Chapter 8: Astonishment for Everyone
When Harry finally woke up three days later it was to a very still house. At first he was confused as to where he was until he noticed the familiar surroundings of his room at Demin's and little Elle sleeping peacefully at the foot of his bed. Harry quickly checked to see if the gem was still around his neck before carefully climbing out of bed, so as not to wake the Cubcat.
Twenty minutes later Harry was descending the stairs with damp hair and clean robes. He found the house completely void of people. The only sign that someone was still around was the wonderful aroma coming from the kitchen. Harry, who was famished, followed his nose into the kitchen where he met a very surprised Chris.
"Harry!" Chris cried. "When did you get up? How do you feel? Are you sure you feel good enough to be coming down here?"
"I just got up," Harry said, smiling at the old lady. "And I feel great! Except for the fact that I'm starving."
"Well that's no surprise, you've been asleep for three days," Chris said, hurrying around the kitchen making Harry a plate.
"Three days!" Harry said, taking a seat on one of the barstools. "So where is everyone?"
"Master Demin and Mr. Black wouldn't leave your bedside for two days straight. Finally Mr. Lupin and I were able to drag them out and force sleeping potion into them. That was last night, I expect them to wake sometime soon," Chris said with a twinkle in her eye as she handed Harry a plate of food.
"Thanks Chris." Harry said laughing taking the plate from her. He couldn't wait to see Demin and Sirius's faces when they woke up and realize that they had been drugged. Harry sat and ate his breakfast while talking with Chris. He found out that Delia had stayed at Kairi's and they were both supposed to be notified as soon and he woke, as was Professor Dumbledore who had gone back to the Earth Realm to tend to some business.
Harry was just finishing up his meal when a shout from upstairs was heard followed by a couple more and then a loud crash. Harry and Chris traded amused looks.
"So you think they found my empty room yet?" Harry asked slyly as Chris chuckled. They both exited the kitchen to go find out what had just happened when their progress came to a halt at the bottom of the stairs where Demin, Sirius, and Remus was trying unsuccessfully to untangle themselves.
Harry couldn't help himself, he laughed, which immediately got the attention of the three men at the bottom of the stairs who all looked extremely relieved to see him.
"This isn't funny," Sirius informed his Godson irritably. "If I hadn't found your room empty none of this would have happened. You scared the hell out of me."
"What I'm not allowed to leave my room now?" Harry asked, still laughing.
"No!" All three men shouted at once making Harry laugh harder. After another couple of minutes the three men finally untangled themselves, which allowed Sirius to wrap Harry in a breathe-depriving hug.
"Harry are you ok? You had us all really worried. What happened? Where did you go?" Sirius asked all in one breath after releasing Harry.
"It's a very long story. One that I'd only like to repeat once," Harry said. "So can we wait until everyone that is needed are present?"
The three men looked very reluctant, but agreed none the less.
"I will write the council immediately and inform them you have awoken," Demin told Harry before heading towards his office.
"And I will inform Dumbledore," Remus said following Demin down the hall.
"Which leaves me and you free to raid the kitchen," Sirius enlightened a chuckling Harry.
"You're going to raid the kitchen of the woman who was cunning enough to drug you last night with sleeping draft?" Harry asked his Godfather.
"Ugh don't remind me. That women could defiantly give Dumbledore himself a run for his money," Sirius said, groaning.
The encounter that took place that night between Harry, Demin, Dumbledore, Sirius, Remus, and the Elf Council was weird to say the least. Dumbledore didn't even seem fazed by the news Harry had given them. He simply wore that irritating 'I know everything' smile that made Harry want to strangle him, which he almost did.
Demin took the news of his wife amazingly well. He was a little shocked at first, but soon regained his senses and finished hearing Harry out. Sirius and Remus probably took the news the worst. Neither of them were surprised. They both knew that Harry was an extraordinary wizard and person. They just didn't want any more responsibility cast on a child that had too much to deal with already.
The Council members didn't seem all that surprised either. After hearing Harry's full account of what happened, they told him he was to continue his training with Demin for the remainder of the month. After the month was up Harry was then to return to school and the elves roles in the prophecy would be complete.
So it was decided that Harry would continue his training and since Dumbledore didn't need Sirius or Remus for any Order business, it was also decided that they would stay with Harry for the remainder of the time.
Therefore Sirius took over Harry's magical training, while Remus helped Harry out in the library looking up spells and questioning him on spells he had already learned. Demin still instructed Harry in physical combat, which became more difficult as Demin had stepped it up a level. Sirius sometimes joined them in their training if he wasn't off with Kairi.
Sirius and Harry's first magical lesson had been somewhat educational. After Harry had informed them that he probably couldn't control his wandless magic anymore, Sirius had wanted to test the theory out. So he had Harry perform a simple heating spell on a good size rock and instead of heating the rock Harry had blown it into tiny pieces by pouring too much power into it. Sirius then had Harry try it with his wand, which had resulted in a very melted rock instead. Sirius and Harry both had been a little stunned at the outpour of Harry's power already. It was therefore decided that Harry would have to start at the beginning again and learn control, which surprising only took a week.
Dumbledore dropped in and out of the Elf Realm keeping them all updated on what was going on in the wizarding world. Most news was pretty meaningless until about a week after Harry's birthday when he brought them all a copy of the Daily Prophet with the report of Voldemort's return printed on the first five pages. It had described in great detail the when, where, what, why and how. A full page had been devoted to Fudge himself describing his full out denial of Voldemort's return one year ago. Dumbledore had informed them that the wizarding world was in a panic and owls hadn't stopped coming in. He estimated Fudge's removal by the beginning of next month. Then on one of his visits Dumbledore had come to offer Sirius and Remus a job at Hogwarts teaching a dueling class that was going to be an optional night class for all those who wanted to join. Remus and Sirius immediately agreed they would love to take it.
Three weeks flew by and before Harry knew it, it was the night before Sirius, Remus, and he would have to go home. They were going home three days early so that Harry could get his school shopping done and Sirius could get some things in order.
Harry was trying really hard not to think about saying goodbye to Demin, Delia, and Kairi in the morning as he left his bedroom that night. Besides, Harry had something to distracted him, he had one final task to perform before he left.
Harry bounded down the stairs and come into the seating room to see Sirius and Kairi sitting on the couch talking ecstatically about something.
"Hey Harry, what's up?" Sirius asked when he noticed his Godson's appearance.
"Have either of you seen Remus?" Harry asked.
"I think he said something about purchasing some additional books to take with him," Sirius said rolling his eyes.
"Thanks I think I'll go look for him." Harry said turning to walk out of the room, but when he reached the door he turned and smirked. "By the way I don't think Demin appreciates you two snogging on his couch."
Harry quickly dogged the two well-aimed pillows sent by both Sirius and Kairi.
"Who's the adult around here?" Sirius asked his smirking Godson.
"Not sure, but if I happen to see one I'll let you know," Harry said laughing as he left.
It didn't take long to track down Remus, who was just exiting the bookstore.
"Hey Remus, wait up," Harry called.
Remus turned and smiled at Harry as he approached. "Hey Harry, what's up?"
"Nothing really," Harry said. "I just had something I wanted to show you and was wondering if you could spare a few minutes."
"Of course!" Remus said smiling. "Do you mind if I drop these bags off at home first?"
"No, not at all. It's on the way anyway," Harry said.
Ten minutes later Harry was leading Remus further into the hills behind Demin's house. Harry and Remus talked all the way there about the progress Harry's powers were making. So far Harry hadn't shown any new abilities, it just seemed that with each day his spells become more and more powerful, practically to the point where it was dangerous for anyone to duel with him.
Harry came to a stop when he reached the stone foundation he was heading for. He then climbed onto the circle stone and sat down cross-legged and motioned for Remus to do the same.
Remus did so looking around curiously before asking. "What is this place?"
"It's an ancient ritual ground where Demin's ancestors use to come to perform ceremonial magic. It's not used anymore, but I asked Demin if I could use it tonight," Harry explained bringing a book and a Crystal out of a box he had been carrying.
"What for?" Remus inquired.
Ignoring Remus's question Harry said. "Remus, I know this is going to sound weird, but I need to know if you would trust me with your life?"
"Yes of course I do," Remus said without hesitation. "But why do you ask?"
"Because I'm asking you to trust me now." Harry said taking the crystal and handing it to Remus who took it curiously. It looked like a normal crystal. It was completely transparent and was shaped like a quartz. Remus noticed that when he tipped it a clear fluid moved within it. Remus turned his questioning eyes to Harry.
"It's called a purifying crystal. It's the crystal that I had Caryn create for me to pay for the debt she owed me for healing my eyes without authorization," Harry clarified. "The fluid inside is Phoenix tears from Destiny."
"Wow Harry what's it used for?" Remus asked, handing the crystal back to Harry.
"No keep the crystal in your hand," Harry said. "Again I'm asking you to trust me, no questions asked until I'm done."
Remus gave Harry a very confused look, but agreed. He had meant what he said. He would trust Harry with his life. Harry then instructed Remus to cup his hands together with the crystal inside them. Harry then place his hands over Remus', then he began to recite an incantation in the old elfish language.
Remus started to feel the crystal get warmer within his hands, before he felt a force leak into him and tug on a deep concealed secret within him. He felt a brief moment of pain before Harry's voice faded and he removed his hands. Remus opened his eyes to see Harry breathing hard and looking pale.
"Harry are you ok? What just happened?" Remus asked worriedly.
"The crystal," Was all Harry panted.
It was then that Remus noticed the crystal still in his hand. Instead of being filled with Phoenix tears, a black misted had settled within it. Remus got a strange feeling when he saw that black mist. It was almost as if a part of him was missing and was pulled into the crystal, but left something peaceful behind.
"Harry what did you just do?" Remus asked.
"Here," Harry said handing him the book he had brought with him. "I think this will explain better then I ever could."
Remus took the book from Harry as Harry got to his feet. "Page 121." Harry told Remus before turning and leaving a very confused Remus. Harry arrived home within five minutes and quickly made his way to his room only to be stop by Sirius who was still seating on the couch reading a book this time.
"Hey Harry, did you find Remus?" Sirius asked looking up from his book. Then noticing Harry's appearance he asked worriedly. "Are you alright? You don't look so good."
"Yes I found Remus, he should be coming shortly. And yes I feel fine just tried, I think I'll head to bed," Harry said saying good night to Sirius and climbing the stairs.
Not ten minutes after Harry had fallen into bed dead asleep, did a very astounded Remus come into the house.
"Hey Remus, what's up?" Sirius asked noticing his friend's face as he came into the seating room.
"Where's Harry?" Remus asked.
"He went to bed, why?" Sirius inquired.
For a moment Remus said nothing, just stared at the wall, then all of a sudden he started shouting. "That kid is so infuriating! I can't believe he'd just walked off like he hadn't done anything! He is completely unselfish and it's driving me nuts!"
"Remus what are you talking about?" Sirius asked alarmed, trying to calm down his light haired friend.
"This is what I'm talking about!" Remus said shoving the open book into Sirius's face. Sirius looked at his friend oddly before taking the book from him and reading:
The Werewolf History: People who are cursed with the werewolf bite suffer greatly throughout their whole life. In the Wizarding World there is no known cure, only a potion to ease the pain and keep the person's mind within the werewolf's body. However, hundreds of years ago a cure was discovered upon the elves. The spell involves complete and total trust between the werewolf and the healer, therefore the spell must be perform without informing the werewolf of what is to happen.
Components: For the cure the healer must have a purifying crystal filled with Phoenix tears and an extreme amount of power. Power so extreme that it is very rare for a werewolf to find such an individual who is willing to perform such a spell. Consequently, since the purifying crystals are also rare and Phoenix tears are almost impossible to obtain the cure has never been introduced to any other realm.
Details: the purifying crystal is used to draw out the werewolf's spirit and trap it within, while the Phoenix tears cleanses the body The power to control and secure the werewolf spirit takes a great amount of focus and control. If not done correctly the spell will kill the healer instantly. Immense caution is advised if even considering performing this spell.
Sirius looked up from the book stunned. "Did Harry . . . ?" Sirius asked in disbelief.
"Yes he did." Remus said sinking down into one of the armchairs.
"Is this for real?" Sirius asked. "Did Harry really. . . ?"
"Yes," Remus said, rubbing his eyes. "Harry just cured my lycanthropy, I have no doubt, but that's not the problem Sirius. Harry just walked off like he had done absolutely nothing. Like it meant absolutely nothing to me or him."
"You know that's not true. It's like you said before, Harry's just so irritatingly unselfish," Sirius said looking back at the book. "I can't believe he just did that."
"You and me both," Remus said wearily. "I guess I'll talk to him in the morning. I really don't want to wake him, he didn't look to good after he completed the spell."
"Yeah." Sirius said still a little dazed. "That might be a good idea. I think I'll head to bed myself."
"Alright. See you in the morning." Remus said numbly.
Remus sat there for a few seconds alone in his own thoughts before they were abruptly disrupted by Sirius charging back into the room looking furious.
"Did that book just say Harry could have killed himself?" Sirius asked in a eerie controlled voice.
'Oh no,' Remus thought. "Er . . . " was all we could say to the fuming Sirius, but it was enough.
"I'm going to kill him! I can't believe him! He should have at least had an adult watch him!" Sirius screamed as he stormed back out of the room, Remus leaping from the couch after him. Sirius got half way up the stairs before Remus tackled him.
"Sirius, you can kill Harry in the morning. Let him sleep. He looked liked he need it," Remus pleaded with his friend, finding it difficult to keep a hold on his friend, only realizing he didn't have werewolf strength anymore.
Sirius took a couple of calming breaths before answered. "Fine, but you are under no circumstances going to interfere tomorrow when I kill him."
"Agreed," Remus said. "Now go to bed and try to calm down."
Sirius nodded and picked himself up and climbed the rest of the way up the stairs, when he reached the top he turned and said, "I am really happy for you though Remus."
"Thank you," Remus said to his friend smiling.
In the morning Harry was up and gone an hour before the sun was suppose to be up. He did so for two reasons, one being he wanted to avoid Sirius and Remus when they first got up, and two he wanted to see one last sun raise before he left.
Harry went to his favorite spot in the Elf Realm, which happen to be about five miles from Demin's house up on a cliff that over looked the entire valley from above. Harry spent the next two hours just sitting there enjoying the view. He was just deciding whether or not he should head back when he felt a magical energy approaching him. It didn't take long to identify Remus magic.
"How did you find me?" Harry asked once Remus was standing right behind him.
"Demin told me where you might be hiding," Remus said, a clear smile in his voice. "Do you mind if I sit?"
Harry shook his head so Remus sat next to him on the ledge. Neither of them spoke for a few minutes each in their own thoughts. Finally Remus broke the silence.
"Harry I can never repay you for what you have done for me and I know you wouldn't take it anyway if I could. I have no doubt that you would have done it anonymously if you could have," Remus said, looking directly at Harry. "However, I do want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. I don't think anyone knows what it feels like to be released from such a curse. I feel like a tremendous weight has been lifted from my shoulders."
Harry smiled at Remus. "It's the least I could do. You and Sirius are my only true family and I want to do everything in my power to keep you two around for a very long time."
"I think I can promise you that neither of us are going away anytime soon." Remus said pulling Harry into a tight hug. "Thank you."
"You're more then welcome," Harry said, returning the hug. "We better get going before someone comes looking for us."
"Yeah like Sirius," Remus said, wincing. "I'd suggest extreme caution when you see him. He wasn't to happy last night when he read the book and found out the spell could have killed you."
"On second thought I think I'll stay here." Harry said sitting down again. Remus laughed and pulled Harry back to his feet.
When they arrived back at the house unluckily for Harry, Sirius was the only one sitting at the breakfast table. Sirius face revealed nothing when he looked at Harry making Harry feel really unconformable. Harry sat down nervously in a chair opposite Sirius who was just opening his mouth to speak when Kairi came in with a duffel bag and spoke before him.
"Well I'm all packed and ready to go," She said cheerfully sitting down next to Sirius.
"Packed?" Harry asked confused. "Are you going somewhere?"
Kairi gave Harry a weird look. "Didn't Demin tell you?"
"Tell me what?" Harry asked.
"Yes, what didn't I tell him?" Demin said coming into the room at that moment with an excited Delia behind him.
"That you, Delia, and I are coming back with him," Kairi answered.
"What!?" Harry said almost falling off his chair.
"Demin, I can't believe you didn't tell him! And you call me cruel!" Kairi admonished her brother.
"It must have slipped my mind," Demin said with an uncanny smile on his face.
"Would someone please tell me what's going on." Harry said impatiently.
"Well you see." Kairi started. "About two weeks ago Professor Dumbledore came to me and asked me if Demin and I would be interested in teaching the open DADA position . . . "
CRASH
Harry really did fall of his chair. "WHAT!"
Demin smirking faced appeared above Harry's. "Of course we accepted the job. This way I can make sure you keep up with your training and we still have a little deal to settle that we didn't get around to."
Harry groaned. "You mean you didn't forget about that."
"Nope," Demin said. "I figured you could do it just as easily at school as you could here."
"And just think of all the fun we can have!" An excited face belonging to Kairi came into view beside Demin's.
"Let me get this straight," Harry said. "Kairi and Demin are going to be taking over the DADA class and Sirius and Remus will also be in the castle at the same time teaching a dueling class?"
"Yes!" Kairi squealed excitedly.
Harry was speechless. He was entirely thrilled with the idea of having all five of them in the castle at one time, though he wasn't altogether sure if it was a GOOD idea. One thing was for sure, this was going to be one interesting year.
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When Harry finally woke up three days later it was to a very still house. At first he was confused as to where he was until he noticed the familiar surroundings of his room at Demin's and little Elle sleeping peacefully at the foot of his bed. Harry quickly checked to see if the gem was still around his neck before carefully climbing out of bed, so as not to wake the Cubcat.
Twenty minutes later Harry was descending the stairs with damp hair and clean robes. He found the house completely void of people. The only sign that someone was still around was the wonderful aroma coming from the kitchen. Harry, who was famished, followed his nose into the kitchen where he met a very surprised Chris.
"Harry!" Chris cried. "When did you get up? How do you feel? Are you sure you feel good enough to be coming down here?"
"I just got up," Harry said, smiling at the old lady. "And I feel great! Except for the fact that I'm starving."
"Well that's no surprise, you've been asleep for three days," Chris said, hurrying around the kitchen making Harry a plate.
"Three days!" Harry said, taking a seat on one of the barstools. "So where is everyone?"
"Master Demin and Mr. Black wouldn't leave your bedside for two days straight. Finally Mr. Lupin and I were able to drag them out and force sleeping potion into them. That was last night, I expect them to wake sometime soon," Chris said with a twinkle in her eye as she handed Harry a plate of food.
"Thanks Chris." Harry said laughing taking the plate from her. He couldn't wait to see Demin and Sirius's faces when they woke up and realize that they had been drugged. Harry sat and ate his breakfast while talking with Chris. He found out that Delia had stayed at Kairi's and they were both supposed to be notified as soon and he woke, as was Professor Dumbledore who had gone back to the Earth Realm to tend to some business.
Harry was just finishing up his meal when a shout from upstairs was heard followed by a couple more and then a loud crash. Harry and Chris traded amused looks.
"So you think they found my empty room yet?" Harry asked slyly as Chris chuckled. They both exited the kitchen to go find out what had just happened when their progress came to a halt at the bottom of the stairs where Demin, Sirius, and Remus was trying unsuccessfully to untangle themselves.
Harry couldn't help himself, he laughed, which immediately got the attention of the three men at the bottom of the stairs who all looked extremely relieved to see him.
"This isn't funny," Sirius informed his Godson irritably. "If I hadn't found your room empty none of this would have happened. You scared the hell out of me."
"What I'm not allowed to leave my room now?" Harry asked, still laughing.
"No!" All three men shouted at once making Harry laugh harder. After another couple of minutes the three men finally untangled themselves, which allowed Sirius to wrap Harry in a breathe-depriving hug.
"Harry are you ok? You had us all really worried. What happened? Where did you go?" Sirius asked all in one breath after releasing Harry.
"It's a very long story. One that I'd only like to repeat once," Harry said. "So can we wait until everyone that is needed are present?"
The three men looked very reluctant, but agreed none the less.
"I will write the council immediately and inform them you have awoken," Demin told Harry before heading towards his office.
"And I will inform Dumbledore," Remus said following Demin down the hall.
"Which leaves me and you free to raid the kitchen," Sirius enlightened a chuckling Harry.
"You're going to raid the kitchen of the woman who was cunning enough to drug you last night with sleeping draft?" Harry asked his Godfather.
"Ugh don't remind me. That women could defiantly give Dumbledore himself a run for his money," Sirius said, groaning.
The encounter that took place that night between Harry, Demin, Dumbledore, Sirius, Remus, and the Elf Council was weird to say the least. Dumbledore didn't even seem fazed by the news Harry had given them. He simply wore that irritating 'I know everything' smile that made Harry want to strangle him, which he almost did.
Demin took the news of his wife amazingly well. He was a little shocked at first, but soon regained his senses and finished hearing Harry out. Sirius and Remus probably took the news the worst. Neither of them were surprised. They both knew that Harry was an extraordinary wizard and person. They just didn't want any more responsibility cast on a child that had too much to deal with already.
The Council members didn't seem all that surprised either. After hearing Harry's full account of what happened, they told him he was to continue his training with Demin for the remainder of the month. After the month was up Harry was then to return to school and the elves roles in the prophecy would be complete.
So it was decided that Harry would continue his training and since Dumbledore didn't need Sirius or Remus for any Order business, it was also decided that they would stay with Harry for the remainder of the time.
Therefore Sirius took over Harry's magical training, while Remus helped Harry out in the library looking up spells and questioning him on spells he had already learned. Demin still instructed Harry in physical combat, which became more difficult as Demin had stepped it up a level. Sirius sometimes joined them in their training if he wasn't off with Kairi.
Sirius and Harry's first magical lesson had been somewhat educational. After Harry had informed them that he probably couldn't control his wandless magic anymore, Sirius had wanted to test the theory out. So he had Harry perform a simple heating spell on a good size rock and instead of heating the rock Harry had blown it into tiny pieces by pouring too much power into it. Sirius then had Harry try it with his wand, which had resulted in a very melted rock instead. Sirius and Harry both had been a little stunned at the outpour of Harry's power already. It was therefore decided that Harry would have to start at the beginning again and learn control, which surprising only took a week.
Dumbledore dropped in and out of the Elf Realm keeping them all updated on what was going on in the wizarding world. Most news was pretty meaningless until about a week after Harry's birthday when he brought them all a copy of the Daily Prophet with the report of Voldemort's return printed on the first five pages. It had described in great detail the when, where, what, why and how. A full page had been devoted to Fudge himself describing his full out denial of Voldemort's return one year ago. Dumbledore had informed them that the wizarding world was in a panic and owls hadn't stopped coming in. He estimated Fudge's removal by the beginning of next month. Then on one of his visits Dumbledore had come to offer Sirius and Remus a job at Hogwarts teaching a dueling class that was going to be an optional night class for all those who wanted to join. Remus and Sirius immediately agreed they would love to take it.
Three weeks flew by and before Harry knew it, it was the night before Sirius, Remus, and he would have to go home. They were going home three days early so that Harry could get his school shopping done and Sirius could get some things in order.
Harry was trying really hard not to think about saying goodbye to Demin, Delia, and Kairi in the morning as he left his bedroom that night. Besides, Harry had something to distracted him, he had one final task to perform before he left.
Harry bounded down the stairs and come into the seating room to see Sirius and Kairi sitting on the couch talking ecstatically about something.
"Hey Harry, what's up?" Sirius asked when he noticed his Godson's appearance.
"Have either of you seen Remus?" Harry asked.
"I think he said something about purchasing some additional books to take with him," Sirius said rolling his eyes.
"Thanks I think I'll go look for him." Harry said turning to walk out of the room, but when he reached the door he turned and smirked. "By the way I don't think Demin appreciates you two snogging on his couch."
Harry quickly dogged the two well-aimed pillows sent by both Sirius and Kairi.
"Who's the adult around here?" Sirius asked his smirking Godson.
"Not sure, but if I happen to see one I'll let you know," Harry said laughing as he left.
It didn't take long to track down Remus, who was just exiting the bookstore.
"Hey Remus, wait up," Harry called.
Remus turned and smiled at Harry as he approached. "Hey Harry, what's up?"
"Nothing really," Harry said. "I just had something I wanted to show you and was wondering if you could spare a few minutes."
"Of course!" Remus said smiling. "Do you mind if I drop these bags off at home first?"
"No, not at all. It's on the way anyway," Harry said.
Ten minutes later Harry was leading Remus further into the hills behind Demin's house. Harry and Remus talked all the way there about the progress Harry's powers were making. So far Harry hadn't shown any new abilities, it just seemed that with each day his spells become more and more powerful, practically to the point where it was dangerous for anyone to duel with him.
Harry came to a stop when he reached the stone foundation he was heading for. He then climbed onto the circle stone and sat down cross-legged and motioned for Remus to do the same.
Remus did so looking around curiously before asking. "What is this place?"
"It's an ancient ritual ground where Demin's ancestors use to come to perform ceremonial magic. It's not used anymore, but I asked Demin if I could use it tonight," Harry explained bringing a book and a Crystal out of a box he had been carrying.
"What for?" Remus inquired.
Ignoring Remus's question Harry said. "Remus, I know this is going to sound weird, but I need to know if you would trust me with your life?"
"Yes of course I do," Remus said without hesitation. "But why do you ask?"
"Because I'm asking you to trust me now." Harry said taking the crystal and handing it to Remus who took it curiously. It looked like a normal crystal. It was completely transparent and was shaped like a quartz. Remus noticed that when he tipped it a clear fluid moved within it. Remus turned his questioning eyes to Harry.
"It's called a purifying crystal. It's the crystal that I had Caryn create for me to pay for the debt she owed me for healing my eyes without authorization," Harry clarified. "The fluid inside is Phoenix tears from Destiny."
"Wow Harry what's it used for?" Remus asked, handing the crystal back to Harry.
"No keep the crystal in your hand," Harry said. "Again I'm asking you to trust me, no questions asked until I'm done."
Remus gave Harry a very confused look, but agreed. He had meant what he said. He would trust Harry with his life. Harry then instructed Remus to cup his hands together with the crystal inside them. Harry then place his hands over Remus', then he began to recite an incantation in the old elfish language.
Remus started to feel the crystal get warmer within his hands, before he felt a force leak into him and tug on a deep concealed secret within him. He felt a brief moment of pain before Harry's voice faded and he removed his hands. Remus opened his eyes to see Harry breathing hard and looking pale.
"Harry are you ok? What just happened?" Remus asked worriedly.
"The crystal," Was all Harry panted.
It was then that Remus noticed the crystal still in his hand. Instead of being filled with Phoenix tears, a black misted had settled within it. Remus got a strange feeling when he saw that black mist. It was almost as if a part of him was missing and was pulled into the crystal, but left something peaceful behind.
"Harry what did you just do?" Remus asked.
"Here," Harry said handing him the book he had brought with him. "I think this will explain better then I ever could."
Remus took the book from Harry as Harry got to his feet. "Page 121." Harry told Remus before turning and leaving a very confused Remus. Harry arrived home within five minutes and quickly made his way to his room only to be stop by Sirius who was still seating on the couch reading a book this time.
"Hey Harry, did you find Remus?" Sirius asked looking up from his book. Then noticing Harry's appearance he asked worriedly. "Are you alright? You don't look so good."
"Yes I found Remus, he should be coming shortly. And yes I feel fine just tried, I think I'll head to bed," Harry said saying good night to Sirius and climbing the stairs.
Not ten minutes after Harry had fallen into bed dead asleep, did a very astounded Remus come into the house.
"Hey Remus, what's up?" Sirius asked noticing his friend's face as he came into the seating room.
"Where's Harry?" Remus asked.
"He went to bed, why?" Sirius inquired.
For a moment Remus said nothing, just stared at the wall, then all of a sudden he started shouting. "That kid is so infuriating! I can't believe he'd just walked off like he hadn't done anything! He is completely unselfish and it's driving me nuts!"
"Remus what are you talking about?" Sirius asked alarmed, trying to calm down his light haired friend.
"This is what I'm talking about!" Remus said shoving the open book into Sirius's face. Sirius looked at his friend oddly before taking the book from him and reading:
The Werewolf History: People who are cursed with the werewolf bite suffer greatly throughout their whole life. In the Wizarding World there is no known cure, only a potion to ease the pain and keep the person's mind within the werewolf's body. However, hundreds of years ago a cure was discovered upon the elves. The spell involves complete and total trust between the werewolf and the healer, therefore the spell must be perform without informing the werewolf of what is to happen.
Components: For the cure the healer must have a purifying crystal filled with Phoenix tears and an extreme amount of power. Power so extreme that it is very rare for a werewolf to find such an individual who is willing to perform such a spell. Consequently, since the purifying crystals are also rare and Phoenix tears are almost impossible to obtain the cure has never been introduced to any other realm.
Details: the purifying crystal is used to draw out the werewolf's spirit and trap it within, while the Phoenix tears cleanses the body The power to control and secure the werewolf spirit takes a great amount of focus and control. If not done correctly the spell will kill the healer instantly. Immense caution is advised if even considering performing this spell.
Sirius looked up from the book stunned. "Did Harry . . . ?" Sirius asked in disbelief.
"Yes he did." Remus said sinking down into one of the armchairs.
"Is this for real?" Sirius asked. "Did Harry really. . . ?"
"Yes," Remus said, rubbing his eyes. "Harry just cured my lycanthropy, I have no doubt, but that's not the problem Sirius. Harry just walked off like he had done absolutely nothing. Like it meant absolutely nothing to me or him."
"You know that's not true. It's like you said before, Harry's just so irritatingly unselfish," Sirius said looking back at the book. "I can't believe he just did that."
"You and me both," Remus said wearily. "I guess I'll talk to him in the morning. I really don't want to wake him, he didn't look to good after he completed the spell."
"Yeah." Sirius said still a little dazed. "That might be a good idea. I think I'll head to bed myself."
"Alright. See you in the morning." Remus said numbly.
Remus sat there for a few seconds alone in his own thoughts before they were abruptly disrupted by Sirius charging back into the room looking furious.
"Did that book just say Harry could have killed himself?" Sirius asked in a eerie controlled voice.
'Oh no,' Remus thought. "Er . . . " was all we could say to the fuming Sirius, but it was enough.
"I'm going to kill him! I can't believe him! He should have at least had an adult watch him!" Sirius screamed as he stormed back out of the room, Remus leaping from the couch after him. Sirius got half way up the stairs before Remus tackled him.
"Sirius, you can kill Harry in the morning. Let him sleep. He looked liked he need it," Remus pleaded with his friend, finding it difficult to keep a hold on his friend, only realizing he didn't have werewolf strength anymore.
Sirius took a couple of calming breaths before answered. "Fine, but you are under no circumstances going to interfere tomorrow when I kill him."
"Agreed," Remus said. "Now go to bed and try to calm down."
Sirius nodded and picked himself up and climbed the rest of the way up the stairs, when he reached the top he turned and said, "I am really happy for you though Remus."
"Thank you," Remus said to his friend smiling.
In the morning Harry was up and gone an hour before the sun was suppose to be up. He did so for two reasons, one being he wanted to avoid Sirius and Remus when they first got up, and two he wanted to see one last sun raise before he left.
Harry went to his favorite spot in the Elf Realm, which happen to be about five miles from Demin's house up on a cliff that over looked the entire valley from above. Harry spent the next two hours just sitting there enjoying the view. He was just deciding whether or not he should head back when he felt a magical energy approaching him. It didn't take long to identify Remus magic.
"How did you find me?" Harry asked once Remus was standing right behind him.
"Demin told me where you might be hiding," Remus said, a clear smile in his voice. "Do you mind if I sit?"
Harry shook his head so Remus sat next to him on the ledge. Neither of them spoke for a few minutes each in their own thoughts. Finally Remus broke the silence.
"Harry I can never repay you for what you have done for me and I know you wouldn't take it anyway if I could. I have no doubt that you would have done it anonymously if you could have," Remus said, looking directly at Harry. "However, I do want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. I don't think anyone knows what it feels like to be released from such a curse. I feel like a tremendous weight has been lifted from my shoulders."
Harry smiled at Remus. "It's the least I could do. You and Sirius are my only true family and I want to do everything in my power to keep you two around for a very long time."
"I think I can promise you that neither of us are going away anytime soon." Remus said pulling Harry into a tight hug. "Thank you."
"You're more then welcome," Harry said, returning the hug. "We better get going before someone comes looking for us."
"Yeah like Sirius," Remus said, wincing. "I'd suggest extreme caution when you see him. He wasn't to happy last night when he read the book and found out the spell could have killed you."
"On second thought I think I'll stay here." Harry said sitting down again. Remus laughed and pulled Harry back to his feet.
When they arrived back at the house unluckily for Harry, Sirius was the only one sitting at the breakfast table. Sirius face revealed nothing when he looked at Harry making Harry feel really unconformable. Harry sat down nervously in a chair opposite Sirius who was just opening his mouth to speak when Kairi came in with a duffel bag and spoke before him.
"Well I'm all packed and ready to go," She said cheerfully sitting down next to Sirius.
"Packed?" Harry asked confused. "Are you going somewhere?"
Kairi gave Harry a weird look. "Didn't Demin tell you?"
"Tell me what?" Harry asked.
"Yes, what didn't I tell him?" Demin said coming into the room at that moment with an excited Delia behind him.
"That you, Delia, and I are coming back with him," Kairi answered.
"What!?" Harry said almost falling off his chair.
"Demin, I can't believe you didn't tell him! And you call me cruel!" Kairi admonished her brother.
"It must have slipped my mind," Demin said with an uncanny smile on his face.
"Would someone please tell me what's going on." Harry said impatiently.
"Well you see." Kairi started. "About two weeks ago Professor Dumbledore came to me and asked me if Demin and I would be interested in teaching the open DADA position . . . "
CRASH
Harry really did fall of his chair. "WHAT!"
Demin smirking faced appeared above Harry's. "Of course we accepted the job. This way I can make sure you keep up with your training and we still have a little deal to settle that we didn't get around to."
Harry groaned. "You mean you didn't forget about that."
"Nope," Demin said. "I figured you could do it just as easily at school as you could here."
"And just think of all the fun we can have!" An excited face belonging to Kairi came into view beside Demin's.
"Let me get this straight," Harry said. "Kairi and Demin are going to be taking over the DADA class and Sirius and Remus will also be in the castle at the same time teaching a dueling class?"
"Yes!" Kairi squealed excitedly.
Harry was speechless. He was entirely thrilled with the idea of having all five of them in the castle at one time, though he wasn't altogether sure if it was a GOOD idea. One thing was for sure, this was going to be one interesting year.
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