing he had made a mistake in joining them he went to Albus and began to act as a spy through much of the first war. When Voldemort met his end at the hands, or should I say forehead, of the young Mr. Potter, Severus had the misfortune of being arrested. Even though he had been working for the light, providing inside information for months, he was accused and treated like a Death Eater. While Albus vouching for him kept him out of Azkaban he did not receive the recognition he deserved and was looked down upon by many. If that wasn't enough he was forced to continue his image of being Death Eater material as Albus was of the opinion, and rightly so, that Voldemort would be back and the need for a spy would once again be important. He has been forced by circumstances to act like that which he hates the most for almost two decades with only a select few knowing it is an act. Is it really that surprising that the personality he has been using for so many years has rubbed off on him? Since Harry discovered that he had been found out a month ago," Orion continued speaking, not realizing that at his mention of Harry the young girl across from him had stiffened. "Severus finally has the chance to be the person he always could have been. I've been going out of my way to get along with him because I think he deserves a break and is quite clever as well. He put up with me at first because I'm working on a way to remove the Dark Mark from his arm. Lately he seems to have decided that I'm an honorary Slytherin and therefore worth some of his time. I must point out that just because he's getting better doesn't mean he'll be nice to Gryffindors any time soon." He said the last bit with a chuckle. Ginny had not so much as blinked since Harry had been mentioned and Orion seemed to have finally noticed her condition.

"Is there something wrong Ginny?" he asked, he was obviously concerned about her behavior.

When Ginny spoke she was so quiet he had to lean forward to catch her words. "Did you say Harry?" Orion paled and quickly looked away. This seemed to give her confidence. "Have you seen Harry? Do you know where he is? Is he coming back?" The volume of her voice quickly began to rise as did she.

Still refusing to meet her eyes Orion's words came out in a strangled rush. "I believe we've run out of time for our interview Miss Weasley. I'm afraid I've just remembered I have a meeting with Professor Dumbledore now. I trust you'll excuse me." And without giving her a chance to respond he seemed to leap of his chair and bolt out of the room.

Ginny dropped back into her seat completely shocked by what she'd just heard. 'Harry's back.' It didn't seem real. After all this time her Harry was finally back. She blushed at her thoughts. 'Well, he's not really my Harry.' She thought to herself. 'But if he's back then why hasn't he come to see us? Why hasn't he come to see me?"

After a few minutes the confused and disheartened Gryffindor slowly made her way to her first class of the day leaving the empty office behind her.

Ginny went through the rest of the day in a daze. She just couldn't stop thinking about Harry. It was lucky for her that the only class she had today was History of Magic where inattentive students were completely normal. It wasn't until dinner that she was finally confronted about the way she was behaving.

"Well Ginny, what do you think?" Hermione asked.

"Huh?" Ginny shook herself out of her daze. Now her only problem was she had no idea what Hermione was asking her about.

"Honestly Ginny. What's the matter with you? You've been out of it since breakfast. What's the matter with you?" Hermione gave her a concerned look.

"Yeah Gin, you haven't even touched your food." Of course it was Ginny's eating habits that would concern her brother. He couldn't understand how anybody could be distracted with food in front of them.

Ginny blushed. "Sorry guys. I guess I've just been a little off today. What were you asking me Hermione?"

Hermione was sounding quite exasperated. "I was asking you why you thought Professor Dumbledore wanted us to come to his office after we finished eating."

"What?" Ginny obviously had missed a lot while she was thinking of Harry.

"He just came by five minutes ago. Weren't you paying attention?"

Ginny smiled shyly. "Ummm, No?"

Hermione just glared at her. "He told us to come to his office and not to tell anyone. He said it was really important. Do you think it could have something to do with the Order?"

"Maybe." But Ginny didn't care about the Order at all. What if he was going to tell them something about Harry?

"I'll bet it is." Ron managed to say, little bits of food spraying out of his mouth at the same time.

"Don't talk with your mouth full." Hermione smacked him on the shoulder.

Ron swallowed and looked at her sheepishly. "Sorry."

'That's new.' Ginny thought to herself. Usually when Hermione got on his case with a comment like that it would have started another one of their famous arguments.

Ron continued. "I'll bet the Order is finally going to start giving us more info. I mean Hermione and I are 17 now and you're getting closer Gin."

Hermione was excited. "Do you think so Ron? Maybe we'll be able to find out if there's any news on Harry."

Ginny jumped slightly in her seat. Fortunately the other two hadn't noticed as they quickly got into a debate on the likelihood of finding out about Harry.

"If they knew something they would have told us by now." Ron said

"Well maybe they do know something and they're just trying to keep it secret." Hermione responded.

"Or maybe there just isn't any news. You're aren't always right about everything you know?" Ginny noticed that Ron's face was starting to get red with anger and she felt it was a good time to jump in.

"Ummm guys? It looks like Professor Dumbledore and a bunch of the teacher are leaving now. Maybe we should head over to his office." Hermione and Ron turned their glares from each other towards Ginny before it registered with them what she had said. With one last glare towards Ron, Hermione grabbed her stuff, and Ginny's arm, and started to pull her towards Dumbledore's office. Ginny just shrugged at Ron as she was pulled away. With a last longing glance at his food he too rose and followed after the girls.

It took Ginny a moment to free herself from her friends grasp. Ron was out of hearing range as she turned to Hermione with a smile. "Ron seems to think you've been doing more storming away than usual. Any reason why?"

"Ginny, you know I love your brother but sometimes he's just so infuriating." Hermione growled.

"Oh, believe me, I know." She paused as an evil little smile crossed her face. "So," she started casually. "Just how long have you been in love with my stupid brother?"

Hermione stumbled and as she caught her balance her face was red enough to rival a Weasley's hair. "I-I-I mean I loved him like a brother." She managed to stutter out, still blushing furiously.

Ginny was enjoying herself quite a bit. "Oh don't worry I won't tell him a thing."

Hermione turned to her. "Ginny..."

"Tell him what?" Hermione shut her mouth with a snap as Ron finally caught up to them. Hermione was now looking at Ginny with panic written all over her face.

Ginny smirked to herself. "Oh I was just promising not to tell Professor Orion how silly Hermione thinks he acts."

"Oh. That's it. He's not to bad you know Hermione. He's just trying to have a bit of fun." Ron was still sticking up for anything that had the potential to make Snape look stupid.

Hermione gave Ginny a look thanking her before answering Ron, 'At least Hermione seems to realize she likes Ron,' Ginny thought to herself, 'even if she's not willing to admit it to anyone else.'

They quickly made their way to the gargoyle which led to Dumbledore's office and gave the password they had earlier been told.

"Honey buttons." Hermione said primly and the gargoyle swung open to reveal the stairway leading up.

As they reached the stop of the stairs they were greeted by an open door and an office that had been enlarged to make room for all the Order members they saw before them. Somewhat intimidated at being the only students among the gathering, the three Gryffindors tentatively made their way inside. Letting Hermione and Ron lead the way in, Ginny took the opportunity to see who was present. It was obvious that the feelings of those present were mixed as to whether or not there should be students at the meeting. Snape's disapproval was obvious as was Mrs. Weasley's concerned frown. Dumbledore led a number of the Order members in greeting the students with a friendly smile. The only person showing no reaction at all to the students entry was Professor Orion who was sitting by himself at the end of a long table with three empty chairs beside him. It almost seemed like Orion was afraid to look at Ginny. Afraid that in doing so he might let something slip out again.

"Now that our youngest prospective members have joined us, we can get started. Would the three of you care to have a seat with Professor Orion?" Dumbledore's eyes were twinkling brightly as he watched the shock play over their faces. While they had discussed being admitted to the Order they hadn't really been serious. As the tried to let the idea sink in they walked over their seats and sat down. Ginny found herself sitting beside Professor Orion, she saw him glance over and smile at their surprise before returning his attention to the Headmaster who was beginning to address the four of them.

"We've asked the four of you here today to offer you membership in the Order of the Phoenix. While there have been some objections to your admission," a snort from Snape and a scowl from Mrs. Weasley made clear who had been outvoted. "we feel that it is time for you to join us. Your roles within the Order will be explained after your initiation. Are there any questions before we begin?" He was answered with four shaking heads. "Very well." Dumbledore rose from his seat at the head of table and came towards them with a cup in his hand. "Would the four of you please stand and repeat after me. Use your name where I use mine. I Albus Dumbledore,"

"I Hermione Granger,"

"I Ronald Weasley,"

"I Ginevra Weasley,"

"I James Orion,"

Dumbledore continued, "do herby swear my loyalty to the Light."

"do herby swear my loyalty to the Light." The four responded in unison.

"To fight against darkness and protect the innocent until my last breath."

"To fight against darkness and protect the innocent until my last breath."

"This do I swear and my blood so bind me."

"This do I swear and my blood so bind me." Then Dumbledore passed a knife to each of them and instructed them to cut their palms and allow a drop of blood to drop into the cup. Ginny winced slightly as her cut began to sting but it was quickly forgotten as she watched in amazement what happened next. Professor Dumbledore's phoenix, Fawkes, had begun to sing and had flown from his perch to come to a rest on the Headmaster's shoulder. With a trill that filled those present with joy Fawkes shed four tears which dropped into the cup to mingle with the blood. In a flash of light the blood was gone and the cup was now filled with a silvery liquid.

Dumbledore smiled at the four newest members of the Order and gently washed their cuts with the liquid. His eyes twinkled as the looked on in astonishment as their cuts were healed. "Let us welcome the four newest members of the Order of the Phoenix." His words were greeted by applause and cheers from those present and it looked like Mrs. Weasley had gotten over her disapproval as she smiled at her two youngest children, tears of pride in her eyes.

While the cheering was going on Dumbledore had returned to his seat at the head of the table and the four had retaken their seats. Soon everyone had calmed down and directed their attention to Dumbledore once more.

"Today's meeting will not be very long, but I know that by the end of it there will be a number of you with lots on your mind." There were many confused faces at these words and Ginny noticed a wince flash over Orion's face. "To our youngest members," he nodded towards Ginny, Hermione, and Ron, "your tasks will be fairly straightforward for now. We will be supplying you with some extra training in dueling along with your Advanced Magic classes that all three of you have been accepted into. We also ask that you try and feel out the rest of the students to try and see where their loyalties lie."

"You want us to spy on them?" Ron asked.

Dumbledore smiled. "You could put it that way. Is that a problem?"

Now it was Ron's turn to smile. "No problem at all." Ginny could just see the plans to catch Malfoy in a compromising situation begin to form.

Dumbledore chuckled. "I didn't think it would pose much of a problem. Now Professor Orion is already aware of the capacity in which he'll be helping but I felt it was a good idea for everyone else to know as well."

Orion took this opportunity to speak up. "Is this really necessary Albus?" He was shifting slightly in his seat and kept glancing at some of those assembled.

Dumbledore's twinkling had grown even brighter and he appeared to be restraining himself from breaking out into a grin. "I really do feel it would be best James. We wouldn't want anyone to think you weren't contributing.

Orion scowled. "It's just Orion, and I would very much prefer them to think I wasn't contributing if the alternative is my death."

Dumbledore dropped all pretense of trying to be serious. "I hardly think your need be concerned about your health."

Orion glanced briefly at the Gryffindors beside him and at Mrs. Weasley sitting further down on the right side. "I respectfully disagree."

Dumbledore continued to smile. "I'm sorry but I think this is important." Orion appeared to be ready to bolt as Dumbledore continued. "Professor Orion will be acting in a number of different capacities. He will be taking part in the training of our younger members but as his teaching duties include only their training and the one Advanced Magic class he will frequently be absent from the school performing missions for the Order." Dumbledore paused and Orion seemed to be slowly edging his chair back. "He will also be acting as the Order's liaison with the young Mr. Potter."

Silence greeted this statement.

For about five seconds.

"What?"

"Harry? Harry's back?"

"Why him? He's never even met him?"

"Why isn't Harry here?"

"How long has he been back?

The questions were flying and Orion's eyes were darting back and forth as if gauging any possible threats to his person. He seemed to be keeping an especially close eye on Mrs. Weasley who was being surprisingly quiet.

Dumbledore waved for silence. "When Harry left Privet Drive, he eventually ran into Orion. While Harry had disguised himself, he was apparently still recognized by our friend here who offered to train him. With his training finished, Harry returned to Grimmauld Place briefly a month ago. He stated that there was no need for him to return as a student at Hogwarts this year and that he needed to be free to move around and deal with things himself. I spoke with him and he agreed to have Professor Orion monitor his activities so that if there was a need he could contact us or we could contact him. As of right now Orion will be the only one in contact with Harry." That did it. Molly Weasley had restrained herself as she watched her children join the Order and she had held her tongue when it was revealed that Orion would be in contact with Harry. No more. That this man had known where he was, been with him everyday, and not alerted them, not told them that Harry was safe, not brought him back to those who loved him, and now would be the only one allowed to see him again, was too much. She rose from her seat and quickly made her way over to the Professor who, seeing her approach had paled and rose to his feet. Before he had a chance to escape though, she had taken up a position in front of him blocking off all escape routes.

"You will sit down right now and tell us where Harry is and what you did with him or so help me you won't walk out of this room!" While normally Mrs. Weasley was known for extreme volume, this time her words were almost a whisper but everyone could hear the barely restrained fury in her voice. Orion was trapped and he knew it. Glancing around frantically he seemed to visibly relax as he looked into the far corner.

"If you're so concerned about what I've done with Harry," he began, "why don't you ask him?" And he pointed over to the corner. Everyone's heads whipped around in surprise to see...nothing. There was no one there, the only thing the far corner were more portraits of some of the Headmasters.

Heads whipped around yet again to confront Orion only to find he'd disappeared. Somehow he'd made his way around Mrs. Weasley and the only sign of his departure was the glimpse they all caught of the door closing.

"YOU GET BACK HERE!!!!" Mrs. Weasley roared before bolting out of the office after him at a speed that surprised everyone. Everyone else just watched in shock as they tried to figure out what happened. They were stunned yet again when, after hearing the gargoyle move back into its place, they heard a sigh of relief before who should appear but Orion, standing exactly where he had been before.

He smiled. "Well, that was awfully close. I thought she was going to kill me for sure. Now I'm sure we can all have a seat and discuss this reasonably..." he trailed off as he was surrounded by three very stern Gryffindors. "Ummm, I don't suppose you'd all be willing to turn and look at the pretty dragon that just flew in the window? I'm serious, it's right there." he took in their facial expressions and his shoulders slumped. "Yeah, I didn't really think that would work."

By time Ginny made it to her bed that night her mind was still working at top speed. Confronted by Harry's friends Orion had broken very quickly and had given everyone a brief summary of Harry's training. He had learned everything the new trio would be covering in the AM class along with many more highly advanced magics. He had explained Harry's reasons for not returning to Hogwarts and while she understood them, it hurt that he had chosen to stay apart from them. Mrs. Weasley had returned part way through his explanation and only the fact that he quickly hid behind Dumbledore saved him from a hexing. As they left Orion had taken the three aside and explained that while he was in contact with Harry, any owls sent to their friend would still be returned so as not to give away his location. He apologized but was firm on the fact that all contact had to be limited for secrecies sake. He also reminded them that no one could know of Harry's return, a fact that had already been made clear to them by Dumbledore.

Ginny decided that she was going to write to him. While Orion had said he wouldn't act as a post owl between them, she hoped she could convince him to keep it until he happened to meet with him again.

And maybe, just maybe, Harry would write back.

Harry was in a great mood. He'd been watching as his friends were brought into the Order and had found it very hard not to reveal himself to them. He had observed everyone's reaction to the news of his return and he had found them quite amusing. Snape seemed to be mad that Orion, his new friend, had trained his nemesis. 'If only he knew everything.' Harry chuckled to himself.

It had warmed his heart to see how Mrs. Weasley had been so worked up over his safety. At the same time he also vowed never to show himself to her again without a couple people to act as bodyguards. She wouldn't be happy with him. It had been everything he could do not to fall down laughing when she had gone barreling out of the office to track down her answers.

Ginny had been the hardest to watch. He could see the hurt in her eyes that he hadn't come back to them and as he watched her hold back tears it had been very hard for him to keep his resolution to stay hidden. He'd just wanted to run over and hold her and promise never to leave her again. He knew he couldn't though. As hard as it was, he knew it was for the best. As he too went to sleep he wondered if he would be able to keep it up and follow through with the plan.

His good humor from earlier all but gone his last thought before drifting off to sleep was: "This sucks."

A/N: There it is. All finished. Now, before the theories start flying there are some things I need to make very clear. 1) There is no time-travel in this fic. 2) James Orion is not James Potter. I used the name James for one reason and one reason only. I like it. 3) James Orion is not Sirius Black. I know that everyone assumes Orion is Sirius's middle name and maybe it's true. I used the name Orion for one reason and one reason only. I like it.

Glad we got that out of the way. Now for the responses:

Lynn-50670: It's not stupid for Orion to remind you of Harry. Many people are of the opinion that they are one and the same. If you are stupid, then there are a lot of stupid people out there.

Tiamante Salazar Tameran: As you can see Orion does indeed know Harry quite well. How would they be able to go through a year of training without the Ferret story coming up? I think that would be impossible. :)

Lord Sauron the Deciever: He's giving her hints? Says who? I never said Orion was Harry. :)

Medicated Drama Queen: Hope this chapter helps explain a little why Orion and Snape seem to be getting a long. Of course, their friendship has taken a bit of a hit and will be taking another one soon.

Captuniv: See above. No time travel.

Emikae: He had to treat Gryffindor's the way he treats Slytherins and vice-versa. As you can see it wasn't permanent.

Snitch20: Harry Orion. Really? We'll see. I see know reason why both Harry and Orion can't work well with him. Perhaps its Orion who will be what lets them work together. Who knows?

Lady of Masbolle: Glad you liked the chapter. Sorry about getting your name wrong though. Khadon actually isn't the name I usually use for things I just pulled it out of nowhere. I usually go by Corrin but the stupid site said it was already taken. Ah well, what can you do?

Harry Foureyes: Don't stop with your theories cause I love reading them. It is a little hard to write it without Harry but he'll be making guest appearances every now and then. Before long he'll be appearing much more regularly as the chapters will start to split between 50 Ginny's POV and 50 Harry's.

Korrd: Ginny and Harry all the way.

Emma-Lizzy-Black: I know I need to update the other story winces/ I've promised myself that I'll get another chapter out this week. In fact, I promise to you and everyone else that if I don't update the other story this week then I will give a definite answer on the "Are Harry and Orion the same person?" question. Pressure's on now.

Tanydwr: I do like the whole body-splitting idea. I think I've only seen it in one or two other fics. That isn't the case in this one though. Sorry.

GiGiFanFic: Hey, if you think they're the same person that's okay. Cover stories can be rigged, it's true. Doesn't mean they are though. Guess we'll have to wait and see if you're right.

Fredweasleysgirl: Oh come on. Share your theories. I love reading them. They make me laugh.

Timra: Yes, Orion is Harry's teacher. Is Harry the one who will remove Snape's Dark Mark? Who else do you think could do it?

iamJulianne: As you can see Mrs. Weasley didn't kill Orion. Very subtle with the whole coughing bit too. ;)

lucasfsf: I don't know if you've kept reading this but I don't think of Orion as a male Mary Sue. There's a lot left to find out about him. Besides, who knows maybe he really is Harry. I never said that he was more powerful than Dumbledore. In fact I never made any reference to his power level at all. I said he was smart and that he mostly just used Wandless magic. Is it terribly surprising that someone who understands magic doesn't need a wand? I don't think so. Also, even if he is powerful that doesn't mean that he'd be out tearing apart Death Eaters. Not everyone is willing to fight or is violent. Second, who says he's not out causing trouble for them. We know Harry has been catching them and who's to say Orion hasn't been helping? Anyways, I've ranted enough. I hope you keep reading my fic but if you don't it's your loss.

Thanks to everyone who reviewed this chapter. Your reviews are wonderful and I can't wake to hear what you think of this one. Check my response to Emma-Lizzy-Blacks review to see my promise about my other fic.

That's all for now.