Harry slowly stood up and walked across the kitchen and came to the door. Harry stopped and turned back to Tristan who seemed to be extremely nervous. Harry pushed the door open and walked out into the living room. Harry glanced around the room and saw the still somewhat depressing looking interior. On the couch in the corner of the room by the fire place He saw to of the closest friends he has from Hogwarts. Hermione and Ginny talking animatedly about something he probably didn't want to know. Not to far from them Harry noticed That Ron and Neville were in the middle of a very deep wizard chess game. The two players were watching each other with anticipation for the next person to make their move.
Harry Smiled inwardly and said under his breath, "This is how people should be able to live…No fear to control them…" Harry felt himself become a little more resolved to defeat Voldemort. Harry turned to go up the stairs to find Luna. Harry took one more quick glance at his House mates and added as an after thought. "I will defeat him for them… for Sarriaha…for the order…for the rest of the world…and mostly for Luna." Harry started up the stairs and made mental note to himself to remove the house elf heads. The painting of Mrs. Black was silent for the moment but Harry also wanted to remove that vile painting as well.
When Harry reached the upstairs landing he was flooded by painful memories of this house and its former occupants. Harry put up a mental shield and ejected the invading memories from his thoughts. As he made his way down the hallway past his room and the room that belonged to his godfather Sirius He heard a soothing lullaby floating from the room right after his.
Harry stopped in the open door way and saw how well Molly and the other women transfigured the room into a nursery. The room was no longer dark and drab as the walls were a mix of maroon and blue with silver and gold trim. The furniture was a warm and welcoming and the floor was a soft cream carpeting. Luna was sitting in a rocking chair next to the crib and was leaning over the edge. She was gently caressing Sarriaha's head while she continued to sing her gentle lullaby.
"Sleep little one peacefully, Lay down your head.
Dream of a dream so it may come true.
I will be here beside you through the night.
Let the wind rock you into a deep sleep.
Bird sing and the animals wait for you to wake,
My little princess of the woods we wait."
Harry watched her and tears crept into his eyes but wiped them away. Harry stepped into the room before Luna looked up, saw him and smiled before turning back to Sarriaha. Harry walked quietly over to her before he knelt next to her and kissed her on the side of her neck lovingly. She giggled slightly and Looked at Harry in the eyes when she asked in whisper, "Harry how many kids do you want?" Harry blushed and stuttered, "I don't know…Four…That sounds about right." Luna smiled brightly and stated "That's how many I want…" Harry blushed even harder his face only a shade or two from The Weasleys hair color. Luna then glanced at Sarriaha and asked "do you think our kids will be as cute as Sarriaha?" Harry's eyes went wide and his jaw hung open shocked. Luna saw the look on his face and saw his face get even more red if that's at all possible. Luna chuckle quietly and kissed Harry on the cheek. Harry was in total shock.
Harry then remembered why he had come upstairs in the first place. Harry Gazed into Luna's eyes and asked "Luna…Why didn't you ever tell me you have brother?" Luna's eyes went wide and tears instantly came to those large gray orbs of hers. Luna struggled to make her voice work as he barely choked, "How do you know about him?" Harry moved to take her hands in his when she moved quickly as if she was suddenly afraid to have Harry touch her. Harry looked slightly hurt and Luna allowed him to take her hands and said "I think you should follow me…" Luna was obviously confused, scared and was trying to use her Ravenclaw intellect to understand what was going on. Harry had led her out of the room by her hand and was walking down the stairs when the four Gryffindor's notice Harry was pulling Luna towards the kitchen.
Hermione asked the couple "Harry what's going on?" Harry glanced at her but said nothing. When they reached the door to the Kitchen Harry stopped and turned to face her. Harry smiled and said "I'm here for you…" Luna seemed perplexed for moment before glancing between the door and Harry. Luna tilted her head and said "Harry…" she pushed past him and entered the kitchen.
When she saw the man she swayed slightly but caught her sense of Balance. She walked towards him and looked into his eyes and his hair but then stepped back and asked "If you are Tristan then how did you get the scar on your Right knee?" Harry was surprised by this but said nothing as he took a seat by Lupin. The man smiled s if remembering a fond memory. He then stated calmly, "I got the scar on my knee when you and I went on a search for the rare 'Rygamuffin'. We were in the moon lily valley back in Otterly Saint Catchpole When we were climbing a rock wall to the bottom of the gorge. You started to fall and when I rushed to catch you I hit my knee hard. We did find them there and we took a picture of them so we could show father and we never told anyone but him the truth of their existence."
Luna squeaked loudly and ran to him and threw her arms round him in hug that could make the ones that Mrs. Weasley gave look weak. She held him tightly as tears flowed freely down her cheeks. Tristan looked down t her and wiped the tears from her eyes. Luna choked out, "Why did you leave? I…I…Thought that you…Were…Dead…" Luna began to cry even harder before Tristan rubbed her back and Answered, "I'm so very sorry Luna but I was in the Black Shield Legion. I was helping them to track down many dark wizards in America. Now I have a new mission in the Legion. I'm supposed to train Harry and you specifically. Then I can also train the Four listening at the door…in many powerfulful arts that I have mastered."
Tristan turned to Lupin and said "Will you allow them in? I know they are listening to us so I want to ask them right away." Lupin waved his wand and the door opened and revealed the four Gryffindor house mates leaning against the door. Ron and Neville fell forward into the kitchen when the door opened they were sprawled out on the floor. Hermione stood up and straightened out her skirt and stepped into the kitchen. Ginny walked in next the Hermione as she stepped over the form of her brother and stood next to the table. Neville and Ron stood up quickly and stood next to the other two women.
Tristan motioned for everyone to sit at the table. When the whole group of teens were comfortable Tristan stood up and turned his back to the table. When he turned back to them he was wearing a serious expression. His voice was very strong s he dressed them, "I am here representing the Black Shield Legion's interest in you six. We are willing to place our resources into training you in many secret and powerful arts. We need to have absolute certainty on your decision to be trained or not."
When he finished Harry stood up and looked at his friends with a strong smile. Harry extended his hand towards Tristan and stated "Anything I can do to rid the world of that monster I am willing to go through." Tristan smiled and took his hand in joyful handshake. When Harry pulled his hand away, Tristan gave a pair of gloves exactly like the ones he himself wears to him. Luna smiled dreamily at her brother and extended her hand to him and shook his hand. he gave her a pair of gloves like the ones Harry was holding and she and Harry sat back down and turned to their friends..
Hermione eagerly shook Tristan's hand and when she pulled her hand away she began to inspect the gloves Tristan handed her. Ron smiled weakly and shook the intimidating man's hand and sat down next to Hermione. Neville Stood up and glanced at the people who had befriended him and turned to Tristan and shook his hand strongly. Neville held out the gloves that were now in his hands admiring them. Ginny shook Tristan's hand and sat down with the gloves she received in her lap.
Tristan smiled and said "We will come for you six when we are ready to accept you into the Guildhall, at which time your training will begin." With a wave of his hand the man summoned a full sized trunk for each of the six new recruits. Tristan pointed to the trunks and stated, "Everything you need for your training is in those chests, and you might want to get used to the Legions uniforms."
Tristan pulled out a bag and stated "hold out your hands" the teens did so curiously. Tristan reached into the bag and pulled out six silver rings with a black onyx placed in gold with blue glowing inscriptions. Tristan handed one to each of them and said "When you put those rings on they will bond to your skin permanently. You will be a part of the shield legion for life. These rings act as an emergency port key to the guildhall. The inscriptions will form the initials of the members in your party and they will glow blue when healthy but if you become hurt they will turn red. if you have been captured they will flash yellow rapidly and if you are killed they will turn black, however If you become mortally injured and you have a chance to be saved the port key will activate instantly. They also allow limited non-verbal communication. If you are captured the ring will show where you have been taken and you will be linked to the global map at the guildhall and then the ring will port key you back to safety." when he finished explaining Harry and everyone else put them on without a second thought.
Tristan walked over to Luna and pulled her into a strong brotherly embrace and whispered, "I will see you soon, Sister" Tristan bowed graciously and disappeared in a wisp of shadows. Hermione squeaked loudly and almost screamed "How can he just disappear like that?" Ron shook his head disapprovingly.
Luna and Harry walked out of the kitchen with their chests to their room. Hermione and Ron choose a room across from the one Ginny and Neville choose and brought their chests with them. Luna and Harry rested their trunks on the floor by the edge of the bed and opened them. Luna pulled out a pair of black cargo pants with the Black Shield Legion symbol on the sides of the legs in red. Luna then pulled out a white undershirt and black short sleeve tactical shirt with the Black Shield Legion symbol on the right sleeve and her level of placement in the Legion on the left sleeve. Her name was Sewn in a White thread on her right breast.
Harry found very much the same uniform as Luna's with exception for it was tailored for a male. Harry found a silver amulet of the Legion's crest on a silver chain. When he examined the rest of the items he found a small maroon bag and a set of short swords each inscribed with his name on special belt that allowed then to be crossed behind his back.
Harry and Luna changed into their uniforms. Harry strapped on his swords and Luna Placed her belt and daggers on her waist. When they put on the necklaces they felt comfortable as if the heat outside was not even there. When Harry looked inside the bag he saw a massive amount of gold Galleons and silver sickles but the bag weighed nothing and it seemed that there was more money in the bag than what should fit. Luna was looking in the mirror when they heard Ron exclaim "Bloody Hell!" Harry noticed that there was another six uniforms in the chest as he closed it. When He turned and saw Luna he noticed she was wearing the gloves and the ring was completely visible through the gloves. Harry slid on his gloves and felt a surge of strength from them.
Luna took Harry's hand, "lets go wait downstairs." They walked down stairs and saw Neville and Ginny standing in the living room sharing an intimate moment. When they parted Ron and Hermione came down the stairs behind them and Hermione commented "These uniforms are Militaristic Aren't they?" Everyone started laughing much to Hermione's Annoyance. The six sat down in the living room reading various books on defense and playing wizard chest which Luna beat Ron at twice and claimed "it was a matter of beginners luck."
There was a loud set of pops and Tristan appeared in the living room. Tristan nodded and spoke gently "We are ready for you now at the guildhall." The six teens stood up and Harry answered "We're ready." Tristan smiled and said "Just touch the ring and you will be port keyed there instantly, when you arrive the first thing is you will be introduced to the Legion and to your teachers." The six teens glanced at each other and teleported themselves to the guildhall together.
