Unknown: Lies

Platform 9 3/4 (Harry's POV)

September 1, 1996 9 am

Harry had been awake since 5 am. Fleur had woken him to let him know their mutual friend was here to say goodbye. Although sad to see him go, Harry knew there was no way around it, his friend was dangerous now and the Americans could help him better than Harry could. 

'I'm so sorry Ha- i mean, Tenebris. But, I think this is best. I really want to stay and help you, but-' Noctis said before being cut off

'It's fine Noctis, I know how hard this is for you. Leaving your betrothed, but you and I both know she wasn't who is meant for you. Go, learn to control what you have become, and i hope you may one day forgive me for the decision i made.' Tenebris said

'Your blood smells different Tenebris. Kind of like  iron, mixed with a sweet cream, but with a hint of honey' one of the Americans said

' Yes I've noticed this. Have you changed something about yourself?' one of the female Americans said

"That is a story for another time. For now, you all must go. the sun will be up soon and we don't want the Italians sticking their nose in our business, now do we. Take care of Noctis for me Carlisle, he is special and still very valuable to me.' Tenebris said. Tenebris hugged his friend, who nearly crushed him in return. Carlisle nodded is promise to protect Noctis and to let Tenebris know where they were once they got home. One last look at Tenebris and Noctis and the Americans ran off into the waning night.

End Flashback

Harry smiled sadly at the memory and then quickly fixed his face and closed his mind when her heard footsteps on the stairs. He couldn't prove it, but he had a feeling the Weasley family were Legilemens, so he always kept his mind blocked when in their presence. Turning around he saw it was just Fleur coming downstairs to make breakfast. Why she continued to try to win over the Weasleys, baffled Harry but he knew better than to question the feisty Frenchwoman. 

" 'Ello 'Arry. Can we talk?"

"Sure Fleur" Harry said as he followed her into the kitchen where he helped her start the breakfast. He waved his wand and the eggs came out the fridge and began scrambling themselves, and bacon and sausages began sizzling on the stove. Fleur set the pancakes on the stove and breakfast biscuits in the oven. 

"So what is wrong Fleur?"

" 'Ow can I get 'oo 'o change your mind about Bill?" Harry sighs, they had been arguing about this for weeks now.

"Look Fleur I just don't think it will work. Bill is a great guy, and an amazing wizard-"

"Yes 'ee iz, 'ee would make a great asset" Fleur practically begs

Harry sighs, and hears footsteps on the stairs and looks back to Fleur

"We will discuss this later Clara"

"Yes of course Tenebris"

That was when Mrs. Weasley walked in the kitchen and frowned when she saw the food almost done and Harry and Fleur alone. Harry puts on his best 'good boy' face and smiles at Molly

"Good morning Mrs. Weasley. Fleur and I made breakfast. That way we don't rush for the train." Harry said giving Molly a start. She'd completely forgotten today was the first. 

"Well, thank you Harry. I'll just go and wake Ron and Ginny so we can eat and go" she said still a bit cross, and , after sending daggers to Fleur, went back up the stairs. Fleur sighed sadly and Harry couldn't take it any longer.

"You do know you don't need their approval right Clara? If Bill truly loves you, he will marry you even if his sister and mother don't like you." Harry said while sending the finished food to the table just as the Weasley clan all came down the stairs

"Harry, what happened to you last night? You never came to bed." Ron said. Harry nearly rolled his eyes

"I fell asleep on the couch. I stayed up a bit later than everyone else." Harry replied

"Why?" Ginny interjected causing Harry to groan

"Because I had things on my mind." he said getting cross. 

"Like what?" Ginny continued. Harry could feel his magic getting out of control, as his blood began to boil, Fleur could feel it to, and said

"I asked 'Arry what he thought of Bill and I having our wedding in France" to the shock and displeasure of the Weasley women

"I was talking to Harry."Ginny said rudely

"Why would you do that? It's not like you would live there after getting married" Mrs. Weasley said coldly. Harry spoke as calmly as he could through gritted teeth

"I gave her the suggestion actually, and Bill didn't seem to have an issue with it. And Fleur's mum wants to help plan the wedding" Mr. Weasley looked at his watch and saw the time

"Merlin's beard. It's almost time to go. Boys, Ginny all packed?" Harry nodded while Ginny and Ron looked down and said no. Mrs. Weasley sent them upstairs to pack so they could leave on time. They left to pack and everyone finished eating in silence. Just as the last plate was cleared, Ginny and Ron came downstairs with their trunks and pets. Harry grabbed his things as well and they left for Kings Cross Station.

Kings Cross Station 10:30 am

They made it to the platform with 30 minutes to spare. Harry immediately ditched the Weasleys. He had seen a close friend, and need to speak with him. Harry saw him in a compartment with the others.

"Dragan,  Leannan, Amans, Venenum, and Dolor, how was your summer?" he asked as he locked the compartment door.

"It was fine Tenebris, I did as you asked." Leannan said, Tenebris nodded

"Dragan has a mission from You-Know-Who" Amans said

"Perhaps he should be the one to tell me about it Amans" Tenebris said coolly

"Right, well I've been branded with His mark. Mother said it was an honor and that if I complete this mission, I may rise higher in his ranks than Father." Dragan said looking down

"Look at me Dragan, do you wish to rise up in His ranks?" Tenebris said

"Well, he isn't like how everyone thinks he is. I would like to get to know him, Learn about him"

"That wasn't my question Dragan. Do you wish to rise up in his ranks, yes or no?"

"Tenebris, I am loyal to you, this summer has proven it. But I will not deny wanting to be in His ranks as well." Dragan said tentatively. Tenebris stared at him for awhile, before looking to Dolor and Venenum

"And you two, what about you? How was your summer?"

"Something strange happened. I went through a creature inheritance. I am, apparently, part Veela. I have already spoken to Clara, she told me it is quite common, but that it is also confusing, Mutatio said she'd talk to her mum and see what she knows." Dolor said

"Confusing how?"

"Well, according to Clara, my veela side should have been sensed by another veela, even a part veela like herself. But when we first met she said she sensed nothing. That even if I hadn't gone through an inheritance yet the presence of my veela half should have still been present, but that even now it seems muted, suppressed almost" Dolor replied. Tenebris thought on this and said nothing before looking at Venenum

"And you?"

"Nothing to report. It was pretty quiet at home, with mum and dad gone all the time. Heard them talking about a woman named Gwen, and something about missing children and the Dark Lord, couldn't make sense of it though." Venenum said. Tenebris looked at his group and thought about their reports. But mostly his right hand, Dragan. Dragan had been his friend for almost as long as Dolor, he claimed to be loyal to him, yet he wanted more power. Tenebris could understand that. Dolor had a unique situation, being half veela wasn't unheard of, but having it muted was. After a while he spoke,

"Dolor, I want you to keep in touch with Clara and Mutatio this year, try to figure everything out and maybe we can solve this problem with your veela half. Venenum, there is much to discuss, but not until after the Winter Holidays when you go home and hopefully find out more of what your parents were discussing. Leannan, you've done good. but now I want you to get even closer to him. He knows something and I want to know what before the first month is out. Amans, you need to focus on your task. I need her with us before the year is out. If you need tips ask Leannan. Next meeting will be communicated after the Welcome Feast." And with that everyone filed out the compartment except Dragan and Tenebris. Dragan looked down and opened his mouth,

"Tenebris, I understand if you are upset,"

I'm not Dragan. You and I have been mates since First Year.  I trust you the most. I understand the want for power,"

"NO, I don't want to be in His ranks for power, you don't understand. Over the summer, he was at my house. He's moved in practically. It's his new headquarters. Anyway, after i got branded, I heard him crying. He was in the sitting room holding a picture and crying. His snake was with him, she seemed to be talking to him, soothing him almost. I walked in to see what was wrong , he told me to mind my business, but not cruelly, sadly, almost as if he was mourning someone." Dragan said

"Did you see the picture?"

"No, he put it away when he saw me. That's why I want to get to know him. He only opens up to his most trusted followers. If I become one..."

"I understand Dragan. Do what you must. But don't forget, if you ever need anything, I am always here for you." Tenebris said to his best friend. The boys hugged and parted ways. Dolor was waiting for him and they walked to where they saw Moon. They entered the compartment in time to hear Moon say to Ginny how Hedwig and an owl named Athena had very obvious differences.

Hogsmead Station around 7pm

The train pulled into the station and Harry and Neville walked off to wait for the others. Ron emerged with Ginny and Dean who quickly located Harry. Draco and his friends got off next. Draco looked at Harry and Ron and sneered at them, causing Ron to do a rude gesture. While Ginny huffed

"Harry, who are we waiting for?" she asked

"Probably Loony-"Ron started

"Call her that again and I'll hex you Ron" Harry said calmly while scanning the rush of students for Luna. She had taken a liking to the girl. Isabella. But something the girl said, he needed to discuss this with his friends. Soon Luna came over and glared a bit at Ginny, which was out of character, but Harry didn't care, His Luna, Luna was here and they could go. Dean helped Ginny into the carriage and followed behind her, Ron went next, then Neville, finally Luna then Harry. They rode to Hogwarts in silence. When they got out the carriage, Harry slipped a note to Luna just before they parted ways. Harry couldn't stop thinking about the feeling that someone had been watching him at the platform 9 3/4. But he put that thought out of his mind when the Sorting began.