Harry Potter: Shadows of Tomorrow

Dumbledore was not having a good day, Miss Granger and Mr. Weasley were supposed to befriend Harry, they were supposed to help mold him into a servant for the light. When he questioned Harry he learnt practically nothing other than the fact that Harry knows about Phoenix's and those two haven't befriended him yet. To make matter's worse, Harry took Fawkes from him and he couldn't do anything about it, Harry broke no rules and took one of his most valuable assets. If he wasn't so important, Dumbledore would strangle him. He entered the staff meeting where the head of houses would discuss the new first years, he sat down and the meeting began.

"I think I'll start" Professor Sprout spoke first "I'm particularly happy with this new batch of first years, they all seem smart and eager to learn"

"I'm also impressed" Flitwick agreed "they all seem to hang on to my every word and they practice very hard in class, minus the odd one or two of course"

"I'd have to agree" McGonagall spoke next "they all perform right to my expectations of them, some even better" The staff all awaited Snapes reply, bracing themselves for the inevitable rant

"These first years, are not complete dunderheads" That was all that left Snapes mouth, the other teachers were quite concerned about Snapes health, he was acting nice.

"Right" Sprout decided to continue "well let's talk specific students, let's start with the worst students. For me that would be Draco, Ronald and Hermione. Draco feels herbology is beneath as it's and I quote 'servant stuff'" Even Snape rolled his eyes at this "whereas Ronald is as delicate as a bull and Hermione is excellent at theory but is too distracted to succeed in the practical portion"

"Oh yes" Flitwick nodded his head "Ronald and Draco whine whenever anything goes wrong and when Miss Granger doesn't succeed because she's not focusing, she eyes the succeeding students as if it's their fault"

"I've noticed this as well" McGonagall sighed "Weasley and Malfoy are below average at best and Miss Granger was trying to kill Potter with how much she was looking at him. I believe she's jealous about the fact that Potter and anyone he helps are doing better than her. Potter helped Longbottom and she was glaring at the poor boy after he improved thanks to Potter, he looked so frightened and he has enough confidence issues as it is"

"Draco seems to think that because of his name and house he doesn't have to put as much effort into classes" Snape was rubbing his temples "Weasley is an embarrassment, he and Granger waste too much time distracting Mr. Potter and the youngest Weasley. Weasleys older brothers at least put some effort into their classes, the twins even though I hate to admit, are brilliant at potions when they try. And I swear to Merlin, if that girl puts her hand up for a question that wasn't directed to her one more time, then she may find a very powerful sleeping potion next time she has breakfast"

"I think it'd be best if we move on to our favorite students now" Dumbledore spoke, in all honesty he was very displeased with what he was hearing. No wonder Potter didn't want to interact with them.

"My favorites are definitely Harry, Ginny and Neville" Sprout smiled "all three of them are brilliant and end up helping the others occasionally, they work without fuss and their work is always perfect"

"Oh yes" Flitwick was practically jumping with joy "Longbottom may occasionally need help but he is a brilliant student. Ginny never needs more than two tries and the occasional advice from Harry. Harry however is making the classes look easy yet he doesn't seem to be bored, I think it's more the company he keeps than the subject matter."

"I agree" McGonagall spoke with a small smile appearing on her lips "though he tries to hide it, Potter is simply too advanced for my class. I've also noticed that he always makes an effort to sit with Miss Weasley, I do worry however, if this crush of his dies down then he may stop trying in class or demand to be moved up a few years."

"It won't" Snape interrupted confidently, surprising everyone "this isn't a simple crush"

"What do you mean?" Sprout asked

"I've noticed quite a few things about Potter, he seems his happiest when conversing with her but when her brother or Granger try to engage him in conversation he looks like he's in pain. I've also noticed that he rarely let's anyone touch him, in fact it seems as if he avoids all physical interaction when possible"

"What are you saying?" McGonagall seemed quite concerned

"Though he is comfortable with the twins and Longbottom, it appears to me that Miss Weasley is the only one he trusts one hundred percent. I've seen him, if something even remotely resembles a threat to her then he gets defensive. In one particular instance, he seemed to think I was going to harm her, even if I was I wouldn't have after seeing the look on his face. He looked like a dragon defending some eggs"

"You're saying this isn't just a crush?" Dumbledore raised an eyebrow

"Hardly, it's clear that Potter is powerful and is hiding his power. If any of you are under the delusion that he's not a threat then I invite you to try and harm Miss Weasley. Potters in love, and from what I've discovered about his childhood I can understand why he is protective over her"

"What do you mean?" McGonagall asked, eyeing Albus

"Potter has told me he had spent his first several years of living being beaten, starved and forced to live in a cupboard" The heads of houses gasped in shock before simultaneously eyeing Dumbledore hard enough to make him sweat "Not quite the spoilt boy you had us believe him to be, is he Albus? Potter also informed me about how he ran away once he discovered magic and spent the next few years 'repairing' the damage that they did to him and hiding from the public eye.

From what I've guessed, I can only assume that Miss Weasley is the first person he's ever loved and that's why he makes every effort to help her. He is without doubt my top student, he makes his potions effortlessly and simultaneously watches Longbottom and Weasley to make sure they get theirs right. The boy is intelligent, kind and everything his mother would have wanted him to be. I'd like to make it clear now, if anyone tries to threaten the boy or the girl be it student or staff then they shall answer to me" With that Snape stood and left the room, his cape billowing behind him. The staff didn't know how to respond, they were stuck being angry at Albus, proud of Potter and surprised by Snape.

"Well this has been fun, goodbye" Albus spoke before running out of the staff room. After some tea and biscuits, the three continued talking.

"I can't believe I'm saying this" McGonagall took a breath "but I'm with Snape, Potter is a wonderful and intelligent boy and he deserves happiness. If Miss Weasley provides it then who am I to argue?"

"I absolutely agree with you Minerva" Flitwick took a sip of tea before continuing "Potter is definitely a rare breed. Powerful yet humble, kind but protective, hardworking and relaxed. It'd be pointless to say his parents would be proud of the boy"

"The problem however is Malfoy, Ronald and Granger" Sprout placed her cup down "the three constantly try and distract him, Grangers jealousy is getting irritating and is affecting her school work."

"Trust me I know" McGonagall sighed "if I have to see her looking at Potter like he offended her one more time then I may just transform her into a ball and throw her away"

"I think we should start running defense" Flitwick suggested and the teachers began talking. They had moved Potter and his friends as far away from the others as possible during class and always kept the other three too busy to do anything.

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