Heir of Pendragon

By Sk8ernv

Chapter 12: Conversations and Preparations

For Harry the next morning came much faster than he would have liked. Despite the fact that he had just undergone one of the most draining and tiring experiences of his life. He awoke to find Gladius, Darius, and Sorian awaiting him in his bed chambers.

"Good Morning your Majesty. I trust that you have rested." Darius said a little too cheerful for Harry's liking.

"Ugh….what time is it anyway." Harry asked in a daze.

"06:00 your Majesty. We really must begin your day."

"I don't guess I can just lie in today considering everything that just occurred yesterday." Harry asked putting his pillow over his head.

"The enemy doesn't care if you are tired your Majesty." Gladius said with his usual gruffness.

With that Harry got up and began his morning exercise ritual. The surprising thing was that despite being tired from yesterday. He also felt somewhat stronger. Like his heart was not just beating in his chest. He could feel the power of another. It was then as he was running in the Royal Training Complex that it struck him about yesterday. He also began to remember what his advisors had told him yesterday about legal ramifications. He wasn't sure what they had meant by that yesterday, but today he would get an answer. While Harry had been running Hermione had been enjoying the rest that Harry had hoped to capitalize on.

As Hermione turned her head in the foreign bed she was struck with an utter sense of euphoria. The likes of which she had never experienced before. She felt very peaceful. While her body was weak. She could feel strength lying just below the surface. She almost forgot about the events of yesterday until she opened her eyes and saw the marvelous room she was in. It was without a doubt the most beautiful bedroom that she had ever seen in her entire life. The walls were made completely out of marble. It was truly magnificent. Then it struck her she did not know where she was. Lying next to her bed was a beautiful silken robe. She put it on and padded out towards what she assumed had to be some kind of balcony. The scene before her was something of true wonder. In her wildest dreams she could not have imagined something more beautiful.

She found her self staring out towards the water which was almost a teal color. It was truly impressive. The country side was composed of rolling hills and she could see several small villages. Then she looked behind her and her mouth dropped at the sight before her. She was in what looked like a palace. One that would surely put Buckingham Palace to shame. The Palace was built into the side of a mountain. The only word Hermione could use to describe it was spectacular. Just as Hermione was becoming lost in the view of her new surroundings a voice called out from the magnificent bed chamber.

"Lady Hermione I have breakfast if you are hungry." a soft female voice said to the startled Hermione.

"Oh..you gave me a fright… I'm sorry did you call me Lady Hermione. I'm not a noble." Hermione said trying to make head or tails of this strange situation.

"Of course you are milady. My name is Celeste milady's lady in waiting. If there is anything you need you have but to ask." Celeste said.

"Lady of what my parents are dentists. I think I would know if I was a noble." Hermione said slightly amused.

"Of course milady. I believe his Majesty will be by later to explain everything to you." Celeste said as she set breakfast out.

With breakfast out Celeste slipped out of Hermione's bedchamber. Leaving Hermione to ponder exactly what was going on and more importantly were was Harry. She only hoped that the King of this beautiful island would be able to give her some answers. For some reason she knew in her heart that Harry must have made it out safe with her. She wasn't sure how she knew this, but she could just feel his presence. It was a very soothing experience. As nice as that feeling was she still wanted to see Harry with her own eyes just to make sure.

"Good work your Majesty. I'm guessing there are no ill effects from the bonding." Gladius asked Harry as they began to put away the practice swords in the armory.

"No…Actually I feel great. I can't explain its like I have reserve of strength. I was sure I would feel drained. I would like to check on Hermione next though." Harry said

"Of Course your Majesty. I would suggest though that you shower before you greet her." Gladius said as he sniffed the air.

With a laugh Harry left towards his own chambers deciding that Gladius was correct, and that a shower was defiantly in order. As Harry began his shower he could feel all of the tension floating away from him. After several minutes under the triple faucets he began to feel a new sensation. It was almost euphoric. The best way for Harry to describe it was as if he was now complete. He didn't quite understand it. He was nonethe less happy. What Harry didn't know was at that moment a young brunette had wandered into the loo unaware that it was otherwise occupied.

Hermione finished her break-fast and decided to have a better look around. She decided that while the thought of lounging about in her bath robe was appealing. The actuality of it was it was not the best course of action. She also hoped that perhaps a shower would get her motor started she was after still feeling rather sluggish from the events of yesterday. As Hermione looked around her suite she noticed that if she looked out on the balcony there was another balcony which she assumed must belong to an adjoining suite. After several minutes she found the door which led to the loo.

When she walked into the loo she unceremoniously let go of the mug of pumpkin juice that she had in her hand. Standing before her was a young man in the shower. A naked young man in the shower. Hermione watched as the young man with shoulder length hair washed the soap of his sculpted body. The only thing that Hermione could do was stand and watch with her mouth slightly open. Without noticing the young man in the shower turned off the water. He stepped out and it was then that he realized that he was no longer alone in his loo.

"Hermione!" Harry exclaimed as he reached for a towel.

It was only then that Hermione snapped out of her daze and realized who it was standing before her in all of her glory.

"Harry!" Hermione screamed as she turned a bright shade of crimson and turning around so that her back was to the young man who's face was equally red.

"Perhaps we can continue this after I have gotten dressed." Harry asked wishing that he had put a towel closer to the shower.

"Yes, of course I…umm…I'm next door." Hermione said as she slid out of the room unable to make eye contact with Harry who at that moment was only wearing a towel.

After several minutes Harry quickly found a pair of muggle slacks and a pull over. He then came back through the loo to the room that was connected to his own. Inside he found Hermione standing outside on the balcony. As Harry stood there he again was struck with the odd sense of euphoria which he had earlier as he was in the shower. He assumed that had to be one of the side effects of the bonding. He also could not help but notice how beautiful Hermione looked with suns rays striking her soft brown curls as the ocean could be scene just beyond her. It was almost poetic to look at. A living poem of beauty. Then as Harry was becoming lost in his own thoughts the voice that was normally just an inner voice called out to him from the balcony.

"Harry how long have you been standing there." Hermione said as embraced him in a hug.

"Not long,its beautiful isn't it." Harry said as looked at Hermione who had once again turned her attention to the vista.

"Yes it is…Where are we. This doesn't look like Surrey" Hermione said almost in jest. However, She could not hide the curiosity that she had been feeling since there meeting in Diagon Alley.

"Welcome to Avalon" Harry said

"Harry you can't be serious….How did we get here. No one has been able to venture to Avalon in almost century. Do you know how important this……." Hermione began to rant in her normal manner until she was interrupted by Harry's not so subtle laughs.

"What is so funny Harry Potter…I wonder if we can visit the great library of Avalon while we are here. I bet there loads of books that Hogwarts doesn't. Of course I have read that only the King can allow foreigners ." Hermione said

"I am sure that he will allow you to visit the library." Harry said.

"Oh Harry I don't know. The King of Avalon hasn't given an audience to any foreign national in over fifty years." Hermione said sadly

As Hermione was saying that last line. A soft knock was heard at the door as Celeste and Darius entered.

"Your Majesty I see you have found Lady Hermione's suite. I hope you don't object to having her placed next to your royal suite." Darius said

"Harry what is he talking about. I think everyone here has gone mad they keep calling me Lady Hermione and now he just called you his majesty…..By Merlin! Harry your King!" Hermione said as she looked at Harry who was trying to shy away. " Why didn't you tell me?" Hermione asked

"I was going to I was just waiting for the right time." Harry said. He then went on to explain all that had transpired over the past few weeks. To say that Hermione was shocked to learn that Harry was descended from a long line of Kings was an understatement. Since the moment she had met Harry she had always known that he was destined for great things. What she didn't know was that he was destined for this amount of greatness. Hermione quickly realized the sheer wait of influence that Harry would have over magical Britain. Not just Britain the influence he would have throughout the world.

"That's amazing Harry, but shouldn't you stay with the Dursley's….." Hermione was not able t continue.

"The Dursley's are not my family! They were paid to keep me by Dumbledore so that he would be able to maintain control over me and in time use me and my position as King to destroy Voldemort and manipulate the crown from behind the scene." Harry spat.

"You mean he knew about what was happening and didn't do anything." Hermione said shocked at the revelation

Harry went on to explain the entire story as to how he came into his birthright. Including how Dumbledore had been hiding him away from Avalon to keep him from his true family. To say that Hermione was enraged was an understatement. The only time Harry had seen the spunky brunette so worked up was when Hermione had pledged herself to the cause of Elvin rights.

"What I don't understand is that I know that you are the King, but why has everybody been referring to me as lady Hermione. I know for a fact that I have no royal blood in me." Hermione asked

"I believe that I can answer that milady." Darius finally said. " Last night yourself and his majesty underwent a bonding ceremony. In ancient times this was also known as the marriage rites. I'm afraid that the curse you were struck with was destroying your magical core. Which eventually would have killed you. It was the only way to save your life." Darius said

"You Mean we're Married!" both Harry and Hermione cried out in shock.

"Not quite your Majesty. While it is true in ancient times it was used as a marriage ceremony. Today it is more of a ancient rite for young married royals. It cements the bonds and ties the old ways with the new. That is why I had to meet with the council to determine the legal ramifications of this union. While you are not married it does affect the way the royal court is set up. I'm afraid that now they you Lady Hermione are bonded you will never be able to bond with another. Those making her a member of the royal court. She will always hold a higher station than any one you will ever marry within your majesties court. That is why she is to be known as Lady Hermione of Pendragon. She will of course have some royal duties now, but I believe we will be able to work something out." Darius explained.

"Hermione I am so sorry If there was another way to save your life I swear I would have done it. I just couldn't let you die…." Harry was never able to finish he was caught up into one of Hermione's famous bone crushing hugs.

"I can't believe you were willing to do all of that to save me. Thank you." Hermione said slowly releasing Harry from her tight embrace. The young pair stood there neither willing to release the other. It wasn't until Darius spoke the pair appeared to have come to their senses and jumped away from each other turning bright shades of red that would have made Ron Weasley proud.

"Now your Majesty I believe we have several things to accomplish today before your coronation tomorrow. If you will come with me. Lady Hermione, Celeste will take care of everything you will need to do and have for tomorrow as well. Now if you will excuse me. Your majesty would you like to meet in your private study in 30 minutes." Darius asked as he bowed to the couple. Harry simply nodded his head.

As the young pair separated the third member of the golden trio was involved in preparations of a different kind. The type that were not in the best interests of his two best friends.

"I can't believe they would do this Professor." Ron said turning a bright red from anger.

"I'm afraid so Mr. Weasley. They have ran off together. I know they are your friends, but We must find Harry soon. The Minister has filed charges against Harry. I must find him so I can defend him at his trial. This also leads me to my next question. Once we find Harry would you be willing to join the Order and keep an eye on him. I'm afraid that Harry has proven to be too impulsive and most be watched much closer." Professor Dumbledore asked the young Weasley male. He knew that Ron's jealousy of Harry would be enough to get the young Weasley to filter information to him.

"Sounds brilliant Professor. Tell me what I have to do." Ron said gleefully.

"Perfect" Dumbledore said knowing that no matter how the trial turned out he would still have an avenue to get to Harry.