As promised, here is Chapter 8. Its a little on the short side but I needed to get Dumbledore back in the story and show what Vernon and Dudley were doing.
Also I forgot to mention in the last chapter's Author's Note that I'm changing the length of the story. Trying to write ten chapters per a year is slowing the process down because I'm trying to separate scenes into different chapters. So after chapter ten for this year, Year 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 will have two or three chapters written. I hope none of you become to angry with me about this change.

Happy Reading and Enjoy!

Year 2
Chapter 8

The remainder of Harry's holiday was spent laughing at his grandfather. The old wolf would apologize every time he saw Harry. And every time Harry would tell him it was alright. When he wasn't apologizing, Fenrir was getting to know his mate and her father. Argus had, in private, told Harry that he was happy Guinevere was now as safe as Gringotts.

Harry's family and the wedding guests had all been shocked after the wedding excitement had died down. Argus had told them that Guinevere was his daughter, after Remus had asked who she was. Harry just gave them a knowing smile when they asked if he had known.

Guinevere had stayed at Malfoy Manor with Harry, his family, and the twins while Argus and Irma spent the remaining week in a cottage in Italy that Lucius and Narcissa own. She spent her time divided between Fenrir, Harry, and Narcissa. With Fenrir, they were getting to know each other. She told Fenrir in secret that she was a cat animagus by the name of Mrs. Norris. She explained that she was at Hogwarts to protect her father. Guinevere wasn't going to tell him the whole truth until they complete their bond.

She and Harry worked out how to help Argus when Dumbledore gets back to Hogwarts. They knew what would happen if Dumbledore found out about the marriage. At first Harry suggested that Argus quit, but Guinevere reminded him that Dumbledore bound him to the school, Harry grumbled about evil old men. He then told Guinevere that the best they can do is keep Dumbledore from knowing, at least until Dumbledore is either removed from Hogwarts or they find a way to free Argus.

When Narcissa wasn't with her sister Andromeda, she and Guinevere was having a girls' day filled with shopping and lunches out. Guinevere cherished her time with the other woman, it was something she hadn't had since her school days. She and her father now had the family they had wished for. It was all thanks to Harry Potter.

(*v*)

He was finally free. He glared at the Aurors and Madam Bones as he signed the release papers. The glare turned to a sneer when Madam Bones informed him that Aurors will be patrolling the halls of Hogwarts, and a governor will also be in the school. The sneer darkened when Fudge told him that Kingsley and Aberforth were now teaching at Hogwarts. He tried to argue and get them removed, but Cornelius stood firm and reminded him that he no longer had the power to hire and fire teachers. Albus Dumbledore left the Ministry in a rage.

The Headmaster went straight to his office once he got to Hogwarts. Right away he knew someone had been inside. He didn't recognize the two magical signatures. Right then Albus lost control of his anger and the office was destroyed.

"Who was in here?!" He loudly demanded to Armando Dippet.

"I don't know what you're talking about." The former Headmaster replied in a bored tone. He and the others weren't going to tell Dumbledore anything. They didn't care about him destroying their paintings, they all have more than one frame.

"Someone was in this office while I was gone. Now tell me who." Albus demanded again.

"No one has been in here. Maybe your stay in Azkaban made you paranoid." Phineas drawled trying to hide his smirk.

Dumbledore pointed his wand at Black. He has never liked the man. "You will tell me right now or I'll destroy your frame."

"Go ahead," Phineas goaded. "You'll just need to have an answer as to why it is destroyed. I'm sure no one will believe your lies this time. Your reign as Headmaster is coming to an end, Dumbledore."

"I WILL ALWAYS BE HEADMASTER!" Albus yelled shooting flames at the former Headmaster. "No one and I mean NO ONE will take this from me!" He snarled then stormed out of the office.

Fawkes absorbed the flames before the painting was destroyed.

"Fawkes, go to Argus and hide him. You know what will happen." Armando ordered. Fawkes trilled sadly before flashing out of the room. "Phineas find a way to send a message to Harry and Severus. They need to be warned. I'm going to warn Minerva before the children get here." Armando left quickly, Phineas was right, Albus Dumbledore's time was coming to an end.

(*v*)

Vernon Dursley sat in his sister's sitting room smiling smugly. Five months ago he was released from prison and finally got his revenge on his wife and freak nephew. His next step is to kill them both.

The once large man put the prison yard to use losing weight and building his muscles after a gang of men cornered him. The leader had laughed and joked telling him that they were the welcoming committee. His hell lasted for a year. A year of force, beatings, pain and taunting. Then one day the leader told him that he was going to be his permanent bitch and they were going to have a prison wedding. So when the leader forgot to tie him down, Vernon quickly acted and stabbed the man with a knife he stole from a guard.

After cleaning the knife of his prints he put the knife in the cell of the leader's rival. For the rest of his time there the other inmates left him alone. Though those who participated in his welcoming ended up either dead or in the infirmary.

"I just need to find that bitch and grab the little bastard." Vernon growled.

"Don't worry, Vernon, you'll finish your revenge. They can't hide forever. Will that strange old man help again?" Marge responded not looking up from her book.

"I don't know. Dud, if your mother writes to you let me know?"

Dudley looked at his father. "Yes, sir." He whispered timidly.

Ever since his father showed up he has been different from what he remembers. Dudley is afraid to admit that he is scared of his father. While the man was busy plotting the death of his mother and cousin, Dudley slipped out of the room.

Quietly he made his way to his room and locked the door. He pulled the box out of the secret hole he made in the closet floor. Inside the box was a year of notes from his cousin. Dudley took out the last one, the current one, and read it again. Dudley loved his cousin and wanted a closer relationship with the other boy. He also wanted his mother back.

The change in the boy's behavior was thanks to his friend's father. The man was a therapist and had helped Dudley realize what he did to Harry was wrong. Dudley still talks to the man at least once a week. He also now understands why his mother sent him away, he is no longer angry at her for doing so. Dudley only hopes that his mother will forgive him like Harry did. For Dudley doesn't know how much longer he can be with his aunt and father.

Sitting at his desk he began writing his letter to his cousin. The first of many.

(*v*)

When Harry and Severus went back to Hogwarts, Sirius, Remus and Fenrir went to Grimmauld Place. As he stepped into his childhood home and felt the family magic and wards wash over him, Sirius nearly broke down. He was now sorry for turning his back on his family to follow a man more evil than Voldemort.

"Who dares to come into the Black family home?!" A familiar voice yelled out.

Sirius followed the voice until he was face to face with his mother. "Hello, Mother." He greet politely.

"You." Walburga sneered. "What are you doing here?"

"I'm sorry, Mother. Sorry for everything."

"What changed?" She asked curiously.

"My son." Sirius answered with a smile.

Walburga blinked in surprised. "Your son?"

"Yes, Mother. Though I did blood adopt him, but I love him like he came from me. You'll love him, Mother. He's smart, witty, sarcastic, adorable and a pureblood. He recently learned that he comes directly from Slytherin and Gryffindor, and from us Blacks."

"Who is he?" Walburga queried. She was now intrigued.

"Harry. James and Liliy's child." He replied still smiling at his mother.

"How is he a pureblood if his mother came from muggles?" She politely asked to keep the peace between them.

Sirius conjured a chair and sat down. "Let me tell you a story."

He began by telling her what Harry told him about Slytherin. Then he went on to tell her about everything that had happened since his friends were killed. Sirius left nothing out, not even what Dumbledore did to the Dark Lord or planning to do to his son.

Walburga felt nothing but rage as she listened to her son. She knew something wasn't right with Dumbledore. The Black matriarch was thankful that the man never touched her boys or nieces. For if he did the man wouldn't be alive.

Now she was worried about her grandson. Oh Merlin, she's a grandmother. Walburga never thought she would have grandchildren. She was just sorry she couldn't physically be with them.

"That man left you in Azkaban. For what reason?"

"So Remmy and I couldn't raise Harry. Also he found our family charter. Harry is the Lord of the Black family. Dumbledore took control of the Potter and Black seats. Since Harry came back to our world, he and Severus Snape took back control with the goblins' help."

Walburga chuckled. "Sirius, did you feel the magic and wards when you came in?"

"Yes." He answered frowning in confusion.

"Then you are Lord Black. The charter has a hidden Innocence Clause. If the family magic finds you innocent then you have the Lordship. Plus you were never officially disowned." She smiled at her oldest son with fondness.

Sirius gave her a devious smirk. "Mother, I need to talk with Madam Bones. I have some charges to press."

"Go ahead. Oh and send your husband to me. I wish to talk to him."

Sirius let out a bark-like laugh. "Of course, Mother. Just be nice, I happen to love him."

"Don't worry, dear, your wolf will be safe."

Sirius gave his mother one last smile then left. He passed the message to Remus as he made his way to the floo. The animagus was happy to be home again.

(*v*)

It took everything he had not to curse the man in front of him. They were all sitting in the teacher's lounge listening to Dumbledore rant, rave, and make demands. Some of them were thankful the Aurors and governor were in the room. It didn't change much, but it prevented Dumbledore from saying things he shouldn't. Especially to Shacklebolt and Aberforth.

Severus knew that Dumbledore was angry about the changes. The old man was more angry about not being there when Harry found out about Lockhart, and that someone had gotten into his office. Severus just found the whole thing funny. Albus Dumbledore's world was crashing down around him and the old man couldn't do anything to stop it.