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A Dog's Purpose Is Strange Magic Chapter 36

Harry's first Quidditch match was definitely one to remember. But with all the hustle, bustle, and initial excitement over training for it long passed there's not something else to occupy their hearts and minds.

Like researching all they can about Nicolas Flamel and the connection he has to whatever Fluffy is guarding so aggressively on the forbidden 3rd Floor Corridor.

So many times the four of them would be down in the library whenever the opportunity presented itself to research everything they can about the man, but so far nothing has panned out correctly.

Bailey hated just sitting there doing nothing. Harry, Hermione, and Ron could do useful stuff to help, but she can't. It's all so indescribably frustrating and left the loyal canine all in a huff. The one thing that did console her is that she could be there to soothe and comfort them whenever the dissatisfaction got too much to handle. Bailey will instinctively come over to one laying her head on their laps or placing a paw on a leg to remind them that she's there providing needed companionship and someone to lean on. They always seem to relax a bit more mere moments after they started petting her. On the plus side a huge feeling of euphoria flows through her each time they stroke a hand over her fur so it's not a loss.

It's fortunate that the Holiday Season is right around the corner in order to make the burden lighter.

Especially with Christmas on the way and getting closer.

Unlike with a majority of other students inhabiting Hogwarts Christmas has never been a good time of year for the pair. Dudley was always the one to get spoiled like crazy during the joyous celebration while Harry was stuck doing all the chores, neglected and lonely without getting an ounce of love shown in a single present. One Bailey came along Christmas did become easier, but not in the way one would think. Bailey assisted him with the chores around the house and the very fact she was there meant he never had to spend it alone anymore as a child. For Harry that was enough.

What makes this year something to look forward to even though it's highly unlikely he won't be getting any presents is that Harry isn't going to be in a cupboard.

Bailey does her best to get Harry to take his mind off the past is that she constantly does weird antics that make him smile and aching headaches that one his age doesn't need. For instance as the snowfalls and the staff at Hogwarts is setting up decorations for Christmas Bailey is up to all sorts of mischief. For example as the snow began to pile up Bailey saw the massive courtyard as a personal playground. Back in Privet Drive Petunia never could tolerate Bailey's love of snow and it's not like the backyard was even close to being large enough for her to go nuts. Here it's a different story. Bailey would bulldoze through the snow creating deep indentations and even try to catch snowballs other kids might toss into her mouth. Bailey had to mind where she stepped since some spots were actually a whole lot deeper than first impressions allowed. One time Bailey accidentally leapt into a mound so deep that it left only her ears visible to the naked eye. Harry was concerned for her safety until Bailey popped her head back up and made everyone within sight burst into uncontrollable laughter. Bailey's entire face was covered in snow that it made her sort of look like a canine version of Santa Claus. It was a pain to get the hardened snow out of her fur after that, but the joy both ends got out of that stunt was well worth it.

Afterwards Harry, Ron, Hermione, and even a handful of others invented some new games for her to play. One of which is an improved version of hide and seek. A deep maze would be created in the snow where Bailey would start out in the entrance and then someone in the other. All eyes watching were certain with how smart Bailey acts that she would be able to locate the target, specifically Harry on the first try. She did though not the way any of them expected. Bailey simply darts through the snow regardless of the maze and smothers the target with kisses. Needless to say that was a bust.

And then there came the incident that gave Harry a major migraine.

With how cold it's getting in the castle Bailey's thoughts traveled to Fluffy a couple of times. Alone in that dank and cold room probably without that much warmth to heat him. Well Fluffy probably had torches to provide him with the heat, but that still doesn't prevent Bailey's imagination from running wild.

So Bailey thought she'd do something about it in order to help make Fluffy feel better. Fluffy…Bailey stills snorts and bristles at the name. Really it doesn't suit the proud Cerberus at all.

The solution Bailey found is trying to slip Fluffy bits of food. You see sometimes she swipes stuff from the table and sneaks away from them in order to go to the 3rd Floor Corridor. Fluffy has always been happy with her sporadic visits even if the morsels she brings doesn't quite fill his appetite. Although one of his favorites was a rare stakes she managed to nab from Ron's plate.

Honestly acquiring that was a miracle in itself given how obsessed Ron usually is about his food.

Bailey could hear the rumbles and growls of pleasure through the crack underneath the door where she slips the food through.

Harry is on his wits end about this. Usually these days when Bailey vanishes without warning he knows right away where she'll be. The worst part is he has to ask a teacher to get her while acting like he doesn't know what's behind that door. It's getting so very tiresome.

But Harry can never stay mad at her for very long. He loves her too much.

Harry simply has to keep a better eye on Bailey. The one consolation he has is that she's not sneaking out from Gryffindor Tower at night anymore. The leash he has tied to his bed is the solution to that.

For a couple of weeks all was well and there was peace.

And then the world came back in.

Authors Note:

Hope you all like this one! I certainly did while writing it for your vast enjoyment! ;D

I've been meaning to get back to this one for a while and only now I've managed to find time and inspiration for it. I'm very satisfied and happy about it.

I recently put up some other works I've put out at titled Secret Of Bristol Cove, Predators Redemption, A Revolutionary Romance, Fantine Tezla: Hot Wheels Acceleracers, Magic And the Brave Little Toaster 1, Lavinia: Princess Of Edelweiss, Rorschach's Legend, Watchmen Meets Avengers: The Newest Defender, The 8th Loser, Naomi Poldark: Mistress Of Nampara, Serenity: End Guardian To The Moors, Dido Cruger: Power Rangers SPD, and Nuala: The White Lioness. I highly recommend them. ;D

By the way Rorschach's Legend and Watchmen Meets Avengers: The Newest Defender are the newest additions to my profile. If you're a fan of Watchmen and the new series on HBO coming up soon then I recommend that you check it out. Since it was just recently uploaded I really would enjoy hearing other peoples thoughts on the subject matter so far. So feel free to do so if you have the time.

I have other grand news! I was a patron at New York Comic Con! Ah! I'd been dying to go for years and now I had the opportunity. The Jokers from Impractical Jokers have been here along with Tom Hiddleston and so many others. Over those few days I actually got my picture taken with a couple of other actors/actresses and some really great panels. It really is so exciting there. This is an opportunity of a lifetime so there's no way in hell that I was going to waste a single second of it. No one ever should with something like this. Ever! ;D

For future preferences I highly recommend that you all keep an eye out for when tickets for New York Comic Con are available for purchase again for next year. This is a huge event and you should jump on it whenever you have the chance.