A/N: I don't own this.
Chapter 25- Return to Hogwarts
Harry found himself standing in front of what seemed to be Hogsmeade. He saw several creatures including dementors, trolls, giants and dragons fighting with wizards. Harry recognized the scene right away. It was Voldemort's army against the side of the light. Suddenly, there was a blinding flash of light that made Harry duck. He looked and saw a figure holding a sword in one hand and a wand in another hand. The figure was simply amazing. Any creature that got in its way was immediately knocked out and the figure headed to where Voldemort was. The figure then fought Voldemort and finally killed Voldemort by stabbing Voldemort with the sword in his hand. Harry suddenly heard a voice.
"That will be you one day Harry Potter," the voice said.
"Who are you and what are you doing here?" Harry asked.
"What you ask me is completely irrelevant but I will answer your questions. Harry Potter, I am you in the future. I am here to show you a sign of what will happen in the future," the voice said.
"So I am going to end up killing Voldemort with a sword in Hogsmeade?" Harry asked.
"You will be using the sword of Godric Gryffindor himself," the voice said.
"How is that possible? I don't even know how to use a sword," Harry said.
"You will learn eventually. Tantum validus mos superstes" the voice said.
"What does that mean?" Harry asked.
"It means only the strong will survive Harry Potter. Are you the strong?" the voice asked.
Harry woke up in a cold sweat. He remembered he had just had another dream/vision where he had seen the future and spoken with someone who claimed to be him in the future. Harry remembered there was a sword involved and Harry would be one of the most powerful wizards. Taking deep breaths, Harry looked at the clock by the bed. It was only five AM and Harry sighed. He knew it was going to be near impossible for him to sleep again so he carefully rose so that Hermione could still sleep. Harry went to the bathroom and took a shower before he brushed his teeth. Harry then went downstairs to the kitchen where he saw Dave and Anna Granger sitting down.
"Good morning Harry! How are you this morning?" Dave Granger asked.
"Good morning Mr. and Mrs. Granger. I'm fine," Harry said.
"Harry, dear its sort of early," Anna Granger said worriedly.
"It's okay. I normally don't sleep too long anyway," Harry said.
"Would you like some coffee or something?" Dave Granger asked.
"No thank you," Harry replied.
"Harry, we want to discuss something we feel is important and something we know you care about. We want to talk about Hermione's safety," Anna Granger said.
Harry sighed inwardly but he knew it was only going to be a matter of time before the Grangers were going to discuss Hermione's safety. "Um, there's this evil wizard named Voldemort who wants to kill all witches and wizards who have non-magical parents. Hermione falls under this category and she is one of Voldemort's biggest targets," Harry said.
"Why is that Harry?" Dave Granger asked.
"Well, what happens is that Voldemort had a reign of terror over sixteen years ago. Along with his followers, known as Death Eaters, Voldemort killed several people or tortured them to insanity. Among the people he killed were my parents. For some reason, Voldemort could not kill me. He tried but ended up losing most of his powers. When Voldemort finally gained all his powers back two years ago, I was his primary target and Hermione's one of my best friends," Harry said.
Dave Granger was shaking with rage. "What kind of asshole is that?" he asked.
"Harry, you know we're concerned about Hermione's safety but we also want her to be safe. If you're a primary target it's dangerous for Hermione to be with you," Anna Granger said.
"Yeah well, I told Hermione there were risks involved with dating me," Harry said.
"Harry, as parents, we would want her to break up with you because of safety reasons. However, we know our daughter will not let us do that. So we really don't know what to do," Dave Granger said.
"I really don't know what to say Mr. Granger. All I can say is that you should let her continue what she's doing now," Harry said.
"Can you tell us what can be done for Hermione's safety?" Anna Granger asked.
"I really can't say much. Hogwarts is probably one of the safest places ever and Hermione's learning how to defend herself. I also promise to do anything in my power to protect her," Harry said.
Dave Granger rose from his seat and walked over to Harry. "Well Harry, you've been completely honest with us so we have to thank you. Furthermore, you have our support in dating Hermione," he said, shaking hands with Harry.
"Thank you so much Harry," Anna Granger said, hugging him.
The Grangers then left the house and left Harry in the kitchen. With a sigh, Harry went back to his room where Hermione was now lying awake. She looked at Harry questioningly and Harry went to sit down on the bed with her.
"I just had a chat with your parents about your safety," Harry said.
"Well, you can't just dump me like that Harry. And there is no way my parents can make me break up with you," she said angrily.
"Whoa, Hermione calm down. I know I can't dump you because you're going to be a target for Voldemort anyway and your parents know they cannot make you break up with me because you are going to be mad at them. I also promised I'll do whatever I can to protect you," Harry said.
"Harry, you didn't need to do that," Hermione whispered.
"I just don't want to see you get hurt," he replied.
"Aww, Harry its so sweet of you," she whispered.
Harry hugged Hermione. "Did you know I love you?" he asked.
"Of course I knew that. I love you too," she said.
"Well, we're on our own today. Where did your parents go by the way?"
"Oh they have to work today Harry."
"Hmm, that means we can do anything we want," he said, kissing her neck.
Hermione moaned as she felt Harry kiss her. "You know we do have to study and stuff," she said.
"Hermione, you do realize that we take NEWT's in June of our seventh year right?" Harry asked.
"Yeah but its never too early to prepare," she said.
Harry was about to respond when he felt pain shoot through his scar. Quickly, he put a hand up to his scar and waited for the pain to go away. Instead he saw a room lit by torches and a scientist working on something. Suddenly Harry heard a voice speak.
"Are you done with the black plague?" a voice asked.
"Yes, my lord I am done," the scientist replied.
"When can I use it?" the voice asked.
The scientist turned around and Harry saw the fear in his face. "You won't be able to use it," the scientist said, taking all samples of the black plague.
"Don't be a fool," the voice hissed.
"I cannot let you murder innocent people," the scientist said, pouring the samples all over himself, dying instantly.
"Worthless muggle," the voice said, kicking the scientist's dead body. "I will need a new plan," the voice said.
Harry felt a pair of hands grab him. He looked up and saw Hermione standing near him with concern all over her face. His scar did not hurt anymore and he was trying to remember the details of what had just happened. Harry then went over to a desk where there was some parchment and ink lying around.
"Harry, what just happened?" Hermione asked.
"I just had another vision or whatever it is and I'm writing to Dumbledore now," Harry said.
Hermione got off the bed and started getting dressed. "That's a good idea," she said.
Professor Dumbledore,
I recently just had another dream/vision where I saw Voldemort's plan. He had a scientist working on the black plague and when Voldemort came for the black plague, the scientist poured the samples of the black plague all over himself. This caused my scar to hurt again and I just wanted to let you know.
Harry Potter
Harry finished writing the letter and went to Hedwig. "Deliver this to Dumbledore," he said. Within minutes Hedwig took off and Harry was left with Hermione.
"So Mr. Potter, what do you want to do today?" she asked.
"Well, first I want to eat something," Harry said. "I'll cook too," he said.
"Aww, Harry that's so nice of you," she said.
"Anything for the witch I love," he said, kissing her cheek. "Where is the food?" he asked.
"Oh, its all lying around in the kitchen," Hermione said.
"See you downstairs," he said, going down into the kitchen. In the kitchen, Harry took out some bread, butter, bacon and eggs. He spread butter over the bread and put it in the toaster. Harry then started to scramble eggs and fry bacon. Within minutes, he was done and he placed the food on two plates. Harry carried the plates over to the table as Hermione came downstairs.
"Mmm, Harry, this smells great," Hermione said.
"You should taste it before you make any decision," he said.
"I don't need to taste it. I know that it's good because you cooked it," she said.
"That's nice," he said, sitting down to eat. Hermione joined him and they sat down to eat together.
For the next four days, nothing happened to Harry or Hermione. They spent most of the day in each other's company while Dave and Anna Granger were at work. They managed to study a little and finish their homework and soon enough it was time for them to go back to Hogwarts. Dumbledore had sent them a letter earlier saying members of the Order would escort them to King's Cross where they would take the Hogwarts Express back to Hogwarts. On the day of their return, Harry and Hermione woke up early then went downstairs after brushing their teeth and taking showers. Once they were downstairs, they saw Remus and Dedalus Diggle waiting to take them to King's Cross along with the Grangers.
"Harry, Hermione, so nice to see you again," Remus said as Dedalus bowed.
"Professor Lupin!" Hermione cried.
Remus smiled. "How many times do I have to tell you I am not your professor anymore?" he asked.
"Well, it looks like you two are going back to school," Dave Granger said.
"Yes we are Daddy," Hermione said.
Harry and Hermione ate a light breakfast then took their stuff down. Hermione hugged both her parents and Harry shook hands with Dave Granger and hugged Anna Granger. They followed Remus and Dedalus into a car that Mundungus Fletcher was driving.
"Harry, mate, young lady," Mundungus said in greeting.
"How are you Mundungus," Harry and Hermione said simultaneously.
For the next hour or so Mundungus drove the car into London and to King's Cross station. Remus and Dedalus got them carts for their trunks and they casually crossed the barrier between platforms nine and ten. They got there with some time to spare so Remus pulled them aside for a minute.
"Harry, Hermione, both of you have to be careful now. Voldemort's last plan was foiled but who knows when he will attack and who knows what he will do. The Order lost a spy in Snape so now, we are just going to have to assume what Voldemort does. So be careful and watch out for each other," Remus said, shaking hands with both of them.
Harry and Hermione nodded as Remus told them to enjoy the rest of the year. They went on the Hogwarts Express and found the compartment Ron, Lavender, Ginny and Randy Williams were sitting in. They joined them and exchanged pleasantries as the train started moving. Harry suddenly noticed Randy Williams staring at him in a strange way and both of them excused themselves and stepped outside.
"Hey Harry, I need you to help me out," Randy said.
"Sure mate, what can I do for you?" Harry asked as Crabbe and Goyle walked by.
"Harry Potter," Crabbe hissed angrily.
"What the fuck do you want?" Randy Williams said.
"Shut up you dumb shit. We only want to speak with Harry Potter," Goyle said.
"Well, you have to answer to me too," Randy Williams said.
"And me," Hermione called, running out.
"And the rest of us," Ron, Lavender, Ginny, Seamus, Dean, Neville, and several other students said.
Crabbe and Goyle looked extremely angry. "You are a murderer Harry Potter. You killed Draco Malfoy and now you have to deal with us. Slytherins stick together and you're going to find out the hard way," Goyle said.
"Bullshit. Malfoy wanted to become a Death Eater and he was killed by another Death Eater. Furthermore, you two shouldn't even be here because I remember you two also wanted to be Death Eaters," Harry said.
Crabbe and Goyle looked at Harry angrily. They began to walk away but they quickly turned around and ran towards Harry.
A/N: Erm, I don't know what to say.