As always, time passed. "Moody" had completely given up on Imperius curses after being sent to the Hospital Wing. Takuya had turned out to be good at them and using a power both he and Harry shared, Takuya's make up third year exams were passed quickly. The quartet of Ron, Harry, Hermione, and Takuya spent a large amount of time with Cedric and the seventh year digidestined of that house, Yoshi, Miki, and Megumi.
"So, did you figure out what you three want to be?" Harry asked them.
"I heard that the Aurors are like a police force so I'll be doing that."
"Can't stay away from police work can you Yoshi?"
"No, I suppose not. But, it's different with Miki and Megumi; there really are no desk jobs for them. And Marcus has talked about guarding this digital world while we are stationed here but I think he just wants to find Keenan."
Megumi spoke up, "I think I'll open a store in Hogsmeade and make monju. Marcus' friend says I'm pretty good."
"I thought about getting a job with Madame Rosmerta so I can keep an eye on the school." Miki said.
"So what was that spell you wanted to teach us?" Harry asked.
"Oh, yeah… now I remember."
The group got together to learn spells and such to help Hogwarts win. After the triple Hogwarts selection, most were angry at Harry but the Digidestined, Valkyrie, Cedric, and Hermione knew it couldn't have been him. As such, the seventh year Digidestined decided to teach everyone the stuff they knew. Everyone was shocked that Ron was proficient in many of them except Harry and Takuya. Aodhan seemed to be keeping occupied with something and the only uneasiness came from Defense. The Elecmon still followed Kristy around and was now seen as an interesting cat. This had led to Kari leaving Gatomon out and Suzie her Lopmon. At one point, Hagrid had taken Harry to see what the first of the three tasks was, a dragon. Takuya said that he would use the wind to stun the dragon and sneak by while Cedric mentioned transfiguration. Harry had gotten a tip from "Mad-eye" and had decided to sneak past the dragon using his flame. However, Ron and Hermione now had to leave as they had a double Potions class. At this, Harry and Takuya groaned as this meant that both of them would have to stay after classes for twice the pain. Half an hour later, their woes were behind them as Colin Creevey had arrived to escort them to something called the Weighing of the Wands.
This quickly prompted jokes from Takuya, -Yo wand so fat you had to get implants.-
-Shut up Takuya.-
-Yo wand so fat you have to charm it to use it.-
-Oh brother.-
When they arrived, Harry and Takuya were quickly dragged away from the group by a woman by the name of Rita Skeeter.
Random broom closet, Hogwarts
"Why don't we start with you Harry?"
"Alright."
"So, if your parents were alive, how would they feel?"
"That is a cruel question but I guess I would have to say… nervous."
"Nervous?"
"With an age line in place and aging potions failing, there would have been no way I would have gotten my name in the goblet. See, most people are scared of my appearance and would not go near me if they could help it."
"Er… Do you cry at night for your parents?"
"No, I was too young to-" Harry froze, reading what Rita's quill was writing. He then discretely smiled at Takuya and burned the quill to ashes. "I was too young to remember them so I suppose I am over it."
"Er… So, you are the Hogwarts Champion, tell the truth, are you worried?"
"One of and yes I am worried. Sure, the challenges won't be too terribly fatal but the fact that I was put into it means someone wants me in. Makes me wonder why."
"So you are worried about dying?"
Harry grinned, lupine appearance causing Rita to gasp, "No. I accepted my death three years ago and have never worried about it. Everyone dies and death is not always an end. For example, Takuya was considered dead but he stands here now."
"Ok so, Tackya?"
"Tah-coo-ya"
"Takuya, where were you when you were missing?"
"Dunno. I just woke up back here."
"How did you feel about the events?"
"Happy and confused. I don't know if you heard but everyone including the ghosts and poltergeist joined in welcoming me back. I saw Slytherins hugging their enemies, Gryffindors. I was confused because all of a sudden I find out I'm in this strange tournament."
"Pardon me, but we need Harry and Takuya back." Dumbledore was standing at the door of the cupboard and suddenly the two were back at the wand weighing. The fourth one to go, Harry was now up.
"Sir, I have a problem."
"Yes Harry?"
"I can't give you my wand."
"Why not?"
"I-it's a part of me."
After a few struggles, Mr. Ollivander was forced to have Harry show how his wand worked. Finally, Takuya was called up and he readily passed it over.
"Hm, Beech and melted dragon scale, seventeen inches, moderately flexible?"
"Yes sir."
"It doesn't look like it has been used much."
"Ah…"
At last, the day of the first task had arrived. Harry and Takuya sat in a tent and waved to Cedric, who was now going to face his dragon. Not too long after, Harry was called. Harry loped out of the stands in full lupine form, something he rarely used these days. Many students had forgotten about it and there were many gasps of shock. Quickly, Harry picked up the pace.
"Harry is… running toward the dragon, I'll say." Ludo Bagman was commentating and at a current loss of what to say. Many gasped as Harry erupted into flame and he heard the commentary, "Well, whatever spell he was trying must have failed as… what? Wait a moment, the fireball where Harry was is now flying over the dragon and… I don't believe this, HE HAS THE EGG!"
Harry stood next to the egg and grabbed it. Sensing this, the dragon turned, black scales glistening. It roared but Harry could understand it. ~What are you doing with my egg?~
~It's hollow and there isn't a dragonlet in it. I'm taking it so that your eggs will be safe~
"I-is he talking to the dragon? I-I can't believe, wait… She's letting him pass! HARRY DID IT!"
Harry loped back and stood at the medical tent as he watched Takuya. The boy strode in and lifted his arm, the egg following his path. When Takuya returned, Harry and Takuya were found to be the only champions who were unharmed. Before Harry could get his scores however, he ran off.
-Should I come too Harry?-
-No, it's my cousin.-
Sure enough, when Harry neared the border, he saw Dudley running for his life. Harry quickly grabbed the boy and dragged him inside. As he did so, a strange looking wizard appeared and then gave up the chase. "Dudley!" Harry yelled.
"H-harry, you were… right." Dudley said and then collapsed.
Hermione was worried, Harry still hadn't returned until… "Hey, it's Harry."
"Who's that?"
Harry finally appeared, dragging his cousin Dudley. The usually well fed and large boy was now pale faced and thin. All over him were cuts and bruises, making the boy barely recognizable. "Madame Pomphrey, it's my cousin, he's injured."
A.N. So Harry's warning was well received. Who was this figure pursuing him and how does it connect to the title? Also, I have determined the name of the fifth book, Harry Potter and the Soul Swords. As I think I may have mentioned, I started rewatching Bleach and love the concept of Zanpakto. It just goes beyond being a tool. Think of the difference between Kenpachi Zaraki and others. Of course, I can't give everyone a sword but Harry and Takuya are guaranteed one. Also, I am trying to think of a way to bring back Tai at least briefly and a way to bring back both for good. I seem to have written Thomas out of the story and I just realized that so I think I will try to write him in somehow. A lot of you are probably wondering who my favorite characters are and so I think I'll give you a season by season breakdown as well as telling you my top few HP characters:
Tai: He's just so… I think he reminds me of myself at times.
Ken: Yes, I like Davis but he doesn't get as developed, you know?
Henry: So calm and collected and besides, he practices a martial art like me.
Takuya: Anyone shocked that I abused one of my favorites? I am just so glad he now gets to be back with his friend.
Keenan: I actually feel kind of jealous of Keenan. He gets to live as an animal (Digimon) and I always wish I could do that, you know?
Harry: Yeah I know, so obvious but he doesn't let his fame go to his head and in fact he even rejects it most of the time.
Neville: Hello, heart of gold here!
Mad-eye (the real one): He reminds me of a wise old hermit. Genkai, Urahara, the turtle master in Dragon Ball, Oak etc. But he does it with so much class.
DIGIMON!
It's a toss-up between Gatomon, Gabumon, and Agumon.
Hawkmon: I just love how he is so cool and the evolutions don't hurt either.
Renamon: BadA fox, nough said.
Agunimon: Epic cool, plus his evolution line is the most complete.
Gaomon: I can't tell you why but I love him.
