"A sibling," Rodney exclaimed

"Yeah by my mother," I said

"Why didn't you know," he asked smiling

"My mom and dad never married. I lived with my dad after he left school. When I was seven he told me the story…I guess he got tired of my constant questions. He was a seventh year; my mother was in fifth year. It was the best thing for all three of us. Dad moved us to the United States when I was nine months old. I never saw her again," I told him

"That's amazing," he breathed

"Yeah it is," I replied smiling

I woke up the next morning to find Rodney watching me sleep . I kissed him softly.

"Morning babe, up a bit early aren't you," I asked jokingly knowing he usually was up this early.

"Couldn't get back to sleep. You got another letter it's next to your lamp over there," he said pointing to it.

"Thanks," I told him sitting up and grabbing it.

I opened the seal and unrolled the parchment. Inside was another piece that was in a sealed envelope. I turned to the roll first.

Dear Mr. Sheppard,

It is good to hear from you. I am happy to have received your letter knowing it will help. There are some things you should know first.

First I need to tell you that almost three years ago the Dark Lord Voldemort was returned to life with the help of his Death Eaters. Since then he has regained much of his power base and followers from all those years ago. Attacks have already begun all over England and they are branching out into neighboring countries including France and Scotland.

Lastly I have informed your half brother of your letter to me in regards to him. Inside this letter he has decided to include one of his own. It was his request that I not mention anything about him as he wanted to tell you himself.

Sincerely,

Headmistress Minerva McGonagall

I swore quietly before moving to my bag. I dug through it trying to get to the bottom of it. One I got there I pulled a small wood box out and opened it with care. I pulled out the thin cylindrical wooden piece inside. I held it for a moment reveling in the feeling of the 13 inches of ash wood before sliding it into the back pocket of the blue jeans I'd slipped on.

Sitting back down on the bed I picked up the sealed letter wanting to find out more about my younger brother. I flipped it over and broke the wax on the back before opening it and pulling out the piece of folded parchment inside.

Dear Mr. Sheppard,

I don't really know what to say, it was a strange experience to find out suddenly that I have an older brother. I asked the Headmistress not to tell you anything about me so that I could.

My name is Harry James Potter. Since the Ministry letter said you are a wizard I know that you probably know my name though with being from the United States you may not but please don't believe all that is said in the Daily Prophet.

Headmistress McGonagall told me that you are my half brother through my mom. I must say the only thing I know about her is that she had vibrant red hair and amazing emerald green eyes. Do you know anything more about her?

I don't know how you will respond to this but I would like to meet you if it is possible. Hogwarts starts winter break in two days. If you are willing I thought maybe we could meet in London. I really do look forward to getting to know you.

Sincerely,

Harry James Potter

"I have a younger brother," I said chuckling, "and he wants to meet me."

"Awesome…what's his name?" Rodney asked smiling

"His name is Harry James Potter," I told him

"Harry…sounds like a nice kid," he told me

I pulled out more parchment and wrote him a not telling him that I would love to meet him. In it I asked if we could meet in Diagon Alley. I sent the note with the owl which was waiting around.

Rodney and I got dressed and ordered room service. We had French toast which is Rodney's favorite breakfast food, with eggs, sausage, bacon and coffee for breakfast. We have already decided to go window shopping. Rodney and I spent most of the morning walking up and down Main Street commenting on items in the shops.

While walking around I couldn't help but let my mind wonder to my brother. Harry had been right in thinking that I have heard his name. When I was younger I had always wanted to meet the boy who lived. I was about seven years old when he had destroyed the Dark Lord. I find it strange to think about the fact that my mother and stepfather are the equally famous James and Lily Potter. I really can't wait to meet him.

Later

Tapping sounded at the window once again and I opened it. The owl landed on my arm and I smiled.

"Wow," Rodney breathed looking at the owl

"I completely agree," I smiled petting the beautiful snowy owl who is a female I think and as far as I can tell has a gentle attitude judging by the fact that she landed on my arm. Most owls won't due that unless they are gentle in nature or have been trained to do so.

I opened the parchment letter with shaking hands.

Dear Mr. Sheppard,

I would love to meet you in Diagon Alley. I will see you at McLaire's three days from now at noon. Would you mind if I brought a few friends they all wanted to meet you. I mostly think they just want to meet you as you are now officially the only member of my family that is alive. If the time and place is acceptable let me know. I told my owl Hedwig to wait for a response from you.

I can't wait to hear from you as it is most boring here at school this year. I swear the classes just teach the same thing day after day. It's not much fun…All the best,

Sincerely,

Harry

I grabbed more parchment and the TV tray once more and set about writing while Hedwig moved over to the bedpost where I was surprised when Rodney moved over to sit next to her to stroke her feathers.

Dear Harry,

I have no problem with you bringing your friends I would love to meet them. I actually was planning on bringing my partner with me since he wants to meet you. I will see you in three days and please call me John…Mr. Sheppard is my father. Hedwig is amazing by the way, I have never seen a more beautiful owl.

Sincerely,

John

I sealed the letter and sent it off with the snowy owl and crawled back into bed. I kissed Rodney softly wrapping my arms around him leaning back against the headboard.

"Babe what do you think about going to London in a few days and spending a few days there as part of our vacation?" I asked

"Sounds like fun, what are we going to do in London," he answered then asked leaning away from me to look up into my face.

"Harry wants to meet me and I want to meet him so we've agreed to meet in London which is closer to him since he is still in school," I explained

"Awesome," Rodney said smiling, "I do have a question though."

"Yeah what is it," I asked

"What's up with the owls, parchment, quills, and ink," he inquired