Harry had been quite lonely over the summer, with only his two instructors to talk to, he had been left nothing to do but to immerse himself in his studies; even more than he had before.
He was lonely, and although he would never admit that loud, he knew he was. For an entire year now, he had been alone; sure he could talk to his teachers, but that was not what he needed, what he wanted. He needed children his age, or at least someone that understood him, someone he could rely his worries on. A friend.
Since he gained consciousness, Harry had been a quiet child, and rather passive. Unlike his brother he didn't like to talk much. He would only talk when it was necessary, or discuss something with his mother, or sometimes, uncle Moony. And he had been happy the way that was. With George attracting all the potential uncomfortable conversations with his dad or uncle Padfoot.
But until now, he hadn't realised what that was worth, he had thought that magic would give him everything he wanted, and it was true...to some extent. Magic, with it he could achive what he previously thought was impossible, he could do great things. He could change rock into silver, he could manipulate the elements, he could heal and maim, create and destroy; the possibilities were endless. But family, no matter how annoying it could be sometimes,and frienship, were something magic could not offer nor give.
And so he immersed himself in his studies, trying to repress those thoughts that only hindered his advances.
30th April 1990
Dear Mom and Dad:
I know you're hiding somewhere, the Headmaster told me so, but I wanted to contact you. There is so much I want to tell you.
It's wonderful in here, all the things I'm learning and all that's left to. My professors say that if I continue like this, I might become a Transfiguration and Charms master by the time I get out of school.
I just wanted you to know that I miss you, and I would like to see you soon. I know I can't while you are hiding, but I really want to.
I don't know if you can answer, but it would be great if you could.
Love
Harry
PS.- Tell George I miss him too, but just a little.
October 12th 1989
Dear Albus:
How are you doing old friend, I know we hardly ever talk to each other these days, but there is something I need to talk to you about in person. I don't think it would be safe nor convinient to do so through owl. You could probably use that phoenix of yours, but I recall that bird has something against me...
I expect your reply. By the way, address the letter to my manor.
Regards
Sly
November 27th 1989
Dear Harry:
Hi Harry, this is your mum and dad, how are you doing son?, we hope well. We want you to know that we are really proud of you son, and that no matter what happens you can always count on us.
George sends his regards, he has been really bored since you left, and wants to see you soon. But we know you may be having a little trouble with that, but don't worry, just give your best; and so maybe we can be together in the summer.
Love
Mum and Dad
PS.- and George
December 31st 1989
Hogwarts Headmaster's Office
"I'm telling you Albus, that boy is something else. I wanted to tell you in person because I believe Karkaroff may be intercepting the owls that leave or enter the grounds"
"So, you believe the boy could be a Transfiguration master by the time he finishes his education?"
"Perhaps even before, the abscence of his family in his life has made him immerse himself in his studies even more, but I don't think it's healthy for him"
"So, what do you want me to do?"
"Please Albus, don't act like you don't know. First you have the brother of George Potter at Durmstrang, where the sons of many idealist purebloods are. Then you have him outclass not only the first years, but some second's as well. I've done my best to hide his talents from the rest of the students, but that won't last for long, not at this rate; and I'm telling you right now, when that happens, he will have to defend himself against the whole school. What I'm asking of you, is that you tell the Potters to take Harry from Durmstrang, have him stay at Hogwarts, you could teach him Transfiguration and Flitwick Charms, and he would be safe."
"I'm afraid that can not be done, at least for the next year, for reasons beyond my right to tell now. All that can be done right now is that you try to keep his talents secret for as long as you can, and as soon as I can I will try and have his parents retrieve him from Durmstrang."
"Not good enough Albus, but I'll do my best; I just hope we don't run out of luck in this one."
October 1994
Hogwarts Headmaster's Office
"I hate to say I told you so Albus, but I really told you so"
"Whatever do you mean?"
"Don't even try to play the fool card on me, you know it won't work. Karkaroff along with the other teachers decided that Harry skipped a year, and now the other kids along with their parents will know about him. It is not good, not with the Dark Lord's activity increasing; who, knows what some of those people are capable of doing to Harry."
"Don't worry..."
"Don't worry, you're telling me not to worry when one of most promising wizards of the age is in danger, and above all that I TAUGHT HIM, you know what I'm talking about."
"I know...sadly, I do...but you must understand that here in Hogwarts, the Dark Lords influence is greater than in Germany, even at Durmstrang. Besides it is my belief that as long as George Potter is here at Hogwarts, Voldemort's attention will be focused on us."
"You do have a point, but I'm still weary fo the boys life at Durmstrang for the next year; and believe me, if something happens that threatens his life directly I will take matters in my own hands, no matter your plans and ideas."
August 1990
Dear Roger:
I just wanted to contanct you to to make you an offer, unfortunately, it is not safe to talk through owl, so I would like us to meet next Saturday at 11:00 you know where.
I await your response.
Regards
Igor
July 1994
ORDINARY WIZARDING LEVEL RESULTS
Pass
Grades: Outstanding (O)
Exceeds Expectations (E)
Acceptable (A)
Fail Grades: Poor (P)
Dreadful (D)
Troll (T)
HARRY JAMES POTTER HAS ACHIEVED
Charms: O
Transfiguration: O
Potions: E
Defense: O
Arithmancy: O
Ancient Runes: O
November 1993
Dear Igor:
It's been a long time since we last spoke old friend, I would like to speak with you.
Next Sunday. 9:00 former meeting place.
August 1990
"Why did you call me here Karkaroff?"
"Ahh...straight to the point...as always. Well, I'll be blunt...I want you to give the Potter kid extra Occlumency lessons"
"Is that so...may I ask why?"
"Suffice to say that it is in both our best interest that the kid is able to learn the Dark Arts"
"OUR best interest?"
"Yes, if all goes as planned, less than six years from now I will be leaving Durmstrang, and who knows, maybe you can get to my position...if you play your cards right."
"But wouldn't it be easier if I just gave him permission to learn the Dark Arts even if he is not proficient in Occlumency?"
"No...an insane person is as useful as a stupid one"
July 1993
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Potter:
I regret to inform you that your son, Harry James Potter, will be repeating his third year at Durmstrang, due to his lack of the year's basic knowledge.
I must remind you that, were your son to fail another year, he would be expelled.
Igor Karkaroff
Headmaster
November 1993
Unknown Location
"I want him Karkaroff"
"Who my Lord?"
"You know of who I speak, when he finishes school you are to hand him to me."
"Of course-"
"Of course of course, I wasn't asking I was telling."
October 1993
Dear Harry:
Hello son, how are you doing, we heard about you having to repeat third year, but don't worry son, anyway you'll finish school just on time. Remember we will always be there for you.
We recieved your letters, here we all miss you, and hope you can return home soon; but don't worry, you just do your best effort, we will always be proud of you.
Love
Mom and Dad
June 1995
Durmstrang
Harry stood outside the castle, reflecting on the life he had had in the school. He had enjoyed it greatly, he had learned lots of new things. He hadn't made any friends but that didn't bother him, during the past five years, Harry had learned to rely only on himself; not even his family, after all, what kind of family left their children alone for five years, with no contact whatsoever. No, he was alone, and he would always be...it suited hi fine.
Today Harry was leaving Durmstrang, having finished his schooling one year earlier. But he was not leaving with the rest of the students, his ex-Transfiguration professor had arranged for him to leave today to Russia. The man had said that he had a few acquaintances there that could help him develop his skills; besides, he had said that returning to England right now was too dangerous with the Dark Lord's activity increasing.
He played idly with the ring in his hands, it was the portkey that would take him to Vosmak's house, one of Zabini's friends in Russia, that would take care of Harry for the next six months or so. Apparently the man was a Spell Crafter, and would teach him for the time he was there. After that, he was supposed to go to Italy, with some guy that would teach him advanced rune magic.
Suddenly, before Harry suspected, the portkey activated and he was whisked away to a distant land, not to be found for the next five years.
June 1995
NASTILY EXHAUSTING WIZARDING TESTS
Pass
Grades: Outstanding (O)
Exceeds Expectations (E)
Acceptable (A)
Fail Grades: Poor (P)
Dreadful (D)
Troll (T)
HARRY JAMES POTTER HAS ACHIEVED
Charms: O
Transfiguration: O
Defense: O
Arithmancy: O
Ancient Runes: O
AN:/ Well, here it is. Not much is described about his classes, I just wanted to focus on the games played by everyone around him. Everybody wants him, everybody denies it, and in the end nobody got him. I know it is a bit short, but I was certain if I made it more complex I would start contradicting myself so...
Hope is not too confusing, i mixed the dates so it doesn't seem so obvious
Next Chapter is about Harry's adventures in Russia, Italy and other countries, with some bits of what's happening at England every now and then.