Chapter 6
Harrison and Tom lied on their beds in their room, calm and reading books as usually. But they weren't as calm as they behaved. Today, 31st of December, their Hogwarts' Letters will come. Finally, they could leave the orphanage for 9 months and go to the school. Harrison stared at the window. When will it come? he thought.
Outside in front of the door stood a man. He wore half-moon spectacles and had a silver beard. Albus Dumbledore. He knocked. The door went open and Mrs Cole appeared in the doorway.
' Hello.' Mrs Cole looked exhausted. This year, there were 5 children abandoned to the orphanage and Mary was ill, so she had to do everything.
' Hello. May I introduce myself. I'm Albus Dumbledore.' Dumbledore said politely.
' I'm Mrs Cole. It's a pleasure to meet you.' Mrs Cole gave him a weak smile. ' What do you want?'
' I came here for Tom Riddle and Harrison Collins. I want to offer them a place at my school. I'm a teacher by the way.'
' Ah! Yes. Come in.' She stepped away from the doorway, letting him in. Dumbledore walked inside and mrs Cole closed the door.
' Follow me.' She turned and Dumbledore followed.
' What school is it then?' Mrs Cole asked curiously and turned her face to him.
' It's called Hogwarts.' Dumbledore replied. ' We think they have qualities we are looking for. This will make everything clear.' Dumbledore put his hand in his pocket and took a piece of paper. He gave it to Mrs Cole. Mrs Cole looked at it and was convinced.
' Can I ask you something?' Dumbledore began politely.
' Yes, of course.' Mrs Cole replied.
' Can you tell me something about Tom and Harrison's past?'
' Yes. Everyone in the orphanage is scared of them. There are much incidents what involved them but it's hard to catch them. They have only one friend, each other. O, and there are always snakes around them.' Dumbledore was curious, but didn't press her.
' Could you tell me about their parents?' Dumbledore asked.
' Well, we don't know anything about Harrison's parents. I found him on the doorstep. Mary, my colleague, gave him a name. About Tom Riddle's parents we don't know that much too. But we know his father left his mother. He was also called Tom Riddle. Tom's middle name is called after his mother's father. Marvolo. His mother died in this orphanage, only telling Tom's name, that were also her last words.' Dumbledore nodded.
' Ah! Here we are. Mrs Cole opened the door. ' Tom, Harrison... this is mr. Dumeldoor...Dunderbore.. He wants to speak with you.' Dumbledore stepped in the room and Mrs. Cole closed the door. Harrison and Tom looked at Dumbledore who was now sitting in a chair furiously and put their books away, so he couldn't see it.
' What are you doing here?!' They both hissed in unison.
' Offer you a place at Hogwarts' He answered calmly.
' Could you go now!' Tom asked, but it sounded more like demanding.
' No, I have to escort you to Diagon Alley, give you the tickets for platform 9 3/4 and your Hogwarts' Letters.'
' You don't have to escort us and you can give the tickets and the letters now.' Tom said coldly.
' Boys, I'm s-' Dumbledore was interrupted by Harrison.
' What, you was sorry to use legilimency on 2 mere children?!' Harrison really lost his patience, but Tom put his hand on the others shoulder.
' Give the tickets and the letter and go.' Dumbledore stared at them and nodded. He took the tickets and the letters and give it to them.
' Are y-' Dumbledore was interrupted twice.
' Yes, we are. Get out.' Tom said lowly and dangerously. Dumbledore wanted to struggle but considered it would only made it worse. He strode out of the room, leaving a furiously Harrison and a expressionless Tom behind him.
When Tom was sure the old goat was gone, he patted Harrison on his head. ' C'mon, be a bit more happy. He is gone and we have our Hogwarts' Letters.' Harrison nodded and tried to smile.
' Here.' Harrison looked surprised at the 2 packages Tom gave him. ' What-'
' It's your birthday present. Well, presents.'
' Thank you!' Harrison expression changed from furious to happiness, He hugged Tom, who flushed a bit.
' I won't break a promise. Open it!' Harrison first opened the small package. It was a ring with a dark stone. Harrison looked confused at Tom. ' It's an heirloom. You know Slytherin etc. It's also a Horcrux. ' Harrison looked at him with wide eyes. ' A horcrux! Are you sure to give it to me? I mean what if someone stole it or something? How did you even manage to get this? I thought you hadn't any heirlooms.' Harrison asked.
' Slow down. Yes, it's a horcrux. And don't worry, I've placed strong spells on it, only you and I can touch it. A month ago, I sneaked out of the orphanage, you were asleep, and I went to the Gaunts and the Riddles. I killed them, except for Morfin, my uncle. But you do not want to know what I did to him. I stole the ring.' Tom explained.
' So, who's the one you killed to make this horcrux?' Harrison asked curiously.
' My stupid muggle father.' Tom answered coldly.
' Is that why you did so much researched about the Slytherin line and your father?' Harrison asked, while Tom rolled his eyes.
' I take it as a yes.' Harrison kissed Tom's cheek, who now blushed more.
' Thanks!' Harry cheered. Harrison opened the second present. There lied a locket in the box. Harrison stared unbelievable to at it.
' How did you manage to get this?'
' Stolen and stupid luck.' Tom grinned.
' Tsk. Not fair. You know it sounds odd. I found Slytherin's locket with luck.' Harrison said sarcastically.
' But thanks! Here.' He gave a package to Tom. He opened it and also stared unbelievable at it, while Harrison grinned.
' Again, luck?'
' Yes, with stupid luck.' Harrison replied.
' Where did you get Hufflepuff's goblet?' Tom asked.
' Fat woman.' Harrison grinned.
' Do I want to know it?'
' No...Tommy boy!'
' You stupid brat!'
' Love you too, Tom.' Harrison smirked.
Author Note
And did you like it? I hope you did and still do! Thanks for the reviews! Most, no let's say everyone, would like slash. I think I will do slash but I'm not going too far. I'm 14! Perhaps I'm old enough to write such things, I certainly don't think so, but you have to know I'm quiet bad with uhm.. seksual things. The worst of my school perhaps. Also, I hope you do not expect to much of me. I've only read slash but never written them, but I will try.
Thanks! :) for the reviews! Now reach the 20? I hope so.
Also, I'm really busy this week. So, I won't update this week, Unless you review! I will really try to make some free time, but I just can't promise I will update this week. But next week, there will be a new chapter for sure! So I really appreciate it if you review, it will encourage me.
Xxx Thefanficwriter10101
Ps Thanks people who followed and favourited this story too.
Pps Next time : Platform 9 3/4
Ppps : Happy Holiday!
Pppps : Does someone read the wheel of time series? I want to know if it's a good book to read in the vacation.
Words : 1283