A/N: Chapter 2, exciting! I have had some really positive feedback from readers and I would like to thank you. I will update as soon as I can. I have just not had as much motivation but slowly it is returning. I apologize if there are errors, I just wanted to post the chapter and I have not thoroughly edited the chapter as I normally would. Forgive me this once.
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Chapter 2
Severus opened his weary eyes, as his wand vibrated signalling the time of day. Turning off his time spell, he slowing sat up taking into account his aches and pains. He was exhausted, plain and simple. The years had gone by slowly. While the defeat of the former Dark Lord known as Tom Riddle, had been beneficial to the wizarding world, those that knew of the time travellers were worried that such vast change would impact their world negatively.
The remaining seven had all been deeply saddened by the absence of their friends and children. Without the threat of Voldemort, many things had changed.
Severus had graduated from Hogwarts with distinction. Given his immense talent in potions, he was offered a position to take his Masters of Potions and Research at the prestigious wizarding Université de Paris. Severus spent two years in Paris, working with some of the best Potions Masters in France. Following his Masters he was accepted into a Doctorate of Potions at the Oxford Wizarding University. Over the five year program he was given placements world wide, studying with talented Masters in rare and exotic places. Following the completion of his Doctorate he received the title of Master Practitioner of Potions. There were only 3 in Europe and 50 world wide.
Severus was now a leading Potions Creator and Researcher at the University of London Wizardry. He would occasionally give talks at various universities and schools of magic. He had his next talk coming up for Hogwarts in a month. He thought back to the achievements of the other members of the group.
Lucius had been an amazing orator and thus had continued into the field of politics and law. He was now a prominent member of the Wizagmont battling to maintain pureblood traditions. His wife Narcissa was a strong member of the pureblood elite. She ran a charity for orphaned magical children, her motivations included a desire to end the segregation of magical children. No one wanted another Tom Riddle, or former Harry Potter for that matter.
James Potter went on to work for the Department of Magical Law Enforcement as a special investigator. While the Aurors would deal with front line action and emergency situations, the investigators dealt with any suspicious crime utilizing a variety of magical forensics, interviews and detective work. James was now head investigator for the MLE. Sirius Black enjoying the thrill and action had joined the Auror force and had made head of his unit. His lover Remus Lupin had taken a teaching position at Beauxbatons, where he would floo over three days a week to teach magical theory and history of magic.
Frank Longbottom who married Alice right out of Hogwarts were still a quiet part of the group. Together they owned one of the leading wards specialist companies in Britain. They were a top name in security. Finally, Lily having tied the knot with her school sweetheart had gone into healing. She had finished her apprenticeship with Madam Pomfrey and then had gone to gain her Masters of Healing in the United States at Princeton Academy of Healing Arts. She was now a chief healer at St Mungo's.
The most bizarre aspect of the whole story was that both Harry and Draco had been born. Narcissa had become pregnant a month prior to Lily. The both had remained close regardless of social pressures and had shared their pregnancy woes together. Alice had also become pregnant and her son had been born the day before Harry had been born.
As Harry and Draco grew they watched the boys for any signs of recognition. Everyone understood that the time when their children would disappear would be much later but they remained cautious. Things were especially tense for Severus as he saw his future lover grow into the amazing man he would eventually become. He worried though that without all the situations his lover had faced in his former life that he would not want someone like Severus. While no longer a Death Eater, Severus and the Malfoys were still dark wizards and witches. The only saving grace was the strong friendship between Harry and Draco. Neville was close to the two boys but Harry and Draco seemed closer to brothers than anything. In addition, Lily had had two more children. The twins, Dustin and Lyla, were three years younger than Harry and Draco. They were close to their brother and his friend and followed in the Marauders' foot steps causing havoc and mayhem wherever they ended up.
Severus had continued to mark the days down on his calendar up until the day the boys were to leave. The entire group was nervous for the boys. The day they disappeared the Potters had gone to stay with the Malfoys and Severus to wait out the night. The Longbottoms had been forced to remain home due to Agusta Longbotoms failing health. Harry and Draco were supposed to return that very night but when the time came, they never arrived. The five were frantic there was no way to know where they would be or what year they would be in.
The women clung to their husbands while Severus continued to brood and drink his scotch.
"We must speak with Dumbledore," Lucius had broken the silence finally. With everyone in agreement the group had journeyed to Hogwarts.
It was here they uncovered the fine print in the spell. Lily grasped desperately at her husband as she realized her son's danger. Narcissa, while seemingly more composed was also having a panic attack. Dumbledore had tried to calm them, but nothing could be done.
That day had been one month ago. The boys were still missing and Severus was beginning to loose hope. He had waited so long for his lover to return. So long to feel Harry's arms around him once again. While he had indulged in other lovers over the years, none had held his heart. He had never been in a relationship, having only sought others for physical comfort. The emotional comfort came from being around the Potters and the Malfoys.
Leaving his warm bed, he went to the bathroom and washed up. Once he left his room in Malfoy Manner he went to breakfast joining Lucius and Narcissa.
"Good morning Sev, did you sleep well?" Narcissa asked in an attempt at levity. Severus shook his head and sighed.
"I do not know how much more of this I can take. Where are they?" Severus asked despondently.
"I know old friend, we all worry for them," Lucius stated as his took a sip from his tea.
A house elf chose this time to enter the breakfast room.
"Master Lucius, there be guests sir, may Dumpling retrieve them?" The house elf's eyes grew hopeful.
"Who is it Dumpling?"
"The Potters, Mister Black and Mister Lupin be here, Master Lucius."
"Very well, set four more places at the table for our guests."
Dumpling left with a pop and two minutes later the group arrived.
"Oh Cissa, how are you?" Lily came and embraced the Slytherin witch. Narcissa returned her hug gratefully. As the only other mother in the room Lily would know instinctively how Narcissa was feeling.
The group discussed how they had all been, and finished up with breakfast. Severus needing to get to the University begged his leave and got up from the table.
Severus was leaving the room when he felt immense pain in his left leg. He could barely hold onto his consciousness, he was seeing stars. Everyone jumped up from the table when they saw Severus fall to the ground, crying out in pain.
"What the hell is going on, Snape?" James gasped out as he saw the marks on Severus leg get darker.
Lily went into full healer mode and began running diagnostics.
"There is nothing physically wrong with him but his nerve endings are off the chart. It is like he has a broken leg or ankle but there is nothing wrong." Lily ended her scan with worry in her eyes.
Severus finally gained control of his pain and sat up.
"I'll tell you what it is. Harry is alive."
His statement was met with shock.
"What do you mean he's alive, how do you know this, Snape?" Sirius demanded after becoming impatient.
"I just felt echoed pain, as in my soul mate has returned to the world and is injured." Severus glared at Sirius, Remus finally intervening and pulling his lover back.
"Why didn't you feel this kind of pain before then?" James inquired.
"Because their bond hadn't been formed yet," Lily voice spoke of an epiphany. "The Harry that left us is different than the Harry returning, their bond was created in the past, thus once it was created Severus could feel him."
"Do you know where they are?" Lucius spoke up finally, his eyes desperate for an affirmative answer.
"Forgive me brother, I do not. But I know they are in our time now."
"Well now that they are back we can recommence our search efforts." Narcissa the ever calm one stated.
Lily nodded her agreement and the two left the five men staring at each other before rushing to catch up.
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When Draco awoke it was morning, he was tied with his hands behind his back in what seemed to be a cell. He looked around but could find no sign of his brother.
After what seemed like an eternity but was more approximately twenty minutes three individuals entered the room.
"Where did you take my brother?" Draco snarled at his captors.
"All in good time, young one." Draco rolled his eyes at the condescension in the man's voice.
A woman took over the conversation.
"You two are not normal beings, you have strange signatures. Examining your bodies it is almost impossible to tell you age." The woman was tall and lithe but much older than Draco. She had the beginnings of silver in her black hair, though her dark skin was not wrinkled or blemished. She was beautiful but her eyes held wisdom beyond her apparent years.
"Where is my brother? I'm not having a discussion with you people until I see that he is safe." Draco stared them down using one of his father's favourite looks.
"Fine, if we let you see that he is resting, you will answer our questions?" The woman asked.
Draco nodded his agreement. The men left the room and returned with stretcher between them, strangely the stretcher was floating between them.
Draco's eyes widened, "Are we not in a magical dead zone?"
"Very astute little wizard," the tallest of the two men stated, "You are correct, however, my people are immune to its effects. Draco sneered at the man's continued attempt of superiority.
The stretcher was brought to rest in front of Draco. On it Harry was asleep peacefully, his wounds had been healed and more. In fact his brother was glowing, he hadn't looked this healthy since before the war.
"Thank you, for helping him. What do you desire in return for this assistance?" Draco asked solemnly.
"You would offer yourself so freely young wizard, without knowing the price?" The female gave him a look of surprise.
"He's my brother, if it meant my life for his you could have it."
"I admire your love for him. But fear not, we have no desire to hurt either of you. My name is Meela." She nodded before introducing her tallest male companion as Tirek and the shorter of the two as Deeium.
"Welcome to the Amazon, British wizard, we have taken the time to heal your brother. It seemed he had been in terrible condition. Our healers were astounded at how malnourished and depleted he was."
Draco did not answered the obvious question and just waited for her to continue.
"How did you come to be here? Our wards are extensive and the jungle is nearly impenetrable."
Draco gave them a look, his instincts telling him to trust these people. So his tale began with the war, leaving out names, he spoke of the time travel and ended with their current situation.
Meela looked on in awe.
"That is quite the tale young one. We will need to think about getting you home, however, there is a task we require for our assistance." Draco looked at Meela wary of her terms.
"As you may have heard, matizes have been invading the forest," Draco gave her a confused look. "Um, those humans that are incapable of magic," she continued when she noticed his confusion.
Draco nodded his understanding, allowing her to continue.
"Our magic stems from the land around us. In ancient times, we came to agreements with the matizes that we would have seclusion from their kind. They have since broken their agreement. They were assisted by rogues of our kind. The traitors have taken sacred scrolls from our temple which detail the separation agreements and other important information. We need you to gain access to the scrolls and return them here." Meela gazed softly out the window.
Draco glanced at Harry, thinking over the situation.
"Why us?" Draco asked finally.
"Because we have waited long for you. The prophecy foretold of your arrival. Now, is the time to act. We will allow your brother to recuperate then will you do as we have asked?"
"We will assist you."
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It took Harry another 3 days before he was conscious and mentally aware. Draco rarely left his side, once again waiting for his brother to heal.
On the third day, Draco finally say his brother's emerald eyes open.
"Dray?" Harry's voice was hoarse with disuse.
"Yes, I'm here Harry. We are in the Amazon." Harry blinked as he came to terms with that knowledge.
"I don't hurt." Harry's voice filled with surprise. Over the years he had come to accept he would always have dull aches and pains. No matter how great a condition he was in there was always some slight pain. He began to move his limbs around and then looked at his brother shocked.
"I feel amazing, how did this happen?"
"They healed you brother." Draco grasped the younger wizard's arm.
"Who are they?"
"I am unsure, but they dwell in the Amazon. In return for their assistance they have asked that we retrieve some scrolls for them. I have accepted." Harry nodded his understanding, while still a dark wizard Draco's sense of honour was astounding.
"When do we leave?" Harry asked as he sat up and stretched.
"Today if you can." The boys both whipped their heads around. Meela had returned with Tirek and Deeium.
"If you are successful we will have transport ready to get you out of here. Unfortunately, we will not be able to get you as far as Britain but you have the option of heading to North America or Africa. They are both closer and we have contacts in both those continents that will assist in getting you home."
Draco and Harry had a silent conversation and then agreed to Meela's terms.
Once Harry was dressed and ready, the two ate a quick breakfast of fruit and breads. They were given packs with supplies before being pointed in the right direction and heading out.
Harry was elated, he was almost skipping through the forest he felt so amazing. Draco walked at a slower pace behind him, smiling at his antics.
They came to the edge of the forest after three hours. They could see the muggle equipment used to cut down trees and make room in the forest.
Getting into the headquarters was not going to be easy. Their worry only intensified when they saw the official seal of the British Ministry of Magic on the signage and paperwork of the crew.
Draco gave Harry a concerned look and they slowly edged towards the main office.
The office was dark and dreary upon entry. No personal were present.
"Where are we going to find these things?" Harry asked as he peered around the dark office.
"Lets try the cabinets, wait there. There is the safe we should look there." Draco pointed to a high security metal vault.
A quick unlocking spell proved unfruitful.
"It seems there are stronger wards than I imagined," Draco noted with consternation.
"That means we are dealing with someone a little more cautious than we thought. More importantly we are dealing with wizards and not just muggles." Harry waited as Draco finished an unwarding spell usually reserved for dark spells.
Opening the vault the two found the stolen scrolls. In addition, the found papers that stunned them. The documents detailed relations between the British Ministry and the muggle Brazilian government to not only destroy the land but remove the magical people and have them enslaved if not killed.
Harry was horrified.
"What are we going to do?" Harry asked, his face still white.
"You're going to hand over those documents and come with me!" A voice sounded behind them. A muggle worker had entered the office.
Draco gave Harry a look.
They were in trouble now.
