I just want to inform you all that the updates for my stories will be slow so I can produce the best, and also because I am in college. So urging me to rush will not work, patients is a virtue, one that I don't have, but support and wish I had. So you will have to stick with me for this and be PATIENT.

I do not own the Originals or the Harry Potter series in any way, sadly :(

"Talk"

'Thought'

Chapter 4

Two weeks had passed since Harry had come to New Orleans, but it was extremely boring. He was forced to stay inside the compound until the werewolf matters were dispensed with, especially since rumors of a child living in the compound was going around New Orleans. Lockdown had gone into effect after his father caught wind of the rumor. Harry was not allowed to go near any windows, let alone be in a room if the curtain was open. Harry understood why his family was going to such drastic measures, but it was starting to get saddening.

Harry was currently in his room, which was connected to his father's through a door so as to keep him safe. The curtains were all closed and the lights off since the light would give him away. He had been given candles though, which were useful. 'From one prison to another, at least the one here treats me with respect, even though they are extremely protective' Harry thought. There was a knock on his bedroom door, so he put down his book and allowed them to come in.

It was his father, who made his way over to Harry and sat down on the edge of the bed. "Tonight we plan to attack the wolves since all of the rings have been accounted for" Elijah said. Harry couldn't help but to be excited by the news. "And once they are defeated I can have more freedom, right" Harry asked hopefully. "Indeed, I will be able to protect you from the rest of the threats that would dare enter the compound after, but you still will have to stay inside until they are all vanquished" Elijah assured.

"That's fine by me, I actually want to be able to turn on my lights for once" Harry said. Elijah smiled at his son, proud of how well he took his pseudo imprisonment. "You are to stay in this room until I come and retrieve you, so no matter what you hear you do not leave this room" Elijah said. "Yes Elijah" Harry said, nodding. "So what were you reading" Elijah asked, pointing to the book on the nightstand.

Harry grabbed it once again and showed it to his father. "It's a book I got in the third grade from my teacher, I was beyond her expectations in reading, so she gave me the book" Harry said fondly. "This book is meant for teenagers at least" Elijah said, impressed. The book was worn and torn in some places, obviously read a lot. "It was one of the rare few gifts I received before I went to Hogwarts" Harry said.

"That reminds me we shall be celebrating your birthday soon, it will be smaller than what we would normally do for a family member but we will still celebrate" Elijah said. "You don't need to do that, I'm use to not having a birthday party" Harry said quickly. Elijah clenched his fists slightly in anger at the words, but otherwise kept his cool. "Nonsense, your existence shall be celebrated since it is so rare and wonderful" Elijah said insistently. "When is the party" Harry inquired, deciding to move onto a slightly happier topic.

"It shall be in a few days; which will consist of I, you, Niklaus, and Hayley" Elijah said. Harry wrinkled his nose slightly at the mention of Hayley. He barely saw her around the compound, and when he did she was down near hostile towards him. Harry didn't know why and refused to tell his father about it, not wanting to cause conflict. Elijah could see that his son was in deep thought, conflicted about something. "What is the matter Henrik" Elijah inquired.

Harry focused back on his father, forcing a smile onto his lips. "Nothing, just thinking about my Hogwarts Potions paper that I still haven't finished" Harry lied. Elijah heard his son's heart skip a beat, revealing to him the lie, but he didn't pursue it. 'He will tell me when he is ready to' Elijah thought. Elijah pursed his lips before nodding and standing up.

"Remember to stay in here until I have come for you" Elijah reminded. "I know Elijah… sir" Harry said awkwardly, not ready to call Elijah father yet. Elijah was slightly disappointed by his words and left the room. Harry put the book away, deciding to actually start his potions homework. Term wouldn't start until September 1st, which was a little over a month away, but he still wanted to get his summer work out of the way so he could spend some time with his father.

Harry gathered all of the supplies he would need for his potions paper, lighting a candle on his desk so he could see as he wrote. Dipping the quill in the ink he began to write to the best of his abilities, which was much better since he had access to his textbooks. "Boring, can't you do something more… fun" a voice snarked. Harry jumped and raised his head to see a young man standing at the edge of his bed. He had dark brown hair that was styled, dark brown eyes, and slightly tanned skin.

The man reminded him of his father in looks eerily so. He had a smirk plastered on his face. But what he noticed most of all was how he was somewhat see through. "So you're my miracle nephew" the man said with a cocky smirk on his face. "How did you get in here, who are you" Harry inquired suspiciously.

"I went to bed in my room and next thing I know I'm here in my original form instead of my new body" the man said curiously. "Who are you" Harry demanded. "Did you not catch the nephew part… the names Kol Mikaelson" the man introduced. Harry examined his newfound uncle curiously, noting that he shared physical similarities with him just like his father. "I've never heard of you before" Harry said.

A pained look crossed his face for a split second before being replaced by a smirk that seemed almost natural… fake. Harry saw this, but didn't comment on it. "Why am I not surprised" Kol muttered under his breath, but Harry still heard him. "You look a lot like my… Elijah" Harry said. Kol caught the pause in his nephew's words.

"People need to stop saying that, I'm obviously the better looking brother" Kol said cockily. Harry couldn't help but to laugh at that. Kol would never admit it, but he felt drawn to his nephew that he had heard about from his dear mother. Esther did not know who the child was, but was concerned for his safety. Of course the loyal son was right behind her in her thoughts.

Esther was still deciding on what to do about Harry, or from what information Kol knew. "What were you doing there" Kol asked, making his way over to Harry's side. Harry allowed Kol to see his potions homework and textbooks. "Summer work, I have to have it done before I head back to Hogwarts at the beginning of September" Harry said. "Ah yes, so you truly are a wizard as well" Kol said excitedly. "Yeah. I'll be going into my second year there" Harry said.

"I'll have you know before I died I spent most of my thousand years of life running around with witches and wizards, teaching them" Kol said. "Are you offering to teach me" Harry asked, somewhat excited. "Most definitely, who better to teach you then family" Kol said. "But underage wizardry isn't allowed" Harry sighed. "That's why I'm going to teach you a barrier spell from you nature side, it will block any detection for both sides of your magical abilities" Kol said.

Harry debated the offer over in his head for a few seconds before grinning. "Let's do it" Harry said, climbing off the bed to stand in front of his uncle. "Your maternal magic is strong, you need to focus it, feel it as you do the spell" Kol instructed. "What does it feel like" Harry asked. "Depends on the person, but everyone get's a sense of a rush of power when they feel it" Kol said.

Harry closed his eyes and reached within himself before feeling outwards. There was a rush of power like his uncle said with a taste of dirt and herbs. "Now that you feel it, say this… abscondas me, arma me, praesidium me a omnes qui volo me malum uel conantur ut inhibere mea potestatem" Kol instructed slowly. Harry inhaled deeply before speaking. "Abscondas me, arma me, praesidium me a omnes qui volo me malum uel conantur ut inhibere mea potestatem" Harry said clearly and slowly.

Immediately he felt something forming over his body, almost like an actual shield. Harry opened his eyes to see Kol grinning down at him. "You are truly a natural at this, but that's no surprise considering who your uncle is" Kol said cockily. "That reminds me, how did you know I am your nephew" Harry inquired. "You look like a mini-version of Elijah, except for the eyes, and you didn't deny it when I said so" Kol said.

Harry nodded, cursing himself for his stupidity. "Uncle Kol… do you mind teaching me magic" Harry asked politely. Kol gained a thoughtful look for a few seconds before coming to a decision. "Why not, can't let our family lose the craft when there is so much potential" Kol said. "Thank you" Harry said.

"Finally, someone who appreciates my good qualities" Kol said. "What's next on the list" Harry asked excitedly. "Nothing for now, that spell you did takes a lot of energy and you need that to do spells, so relax and we will continue tomorrow night" Kol said. Harry was slightly disappointed by this, but accepted it. "But I will help you with your homework here since I studied in in my travels" Kol said, taking a seat on the bed.

Harry joined him and began his potions paper, listening to his uncle Kol give him amazing information. Unbeknownst to them hours flew by until way into the night. Harry had finished all of his homework thanks to his uncle Kol. "I wish I could hug you right now" Harry said after putting away his school supplies. "I wish I could hug myself too" Kol said dreamily.

Harry had come to the conclusion that Kol was self-centered, but kind extremely deep down. There was a knock on the door and Elijah entered the room. Harry turned to see that Kol had disappeared, confusing him. There was a whisper in the air that sounded like his voice. "Don't tell him that you can see me…" the voice whispered before disappearing into nothing.

Elijah stopped right where he was, having heard the voice as well. "What was that" Elijah inquired, confused. 'I swear I just heard… no, it can't be, he's dead' Elijah thought. "Heard what, I didn't hear anything" Harry said innocently. Elijah shook his head to dislodge his current thoughts.

"The wolves have been defeated" Elijah announced. "That's great, so I can leave this room tomorrow" Harry said happily. "Actually I have something better, you may leave the compound as long as you have one of us with you" Elijah said. Harry couldn't believe it as he jumped onto his father, engulfing him in a hug. "Thank you Dad, thank you" Harry said.

The two froze once they realized what word had been uttered. Elijah was filled with joy and paternal love, while Harry was scared of what his father would say in response. Elijah could feel his son tense up in fear. "Don't be afraid" Elijah said softly. Harry lifted his head to stare at his father with reluctant eyes.

"You don't mind me calling you that" Harry asked slowly. "Of course not, you are my son and nothing fills me with greater joy than being called by my title" Elijah assured. "Thank you… Dad" Harry said quietly. "Do not thank me Henrik, there is no reason to" Elijah said, patting his son on the back. "Can we go out tomorrow, explore New Orleans, just you and me" Harry asked hopefully.

"I believe I can take a day off from this war, or at the very least a few hours, to spend sometime with my son" Elijah said. "That's great, you said you guys lived here in the past for a long time, I want you to show me everything that you've seen" Harry said excitedly. Harry continued to talk non-stop on what they could do tomorrow, causing a smile to appear on Elijah's face. Elijah couldn't believe at how his luck had turned about, giving him a child, the one thing he always wanted for the past thousand years. Elijah set his son down on the bed, who had stopped mid-sentence to give him a curious look.

"We can do all of that tomorrow, you have my word" Elijah promised. "I can't wait" Harry said, grinning. "Now I think you should get to bed, it's late and we have a long day tomorrow" Elijah said. Harry pulled back the covers, realizing how tired he was as he released a yawn. Elijah grabbed the covers and tucked his son in, unable to stop himself.

"While we are out tomorrow I shall have your room set up to the standards of a twelve year old boy" Elijah said. "You don't need to do that" Harry said sleepily. "I know, but I wish to" Elijah replied. Harry's eyes were drooping, but he just remembered something and had to ask his father before he forgot the next day. "I have a question" Harry said.

"I have an answer" Elijah said cheekily, earning a laugh from his son. "Who was Kol Mikaelson" Harry inquired. Elijah froze for a few seconds before gaining a tight frown. "Where did you hear about him" Elijah asked. "I saw a picture of him the day you brought me here" Harry said.

Elijah sighed before sitting down at the edge of his son's bed. "Kol was your uncle, along with my elder brother Finn" Elijah said, thinking about his brothers. "What happened to them, why aren't they here with us" Harry queried. "They're both dead, that's all you need to know" Elijah said quickly. Harry had a feeling that the subject was a touchy one to his father, so did as asked and dropped it.

"Night Dad" Harry whispered before falling asleep. Elijah kissed his son on the forehead before exiting the room, blowing out the candle as he went.