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SUMMARY: What if in a twist of fate, Harry is raised by Sirius Black as his own son and grew up in the magic world. How his life would be changed living upto the reputation of THE BOY WHO LIVED as well as the heir to the house of black and out of dumbledore's in the nobility and staunch believers of Dark Arts, see what paths Harry chooses. WARNING AU, Good Malfoys, Neutral harry and a hell of a playboy.
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It had been five years since the Godric Hollow incident. Corvus had become the perfect pureblood heir as one could imagine. He was well mannered and very polite. He had learned to read and write a while back, and now had a very beautiful Hand writing. He had taken a keen interest in books, and they were his best friends. He loved to read about the great wizarding tales and story of great wizards.
He also spends his usual regime of quidditch with Pollux and practiced the game for hours. The only change was, Draco also joined them after Corvus' fifth birthday. Draco and Corvus became best friends over time. Daily, Narcissa would drop draco at the Black Castle, and the two kids studied and played the whole day.
One day Corvus and Draco had a huge fight, when Draco cheated in Quidditch. Finally Draco couldn't take anymore and he punched Corvus, which made him very angry and he started shaking with rage. He only saw Red, and suddenly there was a large BOOM and all the windows on the back side of the castle shattered into tiny pieces. Both boys turned in fear at the sight. Everyone rushed at the back of the castle with wands in their hands.
"What happened?" asked a terrified Remus as he checked his Godson. Said godson was just shocked. He was angry at a point and only thought of damaging something or someone and then there was a loud BOOM followed by window shattering. Sirius turned around and gaped as he saw that all of the windows till second floor were shattered. He turned around when Draco stammered something.
Draco was shocked to the core when there was a huge explosion. He then looked at his brother in fear. He couldn't believe what happened. He heard Remus ask what happened and turned and spoke in a fearful stuttering voice. "w-we had a-an argu-ment and I p-punched C-Cory, and after t-two seconds w-windows broke". Everyone stared at the boy then at Corvus. Accidental magic was very common; in fact it proves that you are not a squib. Usually accidental magic occurs when a wizard or witch feels strong emotions like anger or sadness, but accidental magic of this intensity was unheard of. Everyone stared at him in shock and surprise. Their minds were still processing the information.
Corvus looked around to see everyone staring back at him and tears started forming in his eyes. Pollux was the first to register this and exclaimed "Wow! that was awesome. I am so proud of you Cory. Accidental magic and this powerful! Oh Great Merlin! How did you manage it?" asked Pollux picking up a sad child. Everyone regained themselves and understood what happened. They understood they were staring at Corvus making him uncomfortable. Sirius was the first one to regain him from the remaining ones and he too beamed at his son being so powerful. He walked up to him and patted his back. He noticed a lone tear escaping from his son's eye and wiped it.
"There is nothing wrong in it Cory. It was an accident. It happens to all, not this powerful, but it does happen." He planted a kiss on his son's forehead and said "I am proud of you Cory". The small boy smiled and beamed a little. All the others also came and congratulated on his first magic and talked how he could become the next Merlin which made him happier.
At Dinner that day, Sirius announced that on Cory's sixth birthday, which was 2 months away, they would begin Cory's training. There were nods of agreement, as no one wanted to see that kind of accident again. To say Cory was exited that he would learn to perform magic. He started bickering about how great wizard he will be. He failed to notice his family members, whose chest swelled in pride at his antics.
After 2 months, on Cory's sixth birthday, there was a small family gathering held at the Black castle. When Sirius told them about Cory's accidental magic, everyone gaped like a fish and stared at Cory, who just blushed at the attention. People were very happy. Cassiopeia gave a tight hug. Everyone was ecstatic at the news, according to Pollux, Cory was the strongest black ever. Every black had a gleam in their eyes, as they thought that House of Black will once again show their Dominance in the Wizarding Britain.
House of Black was one of the great 28 wizarding families in Britain. It was one of the richest if not the richest family with vast history from the times of Merlin himself. Many fine wizards and witches were born in this family, however, over the time the family lost its influence and glory in the wizarding world. Continuous inbreeding through generations, to keep the line 'Pure', produced Squibs in the family. Many considered them a stain on the wizarding world, but blacks did not. Instead, the squibs were sent to Muggle world to live their lives. The squib Blacks were considered royalty as well in the muggle world. Being one of the richest families in the muggle Britain had its perks.
The House always stayed neutral in every war, but was slightly tilted towards the Dark side. It was like they were just waiting for the cookie being offered for their allegiance. They had Power, Money, and Influence. None of the Dark lord could offer something better, so they remained neutral. Some members defied the house and joined the Lords, resulting in their disownment. Most of the black weren't the type to bow to anyone, they considered themselves as rulers, and were made to rule. However,The House did not produce any extra ordinary magical talent in a century and lost its importance, but soon everything was going to change. They would finally regain their respect, status and dominance in the world. Corvus would once again bring the house to its former Glory.
As promised, Sirius started Corvus' training. For fisrt few months it only consisted of theoretical knowledge. in all the subjects, he found potions and charms the best. He also was forced to meditate for an hour, much to his displeasure. Remus explained that meditation helps in getting better control over the magic, and expands the magical reserves. since Sirius was busy with his family business and his responsibilities as the Lord Black, Remus had taken upon himself to educate the child.
After 3 months of boring theory, finally Corvus was given some practical knowledge. Although potions was the only subject on which he could perform a practical, but he loved it. His grandmother taught him that potion brewing was similar to the cooking. You have to know your ingredients, and you will do great.
Remus and his grandmother took him to the greenhouse, by the castle, to learn about the plants and ingredients used in the potions. Remus showed him how to brew a potion properly. He wasn't allowed to touch the cauldron and only simplest of the potions were brewed, but the little kid was so amazed that he would just love to see the process, and eventually stir or add non-explosive or mild ingredients to the cauldron. He was natural with the potions. He showed the perfect attention, alertness and care required for making a potion. He carefully did what was instructed and performed the task to the perfection. He also learned some basic charms, but was unable to perform as he didn't have any wand. He hated Arithmacy, something with applying to much of brains. He was a genius for his age, but didn't show any interest in the subject.
He was also fascinated with magical creatures; he would often accompany his great aunt to learn about the creatures. He always was fascinated at the sight of mysterious animals.
In all of his new work, he however never missed his quidditch practice. Pollux was adamant about his training in the game. He also had created a training regime for his Great grandson, which included running a bit of stretching exercises and some yoga. He wanted Cory to be a fit sportsperson. Everyone was relieved that Pollux had not started Pushups and crunches in his regime. That would definitely break the young fellow. His aim became better, and now he learned how to spin the ball and shoot a curve throw. Pollux made sure that harry could throw with both hands to avoid time lapase in shot. It also benefitted him, as now he was amphidextrous in all his work.
Corvus also developed a pranking streak, which ran in all the males of the Black family. If people thought Sirius was dangerous, well his son was simply a Nightmare. He came up with the ideas, which nobody would have even guessed. On day when a family get together was arranged, he and his brother in Crime, Draco managed to turn everyone's hair a most bright and girly shade of pink. Much to displeasure of everyone, they couldn't find the countercurse or antidote and had to go to their respective work for a week in the same condition.
Sirius, Orion and Pollux, couldn't be more proud. They were the most dangerous pranksters of their time, and the six and a half year old had pranked them, like they were nothing. They all nodded to each other, and stood up in a dramatic way, wiped a fake tear and Saluted at Corvus. "You sir, are a true Black, Please teach us your ways in the magnificent art of Pranking" begged Pollux in a dramatic way which earned snickers from everyone in the room.
Remus also looked at his godson with pride. He also thought back at his time with mauderers and how good they were with the pranks. It truly was an art which required skill, intelligence and proper planning. Corvus at such small age manage to do this, and to the greatest pranksters of all time.
On Corvus' seventh birthday, again there was a small family gathering, with annual Malfoys versus Blacks quidditch game. Like every year, Blacks were the winners. Sirius happily tossed the quaffle which went towards the woods. Corvus sighed and went to collect it. After passing through some bushes he picked up the quaffle and started to return back to the castle. He took a step and heard some voice behind him.
#Well well well… what do we have here, a two legged sssstupid monkey, you sssshall be my dinner# Corvus turned and froze when he saw a 5 feet long long snake, who had his toungue sticking out.
#Pleasssse don't eat me, I asssure you Mr. Sssnake that I am not tasssty# exclaimed Corvus quickly with his hands in defensive position. The snake stared at him for few minutes and hissed #A-a sssspeaker….my mother told me about them, but you are the firssst one I have ever met. Itsss an honour Massster# the snake bowed.
Corvus gave confused look and said #Of course I am a sssspeaker, everyone sssspeakes. You are an extraordinary ssssnake, how are you able to sssspeak in English?# asked Corvus. Snake looked at him in curiosity and hissed #Let me assure you massster, it isss you who are ssspeaking in the noble language of sssnakes# Corvus was shocked to hear, his mind was racing, how could he speak to a snake. His brain went over to the class with his grandmother about Hogwarts and its founder. His eyes widened, when he remembered that Salazar Slytherin himself spoke to snakes. He remembered how evil he was, as books portrayed him. He thought everyone would hate him for this. Everyone will now think that he is a freak and evil person. A loud hissing broke his trance.
#Massster…Massster…MASSSTER…# Corvus turned his head towards the snake. #Massster, can I pleassse come with you asss your familiar.# Corvus nodded dumbly and started walking towards the Castle. Snake gave a happy hissing and followed his new master.
When harry came out from the bushes, he saw everyone was waiting for him, everyone smiled looking at him. He gave a small smile and walked ahead.
Sirius was waiting for his son, to bring the Quaffle. He looked as the bushes once again shaked, and Corvus came out. He gave happy smile, and motioned him to come over. As corvus took few steps Sirius saw a huge snake slithering behind him. He felt fear after a long time, seeing a massive snake moving after his son he was terrified to the core. He did what any other father would do in the situation,With a reflex action he took his wand out and ran towards his son shouting "Move Corvus, there is a snake behind you"
Corvus was broken out of his thought process and saw his terrified father running towards him with a wand in his hand shouting something about a snake. Behind his father he saw all of his family running towards him with their wands out. When he heard the word snake, he looked behind him, a terrified snake who looked him with pleading eyes. He then took a step back and sat on one knee in front of the snake with his hands up in the year. He then shouted "It is okay dad, He won't harm me or anyone. He is a friend."
Everyone had a single thought, 'protect Corvus at all cost'. When they reached near him, and heard him defending the snake, everyone was just stunned. "W-what are you saying, move out of there, the snake can bite you" said a stuttering Remus. "No he won't. He said he wanted to be my Familiar" he turned to the snake and hissed #Tell them you won't hurt me…uh…wait whats your name# the snake looked at between shocked people and his master. #Massster, my mother called me Sssythia and I am a female# the snake turned to the remaing humans and hissed #I won't hurt my Massster# and looked towards Corvus.
Corvus blushed at his mistake and hissed #I am ssso sssorrry, Sssythia I didn't know your gender and jusssst assumed you would be male, By the way my name is Corvusss# he then turned to his family and said "Did you hear that, she just said that she won't hurt me, now put the wand away, you are scaring her"
Everyone looked in shock as Corvus turned towards the snake and hissed something, then snake hissed back and looked at them, they all cringed when she hissed at them as tosaying something and turned towards Corvus. While Corvus blushed and then looked apologetic. He then turned to them and said "Did you hear that, she just said that she won't hurt me, now put the wand away, you are scaring her."
Everyone was gaping like a fish and breathing heavily. They just couldn't process the information. Corvus got a bit scared and turned to his father. Sirius looked at Corvus with just one thought 'Corvus is a Parseltongue'. The thought ran again and again in his head and with a loud thump he fainted.
The thump broke everyone's trance and they realized that they were again staring at the poor boy who was now scared. Everyone shook their heads and beamed at the situation. This time Orion was the first person to recompose himself and he exclaimed "What a brilliant day! A Parselmouth Black. I never thought that I would live to see the moment. Oh god, wait till everyone hears about this. Haha, best day for the House of Black." "We have been blessed by the great Salazar himself. Oh my cory, you will be the strongest wizard ever." Said pollux proudly with glitter in his eyes. He moved forward to hug his Grandson, only to stop in front of a wildly hissing snake. The snake apparently saw Pollux coming towards her master and slithered in front of him raising her body and opening her mouth to show large fangs and protect her master. Corvus saw this and gently rubbed her head hissing #itsss okay sythia he won't hurt me, He is my Great grandfather# the snake looked back and nodded and slithered back.
Pollux came forward and gave a bone crushing hug to his Great Grandson. Corvus was released by Pollux, only to be group hugged by his Grandparents. Walburga had tears of joy in her eyes. "This calls for celebration, let's go inside" exclaimed Pollux with a fist in the air. Everyone started moving when they heard a groan. They turned to see Sirius waking up with a hand on his head and said rubbing his eyes "I had the weirdest dream, Corvus was a Parselmouth and had 5 feet snake with him" he opened to see smirking faces, he turned to see Corvus who had a raised eyebrow and a 5 feet long snake around his shoulders. Sirius stared at him for a second and again fainted. Everyone laughed at him. "Moppy" exclaimed Walburga and an elf appeared with a pop. "yes lady Walburga, what can moppy do for her?", " bring Sirius back to castle and prepare the food" ordered Walburga politely. "Yes moppy shall do that" squeaked the elf. Then everyone started walking back in the house.
In the house everyone sat in living room very excited. Everyone just stared at Corvus with a face splitting grin. Said boy just sat on one of the chairs blushing slightly from all the praises. His new familiar coiled on his lap studying everyone present in the room. He looked up to see everyone grinning at him, waiting for him to say something. "What?" asked Corvus in a nervous voice. "say something in Parseltongue, introduce us to your new friend" said a very excited Orion.
Corvus sighed and hissed #Ssssythia, meet my family. Thossse are my grandparentssss, thosssse are my great grandparentssss, the lady over there isss my Great Aunt, you would like her, sssshe is exsspert on magical animalssss. That man is my godfather and the man lying on the sssssofa is my father. The ssscared boy over there is my cousssin.# Everyone noted the snake looked at them when Corvus pointed them and nodded and kind of bowed its head. It then turned to him and hissed something; he then looked up and said "She says it is an honor to meet you all. By the way her name is Sythia." Everyone beamed at this, and gave a warm smile. Cassiopeia stood up and reached and looked at the snake analyzing her. She was amazed by the snake, long, strong muscles, covered by black scales, with large mouth. She then looked on its head and gasped. Between her eyes were, the scales had a dark shade of green. The shock was evident, Corvus noticed it and asked "what is the mater Aunt Cassiopeia?". She looked up and said "Cory, this is no ordinary snake, this is considered rarest species and most dangerous after the mighty Basilisk." To say, everyone in the room was stunned in the room. Sirius had woken up before the conversation had began and asked "what do you mean aunt?". She turned and said "This is a Venenosa Python, one of the most deadly and rarest species, it is even rare to see one. It is purely magical snake, can grow upto 15-20 feets. It is highly poisonous and also a constrictor. Nobody knows its poison's potency, some say it depends on how powerful its bonded is, others say it depends upon age. The last Venenosa's poison had enough potency to kill over 600 people with just a drop. It can adjust its own size and are expert hunters. Many also says, that Salazar himself was the first ever to bond with them."
Everyone stared between Cassiopeia, Corvus and Sythia. Everyone just had one thought in their mind 'We have Salazar reborn!'. They were broken out of their trance by Corvus who was currently hissing between his laughs. Everyone stared him with curiosity, he looked up said "we were just discussing her living arrangements, she asked if she could eat moppy, I was just explaining her that house elfs have to be left alone, by the way she says, that we won't have pest problems from now own, so instruct the elfs not to capture the rats. Everyone gave a small chuckle. Suddenly there was a pop, "moppy has ready the dinner" Corvus jumped from his chair and exclaimed "alright! Time to eat come Sythia!" everyone watched the young boy run towards the dining room and the snake following him. This was really a… exceptional day.
Time flew by easily. People and the elfs alike had now adjusted to a new presence in the house. In the beginning everyone used to freak out seeing a snake in the house, but few months later everyone adjusted. However no matter how many times they saw it, they were highly amazed at the sight of Corvus conversing to Sythia. It was truly a remarkable sight. Sythia had also grown a soft corner for Corvus. She used to sleep on Corvus' bed coiled around him and him hugging her. She caressed him like her own son. Once Sirius walked in his room only to find both of them sleeping peacefully, he immediately called every family member, and everyone cooed at the cute sight. Sythia's motherly nature was remarkable at the full moons. She would sense the 'Moony' in Remus and always stood between him and Corvus.
Corvus was well ahead in his subjects. He had covered till third year in potions and Charms and till second year in other subjects. He had also made all the potions correctly from the first year.
On his Eighth birthday, there was a huge party in which all the renowned wizarding families were invited. There was a huge reception in the front yard of the Black Castle. Many aurors were also stationed across the perimeter. It would be the first time, Corvus would meet people of his age, and so he was ecstatic. He wore the best dress robes, that his father had bought him and gracefully arrived at the party. Sirius introduced him to many important people and he met them gracefully, as he should. Everyone was impressed by his manners and polite attitude. During the feast Pollux stood up and made drew everyone's attention by lifting his goblet and stroking it gently by his spoon. "Many I have everyones attention… today we are here to celebrate the birthday of my Great Grandson Corvus Black. He is a Wonderful great grandson, and I am proud of him... Come here Cory!". Corvus graciously stood and walked towards Pollux. Pollux then put a hand around his shoulders and said "on this lovely occasion I have an announcement to make" he then took out a small box and handed it to Corvus. He opened it and saw a Platinum ring with a big black diamond in the centre. His eyes widened, when he realize what it was. "I Pollux Arctucus Black, as the eldest of The Most ancient and Noblest House of black, accept Corvus Sirius Black as the heir of the House, so mote it be". Pollux said with a big smile on his face, and motioned a very stunned Corvus to wear the ring. As soon as he pu the ring on his ring finger of the right hand, a black swirl erupted from ring and settled down, and got fixed on Corvus' finger. He felt a sudden rush of magic and then it was over, he was officially made the heir ti the House of Black.
Everyone clapped and looked in awe at the young man. The blacks looked proudly at him, and ever stoic Walburga wiped a small, never existing tear from her eyes. After dinner everyone went at the back of the Castle for the annual Quidditch game. but this time, it wasn't between the Blacks and Malfoys but between the kids. Draco introduced him to several kids, like Blaise Zabini, Crabbe and Goyle, Marcus Flint, Roger and Tracey Davis, Daphne Greengrass, Pansy Parkinson, Cedric Diggory
The teams were decided as, Marcus, Draco, Crabbe and Cedric in one team and Corvus, Blaise, Roger and Goyle in another. The match was very exciting. Soon everyone came back and saw the match. Everyone was amazed at the skills of Corvus. He disabled many attacks, and from Marcus and Draco and scored quite a points. Corvus and Roger were very comfortable with each other, and quickly formed strategies. After an hour Corvus' team was leading with 310-160 and soon it was ended when Cedric caught the snitch and the match was declared as a tie. Corvus scored 230 points, which amazed everyone. Marcus came to him and said, "Man that was awesome, some set of skills you got there. I Play for Slytherin in Hogwarts. If you end up in Slytherin, consider a fixed spot on the team."
After many congratulations he went to talk to his new friends. Everyone seemed quite nice, but one Pansy Parkinson annoyed him to no end, she would just fawn over him, and her high pitched voice just irritated him. Soon party was over and everyone was on their own way.
After everyone left, Pollux took Corvus to the dungeons, where there was a large vault door. He applied his blood to it, and the door opened. He took out a box and locked the vault. He then walked towards Corvus and handed the box to him. he opened the box to see a wand. "this Corvus is my grandfather's, this will be you companion till we can get you a new wand." Explained Pollux. "but why" asked Corvus nervously. Pollux laughed and said "well, from now on, you represent our family. And we can't train you properly without a want" Corvus beamed at this and hugged his great grandfather muttering thank you. Finally… finally he would do some real magic.
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