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Sorry for the wait, I wrote the first two paragraphs and just thought of things to add. I hope the next chapter will be out soon.
thank you again to my amazing beta disturbinglyprofound!
Chapter 3
By the time Severus and Harry left the prison it was three o'clock in the morning.
"Gather my council for 10 am today in the grand chambers. And I want these people brought here so we can meet after lunch, Severus," Harry said in a dismissing manner handing him a list.
"Of course, my Lord," said Severus, leaving his Master.
Harry's robes billowed as he approached the table surrounded with his council.
"Now, we need to deal with some issues – mainly sorting out the Ministry and Voldemort. I will need to do something big to announce my presence to them. And then I have some plans to deal with big V. I've been looking over some books this summer and I'm working on learning about what magic is and different ways to control it. I'm looking for a way to cut off his magic so I can kill him. Now, what needs to be done around here?"
Harry finished addressing his council and finally sat back down. An older lady stood up with a bow to speak.
"My Lord, we have not been able to do much in your absence, the people here need your permission to trade with Britain and other nearby countries. Could your Grace look over these files and pass judgement on if we may open trade again?"
As she finished she passed over a thick folder to Harry, and then took her seat. The man next to her stood up and saluted the man sitting at the head of the table. He had a strong build and was wearing an official military outfit.
"My Lord, I would also like to look into mixing Muggle and Magical security measures to protect the prison rather than using the Dementors. They are not truly reliable, though they have all returned since you rejoined us yesterday. The extra protection would also help with stopping people from escaping and breakouts. I would also like to request to see the prison back up and running like it should be. As well, if at some point, when it suits you, I would like to formally invite you to visit our school and military training academy," he said, his voice deep and gravelly.
After everyone who needed to made requests and gave Harry portfolios to look at, Harry stood up and addressed the council, as Severus had taught him.
"Thank you all for this input. I shall be looking over these files in the next few days and getting back to you. This meeting is adjourned, and you are all free to carry on with your duties."
The council left, and when they were alone, Severus closed the doors and Harry slumped back in his seat. "How do you think that went, Sev?" he asked.
"It went just fine, my Lord, although you may, perhaps, want to start looking at these folders – it looks as if it will take a while," Severus responded, tapping the files pointedly.
"Could you help me look through them? I don't even know where to start – and I told you, call me Harry."
"Yes, of course, I'll help you… Harry."
"Good," said Harry, as he passed a file to Severus and opened one of his own.
"Bloody hell! This is even bigger than it looks! This will take forever!"
"Don't worry, My L- forgive me, Harry. I'll assist you with getting through them. Even if we need to, you can always get others to help you as well." Severus was the epitome of calm and collected, as usual.
And with that they both went to work.