Chapter 6

The Burrow, Ottery St. Catchpole- June 24th1993

Harry, Ginny, and Mrs. Weasley returned in the early afternoon from Diagon Alley and unloaded their purchases to their respective places. After hanging up his robes and putting away the rest of his items, Harry headed back down stairs. As he did he heard Arthur Weasley enter the front door and saw him walk in the kitchen to greet his wife. Harry made is way slowly towards them.

"Mrs. Weasley, Mr. Weasley" Harry began to say nervously "I was wondering if I could talk to you both about Sirius Black."

Arthur's face paled as he turned shocked to his wife. Molly nodded with a knowing glance.

"Harry dearie, remember no more formal names, were family love. And Arthur and I would love to talk to you, please sit."

Mrs. Weasley began by explaining their trip to Gringott's and Harry's revelation of finding out that not only did he have a godfather but he was serving a life sentence in Azkaban.

"What is it that you would like to know ma boy?" Arthur asked.

"Who is he? Why is he my godfather and why is he in Azkaban for life?"

"Sirius Black was a friend of your fathers. We were not in Hogwarts at the same time, but we heard stories of your father, Sirius, Remus Lupin, and Peter Pettigrew. The four were joined at the hip. Your father and Sirius seemed to be the closest. I believe Sirius even stayed with your grandparents for a time. I'm assuming that since your mother only had a sister and your brother was an only child they named him your godfather."

"But how did he end up in Azkaban?"

"Well whenever your parents went into hiding they placed their home under a Fidelius charm. Do you know what that is?" Harry shook his head. "It is a charm that allows one person a Secret Keeper to hold information you want secret, for example an address. The only way anyone else can know where that address is, is to willingly tell another person. It is said that Black was your parents Secret Keeper. Many believed he became a follower of You-Know-Who and gave him the information to find the location of the house soon after your parents went into hiding. He was then confronted by Peter on a muggle street where he killed Pettigrew and 12 muggles, landing him a life sentence in Azkaban."

Harry could feel the mix of emotions coursing through his body. He was angry that his dad's best friend, the man that was his godfather was responsible for his parent's death. He was sad because his dad's own best friend betrayed him. And he was confused as to what happened in the few short years after Hogwarts that changed Black into the ruthless killer that he became. He couldn't hold it in any longer, he felt his anger take over him and tears preparing to burst from his eyes. He bolted from the table and ran outside.

Ginny was sitting on her bed reading a muggle story that Hermione had lent her. It was a story called "Pride and Prejudice". Ginny was enjoying the book as she felt her emotions go wild. She felt a strong sense of anger, then confusion, and sadness. She knew instantly that it was Harry and she rushed down to the kitchen. As she ran down she saw him running out into the yard and she followed him.

"Harry, what's wrong." She asked as she got closer to him.

"HE WAS THEIR FRIEND!" Harry yelled in no particular direction. As he yelled a sudden burst of magic left him and sent a ripple of magic around him. The burst was so strong it knocked Ginny off her feet and shook the Burrow. Several pictures fell from the wall and dishes from the counter and Mr. and Mrs. Weasley, Ron, Fred, and George ran outside. Harry stood there unaware of his outburst and continued to cry out in complete anger in the middle of the yard. Ginny, finding her feet again, walked over to him unfazed and did the only thing she could think of. She wrapped him in a hug and placed her head on his shoulder. Almost instantly Harry began to calm down and he began crying heavier as he placed his head-on Ginny's. The rest of the household watched as Harry and Ginny made their way to the ground Harry now placing his head-on Ginny's chest. Ginny stroked his hair softly neither saying a word. They could see Harry calming down. Mrs. Weasley shuffled the boys in stating Harry needed his space and dinner was almost ready. Ron mumbled something about Harry spending too much time with his sister and huffed off to get ready to dinner.

Harry, are you feeling better His tears slowing down now.

He was their friend and he betrayed them. My parents are dead because of him

Harry, who are you talking about

Harry explained the story that her parents had just told him.

Oh Harry I am so sorry.

I just wish I knew more, had more answers Gin.

Maybe you could talk to the other friend, Remus?

You think he would talk to me?

It doesn't hurt to try

Ginny sent positive vibes through the bond to Harry. They sat in complete silence for a while, neither of them conscious on the time. They were peaceful together. They stayed in the same position for a while until Mrs. Weasley called them for dinner.

"I'm not really hungry Gin, tell your mum thanks, but I just want to go lay down." Harry got up from the ground and made a silent trudge up to his bedroom.

Ginny woke the next morning weary of what the day would bring. She hadn't talked to Harry since the incident in the yard. She knew he was awake but he had blocked the bond. She had planned on going over to Luna's today but she wasn't sure if leaving Harry was a good idea.

Harry, are you awake

Yes he sounded defeated, even in his thoughts

I'm going over to Luna's today, would you like to join

No thanks

Do you need me to stay here?

No, you go have fun

Okay, if you need anything let me know. Don't forget Bill and Charlie will be coming by tonight or tomorrow for family dinner Sunday.

Ginny felt guilty leaving but she knew she was going to be any good here. She went downstairs ate a quick breakfast and headed over to the Lovegood's. Harry stayed in his bedroom even after Mrs. Weasley's yelled for the boys to wake up and head downstairs. She did not try to pry knowing that he was very upset. When lunch time came around and she still had not seen Harry she decided she needed to check on him. She knocked softly on the door and slightly opened it.

"Harry love, are you okay?"

"Yeah, I just need some space today."

"Okay dearie, I brought you a plate of food I'll leave it on the dresser." She said then walked out. The older woman sighed as she walked back downstairs clearly upset over the toll the news was taking on him. Harry decided it was best to try and eat something so he walked over to the dresser and began picking at the sandwich and sat down at the writing desk. Harry got a quill and parchment from his bag a began writing a letter. He was not sure if this was the right move but he felt he needed to send it. He quickly finished the letter, tied it to Hedwig's leg and returned back to bed.

The day passed by slowly as the rest of the Weasley household went along with their daily lives. Mrs. Weasley knitted in the living room most of the day Percy keeping her company as he read. Ron, Fred, and George played Quidditch, and Ginny stayed at Luna's.

Mr. Weasley returned home from work and began small conversation with Molly in the kitchen as she prepared supper. They sat talking when the floo lit up and their eldest son Bill walked out of it. Mrs. Weasley ran to greet him with her signature bone crushing hug and fond over him.

"Bill, I'm so glad you could make it!"

"I wouldn't miss it mum." Mrs. Wealsey had talked with Ginny and Harry and decided it was best to discuss the bond with the rest of the family before word got out on its own. She had called Charlie over to share the news with him and Bill came along as support, as well as to see his family. Bill greeted his father and brought his belongings up to his old room. He went back downstairs to play a little quidditch with his brothers. As the sun began to go down the group of boys made their way back inside.

"Oi, where's Potter? I just realized I haven't seen him since I've been back." Bill asked confused.

"Been hulled up in his room all day." Ron said almost bitterly.

"Harry's had some bad news, we're letting him have some time to himself." Arthur replied to his son.

Once again, the floo lit up, this time Ginny came through the flames. She looked rather tired and pale like she hadn't slept in days. She made her way in the kitchen where the rest of the family was waiting for dinner.

"Bill!" Ginny said as enthusiastically as possible. She ran to her big brother wrapping him in a hug.

"Hiya, sprout. Are you feeling okay?" He asked taking a look at her.

"Yeah, just tired is all." Bill shrugged it off and the siblings began talking.

As the family stood around talking and laughing with each other they heard a fait pop of apparition and looked out the kitchen window to see Charlie walking to the house. He walked through the door and was greeted by his family. Mrs. Weasley was first wrapping him in a hug, the Mr. Weasley, and Ginny. The other boys said their hellos. As Ginny was standing talking to Charlie she could feel herself grow more tired. She began swaying and her body felt impossible to move. She looked at Charlie trying to say something but couldn't muster the energy. She felt herself drift off and could hear the muffled voices of her concerned family before she went black. Luckily Charlie caught her and was able to place her on the sofa.

"Ginny!" Mrs. Weasley rushed to her daughter's side. "Arthur, do you think this is because of …?" She trailed off.

"If so someone needs to check Harry." He turned towards Bill with a knowing glance. Bill took off upstairs and noticed a sleeping Harry. He walked over and tried to wake him and no matter how much he shook the boy, he wouldn't wake.

"He's out too."

"Floo, Dumbledore" Arthur said to a confused Charlie.

"What's wrong with Ginny and Harry." Asked Ron to his father.

"We need to talk." Arthur told his sons as he looked concerned at his daughter.