Disclaimer: I own nothing. Thank you J.K. Rowling for creating this magical world for us to play in.

A/n: Thank you all for your support. Just a friendly reminder that this story is for a mature audience only. There is a very steamy scene that is clearly marked in this chapter, along with the dreaded nickname that I have had so many complaints about. If you don't like, then don't read it.

Chapter 5
"Normal Speech"
Thoughts
'Mental Conversations'

"I see you are as graceful as ever cousin," Sirius said. No sooner than he started to speak everything went dark.

"Boss! It's Sirius Black! Is everyone alright?" asked Dora while keeping her wand at the ready even though she instantly stunned him.

"I should have seen that coming again. Remus, could you wake Sirius for this conversation. Auror Tonks, you can put your wand down. Although, Mad eye would be impressed by your entrance. Did you bring the file I asked for?" Amelia asked.

As soon as Sirius was squared away, Dora said, "I did as you asked boss, but ran into a small problem. There are no records of any kind."

"Ok. The first thing to do is get Sirius his freedom." Amelia replied as she was tapping her finger on her lip as millions of plans were forming in her head. "Damn, I wish I remembered to have you grab a bottle of veritaserum."

"Actually boss, I did grab a bottle before I walked out of the office. I just had a gut feeling about it." Dora replied as she shrugged her shoulders.

"Well, Sirius, what do you say?" asked Amelia, lifting one brow.

With a relieved look on his face, Sirius did his best not to tear up as he softly replied, "I have been waiting for this moment for 12 years."

With Sirius suddenly acting like an adult, Amelia forced herself to take a deep breath before saying, "Auror Tonks, would you please administer 3 drops to Mister Black while I set up the dictaquil?" She had to sit still for a moment while she flipped the switch to being all business. She knew that she needed to be all business, but for the first time in her career, she was finding it difficult to push aside her personal feelings.

"Amy, I believe we are past this whole Mister Black nonsense. I use to be just Sirius. Even after all this time, that hasn't changed." Sirius said in such a soft but serious tone, that unless you were looking at him, you would have thought it was someone else entirely.

Not taking the bait, Amelia quickly said, "Are we ready? Good. What is your name?"

"Sirius Orion Black"

"How do you know Harry James Potter?"

"I was a brother in all but blood to his father James, and I am not only his Godfather, but also have completed the Godfather Ritual."

"Were you the Potter's secret keeper?"

"No, it was Peter Pettigrew."

"Who was the person that cast the Fidelius charm on the cottage at Godric's Hollow?"

"Albus Dumbledore. He is the one who recommended Peter to be the secret keeper since no one would expect it."

"Did you ever say that you killed the Potter's?"

"No. I said I as good as killed them. I should have fought Dumbledore harder on this subject."

"I think that is all that I need." Amelia briskly said and started to turn away. "Tonks, could you please give him the antidote?"

"Wait a moment cousin, I have a few things that I need to say. First, Harry, I'm sorry I let you down. Second, Amy, I need you to know that I have only ever loved you. Ok Nymphadora, I'm ready for that antidote." Sirius said in a flat tone due to the serum.

"Um, do you guys mind if we go lay down? It kind of has been a long day for us. Remus, would you be able to show us where we are sleeping?" asked Harry. "Thank you for coming today Madam Bones, Madam Pomfrey, and Professor."

"Go get some rest you two. We will be in touch." Amelia said in a soft, almost mothering tone.

"You must have skin to skin contact even while in bed," explained Madam Pomfrey in a very matter of fact tone that brokered no argument.

"Okay cubs, if you will follow me, I will show you where to go." Remus started out of the room, and then suddenly stopped next to Sirius and said, "Don't do anything stupid Padfoot."

Sirius put his hand over his heart and mockingly replied, "Remus, you wound me!"

"Boss, if it's ok with you, do you mind if I head back to the office? I have some things that I need to finish up." Tonks asked, attempting to ignore her cousin's antics.

Amelia replied, "Go ahead Tonks. When you are finished that, I want you to wait in my office for me. I have a few things to discuss with you."

Just as Tonks was getting ready to leave she managed to trip over her own feet and fell over the coffee table. "Nice job Nymph. I see much hasn't… OUCH!"

"Call me by that name one more time Sirius Black, and you will not like what follows."

Grabbing Sirius's offered hand to help her get up off the floor he said, "And there is that famous Black temper. Tell your mother I said hello."

"I'll pass it along. But you really do need to send her an owl." And with that Tonks was gone.

"We should be getting back to Hogwarts as well. Just because its summer, doesn't mean we don't have work to do. Mister Black, please manage to stay out of trouble for now. At least we can get everything all sorted. Amelia, it's always a pleasure, we will be in touch" Minerva said as she was walking towards the fireplace.

"If those two need any help with their bond, I'm just a floo call away" Poppy added as she was right behind Minerva. With a blink of the eye, they were gone, leaving just Amelia and Sirius.

"Well, if there is nothing else for me to know, then I should be getting back to the office." Amelia quickly stood and went to turn towards the fireplace.

"Amy, wait a moment," Sirius called.

"Why Sirius? You left me. Do you know how long I waited for you? Do you know the heartbreak I suffered when the story got out that you were responsible for the Potter's death? Do you have any idea how hard it was for me to pick up the pieces and raise my niece by myself at the same time?"

"Amelia, please, let me explain" Sirius begged.

"What is there to explain?" Amelia snapped back. "I am not the same person I was when we were betrothed Sirius. I had to change to survive. We all did."

"I was set up Amy. I don't know why yet, but I intend to find out. When Hagrid took Harry from my arms on that Halloween night, I lost my mind. I was left alone with my grief. You know what it was like for me when we were at Hogwarts. What my parents and my actual relatives we like. James and Lily may have been my best mates, but they were also my real family. I shouldn't have left to go after that rat, and that one mistake took away twelve years of my life, and I have had to live with that while locked away like a criminal. I was forced into a personal hell having to live in that bloody cell, and all I am asking is for you to give me another chance," Sirius begged as he was gripping Amelia's hand.

"Sirius, you have no idea what you did to me. You don't know the hurt that I felt. I felt betrayed on top of that. Yes, I know NOW that you were set up, but at the time I didn't. I don't know if I can ever get past that." Amelia pulled her hand away and started towards the fireplace. Just before she left, she turned her head slightly and softly said, "I am willing to give you one more chance Sirius. For the love that we once shared. But I will not make this easy for you. And Sirius, you were right, there has never been anyone but you." Then she was gone.

Feeling somewhat relieved, Sirius fell into a chair and closed his eyes. Suddenly he felt a tap on the shoulder, and when he opened eyes, he found a glass of fire whiskey in front of his face. "How much of that did you hear Moony?"

"I heard enough Padfoot." Remus casually replied. "Harry and Hermione are all situated. Do you need to talk about anything before I head to bed?"

"No, I am going to have this glass then head that way myself," Sirius replied while staring intensely as the flames danced around the fireplace.

Remus patted his old friend on the shoulder and said, "If it helps, I'm proud of you my old friend. It is never easy to say the things you just did."

"Thanks, Moony, I'll see you in the morning." Sirius absently replied, wholly absorbed with the turmoil that was ripping apart his very soul at the moment as he replayed what just happened.

Meanwhile, in a room that would be considered the master bedroom:

If you looked around, you would find a warm sitting room with several mahogany bookcases, a beautiful open stone fireplace, and a comfortable love seat and two chairs in front of it. It was the perfect spot for sitting with friends or to curl up with a book. It would look like all was as right in the world. But, if you took a closer look, you would find two teens sitting on the plush red carpet that had gold accents, clinging to each other for comfort.

"Oh Harry, how could you this happen? They were innocent people. Who would do such a thing? They were simply stuck in the middle. What am I going to do now? Where will I go?" sobbed Hermione into Harry's chest.

Gently taking her face in his hands, he said, "Mione, look at me. We will get through this. You are my wife. Your place is by my side now, always. I don't know who or why someone would do this to you. But I promise you, I intend to find out, and I'll make sure justice will be done. Maya, you are not only my wife, but the love of my life, and my soul bonded mate. I will always be there for you. For now, we can stay here. Where ever here is, with Sirius and Remus. The only thing we have to do is go to Gringotts tomorrow."

Hermione seemed to heal a little with his words. "Harry, why did you call me Maya?"

"Because it seemed to suit you more than Mione. To me, it seems exotic and beautiful, just like you." Harry replied with a warm smile on his face. "Do you not like it? Do you want me to call you something else?"

"It's fine Harry. Truthfully, I don't mind. My parents use to call me that and Mi." Hermione replied. Seeing that he was about to object, she quickly continued, "Before you object, I want you to call me that. I want to be your Maya. In a way, it will help keep their memory alive."

"If that is what you truly want, then your wish is my command milady," Harry said as he made a slight bow.

"Prat" Hermione replied as she smacked Harry's arm. Her slightly lifted spirits fell quickly and as she chewed on her lower lip asked, "Harry, did you mean everything you said?"

"That and more."

Before Harry could continue to tell her anything else, Hermione placed her finger on his lips. "If you don't stop talking, you will never give me a chance to tell you that I will always be yours. Not only as your wife but as your soul bonded mate. Wherever you go, I will be there by your side. I have been in love with you since the moment I laid eyes on you on that first train ride to Hogwarts. I have always been drawn to you. When you weren't by my side, I felt as if something was missing. As if there was a hole deep within my very soul that could only be filled by you." Harry saw a window of opportunity and pulled her into a passionate kiss, pouring all his love into it.

Eventually, they broke apart since they both needed air and both panted heavily. Little did they know, they were strengthening the bond at that very moment. "Harry, I need you. I need to feel you, all of you. I need this Harry. I need to be able to forget even if it is just for a moment." Hermione said in a husky voice with the look of lust filling her eyes.
~Warning~ (a/n: Yes, this may be too soon, but what is about to happen is because of their Soul Bond. It is physically pushing them, or depending on your point of view, pulling them together.)

"Are you sure Maya? I mean, I'm not saying no, far from it. I want to make sure that this…" Before he could finish his sentence, Hermione pulled him into another deep kiss. What neither of them knew was that the bond was compelling them both to complete it. It helped them recognize their true feelings for one another, and were all but demanding them to consummate their marriage. Despite Hermione's despair from losing everything she has known, she wanted to forget it all… even if it was just for a few moments. To help fuel her even further, both of their desires were made very real and came to the forefront on their mind so forcefully due to the Ancient Magic's that were at work, it was causing their feelings of lust to be all-consuming.

Hermione asked in a husky, lust filled voice, "Does that answer your question Harry?" She slowly got up, stretching her body in such a way that it accentuated her beautiful curves. Harry was quickly scrambling to get up and follow her. Before she could step all the way through the door, he grabbed her from behind pulling her close. Slowly, he kissed her cheek, then moved to her ear, and slowly worked his way to her neck. She leaned back into him as his hands started to wander, to caress her. As she tilted her head to the side to allow him more access, his hands went under her shirt, one hand was slowly traveling towards her chest while his other arm was wrapped around her stomach as his hand clenched her hip, pressing her back tightly against him. A soft moan escaped her lips. They walked closer to the bed, taking different articles of clothing off the got closer they got.

As they stood inches away from the large, king size four poster bed, Hermione's pants fell to the ground. Before Harry could take advantage of the beautiful sight before him, Hermione turned to him, slowly undid his belt and pushed everything down, dragging her fingertips softly against him as her body followed. Gently wrapping her fingers around him and slowly started to move up and down. He let out a soft, throaty moan, encouraging Hermione to do more. She moved to sit on her knees and licked the tip of his stiff member. She started to lick and suck, slowly advancing more and more until he was deep in her throat. She began to move faster and faster till he was basically pulling her hair out with both hands. "Maya… I'm going to…." Was all he could manage before moaning and roared, "Hermione!" Hermione slowed, milking him of all his essence. When she was finally finished, Harry pulled Hermione by her arms to help her off her knees. He drew her into a kiss and before gently laying her on the mattress.

He started to slowly crawl over her body, looking deep into her eyes with every move he made. "I know I'm not beautiful Harry, that I'm just average looking," Hermione said as she tried to look away.

Harry replied by putting a finger under her chin so she couldn't look away and said, "Shhh… Hermione, you are the most beautiful person I have ever laid eyes on." Before she could continue to protest, he leaned in to kiss her. Slowly he made his way down to her neck, continually placing feather light kisses along the way and making her start to moan. "Patients Maya," he said in a husky voice that drove her senses into overdrive. He made his way down to her chest and gently started to trace his tongue around her nipple. His hand began to caress up her leg towards her thigh till his fingers reached her moist folds. Slowly, he parted them with his index finger, making her shiver. He started to move his finger in a slow circle around her clit, making her arch her back a little and moan. He then ran his fingers down, not rushing so she gets the most pleasure out of it. He teased her by traveling around her entrance, causing her hips to buck up. Taking that as his cue, he slowly entered her. Awarded with another moan and a buck of her hips, he slowly started to pepper her with kisses as he moved his lips down her body. His head finally found his destination. He dipped his tongue in and applied a small amount of pressure to her clit, and then gently started to suck. Just as Harry began to add a little more force, he added another finger. That was all it took for Hermione to start thrusting her hips wildly as she was unraveling.

"Harry, I need you inside of me." She begged. Even though it was only a few seconds from when she said that, it seemed like a lifetime as Hermione gripped Harry's hair while crying out his name as she came. Continuing to lick all of her sweet juices, keeping her just over the edge for a moment longer and arching her back. When she was finally finished seeing the stars, she fell back against the mattress as he made his way up to her face, gently kissing her. She felt his tongue on her lips, demanding entry. All she tasted on him was her and made her start dripping all over again. Even though no words were spoken, she told him to take her, to love her and to help her forget, all the horrors they suffered earlier that day.

He slowly positioned himself while keeping her in a deep, and hard kiss. He slowly entered her, being as gentle as possible. Once he felt resistance, he gazed deeply into her eyes to make sure she was ok and to ask permission one final time. With a slight nod, he pulled out and slammed himself back into her, causing her to scream from both pleasure and pain. He gave her a moment to collect herself before continuing. They made passionate love. They started to move faster and faster till Hermione moaned, "Harry, don't stop. I'm right there, don't stop!" She arched her back, increasing the contact between them, wrapping her legs around him, bringing them closer together.

"Maya" was all Harry could say as they came together. As that happened, they looked into each other's eyes, only seeing each other. What they didn't see was the gold and white light that was encircling them. As they completed their bond, the light started to expand and their magic pulsed. When they both climaxed, the force of the pulse was felt around the world. They laid in each other's arms, forgetting all of their worries. What every fate had in store for them, was going have to wait.

"I love you Harry." Hermione panted as she curled into Harry's arms.

Harry replied while kissing her temple, "I love you Maya. Now, and always"

"And Forever," Hermione added as she felt her eyelids become very heavy.
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Meanwhile in Scotland-

Albus Percival Wulfric Brien Dumbledore was sitting at his desk going over his plans. "Now that Granger is out of the way, Harry will be so distraught, he will come running back to me looking for comfort and advice, and finally be under my full control once more. To prevent him from straying away from his destiny, I will have to have Severus increase the potency of a few of his potions and will add a few charms as an extra precaution." He mumbled as he continued to look over the rolls of parchment in from of him. Albus looked up from his desk when he heard a knock at the door and added, "It had to be done, it was for the Greater Good after all. Ah, Severus, thank you for coming. Lemon drop?" Severus Snape took a seat and declined the muggle candy Albus was obsessed with.

Tonight, he just looked exhausted. His hair looked horrible, more so than usual, and it looked like he hasn't been able to sleep in weeks. Rubbing his forehead, as if he had a headache he said, "Albus, something is coming, I can feel it."

"Nonsense, everything is as it should be. I have eliminated the problem, and have put us back on track. Now tell me, have you finished the potions?" Albus replied while giving a wave of his hand, dismissing the worries.

"Yes, I have them here for you to send to Molly Weasley," Severus replied, annoyed at his dismissal.

"Excellent. If there is nothing else, go get some sleep." Severus got up from his chair and turned to leave. What he didn't realize was that Albus had his wand in his hand and that he silently cast his memory and mood altering charm on him. Once he was gone, Albus looked to his Phoenix and smiled. Fawkes turned his head slightly to stare at the old wizard, wondering what happened to the one-time self-appointed Leader of Light. Fawkes started to flex his wings just as every instrument Albus had monitoring Harry Potter began to twirl faster and faster and eventually began to smoke seconds before... BOOM! Every single one of them exploded from some odd pulse of magic. The explosion was so powerful that it sent him and the chair he was sitting in flying backward, knocking him out. The castle let out what could only be considered a heavy sigh, knowing that all the wrongs would finally be righted and her home would be safe once again.

Fawkes took this very moment to fly away. The forced bond he once shared with Dumbledore has now broken thanks to that pulse. Whatever dark ritual Dumbledore performed to keep Fawkes had finally been destroyed. He was free. Free to find his mate who he knew was out there, and open to seeing those who were recently bonded and the ones who had unknowingly sent that pulse of the purest magic throughout the world. Just as he flew over the forbidden forest, he felt the pull of his heartstrings. He made a slight turn and finally headed to his mate and the life he was meant to live.

At the Burrow-

"Mum, are those tarts ready to send to my Harry?" asked Ginny Weasley.

"They are just about ready Ginny dear. Would you care to try one?" asked Molly Weasley with a loving smile on her face. She managed to potion just one for her daughter.

"Sure mum, thanks." Ginny grabbed the treat and walked out the back door.

No sooner did she leave did Ron come strutting into the kitchen. Knowing they were alone, he asked, "Mum, did we get the money yet from Dumbledore? I have a few things I need to buy so that I can send them to Hermione. I was thinking of chocolates since they were easy to injection with the loyalty and love potions."

"Tomorrow dear. I still don't know why you want that filthy little Mudblood when you could have a respectable Pureblood." Molly said with disdain.

"Mum, I have already told you. I need her to make it through school. Plus, she will be at MY beckon call, not Potter's. Not only will I take the thing he wants most, but I will also need someone to look after all of the children I have with my Pureblood wife. Besides, I could just use her now, then make her disappear once I'm done with her." Ron said as he reached for a pie.

Little did Molly and Ron know, there were two sets of ears just around the corner hiding in the shadows. "Fred, we have to do something," George whispered.

"I happen to agree with you oh brother of mine. Let's wait and see what happens. Maybe we should send a letter to Bill to let him know what is going on." Replied Fred just a softly. The last thing he needed was to alert their mum to their presence.

"Agreed," George said as he and Fred quietly crept back to their room. They had some planning to do.

First Edit: 7/1/17

Second Edit: 3/21/18