Note: Another chapter of The Trickster, Harry gets his meeting with goblins and Occults did.. and some small shopping. Constructive criticism is appreciated. Please, guys, inform me how I could have done it better.
After his visit to Diagon alley, he got much better treatment at Dursley's house. Now that he knew, they were getting paid to take care of him without spending a single dime on him. Maybe fear of repercussion got to them. But for Harry, he realized that the Magical world was foreign for him. He may be famous there but that doesn't mean anything to him. How often does a child gets accredited for the defeat of a megalomaniac mass-murderer terrorist who happens to be at peak of his power? He realized there must be more to this story. Real-life doesn't work that way.
But at least he got to know the reason behind his placement with Dursleys. He may not like them but they were his family. He was not happy at all but he knew that his life could have been better if the person behind his placement has kept a better eye on his life. But in the end, he was an orphan child, adults in his life have always been disappointing. His determination to be the best got even bolder. As this Lord Voldemort may be out of the picture but his followers are still at large so he needs to be prepared for everything. But how to get started, he has no idea.
He started browsing through his books, extra books given by salesman of Flourish and Blotts got his attention. Introduction to Magical World for the Muggle-born by the Muggle-born. His day was spent on learning these books. He began to make notes of all the important points that were mentioned. So the Magical world really is a foreign country for Muggle-born or Muggle-raised. It came with all the stereotypes of a nation. Their culture was a lot different from muggle, so were their deity. For the Magical world, Lady Magic is one and only the highest power. All the festivals were a celebration of the gift of magic they have received from Nature.
At end of the day, he at least got a gist of what the magical world is about. He quickly noted down all the extra readings that were mentioned for his next visit. Amina was basking in his lap as he read through the day.
Rising early in the morning, he quickly got through his routine of exercises and meditation out of the way. He was assigned some small chores for today by his Aunt. He quickly completed those. After he was done. He took one of the robes and a traveling cloak with a hood, put them in his mokeskin pouch. He got in his better fitting clothes from his relatives and got out of the house. It was already 9 o'clock and he had a meeting with Bloodclaw at 11 o'clock. As he got some distance away from residential areas. He took out his wand and hold it to call the Knight Bus, which was mentioned in his book.
After a less than pleasant journey to Leaky Cauldron. He got in a nearby alley to first change into Robes because as per his book best way to not stand out is to mingle with them. With a confident look which he was feeling lack of inside, he entered the pub. After passing through the pub to Diagon alley. First, he began to search for his remaining wardrobe that goes well with Wizard robes.
He first approached Boots and Shoemaker for a better quality shoe than his current one. After some time he got out wearing a new pair of dragonhide shoes and with an order for one spare and two casual shoes to be delivered by end of the day.
His next stop was Barbershop to get his mop of hair in order. After a good struggle by the barber with help of the potions, he got his hair in order. Though the owner recognized him, he kept his tongue and did his job. Harry even got suggestions for potions to maintain his hair. He took the catalog offered by him.
Just barely before 11 he got to Gringotts. After giving a curt bow to the guards outside, he proceeds to the teller.
Before he could even get in line, his earlier attended spot him. "Mr. Potter, Come with me, Master Bloodclaw awaits you."
He followed him through the halls to the office of Bloodclaw. After the brief acknowledgment, Bloodclass dismissed Griphook and motioned Harry to enter.
"Mr. Potter, As I explained to you regarding your financial situation at our last meeting. It was just the tip of the iceberg. I have compiled your financial records for your review. I was given explicit instruction by your parent to make you aware that though you may possess the Potter fortune, you can only gain full access when you become financially independent by the time you reach to complete your education or age 17 whichever comes earlier. Otherwise, you will only retain a stipend and the remaining vaults containing the fortune will be inaccessible to you. It had been a tradition in Potters so that future generations don't pay price for the immature acts of their predecessors."
"Ok, did they have any plan for how I am supposed to learn about Finance ?" asked Harry, though he was still skeptical about the arrangement.
"Yes, your parents and predecessors have amassed several books for you. Your mother was a very brilliant witch, she has also added her own notes for you to study. After our meeting Griphook will take you to vault." explained Bloodclaw forwarding him some of the documents for him to see.
He got a short letter from his parents explaining the situation behind there hiding at times of war. They prepared for all the possibilities. noted Amina, Harry gave a mental nudge as affirmation.
Then Bloodclaw briefs him about his family history and their place in the politics of Magical Britain.
Then he was taken to the vault discussed earlier.
After a quick rollercoaster ride through tunnels and whatnot, he got to vault.
Griphook told him to touch the knob of the door, as it will verify the person for their identity. After a quick prick to his finger vault opened.
"Mr. Potter, take your time, and when you are done just ring this bell. An attendant will take you to lobby." Griphook said and got ready to go.
After a brief nod of thanks to Griphook, Harry entered the vault, the door automatically closed after he entered. The vault was much larger than Dursleys' living room, filled with books and tomes of various kinds.
At the side, there were some trunks placed. At the front of the first trunk written Lily Potter nee Evans, after opening trunk, it was filled with books and some handwritten notes. In the top pocket, a letter was placed.
He quickly began to read it.
Hi Harry,
If you are reading this then it means our plans failed and we are no longer with you. I was so excited to see you grow into a handsome boy that now you are. For me, it would have been World. But fate has a different plan, baby you should know we may not be there with you but we are always inside your heart as you are with us.
I have created a basic guide for you to make the best use of my books and others placed in this vault.
Love,
Your mom.
He read the guide written by his mom and quickly gathered some of the titles in his trunk. He took his mom's and dad's trunk and after a tap, they were as small as a match, he quickly stores them in his trunk.
At the center of the room, there was a leather jacket covered book. This book was a compendium listing all the books by their title and instruction on how to use it. As it will summon any book from the vault to him and take it back when he was done. It also explained to keep this a secret.
Now that he was armed with all the knowledge he got out of the vault. After closing the vault, he rang the bell.
After his brief journey to the bank lobby, he strode out. It was already 3 o'clock in the afternoon. He walked back to Leaky Cauldron for his lunch in peace.
Then he approached Occult for his appointment. After briefing about the dosage and taking the potion, he left Diagon Alley. He had planned to get all the recommended books from the Muggle-born guide but felt he had enough on his plate to finish.
After getting out of the Leaky Cauldron. He walked for a short distance before calling Knight bus to get to Pivet drive.
He had much more to learn before catching Hogwarts Express on 1st September. Now he could see the light at end of his tunnel and even means to get there. No one can ever stop him now.
Author Notes:
Guys, it's good to be back. Expect regular updates. and one quick note, if anyone thinks this Harry will be a superman like in some fast-paced fics your wrong. Bcz I am just altering his personality and some edges. He will eventually be powerful. not overnight.
