Follow Me

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[...] or {...} = mindspeak
~...~ = parseltongue
'...' = thought


CHAPTER 5


“Father, do you know if I will be put in your house. I mean you are the head of Slytherin and all?”

“I don’t know which house you will be placed with, if you do find your placement objectionable you may always stay here instead.” Severus stated.

“Great, right now I need a shower and a shave, then I need to get dressed and grab a smoke before the ceremony. Oh and since we missed lunch can we get something to eat somehow?”

Severus had not even realized how late it had gotten and that they had indeed missed both breakfast and lunch. “I will get one of the house elves to send up something. There will be a feast after the sorting ceremony so something light will work. Anything specific you enjoy.”

“Well since extremely rare steak might make you guys sick, how about some fruit or salad or something… oh by the way I’m allergic to pork, so no ham, bacon, sausage, anything like that. I like chicken sometimes, but I am kinda picky about how my meats are cooked… I hate the taste of dead meat, and besides it smells funny. I am not fond of fish either. If it has to be meat, unless I can have it made special, it is best to stick with chicken for me, ok?”

“Your allergy to pork is good to know, I am quite fond of ham myself so I am glad you informed me. I will see what they have available. Go take your shower and the meal should be here when you get out.”

Norische nodded, and went over to his trunk and picked out a pair of forest green suede pants and his black scrunch boots. Norische decided he was going to wear his silver mesh shirt again so he just picked out a couple of pieces of jewelry to compliment the ensemble. Then Norische walked back into his room and closed the door.

“Severus.” Remus whispered as soon as Norische was gone. “Why in the world was someone trying to take Norische? I don’t understand that at all. He doesn’t have any political or social attachments that would make him valuable to Voldemort, but if death eaters were sent to kidnap him then it means that Voldemort wants him alive and it isn’t just the bastard being his normal horrible self.”

“I honestly don’t know dearest.” Pulling Remus close to him. “Neither the Dark Lord, nor any of his minions, has ever mentioned him. I have been thinking about it every since he told us and I have no clue. I will see if I can find out any information without raising suspicion though. I think, however, we should not discuss this with Norische until we have some answers. I don’t wish to alarm him any more than necessary.”

“Absolutely. Did he say raw steak?” Remus scrunched his nose at the idea. Even for a werewolf, Remus liked his meat well cooked. If it wasn’t a fresh kill then he wanted it cooked to the point that you couldn’t really tell it was meat anymore.

“Not exactly, he said extremely rare, and to be quite honest I was hesitant to ask for clarification.” Severus said glad to change the subject to a lighter tone. “Would you order something for us dear, I need to go take my shower?”

“Of course.” With that, Remus kissed Severus and set about contacting a house elf.

*****

Norische came out of his room in just the green suede pants, attempting to dry his hair as best as he could. “Father?”

Severus was sitting in his chair with a plate of fruits and cheese in front of him, apparently from his damp hair he had just gotten out of the shower as well. Since Norische didn’t see Remus anywhere he assumed that Remus was taking his shower at this time. “Yes?”

Norische through the towel he was using on his hair over his shoulder and bent down to get something out of his trunk. It was an amber orb, about the size of a grapefruit. “I wanted to give you this.” Norische walked over and handed the orb to his father.

Severus looked at the orb, then looked at his son with a rather confused look on his face. “What exactly is this?” He asked.

“Well it is an projection orb. Vampyre can do something that is called mindspeaking, where I can talk directly to your mind. All I have to do is focus; since you, me and Remus have an emotional bond it shouldn’t be hard at all. I just haven’t done it since we haven’t talked about it yet.”

“Show me.”

[Can you hear me father?]

“I…can …. This is amazing. How do I use this orb?” Severus’ eyes widened as he heard his son’s voice in his head.

[Let’s see if you can answer me in your mind first. Concentrate on me, and simply think the words you wish for me to hear.]

Severus concentrated for several minutes but nothing came through. Frustrated he looked at his son. “It appears it is a one way communication.”

“Maybe not, the orb magnifies your telepathic abilities. What you need to do, is take the orb and hold it in your hands, then do the same thing. Focus on me and speak to me with your mind.”

[Norische, can you hear me?]

[I hear you quite well father.]

Severus’ face lit up. “I did it!”

“Yup, now it is just a matter of control, and expansion of your mind in order for you to be able to do it with out the orb. By the way, this is how I contact Pari; she gave me the orb years ago so that I would always have a means of getting a hold of her. If there is ever an emergency you can always call her through this.”

Severus was defiantly pleased with his new discover, and had every intention of exploring it’s possibilities to the fullest.

“Ah…Where’s the food?”

“Over in the kitchenette. Feel free to eat what ever you wish, but remember in less than two hours you will be having a feast so eat lightly.” Severus noted.

“Thanks.” Norische found a tray with a variety of fresh fruits and cheeses, as well as some chopped vegetables on it. He picked out a plate full and went to sit down with his father. Norische chose to sit on the floor since Remus came out of their bedroom just as he started back into the living room. Norische started eating the delicious melon that was before him, but quickly decided that no matter how much he liked the foods, if he was going to be able to make it through the meal he was going to need some of the medicine the medi-witch gave his father.

Apparently Severus noticed his son’s hesitation at eating as well. “Are you feeling ok Norische?”

Norische silently shook his head, still ashamed to show what he felt and that he thought of it as a weakness.

“Is it your stomach?” Remus asked.

Norische nodded, and exhaled deeply. “And my head hurts quite a bit too.”

Severus got up and went to the cabinet where he had stored the potions from Poppy. Picking out three he walked back over to Norische and handed them to him. “The dark blue one is for nausea, I suggest you take that one first. The green one is for your headache, and the orange one is for the pain in general.”

Begrudgingly Norische opened the vials and swallowed the content. Desperately wishing he didn’t have too, but knowing if he didn’t, he would never make it through the ceremony tonight.

“Speaking of potions, this morning you took two potions. What were they?” Severus asked, as Remus walked into the room.

Norische blushed a little and thought about it before he answered. Exhaling he said. “The yellow one was a sort of hormone treatment. It keeps me from jumping every male that is sexually active around me right now.” Norische actually blushed as he looked over to Remus then to his father. “The blue one is like a tranquilizer of sorts, it calms my senses so I don’t notice things quite as bad…like scents. If I didn’t take them, right now I would be a real basket case. I woke up and I could….well…. smell sex. I started shaking and having…problems, so I knew I had to take the stuff or else leave for a while until I could clear my head.”

Remus was blushing beyond red. “We are so sorry, we didn’t even think about our… activities, and the effects they would have on you.”

“And you weren’t suppose to. I meant what I said, if my being here interferes in your relationship in any way I’m leaving. Let me deal with my problems, but don’t let me interfere or cause you to suffer because of me.” Norische hated the way he was this morning, but he hated more the idea that his sickness would, even for a moment, take away from his father’s happiness.

Severus had a sad, concerned look on his face. “Son, just as you don’t want to see us suffer…we don’t want to see you suffer. How can we truly enjoy what we have together knowing it makes you ill?”

“I’m sorry.” Norische hung his head and rolled a grape around his plate with his fingers.

“You have nothing to be sorry for. It is nature. But do not expect us to carry on as if there was nothing wrong. Neither of us can find pleasure in our activities, knowing we are hurting you. Why not give me a sample of the potions you have and let me look at them. I may be able to come up with something that will work even better.”

“Yes, Sir.” Norische mumbled. Then got up and went over to his trunk and pulled out his medical bag, going through it until he found the correct potions. He walked back over to Severus and gave him the two potions. Norische decided that he couldn’t eat right now and mumbled something about finishing getting dressed and getting a cigarette then he left the room.

“I wish there was something we could do for him. If we stop….our activities, then he will leave thinking he is hurting us by being here. If we don’t…then we end up hurting him. Severus please tell me you have an idea… I can’t see our son like this. I realize that it has only been a matter of days but I love him as if he were my own, and I don’t ever want to see him in pain.” Remus was a little teary eyed as he looked at the vials in Severus’ hand.

“I will need to analyze these potions before I will know for sure but I think I may indeed have something. I really don’t want to mention it until I know for sure though. And I know exactly how you feel. All I can say is I hope our son finds a partner soon, so that his pain will stop.”

Norische pulled the silver mesh shirt over his head and put his jewelry in place. While he tied back his hair Norische listened to his father and dad talking outside. He knew for the first time in a very long time, Norische new he was loved. Clearing his throat Norische walked back into the living room and walked right up to Severus and Remus.

“Do you two mind if I say something?” Norische asked. With the assurance of both men that they didn’t mind he continued. “My life has never been a bed of roses… but I have always managed somehow. No matter what happened, I have always been able to come out on top. But for the first time in my life, I know that I am loved… I mean really loved, and I …ah… wanted to thank you both for that.”

Remus couldn’t help but remember the photos he had seen as Norische spoke. He got up and with tear running down his cheeks he embraced their son. “You are most definitely loved son, most definitely.”

Severus hated showing emotion, but this time he honestly didn’t care as he wrapped both of them in his own embrace. “I second that.”

For a few minutes, they all shared the warmth and comfort of the others, but the awkwardness of all the emotions was getting to Norische. “Enough of this drivel, I am going out to smoke. The other students should be coming in any minute now…and I have got to find someone, I have just got to get laid…”

Severus broke out laughing and swatted Norische on the back of the head. Norische grinned. “What can I say, it’s a sexual smorgasbord, and I know there is something out there that I wouldn’t mind eating.”

This time it was Remus that swatted Norische. “Hey…watch it… it took me ten minutes to get my hear the way I wanted it. Besides I was just being honest.” Norische laughed and backed away from their embrace. Norische grabbed his robe and started for the door. Then he remembered something serious he wanted to ask. “I was wondering if what I am wearing under my robes is ok, from what I noticed with the other students in Diagon Alley they all seemed to wear a stiff white shirt and tie. I really don’t have anything like that so, is this ok?”

“You will be fine until we find out what house you are in. Then we will make a trip and get you the proper clothing.”

“Naked under this bulky things would be better, but I guess I will have to make do…” Norische mumbled as he walked outside. “I hate proper clothing.”

“Did he just state he would rather be naked under his robes?” Remus asked.

“Yes, and at moments like this I am glad that he is YOUR son.” Severus shook his head and picked up a piece of cheese, popping it into his mouth.

“MY son, he is OUR son…I am not claiming sole responsibility for that young man.” Remus laughed and shook his head.

*****

Norische walked over to one of the huge stone archways and took a seat. Watching as the students started making their way up the hill towards the main gate. First years were being directed to massive stairway that leads up to the great hall where the reception was going to be held. Norische could see the rest of the students start mingling with old friends. As he watched, Norische leaned back and lit a clove cigarette, taking in a deep drag. He took of his robes and laid them on the limestone bench beside him, taking this opportunity to flair just a bit. Norische lifted his right leg and propped it up on the bench, then leaned in and wrapped his arm around his knee. Taking a puff of his clove, Norische watched as students began to walk through the courtyard. Most of them stared at him as they walked by or watched him from a distance. Norische shook his head and snickered, knowing that the position his was sitting in and the tight pants he had on was giving most of them an excellent view of his…well… talents.

Just then, Norische spotted the two of the three Gryffindors he had met at Diagon Alley. Harry spotted Norische and smiled, then headed over.

“Hey there, Harry right? I am glad to see a familiar face amongst the herd. How’s it going?” Norische asked

“It is great to be back here, and it is good to see you as well. I have to thank you so much for the pens, I have spent the last couple of days messing around with the singing quill. I absolutely love it. Thanks.”

“I bought one for myself about a year ago. Would you believe I wrote down each of my potions on separate scrolls and put a separate song to each one of them.”

“Your kidding?”

“Nope. Like my dreamless sleep potion, I put “Sweet Dreams are Made of These” by Annie Lenox. My wolfsbane potion, I put “The Werewolf” by Microsillion. For my protection potion, I did “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” by Pat Benitar. I had way too much fun doing it.” Norische couldn’t help but snicker at the memories.

“That actually sounds really fun. I never thought of using the quill for something like that. Maybe you could help me figure out what songs to put with my potions and spells.” Then Harry realized how brazen he was being and blushed.

Norische liked the way that Harry was blushing, and decided to take advantage of it. “I think I could manage that. As long as you don’t mind if I… get to know you a little… at the same time?” Norische left the whole thing up for interpretation.

Harry smiled bashfully. “I would like that.” Harry started to say something else but Hermione came over and interrupted.

“Harry, are you going to ….” Then Hermione spotted Norische. “Oh, hello there. Um… did you know that smoking was against school rules?”

“Didn’t ask.” Norische smirked and took a long drag on his clove.

“Uh yes, well, Harry we do need to get going.” Hermione appeared rather uncomfortable but didn’t say anything specifically.

“Nice to see you again Harry.” Norische tilted his head to the side just a little, and gave Harry his most adorable half grin. He knew he was being flirtatious but he didn’t care…the boy was cute.

As Harry and Hermione walked off, Norische spotted the blond from the ice cream parlor out of the corner of his eye. Norische could see that the boy had been watching his interaction with Potter, and was keeping an eye on him now. So… Norische leaned back and spread his legs apart just a little, allowing one leg to dangle off the stone bench and moved the other so that the blond could have a clear view of his crotch from where he was standing. He then took a long drag from his clove and titled his head back blowing the smoke up in the air. Smiling and looking at the clouds as they drifted by, Norische could feel the blonde’s eyes on him. He could see that the boy was with the same friends he has with the other day and so he tilted his head just enough and took another drag.

“Draco, Draco are you listening to me? I asked if you were planning on going to the commons room before the ceremony.” Pansy asked… yeah Draco that was his name, got to remember that.

“No, I think I will stay around here, we only have an hour or so.”

“Draco, do you see him. That is the same guy from Florean Fortescue’s place. Dear Merlin he looks good. Why don’t you go over and say hello, I mean you are a prefect for Slytherin after all, isn’t it your duty or something to welcome the new guys?” Blaise asked.

“Shut up Blaise.” Draco warned.

Norische couldn’t help but smirk at their interaction. So, I guess it is up to me to do something, he thought. With that, Norische lifted his head up and looked around as if he were looking for someone, then locked his eyes on Draco. Then he gave Draco a smile and flicked his cigarette butt away. Norische got up and walk purposefully over to Draco and his companions.

“Oh Merlin he is coming over here.” Draco whispered.

Just as Norische got within ten feet of Draco, he heard his name being called. Norische turned and saw his father and Remus walking towards him.

“Norische.” Severus called.

“Yes father, is there a problem?” Norische asked.

“No son, we just need to get ready for the ceremony.”

“No problem, let’s go. I wish I would have eaten something my stomach is really bothering me now. Hey father did you happen to bring the potion for nausea with you?”

Severus looked at his son concerned, “You took some less than two hours ago. Didn’t it take care of the problem?”

“Not really, it helped… but I guess not eating has made it a little worse. I’m not sure.”

“I did bring a collection of potions with me, I always do. However, you cannot take that one again for four more hours. I am sorry son, we may have to find something that is better suited to your metabolism.” Severus tried not to show his concern, but Norische could feel it anyway.

“It will be ok, I just need to eat.”

“Here.” Remus reached into his robe and pulled out an apple and handed it to Norische. “I thought you might like this, since you didn’t eat.”

“Thanks Dad. You’re a lifesaver.” Norische took the apple and took a big bight out of. “Granny smith, my favorite. I love sour apples.” Norische grinned and relished the flavor of the apple as he ate it.

“You are quite welcome. Now we need to get going, so come on.” Remus glowed at being called Dad. Norische put on his robes and followed them into the school, eating the apple and laughing at comments that Remus was making.