James Potter sat in his living room watching his son fly on his broom outside through the window. His thoughts were not really on the boy he was looking at. They were on another little boy he had abused and abandoned. What really made him feel worse was that he had only been trying to shock his son's magic out of him and prevent him from being treated like a second rate citizen. Somehow things had gotten out of hand and he didn't even notice when he crossed the line from that to an abusive father.

He couldn't even find Harry to tell him how sorry he was and how much he regretted what he had done. Even his friends only ever came over to see Alex on occasion and even then they preferred to have him at their own homes where he was no longer welcome. He did not know what to do. Even Dumbledore had been unable to track him. His rose colored glasses that had him seeing Alex as a powerhouse were well and truly off.

He remembered every instance of accidental magic he assumed were Alex's accidents Harry was always in the room. At first Harry claimed it was his magic but he had only seen what he wanted to see and that was his favorite child with powerful magic and Harry was punished for lying. He realised now that there was no more accidental magic for over a year after Harry was punished until Alex changed the color of his hair after throwing a temper tantrum. The power in the magic was nowhere near the strength of the previous accidents. In hindsight that should have been his first clue that the magic produced then was nowhere the same as before.

Hogwarts was starting in two days and he hoped that he would be able to see Harry and apologise. The new law that came out would ensure he would go to Hogwarts wherever he was. If he couldn't get there himself the magic of the school would bring him onto the school grounds he made sure of that when he reversed the disowning he had done.

xxx

While James Potter contemplated what he would say to his son, Harry now Evandros Loki Selywyn was starting at his new school in Beaubatons academy of magic. The school was in a chateau surrounded by majestic gardens. Evandros was quite distinctive with his unusual green eyes that matched his parents' eyes and his height made him look a bit older than eleven. Loki and Tony had spent the last few months before he started school teaching him magic. Having already taught himself more than the basics Harry was learning magic years ahead of the first year.

Evandros was not sure what he was expecting when he entered the carriage to go to his new school. There was two other students in it when he got in after saying goodbye to his parents. He was nervous as he had never really been exposed to other children other than his mean twin brother. Even when they had had visitors at Potter manor he was kept in his room and not allowed to interact with the children who visited.

With a bravery he did not feel Evandros sat opposite the two boys in the carriage and gave a small smile which was returned. One of the boys was short for his age and had short curly auburn hair and bright blue eyes and the other was the same height as Evandros and had dirty blonde, straight shoulder length hair. The former spoke first "Hi. I'm Ross Hayes and this is my cousin Mathew Hayes."

Smiling Evandros replied "Nice to meet you, I'm Evandros Selywyn, you can call me Evan."

After they got over the initial shyness Evan found he liked his new friends. They were all in the first year and seemed to like the same things as him. By the time they got to school they were laughing ad teasing each other like old friends. Evan was very happy his fears that no-one would want to be friends with him were unfounded.

The first sight of his new school had him smiling happily. As beautiful as it was it was nothing compared to his home with Loki and Tony. He doubted any place could be as awe inspiring as the castle he called home which had a mixture of magic and technology creating a place he assumed even the gods would be happy to live. On his way into the school he could feel his phone in his pocket vibrating. He ignored it knowing it was Tony. He had been phoning every hour to check if he had arrived and he told him he was not going to answer anymore.

They were led from the coaches that brought them into a huge hall where the rest of the school was already settled and were shown to tables put aside for the first years. The first years were grouped depending on classes they chose. Evan decided to try every class before deciding what he liked. He had two weeks to adjust to his classes which meant he had time to attend at least two of each of the classes available giving him a better chance at deciding.

The tables they sat on were elegant looking and posh with each table sitting four students at a time. To get his food Evan picked up his menu and said what he wanted to eat then he watched as his food appeared. His friends followed his example as well and smiled when the food appeared. Evan was relieved he would not have to eat food mixed with meat. He had been worried he would have to ask for a specific menu for himself. They listened to the headmistress's welcome speech before the prefects led them to their rooms. Evan had his own room. The room was plain with a single bed a desk and chair. His trunk was placed at the end of the bed. The prefects made it clear if he wanted a fancy room he would have to use magic to customise what he was given.

Waiting until he was alone in his room he took out his wand and created more space in the room using runes. Pointing at the bed he transfigured it into a smaller version of a four poster similar to the one he ad at home. He used greens and browns earthy colors to decorate his room. By the time he was finished his room was huge with quality furniture all personalised to himself. He was pleased with himself as he got ready for bed.

The knock on his door surprised Evan the next morning. Opening the door he found Ross and Matt standing there ready for their first day of classes. Her smiled and said "Come in guys, I'm almost done."

Forgetting about the changes he made he was surprised when his new friends stopped in the doorway and said "Wow, how did you score such an awesome room?"

Evan just shrugged and said "I didn't. The room was different yesterday. I used magic to customse it. I did it at home in my own room so changing this one was easy enough."

Matt turned away from the sight he had been staring at and said "You think you can help us with ours?"

Nodding Evan replied "Sure, no problem. We can do that after the introductions to our classes."

xxx Christmas holidays

Evan packed his belongings as he got ready to go home. He smiled as he thought about the year so far. His chosen subjects included Arithmancy, Alchemy, Ancient studies, Astronomy, potions, ancient runes, Herbology, magical theory, dark arts, defense against the dark arts, transfiguration, charms and care of magical creatures. He had to get a time turner to get to all of his classes in one day. He didn't mind as he did not want to drop any subject and with his quick learning the teachers encouraged him to keep up his classes as they were.

Toni and Loki were waiting for him outside with a portkey for their home. Evan was excited. He was looking forward to a Christmas at home with his family. It would be his first proper christmas where he was not locked away like a dirty little secret. He hugged his friends goodbye and ran into his parent's arms. He was amused as Tony fussed over him like a mother hen.

"Evan I missed you. You don't write or call home often enough."

Loki laughed and said "He writes every week and calls every other day. You worry too much."

Tony frowned at Loki and said "Well excuse me for wanting to know how my son is every day."

Rolling his eyes at what he knew would turn into some kind of argument, as he knew those two could argue about anything and everything. He remembered when they dropped him off for school they were arguing about whether they should argue or not, knowing this would not end soon he cut them off before they could really get started. "Can we go now and you two can finish your discussion when we get home?"

Evan knew better than to call them out on their arguments or he would be dragged into them as well. He smiled when Loki brought out the portkey and they all took a hold of it and disappeared. They reappeared in the receiving room of their home and Loki said "Welcome home kiddo."

Evan replied "It feels good to be home. What are we doing for christmas you didn't tell me."

Tony looked at Loki waiting for him to explain but he didn't say anything. Rolling his eyes Tony said just low enough for only Loki to hear 'whimp!' then turned to Evan and said "We were planning on spending the entire holiday here at home as this is our first christmas as a family but we have invites to balls we cannot ignore."

Evan's downtrodden face had Tony trying to sooth him, "I know you don't like crowds Evan and if I could refuse I would but with our standing in society we have to accept at least one of the invites especially if we are going to keep the connections we made to ensure no-one can take you from us. We waited till you got home before deciding which one would be best to accept or at least so we can avoid some people from your previous life that you do not wish too see. Although right now you look more like Loki and I we do not want to take the chance that someone might put two and two together and we end up losing you despite all our precautions."

Nodding Evan replied "Okay,as long as we can avoid the Potters, I don't think I am ready to face them yet even after all this time."

Loki spoke "We are only going to one ball and we have the rest of the holiday to do as we wish. After the the ball on Christmas eve we are going to see what America is like in this world. Tony wants to see what the differences are from our previous world. Personally I think he wants to find out if there is a Tony Stark here and if he is the same as him."

Evan giggled as Tony cut off Loki and they began their infamous arguing. The rest of the day was spent unpacking and making plans for the rest of the holiday.

Tony and Loki both taught Evan how to dance and showed him what to wear to get ready for Christmas eve. It had been decided to go to the Longbottom's ball as Loki had found out through the grapevine that the Potter's were going to be at the one being hosted by the Diggories. Evan did not have any qualms about going to the Longbottoms' as he never met them, the Potters never introduced him to anyone so he doubted he would be recognised that easily especially with the changes he went through because of the adoption.

When the day finally arrived Evan Loki and Tony wore a common theme color green although in different shades. All three of them had their hair tied at the back something which was normally seen amongst the purebloods. Evan wished he could have his friends there with him but he could not. They were spending Christmas with their own families. He was not too keen on returning to the world he once belonged in. A part of him just wanted to hide and never go back there but he could not. He knew his destiny was entwined in the wizarding world of Britain and even if he tried to hide he would be somehow dragged kicking and screamimg to it. It would be better if he went on his own terms rather than someone elses'. They apparated to Longbottom manor and as they walked in to Evan's horror there in front of them speaking to the Longbottom dowager were the Potters...