Aeri and Zen
Chapter 4
Woot another chapter out. Hope you all enjoy. I own nothing besides the imagination of Zen. :)
The last couple days had been eventful, that was for sure. Zen was in the hospital wing, thank goodness she had finally woken up. Her classes were a rang of fun, eh to dull. Besides the incident, transfiguration was interesting. Defense against the dark arts fun, but the teacher was odd.
It wasn't even the stutter, the man seemed to talk to himself and she would also get severe headaches for some reason. Charms was interesting to and to see Seamus blow up everything the tried magic on. Zen would really get a blast out of that. Then there was flying on brooms. Aeri was quick to learn and for the first time in history to make the quidditch team as a first year. Who new how Zen would act to that.
As for potions Professor Snape was a good teacher, but short tempered and quick to get on to a mistake. He seemed to be a bit more standoffish with Aeri but treated her like any other student otherwise. She actually liked the scientific part and kind of felt like cooking when in there. She would have to pay close attention and learn how to use sleeping positions for when back at her uncle's house.
Other then that, aurors and the ministry had people coming in and out all week along with the ministry. They had come by and taken everyone's statements. Even the head department of magical law had come by. She was suppose to again today supposibly. Aeri really liked her and seemed more competent than the others.
Aeri currently was gathering her herbology books and patted Bastion on the head. "Are you sure you have everything you need bastion?"
"Yess mastershs, I am quite happys in this habitats and my littles gardens."
"Good, maybe once I've done some research we can plant a bigger one in the common room." Aeri left the room and found Hermione along with Ron. The girl gave a low sigh. That boy had been down right attached to her these last couple days and the only way to shake him had been the twins pranking him or scarring the preteen off. The boy declared it was to keep her safe and out of the wrong hands. Whatever the crap that meant.
"I swear Aeri where on earth do you go. I can never find your two rooms." The green eyed girl laughed.
"It's a secret Hermione. Any luck with the clue Zen had given. " The bushy haired girl huffed.
"No, do you know how many temples there are, who claim to be spiritual and all that stuff." She gave a small growl as they walked.
"Who cares really. That mumbo jumbo seems too far fetched. Bet she made that stuff up for attention. All loose in the head that one and insane as my brothers or worse." Aeri gritted her teeth and clenched her fist. That was something else Ron had been doing, trying to drive a wedge between the two again."Should we really be associating with her."
"Why not, Ron. She spotted a rat who you and Percy was keeping for years, who in fact was a man. Who knew what he was planning. Yeah she breaks a couple rules, but is smart and keen. Have you gone to even see her once Ron?"
"No, why when she's been out for days. Are you even sure it wasn't a trick of Zen's to begin with?"
"Like a first year could pull a trick like that and some way to show your thanks." Aeri rolled her eyes and walked faster.
"I'm telling you that muggle born is no." Aeri finally had it. She swung around and slapped the boy in the face, before proceeding to walk away. 'How dare he say that about my cousin!' The girl who lived thought
"Aeri wait!" Ron called out, trying to catch up."
"Go away!" She replied quietly while walking in. Suddenly the vine Ron was close to, activated and grabbed his foot. The boy tripped and was dragged him to the other side of the room. Other student laughed as the bell rang and Professor Sprout entered the room.
"Ah, good day class. I see were all in good spirits. That is excellent. Plant resept to emotion."
'That jerk. How could he. Wait cousin.. I have another cousin' Aeri's eyes widened as the thought occurred to her.
"So, how's being back in New York been? Is the headquarters as big as they say. Hows that girl? You two finally kiss and make up." Zen began rattling and poking Dr. Strange's shoulder. The man instantly regretted sitting by the cooped up girl and this was only an hour of being awake. He didn't even know what she would do when they told her she was staying the night at least.
"How did you even know about her?" Stephen turned to the girl who was wearing his cape and gapped. She giggled while crossing her legs.
"Ah come on. You spent hours when you lived at the temple, trying to find the correct way to apologize. Then that same girl patches you up without saying a word to no one. You two are totally in love." He sighed and rubbed his for head.
"Don't you have homework or something?" Zen shrugged.
"Nobody has brought me any yet and I kinda hit my head remember?"
"Kind of, try mangled it and miraculously recovered. Something that is going to have to be looked into by the way. When you jumped off that tree, at first I had thought you had really done it. Your legs and arms were fractured. I could of sworn it. By the time we got back to the temple you only had bruises, cuts and sprains. At the time my mind took it as a fluke. I came here because they couldn't do anything for you.
Master Wong contacted me as a last resort to figure something out and to talk to the officials about some guy trespassing in the school. When I got here you were awake for a moment. You were pretty bruised then and a terrible concussion. Now it's as if nothing happened."Dr. Strange was staring at the girl with curious, but also lines of tiredness and worry. Zen became quiet and settled a bit. "What were you thinking. You're smart, crafty and wild. Way too much for your age."
Zen looked down. "She didn't believe me. Thought I was being a nervous child. But something wasn't right. Professor Mcgonagall only did the spell to humor me. I couldn't let her fight alone."
"Fight? Your what eleven? Is that what being at the monastery all these years has taught you. To go head first into battle?"
"My job is to protect others."
"Your job is to be a kid and learn. Reading a couple books does not give you the power to go against a wizard. He fell on you, by accident. Did you know what he could of done? Do you even know what that guy is responsible of doing?" Her face turned a bit away. "One word here Zen. One word can cause death."
"Who cares. I'm disposable." Zen mumbled while clenching her fist. Dr. Strange stopped lecturing, hearing those words.
"Is that what you really think?" The man looked her over and could tell that was all she really did. Something was going to have to be done.
"Zen you're awake."
"Finally. Thought Fred and Aeri were going to have a heart attack if you were back in a coma again." The two turned to him with glares
"So were you."
"At least i wasn't the one going all cuddly wuddly."
"Oh really. As I recall the only times you two have been five inches away these last few days. Whos all cuddly wuddly now?" Dr. Strange cleared his throat and the three glanced over. Instantly their faces grew a bit red from embarrassment
"Looks like your eager cling ons are here. I'll let you kids be for now. And Zen this conversation isn't over, not by a long shot." The man and cape exited.
"What was that about?" The twins asked as they plopped on the bed. Aeri followed suit.
"Nothing, just one of those your a kid things." Fred patted her back
"Isn't that a.."
"Drag." Zen nodded
"Yeah, but enough about that. Tell me what's been going on."
Forty five minutes later Zen was glaring. It had seemed they were having all the fun. The twins had been pulling pranks. Aeri had decided to go all crazy on a broom and got on the quidditch team. Zen had been looking forward to flying, but then smiled. "Lucky. Honestly I'm quite jealous. I'll be there every game rooting you on."
"Hey us too!?" The twins grew puppy eyes.
"Oh, you guys are on there as well?" They nodded.
"Yeah, were the beaters."
"Well then, duh. I'll be rooting you guys on too.." She then looked back to Aeri.
"So classes are good then?"
"Yeah except History of magic. Fell asleep."
"Ah that class."
"We call it prank planning time." Their faces grew sinister as they rubbed their hands together. Zen just shook her head, before seeing Hermione dragging Ron in.
"So the rumors of you being awake are true. I'm glad. Maybe these three won't be as gloomy now." Hermione went through her bag and pulled out a notebook with a bunch of notes. "So you can get caught up, on what we've been doing. I can help you with the pronunciation with the spells."
"I would like that. Wow, these are very detailed. That was very thoughtful." She then looked to Ron who seemed to be bored already. Hermione bumped him.
"What?"
"Don't you have something to say to her."
"Thanks. Can we go now. Come on Aeri I heard there's a wizard chess tournament. Lots of fun. You and Hermione should come watch. " Aeri frowned.
"No way, I'm leaving Zen here by herself."
"Fine." The boy began walking away. The pink haired girl wondered wondered what was up with him
"Sorry Zen, some are not as polite. " She nodded at Hermione's comment.
"Mom?" The children looked over to see a red headed man and woman standing by Dr. Strang, an unhappy Dumbledore, Mcgonagall and other high end officials.
"Come dears a few more statements need to be made with Moody." Fred messed a bit with Zen's hair, before walking off. Meanwhile Dr. Strange went and sat in a chair by Zen and Aeri.
"Miss Granger and Potter will you go to your common rooms. We need to have a Chat with Miss Howlett." Aeri was about to leave, but Madam Bones held a hand up.
"Granger dear you can go, But I need Miss potter to stay here."
"That is not.."Albus tried to cut in.
"It is not your decision."
"I'm her magical guardian." The two girls looked a bit confused as to what was going on.
"One that has done a terrible job. Your in enough trouble as it is. Now, Is it okay if I call you Zen dear?" She asked while sitting by the both of them and gave a warm smile.
"Yes, Malm."
"Such a polite child. You two may call me Amellia if you would like." She summoned a pot of tea and cups. Madam Bones then handed Zen and Aeri some, before placing the rest on a table for everyone else.
"I am head of the magical law department. We are here to investigate what is really happening around here."
"This doesn't need to be blown up like this. These are children. They don't need to hear or be put through such things." Tried to say in a protective tone.
" When Peter Petigrew A death eater is found near He who must not be named's greatest enemy there is no other choice. One more outburst and I'll have you charged with disrupting an investigation." She sighed and then turned back to the two. "I hear your the one who figured out the rat was a man."
"Yes, Malm."
"How so?" Zen rubbed her neck.
"He smelled, really smelled." The woman couldn't help but snicker. "And acted human like. Professor Mcgonagall can turn into a cat. A thought occurred he might be one."
"I see. Good for acting. You'll make a great auror someday, but next time don't go running into trouble. It be sad to hear you were in here or dead. I am glad your guardian was able to come and chat. He's actually been a great help with figuring out how to handle this situation and even gave Professor Mcgonagall the idea to set up a support group to anyone who need to talk about the incident." At this point Professor Mcgonagall smiled, yet had an apologetic look at Zen. She caught the glance and gave a smile, indicating no grudges were held.
"Now, Miss Harriet. I have been trying to inform all parents or the next Relative. Given the circumstance of who he was and your parents history. I went to your relatives house. What we found was not acceptable." Aeri paled hearing them mentioned. Zen noticed her discomfort and took the girl's hand.
"You ok?"
"We should have this conversation with more privacy. Please leave us." He employees immediately walked out, along with Mcgonigal."
"Albus?"
"No, I am her Guardian and Headmaster."
"I don't want that man near Zen without me present. By just looking at the Potter child something isn't right."
"Understandable. Dear, did you even know Albus placed himself as one of your Guardians." Aeri's eyes went wide.
"No." Amellia frowned and drank a bit. "I see, hmm. We'll come back to that in a moment. I went to your house like I said and was greeted by that horrible rude man. Once he found out I had magic he threatened and told me to get out. He said I was a freak. That was enough concern to warren me to investigate the treatment you received. Do you want to chat alone for this next part."
"I forbid it."
"Your guardianship is suspended. Only reason you are still here is because unfortunately you are still headmaster." Aeri looked to Zen.
"If you need me I'll support you. if you want privacy, I'll cover my ears and turn away. I am here though. Nothing will leave my lips." Then tightened her grip for a second.
"I can't they're right. An Orphanage is way worse. They are the only family I have."
"No, Aeri we are family." Zen stated and held her breath realizing they really were. All of a sudden, a spark enveloped them both and coursed through their bodies. All the adults starred. Dumbledore's had dread written all over it.
"No.."
"What was that?" Dr. Strange immediately began to check over the two along with promfey.
"A protection spell finally coming to pass. Professor Dumbledore you said it went to the Dursleys."
"In order for that to work there would need to be another counter of love." Pomfrey retorted, now growing angry.
"But that girl is not family. That shouldn't of happened. She is but a mere street rat. An orphan, only here due to being born in our district. They are not related." Zen looked down hearing that and tears began to streak. Dr. Strange toyed with a ring and began to advance towards Dumbledore. Amelia stopped him and gave a low growl towards the professor.
"Something has certainly changed about you. For years I have suspected your judgement to gone is clear you are not fit to be a magical guardian, nor to be anywhere near these two. Until a full investigation can be observed you will be suspended of all duties and Mcgonigal will replace you as Headmistress."
"You cant."
"I did, now out before I send you to azkaban." The man frowned, but before he could say another thing, the cape flew at the man, dragged him out and slammed the door. It then flew to Zen and wrapped around her.
"Zen?" Aeri could see the hurt in her eyes. The girl stood and was about to bolt, but Dr. Strange caught her. "No, you need to stay here. That head of yours could still be fragil." The girl struggled for a moment, but then got tired enough for him to place her back on the bed. "It's okay. "
"What's going on with her relative's?" The man asked with an exhausted sigh as he kept hugging Zen.
"Arrested. Evidence is pretty clear of heavy abuse. Depending on what the amount the charge will be either heavy or a year in Azkaban at the least. It's a very sticky situation. Aeri you will not be going back to them. The boy himself was taken to in from what he confessed. Once all the charges are brought up, there will be a trial."
She resembled somebody way too familiar. It wasn't even just the hair. Jaw lines and everything. If he didn't know her as a Potter, she would be the spitting image of Loki. Come to think of it Zen resembled Thor, besides the hair. No they couldn't be. How else would that bond work though if they weren't somehow related.
"Does she have any other family."
"Only a God father who was just released from a prison, after spending years there for a crime he never committed. He is in no shape for that responsibility."
"A connection was formed between these two. We both know this and what can happen if separated. Zen will start living with me during breaks and the summer for tutoring. Aeri will come too."
"Dr. Strange I don't know. Once they find out guardianship has been released from Dumbledore, people will flock. It would be proven in her best interest."
"I live in a mansion, unlimited source of wealth. Did I mention I live in New York. I also understand Miss Harriet's situation and will be protected properly. She'll adequately be trained and be at a place where she wont be used in any way. However Aeri paid tuition, will be taken care of and with Zen. They are also under the protection spell together. I'm not sure about all the laws here yet, but breaking that without consent is illegal I suppose. Especially with a minor. I am not a father nor do I claim I would be a perfect one. I can guarantee she will get the proper care and equal attention."
Madam Bones watched him for any lie and when non could be seen the woman gazed to Zen who clearly trusted him. She then looked to Aeri and the clearly upset girl.
"What would you get out of it?" The man smirked. "I have friends come time to time or I go to them for stuff, but some company will be nice. At least until better option comes up. It's what will they get out of it. Obviously these two have a connection and both hardship of some kind. It would do well to have them as adoptive siblings." Zen perked up as that left his lips.
"What are you saying?" She asked while wiping a tear away. Aeri had a look of surprise too.
"Your actions were reckless the other day and you know of the authority I carry in our practice. I have right to place you elsewhere as punishment or where you would achieve best. My determination is a home when not in school. Not a monastery where there are too many too keep up with. That disposable comment was a deep cut on how you truly feel and a cry for help. You're punishment will be I am signing adoption papers, so no one can ever take you. Even your parents if they ever come forward, unless they have a dam good excuse."
"That's no fair!" Zen snapped out of habit, until he realized what he meant. Suddenly a few more tears let loose."What?"
"Too and I don't give into that tantrum crap." He poked her nose, getting a giggle out of her.
"Aeri is that what you would truly like? To live with Zen and the adoption?"Madam Bones asked Aeri couldn't believe her ears. The Dursleys didn't even done that for her. He seemed legit and Zen would be there.
"Yes, malm." The woman nodded and stood. "Then this must be done quick and out of earshot. We must have every advantage. Hmph." The woman conjured up a set of documents. "For now these a temporary emergency guardian forms. Sign them, that way until Saturday when the banks open, the full adoption can be made. She will fully be yours then." The man immediately signed away after reading everything. "This should do."
"Good then my first act as caregiver is to have a restraining order from Albus Dumbledore. I do not know what the man is up to but something is not right. Second, I want a full medical check up immediately."
"Consider it done, Dr. Strange. Perhaps you can help explain more how muggles determine injuries."
"Of course." Zen's stomach growled.
"Perhaps, after some dinner?" She stood back up, but the doctor caught the back of her shirt.
"Yeah in here. Now sit or lay down. We'll get you some." He led her back onto the bed. The doors bursted back open with the twins and Molly. Then a confused professor Mcgonagall.
"I swear you two are off your rockers. Using our brooms and crashing into each other. What were you thinking."The group looked to see the twins holding their left arms." They were clearly in pain, but had the faces saying worth it. The two doctors rushed over and began to check them over. Zen and Aeri saw strait through them as they snickered. Madam Bones shook her head and looked two the girls.
"I need to have a chat with Professor Mcgonagall. A house elf should pop up with food for every one soon. If either of you need anything. Use the fireplace with this and say my name." She tipped her hat and walked out
"Go ahead with them. I am sure you have more concerns. I know just what to do with these boys. After I'll look over Miss Potter." He nodded and left the room as well."
"As for you two." She grabbed them by the ears and led them to beds." I'll tell you want is wrong with your boys, Mrs. Weasly. Hormones. Makes them do stupid things. Looks like it's over night for you two and the regrowth potion. You too, Miss Potter. I'll need to run scans and so you don't go doing something stupid to hurt yourself as well." Pomfrey huffed while handing the boys the potions.
"You boys are going to be the death of me with our antics."The boys left as she stormed out with a huff.
"Now Miss Potter will you please go sit on the bed by miss Howlett." Aeri turned to Zen.
"I'll be okay. It's not the first time somebody's called me that. Shouldn't have let it affect me. Not the first time or the last. Plus we're gonna live together now. That's exciting." Zen tried to assure her although a hint in her eye said she was still a bit upset.
"Wait what happened?" Fred asked clearly not happy somebody had hurt her.
Headmistress Office
"He said what to that poor girl?" Professor Mcgonagall was not the least bit happy. It appeared Dumbledore had been pulling a wool over their eyes. She couldn't believe the man knew about Harriet's abuse and had lied about it. The woman should of followed her instincts. Then to say that to an orphan child who had enough to handle. Especially to a bright one at that. "I want to say I am surprised, but the last ten years, I have noticed some changes. They are very slight, but worrisome. Not to mention secretive."
"I have noticed it too and the wa he is going around manipulating people when the man visits the Ministry." Madam Bones replied while tapping her chin.
"What will happen to the Potter girl. So many will want to take guardianship for all the wrong reasons."
"I have already taken emergency custody and will be signing adoption papers come Saturday. I will not have that man anywhere near her, nor Zen. She'll stay with me in the summers in New York." Seeing her concern. "She'll be in a good home and will be protected by myself and others who are trained in different skills." The woman sighed and looked over to Fawks who seemed to be struggling.
"What's the matter? Wait is that. Esrever." A glow came from the phoenix and then it joyfully sprung up.
"What just happened?"
"Fawks knew what he has been planning and didn't deem him as a companion anymore. Seems Albus didn't like that and bound him." Fawks chirps and landed onto her shoulders.
"Seems he acknowledges you now. No doubt he has been trying to get to you for a while." Mcgonigal nodded and sat on the desk chair.
"I have no clue what I am going to do. This was a possibility one day to have this position but so soon. Along with my other responsibilities too." The woman needed a drink. "Where to start."
"I say first and foremost security. Many parents more than likely are nervous after that. I assume there are wards to keep that from happening. Find how long since they have been updated and if you'll allow it, I'll add some of my own." Dr. Strange piped in, knowing that kind of situation.
"An intern wouldn't be such a bad idea either. Maybe even one or two extra prefects to help with the housing duties."
"Those are are good ideas and will start tending to them first thing. Will you be staying the night Dr. Strange?"
"Yes, Zen will more then likely be alright, but I want to be sure and Aeri is currently being checked over."
"I would like to have those results too, for records of course. " Amelia, asked while gathering her things and walking to the fire place."
"They'll be sent as fast as we receive them." The Doctor acknowledged while sitting on a chair wanting to talk further. Madam Bones Flued out.
"So, on another note, I've been reading on subjects Miss Howlett has been learning. Yesterday I brought up it up to Albus, because I felt the muggleborns are being hindered by not continuing. They would not be able to get a job in their world and ours are not so tolerant. Many people out there are purist and treat them like crap. It would be good for our world too. He wanted nothing to do with it. Said it would be too much of a curriculum change and would not be worth it. Now I am wondering if protecting muggle borns is his priority."
"Well, new headmistress is a new way to change things. I have an acquaintance that might be able to help and give advice. The man opened a school for mutants and teaches them how to use their powers and tolerance."
"I would be very grateful."
"Maybe go around and see how everyone feels."
"Zen got you started into this?" She nodded. "Then have her help. The girl needs some kind of responsibility or a certain someone tends to cause trouble."
Dumbledore's room
The old coot paced back in forth. How had that man squandered his plans so quickly. Better yet, how did that muggle or what ever find where Hogwarts to begin with? Then manage to contact the right people in the ministry. Who the hell were those two. He grumbled and sucked on a lemon drop. Losing his position so quickly wasn't the worst part. Most would follow him no matter what, due to his spells or slipping potions and bribing. It was losing Harriet Potter affected his plans the most. How was he to succeed in his plans for the 'greater good'. Even more so how had that protection spell transferred to Zen. Neither had relatives related to each other right? The Dursleys were the closest ones.
The superiors would not be pleased if the so called new savior could not be convinced to join. Especially if Dumbledore's credibility went down. He had to get things back under control or devise a new plan that would still take years. "What would happen if they find out about the stone and Quirrell to " A futuristic device began to shake and beep. "Blast it." Albus nervously pressed the button.
"Report" A voice ordered from the other side.
"Slight deviance, but no big issue" He replied, hoping it would be left at that.
"Better be." It clicked and the device stopped running. The man put it back on the desk and growled.
Hospital Wing
The four were sitting in the hospital wing. George was on Aeri's bed and fred sat near Zen. "Can't believe you guys did that." Zen pointed to Fred's arm in the sling. "You could of been really hurt."
"Eh been flying for years. We did this with precision. At least it was enough to get her to cave to let us stay the night. Even if it hurts a bit."
"Yeah and we were going to let Aeri test one of our fake sick candies. Lucky for you They decided to keep you. Why was she doing all those tests though?" George
"And what did that oaf call you? I can see your hiding that emotion." Fred pride as Zen looked down, pretending to skim more class notes.
"That was sweat." Zen replied quietly. In fact both of them did.
"They.. they decided my aunt and uncle weren't fit. Something happened between Zen and I. Now I'm going to live with her." George read between the line and now fully understood why she was so skinny and small. He now knew the true reason Aeri didn't eat so much. He had thrown it to the last stressful couple of days. The truth was out and the boy felt terrible for not picking it up sooner. The teen wrapped her arm around her gently. He could feel the normal flinch, but like always she eased up and let him.
"That's why you flinch." She nodded. "I didn't... I won't ever hurt you. Too adorable. Prank maybe." The boy smirked trying to cheer her up. "We're more of the protecting and clingy type. Got to admit Jealous pots." She smiled hearing him.
"Yeah, hope they're not hot boys at that temple of yours. Or here that try anything" Fred teased Zen. The girl blushed and gazed back up.
"What? Why would that be bad?" He laughed and brought her closer.
"I don't know, cause we're your protectors just like the lady said." Fred replied trying to recover from that last part. She was cute, but two years younger and didn't know if she felt the same way, nore wanted to rush things. "Now spill."
"How could you even tell?" Fred's face lightened.
"The face of no one cares but you gotta suck it up. We're twins of a large family. Practically the middle children."
"Only time we're noticed is when in trouble." George
"We know what it's like not as extreme, but I can tell when somebody said something hurtful." Zen could only see truth and non judgement in his eyes.
"He called me a street rat. He's right. No parents, taken in by sympathy or whatever." Hearing that come from her lips, made him a bit sick and rage burning inside. George felt the same way. The twins glanced at each other. A pact of revenge was made.
"You're not. Don't let the old coot get to you."
"Yeah, Zen and remember we are being adopted, Best part we won't be separated." Zen let one tear slip, before nodding.
"What are you four doing. You boys get to your beds and all of you do your homework and get to sleep." The kids jumps and the twins scrambled over to thiers.
"Do you ever sleep?" The twins shouted out with a laugh. Pomfrey groaned this was not going to be an easy night.
Dining Hall
Morning
sat at the head table with the rest of the teachers. Besides the old coot all of the others seemed to be at least civilized with him. Even Snape who he heard could be a snob sometimes. The man could of sworn the man even gave off curious glances at time or was it a bit thrilled. Honestly the man couldn't tell. He began to eat and once again opened the file of his new charge's medical file. It made his blood boil even looking at the top.
The child endured so much abuse the last ten years. It was a miracle the girl could sit with her friends at the table. Stange glanced at her with thought and could tell she wasn't eating. Or at least not enough. Zen was probably trying to make her, but knew she wouldn't press when some many of her peers were around. Stephen sighed, before looking back at the sheet Bones had been broken and not cared for. They didn't heal right. Something would have to be done eventually.
Aeri while skinny and short was not in the best shape either. He had a feeling Zen would help in that department. No doubt the tight knit bunch had caught on to what the girl could do and Zen claimed them as trainees. Speaking of which he would have to ask how she got that tiger tattoo that could move. The man shook his head and continued to think the best way to get Aeri healthy. Strange saw Snape pass by and a thought occurred. He swiftly got up and followed.
"Excuse me, Professor Snape might I borrow a moment or two of your time in private."
"I have class to prepare for and grade half ass papers." Strange gave an understanding nod.
"It won't take long and wouldn't press, if it were not so important. It's about the Potter girl."
"If she has done something then it needs to be taken to her head of house."
"No, not that. I have heard you're the most promising potions master in ages. Promfey is doing her best, but would like to get your opinions on what type of potions could help." They reached the dungeons.
"Potions for what?" Dr. Strange handed him the file. Snape began reading and the look of mixed feelings appeared on the man's face. If it was even possible the man's face whitened further, before opening the door for the doctor to come in. Once both inside the man casted many spells on the door.
"This is indeed Promfeys handwriting. Is this really true? If so why are you the one bringing this to me?"
"I checked the girl over myself. It is quite horrifying and I have done many surgeries in my life. As why me, because the X headmaster knew what was happening and failed to do anything. I am her new guardian and will be adopting her." Snape looked back and forth between the document and him, before sighing.
"When hearing Harriet was coming this year. I prepared to ridicule and damper the girl at any chance. I thought she was going to be a spoiled brat, just like her father. All these years I detested all of the special treatment she would receive. The old man even encouraged by telling me stories of what they did for her. Turns out they were all lies."
"You hated her father and planned to take it out on her?"
"Yes. I would rather not talk about why. Now though, especially with the way she acts. The girl reminds me of Lilly more and more. I intended to think she just wasn't there. The file changes thing, but I do not know how."
"Her being in your class is that going to be a problem, cause I swear, I am almost to the point where they certainly might be changinging schools next semester."
"No… She will not. In fact the girl is exceptional when it comes to brewing. I will make some nutrition potions that will speed up her healing process. It works best knowing ancestry."
"Your hiding something that is bothersome to you."
"Everyone says She look like Potter. I do not see it."
"I wouldn't know, but both those girls remind me of a few friends of mine."
"She reminds me of Lilly's friend who came about a year before us. Straight hair, the deep green eyes. I trust you won't bring this up to anyone else."
"Of course not. Just theorization anyways. Whats funny I was going to say the same thing about her. I don't think Loki would really try to pull schoolboy off though." Snape's eyes shot up. "Of course he once did turn himself into a woman." He added seeing the man perk up. "No" The two starred wondering.
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