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A/N: Well after what seems like years I am back with the latest chapter, I hope all my readers are keeping safe, along with their families and loved ones.

Italic parseltongue

Greengrass Manor

Lord Study

Clyde Greengrass could see the nervous expression on both of Harry's and Rose's face, after dinner he had wanted to speak to both twins. Iris was putting Astoria down for the night while both Daphne and Samuel was asked to read quietly in their rooms. Even now he was doing his best not to get angry, it was clear the twins had seen enough tempers in their short lives.

Harry and Rose were nothing like he expected, but then again both had been bought up with muggles. Both were much smaller then they should have been, and both looked as if they hadn't been fed in months. He had seen the eyes of the twins at dinner, it was clear to him that neither child had seen so much food, not mention their nervousness to actually start piling food onto the plates. Iris had been in tears when the whole family had started to eat and Harry and Rose just sat there not moving. When asked why the were not eating, it was Harry that informed the family that it was common practice for him and Rose to only eat once everyone else had and that even then all they were allowed was leftovers. Clyde and left the table and stormed into his study, so that he could let out his frustration at how the twins had been treated, and how one old demented fool at a lot to answer for. Once he had calmed down, he had returned to the table to find both twins had left. When he had asked Iris why she had replied almost in tears. The twins believed that they upset him, and didn't want to cause any more trouble. It was then Clyde and explained to both twins that he wasn't upset with them, but with how they had been treated. He asked to speak to both of the twins in his study, he wanted to know everything.

"Harry, Rose you two have done nothing wrong, I am not upset with either of you, I just don't understand how anyone could treat a child like your muggle relatives did to you. I want to help you both, me and Iris do, however, we need to know everything that has happened since you were placed in the care of your relatives."

Harry looked to Rose, and then towards Clyde, for two hours, Harry told Clyde all he could remember and how he and Rose were treated, and that if it wasn't for Rose then he didn't think he could survive for long living as a slave to his relatives. He told Clyde about Birthday and Christmas's and how he and Rose were always exempt from such events, being told Freaks! Don't celebrate Birthdays or Christmas. Harry then told Clyde how their cousin got dozens of presents and how he and Rose never got anything. He then explained about them sharing a bed and bathing together and how on Dudley eleven birthday, he had Spoken to a snake and after Dudley had shoved Rose to the floor he had been so angry that the glass in the zookeeping the snake away from everyone had just vanished and then reappeared a few seconds after very much in tacted and their cousin stuck inside the box. Harry noticed Clyde had laughed at that, however when he had mentioned how he and Rose were punished and starved for two days he had stopped laughing.

"Harry, Rose I am so sorry, for what you two have been through, Iris and myself looked everywhere for both of you, but we couldn't find any clue to where you had been taken, however now you are back where you both belong, in this world. Your parents were the bravest people we ever had the pleasure to call our friends, and no, both did not die in a car crash, both of your parents were hero's. Both stood up to a very powerful wizard who used magic to harm those who refused to believe in his cause. The name of this wizard was called Voldemort."

Clyde took a sip of his whiskey, it was time the twins learned who they were and why Harry was so famous in their world.

"Your mother and father had gone into hiding, after a threat had been made against you all. Even Iris and I didn't know where James and Lily were hiding, however, on the night of the 31st October 1981 your parents were discovered and Voldemort came after you all. I do not know why he did, to this day, however from what I learned, from reports at the Ministry, your father had dueled Voldemort inside the house that you had all been hiding in, however, he was no match for Voldemort's magic and tragically lost his life at the hands of Voldemort's wand. Your mother according to report tried to hide in the nursery with you two when the door was blown in, and she too fell to Voldemort's wand, however before she died she cast a spell that apparently protected you both, and when Voldemort tried to kill Harry, his magic backfired and he died, so say the reports. That is why you are famous Harry, you are the only person who has ever survived the killing curse and lived, not only that you were regarded as a hero because you alone had done what so many before you had tried to do. Stop Voldemort."

Harry and Rose head dropped it seems nothing their relatives had told them about their parents were the truth. Harry then looked up. "Sir at Gringotts when the Goblins performed the inheritance ritual on me, it was discovered that I was some Lord, I believe he said Lord Slytherin, because I had defeated Voldemort."

Clyde smiled in approval, Harry had said the Dark Lord name with no fear in his voice. He was however surprised that Harry was bringing this up, so soon.

Clyde placed his glass on the side table, "It was believed that Voldemort was actually the Heir of Lord Slytherin, however, he never actually took up the title. The night you stopped him Harry, magic recognized you as the Next Lord Slytherin. You and Rose will be very important to our world when you grow up Harry, especially you, as not only would you be Lord Slytherin, but Lord Potter too. I wished we had time to complete some training before you leave for Hogwarts... Of course why didn't I think of it before? Harry and Rose how would you like to spend an entire year here at Greengrass Manor, before you go to Hogwarts."

Rose and Harry blinked in surprise. "But Sir, that isn't possible, we are meant to be leaving for Hogwarts in a few days, although I can't speak for Harry, I would love to spend a year here getting to know our godmother, and Godfather and Daphne, Samuel and little Astoria."

Clyde smiled at the eleven-year-old girl. "Rose have you forgotten where you are now? this is the magical world, anything is possible if you know who to speak too. Magic is a wonderful thing that can solve many problems, however, I would need Harry's help,"

Harry perked up at Clyde wanting his help, what could he do, to help a fully grown wizard. Harry turned to Clyde as the older man spoke to him. "Actually I would need the assistance of Lord Slytherin, you see although it is possible for us all to spend an entire year together in this mansion, it is also very expensive and only the Goblins would be able to help us. If Harry is willing to help then I am willing to provide half of the gold needed from our family vault, if Lord Slytherin is happy to pay the other half. I know it is your and Rose Gold Harry, but I want you to think, of the benefits, this could gain you. For start you could learn magic inside this mansion for an entire year, listen to stories that Iris and myself have of your parents, it would also allow the potions you have been assigned by the Goblins to work fully meaning once we leave the time bubble, then both you and Rose will look the way you are supposed to. It would also give me time to prepare you Harry, for what will come as you get older. Not to mention you would both be able to spend one year getting to know Daphne and Samuel as well as little Astoria before the four of you leave for Hogwarts. However it would mean that tomorrow at Gringotts you would have to take up the headship of Lord Slytherin. So Harry what do you think? As I said the choice is up to you."

Harry looked to Rose, and both children began to chat, they desperately wanted to learn and magic, and wanted to learn more about the new world they had entered, also Clyde and Iris were willing to let them both become part of his family, something neither twin had. Eventually both Twins agreed and Harry turned to Clyde.

"Okay Sir, I am happy to take the headship of Lord Slytherin tomorrow especially if it will allow me and Rose to stay with you and Iris for an entire year."

Clyde smiled. "A very good choice Harry, you have shown much wisdom for one so young. very well tomorrow we will visit Gringotts and you will take up the mantle of Lord Slytherin, we will then ask the Golbin to provide the time bubble. One year inside the bubble would equal one day outside."

Just has Clyde had finished speaking to the twins a house-elf popped in and bowed to Clyde? "Lord Greengrass, I have prepared two guest rooms for Master Potter and Miss Potter, as asked. Both are next door to each other and both have a connecting door as you asked for."

Clyde nodded. "excellent Mippsey could you please lead Harry and Rose to their new rooms." Clyde turned back to his desk, when he noticed Harry was waiting at the door. The wizard turned to the boy and wondered why he had stopped. He noticed the boy head dropped and then in a voice with a hint of fear asked.

"Sir do you mind if Rose and I call you Uncle and Iris Aunty, it just Rose and I have never known family, and it just feels so good knowing that there were people out there who did care for the both of us."

Clyde smiled at the child. "Of course Harry, Iris and myself consider you and Rose as one of our own, you wish to call me uncle and Iris aunty then you may."

Harry's face broke out into a big smile, finally he and Rose had a family, he turned and left the study leaving Clyde to muse over everything that had just discussed.

Next day

The entire Greengrass family including Harry and Rose floo into the Leaky cauldron, Clyde had waved to the barman Tom, and then lead his family outside into the Garden where he used his wand to touch several bricks and waited as the bricks folded back leaving a doorway into Diagon Alley. Clyde then led his family into the Alley and towards Gringotts. He pushed the door open and walked into the lobby of Gringotts. He had already sent an owl ahead and had asked for an audience with Ragnok so that they could sort out Harry ascension. Clyde noticed Harry and Rose were looking around nervously as they approached the center bench. The clerk looked towards the wizard showing the rows of his pointed teeth.

"Welcome to Gringotts Lord Greengrass, how could we be of service to you today." The Goblin noticed the twins hiding behind Iris, he had seen them yesterday and already he could see a drastic improvement. Both twins were dressed in robes made of Acromantula silk. not those rags that they had appeared in yesterday. He and the other clerk who had seen the twins had been horrified at the state of dress the twins were in. Now though it seems their Godmother Iris was making sure that neither twins were ever seen like that again.

Clyde looked to the clerk's name tag. "Thank you Riphook, May your vaults continue to flow with gold. I have a meeting with your Lord and Chief. It is regarding the inheritance of young Harry here."

Riphook looked down the appointment list, "Yes we received your owl this morning, Please follow me the Chief has been waiting for you to arrive." Riphook stepped down off his stool and led Clyde and his family down a long Corridor, they passed many offices with the various crest on their door. Once they reached a set of golden doors they were stopped by two large armored Goblins who crossed their halberd spears blocking the entrance.

"Halt, who dare wishes to speak to Our Lord and Chief?" Harry and Rose's eyes widened causing them to hide behind Iris again, they had never seen anything so scary in their lives.

Riphook bowed towards the armored Goblins. "Our Chief as an appointment with one of the Founders Heirs."

The armored goblin removed their spears from blocking the door and watched as Riphook knocked and waited for an answer.

"Enter"

Riphook pushed the large doors open and led the group into the large chamber, where like yesterday Ragnok was seated behind his large desk. "Lord Greengrass it is good to see you, please bring the family closer, Riphook several chairs for our guests please." Ragnok watched as the clerk bowed and the summoned several chairs he waited to everyone was seated.

"Now I believe Young Mr. Potter here wished to claim the title of Lord Slytherin as discovered from his inheritance test. I trust Lord Greengrass you have spoken to Mr Potter about what this will entail and how he will be treated in this world, especially when it gets out that he is indeed the new Lord Slytherin by Conquest."

Clyde nodded in fact he had explained everything to Harry just after breakfast, so he knew what to expect, surprisingly the boy still wanted to go ahead. He had briefly explained about their government and the Wizengamot and how the House of Greengrass was considered an Ancient house, and how House Slytherin and House Potter were considered Ancient and Most Noble houses. Of course, he would go into match more details once they were inside the time bubble, Harry would have an entire year then along with Samuel to learn Politics and where they both would stand in the Wizengamot when both were of Age.

"I have Chief Ragnok, and Harry as agreed to make me his Poxy for House Slytherin."

Ragnok nodded. "Very well then let us begin. Young Mr. Potter if you are wanting to claim the title of Lord Slytherin then first you will need to access the Slytherin vault which is deep within the bowels of this Establishment, only those who are considered Heir would be able to access the vault, anyone who tried who, wasn't worthy would die a horrible death. The only way to access the vault is for the Vault to sense that magic has indeed made you the Heir of Slytherin after you defeated the Dark Lord ten years ago. The previous Heir did not wish to claim the title as he feared the trial. The Dark Lord knew of Salazar origins and he would never have used such magic against others as the Dark Lord had. Salazar Slytherin was not a Dark wizard and certainly did not hate those who were considered muggle-born. he believed the gift of magic was sacred and welcomed any who possessed the gift, however, when a muggle village kidnapped several magical children and burned them at the stake including his own Daughter, Salazar massacred the village, he killed all muggles and from that day forward was called an evil Wizard. The other three Founders were horrified at what he had done, Salazar tried to plead with them, telling them that muggles were dangerous it had been their own fault for kidnapping magical children and executing them by burning them at the stake. however the other founder wouldn't listen and so Salazar decided to leave Hogwarts, but before he did he created a special Chamber and left a Protector so that no other magical blood would ever be spilled again by muggles. That chamber still exists to this very day, it is said that inside the chamber would the true Heir find the fortune of Salazar Slytherin protected by his Guardian, who could only be controlled by those who were recognized by the magic of being the true Heir. His Vault here at Gringotts is only filled with what he deposited so many years ago. Only those who can speak the tongue of the serpent will be able to open it."

Harry's eyes widened as he remembered the snake in the zoo he had spoken to it, however he couldn't remember how, he turned to the Chief Goblin who was watching him closely.

"Can you speak the tongue of the serpent Mr Potter, have you ever spoken to a snake perhaps at a zoo recently?" Ragnok noticed the boy's eyes widened, causing the old Goblin to chuckle. "Do not be alarmed Mr Potter, Lord Greengrass mentioned it in his owl this morning, had he not then I very much doubt we would be having this conversation now. The Ring of house Slytherin is located in his vault, do you wish to take the trial?"

Harry gulped nervously and nodded.

Ragnok grinned and moved to the bookcase behind his desk, he pulled one of the books off the shelve that tilted forward and then the whole bookcase slid to the side revealing a loan minecart sitting on some type of track. "Very well then let us travel to the Slytherin Vault, unfortunately only three of you will be able to come. The minecart can only accommodate 4 people including myself. I would advise Miss Potter and one of the Greengrass adults."

Clyde and Iris discussed the situation, in the end, it was decided Iris would go with the twins being their official Godmother, as the twins and Iris climbed into the cart Harry heard the voice of Daphne.

"Harry good luck, please come back safely." Daphne waited beside her father as Samuel stood on the other side of his father. Astoria had been left with the house-elves back at the manor, after all, she was only nine and she wouldn't understand any of this. both twins waved as Ragnok released the break and the Minecart vanished

Harry and Rose and were sat on either side of Iris holding on tight, they remembered their first visit to their vault with Professor McGonagall, however, this was much worse the track seemed to go on forever spiraling down and down and down until it came to a complete stop outside fours large vault doors. Each door was imprinted with a coat of arms. On one door was what looked like to be a badger, on another some type of winged beast, that had the body, of a lion, and the face and wings of an Eagle. Next to this vault was another one with what looked like a large bird and finally to the far right, a large vault door with a large snake coiled on it.

Harry stepped out of the cart and noticed that neither Ragnok or his sister or Iris had moved to get out of the cart. "This is your trial alone, Mr. Potter, you must face it alone. Harry quickly charged back to the cart hugging Rose and then Iris. He then turned back to the vault door and approached he could hear a faint hissing, suddenly two snakes made of smoke solidified before him.

"Who dare approaches our master vault speak quickly or face our wraith."

Harry closed his eyes praying to whoever that he would be able to speak to these snakes suddenly from his mouth he hissed.

"I Harry Potter, Heir of Salazar Slytherin by Conquest, I wish to claim that what is mine and mine alone now."

The two snakes recoiled in surprise and then began to coil around the boy, squeezing "You speak the noble tongue of the serpent, and claimed to be the heir by right of conquest, but what does your magic say." The coils tightened squeezing the air out of the young boy, just as Harry was about to blackout at lack of oxygen, the snakes coil relaxed and the snakes uncoiled themselves from the boy.

"Our true Lord's magic is with you young Heir, pass and claim the ring and Title of Lord Slytherin" Both snakes dissolved leaving Harry panting for air.

Rose was attempting to get out of the cart to go to the side of her brother however Ragnok was preventing her from doing so. "Let me go, Harry's hurt, I need to go to him, please let me go. Rose's voice was breaking as her eyes were streaming tears. for her twins who she could do nothing to help.

Ragnok growled trying to stop the child. "Miss Potter please, your brother has to do this alone, you step foot on that platform you will interrupt the trial and you will end up dead. Beside Harry as passed. The snakes were testing him, seeing if he had the magic of Salazar Slytherin and he has, that is why they released him and bowed. "

Rose carried crying into Iris who alone had tears in her eyes, she had seen the pain and agony the boy had to endure finally though it was over, and Harry was about to claim his Lordship.

Harry held his side damn, those snakes played rough, he was sure one of his ribs were broken, however, he was so close. Harry laid his hand flat on the vault door and heard the sound of bolts and cogs turning and sliding apart. The large door swung open revealing a few mountains of gold coins, and in the middle of the vault, was a pedestal, and on the pedestal was the ring of Salazar Slytherin. The boy reached out grasping it in his hand, he suddenly felt warmth spread over his body. the pain in hos side subsided he looked at the ring in his hand and then slid it on his finger. The ring resized and Harry began to glow for several moments, he felt like he was in the middle of a hurricane of magic. eventually, the magic dispersed. Harry noticed something else besides the ring, it was a small black book and on the cover, was the title Salazar Slytherin Journal. He picked the book up and then left the vault looking at the small stacks of gold. He returned to the cart to be crushed by the body of his twin as she held him tight.

"You silly boy, you could have died, I had to watch you suffer, and scream, I though those snakes were going to kill you." Harry felt the wet tears on his robe and hugged his sister closer to him. Neither wanting to leave the other. eventually, though Ragnok coughed. to grab their attention.

"Mr Potter let me be the first to congratulate you on your ascension to Lord Slytherin may your enemies never see you coming Mi Lord."

Harry remembered his quick lesson with Clyde this morning. "And may your vault continue to flow with gold Goblin Chief."

Back in Ragnok office Clyde and his children were waiting, the cart had left nearly 30 minutes ago, Clyde was wondering what might have happened when suddenly he heard the sound of the cart coming back up which eventually arrived back in the office of the chief Goblin. Clyde was so relieved to see Harry and then looked to his hand with Slytherin ring was now on his finger. The family greeted one another quickly until a cough by the Chief Goblins broke up the commotion.

If that is all Lord Slytherin, I must file these documents with the Ministry, if you could sign here, and here and finally giving Lord Greengrass to act as your proxy on the Wizengamot. " Harry took the black quill from the goblin, however as he was about to sign his name, Clyde stopped him.

"Harry wait, in all the commotion I forget to mention something important, you holding the quill as reminded me. What you hold in your hand now Harry, is what is called a Blood Quill, as you sign those documents the quill will use your blood to do so. however the pain is only temporary, and just feels like a small sting or prick."

Harry looked at the quill and the documents on the desk, he placed the nib of the quill against the parchment and quickly signed his name. Dropping the quill as he looked at the parchment and saw the red ink which he now knew was his blood. Harry's eyes widened at dropping the quill he thought that he was in trouble until a toothy grin from Ragnok reassured him.

"Do not worry Lord Slytherin, it happens to most who are using the quill for the first time."

with Harry reassured the boy endured the pain and signed all three documents dropping the quill on the desk. he noticed Clyde then had to sign as a witness to accept the Proxy being given to him.

Ragnok took back the parchment used a stamp on each sheet and filed it in his tray beside his desk. "If that is all, then Gringotts bid you a good day."

Clyde looked over to Harry and then back to the chief Goblin. "Actually there is something else. Harry and Rose have missed so much, and really know nothing of this world they were born in. I want to change that. Lord Slytherin and I discussed it last night, and we would like to request the service of you nation in providing us with a time bubble."

Ragnok eyes widened, what was Greengrass playing at, he didn't even have the funds in his family vault to ask of such a request, however, the Goblin looked over to the young boy, Lord Slytherin certainly had the funds, so this was the reason why Lord Greengrass wanted the young Potter to take up his Lordship as Lord Slytherin. The Cheif turned his attention back to the Lord.

"Lord Greengrass unfortunately even with everything in your family vault you couldn't possibly afford what you are asking for. The time Bubble is ancient Goblin magic and so is considered sacred and comes with a price. you are looking at roughly 80,000 galleons, you would bankrupt yourself and your family."

Harry noticed the worry on Clyde's face, he never knew that Clyde had so little and yet he had taken himself and Rose into his home, treated them as family, Harry remembered what Ragnok had said about Salazar real fortune he would find this chamber and claim it. Making up his mind he turned to the Chief Goblin."

"Lord Ragnok how much is actually inside the vault of Slytherin at the moment, I remember seeing it yesterday but can't remember now."

Ragnok moved a piece of parchment and scanned down. "At the minute Lord Slytherin, your holding is 2,000,000 Galleons." Ragnok could see just what the young boy was thinking. A Potter through and through, always helped those in need. The Goblin waited and knew what was coming,

Harry looked towards his family he noticed the confusion Clyde face, he then turned to the Goblin. "Very well Chief Goblin I wish to use the funds of Vault Slytherin to pay for the time Bubble my uncle asked about, in addition, I want you to transfer the sum of 1,000,000 galleons into the Greengrass family vault. If I have the means then I won't see my new family suffer."

Clyde and Iris were speechless, even Daphne and Samuel's eyes were wide at the amount Harry was offering. Eventually, Clyde started to shake his head. "Harry this is too much you owe Iris and me nothing. If you are willing to pay for the time bubble then that would be enough."

Harry signed the parchment issuing the funds to be transferred immediately. "You and Iris have done so much for me and Rose in the short time we have known you. We have been accepted into your family, you treat me Rose like one of your own children, You have shown us more care than our muggle relatives ever did and we were with them for 9 years. You were willing to reduce your family's holdings, just so that Rose and I could learn from you, and have us prepared for when we enter Hogwarts. That alone means more to me and Rose then some gold. Please accept this gift as a token of mine and Rose's gratitude."

Iris looked to Clyde, after a small discussion the smiled and nodded. Clyde then did something he had not done yet. he hugged Harry and Rose. "Thank you both."

Both twins buried the head on Clyde's shoulder and hugged him back.