Chapter 1

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Harry made his way down the stairs. He stopped along the way to admire stuff. It was a nice house. He wondered if it was the same one he visited with Hermione on Christmas Eve.

The house seemed pretty normal for a wizard house. It wasn't a grand manor like the Malfoys nor was it stacked one story upon the other like the Weasleys. It was just right. If it wasn't for the toy broomstick lying on the floor, several stuffed animals of dragons, unicorns and pixies and the painting and pictures that moved and spoke to him saying, "Morning Harry!" he would have never guessed.

The clock showed that it was 7:45AM. Finding the kitchen he saw that his parents and siblings were already seated. James Potter looked exactly the same. He even had glasses.
'Why don't I have them?' he wondered.

"Morning Sport! Enjoy your last breakfast at home!" Lilly's eyes got all misty. "I can't believe my baby boy is going to Hogwarts". Kristina piped up, "I'll be going in three years mummy!" James chuckled, "Don't remind me princess! Then we'll only have old Nicky here to keep us company."
The little boy looked no more than four years old. He had auburn hair which had the same flair as James and Harry's but his eyes were a deep grey. They reminded Harry of Aunt Petunia's eyes. The moment he saw Harry he gave a toothy smile, "Hawwy!" Harry grinned. "Hey Nick!" He assumed the boy's name must be Nicholas. James had called him Nicky; and there weren't many boys' names you shortened with Nicky!

Lilly placed the French toast in front of him. Harry took a great big bite. It was the best French toast he'd ever eaten. He took in his surroundings. Now this seemed more like a wizarding kitchen. The dishes were washing themselves in midair. Lilly casually waved her wand and the mop began to start cleaning the floor.

An owl came at just that moment and dropped a copy of The Daily Prophet. James paid the owl and it took off again. As James read the paper and Lilly continued cleaning the kitchen, Harry got lost in his thoughts.

He still couldn't figure out what was going on. How did he get here? Was this heaven? Some 5th dimension? Or was this limbo and at the end he would see the light and he'd die?

"...did you hear me?" James had spoken. "Oh, sorry dad." James laughed. "Day dreaming about school already?" "Err...yeah!"

"I said do want to go flying?" "Of course!" Harry began shovelling his breakfast down.
"I want to come too!" Kristina called out. "Change your clothes sweetheart. You can ride with me." Kristina practically sprinted up the stairs. Lilly looked reproachfully at James.
"Be careful with her up there." "Don't worry Lills; she'll be safe with us. Right Sport?" "Yeah mum! Stop worrying!"

Lilly smiled fondly at Harry. "Better hurry up if you want to get a few hours of flying."

James and Harry stood up. James called out, "We'll be near the broom shed Krissy!" "Okay daddy!"

Harry followed James outside to the broom shed. Harry opened it and saw three brooms. There was a Comet 260 and two Nimbus 2000s. Harry felt a pang in his heart.

His old Nimbus.

He didn't have the foggiest idea which broom was his.

"Grab your broom Harry!" James said cheerfully. James went for one of the Nimbuses and Harry went for the Comet. Kristina came running outside at that moment. When she reached them she asked in a puzzled tone, "Why are you using mum's broom?"

'This is Mum's? The Nimbus belongs to me?'

James grinned, "Don't tell me you're afraid to spoil it? It's only a month old. I'm sure it's dying for a spin!" Harry did the math and realized that he must have gotten the Nimbus for his birthday. Replacing the Comet for the Nimbus, he felt it vibrate in his hands. It was just as anxious as him to get up on the air. They made their way to an empty field. As they passed by the houses Harry deducted that this was indeed Godric's Hollow. The neighbourhood had a mix of muggle and magical families. However, the Potters lived in the Magical District.

This field in the magical area was unplottable and had muggle repelling charms thus muggles wouldn't see wizards zooming around on brooms. Harry eagerly mounted his broom and took off. This feeling was exhilarating; the rush of wind in his hair. He had missed this so much. Harry continued to climb altitude and did a few loop de loops. Harry looked down and saw that his father and sister were flying at a much lower altitude. Harry zoomed down towards their level. Harry noticed that James seemed to look a bit sad. "I'm going to miss this when you're gone". Harry grinned, "Don't worry dad, we'll do this when I come home for Christmas!"

They flew for a good hour but were interrupted when Lilly sent a message telling them to come home; otherwise they would be late and might miss the train. Making their way towards the house, they ran into Bathilda Bagshot. Harry recalled how the snake had come out of her neck and shuddered a bit. She seemed to be slightly "gaga" (she kept muttering to herself), but requested Harry to give Dumbledore her best which Harry complied to do.

Locking up their brooms Harry lagged behind. He'd never had this much fun in a long time. Is this what he'd been missing all these years? If this was a hallucination, he wasn't sure if he wanted it to end.

James saw the look on his face and misread it for missing his broom. "Don't worry Harry. If you make the house team we'll Owl Express it right away." "But dad, nobody's made the house team as a first year in a century!"

'Except me in a former life'.

James winked. "You're a natural! Better than me when I was you're age. You'll be a shoo in! But before we leave I have a present for you. Sirius has one as well."

'Sirius...wait he's not in Azkaban in this world?'

James ran ahead to the house and Harry followed. James beckoned him into the study. The study had more than enough books to make Hermione happy.

James handed Harry a folded up cloak. Harry unravelled and looked up in shock. "Your Invisibility cloak?" James smiled fondly at Harry. "It's time you put it to good use." Harry ran and embraced James. "You're the best dad!" "Don't I know it?"

"Don't get an ego James!" Lilly had stuck her head in. "Honey we better leave now. It takes 25 minutes to get to Kings Cross."

They loaded up the family car with Harry belongings. Harry placed the cloak in his trunk. Kristina called out, "Don't forget Hedwig!" James came carrying the owl cage.

'Hedwig...' The snowy owl clicked her beak impatiently. Harry took a closer look and tried to communicate by mental telepathy. 'Do you remember me girl? Do you remember our old life? I'm so sorry you died. It was all my fault...' Her amber eyes locked with Harry for a minute and she gave a soft coo. Harry sighed and got in the car.

Lilly was the one who was driving. James muttered about muggle contraptions too complicated for him. Lilly gave him a look. James sighed "Good thing your parents insisted you learn how to drive Lills." Kristina bounced in her seat and starting talking to anyone who would listen about all the things she would do when she went to Hogwarts. Harry played with Nicholas. The little boy really seemed to love Harry. James let loose a spare snitch in the car, and the boys spent the rest of the car ride trying to catch it. Everytime Harry made a save Nick cheered and clapped. Harry was vaguely reminded of Wormtail cheering on James in Snape's memory. But it was plain to see that Nick idolized Harry.

The family finally reached Kings Cross. Lilly parked the car and they made their way towards the platforms. "Lills, isn't your sister's son starting school today too?" Lilly rolled her eyes. "That's what she said in my last letter from her. She said he's going to Smeltings or something..."
James nudged her. "Isn't that them?" Harry turned around and nearly choked. There they were; Aunt Petunia, Uncle Vernon and good old Big D.

Lilly gestured to James and the children to stay there and she made her way towards them. Harry however followed quietly behind her.

"Hi Tuney" Lilly said quietly. Petunia turned around and her face became pale. "What are you doing here?" she hissed. Lilly determined to keep the peace answered calmly, "It's Harry's first day at Hogwarts". Petunia's eyes darted towards Harry. Her eyes widened slightly as though surprised. Petunia opened her mouth to say something when Dudley and Vernon came back from the snack counter. Harry had forgotten how ridiculous Dudley looked in his Smeltings uniform and had to suppress a snigger.

Vernon let out an angry growl, "What are you freaks doing here?" This time Lilly's eyes darkened. She turned around and caught Harry by his shoulders and began steering them away. "We're leaving. I'm sorry for thinking that you could be civil towards us. I guess I was wrong." Lilly called out behind her. Harry turned around and looked back. Dudley was asking his parents "Who are they?" Vernon bellowed, "Nobody you want to bother associating with". Lilly brushed a tear that fell down her cheek. Harry hugged her and she hugged him close. This was the first time he's ever received a hug from his mother. It was unlike any other hug he'd ever received, it seemed to warmed him right up.

When they reached the others Lilly shook her head. James nodded and they made their way towards platforms 9 and 10. They decided that they would split up. Lilly would take Harry and Nicholas. James would bring Kristina and the luggage. "Hold on to my hand Harry" she instructed. They leaned casually in between the platforms. Suddenly the three of them fell through. The steaming scarlet train was already there and Harry saw platform 9 ¾. Harry felt utter joy and the first waves of excitement but he felt sadness too. He only spent a few hours with his parents. He didn't want to leave them. He wasn't ready.

James and Kristina came behind them panting slightly. They must have run towards the barrier. "I'll put your stuff on the train." James turned around and boarded the train. Kristina talked non-stop on how exciting this all way. Harry was vaguely reminded of what Ron had said about Ginny. Harry looked around for the Weasleys. But he didn't see them.

"Harry old chap!" 'That voice!' Sirius came up and grinned lazily. "Ready for the first day of the rest of your life?" "Ha ha, Sirius!" "Before I forget, here's my special present to you!" He gave Harry a piece of parchment. Harry heart leaped. It was the Marauder's Map! Sirius bent forward, "I wrote on a second piece of parchment how to work it." Harry hugged Sirius, "Thank you so much!" Sirius waved away the thanks. "Put it to good use! The kitchens are a must. Oh there you are Prongs!" James had reappeared. "We're needed at the headquarters. We have to go on a raid." James swore under his breath. "Sorry Harry I guess I'm needed now." James gave Harry a hug. "Owl us tomorrow ok? Make sure you get Gryffindor!" Harry smiled. James kissed Lilly and the rest of the kids. "See you all tonight!" James and Sirius gave Harry thumbs up, wished him good luck and disapparated.

There were five more minutes left till the train departed. Harry hugged Lilly and his siblings and boarded the train. He hung around near the door. From there they spoke until the whistle sounded. Kristina and Nicholas cried. Harry promised he would send them an owl tomorrow and maybe a surprise by the weekend. They perked up at that. The train began to move. Harry leaned out and waved good bye. Lilly threw a kiss his way. The train continued to pick up speed. It rounded up the corner and they disappeared from view.

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