A/N:
Here's chapter 5.
Disclaimer: I own nothing but my imagination.
A few minutes later, Ragnok entered the room. "If you'll follow me," he said, "we can get started on the other reasons for your visit today."
Nodding, Sable helped Harry up from the bed. "Oh. It seems you've grown several inches."
Harry nodded his head, too busy trying to reorient himself so as not to fall over, to answer properly.
Chuckling, Sable asked Harry, "Would you like me to carry you?"
Harry looked up at Sable shyly, "Yes please, dad."
Smiling softly, Sable picked Harry up and turned to Ragnok, "Sorry for making you wait. We're ready now."
And so, the three wizards and one witch followed Ragnok through the maze of corridors back to Ragnok's office. Sitting in the same seats as earlier, the group waited for Ragnok to start speaking.
After a short, hushed conversation in gobbledygook with his companions, Sharpclaw and Gornuk, Ragnok spoke again. "To make the blood adoption official and to name godparents for the child, we need you to sign these papers and fill out the appropriate boxes."
Sable, Lucius, and Narcissa spent the next half an hour reading over and signing the documents laid out in front of them.
When they finally finished, Ragnok spoke, "All that's left is to find out the child's new name. So, on to the inheritance test, yes?" Getting nods in return, Ragnok brought out a piece of parchment and another silver knife identical to the one Sable used earlier. "This parchment is soaked in a potion that, when blood is added, will tell you your inheritances." Handing the knife and parchment to Harry, he said, "Just prick your finger and put three drops of blood onto the parchment."
Nodding, Harry did as told. He remembered what Sable had told him earlier about how his name would change to reflect his new parentage. He wanted to be further connected to his new fathers. Harry hoped that the name reflected his status as the son of two Lords. Pricking his thumb and squeezing out three drops of blood onto the parchment, Harry waited.
Hadrian Aries Dunmar-Slytherin
Birth name: Harry James Potter
Biological Father: James Charlus Potter
Biological Mother: Lily Elizabeth Potter nee Evans
Parents through blood adoption:
Sable Altair Dunmar
Marvolo Vasilios Slytherin (compromised)
Godparents through blood ritual:
Sirius Orion Black (imprisoned)
Godparents:
Alice Marie Longbottom (incapacitated)
Lucius Abraxas Malfoy
Narcissa Cassiopeia Malfoy nee Black
Titles:
Lordship of the Most Ancient and Noble House of Potter (to be gained upon turning 13 as last of line)
Lordship of the Most Ancient and Noble House of Black (named heir of Sirius Orion Black, to be gained upon emancipation—coming of age or otherwise)
Lordship of the Most Ancient and Noble House of Dunmar (heir through blood adoption, to be gained upon death of current Lord or transfer of Headship from current Lord
Lordship of the Most Ancient and Noble House of Slytherin (heir through blood adoption, to be gained upon death of current Lord or transfer of Headship from current Lord)
Vaults:
Vault 687 — trust vault, 500,000 galleons
Vault 495 — Potter main vault (access gained upon granting of Potter Lordship), 679,856,500 galleons, magical artifacts, books
Vault 701 — Black main vault (access gained upon granting of Black Lordship), 985,546,398 galleons, magical artifacts, books
Vault 96 — Dunmar main vault (access gained upon granting of Dunmar Lordship), 2,596,487,732 galleons, magical artifacts, books
Vault 2 — Slytherin main vault (access gained upon granting of Slytherin Lordship), 70,857,635,149 galleons, magical artifacts, books
Properties:
Potter Manor — unplottable
Potter Cottage — Godric's Hollow
Black Manor — unplottable
Number 12 Grimmauld Place — London
Dunmar Manor — unplottable
Dunmar Villa — Bari, Italy
Slytherin Manor — unplottable
Slytherin Villa — Moscow, Russia
1/4 of Hogwarts (from Slytherin Lordship)
Businesses:
Ollivanders — 60% ownership
Madam Malkin's — 75% ownership
Twilfitt and Tattings — 95% ownership
Flourish and Blotts — 90% ownership
Eeyelops Owl Emporium — 55% ownership
The Leaky Cauldron — 85% ownership
Magical abilities:
Parseltongue
Wandless magic
Natural animagus
To say Harry—no, Hadrian, was surprised would be an understatement. He never expected to be heir to so many Lordships. Handing the parchment to Sable to read, Hadrian thought on his new name. Hadrian Aries Dunmar-Slytherin. He thought it certainly fit his station much better. Hadrian. Hadrian Aries. It rolled off his tongue nicely.
Hadrian looked over when he heard a sharp intake of breath and a softly spoken, "Sirius."
Curious, Hadrian looked to Sable only to see a pained expression on his face. He watched as Sable handed the parchment to Lucius who read it together with Narcissa. Both Malfoys gasped softly and looked to Sable who nodded his head.
Hadrian wondered what they were so upset about. So, he asked, "What's wrong?" He was terribly concerned as Narcissa looked like she was about to cry.
Sable regarded his new son, Hadrian, for a few moments before he came to a decision. Sighing, he spoke, "You saw that on the inheritance test a man named Sirius Black was named as your godfather through a blood ritual, yes?" Getting a nod in return, Sable continued, "Sirius was—is—a good friend of ours and Narcissa's cousin. He was, we've always believed, falsely imprisoned for betraying your parents to 'Lord Voldemort', the Dark Lord. However, we've never had any proof until now. You see, the fact that Sirius was made your godfather through a blood ritual means that it would be physically impossible for him to take part in hurting you in anyway. Which means, that he couldn't have betrayed your location to anyone that meant you harm. Magic herself would have stopped it from happening as the ritual that was used to bind him to you as your godfather was Olde Magick. And an Olde blood ritual, at that." Seeing Harry's questioning look, Sable said, "He's been imprisoned in Azkaban, in the maximum-security wing, for nearly five years now."
Sable had told Hadrian about Azkaban earlier. He was horrified to learn that an innocent man had been placed there for almost five years. Especially, as Sirius was placed in the maximum-security wing. Just the thought of how he must have suffered made Hadrian sick to his stomach.
Holding back tears, Hadrian asked, "Dad, is there any way we can help him?"
"There is actually. We need to bring this to Madam Bones' attention. She's the head of the DMLE. The Department of Magical Law Enforcement. And she's notorious for being fair. She'll help us free Sirius. We'll head over to see her later today, Alright?" Sable said.
Nodding his head enthusiastically, Hadrian replied, "Alright."
Clearing his throat, Ragnok asked, "Is there anything else we can help you with today?"
Thinking for a minute, Sable replied, "Yes actually. Can you have Hadrian issued a card connected to his trust vault?"
"It will be done," Ragnok replied. "Anything else?"
"Hm. No, I don't believe so. Lucius?" Sable asked.
Lucius shook his head negatively. "No, I believe we've covered everything."
"Right then. That will be all. Thank you Ragnok, Gornuk, Sharpclaw.
Nodding, Ragnok replied, "If you'll just fill out Heir Potter-Dunmar-Slytherin-Black's new name, here," Ragnok pointed to a box at the top of the parchment, "the blood adoption and naming of godparents will be finalized." Clicking his fingers, a golden card appeared in his hand. Handing the card and a small silver pin to Hadrian, Ragnok said, "Just two drops of blood onto the card," and pushing a piece of parchment and quill in front of Hadrian, said, "and sign here. The cost for the card is 30 galleons. It will be taken out of your trust vault."
Nodding, Hadrian pricked his finger with the pin and squeezed two drops of blood onto the card. Then, he signed his name as neat as possible where indicated. The card flashed white after the second drop of blood landed on its surface.
Having finished their business with Gringotts, the four people stood, thanked the goblins, and were escorted back to the front of the building.
"Now then," Sable spoke, "let's go shopping for Hadrian, yes?" Getting nods in return, Sable continued, "Clothes first, I'd say. Then to the bookshop. And maybe, the pet shop last?"
Hadrian nodded enthusiastically. He really wanted to go to the bookstore. All those books to read! And the pet shop, he was never allowed a pet before. He'd always wanted one though. Maybe a snake, they'd always been his favorite animals. They make such good conversationalists, too.
Heading down the alley, the group of four made their way to Twilfitt and Tattings, the clothing shop. Upon their entrance into the shop, they were immediately greeted by one of the owners.
"Hello, what can I do for you today?" she asked.
"My son needs a full wardrobe in greens, blacks, reds, silvers, and blues. Made with your finest materials." Sable replied.
Nodding, the owner looked to Hadrian and said, "If you'll step up on the pedestal, I'll take your measurements."
Looking to Sable, Hadrian asked shyly, "Are you sure I need so many expensive clothes?"
Sable smiled softly, and said, "Of course, little snake. I won't have you wearing the old rags you're used to. You're a Dunmar-Slytherin now. You'll need to dress like it."
Hadrian tilted his head confused, "Little snake?"
"Yup. You're the Slytherin heir which makes you my little snake," Sable replied.
"Oh." Hadrian ducked his head with a small smile on his face.
Sable laughed, "Now then, let's not make the lady wait any longer. Up you go." Saying so, Sable directed Hadrian over and onto the pedestal.
After he was done being measured, Hadrian stepped back over to his father's side. "I'm done, dad."
Sable dragged a hand through Hadrian's silky hair. "Right then." Turning to the owner of the shop, Sable spoke with her for a few moments about the cost and the time it would take to have everything finished.
"If you'll come back in an hour, everything should be ready. Altogether, the total will be 540 galleons."
"All right," Sable replied. "Here." Sable handed the woman his card.
After he finished paying, the group of four left the shop. "Onto Flourish and Blotts."
Walking a little way back up the street, the group came to the bookshop.
Going inside, Hadrian became extremely excited. He wanted to buy every book he could get his hands on. After looking around for about half an hour, Hadrian had collected books on many different subjects. The ones he was most interested in were the books on the history of the wizarding world. He also got books on pureblood etiquette. Sable, Lucius, and Narcissa had promised to teach him everything he'd need to know about etiquette and the wizarding world.
After Sable paid for the books, the group decided to go by the pet store. Walking inside, Hadrian was overwhelmed by the number of animals. There were owls of every size, shape, and color. Cats and even toads.
Hadrian was drawn towards the back of the store where a small glass case held the most beautiful snake he had ever seen. It was deep obsidian with specks of emerald along the length of its body and green eyes matching Hadrian's own. It was only about a foot long and quarter of an inch thick.
Looking up as Hadrian approached, the snake hissed in a decidedly female voice, "Another ssstupid human. Disssturbing my nap."
"I'm sssorry beautiful. I didn't mean to disssturb you," Hadrian hissed back.
The snake perked up, "A Ssspeaker? It'sss an honor to meet you."
Chuckling, Hadrian said, "The honor isss mine. Do you have a name?"
"No."
"Hm. Would you mind if I named you?" Hadrian asked.
The snake bobbed her head, "I would be honored to be named by a Ssspeaker."
Thinking for a moment, Hadrian said, "What about Kallisto, meaning 'most beautiful'?
"Yes, Kallisto will do nicely. Thank you Ssspeaker," the snake hissed.
"You're welcome." Hadrian looked around and spotted Sable a few feet away watching him converse with Kallisto. Beckoning his father over to him, and gesturing to Kallisto, Hadrian asked, "Dad, could I bring Kallisto home?"
Looking thoughtful for a moment, Sable then nodded his head. "Of course. Have you always been able to speak with snakes?"
Thinking about it for a moment, Hadrian then replied, "For as long as I can remember, yes." Turning back to Kallisto, Hadrian said, "Kallisto, thisss isss my father, Sable. He sssaid I could take you home with usss if you would like."
Bobbing her head, Kallisto hissed, "Yesss, I would like that Ssspeaker. What is your name*"
"Hadrian." he hissed back. Reaching into the tank, Hadrian let Kallisto coil around his arm before turning back to his father.
"Alright," Sable said. "I'll go get supplies for her from the shopkeeper."
While Sable was gone, Hadrian asked Kallisto, "I forgot to asssk, what kind of sssnake are you?"
"A Twilight Viper," she responded.
"I've never heard of that ssspecies before," Hadrian said.
"That'sss becaussse we are rare. Don't worry, I can tell you all about me." Kallisto hissed.
When Sable got back after paying for the snake with Narcissa and Lucius in tow, it was to find his son and Kallisto hissing in laughter. Smiling, he approached the pair and asked, "Are we ready to go? Your clothes should be ready by now."
Turning to his father, Hadrian nodded his head and joined the three adults as they made their way back to Twilfitt and Tattings to pick up his new clothes. After the clothes were bagged and shrunk down to fit in their pockets and Hadrian had changed into a silver shirt that flowed like water with black slacks and a black cloak with silver fastenings, Sable looked the group over and nodded his head.
"Alright. I believe it's time to head to the ministry to see Madam Bones." He spoke.
Agreeing, the group of four headed back to The Leaky Cauldron to floo to the ministry.