Due to all this craziness and illness I am finally able to finish this posting
To all those who voted I thank you but i am finding it hard to get a plot going for most of these. I have a teaser chapter for Monster hunter x fem harry but that will be if i cant get anything else running around my head.
im also on new medication that is effecting my writing as it is helping with my emotions an such. I hope to be it sorted out and start writing again soon. Till then thank you all and here is the ending to the Serpents Path.
WARNING- UNBETA'D typos and misspellings will happen so please just enjoy the Madness...
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Chapter 15
The morning was quiet as the hall stared in awe as the elderly woman led by Lord Potter approached the new Throne in the 'Royal Court' as the room came to be known. Harry smiled as he stepped back and announced the woman. (add full title) "Her Majesty, Elizabeth II, Queen of England! To all here please let me be clear that she is the descendant of Arthur Pendragon and thus by the charters, Queen of Magical and Non-Magical England and Britain. The minister will be in later as he is working a news release to fully clarify this for everyone. I mean the old ministers kept acting like they were in charge but that was because they had yet to anger her."
The day was busy as the Human's came to see the queen with the Non-magical raised or born actually coming to bow to her. The fact that she admitted the open rulings were a great way to prove the royals had nothing to hide was clear to the old 'Purebloods'. Even a few members of the Wizengamot arrived to see this woman. One dared to sneer at her before she hit him with a very powerful stinging hex that tossed him back.
The Queen had a grin on her face as she held up her Royal scepter. "A simple notice-me-not on my wand and you jump to the conclusion that I was powerless before a wizard? Oh how my ancestors are shamed. I mean we Pendragons do know of the magicals and still employ them , but you seem to be blind to your own delusions. Lord Potter is this one of 'his' cattle still under your command?"
"No your Majesty, this one is just an idiot. I mean you are sitting in Hogwarts with no other form of protection and yet he decides to behave this way… in front of other Royals as well. I do not see any reason he should be considered noble by his actions." Harry turned and grinned at the man as a new group entered with Scrimgoer in the lead.
The minister had the man arrested as he publicly stated that the charters were very clear and copies would be posted here in Hogwarts as well as Diagon Alley and the Ministry. He claimed that per the charter the Royal family of Pendragon were exempt from the Hogwarts book as they could easily be taught by those loyal to the crown. He also stated that the prior ministers knew of the Queen but did not do anything to meet with her thus never being informed of her being a witch.
Harry simply chuckled as he stated that you could not get a better example of Family and House over just blood purity than the queen herself. The other Royals had debates and discussions with the Queen during their day in the 'court'. Lunch was a fun affair as Mcgonnagal gave the head seat to the Queen.
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The ball was a week away now and the few who still needed a date were desperate, one girl tried to approach Okoby. He was reluctant and let her know he would not be able to dance with her but she said it was ok. She did not like to dance and she just wanted to go and say she took a date that would treat her right. He saw Hemma smiling and nodding. His agreement was reluctant till she asked if she could wear robes to match his scales? That was all it took and soon he was taking her to see Aramana about the robes.
The few who no longer had dates also decided to either ask the Non human Magicals or go with the dregs that they were avoiding. It took a couple fourth years to break the ice but soon the ball would have members of all societies. A couple brave gryffindor girls asked a couple goblins to be their escorts. It also helped that the two girls were weapons fanatics and had plenty to discuss with their dates.
By the night of the Ball everyone was advised of Dumbledors presence and the fact he was to be dateless. They were also told that the Queen of England would join them as well, and she had a very special announcement for them. The whispers and rumor flew but it all ended the morning of the ball as few had time to gossip when they were getting dolled up and cleaned up.
Asha looked at Harry as he wore the royal beaded wraps that looked like robes. She knew he was not too happy of the way things were going and tonight was the hardest part. How would the wizarding British world handle their children having a ball with other magicals, how would they tolerate the ones who had others as their dates?
She slid over and hugged him closely and he sighed into her neck. "Asha, my love, if you keep hugging me while naked we might be late for the ball, but very satisfied. And as much as I would love to make those gold diggers jealous… so tell me, do you think we can make it through the night without any major issues?"
She smiled and kissed him deeply, "My love, there will always be issues but the most important thing is to adapt to them. You're still young despite all the knowledge and the way we seem to be trying for a clutch so soon. I have faith in those around us as well. Now let's get dressed and you can satisfy me after the ball, okay?" With another soul searing kiss she slid away from him to get her own wraps on. His eyes raised as she placed the transformation bangle on her arm. "I do want to dance with my husband tonight after all. Starma and a couple others have been helping me."
Harry chuckled as he told her he too had been learning from the Wizard raised allies, and how much the girls pouted when he said it was incase his wife asked to dance.
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The Younger Champions had their own table for them and their dates. Hermione had been asked by Victor Krum as she was not a quidditch fan and did love to learn new things. Cedric Had of course been with Cho CHang but something seemed a little frictioned between them. Fluer had asked a Draken as his mind was strong against her allure (not that it was needed as she finally got her Charm to reduce it greatly but just in case). When the royal entered with their wives the room gasped as the English Queen entered first with an unknown gentleman, followed by the Goblins, then the Draken Emperor and Empress. Harry and Asha then entered with an aura of true power around them, till Asha slapped Harry's arm and it dissipated.
Lord Black and Lady Starma came next and the different but elegant jewelry on her horns and wings made a few girls jealous. Ambassador Aramana was being escorted by Lee Jordan of all people. It seemed his care and raising of a tarantula was observed by the Arachnea and soon they were visiting each other often. The next ones Had people blinking as the two Gryffindor weapons girls were being escorted by two goblins in formal armor and the girls were allowed swords on their hips as well.
Okoby and the Hufflepuff girl came in beside Hemma and Luna Lovegood. Snip and Snap perched on their shoulders as well.
Albus Dumbledore was already sitting to the side at his own table under a silencing ward that allowed sound in but not out. He was fuming at the procession and the way these students were intermixed with the vile creatures. He also was appalled that some old Muggle woman was allowed to lead the procession, especially when he was a champion and should have been among those in the line up. He would use the opportunity to charm his date and let his message of 'Greater Good' be spread again.
His eyes widened as Harry was pushing out some magic to draw attention to himself. He knew the boy would be winded in a few minutes had the Snake-whore not stopped him. The rest of the line was even worse and then those students actually being escorted by the trash… He had to stop this foolishness.
A piece of paper landed in front of him as he shook in rage. 'Don't try anything. The ministry has agreed to allow a greater power to deal with you tonight. In the name of the first Royals of Britannia, do not start anything.'
He paled at those words then slowly looked closer at the old woman in the tallest throne. His eyes bulged as the crest of Pendragon was raised above her and in her hand was the royal scepter that any as old as he knew housed a royal wand. His chances dropped even lower as the woman turned and grinned at him with a look of authority far beyond his reach at any time in his life. He was now truly defeated if the Queen of England was a Witch. He just waited and ate and watched as the children danced.
He admitted that the Lamia using the bangle to have legs just to dance with Harry was a sign of true consideration. The way the mixed couples had worked out the issues of height or extra appendages was also too well planned. His beautiful world with his control was gone never to return and by the end of the night he had one final plan to go out as a small memory.
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The Ball was a success and soon it was requested to do so more often. The mixed students were very happy to talk about how honorable and wonderful their dates were. Jordan was still blushing as he received a kiss or the cheek from his date who said something in his ear. He refused to tell what it was but they knew he would spend more time with her.
The Royal were sad that Elizabeth had to go back home but thanked her for her presence and allowing the new treaties to hold for England and her territories. The joy was soon forgotten when Dumbledor had made his only move possible.
Harry stood in the 'court' and watched as the Aurors brought the man in. He looked worn and solemn but Harry waited to see. "You told the Aurors you had something very important to tell me so it will be done here in front of everyone. Now talk."
"I.. I see, Let me tell you about a prophecy that involves the not really gone dark lord and you. (insert prophesy here-and stupid belief in translation here) … so as you see Harry you need to be the one to face the Dark Lord and be ready to sac..."
Harry started to chuckle then out right laugh as the man looked on in confusion. "ALBUS YOU ARE A FOOL! I was free of the soul leech when I saved Asha and was rescued from the Dursleys. They helped me find and destroy all the other pieces and now only one piece remains but it matters not as in the end it will be dealt with. The 'power he knows not' could be from any of my allies, 'by his hand' could be a simple signing of a bounty for the wraith of Tom Riddle. You are as much a Dark Lord as Tom Riddle and by my actions you are defeated and will be killed if you continue to act like you have done no wrong. Now is that all, Albus Dumbledore?"
"I hereby challenge Lord Harry Potter to a Duel of Honor and to the death. If I win I shall be exonerated of these so called crimes and shall continue to lead the Wizarding world. Should I lose then I will be dead." He grinned till a bolt of lightning slammed into him throwing him back.
Harry laughed again. "Magic rejects your duel as you have no honor to claim it. I reject your attempt as you have nothing left to give if I win. Your life is already forfeit the moment you signed the Goblet's contract. As of right now you can do nothing but finish the tournament then be sent to the dementors kiss or not and die from loss of magic."
With those words Albus was led back to his room in shock as he thought it all through, he truly had nothing left and even his chance at overpowering the boy in a duel was not valid, by magic itself. His reign was done, his chances were lost and now he had one last chance to some form of fame if he survived the next Tasks.
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The next day Harry was holding tightly to Asha as she watched him sleep in. He had confessed to being afraid of Dumbledore's challenge. His skills were not as great as they appeared and he knew a direct duel with the man would be very difficult. Even with all the training he did in his free time and all the foriegn spells he knew it would still be the old man's experience over Harry's abilities. If not for the fact magic countered the challenge in front of all the people he would have been forced to accept.
The fact he was still so young compared to so many was very evident in his face that morning. Asha had Dobby notify the others that Harry would need to go to the Caverns for a day or two but to continue the events planned for the next day.
The very Fact that the next event was a swimming competition and Asha knew a few girls would try to get Harry's attention with their outfits and bodies. She did also like the fact Harry would be with her for most of the time as well.
When they arrived at the Caverns, He started the day with a stroll around the markets and even the schooling areas. His presence was appreciated as he showed his people they would not be forgotten. The littler serpentine loved having him sit in on a class about future jobs and when he told them that every job was important no matter how small they really started to pay attention.
WHen he finished the stroll he arrived at the royal hall and finished a few cases and looked over new proposed laws. He even read over a few law missives from the ICW sent to him as the King of the Serpentine. (they still do not know about his slow changes).
His day ended with a meal with a few elders and then his bi-weekly bathing. This time the girls were less demanding of their review as the fact he still admired them was good enough. One even asked if the Queen was going to let him walk the caverns alone in the future. SHe was just teasing but the reply that 'it would have to be thought on' had many laughing.
when he laid in bed with his wife Harry was a lot calmer and he kissed her deeply for being there to aid him when his mind was in so much chaos. She smiled at him, "That is what a good wife does. They help keep their husbands in line and focused. so don't worry too much. the future is still there and as you said. that prophecy was very vague."
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Back at Hogwarts, many of the women were upset as they were told Lord Potter would not be there for a day or two and they still had to compete if they signed up. It was also found out a few could not swim but had hoped Lord Potter would save them. The day of the event it was announced that any who could not swim fully could opt out at this time. Those that did compete would be safe as the merpeople would be close to aid in rescue. The giant squid also provided aid as a back up. Due to the cold weather a few special warming zone spells were also used.
The impressive fact that a few Serpentine also joined in and the judges had been Muggle borns or raised so they judged for freestyle, speed, and other such. The winners were surprised they actually won medals that would go in the trophy hall. The fact that this was a sport to the muggles was also entertaining to the witches and wizards. A few pensive memories would be sent to Lord Potter.
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On the day of the second task Albus was given a wand and a broom. He frowned when he saw it was not the elder wand but he knew this was his true wand before he took the other from Grindelwald. He eyed the broom suspiciously as it was a standard Cleansweep 10. The guard smiled and pointed to the Great Hall. Once there he saw the other 'champions' standing proudly next to the school leaders.
He stood alone to the side never seeing the banner quietly drop behind him. The white cloth with a simple script stating 'School of Manipulators'. The twins were quite proud of themselves for it as it would vanish whenever Dumbledore turned his head.
The Goblin announcer stepped up to the front. "Today's Task is a race to find certain items that belong to your race. But remember you must be able to prove this to the judges at the end. Three locations will hold your prize. The stone we hand out will glow the closer you get to your item choices. You can search each one in any order but only once. The forest of Hogs Reach, The True name of the Forbidden Forest. The Black lake will hold its secrets beneath its waters. And finally the very sky around this very School."
He turned to the 'champions being sure to not face too much toward the old wizard. "I will say this as well, there is not really a time limit but to ensure proper judgement, all of you must return before defending your answers. Now step up to the front steps and wait for the cannon. oh and we will set these watcher crystals on you so everyone can see your progress."
With that Albus was handed a smooth stone the size of a handball, the watcher flew over and he felt it grip his magic to ensure it did not get lost. The cannon rang out and he mounted his broom to get that out of the way. His search with the stone was confusing till he realized he was in the air and thus had to search up and down as well as side to side. Ten minutes later he found a small ledge with three items. A sword, a helmet, and a shield. After some thought he chose the shield that was a simple round wood shield.
He landed by the front steps and placed the broom there before walking to the forest. Once he entered he pulled out the stone and followed the glow for twenty minutes till he found a table with two items. One was a small scale broom and the other a blank wand. He smirked and shook his head as he took the wand. He never saw the pity on the face of the centaur nearby.
The last place he needed as his long walk reached the Black lake. He cast a bubble head charm and headed into the cold water soon casting a warming charm. He should have done so sooner as his muscles started to ache. Soon his stone led him to a reef bed with three items again. This time he was stumped. A bangle that seemed very detailed, a book that looked like social customs, and finally a ring with a blank crest field.
He studied the items and soon took the ring before heading to the surface. After a painful time slowly floating back to the shore he cast spells to dry and rewarm himself before heading into the castle. The broom was already retrieved so he simply walked in seeing the other champions waiting for him. One very blank faced Auror handed him a pain relief potion to which the old man nodded with a sad smile.
The announcer stepped back up to the front as Albus sat in a supplied chair with a cup of tea next to it. "Females and Males of all nations, the champions have returned and now we begin the next part. To justify your choices. First up by luck of the draw (he reached into a small cup) Durmstrang!"
After Brom finished his words the Judges awarded 45 out of 50 points. It was clear the items represented the Draken people. Next was Hogwarts, and Albus saw that this time the items were clearly from the Serpentine he too got 45. But when the Goblin stood and showed his items to be a shield like Dumbledore's as well as a mining tool and a ledger, Albus got nervous. He knew the sword and any armour were copies of the other nations but he could have sworn the shield was not even close.
He stood as slowly as he could and placed the items on his table moving the shield to the side. "I seem to have mischosen the shield but am curious as to which of those three were Human in origin? The next is the wand that has allowed witches and wizards to cast magic for generations. and last is the house ring to declare your house and rank. I will accept my points."
As he sat down a judge from the ICW stood. "The wand and its ways were given to wizards and witches long ago by the Elven nation, not house elves but true fae. The ring was used by clans of different nations long before humans could forge metals. And it was the helmet that humans created when they used cooking pots to protect their heads. The goblins and other forge masters just improved the helmet design for the humans. We awarded 20 points for trying to think it through but also had to deduct as you could have used the broom to get from place to place."
The meal soon began as they watched the younger champions search for a dummy replica of the person they would miss most. Fluer did not get far as her Veela magic revolted and the giant squid lifted her to the shore for medical aid. The Merpeople did give her some respect for even attempting to try it knowing this could happen. When they were told she was Veela they were upset but after chatting with a Draken mediator they agreed to allow it. Her reply that 'if it really was her sister there she would still try to save her even at such a risk' was what made her case.
The other two did their best and everyone enjoyed the playbacks. Gabriel refused to let go of her sister after she came back to the hall. She even went as far as to have their Baubaxton female friends surround the girl to keep men away. Harry was the exception as he walked right up to her and kneeled as he spoke with her ensuring she was recovering properly. He even offered to let Dobby make her some of her favorite dishes if it was needed. She thanked him but said she was fine.
Dumbledore finished his meal and when all the playback finished he signaled to the Auror he was ready to go back. In his room was another note. This time saying it was the customs book as the nations prided themselves on protecting their customs from outsiders by making it so they had to be told of such things in person. It also protected them as many outsiders had to make either an oath or vow not to misuse the information.
He thought that over as he laid down to rest his body still hurt and he felt so tired. He did not know when he started to feel like this but it was a minor annoyance. He would be back in his cell at the DMLE the next day.
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In the final weeks leading up to the final event the biggest talk was the Festival. It was to be a multi-national fair with booths and small games from many nations and creatures. Even the merpeople would be trading coral flowers for things they wanted from the surface.
Many were warned that it was a trade style system so not everyone would except money. Some wanted favors and others wanted items. one booth would be set up by the ministry to accept blood packets for the Vampire treaty in exchange for their regal looking formal wear. It was a good deal and a few had already agreed to do it.
The Warriors would do mock battles and there would be dancing and shows as well the full week was planned with the finale on the saturday to be the final task. Harry was pleased with the turn around but did remind them to warn their parents of the rules. This was being overseen by many royals and by the ICW as well. He also hinted that the royals would hold a special treat during the festival on Friday night.
The post going out was massive and soon the students had to ask for the house elves to send letters as well. Harry told them to have the letters ready by dinner that night and afterwards the elves will deliver them. The fact that the elves will be able to give them to family elves was a good idea.
Harry was finishing the invites for certain other parties and soon he crawled into bed with his loving wife. {Ahsa my love, I feel the games shall end soon but I know this is not over yet. Do you trust me to keep the changes going once everything comes to light?}
She smiled and kissed him deeply to answer his question. He tail wrapped around them and they slept and in the land of dreams Harry was ready for whatever else may come.
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During all this school year the once feared Dark lord was still plotting on how to get Harry potter to his plans ritual. He knew his chance of entering the boy into the tournament was already out due to a couple ministry employees still loyal to him.
He planned to get Crouch Jr. into the school but that was also dropped when the curse was removed and with the extra teachers. Also somehow, the ever paranoid Alastor Moody, did not fall for the cheap tricks to get himself captured.
The last piece was to be disguised as a common Auror to oversee the Champions cup on the last task. A simple portkey to bring a hostage to him and if lucky to get the boy to touch it. He had to have the boy as it was the Potter-Evens blood that protected the child from his assaults. That and the ritual needed it to be an enemies blood 'unwillingly given'.
The news from the prophet was very irritating as it showcased the way the Magical nations had come together. The only upside was the continued arrogance of Dumbledore on display and the way his schemes had been exposed and countered. The part that gained any respect was how the Goblets was still used but not to the effect it was intended. It was magical chains on the old cout.
Tom the Homunculus, the ugly, vile, and grotesque thing, was waiting to hear more about this new Festival and about how the Nations planned to make it work as a cultural exchange. He wanted to learn more about these odd creatures and to see if he could steal their magic for his own.
His plans to free the Deatheaters still in Azkaban after he got his body back was only starting to form when he sensed something off. His familiar seemed agitated. {Nagini, What is wrong?}
The massive serpent looked at the picture in the prophet of Lord Potter and his wife, {That female. She is Lamia. Basilisk Queen . She is dangerous and the boy is not human. I see his eyes. He is not as human as before.} This news was something that worried the former Dark Lord as he looked closer at the picture. He trusted the large serpent but he could not see what the other saw.
His few followers to aid him in his current lair looked on in confusion as the pair hisses out their conversation. The bravest knew never to question it so they simply gathered more intelligence and prepared for the ritual.
Little did they know that they too were doomed to failure as the local snakes had already spread word of the location of a magical serpent not known before.
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The Goblins and a few Vampires had the place under constant watch and had left plenty of listening spells in the house. They even recorded the Parseltongue exchange to translate later and to get the best ambush set up for this vile thing. The Vampires liked the idea that the foolish human trying to be immortal was reduced to this hideous visage.
That night they sent an abridged report to Lord Potter of the events and the ritual. Harry simply sent back four ideas that could easily disrupt the ritual and two that could cause a backlash that would ensure any other Horcrux would be destroyed.
He sent a copy of all this to the three ministries and to the other royals to let them get their word in. The wizarding world agreed to any plans to end the fiend. The magicals agreed as well. and soon it was all in the works under the table as they were aware of the leaks. Bones had been extra creative with allowing that to happen just to catch any others.
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Time skip to the week of the festival….
The morning was a buzz as the students were greeted with a buffet style set up in the great hall with various cooks to serve and explain the dishes. House elves near-by ensured that there would be more if something ran out. Many students agreed to try the different things each morning for the whole week.
The Naga actually had wonderful dishes and the Goblins had unusual ways to cook meats that still brought out the flavors. Having a baby dragon doing the flame roasting right out the castle doors was entertaining. Various Cultural dishes from foriegn nations had been a hit and soon parents also showed up to enjoy the new meals. As the food settled the students and parents were led to the side of the castle to see many booths set up in the shade for games and trade. One area had a constant shade that seemed oddly darker. It was clearly listed as 'Vampire Booths'. the shade was a ward to aid in daytime outings.
The Dress clothes and other jewelry was well accepted as was the pricing. The request for blood packets or funds to get ingredients for blood potions was understandable. The Weasly Twins came prepared with Blood Pops.
The groups all roamed the grounds as pens were set for various creatures to be observed and a few adventurous ones even tried their hand at contest against the Magicals. It was all in fun and seemed to be working. The Royals moved their 'Court' out to the fields as well and held meetings with the wizards.
Lady Black had to be a great hit as she kept Sirius inline but still held her noble grace. It also helped that the recently married Mr. and Mrs. Lupin stayed close by to advise and aid in Werewolf affairs. It was a secret in the school but three first years had approached the older wolf to seek aid. His actions even saved one from their very strict family.
The first day of the festival was a small hit and even the few negatives among the crowd had been ignored. The purebloods had all been stumped when they were told to challenge the 'young raven council' to believe in the pureblood ways. The students clearly and precisely shot down all arguments and used counter fact with reference and copied laws to prove their side. This was not easy to argue as a pure blood when the counter facts were as black and white as they wanted their supremacy to be.
The news agencies also mingled and got plenty of pictures. One asked for a picture of Aramana but she refused unless the reporter was in it as well. The man looked shocked but agreed. The Arachnid told him that just proving he could stand beside her was enough to show others who safe her people were, when not agitated.
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Asha watched the different booths and even the children from many nations both human and creature all playing. One area was made like a garden with a few shade trees where older creatures would tell children stories to all the different kids who wanted to listen. No hatred, no arrogance, just children being children. One boy was looking closely at a young Arachne when the girl smiled and waved. Later it came out the boy was a little scared of spiders but he still wanted to meet the girl.
The Draken soldiers did a combat spar of the crowds at certain intervals as did the Aurors and goblins. The Naga did defense drills and the Vampires held a couple ball dances in the castle for those wanting to enjoy such things. The gothic romance of the dances did bring a few couples and renew a few slipping lovers. Asha got to dance with Harry as well.
So much was going on for that first day and only a couple issues that were put down quickly happened. The festival would be a great success if it could make it to the end. The ministries planned to send a couple representatives to join the 'court' that week as well.
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As the festival wound down the children and many adults were in awe of all they had missed out on. There were even muggle inventions being displayed inside a special tent charmed to absorb the extra magic and refocus it into a charging stone for the items. With the introduction of computers and real time television showing scenes from around the festival (also encased in special clear boxes) the magicals soon realized how behind they had fallen.
One of the biggest events was the introduction of the Queen and her special guard, The Royal Mages. These men and women were trained in many fields and did not agree with the old ministry listing of 'Dark' magic. They even used the same explanations the Lord Potter used to prove the stupidity those listings were based on. By the end of that day many were looking at the Ministry representatives with annoyance. It did not help that those claiming to be 'sent ' by the ministry were later arrested when the Minister himself showed up and demanded their apologies to the public.
Harry was glad to see so much good happening but he was a little preoccupied with another matter. He had noticed his scale like skin was starting to pale and itch. Asha told him it was his first shedding but he would need to wait a day or two to start peeling it off. He agreed but it was hard to focus with the itching.
Too soon the final task was to begin but in a surprise twist to Dumbledore he got to watch a simple run of Dueling matches, each child champion dueling the other two in one on one matches and being judged like a true duel. He was pleased with such an idea as it promoted the push to better oneself. He knew his time was up but he agreed that that was now truey 'the greater good'.
WHen he walked to the opening of the maze he shook his head and frowned. He would make it to the end as it looked exactly as it was planned. He would still be last in. The other two had left him at their times and now it was his turn. He sighed and entered the maze peacefully. Once he was near the end and he remembered the next challenge his old heart pulsed. He would never be free and his soul was lost but maybe he would still be a footnote for his actions.
The sphinx looked him over and grinned. "Tell me human the answer I seek or I will make you my dinner. (add a really good but not too hard riddle here). As the man stood there in silence the crowd watched in anticipation… until the sphinx decided her was taking too long and attacked. The screen cut off as they saw the man knocked to the ground. That was the end of the once 'great' Albus Dumbledor.
Back at the castle Harry was looking at the portrayed cup. He knew Tom had plans but he also knew the goblins had located all but one of the horcruxes. This was part of a plan to get Harry to come to him, too bad he never realized the local snakes worked for the Serpentine King and not just any speaker.
Harry grinned as he prepared and then nodded to Asha who disappeared via her own port key. When the cup dropped him off he felt the spells coming, Stunner and binding, He let them hit and faked the unconscious effect. He heard all that was said and even let them tie him to the headstone. When he 'woke' it was to the ramblings of some devoted fool he never met. But the evil from the thing wrapped in a cloth gave him the impression that it was Tom.
Harry smiled as he watched the ritual and when the man approached him he made his move, "Are you sure it's safe here, I have allies everywhere and you're all alone. the fake 'lord' there has lost everything and now he needs you to finish this ritual but.. did you remember to place a ward around the cauldron to keep out the leaves or even the dust in the wind, that could ruin the potion?"
The moment the man turned to eye a leaf swaying on a branch Harry silently spit some venom into the potion. His words were just in case something went wrong. the man cut Harry's arm and collected the blood to do the ritual but before he could finish the potion erupted out of the metal and dissolved the man, the 'baby', and a large snake too close to get away. Harry had a ward stone in his shirt that created a shield if he was in danger. SO only the area around him was safe. The eruption took out ten yards from the cauldron and dissolved the stones and grass and anything not made of metal. That just melted.
When he heard the port keys coming in he smiled at the curses from the destruction. He turned to the Goblins. "I will give a pensive of what it looked like so you can restore it. Now is it safe to leave this spot?" After a couple spells they levitated him to the others just to be safe. WHen asked how this happened Harry grinned in a way that made even the goblins shiver. "I did ask if he put a ward up to stop foreing objects from getting in it. He never did answer but I guess he did not."
The vampires handed him the back up port key to take him to the castle and aided in cleaning up the mess. It would be days before they did finish due to the toxic potion still trying to eat through the ground.
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Four Days later …..
Harry had found out it was more than his spit that ruined the resurrection. He gave his blood willingly to buy time to spit and the ritual needed it 'unwillingly taken'. His blood had both basilisk venom and phoenix tears that are also potion ingredients thus ruining it. and also his 'King's Blood' was not accepting of the vileness of the thing Riddle was inhabiting as it has some snake essence in it, again countering the ritual. Overkill is the word Ragnok had used to describe the outcome.
It was also announced that the wizarding world was free of the bigoted politics. The last of the purebloods had seen the logic and the financials they had been excluding themselves from. SO slowly the last laws were being reworked. Harry was happy and he wondered what could make this day any better.
Asha wrapped him up and kissed him deeply. "I'M PREGNANT!" Yup that would do it.
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two years later…..
It was finally out and no one cared. Harry was not human, his wife was a Lamia and his two children were Serpentine as well. And his scales were too thick to hide anymore. They now had a grey tint and came up his neck just under his jaw. He was still happy. His oldest was a girl he named Sarah Rose Potter-Basilisk. The newborn was Vincent James Potter- Basilisk. He knew they would be a hand full but he did not care.
The British wizards were now mingling and some dating other Magicals. He knew it would still take time but he also knew the mix Aurors were keeping the bigots in line and had stopped three attempts at Dark Lords rising to power. This was a sign of progress.
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180 years later…
Harry looked into her eyes as they laid in bed. "I am so glad my heart was noble back then. I would do it all over. Ever pain, every scar, every kiss, and hug. All just to be with you longer." He felt her coils relax one last time as he closed his eyes and breathed her scent before going with her on the next great adventure…..
The day would be remembered for so long as the loss of the biggest leader of change died beside his wife. He was always be the Lord Harry Potter and The King Basilisk to the people. It was also the day the magicals began slowly integrating with the non magicals. Slowly mind you. Harry did always teach them to use logic and to never stop learning.
THE END- NO Plans for more on this.
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