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Dining Hall
Friday Night
Everyone were sitting at their respective tables and were currently eating. Of course the inseparable four were all hunched together. Hermione and Ron to Aeri's annoyance had joined them. Hermione was fine, but it was Ron who had been getting on her nerves more and more.
"So, Zen how has jumping into classes been? Were my notes helpful?" Hermione asked, before taking a sip of the butterbeer.
"Good, although it's pretty much been classes without much magic. Except for Charms. Wow the Seamus kid is a straight pyro." All but Ron laughed at that one." Zen rubbed her forehead lightly, making Fred a bit concerned. He her a small nudge. "I'm ok, just been feeling weird." Aeri nodded to that.
"Maybe we should take you back to Madam Pomfrey." Zen shot him the death glare.
"No, I spent four days in that hell hole. Not another moment. I'm fine just feeling weird, like my body and senses are changing."
"Same with me a bit or at least trying to. Ever since that bond happened." Aeiri commented. "Is that normal?" She asked George who shook his head.
"Not sure"
"Bond, what bond?" Hermione with a curious look between the two.
"Not exactly sure, but I guess were related." Zen answered leaving out the possible Agardian part. It wasn't that she didn't trust Hermione, in fact she planned on bringing her further into the group if she passed certain tests. It was the others around and a certain Ron.
"They are theorising it was a protection spell that was casted on me by my mother." George wrapped his arm around her and gave a slight hug. Instantly Ron gave a frown seeing that. He couldn't understand why she hung around her brothers and that Zen girl. Dumbledore was right. She was a bad influence.
"That's nonsense. How on Earth are you two related? She fill that in your head too? Professor Dumbledore said you only have an aunt, uncle and a cousin who is a boy. Zen is from Tibet. Bet your parents wore those silly hippy muggle clothes and what left you at a 'mystical' temple to become that next Buddha guy. Must be with the stories that you go around claiming."
The group grew quiet, seeing the sudden change in Zens face. It was one of promising a cruel long death to its next victim. Under the table and unnoticeable to everyone, including Zen three crystal claws began to seep out. To her the pain just clenching her fist too tight. Everyone but Fred who also starred daggers at his brother gave a bit of space not wanting any part of that wrath to come.
"I never said I was left or an orphan to you.." Oblivious to the insult or what could come, the boy smirked.
"Professor Dumbledore said it's why you spread lies and pull ridiculous wools over everyone's eyes. How can you guys go along with this bloody filth to even her own kind." Hermione gasped hearing that come from Ron's mouth. That had done it. Zen could be the cutest and sweetest girl, but temper was a major flaw of hers to those who insulted her or others. The girl stood and was about to bolt straight over the table at him, until Fred held an arm across her and pointed his wand at Ron to where only the group could see. The boy finally paled at last.
" Slugulus eructo." The spell smacked Ron dead on. His eyes widened and brought his hand to his mouth, before bolting out. Or at least tried to make it. He hurled slugs by the door, just as Snape entered the room. Slugs landed on the man's shoe and pants. Ron recognized the shoes and became horrified. They stared for a moment.
"Detention for a month Mr. Weasley." The boy nodded and ran off. Snape walked back out looking furious.
The rest of the group Starred, before the twins began laughing at the prank. Zen wanted to be angry, she really did, but the scene was too funny and sat back laughing as well. She had to bring up her hand to muffle the sound. Luckily the claws were already gone. Blood was not though.
"Zen, what happened to your hands?" Hermione asked worriedly. The other glanced over and Fred quickly took one to look over. He grabbed a cloth and held it down. George switched spots with Aeri and took the other. They wiped the blood away and what they saw, confused them. There were slight cuts between her small knuckles for a moment, before quickly healing.
"No way." They commented and glanced at the girl who was just as confused. She brought her hands back to her stomach. She closed her eyes and really wanted to run out of the room. That's when Professor Mcgonagall stood and clank a glass drawing everyone's attention.
"May I have your attention please." Everyone quieted after a few seconds. "As you are all aware there have been many odd things happening around the castle these last few days. Such as why I am sitting here. No doubt why the ministry has been coming and going.
I will not lie. A death eater disguised himself as an animagus and was caught. There is no need for alarm or fear. We have evaluated the wards and are bringing them back to full strength. " Whispers came about the hall not doubt more rumors spread and questions spread.
"Now for why I am the one standing here instead of Professor Dumbledore. There have been implications and until an investigation can be done, I will be filling in as the Head Mistress. Know that changes will be coming. Many in fact, so be aware. I will be also looking for a few interns and prefects for future credit towards careers. Any sixth or seventh year with decent grades may apply. For those who are younger need not fret. These past few days have made me realize how broken our school society truly is. Us as staff will improve but you must as well. Therefore anyone interested may join a new student committee may join as long as they are civil to everyone. For those who wish to join may sign up when the papers are posted. Those who are active will receive council credit. I encourage all to join. These are your years after all."
Gringotts
Saturday
Zen, Aeri, Dr. Strange and Madam Bones all flued into the prestigious bank. As normal it was busy, but not like the summer time. Dr. Strange couldn't believe his eyes Goblins were real. They hadn't been pulling one on him. He had assumed Madam Bones had been going along with the girls but for once Zen was not pulling a prank on him." Zen cleared her throat, nugged him and held her hand out expectantly. He growled and handed the girl twenty bucks. She smirked, before giving a small kakle.
Madam bones snickered, before leading them to a counter. "May I help you?"
"We have a meeting with Griphook, about guardian and adoption exchange." The Goblin looked up and stared at the four, before dinging a bell. Instantly another Goblin ran up.
"Take these four to Griphook immediately. It is of high importance." The four knew about the meeting, but were curious as to why he had urgency in his voice. The goblin nodded and lead the three were amazed at how spectacular the building was. Zen was talking excitingly to Aeri as Dr. Strange had to constantly had to get the two away from paintings or statues while in aw as well. Madam bones simply laughed as they continued walking. She could tell they were fit for each other over the last couple days.
A few moments later they entered a spacious office with another Goblin in the room. "I present to you Madam Bones, Dr Strange, Harriet Potter and Zen Howlett."
"Yes, yes. Please, take a seat. Time is money and there is a lot to go over." The four sat as asked. "Good, morning. Please take some tea." Madam Bones raised an eyebrow. Normally Goblins were not so hopital and gratefully took it and nodded for the other three to do the same.
"Thank you Mr. Griphook." Aeri took the one that was handed to her, earning a surprised look and a smile.
"Not everyday we get o be in company of polite ones. Glad you have finally have some time to go over things. We, have been trying to get an appointment with you for years now." Their faces grew confused. "Has professor Dumbledore not told you or your guardians?"
"No, sir" The Goblin grumbled and sat back a bit.
"The man has not been honest with many things. He, is why we are here, since his guardianship has been revoked Dr Strange will be taking over it and in fact adopting both of them. I figured it be wise to do everything here, since you are well known to get things done exceptionally fast and most things within the day." Griphook placed his hands on the desk and gave a thoughtful sigh.
"Luckily I, went ahead and cancelled all appointments today when I heard Misses Harriet was coming. Also I am glad the revocation of his Guardianship reached before he came earlier." The two adults grew serious as the two younger ones were still bit confused. "He tried to have whatever vault he could of Miss Potter's shut down and transferred. Claimed It was an emergency. Had the block not come through there would be nothing that could be done." Madam Bones gasped and look of anger formed on her face. "He had to be escorted out after told many times Miss Potter would have to come herself due to what was happening."
"If he tried this, then I assume this is not the first time the vaults have been tampered with."
"You, are correct Dr. Strange. Before we can continue I will need blood samples from each of you to prove you are who you all claim to be and for Adoption claims." Madam bones was the first to do it.
"What will this exactly do?"
"It will state your name and family line you have. Since You wish to adopt these two for a small fee a copy may be made."
"Please, make it so and I realize this will take time, But I wish for her accounts and inheritance be drawn." Griphook nodded.
"I am assuming you wish for the will to be unsealed. That will require government approval."
"Fortunately I am right here." Madam bones spoke up as Dr. Strange pricked his finger with a grimace. Aeri and Zen followed suit. "But why would it need to be unsealed."
"Professor Dumbledore?"
"Who else?" She tisked and wrote down something in a file. Immediately Dr. Strange and madam Bones came up since there was a simple proving of who they were. Zen's and Aeri's came up on separate papers. Suddenly the lists began to grow and the documents changed to very formal parchments. Silver with black linings decorated it with norse symbols. Madam Bones and Griphook froze.
"Mr. Griphook. I have witnessed a few inheritance tests. None has ever appeared like that. Now two?"
"Neat trick." Dr, Strange commented, trying to get a closer look. Griphook was quicker and glanced over them." As Aeri and Zen grew a bit nervous.
"You wouldn't have madam Bones. The last case of this has been before your lifetime. I at the time myself was but a young apprentice.. Is it your intent to share these information with your charges no matter what?" Dr, Strange looked to the two
"Who am I not to let them know where they come from."
"We think we already know any ways." Zen spoke up with a nervous shrug. Aeri nodded in confirmation.
"Yes, the castle would let you know, wouldn't it?"
"We weren't sure if it had made a mistake." Aeri piped in shyly, making Dr Strange gaze to them again and kept Madam Bones curious. Griphook poofed in a few forms."
"These are disclosure forms and immediate adoption forms. By signing these You agree to no matter what always take the best interest of them to heart. Those who do not need to know will not be told of who their parents of family are without express permission of the heirs. You will hereby agree to protect even if it means your life. If the parent is ever found they must be notified." Griphook grimaced.
"I've never seen these forms come out either before the results are given."
"I'm Asgardian aren't I?" Aeri asked making them look to her, with stunned faces.
"Me to?" The goblin nodded, since it was her who asked.
"Yes, your majesties."
"Majaties?" Madam Bones questioned as Strange sighed and felt a vein throb on his temple. Without question He took the papers, skimmed it over, signed and gave them to Madam bones to witness and sign the disclosure part.
"Had wondered how long it would take to run into spawns of theirs." Griphook placed the papers for them all to see.
Zen Howllet
Heir to Throne of Asgard
Apprentice of Mystical Arts
Heir to the first Vault
Mother: Angela Odindottir (Coma, Asgardian)
Father:James Howlett (Alive, lost memory, Mutant Muggle)
Adoption Father:Stephan Strange
Grandfather:Odin(alive, Asgardian)
Grandmother:Frigga Odinson (Alive, Asgardian)
Uncle: Thor Odinson
Uncle: Loki Odinson (Asgardian adoption)
Uncle: James Potter (Magical Adoption, Deceased)
Aunt:Lilly Evans (Deceased)
Cousin:Harriet Potter
The list went further on.
Harriet Evans-Odinson-Potter
Princess of Asgard
Holder of two Seat on magical council
Heir to the First Vault
MotherLilly Evan's (MuggleBorn, Deceased)
Father: Loki Odinson (Alive, Asgardian
Adoption Fatherby MagicJames Potter (deceased)
Adoption Father by Muggle (Stephen Strange)
Grandfather: Odin
Grandmother: Frigga Odinson
Aunt: Angela Odindottar (Coma)
Aunt Petunia Dursley(Arrested, waiting trial)
Uncle:Thor Odinson (Alive)
Uncle:Vernon Dursley (Arrested, waiting trial)
Uncle: James Howlett (Memory loss)
Cousin:Zenna Howlett
Cousin Dudley Dursley
Everyone was quiet and taking a moment to think, The girls were taking it in further, seeing it finally on paper and honestly wondered what it meant for them in the future. Strange was getting a further headache. He had heard of Angela briefly, but never met her. The father would be a bit rougher to find, but maybe could enlist the help of Xavier this Christmas or summer. As for Aeri. She was no doubt the spawn of Loki. It would be the matter of getting a hold of them. That situation would have to be taken a bit delucutly.
As for Madam Bones to say the least became more nervous by the second. A royal had been mistreated not just by the muggle world, but her own as well. The other had been insulted and ousted by at least one wizard. A possible heir at that. This was not good. Forgotten treaties had been broken and when the Asgards found out. War or high Demands could be made. This could turn bad.
Doctor Strange looked to the girls and gave a small smirk. "Knew you two were going to be trouble." They slowly paled a bit. "But it does not change a thing. Still coming with me on Christmas, training and no matter what will be in a good home. Nothing changes between us. Who you are does not change our relationship or how I view you." Zen smiled and pounced on the man. Aeri even drew in for a hug. Madam bones smiled, even Griphook couldn't hide his.
"Glad that part is settled, but there is the matter of inheritances, seats of house excetera. How ever it will take time to draw everything up. I suggest you four take a break. Perhaps take a lunch break and tour the many shops. This will let you know when we are ready to have you four back." He handed them bracelets. "It will also activate also what muggles call a debit card. Every thing Miss Harriet is able to take from at the moment, will transfer to it when paying. Same with Miss Howlett," Zenna laughed.
"Like I have anything but this twenty dollar bet." She proudly wave it around, making Dr, Strange roll his eyes.
"Incorrect the both of you are Heirs to Vault one. The Asgard vault." Zen stopped and looked back.
"How much is that?" Madam Bones and Griphook looked to her.
"Enough, to buy several countries and live a very lavish life, not to mention whatever else was left for you and companies." The Goblin said in a term the kids would understand.
"Oh" She replied quietly, honestly not knowing what to think, Meanwhile Dr, Strange's vein got bigger.
"That does not mean humongous shopping spree. I know how girls can get." Zen turned back to him. "Wasn't going to, but now I can definitely get more than candy for my friends. And Aeri new outfits. New brooms for the quidditch team!" Zen replied happily, making Him look back at her confused.
"Is that what you were going to use that twenty for on others?" Zen nodded happily. "What about you?" She looked at him, somewhat confused.
"I have things. My clothes are fine."
"Minus a couple years and that growth spurt you took the last." Zen grew embarrassed a bit.
"I.. I can make some."
"You have fabric?"
"N..no"
"That gi you wear is getting tight on you too. Books muggle and magic?" She shrugged again.
"I have the ones you gave me for muggle curriculum and used ones for magic classes. All I need any ways." He sighed and patted the girls head.
"Tell you what anything you two need. I will buy. You may buy presents for your friends. I would buy them, but a present means more when it's bought from the heart." Zen smiled up at him.
"If you have a credit card and sign this form, I can do the same for your bracelet, Dr. Strange."
After eating the four began wondering down the street. "So, Madm Bones no doubt these two are going to buy things and If they get a hold of the broom shop that team will no doubt have new brooms." He looked at Zen at that point before looking back to Bones.
"Plus a few more." He nodded.
"She might not be on the team, but since her friends are on it. That girl will throw in complete support. Question is how to carry everything?" Madam Bones smiled and lead them to Globus Mondi. Instantly the girls ran to messenger bags to find they had almost neverending storage room. As they looked at those, Madam bones lead him to some suitcases.
"How is that suppose to hold things?" She smiled, opened one up and walked inside with a salesman. With a shocked face, the man followed. It was a big as a small cottage.
"Whoah. It's like a house." She laughed as he looked around. A moment later the girls ran down with multiple bags in hand.
"Neat!" Zen yelled excitedly as Aerie nodded.
"How much do these run?" Dr. Strange asked.
"This is a medium size one. I'm willing to part with it for 2 galleons."
"Quite a discount, but I think we were just looking for a closet sized one." Madam Bones pointed out.
"No, this is great." Dr. Strange pointed out. "Well for me, but I would like to see two smaller sized ones for the girls to store things."
"But I'm good with this bag. It's enough to carry school items."
"Same here." Aeri replied as well. The man shook his head.
"But you will need room for your new books I will send you weekly that I expect to be read. Professor Snape said You have a knack for Potions Aerri. I expect you to keep it up and practice on non lethal potions. So storage is needed. Same for you Zen. I am sure you two will find other uses for them." Aerri stared at the man.
"Did you just say you care about my studies. I can do good in school and not get in trouble?" He looked to the girl and nodded as he got to her level.
"Why would you even?" He could tell that had been a problem with her other relatives. "Not just a want, but I expect you to do your best. If you get a higher grade then Zen it's okay. Same with Zen. As long as you did your best. Anything you are interested, I will support. Understand?" Aeri nodded and had to fight back the tear."Good" They wound up with three suitcases and seven messenger bags one for each of them and their friends.
They next went to Flourish and Bolts shop where Dr. Strange bought them textbooks for the advance, ingredient usage, Potion and explanations. Basic spells and their useful usages. He caught Aeri looking at quidditch books and got her a few, even when she said she didn't need them. "That is what adoptive fathers are supposed to do. You made a team and will be rewarded." Again the girl had to fight tears and nodded, not knowing what to and Aeri bought the twins a few prank book and a few quidditch ones as well.
"What is it with you two and those twins?" Dr. Strange inquisitively asked. They both blushed
"They have been really good friends." Aeri replied shyly.
"And defended me when some nasty rumors spread." Zen added and looked up.
"I see." and then kept looking. The adults never saw the many books being bought on animagus, runes and other things an eleven year old should not be into. They at that part were into doting on Aeri and the subjects she liked. Not that Zen minded. The girl needed that encouragement. "Ah there you are Zen." Dr. Strange walked over to where she was looking at magical creature books. She looked up from a very bulky one. "Grab it and let's continue on. Don't say you don't need it. Like I said to Aeri I encourage learning. I know your passion for animals. " She smiled, grabbed the book along with one called Fantastic Beast and where to find them and brought it to the pile of the ones would pay for. He also bought both journals and big agendas.
They next traveled to the potions shop where they all got new potion kits, stuff to practice with. Of course the girls got the boys ones too, knowing they would like it. They then went to the broom shop. The owner couldn't believe the amount of brooms and cleaning kits were bought. A whole team plus one 'Zen'. Normally It wasn't allowed for a first year, but Madam Bones stated she would write an exception letter. For a reward of catching a fugitive. Zen promised to practice.
The hardest was getting the girls to agree on getting outfits and even for Zen to stand still. Dr. Strange was not amused at the least, but Madam bones helped. He didn't understand why it was so difficult to let him buy muggle or magical outfits, until he heard what Aeri had gone through and Zen just down right insisted she didn't need it. "You are coming to live in a city. When you go out, you will need them. She can even make you new gi's to work out in and your asian clothing to wear. Now stand still please so we can go." Zen finally obeyed and finally left a bit later.
The last place they hit was the pet shop. Aeri needed more pet supplies and Zen looked around. Adoring them all. Then she found the perfect one. A small green Bowtruckle. It instantly took to her. "I'm gonna call you Boon." She then found a small brown Owl and named it Li. Before Dr. Strange could say a thing they were paid for. "At least they're small!" He merely sighed as their bracelets glowed.
The four trailed back into the office and sat back where they were sitting before. The Bowtruckle yawned and crawled up on Zen's shoulder, before falling asleep. "Hope you managed to not grow bored. It took longer than expected. In fact some things will have to be come back for on another date. I apologize in advance. That is not the answer what you all were hoping for."
"It just means you are thorough." Dr. Strange replied with a nod, making the goblin show some relief.
"Thank you." grip hook cleared his throat and slid a few files there way.
"What are these." Griphook sighed.
"Two of those are their inheritances. One of them are what has been taken out the past ten years and by who. The last two are magical scan that would not of been caught by anyone else. I apologize, but it was important to investigate. Both have been dampered in their magical core in someway. Miss's Harriet's extends since a year old. Miss Zenna since the day of reached the magical world." The lot paled with the adults directly grew to assuming a certain somebody who still was in the castle.
"Who was the one that picked you two to get school supplies?" Madam bones asked the two.
"Hagrid."
"Professor Dumbledore" Zen replied and saw the adults faces darken. They both began to grow worried. "What does he mean, dampered?" Dr. Strange went to both of them and embraced them into a protective hug.
"Fortunately most can be reversed and our spellbreakers are standing by." Griphook replied and ready to lead them to another room as Madam bones gathered the other files.
"It's going to be okay dears. It means somebody has been stopping your magic from being the best it can be. Once all is said and done, you'll be having a lot easier time in school." Dr. Strange place his hands on them and followed the others to a room that looked like a meditation room. Candles were spread around a circle that had very comfy looking pillows on the inside. Zen yanked on to His shirt gaining Dr. Strange's attention.
"It's been getting harder to see. Aura, this last week. Thought it was because of everything going on, but Aerri has a slight dark spot around hers. Is that because somebody has been messing with her?" Madam Bones over heard the question and looked further At Aeri's sheet and once again paled.
"Why don't you two go lay down, so they can get started."
"Nothing will be felt in this. Drink the juice by your areas and they will put you to sleep. Relaxation is key to dispelling everything." Griphook explained as Dr. Strange nudged them to obey. Not a moment later the two were sleeping together peacefully."They won't wake until everything is finished. Hope it is okay to have them stay overnight to make sure everything is out of their systems."
"If that is what must be done, so be it. " Dr. Strange replied as Griphook pulled them to a waiting room with a mirror letting them still watch over the girls.
"It is best to discuss everything in here."
"The Potter girl is this what I think it is." Madam bones asked worriedly. The goblin sighed and shook his head.
"Horcrux right where the scar is."
"What is that?" Dr. Strange asked confused and had a feeling of dread.
"The girl has a very part of a soul that was split. More than likely Voldemort's." Luckily none of the three let a name have power over them.
"Is it removable?" He asked, while looking further at the sheet and by the second grew angrier.
"It will take several hours, but yes. Although lingering effects will remain; such as the parseltongue and a knack for fighting spells. Fortunately, the connection will be severed, meaning he won't be able to read her mind or get terrible pain near him. We will also be able to undo any hindrance in the core. She will go through some body changes. Zen is a little more complicated."The two stared at the goblin.
"She doesn't have one in her. That is not what bothers us. The girl was messed with by someone else maybe a few. First time three months, something changed her physiology up to age two."
"That sounds right before taken into the temple." He then tapped the next two. "Age five to ten."
"Compulsions and mind control." Madam Bones and Griphook looked to him. "He was using her."
"Who?"
"A man who took his teaching and went to a very evil advisory. I had thought the girl was acting od from time to time. She would be caught in unthought of places. Some she explained on her own, others it was like she was sleep walking. Things went missing here and there. Some very important. We always suspected it might be her, but had such an innocent face."
"Zen, didn't know she was being controlled?" He nodded at the women's question.
"Many ,mind alterations has been placed on her. Not by one person. Even your kind of magic leaves traces. Harder to detect, but goblin tracing is subpar. One magic user is dead the other seems to be held in a different and the previous supreme." He closed his eyes and half way could not believe what he just heard.
"We can fix memories but that kind may confuse or overload. No doubt a personality change would occur. Speaking working things out would be harder. She wouldn't know what was real and what was not."
"No, it will wreck her that innocent girl would be gone or worse there might be fail safes something could happen along the lines of her being the next Mordo. I will talk to her about it later. She deserves to at least know and decide if she wants to continue in our practice." He sighed and rubbed her forehead. "Are you able break any holdings on her from that?" The goblin nodded.
"Yes and anything else that has been going on at school. Speaking of which, the headmistress should be notified and all students should be looked at and I can have a task force of spell breakers by tomorrow." Madam Bones stood.
"I, will get right to work. Forgive me Dr. Strange, but this is a very dire situation."
"Not to worry. We will be fine. I would like to help them in the process and ad some protection spells to them."
"Let me know how they are later." She poofed away.
"They will take some time, before you can get your shot, in the meantime shall we discuss bank statements.
Sunday
Gringotts
The two girls began to wake from the magical coma. Both were groggy and felt off. "Easy there, you two just lay and let your bodies adjust." ordered while pulling the covers up as his cape flew over Zen and snuggled her. Aeri was the first to be able to sit and reach for her glasses. She opened her eyes and noticed everything was blurry. The girl took them off and noticed everything was clear as day.
"You okay?" The man smiled and checked her over.
"Yeah, I.. I can see." He gave a small laugh then noticed what she meant.
"Without your glasses? Must be the changes they were talking about or Asier magic. Will have to figure it out later. How are you feeling?"
"Weird, but better than I ever been really. Not in any kind of pain for once." He nodded
"Good muscles look better too."
"Something feels missing, but in a way I am glad it's gone."
"We'll talk about it later. In some ways you are still a child, but deserve to know what they took out. Wake up more then we'll talk okay. When you feel like you can there is a buffet of breakfast eat a good meal. I'll be watching to make sure you do." He then moved to Zen who finally sat up, but was quiet and looked solem. The girl instantly felt the differences and somehow now knew a bit of what had happened to her.
"Zen? Come on let's grab some food. It will help." He got her up and lead her over.
"I feel different."
"I know, come on." He helped put food on the plate and put more on Aeri's, before leading them back to the middle where a low table transfigured and cushions wrapped around for them to sit. He let them take in some fruit or juice, before speaking. "Its early, so we'll take this slow. Anything bad spell that has been placed on your bodies is now gone and a force task has gone to the school to do the same. Apparently you were not the only two. Turns out all muggle borns had been affected and even some magical ones." They gasped.
"Fred and George! We got to go now!" They shouted worriedly, but Dr Strange held a hand up.
"They are fine and already been checked. Take a breath and calm down." He sighed and waited a few seconds. "I need you guys to listen okay, because what we discuss is very important." They shook their heads, indicating they were ready for him to continue. "Good, they found out who it was and his accomplice. Hagrid was taken in for questioning. He admitted to aiding and enabling Albus to do this. They got him, but the coot got away. He'll be caught but, I don't want you two to worry just stay focused on school life, friends and whatever kids do these day. If something is out of the ordinary report it to a teacher or nearest person who has experience." He turned to Zen at that point. "At that point it will be up to them to handle the situation and group. You are different Zen I know this. That is why you would be able to guard the others getting to safety. That way innocence will remain safe."
"I think I understand." She looked down and couldn't shake a weird feeling."I was reckless before I am sorry, I felt so fearless. More than I should of. Just like that cliff.. Tree" She looked a bit confused.
" Zen you were right by that waterfall that was way higher, Did you fall off that or the tree?" Zen shook a bit as two memories began to clash.
"Griphook, you said they wouldn't mess with the memories." He went to her side and tried to sooth her back."
"They did not, but when the spells were broken one must of broken blocks or weak tweaks. Maybe her own mind helped imagine it. Did she ever talk about the tree herself? Did anyone see her fall off it?" He thought about what the goblin said and looked to Zen again.
"No she did not?" He sighed. "You blocked this one out yourself didn't you Zen? It's okay take it easy, Talk about it later."
"Some men were there. Powerful ones. Mordo too. I tried to fight after I woke. He said I was now useless and flung me off. The Sorceress Supreme was there after I woke up. She tried to convince me it was just a dream and I had jumped off the tree. Was it a dream or real? I know Mordo turned bad, but enough to kill me?"
"We're going to have to talk later about somethings and will figure it out for now I need you to be strong and lets get the rest of stuff over." She nodded and settled. "Good"
"Aeri several things were taken off of you too and both will have to relearn spell casting."
"Shouldn't be to hard its only been a week." Griphook Chuckled
"If you only knew how much he was holding you both back. Try incendio on that candle" Aeri stood up, pointed her wand at the candle.
"Incendio!" Fire shot five feet up and took a moment to recede to just the wick.
"Wicked" Zen shouted with a small laugh, Aeri looked stunned, before growing a bit tired.
"That wasn't your wand, you didn't even channel it." The two looked at him curiously. "Both of you are wandless users, due to being asgardians. The spell will be ten times more powerful, but until you can control the amount or channel some through your wand it will take some energy."
"Not that you two don't have a bunch." Dr Strange teased. "Now, back to the conversation at hand. A very bad thing was taken out of you Aeri. Remember you felt something gone, but was glad." She nodded."It was part of Voldemort's spirit. He split it, before, but yours more then likely was an accident. You'll be able to keep most of the good stuff, but fortunately the connection is gone."
"What do you mean by his spirit?" Aeri asked making the man close his eyes and opening again, trying to figure out how to explain it.
"It means he cannot die until all of the horcruxes are destroyed. He could tell the girl was nervous. He would be to at that age and for some reason wanted to kill you. "We are going to protect you and I am sure Zen has started to train you correct." Aeri looked guilty, but didn't know what to say. Zen on the other hand smirked.
"Correct." Zen answered proudly, making Dr. Strange nod.
"Do not try to go after him, if he gets to you only try to get away and get the nearest authority. Promise me. Both of you."
"Promise" He looked to both seriously.
"Good."
"If you three are up for it can we finish the last few things in my office." They nodded and followed Griphook.
"I would like to go over the accounts and make you aware what has been going on with them. Aeri Potter-Evans-Odinson you are in power of several vaults including a trust vault, Vault Number one, The Potter vaults, several houses and libraries, allowance of Loki's vault and several companies. Not to mention both are heir of Hogwarts. Normally you would not be allowed access to most until you were of age. However, since certain circumstances have come to pass, legally if given by permission by your new guardian you may access all." His face turned a bit grave. "I must report to you, Albus Dumbledore, Vernon Dursley, Petunia Dursley and a few others have all in some way obtained money from some of the vaults. Your relatives were paying a big sum each to keep you. All the money was suppose to keep you healthy and living well." Aeri gave a sarcastic laugh.
"They kept mostly locked in a cupboard for years. Gave me bread to eat and treated me like trash." Zen looked over and gaped as Dr. Strange put a hand on Aeri. The girls face grew red and looked away from everyone.
"I see." Griphook slid a piece of paper over to the girl. "Sign it and all that money will be repossessed, even if liquidation must be made and they will be charged with fraud. Professor Dumbledore will be charged with fraud and theft. It seems he has taken certain items that should never been taken in the first place." Aeri looked at the paper and took the pen. She placed a hand on the paper, but shook a bit.
"Aeri, I will not tell you what to do in this. I know how you feel. They are blood, but have they ever treated you right? Have they ever loved you? Or were they there just to steal and take everything they can from you? Zen and I know you deserve way better than this. For your sake please sign it." Aeri gazed between the two and knew they were right with the signing of the paper her statement of I am more than an object was made.
"You shall have justice Miss Harriet and you have sole access to your vault minus your fathers and Vault one." She smiled.
"Is there a way to change that? It is way too much for one person. Please add Zenna Howellet and Stephen Strange. My money is their money and I completely trust them. They are true family and care." She could tell the two were about to argue. "Please don't. Dr. Strange we are kids and don't know what to do with it all or what I even have. I know you won't use it, but will do things to better the accounts and will make a great partner. Zen your my cousin and even though there is plenty in vault one, I never want you have to worry about money. Plus were all family what's mine is yours."
"Ok." Zen gave the girl a big hug as Stephan gave a small laugh.
"I see your point, but anything that is spent is still going through both of you. I will set up meetings with some advisers. Possibly Tony Stark." Both gasped excitingly and squilled making the men cover their ears.
"We have advisors if interested as well that would have great interest in speaking with you three as well." They happily nodded
"Thank You, Mr. Griphook. Please take 200 Galleons from vault number 1 for everything you have done for us." Aeri stated The other two nodded in agreement.
"I advise a fair monthly stipend for handling all the accounts and to hire assistants as well. My trust of this world is low, but you have proven honesty,competence and discretion. Wouldn't you two agree." The goblin was speechless. He knew this would not make a dent in the vaults, but the amount they gave could set him well for life. Finally he smiled ear to ear.
"Very generous. I will forever be in your servouse. Not matter the time of day. Just mention my name and will quickly be escorted to my doors. I will request you three back within the next couple weeks. There is one major concern. She owns seats on the council, but is not of age. Someone must be appointed.
"I want Madam Bones to take them until I can either enter them myself or decide to at all." Aeri declared without question."
"This I agree on without question." Dr. Strange backed her decision without question.
"She is a rights advocate and treats everyone equally" Griphook stated.
Hogwarts
Lake
4pm
Zen and Dr. Strange sat watching the water. The other three were currently at practice. He had just told her a bit of what had been done to her in the past. He could tell she was upset and felt betrayed.
"I understand if you want to leave our practice and never go back to the temple. What has been done is monstrous and gone against everything preached. Just know Master Wong nor I have ever messed with your mind or controlled you. If you stay I promise to never let it happen to you again. You will be made my personal apprentice and will train you to be the next sorceress supreme as long as you remain true." She wiped away a few tears.
"No matter the choice, please do not leave me. I want you safe and to give you a good life. I might not be a father, but I can be the next best thing."
"Yes, you are. The adoption makes it so." She half cried, half teased. "You're stuck with me remember." The girl stuck her tongue out. "I want to stay If you let me or trust you hadn't told me i would feel different and be furiouse, but you respected me. I know you have no desire to use me like that... Dr. Strange am I a bad person? I stole and who knows what else. Did he make me ki.."
"Don't you dare finish that question. You are the purest person I have ever met. You are the one who has made me better and less selfish ok. What ever happened was not you. Get that through your head right now." She nodded.
"Yes sir."
"Good."
"Do you have to go?" He sighed.
"Yes, but I will be back in a few weeks to check on you two and work on some things." He handed her a coin. "I already gave Aeri one. It will teleport you straight home if need be. Or that ring you snuck out will do the same thing" The girl put it in her pocket and embraced each for a moment. Finally they pulled away, he winked and then teleported out. Zen looked to the lake and took a breath.
"Ah, there you are Miss Howlett. Where is the rest of your pack?" Zen turned and looked to Professor Mcgonagall.
"Quidditch practice." The woman nodded and held her hand out, knowing she needed someone close. "Come dear, we need to chat a talk before dinner." The stern woman let a warm smile seep through and lead Zen back to the castle
Headmistress Office
Professor mcgonagall poured Zen some tea. "I am glad we finally have time to talk. First of all please accept my apology. I should of taken more caution. My actions got you hurt." Zen shook her head.
"No, I should of backed away. It is my fault. You don't know me and probably thought I was playing a trick or just being hysteric. The important thing is to learn from mistakes.." The professor nodded.
"Could not agree more. There is another reason why I wanted to ask you up here. Remember when I announced the student. Committee geared toward bettering Hogwarts?"
"Yes, malm."
"I want you to head it and find a few helpers." Zen's eyes widened and nervously shook her head no.
"Me, I'm only a first year. I know nothing of this school really. Nobody really knows me and I am pretty sure rumors are going around about."
"What rumors?" Zen got quiet and the professor knew she would not say more at the moment. The teacher sighed. "I am choosing you because of the passion showed when presenting the want of further education of muggles. It's a lot to ask, but I know you will be good for the job. Dr, Strange has also informed me of leadership roles you have played before." Zen nodded.
"I'll do it, but can I request someone who can help and is probably one of the smartest first years here?" The woman smiled.
"Miss Granger. I had hoped you would want her. Get with her and I suppose the others of that pack of yours. I will need an outline of the first phase by the end of the week. If you lot have the time"
"Yes, malm." Zen stood and gave a small bow.
"Oh, before I forget." The professor scrounged through the desk and pulled out a small badge. She then happily walked over to her and pinned it on the girl's robe. "This will indicate you are head of the new committee and an assistant Prefect."
"What?" The woman patted her shoulder for a moment.
"Like I said, I know of your former duties. You always watched out for the others and an upcoming leader. I trust you to follow orders and help watch out for your house. If their is an emergency you will make sure all are accounted for and report to your head prefect if one is missing. I know you will stand up for what is not right and not let bullying be a thing by anyone. Now you won't be able to doc points, add or give detention." Professor Mcgonagall slipped her a note pad. "But within reason your word is law. You may send them to the nearest prefect or to the head of house with this slip. I trust you will not let this privilege go to your head."
"No, malm. Thank you. It will be an honor." The woman smiled.
"Good, now I would hate to keep you from getting dinner."
"How is everyone?"
"You mean the binds. We're going year by year. The first today and further up for the rest of the week. Most of first years have already been broken. It was the food but that has been ridden of with a certain someone gone. Others will be kept over the next few night. No one has been hurt. Off you go.?
Dining Hall
"Ah, Hermione just the person I wanted to see." Zen walked over and sat by the girl.
"Hi, Zen. Crazy what has been going on around here. How was your trip?" Zen smiled and Her a messenger bag with the colors and a griffin symbol on it. The preteen gasped as she studied the bag and then dug in to find a planner.
"No more having to carry heavy books around." Hermione quickly wrapped Zen into a hug.
"Guess I did good."
"Yes, Thank You. I love it."
"Least I can do for a friend who helped me catch up."
"Friend?"
"Of course." Hermione smiled. She hadn't had a true one in a while. "There is something else I wanted to talk to you about. Have you given the committee any thought?" Hermione gave a laugh.
"Course I have. Plan on signing up when the paper is posted. I have so many ideas already." The girl brought out a heavy planned out notebook.
"Some, right. Well. I was elected by the staff to set it up. I'm going to ask the others too, but would you like to help to. "Hermione nodded happily.
"In a heartbeat. Can't believe you're including me with this. Can't believe I'm actually being included in something." Zen's smile faded a bit, realizing the truth about Hermione. She too was an outsider. "I mean.. Well forget it. At Least it will get me away from that annoying Ron."
"Well, well. Don't you have some nerve?" The two looked to see the whole quidditch team staring at her. "Buying us all top brooms and pretending you had nothing to do with it. Did you really think Aeri was going to take all the credit." They tried to look serious, but Zen could not help but laugh a bit the twins rounded on her.
"A girl has to try."
"You guys bought everyone brooms for the game?" Zen nodded at Hermione's question, before being attacked with a bunch of hugs.
"Aeri Help!"
"I can't! I'm wrapped in tight hugs too!" The team did not let go for a good moment. Then Oliver looked her over.
"I unfortunately do not have room on the playing team, but if it is something you would like to get into next year I will train you and let you help us practice." Oliver looked to Hermione.
"No.."
"But your not so bad I've seen you fly."
"Terrified of heights."
"Then, you'll just have to get past that."
"Zen, you also earned our loyalty anyone who messes with you, they mess with us." The team then dispersed. Zen and the twins joined the two.
"Wicked practice." Fred commented to Zen who was about to say something and saw Hermione slightly turn away.
"Guys, Huddle" The four did and chatted for a few moments. Every once in a while looking Hermione way. "All agreed, Good." The four turned to Hermione. "Welcome to our group Hermione"
"Like where your sleeping?"
"Eh its okay.. Not many others tolerate me in there."
"Then you'll be rooming with us. When we're done eating many of your questions will be answered." The bushy haired girl looked at the four and gave a grateful smile. Their moods soured as Ron started walking towards them.
"Where are spiders when you need them?" The twins started to gripe as Ron started to sit down. Suddenly the boy froze as two tranchulas appeared out of nowhere. "Spi..Spiders." He whined and then began running as the spiders chased him out of the hall. They all looked stumped.
"Neat what spel,l was that?" Zen curiously asked.
"None, we simply imagined it."
Secret loft
Hermione stared at the door and wondered how she had not seen the door before. Her name was now etched on to it and the for walked in. "No, way. Its like you have your own personal common rooms and everything else." She excitedly walked further in , not knowing the statue moved a bit. "No wonder I never really see you guys in the other one
"I see you have found a friend. Welcome Hermione." The girl froze. "I am Evera." she smiled and gave a small curtsy.
"Nice to meet you too.. How is all this possible?" Zen shrugged and sat on the comfy couch with Fred.
"Turns out Aeri and I happen to only be half human. We're also half Asgardian. Apparently they have secret lofts in each house and lots of secret corridors. Might also be a mutant not sure and I swear Aeri can speak to plants. You should see the way her garden in the room is growing."
"Speaking of which we need explore soon." The twins corused and laughed.
"Yes, yes. We will." Zen gave a giggle.
"Asgardian? Wait you are mutants to?" The four looked up and could see she was nervous of asking it. "I can remember what I read. All of it. When I'm studying it's not exactly the current material. I just really like learning. I can almost instantly see any equation form. My eyes are keen almost like a hawk."
"Well. welcome to the room of weirdos." The twins exclaimed, making the girl laugh and feel welcome."
"Strange things have been happening to us all and even the the twins been having some kind of affect with ron and imaginary spiders. Only time will tell." Hermione nodded, before bringing out the thick notebook.
"Shall we get started?" Aeri and the twins Gaped at the notebook.
"Zen what did you get us into?" She minencisly laughed.
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