It's Sirius Time
Chapter 1
Disclaimer: I don't own HP and this is the disclaimer for the whole story.
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Harry was in his uncle's car going home when a thought struck him. "Uncle Vernon," he said, "Can you let me out of the car near the Leaky Cauldron. If you do then I won't bother you the whole summer."
"Fine" Vernon grunted. They soon reached the pub and Harry got out dragging his trunk and carrying his owl cage with him. He went into the building and booked a room where he let Hedwig out and placed his trunk on the bed. He then opened it and removed some money. Harry then decided to go out and do a little inquiring. He made his way to Gringotts and approached a goblin. "Greetings Griphook. I want to know about my account."
The goblin was momentarily surprised that a wizard knew his name before he responded. "Of course, Mr Potter. I shall direct you to your account manager." He pointed towards the Potter Family Account Manager and Harry made his way towards Nagnok's office and went in. "Mr Potter welcome. I shall tell you about the state of their accounts."
"Accounts!"
"Of course. There is your trust vault, your parents' vault which you can now access and the Potter family vault."
"I see. Nobody told me that I had more than one account."
"I would have thought you would know about this. Your magical guardian should have told you at the age of 11."
"Who is my magical guardian?"
"Lord Sirius Orion Black."
"Sirius Black! Lord?!"
"Yes. Despite him being branded as a criminal, your magical guardianship was passed onto him when your parents died through their will. Magic never convicted him as a true criminal so he did not lose the guardianship. It is fairly obvious why he did not inform you with you being in Azkaban. I'll tell you a secret Mr Potter. Sirius Black is innocent. Your parents' will states this but unfortunately goblin testimonies are not applicable in court."
"Can I see my parents will Nagnok?"
"Of course, Mr Potter." The goblin gave a toothy grin and snapped his fingers. A long piece of parchment appeared.
The Last Will and Testament of James Charlus Potter
Constructed on October 21 1981
I, James Charlus Potter being of sound mind do hereby make the following bequests. All other wills and testaments are null and void.
If my wife Lily Potter, should survive me, I bequeath fifty percent of the money in all the Potter vaults to her, and grant her permission to live in whichever Potter Residence she so desires for the remainder of her life.
To Sirius Black, I bequeath 100,000 galleons and my marauders map. Your copy was nicked by Filch and this is so you may help Harry. I also leave you my prankster essentials (you'll enjoy them Padfoot) and ask that you take care of Harry.
To Remus Lupin, I bequeath you 500,000 galleons and a lifetime supply of Wolfsbane. Buy some new robes and remember that you'll always be welcome at any of the Potter Residences.
To Peter Pettigrew, I bequeath you 250,000 galleons if we are to die of natural causes. If we die from Voldemort or his death eaters, then I leave you nothing as you were the secret keeper not Sirius. If not, then I apologise for my earlier accusation, my friend.
To my Son, Hadrian James Potter, I bequeath the remainder of my money and all other goods in my personal vault. The Potter Family vault and all the holdings of the Potter Family are bequeathed to Harry James Potter, for him to hold in trust for future generations as well as all Potter family heirlooms. I ask two more things of Harry, wherever you choose to live from the Potter Residences, please have a room available for any of the Marauders who still live, and always be welcoming to strangers. Finally, remember to have fun, play pranks (especially on Snivellus) and make me proud.
It is the wish of Lily and myself that if Harry is orphaned by this war that Sirius Black is to have custody of him. or failing that Alice Longbottom. If neither can fulfil this task then we ask that Harry is placed with a Wizarding Family. A stipend of 5,000 Galleons, this amount to be raised by 500 Galleons a year or by the rate of inflation, whichever is the highest, should be paid to whoever raises Harry to ensure they are not financially burdened. If Sirius Black and the Longbottoms are unavailable, Harry should live with these people in the following order: Amelia Bones, Andromeda Tonks and Ted Tonks and finally Minerva McGonagall. Under no circumstances are Petunia and Vernon Dursley are to have no part in the upbringing of Harry as they despise all things magical. No death eaters are allowed to raise Harry even if they have been under the Imperious.
This hereby concludes the last will and testament of James Charlus Potter
Signed
James Charlus Potter 21 October 1981
Witnesses:
Albus Dumbledore
Frank Longbottom
The Last Will and Testament of Lillian Elizabeth Potter
Constructed on October 21 1981
I, Lillian Elizabeth Potter being of sound mind do hereby make the following bequests. All other wills and testaments are null and void.
If my husband James Potter, should survive me, I bequeath fifty percent of the money in my personal vault to him.
To Alice and Frank Longbottom, I bequeath 100,000 galleons and my personal trunk. This contains mementos of our time together at Hogwarts and I know that you will enjoy it.
To Amelia Bones, I bequeath you 100,000 galleons. You were always a fair and just woman and I know you will go far.
To Minerva McGonagall, I bequeath you 100,000 galleons and mine and James' extensive journal about charms, potions and transfiguration. It is my wish that you give this to Harry when he turns 11.
To my Son, Hadrian James Potter, I bequeath the remainder of my money and all other goods in my personal vault. I ask a few more things of Harry. Remember to work hard in Hogwarts but still have fun. I know you'll go far but don't only play pranks. Give Severus a chance. He is a good man but he may struggle to look past your parentage. Finally, make us proud Harry.
It is the wish of James and myself that if Harry is orphaned by this war that Sirius Black is to have custody of him. or failing that Alice Longbottom. If neither can fulfil this task then we ask that Harry is placed with a Wizarding Family. A stipend of 5,000 Galleons, this amount to be raised by 500 Galleons a year or by the rate of inflation, whichever is the highest, should be paid to whoever raises Harry to ensure they are not financially burdened. If Sirius Black and the Longbottoms are unavailable, Harry should live with these people in the following order: Amelia Bones, Andromeda Tonks and Ted Tonks and finally Minerva McGonagall. Under no circumstances are Petunia and Vernon Dursley are to have no part in the upbringing of Harry as they despise all things magical. No death eaters are allowed to raise Harry even if they have been under the Imperious.
This hereby concludes the last will and testament of Lillian Elizabeth Potter
Signed
Lillian Elizabeth Potter 21 October 1981
Witnesses:
Albus Dumbledore
Frank Longbottom
Harry was astounded by this will reading and nearly in tears. Suddenly, a burst of rage filled him knowing that Dumbledore hid it from him and ignored his parents' wishes. Dumbledore also knew that Sirius was innocent but didn't say anything. "I understand most parts of the will, Nagnok, but what is the lord system? And why is why name Hadrian?"
"You were born Hadrian but I believe that no one revealed it to you. Do you not know about the ancient house system Mr Potter?"
"No sir. I was raised by muggles."
Nagnok then proceeded to explain the ancient house system and how the Potters were amongst the top set along with the Longbottoms, Greengrasses, Blacks, Bones, Notts, Peverells, Gaunts, Emrys, Pendragon, LeFay and the 4 founders with the rank of most noble and ancient. There were ancient and noble houses like the Prewetts, Abbotts, McGonagalls, Dumbledores, Zabinis, Davis, Lovegoods and more whilst the lowest (not counting houses with no ranks or muggleborns) were the noble houses like the Malfoys, Crabbes, Goyles, Weasleys, Lestranges and more. The only reason the Malfoys were so influential was because of their money. "I suggest a full body and inheritance test, Mr Potter. Take this dagger and let seven drops of your blood fall onto this parchment." Nagnok said after they had finished. The aged goblin waved his hand and a dagger and a parchment appeared. Harry pricked his finger and allowed seven drops of blood to fall. The blood curled into shining red letters.
Inherence Test Results:
Name: Hadrian James Potter
Birthday: July 31, 1980
Mother: Lillian Elizabeth Potter nee. Evans
Father: James Charlus Potter
Godparents:
Godfather- Sirius Orion Black
Godmother- Alice Longbottom (Incapacitated, at St. Mungo's)
Heirs to:
Potter (by blood, father)
Peverell (by blood, father)
Black (by godfather)
Magic:
Natural Occlumency (blocked by Tom Marvolo Riddle)
Other Information:
Horcrux (in scar)- Tom Marvolo Riddle
Eye problem- caused by Horcrux
Malnourished with several injuries
Total Wealth:
Potter:
Hadrian Potter Trust Vault (875,074 galleons 375,545 sickles 535,902 knuts)
James and Lily Family Vault (1,000,000 galleons)
Potter Family Vault (46,753,149 galleons 35,643,655 sickles 9,247,642 knuts)
Properties:
Potter Manor (Unknown)
4 Privet Drive, Little Whinging, Surrey
7 Godric's Hollow (now a monument)
Investments:
Weasley's Wizard Wheezes (20%)
Daily Prophet (25%)
Grunnings (51%)
Peverell:
Peverell Family Vault (126,732,749 galleons, 26,282,947 sickles, 102,740,029 knuts)
Properties:
Peverell Castle (in ruins and unrestorable)
Investments:
None that still exist
Black:
Black Family Vault (63,644,109 galleons 24,546,003 sickles 7,574,995 knuts)
Properties:
Black Manor (Unknown)
Black Chateau (Nice, France)
12 Grimmauld Place (Unknown)
Investments:
Borgin and Burke's (20%)
Daily Prophet (10%)
Black and Black Law Firm (100%)
"What!?" Harry shouted as soon as he'd finished reading the inheritance test. "I own all that. How am I heir to the Blacks and the Peverells? Who are the Peverells? And what's a horcrux? Why do I have blocks on my magic?"
Nagnok proceeded to explain his inheritance using his family history as well as the despicable item a horcrux was. "You have blocks on your magic due to your horcrux which inhibits your occlumency, which protects your mind from legilimency. It is similar to mind reading. We are going to need a full goblin cleansing." he stated after his explanation. "Follow me Mr Potter."
Harry was led into a room with a runic circle and was told to stand in it. "This will hurt but it will remove the horcrux, the blocks on your magic and get you into perfect shape as if you were never malnourished and had been working out your whole life." The goblin said when Harry got into the circle. He began chanting in Gobbledegook. Suddenly Harry's whole body was on fire but he could not scream or even make a sound. After 15 minutes, the chanting stopped and Harry emerged from the now fog filled circle 5ft 11.
"Wow," he cried "this is fantastic." He found that he no longer needed glasses and Dudley's hand-me-downs (whilst still too wide) only came down to his belly button.
Nagnok led Harry away back to his room and sat down. "Now that is over, you need to claim your heir rings." The goblin snapped his fingers and the 3 heir rings materialised in front of Harry. He slipped then on and there was a flash of light signifying that magic had accepted him. Suddenly the rings disappeared but Harry could still feel them even though they weren't on. Memories flashed through Harry's mind and filled with the knowledge of past Potters, Blacks and Peverells. He also gained the information of the location of all the buildings apart from Grimmauld Place, which he could sense was under a Fidelius. "Would you like to visit your vaults Mr Potter?"
"I would Nagnok." Harry was led to his vaults from which he claimed some money, a brand new 7 compartment trunk, his father's old wand, 2 enchanted dragonhide holsters, family books and the family grimoires. After that, Harry's work was finished and so he stepped out of Gringotts needing to do a few things. Using his new abilities, he changed his hair colour to blond so he would not be recognised. He then went to Madam Malkin's where he picked up an entire wardrobe along with new but very expensive robes. After that he paid a trip to the owl store for treats for Hedwig. Unfortunately, he realised that he needed a new wand as his phoenix feather one was not working properly.
Harry found his way into Knockturn Alley where he went to a custom wand shop. "I need a new wand Mr…?"
"Agor." The man running the shop grunted. "Let out some of your magic and choose a wood and a new core along with a focus gem to channel your magical power."
Harry did so and suddenly a block of elder flew into his hand. Then a feather from a blue flame phoenix shot up and finally an emerald as his focus gem. "Interesting," said the man. "Elder wood is associated with death and also the Peverells. You wouldn't happen to be descended from them. Anyway, a blue flame phoenix is associated with rebirth or a great cleansing whilst finally, the emerald is startingly obvious through your eyes."
Harry was thoroughly surprised but very happy nonetheless. "When can you get it ready?"
"It should be ready in 2 hours." With that, Harry walked out of the shop and towards the Black and Black law firm. He went in only to find Andromeda Tonks. "Miss Tonks," Harry said after he had morphed back. "I am in need of a lawyer."
"Harry, I haven't seen you for so long. Call me Andi. We are family after all." They both discussed the trial of Sirius Black and Harry was directed to the office of Amelia Bones in the ministry of magic. Before he went there, Andromeda and Harry enjoyed a cup of tea where she regaled him with tales of his parents. It was a very happy Harry that went to pick up his wand. It was truly a thing of beauty, 12 ½ inches long, dull elder wood with emeralds embedded above the handle. Harry placed the wand in a holster on the inside of his arm, which promptly turned invisible.
He then made his way across London to the office of the Head of the DMLE. He knocked on the door and walked in, ready to get Sirius a trial.
A/N this is my first story so it's taking me a bit of time to get used to using the site, as you can see, I'm going for a more logical Harry and avoiding the whole evil Dumbledore and Ron, Molly, Ginny, Hermione stealing from Harry, dosing him with bajillion potions and him becoming some super overlord after getting a billion blocks on his magic removed. He'll still be friends with them and Dumbledore may or may not be forgiven (I'm yet to decide on that) but I'm making the story more realistic. I'll try to update as soon as I can, probably in a week or so. My holidays are also starting so I'll be updating more regularly. I ended up revising both the chapters as I was really unhappy with them and they had a few too many plot holes.