Chapter 72: Wednesday decision

-Addams' House, Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, Nueva York

-December 19, 1976

"Oh, you seem to already know..., well, I should have known," said Grandma Addams with a creepy smile.

"How did you know I was a witch?" Wednesday demanded abruptly.

"Let's just say I can... sense it," Severus joked lightly as Wednesday continued to stare at him in search of a more complete answer.

While Eudora Addams nodded in complete agreement with what he said, after all she was the one who said that he could sense pure magic.

Although Severus knew that didn't mean anything as there were many more ways to tell if someone was a muggle or a wizard..., the darts were no real proof either as there were surely other wizards capable of doing what he did.

But it wasn't really what Severus did but the way he did it, something Eudora Addams noticed.

"Darling, Grandmother already said, Severus is a special boy, he can feel pure magic," said Morticia Addams, Gomez's wife, and Wednesday's mother.

"You know, a long time ago our ancestors could access pure magic without the use of those ridiculous branches they use now, disgusting, no, nothing like that would be allowed in the Addams family, customs are respected and no Addams witch would break this rule" commented Grandma Addams.

"You mean this?" asked Severus with a faintly amused smile as he pulled out and showed them his wand.

Yes, he too had his doubts about the wand, but even if he preferred to use the Force without any help, he could also admit that wands were a powerful weapon that could be useful in some dangerous situations.

"That's right, they are every witch's predilection, an invention made only to insult magic," said Grandmother Addams with disgust in her voice.

"Mother..." reprimanded Gomez.

"What?!, it's the truth if it weren't for those damned branches the witches would never have lost their former glory," Grandma Addams complained.

"Forgive my mother, she can be a bit emotional about these things," Gomez said to Severus.

"It's no problem, even I had my doubts about the use of wands, and although I prefer not to use them most of the time, I don't deny that they are useful," said Severus.

"So, you two can sense pure magic?" asked Severus to Wednesday and Grandmother Addams, more intrigued actually by the younger girl.

"I've only been a witch for a few months, I have no knowledge of pure magic or wands and my grandmother's only focus is mostly on potions, herbology, or storytelling," Wednesday replied dryly as she continued to eat quietly.

'Huh? a few months..., what does she mean by a few months ago?' wondered Severus rather confused by what she said.

"Wednesday is right, unfortunately, my skills are limited and my knowledge too, although if it's Potions we're talking about, I'm the one," said Grandma Addams.

"But you seem to know a lot about... everything!" she added, opening her eyes wide and staring at Severus.

"You'd be surprised by how little I really know," Severus replied, still thinking about what the young Wednesday girl had said.

"Oh but there's no doubt you're unique boy," Gomez commented.

'Not as unique as your daughter' thought Severus but he preferred not to say anything yet.

"Yes, you could be a wonderful mentor for Wednesday, you could teach her the way to feel and use pure magic, without those horrible limitations they use now with branches," said Grandma Addams making both Wednesday and Severus look at her in silence.

'Interesting, so I wasn't wrong, Wednesday really didn't know how to use or feel the Force..., how peculiar' thought Severus with a slight frown as it was too strange for him to feel such a calm state of the Force in Wednesday when she had never used the Force or magic with a wand or anything like that.

There was something very strange about the young Addams.

" Forgive me but I am not a magic teacher, I am a student at the moment, and besides, to be quite honest, I have my time occupied by many things," Severus said finally, as interesting as it was to understand Wednesday's situation, he wasn't really getting anything out of it.

He would just satisfy his curiosity.

"Oh but an apprentice is always fruitful, you both learn, especially if you come to understand each other and I have a feeling that you and Wednesday will," Grandma Addams said wisely, which was unusual when most of the time she seemed to be a little crazy.

This made Severus think as he remembered when he was Anakin and had his padawan apprentice Ashoka and he could agree that the old woman was not wrong in saying those words as he like Anakin learned a lot from Ashoka, they both benefited a lot from each other and the bond of trust that was formed between them was something even more valuable.

Both could rely on each other without fear of judgement.

Still, Severus wasn't sure he could teach Wednesday anything, she was already 15 or 16 years old, yet her state with the Force was similar to that of a Jedi for some reason.

'Why do I feel like I just started thinking like those old Jedi who almost rejected me due to my age?' wondered Severus a little disgusted and irritated by the idea.

"That may be true..., but unfortunately I am currently spending most of my time at Hogwarts, my magical school, and my time outside is precious to me as it is the few times I can personally manage my family's business as head of the Prince and my other personal projects," Severus finally stated the real reason why he couldn't accept her as his apprentice.

"Besides, teaching her would require a lot of work and time, for that she would have to be with me and it can't be sporadic," he added honestly.

"Hmmm very wise of you to say that boy, you have to keep your feet on the ground, maybe the only option is to make Wednesday go to Hogwarts so you can teach her there," said Gomez lightly making everyone even Wednesday stare at him.

'Apparently, that was a surprise to her too' thought Severus, he had been quite surprised by what Gomez Addams had said, he thought that with Eudora Addams being so averse to wizards with wands it would be impossible for Wednesday to go to Hogwarts.

Yes, it was a surprise, but he wouldn't take back what he said before.

"Well..., I hadn't really considered that," Severus replied.

"But in that case, it might be possible, although she would have to learn a lot of things to get into Hogwarts first, it won't be easy with the time she has," he added.

"Splendid, I already feel that you have the spirit of the Addams, my boy," smiled Gomez Addams, very satisfied to see that Severus was no longer in denial.

"And you mustn't worry about studies, an Addams never knows what fear is. My little scorpion is very intelligent, I'm sure she can learn everything quickly. Won't she, Tish?" Gomez said confidently as he looked at his wife.

"Of course, she's brilliant," Morticia nodded with the same confidence as her husband.

'Well, if she really manages to pass the Hogwarts entrance exams in such a short time, it would be interesting to have her as my apprentice,' thought Severus, looking at Wednesday who, despite her clear confusion at the whole affair, showed no emotion on her face.

"Besides my dear daughter already knows all she needs to know and more about potions, herbology, and the history of magic thanks to Eudora, she is also an expert in astronomy, from a young age she already knew more than her teachers, and over time she only learned more on her own and I myself taught her about divination and arithmancy due to our natural talent," added Morticia looking at her daughter with pride.

"Well, that may cover quite a few Hogwarts subjects, but she still has to learn Defence Against the Dark Arts, Transformations, and Charms... and they all require her to pass with the use of a... wand," Severus replied, knowing that she would have to learn all of these subjects until the year she was going to join.

'Probably fourth or fifth year' thought Severus, analysing the young Addams who seemed to be a year or two younger than him.

Although he didn't mention that there were also two optional subjects that she had to choose, but Divination and Muggle Studies were so simple that if she chose those subjects it would be a joke for her to pass them in order to get into Hogwarts.

Besides, Morticia had already mentioned that she had taught her Divination and Arithmancy, so she shouldn't worry too much about it, and if she really had a natural talent in this area it would be even easier for her.

As for the use of the wand, it wasn't a problem at all, if he taught her to feel the Force with the rough talent he saw in her it would be child's play to use a wand, so it would only take her a few days to learn how to use a wand properly, as long as she learned all the spells and wand movements necessary to enter Hogwarts using those on her wand wouldn't present a problem.

But using the Force is a separate issue, this would take months to years depending on what she wants to use it for.

The mere fact that she already has such a calm state with the Force means that she is already at the standard of a Jedi, she just needs to learn how to make use of it.

So actually she's an unknown variable.

'Which is honestly rather illogical, but it would be interesting to teach someone so strange' thought Severus a little excited about the idea, although it wasn't up to him.

"Impossible, no Addams will learn that cheap magic they teach with their sticks, they are only a crutch for the development of the true knowledge and feel of pure magic," complained Grandma Addams, flatly refusing Gomez's proposal.

'I was expecting that reaction from her,' Severus said to himself, knowing that Eudora Addams would not agree, but if Wednesday wanted to enter Hogwarts she had to learn how to use a wand.

"Mother, just think that with Severus there she would only have to use the wand to pass her exams and then she will spend her time learning the true control of pure magic. And I have full confidence in the boy, plus our families have a rich history together," Gomez said, trying to reason with his mother as he clarified the situation.

"It would be very beneficial for Wednesday to learn from him, besides I'm sure young Severus is doing the same nowadays, otherwise he wouldn't have been able to have such a deep connection with pure magic, I understand that the constant use of the wand only weakens one's bond with pure magic," said Morticia intervening in the conversation.

"Besides, I have a strong and good feeling about this," she added with a smile as she looked between Severus and Wednesday.

"You always have them, mother" Wednesday hissed. She kept a bored mask over her face.

"Huh? But isn't Wednesday going back to Nevermore?" asked Wednesday's younger brother Pugsley in total confusion.

A question that made all the Addams start to reconsider all over again.

"True, Nevermore was a wonderful change for our daughter," said Gomez.

"No doubt it was dear, but it is a great opportunity for our daughter to learn all about magic," said Morticia who had earlier been the most excited about Wednesday going to Nevermore as well as herself and her husband.

"There is plenty of things she could learn from me," said Grandmother Addams, interjecting herself into the conversation.

"Yes, you have natural talents for potions, and no doubt Wednesday has already learned much from you, but there is still much knowledge of magic that you do not have, as you said before, and the magical instruction with Severus will give her all of this," Morticia explained calmly.

"That's why Wednesday must go!, Gomez, dear, mothers know best, trust me, Wednesday must go to Hogwarts with Severus," she added, looking at her beloved husband.

"I still think it's a terrible idea for Wednesday to go to a magical school," said Grandma Addams reluctantly.

But then suddenly there was the shriek of Cousin Itt at the table.

"Oh, right!, Cousin Itt is right, this is all about her, so let Wednesday decide!" said Gomez cheerfully thinking that everything had been settled.

Morticia and Eudora nodded in agreement and looked at Wednesday waiting for her answer.

But Wednesday didn't bother to look at any of them, her focus was only on Severus who was calmly eating his food as if what they decided didn't seem to worry him at all.

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Chapter 73: Wednesday/Severus

-Addams' House, Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, New York.

-December 19, 1976

"You said you could sense that I was a witch, didn't you?" Wednesday spoke to Severus with a meaningful look on her face.

"Yes," he just nodded lightly, trying to guess what the young woman might want to ask him.

"What exactly did you feel?" asked Wednesday staring at him as if there was some great secret behind the whole thing which only made Severus think and become even more intrigued by the whole situation.

"Oh..., that's hard to explain but to put it in a nutshell, you have a great connection with..., well magic, one that seems to have been formed and trained for years, but for some reason you're not aware of it, which I admit is rather intriguing," Severus replied.

"But you didn't mention anything about this before, even though you knew there was something strange, you didn't ask any questions..." she said, narrowing her eyes as she looked at him.

"Well, I didn't think it was the right time and I assumed it was something delicate"

"Depends on how you look at it. What would you think if I told you that the soul and spirit of an ancient witch in my family merged with me?" she said suddenly as if it was no big deal.

Severus' eyes went wide at this, he hadn't expected her to say something like that, and to make matters worse her situation was strangely similar to his with Vader/Snape.

"Um..., so are you a combination of the two?" he asked calmly despite the many doubts and questions in his head.

"No, I have no memories or reminiscences of this witch, she only joined me because of certain circumstances and left no trace of consciousness or memories"

"Was it voluntary on the part of this witch?"

"Yes, if she had not done so, I would have died,"

"So she joined you only to prevent you from dying..."

"Yes, that's why I don't want to waste her talent, it would be dishonorable to her memory, at the very least I should make an effort to make use of what she gave me"

"I see..., well, I admit I'm quite surprised with the revelation and as you said, she gave you something very... unique. So tell me, do you want me to teach you how to take advantage of it and make full use of it?"

"Yes" Wednesday replied without even a second thought, it seems she was already convinced.

"Do you understand that you can only do that if you come to Hogwarts?"

"I do, you made it clear enough for even Pugsley to understand" she replied mentioning her younger brother as if he was a bit of a fool.

"Very well, then once you enter Hogwarts you will be my apprentice," nodded Severus.

"Splendid, it's settled!" said Gomez energetically intervening in the conversation that until now had only been between Wednesday and Severus.

"I still think it's ridiculous for her to go to that school where they only teach to one how to use those sticks, but it's your decision Wednesday," said Eudora Addams reluctantly but accepting the situation.

"I am so happy for you my dear," said Morticia smiling at her daughter.

"Oh Cara Mia, don't you think this is the perfect time to start negotiations again between the Princes and the Addams," said Gomez who was getting more and more enthusiastic and happy with Severus' presence.

"That's a wonderful idea, dear," nodded Morticia.

"Lurch prepares the business room, Severus and I are going to renew the business relationships that our families have had in the past for generations!" said Mr. Addams.

The gigantic man who was apparently something like the Addams' butler just groaned and went to what Severus assumed was preparing the business room.

"What do you say, my boy, shall we?" asked Gomez.

Before Severus could answer Wednesday interjected.

"Father, I still have things to discuss with Severus and I'd rather not waste time"

"Uh-Oh yes, sure, you are right my little scorpion, you two can talk privately in your room and when you are finished I will be waiting in the business room," said Gomez Addams with a smile.

Wednesday nodded in agreement with what her father said.

It was then that she stood up from the table and looked at Severus waiting for his confirmation that he also agreed to this arrangement.

Severus shrugged and with a curt nod to the other members of the table, he stood up and then followed Wednesday to her room.

...

Once they both arrived in Wednesday's room she offered Severus a seat and then settled down at her own desk where she used to write.

"I would like to arrange and write down everything I will be doing during this time. Anything you need to know or want to ask me?" was the first thing Wednesday said as she sat down.

"What is your date of birth?" asked Severus lightly.

Wednesday stared at him for a second without saying anything as if she pretended to understand why he required this information before answering.

"October 13th, 1960" she replied finally after realising why he might need to know this.

"Hmm, I see, so you're a fifth year then..." muttered Severus.

"Now, the first thing you should do is start preparing for the Hogwarts entrance exam immediately, it would be best if you enter this year before classes start again so that we can spend the rest of the year training"

"I agree with that," nodded Wednesday.

"Well, your mother also mentioned that you already have some knowledge of some of the Hogwarts subjects.

"Yes..., I have studied quite a bit about the history of the wizarding world and I have always been interested in the study of astronomy so I have considerable knowledge of this, I also learned as much as I could from my grandmother about herbology and potions although my talent pales in comparison to hers in these areas" Wednesday said.

"I have also read about many magical creatures and my mother has instructed me in one way or another in Divination and Arithmancy" she added.

Severus just nodded and looked at her thoughtfully for a few moments.

"For now we will make a list of all the subjects at Hogwarts and according to what you know I will decide if it is enough knowledge to pass the exam.

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Once the list was finished, Severus asked Wednesday several questions of all kinds to find out exactly what she knew, and based on that he marked with a Yes in the subjects that she already knew enough to take the exam and enter Hogwarts and with a No in those that she still needed to study.

After doing this, they both looked at the list...

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-List of Hogwarts subjects:

-Curriculum:

Potions: Yes

Charms: No

Herbology: Yes

Transfiguration: No

History of Magic: Yes

Defence Against the Dark Arts: No

Astronomy: Yes

-Electives (minimum two):

Study of Ancient Runes: No

Divination: Yes

Arithmancy: Yes

Care of Magical Creatures: No

Muggle Studies: Yes

...

"Um, you may already have a good knowledge of most Hogwarts subjects but you still have three curriculum subjects that require you to know theory, spells, and wand movements"

"When do I have to take the exam?" asked Wednesday calmly but her mind was thinking quite a bit about the whole current affair.

"Well, with classes at Hogwarts formally starting on the 10th of January, I'll try to delay the day of the exam as much as possible to give you more time"

"Hmm, maybe I can convince the Ministry to agree to you taking the exam at the last possible moment on the 9th of January when the students are due to return to Hogwarts"

" It won't be that easy, but I know a few wizards who can push hard enough to get them to agree to it," Severus replied in detail, already planning to discuss this with the Greengrass at their meeting on the 21st of December, doing so would be just a small thing for them who have quite a bit of influence within the Ministry of Magic.

And if Prince and Greengrass actually allied themselves it would be no problem for him to make this request, after all, they were the ones most interested in negotiating with him.

"Twenty days..." Wednesday muttered as she narrowed her eyes.

"Yes, it's a tight time," nodded Severus, having heard her perfectly.

"It is, but all I have to do is start as soon as possible and give up a few hours of sleep if I really want to join Hogwarts and learn from you, it's inevitable," commented Wednesday.

Severus looked at her for a few moments and seeing that she seemed convinced to do this despite all the inconveniences he finally decided to give her some extra help, after all, if she got into Hogwarts she would be his future apprentice.

"Here, this will help you get more time, by the time you take your exam you can give it back to me," said Severus handing her a small sand timer.

"This..."

"A Time-Turner, with it you can gain up to ten more hours a day," explained Severus.

"I know what it is, I just didn't expect you to have one, most of them are carefully regulated by authorities all over the world"

"Then you can only be thankful that I'm the one who has one," Severus smiled.

Wednesday stared into his eyes, making their black, cold, piercing eyes stare at each other for a moment until she finally nodded.

"I'll make good use of it," she said sounding almost like a thank you, though she never really said thank you, but from the tone of her voice Severus could tell she was grateful.

"I expect you will"

After that, the two continued to talk about various things until Severus finally went to the business room where Gomez Addams was waiting for him.

...

The negotiations went well, both sides decided to renew the commercial relations between the Prince/Addams and created a new deal that would benefit both families, although Gomez Addams seemed more interested in maintaining a friendly and trusting relationship with Severus than in the benefits he could make with this agreement.

Once Severus had finished talking and negotiating with Mr. Addams, he, at Wednesday's request, went with her to the magical commercial district to get everything she would need to begin her studies for the exam.

Yes, Wednesday didn't want to waste time and the sooner she could have everything the better.

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-Fifth Avenue, New York, USA

-December 19, 1976

Wednesday and Severus appeared in an alley located on 77th Street at Fifth Avenue.

They both walked to the bottom of the alley until they came to a brick wall blocking the passage.

Severus quickly pulled out his wand and stepped forward while Wednesday just waited patiently in place.

After making a few movements on the wall with his wand, the wall turned into a gigantic door, it looked like a door custom made for trolls to enter.

Above this door was written in golden letters: "Welcome to Magic Fifth Avenue"

After a while, the gigantic door opened by itself, allowing Severus and Wednesday to pass through.

The two wasted no time and passed through the door.

As they entered Magic Fifth Avenue, the first thing they saw was a district full of magical stores selling all kinds of magical items.

Talking mirrors, diaries, floating lanterns, omnioculars, reminders, cards, pen-flyers, rings, pendants, stones, chess, hats, swords, and magic clocks.

Potions, antiques, and magic books.

Magical purses and trunks that can store various things that their owner puts inside them, and that only he can take out of there.

Invisibility cloaks(not like Potter's), flying motorcycles, flying brooms.

There were also many food stores selling all kinds of magical sweets or other foods.

The district was full of wizards and witches of all ages.

Other magical beings could also be seen shopping and strolling through the businesses.

Wednesday and Severus wasted no time and headed to the different shops in the wizarding shopping district where she had to buy everything she needed to start her studies, as well as other things that would help her like a very expensive quick read glasses.

However, money was not an issue for Wednesday Addams, her family was full of money, both muggle and wizarding.