Summery: Sirius Black escaped from Azkaban when Harry was five years old. They lived hidden from the wizarding world. Now Harry is fifteen.

On the Run

Chapter Ten

Decisions

Sirius sighed as he closed the door to his godson's room. They'd been talking all day about the possible outcomes of each decision. It was late night by the time they'd reached a final decision. Sirius had just gotten Harry to eat something and gotten him to sleep. He knew Harry was terribly worried about what would happen. Truth be told, he was just as worried. Not so much for himself. He was worried about what would happen to Harry.

Entering his room Sirius quickly changed into his night clothes and turned off the lights. Getting into bed he expected to fall asleep right away because of how tired he was. But his mind was too restless to allow him to fall asleep.

He kept thinking about the next day's events.

Sirius and Harry had talked out everything they could think of. They talked about the possible out comes of each of the decisions they made.

In the end, they decided Sirius would turn himself in.

Sirius was free of the murder charges. And free of his sentence of a life time in Azkaban. Now, the only charge on him was the kidnapping of his godson. But he was fairly certain he could get out of that charge. Or at least get the ministry to place Harry somewhere where he would be safe, and happy. The time he'd already served in Azkaban for crimes he had not committed would be used as 'time served' for any time he may have to serve later. So he'd only be in Azkaban for maybe six months if he were arrested for taking Harry. And he could live through that. Afterwards, though, would he get Harry back? Would the ministry place Harry in his custody after being in Azkaban for his kidnapping? The ministry could not claim he'd hurt Harry. Harry was clearly very healthy, and well taken care of, and happy. That would have to work in his favor to get Harry into his custody.

It was a long time before Sirius finally fell asleep.

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The next morning Sirius woke up very early. The sun was just making an appearance. He quickly dressed and called Harry's school telling them Harry would not be coming for the week. He knew it was pointless for Harry to go since he wouldn't be able to concentrate.

Entering Harry's room he saw that Harry was still asleep. Slowly, so he didn't make too much noise, he closed the door and went into the kitchen. He needed to write a note to tell Harry where he was in case Harry woke up while he was gone. He needed to go get some things for Harry to occupy himself while he was in the Wizarding world. He needed to tell one of the neighbors he would be gone for a while and needed someone to make sure Harry was okay. He needed to pick up some food for Harry as well.

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Harry was still asleep when Sirius returned to their house. Sirius put the food he'd gotten away, and placed the movies and book's he'd gotten for Harry on the counter. Now all he needed to do was ask a neighbor to look after Harry if he needed it.

Next door there was an elderly couple they'd met when they had first moved here. Harry often went over there to help them if they needed it.

Walking up the sidewalk to their house, Sirius passed a mail box that said 'Wilson.' Rose and Sunny Wilson lived here. They were very kind people, often bringing over baked goods.

Knocking on the door Sirius waited for an answer. A moment later a woman with grey hair and wearing pants and a t-shirt answered. She smiled as she saw Sirius.

"Good morning Mrs. Wilson." Sirius greeted smiling.

"Good morning, Sirius." She gently pulled him into her house. "I don't think I've ever seen you up this early. You usually sleep the morning away."

Sirius grinned. "I have some stuff to take care of that couldn't wait. Otherwise your probably right. I would be asleep."

"And what brings you here this early in the morning?" Rose asked still smiling.

"Actually, I needed to ask for a favor." Sirius sighed and sat down on a chair in the Wilson's kitchen. "I need to head back home for a while, and I am unable to take Harry. I know he can take care of himself, but I was wondering if you could keep an eye on him for me?"

"Sure. We would be happy to. He's a great kid."

"Yes, he is. Thank you." Sirius said smiling. It made him feel a lot better to know someone would look out for Harry.

"How would we get a hold of you if Harry needs anything?" Rose asked.

"Harry knows how to get a hold of me."

"Is the trip for anything serious?"

Sirius sighed. He hated to lie to her. "No, its just some business."

"Okay. Well, I hope you have a nice trip."

"Thank you." Sirius said as he stood up. "And thank you for agreeing to keep an eye out on Harry. That makes me feel a lot better."

"It's no problem. He's welcome over here any time. Be sure to tell him."

"I will. Thanks again." Sirius said as they walked to the front door. "Tell your husband I said hello, and thank him for me."

"I will. Good luck."

Sirius smiled as she closed the door. He felt a whole lot better about leaving Harry now that he knew Harry had someone to go to if he got into trouble.

Entering his own house he smiled as he saw Harry sitting at the kitchen counter with a bowl of Fruit Loops in front of him. Harry's hair was all over. He was still dressed in his pajamas.

"Hey, Kiddo." Sirius said as he brought an arm around Harry pulling him into a hug. "Did you sleep well?" Sirius asked noticing that Harry still looked a little tired.

"Good morning, Siri. And I slept fine."

"You still look tired." Sirius said still looking Harry over.

"I'm fine." Harry said rolling his eyes exasperatedly. "Have you finished everything you had to do?" Harry asked referring to the note Sirius had left.

"Yes. I just finished speaking with Mrs. Wilson. She agreed to look after you. If you need anything tell her."

"Okay. When are you leaving?"

Sirius looked at the clock. "In about an hour. I'm going to go to Hogwarts to speak with Dumbledore."

"Why are you going so early?"

"Because I don't want any of the kids to be up when I get there."

Harry nodded.

The rest of the hour went quickly. Sirius wasn't taking much with him. He left an emergency portkey for Harry to Dumbledore's office just in case.

Sirius and Harry stood at the doorway. Sirius really didn't want to leave his godson. They'd never been apart for long since Harry had been living with him. He trusted Harry. He knew Harry was able to take care of himself. But he still didn't want to leave him.

"I called the school. You don't have to go this week okay?"

Harry nodded. "Will you be back by then?"

"I don't know. I'll have at least contacted you by then."

Harry again nodded.

"I Love you, Harry."

Harry smiled. "I love you too. Be careful."

Sirius nodded and pulled Harry into a hug and kissed the top of his head.

"I'll see you soon."

Sirius didn't apparate often anymore. It had been a long time since he'd last apparated. But he still knew how to do it. A moment later he disappeared with a loud 'CRACK!'

Looking around, Sirius could see that he was at Hogwarts gates. 'Well, best get this over with.'

Entering the school Sirius noticed it was eerily quiet. It hadn't changed much either. The same paintings were still in the same place as he remembered them. He knew the rout to the Headmasters office from his many trips there as a student. He was constantly in trouble for a prank he'd pulled or a fight he'd gotten into. It didn't take him long to reach the Headmasters office.

End of Chapter Ten

A/N: Yeah! A slightly longer chapter! I hope you all are enjoying the story so far! Please review! Thank you for reading!