AN: And the results for the 'should Harry be resorted into Slytherin' poll….will be revealed in this chapter!

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Severus watched the two boys ride their broomsticks around the manor grounds. They would often chase each other or practice their Quidditch skills. Draco had announced that he wanted to try out for the Slytherin team this upcoming year. Harry had encouraged him saying it would be fun to compete against each other. Severus had to admit, it would be nice to have at least one person on the team who was a good sport. Contrary to what many believed, the house of Slytherin had many well-mannered and friendly kids. It was just that almost all of them tended to lose their heads when it came to competitions. They absolutely hated to lose and always went to great lengths to win everything. Severus hated to see them get so worked up over the sport.

Severus walked along the path in the garden's path. He could hear Harry taunting Draco as he chased him. Those two had become extremely close over the summer. It reminded Severus of him and Lucius when they were at Hogwarts. Even though Lucius was only there for his first year they had become fast friends and had written to each other religiously after Lucius left the school. Severus let out a happy sigh and leaned his head back and faced the warm sun with his eyes clothes. It was nice to get out of the potions lab and walk outside. Lately it seemed he had been spending more time outside his lab. It was strange but nice at the same time.

"Sevvy!"

Severus cringed at the nickname that had been called from that obnoxious mouth. He turned to see Lucius practically skip over to him.

"You call me that again I'll hex you," he snapped. Lucius just tilted his head a little and gave him a half smile like he was sad.

"How unfortunate that you manage to be grumpy while surrounded by such beauty," he sighed.

"Is there something you needed," Severus asked. "I know that you usually go right to Draco and Harry when you get home from your meetings at the ministry so I'm guessing you have news."

Lucius nodded. He looked over at Harry and Draco who hadn't noticed his arrival.

"Dumbledore has officially stepped down as headmaster. Professor McGonagall has agreed to take his place. So we'll be hiring a new Transfiguration professor as well as a Defense one but other than that it'll go pretty smoothly and unfortunately it won't look bad for Dumbledore," he explained.

"Well we already knew they were going to protect him and Professor McGonagall was the obvious choice. You have something else on your mind," Severus deduced from his brothers gaze.

"I think we should discuss this with Harry and Draco and tell them what really happened with Dumbledore," he said looking back at Severus. Severus nodded.

"Yes, especially Harry. He needs to know not to trust that man. Since he wasn't technically sacked he can still come to Hogwarts for visits, especially with a new headmaster. It will look like he's there to help Minerva get used to the job and he'll probably try to have a chat with Harry," Severus agreed. He knew that there was no way the man would hurt Harry in any direct way but he didn't trust that man. "I also don't want to hide anything from Harry. Especially since this involves him."

"There's something else," Lucius interrupted.

"Isn't there always?"

"I've been arguing with the other Governors to get Harry resorted."

Severus raised an eyebrow.

"Is there a particular reason for that?"

"Do you remember what that hat said the night Harry was attacked by Quirrell? It mentioned that Dumbledore had someone spying on Harry," Lucius reminded. Severus had almost forgotten about that.

"You think it's one of his dorm mates," he asked. Lucius nodded.

"Think about it. Dumbledore made a pretty big risk forcing Harry into Gryffindor. Why would he do that? It would have made sense if he was the head of house and he wanted to keep Harry close but he was the headmaster. The only logical conclusion I can think of is that he wanted Harry close to his spy. That and I think that perhaps he wanted to keep Harry away from you as much as he could."

"I can see that. He knew I didn't trust him even though I never said it."

"The Board of Governors finally agreed with me and are going to resort Harry and all the other students in his year," Lucius informed. Severus gave him a confused look.

"Why would they do that?"

"They've decided to tell the press that during the investigation on Dumbledore we found a confundus charm on the hat. We're going to say that it was recently placed on the hat, most likely as a practical joke. This way it doesn't look as suspicious as it would if just Harry was being resorted and the school can avoid any more embarrassment," Lucius explained.

"It seems like a lot of effort if you ask me," Severus grumbled. Lucius shrugged.

"As long as I get my way in the end I don't care what they do. So what do you say? Family meeting over dinner?"

Severus nodded. A surprised yell caught both of the men's' attention. Harry and Draco were running over to them.

"Dad you're back," Draco said happily. He jumped up and hugged his dad. After they were done Lucius turned to Harry.

"Welcome back, Papa," he said before also giving him a hug.

It had been a bit of a surprise when Harry first started calling Lucius that but now it seemed natural.

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They were all having a quiet dinner. Lucius was tired from a long day of meetings with the Board of Governors and Severus was mulling over a problem he was having with a potion he was creating. Draco was trying to start a conversation with Lucius but failing.

"Hey Dad, how was work?"

"Fine."

"Dad, do you like the turkey? I think it's a little dryer than usual."

"It's fine."

"You should have seen it earlier, Dad. Harry and I went swimming and I finally did a perfect flip off the diving board!"

"That's very good Draco."

Lucius was looking out of it and pushing his food around on his plate. Draco frowned at him.

"Hey Dad can you pass the corn?"

Everyone at the table looked over at Harry who had turned beat red with embarrassment. It looked like he hadn't realized what he said at first. He immediately started to stammer out an apology but Lucius stopped him.

"Harry, I already told you it's fine. If you want to call me that you are more than welcome."

"Plus if you do it'll be like we're brothers," Draco added happily.

Harry shifted in his seat and glanced over at Severus. He smiled at him and gave him an assuring nod. Harry looked down at his lap shyly.

"Okay."

Later that evening, Severus heard someone knocking on his door and opened it to see Harry standing there in his pajamas. It was a little after his bedtime so Severus figured something was bothering the young boy and ushered him inside.

"What's the matter Harry? Can't sleep?"

"Um.. I'm sorry," Harry said so quietly that Severus had almost not heard him.

"For what? Is it possible you've managed to get in trouble while on your way from dinner to your room," Severus asked half-jokingly.

"Um... I mean about calling Mr. Malfoy dad even though you're my… I didn't mean to disrespect you or be ungrateful. You've done so much for me and yet I can't think of you as a..," Harry seemed to be tripping over his words. Severus smiled to himself. Would it really kill this child to be a little selfish from time to time? He always worried over others feelings. Severus bent down and wrapped Harry in a hug.

"It's okay. I may be your guardian but that doesn't mean you can't have someone else as a father figure. I realize I'm not exactly the fatherly type and I'm glad you have someone to fill that role," Severus soothed.

Harry pulled away and looked up at him.

"Are you sure?"

"Of course. Harry, no matter what happens or who you start to look up to I will always be here for you. Whether you just need advice about school or you need protection I'll always be here," Severus assured. Harry smiled and gave him a tight hug which Severus happily returned.

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Harry couldn't help but feel like something was off. Although Lucius didn't look tired he was unusually quiet and Severus, who was normally quiet during meals, was making a point to make small talk. Draco gave him a look that told him that he had noticed as well.

"Um, is there something wrong," Harry asked finally after the third time Severus made a comment about the weather. Both adults glanced at each other.

"Well we were going to wait until you two were finished but if you guys want we can start now if you want," Lucius said pushing his plate away. Harry noticed he hadn't eaten anything. He pushed his plate away as well. He had a feeling he wasn't going to eat much during this talk.

"What is it Dad? Did you start dating someone? Because you don't have to worry we already know your gay and we're okay with it," Draco said as he finished the last bite of his dinner. The look on Lucius' face almost had Harry laughing.

"No…How….When," the man stuttered. Severus interrupted him.

"Draco asked me about it a few days ago. I tried to avoid the question and told him that he should ask you about it. Apparently he thought that meant yes," he explained.

Harry remembered that conversation. He didn't realize what being gay meant at first but after Severus explained it he vaguely remembered his uncle mentioning it. He had called them dirty and immoral but Harry figured that if Lucius was like that then being gay couldn't be bad. Lucius' face turned red and he snapped his head towards Severus.

"And you didn't think to tell me about that little conversation?!"

"I thought I should leave something like that between father and son, or sons."

Lucius coughed into his hand and calmed himself down.

"As much as I appreciate that you support me I don't think I'll be dating anytime soon. Besides I would rather spend all my free time with you guys while you're still here. Once the school term starts I'm going to be all alone again," he said with a sad smile.

"I think we're getting off topic," Severus interrupted. Lucius nodded.

"Yes. It has been decided that Professor Dumbledore will step down as headmaster next year," Lucius announced. Draco frowned in confusion.

"You mean he's retiring? What's so serious about that," he asked. Harry was also curious. Professor Dumbledore was rather old so it made sense for him to retire.

"Actually, Dumbledore was asked to step down or he would be forced into retirement," Lucius corrected. This shocked the two boys.

"Why? Did he do something wrong? Is this about the incident with me and Quirrell," Harry asked feeling somewhat guilty. Even though the whole thing wasn't his fault, he still hated being a part of something that cost an old man his job.

"Harry, there are some things you need to know about Dumbledore. You too Draco," Severus stepped in. "Dumbledore is not the man he appears to be. The wizarding world sees him as this kind, old, saint-like man but in reality he is a devious and manipulative bastard."

Lucius elbowed Severus in the arm and scolded him on his language at the table. Harry couldn't believe what he was hearing. Dumbledore had been so nice to him in the hospital wing and all the other times he had talked to him. He seemed like the gentle grandfather type.

"Anyways, Harry, Dumbledore did some things this past year that the Board could not ignore and we have agreed that you and Draco should be informed of what happened," Lucius explained gently. "First off, Dumbledore should never have hidden an object like the Sorcerer's Stone in the school. It was an object that many dark wizards were after and would do anything to get. He did not have permission to hide it within the school where its very presence endangered the students."

"Not to mention the giant three headed dog that was guarding it. That thing had no place in the school," Severus grumbled. Harry didn't really understand what Severus was talking about. He hadn't seen a three headed dog when he was facing Quirrell and he was pretty sure he would remember something like that.

"And Harry, after Christmas, well…," Lucius looked over at Severus.

"I was concerned when you mentioned that your scar would hurt during Quirrell's class and I had often caught him trying to get into the third floor corridor so I talked to Dumbledore about it. I suspected that Quirrell was a former death eater and was probably after the stone and for your scar to hurt the way you described it there must have been some very dark magic involved," Severus explained. Harry nodded that he understood. He was glad that Severus would go so far for him.

"And that man completely ignored me. All I asked him to do was to look into Quirrell's past but he simply refused. Not only that but he accused you of," Severus stopped dead in his rant. Harry felt himself tense.

"What? What did he accuse me of," he demanded.

"He… he said that you were probably lying for attention," Severus answered.

Harry felt a stab of betrayal. How could Dumbledore say that? He would never spread such a lie about someone. True, he sometimes lied when he was younger to get out of trouble but he never lied to Severus, and never would tell a lie that might hurt someone.

"I…I've never lied to you," he defended. He wasn't really sure why he felt he had to convince Severus of the fact. Severus gave him a small smile and grabbed his hand and gave it a comforting squeeze.

"I know Harry. I don't doubt that when you start getting into trouble again you might tell a few small lies but I trust that you would never lie to me about something big like that," he assured and Harry felt a lot better. "That's why I was so mad at him. I made sure to fill out some official documents that proved I had tried to warn Dumbledore and turned it into the ministry so there's proof that despite warnings and a requested background check, Quirrell was allowed to stay at Hogwarts and as a result you were attacked and hurt."

"Oh, so that's why you were so upset. Dumbledore ignored you and you ended up being right," Harry asked.

"No. I was upset that because of his negligence you almost died," Severus explained angrily.

"Wow, no wonder you guys asked him to leave. He really screwed up, but I don't understand why you guys say he manipulative," Draco said looking a little lost. Lucius sighed.

"Well that's where things really get serious. Harry, there's something you have to understand about yourself," he started turning to Harry. Harry sat up straight and gave him his full attention.

"You are famous. You not only survived the killing curse but the dark lord was killed as a result of it. People see you as his destroyer. There are also many people, including Dumbledore, who believe that he will return and when he does people will look to you to defeat him once again."

Harry sat there and tried to take in the information. Did people really expect that much from him? They really had that much faith in him because of something that happened when he was a baby? What if he didn't want to destroy the dark lord? What if he just wanted to be a normal wizard? Well, as normal as a wizard could be. He looked to Severus. Maybe he could just ask him to do it.

"Don't worry Harry. Whether he comes back or not, we'll be here to protect you and no matter what people say, you don't have to do anything you don't want to," the man said giving Harry's hand another squeeze. Harry relaxed a little. Severus always knew how to say things that made him feel better. It made him feel slightly guilty for thinking about asking the man to go up against the dark lord for him.

"What does this have to do with Dumbledore," Draco asked.

"Because of Harry's status many people will try to influence him to have certain ideals and behaviors they feel are appropriate for someone like him. Dumbledore is one of these people. We have found out that he had gone to certain lengths to control Harry's school life."

"Something tells me you're leaving out a pretty big detail," Draco said with a frown.

"He forced the sorting hat to put Harry into Gryffindor where it sounds like he had someone spying on him," Severus stated.

The room went silent. Harry stared straight at Severus while he and Lucius stared back at him. Draco literally had his mouth open in shock. Harry wasn't sure how he felt. On one hand he didn't really care which house he was in but to be placed into one for the sole purpose of spying on him? He was feeling a little…violated.

"Who," he asked in a low tone. He narrowed his eyes at Severus.

"Who," he asked back.

"Who's the spy! What kind of information were they giving him?"

Severus went to his side and wrapped his arms around him.

"I'm sorry but we don't know who the spy is. It was only mentioned briefly and Lucius and I are the only ones who know about it but don't worry. We'll do everything in our power to keep that man from you," he promised. Harry buried his face in the man's shoulder.

"I'll help too," Draco said walking over to Harry's side. "No one messes with our family and gets away with it."

Severus pulled away and Harry looked around at everyone.

"Thanks guys," he smiled.

"Oh, but that brings us to the last bit. Because Harry's sorting got messed with it's been decided that we're going to hold a special sorting for all the students in your year next week," Lucius announced.

"I don't understand," Harry said looking over at him. "I thought it was just my sorting that got messed up. Why is everyone getting resorted?"

"Because they don't want anyone knowing that Dumbledore messed with your sorting so their making it look like someone jinxed the hat," Severus explained.

"So how is that going to work," Draco asked.

"For two days the school will be open to the students from your year to come and get resorted whenever it's convenient for their parents to take them. All muggleborns will be picked up by a teacher and brought to the school at certain scheduled times," Lucius explained which caught Severus' attention.

"Wait I didn't hear about that," he interrupted.

"You'll probably get the letter later tonight with your students and times. I don't think there were many muggleborn students this year and I'm sure we assigned at least one to every teacher so at the most you'll have two."

After a few more minutes of talking Lucius decided that they all had enough excitement for one day and told Harry and Draco to get ready for bed. On the way to their rooms Draco kept talking about what they had learned.

"I mean why the hell was it necessary to spy on you? It's not like you were doing anything important or interesting, no offense," he grumbled. "Dumbledore sounds like a perv."

Harry first smirked at the comment then shuddered when he briefly wondered whether or not it was true.

"I suddenly feel like a need a bath," he said rubbing his arm.

"I don't blame you. So what do you think of the resorting? You think you'll be put into another house?"

Harry thought about it. He honestly didn't really care about the housing system they had. In his opinion it divided up the students too much and made him feel segregated.

"I don't really care. I mean, now that I know that someone in my house was spying on me for Dumbledore I want to move but then again I have so many friends there. I would miss Ron and Hermione," Harry said now beginning to worry. "What if I go to a different house and they stop hanging out with me. No one hangs out with people from other houses."

"Hey stop worrying. We were in different houses last year too but we didn't stop hanging out right," Draco pointed out. Harry remembered how they always got together at least once a week and talked. They would also make a point to greet each other when they had classes together.

"I guess you're right," he said happily.

"The whole housing and point system was really created for a little harmless and fun competition. A lot of people take it too seriously but if Ron and Hermione are true friends they'll be fine with whatever house you end up in…. oh Merlin that sounded so corny!"

Harry burst out laughing and was closely followed by Draco.

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That went very well, Severus thought sarcastically. Harry had looked so disturbed when they told him what Dumbledore did and he couldn't blame him. The old coot had seriously crossed the line from being a somewhat meddlesome old coot to a sadistic manipulative dark lord wannabe. What was really aggravating was that he couldn't do anything about it, at least not without getting arrested. Severus let out a long sigh as he collapsed into a chair near an open window. At least he couldn't bother Harry at school anymore which was a big step and since Dumbledore wasn't in charge anymore the boy might actually have a chance at a normal school life. Severus smirked and shook his head. No, something told him that nothing about that boy was 'normal'. Severus glanced at his potion that was cooling off before he added his next ingredient. He just had a few more steps to go before it was finished then he would retire for the night. A gentle breeze caressed his face and Severus stared out the window. He loved how the sky was always so clear at the manor. Hundreds of stars twinkled lazily as the rested on a dark blue blanket. Not even the moon was out to outshine them.

An owl's screech had Severus fighting to keep his heart from stopping. The beastly rude creature landed on the small table next to the chair Severus was sitting in. He recognized it as one of the school's owls. It held out its claw with the letter that Severus assumed was the one Lucius had told him he was expecting. He quickly accepted the letter and conjured up a treat for the owl. The owl accepted its payment and took off. Severus read the letter as he finished his potion. For the most part it wasn't anything he hadn't already known about. He was surprised to see that they had already found a new Defense Against the Dark Arts professor and a new Transfiguration professor as well. He was even more surprised when he read their names. His hopes for a normal school year were dashed before the first Hogwarts letters were sent. He read the name of the muggle-born student he was supposed to pick up and smiled. This might be somewhat fun.

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Harry practically skipped to the fireplace. He couldn't wait to see his friend again. Severus followed him looking a lot calmer. Draco looked a little nervous but Harry wasn't sure why. Both Harry and Draco were in casual clothes. Harry was wearing a pair of blue jeans and a red t-shirt. Draco was wearing a pair of black pants with a royal blue t-shirt.

"Okay. Harry, you go first, then Draco, and I will go through last. Let's get going, the Grangers are already waiting for us," Severus instructed.

Harry did as he was told and was soon in the presence of three Grangers. He stepped out of the fireplace as, who he guessed was Mrs. Granger, began to clap like a child watching a magic show. He was immediately pulled into a bone-crushing hug by Hermione.

"Harry I'm so glad to see you. I can't believe their having us resorted. Never in the history of Hogwarts has there been a resorting of an entire year," she said knowingly. There was a burst of flames and Draco stepped out of the fireplace. Harry noticed Hermione tense up a little.

"Oh, I forgot to tell you that Draco was coming with us," Harry realized. He felt like smacking himself in the head. This was probably a little awkward since Draco and Hermione didn't really know each other.

Next was Severus who came out and shook his head. Seeing the adult, Mr and Mrs. Granger stood up to greet them.

"Welcome to our home. I understand you are one of our daughter's Professors," Mr. Granger started holding out his hand to Severus.

"Yes, I'm Professor Snape and I teach potions. I'll be watching over Ms. Granger during her resorting. It's a pleasure to meet you," Severus said politely taking the other mans hand.

"Well, as you've probably guessed I'm Hermione's father Mark Granger and this is my wife Debra," Mr. Granger introduced.

"You said you were the potions professor? Hermione told us that she had a difficult time with that subject but she still managed to get a good grade," Mrs. Granger commented.

"That's not surprising. Potion brewing is a lot like muggle cooking, anyone can follow the recipe and make a decent potion but it takes true talent to make it perfect. Ms. Granger has an excellent mind for spell craft and other studies but potion making is more of an art than a science," Severus explained.

Mrs. Granger had looked slightly offended at first but then laughed.

"I guess you're right about that. So let me guess, you must be the Harry we've been hearing all about," she said turning her attention.

"Yes Ma'am. Nice to meet you," Harry said shaking her hand.

"How polite," Mrs. Granger beamed. She turned to Draco and gave him an apologetic smile. "I'm sorry but I don't know who you are."

"I'm Draco Malfoy. My father was called to the school early to take care of some business so I'm tagging along. I hope you don't mind," he introduced shaking both of the elder Grangers hands.

"I heard you were close to Professor Snape. Is that why he's taking you," Hermione asked curiously. Draco nodded.

"He's kind of like my uncle who's not related to me by blood. My father left the man- house before I woke up to get things ready at the school so naturally I needed someone to escort me," Draco explained. Hermione gave him a confused look.

"Why didn't your mom take you?"

Draco paled and grew tense. Harry nervously bit his lip. Thankfully Severus was there to explain.

"I'm happy to report that that beast of a woman is no longer present in the Malfoy household. I believe that's all you need to know about that. Now, should we get going," he asked looking at all his students. Draco seemed to relax a bit but was still tense. Hermione nodded at Severus and turned back to her parents. Harry gave her a grateful smile for not asking anymore questions. Hermione may have a love of learning but when it came to people's private lives she maintained a respectful distance.

"I'll be back in time for dinner," she assured. Her parents each gave her a hug.

"Now be good and stay close to your professor," Mrs. Granger said sternly.

"I will."

Severus gave everyone their floo powder and they each took turns flooing to Hogsmead where they made their way to the castle. Harry and Ron had exchanged letters and agreed to meet up before resorting. It wasn't hard to find him and his parents standing together just outside the castle. Harry and Hermione both ran over to them. Harry gave his friend a hug before patting him on the back.

"Nervous," he asked.

"Of course not. Weasleys always go to Gryffindor house," Ron said confidently.

"Harry," Mr. Weasley greeted. "Ron's told us everything about you. How's your summer been?"

"Excellent sir."

Severus and Draco walked over to them. The Weasley parents seemed to tense slightly but kept their manners, unlike their son who glared at Draco. Harry elbowed him but all that did was get Ron to turn his glare towards him instead.

"Arthur, you know that their only resorting Ron's year today. You didn't have to bring your daughter," Severus commented dryly.

Harry hadn't noticed Ron's little sister standing next to her mother. She had been very quiet and was looking down shyly.

"Oh she wanted to come. I think she's a little nervous about her own sorting," Mrs. Weasley explained. Severus nodded in understanding.

"Well of course she is."

Everyone turned to see Lucius walking out of the castle towards them. Harry could literally feel the tension rise. He was going to have to ask Lucius about what had started the rivalry between the two families one day.

"I've never met a person who wasn't scared during their sorting ceremony. I'm sure you were the same," Lucius said dryly. Harry was starting to hate this alternate personality of his. It just wasn't him.

"Yes and I'm sure you were the exception," Mrs. Weasley sniffed.

"Of course not, I was terrified at my sorting ceremony. My father had made it very clear before I left for Hogwarts that if I was sorted into any house other than Slytherin I wouldn't be allowed back home," Lucius answered off handedly. Everyone seemed to be caught off guard by his answer.

"Anyways shall we continue on inside? We should get this mess over with," Severus suggested ushering everyone into the castle.

Harry was surprised when they entered the great hall. He had expected a line of students much like the original sorting ceremony but instead it was completely empty except for Professor McGonagall who was sitting at a table with a roll of parchment in front of her. She looked up as they entered.

"Oh my, what a crowd," she said as she stood up to greet them.

"Minerva, has there been any changes with any of the students yet," Severus asked. The new headmaster nodded.

"Nothing with your Slytherins yet but two students have had changes. I'll be sending out a list after the resorting to all the teachers and staff," she informed. McGonagall walked over to the stool and sorting hat just like she had at the original sorting ceremony.

"Ms. Granger you first," she called.

Hermione seemed nervous as she walked up to the stool and sat down. McGonagall lowered the hat onto her head and it didn't take long for it to shout, "Gryffindor!"

Hermione smiled as Harry and the Weasleys family clapped for her. She skipped back to them and they got ready for the next persons turn.

"Very good. Now Mr. Malfoy," McGonagall called.

Draco walked up to the hat as confidently as he did the first time. Harry remembered what Lucius had just said about how every first year was nervous at their sorting ceremony but Draco looked perfectly calm. Was he faking it?

"Slytherin!"

Again the hat didn't have to be placed fully on his head to make the decision. Harry, Lucius, and Severus all congratulated him. Next was Ron's turn who tried to look as confident as Draco had but Harry saw his legs shake a little. That hat placed him in Gryffindor once again and he visibly relaxed. Harry smirked and patted him on the back as he walked back over to them.

"Not nervous huh?"

"Oh, shut it Harry," Ron grumbled back half-heartedly.

"Mr. Potter."

Harry felt a twinge of nervousness but didn't let it show. This was the moment of truth. He would finally find out if he truly belonged in Gryffindor or not.

"Good luck," Ginny encouraged nervously.

Harry gave her a quick smile and walked forward. He sat down on the stool and the hat was placed on his head.

"I'm glad for this chance to redeem myself Potter. Let's have an honest sorting this time around," the hat whispered to him. It made a few humming sounds as the hat seemed to contemplate where to place him. "Hmmm. I better put you in….Slytherin!"

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AN: And Slytherin wins by a landslide! I kind of expected that. Some people pointed out after the last chapter that the second year does have some important moments and after thinking it over I have to agree. But I'm still skipping over most of the year. I'm putting my foot down on that! Anyways I hope you enjoyed this chapter. Stay tune for everyone reaction to Harry's change of house!