Harry Potter and the Heir of Pendragon
By Sk8ernv
Disclaimer: I own nothing
Chapter 5: Introductions
When Harry awoke the next day he began to believe that perhaps it was all just some kind of dream a really vivid dream. Then with one look around the room that he was in he realized that it was no dream. That in fact a group of men showed up at his house and told him that he was the next King of Avalon. Then the horror of last night struck him. What was he going to do. He could barely take care of Hedwig let alone an entire nation. He knew that no matter what he was now going to be stuck with this life. Then just as he was beginning to become lost in his own world he heard the door open.
" I am sorry to disturb you sir, but I thought you might want some breakfast you have a busy day" an odd looking house elf said.
Unlike most house elves that Harry had seen in his life. This particular one wore a very fine suit and spoke with perfect English. In fact his accent spoke of an education that surpassed Harry's
"Umm….God morning you can just call me Harry. Who are you?" Harry asked sleepily
"I am afraid your Majesty that would not be proper, and my name is Devon. I am your Majesties steward. It is my job to take care of your needs." Devon said
"Great Hermione is going to love this I own house elves." Harry said shaking his head
"Sir, I am not owned unlike those who live in British Magical community those of us who live within the shores are Avalon are free; just like all of your Majesties subjects." Devon said with a great sense of pride.
Harry was happy that he didn't actually own any house elves that would make things a lot easier when he have to explain to Hermione everything that had occurred over the past couple days. The thought of Hermione brought an instant smile to Harry's face. She had been the sound of his inner voice last year. No matter what he knew that she would be there for him until the very end.
Then there was Ron. He was a good friend, but his spells of jealousy were becoming more and more intense. Harry could not figure out were it was coming from. The amount of freedom that Ron had more than made up for the money he lacked. Not to mention he had two parents that loved him more than anything. Now what would he do now that Harry was Royalty and lived in a palace.
Harry got up and threw on the only clothes that he possessed which happened to be hand-me downs from Dudley which were at least three times Harry's size, and sat down at the table in his royal suite where Devon had laid out a lavish English breakfast. As Harry began to eat Dorian and Sorian entered the room.
"Good Morning your Majesty I trust you slept well." Sorian said
"Yeah great, I didn't have one nightmare which never happens" Harry said cheerfully
"Your Majesty what are you wearing" Darius said taking in the shabby appearance of Harry
"Umm…these are really the only clothes I have other than school robes" Harry said almost ashamed of his impoverished you inform the royal tailor that his majesty will need an assortment of robes and I will inform Armoror to create armor for him
With that Devon popped out of the room only to reappear a few moments later. He informed them that the royal tailor would be up in approximately 10 minutes. The quick response somewhat shocked Harry until he was told that all of his subjects were very eager to meet their new monarch. They then went over the remainder of Harry's schedule for the day. Harry would be meeting with most of the Avalonian council today. They would also be taking him on a tour of the palace. Sorian went on to explain that the palace held one of the most complete libraries in the world. Not since the Library of Alexandria had such a collection of knowledge been put together. Harry made a mental note to make sure he let Hermione into the library she would absolutely bonkers over it.
As told the royal tailor reported to Harry's chamber in 10 minutes. After several minutes of almost gushing. It turn out that while the tailor was excellent at his job. He could not do Muggle clothing justice. He told Harry that he would not be offended if Harry went to outside sources to find decent Muggle clothing. The wizarding robes that were made for Harry while beautiful and practical were a bit gaudy and Harry could not see himself wearing them all the time.
"I am sure your majesty we can make a foray into London and do some shopping next week sometime. I am afraid that for the next few days your schedule will be quite hectic." Darius said
"Thank you I appreciate it what is next on the agenda" Harry asked now becoming more and more curious about this strange land.
" You are too meet with the other members of the High Council. Then they will swear their allegiance to you." Darius said.
"Are you sure they will want to have a leader who is only 15 almost 16 and who has never been to Avalon before." Harry asked suddenly unsure of himself.
"They will follow you because you are their King and you are embodiment of Avalon." Sorian said
With that settled Harry,Sorian,and Dorian started to make their way to the council chambers that were located in the very center of the Palace. Harry now wearing a set of handsome Charcoal Robes that were made for him only moments before. The Royal Tailor assured Harry that when he had any kind of growth spurt the clothes would fit themselves for him.
When they entered the council chambers Harry was struck at how beautiful the room was. It was charmed similar to the Great Hall of Hogwarts except you could actually feel the slight breeze and smell the ocean air. In the center of the chamber was a large round table just in the legends of King Arthur. In the center of the table was a flame. Seated at the table was an assortment of men and women not all of whom were human. In fact Harry saw that part of the council consisted of a House-Elf, Centaur, Goblin, and a Mere-person who was wearing a suit that appeared to contain water. It was quite a site to behold mixed in were an assortment of what appeared to be Mages and Warriors. Harry eventually found his seat next to Darius and Sorian.
The council members introduced themselves one at a time. Harry at this point was slightly overwhelmed. When all the pledges of allegiance were over the members of the council began to laugh and joke as if they were all old friends having a reunion. This put Harry at ease slightly. Harry learned of many things that he did not previously know.
He learned that while there are many Magical brethren that inhabit Magical Britain they are all subjects of Avalon, and obey only the laws of Avalon. This apparently was a great thorn in the side of the ministry as the Goblin representative stated that on many occasions the ministry had attempted to gain control of Gringotts. Which Harry found out was also the official consulate of Avalon. Harry also learned that because of the revenues generated by Gringotts the people of Avalon paid no taxes to the King. In fact there had been no tax levied in the past 1000 years.
"Sir, Let me introduce you to Chieftain Daie." Darius said pointing to the very large Centaur standing slightly behind the Lord Chamberlain.
"Your Majesty it is a pleasure to meet you . Your coming was foretold within the stars." Daie said with an airy look that somewhat reminded him of Trelawney.
"Thank you Chieftain, you know I have actually met some of your brethren while I was at Hogwarts." Harry said
"Ahh you have met Chieftain Bane and his herd. They are the detachment that is assigned to the area to protect Hogwarts." Daie said.
Daie went on to explain that the school was actually part of Avalon's Domain. That is why a herd of Centaurs were sent to the forbidden forest in an effort to maintain some kind of security. It appears that over the years the Headmasters and Headmistresses of Hogwarts had begun to forget to whom they held allegiance to. Also included in the domain of Hogwarts was the town of Hogsmeade. Harry also learned that the reason that the Centaurs were so against Firenze leaving to teach at Hogwarts was that they felt that Dumbledore had betrayed Avalon. Harry knew that when he returned he would have to help set this right again.
For the remainder of the day Harry found himself wandering the palace on his own. It truly was an amazing place the entire castle was made out of white sparkling marble. The front of the Palace looked more like the Parthenon in Greece than any Muggle palace Harry had ever seen in pictures. It was easy to see that this place contained a lot of history and that the shoes of his ancestors would be difficult to fill. The most important thing though was that at last Harry felt like he belonged and was wanted. He knew that his journey would be difficult, but he felt that it would at last be worth and perhaps he would finally find the tools he needs to defeat Voldemort. Little did Harry know that the most difficult task was yet to come.