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Chapter three:

I shivered as I tried to keep warm. A sudden snowstorm had hit just this morning. I had taken cover in a cave just a few moments ago and was now regretting not grabbing some wood. I shivered violently just as I heard a growl. I glanced back and saw a large and very wounded wolf laying on it's side. It's amber eye glared at me with a look of immense distrust. I held up and hand as I said, "I won't hurt you...I promise I won't...what happened to you?"

The wolf shivered violently as blood slowly bled from it's side. It spoke in a grizzly voice, "I was attacked by a group of men. My pack was slaughter with only my daughter and I left."

I frowned upon hearing that...hunters...A growl left my throat as I cursed. I spoke in a soft voice as I asked, "Where did they take her?"

"Why do you care boy?" The wolf growled.

"Because I will not allow a wolf to be taken by damn hunters," I shot back as I glanced at the wolf's wound.

He chuckled as he slowly stood. I held his gaze as he stood and bit back as gasp. He was a fucking Dire wolf...and not just any kind, but a northern dire wolf. Dire wolves are so rare that to be able to see one let alone talk to it is to be lucky...depending on if you live. I shivered at that thought, but ignored it as I watched him walk towards me. Northern Dire wolves are bigger than most wolves, but from what I can see he's an alpha. I took a deep breath just as he reached me, "If your so brave then what's your name and why are you in this place?"

I spoke truthfully and never allowed my gaze to waver, "I am Harry Evans. I am here to find my destined partner. What is your name?"

"Veris," He answered before grabbing me and tossing me onto his back to my surprise, "Hold on tight. I'll help you find them as I doubt you'll be able to survive in this storm long,"

"Why are you doing this?" I ask as I grab the wolf's thick fur.

"Because," He answered with a rueful voice as he took off running, "No one deserves to go in a fight alone. You are just a pup yet you're willing to fight for the sake of a wolf you've never met. A protector if any...you remind me of a woman I met a long time ago. She saved my pack and I from a group of hunters...you remind me of her...especially the eyes,"

Upon hearing the last part, I ask, "Was her name Lily? Lily Evans and did she have a wolf by her side that went by the name of Sun?"

He nodded, "How did you know pup?"

"She's my mother...she died when I was a year old. I don't know what happened to her wolf," I say causing him to nod.

"We're approaching the camp," He said after a few moments, "She was a good woman and her wolf was a damn good one. If your anything like them, you'll be able to win with my help...let's rescue my daughter,"

I jump off his back once I caught sight of the fire light. I easily unsheathed my blade and stuck it through the sentry's neck. Veris had already killed the other two and we snuck further into the camp. I killed or tied up the rest of the men that Veris didn't touch. Once we reached the center of the camp...my eyes locked on the wolf that sat in one of the cages. Fur the color of the silver moonlight on newly fallen snow. Eyes the color of freshly cut amber with emerald and sapphire flecks. I quickly got the cage opened after I snapped out of it. The wolf stared at me just as Varis howled. I took off towards the sound without another thought and found Veris fighting the leader of the band. Fur covered in either blood or wounds with fierce eyes. The wolf that had been in the cage gasped before saying, "Father..."

I blink before I saw the leader of the band strike Veris with his sword. Upon seeing the blood splatter I knew the wolf wouldn't survive. With a growl, I launched myself at the man and quickly stabbed him through the heart. I didn't wait for him to die as I turned to the old wolf and took out the med kit that I always carried so I could try to help him even if I knew he would not survive. The she-wolf was whimpering by his head as I approached and Veris chuckled tiredly as I tried to save him. His blood stained my hands by the time I shook my head. Sorrow filled me as I gazed at the dire wolf and said, "I'm sorry, but I can't...I tried...but I...I can't save you."

Veris chuckled as the she-wolf howled in misery, "I knew that I was going to die the moment my mate was killed...thank you for helping me save my daughter...your mother would be proud of you."

I felt tears fall as I tried to keep from sobbing. Wolves are beautiful creatures and to see a dire wolf die is the worst. The she-wolf spoke, "Father please don't leave me...what am I going to do without you...your my papa! Please daddy don't leave me..."

Veris chuckled tiredly as he nuzzled her, "My sweet snow...my sweet sweet snow you are the brightest thing in my life...to die saving you...die protecting you is my greatest battle. You should not cry my child...for even if I am gone from this world, I will be with your mother in the forever forest hunting with our lady...you were the greatest gift to your mother and I...live my child...live...and fight my child...live...May our Lady watch over you and guide you...my cub..."

His eyes closed and she howled in pain and sorrow. I bow my head as tears ran down my cheeks. I watched as the storm stilled and the forest fall silent as if the grieve for the loss of one of it's own...I raise my head and allow my voice to float through the air as the words of my ancestors flow from within me, "Great spirit of the moon and mother of the earth. Hear my plea and allow this wolf to enter the gates of the forever forest. Let him be with his mate and let him be greeted with honor. Hear me lady Luna and mother Gaia...Hear me please!"

The air seemed tense until a soft sound...like singing filled the air. I gasp as tendrils of moonlight flowed through the air as flowers began to bloom on the ground. Veris's body slowly disappeared without a trace in a burst of moonlight. I felt a smile appear on my face as Veris's spirit appeared in full view. His fur was a bright snowy grey as he stood tall. He nodded to me and the she-wolf before turning towards where the moonlight had condensed into a gate. The gate was bright silvery white with wolves cut into it in various positions...it was the gate of the paradise walkers...to be able to see it when you're alive is nearly unheard of. The gate opened and revealed behind it fields and forests filled to the brim with life. A beautiful she-wolf stood behind it with a group of wolves. Her fur was as white as newly fallen snow and her eyes were a bright emerald mixed with Sapphire. A woman draped in silver and blue stood at the she-wolf's side. Her eyes shone like miniature stars as she beckoned Veris. Veris began to walk forward with only a single glance back until he reached the she-wolf and woman. They walked into the gate and the gate slowly vanished into sliver stars. I stare at them as they shot it the sky...a new star stood proudly under the moon. The she-wolf walked over to me and sat at my side, "The alpha-warrior has made his home under the moon...thank you."

I shook my head as I turned to her, "No need to thank me...what I did should always be done when a wolf as brave as your father fights his last battle to save their family...to save their pack. My name is Harry Evans...what's yours?"

"Yukina," She answered before looking me in the eyes.

A single glance and our eyes lock. All else faded away until only we remain. Silver strings connect our souls in joyous harmony. Images of our pasts flow through both of us as we experience each moment as if we were the other. The voices of thousands meld into one as they cried out, "Partners! Partners!"

We both cried out in perfect Harmony, "Partners! My partner!"

My hand move on it's own accord as I gently stroked the soft fur on her head. Immense heat and feeling as if something was breaking inside of me until it was gone. I collapsed onto the ground as a weight that I didn't know was there, disappeared and all I felt was air. Yukina nuzzled me worriedly as she laid down next to me, "Harry are you alright?"

I nod blearily, "Yeah...I just feel free for some reason," I then close my eyes with a smile, "I can't believe it though...I've finally found you,"

She grinned and curled around me, "I know cub...I know why don't we rest before we send that signal to your mentors and lord Kristopher."

I nod and fell asleep in seconds. She laughed before falling asleep as well.

4 hours later

I let out a small groan as I woke up. Yukina yawned and we both got up with bleary eyes. We looked around before I gathered my magic into my palm like I was taught and threw it into the air while pulsing it. We gathered the idiot hunters and burned the bodies of the ones that had died just as Kristopher and a group protectors appeared. They spotted us and Kara ran over to me with a panicked look on her normally calm face. Yukina stood in front of me and growled deeply only or me to place a calming hand on her. I spoke in a soft voice, "Yukina it's alright. She's one of my mentors and a good friend."

She paused and seemed to remember seeing Kara in my memories before nodding. She moved to my side again and I took the time to gauge her size. She was taller than me by an inch, but in time with her alpha blood she would become one of the largest wolves in the city. Kara began to check me over while the others looked around the area and checked to make sure there weren't anymore hunters. Kara spoke in a soft voice after she made sure I was fine, "Pup what exactly happened here?"

I told them with Yukina adding in the things that I missed. Once we finished, everyone was staring at us with shock and surprise...after all it's not everyday a 7 year old boy fought hunters older than him by at least 3 decades as well as bonding with a northern Dire wolf...We were allowed to spend time getting used to each other for the rest of the week. Yukina took me to where her pack's den was and showed me around the territory. We easily got along and figured out how to keep each other calm. Yukina was disgusted with Talon's wolf and said that if the flea bag ever came near her and tried something, she would bite one of his ears off. We ended up getting very close and by the time the week was done, I was reluctant to return, but we went down the mountain and through the forest. We bowed to Kristopher and the other wolves before leaving. Yukina stayed by my side as we went down the beaten path. Just as the fork became visible, we paused and looked at each other. I spoke after a few minutes, "Well it looks like we're almost there..."

"Nervous?" Yukina asked causing me to nod, "Well we're together and no one can stop that...we just have to do our best and keep the idiots in line. Harry do you think we'll..."

"We'll pass and be the best," I state causing her to smirk, "Let's get going and remember we have to stay close together,"

She nodded and we went to the fork. We both glanced back at the forest and nearly gasp in surprise. Yukina's parents stood together with pride in their eyes next to the woman from before. They nodded to us and a sweet voice said, "Good luck young chosen...may you pass through your trials with heart and courage."

I nod and they disappear. I was shocked to feel something slide around my neck. I look down to see it was an intricate moon pendant with the words Protector and son of the moon written in silvery blue. Yukina had a similar one with the words Guardian and daughter of Luna written in bluish silver. We looked between each other and say, "That was definitely weird, but good."

We grin before heading down the path. Our feet silent as a grave as we pass through the town. Yukina looked around in awe...I just smiled in amusement after all I had done the same. I heard whispers as we passed by many people and wolves. They went along the lines of, "That's the northern dire wolf and her destined," and, "That's the kid that took out a camp of hunters with the help of a northern Dire wolf and gained one as a partner...I heard she's an alpha!"

Yukina leaned into me and I placed my hand on her fur as we tried to ignore the whispers. We made it to the academy and walked through the doors. We walked towards Divin's office. I knocked on the ancient rowan door causing him to say, "Come in Harry."

We walk inside the large office that was full of books from all over the place. Divin sat in a large chair by a fire place with Gira at his feet. Divin smiled at me as I bow lightly and say, "Merry meet Senior Patronus, May the lady watch over us as our mother gives us the greatest gift."

"Merry meet Young protector," Divin smiled brightly, "May the lady watch over us as our mother gives us the greatest gift. How was your week after your encounter with the hunters?"

"Enlightening," I answer as Yukina and I look between each other, "We've come to an understanding and will protect each other as a protector and guardian should,"

"Excellent," He clapped before becoming serious as Gira growled lightly, "Right we must begin your training immediately,"

"Training?" I question, "I thought I was already training?"

"The training we are going to give you is not that of a protector and guardian though you shall continue your lessons," Gira spoke for the first time, "We are going to teach you about the magic that exists inside of you...the magic that does not come from the bond between wolf and human..."

"What do you mean?" Yukina asked, "What magic?"

"Harry is a wizard," Divin answered with a sigh.

"A Wizard...like the man that killed my mother and father?" I ask causing the two to nod, "Why must I learn something that killed my family?!"

Rage boiled in my gut as I tried to keep myself from doing something stupid. Yukina quickly leaned against me to calm me. I allowed my hands run through her fur as I calmed myself. Gira growled deeply as she glared at me, "It is your birthright. You may be a protector, but you are also a wizard. You can become one of the greatest Protectors out there!"

I felt anger fill me as I glared right back. Yukina growled deeply in her throat. I practically roared, "I don't care! The magic that you speak of killed my family! Killed my pack! Why would I want to learn something that took so much from me? Why should I not let it be?"

"It's a gift from Gaia!" Gira cried causing me to stiffen.

Divin quickly spoke before anything else could be said, "I think it's best for you to leave Harry."

I gave a stiff nod and we left the room. We walked passed everyone until we got to the living quarters. I opened the door to the quarters that I shared with my Mentors...they were more like parents now a days. Kara looked up from where she sat at the coffee table and smiled at me until she saw my frown. She got up and walked over before pulling me into a hug. I immediately leaned into her as she walked towards the couch. She settled us down before asking, "What's wrong pup?"

"I found out that I have magic," I murmur, "And the type of magic it is killed my parents...I don't want to learn about it, but it's a gift from Gaia,"

Kara gave me a look of understanding before saying, "I know how you feel pup, but wizarding magic is amazing."

I stare at her for a few seconds before asking, "What do you mean?"

She gave me a soft smile before reaching behind her. When she brought her hand up, She held a thin stick. The stick was a bright rowan color and about the size of a long dagger. The tip was just as sharp as a dagger and the wood was decorated with carvings. Kara spoke softly though her voice seemed to carry through the room, "I know because I'm a witch Harry...Magic is amazing because it can both save lives and take them. I've saved many people and wolves from either capture or death because of my magic."

My eyes widen before I stutter out, "W-why d-didn't you s-say something sooner?"

Kara smiled sadly before she said, "Because I didn't want you to think differently of me or hate me on principle."

"I couldn't do that," I protest, "Your like a mother to me...I can't see you any other way,"

She seemed to freeze before she hugged me close. I yelp before snuggling into her embrace. She spoke softly as she nuzzled my hair, "I'm glad to hear it pup...I'm so glad to hear you say that."

"K-Kara?" I stutter, "What's wrong?"

"Nothings wrong little one," She murmured as a smile spread across her face, "I've been waiting for you to say those words for so long. You are like a son to Jack and I,"

"R-really?" I squeak.

She nodded just as the door opened. Jack walked in with Bellator and Kanna. He paused upon seeing us sitting on the couch before asking, "What's up?"

Kara looked down at me before saying, "Harry just told me something and I told him something...well two somethings."

"What'd you tell him?" Jack asked, "Didja tell him your pregnant?"

I froze at the word before turning to Kara with wide eyes. She was glaring at Jack and hissed, "No you bumbling idiota!"

Bellator snickered before asking, "What did you tell him then?"

"That I'm a witch and that we consider him a son," Kara answered without taking her eyes off the paling male, "He considers me a mother,"

"O-oh," Jack stuttered before backing away, "I...I have some stuff I need to do...bye,"

He fled the room causing me to stare at the door in awe. I had never seen Jack run that fast unless it was Meatloaf day in the cafeteria. Kara shook her head before looking down at me. I blink for a few seconds before shrugging, "Well that's one way to find out."

She let out a laugh before saying, "Feeling better pup?"

"Much," I answered before giving Yukina a look, "Can we eat soon? I'm hungry,"

She chuckled before walking to the small kitchen and pulling out ingredients. Bellator followed while Kanna took a seat on the ground next to the couch. Yukina asked, "You've made your decision haven't you?"

I nod as Kara went about the kitchen and made dinner, "Yeah...I'm going to give this Wizarding Magic a try...and try to make both my mothers proud."

Yukina gave me a ghost of a smile before I got up to help make dinner.

Short, but yeah. Harry has his guardian...quotes start next chapter