Harry found that everything was suddenly spinning as they appeared in what looked like an old fashion shopping centre. There was a long street occupied by old stores with bright colourful signs. At first glance, it looked like any other shopping area but when Harry looked closer, he was able to spot the differences.
One of the main differences were the types of stores. There were stores displaying potion making items, magic books, and a store that seemed to revolve around broomsticks. The street was large but to Harry's surprise there wasn't a single car in sight and the street was full of busy shoppers. Harry was also amazed by all of the store displays. A few feet away was a table full of sweets but Harry didn't recognize any of them. Harry did notice several boxes with what appeared to be frogs inside of them.
That was another thing that caught Harry's attention; the people who were bustling around were dressed differently than Harry was used to. They were mainly dressed in bright colourful robes but some were dressed in a way that Harry's relatives would never approve of. Harry gripped Remus' hand tighter an owl zoomed past them.
"Alright, Harry?" Remus asked Harry who was still gazing around Diagon Alley with a look of awe. Harry did glance up at Remus long enough to give a quick nod before looking around at all of the stores and people.
"Can we go in there?" Harry asked, pointing to Flourish and Blotts. Harry recognized it immediately as a book store and became very excited. In addition to time spent reading with Cubby the Bear, Remus had begun reading to Harry before bed and it was his favourite part of the day. Harry couldn't wait to get more books to read with Remus.
Remus smiled happily and simply guided Harry into the book store. The store was filled with so many different types and styles of books. Some looked old and worn while others looked new. But to Harry surprise, there were books that didn't look like they had pages, books that moved and in one area of the store the books appeared to be flying like birds. Harry smiled when he saw the potion books. Harry liked potions because it was like cooking only more relaxing.
Harry smiled when he saw the potion books. Harry liked potions because it was like cooking only more relaxing. Harry had helped Remus make a potion one morning and had been asking to make more ever since. Especially after Harry found out all of the things potions could be used for; helping sick people get better, helping with memory and even potions to make others get stronger. Harry picked up a bright, colourful potions book and began flipping through the pages. Each page had a new potion on it and the pictures showed every single step.
"These are children's potion books. The steps are all easy and don't require any cutting or extreme heat but I want you to promise that you still won't try any of these potions on your own," Remus said to Harry in a stern but kind voice.
"Yes, Moony," Harry happily replied smiling at the book. He couldn't wait to use the little yellow cauldron in his bedroom. One of the pages had a Glow in the Dark potion that made Harry very excited. Remus went to pick out a few story books while Harry glanced at the
Remus went to pick out a few story books while Harry glanced at the kid's potion books. The first book Remus grabbed for Harry was The Tales of Beedle the Bard; that was a classic book for all magical children. He then got Harry a few more books that he himself had enjoyed as a child. Remus glanced over at Harry to find that the young boy was being shown another potions book by the store owner himself.
Remus couldn't help but smile as he observed Harry's thirst for knowledge; the very same thirst Lily possessed. By the time they left the book store Harry had three potions books, a couple books about the history of magic and a few child-friendly books about herbology, charms, and transfiguration. Remus had made sure to check with the store owner that all books were age appropriate for Harry.
When they arrived at the General Healer's office, Harry was ushered into a small room while Remus began plotting their next stop. After a few minutes, Harry came out of the small room with a pair of glasses on. Remus couldn't help but notice the glasses looked quite similar to James' glasses. Harry ran happily over to Remus and jumped into his lap.
"Moony, I can see! Everything is so clear. Healer Jane said when I get older I can take a potion to fix my eyes for good," Harry said in a fast, excited tone. Remus couldn't help but notice that Harry was glancing around the room with newfound curiosity.
"Remus, may I have a word," Healer Jane called gently sitting next to Remus who simply nodded.
"I noticed Harry shows signs of..."
"Ah, yes, that is correct. It's a fairly recent development," Remus said, immediately aware of what Healer Jane was referring to. Werewolves vision tended to shift with lunar phases. Not drastic changes, just slight enough to be noticeable.
"We've adapted the glasses to change as his eyes do. This way they'll adapt to his... condition... but they'll also adapt as his eyes naturally change with age," Healer Jane explained smiling at Harry who was listening carefully to what they were saying. "I've also placed an anti-break charm because I know what four-year-olds are like."
Remus and Harry went to the get ice cream and then took a breeze through Quality Quidditch Supplies and Olivander's. From the Quidditch supply store they got a kids quidditch set, this included a couple training brooms and a snitch big enough to easily be spotted and grabbed by children. From Olivander's they got a personalized training wand; the wand was designed to only cast simple spells to give the child a feel for using a wand.
By the end of the evening, Remus noticed Harry's feet were dragging and his eyes were starting to droop. Remus scooped Harry up into his arms and chuckled to himself when the small child almost immediately fell asleep. Remus shifted Harry to a more comfortable position before apparating home.
Once Harry was tucked securely in bed, Remus went downstairs and froze slightly when he saw a grey and black owl on his kitchen table. Remus made his way over to the owl and took the note. The owl hooted happily before flying out the window and soaring into the night sky.
Remus unfolded the note and suddenly became nervous.
Dear Moony,
I haven't heard from you in a while and I wanted to know if it would be okay to stop by tomorrow for tea.
Let me know what time is good for you.
Sirius
Remus knew this was going to happen eventually and that he had to get this over with. Sooner or later, Sirius was going to learn about Harry's condition. As much as he wanted to hold off, he figured it best to simply get it over with.
He scribbled a quick note to Sirius, telling him to come around one and sent it off with his owl.
How will Sirius react to his godson being a werewolf?
