He hoped time would help all three. At least they had a good schedule to keep them on track until they adjusted further.
-oOo-
In the middle of November they received a Christmas party invitation from the Ministry. Sirius brought it up during breakfast.
"So what do you guys think? Should we go?" Sirius asked the other two.
Remus shrugged, "It lands on the day after the full moon so I'll be resting, you guys are on your own for that one." He didn't look very sorry; it was almost like he was glad he had the excuse handy.
"I'm in if you want to Sirius, will the minister be there?" Harry said with an innocent expression.
"Yes he will, why do you ask pup?" Sirius said suspicious.
"No reason, no reason, do you think we'll get a chance to talk?" Harry said with the same expression, trying to be nonchalant.
"Ok Harry what's up?" Sirius never did have much patience.
"Well, I was thinking that if we were to talk and he were to learn that before you showed up I knew nothing about magic but because no one in the wizarding world checked up on me. I never even knew who my parents were until Sirius showed up. I don't have much that connects me to my parents but some journals, oh how this little orphan wished he could practice some of the spells, maybe it would almost feel like my parents are alive teaching me, if only for a little while. Why the person who could make this happen would be like my hero. The boy who lived would be oh so grateful to him." Harry said this with such a longing expression; he even managed to get his eyes watery.
Remus looked humouredly appalled, while Sirius mouth just dropped open.
"Harry if you could pull that off, it would be brilliant!" Sirius yelled.
"Merlin Harry you've got your dad's mischievousness but with your mom's smarts. This is something your dad would think of but only your mom could pull off. I say try it and see how much of your mom you have." Harry grinned when he heard what Remus said.
"Do you think it would help if a innocent man where to say how the most important thing to him was his godsons happiness. Anyone who helps with that would be a friend in his eyes." Sirius said with a wink.
Harry couldn't stop the giggle that came out. He was sure that Fudge would go for it if only to have the boy who lived support for the next election. Keeping Sirius happy would just be a bonus.
"So I guess this means we're going then huh?" He asked looking at Harry who nodded. "We need to teach you at least a couple of dances so that you can get by if it comes up, although you probably won't need it with all the ladies focused on me."
Harry grinned and winked at Remus, "Padfoot you're just scared that once the girls take a look at my baby greens and my stylish hair they won't look twice in your direction."
Remus chuckled and mumbled something that sounded like, "Oh great there's two of them" but Harry couldn't be certain.
By the end of the conversation they had a bet going on which would ask the best girl to dance. How they were going to judge they weren't sure, Harry thought Sirius was doing it just to make the night more interesting. Harry was worried that there wouldn't be any girls his age to ask, luckily he was still cute enough where he could ask women and they would probably say yes claiming he was an "adorable little guy." The only reason he went along with it was because he knew it would make his godfather happy and more importantly he already knew the basic steps to the dances and all he really needed was to improve his technique a bit.
With the party approaching they prepared Harry as much as they could. Etiquette lessons with Sirius continued but focused more on greetings, dinners, and dancing. He was still a child so it was ok to mess up but they wanted him to be able to start applying his lessons wherever he could.
Sirius ended up asking his cousin Andromeda if she would mind helping Harry learn how to dance enough for the party. She really was a wonderful lady, real down to earth. You could tell that she was raised a Black by how she carried herself but like Sirius didn't think that it was the most important thing in life. He wished Tonks could have come but she was in Hogwarts. Ted did come but he spent all his time with Sirius in the game room. Andromeda said she would bring Tonks during the summer so they could meet. Their lessons went well; she taught him the steps in one lesson and then practiced for the next few lessons until Harry felt comfortable enough to do it in public.
Remus talked to him about the people that would most likely be at the party. He gave him a bit of information on them so he wouldn't be completely unaware by anyone. He also told him who to be wary of, who would most likely approach him, and who were the boring people so that he could stay away. From Hogwarts they assumed Dumbledore would be there of course, he occasionally took McGonagall but that wasn't certain.
They went shopping for some formal robes as well as Christmas gifts. Harry only bought six gifts, Sirius, Remus, Andromeda, Garuk, Misty, and Apollo. Those were the only people he knew well enough in this timeline. He got Sirius a pinball machine, Remus two of those 3D Puzzles; one of Big Ben and the other of the Eiffel Tower. He wasn't sure what to get Andromeda so he figured he would play it safe with some perfume. Garuk was probably the hardest but he asked Sirius to get him a simple dagger, it wasn't too flashy but he was hoping the gesture would be appreciated. For Misty he bought a small silver locket with a picture of him in it, Apollo got a scratching post.
-oOo-
It was about a week before the Christmas party that Harry brought up his business ideas to Remus and Sirius. He was going to wait on it but he didn't know how long research and then acquiring the proper supplies and buildings would take. He wanted it to be done before he started Hogwarts but didn't want things to be done incorrectly because they felt rushed.
"Sirius, Remus I would like to talk to you." Harry said making sure to sound serious.
Both of them looked a little worried as if ready to receive bad news so Harry cut in,
"It's not good or bad it's just an idea I had and wanted to see what you guys thought about it." There was no reason to make them worry if there was no reason to.
"So, I had two ideas for starting a business." He decided to just put it out there, plus he wanted to see their expressions. They were both so surprised that their jaws dropped. It was quite amusing.
"What exactly do you mean Harry?" Remus the most composed one asked.
"Well when I was looking for contacts I was surprised that the wizarding world didn't offer them. If they were introduced I'm sure they would be a big hit. We could research spells that could be applied safely to them. Maybe like keeping them moist so they don't have to be taken out every night, durability, color change, and non breakable to start and then we can expand on that. I figure Remus can help with the research and experimentation, I could pay for either the building or the contacts and Sirius could do the other. That way the three of us could be partners."
He gave them time to analyze everything he had just said. Letting them process it.
"I'm not sure if it's even possible but we could buy a few and play around with them. IF it works we can start doing it in bulk and go into business"
Remus smiled, whether at the idea or at the prospect of research he wasn't sure but a smile was never a bad thing. They turned to Sirius to see his expression, he looked as if he would join in but didn't really care either way.
"It could work Harry, I'm almost positive it would. Contacts are small enough that it would only require a small shop, open maybe a couple of days a week. Depending on how it goes we could expand to glasses and sunglasses." Remus said trailing off as he started mumbling to himself. Harry smiled and turned to Sirius.
"I'll put in whatever money you need because I agree that it would profit in the long run, but I don't think I could contribute more than that. I'm not good at the research especially when I don't find it very interesting" Sirius said with an almost embarrassed smile.
Harry smiled glad that this was the reaction that he got. He wanted most of the work to be done by Remus so that he wouldn't feel as if they were just giving him a share of the profits. Remus looked pleased as well, as if that was going through his head too or was just amused at Sirius.
"What's the other one pup?" Sirius said remembering Harry had said two.
"Well I was thinking of putting up an arcade in Hogsmeade and maybe Diagon Alley depending on how it goes. We can either buy or rent a building and buy the stones and the video games. This one would be rather pricy but would make a killing especially on the Hogsmeade weekends. We could have a front room that would require students to sign a contract stating that no magic is allowed in the arcade or they risk a fine covering whatever machines get damaged. We'll also have someone in the front converting wizarding currency to tokens with our logo on them that will work with the machines. It also has the bonus of working as free advertisement if the kids take them home. We're going to need Moony's researching skills again." Harry couldn't help the sheepish smile that came. They did really did use Remus's brain a lot. "The contract needs to be built with no loopholes, but more importantly we need a spell that prevents the tokens from being copied or multiplied by someone other than us. We also need to find a company that will sell stuffed animals or prizes that we can put in the claw machines in bulk. We put up a few of those so that they can be things boys win for their dates. Same thing applies here too, equal partnership between the three of us."
Sirius jumped up absolutely ecstatic, "Now that's an idea I can become excited about. Plus it would give us a place where you can come and see us during Hogsmeade weekends and still have fun. If Moony can come up with those spells it would be a constant flow of money coming in since Hogwarts students will always be coming through. If word gets out younger kids are going to want to come as well. We'll set up the floo system in the front room and have a ward that doesn't allow kids under eleven out without an adult. That way parents can give their kids money and leave them there with the assurance that they'll be safe."
Harry piped in, "In the muggle world they also have a system where each video game gives off tickets and you collect them for prizes. The more tickets the bigger the prize. We can have a display shelf with the prizes and have them try to win them. The only thing would be that they all wouldn't be video games some would be redemption games that reward a player by their score with tickets. But all that we can decide on later."
"I agree with Sirius this is definitely something else that would see good profit. Especially considering that it would be new to the magical community; most wizards don't even know what they are. The best part is that unlike the contacts we know that it would work since we've already done it here. Finding the spells and making the contracts would be the hardest part but we know it's possible since there are already wards that prevent the copying of certain books. After that it's just getting it set up. I say we do both but focus on the arcade first since the contact shop will take longer. We can start to look into more details after the New Years."
Harry was ecstatic when he heard this, he was hoping for the best but there was still a part of him that thought they would laugh and think of him as a silly kid with adult ambitions. Sirius must have seen his expression because he put a hand around his shoulder and brought him closer.
"Harry they were really good ideas, there was no real reason to be nervous. But even if they weren't all we would have done was talk about a way to try and make it work. Remember you said you like having someone to be there for you? Well that's what we would have done. Helped you either think of something else or help you improve on it, giving advice where we could to help you along. The same as I would hope you would do for either Moony or me. That's what family does. Do you understand that?"
Remus nodded along in silent agreement and Harry couldn't stop his eyes from watering.
"Thank you" was all he could manage but it was enough.
After that it seemed like most of Remus's free time was spent cleaning the library so he could have a place to start his research. Sirius just laughed telling Harry that he had created a monster.
-oOo-
Finally the day of the party arrived and while Harry and Sirius were getting ready Remus was already resting. He wanted to make sure he was well rested for their first Christmas together. They had also explained what a pensieve was and had decided they were going to buy one so they could show the night to Remus after. Harry thought it was kind of random but it was Sirius so he figured it was to be expected.
They both looked pretty sharp in their dress robes as they arrived in the Ministry. Harry was quite proud of the fact that he landed standing. Granted it looked like he was falling over an edge for a while but it was an improvement. Before they entered the hall Sirius turned to him.
"Harry I want you to know that if you feel overwhelmed at any time let me know and we'll go back home. There is nothing more important than how you feel, especially not some stuffy politicians. We're only here for you to meet a few people and to have some fun not to feel uncomfortable ok? If it gets to be too much turn to me and say 'I hope Apollo isn't bugging Moony too much' that'll be our code phrase to leave, understood?" Harry appreciated how much of an effort Sirius made to make sure Harry understood how important he was to him.
"Thanks Sirius I'll make sure to remember that, I really do appreciate it." Harry said with a smile, which turned into a smirk, "Unless this is a ploy to leave because you're nervous I'm going to get the best girl in there."
Sirius let out a loud laugh and play punched Harry's shoulder, "Sure pup, you just keep thinking you have a chance"
They walked in and saw a hall full of people, there was music in the background but nobody was dancing, apparently dancing only happened after dinner. As they walked around Harry didn't think it would be so bad until the first person introduced themselves. It seems as if this was the opening a lot of people were hoping for. Harry shook many hands and kissed many knuckles before he saw somebody he recognized. He did a double take before he realized that it was Mr. and Mrs. Diggory and Cedric. It was curious to see Cedric at ten.
"Nice to meet you Cedric, my name is Harry" He put his hand out with a friendly smile. He wanted to make friends with him before the tournament this time.
They made small talk while the adults where talking, of course Quidditch came up and they had made plans to fly together. After asking Cedric's dad they agreed that Cedric would owl with a date.
As they were making their way to their table the Minister showed up.
"Harry Potter, do my eyes deceive me?" Harry rolled his eyes and sent a wink to Sirius.
"Minister Fudge it is a pleasure to meet you, my godfather has told me about you" Fudge seemed please that Harry recognized him. It looked like he wanted to make conversation, probably wanted to be seen talking to the boy who lived.
"How are you liking being back in wizarding world Harry?"
Here is where Harry would start his charm, he brought up his most childlike expression, "I really like it Minister, I've heard so many things about my parents, and even gotten a few journals from their vaults that belonged to them." He looked down as if suddenly sad, "See I didn't know them before, my relatives didn't tell me about magic. But now that I've been reading their journals it almost feels as if I'm getting to know them." He managed to make his eyes teary, when he learned to do this on command he didn't know, but he was grateful for it. "If only I could practice what they wrote about, it would almost be like they're here with me teaching me what they knew. I miss them so much, especially during Christmas time." Harry really hoped his parents weren't angry for using them like that. Hell, his mom might be, his dad would probably be cheering him on.
Fudge looked horrified, whether it was at what he heard, or it looking as if he made the boy who lived cry. "Oh Harry of course you miss them, I'll tell you what my boy, as a Christmas present I'll allow you to practice magic from now on without getting in trouble. " He said this with such pride as if this was the best idea he's ever had.
Harry put on ecstatic. "You would really do that for me Minister?"
Fudge puffed up "Of course Harry, just come by in a few months and show me what you learned."
"I will Minister, and maybe you can show me some magic too. A man like you must know some brilliant stuff." Harry knew he was putting it on rather thick but he was going to try and keep this man on his side while he was still in office.
"Come Minister" Harry said grabbing his hand, "let me tell my godfather what you did, he'll want to thank you too." Sirius saw them approaching and had a gleam in his eye.
"Sirius Sirius you'll never guess what." Harry said jumping up and down slightly. "The Minister said that as a Christmas present he was going to allow me to practice magic early. He told me he wanted me to be able to study my parent's journals so I could feel closer to them. Can you believe it?"
Harry could tell that Sirius was amused at the situation, it was obvious Harry was putting on a show and Fudge believing it all and swelling with pride. "Why that really is a good present Harry. Thank you for allowing him this minister. This will make it a very good Christmas." He said while shaking his hand. "Let's go sit down Harry it's time to eat, say goodbye to the minister."
"Goodbye minister I have to go eat, thank you again"
As they were walking to their table Harry couldn't help but look at Sirius and smirk. Sirius just shook his head chuckling silently.
Harry felt like he was being watched and looked towards his table and saw that he was at the same table as Dumbledore and McGonagall. Apparently the headmaster had been watching them because he looked amused. Harry wondered what all he saw. Before they got there Harry got a wicked idea and pulled Sirius to him and whispered
"Sirius I got my girl" Sirius looked surprised but asked, "Who?"
"That's McGonagall with Dumbledore right?" Sirius nodded. "I'm going to steal the headmaster's date." Harry said with a wicked gleam in his eye.
Sirius grinned widely, "If you can manage to get her to dance with you pup you'll win the bet, but if you don't it's my win."
Harry put out his hand "Deal, when I win I have a dare I want you to do."
Sirius shrugged probably thinking he was getting off easy anyways.
They sat down with Harry taking the seat next to Professor McGonagall and Sirius taking the seat next to him. Dumbledore on the other side of McGonagall was staring at the pair curiously.
"Sirius my boy how are you doing?" He said with a small smile.
Sirius smiled "Very good now Headmaster. Harry let me introduce you." Harry stood up. "This is Professor Dumbledore the Headmaster at Hogwarts." Harry put out his hand.
"It's very nice to meet you Headmaster"
"It's very nice to see you again Harry" he said with the twinkle in his eye that Harry remembered.
Sirius continued, "This is Professor McGonagall, Minnie if you please, she teaches Transfiguration at Hogwarts."
Harry grabbed her hand and kissed it. "It is a pleasure to meet such a lovely lady Professor McGonagall, makes me wish I was starting Hogwarts already." Harry said while flashing his most charming smile and a slight wink.
As expected her lips thinned but you could see she was slightly amused. "It's nice to meet you to Mr. Potter; I see you've been spending time with your godfather."
Harry acted coy, "He's been teaching the proper way to act in front of a lady, and please call me Harry, Mr. Potter doesn't suit me at all. May I call you Minnie? After all you're not my teacher yet."
Harry could see the headmaster's twinkle go into overdrive. Sirius was coughing trying to conceal his laughter. Professor McGonagall didn't look amused though.
"I don't think that would be entirely appropriate Mr. Potter since I will become your teacher." He wasn't sure if he had ever seen her lips so thin.
Harry figured he was already in might as well go all the way.
"Nonsense Minnie we're amongst friends" and before she could retort "oh look it's time to eat"
He sneaked a glance at her, he had never seen look so annoyed, while she looked exasperated she didn't look angry. It was more annoyed especially at seeing Dumbledore's amused expression.
He gave a side glance to Sirius and smirked, Sirius looked positively amused and just gave him a thumbs up.
"Mmm this looks good, what are you having Headmaster?"
"I chose the ham my boy and I must say it does look quite delectable." Harry loved that you could always count on Dumbledore to help the conversation along.
"How about you Minnie, are you enjoying your meal?" She was purposely ignoring him, and Harry couldn't help but be more amused. He understood why Sirius would try and rile people up sometimes. It was absolutely delightful.
Sirius decided to jump in, "Harry she's probably one of the ones who likes to enjoy their meal in silence, a true lady."
Harry nodded, "I must say I don't know where that food goes Minnie. Whatever you do to keep that figure is ok with me."
You could hear Sirius coughing probably choked on some of his food. McGonagall on her part looked as if she couldn't believe Harry's nerve. He just gave her a smile and started eating.
After their meal was done the dancing started. Harry knew that if he was going to get her to dance he had to do it in way where she couldn't say no. He saw Dumbledore asking McGonagall to dance. Harry waited until she got up before he nudged Sirius and gave him a 'look at this' look.
"I'm sorry Headmaster, but would you allow me the pleasure of taking this beautiful lady to dance first?" She looked trapped, knowing that Dumbledore would say yes and knowing she couldn't say no without being rude.
"Of course my boy, it's hard to let go but you seem like a respectable gentlemen."
Harry put his hand out and waited for Dumbledore to place McGonagall's hand in his. She had a slight pink tint in her cheeks but went with him anyways. He probably looked ridiculous out there being shorter than her but he was having fun anyway, she was an extremely graceful dancer. He was ok but still a bit awkward but she made up for it marvelously. As they made their way back he turned to her.
"Thanks for the dance professor, I really appreciated it. Oh which reminds me, Sirius said I had to find my first girl to court tonight so I chose you. Please expect an owl with an invitation to dinner. "He kissed her hand and handed it back to Dumbledore before she had a chance to respond. As they walked away he gave her a wink and a smile, he had to make sure he didn't talk to her the rest of the night if her expression was anything to go by.
He went to Sirius who was waiting for him and grinned. "So I told her that you required me to find my first girl to court tonight and I chose her. She is to expect an owl with a dinner invitation. That way she'll put the blame on you." He said with a smirk.
"And I thought I had some nerve pup that was brilliant. She looked livid but stayed quiet since she was in public. Next time she sees you she's going to eat you alive." He said with shrug of his shoulders. " Come on let's keep mingling."
They kept walking around and met the Malfoys, Parkinsons, and the Goyles. He was polite enough but didn't want to appear too friendly yet. He could feel many eyes in the room following his every move. They were judging everything he and Sirius did.
At one point he was standing alone while Sirius was dancing when the headmaster walked up.
"How are you enjoying the party my boy?"
"It's ok Headmaster I'm getting kind of tired though, I want to be able to get up early tomorrow. How are you enjoying it?"
"It's a lively bunch; my date seems to be very popular this year." Harry looked around and saw Professor McGonagall dancing with Kingsley.
"Do you think I should cut in?" He said with a scowl on his face, he decided that when he started this whole courting thing he was going to go all out and have fun with it. He didn't know how long he would keep it up but it would be fun while it lasted.
"I think she's ok for now my boy, we'll check in again in a couple of minutes." He said with a smile. "How are you enjoying living with your godfather?" Harry knew that Dumbledore was debating whether to try and push him back to his aunt or let him be. For some reason now that he was away from his aunt and getting to know his parents better he felt like he was more connected with them than before. He wondered whether his mother's protection staying was still present, or if it was a time travel thing. Sure it was based on blood but Harry thought love was more important and he had never felt more loved than he felt now. Maybe it was stronger now without the Horcrux in him.
"I love it; he's been real good to me. He got me a tutor to continue my schooling, my own room, clothes, toys. Plus he always puts me before anything else and makes sure I know it." Here he felt Dumbledore enter his mind, he hoped the Headmaster wasn't going to go deep in because he still didn't have any barriers. Luckily he didn't so Harry just showed him some memories of the Dursleys and some time spent with Remus and Sirius watching movies. When Dumbledore pulled out you could tell that it affected him. His twinkle had diminished and he looked like he aged in a matter of seconds. "He also enrolled me in Karate so I can be around kids my age. I'm learning lots."
"I'm very happy for you my boy; do you still keep in touch with your relatives?"
Harry gave him a baffled look, "No Headmaster, all my life they hated me and I never understood why, once Sirius came and I learned it was because of my magic. I understood that they're hatred stemmed from fear of magic rather than the person I was. Regardless, I realized that they never even attempted to get to know me. All they saw was a wizard and nothing else; the fact that we were family didn't matter. Someone like that is someone I would rather not be associated with. Anyone who judges others or allows someone to judge others without getting to know them are the kind of people who allowed you know who to get into power. Merlin, if all I saw when I met Sirius was an ex convict I would never have had the chance to have the father figure I have now. I took time to get to know him before I passed judgment and I'm eight years old. Why an adult can't do that I don't understand." Harry didn't realize when he started ranting but blushed when he caught himself. "I'm sorry Headmaster I didn't mean to say all that it just makes me upset"
Dumbledore looked pensive but smiled nonetheless "No need to worry my boy, we all have our troubles, do you not think it's rather harsh to already have a hatred for people who don't like you do?"
Harry frowned, he wasn't sure it was just a question or if he was being manipulated, "No, I don't think so, I don't think I really hate these people I just don't respect them or would want to associate with them. People should have their own opinions, whether I agree with them or not is not the issue, its acting on it that bothers me. When my aunt saw me I feel like all she saw my mother and father and the jealousy and hatred she held for them. To pass that along to me and treat me as they did was inexcusable. They saw my accidental magic and made me believe there was something wrong with me." Harry shook his head, he was starting to understand why others got angry when they found out how he was treated. With an older mindset he realized that to do that to a child is wrong. "It's wrong to make someone grow up believing that. Dudley would torment me and they would allow it, they were meant to watch over me but they didn't. I was forced to take care of myself because others would look the other way."
Towards the end of that statement Harry started thinking back on how Dumbledore allowed his students to be bullied by Snape and he never did anything about it. It wasn't right, Snape was a brave man that was certain but it didn't give him the right to act that way. He was a bitter man who took old grudges or annoyances out on innocent kids. Harry wanted to make sure that Dumbledore knew where he stood on this; he didn't want Snape fired or anything like that, just to act as a teacher, an adult, should, impartial and fair. If his position as a spy required him to be nicer to the Slytherins he could have done it by being nicer to them or awarding them extra things rather than being cruel to others. Dumbledore should have stepped in last time and monitored it more closely, but like his life in the Dursleys he just turned a blind eye.
Dumbledore was about to respond when Augusta Longbottom walked up with chubbier and apparently shyer Neville Longbottom.
"Lady Longbottom always a pleasure to see you, may I introduce you to Harry Potter" putting a hand on Harry's shoulder he brought him a step forward.
He automatically went for her hand and gave her the proper greeting.
"Lady Longbottom a pleasure to meet you."
She gave him a searching look, Harry understood why Neville was intimated by her. Harry was seventeen and he was slightly unsettled, at least he was better at hiding it.
"Mr. Potter may I introduce you to my grandson Neville."
Neville walked up and presented his chubby hand to Harry with a small smile. Harry smiled back and appreciated that even as a child Neville never did really stare at his scar or make a big deal about him being Harry Potter.
While the adults talked Harry and Neville started chatting as well. Harry brought up gardening in hopes of getting Neville to talk more comfortably and talk he did. Harry decided to try and become closer to him in this timeline. Neville would a make a good friend, he was as loyal as they came but didn't hold the same prejudices as others, and also wasn't prone to jealousy. Maybe he could help Neville develop that self confidence earlier this time.
"Hey Neville do you think you're grandmother would let you come over to my home? We have a wicked game room that we could play in." Harry said hopefully, while he loved Sirius and Remus he missed having friends. Best part would be that this time he would be better equipped to not put them in so much danger.
"Really you want me to come over?" He asked timidly, Harry nodded with an eye roll as if to state 'of course, I asked didn't I?'
"I'm sure it would be ok with grams I would have to ask though; can you have your godfather send an owl to ask her?" He said nervously.
"Yeah shouldn't be a problem. Well I'm going to go see where he's at, I'll owl you after the holidays ok?"
He said his goodbyes and went to go look for Sirius who was dancing with some lady. They stayed for a bit longer, mostly mingling, they said also said hello to the Bones and the Zabinis before they left.
-oOo-
Next morning he was woken up by Sirius's hollering around the house that it was presents time. Remus good-naturedly got up and went to make sure Harry was up. Unfortunately, Remus said that breakfast came first. Suffice to say Sirius was very disappointed.
After breakfast they opened the presents, Harry was voted to be the Santa and give out the presents. From Sirius he got a drawing to go under the Potter crest wall in his room, it was of a stag and a doe. Harry loved it and thought it would go perfect on his wall. A watch with a snitch design, and a small pensive, apparently that was the reason they had brought it up before. Harry thought it was brilliant, it was probably about half the size of Dumbledore's, it obviously couldn't hold as many memories but it served its purpose. This was by far one of his favorite gifts.
From Remus he got a set of journals for him to write on. They were warded to only open for him, he would put his finger over the lock and it would prick his finger to open. A practice snitch, it didn't go as fast as the ones in Hogwarts but it would still be fun to play with. Last was a silver necklace with the shape of a cat. He turned to Remus questioningly,
"It's a portkey, you don't have an animagus so I gave you one after Apollo. Say 'marauder home' and it will bring you back here; I want you to use it if you are ever in trouble."
From the Tonks he got a couple of DVD's of muggle dancing. On the note it said to start watching them because once they were done with the formal dances they were going to move to something more fun.
He didn't think he would get a gift from Misty but she got him a pair of blue fuzzy gloves. He was definitely going to wear them, he really did like that elf, since she was the only girl in the house she acted like a mother hen with the three.
They spent the rest of the day in the game room watching movies with hot chocolate and making sure Misty joined them.
*Special thanks to Dark Hearted Dragon's Master for becoming my beta*