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Chapter 2

Sonya contemplated the new phone in her one hand, and the piece of paper in her other. She looked up and across the sea as the ship moved through the sea. The plan to their final destination was convoluted. A cruise across to France, then along the coast further into Europe. After touring Europe for a while, they would then visit the Canary Islands, before heading to their final destination- New Zealand. But only after Kingsley, Remus and Tonks were sure they were not being followed.

Taking a deep breath, Sonya dialled the number, before saving it to her phone, the third contact in there. And then she hit call. It rang three times before he answered. "Hello?"

"Jaheem?" She asked, voice hesitant.

"Rose! I was beginning to think you would not call! So you finally got a phone?"

"Yeah. And I've been accepted into The University of Auckland in New Zealand. I'm actually going to become a doctor."

"That is wonderful news! Did anyone give you any hassle over it?"

"Well, me and a few others kind of just… left. We left a brief note so no one would worry anything had happened, but it didn't explain where we were going or why. I'd rather not get hounded by people from home. In fact Kingsley insisted on ensuring they couldn't find us."

"Why?"

"He's just protective of me. Say's I deserve more than what they would try to force me into."

"He is right. You should not be forced into anything. No matter what it is. Yes, the police force is an honourable profession, but if you do not wish to go down that path, or are unsure, you should not be pushed."

"So, have you graduated yet?"

"Yes, but I did not attend the ceremony. I returned home early instead to see my father instead. After all, I have my certificate in this degree."

"This degree?"

"I am contemplating beginning another in science. Besides, I hear Auckland is a wonderful school."

Sonya laughed. "That would be great, but I doubt you would be able to get in so late. Perhaps next year."

"No, I think you underestimate what money and a good family name can achieve. You never know, perhaps we will see each other on campus this year, no?"

"Maybe we will. I think I would like that. But why would you need another degree?"

"You can never know too much when it comes to knowledge that can help others. Back home, my having a good grounding in business and science can help not just myself, but my people too."

"It sounds like a plan, Jaheem. Have you had a chance to read Donne?"

"I have, and you were absolutely right, the conflict and emotion in his work is astounding!"

At dinner that night, Sonya could not help smiling, when Hermione asked her what had made her so happy, all she had said was that she had a very good conversation with someone. And so the days passed, with Sonya speaking to Jaheem for an hour at least each night before dinner, both of them catching each other up on their days, while she saw more of the world than she ever thought possible. It was in Turkey where they found a ritual to remove a Horcrux from a living host, something that Kingsley had been searching for, since he had overheard a conversation between Dumbledore and Snape. He had refused to believe that Sonya had to die to be rid of the taint.

"The soul mate of my Prince will not be consumed by this matter- no matter what you choose to do with your life. I will ensure you are free to do it!"

Thankfully, they had access to the wealth needed to get to the resources in the first place. It had been incredibly shocking to Sonya to learn that she had inherited a much bigger fortune than she had once thought. She was one of the richest people in the world, with several businesses to her name. The ritual had been painful and she had screamed until her voice had packed in, before sleeping for a week straight. When she finally spoke to Jaheem again, she was able to convince him she had just been bed ridden with some sort of bug, and that there was no need for him to panic. Her weak voice had helped to convince him.

They reached New Zealand four days before her birthday, and moved into an apartment that was overlooking the bay. It was big enough for all five of them, with two guest rooms left over. It was spaced over two levels and had everything they would need, and more.

It was when Hermione and Sonya got the chance to tour their future campus, Sonya as a medical student and Hermione as a law student, that Sonya received a surprise. "Jaheem?" She asked, laughing in shock when she laid eyes on him.

He grinned as he walked towards her. "Hello Rose. It's good to see you again. Are you feeling better now?"

"Much, yes. What are you doing here?"

"I enrolled! Joint honours Physics and Technology. And this must be your friend Mya," He smiled at Hermione and extended his hand. "I am Jaheem, Rose and I have been corresponding for a while now."

"Yes, she told me, eventually. It is nice to meet you. Though I am shocked that you're here."

"I found this University and its courses appeared interesting."

Hermione just smirked. She highly doubted it was the University that had drawn his attention. Sonya on the other hand…

"Well, we'll have to meet up at some point. Now if you'll excuse us, we have a tour to get to."

"Of course. I will see you soon, Rose. It was nice to meet you, Mya."

"You as well, Jaheem."

"You never told me he was cute," Hermione nudged her friend as they waked away.

"Now you sound like Lavender," Sonya shook her head.

"You know, I think he likes you."

"What gave you that idea?"

"Oh, that he just happened to push to get himself enrolled in the same university as you- in a foreign country to boot!"

"Oh shush," she said, but she could not quite hide the smile.

They started their lessons and Sonya felt exhilarated at the anonymity of being just another student. The work was difficult, but she enjoyed it immensely. It was stimulating, to be learning new things, solely for purpose of helping people. The next few years were going to be challenging but satisfying. She found herself making friends and going out. This way of socialising was new for both her and Hermione, but Remus, Tonks and Kingsley were all thrilled. This was what they were hoping to achieve- to give the girls a chance at life and not force them to be victims of a war when they were so young. They were already hurting from what they had been through, but healing now would be easier as they had been through far less than they would have if they had stayed.

Kingsley had remembered the first time he had met Sonya, and had realised whose name was on her wrist. He had been a part of the group sent to collect her before her fifth year. She had been smaller than he had expected and looked unwell. But then he had seen the inside of her wrist, completely by accident, and realised he had met the soul mate of his prince and that her life was in danger. His first instinct had been to contact his colleagues back home, to alert the royal family, but he had waited until he could speak to her in private, without the others knowing. Sonya had begged him not to let anyone know, because she did not want anyone else to be hurt by Voldemort, she did not want the conflict to spread. She knew that if Voldemort found out who her soul mate was, and that he was the heir to the throne of a country, he would attack them mercilessly to get to her. So, he had resolved to protect her, and get her away from the war as soon as possible. He had of course found allies in Sirius Black and Remus Lupin, but Tonks had been a surprise, but a welcome bonus. Hermione too. It was much easier to convince Sonya, seeing as her best friend would be coming with them. And now Sonya was as safe as she was likely to get. Now he just had to try and convince her to come to Wakanda and meet Prince T'challa.

"Rose," Jaheem caught up to her on her second week. He did not ask her real name just yet, because he felt that he would then have to tell her who he was, and he wanted her to get to know him as a person, not as a prince.

"Hey, how are your classes going?"

"Well. Very well, I am enjoying. You?"

"Oh, it's fascinating. I'm glad I decided on this course, so, what's up?"

"I was wondering if you wanted to meet up this Friday? Perhaps we could go see a film, get something to eat?"

"That sounds wonderful. My classmates were all talking about this Chinese place, which is near the cinema. Apparently it's really good."

"That sounds wonderful. What time should I pick you up?"

"We should probably find out what times films are showing first, before we choose a time. And I only have a lecture in the morning, so any time after would be fine by me."

"I can have a look on my phone now, if you want and then we can plan something," he said, pulling his phone from his pocket.

She nodded. "That sounds great!" They looked through everything and decided and they agreed to meet up at her place. Normal, Sonya decided, was a nice feeling.

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