Harry's training with Brom lasted for the rest of his time leading up to September the first, the first night Harry stayed with Brom he received a message from his parents via their eagle owl Horus. They demanded he returned home so that they could try and make amend for their neglect the years previous and so that they could be a family again. Harry scoffed at the last part ad through the letter in the fire deeming a response unnecessary, he made his point clearly thank you very much.

Brom gave Harry a room above his shop and told him he could have it as long as he liked even after their training with one another was completed. Harry and Brom started his training first thing the next day, they wanted to get Harry into the best physical, magical and mental health as possible in the months they had leading up to Harry's train ride to Hogwarts.

Brom started Harrys training in magic, Harry at the beginning was unsure of himself, he had read many theory books and tried simple spells but never had he gone into so much detail on the magic he was using. However he quickly got into his training and true to his word Brom was right, Harry was beyond powerful, he got most spells correct the first time. Brom had him going through material that wouldn't be taught in Hogwarts till the fourth year or later and yet Harry never found the work demanding, he of course didn't understand everything but he had a large basis to work from with all the books he had read already.

As well as his magical training, Harry's physical training grew more demanding and important, Brom wanted Harry in a decent physical health so that when needed, where magic was not an option, he could run, dodge and evade his opposition. As well as that Brom said it would help with any sports Harry wanted to partake in as well as allowing Harry to have a higher tolerance when casting magically exhausting spells. Through his training Harry got an intimate view of muggle London and its surrounding areas, and as the weeks past he started to know the ins and outs wherever he went.

Brom also started teaching Harry about the muggle world and its technological advances. Harry, even with his mother being a muggleborn, knew very little about the muggle world and the uses of their technologies . Brom introduced Harry to the variety of gadgets that were available and let Harry take a chunk of muggle British pounds to go out and buy a variety of gadgets that he liked.

Harry started off looking for a mobile phone, an essential to any muggle teenager. He decided on two that he liked the most out of all he had seen and instead of buying one decided to get all of them, he reckoned he might as well always have a backup just in case. His favourite was the Samsung Galaxy -S with its sleek design and even though it wasn't as new as his other choice he still liked it. His next choice was the Iphone 4s again he liked the durability of it and its touch screen enticed him like the Galaxy-S had as well as all the apps he could get with them.

Once he bought his mobiles with a variety of accessories for each he decided he needed a laptop. He search high and low looking for something to catch his eye, he eventually stepped into a second hand store that sold laptops that hadn't been used too much. He came out the shop with a cheshire grin once he found a laptop that would be perfect for him. He bought a custom gamer's laptop with LED lighting that he thought made it look awesome. With it he brought speakers that could give a surround sound experience.

He arrived back at Brom's that night, exhausted, laden with bags that he eventually in a fit of frustration made lighter through a bout of accidental magic. He quickly went to bed leaving Brom to leaf through the bags and see the items his young apprentice had bought.

The next day Harry came down stairs and started searching for the things he had bought the day before. Brom stood in the doorway smiling while Harry search the room, in cupboards, behind shelves and all over the place. Harry eventually got fed up "BROM! Where did you put the stuff I bought yesterday" Brom chuckled and answered "I have put them aside for now, you will have time to play with them, however you need to learn how to make them work of magic as we have no electrical supply here. so for now my young apprentice we must train, fill your head with knowledge, your body with muscle, and your magic with stamina"

"how can we fill my magic with stamina?"

"we don't actually fill it, we fill you with stamina so that you can use your magic for longer without getting tired. Now of with you go get changed and meet me in the gym."

Brom continued a series of scheduled activities that would allow Harry to gain the most out of the 2 months he had with him, he introduced Harry to many new things and started to train him on the basics of many forms of fighting, defending, exercising and living life. Brom set out a list of things that needed to be completed before Harry left, and so Harry trained trying to reach the goal of going to Hogwarts and showing the magical world that he was not just a boy, not just the brother of the girl who lived and definitely not the weak son of Lily and James Potter.

Brom wanted Harry to be able to shield his mind before he left for Hogwarts and he wanted Harry to have the ability to attack back or read surface thoughts of others so he knew their intentions, after all being the brother of the girl who lived will attract attention and so that was the first on his list for Harry to learn.

As well as learning Occlumency and Legilimency, Brom wanted Harry to start meditating to be able to find his Animagus form or forms. He also wanted Harry to start learning magical theory and the laws that make up the magic that the wizarding world uses.

Harry breezed through his training as if he knew everything already, Brom realised soon enough that something was amiss, no one Harry's age should be able to practice such powerful magic and perfect it, in no time at all without knowing the theory or wand movements properly, and yet Harry was doing magic way above others his age.

Brom soon found out why Harry learned spells quickly, through getting to know each other, Harry told Brom about his life with his biological family. Brom learnt of how Harry's life so far was difficult with him being neglected by his parents and being brought up by the Potter house elves, his only escape, being through the books in the Potter library.

Brom waited to see if Harry's magical defiance continued. A few weeks before Harry left Brom told him about his way above average magical core, and asked if it was possible for him to test him. The test would allow him to understand how powerful Harry was, what talents he had and if he had any blocks on his core so that they could concentrate on what was needed before Harry left.

Harry didn't think long before he agreed and so Brom tested Harry that night whilst he slept, allowing Harry to sleep through a relatively painful procedure involving runes, chants and archaic spells. The test produced a sheet of parchment that showed the different aspects of Harry's magic. It listed so many anomalies that would on anyone else be impossible and yet it seemed to fit the boy perfectly, after all he was an anomaly of himself.

The next morning Brom told Harry about his power and special abilities. Harry denied everything Brom was telling him, he said it was impossible and yet when Brom showed him the parchment with the list of abilities, Harry had to accept the truth. The little he understood of what was shown on the list was astronomical and if the others were like the things he already knew, well he didn't know if he could take any more information. For the rest of the day Harry sat looking out the windows trying to sort through his muddled memories and see how he could have so much power and not realise it.

The list never left his sight and over the day he looked at it at least twice and hour to make sure what he was trying to understand was true and not some horrible joke. His undeniable thirst for knowledge eventually won out though and even with his muddled mind, he wanted to know what the other abilities were and why he had so many blocks on his magic.

He was soon on the hunt for Brom, he knew that if he wanted to find out what the abilities were, Brom would know and he also might have an inkling into the blocks on his core. He found him in his study searching the dusty tomes on his shelves.

"I wondered when I'd be seeing you my young apprentice, I thought it would of taken you a bit longer to come to terms with what we found out yesterday"

"what do you mean yesterday I haven't been looking out the window all night? And I haven't… I just want to know what the rest of my abilities are and why I have so many blocks on my core"

"ahh the inquisitive mind of youth, I remember a time when I was so like yourself, but that was many years ago and not the question you asked. There are many abilities on that list, tell me which ones you understand and which you want explaining"

"well I know a Parselmouth is someone who can talk to snakes, an Animagus is someone who can turn into an animal, mage sight is being able to see and identify magic in its most basic forms and an elemental is someone who can control a base element"

"hmm… you know a little about each of these things and yet you do not know them truly, I shall explain all your abilities and tell you a little about them, then I want you to go back upstairs and get some rest you look dead on your feet"

"sir yes sir I can do that. But now tell me… please"

"ok then well someone gifted with Parseltongue has the ability to talk to snakes yes, but there is more than common knowledge will have you believe, such as someone who can do it is dark or its unnatural. It occurs, as do all magical abilities, to those that magic 'see's' deserves it and to those who can use it when it is most needed. Magic's just like that sometimes. As well as being able to talk to snakes it gives the bearer the ability to talk to other reptiles such as dragons however they will look down on the speaker as they believe it to be a language for those beneath them. You can also cast magic through parsel words, they have the most amazing capabilities with healing"

"wow I didn't know it was possible to be able to do so much with it"

"next your understanding of an Animagus is undeveloped, wrong and basic. Yes it allows you to change it an animal however it gives you the most common trait abilities of that animal in your human form as well. An Animagus is a part of you, it is in essence your souls guardian. In some cases it is possible to have more than one Animagus animal, however it is highly unlikely and is only in people who aren't able to be connected to one animal alone. Your basis on mage sight is much better, it is the ability to see magic in its most basic form and through it gives you the possibility of understanding magic in way that no one else could possibly dream of. It is a gift and yet a curse, you are unable to shut it off once it has been unlocked however over time you will get used to the influx of information and it will become second nature to ignore it. But for now you will have headaches until you are able to control it"

"isn't there a way to control it with a potion till I gain the control needed ?"

"yes there is my apprentice, but life's lesson will not be learnt that way. You must understand about the good and the bad and why they happen. For example for every good deed there is a bad one that follows, you could save a man's life only for him to kill someone the next day, so this lesson teaches you even in pain something good will come"

"ok I understand now, please continue"

"now an elemental, controlling the forces of nature, fire, water, earth, wind are all basic elementals what is not known I that there is the possibility of combining more than one to create another more powerful advanced element however you must know both elements for this to be possible. An example of this is wind and water create the storm element. There are also more forms of elements however these are only for those in control of all other basic elements and these are light and shadow"

"what elements can I control ?"

"you can control all elements, but it will take you many years with lots of practice needed. Now onto the abilities you don't know; sjourn speaker is an ability that has had many names. It allows you to listen to languages and understand them in a short period of time. Mimicry is the ability to copy other peoples magical feats for example you see a spell and you instinctively know how to do it and lastly you have charm this is similar to the veela aura or succubus aura. It allows you to charm male or female without the necessity of trying to accommodate their wants"

"weehoo just looky at everything I'm going to be able to do, im like a super hero without the cape or batman without robin… hmm I wonder if I could find my own robin but call him something cool like awesome-man or something I'll work it out later"

Laughter was heard throughout the alley as Brom couldn't withhold his mirth at his apprentices enthusiasm.

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It was the day before Harry was to go to Hogwarts, Harry was in the alley looking for some items Brom needed, while Brom got a gift ready for his young apprentice. He now saw Harry as his son, the boy had somehow opened his life to something he thought he would never have again, something he had looked for yet couldn't find, a family.

He couldn't decide on whether or not he wanted Harry to go to Hogwarts. He knew Harry would not likely learn anything new that he hadn't now learned but he would miss out on the experience of meeting new people and being the child he never was allowed to be with his parents. He then thought more logically and came to the conclusion 'Not only would he gain a better education and grasp of magic from him, but if possible the magic schools i still have connections with, that would allow him to learn more and meet people. Hmm yes that's what I shall do I'll send him to Medri-Mekai Academy of the arcane arts. Now all I have to do is win over an 11 year old apprentice that is probably hiding in the alley somewhere after getting his items'

Harry walked into the shop an hour latter laden with bags, it seemed he had not only gotten the things for Brom but he managed to buy some more things for himself. Harry handed Brom the things he requested and left to put his new clothes away. He was stopped by Brom's meaty hand coming down on his shoulder.

"hold on little one, we have much to speak of"

Harry looked around questionably but did as asked and waited to see what Brom wanted from him.

"now I know you want to go to Hogwarts and show you birth parents who you can be, but we both know you will be bored there as you have learnt almost all material covered in Hogwarts with the exception of studies relevant to choice etcetera. I believe you would benefit going to a school that I have taught at previously, there you will be taught many things Hogwarts could never, you will be challenged and you can meet the upper echelons of each magical race. This school is not only for wizarding kind but also magical creatures and therefore it is more diversified and can gain you much better contacts for when you leave. But if you still don't want to go, this might tip you to my way of thinking, it is also a very prestigious school, it is older than Hogwarts and it only accepts the best, to learn, live and study within its walls is a great honour. How would that be for showing your parents hmm ?"

Harry gained a thoughtful look upon his face, Brom had given him a chance to enhance his up and coming empire by placing him in a possible position to get allies within the different magical races.

"ok Brom I'll do it but how do you know I'll be accepted, when does its year start and what will I need to do to go there?"

"well my young apprentice you will be accepted because you work at a prodigious level for a wizard, I have taught you many disciplines the school looks for and I have personally recommended you, so all you need to do is pas the trials and you will be allowed to enter. Now for your next question the year starts differently for everyone, the school works throughout the year none stop allowing you to go to which ever lessons you want. You will most likely come out of there with mastery's in a few subject or however many you wish. And lastly you will buy your things once you know whether you've been accepted or not, so for now get to your training; I've got a meeting with an old friend about your appointment to Medri-Mekai academy of the arcane arts"

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Harry couldn't contain his excitement, he had the possibility of showing everyone he was not the shadow of his family, he was not meant to be in the background. He had the chance to go where not many wizards have ever been before and he had a chance to excel. He only wished he could see his parents faces when they realized he was not going to Hogwarts but not only that he was going to a much more prestigious school, well he would like to see their faces if they knew anything about it at least.

He worked through the rest of the day on his training, whether it be reading from books, noting new ideas down for different concepts he could come up with, martial arts or his magic. He eventually ran out of steam a couple hours later tired and hungry he clomped out of the room and went to freshen up before he went to get something to eat.

He found Brom twenty minutes later sitting at the table next to the kitchen stirring at the fire a grin etched on his face. It would seem that whatever the meeting he had was for, had turned out good. He sat down with some cereal as he couldn't be bothered to cook, all the while stirring at Brom wondering when he'd speak.

"little one stop stirring it is impolite and could get you in trouble at Medri-Mekai, after all, many different races take certain gestures for different meanings. You could end up giving a centaur mare a look that means I want you or give a goblin goob a look that means I want a fight, therefore you need to look up these species and many other to find what different gestures means before you go. Oh and while we're on the subject your trials start in 12 days so before then I want you to cram as much as you can about other magical races, gestures and your physical training as your going to need them the most"

"can I not get some sleep first Brom, I've been training all day and its near midnight now"
Brom looked at the clock, swore then looked out the window for confirmation that it was actually midnight.

"yes you may go to sleep but up early and to training, these next few days are going to test your resolve, so get as much sleep as you can in those few hours. You're going to need them"

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The day had finally come, the first of September. The Potters had been searching for any chance to get close to their son. He hadn't returned home after his trip to Diagon Alley and even though they tried not to, they were worried for him. Lily couldn't stop crying at little things that reminded her of what they did to their son. James on the other hand kept a determined look upon his face, he realized that if they were to see their son it would be on the platform.

They arrived early hoping to get a spot where they could easily see if Harry entered the platform. But nothing they waited until the train left and yet, no Harry to be seen. The Potter's grew worried at this, they knew he could handle himself, but they were wondering why he didn't show up at all.

When they arrived home James made Lily a strong cup of tea, and tried to help her frayed nerves by telling her he would go floo Dumbledore and see what could of possibly happened. James came back 10 minutes later ashen faced and obviously deep in thought, well it was obvious to Lily she had known her husband 12 years after all. Daisy however thought her daddy needed the toilet really bad and so kept her distance in case he didn't make it.

Lily tried to get James to talk all day and yet he kept quiet always glancing at Daisy when she asked. As they lay in bed Lily snuggled into the crook of James shoulder, eh decided to tell her about what transpired over the floo call.

"Lils today when I spoke with Albus he told me… he told me Harry wouldn't be going to Hogwarts, he sent a letter explaining he had better options than Hogwarts for his schooling"

"but there is nowhere better than Hogwarts, it says so in Hogwarts: A history"

"well there are many places better than Hogwarts they just are very selective and harry, well Harry's been accepted at the best of them all, are that's what Dumbledore told me anyways, he's not going to Hogwarts because he's going to Medri-Mekai academy of the arcane arts"

Lily just turned around, turned her light off and pretended to go to sleep, she felt James spoon up behind her trying to comfort her and yet she felt hollow and couldn't help the tears streaming down her face as she realised, she may not see her baby boy for many years to come.

The Potters stayed out of the public eye for the next few weeks, ensuring that their pain and loss wouldn't be picked up by the news reporters; there was a sombre mood when Sirius and Remus walked in a few days later wondering all the same what had happened to make their best friends so lifeless. Little did they know they would soon join their friends in their pit of despair.

The public soon noticed the absence of their favourite family and questions and rumours were spread daily, it wasn't until special news reporter Rita Skeeter picked up the juicy gossip that was being spread and decided to find out for herself whether or not the claims where true or what the real reasons for the Potters absence from the public eye, an eye she loved to entice with her words and make those she wrote about sweat. Oh how she loved her job. She got her story after a bit of digging and soon the whole of wizarding Britain knew…

The Potter heir, Lost and Alone, Not going to Hogwarts

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