Coming Silence
Ch: 5
Three years had passed since that fateful day in the Mirror Room. Harry had changed a lot in those days, going from a self-conscious young Prince to a fully confident and powerful King. His closest friends were the only ones who knew of what had happened- everyone else just thought that his newfound power and ruthlessness was a result from being King. That only showed how little they new.
Harry was a very benevolent King and one of the best Alenzar had ever had. He enforced harsher punishments for harsher crimes and opened camps for those teenagers whose lives had gotten off track. All in all, Alenzar was prospering peacefully.
Harry's powers had also stopped manifesting themselves from out of nowhere. Now, he was working on establishing some control but as one of his teachers had told him, his powers will change once he sets foot inside his old realm. Roltac, his recent lover of two years, had told him not to worry, that one of his friends would cross realms to help Harry.
It was now time for Sirius's visit. Harry had sent a message to him via Demon Carrier earlier in his year, (time runs differently between the two realms. The day had come when Harry could hold his own Gate for as long as he needed- which showed how much power he had, considering a Gate saps the magical energy out of someone. Stalking down the corridor as silently as a cat, Harry opened the door to his room.
Roltac was sitting at the desk, writing something on a pale piece of parchment. Harry walked forward to have a look but before he could glance over his lovers shoulder, the parchment was swept out of sight and into Roltac's pocket.
"What do you think you're doing?" asked Roltac, quickly kissing Harry lightly. Though they were lovers, it wasn't anything romantically heavy. It was more like casual sex between two great friends and both were fine with the arrangement. Until Harry found his Mate, Roltac would share his bed.
"I am trying to see what you are writing," replied Harry. He stared at the pocket the parchment had disappeared in with immense curiosity. It wasn't often that Roltac hid something from him but when he did, it was well worth being nosy about.
"It is nothing, dear heart. Forget about it. I seemingly remember, however, that today is the day our legendary Sirius Black is supposed to come. Am I mistaken?"
"Huh? Oh, no, you're right. That is why I am here. I came to get you like you asked me too. Are you ready?" Harry jumped up slightly in excitement. His godfather was coming!
"I am ready but you better contact Kasha and tell her to meet us at the entrance hall. She doesn't want to miss this."
They both grinned at this. Kasha had been badgering Harry about what his realm was like ever since they had become friends. Now it was time for someone else to put up with her badgering. In a way, she was like Hermione, always looking for something new to learn. The difference was Kasha was more easy going in her learning, not constantly worried about learning and breaking the rules. The more dangerous something was, the more fun Kasha had.
Concentrating, Harry mentally thought of Kasha and said, In his head, Harry heard her give a slight scream of surprise. Not every demon had the ability to talk mentally but Harry did and as King gave him great advantage over many. Kasha, though, was still not use to this form of conversation. After getting a faint reply, Harry nodded to Roltac.
"She said she would meet us at the Gate site." Buttoning their various styled cloaked, they walked out into the orange light of the day. Harry, no matter how many times he had seen it, still was amazed at the sky. Orange with two great big suns was a site many would be amazed at.
Off they went to the port site, a place Roltac thought would make a great Gate site. It was in the middle of a clearing but they didn't have to wait long before Kasha was at their side. With a nod in both directions, Harry began.
The incantation was easy to learn and soon the beginnings of the Gate were formed. Raising his hands high over his head, Harry envisioned small colored threads attaching themselves to the glowing Gate. Small wisps of white could be seen from the inside, which gave the Gate its name. With a small push of energy, the Gate was formed.
They had all agreed that Roltac, who had already visited Harry's realm, would go get Sirius. Kasha would stay with her King in case someone decided to try something dishonorable. Harry waited with growing excitement as Roltac vanished through the Gate. They only had to wait moments for as soon as Roltac vanished, he reappeared. And next to him was-
"Sirius!" Harry flung himself into Sirius's outstretched arms. Two arms wrapped around him, hugging him tight.
"Harry?" asked Sirius in awe. "Is that you? What happened?" He stared at Harry in amazement. "Is that a tail? And why haven't you grown?"
Harry released Sirius but immediately locked arms with his godfather. "First, introductions. Kasha, Sirius and Sirius, this is Roltac, my lover." All three faces snapped to Harry's in shock. They obviously weren't aware of what Harry was going to say.
"Lover?" Sirius turned his gaze to meet Roltac's. "Do you treat him well?"
"Yes sir. I wouldn't treat him anyway else."
"Good. Harry needs someone in his life to love him, not hurt him."
"You're not mad at my choice in partners?" asked Harry.
Sirius threw his head back and laughed, hugging Harry to him, still laughing hilariously. "Harry," he managed to gasp out, "I and the rest of the wizarding world could care less about who, or what, your sexual partner is. We have cross species and half human children so why would they care about liking the members of the same sex? I assure you, I have no problems with it. Besides, I am with Remus."
"Remus Lupin?" asked Harry as the quartet walked across the grounds. "Since when?"
"Oh, for a while now. Now, tell me what has happened. Wow, look at the sky!" Harry giggled but explained everything, from meeting Roltac to his transformation to not growing, as they walked across the ground. When they entered the castle- with a faint gasp of surprise from Sirius- Harry immediately took Sirius off to his rooms. He didn't want to the other Advisors, with the exception of Ittana and Malvorn, to meet Sirius. They just might use him to hurt Harry.
"So, you're a Cat Demon, and have stopped growing?"
"Yup!" said Harry cheerfully. "I'm of average height in your realm but my lack of height comes in handy in my realm. It gives me agility. How come I never knew about you and Remus?"
"Well, I thought it might make you a tad bit uncomfortable. After the way the Dursley's raised you, I figured you would go running into the night screaming. I didn't want to upset you."
Harry tugged on Sirius's arm, making him stop dead in the hallway. With a look of maturity Sirius didn't know Harry possessed, Harry said, "I would still have loved you no matter what sex you preferred. I love you for you. Remember that."
Tears slowly filled Sirius's eyes. It had been a long time since someone other that Remus said they loved him. Wiping them away, Sirius told Harry about how well Ron and Hermione were doing with his disappearance. Surprisingly enough, Snape was taking it pretty hard, though he wouldn't come out and say anything. Harry snorted and told Sirius about what he had learned. Needless to say, Sirius was shocked at their behavior.
Harry brushed it aside. It was a day for having fun- something he wasn't able to have in a while-and enjoying each other's company. Kasha stayed with them and taught Sirius a few easy hand-to-hand combat moves-in case he got into trouble- at Harry's insistence. Roltac, however, had to go. Some important business was going to keep him away for a few days but he promised Harry that he would be back before Sirius left.
Harry and Sirius spent the day touring Alenzar and visiting the market place Harry had first seen upon arrival. Despite Sirius's protest, Harry bought him a pair of long, thin silver colored daggers with jeweled hilts, made out of a metal harder than steel. They shinned in the light and Harry explained that the daggers, in the wizarding world, would cast lightning at the users command. It was an expensive gift but Harry didn't care- Sirius was well worth it.
After a picnic in the castle gardens, Harry challenged Sirius to a wizards duel. Harry still kept his wand on him at all times and studied his wizarding books cover to cover, memorizing everything. It lasted mere minutes, as Sirius was impressed with all Harry's knowledge. They packed everything up and went inside to clean for dinner.
It was at dinner that trouble happened. Harry decided to dine with Kasha, Ittana, and Malvorn in the small dining room. Everyone was laughing as Sirius retold the pranks of the Marauders youth. Malvorn was especially interested, as he had a mischief streak a mile wide.
Just as they were eating the second course, the doors opened and in walked Tolmet. Everyone stiffened as the reptilian demon slid his way into the room. Sirius growled low in his throat. He didn't like Tolmet one bit, since Harry had told him about what the Advisor said.
"Having dinner without me?" sneered Tolmet. He stopped feet away from Sirius's chair and stared at the animagus with undisguised hate. "And who's this? Another pet of the Kings?"
The Advisory was forbidden to kill each other or Ittana would have killed Tolmet years ago. She turned her burning gaze unto the reptile. "What do you want, Tolmet?" she spat. "We are trying to enjoy our dinner."
"I am here to see the King, not you, Ittana."
"I am right here, Tolmet," said Harry in a voice Sirius had never heard before. The coldness literally chilled him to the bone. They saw Tolmet shiver slightly. "Say your peace and be gone."
"I have been insulted, Your Majesty. It is within bounds that I claim my right to join this little dinner party. It says in the bylaws, as you well know, that a Senior Advisory member is to join all parties hosting a guest from another realm. Seeing as to how I am the Senior Member, I have been insulted." Ittana opened her mouth to say something but Harry quickly cut her off. He said nothing for a few minutes as he gazed steadily at Tolmet. Soon, under that scrutinizing gaze, the reptile began fidgeting.
"Do you wish to join us?" asked Harry, his voice coming out as a small whisper. Another voice was heard slightly below that, a voice whispering sweet lullabies. Soon Tolmet was swaying slightly from where he stood as the others became drowsy.
"Yes."
"Then join us." Power was in Harry's voice as he said the last statement and before Tolmet knew what was happening, he keeled over and smashed to the floor- completely unconscious.
"What did you do to him?" asked Sirius as the others shook themselves awake.
Harry grabbed his fork and slowly started to eat his food. "I put him to sleep. It's another gift I have."
"Amazing. If only I had that gift! I could do so many pranks on Snape.." Sirius drifted off into his own world as the others watched him in amusement.
"You really should leave him alone, Sirius."
"Huh?" Sirius was snapped out of his little dream world. "Why?"
"He is under a lot of stress, dealing with Voldemort and all those death eaters. Cut him some slack."
Sirius sighed. "Everyone's been under stress, Harry. The pranks pulled between us aren't intended to harm, only to release stress. Besides, Snape does them too, even though he says he doesn't. He was the Marauders biggest prank specimen; he obviously picked up a few good tricks. He managed to turn my hair neon green for three weeks! I couldn't sleep with Remus at all; he said the glow from my hair kept him up all night. The liar."
Harry giggled and the rest of the dinner passed in peace. Sirius slept in Harry's guest room that night. Harry was dreaming of a long dark hallway. Silence was all around but a feeling of forbidden drench itself around the room like a sweet perfume. A small whine caught his attention. Harry knew that sound- Sirius! Dream Harry took off down the hall running faster and faster. A door to his left popped out of nowhere. He slowly opened the door with a small creak. Inside was Sirius and standing over him were thousands of Dementors. They were giving Sirius the kiss! "SIRIUS!" screamed Harry.
Harry woke with a flash. Sirius scooped him up, holding him as he shivered from the dream. "Don't leave me," he muttered. So Sirius pushed Harry over slightly and that night, Harry allowed himself to be held like a child wrapped in their parents arms.
AN: Another long chapter, if anyone is liking this. If so, hit me back. If not, still review and tell me to get my crap off line. Until next chapter then.
~Cheers
Three years had passed since that fateful day in the Mirror Room. Harry had changed a lot in those days, going from a self-conscious young Prince to a fully confident and powerful King. His closest friends were the only ones who knew of what had happened- everyone else just thought that his newfound power and ruthlessness was a result from being King. That only showed how little they new.
Harry was a very benevolent King and one of the best Alenzar had ever had. He enforced harsher punishments for harsher crimes and opened camps for those teenagers whose lives had gotten off track. All in all, Alenzar was prospering peacefully.
Harry's powers had also stopped manifesting themselves from out of nowhere. Now, he was working on establishing some control but as one of his teachers had told him, his powers will change once he sets foot inside his old realm. Roltac, his recent lover of two years, had told him not to worry, that one of his friends would cross realms to help Harry.
It was now time for Sirius's visit. Harry had sent a message to him via Demon Carrier earlier in his year, (time runs differently between the two realms. The day had come when Harry could hold his own Gate for as long as he needed- which showed how much power he had, considering a Gate saps the magical energy out of someone. Stalking down the corridor as silently as a cat, Harry opened the door to his room.
Roltac was sitting at the desk, writing something on a pale piece of parchment. Harry walked forward to have a look but before he could glance over his lovers shoulder, the parchment was swept out of sight and into Roltac's pocket.
"What do you think you're doing?" asked Roltac, quickly kissing Harry lightly. Though they were lovers, it wasn't anything romantically heavy. It was more like casual sex between two great friends and both were fine with the arrangement. Until Harry found his Mate, Roltac would share his bed.
"I am trying to see what you are writing," replied Harry. He stared at the pocket the parchment had disappeared in with immense curiosity. It wasn't often that Roltac hid something from him but when he did, it was well worth being nosy about.
"It is nothing, dear heart. Forget about it. I seemingly remember, however, that today is the day our legendary Sirius Black is supposed to come. Am I mistaken?"
"Huh? Oh, no, you're right. That is why I am here. I came to get you like you asked me too. Are you ready?" Harry jumped up slightly in excitement. His godfather was coming!
"I am ready but you better contact Kasha and tell her to meet us at the entrance hall. She doesn't want to miss this."
They both grinned at this. Kasha had been badgering Harry about what his realm was like ever since they had become friends. Now it was time for someone else to put up with her badgering. In a way, she was like Hermione, always looking for something new to learn. The difference was Kasha was more easy going in her learning, not constantly worried about learning and breaking the rules. The more dangerous something was, the more fun Kasha had.
Concentrating, Harry mentally thought of Kasha and said, In his head, Harry heard her give a slight scream of surprise. Not every demon had the ability to talk mentally but Harry did and as King gave him great advantage over many. Kasha, though, was still not use to this form of conversation. After getting a faint reply, Harry nodded to Roltac.
"She said she would meet us at the Gate site." Buttoning their various styled cloaked, they walked out into the orange light of the day. Harry, no matter how many times he had seen it, still was amazed at the sky. Orange with two great big suns was a site many would be amazed at.
Off they went to the port site, a place Roltac thought would make a great Gate site. It was in the middle of a clearing but they didn't have to wait long before Kasha was at their side. With a nod in both directions, Harry began.
The incantation was easy to learn and soon the beginnings of the Gate were formed. Raising his hands high over his head, Harry envisioned small colored threads attaching themselves to the glowing Gate. Small wisps of white could be seen from the inside, which gave the Gate its name. With a small push of energy, the Gate was formed.
They had all agreed that Roltac, who had already visited Harry's realm, would go get Sirius. Kasha would stay with her King in case someone decided to try something dishonorable. Harry waited with growing excitement as Roltac vanished through the Gate. They only had to wait moments for as soon as Roltac vanished, he reappeared. And next to him was-
"Sirius!" Harry flung himself into Sirius's outstretched arms. Two arms wrapped around him, hugging him tight.
"Harry?" asked Sirius in awe. "Is that you? What happened?" He stared at Harry in amazement. "Is that a tail? And why haven't you grown?"
Harry released Sirius but immediately locked arms with his godfather. "First, introductions. Kasha, Sirius and Sirius, this is Roltac, my lover." All three faces snapped to Harry's in shock. They obviously weren't aware of what Harry was going to say.
"Lover?" Sirius turned his gaze to meet Roltac's. "Do you treat him well?"
"Yes sir. I wouldn't treat him anyway else."
"Good. Harry needs someone in his life to love him, not hurt him."
"You're not mad at my choice in partners?" asked Harry.
Sirius threw his head back and laughed, hugging Harry to him, still laughing hilariously. "Harry," he managed to gasp out, "I and the rest of the wizarding world could care less about who, or what, your sexual partner is. We have cross species and half human children so why would they care about liking the members of the same sex? I assure you, I have no problems with it. Besides, I am with Remus."
"Remus Lupin?" asked Harry as the quartet walked across the grounds. "Since when?"
"Oh, for a while now. Now, tell me what has happened. Wow, look at the sky!" Harry giggled but explained everything, from meeting Roltac to his transformation to not growing, as they walked across the ground. When they entered the castle- with a faint gasp of surprise from Sirius- Harry immediately took Sirius off to his rooms. He didn't want to the other Advisors, with the exception of Ittana and Malvorn, to meet Sirius. They just might use him to hurt Harry.
"So, you're a Cat Demon, and have stopped growing?"
"Yup!" said Harry cheerfully. "I'm of average height in your realm but my lack of height comes in handy in my realm. It gives me agility. How come I never knew about you and Remus?"
"Well, I thought it might make you a tad bit uncomfortable. After the way the Dursley's raised you, I figured you would go running into the night screaming. I didn't want to upset you."
Harry tugged on Sirius's arm, making him stop dead in the hallway. With a look of maturity Sirius didn't know Harry possessed, Harry said, "I would still have loved you no matter what sex you preferred. I love you for you. Remember that."
Tears slowly filled Sirius's eyes. It had been a long time since someone other that Remus said they loved him. Wiping them away, Sirius told Harry about how well Ron and Hermione were doing with his disappearance. Surprisingly enough, Snape was taking it pretty hard, though he wouldn't come out and say anything. Harry snorted and told Sirius about what he had learned. Needless to say, Sirius was shocked at their behavior.
Harry brushed it aside. It was a day for having fun- something he wasn't able to have in a while-and enjoying each other's company. Kasha stayed with them and taught Sirius a few easy hand-to-hand combat moves-in case he got into trouble- at Harry's insistence. Roltac, however, had to go. Some important business was going to keep him away for a few days but he promised Harry that he would be back before Sirius left.
Harry and Sirius spent the day touring Alenzar and visiting the market place Harry had first seen upon arrival. Despite Sirius's protest, Harry bought him a pair of long, thin silver colored daggers with jeweled hilts, made out of a metal harder than steel. They shinned in the light and Harry explained that the daggers, in the wizarding world, would cast lightning at the users command. It was an expensive gift but Harry didn't care- Sirius was well worth it.
After a picnic in the castle gardens, Harry challenged Sirius to a wizards duel. Harry still kept his wand on him at all times and studied his wizarding books cover to cover, memorizing everything. It lasted mere minutes, as Sirius was impressed with all Harry's knowledge. They packed everything up and went inside to clean for dinner.
It was at dinner that trouble happened. Harry decided to dine with Kasha, Ittana, and Malvorn in the small dining room. Everyone was laughing as Sirius retold the pranks of the Marauders youth. Malvorn was especially interested, as he had a mischief streak a mile wide.
Just as they were eating the second course, the doors opened and in walked Tolmet. Everyone stiffened as the reptilian demon slid his way into the room. Sirius growled low in his throat. He didn't like Tolmet one bit, since Harry had told him about what the Advisor said.
"Having dinner without me?" sneered Tolmet. He stopped feet away from Sirius's chair and stared at the animagus with undisguised hate. "And who's this? Another pet of the Kings?"
The Advisory was forbidden to kill each other or Ittana would have killed Tolmet years ago. She turned her burning gaze unto the reptile. "What do you want, Tolmet?" she spat. "We are trying to enjoy our dinner."
"I am here to see the King, not you, Ittana."
"I am right here, Tolmet," said Harry in a voice Sirius had never heard before. The coldness literally chilled him to the bone. They saw Tolmet shiver slightly. "Say your peace and be gone."
"I have been insulted, Your Majesty. It is within bounds that I claim my right to join this little dinner party. It says in the bylaws, as you well know, that a Senior Advisory member is to join all parties hosting a guest from another realm. Seeing as to how I am the Senior Member, I have been insulted." Ittana opened her mouth to say something but Harry quickly cut her off. He said nothing for a few minutes as he gazed steadily at Tolmet. Soon, under that scrutinizing gaze, the reptile began fidgeting.
"Do you wish to join us?" asked Harry, his voice coming out as a small whisper. Another voice was heard slightly below that, a voice whispering sweet lullabies. Soon Tolmet was swaying slightly from where he stood as the others became drowsy.
"Yes."
"Then join us." Power was in Harry's voice as he said the last statement and before Tolmet knew what was happening, he keeled over and smashed to the floor- completely unconscious.
"What did you do to him?" asked Sirius as the others shook themselves awake.
Harry grabbed his fork and slowly started to eat his food. "I put him to sleep. It's another gift I have."
"Amazing. If only I had that gift! I could do so many pranks on Snape.." Sirius drifted off into his own world as the others watched him in amusement.
"You really should leave him alone, Sirius."
"Huh?" Sirius was snapped out of his little dream world. "Why?"
"He is under a lot of stress, dealing with Voldemort and all those death eaters. Cut him some slack."
Sirius sighed. "Everyone's been under stress, Harry. The pranks pulled between us aren't intended to harm, only to release stress. Besides, Snape does them too, even though he says he doesn't. He was the Marauders biggest prank specimen; he obviously picked up a few good tricks. He managed to turn my hair neon green for three weeks! I couldn't sleep with Remus at all; he said the glow from my hair kept him up all night. The liar."
Harry giggled and the rest of the dinner passed in peace. Sirius slept in Harry's guest room that night. Harry was dreaming of a long dark hallway. Silence was all around but a feeling of forbidden drench itself around the room like a sweet perfume. A small whine caught his attention. Harry knew that sound- Sirius! Dream Harry took off down the hall running faster and faster. A door to his left popped out of nowhere. He slowly opened the door with a small creak. Inside was Sirius and standing over him were thousands of Dementors. They were giving Sirius the kiss! "SIRIUS!" screamed Harry.
Harry woke with a flash. Sirius scooped him up, holding him as he shivered from the dream. "Don't leave me," he muttered. So Sirius pushed Harry over slightly and that night, Harry allowed himself to be held like a child wrapped in their parents arms.
AN: Another long chapter, if anyone is liking this. If so, hit me back. If not, still review and tell me to get my crap off line. Until next chapter then.
~Cheers