When Darkness Rises

Gringotts

The large white building loomed overhead, gleaming in the morning sunlight. Six guys and a hidden seventh walk into the impressive building. Goblins are busy with people, but the one on the end is free. The guys move to that goblin.

"I request to speak with Nagok over Harry Potter's inheritance," Tom says.

"I can not allow it without Mr. Potter's presence," the goblin says sternly.

"Mr. Potter is indeed here," Tom leans in, lowering his voice. "He is hidden under the cloak of invisibility until out of public eye. He wishes to discuss his creature inheritance." He straightens up again.

"Very well." The goblin snaps his fingers, bringing another forth. "Take them to see Nagok." The new goblin nods and the men follow him through a door, into a large hallway. They stop in front of a door, partially down the corridor. After knocking, the goblin let them in, then closed the door.

"Nagok," the wizards lower their head in respect to the old creature.

"What is your business?"

Severus steps forward, dark elf visible. "Harry Potter wishes to speak about his inheritance." Beside him, the boy becomes seen.

The strange hybrid bows to the goblin. What's even stranger is when the creature comes from around his desk and bows back. "Lord Potter, I am glad you came to me, for I am the only one who can handle your affairs. I am the Keeper for the Potter line. Please tell me your concern."

"I am a vampire, neko lynx hybrid and I am concerned about the vampire part."

"Are you squeamish Lord Potter?"

The young man shake his head.

Nagok pulls out a roll of parchment after sitting behind his desk. He unrolls it, thereupon he surfaces a bejeweled dagger. Blade is covered in runes, while the handle glitters with precious stones. "Your hand please?"

Harry pulls back his left sleeve and offers his hand. The palm is quickly sliced, blood dripping onto the parchment.

Both Draco and Charlie have been bound in place by quickly placed spells. Everyone watched as the blood stopped flowing and words started to write themselves.

Nagok reads the red words quickly. "Sir, you are not yet finished with your transformation. The very change that Salazar Slytherin went through ages ago. Your ancestor was given a great gift, vampirism. Merlin gave it to Salazar himself, after stumbling on to it. Though it was blocked until someone was strong enough to break the spell. That is one of the many reasons he left after Hogwarts was built.  Another was he couldn't bare to harm his mates. Godric and Rowena were very special themselves. Godric had the affinity for battle, Rowena for logic and calm of mind. Helga, Godric's sister, was close to animals and worked hard. Salazar himself, while he loved snakes along with dark arts, he was extraordinarily protective of his family. Eventually, he grew insane, driven by his lack of trust of others. So he disappeared, never to be seen again. You are a descent of all four. You are the sole heir of Hogwarts, including the Founders' vaults."  

Everyone is silent, staring at the goblin.

"Will I go through anymore changes? What vaults?" Harry's voice is small.

"Yes, you will get wings. You also have one large vault, with a dozen others. May I show you?"

"Yes. I need to see.." The teens voice trails off and he follows Nagok out the door, others trailing behind.

After they enter the caves, the group of males split up on three different carts. They zoom down the track, gaining speed as they go, going deeper. Passing through Thief's Downfall, past Malfoy vault, Harry realized that his biggest vault must be the deepest, especially after passing through a wall. It took a solid five minutes at top speed to get to the end of the tracks. Almost immediately, sounds erupted from a rough passage way nearby. The only light is coming from the lanterns on the carts. The cave that they are in is not very large.

"Come on, this way." Nagok leads them to the passage. After turning a wide bend,  they come face to face with a large king cobra, raven, lion, and bear. Each creature was bigger than Hagrid, looking ready to devour each person standing there.

Nagok bows, speaking clearly, "I have brought Lord Potter Heir to the Founders' and Merlin."

Shakily, Harry stepped forward, encouraged by the goblin. The animals inspect him, sniffing, then oblige in stepping aside, bowing.

The door of the vault looks ancient, but as the guys take a closer look, they know it is strong.

"I'm afraid Mr. Potter, that more blood will have to be shed. A blood lock with this many enchantments can only be opened by yourself. That's what the sharp point on the door is. Draw blood and rub it on the door."

Remus and Sirius grabs Charlie around his chest and stomach, Remy in front. Severus puts Draco into a headlock while Tom blocks his sight of Harry. The smell of his blood can put them all into a frenzy, especially the younger ones.

Almost painfully, the neko slits his wrist shallowly, bringing blood to the surface, he slides it across the door, hoping it will open. It does with a small groan, Harry sucks on his wrist, trying to get the blood to stop flowing. As everyone focuses on the room, their eyes widen.

It is laden with gold, jewels, precious ancient artifacts, books on shelves lined against the walls of the cavernous room, clothes, chests, and opposite of the door hangs five life size portraits. On the right is Merlin, dressed in blue with his silver hair and startling green eyes. A dragon flies behind him. Salazar is next, standing in front of a lake, which does nothing to lessen the regal look of his bald head, grey eyes and beard, with dark green robes.  Rowena is in a library, even though dim, her dark hair and eyes, along with the light tone of her skin, shows up like she is illuminated from within. Godric has the castle behind him,  his hair looks like its on fire and his green eyes portray a devious idea, though there is no telling what. Helga is within a forest, light blue eyes pop from under red hair.

Each one is smiling softly, except for Salazar, whom has a proud look. "Come forth, Child, we wish to see you up close." Rowena's voice is soft. So, slowly, Harry made his way to the portraits.

"He is beautiful. He has your green eyes Merlin. I can not wait to see if he has your particular vampire power Salazar.  Oh Rowena, your beautiful black hair. Hopefully he has your brains Godric, if not your strength." Helga giggles.

"Don't mind her. Have you gotten your wings yet?" Salazar asks.

"No Sir."

"Once you get your wings, you should get your affinity. I could blood bend. If you get that power I will teach you."

"It is quite curious how you are a submissive." Rowena cocks her head.

"I'm afraid he was beaten into it as a child." Severus inputs.

"And being how he is neko...." Siri trailed off.

Harry sits down in front of the portraits.

"You will be able to control the wizarding world, and ensnare the muggles'. " Godric seems so proud.

They exchanged almost mindless talk for an hour. "Mr. Potter, I need to tell you something else. You have over ten vaults, contents organized by value of course, from your ancestors. This parchment is your deed of Hogwarts." He hold up a thick roll of parchment, tied with a red ribbon. "It stays down here, were it is safe. I am your Account Manager and Keeper."

"Alright. It's time to go." Tom says and they say goodbye to the ancient ones. After going back up to the surface and out of the bank. They go home.