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Harry Potter Hale Cullen
Harry looked over at the table, and could not believe his eyes. There was so much food; eggs, bacon, pancakes, waffles, porridge, toast, jam, butter, syrup, so much. He thought for sure with so much food he would get enough.
Emmett sat down, and kept Harry on his lap, "what would you like little man? A bit of everything or do you have a favourite?" Harry shrunk in on himself a little and just when Edward was going to answer for him, Harry spoke up.
"I've only ever had dry bread and cheese before. And water," Harry added as he looked at the juice and milk on the table.
"Well," Emmett said as he tightened his hold on Harry. You didn't have to be Edward to know what everyone was thinking, "How about we try a bit of everything and then you can pick out your favourites so we know what to make for breakfast in the future?" Harry smiled but did not move at all. So Emmett nudged him along, "you pick little man, take some of everything, okay?"
Harry nodded again and then took a deep breath, reaching out a shaking hand to scoop up some scrambled eggs. He placed them carefully on his plate, and looked around the table, making sure he was not going to get into trouble. When he saw everyone smiling at him, he grew steadier and added some bacon to his plate. Everybody watched as he took his first bite of bacon and smiled as his eyes lit up at the taste. "Oh I like bacon," he said, smiling at Rosalie.
Slowly but surely, Harry had a little taste of everything on the table, and discovered that he liked it all except waffles. When he was full, you could barely tell anything had been eaten at all. Esme had chocolate chip cookies in the oven for his snack time though.
Rosalie handed Harry his nutrient potion, and told him what it was for and that every morning after his food, he needed to take the potion. Harry just nodded his head, trusting his Angel, and drunk it down. It wasn't long until Emmett was sitting on the couch, Harry on his lap and Rosalie next to him, holding Harry's hand, while the rest of the family gathered around.
"Well Harry," Alice said, smiling at the little boy, "you wanted to know why we are so cold, in order to tell you, you have to promise never to tell anyone without out express consent, can you do that?" Harry's eyes widened at the thought of being told a secret, he knew how to keep secrets, he had done so with his other family, and he shuddered at the thought. "It's okay, Harry," Edward said, "this secret will not hurt you, it's just if people found out our secret, they would want to hurt us."
Harry made a face at that, he couldn't understand how anyone would want to hurt his new family, but he doubted anyone could hurt them with Emmett around. He smiled to himself at that thought and snuggled into his new daddy's chest. "I promise not to say anything."
"Do you remember the Goblins that were here and helped us yesterday?" Harry nodded his head at Carlisle's question.
"Yes sir, they said that magic was real and I was a wizard," he whispered shrinking back into Emmett and wondering if he was going to get a beating for magic actually being real, when he was told it wasn't.
"Yes that is true, you are a wizard, a very brave and strong wizard. And your parents were a witch and wizard too."
"They were killed by a bad wizard. Am I a bad wizard? Is that why I was left with the Dursley's?" From the look on Harry's face, everyone could tell that he thought he was. "No Harry, you are not a bad wizard, you are a very good wizard. The Dursley's were bad people, and they did not deserve the treasure that is you Harry." Rosalie said and then leaned over and kissed him on the forehead. Harry sighed, and scooted over so he was sitting half on Emmett and half on Rosalie, causing the family to giggle softly at the tiny boy trying to be on the two of them equally, when Emmett was so big.
"Okay," Harry replied, and then added, "are you wizards too?"
"No Harry, we are Vampires," Alice blurted out. Harry just looked at Alice and then the rest of the family with a quizzical face. "Vampires are immortals, we are turned from human by another Vampire with a bite. Our kind, have venom, instead of blood, and if we decided to turn another we just bite them and our venom does the job.
After an hour of discussing Vampires, what kinds there were and the difference between vegetarian Vampires and none, Harry was pretty sure he finally understood what they were talking about and really all he cared about was the fact that his family only drank from animals and didn't hurt people, unless by accident, like with Uncle Vernon. Edward was actually shocked that the little boy had taken it so well, and even understood most of what was said, and not one thought of them biting him entered the little one's mind.
They all knew that Harry would probably ask more questions the older he got but for now he was content to stay with Emmett and Rosalie, while being surrounded by his new family.
"Harry?" Alice called, "I'm going shopping today for last minute things before we leave, is there anything that you want?" Harry looked up at Alice, the shock plain on his face as he tried to comprehend being asked if he, Harry, the freak, wanted something. His little hands clutched together as his eyes began to sting.
"It's okay little man," Emmett whispered to him, and turned Harry around so his new daddy could cradle him to his chest, while still allowing Rosalie to run her fingers through his hair.
"What is it, Edward, why is he so upset?" Rosalie asked, her voice getting rather hysterical even at the low tone.
"He is just shocked that someone would ask him if he wanted something, he has never, in all the time he can remember, been asked or given anything. It's a little overwhelming."
"No thank you," he whispered, before burying his head in his daddy's chest.
"Well," Emmett said, "how about we get some outside shoes on your feet and your mummy and I take you for a run. Would you like that little man?" Harry nodded his head, still buried in Emmett's chest, a small smile on his face and he thought about how lucky he was now, since his new mummy rescued him.
After Harry changed his shoes, Rosalie and Emmett took turns running with Harry through the trees, and the young boy had never had so much fun in his life. He felt free and protected and loved all at the same time as the wind whipped through his hair. Emmett would often show off his strength to Harry by pulling up a tree from its roots and tossing it away like it was a feather, causing the young boy to giggle. It was these shows of strength, along with the love and attention he was shown that made Harry feel so special and safe, he knew it was right when he first laid eyes on Emmett, no one could harm him while he was with his new daddy or mummy.
It took a week to get settled into the new house, Harry was excited to be moving so far away from his Aunt and Uncle, the only thing he didn't like was the cold. He never understood why he didn't feel the cold from his mummy and daddy, or any of his new family, but he felt it when it was cold outside. And it was really cold in Alaska.
He was also still unsure around the new people, they had eyes like his family and his grandpa, as he had come to call Carlisle, said they were extended family but Harry just didn't feel comfortable around them at all. Especially after Kate had shocked him.
Harry had been in Emmett's arms when Tania and her family, Kate, Irina, Eleazar and Carmen, came to visit. They were all very curious about the young boy and after a quick and quiet conversation about his past and now being Rosalie and Emmett's son, they were introduced to Harry.
He had tried to be brave and shook hands with Tania first, who seemed more interested in Edward than Harry, as that thought flittered through his mind he swore he heard Edward chuckle, and was sure of it when the man winked at him as he looked over to him. That caused Harry to giggle, as he remembered Edward could read his mind.
Carmen had been very nice and had leaned in to kiss his cheek and tell him how handsome she thought he was. Harry blushed and buried his head back into Emmett's chest. Eleazar and Irina had looked him over and with a gruff hello moved on to talk to the other members of the family, causing Harry to become uptight and a little frightened. So by the time Kate had walked over to say hello and shake his hand, her gift and his magic had interacted and Kate's natural defences had come out and shocked the poor boy, before his magic had retaliated and thrown her across the room. The Denali Coven had quickly gone into attack mode as the Cullen's had gathered around Emmett and Harry, in defence mode, while Emmett tried to calm down his now crying son.
Kate had risen from the floor, with her hands raised in front of her, "sorry guys, my fault, I shocked the poor little lad, by accident. Not really sure what happened, but yeah, anyway, my fault completely. Is he all right, Emmett?" The Denali Coven stood as the Cullen's relaxed and tried to find out how Harry was doing. In the quiet they could hear him crying softly as he was trying to speak.
"Was I bad daddy, is that why the lady punished me?" It was heartbreaking to hear the little boy talk like it was all his fault instead of the accident it was.
"No buddy, it was just an accident, remember how we told you that some Vampires have extra abilities?" Emmett asked Harry as he moved to sit on the couch so he could craddle Harry while looking him in the eye.
" Like how you're really strong, and mummy is really pretty, and Edward can read my mind and Alice can see the future, and Jasper can make me sleepy and Grandma loves so much and Grandpa is really smart and helps people?" Harry asked, and even though his voice was so soft everybody could hear the passion in his voice as he talked about his family.
"Well sort of kiddo, you see, mummy, me, grandma and grandpa don't have any special abilities, only Jasper, Alice and Edward, but I'm glad you think we do have." Harry shook his head as he looked at Emmett in the eye.
"But you are really strong daddy, and no one is as pretty as mummy..." Emmett put his finger over Harry's lips and smiled at him widely.
"Okay kiddo, if you say so, but what I mean is how Alice and Edward and Jasper can do special things," he paused for Harry as the young boy thought it over and nodded but added, "but you are all still special," in a quiet whisper, causing everyone to chuckle.
"Well, sweetheart," Rosalie took over from her seat next to her husband and son, "Kate here can shock people with a touch. And Eleazar can tell if people have abilities and what they are."
"Oh," Harry said as he laid his head on Emmett's chest and yawned.
After that Harry was very cautious around them, except for Carmen, he really liked her. Kia had come with the Goblins who were to ward the house the next day and checked Harry over, she found him to be progressing nicely, stocked up his potion supply and promised to be back to check on him in a few weeks. There were no after effects from Kate's shock and it seemed now that Harry had experienced it once for a few seconds before his magic stepped in, she wouldn't be able to hurt him again. Kia had been very careful to make sure.
Time moved on in the Cullen house, and Harry grew stronger and more confident everyday around his new family. He still didn't like strangers much and preferred to keep close to his mummy and daddy, but would occasionally allow one of the other Cullens to hold him. They all enjoyed the time when Harry would choose them to spend time with. Over the months Alice had learned not to buy too much for Harry, because it overwhelmed him. He had toys that he barely touched, but his bear was rarely out of his arms. Jasper had started to read with Harry, the little boy could already read some things, again they believe his magic helped so he could read the list and do the chores to save himself from a beating. All the Cullens had come up with special things to do with Harry and it had become routine, and the amount of time he would spend with each member was increasing as the months wore on.
His favourite activity was still being held as his mummy or daddy ran really fast, though it was the time that Edward took him running that made Edward his very favourite Cullen that wasn't his mummy or daddy. Edward was fast, so fast Harry got a little dizzy the first time he ran with Edward. His mummy had yelled at Edward for a few seconds before Harry had laughed, like no one had ever heard him laugh before and clapped his hands. "More," he demanded, something that still shocked the Cullens, "more Edward."
So now when he went running he nearly always went in Edwards arms.
Time scooted forward as it always did, but it moved too fast for the Cullen's as July 31st rolled around and Harry had his 4th birthday and first ever party. Alice was trying her hardest to be as understated as possible, which for her was not easy at all and her family applauded her restraint. Though on the morning of his birthday, when Rosalie and Emmett brought him downstairs, he burst into tears when he saw the balloons, party hats and presents laid out all for him. Even with Jasper's soothing waves and his mummy and daddy's soothing words it still took almost an hour to calm him down.
After he had opened all his gifts, with shy smiles and muffled giggles through tears, Harry started to relax more than ever with his new family. And for the first time ever, he asked for something, thinking it was okay to do so on this day, his birthday, since everyone had made such a big deal about him.
"Edward," he called quietly, and waiting until the man in question moved to his side. He then buried his head into Emmett's chest and turned slight so his mouth wasn't blocked by the hulk of a chest his daddy had, "would you please take me for a run?" he asked, his voice meek and his face flushed with embarrassment and a little fear.
Edward smiled and ran his hand through Harry's hair gently, "I would like nothing more than to take you for a run, my little treasure," he answered and Harry giggled. He loved all the pet names each of his family had for him. He was Edward's little treasure, his mummy and daddy's little man and sweetheart, he was Alice's angel pie and Jasper's handsome boy and his grandpa's little genius and his grandma's most precious. But they all mixed and matched their pet names and there were plenty more, these where his favourites and the ones used most often. All together they made him slowly feel he was worth something.
Edward held out his arms to Harry and with a quick look at his parents, Harry moved to Edward and wrapped his little arms around Edward's neck. "Will everyone come with us?" Harry whispered in Edward's ear, though everyone heard.
"If you want them to, precious," which caused Harry to smile even more. Besides his mummy and daddy's pet names for him, being called precious made his little heart fill with joy. His little nod of the head had everyone up and ready to go.
"Hang on, I have to get you dressed for a run, little man," his daddy said as he moved to pluck Harry from Edward to take him upstairs to change into his warm running clothes. Harry made a little impatient noise as he was removed from Edward's arms and then squeaked and hid his face, covering his head with his hands.
Everyone in the room stilled to an unnatural degree, before Edward, the first to move, went to Harry's side and ran his fingers through his hair. "No one is ever going to hurt you sweetheart, you never have to worry about saying what you're feeling or even becoming annoyed. We all love you very much." With each word and each touch, Harry slowly relaxed and sighed into his daddy's chest. Sometimes he felt so stupid, he didn't want to lose what he had now, but he couldn't help how he reacted sometimes, even though he tried. "We know sweet baby, how hard it is for you, and you don't have to worry, we will never get upset over things you can't help."
"I'm sorry," he whispered and cried softly when Edward kissed him on the forehead.
"You have nothing to be sorry for sweetheart. Now do you still want to go for a run or would you like to lay down first for a while? Its been a busy morning." Emmett asked while Rosalie was being held by Esme so the boys could handle Harry, much to the blonde's annoyance.
Harry yawned, and mumbled into Emmett's chest, "I, um, a nap, please. But you will take me running after won't you, Edward?" Harry's voice even though soft held a sense of desperation and pleading to it, that broke their hearts.
"I promise Harry," Edward said and kissed his head again. "Who do you want to take you for your nap. They always asked after the third week, when Harry had unexpectedly wanted to nap with Jasper, while being read to. It had been a surprise when Edward had quietly told them what little Harry had wanted but refused to ask for. It wasn't often he chose someone other than Rosalie or Emmett, but after that time he was always given a choice.
"Daddy," he whispered and curled into Emmett and yawned again.
"Okay little man, let's get you to bed."
As Harry napped upstairs with Emmett, the rest of the family discussed his progress. "He is coming along nicely, I've noticed that his regressions have become fewer and fewer as time goes on. And how wonderful that he asked for something," Carlisle said, a small smile on his face, his eyes shining with the pride he felt for how far Harry had come in such a short time.
"I still worry, it breaks my heart watching the struggles he has to go through because of those disgusting relatives of his," Rosalie sneered, "It's a pity I didn't get to kill the woman too."
"You have to admit he is doing well though, Rosalie," Jasper said, "he lets others tuck him in, and he is starting to spend more and more time with others of us, instead of just clinging to you and Emmett." Jasper paused before a small smile touched his lips, "he has taken quite the shine to Edward too."
"I think that's because I was there the first day with Rosalie," then it was Edwards turn to smile, "plus I run fast, he seems to love going as fast as possible."
The family spend the rest of Harry's nap time in discussion, while Emmett watched over his little boy, running his hand through Harry's hair while he slept. He had never thought he would have the chance to become a dad, he knew how much Rosalie wanted to be a mother, but he had just pushed it aside as something that would never be, since he became a Vampire.
But now, his heart burst with love for the little boy that had wormed his way into all their hearts. It took a lot to change a Vampire, and once that change was made it was permanent. Harry was theirs and nothing would change that. The love and pride he had for his son was tangible. The only way he could begin to describe it was the way he felt about Rosalie, he loved them both with every particle that was in him, and he would lay down his life in a second to keep them safe.
Family, it had become one of his favourite words. He was startled out of his thoughts as Harry began to squirm around next to him. The little boy would always seek out the person next to him before he would open his eyes. Rosalie had told him that it was Harry's way of making sure he hadn't dreamed them all up. His little hand reached out and attached itself to Emmett's arm and he wriggled his way over until he was plastered to Emmett's side. Only then did he open his eyes.
"Hey little man, did you sleep well?" Emmett asked as Harry raised himself up and wiped the sleep out of his eyes. He nodded to Emmett, and then his eyes opened wide and he turned to his dad.
"I'm sorry I made a fuss, daddy?" He whispered and then hung his head. Emmett placed a finger under Harry's chin and lifted gently so his son was looking him in the eye.
"You, my little treasure, have nothing to be sorry for. You did absolutely nothing wrong. We all get annoyed at times in our life and you have every right to express it. Understand?" Harry looked at his dad for a long time, searching for what Emmett wasn't sure, but finally he nodded and smiled slightly before wrapping his arms around his dad.
"I love you, daddy," he whispered, causing Emmett's heart to leap into his throat and tears that would never come to prick at his eyes. Harry had never said that before, to anyone and Emmett was astounded that he was first. He was also sure that Rosalie would be gutted but happy.
"I love you too, little man, more than words can express." Harry pulled back and smiled widely at his daddy before doing something else new, he leaned up and kissed his daddy's cheek. By the time Emmett had Harry dressed and headed downstairs he was walking on clouds. He couldn't remember ever being this happy, except for when he had meet his Rosalie.
The family were all smiles as they saw them come down, having heard little Harry and Emmett. Rosalie was just as Emmett had though she was a cross between happy and sad, but was smiling brightly at her son.
Harry held his arms out for her, it was almost like he could feel what she was feeling and he hugged her close and kissed her cheek when she took him then whispered, "I love you, mummy," Like Emmett, Rosalie had never felt anything like this before, she had dreamed of having a baby, and having moments like this and now she was living it, it was beyond her expectations.
"I love you too, sweetheart, so so much, more than words can even say. You are the most precious thing in the world to me." Harry had tears in his eyes and slowly spilling down his cheeks as he smiled at his mummy. He felt so full up inside he could barely breathe. He had a mummy and daddy that loved him and he felt, for the first time he could remember, complete.
"Can we go for a run now?" he asked and everyone chuckled.
