"Speech"
'Thoughts'
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Michael was getting a headache listening to the Weasley matriarch. A lecture was not what he'd come for. He was going to explain the function of the weapons, but was rueing the thought of dealing with Molly Weasley. It was Arthur who finally calmed her down enough for an explanation to be given.
"Please, we await your explanation about these weapons you exposed our children to." Arthur was apparently able to take a firm stance with his wife on occasion that it was necessary.
"First, I had no idea that they'd come into contact with them. Let alone bond with runic weapons." This brought a gasp from Arthur and Percy. Runic weapons were powerful but very rarely did they accept owners to weild their powers.
"Yes, you seem to be aware of the rarity of such weapons and there fickleness. I was merely having them created for the sake of the creation. They are a symbol more than anything else to me. To find wielders of such esoteric items is a pleasant surprise."
Looking at the three red heads wearing thundercat armor and wielding magic weapons brought a smile to Michael's face. Especially the fact that it was a girl to wield the sword of omens.
"I would suggest that you have a healer examine your children, but I doubt they'll find anything amiss. If anything they will likely be in better health than before. Runic weapons are known for not for affecting the magic of the individual. They instead bring out the potential in those they are wielded by and typically heal old injuries in the process."
"As with the sword Excalibur." This was from Percy. "The sword healed the boy Arthur of poor eyesight and his malnourished body as a boy."
"That is correct. You seem to know your history Percy. The crafting of runic weapons is a costly and difficult process. Have you noticed the recent success the Alley has been having?" He asked the group as a whole.
Looking at each other the twins spoke up first.
"The shopkeepers are"
"all in rather high"
"spirits at the "
"Moment"
"Would you have"
"any idea why"
"oh great lord"
In unison "Gryffindor?"
Laughing at the twins habits he looked around the room.
"I have been spending my money rather freely recently, and soon that will end. I have only a few days before I must leave for a year. This summer has been a building year for me. During the Hogwarts term I will not be available for anything." Sighing he looked at the family tiredly.
"My cousin is one of two blood relatives of any closeness I have left. While I have inherrited vast wealth it is nothing compared to having more family. As such I have gone to great lengths to build that which in any way protect that which I have. The fact that I am gaining all that I have ever imagined is a bonus. Harry sought me out of his own free will." Smiling trying to convey his happiness at that he turned serious.
"I have no intention of putting anyone in harms way. However, life is unpredictable. If Harry had not bonded with the bola whip I would have had him in a hospital to deal with his previous malnutrition. This is simply fortuitous as he will have good health and added protection."
"He will need that with Sirius Black on the loose." Mr. Weasley mentioned with some release of tension.
"What does Harry have to do with an escaped convict?" It was a simple question but the older of the family members became evasive.
A voice from the corner spoke up when the family did not startling all but Michael.
"Sirius Black was the believed betrayer of the Potter family. Harry's parent hid during the last Dark Lords attacks thirteen years ago. The spell they used hid them from detection and a single person was informed of their hidding place. Only that person could share the location for others to find the Potters. He was sent to Azkaban for the betrayal." He seemed to speak with amusement at the situation.
"There is nothing amusing about an escaped convict Mister..."
"You may call me David. To the contrary I find it quite amusing and he is not a convict."
"What do you mean he's not a convict?" This came from Michael. His uncle rarely lied when the truth was more interesting.
"He was never convicted of any crimes. In fact he never had a trial."
"That's preposterous of course the man had a trial. The ministry wouldn't send a man to Azkaban without a trial." This was from Percy who seem appalled that anyone would implie the government was fallable.
"All governments make mistakes because the people in the government are human. Most of the time with a few exceptions. The sentiment is the same though. No one is infallable"
Michael seemed bored with his uncle's speach as if he'd heard it many times before.
"More to the point, I was recently hired to find and silence the infamous Mister Black."
This caught the entire rooms attention.
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Harry was admiring his newest additions to his arsenal. The clothing was comfortable if a bit form fitting. The fact that he no longer had the scars on his back from his uncle's belt was relieving. Swimming and bathing was rather difficult when he had to hide the remains of his uncle's punishments. Looking through new eyes he could only marvel at the world around him without his out of date glasses.
All in all this was one of the better events to take place in the wizarding world for him. Even the scar from the chamber of Secrets was gone. He simple couldn't figure out what his item was. It was a yellow stick with three red orbs on the end.
'Maybe it's a wierd wand?' with a flick and a swish the orbs shot out and shot out on a blue robe and set fire to the curtains.
'Oh crap'
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"Basically, Ginny's sword can warn of danger, summon others to her aid, and act as a magical sword for the most part. Her shield has many different features other than being reflective. The twins have what I call prank bags. Nearly any hand sized item can be pulled out of them. Typically hand thrown powders and bursting pellet types for example."
At the twins descriptors Molly seemed rather upset, but Michael pressed on.
"Harry wields the bola whip which I mentioned earlier. When wrapped around an individual it turns the wielder invisible. Offensively it can be used to disarm others or cast fireballs at enemies."
"Isn't that a bit dangerous?" Mr weasley was now showing some concern.
"Shouldn't be a problem. I'll work with Harry and the rest if they would be willing to spend a few hours at my home this afternoon." This had everyone interested in visiting this filthy rich individual's home. "I'll even let you visit Uncle David. You obviously haven't found it yet."
"Yes you've chosen a well hidden place to build your home Michael. I look forward to seeing how far off my search has been." His expression was neutral, but it was obvious he was at least slightly impressed.
Looking Harry's friends and family Michael was happy that his cousin had some support for the future. Hearing a knock at the door behind him he stood up and moved the chair from in front of the door. Opening it he found a slightly singed cousin and an upset inkeeper.
"Had a little problem." Harry winced at the laughter coming from the room as Michael went to take care of the bill for damages.
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Albus gathered his material and made his way to the Room of Requirments to catch up on his paper work. Adjusting the room so time would pass faster and yet not age him he set to dealing with the world before he dealt with his students.
If the room hadn't been soundproofed his language would have burned the ears of the entire castle as he cursed the heavens for bringing meddling kids into his plans.
TBC
Next Chapter we skip ahead to the train ride and some flash backs to the visit to the lair. Your reviews are all welcome and appreciated. Thank you.