Disclaimer: Everyone you don't recognize I own and everyone you do know belongs to J.K. Rowling…here's chapter 3…enjoy!
Crystal Haze: I'm glad you find it so intriguing and Christian Deleon is Ada and Alex's uncle from their mother's side…a very shady figure. You'll find out more in this chapter. And more Sirius in this chapter too! Hope you like it!
Chapter 3: Friendships and Rivalries.
Ada made an effort to get off her seat quickly at the mention of her uncles' name, but ended up banging her head with the top of the carriage instead. That was sure to leave a mark. Rubbing her head, she turned towards her brother once more.
"Are you sure? Is that Possible? Our own Family?"
"Mother disowned herself from the family Ada. That's why she was murdered. I couldn't believe it when I found out either." Alex growled, his hand curling into a fist. Was it possible that a brother could kill his sister for falling in love with the wrong man? Ada could sense the anger inside her brother, his desire for revenge growing stronger every second. Their mother didn't deserve what had happened to her.
There was brief silence in which neither spoke a word, both contemplating the situation they were in. Alexander continued to look out the window in the carriage, letting his sister take in the information she had just received. She had her face in her hands, no doubt trying to block out the memory of what they saw that night. Taking a deep breath, Ada turned towards her brother.
"What are we going to do?"
"We gain entrance back into the family; we attack him from the inside." Alexander had obviously thought out the plan very carefully.
"You mean, Suck up to him? After what he did?" She refused to ever speak to the man that destroyed her family, much less even try to gain entrance back into that house. "You're crazy Alexander."
"Just hear me out alright! Christian DeLeon has no heir to the family fortune. Wouldn't he rather leave the fortune within the family? We can gain his respect, maybe even his love. The old man would never expect us to kill him in the end. Besides," he continued "Just imagine the connections that our dear uncle must have. With him we can find the other two."
"What makes you think that Uncle Christian will take us back into the family when we've never even met him?" It was too risky. Besides, if rumors were true, Christian DeLeon was not particularly known for his kind nature.
"Just leave it to me. I've been planning this for awhile now. All we have to is make him think that mum and dad were wrong. That we think he's right. He'll take us in, I know it." Ada shook her head in disbelief. She was beginning to have second thoughts about all of this. But then Alex mentioned the one thing that would make Ada relent and agree to this task.
"We can leave the orphanage Ada, that's all you've ever dreamt about. You can have anything your heart's ever desired. Even a home." Nodding, she finally agreed.
The rest of the ride continued in silence as they made their way towards Hogwarts. Both felt a sense of tranquility at the fact that they were finally going to the only home they'd ever known. But that might all change soon. If Alexander was right, they would only have to do this for a short time, and then they'd be free...free to look for the next man. But someday this would all end and they would be free to create the lives they've always wanted.
"Don't worry about anything just yet. Just go in there and have fun with your friends. I promised Rowan I'd meet up with him. See you later!" Alex ran towards his table, meeting up with his friends.
Ada walked towards her table in the great hall, looking for a seat close to Lily and Claire. Her heart a great deal heavier over what she had just heard. She honestly did feel guilty about keeping things from Claire and Lily. But what would they say? After they murdered Christian DeLeon, would they even care about her anymore? But there was no choice, it had to be done.
"Ada! Over here we saved you a seat!" Lily yelled over the left side of the table. "Sorry I left you alone with Potter; it's just that I…forget it."
"I'll admit he can be an idiot sometimes but he's actually a nice guy."
"I don't know about you Ada but I think Lily likes James." Claire added "She's been talking about him all night." The comment amused everyone except Lily.
"You're delusional Claire. Mark my words; I'll never date James Potter."
"He really seems to like you Lily." Ada would have no problem with James and Lily dating. They'd look cute together, not to mention that they were more compatible than Lily believed.
"He's too immature. Not to mention arrogant. I want a good person, whose kind, responsible and has significant goals in life. As for Potter, it seems that his goal in life is to make other people miserable." Lily finished her argument with a look stating that the conversation was over.
As the night carried on, Ada's thoughts continued to drift towards her conversation with Alexander without interruptions. Lily and Claire did most of the talking over dinner, which allowed her to pretend she was paying attention and nod when it was most appropriate.
"Did you see S'rendi walk by us? What an absolute cow! I …Oh, Sirius, what brings you around here?" Claire gave her most dazzling smile to the boy that was standing next to Ada. Sirius simply rolled his eyes at Claire.
"Actually I'm here to talk to Ada." He replied, taking the seat next to her.
"Sure. No problem." Claire frowned, turning her attention towards Lily once more.
"What brings you over here?" Ada asked confused as to why Sirius would come out of his way to talk to her. Sure they got along fine, but they weren't the type of friends that were always together. Despite the fact that they were very popular, all four of the boys had their own tight knit group. They were never really up to admitting new people into their group. Also, where one of the boys went, the others usually followed.
"You're not mad over what happened back at the train are you?"
"No. Why would I get mad over that? Besides you should've seen my brother's face! He probably thinks I sneak around doing naughty things with you and James." She laughed, feeling better. Sirius let out his usual laugh. It was good to hear Ada acting like her old self since she was never the type to mope around. That was what worried Sirius. While observing his friend over from the far side of the table he noticed that she carried the same lost and confused expression on her face that James held after every encounter with Lily Evans.
"Well you might as well tell your brother that our intentions with you are completely dishonest. I might just even steal you away someday." Ada playfully slapped him on the shoulder.
"Stop teasing me you prat. You know those jokes don't work on me."
"Besides, I'd have all your admirers after me. Not to mention, Claire Maynard." She added, softly. Making sure her friend didn't hear her.
"I'm sure you could hold your own against them all." He replied, leaning on the table. "But that's not what I'm here for here for." Sirius added, quickly correcting himself.
"What is it then?"
"James wanted me to tell you to stay behind after the feast is over. We're trying out a little something we discovered over the summer."
"Using it on Snivellus am I right?"
"Snivellus is always our guest of honor. Are you really alright Ada? You don't look too good."
"I'm fine…honest."
Sirius apparently satisfied with her answer made his way towards James, Remus and Peter who were huddled together, obviously planning something. As he went back to his side of table Ada's thoughts drifted back to her mother and father.
Everyone said that John Kensington was a hero, one of the first to speak out against You Know Who. But he left them. He preferred to risk his life for a useless cause than to save his children. She felt abandoned and angry. It was because of him that she had no family now. Living in an orphanage, where she had no love of a family. But if she was so angry at him, why did she feel as if her heart was torn in two? Ada was completely confused as to what she should feel towards her father.
The only mistake that her mother ever made was to follow her heart. She fell in love with a man her family objected to. Why did she have to pay with her life for the simple fact of falling in love? Following her heart was not an option that Ada would risk, she'd never be weak. There would be no room for weakness in their plan.
As every student rose from their seats to head towards their houses, Ada remembered her previous discussion with Sirius Black. She grabbed a hold of Claire as Lily walked by them, guiding the first year students out of the great hall. Putting a finger towards lips, so Claire wouldn't say a word, they made sure to stay behind as the rest of the Gryffindors made their way outside.
"What's going on?"
"Sirius and James are going to put on a show for everyone." Claire nodded, understanding her friends need for secrecy. Lily never approved of anything they did for attention, especially when they picked on Severus Snape. As they caught sight of James and Sirius making their way towards Snape, Ada could feel a hint of a smile on her face. After a day like this, she needed some fun even if it was at someone else's expense.
"Have a nice dinner Snivellus?" James laughed as he walked outside the great hall, pushing his way towards Severus Snape. Up until that moment, Snape seemed oblivious to what was about to happen. But he suddenly drew out his wand, ready for whatever James and Sirius were about to do. Even though it wasn't the usual four against one, he was still at a disadvantage. A group began to from around the three boys, anxious to see what was about to happen.
"You wouldn't dare try anything here." Snape replied. His eyes reflecting every bit of hate he felt towards James.
"Oh really? Care to try us? Sirius replied, pointing his wand straight in between Snape's eyes. Ada and the rest of the group present never got to see what happened next as they were interrupted by one of the prefects, who also happened to be Ada's least favorite person in the world, Dayaneria S'rendi.
"Ada, please don't do anything stupid." Claire pleaded. The last time Ada and Dayaneria faced off, it didn't go in her friends favor. If it hadn't been for Sirius, she would have been worse off.
Ada was also remembering the last time they fought. She may have lost before but she was better now. And the last thing she wanted to do was to show S'rendi that she was scared of her. In a matter of seconds, Ada began to make her way into the circle of people watching, despite Claire's protests.
"Potter and Black again? You two never seem to learn your lessons do you?"
"Guess we're a little slow." James replied. Many of the people watching began to leave, the fun was over. A few seconds passed before Sirius lowered his wand slowly, just in case Snape tried to pull something.
"So, what kind of punishment should the both of you get?" Dayaneria continued, smiling at the fact that she gained the upper hand once more. All of the sudden, Ada was standing face to face with her.
"Why don't mind your own business S'rendi?" God she hated this girl! The girls then proceeded to stare each other down.
"Well I can't do that. As you can see I am a school prefect. And as such it is my responsibility to…"
"Yeah I wonder how you became one." Ada interrupted.
"What do you mean by that Kensington?"
"Well you're not exactly the smartest girl I've ever met so…what did you do? Or who did you do? " Many of the people surrounding them laughed at Ada's suggestion. Let's just say that Dayaneria S'rendi didn't have the best of reputations with the opposite sex. Regardless of the fact that it's true or not, it was always fun to help ruin her reputation.
"You act brave now don't you? But I guess you forgot what happened the last time you got in my face. Or maybe you feel a little braver now that you have your three… Oh I'm sorry… two bodyguards." She sneered, looking at Peter Pettigrew, who happened to be standing right behind James.
"I don't need anyone to help me. I've gotten a lot better." Ada growled, looking up at her rival, who was considerably taller than her.
"So have I."
"I'll be Ada's second then." Claire stated, taking her place right beside her friend. She smiled, knowing that her friend would stand by her in case anything happened. Dayaneria then made a motion towards her best friend, Bellatrix Black. Ada noticed Sirius become on edge over the presence of his cousin. She wouldn't be surprised if he jumped in at any minute too.
"Need any help?" She asked, knowing that her presence was making Sirius unhappy. Ada couldn't let things get too bad for her cause if she did Claire was doomed.
"I'm sure I could take them on by myself but I figured you'd like to have some fun with them too."
"Sure. I always love an excuse to pick on my dear cousin's pitiful friends." Bellatrix replied. Ada whipped out her wand. The nerve of that woman! She'd prove the both of them wrong.
"Enough talk then. Let's see who's better!"
But before they could fight once more, James jumped in between them.
"Ladies, please."
"Out of the way Potter!" Both girls yelled ready, to begin their duel. The situation was getting out of hand, as the crowd began to yell and cheer them on. Louder than anyone else, Ada could hear both Claire and Sirius telling her to kill S'rendi. But before any teachers could notice and make their way towards the girls, Alexander made his way into the circle.
"DAYA! DON'T YOU DARE LAY A FINGER ON MY SISTER!" he yelled, pushing his way towards Ada. Although deep down she was a little relieved that her brother showed up. He'd also made a fool out of her in front of the group present. More shocking was the fact that Dayaneria relented so quickly. Puzzled, she lowered her wand quietly, without one single word of protest. And since when did Alex call her Daya?
"Ada I told you to have fun with your friends, not start a war." He whispered, putting both hands on her shoulder, calming her down.
"She's asking for it! I'm not going to let her humiliate me."
"And you shouldn't let her. But you have to be careful. Just keep your distance from her from now on… please."
"Fine. But she has to do the same."
"I'll talk to her then." He smiled making his way towards Dayaneria, not looking the least bit happy with her.
"What did I tell you about this?" She overheard her brother as he and Dayaneria made their way out. That'll teach her. But Daya wouldn't be the one to be outdone. As soon as she caught sight of Ada's smirk she turned towards Alexander, kissing him on the lips.
"SHE'S DEAD!" Claire had to hold her friend back from starting a fight once more.
"NO! That's what she wants!" Ada stopped struggling against her friend, still in disbelief over what she just saw. She had to be doing it on purpose because there was no way that Alex would betray her by dating the enemy. It had to be a lie.
"Don't worry kid. You'll get her back." Sirius replied, putting a hand on her shoulder. She turned towards, him, noticing the irate expression on his face. Ada knew that he understood. That he was sincere. After all, with a cousin like Bellatrix, how could you not?
"Who are you calling kid?" She grinned, looking up at her friend. Sirius was right. Everything would go back to normal and Ada would gain the upper hand someday.
"Hey! If we leave now, we could still get of hold of Snape." Peter said, interrupting the both of them. They turned towards him and James.
"Great idea Peter." James then turned towards the rest of the people still present. If you want to see me tie Snivellus's tongue into a knot follow me!"
Next Chapter: So…why does Ada hate Dayaneria S'rendi? And why does Alex apparently like her? We'll find out next time!