Chapter 9

Harry looked at Lucius surprised to see his reaction towards the elderly wizard. He had seen no doubt in the blonde's eyes and it made him wonder what other secrets did the headmaster hold. He looked at his godfathers and saw them not shocked for Lucius' proactive manor for James and Lily's wishes. He looked at his wife who held a slight smirk that reminded him of Snape. He shivered at the thought, but found it rather sexy on his wife. Harry was shaken from his thoughts when Dumbledore returned to the table. He narrowed his emerald eyes at the headmaster.

Tipton sat a large folder down on the table. The family did see the red wax of the Potter's family crest cracked. The goblin gently rested his fingertips on the folder and addressed the family. "I do apologize about this Mr. Potter. I truly do not know how the Potter Will had gained access to a non family member or magical guardian. When it happened I must have been away on business." Harry nodded and motioned for him to continue.

Sirius took Remus's hand under the table and gave it a gentle squeeze. He turned and looked at his lover and smiled weakly. They were dreading and curious to hear what the will contained.

Tipton slowly opened the folder. He looked up at the family. "The Will of James and Lily Potter." He said gently hoping to ease the heart ache because it was hard on him as well.

"I, James Benjamin Potter and Lily Maggie Potter from the Noble House of Potter leave soul guardianship to Sirius Orion Black. If he is unable to care for our son we leave full guardianship to Remus John Lupin of Harry James Potter. The balance of 2.9 million galleons to ensure of his care. In no circumstances will Harry be removed from the Wizarding World and to ensure he's to remain will be taken care of by the following people: Lucius and Narcissa Malfoy or Severus Snape. Harry will not be taken under the care of Vernon and Petunia Dursely or the care of Albus Dumbledore." Tipton stopped and stared at Dumbledore and narrowed his yellowish eyes.

"The Properties will be handled by the following people until Harry turns the age of seven or is married sometime before may gain ownership of the following: Banking shall be over seen by Tipton Barnes and Luicus Malfoy. The ownership of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry should be handled by Minerva Athena McGonagall. Potter Winery to Tipsy the house elf. Gryffindor Castle in the care of Stars the house elf. The Leaky Cauldron shall be handled by Madame Rosemrata. Ollivander's Wand Shop will be taken care by Mr. Reeden Ollivander. Flourish and Blootts and Magical Menagerie under the care of Narcissa Malfoy. Quality Quidditch Store will be handled by Lucius Malfoy. The care of Fawkes the phoenix will go to Remus Lupin." The goblin looked around and at the family giving them a break before he continued. He saw Dumbledore's shocked expression. He chuckled. "We leave the Potter Family Vault of 100 billon galleons. We know that it has grown over years. We leave the remaining jewels along with the Gryffindor sword, family rings and wedding bands."

Tipton turned the page. "We leave Sirius Orion Black 200 million galleons to do as he wishes. Padfoot old pal just don't go too marauder over our boy. Moony make sure he doesn't go over board. Remus John Lupin we leave 200 million galleons. If Harry whishes to give more he may. Boys take care of our Little Marauder. Remember we love you both. The witnesses to the Potter's Will are: Lucius Malfoy, family advisor. Narcissa Malfoy and Minerva McGonagall." Tipton closed the folder and sat back with a heavy sigh. "Mr. Potter what would you like to do with Mr. Peter Pettigrew's half of 200 million?" asked the goblin.

"Just give Sirius and Remus each 100 million." Harry told him. He nodded and quickly made the transaction to their vaults.

Sirius and Remus looked at the closed folder and turned to the headmaster who sat across from them. Remus let out a inhumanly growl. He reached to for his wand. Sirius saw his action and slowly pulled his hand away from his pocket. Harry quickly pulled out his wand and pointed his wand at the man he once trusted.

"You conniving old fool. How did you get into my parents will. You took me from the world I was to stay in and kidnapped me from my guardian. You have hurt my family for the last time." Harry smirked at the man. "Did the magic of Hogwarts leave you Professor? I hope to Merlin it did."

"Harry I did it to help you." Albus told him fatherly tone as if he was talking to a two year old.

Harry let out a laugh that sent shiver down everyone's spine. He twisted his wand between his thumb and index finger. He raised a brow at the wizard. "Now, I will happily get Professor Snape in here and give you some truth serum, but that would be all too easy." he turned to his wife, "Wouldn't you say Mrs. Potter?" He asked and watched Albus's eyes widen at the information of his marriage. "Oh how rude of me. My I introduce my wife Hermione Potter. Wonderful isn't?"

"Oh yes wonderful my boy." Albus said with a false twinkle in his eye. "Why did you get married so soon?"

Hermione smirk widened at the headmaster and her eyes twinkled with amusement at what was to come. She said, "Oh the Ancient Ones blessed us. Apparently we've came back to earth many times because we couldn't share our happiness. And look at us now." She couldn't help but laugh. "Are we done here dear?" Hermione asked standing up.

"I believe we are. Potters let's take our leave." said Harry with twinkling emerald eyes. The family rose from their chairs. "Mr. Tipton I will contact you if I shall need your services." The goblin nodded. "Good day Headmaster," and with that the Potter family and Luicus Malfoy left the room leaving behind a shock Albus Dumbledore.

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Sirius busted out into a fit of laughter once the family was out of the bank. He grabbed onto Remus's shoulder to keep from falling onto the ground. Hermione on smirked at the Marauder. Lucius chuckled at the family. He shook his head.

Harry turned to Luicus, "Mr. Malfoy, I want you to do some digging around. I want to know what Dumbledore has gotten his hands into. I want to know what has been taken. I have a feeling that money has been taken from the Potter vault and been paying off the ones he wants quiet."

"I will do that." Lucius told him. He turned to his goddaughter and said, "Hermione dear, look I know this is extremely hard but we kept everything from you to protect you. Please go home and speak to your family and your uncle. Severus has protected you for many years. He loves so much my dear. Please think about it."

Hermione blinked back the tears. She inhaled a shaky breath and threw her arms around Lucius. He steadied himself with his cane and wrapped his arms around her thin waist. He looked at the family and back his goddaughter. Hermione's body shook with sobs. Luicus rubbed soothing circles on her back and whispered words of comfort.

"It's alright sweetheart. We all know you'd take it this way. It's only natural." He whispered and kissed her hairline. He pulled back and handed her his handkerchief. "Dry those beautiful eyes of yours and go see your parents. Alright?" Hermione nodded took the handkerchief and dried her eyes. "That's my brave girl. Boys take care of her."

"We will." they all said together and watched the wizard walk down the street. They returned to Potter Cottage.

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Harry smiled when he saw Hedwig on the porch perched on the back of rocking chair hooting at Fawkes. The phoenix cocked his head to the side and studied the snow white owl. They all chuckled at the scene. It made them wonder if they were actually having a conversation.

Hermione walked up the few steps and Fawkes flew over onto her shoulder and nibbled lovingly at her ear. Hedwig flew over to Harry and landed on his shoulder. He lovingly stroked her head.

"Come on kids let's get packed and head over to Sean and Helen's it's time to face them." Remus told them. "You've been gone for seven weeks and knowing the others they'll be there too."

Fawkes let out a peaceful melody and Hermione relaxed. She nodded and they went inside.

Sunny popped in front of them and smiled. "Master Potter how things go?"

"Well as excepted." he told the house elf. "Will you please get our things together and send them to Sean and Helen Granger's house."

"Yes sir. I'll do it right away." Sunny was gone with a crack.

Hermione walked into the living room and sat down on the couch. Harry quietly sat down next to his wife. He pulled her into his arms and kissed her forehead. Sirius and Remus decided to give the couple some alone time and go for a walk.

"Today's been a hard day, but once we have all this family matters set right it will be alright. I want to try and fix something's before the baby arrives." Harry told her running his fingers through her curls.

"A…Harry I should tell you twins run in my family." Hermione said causing him to quickly pull her back at arms length. "My grandmother was a twin."

"I'll keep that in mind. I have an idea love." Harry said and smile crossed his face. "If we have twins let's name one James and the other one Benjamin."

"Mmmm… Benjamin James and Sebastian Thomas. Thomas is father's middle name, is that alright?"

Harry smiled and whispered against her lips, "Perfect," and claimed her lips with his own. "I have feeling we'll have two bouncing boys."

"I hope we do." Hermione whispered and captured his lips. Harry slowly lowered her down onto the couch. "Harry." She laughed when he blew in her ear.

Remus and Sirius smiled when they heard the names. Remus cleared his throat. Harry looked up and winked at the Marauders. He helped Hermione to her feet.

"Sunny has sent our things ahead." Sirius told the couple. "We'll meet you there lovebirds." Sirius and Remus were gone with a faint pop.

"Let's use the floo network love. It's safer for you." Harry told her. She nodded in agreement. Harry threw in the floo powder. "Granger Home. In you go honey." She nodded and she was gone with swirl of green flames. "Fawkes, Hedwig I'll see you there." They nodded and Harry vanished with a swirl of green flames.

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Severus paced his sister's living room. He had received an owl from Lucius that told him that he had spoken to Hermione about coming home. Severus turned on his heels robes blowing behind him. He could understand why Hermione went to think things over and he knew Potter was right about him "Breaking the news to her gently." Severus stopped when he saw green flames appear in the fireplace. He watched Hermione and Harry step into living room. He heard the back door opened and close and he knew Sirius and Remus had arrived.

Hermione looked at the man that stood before her. She chewed on her bottom lip. She didn't know what to do.

Severus quietly walked up to his niece. He looked into the bright brown eyes that were glazed over with tears. He closed his eyes and took a deep breath but opened them when he felt two arms go around his neck. Severus looked at Harry surprised at the embrace.

"Angel." he whispered and wrapped his arms around her thin waist. "I'm so sorry. I shouldn't have broken the news of the family to you in the manor I did. I'm bastard. I can't help it." he heard Hermione laugh. "You can ask your mother."

Hermione pulled back and smiled weakly at her uncle. "I figured that out awhile back." Severus raised a brow. "Sorry." He shook his head and kissed her gently on the forehead.

Sean walked into the room and quickly pulled his daughter in his arms relieved to see her safe and at home. Hermione returned the hug and she was pulled away from her father and into her mother's arms. Hermione returned the hug grateful to be home, but still angry at her parents.

Narcissa, Draco and Lucius walked into the room. Narcissa smiled and pulled her son into her arms and smiled. Draco struggled to brake free from his mother. Lucius chuckled at his son.

Harry took a deep breath and walked up to childhood enemy. He looked the blonde up and down. Draco broke free from his mother. Draco straightened his clothes. Harry gave a goofy grin.

Harry held out his hand. "I shouldn't have turned down your handshake first year. You were right about Ron. Can we start a new?" he asked hoping for a handshake.

The family stood around waiting for the two young wizards to make a truce. Severus crossed his arms over his chest. Hermione chewed on her bottom lip.

"Truce Potter. It seems we've turned to be related." Draco said and shook his hand.

Hermione was pulled into a hug by Narcissa. She smiled at the blonde women. "I'm glad you came home sweetheart. Remus, Sirius thank you."

The family sat down around the living room. Harry pulled Hermione into his arms and sat down on the floor. She took a deep breath. They worked things out slowly with the family. Hermione found out how the Malfoy and the Snape family became related through an affair. Harry and Hermione found it kind of funny. Severus, Lucius and Draco were spies. They didn't tell them who they were spies for but they knew it wasn't for Dumbledore. At lest for Draco and Lucius. Harry and Hermione knew it was for their safety because of Voldemort being able to enter Harry's mind.

"Harry, I'll help you with Occlumency and my teaching will be more…understanding." Severus told him. "First step meditation. Hermione I want you to do the same. I want you to meditate an hour in the morning and a hour before you go to bed." he said with a smirk. Harry nodded.

"Thank you Professor."

Severus stood up squeezed Hermione shoulder. "I must go. I have potions that need brewing. Owl me if you need anything. Just keep the mediation and when the school year starts I'll become more aggressive in my teachings." Harry nodded again. "Good night Angel." Hermione smiled and nodded her head.

Draco nodded to Harry and Hermione. He didn't truly know how to react around them. He had to keep his cold hearted appearance towards them. He couldn't afford to become too friendly. Harry and Hermione understood his reasons. They couldn't blame him. Lucius kissed Hermione on the cheek and shook Harry's hand. Narcissa kissed both Harry and Hermione on the cheek and followed her family out of the house.

"Come on Mione. Let's get to bed. It's been a long day." Harry whispered against her ear. She nodded. "Good night guys. Thanks for the talk," and left the room.

Sean, Helen, Remus and Sirius all sighed in relief. They had talked to the kids. They hoped things were slowly on the mend. They knew with Harry's need of a family would help Hermione. The family knew it would take more than one talk to fix the family. It was at lest a start.

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