A/N: Thank you to all those that have been reviewing. I'm open to suggestions to the story so please R/R. Thanks to my betas Shadowssongs, Rivenn, haydenrocks14, and IamSiriusgrl.

Disclaimer: I wish I could be as good as JK Rowling but I'm not. This is her stuff and not to mention the influence that this story took from various fanfics.

Chapter 30
Potter's Patriots

A few days after the attack on Hogwarts, Harry was interrupted from his self meditation by a familiar high pitch female squeal. Harry looked up to see his cell door opening up and there were three Aurors and Umbridge standing there. The Aurors shoved Umbridge through the door with a look of disgust. An Auror Harry didn't know said in a deep growling voice, "Potter, since you're going to be leaving soon. We decided to leave you a friend who will be staying here when you leave." With that the Aurors left as the cell door closed.

Harry looked at Umbridge with contempt and asked, "What are you doing here Umbitch?"

Umbridge looked defeated and just said, "Twenty years sentence in Azkaban."

Harry's look of contempt changed to a grin thinking of Umbridge getting twenty years in Azkaban. He also knew that this must have meant that a new Minister of Magic must have been chosen. He asked her, "Who is the new Minister of Magic?"

She mumbled "Weasley."

She didn't say it low enough because Harry managed to hear her. He decided that that must mean that Ginny sided with her father and he couldn't really blame her for it after all they were still family. Just as long as Mr. Weasley wasn't going to be Dumbledore's puppet then he would probably be a really good Minister. Harry also wanted to get his kicks in while he could and what better opportunity then now because there was nobody here to protect her and who was going to believe anything she said considering she was now discredited in the Wizarding world.

Harry slowly walked up to her and put on an act of lust while saying, "You know Umbitch, it's been a while since I've seen a woman and although you're not much of one I think that I could have some fun with you."

Umbridge's eyes widen in fear and surprise at what Harry was doing and slowly backed herself into a corner. She stuttered, "L-Leave m-me alone. You'll be out of here soon."

Harry continue to close the distance to her, bent down to her ear, and whispered, "I'm going to take you whether you like it or not." He smiled after he said this but Umbridge didn't see it.

Umbridge's breathing became shallow as she became fearful of having to fight off Harry. Harry made to kiss her and pulled in close to her lips and just before he was about to kiss her he flicked his wrist and knocked her out. He then dragged her onto the bed and ruffed up her clothes and hair a little. When she was about to come to her senses again, Harry crawled into the bed and wrapped a hand around her. She woke up shocked and thought she had just slept with Harry and was mumbling nonsense as she tried to remember what happened.

Harry smirked at her and didn't say anything. He let her believe that they slept together although the thought of it was revolting to him. He continued to have fun messing with her head every moment the two of them were awake together. By the time Harry was freed, Umbridge was just lying on the bed in shock and unable to move. When the Aurors came to bring them their food, they were wondering what Harry did to her because it was like she was a vegetable.

The day of Harry's release from Azkaban, many people were waiting anxiously for him to return to Hogwarts. Unlike the rest of the 'guests' of Azkaban, Harry was not rundown or even phased by his stay. That was in part thanks to all the Dementors that left Azkaban and the Aurors that were on guard did not want to fool with a person that they all knew would be released and would make their lives a living hell once he got out if they crossed him during his short stay.

Three Aurors along with the newly appointed Minister of Magic, Arthur Weasley were present to free him from Azkaban. He was escorted to the Ministry of Magic to sign some paper work to finalize his release from prison. Dumbledore along with Lupin and Tonks were there waiting for him when he finished his business in the ministry. When Harry left, he was consumed in a hug once he stepped into the atrium.

Remus was the one that was hugging Harry and he was excitedly saying "You're out safe and sound. Did anything happen to you while you were in there?" He proceeded to look Harry from head to toe and spun Harry around to check him from behind.

Harry was just as happy to see Remus and decided to humor Remus for the time being. Harry said "It's good to see you too Remus. Don't worry; nothing happened to me while I was in Azkaban."

Dumbledore came up and said "Harry, it's good to see you well."

Harry turned to him, nodded, and in an even voice said "Likewise Professor."

The emotionless manner that Harry was using on him took him by surprise for a short moment because he thought that Azkaban if anything would have opened his eyes up to the type of evil that was in the world but it apparently hadn't have that effect.

Tonks, Remus, and Harry were talking happily to each other as they made their way out of the Ministry followed by Dumbledore and Arthur. Harry also took a cold stance against Arthur because he didn't know for sure where Arthur stood in everything and with the history in the Weasley family; the only person he trusted was Ginny. Tonks and Remus were filling Harry in on the Battle at Hogwarts which was the highlight over the last two weeks but he didn't let on that he was at the battle as the odd phoenix of the group. He played along and continued to ask questions after questions about what happened and tried to push everybody to go a little faster so he can meet up with Ginny.

The group used the floo in the Ministry to get to Three Broomsticks and from there; they were going to walk to the castle. Upon exiting the restaurant, they were bombarded by reporters trying to get a statement and Harry Potter's post Azkaban pictures. The Aurors tried to maintain control but there weren't enough of them to run crowd control and spent most of their time within an arm's reach of the Minister.

A female reporter yelled out "Were you mistreated in prison?"

Harry wasn't going to answer them at first but decided to just get this over with because if he didn't say something than all of the reporters were going to make up whatever they wanted. Harry said "No, I was not mistreated in Azkaban."

Another reporter yelled out "Mr. Potter, do you have a response for all those that turned their backs on you when you went to prison?"

Harry thought about it for a moment and said "It's interesting to know that when some people listen to the evidence they still don't seem to understand what is right and wrong. This world is not painted in black and white and most situations can not be decided as a clear cut right and no. I guess for those that turned their backs on me then all of them can go suck an egg for all I care. To those that continue to try to make a positive change in the world, please keep up the good work and always remain vigilant."

A male reporter asked "What are your comments about the rumors that you and Headmaster Dumbledore are enemies now?"

Harry said "I believe that everybody who knows the relationship between the two of us that Professor Dumbledore and I have an interesting relationship. We were allies in the past but now I'm not too sure about that anymore. Let's just say that since the school and its staff has failed to look out for my interest and consider my opinions on matters that concerned me, I was forced to take actions to make sure that nobody else will walk all over me."

The same reporter asked "What do you mean your interests? Has the school abused their privileges?"

Harry knew that he was fishing for dirt now and by the looks in all the other reporter's eyes he could tell they were anxiously waiting and wanting him to say that the school overstepped its boundaries Harry also knew that what he said here was going to be important and could result in a major inquiry into how Hogwarts business has been handled ever since he entered Hogwarts. He replied "I believe we all have our own reasons for going about our objectives and those of Hogwarts and mine have clashed a few times in history."

The reporters were a bit put out with his answer and Dumbledore was relieved that Harry didn't bring the knife down on Hogwarts. Dumbledore didn't want to risk another incident where Harry would be able to bring damage to the light side especially since things were starting to turn in the direction of good with the removal of Fudge and Umbridge in Azkaban. Arthur Weasley became the Minister of Magic in a fairly smooth election with Madame Bones who is a staunch defender of the light and now has the ability to be more proactive with Arthur as minister. Even though Dumbledore did not want to go to war with Harry, he knew that with Harry out of prison they had a better chance of winning although the stance and leadership of Ginny is proving to be just as strong and firm as Harry's was when he led the DA.

Harry knew that he should leave also because the longer he talked, the more the reporters would be able to twist what he said. Harry said, "One last question before I leave." He then pointed to a young man in the middle of the group that didn't really look like a reporter but a bystander just curious as to what is going on.

The man asked "Mr. Potter, how do you feel about the Ministry of Magic?"

Harry said, "I don't really know as of now because I don't know how the Ministry has been after Minister Weasley became the new Minister of Magic. I just hope that it is better than what was in the past because it doesn't take much to be a better Minister than Fudge and Umbridge. Whatever will happen will come out in due time."

Harry was escorted away by the Hogwarts staff members and the Minister with his Aurors to the complaining of all the reporters that were trying to ask him more questions. Harry, Remus, and Tonks, continued to walk a few steps in front of everybody as Remus and Tonks continued to tell him about the story of the Battle of Hogwarts and the attempts of Dumbledore in taking over the DA. When they explained the parts with the DA, the group spoke in hushed tones so nobody could over hear them. Harry knew all about this but didn't want to say anything but it was interesting to hear the story from a different prospective from Ginny's.

By the time the group made it into the castle it was already lunch time so they made their way to the Great Hall. Upon entering the Great Hall, the entire place went quiet at the scene of Harry and the professors making their way into the room. Ginny and Harry ran towards each other and met half way hugging and giving each other a few kisses. Kayla was walking towards the two of them while the professors were making their way to the Head Table.

Kayla was the first to say something which interrupted the couple when she said "Harry, it's good to see you out and apparently well."

Harry was holding Ginny around the waist with the two of them facing Kayla when he said "It's good to see that you got out of the fight here unscratched."

Kayla said "It was fun and Ginny told me about her phoenix friend so you don't have to worry about me knowing. Besides, you were in there for so long, Ginny was starting to get so lonely that I started to get the impression that she was hitting on me." She added a smirk at the end.

Harry responded, "You know, I wouldn't be able to knock her on her taste. You do look pretty good Kayla." He tightened his grip adoringly around Ginny.

Kayla decided to play this game with him and replied "If I didn't know better Harry, are you flirting with me?"

Harry said "It's not something that I can control very much anymore. Staying in prison does some very interesting things to a person's mind, especially a teenager with uncontrollable hormones."

Kayla suggestively said "You know, I'm sure that Ginny would be more than willing to satisfy those hormones, lord knows she is about to lose control of her own hormones."

Harry flirtingly said "I was thinking more like you joining us. I would be able to enjoy every man's fantasy, being with two beautiful women at the same time."

Kayla gave a thoughtful look and said "That is an interesting proposition and being the Boy-Who-Lived definitely will raise any girl's status. Plus, from what I hear from Ginny, there are definite perks."

Harry raised one of his eyebrows and replied "I heard something interesting about how in the Wizarding world; a wizard can be married to more than one witch. Maybe we can work out something."

Ginny took a serious tone in responding "Mr. Potter, do you seriously think that you will be able to handle me alone? Besides, I'm not sharing you with anybody even if it is with Kayla."

Harry gave her a kiss on the top of her head and said "I was wondering when you were going to say something."

Ginny said "Let's just say that I am very possessive of you Mr. Potter and if I have to, I will hex every girl that comes near you."

Kayla asked in a mocking tone "So does this mean that I don't get to share Harry?"

Ginny replied "I tell you what, when I'm done with him you can have him."

Harry mockingly replied "When will that be so I can start counting down?"

Ginny turned to Harry again and said "Don't get any ideas Harry. If I have to, I will tie you to my bed just to make sure that I know where you are." After saying that she realized what she said and blushed.

Harry said "You know, I can get used to that. Besides from what happened in the Great Hall, the two of you can go save the world and I'll stay home and cook."

The three of them made their way over to a spot where the three of them could be alone and continued to joke around with one another. There really was no reason to try to fill in each other with what has been happening because Ginny and Harry have been sharing information whenever something happened. To the trio, they rest of the world did not exist anymore.

That evening while back in Harry's trunk, the three of them were playing around when Kayla decided to leave the two lovebirds alone. After what seemed like hours of snogging, the two of them were just laying there in silence when Ginny broke it and said "Harry, can I ask you something?"

Harry rolled over to look at her and said "Sure, what did you want to ask?"

Ginny said "Today, after you arrived, there were many people that are part of the new DA that wanted to know when you were going to restart the group."

Harry said "I didn't think about it very much but I guess we can start tomorrow if necessary. The question is where are we going to meet?"

Ginny said "I was thinking about that and I think that a good place to hold the meetings would be in the Chamber of Secrets."

Harry looked at her closely and said, "Are you sure about that? I would have guessed that that would be the last place that you would want to be."

Ginny nodded and said "It's true that I don't want to go there or ever return there but I know that if you are there with me than I will be fine. I'm sure it will be hard at first but it will probably give me some closure."

Harry gave her a kiss on her forehead and said "I tell you what. Why don't we spend part of the day tomorrow going down there so you can get used to it and if you are able to feel somewhat comfortable about being down there then we can have our meetings down there? It is a pretty good idea to have the meetings down there considering I'm the only one that is able to open the chamber."

Ginny leaned over and gave him a long kiss before saying "You're the sweetest guy in the world."

Harry blushed at the compliment and after a little bit more snogging. The two of them innocently slept together in the same bed. Harry and Ginny have been staying in the same bed ever since they went through the ritual to exchange knowledge. They never did anything more than kissing but if anybody were to walk in on them then they would usually see the two of them in a very compromising position.

The next morning at breakfast, Harry was enjoying his breakfast when the morning post arrived and to his surprise three owls arrived for him. Harry, Ginny, and Kayla were surprised as Harry started to take the letters from the three owls. The three of them took turns reading each letter. The first letter written on what looked like real expensive parchment read:

Mr. Harry James Potter,

My name is Alpha. I am the head of the Goblin Federation which is the governing body for all goblins. You may be more familiar with us as the Goblins that work at Gringott's Bank in Diagon Alley. I am speaking on behalf of all Goblins in expressing our desire to form an alliance with you against Lord Voldemort. You made a positive impression on my race when you stood up for us in Diagon Alley against your ministry. We would like to organize a meeting to discuss the terms of our alliance. Just send a message addressed to Alpha in care of Gringott's Branch in Diagon Alley and we will receive your message through them.

Alpha

The second letter which was written on a piece of cloth read:

Master Harry Potter,

I am Houseman the leader of the House Elves Alliance that governs the matters of House Elves worldwide. We are a fairly unknown governing body that enforces and creates regulations concerning how Elves in general act. We have another division to our group that is outside of the House Elves known as Strike Elves. They are the body that enforces Elven laws and protects all Elves from war. We have remained neutral in all wars in the past and now is the time for us to act due to the growing threat of Lord Voldemort. We have been following your progress ever since you were born and believe that you are the champion that we seek so we desire to form an alliance with you to fight this war. Please send your reply to one of your House Elves and if you agree then we can discuss the terms of our alliance.

Houseman

The third letter was written on what looked like a thin piece of wood:

Harry Potter,

It is not common for Centaurs to use owls but we only do so when we need to contact those that live outside our domains. We have heard of your history of standing up for the rights of Centaurs and would like to extend the same courtesy to you. We wish to form an alliance with you to fight this war. Send word to us by sending a message to Bane. He will be your contact person and negotiate with you on behalf of Centaurs across England.

Ronan

The trio looked at each other and watch for any expression or opinions on what those three letters said. Harry asked them "What do you think about this?"

Ginny said "We could use their help in this war. The house elves would give us access to every wizarding house and public facility that uses house elves. The centaurs would give us access to all the forests and wooded areas across England. The goblins control all of our money and would be able to cut off funding to Deatheaters. This looks to be a pretty good alliance if we could get it together."

Kayla said "That's just it. It seems too good to be true. What if all of this was some joke or worse? This could be a trap to catch Harry."

Ginny nodded and said "It is a possibility but I think that we should prepare for that but meet up with everybody to set up this alliance."

Harry said "They all seem pretty eager to form an alliance with us but what do we have to offer them?"

Kayla said "We have the DA, which could turn into a very strong fighting force. Not to mention your influence in the Wizarding world has proven beneficial for magical creatures."

Ginny said "Maybe we should ask Remus and Tonks to help us on this one. They will know more about negotiating and things of truces and treaties better than any of us."

Harry nodded and the three went up to the Head Table to talk to Remus and Tonks who were off to one side of the table. The five of them were whispering to each other so that nobody else could over hear but Dumbledore, Snape, and McGonagall were intrigued as to what was happening. It was decided that the best place for this meeting to occur will be at Hogwarts but in order for that to happen, they were going to have to let Dumbledore into what they were planning. The group spent most of the day planning with each other and at dinner that evening sent a message to Dumbledore with only part of their plans. After Dumbledore talked to Remus and Tonks, because Harry did not want to talk to the Headmaster when he didn't have to, they compromised that the meeting will take place at Hogwarts in a few days but the Order will be represented at the meeting as well along with the Ministry. After some negotiating, it was agreed that outside of the trio, Remus, and Tonks, all the other groups will be permitted to have three representatives each.

Harry also called for a meeting of the DA for the next evening. Most of the members of the DA were excited at going down to the Chamber of Secrets so the meeting area decided was the girl's bathroom. Moaning Myrtle was there and happy to find all of the possible company. After some persuading from Harry, Myrtle agreed to keep the meeting area a secret.

The group slid their way down to the Chamber and was surprised to find it so clean. What the rest of the group did not know was that earlier that day, Harry, Ginny, and Kayla went down to help Ginny get used to the environment and clean it up a bit so that everybody wasn't going to be coming out of the chamber dirty. Parts of the basilisk like the fangs and skin were saved by Harry to use in some of the more rare potions that would make Snape envious because he had no access to basilisk fangs, poison, or skin.

Ginny was extremely nervous at first and wouldn't let go of Harry's hand. When they went to the main area of the chamber where Harry fought the basilisk, Harry pulled out a pensive. Ginny was surprised because Harry didn't let her know that he was planning this. Harry inserted his memory of what happened down in the Chamber so she could finally see the memory where it happened and hopefully would give her closure once and for all. Ginny was thankful because it did help her get over her fears and insecurities about Tom Riddle quickly and what was left behind were minor questions that anybody would have.

They cleaned up the place and prepared the Chamber for the student's arrival but adding a ground illuminated walkway so the students wouldn't get lost. They spent a few hours down in the chamber which turned out to be well worth the effort considering the area doesn't seem as gloomy, dirty, and uncomfortable as before.

The DA was hesitant at first to enter but after watching Ginny go back down into the Chamber without a worry the group followed. This meeting started out with Harry asking a question, he asked, "From what I can tell, Hermione and Ron's DA has also started up. They are keeping the initials of DA but changed their name back to Dumbledore's Army therefore we need a new name. If we keep the initials DA, then it can get very confusing when talking about either our group or their group. I wanted to know if any of you had a recommendation."

Everybody was thinking and nobody said anything until Kayla spoke up. She said "I'm sure many of you know about the American Revolution but to you all it is called the War of Insurrection. Well, in summary, the Americans revolted against the British government in an effort to gain equality for those in America and for freedom from the British Crown. During that war, the Americans were known as rebels to the British but called themselves patriots. It is similar to our situation now. We are fighting a war where we have to stand up to our own government for the equal treatment of magical creatures and freedom from Voldemort's threats and fears. We also are fighting a war against our own Ministry and the Order of the Phoenix because they want to suppress our group and make us follow their mantra. If anything, we can see ourselves as patriots fighting for the rights of not just wizards and witches but also for magical creatures in a stance against what Fudge and Umbridge has done. The new minister didn't have much time to do anything yet so we don't know how he will fight this war but for now, it is up to us. I think that we should be known as Potter's Patriots."

The group was thinking about what was said and many of them agreed that they were not only fighting against Voldemort but for an ideology of fair treatment and equality for all. It was time for a young generation to stand up and revolt against the ideas of the old generation.

Ginny said "It is true that my father has just become Minister and I'm not sure how much change he can make with all of those old discriminating theories floating around with wizard superiority. I think that with time and with our help than we will be able to help him change the world for the better. I like the idea of Potter's Patriots."

The group murmured their approval and when a vote was called it was a unanimous approval. Harry abstained from voting because he thought it was weird for the group to name themselves after him. The rest of the practice session went as planned with everybody brushing up on their skills which were at or above sixth year level for most of the members in the newly formed group Potter's Patriots or the Patriots for short.

Near the end of the meeting, it was decided upon a uniform would be used also if the group should formally enter a fight so they could better distinguish themselves from other groups. They were going to wear black battle robes with dark blue trim and on their cloaks would have their last names above a picture of the scales of justice with crossed arrows on each scale. The words 'Potters Patriots' would be written at the base of the scales.

A/N: Thank you all of my reviewers and I'll try to answer some of your questions that won't give away from the story. Well, after the attack on the Dursley's I failed to mention what happened to them. Let's just say that after a few days they returned to Privet Drive which was already repaired by use of Magic and the people on the street were obliviated to the events of that night. As for the Magical World Revolt Challenge, I was asked to issue the challenge and haven't heard from him about it since. Well, if you want to participate then let me know and I'll add your name under the challenge which is listed in my profile for others that are interested to go and read your story. As for the story, be prepared for some more surprises in a few chapters concerning Hermione and Ron.