Disclaimer: I don't own Harry Potter or its characters.
AN: Probably sick of excuses so I won't bother with stating any more than life got in the way. I've rewritten this chapter a few times as it just didn't seem to flow right. Hopefully this one is the winner, I know, last chapter was boring with no real progress, but I tried to put some more character development in there. Again the diary but the diary will play a role, not as big as canon though.
As for Harry letting Blaise get away with the accusation against him and Daphne, he did tell her that he'd let her handle it. Otherwise the reaction might have been similar to the Dursleys. By holding himself back, he has earned a few points in Daphne's book. To point out to a recent reviewer, I realize I have talked of rape in certain parts of the story. There won't be any explicit scenes or anything like that included, there might be mention of it happening to a non main character or attempts on one of the girls once the war is underway at the most. With the imperius and obliviate, it seems likely dark wizards or death eaters would do this.
I've had a few comments on the Quirrell fight and the fight against the suits. Harry was holding back against the suits as stated, as for Quirrell, he had Voldemort attached to him. Harry wouldn't go all out without getting more information. Besides, why go all out on Quirrell, I don't see him being that skilled a fighter or wizard in my opinion. As for battle transfiguration, war magic and parselmagic, yeah I will have Harry learn them. This chapter will start his real training, not learn first year spells ahead of the rest only that he was doing.
Okay, I know choosing of wood and cores might get repetitive and boring, but it gives good insight into characters that won't be a main focus in the story. So if say I have Morgana make Neville or Tracey a wand, I'm doing it so you can get a better understanding of them. That and for some reason I like the process of wand selection, it really should have been a bigger part of canon in my opinion.
I'm tossing up whether to make Harry build a knights of the round table like scenario, with his women as generals, other loyal followers as soldiers, to battle that 'bitch' and Voldemort's forces in later years. I'm also debating whether to have Harry able to upgrade others, but obviously not via sex or upgrade to the degree of those he turns, using runes to give them some of his magic or something since I've stated runes can act as a battery. In my mind Voldemort leeches off his followers magic through their dark marks, to make himself stronger. Harry will give magic to his followers through a mark, making them stronger. Anyway hope you like the next instalment in playing with the timeline. Again sorry for the delay, I'll try not to be so slack and get distracted by games in the free time I do have.
"Morgana, Morgana, Morgana, they just don't make witches like they used to" Harry stated the following morning, he realized it was about time he began real training. If the threat was as real as Morgana made it out to be, he needed to be ready. The problem was simply where to start, Hogwarts materials weren't sufficient. Despite being the boy who lived, he doubted there was anyone trustworthy enough to train him without word getting around.
Sure Galleons could get someone to train him, but galleons could also get that trainer to talk to others, he wanted no one to be aware of his skill until the time was right. He considered a magical vow, but a skilled legilmens could still get the information, assuming that could bypass the trainer's barriers, assuming a skilled hit wizard actually had some. Either way, a simple oblivate afterwards, Harry would have no clue that his trainer was compromised. That and to be honest, he would much rather earn skills himself, then being tutored by another.
He highly doubted war or battle magic was sold at simple book stores and he didn't have the time to go in search for them. Harry had a feeling there would be some in the vaults he would claim in fourth year, but that was still 2 years away at least. It was then that he pondered whether Hogwarts might have rooms hidden from the general populace. Knowledge kept for one of the Founders heirs, an archive that only an heir can access. Considering the castle also served as the Founders home, it could be highly likely that was the case.
It was at this realization, that he might be able to get the necessary tools from Merlin, however the man wasn't answering him. Granted the man didn't actually give him a way to contact him, he just summons him to that realm. There was a possibility Merlin limited his visits to once a year, who knew how fate worked against the man. Harry actually wondered whether he even watched him all the time as he stated. He was supposedly a being that had to keep an eye on all worlds, all realities, at all times. So maybe he was just preoccupied, or perhaps he already knew what Harry wanted, or he was creating warriors to keep 'her' away for longer. Morgana stated the powerful being couldn't give him the knowledge or skills to get stronger anyway, just the tools to give him the potential.
Then he realized, Morgana was able to help him, she made him a wand, she stated all she had was immunity to Merlin's changes. In reality, she was just an ancient witch like 'her', perhaps she was the one who might be able to give him a hand. So he called her name three times as instructed and stated the phrase. Nothing happened for a moment before he was wrapped in darkness.
"Back again so soon young man? My, my, without a companion too. Don't tell me you want to take me up on my earlier offer?" The darkness faded to show Morgana smiling seductively at Harry. Her dark locks clinging to her skin over her right shoulder. Seemingly just from the shower, Harry's eyes followed the long hair to small towel wrapped around her. A towel so small it immediately caught Harry's attention. Barely covering two of her obviously impressive assets, it also ended just short of revealing her most important asset. Harry couldn't help but let out an audible gulp at the thought of the towel being gone at that moment. He wouldn't deny he really wanted to see underneath it, the girls he had made friends with were still developing, but in front of him now, was a woman, of mind boggling beauty.
Laughter snapped him out of his daze, or maybe the black robe that had suddenly materialized over her form. He also suddenly realized he was subconsciously leaning to try to get a better look and blushed in embarrassment. "Harry, to what do I owe this pleasure? Advice? Sex? No, you want knowledge, you want to get stronger without anyone noticing. Interesting that you did not want this a few days ago, what has changed? Hmm, everything has a price Harry. What is yours?"
Harry blinked in surprise at the question, of course he wouldn't get trained by her for nothing. He racked his brain to try and come up with something worthwhile to give her. She was ancient, sex was meaningless, that and he knew he lacked the skills in that department anyway. Her smile showed she was obviously reading him like a book, making him realize he was on the right track. Money was useless to her too, she had power and needed no protection. Suddenly a suggestion seemed to pop up at the far reaches of his mind, confusing him but he decided to try it out. "I could be your friend"
Morgana's smile faded and her face formed a scary looking scowl, her eyes blackened and fangs appeared "Friendship. I have no need for a friend" She snarled and she suddenly moved, Harry barely saw it before she appeared in front of him and held him by the throat with one hand. Pulling him closer so their faces were inches apart, she spoke in such an icy tone, it sent a shiver down his spine "You know nothing, I was wrong. You are just like all the others"
She threw him with great force and he smashed into the wall on the far side of the room. Harry let out a grunt of pain when he heard and felt multiple bones break from the impact. When he hit the ground he turned to see the cracks along the wall, he was shocked to find the pain was already leaving him as his regeneration obviously kicked in. "Why are you so angry?" Harry stated giving her a concerned gaze.
That seemed to infuriate her more as she once more charged him and slammed her fist into his gut much harder than before. "Don't look at me like that. You should fear me, I could snap you like a twig" She once more lifted him by the throat and rammed her free fist into his face, three times, each punch adding more force. The fourth hit she let go of his neck and he once more impacted the wall, this time, she hit him with such force that he was actually stuck in the wall.
Harry was sure the punches had broken his cheekbone, jaw and nose. His senses were dulled and memories of his youth popped to mind, to be so outclassed and helpless. He tasted the coppery taste in his mouth and the wet feeling showed she must have broken through the skin on his face. Harry knew he should feel angry at this point, but something was holding him back, again the pain was already fading slowly and he kept up his concerned gaze at Morgana. "STOP LOOKING AT ME LIKE THAT" Power seemed to explode from her, her hair reacting as if a fierce wind was spinning around her. If it was anyone else Harry was sure he would at this point be completely shitting himself. For some reason he was not however.
"I see" Harry realized something at that moment, Morgana was immortal yes, but she was also altered by that other being she spoke of. Changed in a way that meant she likely couldn't bear any children or have many people running around with immunity to magic. Merlin's last mention of 'her' and Morgana's self told story, hinted that the girls Merlin turned could create their own warriors too. Morgana likely lost this ability too. Not only that, but any friend or lover she took, would grow old and die eventually, possibly even leaving her when no heir was produced. Something told Harry it was Morgana who left them though, she was meant to be by Merlin's side, to live forever together, instead she was forced to live without an immortal by her side, or more like watching the only immortal she desired but unable to have him.
The black tear that began to trail down her face indicated he was spot on, he ignored her warning and pulled himself out of the wall. Wincing at the sudden movements, he ignored the pain as he had done so much growing up, with the regeneration too, the pain was already lessening.
Harry began to approach her slowly. She snarled in warning to get him to back off, an animalistic, like that of a predator to its prey was on her face. But he didn't back off, call it stupidity, call it bravery. In his opinion it was survival, if he showed fear, like a predator she would attack him. Once within her personal zone of space he heard the low growl she was emitting, Harry briefly wondered if this was what he was acting like, protecting Daphne from her. He slowly lifted his hand, even though her entire eyes were pitch black he noticed them twitch, making him believe she was following it.
His hand touched her cheek and it felt warm, he half expected it to be as cold as her current mood. He wiped the black tear away before stating "My statement stands, my friendship for some advice in training" He tried to smile but winced when he felt the stinging sensation in his cheek and chest. She really must have done some damage there.
Now her tears were black, and he was curious. Removing his hand be rubbed the liquid together, but when he looked down to his hand, he was surprised to see it was clear like an ordinary tear. Looking back up to Morgana he saw her watching him with a calculative gaze, but the fangs and eyes were back to normal. "Cool trick" Harry stated again wincing at the sharp pain when he tried to smirk.
Morgana scoffed "I haven't even stated I'd help you. I see your regeneration is better than expected too, I wonder why the need for the upgrade?" Harry had to laugh at the complete turnaround, he shouldn't have been surprised though. The woman was ancient, it shouldn't take her long to get her emotions in check. He actually wouldn't be surprised if it was some messed up test. "As I said I have no need for friendship. However perhaps your company on occasion might be nice"
She didn't smile but Harry noticed her eyes held plenty of mischief. Smiling back he stated "So will you train me or should I find another ancient goddess for help?"
Morgana snorted as she looked at him, and kissed him on the forehead, causing him to tense. He could feel her lips widen into a smile against his skin at the reaction "No, you are not ready to learn from me even if I wanted to train you, which I don't. Get stronger, learn more magic and skills, than perhaps I will take you up on your offer. I still require something from you though to trade" Her eyes flickered low to a certain area on his robes and he once more gulped "Only when you are ready mentally, magically and physically. With adequate skills in all three areas will I train you Harry, you might have the potential for all three, but you have hardly even gotten close to even partially mastering them"
Harry stood watching her curiously and she raised an eyebrow. She pretty much went berserk at him, before returning to her, well childish like demeanour. "Alright, I understand, I'll learn as much as I can. Oh I'm bringing some of my friends to see you soon too. You did say you would make them wands"
Her eyes narrowed for a moment and her eyes focussed on his, he knew she was reading his mind for a moment. "Hmm yes I did say I want to meet them, I don't recall saying I would make them wands. I did so for Daphne, since I liked her. Very well, I will make them some wands if I like what I see, for a price of course"
Harry sighed and had déjà vu for a moment, his face had stopped aching he realized when he sent her a smirk. An instinctive feeling stirred deep within him, without so much as a thought Harry activated his speed and slammed her into the wall behind her, pinning her arms above her head, earning a gasp of surprise from the woman. Harry himself was just as surprised at his action, he let out the primal feelings he usually kept locked up and realized his face was level with hers.
The pain from the quick action was ignored for the moment. Harry guessed it was adrenaline maybe. He realized that he was the same height as her. He believed her surprise to be fake though as she had moved far faster before. Certain she could break free if she wished, he didn't hesitate and locked his lips to hers. Her eyes this time seemed to hold genuine surprise and widened before returning the kiss.
Pulling back Harry let her go and she raised an eyebrow "Is that all? A little too short for my usual taste, hmm we will have to work on that. Perhaps you should practice before you try to bribe me with such tactics again."
Suddenly Harry found himself pinned in the same manner he just held her. He hadn't even seen her move, he had no idea she was that fast. "But as you have given me your first kiss, I will make the wands for your friends. I hope you realize you will have to do much more to get another favour off me Harry. Oh and I've left you a surprise" She cackled in glee as Harry's eyes widened at the realization, before he was once more wrapped in darkness and her laughter fading away.
PWTT
Harry muttered curses when he found himself naked outside of his room at the Leaky Cauldron. He barely made it back into his room before a door opened to inspect the noises he was making. On the bed inside the room was a book, Harry picked it up and couldn't see a title anywhere on the black hardcover. Opening it, his eyes nearly popped out of his head, a magical picture of Morgana doing a strip tease. Harry managed to snap it shut finally, when she was about to take off her bra.
The next few hours Harry sat down and entered his mind, he reviewed his meeting with Morgana over and over. He made the excuse to learn how fast she was, how she moved, the way she seemed to not even be trying as she punched him repeatedly. He wouldn't admit he simply wanted to replay that towel memory again. He just happened to start the memory at that point each time, even though he didn't need to. One thing he noticed after a few replays was she didn't really appear to be angry with him, it seemed more and more like she was indeed testing him. Each punch packed more power, if her eyes weren't pure black he would be certain he would see a curious gaze in them.
The darkness she seemed to harness intrigued him, the eyes and fangs that should have scared him, had the opposite effect of fascinating him. Merlin, he had felt the effect it had on a certain part of him, now that he didn't have the pain of broken bones and injuries incurred by the ancient beauty.
But he wanted to know what secrets she held, he knew he wouldn't get any of her vast knowledge without earning the right to it. He had no doubt she had skills not available in the modern world. Lost arts, techniques and general skills, that and he could see more of her. He had to become stronger, to do all that she suggested, earn her knowledge.
Harry looked back at the book he hadn't opened since he closed it before. He picked it up again and opened it, his eyes widened when he did not see Morgana this time. It was blank until writing began to appear on it.
'Suggestion 1 for one unworthy of my time: Get a trunk that can handle your power and to have a suitable place to train unseen by unwanted eyes' Harry blinked when he read it, before closing it and deciding it had a good point. With his larger core he wouldn't be able to do some of the fancier spells that likely would appear this term with learning to control the output he put in. After all, he had already proven his strength, senses and speed would need practice, of course his magic would too. There were also higher level spells he would start to learn hopefully, spells he would not want spread around the school, in other words the professors and Dumbledore.
So Harry got changed and made his way into Diagon Alley. The first stop was the trunk shop he got his school trunk from. "Welcome to – Mr Potter, I wasn't expecting on seeing you so soon. What can I do for you?"
Harry nodded respectively to the man "I'm actually looking for a trunk to practice spellwork while at Hogwarts. Being who I am, anywhere I go in the castle tends to get a lot of, uh, spectators, I'd rather not have screaming from casting a lumos charm every time. Have you got a trunk that has a lot of space, perhaps training equipment to practice on, with decent protections to prevent excess damage to the trunk itself?"
The man's eyes widened at the description and he looked at Harry very curiously for a full minute. Harry waited patiently for the man to finish his little observation. Finally he gave Harry an answer "We stock all trunks for many occupations in the wizarding world Mr Potter. What you're asking for is usually only requested by Aurors, or people from very specific occupations. Occasionally by wealthy older students, I don't think I've ever sold one to one so young. However, being who you are, such a trunk would likely prove invaluable when you are older. We do stock all of what you requested of course."
The man ducked behind the counter a few moments before pulling out a sheet and gesturing Harry forward. Harry looked at the parchment to see a sheet with many trunks with the enchantments, some extras that can be added. "Wow, I had no idea you could do so much to a trunk sir"
The man laughed loudly "Please, call me Igor. As for what we can do, it is limitless if you have the power. That is what makes magic so useful. I chose this career since my magical core is quite large compared to the average wizard. I didn't want to become an auror or anything. Theoretically you could put a mansion or even something as large as Hogwarts into a trunk, assuming you had the power and material resistant enough of course. Dragonhide usually works brilliantly, although last time I tried I ended up at St Mungos for magical exhaustion, the stuff is so resistant you have to use at least three times the usual amount to get the same results. But oh that was a masterpiece since ti was also just as difficult to break into"
Harry chuckled wondering how big he could make inside a trunk if he knew all the necessary spells in a few years. Looking back at the parchment, he got the most expensive trunk on the list. A Hebridean Black dragon and a Ukrainian Ironbelly were crossbred to give the materials to make the trunk, it was pitch black. Igor wouldn't state where from where he got the materials to make the trunk. Unfortunately he stated the enchantments weren't actually done due to the materials being even more resistant than usual, due to the rare dragonhide, he also left it undone so something might choose what they want.
Harry asked for a magical vow for the purchase and to keep it secret, with an offer of 100 galleons on top of whatever he charges, Igor agreed. Harry then explained that he would help provide the power to do the enchantments. Naturally Harry got a look of disbelief but with that sort of money coming regardless, Igor closed shop and took Harry to the back. Igor touched some runes on the wall and a shimmer was barely seen surrounding the area. Harry assumed this was to stop the ministry picking up his magic.
Needless to say Igor was speechless at the raw power Harry was consistently able to maintain, the trunk warder and enchanter merely directed Harry's magic with his own. After a 30 mins the process was complete but Igor was staring at Harry wide eyed "Merlin boy, so much power in one so young, I would say it's even more than m, no it's easily more than me since you don't even look that worn out. Plus you're only bloody 12! You will be a bloody monster if you keep getting stronger, maybe those crackpot stories have some truth to them."
Harry was honestly only breathing a little heavier, thanks to the regeneration he didn't look so bad, but honestly he felt like shit, at least 70% of his magic was used, but it began replenishing itself fairly quickly once the process ended. He was sure Igor used more power than necessary, but if it made the trunk better, then who cares? "Nah, all lies, I am powerful though. Why I asked for the vow, I don't need people knowing I got this much power behind me"
Igor surprisingly nodded seriously "Smart lad. Anyway, I'm sure you realized I used more power than necessary. I thought you might want some extra features, with you supplying the magic, it was much easier to do. The room is 40m long by 40m wide and 50m high. I have given it four appearances, a rocky terrain, a forest with a lake, a simple large room with marble pillars throughout or simply a flat terrain with the floor being any of the above three spanning the entire area. Now as for target practice, over here"
Igor walked to another trunk and opened it before pulling out an armour suit that looked very familiar. "This is a masterpiece that the Germans developed. Surprisingly Hogwarts commissioned quite a few of them from my contacts, no idea why though. Basically these clever little things fight in relation to your skill. They are programmed to just stun and disable you, but it can be made to be more lethal. An excellent training tool for upcoming Aurors. You charge them up through runes on the inside of the helm. It produces a wand to actually battle, the more power you put into it, the more powerful they are, in terms of spells. Ahh I see you might be interested in them"
Harry was indeed smiling broadly at the possibilities, it would not only help him to train, it could help the girls out too. Not only that, in later years he might be able to position them around the castle once he learnt more of runes, it would keep the students safe from each other as well as outside forces. "How many do you have and how much are they?" Harry asked after getting over his excitement.
Igor stroked his chin thoughfully "I have 18 here right now. I can order more if you require it though, they cost 40 Galleons each. It might seem pricey but these things aren't easy to make."
Harry nodded with a serious look, in reality he was thinking how cheap they were. With a minute of looking like he was deep in thought he stated "Alright, I'll take them all for 700"
Igor eyes widened dramatically and he stuttered "A-all?" Harry nodded seriously and ran a hand through his messy black hair "Oh and can I get some more ordered for next year, these things could come in handy. And I'm not sure how long they will last"
Needless to say Igor did the transaction as quickly as possible, Harry figured it was so he didn't get a chance to change his mind. Now the base feature of the trunk was completed, Igor began to add additional features that Harry decided he wanted. The basic shrinking feature, a ward that draws upon the magic in the surrounding area, Harry could let out some of his pure power and the trunk could absorb it. Not only that, but areas like Diagon alley, another wizarding community or area, even Hogwarts could also keep the trunk decently warded so he can practice.
Password and blood locks were added, he was shown how to program the suits before they were all transferred into the trunk. A few more features were added, such as lighting, easy terrain switches added so he could change it within the trunk as well. After all, if someone he was fighting got him and apparated somewhere else, problems could arise, he needed to be prepared for random events occurring, change of scenery during a fight would be perfect for that..
The total came to 1765 Galleons, Harry had to smile at the beaming face on Igor's face. For the sake of it, Harry rounded the amount to 1800 and pulled out his bag to pay the man. Harry shrunk the trunk, pocketed and left the shop, the first part of his plan complete. He flicked open the book again to see the now familiar scrawl appear.
'Suggestion 2 for one who is now less unworthy of my time: Get books for subjects and spells not taught at Hogwarts' Harry cocked his head to the side when he read it, snapped the book shut and put it back into his robes. He didn't see the harm in getting a bigger library, he was planning to check out Hogwarts for secret stashes later. But he might as well see if there was anything worthwhile in the Diagon Alley shops.
Harry gathered any book that interested him that wasn't linked to Hogwarts, a couple of animagus books since the possibility of combining his forms was on his mind, a few novice warding books and detailed books on previous wizarding wars. He was shocked to find a book titled The Fall of True Magic, opening it he discovered it was a detailed description of battle magic compared to modern duelling spells. It didn't have any details on battle magic since apparently such knowledge was banned from the general populace. But it did go to describe in detail just how much more powerful old spells were, that other languages can hold more power, it also made Harry realize Pasceltongue might have its own league of spells.
Harry also gathered some more advanced books on each subject he was studying, as well as a few on runes, after all he had a plan to make electronics work as well as figure out how to play with the suits designs. The owner was shocked to see none of the Hogwarts books included "I'm coming with friends in a few days, these are for myself" The man eyes widened again when reading some of the titles, his eyes flickering to Harry's forehead but saying nothing and processing the total.
Leaving the store Harry couldn't help but chuckle lightly as he heard the owner tell an assistant "Blimey, I thought them bloody books were dragon dung. Did you see them books Marls, maybe he is what they say, my cousin's daughter says he trains everyday for Merlin's sake"
PWTT
Harry began the training immediately, without much need for sleep he entered his new trunk and began practicing spells he knew with his new wand. The sheer difference in power was plainly obvious when he compared a wandless spell to his new wand. For example he fired a full power stunner at a pillar, it actually cracked. A stupefy with so much raw magic it actually damaged the target when he used his wand, using the same power he used to do it wandlessly.
It didn't take long to figure out a level that was similar to what he had already shown the previous year, strong compared to others, but not outrageously so. It was actually difficult to use so little power for simple spells, but he practiced non-stop at that level until it came to him naturally. His next test was charging up a few suits to practice with.
Harry pumped two with about 25% his total magic pool each into them, before making sure it was only going to try and stun him, not brutally attack with bone crushers or anything. It took him a while to figure out how to understand the runes, after reading the notes Igor gave him, as well as flicking through a few rune books.
Turns out the spells the suits use aren't actually spells programmed into it, it is a rune designed to send out the magic in a specific way, so it isn't actually a stupefy, just a magical burst designed to be as close to the spell as possible. Harry could see some real advantages of runes if designed well, perhaps make some transfigured warriors to do far more.
Once completed he did a mock battle, he was shocked at how aggressive the suits were, as soon as he stated the command to activate them "Training battle, begin" They sprang into action, moving far faster than the ones he fought at Hogwarts. But still slow compared to an average person, two stunners came at him but instead of dodging, he bellowed "Protego" The spells were easily absorbed by the shield.
As Igor stated, the suits were designed based on the opponent, one sent a few spells his way, while the other moved to flank him. Harry actually laughed loudly at the thought of activating many and getting into a battle with them. Curiosity getting the better of him, Harry let the next spells hit him.
Harry stood surprised when he felt drowsy, but did not actually pass out as expected, slowly that passed too. A few more spells were sent his way, his was bound by ropes that he easily broke out of, he wondered whether it was his strength or magic that aided him here, perhaps a mixture of both.
Harry suddenly went on the offensive, a bombarda at one suit and he fired off a overpowered stupify, followed by an expelliarmus, knowing the suit might shield against his initial spell. The first didn't get a chance to block and blew up with a loud noise, the second fell to pieces as expected. Harry suddenly realized how annoying it would be to constantly replace the parts, he made a note to find a way to prolong their lifespan or destruction.
PWTT
Harry was in the main area of the leaky cauldron early on Wednesday morning, ignoring the many people present, he couldn't help but notice the increase in the average number around. For some reason, he didn't think they were here for him though as they glanced at him surprised when he made his appearance for breakfast.
Susan and Hannah were the first to appear, Harry couldn't help state the obvious "Susan, are you afraid to come on your own? I swear the lovely Miss Abbott is near you everytime you come to see me. I'd almost think you're concerned to be alone with me"
Susan snorted, a very unladylike version too, Harry was certain she made it just for him. "Merlin, she's my best friend and you invited us both, if you want me alone Harry. Maybe you should actually ask me to come alone"
Harry smirked as if he had won the battle already and responded "Are you asking me to ask you out alone in the future Miss Bones?"
Susan froze in place as she realized the implications of her statement and Harry's response, she looked at Hannah, who happened to be grinning victoriously, Susan raised her head in defiance and stated "Like I would want to be alone with you Harry. Maybe you should invite Katie or Daphne if you want alone time with someone"
Harry saw the game she was attempting and silently applauded her, his desire to get the upper hand overcame him however so he had to reply with "But Susan, why would I invite them over you when you provide me with entertainment, like what I saw the last time I was at your house"
Hannah let out a loud cough in an attempt to cover up the giggle that came out when Susan sent her a glare. Harry was disappointed though, Susan just sent Harry a smirk before she sat down to await the others. Harry had other plans though when he realized Amelia hadn't come with them, taking each of the girls hands and ignoring the questioning glances Harry stated quietly. "Morgana, Morgana, Morgana, they just don't make witches like they used to"
The familiar darkness wrapped around them and he heard the startled gasps from his friends. "Good, I see you can follow advice after all. Why do these two know so little? That wasn't the case with the other young lady Harry"
Morgana appeared with the familiar room gazing curiously at the two girls, Susan immediately eyed her suspiciously at the tone of voice she used to speak to Harry. Hannah though was looking around confused "Harry, where are we?"
Harry let out a loud sigh, deciding to tell them some of his abilities "This woman is going to make you two new wands, wands that are made to work just for you. This is her home, that phrase is a method to bring us here. I've also, uh, got some things to tell you both."
Harry then began to explain his regeneratioin, strength and speed with demonstrations. Needless to say the girls were completely shocked to see it, Harry had no doubts they wouldn't believe it unless they themselves saw it. Susan was the first to recover "So you're pretty much, what? A vampire with the strengths and none of the weaknesses?"
Harry blinked and laughed loudly "Uh sort of, anyway, I impressed Morgana here and she made me a new wand. I thought I'd do it for each of you too, if nothing else it will keep you safer"
Susan looked back at Morgana who had a smirk as if expecting something. She looked back at Harry and muttered "Still a prat, just a more powerful prat"
Hannah laughed before asking the question that was on her mind "Who else are you planning on bringing here and telling a few of your secrets? Everyone that's going to be coming here today?"
Harry couldn't help the broad grin that made it's way onto his face at how it was worded, a 'few' secrets. "Actually, no. As well as you guys, I'm going to bring Neville, Katie and Tracey next"
Hannah's eyes in suspicion when she heard he paired up Neville and the playful Slytherin/Gryffindor duo. Harry explained "Don't worry Hannah, he's all yours. Yes Susan, I brought Daphne here a few days ago. Or should I say Morgana brought us here"
All eyes turned to Morgana who seemed to be floating fast asleep. Harry was wide eyed as he felt she was doing this on purpose, as if stating he might be capable of the feet somehow, someday. Feeling the eyes on her she yawned dramatically and returned to the floor. "Ahh, finally done Harry. I approve of both, so I'll make the wands, this way."
As they began to follow the girls fell into step with Harry. "What in Merlin's name, who is she and how can she float?" Susan demanded, watching the woman in front swaying her hips that seemed to have captivated Harry's current attention.
Harry shook his head before turning to Susan "Uh, well as I said before, that's Morgana. I don't think she's the real one of course, but she seems extremely powerful, also seems to have the same abilities as me, plus a few more. So I have no idea how old she is"
Susan went back over what she was told recently and her eyes went wide "She's immortal like you?"
Harry scratched his chin while ignoring Hannah's gasp as the realization hit her of what the woman in front of her was, as well as Harry's revelation "Nah, I can still be killed, it would just be effort for anyone who tries to kill me. My regeneration will continue to improve too. But I guess you could call me immortal as without someone killing me, I probably won't age beyond mid twenties or something, probably why she looks like that, that's probably the max age an immortal ages too. I can make others immortal too, but uh, a soul ritual is required"
Susan looked at Harry's embarrassed look curiously, it was plain to see she couldn't figure out why a soul ritual was required. Harry had no intention of explaining it, unfortunately Morgana had no qualms about it. "A soul ritual requires sex dear. Basically he can turn people by doing a ritual similar to marriage, minus the binding of souls to each other for all their lives. He is basically stating if you ever want to become immortal, you must have sex with him"
Harry sent the woman a harsh glare that she simply smiled broadly at, as both girls had deep blushes at the implications. Suddenly Susan seemed to come to a conclusion "You had sex with her Harry, at 11? Really, I don't think –"
Joint laughter was heard as both Morgana and Harry let loose at the statement "Merlin no child, he is years to inexperienced to hope to get me to do such a thing. I cannot turn another anyway. He was made what he was by another force, much older and wiser than I and sex was not involved in the process"
Susan immediately deflated at the statement and blushed brighter as the embarrassment of her outburst came forth. Harry couldn't believe the woman had shut him down so completely with that statement though. Shrugging off the broody feeling that was trying to come up Harry put arms around each girl.
"Don't think about such things anyway ladies, I have no intention of following such a route anytime soon. We are here for wands, oh I guess I should have asked before. Do you even want new wands?"
"is there even a difference, why does her wands matter much, besides that underage beacon?" Susan asked, genuinely curious of why Harry deemed getting new wands so important.
Harry merely explained by flicking both of his wrists, his phoenix holly wand and his new combination wand, he really didn't want to think of the many components in it though. He fired off a light incendio with his holly, before doing the same with his black wand. The burst of flame that shot forth was far more powerful. "I used the exact same amount of power on each wand just then, Ollivander's wand channels your own magic, Morgana's wands amplify them."
Susan got an odd gleam in her eye, as Hannah looked back at Morgana and she asked. "Something tells me, that she doesn't do this for just anyone, why us?"
The other two turned in her direction too to see Morgana gazing at the two girls in turn with great intensity. "Simple, you will help Harry, not hold him back. So I deem you each worthy of getting a true wand, not those pathetic sticks Ollivander calls quality. Don't worry, if I don't like someone, I won't make them a wand, no matter how much he begs me"
"Help Harry with what exactly?" Susan inquired, now curious of why the woman stated what she did.
Morgana laughed lightly "You shall see in time dear, for now you might what to teach him, some techniques so he might one day be able to catch my attention in another way"
Harry sighed at the insinuation again before noticing the cores were already on the table ready to be selected. He also noticed all the suits of armour and weaponry were missing from the area. Something that made him curious, did she think it would scare the girls or something?
Susan went first to select the right wood, she was unsure of what to expect when Morgana said feeling, but what she felt was unexpected. "What the fuck" The redhead exclaimed when she felt the wave of warmth spread across her body.
The direction of the laughter drew her attention immediately "Maybe now you know why seedy old men like Ollivander, don't use true cores and wood anymore, If every young witch felt that when they got a wand, well you get the point"
Susan nodded but didn't find any other wood that hit her so powerfully, she went back to it and Morgana explained "Interesting, heartwood. It is wood that is actually from a sentient tree, able to actually move around if necessary, and bring animals of all kinds with the safe feelings its spores bring forth to all that make contact with it. This wood was used in ages past to create magical staffs, deemed to be in tune with nature itself so be a much more powerful conductor for magic. They were right, meaning the tree is now extinct. A shame really. Now for you dear"
Hannah was curious of Susan's reaction and was eager to see what it was, she went to the woods and focussed to get the magical feeling flowing through her hands. The tingly sensation was interesting but she hardly saw it as that great. Her expectation dropped enough that when she reached her compatible wood, she dropped to the floor in shock as her body shuddered under the foreign jolt of warmth spread across her.
"Oh, first time dear" Morgana stated with a string of laughter, Susan was glaring at the woman for making it more embarrassing for her best friend. "Wait no, just caught off guard, my mistake" The statement confused Susan that Harry took notice and explained how she seemed to read minds.
"Hmm based on your personality, yes, this wood is a good match. Your magic knows you well dear, alright this here is known as Soulbark in our tongue. Similar to the heartwood, it releases spores to calm and seemingly cleanse anyone who is near it. The spores were so potent that the local creatures sent their criminals to it. The tree was seen as a gift from their higher entity they each believed in, able to see into your heart and erase the uncertainties, doubt, fear and darkness from your heart. The wood from such trees were used to make bow and arrows mainly, they were also the last sure known method to kill a dementor. There are of course others but it is not my place to say. Now for the cores"
Each girl only got one core that got a significant reaction, it confused Harry slightly as he got three, while Daphne got two. "The number matters not Harry, just because you got two wood and three cores doesn't make your wand better, it just makes it more tuned to your personal magic. Now Susan, the eternal rage hmm. This stone here contains the very essence of a magical spirit born from the anger and fear of a powerful group of magical creatures. I won't state what they were, but this spirit could warm the hearts of many, and drive them to insanity when angry, the spirit did not approve of many of their, certain methods. As a last resort the spirits asked an outsider to seal away the spirit. This core will amplify based on your heart's desire, meaning if you wish to protect, a spell designed to do so will get a significant burst, if you wish to hurt, you get the point dear"
Morgana gazed curiously after her explanation, honestly she hadn't expected such a core would select the girl. But like Daphne, perhaps she knew she would someday have to do what she needed to, to survive certain trials, an admirable trait. Turning her gaze to Hannah's core she nodded approvingly "A simple core but significant none the less. Tail feather of the royal phoenix, the oldest phoenix alive, supposedly born the moment magic came into this world. Being born of magic rather than through magical means, this tail feather amplifies not channels magic, so like the others, you will notice a difference to your previous wand. It also will work well with Soulbark, since phoenixes are empathic creatures by nature."
Harry actually laughed when the seeing the girls reactions to Morgana's speed. Especially since she clearly made Harry look slow in comparison. Susan seemed very interested to hear about what Harry's wand was made of, as well as Daphne's. Harry didn't bother thinking over it too much and explained them both in detail to them, he even turned into a lion when asked why he thought a Griffin was significant. Earning squeals from the girls, even after he roared at them, the insane look in Susan's eyes caused him to revert back to human and she pouted for the rest of the wait, since Harry refused to turn back into it.
Naturally they both asked if he could help them become animagi, Harry considered it, technically anyone is capable of it, as long as you have the willpower and open mind to become the animal your magic chooses. Both Hannah and Susan were strong minded girls, as were his other friends, even Neville as long as Hannah was near anyway. He agreed making Susan so happy she pecked him on the lips, stunning the boy in place.
Before anyone could comment on it Morgana appeared clapping loudly "About time some progress was made. Although, you weren't the first Miss Bones. Anyway, here are your wands ladies, until next time"
As soon as the girls grabbed the wands, they gasped at the same time they were wrapped in darkness. They reappeared in the Leaky Cauldron as if nothing had happened, the girls pointing their new wands at Harry. Their faces were both flushed that a few people turned to them with grins thinking the famous wizard had stated something inappropriate. A few keener eyes looked at the wands more than the scene.
Susan looked at the clock in the cauldron in confusion "Don't worry, you're not imagining it, it's still 8am." He sent her a wink, before using his finger to move the wand away from his face, the result was Susan blushing and putting it inside her robe. Harry suddenly paid more attention to it however, it seemed tighter than the usual robes witches wear. He saw the smirk appear on her face and figured that was intentional on her part.
"Well, that was interesting. Can't wait to try it out later, what time are the others getting here?" Hannah asked after feeling slightly awkward, sitting with the two preteens who obviously wanted each other. Harry now that he got a peck on the lips, even with his constant flirting, it was pretty obvious he seemed to act naive to the girls feelings. He was lucky he chose pureblood girls too, since they expect other women in their relationships.
Harry tore his eyes from the smirking redhead to answer the blonde "Well Neville shouldn't be long, I mean the others" The smirk widened to a full blown smile when he got a glare for the, mishap. But no sooner had he finished the statement, did the fireplace burst into green flames.
But instead of who Harry was hoping for, Fred came through, noticing Harry with two girls he got a broad grin as he came over. "I knew it, you couldn't resist getting some ladies here early Harrikens"
George came through next and noticed the girls too and sighed dramatically "Damnit Harry, you were meant to wait until we all got here before the girls start arriving." He then proceeded to pass his brother a few sickles.
Ron came through next and sent Susan a light glare briefly, Harry had noticed he only seemed to glare at Susan usually, was it because she was a redhead too? "Harry mate, I thought it was just going to be us?"
Harry blinked before shrugging "Figured I'd make it a group trip, besides, need good views on a busy day like today. It's packed already as you can see"
Harry ignored the light glares he felt from across the table, as well as the grins on the twins faces, he could see in the corner of his eye. "I feel the need to –"
"I would suggest, not finishing that sentence" Harry suddenly noticed Ginny, Mrs Weasley and Mr Weasley had arrived during the discussion. But it wasn't Mrs Weasley who caused George to pale.
"Ahh my favourite chasers, were you hoping to surprise me. Coming from the muggle entrance?" Harry stated before standing and giving the elder two hugs, a lingering one with Katie as per usual. "I feel more of Katie than usual"
The twins burst into laughter at the statement, a couple of chuckles were heard around and Harry felt glares on him seemingly coming from behind. Katie sighed before pecking him on the cheek but before she could speak, they were wrapped in darkness.
"I thought you said I needed to be in a secure place" Harry asked as the darkness faded, Katie had unconsciously buried herself somehow, deeper into Harry's embrace when the darkness appeared.
"Please, that's if you want to summon me. I can bring you here whenever I feel like it, well as long as I have the power to do so anyway. Now you must be the last one, my my, you have chosen well Harry, such good looking young ladies. I am Morgana, due to an agreement with the man holding you, I brought you here to make you a wand among something else I have in mind."
Harry raised an eyebrow at the something else part, why would Morgana bring only him and Katie, his plan was to bring Neville and Tracey too. The only answer he got was a broad smile on the woman's face, a smile that happened to unnerve him slightly.