Severus didn't know if he made it home.
He wan't sure if the ringing in his ear were his wards.
And he definitely didn't care if he was conscious right now.
He wanted to sleep.
He wanted to fall into the infinite arms of rest and be with his dear Lily.
Harry had learned something over the little time left in the summer.
He did not get along with Draco.
Sure, they had moments and for a while Harry thought he and Draco would make friends. But overall he was still a git. He acted superior about everything. He still insulted his friends. And he and Draco seemed to fight on the spot when their was no buffer via Neville and Blaise.
And for reasons unknown to Harry, it bugged him. At first, it just niggled at him. Something that sparked an annoyance in him. But the more they fought the more it bothered Harry and the more it bothered Harry the more his magic just exploded. But he didn't know why. Why was this happening? Why did every smirk, sneer, glint in his eye, and sharp insult on his tongue bother him?
Harry tsked to himself.
It bothered him to even be bothered by this. Really the whole thing was silly! He had things to do like the mediation he was required to do for two hours. One by himself and one with Severus. It was suppose to help ground his magic, but as soon as he saw Draco...
Crash!
Harry didn't take note of the vase that broke near him. A simple reparo did the trick.
Draco was like...like old Snape only worse! Harry couldn't quite place how but he was! You know you're a bastard when you were worse than Snape.
Harry sighed. He was suppose to see the Potion Master anyhow. He rarely seen the older man between Order meetings, Potion Conferences and god only knows what else the past few days. The man usually looked exhausted and smelled of one potion ingredient or another. Harry almost felt bad for the man. Whatever he was doing was wearing him thin. Some days he seemed almost relieved to get an hour of meditation in.
Harry decided it was best to leave the man be and meditate on his own.
In the library, Draco had just finished his own meditation and was now bored. A large part of him wanted to go and bother Potter. The other boy had been irking him for sometime now. And Draco couldn't quite place why. It wasn't the irking he got when dealing with Pansy and the Greengrass Sisters. That was outright disdain for the Slytherin girls.
This was different.
Draco couldn't place how though and that caused a flare of irritation which he typically lashed out on Potter. Even now when he thought about it the boy irked him in a way that made him want to bother Harry. Sadly, he was sure the other boy should be with Severus right now.
Draco frowned.
The blonde boy wasn't an idiot. He had a pretty good idea what was wearing his Godfather out and he did not like it. His godfather was often tired and looked ready to give out of exhaustion and most of all the man was thinning way to quickly. Since Lupin had fallen into a bit of depression (everyone was pretty sure why) no one really cooked besides Lippy the house elf. That included Potter. Ah there is the irking.
"Draco!" The boy was startled so bad he fell off the couch he was sitting on. Draco looked up only to see his father in the fireplace.
"Father!" Draco cried out surprised "You are dead if Sev catches you."
"Yes well that stubborn centaur of a man may be dying as we speak. Let me through Draco"
"What! Wait! Where is he? I have to-"
"Draconis Scorpion Malfoy Let me through!" The use of his full name in such a harsh tone made the boy paused.
Even though Sev had given him rights to the wards, he was told explicitly not to let Lucius in. This was usually because Sev didn't want to speak to his Father for any reason and Potter being here didn't make the matter any better. Draco's jaw clenched.
'Again with the irking'
His Father never spoke so harshly to him though. Stern, but never harsh.
Lucius must noticed the conflicted look on his face. His face soften and words came out gentler, but still with a sense of urgency.
"Draco I know Severus does not usually allow you to let me in and with good reason, but this is an emergency and I need to get to him now. I will explain later"
And that is when he felt the ward warp. He felt Sev fall through the wards, but his magic was flickering. Simultaneously, he felt another body fall through the wards. It felt similar to his mother, but not hers at all.
Black
Draco made the decision to allow his father through. He clearly knew more about the situation then he did. Draco was also sure his Father would not harm Sev and that if he did he would be haunted by the Potion's Master spirit for the rest of his life. Black was another story. He was sure the man would be preoccupied since he fell in Remus room.
Quickly with what Draco noted as familiar ease, his Father walked swiftly down to the basement with hurried steps. Draco followed concerned for his Godfather.
They got to the door that was locked and without missing a beat his father blast the charmed door open. It was in that moment that Draco noticed how agitated his Father actually was. His Veela features were seeping through. His eye were brighter, his skin was paler, his hair looked ruffled almost. Draco wondered if his wings were going to burst. Once the dust and debris from the door cleared both entered the room looking for the dark haired man.
Two minutes later.
Screeeeech!
There were the wings in all their silver glory.
Lucius found Severus first. The man was not conscious, but his muscles were twitching uncontrollably. Lucius noted the wet spots in the dark clothes. The man either lost control of his bodily functions or was bleeding. From this mixed smell of piss and iron he assumed both. In seconds, he was leaning over the younger man's body. Lucius was careful to move Severus.
His mind was racing. But only one thought stood out the most My mate.
I need to get him Potions! But what Potions? He can't take most of any because of the Elven inheritance. I need to get him to his bed. He needs rest. His muscles won't stop contracting. He needs to be relaxed. But his clothes are a mess. The bath!
Lucius screeched to his son an unintelligible command that Draco understood. Lucius carried Severus carefully soiled clothes and all. Lucius made quick work of the younger males clothes. Mildly, he thought this was not the way he anticipated removing Severus' clothes.
"Father!"
The blond father twitched in question.
When did my wings come loose?
"I got some potions. I know the ones he does take. The bath is ready" Lucius nodded as he carried a now naked Severus bridal style to the massive tub he had demanded the man have. He was grateful to his son in that moment. He did not want to leave Severus side and he had no idea what the man could or could not take. And if he was honest he was frighten by the idea of hurting his mate. Maybe he should get Draco the L'ora Mal collection Severus explicitly told him not to give Draco. Or at least one or two items. Draco was a Malfoy after all and fashion was very important to them. It went hand in hand really.
"Mnrgh"
Lucius was broken from his thoughts. Severus shifted slightly or more like spasmed. The hot water must have been doing him a lot of good since the uncontrollable twitching was decreasing into light jerks. How he wanted to murder-
"Father, I got the blood replenishing potions, healers potions for lacerations, and bronzer for any bruising."
Lucius nodded and then spoke for the first time in the last 15 minutes.
"Thank you Draconis."
"You can thank me by getting me the L'ora Mal collection" Let no one say he didn't know his son well.
"We'll see. I believe you're still grounded for some Broom nonsense that I still want to know the full story to"
Draco huffed. Really his Godfather was cruel. Who in their right mind takes away the latest fashion from a Malfoy. Besides its not like he could tell his Father that the Saviour of the British Wizarding World was staying here and they had gotten in a fight in the middle of the night. And attempted to settle it with Quidditch...that very night.
"Maybe I'll get you a new broom. I heard there was new model called the WinterLight coming out" Lucius hummed.
Draco smiled before looking at Sev.
"Is he going to be alright?"
Lucius could here the concern tainting his son's voice.
"Yes, the hot water stopped most of the twitching and your potions selection just like your grades are excellent."
Draco proudly smiled for a second before frowning.
Lucius could fill the question bubbling below the surface. The man sighed.
"Draconis , as a Malfoy I am a very proud person, however there are things I've done that I am not proud of. You aware we are affiliated with Dark Lord. It is true. Your Grandfather made that decision for me and I was branded." like cattle "Severus is also involved. He is a double agent"
"Like James Bond" Draco mumbled.
"What"
Draco shook his head "Were...Were you at the Ministry that night?"
"...yes"
"Is that why Severus doesn't want you near me?"
"Partly yes" Draco watched as his father washed the greasy Potion out of his godfather's hair.
"Do I-"
"No." Lucius said with finality. "Draco I didn't have a choice in my Marking. Just as there were many things I didn't have a choice about. When the Dark Lord fell, I took no time to look for him. I didn't want to. He was I admit at first a brilliant man with a good mission, but as time went he slowly began to lose mind. His ideas and tactics became sporadic and violent. He talked of killing Potter's baby. I feared for your life Draco. If he could kill a baby like Potter than he could kill you. But he died and I rejoiced at his downfall. Now he has risen again. And I responded to the call of the Dark Mark. Not because I returned to the Dark Lord, but to see who was left."
Draco's eyes widen.
"Your father is a clever man Draco. I want to know my opposition. Dumbledore I know. But the Dark Lord. I'm not so sure. Always know your enemies Draco. The Dark Lord only has one thing going for him and that is the opposition Magical creatures feel towards the wizarding community. We take over, make creatures out to be evil that are not, and we lack any understanding of them and what Dark actually means. He will harness those feeling and ignorance. Make them his weapon."
"And what will you do?"
"I? I shall do all I can to stop both. Quite frankly I've been bored and now I have something challenging to look forward to ." Lucius chuckled jokingly.
"Father!" Draco exclaimed alarmed.
"Hush child! I understand this isn't a game. But looking at it like that helps a little."
"What about H-Potter?" Draco inwardly flinched at his slip up.
"What about him? He is a child just like yourself. If the wizarding world is to be saved my a hormonal 16 year old, then I do believe we have fallen further than I anticipated."
"Did you...really try to kill Potter?" Draco asked in a hush voice. He felt sick to his stomach asking the question.
Lucius chuckled "If a stunner can kill then sure. I just tried to knock the boy and his little gang out. Slippery little brats"
Both Malfoy's were silent. The only noise coming from the sound of water in the tub.
"What happened to Sev?"
Lucius froze. Hot molten anger flashed in the pit of his stomach and the wings on his back fluttered once.
"The Dark Lord wants to move into Malfoy Manor. I was oppose to the idea so was Severus. But your...Narcissa thought it would be great. Elevate her status I suppose." Lucius sighed "Let's say Severus and the Dark Lord exchanged a few words and the Dark Lord lost his temper"
Draco tensed. He released a shuttered breathe. The blonde was furious.
"Will he stay?"
"No. But that didn't mean Severus would not suffer for his victory."
It took a moment before Draco understood what his father meant by suffer. And when he did Draco stormed out the room furious. Someone had hurt his...his...
Screeeeech!
Remus was exhausted. Lately he had no energy. To the point that he couldn't get out of bed.
He had allowed Severus to check on him and the Potion Master had fed him some potions that had made him feel marginally better. But Severus had insisted he stay in bed for a few days and now Remus lay in bed restless.
He could feel Moony just below the surface restless as well. He felt so tired, but too full of energy to fall asleep!
"Remus?" And now he was hearing things.
"Remmi" It was so hot. Why was he so hot?
"Moony!" Hands. Those hands felt...cool.
That scent was...strong like...
Padfoot!
Draco left the basement. Racing through the Prince manor. He needed air. He needed space.
Whoosh
Draco was in the air flying moving releasing magic that he couldn't contain. How dare that bastard? Sev was his...was his...
"Draco!" Whoosh. Draco swirled. Another burst of magic and another and another "Draco! Draco!"
Swoosh!
Draco stopped as suddenly as he had moved. In front of him, in all it's glory stood a Patronius in the form of a stag.
"Draco!" The blond looked behind him to see Potter panting.
It didn't really occur to Draco before now that he had been flying without a broom.
"Draco what wrong?"
Harry was scared. Not of Draco. But for Draco. Something had shaken the other boy really bad. His face contorted between anger and sadness. But maybe the anger had been released through the blonde's mad flight because now he seemed to just sag. Harry took the moment to move Draco on the broom. If Draco was distressed maybe talking would help relax him. Despite not liking each other, this is the least he could do for Malfoy.
Lucius sighed after moving Severus to his bed.
I guess Draco may get his Veela inheritance earlier then expected
Of course Draco was furious. The idea that anyone would hurt Severus gnawed at him as well. Draco, however, had always been bad tempered when it came to insulting or harming Severus. He got kicked out of 3 elementary Magical schools after cursing verbally and magically the teachers and principal because he had heard some nasty comments from both about Severus whenever he picked up or dropped off the little boy. Lucius chuckled at the memory. Really Draco had to be cutest child to ever live when he ranted about the "bad people" that insulted his "mommy". It was then that Lucius knew Draco on some subconscious level knew Severus was his maternal figure.
The Veela moved inky black locks from his mates face revealing a pale face and long nose. He really missed just being near Severus. Knowing the Potion's Professor he had probably been busy all summer doing dangerous tasks not willing to spend a second to rest. Worrying those around him, acting like a selfless Gryffindor in his attempts to protect those he loved.
Really, Lucius found this to be more of a blessing in disguise. Lucius hated being ignored by Severus, but he absolutely abhorred the man's (almost deliberate) inability to take care of himself. And so like any good Slytherin took advantage of a good reason to be here.
Lucius allowed his magic to radiate from his body. He hoped it would help ground Severus' body and soothe him from the deep traumatizing ache of the Carciatus Curse. It had helped before, but that had been on a lesser scale.
Severus sighed contently. And Lucius decided to climb in bed with the Professor and allow his wing to envelope him.
"L'amour Vous me manquez entièrement à beaucoup et je suis trop égoïste à vous donner. Je suis désolé, j'ai permis que cela se produise, je vous gagnera retour mon cher diamond brut." whispered Lucius. I miss you entirely too much and I am too selfish to give you up. I'm sorry I allowed this to happen, I will win you back my rough diamond.
Lucius noted with glee that Severus seemed snuggle himself closer to him. He would stay for a while and allow his hot headed son to cool off. Really where did his Slytherin heir go? He would then leave Draco to watch over Severus. It helped sometimes to feel both Malfoy's magical aura.
Remus couldn't stop touching Sirius. His chest, his arms, his neck, his face. His mate.
Or so it would appear. But this couldn't be! Sirius couldn't just be here, right? He had fallen in the veil. The same veil he had stopped Harry from going into. He couldn't stand to lose anymore of his pack. He had always been a lone wolf before Sirius.
Before the veil, he had been so happy. Sirius had talked to Dumbledore claiming his right as Harry's guardian. The headmaster had fruitlessly tried to talk him out of it, but Sirius was not to be deterred. He knew that somehow Dumbledore had planned to reveal Voldermort publicly. It was the only way anyone would believe he was back. Sirius had planned to use that opportunity to prove his innocence and take custody of Harry so they could be a family. It was perfect.
But Sirius had fallen in the veil.
And now?
Now….
Moony annoyed with his sobbing human half decided to take over. His mate was here in his arms and ready to be ravished and here was his foolish human side trying to logically assess the situation while crying. This was his Siri. His Padfoot. His scent, his body, his bond, his magic flowing vibrantly through their bond. Their bond that he no longer had to magically support the heavy burden of alone.
The wolf gasped.
Moony wasted no time connecting his lips with Sirius. Moony didn't questioned who moaned first. He didn't care. All Moony wanted was to re-explore the warm wet cavern that was his mate's mouth. Their tongues danced in a battle playfully fighting for dominance. Sirius won while pushing Moony down. He released the werewolf's lips earning him a growl.
"Miss me Moony?" Sirius asked amused at the aggressive behavior. His eyes sparkled with mischief.
Moony retorted with a warning growl. The only talking his mate was allowed was of a more filthy variety. He wanted the man's body and he would have it. Then he would ensure the man never left him again.
Sirius noted the hint of seriousness behind the honey brown eyes and knew it would be best to work on giving a Moony a reason to forgive him for his long absences.
Draco had been completely against talking about his random bout of anger. All Harry was able to discover was that whatever had made the Syltherin angry had pushed him into his inheritance. If the wings were any indication.
The blonde boy after an hour of grumbling and flapping his new wings around was now calm. The wings on his back were no longer bloody thanks to a few water spells that revealed soft gray feathers.
Harry at first was lost on what to do. Harry in his grief had no problem spilling his problems to the blonde. It had been strange, but relieving and surprisingly comforting. Scolding and yet gentle with his words. If he had gone to Herimone she would have been harsh and completely un-understanding of how he felt.
Draco was clearly not the same. He needed a distraction. So, Harry attempted to cheer the blonde the only way he knew how.
Making him feel superior.
Great Cerics where was the world going to when he was intentionally stroking the blond git's ego.
Harry was startled out of his mussing by Draco's mumbling.
"B-Bl-Black" Draco muttered.
Harry leaned over to figure out what he was saying.
"Black...is here"
Lucius was looking for his son. Or at least he was until he felt a large amount of magical pressure build up. It was Draco...and someone else he did not recognize.
Who else could Severus possibly be keeping here? And what in Salazar's name is Draco doing with him?
Lucius turned a corner and noticed an open door that led to what seem to be the source of pressure. The blonde head of family peeked in side to witness a clear view of son restraining a boy.
Who on earth is...that the boy who lived!
"Draco I have to go see him!" Draco with quite a bit of effort held Harry back from making a fool of himself.
"Potter you idiot he's with Remus"
"So!"
"So, you git, they're probably somewhere in the wolf's room having sex!" Harry paused in surprise. Unfortunately, his sudden lack of resistance caused Draco to pull too hard and they both came crashing into a pile of limbs.
Draco groaned annoyed that Harry decided he would make an excellent cushion to topple on.
"You prat! That's-That's..."
"What mates do!" Draco finished more than a little irritated. "Think about it Potter. Your mate is distressed because you've fallen into a Veil and are believed to be dead. Remus has been in bed for the past week! Of course his first thought was to soothe his mate. "
Harry quieted before asking "Is...Is that how powerful a mate's bond is? Able to cheat death?" Harry wondered.
"Potter he didn't die! Bonds are powerful things. If he had died Remus might have died too. But he didn't, he had to deal with the stress of the bond since they were apart for so long. All the magic he used to sustain it probably wore him out and desperately called out for Black. Bonds are important both in the wizarding world and the magical creature world. They are bases for starting and creating families." Draco ended up giving Harry an impromptu lesson in the importance of mates.
For Veela, mating is so important we dedicate seasons to search for them. Very rarely does a Veela not mate with their chosen. All Veelas and their mates are kept documented in the Veela Kingdom so that any transgression can be stopped.
Elves are family oriented. They need families. It is an instinct embedded in them second only to wolves. Elves choose mate based on power and the ability for the potential mate to procreate and protect their family.
Vampire need mates to ground them and keep them from boredom. They mate purely for love. Despite Muggle myths they do not live forever, but they do have much longer life spans then most.
Werewolves want packs. They need them just like Elves want families. Packs give them a sense of home and belonging. Werewolves also tend to be calmer around a pack thus why Remus had never bitten anyone. Remus saw Harry as his own cub but he was a cub old enough to have his own pack. After losing Sirius and then not having the chance to raise Harry, Draco deduced that Remus instincts were screaming at him to establish his own pack. And why they were more than likely having sex right now.
Harry was blown away by all the information he was receiving. He'd never knew any of this. It wasn't like with Hermione who despite being smart could not make Harry understand a word of what she said (or even make him care). Nor was it like Snape who expected you to read material and just know. Draco explained it in a way that made him understand and even interested and so Harry asked the slightly older Veela more questions.
Did creatures cross breed?
Yes not often however. Generally, if two creatures such as a Veela and Vampire mated. Their offspring would dominantly be either Veela or Vampire. The only difference would be that one or more skills set naturally inherited might be enhanced. So a Veela's allure might naturally enhance a Vampire's own.
How do creatures measure power?
They don't or more like power came in different forms. Harry was powerful because of the amount of magic he had, but he lacked control. Draco was considered powerful not just from the amount of magic he possess, but the control he had over it. Neville could be considered powerful for his control and interesting skill with Nature which for all creatures was where the purest of magic came from. Blaise fell under the category as well. The fact was power was subjective like beauty. Blaise found Neville attractive while most didn't know he existed and if they did they found him to be plain.
Harry frowned at the last part, but pressed on.
How did mates find one another?
As Draco had said before most creatures had seasons for finding their mate and it didn't always mean they found their true mate. Magic compatibility was the easiest way. But compatibility was tricky. You could be somewhat compatible or very compatible. The fact was finding mates were more of a trial and error based thing than anything else. That was why most creatures had seasons, to allow the young and unmated to court one another. The Wizard and Muggle idea that most creatures saw one another and just knew who their mate was like most stories a myth.
When do creatures start mating?
Typically among wizarding society mates can be found as early as puberty, but usually they wait until at least our age to mate. Even then, there are spells to prevent procreation until the end of school. But in Magical community you can start a family as young as sixteen? Every creature community has their own traditions.
"What about elven communities? What are their traditions are like?"
"No one really knows" Draco answered with a shrug.
"Elves went into hiding long ago. Even the Veela community aren't sure where they have gone. Severus being of Elven decent made it necessary for my father to search out his contacts to find a mentor for him. Unfortunately, we found nothing and he had to learn a lot from trial and error."
Harry absorbed the information intrigued.
"It is unusual for Elven not to be aware of their own kinds existence and not offer assistance or resettlement so they may learn of their heritage. It is even more uncommon for elves like yourself Potter. You lack control of your own magic. My Father said Severus was like that himself. He had to learn control, but Father also believes the iron clad control he exercises over his magic now is unhealthy. To have so much magic but never use it or release it does sound pretty dangerous." Draco mused.
" The point is most Elven tales are part truths grown into excessive lies so it is hard to tell what to listen to and what ignore. However, I do believe Elves have better ways of...expressing your magic. Repressing it can do damage."
Harry nodded. His mind felt full, but he wanted to know more at the same time. More about Elves and Creatures and Severus.
"So" Harry hesitated to ask " Snape...was alone as well when all this was happening to him"
Draco frowned, but answered with a nod.
"Sev said that he didn't know he was a Wizard until he got his Hogwarts Letter. He didn't know he was suppose to have a creature inheritance either. I'm not sure how he knew my Father back in Hogwarts. My Father is a good bit older than Sev, but Father did try his best to help Sev."
Harry felt something in the pit of stomach he couldn't quite place. Snape never told him that bit. He knew that he was bullied. And it had effected him, but maybe it wasn't just the bullying that pushed him to be the bitter angry man he was. If Harry really thought about it, Snape...Snape was starting to sound...alot like himself
Lucius listened very proud of his son, but completely confused. The boy-who lived was an Elf! Didn't the Ministry say the boy was staying at his relative's house? Why didn't the boy who lived know these basic things already? Shouldn't they have taught him this already? And was this why Severus seemed more antsy and busy? Because he was harboring the boy who lived from the Dark Lord? These questions lead Lucius to why was Severus harboring Harry Potter and living with Remus Lupin and Ex-convict Sirius Black?
The blonde father decided it was best to return to Severus side and think.
As he entered Severus' room, he gazed at his peacefully sleeping mate.
'What are you up to?'
Moony/Remus moaned in ecstasy. Sirius was thrusting his hips in and out of his body as he clung to him helplessly. Moony's golden honey brown eyes had misted over and his cries were only muffled by the enchanted walls.
Sirius was intoxicated by his mate. The feel of him surround by his tight walls. The body that clung to him and those lovely little noises. The high was even better than his Auror days.
Sweat poured down Siruis back as he plunged again and again into his clearly excited mate. It was easy to slide in and out after having filled his greedy partner multiple times before.
"Siri...ah..ah..there! Ah fu- Sirius! there!" The Black misfit chuckled lowly. Remus had come forward his eyes darkening slightly. Remus and Moony were very different. Moony was aggressive and had no problem expressing sexual needs. Remus however refused to say a word . It took a lot of teasing to pull out any filthy language from the usually calm Professor. Like now, as he intentionally missed the spot that drove him wild. Sirius licked salty sweat off his upper lip and pushed Remus legs apart giving his a sharp thrust.
Remus turned his head to the side and bit into the pillow, "MrghAh!"
The werewolf came with a strangled cry.
Sirius hissed. He refused to cum. Despite filling his sweet Remus multiple times. He wanted to hear Remus scream without restraint. It was always a struggle and mostly a challenge to the Animigus. He had tried to explain it to Remus once, but the Charms professor only saw it as a lose-lose situation for himself.
Sirius bent over and kissed Remus. His tongue slipped into his panting mates drawing a whimper out of him. His hands found their way into Remus's, entwining them together while his mouth devoured Lupin whole. Remus wrapped his legs around Sirius' waist giving the taller man the go to start thrusting.
The werewolf moaned. He felt good. Too good. He had just been able to get his voice under control thanks to his pillow. But now every embarrassing moan he made slipped from his lips. Remus was confused. Sirius was much more rough before and he had been much less...embarrassing. But now he felt something building. Like a train from far away getting closer and closer.
Remus' shaggy head fell backward. In a desperate move to calm himself down.
Shit Shit shit thought Remus. He was hitting that spot! That was why! Fuck! Remus noted the smug look on Sirius face while his hair fell in front of his face giving the wolf a chance smell that unique scent that just so...so...
"Sirius!" cried Remus.
Sirius came with great satisfaction.
Once he caught his breathe ,the mutt animgus couldn't keep the perverse smirk off his face. "I miss the way you scream Remmy"
I know long to time, no update. But this is pretty long. And I'm working on the other stories. This may get an update before the others first. Thanks so much for all your wonderful reviews from all three of my HP stories. I'm very self-concious about my writing so I'm never sure its as good or even close to okay as the true gemtastic HP stories out their. I hope this explains a few things. THe next chapter should be a little more explanation and then them heading off to Hogwarts. Maybe some Blaise/Neville action (I love this couple) Actually BZ/NL LM/SS DM/HP SB/RL are my otp's