Wizard among Mafia√

Skull meets Death

(Hello everyone!
I'm back with another chapter
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Harry Potter and Katekyoshi Hitman Reborn doesn't belong to me.
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The art doesn't belong to me either.
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"talking"
'thinking'
Enjoy!)

Skull rode down the familiar road after getting off the plane at the Japan International Airport. He was a little annoyed he couldn't visit his sky earlier, but responsibilities were responsibilities. Reborn wouldn't have had it any other way. He had to return to Carcassa familigia first to make sure everything was going fine. He almost got a heart attack when he learned the debt the familigia had collected over the years. Viper would have lost their shit if they had heard what Skull did to get rid of the debt. He promptly informed all the members not to mention this to anyone outside the familigia unless they wanted the most money crazy Arcobaleno out there to bury them in debts after debts.

Viper may not say it but they treat and loved Skull like their younger brother/sibling they never had. When Skull had first approached Viper to teach them about the stock market they were a bit suspicious, but after seeing how serious he was about learning, Viper added on to those lessons and taught him not only about how the market and world economy worked but also the underworld economy. Skull was surprised by the extra lessons but he didn't complain. He figured if he knew about it he could help his little Sky out so the lessons were worth it.

If Viper ever found out Skull used his own hard earned money from the stock market to pay off the debts of the Carcassa, well, they would spend another long week lecturing Skull while at the same time making sure the familigia paid back every last penny Skull spent on their debts. Which now that he thought about it wasn't a small amount.
Skull shivered, 'Viper-nii better not learn about it. I can't protect you guys from them if they learn this information. Sorry!'
Viper was terrifying once they were on a roll. No pun intended!

Skull noticed the familiar road and signs that were in Japanese. He remembered how hard he had to work to learn a fourth language, Reborn doesn't mess around when it comes to teaching.
'Namimori! I'm almost there!', he thought, 'Harry, wait for me, my Sky! I'll be with you soon!'
He couldn't wait to see his Sky, his Flames were purring at the very thought. He saw the familiar two storey house ahead and smiled to himself. Oodaku was also excited to meet the human that made his partner smile. He remembered how sad he was when he first met his partner, then he met little Harry and Skull started to smile more and more. It was still early in the morning but despite that he could sense his Sky up and about. He parked his motorbike in the garage and walked in using the key Harry had provided him before, only to freeze near the kitchen door.

Harry was pouring dog food for Padfoot and there on the kitchen island sitting and watching him was a silhouette. He couldn't see his face but seeing the silhouette made shivers run down his spine. He wanted to run the other way but Harry was in the kitchen with that being. And he didn't know why or how but he knew this being was dangerous, even more dangerous than the Arcobaleno and Checkerface combined. Harry was smiling at the being and chatting with him.
Skull, 'Wait, what? What did I just see???'
Skull looked like really looked and brought his hand to the weapon on his waist. Oodaku who was also frozen by the beings presence became active and ready to defend. The being on the other hand looked amused at them.

Harry looked up and smiled, "Skull? You are back! Welcome back!"

Skull, "I'm back....... Uhhhh..... Harry did you know you have a um well .... someone in your kitchen?"

Harry was surprised at this, "You can see Death?"

Skull, "Yes............ Wait.... What? He is what?"

Skull looked at Harry alarmed, what had his Sky got himself into while he was gone. He should have come back earlier. Who was this person? His Cloud Flame was gearing up and demanding he protected their Sky. Then he heard the being chuckle, it sounded otherworldly and sinister. For some reason he felt it was only sinister towards him.

Death, "He can sense me, Harry because he had brushed against death in many of his previous stunts. The only reason he can see me however is because I wish for it."

Harry, "Huh! That's brilliant! Do you want some breakfast Skull? I have quite a load to tell you! A lot of things happened!"

Harry and Death had discussed earlier what to tell his bonded element. It wouldn't be possible for Harry to tell Skull and any future elements the full truth. As Death did not wish to share his secrets with anyone else. So they decided to work on a summary of sorts. Harry didn't want to lie to his partners but also respected Death's choice. So he would only say his side of the story without sharing any of Death's secrets.

Skull's eyes became so large at their easy companionship, Harry feared they would pop out. Skull knew this wasn't a trick. He also knew there was no mist user trying to trick them. Viper was the strongest mist user and they trained Skull to pin point mist attacks. He knew this wasn't the work of flames. That being truly was Death, even Oodaku was wary of the being borderline terrified. Harry realized what Death was doing and he was flattered by it and a little bit exasperated.

Harry, "I'm taking the trash out. Make yourself comfortable Skull. Death! Please don't terrify him much."

He picked up the bags and went out the back door.

Death, "So you're the foolish human who thinks he can be my child's Guardian? Very brave of you mortal! Very brave!"

Skull swallowed the breakfast he was eating. Harry's food was delicious as always but the being made it difficult to enjoy it. But Skull knew better than to piss the being off.

Skull, "Yes Sir. I am! And I will do everything I can to keep him safe and sound. Even give up my flames and go against the Vindice for him if necessary."

Death looked at the cursed stuntman making him fidget. He was telling the truth, Death could tell. Nothing could be hidden from the collector and guide of souls. Death gave a nod when he was satisfied with what he saw.

Death, "Very well, you may stay."

Skull almost fell out of his chair at the instant admission. He had expected to fight more, maybe prove his strength. Harry walked in at this moment only to be jumped on by Padfoot and Oodaku who had made himself comfortable on Padfoot's head. Harry saw Death give him a nod and smiled wide with relief. He was glad the two of them were getting along. Now for the explanation. He wasn't going to lie, not to his bonded, but he knew he wouldn't be able to tell him everything either. It was still painful to think let alone talk about it. But he knew he had to speak about it even just a little bit for his heart to start healing. Harry joined Death and Skull at the table for breakfast.

(And to be continued....
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That's all for now folks
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Till next time.
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Hope you enjoyed!)