Death's Life Debt Keeperoliver Chapter 23
A/N: First off, I wish to apologize to all the women named Gabrielle who I probably upset for spelling their name wrong. I was informed twice of my glaring mistake. I will not make the same mistake again. She will either be Gabrielle, or Gabby. Next, WhoareyouWhatdoyouwant has written a story based on our communications concerning Pebbles and Bamm Bamm, and I am included in the story. He is completely insane, and funny as all get out. If you can stomach his insanity, please read it. Next, I failed in my attempt to get the local paper to accept my suggestion for a song sung by Steve Miller to pay tribute to the people of Joplin. I guess they felt the song was not right for the situation. If you get the chance please listen to (I Want To Make The World Turn Around). I love that song, and if I find the time, I want to write a story based on it. (You will find it in my story Simply Irresistible).
I guess that's all for now, except I wish to thank all of my readers of this story for their support. It is causing a difference of opinions to many readers because of some of the things I state, like Hermione telling Harry that women are born with the feeling of wishing parenthood. And that Men and their callous feelings toward intimacy drive women to others of their sex. Please believe me when I say that this is not my feelings toward the matter, I was just trying to justify how the women with Harry are able to share their love with each other, including the intimacy they all share.
I better quit now while I still live. And now on to the reason I am telling you all this. The Keeper.
DLD-}
George stood there watching Fred and Angelina rolling on the floor, thinking things were going to get heated, but was surprised when Angel got up, and helped Fred up. He was even more surprised when she said.
"OH Fred, I am so happy for you. I was afraid I was going to make you miserable when I told you what I have to say. I have been offered a starting position on the Canons as a Chaser, and I accepted. With you and Gabrielle being bonded, I don't feel so bad when I say, I'm leaving Friday morning early for training. Please forgive me in waiting so long to tell you Fred, I just didn't know how to do it, and not hurt your feelings."
Fred pulled Angel in for hug, "Angel, I would never stand in your way of your choices in live. I love you, and will miss you, but, I will hex you if you don't send us some tickets our way."
"I already have them reserved in your families name for any and all games you wish to attend. Sorry, four tickets is all they would let me have. They are prime seats though in the celebrity reserved section. Tell Harry I had to use his name to get them, so he better show up to some of the games."
They broke off the hug, and Angelina left the twins with a smile on their face. George was wearing his because now he didn't have to try and find another woman and Fred, because he didn't have to try and figure out how to manage two women. He truly loved Angelina, but being bonded to Gabrielle put a different light on the subject. She was with him for life, not that he minded, but the strain that would put on his relationship he had with Angel would probably destroy it. It was better this way.
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It was four days after they returned that Remus was able to get every one involve with the investigation service they started. Even Kingsley was there, as was Filius and Minerva.
Remus started, "As you all know, Marauders Investigations is doing exceptionally well. It is thanks to all of you here that it is doing so well. However, the last case brought up a situation we need to avoid getting into in the future. It seems the rise of Tom Riddle brought about something that before now was quite rare. That is no longer the case. What once happened every 100 years has now happened six times in the past year. I am talking about bonding, before being married. Saving a person's life constitutes a life debt, and in some cases, a bond between the rescuer and the person rescued. I approached the Minister with this problem, and he has no solution. He cannot stop what is eventual.I have a solution, but, it may not be well accepted. Fred made me aware of the solution. Already being married is the answer."
The majority of the assembled grumbled at this.
"Please hear me out. If this makes you wish to discontinue association with the firm, please leave now."
The amount of people that got up and left disheartened Remus. Of the 100 assembled, more than 75% left.
Those that remained were Harry, Ginny, Hermione, Daphne, Susan, Fred, Gabrielle, George, Alicia, Ron, Parvati, Draco, Astoria, Neville, Hannah, Hagrid, Filius, Minerva, Tonks and Kingsley.
"Well it seems that didn't go as well as I planned. I was hoping a few more would stay. I say this, because what I say next will probably cause more to leave. Before we continue on with the investigations, we must all be married to prevent anything like what happened to Fred and Gabrielle to happen again. So if this is not what you want, please leave now."
No one else left.
"No one?"
They all still sat.
"Well, that went better than I expected."
Remus was disrupted when he heard someone clearing his throat. He looked up to see Severus and Narcissa standing at the door. "Have you got room for two more?"
Remus smiled at his new found friend, "Always, please join us."
They took a seat next to Draco and Astoria, both receiving hugs from the young adults.
"So, it is agreed that the company will put on hold all further investigations until we are all married?"
Harry stood up, "No, I don't think we will have to do that. There are some here that are married, and even though I wanted to wait until after we left school, if these lovely ladies will agree to it, I will marry them sooner. That is if the parents agree. What do you think Ladies?"
Other than Luna, they nodded their agreement. She accepted it in a different manner. She jumped on his back and began kissing him on the side of his face and neck. Harry grabbed her wrists and pulled her over his shoulder and gave her a kiss on the lips.
Luna finally calmed down, and Harry was able to get her settled on his lap. She curled up in his arms and pretended to fall asleep there.
Remus and Tonks looked down at the two with smiles and then Remus continued on. "Alright then, that takes care of six of you. Who's next?"
Draco pulled Astoria up with him, "If it pleases the court, I would like to announce our intentions."
The complete assembled group laughed at Draco's plea to the court. He was turning more and more into a Marauder. Harry looked at Draco, then did something no one thought he would do. He took his wand, and turned Draco's hair pitch black. He was right, he did look like Sirius when he was 18. Draco heard the laughter around him, and looked at Harry, "OK Potter, what did you do?"
Harry turned a parchment into a mirror and handed it to Draco, who looked into it. Harry couldn't believe when Draco began bringing the mirror around his head to see his hair from all sides. "Hmmm, not too bad Potter. Yes, not too bad at all. I rather like it. I may even keep it. What do you think Stor?"
Astoria pulled down for a kiss and said, "I think you look good like that also, although I did like the blond hair too. If you can get a tan with this hair color, you would definitely look good."
"Thanks Potter, the first smart thing you have ever done." Draco did not like the repercussions from that statement, as five hexes hit him at once. He stung in places he didn't know he had.
The one on the tip of his member hurt the most, and wondered who had done that one.
Luna hid her smile, Mission Accomplished.
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The next three days were filled with travel for the six, as they had to go around to all the families, and explain the situation. Hermione's parents were the hardest to convince. Molly was thrilled to find all of them were excited about the idea, and pulled them all into a hug, individually of course. It was more personal that way. The six swore it was because it hurt more.
Xenophilius was happy his daughter was turning into a woman, that will be loved and cared for by Harry. Even more thrilled when she would actually become Luna Peverell. The Peverell name was always an obsession with him, and the Deathly Hallows themselves. He was sorry to hear they had been taken by Death when Harry was granted his two wishes. He did have a question about that and had to ask Harry. "Mr. Potter, if I may, could I ask you a question?"
Harry allowed it, and Xeno asked, "Did you ask death about bringing back the dead?"
"Yes I did, why?"
"And it wasn't granted?"
"No sir."
"Strange. it should have been. How did you ask?"
"Please keep this to yourself. I asked if I could bring back the dead."
"Of course. Death is a sneaky one. Naturally, you can't bring back the dead, only he could. You asked the right question, but in the wrong way. You should have asked if he could bring back the dead. The way you asked it, he could answer no, and be done with it. Very sneaky indeed."
"Do you mean by asking the question wrong I lost the chance to have my parents and Godfather back?"
"I'm afraid so Mr. Potter. Too bad really."
Harry thought about it for a minute then said, "NO, I asked the right question. If I hadn't asked it the way I did, I would not be with the ones I love right now. As much as I would like to have my parents back, These beautiful young ladies are more important to me. I didn't know Sirius that long, but loved him all the same, but if having him here, meant I wouldn't be with my loves, then I am glad I asked the question the way I did."
Xeno smiled at the young man destined to be his son-in-law. He was sorry for turning him and his friends in to try and save Luna. He could not believe how easy Harry forgave him.
The Greengrass family were ecstatic about the turn of events. Their two daughters were marrying into two fine families, now that the Malfoy family was headed by Draco, who was influenced by Mr. Potter. And the Potters had always been a family of the light, and would remain so for as long as there was a male to carry on the family name. The Blacks would now be a family of the light, as well as the Greengrass, Bones and Peverell names. It had been hard to remain neutral during the war, but, the Greengrass name did, as well as the Davis name.
When all the families had been notified, the lovers returned to the castle where Harry had to hold Susan as she was the lone female to have no parents. Her and Harry shared the same fate, though she was lucky she had her Aunt Amelia to raise her for the most part. Harry had the Dursleys, and she felt sorry for him. The thought of his mum using the language on her sister caused her to blush when thinking about it. Which brought up a question. "Harry, don't you think it is time to visit with your cousin again, to see how his new stock boy is doing?"
Harry laughed, "You know what, Susan, You're right. It is time to see how he worked out, and to find out if Mum's curse is still working."
Harry took the portraits off the wall, and Put them in his pocket. Knowing he still had one more full day before he had to be back for classes, he decided to use this time to visit his cousin.
Dudley and Penny were relaxing on the love seat getting ready to start dinner when there was a knock on the door. Dudley got up to answer it, and was surprised when he saw Harry and his beautiful ladies standing there. "Harry, good to see you cousin. Won't you and the lovely ladies come in and join us. We were just getting ready to start dinner if you care to join us."
"I have a better idea Dudley, why don't you and Penny join us for dinner at a restaurant. My treat."
Dudley looked to Penny. She said, "We have to get all dressed up, and as late as it is, we will have to wait for ever to be seated."
"I already made arrangements for the six of us, I doubt two more will change that. And the meal isn't for another 90 minutes so you have time to freshen up. shouldn't take too much, as you look lovely Penny."
"OI Potter, she's mine. You've got enough on your plate, and what a meal they are. So leave mine alone." Dudley laughed out his reply.
Penny turned bright red at the compliment paid by Harry, and the remark Dudley made to show his affection.
An hour later Harry had them all in the fanciest restaurant Dudley and Penny had ever been in. Harry was greeted at the door and the group was led in to the head waiter where their coats were taken and they were led to a large table and given the menu and a wine list. Water was placed before them and they were left alone for a short while.
"Harry have you been here before. You seemed familiar with the head waiter. And to have two extra at the meal did not seem to be a problem, and it is very crowded here."
"The owner and I are very close. You might almost say we were brothers."
"You don't have any brothers Harry?"
"Didn't say I did."
"Forget I asked." Dudley laughed.
Before they could talk, a waiter approached and got their orders, and some wine from their private stock. Dudley tested it and was shocked at the smooth flavor of the wine. Not harsh like some of the cheaper wines. Or too sweet.
"OK Dudley, you have to tell us what his first day was like? And you know who I'm talking about."
Dudley laughed once again. "It was so funny Harry. Dad was shocked when he realized I was now his boss. He was ready to walk back out the door and quit. Then he came back and asked what it was I wanted him to do first. I had him dusting off stock that hadn't been moved in years. You should have seen him when he was done. His white shirt was grey. As was his face and hands. His area around his eyes was pink where he closed them while dusting. He must have drank a gallon of water, trying to get the dry feeling out of his mouth. Then I had him wash the delivery trucks that were caked with mud. The grey washed off to be replaced with the brown and red from the mud and clay. That was his first day history, and when I got home, Mum called to chew me out for being so terrible with my father. I told her that the things he did needed to be done, and he was available for the tasks. If he felt I was unjust, he could take it up with the plant manager."
Harry and his ladies laughed at the story, but, Dudley wasn't done. "Wait Harry it gets better. The next day, I had him remove some of the old stock to replace it with a new line we were starting. The parts had to be categorized, and logged in. It took two days for this. Then when he was done, I had him deliver all the parts to the line to get the product started. He was covered with grease, to include his hair. Mum called again to tell me to be easier on dad, because he couldn't take much more. I told her that if he couldn't take it, I would find someone else who could, and he could look for a new job, and hung up. Dad was back the next morning, ready for work. Harry he was starting to lose weight, and believe it or not, he was even feeling better. For the rest of the week, he was always asking for something to do. He was never idle. It has been three weeks now, and He is in the best shape I have ever seen him in. Mum still calls me, but now she is thanking me for giving her a new husband. He is more virile, energetic, and passionate. Disgusting right. I didn't need to know that. But any way he is my best worker, and we are father and son once again, and he is even civil with Penny. Mum too. I can't promise anything about you though. Mum is still furious about Aunt Lily's tirade, and cussing. Thank her for me, will you?"
Harry promised he would, and they got settled in for their meal which just arrived. The meal was divine, and the company was fantastic. Harry promised Dudley they would keep in touch, and he escorted them home, and the family took their leave. They returned to the castle, and went to bed, all six joining Harry in his bed. TO SLEEP.