Harry was shocked, he hadn't really interacted with Kingsley, only in class and that incident with the book, but he had noticed the dark-skinned man watching him occasionally.
"Thank you, sir," Harry said. "I know you probably won't, but I wanted to offer you my aid anyway."
"Harry," Luna's soft voice broke the serious atmosphere, "we need to get going Harry, if were to make it to the carriages on time,"
"Don't let me keep you Mr Potter," Kingsley said, sending them both nods before moving on down the corridor.
"Now that was interesting," Harry muttered as he took Luna's arm and started walking towards the castle doors.
Pushing the possible reasons for Kinsley's pledge out of his mind Harry focused on what was to come. He had a soul mate to make whole.
June 21st, 1992, The Hogwarts Express
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Harry allowed his magic to flow and gently surround his friends as they sat in their compartment on the train. He had wanted to give them this chance to relax as he didn't know what would happen once Tom was back. He hoped that Tom wouldn't re-start the war in the same way he had previously. Harry didn't want senseless violence, nor for his friends to be forced to grow up to quickly like he had had to previously.
Eventually however the calm Harrys magic had created faded and Harry was drawn into their conversations, allowing for his magic to return to him.
"So Harrison, do you have any plans for the summer?" Pansy asked.
"I do," Harry said, "I will be bringing Tom back."
Hearing this the compartment fell silent as everybody thought about what that would mean. They had all spent time processing everything Harry had told them about 'Tom' but they still couldn't quite believe it.
"Are you sure that you want to do this Harry?" Neville asked hesitantly after a few moments had passed. He had come to terms with the thought of the Dark Lord returning but he still had some reservations. He didn't want another war, and a small part of him felt like he was betraying his parents. However, he trusted Harry, his friend, his first true friend, who had stood by him, supported him and helped him. If Harry said that this time would be different and lead to a better future, then he would stand with him.
Harry sent his friend a sad smile, "yes, I'm sure. I know the risks and I'm prepared for them, but Tom will return."
Hearing Harrys ominous words, the group once again fell into silence, them each considering what the Dark Lords return would mean to them personally. "Does my father know of your plans?" Draco asked.
Harry smiled, "he does, he is good ally to have."
Draco nodded his head slowly, before a look of realisation took over his face.
"That's why he talks to you like an adult and acts like he does around you!" the blonde said suddenly, having worked out why his father treated Harry with the respect he did.
Harry nodded, he hoped this would help Draco with his jealousy. The boy was growing up and Harry was shocked at how mature he was being in comparison to his old self, but still Harry could sometimes see the hurt and envy Draco tried to hide.
"You've been planning this for a while, haven't you?" Blaise observed.
Harry nodded, "I have."
"I still don't understand how you've managed all of this Harry," Pansy said.
Harry just smirked, "I know,"
The dark-haired girl let out a huff of frustration, "you're not going to tell us, are you?"
Harry let his smirk fall, he did trust is friends, but he couldn't have the information getting out. The more people who knew the more likely it was that the information would be discovered. "I can't," he said, "just trust that I did most of it with help,"
The twins sensing Harry was uncomfortable quickly spoke up, breaking the slight tension that had appeared in their compartment.
"Such a mysterious Lord-"
"-A powerful, mysterious Lord-"
"-A charming, Lord,"
powerful,
mysterious
Harry snorted at his, "yes I'm cer tainly charming," he said dryly.
"You are according to 'Witch Weekly' polls- You're Europe's 2nd most eligible bachelor under 17," Blaise said without missing a beat. The fact he knew this not shocking anybody as the boy truly did know the gossip about everybody in Hogwarts.
"Only 2nd?" "outrageous!"
"-Scandalous!"
George
mock
gasped,
With that the tension was broke as everybody started to laugh, even Neville, whom Harry knew was struggling the most with the news Tom would soon be returning. Harry rolled his eyes, "I should get new friends," he grumbled good naturedly.
Luna giggled at this, "but my Lord, we will be such good minions."
Ignoring Luna and her jabs, Harry once again allowed his mind to wander to the things he still needed to get into plac e. He had a few things he needed to set up before Tom retuned in two days' time, most importantly was his meeting with Ragnok at Gringotts.
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May 14th, 1992, The Owlery, Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry ~
Ragnok,
It has been too long since I last saw you my friend, but I trust that this letter finds you in good health and that your mind is still as sharp as your blade.
As you know from my previous letters, the ritual for Tom's return is due to take place on the summers solstice, so if magic wills It, I shall soon be reunited with him. It is this that I am writing to you about, I know I asked months ago but I wished to check on the progress of setting Toms new identity up, and inquire if you needed my help.
I shall never forget the aid you have given me. The support from you and your nation has truly been a blessing.
May magic grant you power over your enemies,
Harrison James Potter-Black
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