The Power of Five

The Power of Five

Disclaimer: I don\'t own the characters of Charmed or Harry Potter. This story is for fun and fun only.

Summary: What if Patti Halliwell had not four but five daughters? While helping Prue clean out the attic, Paige finds something interesting. The four sisters and Leo begin the search for the fifth Charmed One. Their search leads them to Hogwarts and straight into the war between the Light and Voldemort. Will they find their lost sister? Can the Charmed Ones help defeat Voldemort? Who knows. R/R.

Author’s Note: This is an Alternate Universe. Prue never died but Paige was still found. Patti died when Paige was 12, Phoebe was 14, Piper was 17, and Prue was 19. The youngest is now 17 or 18. Prue was already in college when Patti died.

Chapter 5- Telling the Friends and an Attack

September passed into October. Hermione had gotten closer to not only her sisters, but her father as well.

“Sweetie, are you sure you’re all right about Remus and I being together?” Phoebe asked.

“I’m fine with it. I told you both that two weeks ago. It’s fine.” Hermione answered with a smile.

It was the first Hogsmeade trip. Hermione and her sister were heading to meet Draco, Remus, Ron and Harry and unknown to Hermione, Severus and Sirius.

“Have you told her about you and Severus?” Paige asked Prue.

“No. But I will. I promise.” Prue answered.

The five sisters were laughing as they entered the Three Broomsticks. They spotted Remus and Draco at a table in the back.

“Hey ladies.” Draco greeted as he kissed Hermione on the cheek.

“I thought the others were meeting us?” Piper asked.

“They seem to be running late.” Remus replied.

“Sorry I’m late Prue. I got detained.” Severus said as he kissed her forehead.

Prue froze. She stared from Severus to Hermione. Fear evident on her face. Severus realized she hadn’t told Hermione about them yet.

“Hermione…I…we…” Prue started, but Hermione interrupted.

“Let me get this straight. You and my potions professor are dating?” Hermione asked.

“Yes. Miss Grang…I mean Halliwell, I thought Prue had told you.” Severus answered.

“I mean to tell you. I guess I was afraid of how you would react. I mean, I’m dating your professor.” Prue added.

Hermione looked at her oldest sister and her professor. After a few seconds she burst out laughing.

“What’s so funny?” Ron asked as he, Harry and Sirius walked up.

“You two were…oh this is hilarious.” Hermione gasped.

“I don’t get it.” Paige said.

“I’m not mad. I think it’s great. I mean, my sister is dating my father. What makes you think I would be mad about you dating my professor?” Hermione replied.

“You’re not mad?” Prue asked.

Hermione got up and walked to her sister and hugged her. Prue smiled as she returned the hug.

“Okay, will somebody tell me what the hell is going on? Since when has Hermione had sisters? What did she mean by one of the was dating her father?” Sirius demanded.

Hermione quickly spun around and noticed for the first time Harry, Ron, and Sirius. Her eyes grew large a saucers as she looked at her father and sister.

“Uh-ho.” Hermione gasped.

“Mione, what’s going on?” Harry asked.

Hermione gave a pleading look to Piper. Piper knew what she was asking. Piper threw her hands up and froze everyone. She quickly unfroze only Remus, Draco and Severus.

“Okay. Paige, um…go keep watch.” Prue said.

Whoa, what did you do?” Draco asked.

“I froze everyone. Okay, why did you ant me to freeze them?” Piper answered.

“What do I tell them? The truth?” Hermione asked.

“Why not? I mean, they already know about the Charmed Ones.” Phoebe answered.

“Daddy, should I?” Hermione asked.

“I think you should. You can tell Sirius too. I’ll make sure he and the others won’t tell anyone.” Remus answered.

“Fine. Paige, hurry up. Back in place.” Hermione said.

Everyone rushed back into their places. Piper unfroze everyone. Harry, Ron and Sirius stood in their spots waiting for an answer.

“Well?” Ron asked.

“Um…the thing is…uh…let’s go somewhere private and talk.” Hermione said.

They paid the bill and hurried out. They hurried to the Shrieking Shack. Once inside they headed upstairs to the room where they met Sirius for the first time.

“Okay. You know about the Charmed Ones right?” Hermione asked.

Harry, Ron and Sirius nodded. Hermione took a deep breath then continued.

“Well, Patricia Halliwell didn’t have four daughters. She had five. I was born the year before she died. I was adopted by the Grangers. My real father is a wizard.” Hermione said.

“Wow. Who’s your dad?” Ron asked.

“That would be me.” Remus answered.

“What? You never told me you had a daughter. Let alone she was a Charmed One!” Sirius cried.

“Look, you three have to give you wizard’s oath that you won’t tell anyone. Promise?” Hermione pleaded.

“We promise.” Sirius, Ron and Harry said.

“And to answer you earlier questions Black. Phoebe is with Remus and Prue is with me.” Severus said.

“This is weird. What about Voldemort? I mean, if he finds out you guys are all in trouble.” Harry replied.

“We’re working on that.” Piper replied.

“So, you’re actually Hermione Halliwell”?” Ron asked.

“Don’t you mean Hermione Lupin?” Sirius asked.

“No. Patti and I agreed she would have Patti’s last name. I mean, we weren’t married.” Remus answered sadly.

“Who else knows?” Sirius questioned.

“Only Albus, Severus and Patti’s mother.” Remus answered.

“You told Snape before me!” Sirius cried.

“You were in Azkaban. Besides, he was there when I told Albus. Plus, he and Patti became friends. He also went with Albus to take Hermione to the Grangers.” Remus answered.

Sirius glared at Severus. Then he saw the looks on Remus and Hermione’s face. He then realized that perhaps Severus wasn’t so bad.

“Well, if Remus and Hermione can trust you, then perhaps we could try to put our past behind us.” Sirius said.

“I’ll never be able to like you Black, but I’ll try. At least for the sake of my god daughter.” Severus replied.

“Did you just say god daughter?” Hermione asked.

“Yes. Patti and I asked him to be your god father. The Grangers knew as well.” Remus answered.

“Then why did you treat her so bad?” Ron demanded.

“I had to Mr. Weasley. I was still a spy. But now, since my cover was blown in June, I no longer have to pretend. I can also teach my classes the way I want.” Severus replied.

“Guys, it’s getting late. We should head back.” Phoebe said as she looked at her watch.

The group began to make their way back to the castle. Harry introduced Sirius to the sisters. They got back to the castle and joined the rest of the school in the Great Hall for dinner. Hermione joined her friends and fellow house mates at Gryffindor table. Phoebe sat by Remus, Prue sat with Severus, Leo showed up and was seated beside Piper and Paige sat next to Sirius.

“I’m Sirius Black. I don’t think I caught your name.” Sirius said as he extended his hand to her.

“Paige. Paige Matthews.” Paige replied as she took his hand.

“Paige. That’s a beautiful name. I understand you and your sisters are assisting some of the professors. Who are you helping?” he asked.

“Professor Sprout. I love being around plants. It’s been fun so far.” she answered.

“My god son, Harry, says you and your sisters make classes more fun. He said even Snape’s class is better.” he said.

“That’s because he’s working with Piper. She can easily put him in his place, and has, when he gets too grouchy. Personally, I think since he has started dating Prue, he’s mellowed out a bit.” Paige giggled.

At the end of dinner Albus got to his feet. The hall fell silent as everyone faced him.

“Before everyone heads off to bed, I have an announcement to make. On Halloween, we will be having a dance. It is open to third years and up. First and second years will be able to attend the feast. After the feast third years and above will return to their dorms to get dressed. The ball will go from 8 till 12. Next weekend, those attending the ball, can go to Hogsmeade to get their costumes. Good night.” Albus said.

Paige watched as he sisters headed off with their significant others. She sighed as she head outside toward the lake. She plopped down on a log beside the lake. Sirius was taking a stroll around the lake, taking in the clear, cool night air. As he was heading back to the castle, he spotted Paige sitting alone.

“Hey Paige.” Sirius greeted as he approached her.

“Hi Sirius.” Paige replied.

“Why are you here alone?” Sirius asked.

“Just thinking.” she answered.

“You seem kind of sad. Why is that?” he questioned.

“It seems that my four sisters have found love. Prue and Snape, Piper and Leo, Phoebe and Remus and Hermione and Draco. I have always had bad luck when it comes to men and relationships.” she replied.

“I don’t see why. I mean your beautiful. Plus, you seem sweet, smart, stubborn at times and loyal to your family.” Sirius said.

“Thank you. Well, with being a Charmed One, it kind of interferes with the love life.” Paige said.

“I bet. I still can’t believe that Hermione is my best friend’s daughter. How long have you and the others known her?” Sirius asked.

“Um, since the term started. I found her birth and adoption certificates. I was helping Prue clean out the attic. They were sealed in an envelope at the bottom of a box.” Paige answered.

“Oh. She seems to have adjusted just fine. So, can I walk you to your rooms?” Sirius asked.

“Yeah. I’d like that.” Paige said with a smile.

Sirius helped her to her feet and arm-in-arm they headed back up to the castle. They walked in a comfortable silence. All too soon they reached her room.

“It was nice talking to you.” Sirius said.

“Yeah. So, I’ll see you tomorrow at breakfast?” Paige asked.

“You bet. Sleep well Paige.” Sirius answered as he kissed her cheek.

Paige smiled as she entered her and Phoebe’s chambers. As she passed Phoebe’s room she heard giggling. Paige simply smiled and entered her own room.

‘Finally Phoebe is moving on and forgetting about Cole. Thank god for that.’ Paige thought as she got ready for bed.

“I noticed Paige talking to that Sirius Black.” Leo said as he held Piper.

“Yeah. They look like they would make a good couple.” Piper replied.

“That they do. It seems as if the Charmed One have all found love or are finding it.” Leo said with a smile.

“Yes. I’m especially happy for Phoebe and Prue. I mean, after Andy was killed, she’s been a bit reluctant to let a man into her heart. And Phoebe. Let’s not even get started on that.” Piper replied sadly.

Leo held her close as the drifted off to sleep. Down the hall Phoebe laid in Remus’s arms sound asleep. Remus smiled as he softly stroked her hair. The two had returned to her room and had a heated and passionate round of love making.

‘I can’t believe I have found love once more. How did I get so lucky?’ he thought as he too fell asleep.

The night wore on. Everyone in the castle sleeping peacefully. Everyone that is but Phoebe. Phoebe was moaning, whimpering and tossing and turning in her sleep.

“No. Please. Don’t do this.” she moaned.

“Huh? Phoebe?” Remus asked as he slowly woke up.

“Don’t hurt them. Please Cole. Stop hurting innocent people!” Phoebe pleaded.

“Phoebe, wake up. Wake up.” Remus said as he shook her.

“No! Cole, leave me alone! Please! Noooo!” Phoebe screamed as she began thrashing about.

“Phoebe! Remus!” Paige cried as she burst into the room.

“She’s having a nightmare. I cant wake her up.” Remus said as he tried to hold her still.

“Stop! Let me go Cole!” Phoebe screamed.

“Not again. Phoebe, wake up. Please.” Paige said.

“Noooo!” Phoebe yelled as she sat up straight, shaking and sweating.

“Where’s Cole? Where is he?” she demanded.

“Sshh. It’s all right sweetie. You’re safe.” Paige said as she brushed Phoebe’s hair from her face.

“Where’s Cole?” Phoebe asked again.

“He’s not here. Cole’s gone Phoebe.” Paige answered gently.

“Remus? You’re here!” Phoebe cried as she threw herself into his arms.

“It’s okay. I’m right here.” Remus whispered.

Within minutes she was once more sound asleep. Remus held her tight as he eased them back against the pillows.

“Who’s Cole?” he whispered.

“He’s a demon. Well, half demon. In demonic form he’s called Belthazar. He was sent by the Source to kill Prue, piper and Phoebe. His human half fell in love with Phoebe. He tried to turn good and they got married. By then they had found me. He then became the Source. Phoebe became his queen and was evil for a while. Finally, Phoebe divorced him, but he has threatened to get her back.” Paige answered.

“How long ago?” Remus questioned.

“About two years ago. Well, I’m heading back to bed. Call me if she starts having another one.” Paige replied.

Remus nodded. Slowly Remus fell asleep once more. At dawn, Remus awoke to find Phoebe standing on her balcony.

“I’m sorry about last night.” she said.

“Don’t be. I’m sorry you had to go through that. But don’t worry. I’ll protect you.” he said as he wrapped his arms around her waist.

“Let me guess, Paige told you about Cole.” she sighed.

“Only after I asked who he was.” he said.

The couple got dressed and headed down to breakfast. When they got there, they found her sisters, Leo, Severus, Draco and Sirius already there.

“You okay Phoebs?” Prue asked.

“I’ve been better.” Phoebe answered.

Luckily it was Sunday. The group of ten decided to go for a walk around the rose gardens.

“okay, Phoebe what’s going on?” Hermione asked as they all sat down at one of the picnic tables.

Phoebe sighed and told them everything about Cole. She finished by telling them about her nightmare.

“The dream was so real. It was as if I was actually watching him kill and hurt innocent.” Phoebe said.

“Well, can’t you just vanquish him?” Sirius asked.

“There is a potion. The only problem is, if we vanquish his demonic side, we still have to deal with Cole as the Source.” Piper answered.

“There has to be a spell or potion in the Book of Shadows.’ Hermione said.

“If there is we haven’t found it yet.” Paige said sadly.

“Don’t worry Phoebe, we’ll protect you.” Sirius said.

“The group sat around and talked. Everyone told stories of their past. By dinner, the ten were still laughing as they entered the Great Hall. The adults headed for the head table while Hermione and Draco returned to Gryffindor table. Half-way through dinner the doors were blown open. Everyone stared at the man standing there.

“Oh my god.” Hermione gasped.

“What is that?” Ron asked.

“A Darklighter.” Hermione answered.

Before anyone could react, the Darklighter’s crossbow appeared in his hands. He took aim and fired.

“Aahh!” Hermione screamed as she fell to the floor clutching her shoulder.

“Hermione!” Draco cried as he knelt beside her.

“My job is done.” the Darklighter said.

“Think again asshole!” Hermione yelled.

Before he could disappear, Hermione threw up her hands and blew him up. After she vanquished the Darklighter, she collapsed into Draco’s arms. Her sisters, father, Severus, Sirius and her friends rushed to her side.

“Hermione. My god, what happened to her?” Remus demanded.

“Let’s get her to the hospital wing. I’ll explain there.” Piper answered.

Remus gathered his daughter into his arms and rushed to the hospital wing. Harry, Ron, Ginny and Draco were ordered to return to their rooms. Remus gently laid her on one of the beds as Madame Pomfrey entered.

“Merlin! What happened?” Poppy asked.

“She was hit by a Darklighter arrow. It’s poisonous to a Whitelighter or anyone who has Whitelighter abilities. Like Hermione.” Leo answered.

“What do we do?” Severus asked.

“First, let’s get the arrow out. I’ll do it.” Phoebe answered.

“Remus, Severus, you might want to hold her down.” Phoebe added.

“Phoebs, just let me use my powers. It will be a lot quicker.” Prue stated.

Phoebe took one look at her youngest sister, who was all ready beginning to sweat profusely, and nodded to Prue.

“Hermione? Can you hear me sweetie?” Prue asked.

“P…P…Prue?” Hermione stuttered.

“Listen to me. This is going to hurt like hell. I need you to try and relax as best you can. Can you do that?” Prue instructed.

Hermione nodded. Prue looked at Severus and Remus and signaled them to move to Hermione’s sides. Prue took a deep breath and pushed her hand foreword. Using her powers, Prue pushed the arrow through Hermione’s shoulder.

“AAAAHHHH!” Hermione screamed as the arrow flew out of her shoulder and slammed into the wall.

“Sshh. It’s okay honey. You’re going to be okay.” Remus whispered as he held her.

Leo rushed to her side and began to heal her. Hermione’s sobs quieted down as she clung to her father. Remus simply rocked her in his arms till she fell asleep.

“What the hell was that thing?” Severus demanded.

“A Darklighter. Their purpose is to kill Whitelighters and future Whitelighters.” Leo answered.

“Why did he go after Hermione?” Sirius asked.

“Someone sent him after her. But who? I mean, Voldemort doesn’t know about her. Does he?” Paige answered.

“To our knowledge he doesn’t.” Severus said.

“How is she?” Poppy asked.

“She’s asleep for now.” Piper answered.

“Good. I suggest you all get some sleep as well.” Poppy said.

“I’m not leaving her alone.” Remus said forcefully.

“Remus, I’ll stay with her. I’m used to staying up all night anyway.” Severus volunteered.

“And I’ll stay too. Just in case another demon shows up.” Prue added.

The others nodded. Remus leaned over and gently kissed her forehead then followed the others out of the hospital wing. Severus and Prue got comfortable. They knew they were in for a long night.

T.B.C