Harry was sleeping on the chair next to Sirius' bed when he was shaken awake. He rubbed the sleep from his eyes and as he yawned, he saw Remus staring back at him.
"Hey Remus" he greeted.
"Harry. Good morning" replied Remus.
"What time is it?" asked Harry straightening his back and stretching his arms.
"9 in the morning. I would've been here earlier but something came up".
"It's not a big deal" said Harry. "I did volunteer to watch over Sirius during the night".
"Has he woken up?" asked Remus.
"No" answered Harry. "The healer did say he would get better in a day or two, but I don't know exactly when he'll wake up".
"Do you want to go home and sleep?" asked Remus.
"No" replied Harry shaking his head.
Then his headache reminded him of the drinking he'd done. He had done a lot of thinking the night before. He fucked with the timeline and was still expecting events to happen according to the books. Sirius being attacked instead of Arthur was proof enough. Now he wasn't too confident in his friends escaping the battle at the ministry relatively unscathed. Perhaps he'd think of a solution soon.
"Then at least take a shower" suggested Remus.
Harry nodded. Andromeda had cleaned Sirius' blood off him, but he had the sensation of being sticky. As if he had dried syrup on his body.
"Kreacher" he called and the elf showed up instantly.
"What can Kreacher do for young master?"
"Can you take me home?"
The elf nodded and approached Harry
"I'll be back shortly" said Harry.
Remus nodded as the boy disappeared. He then saw the near empty bottle of tequila by Sirius' bed. He reached for it and chugged the remaining contents. He himself had a few drink the night before with Andromeda and Ted. He had almost lost his best friend. As the alcohol burned its way down through his throat he spied the sleeping form if his best friend. He was overcome with relief that Sirius was still with him.
"Thank you Harry" he said to the room.
Harry was currently taking a shower at his home. He had come up with a plan for the ministry battle.
"Not to toot my own horn, but beep beep" he stated.
He then stared at his reflection in the mirror. He had filled out a bit more since the summer.
'No wonder Suze can't keep her hands to herself' he joked.
As he dressed he drank a combination of hangover and pepper up potions. He called Kreacher to take him back to the hospital.
Remus was reading the Daily Prophet when Harry returned.
"Anything noteworthy?" asked Harry.
"Here" said Remus handling Harry the paper.
Lord of The Noble and Most Ancient House of Black attacked. At Death's door.
Harry raised and eyebrow as he read. The article mentioned basic background information on Sirius. His age, Hogwarts house, and the fact that he was single. It did also mentioned Sirius surviving the attack from a magical creature, but the title would certainly help sell copies.
Harry could think of two individuals who would be upset that Sirius survived. He wasn't sure how Narcissa would react. He didn't know anything about her. Well, he did know she was a REALLY good looking women. Harry had recalled seeing her using old him's memories. His Milf fetish quickly resurfaced.
'Regardless of how they feel, I'm the heir to the Iron Throne' he thought jokingly.
Andromeda and Ted Tonks arrived and they all got together to talk about what was happening in the country. Harry was debating whether to tell Amelia about the impending Azkaban breakout. He didn't want to change events again, but certainly preventing the most able Death Eaters from escaping would be nothing but a good thing.
Hours later Tonks arrived during her lunch break.
After greeting her Harry stated "Sorry Dora. With all the commotion last night I forgot to say Congratulations".
"You know?" said Remus.
"Yes" replied Harry.
"Thank you Harry" replied Tonks caressing her stomach.
"When are you letting people know?" asked Harry.
"Christmas" replied Tonks with a smile.
Harry noticed Remus was being sullen about Tonks being pregnant.
'God his fucking marauder name should be Moody, not Mooney' thought Harry.
"Are you okay Remus?" asked Harry.
"What? Oh yeah" replied Remus quickly.
Andromeda and Ted were ecstatic about being grandparents. Andromeda was worried at first, but Remus had the means to provide for her daughter. The fact that he was a werewolf wasn't something she quickly dismissed, but Remus made Nymphadora happy. That was enough for now.
Remus had a talk earlier in the week with Dumbledore. He was positive his child wouldn't inherit the "monster" within, but he was clinging to a small doubt. Being surrounded by his new family, Remus decided to just live as Harry had advised him.
"We still haven't decided on names" stated Remus.
"Is that a fact" said Harry noticing the change in his mood.
"I actually had a thought if the baby was a boy" said Tonks.
"Let me guess" said Harry. "Ted?".
"How did you know?" asked Tonks surprised while her dad celebrated in the backgroud. Andromeda shushed him, but couldn't help smiling at her husband's antics.
"Like I said" stated Harry. "I know you".
Tonks smiled and hugged him.
Remus liked the name. It was certainly more modern than whatever he could come up with.
"By the way" began Harry facing Tonks. " I don't mean to come of as rude, but weren't you on a potion?"
"I was" answered Tonks. "Thinking back, it happened so fast".
Harry's lips twitched into a smile "I'm sorry Dora. I didn't know Remus was so quick to shoot, but you are a hottie so I can understand".
"Hey" said Remus indignantly. Ted and Andromeda couldn't hold their laughter.
Tonks was still laughing when she began "You have to take the potion once a month, but one night, Mr. Couldn't keep his hand to himself didn't listen to me and came inside".
Harry nodded. He knew from experience how hard it was to pull out sometimes.
Remus and Ted both stepped out of the room. Ted didn't want to hear the sordid details his daughter was spouting and Remus wasn't as free spirited as his friends James and Sirius. They were so casual when it came to sex, but he was more conservative. Harry and Tonks began to joke about sex and Andromeda quickly joined them.
A while later, the men returned to find Tonks and Harry talking about his relationship with Susan. Tonks was happy Harry had found someone that made him happy. He certainly deserved it.
Sirius began to stir.
"Sirius? Sirius" shouted Harry as he ran to his godfather.
"Hey Harry" croaked Sirius.
Harry embraced his godfather in a manly hug "You scared us you mangy mutt".
Sirius' eyes teared up and a guilty expression overcame him "I'm sorry Harry. The last thing I want is for you to be alone again".
Harry shook his head "I'm sorry Sirius. I didn't mean for it to sound like I was blaming you".
"How do you feel?" asked Remus.
"Mooney" Greeted Sirius. "Like shit".
Tonks laughed "Hey Sirius. Glad to see you back with us".
"Glad to be back Nym".
"Nym?" asked Tonks with a look that was reminiscent of Andromeda when she was displeased. Ted shivered and Andromeda held back her laughter.
"I mean I'm glad to be back Tonks".
"That's better" said Tonks. "Listen guys, I have to get back".
As she left Andromeda hugged Sirius. "You scared me cousin".
"Sorry Andy" replied Sirius.
Andromeda hugged him a bit more tightly then released as Ted shook Sirius hands.
"I'm glad you're okay".
"Thank you Ted" said Sirius. He was reminded what familial love was like. It was something he hadn't felt since Lily and James were alive.
"So, what happened?" asked Harry.
Sirius ' face darkened "Lets's see. I recall guarding the "weapon", when something bit into my neck from behind".
Sirius paused for a bit recalling the pain.
"Then it struck a second time. I barely had time to react with my knife".
"The knife come from you know where?" asked Harry.
Sirius nodded "Yes. I've been cataloging what's inside the room. There's way more thing than we originally thought. You should grab a knife yourself. It comes in handy for emergencies".
Harry agreed.
"What do you mean you know where?" asked Andromeda.
Sirius looked guilty about hiding things from his family. "Sorry Andy. It's a secret".
"She's family Sirius. And I'm sure she isn't a stranger to secrets" said Harry. He knew the more people knew about the room, the higher the chance the secret got out, but he saw the look Sirius had on his face when he had to deny Andromeda. Harry certainly believed family came first.
Sirius nodded. "I'll have Harry show you soon, or If you want to wait till I get out".
Andromeda agreed. She never expected a secret room in the home.
"By the way, how did I end up here?" asked Sirius.
"Kreacher" informed Remus.
Sirius nodded "Guess I'll have to be nicer to him now".
"You should've been doing that all along" chastised Harry.
"Whatever" said Sirius. "The good news is Old Padfoot came through once again".
"Old?" asked Harry amused.
"You heard wrong kiddo" replied Sirius. "Padfoot is still young and on the prowl".
"More like a dry spell" muttered Remus.
Everyone laughed as Sirius pouted.
Soon enough, Sirius began to entertain well wishers. It was mostly old classmates of his and ex girlfriends, who were hoping to rekindle a spark with the Lord Black.
Hours later Harry was pleasantly surprised when his friends showed up. Luna had jumped into his arms. She was consoling him about almost losing his godfather. She knew how important Sirius was to him. Hermione also kept close to him as the rest of the party entered. Neville and his grandmother had also arrived with the Weasleys. They had all apparently agreed to come to the hospital together.
Minutes later while Sirius was joking and basking in the attention, Susan and Amelia Bones showed up. While Amelia was on friendly terms with Sirius, it was clear that Susan wanting to see Harry was the main reason for the visit.
The couple excused themselves and entered a nearby empty room.
As Susan pulled Harry into a hug she asked him "How are you?".
"I'm fine Suze".
Susan rolled her eyes. "Harry it's me . I'm not one of the guys. I know you. Now tell me, how are you?".
Harry sighed "What do you want me to say Suze? That it was one of the worst nights of my life? That I stayed up all night blaming myself? That I was so scared that I would lose him. He's all I've got left".
Susan shook her head. "Don't be stupid. How could it be your fault? You have people who love you. You have your friends. You have me" she added looking into his eyes.
"That I do" replied Harry as he leaned in to kiss her. All his fears melted away. Sirius was alive and he had a beautiful girl in front of him.
Susan pushed Harry to the empty bed and climbed on top of him. She began to kiss him passionately and Harry's hands began to explore his girlfriend's body.
Just then, Amelia Bones appeared and knocked on the open door "Susan it's time to go".
Her eyes narrowed when she saw Harry's hands carrescing her niece's bum.
She coughed.
Susan and Harry separated slowly and Amelia caught a glimpse of their joined tongues.
"Sorry auntie" said Susan standing up and rearranging her clothes.
Amelia merely looked at Harry "Didn't you get my note Mr. Potter?".
"I did" repled Harry staring back at the imposing woman.
"It's not a big deal auntie" said Susan. To prove it, she grabbed Harry's ass and squeezed it. "See".
Harry jumped forward in shock.
Amelia couldn't help but laugh.
"He's been a perfect gentleman auntie. We've been going at the pace I've set".
Amelia happily nodded and added "And it shall remain so going forward Mr. Potter".
"Of course Madam Bones" replied Harry sharing a knowing look with Susan.
Susan kissed Harry once more and said "Owl me".
Harry nodded. The Bones family traditionally celebrated Christmas with The Abbots, so they would not see each other for the holidays.
Susan squeezed Harry's ass once more and said "Bye luv".
Harry muttered "bye" feeling like a piece of meat as Amelia's receding laughter echoed through the halls.
He returned to his godfather's room where Neville invited him to visit his parents. Harry readily accepted and it took him a few seconds to realize the he was the only one invited. Augusta was so proud of Neville. She knew Neville was ashamed of his parents. The way he spoke of them now was heartening to her.
Harry decided to go home with his friends. He had gotten a chance to speak with Sirius and that was all he wanted to do. Andromeda had followed him home and entered the secret room. She was shocked. Harry laughed at her expression. Ted merely whistled, but soon became uneasy when he noticed that every object was of a dark nature. He left them down there alone. Andromeda and Harry went through the room methodically. Harry found a knife with the Black Family motto "Toujours Pur" on the hilt.
"Nice"
Andromeda approached him and inspected the knife. "It is rather elegant and beautiful".
"Just like Narcissa" stated Harry thinking of her.
Andromeda couldn't help but laugh.
"Did I seriously say that out loud?" he asked.
Andromeda nodded.
"Sorry" muttered Harry embarrassed. "It's just hard to believe you're all older than you look".
Andromeda thanked him and began to tease him. Harry realized that Tonks had inherited that trait from Andromeda. They left the room after Andromeda had collected a few items herself. When she asked Harry for permission he was dumbfounded.
"They're your family's treasures Mrs. Tonks"
"Call me Andy or Andromeda" she replied. "And you're the future Lord Black. It is only proper to ask for permission".
Harry nodded and gestured for Andromeda to have at it.
The next day Sirius was discharged. They celebrated as soon as they got back to headquarters.
On Christmas Day, Sirius informed Harry what his gift was "Tomorrow we will go to the ministry at 8 am. We're going on a trip together".
"Really? Where?" asked Harry with excitement.
"That my dear godson, is a secret".
Molly and Arthur frowned. They were sure Dumbledore hadn't approved of Harry taking any trip.
Harry's face fell for a half second due to the destination being kept from him, but the smile returned to his face. A trip with Sirius sounded great.
He opened a few more gifts. Books were the common theme.
Susan had sent him a silver wristwatch. It was inscribed "S and H forever".
'Oh boy' thought Harry. He liked Susan, in fact he most likely loved her, but he wasn't too sure on the forever part quite yet. Maybe in a few years. It was just his luck to make plans to date around and have that come crashing down, as his first choice happened to be such a great girl.
Sirius laughed at Harry's face and took the watch from the boy. He read the inscription out loud.
The twins laughed and Hermione looked triumphant. According to her, Harry's womanizing had finally caught up with him.
Ron was the only person who could symphatize. He had receieved various gifts from Lavender Brown. How could Ron have possibly known that waving at the girl before jumping into the hidden chamber, would come back at him in such a fashion.
Hermione noticed Ron's gifts and was less jealous than she normally would be. She felt hopeful when she caught the look that Harry had when he read the inscription, which she believed meant that he wasn't too serious about Susan either. Maybe she could have her turn soon enough. Harry would of course have to wait until marriage for anything to happen. Hermione blushed. She couldn't believe she was thinking of such things and went back to enjoying the party.
All of Harry's friends opened his gift and found a basilisk hide vest for them. They thanked him and tried them on. Even though the plan had changed, the vest were necessary.
Harry had sent Susan two things. A basilisk vest, and a silver charm bracelet with Prongs and Snow, Susan's polar bear Patronus. That was a surprise at first, but after learning polar bears were all about family and did their utmost to defend their young, he could see it. Most of the study group could manage a corporeal Patronus. Since Harry didn't slow down for them, they moved at a faster rate than the DA.
Christmas dinner was a lovely affair. Everyone cheered when Remus and Tonks announced their pregnancy. Moody joined in the festivities with Harry and the men as they all got hammered. It was the first time the man let his hair down completely. He drank with them on occasion, but this was different.
The next day at six in the morning, Sirius and Harry woke early for their scheduled trip. Sirius had later confessed to Harry that he had said eight in the morning, because he was sure the Weasleys would let Dumbledore know. Sirius was still being tight lipped about where they were going, but Harry noticed he was very giddy.
"You're going to love it Harry. I just know it".
Harry nodded and grabbed on to the old boot the ministry aid handed them. He felt the usual tug at his navel and was pulled into a maelstrom of lights and sounds. The trip lasted a lot longer than he thought it would. When he landed he felt disoriented. His sight was the first thing that came back to him. He found himself standing in a giant room with an expansive and richly decorated roof and a white marble floor. It was brightly lit. He saw various wizards walking about in plain clothes Most of them were tanned. Slowly he began to register the sounds. He heard Spanish being spoken. Then he saw a few goblins running around. Harry followed them with his gaze. As he turned his eyes met Sirius' who had a huge grin on his face
"What do you think?".
"Is this where I think it is?" asked Harry seeing a sign that said Ministerio De Magia.
"It's Mexico" said Sirius excitedly.
Harry was stunned. He only visited a small part of Mexico when he visited his grandparents.
"Don't you like it?" asked Sirius expecting a bigger reaction.
"Of course I do Sirius. Thanks" replied Harry as he hugged his godfather.
"Where are we, exactly?"
"Mexico City" replied Sirius.
Harry became excited. He always wanted to visit the place.
"Are we going anywhere else?" asked Harry.
"Yes" said Sirius. "I planned every second of this trip. Well not every second, but you'll enjoy it".
Harry slowly began to register the possibilities. If they visited a certain town, there was a chance he could run into his mother, who would still be living there. He then realized he would have to at least explain why he wanted to go there to Sirius and his hopes were crushed.
'She isn't your mother. At least not anymore'.
They were led out of the building after the paperwork was completed. They basically had to agree to the usual. Keep magic a secret from the muggles and don't use magic to break the law. They also picked up the additional portkeys Sirius had ordered. The ministry worker had seemed surprised at the list of cities they were visiting. Harry, however didn't comment on it.
The days passed in a blur for both Sirius and Harry. Sirius was shocked Harry knew Spanish. Harry had told him his muggle school ensured they learned a second language and with Spain close to England it was useful. The lax laws allowed them both to party every night like it was the end of the world. Harry stayed true to Susan. He may be a dick, but he wasn't that much of a dick. Sirius enjoyed himself rather well. Harry had to keep reminding Sirius to silence the door in their shared hotel room. The dry spell was broken. Harry had realized why the ministry worker had seemed surprised by the cities Sirius chose. They were all party cities. Not something suitable for a supposed father and son trip. Everywhere they went, had a beach and a vibrant night life.
One day, Harry and Sirius returned to their rooms for a bit of rest. On the table was a note under a basket of pickle chips. The note said Keep at it. Here's a reward for your hard work. Next to it was a short rope. Harry recalled seeing those pickle chips before.
"What is this?" said Sirius as he approached the table waving his wand. "A portkey?".
"What?" asked Harry dropping the note.
"The rope" said Sirius. "It's a portkey. But it wasn't among the ones I ordered".
"Let's take it" said Harry.
"Don't be an idiot. We have no idea who put it there, much less where we would end up".
Harry didn't care. He knew who left the note. He grabbed the piece of rope and it began to glow.
"Dammit Harry" shouted Sirius grabbing the rope as well, not wanting to let Harry go to wherever he would end up alone.
They found themselves on a hill overlooking the United States/Mexico border.
"Never do that again Harry" said an angry Sirius.
Harry, however began to walk away. Sirius noticed the homes were made of a patchwork of various materials such as cardboard, wood , and stone put together. Some were huge and nice, but the tone was consistent with his initial findings.
Sirius and Harry were walking down a street when Harry began to see familiar buildings. They stopped in front of one Harry knew intimately. He visited his grandparents every summer. They owned a modest sized restaurant. His mother had worked there all her life, until she went to America with an American truck driver, his father, who swept her off her feet. It was a shame he died shortly after his sister was born. Instead of coming back to live in Mexico in relative comfort with family, his mother decided to stay in the US. A fact he was thankful for. He enjoyed visiting Mexico, but he loved his home in the US.
Harry felt so uneasy when he walked into the restaurant with Sirius. It was around noon, so the place was relatively busy. The bar had a few empty seats. As they sat a young woman came out of nowhere and asked them in slightly broken English
"What can I get you guys?".
Harry remained silent. He was staring into the eyes of his own mother. She was so much younger. She was as skinny as always. A fact she told his sister and him constantly. The English didn't surprise him. His mother told him that living in a border town allowed people to practice their English skills. Though in actuality, almost no one did. Her accent had mostly disappeared when he was younger.
Sirius elbowed Harry, but he remained silent.
'She's not your mom' he reminded himself.
"Two cervezas" said Sirius.
"Coming right up" said the woman.
Sirius watched her leave and smiled. "She's sexy".
Harry was brought out of his stupor "Fuck no Sirius. Not her".
"Why?" asked an amused Sirius. "You're not trying to have a go yourself, are you? She's older than you, but she is younger than Tonks so I can see it".
"Hell no" said Harry. "What's wrong with you? That's" he stopped. He almost said my mother.
Sirius laughed.
The beers arrive. They were Tecates.
Sirius said "Thank you Miss..."
"Isabel. My name is Isabel".
"Nice to meet you Isabel" replied Sirius shaking her hand. "This is my godson Harry.
"Nice to meet you Harry" said Isabel extending her hand. Harry shook it and said "Nice to meet you" in Spanish surprising Isabel.
They begin to speak Spanish. I just didn't want to have to translate so it will remain in English.
"Where did you learn Spanish" asked Isabel clearly pleased with him.
"School" replied Harry sipping his beer.
"Americans? No. Australians?" asked Isabel.
"British" replied Harry.
"Oh how cool" said Isabel. "I always wanted to travel. I keep a map of the world in my room. I mark the places I would love to visit".
Harry was reminded of his sister's hobby.
'That's where she got it from'.
His mother never told him that little factoid. Maybe having your dreams crushed by taking care of two kids on your own would make anyone forget them.
Isabel began to include Sirius into the conversation. He happily flirted away with her. Soon they were given menus. Sirius was already over the moon with the food. The stuff they got back home just wasn't the same. Harry went to the bathroom without asking where it was. Isabel was surprised, but didn't say anything. They spent hours talking with Isabel. The restaurant would get busy and clear out again during the course of the day.
When Harry and Sirius got up to leave, Isabel approached Harry and hugged him tightly. She gave him a peck on the cheek and wished him luck on his travels. Harry almost broke down in tears as he inhaled her familiar scent. Isabel hugged Sirius as well and both men walked away a bit wobbly. They activated the portkey back to their hotel room where Harry turned on the radio and began to drink heavily, listening to Mexican songs of old that spoke of heartbreak, love, and the occasional horse. They were big on horses down there. Sirius joined his godson in the celebrations and horribly sang along with him. He didn't know why Harry was crying but chalked it up to him being drunk. The last thing that went through Sirius' mind was Isabel. He really liked her easy going nature. Perhaps he'd see her again. They never spoke of where the portkey had come from.
They finally returned to Mexico City again, where they went to the remnants of a magical village. Harry forced Sirius into it. He wanted to visit at least one historical place. There, they learned of the blood magic the Aztecs practiced. The invading Spaniards didn't like that at all.
Sirius and Harry could guess why the village was no longer populated. The guide himself was a wizard, who was very interested in reviving the magic rituals. Apparently the Aztecs lived long lives using the blood of their conquered foes in exchange. The idea went back hundreds of years before the Aztecs and the guide Enrique informed them that he suspects that the idea of the Philosopher's stone originated in the Americas. The collective disappearance of entire civilizations were supposed instances when a stone was created.
Sirius and Harry weren't historians at all, so didn't challenge the theory. The next day, they went back to the Ministerio de Magia and took a portkey back to England.
It was the new year when they returned. Dumbledore was furious with them. Harry did what he always did and walked by past him as Sirius was left to deal with the upset headmaster. Harry owled Susan immediately hoping to get together soon. He also sent Amelia Bones a note warning her that Azkaban was compromised and that Death Eaters would escape soon.
Harry and Susan got together in her home a few times. Harry missed her. Seeing his mother had affected him more than he realized. Susan was pleasantly surprised the first day when he just wanted to be held as he laid on her breast.
"I missed these" muttered Harry as he buried himself into her breast.
Susan laughed "I'm sure you did. Didn't you meet any lovely señoritas?".
"Do you really think I would do that to you?" asked Harry.
Susan shook her head "Sorry. Bad joke".
Soon enough he reverted to fucking her brains out. They were alone in his girlfriend's house. What else was going to happen?
Meanwhile, Amelia tried to rouse more troops to guard Azkaban, but Fudge had denied her. She wasn't sure how Harry knew about the planned breakout and didn't ask. He was right about Voldemort being back and that was enough for her. Lucius didn't know how Amelia had gotten wind of the operation, but his overflowing coffers helped put a stop to her machinations. He would inform his master of her knowledge of the plan. Soon Azkaban had its first mass breakout.
Harry shook his head when it happened.
'Stupid Fudge'.
He was amused to learn Dolores Umbridge had escaped as well. What could Voldemort want with her? He figured she overplayed the knowledge she had on him.
After the breakout Fudge had used the guards as scapegoats. He declared that they had all been lax with their duties and fired them all. Amelia was running around trying to find replacements. Her depleted auror force was even more so as her men were forced to guard the prison. Something that suited Voldemort and his Death Eaters just fine. She was very pissed off.
The term began with the "New and Improved High Inquisitor Weasley". On the first night, Percy warned them all that he wasn't going to allow students to ignore the school rules any longer. He reminded everyone of his Head Boy persona. Percy had moved on from that "insignificant" ex girlfriend of his. He was The High Inquisitor of Hogwarts. He could do better. The fact that she was "playing" hard to get had infuriated him.
After dinner Draco taunted Harry.
"Such a shame the Lord Black survived. Maybe I'll get lucky soon and take my rightful inheritance".
Harry backhanded Draco. Hard.
The smack echoed throughout the great hall.
Everyone was staring at the spectacle unfolding before their eyes.
Snape ran toward the scene and Harry fired a combination of a banishing, stunning, and wand summoning charm, all non verbally. Snape never expected a thing.
"Mr. Potter" chided McGonagall, whom Harry ignored.
Harry looked down at Draco and said "A bit of advice my little dragon. In the immortal words of Mobb Deep "Ain't no such thing as halfway crooks"".
Draco was clearly puzzled as he was massaging his cheek. So was everyone else for that matter and Harry helpfully clarified. "You can't keep playing the Death Eather Draco. Soon you will have to make a choice, and you're too much of a pussy to commit to the lifestyle".
Laughter erupted from the direction of the Gryffindor table.
"Detention Potter!" yelled Percy.
Harry faced him and said "Well worth it".
Draco got mad and took out his wand. He shot a few spells of the dark variety toward Harry. He simply dodged them, all the while getting closer to Draco. The spectators were impressed with Harry's speed. When he was sufficiently close, Harry backhanded Draco once more.
The smack, again echoed through the great hall.
"Are you both mad?" said McGonagall. "Detention with me both of you. For a week".
"Let's just chalk it up to boys being boys" said Albus.
Harry walked away from the scene followed by his friends.
Everyone began to talk animatedly about what they witnessed. The professors sent the students to their common rooms. In the Slytherin common rooms, Draco was fuming while his cronies declared Potter would pay. So was Snape. Harry had attacked him and when Dumbledore revived him, he asked him to forgive and forget.
'As if' he thought with hatred flowing through him.
Tracey and Daphne were both laughing in their dorm room.
A few days later during dinner, Percy approached Harry and his friends with a smug look on his face.
"Potter, follow me".
"And where exactly are we going Percy?".
"It's High Inquisitor Weasley to you Potter".
"Forgive me my lord. It shan't happen again" mocked Harry bowing his head to him.
The Weasley twins laughed as Percy became red faced.
"Enjoy the laughter while you can Potter. I have a feeling you won't spend the night in the castle. Or any other night again for that matter".
Everyone nearby was listening intently.
"Oh" replied Harry. "How do you figure that?".
Percy chuckled "Lets just say a little bird told me about your "study" group".
All of Harry's friends were silenced. The study members around the Great Hall grew worried. Susan tightened her hold on Harry's hand. Percy's smile couldn't possibly be any bigger than the one he was currently sporting. Their reactions proved that what he was told was correct.
"Study group?" asked Harry. "What study group?". He knew he should've kicked Marietta from the group. And just like that, he spotted her sitting next to Cho looking at him with an acne free face.
'Guess it wasn't her'.
"That won't work this time Potter. I have you dead to rights. Now let's go the headmaster's office".
As they both left Susan faced Hermione "What are we going to do?".
"I don't know" replied Hermione. She couldn't think of anything that would help.
"Who told?" asked Ron angrily punching his hand in a fashion that was supposed to be menacing.
Soon the members of the study group arrived from their respective tables.
"What's going on?" asked Tracey.
"Someone told Percy about the study group" informed Neville.
"What?" shouted Tracey. "Who?".
'Shit' thought Daphne. She didn't want to be expelled. Being a pureblood got you out of plenty of jams, but being associated with Harry Potter like this, wasn't going to be swept under the rug so easily.
"It'll be obvious" said Hermione.
"How?" asked Neville.
"I placed a curse on the parchment" supplied Hermione.
"You did what?" yelled Ron.
The Slytherins were surprised with the muggleborn girl.
"Calm down Ronald. It was a mild curse".
"Okay, so what kind of curse?" asked Hannah.
"Their face will sprout with the meanest case of acne ever you've ever seen, and they will have the word "Sneak" written on their foreheads" answered Hermione.
"Damn" muttered Wayne Hopkins. The only 5th year Hufflepuff boy left.
"What?" asked Hermione.
"I saw Justin and them with acne all over their faces earlier before dinner. I couldn't see if they had Sneak on their faces though. They were covering it it up".
"As a matter of fact, I haven't seen them since lunch" stated Hannah.
"Pricks" said Ron. "So, what do we do to them?".
"Do to them?" said Hannah.
"They told on us" snarled Ron.
"Calm down" said George placing a hand on Ron's shoulder. "But he's right. They can't get away with it".
"We're not doing anything" said Ginny bitterly.
"What do you mean?" said Ron. "We can't let them get away with it".
"We can't risk getting into more trouble" said Ginny. "Mom would kill us".
"Ginny's right" added Hermione. "God knows what Fudge will do to Harry. He has been waiting to catch him breaking the law all year".
Susan's mind was racing with every possible outcome she could think of. They were all negative.
Luna grabbed her hand "He'll be fine. We don't have to worry. And about those three, I'm sure Harry will handle the situation. He did say so".
Everyone wasn't totally convinced.
Daphne was almost positive Harry wouldn't do anything to them. Boys made a habit of talking big. She was impressed with Harry's aura displays, but thought they were just that, displays. She sighed and dragged Tracey back to their table. Everyone else also went back to their seats wondering when they'd be called into the headmaster's office.
Harry was once again in the headmaster's office with Percy, Snape, McGonagall, and Dumbledore.
"What's this about Mr. Weasley?" asked Dumbledore.
"Potter here has created a criminal study group that focuses on dark magic".
"Dark magic?" repeated McGonagall. "That's impossible. Mr. Potter would never do such a thing".
"My sources say otherwise" replied Percy.
"And who are these sources?" said Harry. "I do have the right to face my accusers".
"They shall remain anonymous I'm afraid. I've been told you threathened them into joining and keeping their silence. But they're under my protection now".
Harry laughed when Percy said his protection. As if that would stop him. After all, Mr. Shakur said it best "Revenge is like the sweetest joy next to getting pussy".
"What's so funny?" asked Percy.
"Nothing at all" answered Harry. "So what now Percy?".
"I'm going to contact Cornelius and see what he has to say on the matter".
"You haven't told him yet?" asked Harry.
"No. Not yet" respomded Percy. "Why?"
"Idiot" muttered Harry drawing his wand and stunning him. He couldn't believe that worked.
The adults were shocked.
"What are you doing Potter?" growled Snape.
"Nothing you should concern yourself with professor" replied Harry. "Kreacher".
"Yes master?" asked the elf.
"Bring me a bottle from my trunk. One of the cheapest if you will".
Kreacher bowed and left.
"A bottle of liquor? You brought alcohol into the school?" shouted McGonagall.
"Yes" replied Harry.
"HOW?"
Harry ignored her as Kreacher came back with the bottle providing the women with the answer as it sunk in. She was slightly embarrassed.
"Thank you Kreacher. you may go".
As the elf left, Harry recalled that he still hadn't bought him a present for saving Sirius' life.
'Perhaps Regelus' locket' he thought. There was no reason to go there at all, but he did owe Kreacher.
"What are you doing Harry?" said Dumbledore.
"Wow, It speaks. Isn't it obvious" said Harry jiggling the bottle. "He needs a reason to not question being unable to recall tonight after being obliviated. You'll also have to do the honors. I haven't really practiced that particular spell. If I do it, he'll be lucky if he can still remember his name afterwards".
"I can't let you do that" said Dumbledore.
"Okay" said Harry surprising Albus and reviving Percy. He knew Dumbledore wouldn't let him be expelled so he decided to play with Percy for a bit.
"What the hell Potter!".
"My apologies Percy. My wand slipped. Go ahead and call Fudge. He has a confession to hear".
The professors were speechless.
"You'll confess?"
"Yes Mr. Weasley. I started a study group and I'm currently teaching them dark magic. If you could only do me one favor?"
"What is it?"
"Well, as the High Inquisitor to this historic school, I'm sure Fudge values your opinion".
Percy nodded "Of course he does".
"I figured as much" said Harry smiling. "What I wanted from you was for you to ask him to leave my friends out of it. They only followed me".
Percy laughed "Always the Gryffindor. Don't worry. You're little girlfriend was already protected from an earlier deal, but rest assured your friends will be fine".
Harry narrowed his eyes. A deal to protect Susan from the backlash? He began to laugh wildly confusing those around him. He had warned them all to keep the group a secret. Now examples had to be made. And one little bitch named Justin would suffice.
"Alright, how bout this instead. Instead of a trial or any further action being taken, I leave England forvever. Obviously after he expels me from Hogwarts. You do that and I'll give you G20,000".
"What?" shouted McGonagall as Dumbledore's face went pale. Snape merely smiled with the thought of never seeing Harry again.
"I make no promises Potter, but I'll ask Cornelius".
"Of course" replied Harry gesturing to the fireplace. "You need only ask to get the money".
With a hungry grin, Percy turned and grabbed some floo powder. When he was going to call out, he was stunned once more. However, this time by Dumbledore.
"Albus?" said McGonagall shocked with what she witnessed.
"You can't be serious Albus snapped Severus. "You're actually going to help keep the brat out of trouble? We know he's actually teaching the students. They aren't false accusations."
"Probing into the student's minds again are we?" stated Harry.
McGongall was scandelioused at the accusation.
Harry went about his business and spelled almost the entire bottle into Percy's body. He then poured the rest on Percy's robes. "Now don't forget to place him in his office after you obliviate him".
"How dare you?"yelled Snape. "You're no one to order us around".
"Or not" said Harry with a shrug. "Like I said, I'll leave England forever. I always wanted to see the continent. And leaving the war behind doesn't sound too bad" and with that he left the office without a worry.
"That insolent child" spat Snape.
Of course Dumbledore couldn't let that happen so he would comply with the boy's wishes and drew his wand.
"You can't be serious Albus" said McGonagall.
"She's right Albus" began Snape. "The boys is arrogant enough without you following his wishes like this".
"What other option do we have? You both know why I can't let Harry leave England" said Dumbledore. "The prophecy clearly states he will defeat Tom".
"I still think you put too much stock in prophecy" said McGonagall with distaste. "Also, the boy is too young for him to defeat the Dark Lord".
"And weak" added Snape ignoring the fact that he was promptly stunned and disarmed by that same boy.
Dumbledore didn't argue with them and kneeled next to Percy. He commenced with the obliviation. The knowledge of the study group and Harry stunning him would disapear. He would remember being gifted a bottle of muggle liquor and celebrating in his office.
When Harry got to his common room he was bombarded with questions.
"It's fine guys. Nothing will happen. Don't worry about it".
"But Harry" said Hermione.
"Hermione" said Harry. "Don't worry about it. Let's go upstairs and I'll explain".
A couple of minutes later.
"WOW" said Fred.
"That's awesome" said George.
"You stunned him?" laughed Ron.
"It's not funny Ron" said Hermione. "Don't you think the obliviation was overkill?".
"Well, It would've been easier to kill him I guess" said Harry in a neutral tone.
That shut them up. They weren't sure if he was kidding or not.
"Time for bed" announced Harry and tucked in while everyone else was in the room staring at his curtains.
The next day at breakfast Ron asked Harry if he would get even with the boys and Harry just smirked. Those around him were eager to discover what sort of payback Harry would extract. Everyone in the study group became angry when they heard only Susan would be spared from Justin's deal with Percy. Susan was disgusted by it. Everyone else questioned the boys about the acne on their faces and were given allergic reaction in response. Harry waited for the right moment to strike like a true predator. A few days had gone by when one afternoon he used his map to find the trio of puffs. They were all in an abandoned classroom discussing what Harry would do to them. Ernie was scared out of his mind after the display of skill Harry had shown against Draco and Snape.
"He's so fast and he knows plenty of spells we don't".
Justin and Zach assured him Harry wouldn't do a thing. High Inquisitor Weasley assured them he'd handle Harry Potter.
"It's been days and he hasn't been expelled" stated Ernie.
"Don't worry" said Zach. "As if Potter would do anything to us".
"I won't?" asked Harry leaning on the wall by the door. He had silenced it when he was under his cloak.
"Potter" spat Justin. "What do you want?".
"It's not about what I want" began Harry. "It's about what you guys are making me do".
"We're not making you do anything" cried Ernie.
"I just wanted to know one thing" said Harry.
"What is it?" said Zach defiantly.
Harry was getting closer and took out a knife. The teens could read the engraved Black Family motto "Toujours Pur".
The trio began to sweat a bit.
"If we tell you what you want, will you let us go?" asked Justin.
Harry laughed "Hell no, but I might be more lenient"
"Did you think It would be that simple? That you would win her over when I was gone?".
Justin shouted angrily "Of Course. Susan and I belong together. She may not see it now, but she will be mine.".
Harry laughed "Susan and you? You actually believed that once I'd get expelled that you would simply replace me? That girl loves me. She loves it when I cum inside of her, in fact she begs for it all the time".
Justin was shocked and shouted "What!".
"You heard me" said Harry. " Did you think she was a virgin? Susan will always remember that I was her first. You're definitely not going to be her last. Or her anything for that matter. She'll eventually forget she even knew someone named Justin...What's your last name again" he mocked.
Ernie and Zach looked at each other and nodded. They took out their wands and Harry sent bone breakers at their hands. As they dropped their wands, he summoned them and conjured a cobra.
"§§§Guard Them. if they move, you may attack, but don't inject any venom§§§".
The snake nodded "§§§As you wish Speaker§§§".
The terrefied puffs stayed still.
Harry faced Ernie and Zach and said "You know it's pretty funny that in second year, you all accused me of sicking the snake on Justin, well guess what's going to happen if any of you move".
The boys got the message.
"It's just you now champ" mocked Harry. "Take out your wand".
Justin was scared but seeing how Harry taunted him about cuming inside HIS Susan. The rage he felt allowed him to take out his wand and begin to shout "Avada".
Harry stunned him and summoned Justin's wand. "Wait for me while I deal with your mates yeah?".
He turned to Ernie and Zach. Ernie had begun to pee himself as Harry pointed his wand at them. "You know, I was only going to teach Justin a lesson, but your faces indicate that you also blabbed. Don't worry. You won't feel a thing.
"Really?" asked a hopeful Ernie.
"Probably" shrugged Harry and stunned both boys. He began to shoot bone breakers at different areas of their bodies. He revived them, and they began to cry in pain.
"Ah, the cries of justice" said Harry. He then approached Justin and revived him.
Justin lifted himself off the ground and heard his friends crying. "What did you do to them?".
"There's no need to be curious Justin. You'll find out" said Harry as he began to send bone breakers at Justin without stunning him. After the first few spells, Justin began to sob. Harry took perverse satisfaction as he broke the bones in Justin's body one at a time. He ordered the snake to attack him as well.
Justin was deathly afraid of snakes. He passed out.
He decided his knife should come into play and gave Justin a matching lightning scar. It wasn't a deep cut, but it would be visible for a few days.
"There" said Harry slapping Justin awake. "You wanted to be me so much".
Justin felt as if his forehead was on fire.
The boys had stopped crying. They simply ran out of tears.
"I definitely wouldn't want to be you guys if anyone found out who did this".
All three boys nodded at the implication.
Harry then used a spell to write the words "Snitches get Stitches" on the wall and left the room. He immediately returned to the scene and took the message down. Those in the study group would get the message, so there was no need to make it obvious that they were attacked to the rest of the castle. Later that night Ernie's prefect partner Hannah, found them after looking for Ernie for their patrol shift. She was horrified at what she discovered. She ran to inform her head of house. Along the way she told the other prefects that the boys were horribly attacked.
The next day, word got around quickly and soon the castle was buzzing. It didn't take long for the study group members to put the pieces together. Someone had brutally attacked the three boys. The details of the injuries shocked them all, but interestingly so, it made one raven haired, grey eyed beauty slightly aroused. Daphne liked that Harry was a man who kept his word. The school was full of cowards. Perhaps she would approach him for a little rendezvous, when he was single of course. She wasn't a slut like Tracey.
"You should have seen them" said Hannah with disgust recalling the state of the trio. "It was horrible".
"I feel bad for them" stated Hermione.
"What? They deserved it" said Daphne as Tracey nodded in agreement.
"I'm not sure what they deserved Daphne, but it wasn't that" replied Hermione.
"He did go overboard" added Ron.
The Creevey Brothers immediately defended Harry's actions. He was their personal hero.
Daphne snorted. "Weren't you the one crying on about revenge and egging Potter on? Speaking of which, you had days to get revenge and you did nothing but talk of how they would suffer".
Ron went for his wand and Fred and George stopped him.
"Stop it Daphne" said Fred.
"And both of you, the famous prankster of Hogwarts. Where was your retaliation huh? Mum still have your balls in her purse?".
The twins released their brother and drew their wands.
"Enough" yelled Susan. "We're not going to fight among ourselves. We're not sure if it even was Harry yet" stated Susan. She didn't want to believe her Harry would do such a thing. She was all for defending her love, but she felt disturbed by his actions
"You can't be this stupid" said Hannah. "It was him".
Susan remained silent as the others talked about the attack.
The next day during breakfast the boys were out of the infirmary. When asked what had happened they simply said they were practicing dueling with each other. Zach told everyone that the still visible lightning scar on Justin was a joke. Everyone bought it, but the professors and the study group knew different. None of the boys would look in Harry's direction or answer Percy's questions.
Hermione couldn't contain herself and cornered Harry about it. He told her to mind her business. Ron and Hermione couldn't believe what he did.
Susan was conflicted. Her luv had done something she couldn't possibly condone . She couldn't ignore it any longer. Even if she was scared to ask Harry about it, she cornered him as well and asked him.
"Yes" he answered. "I did it".
"You did?" said Susan a she felt a pang in her stomach. She had held on to false hope that it wasn't him
"Yes" repeated Harry.
"Why?" asked Susan.
"Justin was jealous enough to make a deal with Percy. I simply did what had to be done. I plugged the leaks".
"I need time to think" said Susan as what Harry told her sank in. "Away from US" she clarified.
Harry approached Susan and caressed her cheek. Looking into her her eyes he said "Though it pains me, take as long as you need". He then kissed her on the forehead and left. 'Damn. So much for her not leaving me'. He couldn't help but laugh at himself.
Susan left with tears in her eyes. This wasn't supposed to happen. She wasn't supposed to love someone who could do something so barbaric without remorse. Her boyfriend was supposed to be the hero.
'He saw it as plugging a fucking leak' she thought a she reached her dorm room needing to be alone.
Soon Hannah went up to her dorm room to ask Susan what had happened.
Hannah didn't ask anything as the tears were enough to surmize what occured.
'Break up' she thought.
Susan began to sob into her best friend's arms.
"How could he do something like this? For God's sake it's Harry".
Hannah didn't answer her. She patted Susan's back and whispered sweet things to her.
Harry was soon called to Dumbledore's office during dinner. Everyone in the know gathered around.
"I wonder what's going to happen to him? asked Neville.
"He'll probably get suspended" said Hermione.
"He doesn't deserve that" cried Neville.
"Mate, he attacked Justin and them. You saw them right? He broke almost every bone in their bodies" said Ron.
"So what?" said Neville. "Like Daphne said, didn't you want revenge?".
Ron didn't reply. He just wasn't equipped to handle the situation.
"Didn't all of you want revenge?" asked Neville facing the group.
The group remained silent.
"What did he tell you Granger?" asked Daphne.
"Nothing" said Hermione . "He told me to mind my own business. How bout you Susan?".
Susan came out of her thoughts. "What?".
"What did Harry tell you about the attack on Justin?" asked Hermione once more.
"That it was him. He said he needed to plug the leaks" answered Hannah.
Susan glared at Hannah.
"What?" said Hannah. "You broke up with him".
"You guys broke up?" asked a clearly interested Hermione. She, like everyone else was apalled by Harry, but she was the smartest witch of her age. If anyone could curve Harry's behaviour, it was her.
"Why?" asked Luna sadly.
"Because of what he did. He didn't care about hurting someone else. My Harry would never do that" said Susan.
Daphne laughed "You broke up with him because of that? He made good on his promise to punish those that revealed out little clandestine group".
'What a stupid bitch' thought Daphne. 'Well, the road's clear for me now'.
"We didn't exactly break up" clarified Susan after she saw Daphne's face light up while thinking of Harry. She also hadn't missed Hermione's enthusiastic inquiry. "We're on a break".
"You didn't break up with him then?" asked Hannah. "Why? We agreed that you wouldn't be with someone like that".
"You decided" replied Susan. "Anyways, that doesn't mean I don't love him" defended Susan. "I said I needed time to think".
As the debate on how Harry went about punishing the guilty continued, two girls were scheming to win over the green eyed wizard.
On the other side of the castle McGonagall followed Harry in silence. She couldn't believe the sweet boy she met all those years had done this.
They entered the office to find Snape, Percy and Dumbledore waiting for them.
"Hey Percy" greeted Harry. "What's up?".
"Potter" he growled. "I have you now. I heard what you did to those boys".
Harry simply stunned Percy again. Harry felt a legilimency probe from two people. Three guesses who they were. He smiled and put the images of what he did in the front of his mind for them to see.
Dumbledore was shaken due to what he saw. Snape, not so much being a former Death Eater.
'Has the boy succumbed to the Horcrux' thought Dumbledore.
"So same as before?" said Harry.
"Harry" began Dumbledore with a disappointed look. " You won't escape without punishment again. Not this time".
"And what are you going to do headmaster?"
"Detention for the rest of the year and the loss of 200 points. Also a public apology".
"So the sons and daughters of Death Eaters can stroll through this castle doing what they want without reprisal and I teach one lesson and I get punished? What happened to being given the chance to reform? I'll take one of those now" joked Harry.
"Lesson? That wasn't a lesson Mr. Potter" said McGonagall. "That was a horrific attack".
"Tomato To-Mah-To" replied Harry.
Harry noticed the silver instruments in the corner of the room and silently sent a powerful Reducto at them. The objects exploded causing Dumbledore to yell.
"What have you done?".
"Ensured you can't spy on me, duh".
"Now, Albus" said Harry taking a seat in front of the desk and putting his feet on top, knocking off Dumbledore's possessions. "I think it's time we had that overdue chat about why you're ignoring me, don't you. I discovered some interesting things. I don't think you'd want Minnie and Sevvie to be here for this".
Snape took out his wand to teach Harry a lesson of his own, when Dumbledore stopped him.
"Severus has my full confidence Harry" said Dumbledore.
"And I don't?" asked McGonagall.
"Of course MInerva. It was an oversight on my part. Now Harry, perhaps you can tell us about your discovery and also explain why you've been acting like this".
Dumbledore also felt that the time to talk with Harry had finally come.
Dumbledore didn't have any idea what Harry was going to say. As smart as he was, even he couldn't have predicted what followed.
"Are you sure you want them here?" asked Harry one more time. He didn't trust Snape at all, but he knew he wanted to be rid of Voldemort as well.
"Just go on" shouted Snape.
Dumbledore gestured for Harry to begin.
Harry shrugged. Dumbledore didn't care if they knew, fine.
"Now, Minnie , Sev" stated Harry amused with the situation. "What do you know about horcruxes?".
'Fuck' thought Dumbledore.
AN: I KNOW THAT HARRY'S ACTIONS WERE VERY RADICAL, BUT HE IS A 16 YEAR OLD BOY USING DARK MAGIC. ADDING THE MENTAL STRESS OF SEEING HIS MOTHER SO CLOSE, BUT NOT BEING ABLE TO DO ANYTHING WILL FUCK WITH ANYONE'S MIND. HE WILL NOT GO DARK IF YOU'RE WONDERING. READING OVER MY CHAPTERS I SPOTTED A FEW MISTAKES DURING HARRY AND SUSAN'S DATE. I WAS WRITING UNDER THE ASSUMPTION THAT 5TH YEAR TOOK PLACE DURING THE 1996-97 ERA. SO THE MOVIE INDEPENDENCE DAY WOULDN'T HAVE COME OUT NEITHER WOULD TUPAC HAVE BEEN ASSASSINATED YET. I'LL MAKE THE CHANGES TO SUIT THE 1995-96 TIMELINE. NOT NECESSARY TO THE PLOT SO YOU CAN ALL JUST IGNORE IT IF YOU WISH. REPLACING INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH CASINO AND TUPAC'S DEATH WITH EAZY E'S. ALSO THE TRACK HIT EM UP WASN'T OUT YET SO I REPLACED ONE DISS TRACK WITH ANOTHER. ICE CUBE'S NO VASELINE FOR THOSE THAT ARE STILL READING THIS.
STILL NOT SURE ON WHO TO PAIR SIRIUS WITH, BUT ISABELLA IS DEFINITELY A CONTENDER.