Lucius Malfoy was sitting in his seat at the Board of Governors meeting in Hogshead, the town not far from the school that they were about to discuss. Everyone here read the stories in the Profit and was looking for blood. He knew of several board members who sent Howlers to the 'esteemed' headmaster over the mistreatment of one Harry Potter. Lucius may not like the boy who took his master from him, but even he was appalled by what the headmaster did. He had to repress a shiver at the thought of any child being raised by muggles who hated magic. Lucius mentally shook himself out of his thoughts to the meeting that was about to take place. Seeing that everyone was here, he rose from his seat while calling for order.

"I call to order this emergency meeting of the Board of Hogwarts's Governors. Lady Longbottom, since it is you who called for this meeting the floor is yours." Lucius sat down while Augusta Longbottom stood up.

"Thank you, Lord Malfoy. I will get to the point. I am sure that we have all read Rita Skeeter's articles over the past few days. I have been able to verify that there is a criminal investigation going on against Dumbledore. It seems the Ms. Skeeter was kind, to say the least, considering from what I've been able to find out." There were whispers around the room while many blanched at the thought. Everyone knew that Rita Skeeter was someone who liked to reveal every speck of dirt she found. To hear that she didn't made many think that Dumbledore was doing something much worse. The banging of the gravel silenced the room and brought everyone's attention back to Lucius.

"I know that you are all appalled about the indication that Dumbledore is doing something so evil that not even the vial woman that is Rita Skeeter would hesitate to even publish it is not the reason why Lady Longbottom has called for this meeting. Let her continue before we go to the discussion part of this meeting."

"Thank you, Lord Malfoy. I know that what has been printed by Rita Skeeter is shocking, but it also reveals that we have been lacking in our responsibilities to the students of Hogwarts. Dumbledore has run the school without our input or approval. Hogwarts was once considered one of the top schools in the world. Now, out of 27 independent schools around the world, we are ranked 24th. You don't want to know our ranking once you include government schools." There were some grumblings, but before it could be carried away, Augusta started speaking again.

"I believe that it is time to correct this grave injustice. On that note, I put forth this solution. As stated in the schools bylaw, we as the governors can implement a school wide review of classes, teachers, punishments and safety. We can see how the classes are carried out and if there needs to be any changes either in the lesson plans or the teachers themselves. We can also see how the teachers issues punishments for any wrong doing and see if it actually matches the rule breaking. Safety is also reviewed. Mostly to see if the teachers or perfects misuse their power, how the school handles bullying, as well as how the staff handles any type of dangerous situation that might arise externally or internally. If we all vote this thru, then we can discuss who will go as our representative." Augusta sat down and looked around the other governors.

What she was suggesting was big, especially since something like this hasn't happened since Dumbledore took office as headmaster. Hopefully someone will second the motion in the next two minutes or her motion would die on the floor, something that she doesn't want. Surprisingly, it was seconded, but by someone who was usually on the other side of arguments, Lucius Malfoy.

"I second Lady Longbottom's motion. We must make sure that Dumbledore's mechanics only reached toward Heir Potter and not to every child under his care. For if Dumbledore could do this to Harry Potter, imagine what he is willing to do to all of our children." That seemed to cement everyone's decision. They might have different ideals, but they all agreed that their children were important. And if Dumbledore could do this to the wizard world's savior, what could he do to their children.

Augusta nodded toward Lucius. They may have different ideas about how purebloods behaved in relation to the Old Ways, but that doesn't mean that they couldn't agree on somethings. With a unanimous vote towards the school wide review, Augusta took out a sheet of paper to alert the headmaster that he will be hosting a visitor or two for the school year.

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Hogwarts Under Review

That's right everyone. After the unsettling news, brought forth by myself, Hogwarts governors have decided that it's time to review Dumbledore and his running of Britain's top school. When asked about this, the governors had this to say:

Lady Augusta Longbottom: "We have been lax in our responsibility to the school, its teachers, and most importantly its students. This will now change to insure the safety of our children."

Lord Lucius Malfoy: "When the emergency meeting was called forth by Lady Longbottom, it was to bring us all together to bring back the honor that Hogwarts once was. Not only that, there is the possibility that Dumbledore has been left unchecked, and our children have suffered."

What did Lord Malfoy mean by that? Well, it seems that Hogwarts is no longer the top, premier school Albus Dumbledore will wish for you to believe. Since his appointment as headmaster the Defense Against the Dark Arts (DADA) has had a revolving door of teachers. There is also the ghost that teaches History of Magic who is almost guaranteed to put the most insomniac person to sleep. Not only that, but out of 27 independent schools like Hogwarts, our beloved school is ranked 24. This means that in over the 50 years that Dumbledore had been headmaster, our school has fallen 21 rankings.

With this disturbing news, as well as the trouble Dumbledore is experiencing, the governors are appointing a High Inquisitor to review the classes and teachers to see what or who needs to be changed to insure that Hogwarts returns to its former glory. We hope that whoever is appointed to the role is able to win this uphill battle.

Written by Rita Skeeter

Hogwarts' Charter page 2

Independent Schools of the Wizarding World page 4

History of Hogwarts page 5

Ranking of Hogwarts' Headmasters page 7

Harry put down the newspaper after reading Rita's latest work. His first thought was surprise, but it was closely followed by relief. With someone watching Dumbledore, for however long he was at the school, Harry wouldn't have to completely worry about Dumbledore's revenge for the trouble he's in. That didn't mean that he was going to completely relax around the headmaster, but at least there was a buffer between the two. Harry was brought out of his thoughts by Tombs shuffling into the room. Harry looked at the clock over the stove and saw that it was 7:30. He was a little surprised since Tombs made it clear that he wasn't a morning person. For the two days that they've been at the Sight Inn, Tombs awoke near 9am and in need of coffee to be civil.

"Morning, kid. Anything interesting in the paper today?" Tombs grumbled as he poured himself a cup of coffee.

"It seems that Hogwarts is getting a High Inquisitor this year. I guess the bad press Dumbledore is getting is causing them to act." Tombs hummed while taking a gulp from his cup. "Not to be nosy, but why are you up so early? I remember you being a little testy when you're up before eight."

"Usually, kid, but I do have days that I actually get up at a respectable time. How about you? I thought that you would be sleeping in?" Harry shrugged his shoulders while finishing off the last of his pancakes.

"I'm usually up around six, so waking up at seven is sleeping in for me." Tombs nodded at this before taking another gulp of coffee. He didn't care if it was hot, it was the juice of the gods to him.

"What do you want to do today?"

"I'm thinking about looking around the alleys and see what types of shops there are. I really haven't been able to see them that much. I also wanted to read some more of my books."

"I thought you read all of your school books? By the way you've been devouring them I would think that you read them all twice if I didn't know better." Harry snorted at this. Even though he and Tombs have only known each other for a couple of days, Harry felt relaxed around him. It was strange to be able to snort at an adult, but refreshing just the same.

"I've read the first two chepters of my history, transfiguration, and charms book already. I want to get started on my defense, potions, and magical creators books over the next couple of days. I also want to start on some of my other books as well, especially my etiquette, law and healer books."

"Lofty goals, kid. I might be able to help you with some of the etiquette and healer subjects since most curse breakers are taught that."

"You are?"

"Don't sound so surprised. We do have to deal with some high end clients during our work. It wouldn't be good if we scare away clients if we eat like wild hogs or insult them. Plus, with the dangerous work, we need to know at least the basic healer techniques. It can mean the difference between life and death if we can help stabilize someone before we can get them to a Healer." Harry nodded his head at this.

It made sense since Tombs explained that some work sites were miles underground and sometimes the protections around the sight prevents easy access in or out of the area. Either way, it would be good to have a little extra help on some of the subjects he was studying. Harry knew that he won't be able to learn everything before going off to Hogwarts, but it was a start. Hopefully, he would be able to find someone there to help him with his extra studying.

"We should also go to the apothecary to get you some more of your medicine while we're out. You only have enough until September 1, when you go to Hogwarts. It will be a good idea to have some more since we don't know what they have in stock. An extra week or two will be good to have, especially if you decide to use an outside source to get them." Harry nodded his head in agreement.

"I was wondering about something. How would I be able to get a subscription to a muggle newspaper? I don't really want to be completely cut off."

"Understandable. Write a letter to the goblins with the newspapers that you want to subscribe to and they will take care of everything for you. You'll get it through the mailbox that they give you. If you want, you can also complete your muggle education."

"I can!" Harry couldn't help the surprised look that crossed his face. Because of his uncle, Harry always had to do worse than Dudley in school. Considering that Dudley usually got D's, that was really hard for Harry who would spend time in the library learning while hiding from Dudley and his gang.

"Yeah, I believe there is a company out there that provides muggle course work for muggleborn and half-borns who want to get an education in both worlds. The goblins should know more about it if you want to see if your interested."

"Yeah, but how does it work?"

"From my understanding, the company gives you workbooks that you go over. Every month there are worksheets and essays that you have to owl back to them. The work gets graded and returned. I'm not sure about how the test are given, but I'm sure that's all explained when signing up."

"Okay, I'll write to the goblins while you finish your breakfast."

"Yeah, we can then look around the alleys." Harry got up from the table and ran to his temporary room to start writing to Ragnorock about the newspapers he wanted as well as his muggle education. Finally he wouldn't have to dumb himself down because of Dudley. Tombs almost laughed at him while pouring himself another cup of coffee.

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Petunia Dudley was not a happy camper. It seemed to be going so well at first. The nephew that she never wanted was taken away, although he left them on the island without transportation and they had to get Dudley's tail removed, everything else was going fine. They no longer had to have him in their house. No longer was he a reminder of the things that Lily could do but she couldn't. No longer were those green eyes mocking her that her parents didn't see her as well off as Lily. Not as pretty or smart or as 'gifted' as Lily was.

But guess where that got her? Six feet under and a son that became a burden to good, 'normal' people who had no use for freakishness that got people killed. She tried her best, but she couldn't help to see Lily in Harry, or ignore the things he was able to do even at a young age. So she and Vernon tried their best to make sure that the little freak knew his place as well as trying to insure that he grew up normal. That wasn't abuse in her mind that was making sure that he was becoming a valued member of the community. But nobody seemed to understand that.

Now she and Vernon were in jail while Dudley was with Marge. They had handcuffed her while she was on her way to the book club. All of their neighbors saw her get taken away like a common criminal. Vernon was worse since they arrested him at his job. How do they expect him to get his job back when they do something like that? And her Dudley? Petunia was sure that he was worried sick about them and unable to eat without his parents with him.

This mess was all because of Harry. She may not be able to tell the court about the boy's freakishness, but she was sure that all the other trouble that Harry got into would show the court that they had to be a little heavy handed to make the boy behave.

Little did Petunia Dudley know that the court she was about to enter was a special division that combined muggle and wizarding court. This way when muggles caused harm to wizards, however rare it seemed to pureblood wizards, the muggle courts could handle the accused without the wizarding populace doing some muggle hunting. Both Petunia and Vernon will be in a surprise when they meet their court appointed lawyers.

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Albus Dumbledore was not having a good day let alone a good week. The articles of Skeeter, the fines that he had to pay as well as the loss of many heirlooms, and then his teachers turning against him. Now he's looking at the mail from the board as well as the accompanying newspaper article, it made him almost want to go on vacation.

But he wasn't going to run. Albus Dumbledore wasn't going to give the dark side the chance to rule or get a footing. He was going to call in all of his favors and then focus on Harry Potter. His initial plan may have backfired, but that doesn't mean that he couldn't rework the situation and bring Harry to him. Albus Dumbledore was the leader to the light, and Harry Potter was going to be his biggest contribution to the light side.

If Dumbledore wasn't so distracted, he might have noticed that Fawkes hasn't been seen for almost a week. It seems that the leader of the light wasn't following the light path anymore.

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Amelia Bones was sitting in her office wondering how one man could cause so much paperwork. Not only did Dumbledore contribute to the abuse of Harry Potter, but he also stole from him as well. That led her to think that he was stealing from another orphan or family.

Once she alerted the goblins to her train of thought, they immediately did an audit and found out that he was stealing from Sirius Black. Which lead back to the request to look into that man's trial, which never happened. It seems that Dumbledore and Crouch threw Sirius into Azkaban without a thought and Dumbledore seemed to have help himself. Since he didn't have authorization, the goblins reclaimed the money and fined Dumbledore even more.

Amelia let out a sigh at all the man did. At times she may not have liked the man, but she never thought that he would throw a potentially innocent man into prison. The minute she found out, she got Sirius out of Azkaban and into a Ministry holding cell for his trial happening the next day. Fudge tried to stop this, but Amelia kindly reminded him that he may be Minister of Magic, but not even he could stop this and that she could have him arrested if she thought that he was involved as well.

At the moment both Dumbledore and Crouch were going to trial about their conduct. Their punishment would be depending on the fact if Sirius was innocent or not. If Sirius was guilty, then they would only get a fine and probation, although Dumbledore would receive more since he was stealing from Sirius. But if Sirius was innocent, the both of them would have the possibility of a third of Sirius' jail time as well as repayment of 10,000 galleons for every year that he was imprisoned.

Looking over Sirius' file, she felt guilt for not looking into it more, but at the time she was just getting over losing most of her family, becoming Regent Bones, and suddenly becoming a parent to a little girl. The only relief she had was that she was doing something now, for him as well as his godson.