The Dark Knight Rises

Chapter 4: Family Legacy

Chapter 4: Family Legacy

Marauder Industries

"Now we are showing tremendous growth overall but most especially in these sectors—" Lord Malfoy said as he walked around the conference room catching each person's eye before being interrupted by Mr. Ted Tonks. All of the Executives of the Marauder Foundation watching the two polar opposites, they could feel the palpable tension in the room.

"I don't think the Potters would have viewed going into Magical Arms Manufacture as a suitable cornerstone for our business."

"That's 25 years ago, Ted Tonks, I think after 25 years we can allow ourselves to stop thinking about what James Potter or Charlus would have done but rather what we should do to ensure the future of this company."

"Good morning, this is Lord Malfoy's office. Oh yes, he's confirmed for the dinner tomorrow evening."

Harry strolled into the room leisurely, seeing for the first time the company his family founded.

"Good Morning, I'm here to see Lord Malfoy."

"Name?" Asked the secretary as she didn't look up from her note writing.

Leaning in he slowly uttered, "Harry Potter"

A gasp could be heard as the blonde snapped her head to catch a glimpse of the Potter heir.

"James would probably not have taken the company public but that is what as responsible managers and directors, we're going to do." Continued Lord Malfoy.

"Lavender?" he called into his Mini Floo Portable.

"Lavender, where are you?" Calling once again and receiving no answer, he stood up, heading to the door to physically call his secretary.

Opening the door, angry he asked, "Why is no one answering the Floop?"

Before his face turned to one of incredulity at the scene before him.

"It's Marauder Industries, I'm sure they'll call back a voice from above him said.

A rather young man and his secretary Ms. Brown flying on a broom around the office before they swiftly landed and the broom shrinked and kept in the man's pocket.

Lavender blushing red from head to toe promptly excused herself from the room.

Turning Malfoy finally recognized the young man.

"Harry? You're supposed to be dead."

Not being able to help himself he cheekily replied, "I'm sorry to disappoint".

Lord Malfoy's Office

"I'm sure you realize I can't stop the big machine, too many wheels turning, we're going public", informed Lord Malfoy as he handed Harry a glass of Ogden's Finest Firewhisky.

Inwardly fuming but portraying a calm face Harry took the glass as he calmly replied, "I understand. I'll be handsomely rewarded for my shares. I'm not looking to interfere. I am looking for a job, however. Just want to get to the company that my family built."

Malfoy got contemplative as he asked, "Any ideas where you would start?"

"Applied Magic and Sciences caught my eye."

"Fox department. I'll let him know you're coming."

Putting his cane aside, Malfoy turned to look at Harry more carefully before casually mentioning, "You look like him."

The green eyes looked confused for a moment before Lord Malfoy continued "Your dad I mean. A shame the madman killed him. You're the only one left of the Potter family. This is where you belong."

Lifting his glass, whilst nudging Harry to pick his. "A toast to the return of The-Boy-Who-Lived."

Unknown Location

"So, the boy has returned", a voice mirthfully said.

Slowly the figure rose from its Throne, walking to the window to stare at the full moon outside. Laughter could be heard emanating from the room.

"It is time we meet again."