Jean Potter [Book1]

Chapter 9: Letters

You yawn and walk out of the lounge you and the trio were in. Severus is standing there "Telling secrets are we?" "Nope just the truth and a fact about my brother." "Well, you've got mail it came to my rooms instead of your new ones." "Oh. Thanks, Sev." You've got two letters. The first is from Remus. "Hey Kitten. After your visit, I went to see Padfoot. It was a little awkward as I did most of the talking. He seemed relieved when I told him what you told me and that I believe it. After that was a quick update of my life. Then we talked about missing you. Which of course made us miss you more, so I was wondering if we could meet in London this weekend for dinner or the like? I could meet you in Hogsmeade if you prefer? It's okay if you're too busy perhaps another time? Please write me with an answer. Sincerely Moony."  You laugh and Severus asks "What's so funny?" "I think Moony may have just used the excuse of missing me to ask me out for a date, but he's so bad at it and so bloody obvious. It's actually kinda cute that he's so bad at it. What do you think, should I change it to lunch at Rosmerta's instead of dinner in London?" "It's up to you, but are you interested in him like that?" "When we were younger I had a crush on him but it just changed to friendship by 3rd year." "Lunch is more friendly." "And how would you know Sev you've never even been on a date?" "You remember those movies Lily made me sit through?" "Yeah, you always came back horrified and disgusted." "They were romantic comedies including when girls put boys in the so-called 'friend zone'." "I can't believe you've watched romantic comedies." "If that gets out I will murder you!" "No, you won't you like me too much." "Then I will muzzle you." "Alright, I won't tell. So lunch at Rosmerta's for Moony?" "Yes." I send that back to Remus. I look at the other letter. Severus is just about to go into his chambers. "Sev?" He turns back to see you staring at the letter in your hands. "What?" "Can I come into your rooms?" "Why?" "So you can help me open this letter from the Ministry of Magic." Sev nods and leads you into his chambers. He sits you down on the couch and opens the letter then places it into your hands. "Read it out loud J." "Dear Lady Jean Potter, We have received your request to take custody of your nephew Harry James Potter. Before we can even evaluate if you can you must meet the following requirements: 

1. You must have suitable housing for at least 1 year.

2. You must have suitable income for at least 1 year.

3. You must prove that Mr. Harry James Potter wants to live with you.

4. You must take a blood test to prove you are not only who you say you are but are related to Harry James Potter.

5. After completing all the above steps the ministry will send someone to assess you.

6. Shall you fail to complete any of the requirements or fail the assessment you must wait 6 months before starting your new request.

Sincerely, James Nickelbee Head of Department of Health and Family"

"Severus it says I have to work here and live in my house a year before they'll even assess me?" "What bothers you shouldn't, the blood test is what is worrying." "Why?" "Many dark spells are done with blood magic, it's why it's forbidden in most cases." "Do you think they will accept a muggle DNA test if I have a Ministry official come with me?" "Perhaps, but they may not." "Okay. Then all I gotta worry about is getting Harry to write and sign he wants to live with me and in a year I'll get an assessment." "Simple enough. Are you alright by yourself now?" "Yes. Thanks, Sev. And I'm glad I'm one of the few people that get to see this side of you." He frowns. You kiss his forehead. "Don't worry I won't tell  anyone their bat of the dungeon is human." I head to my chambers and fall asleep. In the morning an owl is pecking at my window. He's beautiful, sorry she's beautiful. "Dear Kitten, Lunch at Rosmerta's will be great! See you at 12 today. Sincerely, Moony. P.S. This bird is for you so we can exchange letters not in code. You'll have to name her as every time I get near she pecks my hand or flies around the room." You laugh at the bird pecking Remus. You look at the bird. It's all black with green eyes. Hmm. "I think I'll call you Lucifer but Luci for short. How's that sound, Luci?" She kinda nudges you to pet her. "Such a pretty girl, but you've gotta be nice to Uncle Moony. Remus is a friend okay Luci?" She hoots. You write back "Dear Remus, I've called the bird Lucifer but Luci for short, as it's a girl. Yes, I'll see you at noon today in Hogsmeade. Sincerely, Jean." Luci flies off and soon returns with a letter while you're at breakfast. "Dear Jean, Lucifer fits her, but Luci works too. See you at noon. Sincerely, Remus."  You put the letter away and finish eating breakfast.