Harry awoke to the buzzing of his alarm clock at seven o'clock that next morning. Remembering that at least for now he had to continue to deal with the cooking of breakfast and that he and Remus would be finding out what was in that safety deposit box.
Harry was also excited about a return trip to the zoo finally. It would be only the second time he had ever been there and at least this time he would be able to enjoy himself. Harry wondered if the boa constrictor that he had freed last time was recaptured or not, but he hoped that it wasn't the case. Harry mused, at least talking to him this time won't be a surprise.
Harry went to take a quick shower and put on one of his new outfits. Turning red as he remembered arguing with Tonks about boxers or briefs, he put on the blue and green checked boxers, a pair of black jeans, and a green polo that matched his eyes.
Hurrying downstairs only to find that Aunt Petunia was already fixing breakfast, bacon and scrambled eggs in this case. She asked in a kind voice what he wanted for breakfast. Harry replied that what she was fixing would be perfect. She then thanked him for the idea for converting the second bedroom into a hostel room but told him that he should have thought of it a long time ago. Harry thought to himself that some things never change.
Vernon was the next to come down. He gave Harry a brief nod and then settled at the table with his breakfast and the morning paper. Dudley probably would not show until almost noon or possibly after being the spoiled teenager that he was. Harry ate his breakfast in silence, not wanting to spoil the most peaceful breakfast he'd ever had at Privet Drive in all his young life. He did ask his aunt afterwards though since it was a quarter to eight already.
"Aunt Petunia, did you want me to help you with the dishes before I leave this morning?"
She replied, "No need Harry, I'll do them in a bit. You can go wait for your f-friend on the porch if you'd like."
Vernon rustled the paper at that but didn't say anything.
Harry shrugged and went back upstairs to make sure he had the key, his wallet, and his new knapsack that he got yesterday at the same time as the trunk. Harry put a couple of his new books in it so he could read while waiting for Remus. He actually got two knapsacks with the intention of giving the second to Hermione as a present. Harry wasn't sure how they would be getting to the bank since there wasn't a phone at headquarters and Remus had not called for a cab last night. Harry thought, maybe we'll ride the motorcycle there.
Harry walked outside and squinted in the bright sunlight. He put the clip-on sunglasses on and sat down to wait. Harry thought to himself I've got to get my eyes fixed. What did I hear advertised on the telly? LASIK? I think I should make an appointment. To pass the time, he pulled out 1001 Unorthodox and Exotic Dueling Tips and began leafing through it. He heard a stumble and a curse and said "Hello Tonks, have a nice night?" From out of nowhere he heard, "Wotcher, Harry! Bloody rocks need to watch they're going!" Harry shook his head in amusement and went back to his book.
Harry heard a rumble in the distance that kept getting louder. Shortly he could see a motorcycle appear becoming larger as it came closer. The only detail he could make out as that the rider had a bright crimson and gold helmet on. Hmm maybe he did ride it? Harry thought, thinking it might be Black's old Triumph.
As the rider pulled up in front of Number Four Privet Drive, Harry discretely reached his hand into the knapsack to grip his wand. Tonks said, as she removed her invisibility cloak after glancing around to make sure nobody was watching, "Don't worry Harry, that is just Remus." She was wearing a tight blue tube top and black leather miniskirt along with calf height black boots as well. The bubblegum pink hair that she liked seemed to fit right in with her look. She looked like she was ready to hit the clubs right then and there.
Remus removed his helmet, revealing his smiling face, and waved the two of them over. He told Harry, "Sirius wanted the bike to be yours when you're old enough to ride it which knowing Sirius doesn't necessarily mean legally which is why your driver's license that you got yesterday from the goblins has the incorrect year on it. We'll discuss what else we are going to do with the motorcycle later"
Harry said with a wink, "That's great, I can't wait."
Harry released his wand and packed up his book and joined him with Tonks bouncing along next to him. Handing both of them helmets, Remus gestured for them both to mount up behind him. They took off heading for London and the bank with Tonks holding onto Harry for dear life, not quite trusting Remus's riding abilities with two passengers. Harry didn't mind at all. What teenage boy wouldn't mind a pretty woman pressed tightly against him?
The trio arrived after a while at the bank. After Tonks and Harry dismounted, Remus backed the bike into a parking space and locked it up securely and enabled the security spell. After all, you don't leave a valuable classic motorcycle without taking a few precautions.
As they entered the bank, they tended to receive lots of stares from the customers and employees. Well at least Tonks got the stares. Harry approached the receptionist and asked to be shown to the vault so he can access his box. He advised Harry that someone would be up momentarily and to have a seat.
After a few minutes, a sharp dressed young man approached and introduced himself as Mr. Anthony Stark. He motioned for Harry and associates to follow him back to the vault. As they approached the vaults, Harry had a sense of excitement. What could his parents have put in there?
After the vault clerk inserted and turned his key, Harry drew out his key and inserted it. As he turned it, he wasn't sure what to expect. The clerk pulled open the door and reached in and pulled something out, handing a large, flat metal box to Harry. The box was roughly one foot on each side and about two feet long.
Pointing to a small room to their left, the clerk said, "Sir, you can examine the contents in that room over there."
He then removed the master key and Harry removed his as well.
"Use the intercom to call me when you're ready to put it back, "the man said before exiting the area.
Bringing the box into the room and setting it on the table, Harry took a deep breath and let it out. Looking at Remus, he said, "I'm glad that you're here with me Moony".
"I'm glad to be here, Harry", said Remus.
Taking another deep breath, Harry opens the box and looks inside.
Next Chapter: We find out the contents of the vault!
Author's Note: Thanks to HermioneGreen for Betaing the story for me. Don't you just love cliffhangers???
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