I'm so sorry for the very long delay. After selling my house and then moving cross country and then working on my new house (completely remodeling) and then starting a new job I haven't had time to write at all. But I am working on finishing this story I got this chapter finished and half of the next chapter so hopefully at least once a week. Let me know what you think!
The past couple weeks had gone by in a flurry of activity for Harry. There was never a dull moment at the Weasley residence even with the twins gone most of the time. It was early in the morning on August the 25, the sun hadn't even started to come up but Harry was wide awake. He was sitting on his bed in his very own room, which had once belonged to Percy, thinking about his life. Harry had just woken up a few moments prior after experiencing yet another one of his dreams about Snape. They had become a common occurrence that Harry had accepted the fact that he was, for some reason unbeknownst to him, attracted to his potion's professor.
With that thought in mind, Harry climbed out of bed and made his way over to his trunk. He pulled out the book on life debts that he hadn't finished reading and flipped to his bookmarker and sat down to read. It wasn't an hour later that a big grin crossed his face and he sat the book down. He had found it! The perfect way to pay back his life debts to Snape and still be able to be close to him as well. It was in the very last chapter of the book and from what Harry could see it was perfect.
The book described a way for the one owing the debt to pay back the debtor with their life. It was called the Life-Bond. The one who was owed the life debt would more or less own the one owing the debt until a specific amount of time has passed. The Debtee would then belong to the Debtor body and soul. The Debtee would be used to make the Debtor's life easier and more enjoyable. The more Harry read about this scenario the more he liked it. It had everything he could hope for. It would give the Debtor full control of the Debtee. Everything would be up to the Debtor and while the Debtee has full control of themselves and a choice in the matter they would be compelled to do what the Debtor wants. (but nothing like the Imperious curse.)
The only draw back he could see was in order for the Life-Bond to be initiated was for a magical contract to be signed by both parties (however as long as the Debtee signs first the Debtor can not refuse or the Debtee's life would be forfeit) once both parties sign the contract then a physical bond must take place within 24 hours of the bond. After that there must be physical contact at least once a week for at least a short period of time and prolonged physical contact at least once a month.
With the Life-Bond contract Harry just might repay his dept to Professor Snape and enjoy doing it. Rushing over to his trunk Harry got out his quill and parchment. He quickly wrote out the Life-Bond contract and signed it with a flourish adding three drops of blood after his signature signaling his magically binding agreement. He quickly wrapped up the Parchment and gave it to Hedwig. "Deliver this to Professor Snape Hedwig, He'll be at Hogwarts." With that Harry went back to his reading with a smile on his face.
Miles away in a castle named "Hogwarts" The potions professor watched as a Snowy White Owl flew into his office. It promptly landed on his desk and held out it's leg. Severus Snape took the peice of parchment and unrolled it. It consisted of two pages the first read:
Dear Professor Snape,
I know that I owe you more than one life debt and there is no way I could ever repay you except this way. I hope you accept if not please know that you have my thanks and my utmost respect.
Sincerly,
Harry J Potter
Wondering what the boy was talking about he quickly read the other parchment that looked like some sort of contract:
Life-Bond Contract
This contract is provided as a secure and binding magical agreement which defines in specific terms the relationship and interaction between two individuals, hereafter termed the slave and the master. This agreement is legal and binding. This agreement must be entered voluntarily, and cannot be broken except under the conditions stated herein, after which certain precautions shall be taken to protect those involved.
1.0.0 Slave's Role
The slave agrees to submit completely to the master in all ways. There are no boundaries of place, time, or situation in which the slave may willfully refuse to obey the directive of the master without risking punishment, except in situations where the slave's veto (see section 1.0.1) applies. The slave also agrees that, once entered into the Life Bond Contract, their body belongs to their master, to be used as seen fit, within the guidelines defined herein. All of the slave's possessions likewise belong to the master , including all assets, finances, and material goods, to do with as they see fit. The slave agrees to please the master to the best of their ability, in that they now exist solely for the pleasure of said master .
1.0.1 Slave's Veto
The slave, where appropriate, holds veto power over any command given by the master , at which time they may rightfully refuse to obey that command. This power may only be invoked under the following circumstances, or where agreed by both master and slave:
Where said command conflicts with any existing laws and may lead to fines, arrest, or prosecution of the slave .
Where said command may cause permanent bodily harm to the slave .
2.0.0 Master's Role
The master accepts the responsibility of the slave's body and worldly possessions, to do with as they see fit, under the provisions determined in this contract. The master agrees to care for the slave , to arrange for the safety and well-being of the slave , as long as they own the slave . The master also accepts the commitment to treat the slave properly, to train the slave, punish the slave, love the slave, and use the slave as they see fit.
3.0.0 Punishment
The slave agrees to accept any punishment the master decides to inflict, whether earned or not.
3.0.1 Punishment Rules
Use of the Unforgivable Curses are not allowed and against the laws of the Ministry of Magic.
4.0.0 Others
The slave may not seek any other master or lover or relate to others in any sexual or submissive way without the master's permission. To do so will be considered a breach of contract, and will result in extreme punishment.
5.0.0 Termination of Contract
This contract will be terminated in one years time if the Master wishes it with no effect on the Slave, It can be canceled at any time by the Master but at the expense of the Slave's magic. Upon termination, all physical evidence of the slavery, including this contract, will be destroyed, and all materials and belongings shall belong to the master , to be shared or kept as they see fit. The slave ,owning nothing and having agreed to give up all worldly possessions and body to the master , shall once again own their body, but nothing else, unless the master decides to give back their possessions.
6.0.0 Slave's Signature
I have read and fully understand this contract in its entirety. I agree to give everything I own to my master, and further accept their claim of ownership over my physical body and magic. I understand that I will be commanded and trained and punished as a slave, and I promise to be true and to fulfill the pleasures and desires of my master to the best of my abilities. I understand that I cannot withdraw from this contract.
Signature: Harry James Potter
6.0.1 Master's Signature
I have read and fully understand this contract in its entirety. I agree to accept this slave as my property, body, magic and possessions, and to care for them to the best of my ability. I shall provide for their security and well-being and command them, train them, and punish them as a slave. I understand the responsibility implicit in this arrangement, and agree that no harm shall come to the slave as long as they are mine. I further understand that I can withdraw from this contract at any time.
Signature:
As per the terms of the Life-Bond Contract once the Slave has signed this contract the Master has one week from receipt of this contract to sign it or the Slaves life with be forfeit and the Life Debt will be considered paid. As per Ministry of Magic law 844.54 section 91.
Severus stared in disbelief and then rushed for the door.