(Hogwarts: Snape's office)
"I saw what you did at dinner, Mr. Potter. What I want to know is why?" Drawled Snape as again he and Harry were in Snape's office
"I told Terry about the egg; he said she might be able to help. She said if I got her some pudding then she would help. I talked to her after dinner, she said she would look at it tomorrow" Shared Harry
"And how pray-tell did you get the pudding to appear?" asked Snape
"I asked a house elf to deliver it, along with the letter" Shared Harry
"That is smart. Now what did the sorting hat really tell you? I saw your face, and know you were lying when you told the headmaster what the hat said" Conceded Snape
"I asked why Slytherin, it said that I had many traits of the house" Started Harry as become uncomfortable
"There is nothing wrong with that, I thought we went over this Potter" Sneered Snape
"It is not that … the hat said it didn't know how much of that was because … of an extra piece of a soul in my scar" admitted Harry lowly as Snape was truly shocked
"Did it say whose?" demanded Snape
"No, but it would have to be Voldemort's if I had to guess" admitted Harry
"Don't say his name" Snapped Snape
"Sorry" admitted Harry
"I will be looking into the splitting of the soul. We will have to tell the headmaster" Informed Snape
"Then wouldn't he know that you have been helping me?" asked Harry
"We will cross that bridge when we get there, it needs to be removed" Stated Snape
"Hopefully the visions will end" admitted Harry
"What Visions?" demanded Snape
"I ... uh been having visions about … you-know-who. I told Dumbledore" Replied Harry
"Then it shall be removed as soon as possible, lest the Dark Lord use it against you should he discover it" admitted Snape
"Yeah, when I was talking to the House elf, I asked him if he saw anything strange the night of the selection. He didn't see anything, but he said he would ask around" admitted Harry
"An actually good idea" Praised Snape
"Have … Have you noticed that Barty Crouch has been spending a lot of time at Hogwarts?" asked Harry
"I have not, but I do not keep tracking of all the guests. Why do you ask?" asked Snape
"I see … never mind" Stated Harry
"Potter, tell me "Demanded Snape as Harry sighed and took out the marauders map
"You wouldn't take this will you?" asked Harry
"I knew you somehow got that back" Sneered Snape
"You know about this?" asked Harry
"I saw it last year, in Lupin's office." Shared Snape
"I solemnly swear that I am up to no good" Stated Harry as he put his wand up to the map, as it opened
"I see Barty Crouch in the office with Alastor Moody" shared Harry as Snape looked at the map
"Perhaps you should message Black and ask if the map distinguished between people with the same name" Suggested Snape with a slight sneer when he said Black
"Why?" asked Harry confused
"Barty Crouch has a son named Barty Crouch Jr, who was a convicted death eater. He died in Azkaban, but it calls things into question. Especially since my stores are being raided." Drawled Snape
"Moody is taking sips of that flask … what was it that Terry said? …. Every hour on the clock ... Polyjuice potion" Exclaimed Harry
"That is a good theory, how do you know about Polyjuice potion? That is a NEWT potion" Questioned Snape as he glared at Potter
"I shouldn't say" Stated Potter as he looked away
"You will tell me, eventually." Stated Snape
"Now, the meeting with the Greengrass's is set for Sunday. Have you read through the book I sent?" Asked Snape
"One chapter left; you did say that they would want a deal with me?" Asked Harry
"I did. One problem is that you have no one that can sign such a deal for you." Admitted Snape
"Then why are we meeting with them?" asked Harry
"Because Lord Greengrass will not give up, after finding a cure. I don't know who your Magical Guardian is for House Potter, but I know it is not me" admitted Snape
"Would I have inherited any other houses? You did say that you didn't know who my magical guardian is for House Potter" admitted Harry
"I did not think of the case of you inheriting any other houses." Admitted Snape with a frown
"Wasn't Sirius the heir of House Black? Would he have left it to me?" asked Harry
"Black was the heir, as for leaving it you. I do not know, there is a way for me to find out. I shall need to take a visit somewhere to confirm. We will have another meeting tomorrow night, there is something else I want to discuss" Stated Snape
"Alright" Stated Harry
(12 Grimmauld Place)
Severus Apparated to a familiar place, having visited it in the past when visiting another death eater that was long since dead. This friend had told him about the Black Family Tapestry that recorded the family as well as the Heir and current Lord. He had heard from Dumbledore that Black was staying here with Lupin, and Dumbledore was still having him prepare the Wolfsbane potion. Snape had a way in and could find the Tapestry. He approached the door and knocked.
"Snape" stated Remus as he answered the door
"Lupin, may I come in" Asked Snape
"Of course." Stated Remus as he moved out of the way allowing Snape to enter the house
"Who is here … Snivellus" Stated Sirius with a slight sneer
"Black" returned Severus
"What are you doing here?" demanded Sirius
"I was bringing Lupin's potion" Stated Severus as he pulled out the potion
"Good, now get lost" Stated Sirius
"Thank you" Stated Remus as he took the potion
"I was wondering if I might use your library, there is some research that I need to do. The Black Library would have the best books on the matter" Admitted Severus
"And what would that be?" asked Remus politely
"The dark arts" Replied Severus as Sirius scowled
"No, now go away" Stated Sirius
"Sirius, he is brewing the potion for me. At least let him do some research, he can leave the tomes here" Stated Remus
"Fine, but I will be having Kreacher watch you. You better not take anything" Stated Sirius
"You are so generous" Retorted Snape
"Kreacher, take Snape to the library and do not let him take anything" Ordered Sirius as Kreacher appeared
"Kreacher be listening to blood traitor master" Stated Kreacher as he started walking and Snape followed him, before making sure he was far enough away
"I take it you do not like your master" Stated Severus
"Master is a blood traitor and broke mistress's heart" admitted Kreacher as he turned to Severus
"Does your master have an Heir?" asked Severus
"Blood traitor master has no heir" Denied Kreacher
"Why don't you check the tapestry to confirm it" Stated Severus, knowing that the elf couldn't check or even enter the room with the tapestry
"Kreacher cannot be entering the room" admitted Kreacher
"Well, I can enter the room and check and tell you." Stated Severus
"Mister Snape be promising to tell me if blood traitor has an heir?" asked Kreacher
"Of course." Promised Severus
"The Tapestry is this way" Stated Kreacher as he led Severus to a different room and stood outside as Snape entered, and saw the room was a mess, he did indeed see the Black Family Tapestry before studying it before seeing Sirius and seeing no heir, he move over towards the Malfoy and Draco's name was not selected as the heir, he look at a distant part of the branch and saw Potter's name and the heir symbol was underneath it. He turned towards the door and left the room and Kreacher lead him to the library before turning to him
"Does blood traitor master have an heir?" demanded Kreacher
"He does, the Heir is Harry James Potter. He is 14 and attending Hogwarts and was sorted into Ravenclaw." Revealed Severus
"So Kreacher not be having to serve blood traitor master?" asked Kreacher
"Heir Black is at Hogwarts, and you cannot serve him from here. I think he would like the house to be cleaned should he decide to visit over the summer. As for your other master, maybe you should serve him until the Heir comes and not let him know that the Heir is coming" Stated Severus carefully, not wanting Kreacher to do anything to get Black killed, even thought he might want it, or anyone to discover their plans
"Will you convince Heir to visit?" asked Kreacher
"I shall return in an April and if the house is acceptable then I will talk to him" Stated Severus
"Kreacher shall start cleaning right away" Stated Kreacher as he departed as Snape looked through the library
(Hogwarts: Hallway – next day)
Harry was walking out of Defense with Terry after being carefully around Moody and was going to return to the common room to have Luna take a look at the egg.
"Potter" called out a voice as Harry turned with his wand up his sleeve as he and Terry turned around, as he saw who was calling him, half expecting to be Malfoy who had yet to confront him, but he knew it was coming at some point.
"Weasley" Returned Harry
"I always knew that you weren't a true Gryffindor" Hissed Ron
"I did face down a dragon, and there are rumors of me slaying a Basilisk. I must say that is pretty brave don't you think" admitted Harry as he turned to Terry
"I think so, especially since the Basilisk was rumored to be sixty feet tall" Replied Terry
"I knew you were a dark wizard and a liar, after you put your name out of the goblet and are cheating in the tournament" Accused Ron
"Make as many accusations as you want, Weasley. I don't care" Stated Harry
"Go ahead be a Slytherin in disguise then" Sneered Ron
"There is nothing wrong with ambitious, I know you aren't" Remarked Harry as Ron turned red and attempted to cast a spell at Harry, but a voice called out before he could
"What is going on here?" Demanded Professor Flitwick
"Weasley stopped Harry and said that Harry was not a true Gryffindor. Harry replied by saying that he faced down a dragon and which time Weasley claimed that Harry was a dark wizard and a liar as well as a cheater and a Slytherin in disguise. And was attempting to cast a spell at Harry" Explained Terry
"Is this true, Mr. Potter and Weasley?" asked Flitwick
"Yes, Professor" Stated Harry
"No, Professor" Grounded out Ron
"Professor, I heard the whole thing. What Boot was mostly correct, Potter did say that there was nothing wrong with ambition and did claim that Weasley didn't have any" Stated a blonde haired Slytherin Witch
"I see, thank you Ms. Greengrass. Ten points from Gryffindor for attempting to cast a spell at another student with the intent to cause harm and detention with Filch tomorrow tonight. Now move along Mr. Weasley" Ordered Flitwick as Ron sulked away
"I think a shield would have been useful Mr. Potter" Stated Flitwick
"I was prepared to cast one, professor" admitted Harry
"I shall leave you to it then" Stated Flitwick as he departed as Harry turned to Daphne who was still standing there
"Thank you, Heiress Greengrass, for your assistance" Stated Harry
"You are quiet welcome, Heir Potter. I was pleasantly surprised to see you defend Slytherins" Stated Daphne
"I got over my Gryffindor's grudge" admitted Harry
"I think you resorting has helped you" admitted Daphne
"I think it has" Stated Harry as Daphne nodded before departing
"Thanks for your help" Stated Harry
"You don't need to thank me; friends look after one another right" Stated Terry
"They should" Stated Harry