Disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter. Just the plot to this story.

Summary: Harry is attacked in Private Drive. He wakes with no memory. The Dark Lord is very pleased with this new development. Will Harry ever get his memory back?

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Chapter Seven

Alex was finally healed. He didn't tire out so easily any more. He was allowed to do more activity. Matt had re-taught him how to ride a horse, and he found it really enjoyable. Matt went riding with him often. The grounds around the mansion were huge. Alex was shocked at how huge they were. He still hadn't explored them all through. One of the rules Tom had given him were not to leave to property. If he ever had to leave he had to discuss this with him, and then if Tom agreed then he would get somebody to escort him. Alex didn't like the idea of being escorted everywhere, and he voiced this when Tom had asked what he was thinking, and Tom had told him this was for protection. There were many people who wanted to kill Tom. And Tom had also told him that if these people found out about his and Tom's relationship, then they wouldn't hesitate to capture him as well.

In some ways this was true. As far as everyone was concerned he was Alex McKnight. And so far, no one had found out Tom was taking care of him. Those that did find out would find him as a target as well. Weather or not it was to hurt him, Alex didn't know, but he wasn't too interested to take that chance.

At the moment, Alex was on his horse. He was exploring the property. He was in the wooded area. But he hadn't gone far in. He liked it here. There was so much to look for. He loved watching the animals in the forest. He wanted to see what was in here, and planned to come back later when he had more time. It was getting dark outside and he needed to head back to the mansion for dinner.

Slowly he maneuvered his way out of the trees with Hex, his horse. Finally he exited the trees and began to trot to the mansion.

He had been doing well in lessons and really looked forward to most of them. He was getting even further into spells which he enjoyed. Matt said he was almost caught up to where he was before the accident.

Finally the mansion came into view and he made his way around to the barn. Once inside, he climbed off Hex and began to take the riding equipment off of Hex. When he was finished he led Hex to his stall. Patting the horse he told him he'd see him later and ran up to the mansion.

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Lord Voldemort was already seated when Harry came rushing in. He smiled as the boy came closer, still a little out of breath.

"Did you run all the way here, Alex?" He asked smirking a little.

"Yes. I lost track of the time. Sorry." Alex apologized.

Tom nodded. "Sit down, and eat."

After Harry was seated the food appeared.

"Mathew says you are doing well in your studies." Tom stated looking at the boy. Alex looked up and smiled.

"We've been working on a lot more here lately." Harry informed Tom. "Matt says I'm almost caught up to where I was."

Tom nodded. "I am very happy to hear that."

The next few minutes passed in silence and Tom noticed Alex was stewing over something.

"What is on your mind, Alex?" Tom asked frowning.

Alex looked up and hesitated for a moment.

"Umm… I was wondering. Am I going to go to a boarding school or continue tutoring here?"

Tom thought a moment. "Do you not like it here?" He asked teasing the boy.

"No, its not that." Alex answered.

Tom sighed. "It remains to be seen. Which do you prefer?"

Alex thought a moment. "I'd like to try going to boarding school."

Tom nodded. "We'll see. I'll inform you once something is decided."

Alex nodded and supper resumed with small talk. Mostly about what Alex had been up to that day. And about his lessons with Matt.

Well, looks like I may have to come up with some other plan. Tom thought as he watched Alex leave the room. If he does happen to go to Hogwarts, it would have been useful to have him give me information on Dumbledore. But… do I really want him spying for me? I must really be getting soft. Well, at least only a select few see it. I can still see the same boy I have fought over the years, but then again, a different boy. He seems more care-free at the moment. I wonder why that is.

End of Chapter Seven

A/N: I hope you all like the new chapter. My computer says I have 47kb so far in this story! (I have 95kb now since I wrote this. Yeah!)

Next Chapter: Alex sees something that shocks him about Tom. What will it be?