DISCLAIMER:- HP belongs to J.K.R. AND THIS IS A WORK OF FANFICTION.
AN:- I got some bad reviews last chapter about Harry's instant closeness with Bella. I am sorry but I have a different point of view. They are both going through very similar situations and connect to the one person they both lost. I am writing a Romance here and I am NOT Cassandra Clare. If you don't like this, rest assured that you would be horrified at what I have in store. Their closeness would only increase exponentially from now onwards. Sorry to disappoint… :0
CH 5:- Divorced!
The senior goblin had the decency to not disturb the crying couple in the time of their loss. Although, the goblins kept themselves strictly to only the banking matters of wizards, it was not as if they were ignorant of others. The senior goblin knew precisely who the witch in front of him was and what would happen were he to inform the ministry of her whereabouts. He also knew who had killed the deceased they were both mourning. This was an interesting development. It amused him greatly when he thought about what the union of these two tortured souls would bring upon some power hungry individuals.
He continued when, after some time, their tears subsided and they parted.
"Mr. Potter, Gringotts is sorry for your loss and you Mrs. Lestrange."
Bellatrix snapped out of her thoughts at hearing the word Lestrange.
Harry too, for some reason, did not like it and was happy to hear the next words which came out of her mouth.
"I want a divorce."
"Pardon?" the goblin was grinning again.
"I want a divorce from Rodolphus Lestrange. BUT, before that, I wish to take something from the Lestrange Vault."
Harry raised an eyebrow but Bella mouthed 'later'
"Very well, Madame." The still grinning goblin pushed a button and Bella whisked away with another goblin, leaving Harry alone in the company of the senior goblin.
Harry was not afraid to admit that he WAS afraid. This was the first time he was sitting alone with a goblin like this. And the sharp pointy teeth were doing nothing to calm him. Come to think of it, this was only the second time Harry had visited Gringotts, after his initial visit with Hagrid. Mrs. Weasely had always insisted on doing his shopping before this.
And with a pang, Harry realized that he could not trust the Weasely's now. Atleast, not like he used to. They would always choose the Headmaster over him. And Bella, they would never accept her amidst them. He could already hear Molly's words in his ears berating him. "HARRY, HOW DARE YOU, HOW CAN YOU BE SO IRRESPONSIBLE, RUNNING AWAY WITH THAT…THAT DARK WOMAN, DEFYING THE HEADMASTER. SHE COULD HAVE KILLED YOU." He resisted the urge to flinch. And Ron and Hermione…
He will decide later about them. Its not the time…
"Mr. Potter" the goblin's voice snapped him out of his thoughts and he redirected his attention. "Since, you are the head of a family now, you are hereby fully emancipated."
WOOA, Now that was unexpected. Harry's eyes widened, as well as the goblin's grin. He was certainly enjoying this.
"You mean to say-"
"That you are a legal adult, now. Your actions are your own. The limit on your own Potter vault is lifted. You can take however much you wish. Moreover, after Miss Black here files the official papers, she will be your responsibility as the only unmarried Black."
Harry nodded solemnly at this. He would take Bella's responsibility even if this was not the case. Sirius wished her to be happy, so he would keep her happy, no matter what.
At the same moment, Bella came back in the room and sat heavily down next to Harry. She had a bag with her with unknown contents at the moment.
"I'm done. Tell me what to do to get rid of that man." She asked impatiently.
"Here. These are the divorce papers." The goblin said giving her a parchment. "Take this quill and sign it over there." Bella took the offered blood quill, which brought back some ugly memories for Harry, and signed her name hurriedly. "Mr. Potter, since Mr. Lestrange is not here to give his consent and you are the head of her family, you would have to agree to this, for the deed to take effect. Do you have any problem with this divorce?"
It was quite the opposite actually. Harry was feeling rather protective of Bella at the moment and he did not want her near that man any time soon. Also, Bella was looking expectantly at him and he had no wish to deny her this happiness.
He smiled at her and said "I give my consent."
"Very well. You are Miss Bellatrix Black now, Miss Black."
Harry wasn't expecting Bella to squeal happily and jump at him. She hugged him tightly and Harry suddenly felt very euphoric. This beautiful older witch was doing a number on him. He too wrapped his arms around her and inhaled her scent deeply. Was he developing a crush on her? But she was at least twenty years older to him. But he found that he didn't really care. He'd have to think clearly on his reactions to her, but that could wait. Right now, he was really enjoying the feel of her body against him and was in no hurry to get over the feeling.
After some time, when Harry had still not released her, Bella began to feel a little awkward. Does little Harry has a little crushhh? She thought amusingly. On old Bella…hmm, that needs investigation. Meanwhile, Bella collected her thoughts on the boy. Well, he was a little short for his age but courageous. Destined to defeat a Dark Lord but without an ounce of arrogance. Someone who holds the lives of his loved ones before his own. Someone who listened and accepted the killer of his godfather. Someone who gave her support. Someone who trusted her. HER.
What a difference a day could make.
Fortunately, before they could delve any more on the current scenario, the goblin got bored of their company and cleared his throat. This caused them to jump apart.
"If there is nothing else…" and they were shown the door but before they could get out-
"My name is Rookcrook, Mr. Potter. If ever you need my assistance, you may ask for me."
Harry turned and grinned in the goblin's direction.
"I appreciate it, Rookcrook, and call me Harry."
There were very few wizards who respected goblins, fewer still who were respected BY the goblins. Harry Potter didn't know it at the time but he had fallen in the latter category.
Goblins never gave anything freely, not even an advice. But for those select few…
"Harry, we goblins rarely believe the fairy tales of wizards but you should ask Miss Black about The Tale of the three brothers. The first and second are with Albus Dumbledore."
Harry was confused but gave a nod any way. He didn't notice Bella's widening eyes.
With a last wave, Harry dragged Bella out of Rookcrook's office and in a few moments, they were again in the Gringotts Lounge under the invisibility cloak.
"Where to next, Miss Black." said Harry with a smile.
"Just hold my hand, Mr. Potter" answered a grinning Bellatrix.
And they were gone with a nearly silent pop.
AN:- Thnx for your reviews, favorites and follows. This might be a little shorter than earlier chapters but I thought it should end there.
Plz don't ask me how the gobilns knew, they just did! They must have some crazy devices to track ancient artifacts.
I am not using multiple vaults in this story. So, there is no trust vault and main vault and Dumbles did NOT steal Harry's money. Only one Potter vault with some restrictions which are now lifted.
Review plz :):)