Chapter 7: Cherbourg and Fleur Delacour

Asytanax went straight through Gaul, being the quickest route to Cherbourg on foot. He went around Paris, not wishing to enter the city, and finally arrived at Cherbourg (just before the beginning of Harry Potter's 6th year) about 6 months after his departure from Illyria.

His mind constantly trouble him during the last stage of the journey. How did the Dark Lord get his hands on Orcs? Who was the Dark Lord anyway? Even though the Dark Lord had spoken to him, he did not see him or even know his name.

He went to the Post Office according to Apollo's instructions. Asytanax was fluent in almost every language (not too much else to do over 3000 years) and French was one of the easier ones so it did not take much to find it. It had been nearly 50 years since he was last here and it had changed so much mainly due to the destruction of World War II, in which he was involved.

He waited outside the Post Office trusting that the gods would have some way. Suddenly a gust of wind came down the street. People were holding onto their hats, coats and various other things so they won't blow away.

"Oh no!" someone shouted from down the street. A piece of paper came flying from that direction and Asytanax caught it. It was a 100 Franc bill (they didn't use Euro yet).

A young woman, about 18 or so, coming running after it.

"Did you lose this, miss?" Asytanax asked her.

"Oh yes. Thank you so much." She said in a strong French accent as he gave it back to her. This woman was very beautiful, yet she looked somewhat familiar.

"Have we met before?" He asked her. "You look somewhat familiar, but I can't place it."

"I don't believe we have, Monsieur. My name is Fleur Delacour."

"I see. Look. My name is Alexander Troy (a clever play on his name) and I need help. I am trying to get in contact with Albus Dumbledore but I have been unable to do so. Do you know him or know where I might find him?"

"So, you know about the Wizarding World. Well, I don't know him that much but I have met him and I know a family who may be able to help you find him. I am engaged to be married to Bill Weasley. Do you know them?"

"Not personally but I would appreciate it if you could take me there. I desperately need to speak to Dumbledore."

"Ok then. Come with me. I was just on my way there to spend time with the family."

Fleur and Asytanax traveled into the countryside, having much conversation along the way, until they reached a secluded spot.

"Hold on to my robe. Have you ever disapparated before?" Fleur asked him.

"Twice." He replied. "Not very comfortable but convenient."

"Well, here we go."

They disappeared from that spot in France and reappeared outside the Burrow in Britain.

Author's Note: I understand this was short, but I am glad the initial journey is over. Now the story title comes into play with Harry Potter, Albus Dumbledore, etc. Enjoy.