In Letters.....

Dudley had gone down stairs with his parents that night before instead of going straight to bed like he wanted to. He felt that he needed to answer as many questions as he could so they would be able to understand. Granted he knew only so much and Harry would have to fill in the blanks, but he was going to try. For the most part they seemed to understand that maybe they were wrong and maybe they needed to get to know the boy. They saw that he was in fact just human and had agreed to get to know him for who he was. That’s as good as he was going to get and for right now that was ok. Then they had asked why he was spending so much time with the boy, Dudley smiled.

“ He saved my life. God knows that he didn’t have too, that I wasn’t worthy of it. But he saved my life, my soul. I feel as if I have been given a second chance to get to know him, a second chance at life. I’m getting my life together, seeing things outside myself. I saw that he needed help and I vowed to help him. So I’m going to. He’s a great person, trust me on this. “

And with that said, he wasn’t questioned farther on his motives. But in truth he didn’t have a motive. All he wanted was to get his life on track and he knew Harry would be the catalyst for it, that some how Harry would guide him. And he had never thanked him for saving him from the Dementors, it never occurred to him that he would have to. But maybe he should. He was truly thankful for the chance he had been given and would do whatever had to be done to not waste it.

As he said goodnight to his parents the call from Jake came in. Now, Dudley didn’t ask for the story but he got it any way. Jacob Holmes had a tendency to pick up ‘strays’ and that’s how he had met Harry. The boy had been wondering through the mall in London and Jake’s 6 year old daughter Mackenna had brought him into the group. Apparently Harry had told him everything, magick and muggle and was taken in. They all loved the boy as if he was one of their own. He had found a place to belong and for that Dudley was grateful.

Then Dudley went on to tell Jake what the last three days had brought about. The drinking, the tantrum, Angel showing up and the rage that seemed to almost rip Harry apart. Jake, was not pleased, not at all. The man had ranted a bit then calmed down so that the plans could be altered. By the time Dudley hung up the phone 2 hours later they had everything set. The Holmes’ would be arriving at 9 am in a black Hummer. He was also informed that Jake was always early. Needless to say, Dudley did not take his Dreamless Sleep that night, he had to be up far to early.

And that’s why Dudley was currently sitting on the front stoop at half eight sipping a cup of coffee. Life had truly taken a good bit of turns, but so far so good. This guy Jake seemed to know what he was talking about when it came to Harry, and Dudley found that he liked the man. He had given Harry that little bit of subtlety that kept him from toppling over, that helped keep him sane. And the family loved him. Harry needed to be loved.

Scanning the street, Dudley caught sight of Piers Polkiss and Marcus Anderson. He had been absent from the gang a lot more over the last year and had decided to stay that way. Absent. They had spent most of their youth beating up younger kids, vandalizing the play park, smoking on corners and drinking. They were bad kids and Dudley didn’t want that any more. After all the road to redemption is not paved in gold and is full of bumps and dips. Thus the appearance of Piers and Marcus and why it upset him. He didn’t want to mess anything up with Harry. They needed each other, or at least Dudley needed him.

“ Hey D, Harry up yet ?! “

Dudley’s head snapped to the right and he cursed. Tonks, 4 of the Weasley’s and Hermione were quickly walking up the street. He didn’t know how much they knew about both boys up stairs, if they knew anything at all. And once again it fell on him to explain. It’s just that he really wasn’t sure how.

Somehow, both parties reached him at the same time and Dudley laughed out right.

“ I knew I shouldn’t’ve gotten up this morning. I should not have answered the phone last night. Have a seat, we’re waiting for Jake and the girls. I have something to tell you. “

“ Angel showed up and Harry went into a rage ? “ Ginny asked innocently

Dudley just looked at the girl as she sat down. OK, he’d seen stranger things but how did she know that. Ginny saw the look and smirked.

“ Severus Snape came storming into head quarters last night demanding to know where Angel was. I said, he is the safest man on the planet and went to the one who loves him most. The man deflated and actually hugged me. A pick me up off the floor bear hug, I thought he’d gone nutters. When you meet Snape you’ll understand, he’ll be here later. We know who Angel is D, figured it out ages ago. No worries. “

“ Yeah, Draco Malfoy. My best mate is head over. See the Draco we know and the one in the letters are polar opposites. We know that he had to act the way he did because of who his father is and what he is. But we are also fully prepared to get to know him. Now, those two look as if they want to ask questions. “ Ron said

Dudley looked over at Piers and Marcus and sighed. He didn’t want to do this today.

“ Yes ? “

“ Lynn, Amy and Aaron got letters this morning. “ Marcus said slowly

“ Delivered by Owl ? “ Dudley asked

“ Yes. “ Piers confirmed

“ They were excepted to Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizardry. I here it’s the best school of magick in the country. “ Dudley grinned

The boys nodded and sat down. They were still in shock and everyone could see it plainly. Their world had been upset by the truth that magick was real and their siblings had been born with it. And something more.

“ There’s this tall guy with black hair at our house. He wanted to explain everything. We just heard the story of The-Boy-Who-Lived and it’s still not sunk in yet. Magick is real. “ Marcus said

“ Very real. Go get the girls and that guy. The-Boy-Who-Lived is still in bed with the son of a Death Eater, but if we can get everyone here we’ll wake them up. See, there are Jake and his girls now. Hurry up. “

Dudley, who was still intimidating at times, spoke and off they ran. As soon as the boys were out of ear shot, the Weasley’s plus Hermione and Tonks laughed. It wasn’t funny how they reacted, it was funny how Dudley handled it.

“ That was good and I don’t think they caught it. Where did you get that one ? How in the hell do you know what a Death Eater is ? “ Hermione laughed

“ Angel. Jake, only 15 minutes early ? I expected you ages ago. “

The man was tall, at least 6’6 and thin but fit. He had dark brown hair and laughing kind blue eyes. He was dressed in baggy jeans and a button down black tee shirt, the tattoos that covered his arms left exposed. Reaching out a hand, he pulled Dudley into a half hug and laughed.

“ Mackenna got her Hogwarts letter this morning and it took us an hour to get her to stop bouncing around the manor. This is Isis, “

“ Hi, D. Is the lazy ass still in bed ? “

“ Yes. Angel is here. “

The women’s deep brown eyes, lined in black, lit up as she smiled. Dudley laughed and quickly memorized her. She was only about 5’5 and was thin. Her reddish brown hair cut pixy short and tipped in a violent shade of purple. She was dressed in a pair of hip hugger flare blue jeans and a black tank top. She looked to be about 26, but Dudley could be wrong.

“ I’m Lana and this is my twin Libby. Nice to meet you. “

They were damn near identical, both had jet black hair to their waists and bright blue eyes lined in black and just over 5 foot tall, but that’s where it ended. Libby was dressed in an over sized faded old looking Slipknot tee shirt and baggy jeans that looked like they could have been Jake’s at one time. Her hair was also highlighted with blood red. Lana was dressed in a jean skirt that came mid thigh, black fishnet stockings, and a black tank top. On her feet were a pair of knee high combat boots and her hair was tipped in electric blue.

“ Twins ? “

“ Yup. I wanted to give Ace something to bitch about. “ Libby laughed

“ I’m Kenna. I would like to see my Ace please. “

Dudley laughed and squatted down. The child had jet black hair that went to her waist like her sisters, only her eyes were a deep purple color that nearly shocked him stupid. She was in a jean skirt and a Misfits tee shirt, all black Chuck Taylor’s on her feet.

“ We are waiting for 6 others. A couple kids on the street got letters today. “

“ Ace is not going to like that. “

“ Maybe not, but it may help them understand what magick is and how it works. Harry taught you Kenna, they have no one to show them. Maybe you’ll get a few new friends out of the deal. That wouldn’t suck. “
“ No, it wouldn’t and you’re right. They do need to understand before their dumped there. Where are they ? I really want to see my brother, even if I do have to share him now. “

“ He’s happy thought and he loves you, that’s all that really matters right ? “

The girl smiled and gave a court nod. Dudley was starting to wonder how much time she spent with Harry.

“ She has picked up a lot of Ace’s mannerisms. They connect on a level that none of us really understand and I don’t really think I want to. She’ll start bouncing if they don’t hurry up. She really misses him. “ Jake laughed

“ Guy’s mingle. I’m going to get the others. “

“ You have the manors of a goat D. “ Ginny said “ Hi, I’m Ginerva Weasley. Call me Nerva. “

Dudley laughed as he quickly walked up the street. The Polkiss’ and the Anderson’s were in 8 and 10, so it made a lot of sense that they would be talked to together. So he knocked on the Anderson’s front door before walking in.

“ It’s Dudley. “

“ Sitting room. This guy is still laughing. “

Dudley walked into the sitting room smirking. There on the floor sat Severus Snape laughing hysterically.

“ Severus Snape ? “

The man nodded helplessly and tried to catch his breath.

“ It wasn’t what was said.....or how it was said.....but the look on your face.....Yes, Harry Potter is The-Boy-Who-Lived. Their still in bed ? “

“ It’s only 9 am. I want these guys to know what’s what when they get to Hogwarts, so I need you lot to come with me. He’s really not a morning person, so you may want to call Dobby when we get there. We got the whole gang. “

“ I have to deal with Gryffindor’s today ? “

“ Yes. 4 Weasley’s, Hermione, Tonks and Harry. “

Severus pulled a face and picked himself up off the floor. The adults in the room just starred. Here was Dudley Dursley talking about magick as if it wasn’t new to him. Then the reality hit when Severus said that Harry Potter was the boy from the story. There had been a wizard on the street for a great deal of time and none of them knew. What else could the Dursley’s be hiding.

“ I am going to kill Draco when I get my hands on him. He just up and left. As his godfather I have a right to know what he’s up to. Like it’s perfectly normal to be nearly beaten to death by your insane aunt, PK to the castle and die on us 3 times before your stabilized. He had just woken up after a 2 day healing sleep and was gone. I hugged a Weasley. “

“ Do you feel better now ? “

Severus huffed and crossed his arms. For the first time Dudley noticed that he wasn’t wearing the robes that Harry had described. He was in a dark blue pair of jeans and a black polo. That within it self was a wonder. Shaking his head, Dudley beckoned the younger kids forward.

“ You can’t see his scar and don’t ask to. He hates the BWL stuff and is really quite a normal 15 year old. Well, he’s a Goth but that is not the point. Let him teach you, ask questions about things other then The DL and the BWL. There’s another little girl over there who’s starting this year, you lot will get a lot of help. You will have people to turn to when you get there too. Now if this Over Grown Bat here is ready, we’ll get going. Have you eaten ? “

All 5 kids shook their heads no and Dudley nodded. Closing his eyes for a second he did a quick head count. 6, 5, 5, 2, 3 – 21.

“ Severus, 21. We have 21 people. “

“ How in the name of Merlin – You know what, I don’t want to know. I just really don’t. Alright you lot, let’s get this show in the road. “

Dudley laughed and nodded to the adults. Yes this was going to be different. He knew that Harry had a soft spot for children and hopped that he would help this lot out. He knew that Harry had felt a bit lost when he had gone to Hogwarts and with the fame on top, it hadn’t helped matters. But Harry was no longer the only wizard on the street and he hoped that they would all stick together.

Coming up on the group still loitering in front of number 4, Dudley made a round of quick introductions.

“ Now, lets all head up stairs and wake the boys. Severus is going to call for breakfast and we are going to get to know each other. Follow me please. “

Dudley led the way into the house only to stop short when he saw his mother at the top of the stairs.

“ What in the world ? “

“ If you would excuse us please, they’ll introduce themselves as we go in. Amy, Aaron and Lynn got their Hogwarts letters this morning and I’m hopping that Harry will be able to help them understand the Wizarding World before they are just tossed into it. Mrs.Polkiss looked like she was on the verge of a break. Their at the Anderson’s. “

“ It’s not that big a deal. You taught me that. I’ll call her. Alright in you get now. Try not – never mind there are spells for that. “

Dudley laughed and led the way into the room. He watched from the door as each one introduced themselves with a smile, pushing away all the things that they had heard over the years. When Mackenna had introduced herself like a young lady would, she pushed her way through the crowd and bee lined for the bed. They all watched as she took off her shoes and climbed up.

“ What is she doing ? “ Petunia whispered

“ Waking up her brother. “ Dudley replied

The all watched as Mackenna lay down next to Harry and put her head on his chest.

“ Kenna. “ Harry mumbled

“ Ace. S o I have to share my favorite brother now ? “

“ Only brother. “

Mackenna grunted and starred at the blonde who lay snuggled into Harry’s other side. She had been told so much about him. She knew how much her brother loved him and knew that he deserved him. But it also hurt a little bit to know that her Harry wasn’t just her’s anymore. But on the brighter side of things, she had another brother.

Smiling, Mackenna reached over and brushed a strand of platinum blonde hair off Draco’s face. When he opened his eyes, they just starred at each other.

“ Hello. My I ask who you are ? “ Draco finally asked

“ Kenna Holmes. Your Angel, Ace told me about you. I’m glad to finally meet you. “

“ You as well. Time ? “

“ Just after 9. Ace, I got my letter. “

“ I told you so. “

Harry pulled Mackenna tight to his side in a hug making the girl laugh. Still giggling, Mackenna sat up and crossed her arms. Harry rolled his eyes.

“ Everyone is here and you two have to get out of bed. There are three new witches on the street and an overgrown bat. And breakfast is on the way. “

“ 3 ? On Privet ? “

Harry finally sat up and looked over at the group. Yeah, they were all there.

“ Well, good morning. Angel , ALL of them are here. And then some. Lynn, Amy, Aaron come. “

By the time the girls took off their shoes and joined Mackenna on the bed, the Dursley’s Anderson’s and Polkiss’ joined them in the room. It was odd to see all aspects of his life coming together. Strange for there to be other magick folk on Privet. And stranger still that he was perfectly happy.

With Mackenna and Lynn on his lap and Amy and Aaron on Draco’s, Harry sighed. He was going to have to spill the beans.

“ Everyone have a seat. This isn’t a long story, but your reflexes aren’t as quick as mine and you may not get out of the way quick enough. “

Harry watched as everyone sat down on the floor and starred at him avidly. Then he noticed Ripper and Marge Dursley and flinched.

“ Hello Aunt Marge. How was your flight from Cancun ? “

“ Long, but thank you for asking. I’ve only just arrived. I’m a bit confused. “

“ I will try to be as clear as I can. The beginning isn’t too clear, no one knows why I survived. But I do. Before I was born a prophecy was made about a boy born at the end of July to parents who had defied the Dark Lord 3times. It said that this boy would have powers that the Dark Lord did not. That the DL would mark him as his equal. That either must die at the hand of the other or they would never truly be able to live while the other was still alive. - “

“ Sorry. The Prophet is calling you the Chosen One. “ Ron said gently

“ For once they got it right. The DL chose me. A half blood like himself, my mum was muggle born my father a pureblood. At 15 months old my magickal power equaled his. Now however I am a mage, a very powerful mage. I have one more growth until I become Sion, the only one that there will ever be. – “

“ Why do they call you The-Boy-Who-Lived ? That I don’t understand at all. I mean, - I don’t really know actually. “ Amy piped up

“ October 31, 1981 the DL came to the house my family was staying in. He had heard half of the prophecy and acted on it. He killed my father first then went after mum and me. He told her to stand aside, to let him have me. As she begged for my life something started to happen that couldn’t be seen or felt. She exchanged her life for mine. My mum loved me so much that she sacrificed herself for me. When he killed her he turned his wand on me, the love that surrounded me protected me. The killing curse rebounded and broke him. I am the only one to have survived the Killing Curse, left only with a scare where it touched me. That night the Wizarding World rejoiced. Peace would ring for 13 years and fear would be forgotten. They dare not speak his name because he may return. Lord Voldemort the self proclaimed Dark Lord was no more, but peace only last for a little while. And all good things come to an end. In June of 2004 I was the only witness to his rebirth. I was helpless to stop it, there was nothing I can do. He used my blood, stole for me my mum’s protection. He began his second rise and I was never meant to live. I was meant to die in that graveyard. But I survived and I went about to tell everyone. No one believed me. I was called an attention seeking liar. They said that I was trying to keep my name in the paper, making up stories to scare everyone. It wasn’t until me and my friends broke into the Ministry of Magick after Voldemort sent me a false vision. That was not fun. Not at all. “

“ Bellatrix turned her wand on Ginny and I thought you’d lose it. We hit the shelves in the Hall of Prophecy with Redactor Curses. Why did we split up ? “ Ron laughed

“ Because it seemed like the thing to do at the time. Neville came out with a broken nose. Ginny a broken ankle. Hermione was hit with that curse. I have no clue what Ron was hit with but then you were hit with that brain thing. The only one unhurt was Lulu. “

“ Who ? “ Draco asked

“ Luna Lovegood. A bit odd, ok very odd, but she’s a really good friend. Anyway. Then Minister Fudge had to admit that he was wrong and I am once again their hero. Ladies and Slugs they have no idea what their in for. Not only that but, I have the – Minister, please join us. “

The Minister limped across the room and sat at the end of the bed.

“ I’d sit on the floor but I wouldn’t be able to get up. I came to check on your friend. She alright ? “

“ Krissy is as well as can be expected. Rufus, what’s the matter ? “

“ I had to get out of the building before I went mad. Lord Malfoy, doing better I can see. “

“ Yes thank you. Can we eat now ? “

Harry laughed and waved his hand. A long low table appeared at the end of the bed and Dobby popped in. The elf looked around and smiled, he’d be feeding an army. Then he looked back at Harry and crossed his arms. It was the same stance he had used when facing down Lucius Malfoy and Harry knew he was in trouble.

“ How are you ? “

“ Better. “

Dobby cocked his head to the side and just stood there for a second. He seemed to be appraising him, trying to tell if he was lying or not. Out of the corner of his eye, Harry saw his friends trying to choke back their laughter. He was about to be told off by a House Elf. A House Elf that had every right to.

“ You says you’s fine, but Dobby knows. Don’t make Dobby come sit with you again, I will. Al right, you’s looks ok. Coffee or tea ? “

The elf turned and got half and half. With a nod, Dobby shook his finger at Harry and vanished with a pop. Flopping backwards in the bed Harry joined the laughing that had finally burst.

“ Lord Potter, you were just told off by a House Elf ? “ Rufus asked

“ Lucky it wasn’t Winky. Now she can really tell you off. No, Dobby just really cares. Everyone around the table, should be here soon. “

“ I want to sit between Ace and Angel ! “ Mackenna shouted

By this time everyone was laughing so hard it didn’t matter where they sat. But they gathered around the table and breakfast arrived. The adults listened as the golden trio recounted their years at Hogwarts. Some of the things that they had done could’ve killed them and almost had. Then Harry went on to describe the snakes rebirth then what no one had saw at the Ministry. And they just sat there, their breakfast long since forgotten.
“ I blame the Headmaster for a lot of it. But I also rushed off without thinking. So I am as much to blame. I put you lot in danger and I can not be excused from that. At any given time I could lose one of you like I did Sirius, so I have made a few choices as to how to keep you safe. “

“ If you think you’re going to lock us up in the castle you can just toss that right now. We have been fighting with you since our 1st year and just because the snake is back doesn’t mean we’re going to stop. We got hurt sure. You didn’t want us to go. We forced you to let us. We got hurt, but we’re still alive and we’re still wanna fight. Get your head out of your bum Potter. You need help and you’ve got it. “

Harry just sat starring at Ron as if he was seeing him for the first time. The boy had grown up a lot after the Ministry break in. He had started to see the world that was out side himself and really see it. Harry didn’t know if he should punch the red head or hug him.

“ Really Ron, do I look that dense ? Do not answer that. No, I can’t lock you lot away and I would be stupid to. But I have plans that will keep you safe. I love you lot, all 30 some odd of you and well you’re all I got. Dad, I’m gunna sever the link. I may need a few grounds. “

Severus Snape nearly spat out his coffee as Harry stood. Sever the link, he could do that ?

“ What now ? How ? We haven’t talked about this. We don’t know the risks. Harrison James, just stop a second damn it. “ Severus said very quickly.

“ I have something to show you. Isis, log into the link. “

“ Yes sir. “

With a cocky laugh the women pulled a lap top out of her bag and began the long process of logging in. The people looked from Harry’s smirking face to Isis’ and said nothing. Something was about to sift though, they knew that.
“ Dad, how do you get one over on a pure blood psycho ? How do you pull and save your spies and yes you are not the only one. Without my link, how do we play offence ? “

“ I don’t know. “

“ You go on a suicide mission. Plant pin hole cams and mini microphone things all over Big Nasty’s base. Hide and link it all to a server. Set up a website that is so locked down I have a hard time getting in. Theses spies will never be found. Can’t be killed and don’t talk back. We have full access to everything that goes on in Riddle Manor. Live, as it happens. Ace, you ever do that again I’ll kill you. “ Isis smirked “ We went Muggle. He’ll never find out. That boy has a network so vast that it would make your head spin. “

Now Harry smirked, rolling his eyes. So he’d done something beyond stupid. Ok, they were just going to have to deal with it.

“ That’s where you went ? Two days after Sirius fell, you simply vanished. I was up all night waiting for you to come back. You came back around dawn, smirking. There was a fire in your eyes that terrified me. Then you got out one of them things and you started grinning evilly. You called Big Nasty, cause I like that one, every name under the sun. Can you really sever the link ? “

“ Yes, I can. “

Ron nodded and stood. He had seen Harry in more pain then he ever wanted to again. He watched as the visions took hold and had held him down as he thrashed. He had held him after and poured potions down his throat. Ron knew more then anyone what the link with Voldemort was really doing.

“ I’m the one who’s seen it, every night since he’s returned. I know that you have tremors, that the potions no longer work. I don’t know what you see and I really don’t want to know. I know that you’ve been seeing that Roberts guy, the doctor for the last year and the stuff that he has you on you don’t like. If you can stop it, do it. I can’t take your screams any more. I can’t just hold you down and be helpless. I can’t watch him kill you. “

Harry looked down at the floor. They were having one of their moments. They really did happen at really odd times too. There had been that one time in the showers when Harry had just dropped. One time after he’d sicked up on Ron’s leg. And one time last year when the tremors had been so bad they had slept sitting up in his bed. He loved Ron, he really did. The boy was always there when he needed him and always would be.

Looking up at his best friend and brother, Harry grinned.

“ You know that one time – “

“ Don’t worry about it. “

“ Or that night – “

“ Over and done. “

“ And just before term ended – “

“ Harry ! “

Harry laughed as Ron crossed his arms and scowled at him. Yeah he had told Harry never to mention any of the things that he had done. The boys in the dorm were all DA and had been placed under the Tattle tale charm soon after the visions had started. But the Weasley brothers would never let him live down the things he had done for Harry. Never.

“ I couldn’t help it. “

“ Right. Bloody Fairy. “

Harry laughed as Ron pulled him into a tight hug.

“ Love you Ronnie. “

“ Love you too Ace. Now do the damn thing. How many grounds ? “

“ No idea. I’ll finish the change. I don’t know how it will happen. “

Ron nodded and pulled back.

“ I got it. Don’t worry. I know. “

“ What are you talking about ? “

“ Sit with Draco. Don’t let him panic. “

“ I wasn’t thinking that. But as always, you have a point. D get your video camera, I want this documented. Isis, I have something you may become addicted to. I solemnly swear I am up to no good. “

“ Score ! “

On the wall next to the bed 10 flat panel screens appeared in 2 rows of 5. On the long pine table was a wireless key board and mouse and a set of speakers. Harry nearly laughed as he watched Isis bounce on the balls of her feet, grinning like an idiot.

“ It’s always running. Go on, test her out. “

Isis hugged him tightly before plopping down in the big leather chair and setting the screens up for the break. The girl was a computer wiz and just a bit strange. But Harry knew with her watching they would miss nothing, that’s the way that Harry wanted it. Then he turned to the little ones and knelt down.

“ I would like you four to head down stairs. I’m going to go all scary and I don’t want you to see. “

“ No. I’ve seen you have visions and I’m staying. I’ve grounded you once too. I’m not afraid, not of you. Not ever. “ Mackenna said firmly

“ If she stays we stay. This is big right ? “ Aaron asked

“ Yes. This will save my life. “

“ Then we stay. Kenna, you’ll explain right ? “ Amy asked

“ I can. “

“ Then we stay. “ Lynn finished softly.

Mackenna then took Harry’s face in here hands and looked at him seriously. She had woken him from nightmares. Watched as her dad and Isis held him down. She watched him sake for days. This was a good thing. She knew it was and she wasn’t going to miss it.

“ Kick his ass Ace. “

Harry smiled and hugged her tight.

“ I promise. I’m gunna change. That’s why I need the grounds. “

“ And you have no idea how many. I’ll explain it to the rents. Go see Angel, he looks a bit green. “

Harry flinched and went to sit beside Draco. The blonde was looking down at his lap, frowning. He seemed to be thinking very hard about something and Harry wondered if he should interrupt him. This was big, very big. The link that he and Voldemort shared was nearly as old as he was. But it had to be cut. The pain that he went through in visions was only the tip of it. Voldemort was also unknowingly draining his reserves, using his magick to slowly kill him. Without the link, Harry had a better chance at winning this war and coming out alive at the other end.

Looking back up at Draco, Harry’s eyes met stormy gray and he turned to mush. He’d not go through with it if Draco asked him not to. He would live through that pain, take the visions and be drained if Draco asked him to. But he knew the boy wouldn’t. Draco knew that this was the only way for Harry to live and actually live. He knew that the pain was slowly breaking Harry’s mind and it was only a matter of time before he was driven insane. Who would save them then, who would love him then.

Reaching over, Draco took Harry’s hand in his own, lacing their fingers together. Harry was trembling and if he really stopped and thought about it, Harry’s hands were always trembling. The link had to be severed, there was no question.

“ What are you waiting for you ponce, sever the link. “

Harry smiled and kissed him softly.

“ Thank you. Ronnie here will be your arm. He will allow you to cling to him and hide your face if you have to. He will hold you, be the best brother in the world and will cling to you just as hard. This isn’t easy for him either. Not at all. Kenna, will do the same. I know this will not take that long, I know where the link is. I needed a plan before I broke it. “

“ Yeah, I see you went all out with it too. “ Ron said dryly

“ Oh, that was fun. A lot of fun. I ran into Bella, she couldn’t see me I’m not that stupid, I kept tossing Stinging hexes at her. The other DE’s thought she’d really lost it. It was great. “

Ron just shook his head as Harry kissed Draco again and moved into the center of the room. He pulled the blonde next to him into his arms as the others gathered around. Dudley stood in the center of it all, video camera in hand and rolling. This would be played for the school Ron knew. Harry breaking the link with the screens showing it happen in the back ground. History was being made and if they were lucky, Harry would go through his final change and that would be caught on tape too.

“ Don’t let me go. Please, I am not ok. “ Draco whispered

“ Me either. I got ya, he can do this, he’ll be ok. “

Ron tightened his hold as Harry slipped into a meditative state. Ron himself had helped him get to the point where he could do this with out thinking. He had helped him close off his mind and get his shields into place. He had trained with the boy before them, learned from him. He was just as capable as Harry was at taking care of himself, he just chose not to show it. Yes, a lot of things would be changing.

As Harry started to glow sliver he levitated a good 2 feet off the floor. The inner edges of his magickal aura began to turn black and Ron knew that it had begun. It would flash black at times, but only flash. Like there was a block in place making it impossible for Harry to finish the change. It was Voldemort, Ron knew. And that thought wasn’t comforting.

“ He’s going through the final change to become Sion. This is always cool to watch. He started out a deep blue, to deep green, to gold, to sliver. Now, it will be black. He is magick, he has no limit. “ Ron whispered to Draco

The boy just tightened his hold and tried to breath. This was amazing and would never be seen again. Draco didn’t know if he was afraid, overjoyed, or in shock but all three emotions registered. Harry’s aura was almost totally black now but there had been no sign that the link was severed. No sign from Harry at all. That terrified him.

Then a screaming that sounded almost animalistic could be heard from the computer speakers. The link was severed and Voldemort was suffering. Screaming as Harry had done for the last year. Harry was now free. The link was gone and Sion had been born. The tables had turned.
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