The Journey Begins

The time had come it was the 30th of October 1983 the day before Samhain , every one was sitting in the sitting room at Potter cottage Lucy, Sirius and Remus were also there. They had decided to spend the last night together knowing that the death of Lily and James was the only way to get some of the time needed to find a way to destroy Voldemort and the ministry and to hopefully restore the relations between all magical beings.

"Well I would like to say that I hope sincerely that we never see any of you again for many, many years. Not that we don't love you all it's because we love you that we hope to not see any of you." James said while holding Lily close to him as she nodded along agreeing with what he was saying.

"Well mum, dad even though I don't want to lose you I know why I have to. I have been doing some research since if I have to lose you I want to make sure it was actually for something. I found a book in my private rare book section on soul magic it was a shield used by necromancers. What it did was used a recently deceased persons soul as a shield to reflect absolutely any spell back at the caster it is not used by anybody because it requires so much power and there was only ever two copies of the books made. No one really knows about it but it seems to me to be a simple spell. The only problem I see that it will cause is that he will probably use the killing curse and since it is not supposed to have a shield or counter it will probably drain most of my magic and I will need to sleep for a few days to replenish my magic reserves afterwards. I will just have to make use my portkey to go to Emrys mansion when I have done it that way I will be safe behind the wards and I won't have to worry about his death eaters getting revenge." Harry explained to the group who were all gawping at him though Lily had a small gentle smile on her face as she got up and went over to give Harry a hug.

"I am so proud of you Harry, we both are. You are still young and I know that you will only continue to amaze everyone and make us proud." She said as she kissed his cheek and ran her hand gently through his hair. The all sat just talking between themselves until Sirius stood and summoned a bottle of fire whiskey and six glasses filling them with a little and handing them out to everyone.

"I thought that we might as well toast to old times and new beginnings. This way you get to see your son experience fire whiskey for the first time, firsthand." He said with a grin as Lily was about to scold him for giving a glass to Lucy and Harry despite their glasses only having about two mouthfuls each.

As every one toast and Harry and Lucy both took a sip of their drinks everyone looked to them to see their reactions Lucy was coughing and sputtering and gulpped down a full glass of water. Harry's reaction caught everyone by surprise he took a sip and then finished the glass with a pleased smile on his face.

"Wow. That's really good could I have some more?" Harry asked before he saw the shocked faces of everyone else in the room.

"What?" he asked.

"Hmhm, well, uh. I have never seen anyone who really enjoyed their first taste of fire whiskey. Every one always says that it burns all the way down." James said being the first to regain his voice.

"Hm, well it didn't burn mine it actually soothed it. I have actually been feeling it to be very rough for the past few days but now it feels great and the taste was amazing it was a Smokey, carmaly, smooth flavour I would definitely recommend it to people." Harry said again shocking anyone.

"Harry I have been drinking this for 10 years and even I find that it still burns my throat and I would not be able to drink more than a single glass." Sirius said wide-eyed.

"Well maybe it is the dragon in me. Remember they actually breathe fire so it would go to reason that my throat may be more resistant to that kind of sensation." Harry said with a shrug that just made James grin.

"Well it is good to know my heir will be able to hold his drink better than most and will be able to drink all the purebloods under the table." He said with a hearty laugh.

"Yeah that's the best way there is to loosen their tongues without Veritiserum." Sirius Laughed. The night carried on in the same cheery manner with everyone retelling old stories about each other.

By the end of the night, there was not a dry eye in the room, knowing that by the end of the next day there would be two less in their group. It was with a heavy heart that Lucy left Harry to go back to Emrys manor knowing that although she would see him by tonight, that he would need her before that.

For the past month, only Lucy had been able to calm Harry down or make him feel better when he was annoyed or sad. Over the past year Lucy had matured a lot just like Harry had, Harry had told he that before they went to see the goblins he would do the information transfer with her. That way they would both be going into it with the same amount of knowledge it would also mature her a little more as she would have then experienced the same things that Harry had.

Harry had been thinking for a while now, after his parents left he had to disappear with Lucy no one could know where or who they were. As he was lying in his bed waiting till morning and the last day he would have with his parents alive he made his decision, she was one of his two soul mates and he would make sure nothing happened to her. Not only would he keep nothing from her, he would make sure she always got the most out of life. Before they star their goblin training and before he transferred his knowledge, he would let her use the stone. They had not solidified their bond yet because they were so young but at least this way they could at least hold hands and kiss when they were around others as they could age themselves to a more reasonable age. This would mean that the bond could strengthen faster. He had noticed that the bond was definitely there though; they could feel each other's emotions and knew what the other needed to calm them down. This was the reason that she was the only one that could calm him but he had never told anyone he had worked this out, He was sure Lucy knew but she had not mentioned it either. With the plans forming in his mind, he rolled over in his crib and went to sleep.


Next morning everyone woke with the feeling of dread and sadness in his or her minds. The day passed without anything notable happening other than James and Lily sitting in front of the fire with Harry in between all wrapped together in each others arms just drinking in the comfort and feelings of just being together for the last time.

"I have something that you will need to know Harry if you are planning what I think you are. His real name is Tom Marvolo Riddle. Just remember we will always love you and always be watching. We will turn away sometimes later in life when you need some private time later in life." James finished with a wink and a chuckle as Lily slapped his arm but giggled. It would be the last time they would be happy that day as just as the clock struck 7o'clock they felt a dark presence enter the alert wards, and moved into motion pretending they didn't know what was happening as the door blew in.

"Quick Lily, take Harry and run I will hold him off!" James shouted putting a panicked look on his face as Voldemort broke down the door.

"Ah James, sooo nice to meet you pity it will be the last time, Avada Kedavra!" Voldemort cast and laughed as his limp body crumbled to the ground. Voldemort stepped over the body and continued up the stairs, blasted the door to the nursery open and saw Lily in front of the crib trying to shield Harry. So he thought being un-able to see that Harry was actually in his year old form with wand in hand ready to cast the spell that would end Voldemort for a while at least.

"Step aside Lily and you will live I know someone who would like to be with you. He was quite upset when I said I was coming here to kill your child … Harry I think it was. Anyway Severus asked me to spare you so last chance step away." He said with a glare.

"Never you will go through me to get to him and Severus can go to hell." She spat in his face.

"Very well if that is your choice, Avada Kedavra!" he cast and as he watched her body crumple to the ground he was shocked to see a smile on her face. When he looked up he was suitably shocked again to see that Harry had again aged to his 12 year old form with his staff extended. Voldemort saw this and acted as fast as he could and cast,

"Avada Kedavra!" at the same time Harry cast,

"scudo dell'Anima" a smoky substance came from Lily's body and formed into the shape of a woman who smiled and caught the curse. With a flash it was threw back at Voldemort who was so shocked he was unable to move in time there was a sound like an explosion that blew the top off of the room and Voldemort turned to ash.

"Quickly Harry before his soul escapes. I love you." Lily said as she faded from sight. Harry raised his staff again and chanted.

"Io rivendico tutto quello che Tom Marvolo Riddle proprio per diritto di conquista" (I claim by right of conquest all that … Owns).

With a blinding flash, Harry was now the heir of Slytherin until he claimed lord ship at Gringotts. He had no idea what he now owned, but he felt to tired to really care.

"Billy" he called and his personal house elf appeared.

"Billy, can you please take me to my bed at home?" he asked.

"Of course, Mi Lord." He replied. Harry had managed to stop Billy calling him master but he insisted in then calling him lord. He had to admit that technically he was a lord many times over and he would have to get used to being called that but that wouldn't make him stop trying to make all of the elves call him Harry, he considered them his family after all.


Next morning Harry woke to a comfortable weight on his chest. The smell of berries and fresh grass alerted him that it was Lucy, he smiled and pulled her tight to him and moved her silky black hair away so he could gaze at her peaceful and serine face. He lay there just looking down at her and planning how to start all that they had to do.

1. Remove everyone from manor ward list so that no one could floo or apperate into the manor.

2. Go to Gringotts claim lord ship of slytherin.

3. Let Lucy use stone.

4. Return home and transfer knowledge to Lucy.

5. While Lucy is absorbing knowledge finish creating book Merlin began to keep track of all magical creatures on the property.

6. When Lucy wakes help with Occlumency. (Update own a little as well.)

7. Go to Gringotts and begin training.

Just then, Lucy began to stir and looked up from her position on his chest.

"Good morning. How was your sleep?" Harry asked with a grin as she blushed a little but looked back stubbornly.

"My sleep was fine thank you. How are you? You have been asleep for a whole day now I just came in to make sure you were ok and must have fallen asleep?" She replied.

"I'm ok just a little sad but the plan worked and he is gone for now and I should have gained some more things to add to my estate along with the addition of the title lord Slytherin."

"The goblins will be happy about that another old account out of the hands of the snotty pureblood bigots and into the hands of the oldest family there is. Still pureblood but im sure they can put up with you." Lucy said in a serious tone, the fact that her face broke into a cheeky grin ruined it a little though.

"Yes I'm sure the fact that I have no bigotry against any magical creature has nothing to do with it." Harry replied with a smile of his own. With that said Harry gave her a kiss on her nose making her giggle and told her to get ready because he had a surprise for her after he reset the wards.

It was now 12 o'clock on the 2nd of November 1983 and having reset the wards Harry in his 20-year-old form so he and Lucy were the same age, put their hoods up, took Lucy's hand, and activated his Emrys head of house portkey to take them to the portkey spot outside of Gringotts.

They walked up the steps of Gringotts and the door guards subtly bowed receiving a nod of acknowledgement in return from Harry. When he entered, he expanded his aura enough that the goblins would know who had entered but not enough for it to become visible. As soon as he did this a goblin rushed from the counter that he had been sitting at examining rubies to meet them.

#Greetings Mi Lord may your gold ever flow. I am Slicer how can Gringotts help you today?# Slicer asked with a bow shocking the other customers who had noticed.

#Good day Slicer may your Vault be ever full. I am here today to claim another house lordship that I think will please your liege. If you could contact him and take me to Sharptooth I would appreciate it.# Harry asked returning the bow with a small one of his own.

#Of course Mi lord I will take you to Sharptooth first and then contact the king.#

#Thank You Slicer.#

With that Slicer lead them to Sharptooth's office and knocked on the door.

#WHO IS IT AND WHAT IS IT I WAS JUST GOING TO EAT MY LUNCH THIS HAD BETTER BE IMPORTANT!.# Came the shout from behind the door that made Slicer cringe hoping the fact the person he was bringing was who he was would save his head from being removed he had grown quite fond of it being attached to his shoulders.

#The Lord Emrys is here to see you sir.# Slicer replied with a wince.

#What! Well what are you doing making him wait man are you sick in the head let him in.#

#Thank you for bringing me Slicer I appreciate your help.# Harry said with a bow making Slicer relax, smile slightly and bow back.

#Anytime Mi lord you need only ask. I will go and inform the king now.# Slicer replied walking away to get Ragnock.

#Sharptooth we can come back in an hour or so if you would like to finish your lunch first I'm in no hurry.# Harry said to the goblin as he entered the room.

#Nonsense it can wait.#

#I don't mind if you continue eating I have asked for Ragnock to be informed that I am here he will want to be here for the business as well.#

#That's fine have you ate I can get you both something if you like?# Sharptooth asked.

#We ate before we left but I wouldn't say no to some tea.#

"Would you like some tea Lucy?"

"Tea would be fine."Lucy said with a smile. She only knew some goblin so was just sitting listening trying to see how much she actually understood.

Sharptooth nodded and called a goblin to bring a tray of tea for them all and went back to his lunch waiting to be joined by Ragnock. The spoke about anything that came up Harry asked how business was and was informed it had been booming since someone had killed Voldemort. Harry just smiled at this.

Ragnock joined them about 10 minutes later apologising for making them wait.

#I apologise I was just finishing a meeting with the manager of Gringotts France. Thank you.# He said taking a seat and taking the offered mug of tea from Harry.

#No problem Ragnock we were just talking whilst Sharptooth finished his lunch that my arrival interrupted.# Harry replied.

#Well now I am finished and we are all relaxed what brings you here today Harry?# Sharptooth asked. Harry taking a drink of tea before replying calmly with a straight face.

#On the 31st of October I killed the dark lord Voldemort or removed him from his body at least.# This caused Sharptooth who had just been taking a drink to spit out his tea and look at Harry with shock evident on his face. Ragnock just stared back at Harry and then burst out laughing.

#AHA HA HA So it is you we owe for the increased business. Well I thank you.# He said still laughing as Sharptooth cleaned up the tea and got over his shock.

#Yes, I believe he is still alive but without a body so we have a time of peace but it sadly will not last but it will give us time. When I defeated him though I claimed conquest.# Harry said with a grin the goblins smiled also but did not yet know how important this information was yet.

#Well good job. So what vault or vaults did you gain to your substantial estate?# Asked Ragnock.

#I will tell you his real name first and it may or may not mean something to you but then I will tell you whose vault I think I will gain. His name was Tom Marvolo Riddle. I see that that does not mean much to you all so I will now tell you what vault I would like to test for. I would like to test for the last vault of five, I would like to test for the lordship of Slytherin.# Harry finished with a grin as Sharptooth spit out his tea for a second time.

#Bloody git you waited for me to take that drink just so you could see me spit it out again didn't you.# Sharptooth said with a glare as both Harry and Ragnock laughed.

#Well Harry you never cease to amaze me. This will be good for both of us now I know why you asked for me to come. This will mean you will gain some more political power, money and much more the fact that you are our best customer and give us 5% of all the money we make you unlike the normal 1% we get means that our profits have just increased majorly as well. Well let us see if you are due the vault and if it will accept you.# With that being said Sharptooth brought out a sheet of paper and a dagger.

Harry sliced his finger and let a few drops fall on the paper it showed the same result as last time but now it showed slytherin as well as a new talent, parseltongue.

#Why does it day parseltongue Ragnock I can already speak to all animals with Beastspeak?#

#This is true but there are some spells and wards that only parseltongue's can cast or in the case of wards take down.# Ragnock replied. Harry nodded and went back to looking at what he had gained.

Slytherin Family Vault 5

- Galleons - 3,562,457,394

- Family Grimoire

- Founding Family Seat on British Wizengamont

Properties and Shares

- 20% Knockturn Alley

- 10% Imperial Square (Bulgaria)

- 25% Hogwarts

- Parsel Magic Books

- 17% Moste Potent Apothecary

- Snakes Den - SlytherinIsland (known to real world as isle of gigha) under familial fidelius only the worthy will be told the location by head ring.

- Collection of precious gems.

- Collection Of Metals (Unknown types in sealed trunks)

- Heirlooms

- Total Value - 7,562,457,394

#Wow I had though Voldemort would have spent more of this. I was expecting it to be mostly empty.# Harry said to the two goblins.

#Well Harry there is the chance that he never knew about it and only had the ring. We have never had the ring before it appeared back in the slytherin vault on Samhain we thought it lost and we have never took anyone to that vault in many years so it is possible you are the first to gain access to it since Salazar.# Ragnock explained surprised himself.

#Since you gave us the information of Emrys vault value, adding it to the total you now has a total value of… 54Billion 869Million 485Thousand 794 galleons. Congratulations, you are now the richest person in the world this will mean we are also a lot richer the closest person to you has 46billion 457million 764thousand 239 galleons. So it is safe to say you are safe unless you are stupid and die with no heirs.# Ragnock said with a subtle glance at Lucy that made Harry blush luckily Lucy was not looking at Harry but reading the list carefully.

#Thank you Ragnock.#

#Here is the slytherin ring Harry.# Sharptooth said handing over a emerald green ring box with snakes etched into the surface.

#You need to ask it to open in parseltongue Harry Salazar spelled it that way himself.#

Harry picked up the box and examined it unsure how to speak parseltongue, until he saw one of the etching move slightly and the word slipped into his head.

'Open' He hissed, the box opened with a click and he removed the ring from the box to look at it. It was a silver band that was a snake eating its own tail with a emerald in its mouth. He put the ring on and received the addition of green to his aura along with surprisingly the knowledge of how to speak parseltongue without there having to be a snake present. He also heard a voice in his head.

[Ah, a new heir who thinks he is worthy, well I will be the judge of that.] Unconsciously Harry's mind shields snapped up to full power and strength.

[Hmm interesting no one has been able to keep me out before and… oh impressive I will be drawn in and trapped if I continue the assault with… oh very clever my own magic is charging my own demise. Well young one I will wait for you to allow me entry I swear that I will not do anything against you if you allow me to enter.] The voice was calm and seemed slightly giddy. But Harry could hear the sly cunning in its voice.

[And why would I allow you to enter my mind when I do not know who or what you are I am presuming you are the ring I just put on but that does not mean I trust you especially since you have been with my enemy for the past Merlin knows how long?]

While this was going on the others in the room were staring at the silent Harry they could feel magic's of two kinds so they presumed he was mind speaking but to who?

"Harry what's wrong?" Lucy asked.

"What? Oh, this ring appears to be sentient and is asking for access to my mind to judge me but since I have been with Voldemort, I am cautious and reluctant to allow it access. Does either of you two know if this is normal for this ring?" Harry asked the goblins.

"I'm sorry Harry but we have never heard of it happening but then again we were not here for when ever the last person got it." Sharptooth replied

[Worry not youngling you have nothing to fear from me you have already impressed me. If you have the trust of goblins that gives you some points enough to know who I am I think. I am part of Salazar Slytherin I work like a wizarding portrait although I have slightly more power where I am able to enter the minds of my wearers to see if they are worthy to gain all of my knowledge and entry to my vault's] the ring said.

"It says it is like a portrait and is part of Salazar do you think I should allow it access?"

"Even if you do Harry it will have no access to your memories only your emotions so it could not hurt." The reply came from Lucy.

"If what Lucy says is true then it should not be a problem but it is your choice." Ragnock said in reply.

[Ok you can have access.] With that said Harry dropped his shields and allowed the ring access he felt when it entered it was like a snake smoothly sliding into his mind.

[Ah, Youngling this is impressive. I am in your mind and the first place I would look and call you stupid for doing it is the library but from your powerful shields, I can tell it would not be worth my time. I can tell you have the correct traits to wield me but I would prefer to see your memories would it help if I swore an oath of my own destruction?]

[Yes if you swear on your own destruction to not use what you find against me or speak to anyone except me until I die except with my permission you can enter.]

[Fine now we are getting somewhere. I the ring of Salazar Slytherin do so swear on the magic I have and on all that I am that I will adhere to the terms as stated to me or have all that I am destroyed so mote it be.] with that said the ring flashed briefly.

[Ok you can have access follow me.] With that Harry lead the avatar of the ring that looked like Salazar having long black hair pale skin and dark almost black eyes with a slit of red as a pupil.

[Youngling this is most impressive I would have never thought of making a town and then having my memories under it with the only access being a well that then requires your magical signature to open the access at the bottom.] When the door was open and they entered, the avatar gasped.

[By Merlin, This place is huge and… You have more memories than your own how is that… oh my what a spell pity it only works once and can only be used by the willing. Your mind is simply amazing and… WHAT! You are only 3 years old how can this be… Oh my you are my fathers predecessor and that would make you one of my grandchildren and nephew as well. Well this is something I would say you are definitely worthy of all I have to give. Here is the knowledge.] With that, the avatar handed Harry three books.

[They are in the form of all your other memories to make it easier for you to sort. One of them are how to speak parseltongue, one is parsel magic with some knowledge on necromancy, and the last is the location of my properties yes properties as you will find the goblins do not know about one of them sadly this Voldemort did know about this one but he was not worthy he found it himself. It is the chamber of secrets that is located under Hogwarts with a entrance in a girls bathroom. Inside you should find unless he gained full access, which I do not think he did. To rare materials, some basilisk eggs and some book and journals that I did not have time to return to my vault before I died. You also have access to my island now it is just over 5sq miles it is un populated except from some house elves and magical creatures that I took there to be able to live in peace un disturbed by hunters. There are a few dragons but I see you are a beast speaker so you should be safe no matter what animals are there. I will now retreat and only speak to you from time to time.] With that, the rings presence retreated Harry went over and placed the three books on a table to be absorbed later.


Back in the office Harry finally sat and spoke.

"Well that was interesting I am worthy apparently and I would like to add something to the list under Hogwarts is the chamber of secrets and it is owned solely by Slytherin family so now me."

"I will add that to the list thank you for telling us Harry. Is there anything else you require today?" Sharptooth asked.

"Yes I have a surprise for Lucy in the Emrys Vault and I would like to have a look at the Slytherin one just to see what is there. Lastly can I arrange to come back here to start training both of us sometime this month?"

"No bother Harry we can all take the trip down as for the training I will ask our best trainers when they are available and they should have a reply before you leave."

With that sorted, they all got into a cart and it shot off at break neck speeds to his vaults.

Having known he would be coming to see his vaults he had brought two steaks and some slightly salted but still raw pork that Silvia had taken a liking to when he had brought some for himself that had been cooked. She had asked to try it but thought it would taste better raw and so since then he had brought her that and the others got steak.

When they stopped and got out of the cart they were met by Charles who was standing guard at the entrance today.

[Ah Mi lord I smell that you have brought my steak good I have been craving some of your lovely meat for the past few weeks you need to visit more often.] Charles said sternly but he was giving the Chimera version of a grin.

[Nice to see you too Charles come on lets go see the rest of them and give them their fresh treats of choice.] Harry said as they began walking into the vault room where they met up with Shadow and Silvia.

[Hello Mi lord how are you today?] Shadow asks as he notices them enter.

[I am fine shadow. The time has come for myself and Lucy to travel our paths alone but together. I am here today to make sure my bonded I able to follow no matter where that path leads.] Harry replied to the old dragon.

[Ah my lord I am truly sorry that your parents have moved on. They were truly good people I am sure that although they are gone they are happy that you are still here to make a better life for those around you.] Shadow replied.

[Yes I agree Shadow, Their deaths brought some time for us to be able to prepare for our enemies return. In addition, we will be preparing after today Lucy and I will be training in everything that we can. I have just had a thought though, I have the ability to become multiple animals and I was wondering, one of those forms is what we know as an imperial dragon. I was wondering if there was anything about this type of dragon that you knew of any powers, or anything in general about dragons that would be useful like weak spots.] Harry asked as he handed out the meat.

[I am sorry but I have not heard of this type of dragon if you could perhaps show me what it looks like I may be of more help. As for weaknesses all dragons have a weak spot the neck/jaw joint that can be easily pierced and leads to the brain but other than that just our eyes they are very sensitive.]

[Thanks that helps a bit. Yeah I should be able to change I might have to bend down a bit though how tall are you?]

[60ft sir.]

[Ah, well I will have to bend down a lot then this form is 70ft long.] With that, he begins to change into his imperial dragon form.]

As he fully changed, he heard five distinctly different gasps of shock or awe. The only one not affected in anyway was Lucy since she had seen it before.

[My Leigh, this form truly shows your power and purpose this is a revered form indeed it is as close as you can get to what a dragon would call a king or god. I my self have only ever heard of two they are only name it that given to them by those that fear or revere them. To them and all that they tell they are known as 'the just death' they are said to appear when there is un balance and are called or created by magic itself to restore the balance that is needed of magic to survive. It is neither light nor dark it just is. Any creature you meet in that form would not dare attack you as an attack on you to all magical beings would be like an attack on magic itself and that is not tolerated by the light or the dark it is the one subject agreed on magic must be protected they each just have different ideas on how. As for teaching you how to use that form I would suggest that you just practice.] Said Shadow filled with awe knowing that his lord was so powerful.

With everyone given, their foods Harry went up to the Emrys vault and took Lucy's hand and told Ragnock they would be right back.

Lucy looked around in awe as they stepped into the vault. The first thing she noticed was the gold door.

"Why is that the only door that is gold?" she asked, curious as to the doors purpose.

"Ah my starling, that is why I have brought you here. Beyond that door are two things that you shall receive even though we have only known each other for a couple of years I can feel a connection with you just as I know you can feel a connection with me. The fact you are able to enter this vault and my part of the manor shows that we will one day be truly bonded in soul but I think that there will be another I can feel a subtle but persistent pull from somewhere I just don't know where."

"I agree and I would want it no other way. I can also feel the pull but that still does not tell me the reason for our visit to this vault." Lucy questioned Harry.

"Ha-ha" Harry chuckled.

"Close your eyes and no peeking." He said as he stepped behind her to place his hands lightly over her eyes and guided her through the door to the pedestal holding the philosophers stone.

"You can look now." Harry said amused as he took his hands away from her eyes. Lucy gasped at what she saw surely her eyes deceived her.

"I have decided that it would be best for you as one of the bonded to be able to age like me meaning we will be able to advertise our affection in public more safely, without attracting attention due to our age. Plus if I am going to give you all of my knowledge you have to have enough power to practice." He finished with a grin as gently brushed her lips with his own. He stepped forwards pulling her along by the hand and placed her hand over the stone. This caused the chamber to light up with a nimbus of light. As it brushed over Harry, he felt it mingle with his own magic like they were singing to each other.

As the light began to die Lucy's legs gave out but luckily Harry was there to catch her so she did not have the privilege of banging her head like he had. He gently brushed the stray hair from her face and cradled her in his arms as he observed her body lengthening a little and becoming more athletic. He blushed as he realised that there were specific parts of her body growing that drew his attention even as he tried to find the dust he noticed on the floor fascinating.

It felt like he had been waiting hours as Lucy started to awaken, where really it had bee more like 15 minutes.

"Hey sleepy head what took you so long you had me worried." Harry asked and she noticed the relife on his face but not only that the stone seemed to have bonded them even more as she could feel the concern for her safety pouring off of him. It seemed as if the Occlumency shields could not block the bond.

[Oh, this was going to be fun.] Lucy thought to herself as she tried to see if she could see anything else other than emotions. As she tried, she picked up the surface thought of;

[Wow, she looks even better than she did before.]

"So Harry you like these changes do you?" Lucy questioned only to receive the shocked and horrified yet blushing face of a confused Harry.

"How did you… I mean I didn't say that." He stammered

"Oh so you don't like the way I look then." Lucy asked putting on a dejected tone and lowering her head to hide her grin.

"WHAT! NO. I mean YES! I do find you very attractive its just…" He trailed off realising that she was laughing at him and had got one up on him again.

"Oh Ha-ha, very funny. Let's just get your second present before we get out of here we still need to give you my knowledge so that you can have time to sort through it and find a way like I have to control your power." With that he stood up and offered her his hand.

"Well take a look around the eggs and go where your magic leads you." After Harry said this, he stepped back so as to not interfere with the selection of her familiar.

Lucy closed her eyes and concentrated on her magic, which was so much easier than it normally was she would have to ask Harry about it later though, because at that moment she had felt a tug and began walking. The egg that was calling to her was quite large, it was a golden brown colour and about as large as an average new born. Lucy felt a warm feeling in her chest intensify, as she grew closer to the egg. When she finally touched it, it cracked open only for a beautiful golden griffin cub to roll out. Lucy picked it up and cradled it and immediately she knew it was female, her fur was so soft it felt like air in her fingers the feathers of her small wings felt the same.

"I think I will call you, Athena. How do you like that?" Lucy asked, only to giggle as Athena nuzzled into her belly trying to get warm for a sleep, as all of Harry's familiars had done when they were first hatched.

"Come on. We can find you some robes like mine then we can go shopping to get new ones of our own. Plus we still have a lot to do." Harry said as he walked to the clothing part of the vault, looking for some female robes. He found a set of dark purple almost black that he thought would suit Lucy's eyes.

He had been right Lucy looked amazing they were both in their 20-year-old form and Harry thought he might just have to take one of the swords with him, just as a deterrent of course. Lucy stood at 5ft 6inch her long black hair was flowing down to her mid-back covering her ears from sight her sparkling sapphire eyes had only gotten more stunning as they shone in the light a twinkle to them that Harry could identify as mirth as she observed his open mouth and wide-eyed look. She had to admit she liked the way he looked at her. It was not predatory, it was admiration of not just her beauty but she herself. Sure she had grew and matured her breasts were quite small around the size of an orange or grapefruit but they matched her slender athletic body perfectly. She did not want large breasts they would not suit her and impede her ability to move swiftly. It seemed Harry agrees she thought as she saw the bulge forming in his pants making her giggle.

"Well I don't have to ask if you like it. I can tell that you do." Lucy said with a smirk, she did not know why but having Harry admire her as he was doing made, her feel special and she hoped that he would not stop admiring her, ever. Then again she knew he would not he had ensured they could always be together they just had to find their missing piece to be complete.

"Come on put Athena in one of your pockets and let's go. Don't worry the pockets are heated and enlarged, so she should be comfortable."

With that said they left the vault, thanked the guards and headed back to the surface.

#If you both come back on Monday your training will begin, Just come to my office at 9am.# Ragnock told Harry.

#Thank you Ragnock, It will be an honour to train in your ancient arts.# Harry replied with a bow.

#You are welcome Mi Lord and you are worthy to learn the arts. Your mate as well.#

With that, Harry and Lucy left with a bag of 2000 gold galleons and a few bank slips for larger purchases if any.


Their first stop was Madam Malkins for some everyday robes and some work out clothes for working out to increase their stamina and strength. Harry decided to buy two black hooded robes with a red trim made from acromantula silk with anti-crease, anti-dirt, anti-pickpocket, heat regulating charms and a shadow charm on the hood, he also got a pair of black shoes to match. Lucy got the same except hers had a silver trim.

They each got two pairs of jogging trousers, and a few t-shirts of multiple colours and a pair of trainers each.

Harry then asked Madam Malkin if she sold any sort of battle robes or equipment.

"I'm sorry I don't do that kind of thing myself, I am more into the fashion side of things instead of functionality. I do however know of a place that should help. If you go down the side street at Gringotts that has all of the more specialised shops, there is one called 'Draconis Battle Wear' I think that Gustav is the mans name, I'm sure he will be able to help you I went to school with him he was always into that kind of stuff." Replied Madam Malkin.

After paying the 30 galleons, each they left the store and Harry called Billy to come take their robes home. Informing them they should be home for dinner around 5:30 being as it was 3 o'clock now.

They entered Draconis Battle Wear and began looking around. There really was a wide selection of materials and styles from plain leather to magical hide and everything in between. There were a selection of battle robes, cloaks, boots, gloves, wand holsters and sword and dagger sheaths. The variety was amazing they went to the counter and after being informed of the mans identity, they asked Gus as he liked to be called, for a list of available materials and charms.

Materials:

Dragon Hide (Norwegian Ridgeback, Chinese Fireball, Hungarian Horntail, Swedish Shortsnout, Ukrainian Ironbelly, Russian Nightmare), Basilisk Hide(Limited), Acromantula silk, Griffin Fur, Demiguise Hair.

Charms:

Anti-Pickpocket, Growth charm (Allows for growth of 2 sizes only), Anti-Summon (Mostly for holsters), Heat regulation, Self repair (Only minor damage), Waterproof, Lightening (For heavy weight hides), Self cleaning.

"Well. There is certainly a lot of choices what would you recommend for under armour, Cloaks, Battle robes and wand holsters?" Lucy asked with Harry nodding along still going over the list with his own ideas.

"Well, for the best results I would recommend Russian Nightmare with Acro silk Lining for the under armour I say this because the Russian hide is more flexible but still almost as strong as the average dragons hide. It is also resistant to magic but nothing more than the average stunner's power; it is form fitting so is like a second skin except it is very rough. This is where the Acro silk lining comes in I could use something less expensive but Acro silk also has some magical resistance but is also very comfortable. For the cloak and battle robes basilisk hide would be best but we do not have enough at this time so the next best would be the Ukrainian Ironbelly. Most think the Horntail is the strongest hide, but it's hide is not the strongest it is the most aggressive leading to this assumption. The Ironbelly is the opposite it has one of the strongest hides and is highly resistant to magic but is very secluded so people think it weak. I would again recommend Acro silk lining for comfort but it is not necessary for function. For the holster, I would recommend Shortsnout hide with a layer of Demiguise hair added to the outside to help disguise it from others. I would also add all the charms on all of them where appropriate." Gus said pointing to each of the materials as they went.

"Well… Gus, we would like two of each item you just described and I think we will take it exactly as you described them. We have some training to do and we are starting Monday do you think it will be possible to have them complete by then?" Harry asked the now wide-eyed man.

"Of course, it is my biggest order so I will make it a top priority. If I could just take your measurements and ask where you want your holsters?" Gus asked.

Harry decided to have one holster on his leg and the other on his forearm Lucy decided she would have the same but instead of her leg; she would have it on her hip. After they had that decided Gus told them the total would be 1000 galleons total. Harry added an extra 100 galleons since he was stopping other work to do there order. Harry told Gus he would send Billy over on Sunday to collect their purchases.

Harry and Lucy decided to call it a day and head home it was currently 5pm and they had told Billy they would be home by 5:30 for dinner. So Harry wrapped Lucy in his arms and activated his ring portkey home.


The pair landed in the foyer and were met by Billy who took their coats and told them to go wash up for dinner, dinner was going to be served momentarily. Harry thanked him, told him about the robes, and was ensured they would be picked up on Sunday. Harry and Lucy went up to his level and put Athena with Ariel and Elysia and Harry asked them to look after her for them. Harry had the elves bring some fresh fruit for Elysia and some meat for Ariel. Once they had all the familiars comfortable Harry and Lucy left for dinner in the dining room. When the elves brought in the food Harry just looked at how much food there was and put on a serious face.

"Well Lucy, you know what all this food means?" he asked trying not to grin. Lucy who was genuinely curious shook her head.

"It means that 'all elves present in this manor and grounds' it means that all of you will have to join us for dinner from now on. It will actually help in a way I will be able to get to know you all better and know what needs done around the property. Besides I see you all as part of my family so it is only right that we all eat together." Harry said to everyone. After a while of just eating, the elves began talking amongst themselves and then finally relaxed enough to begin talking to Harry and Lucy.

Once they had finished eating Harry asked if there was anything any of the elves needed or thought would improve the property. Surprisingly, it was one of the younger elves who raised her hand.

"Yes Daisy?" Harry asked the little elf who was now blushing as every eye in the room was directed to her.

"Master Harry, I noticed that the green houses were allowed to become overgrown and some plants are starting to die. Daisy is wondering if she could be assigned to look after them and save all the plants for master and mistress. There is being many rare plants yous could be using for potions ingredients I is believing that some of them is not available anywhere else anymore." She said shyly.

"Of course Daisy if you need any help just ask. In fact you can be the head elf of the greenhouses, you can decide how best to take care of them. I want them as good as you can get them. It will save us a lot of money on potions ingredients when we are practicing our potion making too bad no one thought of it before. Well done Daisy." Harry said leading everyone in applause for Daisy. He then asked if anyone else had anything to add at this time. After no one spoke up everyone went back to their separate tasks, Lucy and Harry went to his study to sit by the fire. Harry had come to consider this his favourite room, though tonight it got even better as just as he sat down in his favourite high back chair Lucy dropped into his lap and kissed him soundly on the lips.

"What was that for?" he asked slightly out of breath.

"That's for being you." She answered simply, with a smile as she snuggled into his shoulder. He automatically began to run his fingers through her hair drawing a contented sigh from Lucy and a content smile graced his face.

"I think we should do the spell to give you my knowledge now. That way we can help each other when one of us understands something the other doesn't or we get stuck and need another opinion." Harry said continuing his caressing. Lucy, who had previously been drifting in and out of wakefulness, was not wide-awake and listening intently to all that Harry was telling her.

"I can do it just now and we can sleep here tonight if you want?" Harry asked. Lucy's only reply was to nod and return to her previous position with her face buried in his shoulder.

Harry taking this as confirmation brought out his wand and cast the spell,

"Mando tibi ego meam Scientiam" once cast Lucy fell unconscious. Harry continued his caressing as he watched her sleep until slowly he drifted to sleep himself.

AN:

'scudo dell'Anima' - Soul Shield

Hey guy's, sorry it took so long but I started a new job last week and have just been trying to get everything back on track I have already started the next chapter and will hopefully have it finished in the next week or two. I have been thinking though and it is only a thought at the moment I was watching stargate Atlantis and read one of the crossovers I liked 'Oma's choice' and have not yet decided but think I will turn this into a cross over after voldy is killed. Just an idea I do not know yet. Well hope you enjoy this chapter reviews are always read and appreciated but only be constructive if you don't like the ideas then don't read.