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Chapter 9

Harry's jaw dropped. He certainly wasn't expecting to see this awesome airship in this world moreso in Hogwarts. Selphie took him in it once, and gave him only basic lessons on how to fly it since they didn't think he would be able to use it in the future.

"How can it be here? Is it still operational, and this whole place seem to have muggle technology but I thought they wouldn't operate in the magical world?" he looked at Godric with disbelief.

Godric chuckled. "As you know I came here from another dimension which is already technologically advanced but also uses a type of magic. In that dimension, the fusion of technology and magic has been used for centuries. When I arrived here, I had no trouble since there is an enormous amount of magical energy present and the wizards I met here just passed the technology I brought as advanced discoveries in charming muggle artifacts. It was also lucky that the magical world is hidden from the muggle world at the time. Haven't you wondered how come we have amenities such as the bathrooms with enormous tubs, showers, and sinks with faucets?"

"Well… we always assumed that those were just renovations made in recent years. But then again, the entrance to the Chamber of Secrets was already hidden under the lavatories of the third floor girls bathroom," he answered embarssedly.

Godric gave him a teasing smirk. "Anyway, continuing on, I made this whole chamber at first as a command center of sorts but Rowena made several additions. The Ragnarok is in tiptop condition despite the century it laid unused. You already have the basic operating know how. You will also be trained with its weapon system. There are two 50mm gatling guns underneath the head area and a beam cannon that extends from the body of the ship," he gestured at the areas, the most obvious is the long barrel of the cannon.

"Follow me," he then walked into the story building. "this is the command center and the second floor serves as the control tower for the airship."

Harry looked around the structure. It sure looked like the command center frequently used in muggle sci-fi/action films. Consoles are facing the hangar where they can see outside through floor to ceiling glass panels. Another set of consoles is behind it, facing the opposite direction, towards a large monitor and electronic world map. In one side is a planning room of sorts with a large rectangular table where holographic images and maps are displayed (A/N: Like the one used in the X-Men movie). A second floor metal platform reachable via steel stairs houses the radar and communication system.

"This entire building can monitor the status of the whole castle, its additional security besides the wards and the operation of the hangar. The ship is raised by its platform up and the glass skylight dome above it retracts. During my time, I had limited use with it since we are highly advanced than this world, even today this can be considered advanced since it is a fusion of technology and magic," he explained.

"I imagine the operation alone requires several men. Where will you get them?" Harry asked. He had a bit of an idea how airstations in the other world operates.

"We had trained an elite group of goblins. They are the same as those that work in Gringotts but a little bit friendlier. A longtime ago, I was able to help an elder from one of the leading goblin clans. We established that a select few would be trained secretly for this besides their regular professions. In that way, they can be called upon in anytime and when not necessary they can live their lives normally."

Harry could only nod in response, he's still digesting the information and everything seems difficult to take in at once.

"Don't think too much about it, Harry. All of these will help you in your quest. It is already late. You should sleep on it. As my heir, this whole place is yours now and you are free to come and go as you wish." Godric said as if he read his mind.

They went back in the living quarters and he was guided to the masters bedroom. It is comfortably large with a four-poster king size bed, a walk in closet, a mini-livingroom with a small fireplace and its own bathroom. Another surprise came to Harry as he saw his things were already moved to the room, his clothes neatly hung in the closet, his trunk placed in an overhead storage.

"Good night, Harry. Don't worry about your arrangements, you must rest for now." Godric smiled at him.

"Good night, Godric, and thanks," he smiled as Godric's image slowly faded. He had an uneventful sleep that night.

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"Harry, where've you been? You got us so worried." Hermione admonished him when he saw them at breakfast that morning. She quickly sat beside him and shook his shoulders.

"Right, mate, I wouldn't have panicked when I saw your bed empty but when I saw all your things were gone, we couldn't help but think worse. We immediately went down here to tell Dumbledore then here you are. What happened?" Ron said, traces of shock were still visible in his pale face.

"Sorry about that guys. I couldn't sleep last night and went somewhere to think. Lucky I thought to do it since I was able to meet Godric again. As for my things, lets just say they were moved to a safe place." Harry replied reluctantly. "I'll tell you all about it later."

"Oh, so, does that mean you won't be staying in Gryffindor tower anymore?" Hermione asked glumly. Ron's eyes widened as realization dawned on him.

"I'm still staying there, just in a different room." Harry answered guardly. Godric showed him another tunnel that goes from the secret chamber into Gryffindor tower that morning. He didn't want to keep it a secret but he felt this isn't a right time to discuss it. He plans to use the chamber as a last refuge for the school and its imperative that it remains a secret for now. "I can't discuss it here without the risk of the information leaking to someone undesirable. We don't know who could be listening in," he explained.

His friends nodded, they accepted his reason reluctantly. They focused their attention on breakfast as other students started to come in the Great Hall.

"Good morning, beloved." Fleur sat beside him and kissed his cheek. "Hi, guys, good morning."

"Hey, Fleur." Ron and Hermione nodded at her. They chose not to inform her of Harry's 'disappearance since they already proved it was nothing to worry about.

"So, Harry, have you thought about it?" Hermione asked.

"Thought about what?" Fleur looked at them curiously. Hermione hesitated and didn't meet her gaze. She wasn't sure if they should involve Fleur since she is technically a teacher of some sort. Harry noticed and gave Hermione an unconditional look to say that he wants Fleur informed. Hermione nodded at him and he whispered to Fleur to explain.

"That's a great idea. I'm in. Why haven't you told me about this sooner?" she looked at the three of them.

"Hermione just thought about it and presented it to me last night, love. I haven't really agreed to it yet,"

"Well, I think you should go through with it. I agree with 'Mione. We want to help and support you beloved. We don't want to be a burden," she looked at him lovingly and rested her head on his shoulder.

"Why don't we talk about it more this coming Hogsmeade weekend? We could discuss the other details and Harry… before you fly off the handle, there are a couple of other people who are interested." Hermione said and looked at him apologetic.

"What do you mean there are 'others'? How many exactly are we talking about here?" he asked exasperated.

"Well, I'm not sure of the exact number but it's definitely just a few," she added immediately.

"Alright, I can't give you a definite answer yet. Let's see what goes first this weekend."

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Harry walked towards the Headmaster's office right after breakfast. He still got half an hour before his first class. He just told the other's he'll meet them there. Fleur wanted to come with him but he insisted its nothing important, just some unfinished business he needs to discuss with Dumbledore. He came up to the gargoyle and gave the password "Snickers". He knows the headmaster likes sweets but he's still amazed that he knows some muggle candy.

"Good morning, professor," he greeted once he was inside.

"Ah, Good morning, Harry," Dumbledore replied. "I was hoping we'd have a talk one of these days. Come, take a seat. Lemon drops?"

Harry shook his head. Once they were both comfortable, he sighed and looked at the headmaster. He began filling him first on the details about his training and GFs he still haven't told him yet. After he was finished he asked if it would be fine if Prof. Mcgonnagall would be there for the next part. Dumbledore walked to the fireplace and called for her.

"Well, Mr. Potter, I have a feeling this is a bit of important news that you decided to have me here. I'm glad that I have earned your trust, please continue." She told him.

"Well, sir, ma'am, there were some developments recently and its because of it that I won't be staying in my dormitory for the rest of my stay here and was wondering if it would be fine if I bring along some of my friends with me," he started. Harry then proceeded to tell them about Gryffindor Chamber, but kept the information about Ragnarok and other technology a secret. He requested that the information be kept between them and he would ask his friends to do the same.

"This is amazing and a bit to take in, Mr. Potter," Prof. Mcgonnagall gasped. "You inherited Godric Gryffindor's chamber and your things were already moved to it you say. Well, I have no objections but it is not my place to decide."

Dumbledore looked at him fondly but he sensed he still had some doubts. "Don't you approve, professor?" Harry asked, a bit annoyed. He really didn't tell them about it to ask their permission but he felt they should be informed to express he trust them and also to express he need them to trust him without question.

"Please understand, Harry, my only concern is for your safety. I would gladly permit you, if only I knew its exact whereabouts," he informed him sadly. Harry felt dejected. He pushed aside this summer's events when he kept things from him and yet he couldn't trust him with this.

"I'll vouch for him and his friends if needed," a third voice spoke up. Prof. Mcgonnagall was startled and her mouth gaped open in awe as Godric Gryffindor's image slowly materialized.

"Ah, Godric, nice to see know you're still hanging around here. It's been awhile and quite a bore." The sorting hat greeted.

"Nice to see you again, too" he nodded at the hat. "Well, Headmaster, Prof. Mcgonnagall. Would my word be enough? I certainly can keep a look on them during their stay."

Dumbledore was surprised but didn't show it, his eyes however were twinkling more than ever. "Of course, Godric. I merely had some reservation if it actually was your chamber that Mr. Potter was brought into. We are facing dark times and as a dear friend of mine always say "Constant Vigilance" is must."

Prof. Mcgonnagall composed herself, and her mouth is a thin line when she resumed her usual serious demeanor. "As I have said I have no objections and it's good to know he would be in your good hands, sir. I even hope his penchant for adventure would mellow out under your guidance."

Harry and Godric shared a knowing look and smirk. Gryffindor was not known for his courage if he himself didn't have a penchant for 'adventure'. Dumbledore smiled at him. "I believe it is time to go. You shouldn't be late for your class. As for your friends, I have no objections for you to bring them. They would be Hermione, Ron, Ginny, and Ms. Delacour, I presume," he asked.

"Er… yes, they are." Harry said blushing. 'Those twinkling eyes of him should be made illegal,' he mused.

"Then, it is settled. Prof. Mcgonnagall and I will make the necessary arrangements." He bid him good-bye as he went on his way to Charms class.

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He set a meeting that night with Fleur, Hermione, Ginny, and Ron in the common room. They waited for the rest of the students to go up their dorms first and were just talking about trivial things.

"So, Harry, what is it?" Ginny asked, when they were alone. She couldn't keep her excitement. "Have you decided to go ahead with the plan?"

"No, Ginny, it's not about that. I'm still thinking about it. This is something else," he sighed. "Before I proceed, I ask all of you to keep the information I'm going to give you very secret. It is imperative that it be only us to know about it for now," he looked at them gravely.

"Of course, Harry, don't you trust us?" Hermione said, a bit offended. The others nodded at him showing varied reactions. Ron is curious but he can see he gave him complete trust. Fleur was loving and supportive. Ginny was overly excited.

"Sorry, I had to ask that 'Mione. This is just really important. I have considered what you have told me that you don't want to be a burden and to help me fight. I admit that I do need your help. Follow me and I'll explain further." Harry got up and led them to a grandfather clock in a far corner of the common room. He waved his hand at the face and the griever ring glowed a bit then the clock swung revealing a short passage way.

They went in and the clock closed again once they were inside. Harry went to the metal door and pressed his right hand at the palm reader beside it. With a hiss it slid open. They went through the tunnel and finally, they were inside Gryffindor Chamber.

"Welcome to Godric's secret chamber," he gestured around as the others looked around in glee. Harry gave them a brief tour of the place. Hermione quickly perked up when they went inside the library, which was as big as the school library and contained a broader selection of books. They gathered once more at the second floor common balcony, enjoying the warmth of the fire. Ron had gone ahead after asking him permission and raided the kitchen, bringing them plenty of snacks and butterbeer.

"This place is amazing, beloved." Fleur snuggled closer to him. "Now, tell us the rest of your plan." The others turned their attention to him once more.

"Yeah, mate. And you still haven't showed us where the double doors on the first floor go to." Ron piped in.

"I'll tell you about the room later, there is one more thing you need to know before that. Although I haven't yet considered about Hermione's plan, I accepted that all of you needs to be trained since you will be in more danger than others as my closest friends," he continued. "And for that we need to go to another place."

"Please, Harry, not another surprise. I don't think we could take anymore of it." Ginny groaned. Harry smiled at them then closed his eyes and concentrated.

/Alright, guys. We're ready to go/

In a flash of bright light, they are gone.

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"Harry, Where are we?" Hermione asked when her vision adjusted. They were in a vast plain. Behind her is a tombstone. "Oh, my. Raine Loire? You mean, we're…" she gasped.

"Yes, we're in another dimension." he smiled. "And I want you to meet my ancestors and mentors. Guys, these are Squall Leonhart, Rinoa Heartily-Leonhart, Quistis Trepe, Zell Dincht, Selphie Tilmitt, Irvine Kinneas, and last but not least, Godric Gryffindor."

He motioned at the people who appeared behind him. "These are my friends, Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley, Ginny Weasley, and my girlfriend Fleur Delacour."

"Its such an honor to meet all of you." Fleur said breathlessly.

"Likewise, we finally meet Harry's girl. We heard great things about you." Rinoa beamed at her while Squall nodded.

"Ah, it's a great pleasure to meet fine ladies as yourselves." Irvine kissed Fleur's, Hermione's, and Ginny's hand in grand fashion, which earned him a smack at the back of his head from Selphie.

"Sorry about Irvy, I forgot to tighten his leash." Selphie remarked and waved at them hyperactively.

"And you're the intellectual one as Harry described." Quistis beamed at Hermione warmly.

"Yes, one of the finest witch Hogwarts ever saw other than Rowena." Godric added. Hermione blushed at their compliments.

"Well, I certainly can't picture you having such a great appetite." Zell commented to Ron in his happy-go-lucky way. "You look a tad skinny to me."

"That's because you're a bottom-less pit yourself." Harry teased. "Hey, we resent that!" exclaimed both Ron and Zell. The whole group burst out in laughter.

"Now, Harry informed us that all of you expressed the desire to help him in his fight and we have agreed to train you." Squall stated after a few minutes of getting acquainted with each other.

"We have determined all of your skills and potentials and already have delegated the tasks among ourselves." Godric added. He already scanned their auras when they entered the chamber. "I will all give you advanced training in magic but you will be divided among the others for training in your specializations. Hermione, your mentor will be Quistis, she can bring the most out of the potential of your intellect and will teach everything you know. Ron, your mentor will be Zell, and teach you various martial arts. Plus, we know you're a good tactician so Quistis will give you additional lessons. Ginny, your mentor will be Selphie, I can see you two have already hit it off, I sensed great potential in you with supportive magic and she will be the best one to teach you."

"As for you, Fleur, I will be your mentor." Rinoa piped in. "I sensed dormant sorcery in you and you possess the same bond with Harry that I have with Squall."

"All of us will then help you with summoning GFs and strengthening your minds. Before, using GFs causes memory loss as a side effect but we have found a way to avoid it by sharing the load on your minds with others, it also raises the ability and potency of the GFs powers." Squall explained. "Irvine will then teach you all marksmanship to greatly improve your wand aim."

Everyone nodded enthusiastically. "Now guys, meet the GFs." Harry summoned all of them and they appeared before them. Shiva, Quezacotl, Ifrit, Carbuncle, Siren Pandemona, Doom Train, and Griever surrounded them. They looked at them in awe.

/As allies of our master, we extend our allegiance to all of you/ Shiva informed them as agreed by the others. /I also offer my assistance however I am sworn as guardian to the Leonhart bloodline thus I may only junction myself to my young master/ Griever replied. /There are more of us but our brother's will present themselves in due time/ Siren piped in.

"We understand and are grateful to each of you." Fleur spoke up and everyone nodded.

"Alright, then, shall we begin?" Squall asked with a smirk.

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They gathered once more on the vast plain in Winhill as they completed the final day of training. "We are proud of each one of you." Squall started. All of the mentors are lined up in a formal fashion with squall and Rinoa at the center. "You have performed beyond our expectations and are happy to consider you equals."

He stepped forward to each of them, taking something out of a rectangular velvet box, then pinning them at the upper left side of their clothing near their hearts. They look at it and saw the metallic Balamb Garden logo. "Congratulations, you are the first SeeDs of your world." Squall finished.

Everyone cheered and applauded at them. Formalities aside, their mentors approached them and presented them with a gift. Fleur received the Shooting Star, Ron got a pair of Ergheiz gloves, Hermione was handed a Save the Queen, and Ginny was bestowed with a Strange Vision. They now wielded the same weapons as their mentors. With one last hug, they said good-bye and were returned home amidst more cheer and last minute advice.

The group returned to the chamber the same day. Only about an hour has passed since they were gone but they have spent a very productive year in the other dimension.

"Thank you so much, Harry, for giving us this opportunity. Blimey, we may not be as good as you due to your bloodline limit but now we can be helpful." Ron told him with high spirit.

"Yes, beloved. Thank you for trusting us." Fleur added with the same enthusiasm. Becoming a sorceress suited her greatly.

"This is really great Harry. Thank you but will you still consider teaching others?" Hermione asked tentatively. "I mean it's great that there are now five of us but we can't let the others face overwhelming odds unprepared.

"She's right, you know," entered Ginny. "We just can't let them face certain doom. Especially with the way Umbridge is handling DADA, she's leading all the students to certain death when Voldemort steps up his attacks."

Harry sighed. "You all have a point. Alright, let's proceed first with that Hogsmeade meeting. We certainly can't train too many people without alerting Umbridge. I also just can't bring other people to the other dimension, they don't share the special bond we have. There is also the issue of where we are going to hold the training. It can't be held here, this place will have to remain a secret among us, plus it will be our last refuge if worse comes to worse. It also gives us an advantage over Voldemort."

They already knew about the Ragnarok as Selphie trained them all in flying it. He led them to the hangar and showed them the rest of the technology they can use against Voldemort.

"I see what you mean." Hermione contemplated. "Well, we'll think about something when we go to Hogsmeade."

They made their way back inside. Ron, Hermione, and Ginny said good night and went to their bedrooms. "Lets go beloved. We had a long day and rest will be good."

"Er… right." Harry gulped as he led her to the masters' bedroom that they will be sharing.

"What are you nervous for, beloved?" Fleur teased as she sat down at the edge of the bed and smiled seductively at him. "We already shared a bed back in Grimmauld Place." She teased then patted the space on the bed beside her.

"Oh, I'm not nervous about anything. This just feels differently than when we were back in Grimmauld Place," he responded as he sat beside her.

"It is different. We had grown closer in a short time and our bond have become stronger," she whispered while caressing his face.

"I know, love. I felt more strongly attached to you than ever. I love you so much." Harry gasped and kissed her passionately. "I love you too, beloved" Fleur kissed back with fervor. They spent the night in tender explorations and soft caresses. They completely succumbed to their passion, submerging in pure ecstasy and fulfillment as they become one with each other.

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A/N: Another chapter done. Hope you all like it. I didn't elaborate much on the love scene since I don't intend on making this fic a lemon. Anyway, I need HELP! I'm having difficulties in thinking of suitable battle outfits for the rest of the guys. I gladly accept any suggestion.

To Shinigami's Shadow: Will the FF8 gang make an appearance in Hogwarts? Wait for further chapters. Hehehe. Sorry for the teaser, I'm still not sure yet if I will have them make an appearance or not. Keep on reviewing.

To Sky05: Yup, the Ragnarok is the same on the game complete with weapons and they will use it too, once I complete the scene in my mind. I don't exactly have a draft for this fic, I'm writing each chapter from scratch. Hmmm, Cloud's bike… Cool idea, I'll seriously consider it. Thanks for the review.

To Yenom: Harry's physically and magically strong so he puts up with Umbridge for now. I don't want to write him killing her in cold blood, that's just not how Harry is. Yeah, I don't get it either but I had to use some of the situation in the book. She will get what she deserves soon. Thanks for the review.

To gaul1, Blue Werewolf Boy, insanechildfic: Thanks for your reviews.

To Jarno: Thanks for the review. I don't really speak French but had to throw in some words in the beginning since Fleur isn't good in English yet. The translator I used was not that reliable.

To Chris C: Thanks for the review. I can't really have an heir of Ravenclaw here since Godric married her in this fic. That would make the heir kinda a distant relative or something. I am however thinking of writing another fic with that kind of pairing.

To bandgsecurtiyaw: Thanks for the review. Glad you liked all the chapters.

To athenakitty: He's a bit jumpy because of Moody and Squall rub off on him a bit too that's why he takes the possibility of a battle dead serious. Yeah, he'll get rid of madam blacks painting together with kreacher eventually.