Harry Potter and Future's Past

Madam Bones

Last Chapter

Hermione, after a restless night joins Harry in his bed. Hermione has Winky and Dobby introduce her parents to a "Hogwarts Breakfast". On the way to the Ministry they are attacked. Goyle is killed by Harry when he attempts to kill Hermione. Yaxley and another Death Eater are captured. When they arrive at the Ministry, Shacklebolt tells Madam Bones about Yaxley. She immediately recognizes the security threat he'd be and she leaves immediately to conduct his questioning. While the four teens wait Dumbledore shows up and speaks to Harry and Hermione. The last thing he says is he'd gladly escort them back to Grimmauld place and that Madam Bones would understand why they didn't stay.

"Madam Bones will most certainly not," The voice of the Head of the DMLE said from the door. "Albus you might have been reappointed to the Chief Warlock position of the Wizengamot, but you have no business telling my Auror to abandon her post or interfere with an investigation."

Chapter 24

"I only wished to speak to Harry and Hermione in private," Dumbledore said in his best grandfatherly voice. "Auror Tonks knew that the two would be safe in my care."

"Auror Tonks still had no reason to remove herself from this room," Amelia replied coldly. She strolled past the Headmaster and took the seat at her desk. When she was seated she looked up at Dumbledore. "Now I have work to do myself which includes Mister Potter and his friends. If there is nothing else then I bid you a good day Albus," The last part was said in a tone that guaranteed there was nothing else.

"Amelia..." Dumbledore started but the head of the DMLE held up her hand.

"Dumbledore, Mr. Potter will remain here and you will go," Amelia said sharply.

"Very well," Dumbledore replied. "If you will let me know when your interview is complete, I'll make sure he's safely returned to where he is staying."

"If Mr. Potter or his guardian wishes to contact you, they are more than welcome to do so," Madam Bones said. "I have no legal reason to inform you of Mr. Potter's movements."

"Are you so unconcerned about Mr. Potter's safety as that?" Dumbledore asked. "I think this morning proves how dangerous it is for him."

"If Mr. Black wishes an Auror escort, I will authorize it. Again you have NO legal reason to be concerned about the movements of Mr. Potter or his friends."

"Sir," Harry spoke up, "before you leave, could you tell Luna and Neville where I'm staying. I'd like them to visit this summer."

"I don't think that is a good idea," Dumbledore replied.

"Fine," Harry's eyes flashed in frustration, "then I'll be going to their houses this summer."

"Harry, I thought we had come to an understanding," Dumbledore said.

"We had sir," Harry replied. "I said I'd work with you, not that you could continue to control me. Unlike last summer when you kept me locked away all summer, I will see my friends this summer. Your choice where," He didn't bother mentioning that he'd be going to at least Luna's house this summer. They weren't sure if going to the Longbottoms would be a good idea. Neville's grandmother was too big of a Dumbledore supporter.

"I'm only trying to protect you."

"And failing miserably sir," Harry replied. "Shall I list each and every time my life has been in jeopardy? MOST of which have been in your castle sir or in a place where you were responsible for me being. So either you tell my friends what they need to know or..." He shrugged as he left the demand dangling.

Blue and green eyes met over the short distance between them. Once again it was Dumbledore who broke contact first. "Very well. Miss Lovegood, Mr. Longbottom would you join me over here for a short time."