55. An unforgettable memory

"Then professor, do we have other options? Can ICW help in some ways, does it have such procedures?"

"ICW does not provide any such facilities. But if you have sufficient fame then you can appeal that your growth is being deliberately hindered and suppressed by your ministry and school. They can ask some other magical schools to take your exams and declare your results.

But again you need to have some fame for it otherwise they will not be bothered with it and you will end up making an enemy out of the ministry and school.." Harry understood after Flitwick's explanation that it would not be easy for him.

'The ministry is under Minister's control and Minister Fudge is in Malfoy's pocket. Even if I'm able to control Fudge somehow, the dark faction will immediately call for his impeachment and I'm sure that Dumbledore will help them by making his foolish followers from the light factions to support the impeachment.

I'm left with only two options. I can either directly fight the Ministry and Dumbledore by making an appeal at ICW, or I can use subterfuge and somehow control the department of education to conduct my exams and declare my results secretly.

I have till Christmas to decide which option I am going to choose. I want to give my OWLs and NEWTs back to back. I can only do it during my second year's summer holidays as during the third year, the ministry will keep a close eye on me because of Sirius's escape and then in the fourth year we will have Goblet of fire incident.

If I can do it earlier then it will be even better.' Harry thought deeply.

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{ Hermione's POV}

It has been just three days and I can already see how unfavorable this world is for me. Harry is facing much bigger problems, much more dangers than me, how must he be feeling right now. I can't even imagine myself standing alone against people like Snape and Malfoys, but he has to face people like Voldemort, Dumbledore and the Minister of Magic.

Even with all the problems he himself is facing, he is helping me with everything. From meeting me and my parents to letting us know of the grim realities, from helping me correct my flaws to helping me become capable and strong, he has always been there for me without really demanding anything substantial.

Knowing how vicious the wizarding Britain can be to muggle-borns like me, I am sure that without Harry's help I would have been used and thrown away by these bigots and manipulators.. Now I can't even imagine my life without him.

Thank you Harry for everything.. I promise I'll forever be with you no matter what.

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{ Daphne's POV}

I look at Harry, he seems troubled by the information professor Flitwick gave us, but I could still see the confidence he has in himself.

The first time I saw him was when he was passing by with Hermione in search of a seat. I still remember how our eyes met and I felt strangely attracted to him, like something was pulling me towards him.

I couldn't help but go to search for him and after finding him I felt more and more attracted to him. I was very nervous because I was not acting like myself.

From childhood Father has taught me to be calm and cautious of others. 'People will eat you alive without spitting a single bone' he said. Then Tori was born and I felt so happy that I'll have someone with whom I can be relaxed. But then that damned curse resurfaced in her, taking away all the happiness from my family.

I could see Tori whimpering in pain, mother sobbing in helplessness and Father becoming colder and older because of the pressure.

In the beginning they searched for ways to get rid of that curse. Father threw money and properties for tomes of knowledge but there was no way to remove the curse.

Father has given up, I can see it from his face. He doesn't smile anymore and only wants to continue the line before passing it to some capable hands . That is also the reason that he has become so strict with me.

As I look at Hermione, I find her looking at Harry with the same love filled eyes that see usually carries around him. I'm grateful for her that she allowed me to share Harry with her. I know that I'm not as close to him as Hermione is but I'm sure that will change slowly and he will also give me the same importance he gives to her. Frankly speaking, I don't feel jealous of her and won't feel bad even if he treats her better than me.

Harry has that vibe that makes you want to stay near him, talk to him, look at him.

I could see that Malfoy and his cronies had planned something nasty for us. I was worried and nervous but when Harry held my hand, I felt all my worries fly away. I hope he will keep holding my hands, then I'll have the courage to move forward.

It has only been three days but I feel I can trust Harry with my life. It's strange but I will not back out because it's a wonderful feeling and I really want to get lost in it.

I will ask Harry to visit me at my home and tell him everything. I know father will not approve of this but I also know that if someone can really help me remove that curse then It will be Harry.

Father can't stop me and it will also prove that I can be a good family head with my decisions.

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"Alright Harry, you should go back now. It is also time for my next class." Harry was brought out of his musings by Flitwick's words.

"Thank you professor for your time. By the way sir, there will be an incident tonight during dinner in the great hall. Please punish the offenders with one month of toilet cleaning with Filch without magic. Ask professor Mcgonagall to deduct as many points from them as possible without giving yourself away. please remember to act like Dumbledore's potions are effective and don't push him too much." Harry whispered to professor Flitwick.

Before departing with his friends, he wrote a letter to Skeeter, inviting her with her camera for the show. Afterall it was going to be an unforgettable memory for everyone.