The Discovery
"Einar, your recipe book is amazing. I've never tasted such delicious and magical food "said Molly as she ate with the others happily.
"Is it true that some recipes can cure all diseases and even heal people? "she asked quickly.
"Yes, except if they've lost a limb. It helps regenerate the life of those who consume it. I've used it several times when in danger "Einar said calmly.
"Do you often find yourself in danger? "Harry asked, interested.
"Well, yes, most of the time. It's like trouble follows me "Einar replied with a smile.
Harry felt he was somewhat similar to him; after all, he also lived a life full of danger just by existing.
"But, is it okay for you to give me the recipes? If you sold them to anyone, you could get rich "Molly said, feeling a little guilty.
"Don't worry, I already told you that this way, I feel more comfortable eating here. Besides, I know you won't use them for evil "Einar joked.
Meanwhile, Ron was eating in silence, but it was clear from his eyes that he was annoyed.
"You know ancient magic, make potions, do alchemy, you also mentioned blacksmithing, cooking... and you're very handsome. You're everything a woman could wish for. You make me feel jealous "Bill joked with Einar.
"I also know how to use all kinds of weapons. That's the most important thing among my people "Einar said with a smile.
"Handsome? Does he take off his mask at some point? "Hermione whispered to Ginny.
"He's really handsome. Almost hypnotic, I only saw him once. But he doesn't take off his mask often, only when he changes them "Ginny quickly whispered back.
Bill and Charlie had also seen Einar's true face because they were together when he switched to a mask designed for strength, to work in the fields and with the animals he brought.
"You said you got your looks from your mother. I can't even imagine a woman that beautiful if that's the case "Charlie said, joining in the fun.
"Don't even imagine it. My father earned the nickname Butcher of Suitors by robbing… you know, those who pursued my mother "Einar quickly said, smiling.
"Wow, man. The people from your country are a bunch of violent folks "Charlie said quickly, feeling the urge to protect his masculinity.
The other men at the table did the same unconsciously.
"I can't say anything against that. After all, we're Nordics... ahem, descendants of the ancient Nordics "Einar quickly corrected himself while smiling. "But we're pretty simple too "Einar said with a relaxed smile.
Then Molly looked at the clock and realized it was quite late.
"Is it that late already? You all need to go to sleep quickly, because you have to wake up early tomorrow to get to the Portkey location "Molly said quickly, starting to clear the table after eating.
"Harry, dear, you'll have to share a bed with Ron. And Hermione will have to share with Ginny, is that okay? "Molly said quickly, looking at the two.
"If you don't have enough space, they can stay with me. I have plenty of rooms "Einar said as he stood up to head back home.
"Are you sure? "Molly asked quickly. It was true they didn't have much space, and she didn't want Harry and Hermione to sleep uncomfortably.
"Of course, if they don't mind "Einar replied quickly. "I have plenty of rooms.
"What do you two think? "Molly asked quickly.
"Sure, I don't mind "Harry said calmly.
"It's fine by me "Hermione also agreed easily.
"Alright then. Come here in the morning, or I'll go wake you up "Molly said.
After all, the Weasley family had the key to Einar's house; he had given it to them freely for when he wasn't around and was at Hogwarts. Anyway, the dangerous and important things were with Dren.
"Let's go "Einar said calmly and left the Weasleys' house with the two of them.
He then led them to his house while showing them a room each, which had a bed and an undecorated wardrobe. Truthfully, Einar didn't know what to do with those spare rooms.
So he simply made them guest rooms.
"My room is at the end of the hallway. Oh, by the way, don't go into the second room on the right. It's full of potion ingredients, and some are poisonous "Einar said calmly before heading to his room to sleep.
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The next morning, Einar was sleeping peacefully when he suddenly opened his eyes in alert.
He quickly got up, forgetting to put on his mask, and walked toward the guest room.
On the way, Hermione had just stepped out of her room and froze completely upon seeing Einar's appearance. But he was in a hurry and quickly entered Harry's room.
Harry woke up startled by someone bursting into his room and hurriedly put on his glasses. To his surprise, a handsome young man was staring at him cautiously while holding a sword in his hand.
"Y-You're Einar? What's going on? "Harry asked, confused.
Hearing that, Einar realized it was Harry and quickly put away his sword.
"There's a curse placed on you. Quite disgusting. It seems the other person could easily possess you at any moment "Einar said as he approached Harry, grabbing his head and staring intently at his scar.
"W-What!? "Harry said, frightened.
"What do you mean by that? "Hermione intervened as she entered, having overheard what he said.
"What I said. Who gave you that scar? "Einar asked quickly.
"You don't know? "Harry asked, confused.
"I'm not from this country.
"It was Voldemort. He was a dark wizard who terrorized Britain more than 15 years ago "Hermione said quickly, looking at Harry with concern.
"The leader of those fools who think they're noble, right? "Einar recalled while releasing Harry's head. "What were you dreaming about?
"I... I was a snake and attacked a Muggle. There was also some kind of baby, and Wormtail, the one who betrayed my parents, and someone else I didn't recognize "Harry said quickly as he remembered every part of his dream. "The baby seemed to have sensed me.
"A split soul? Hmm, I'm not very good with soul magic or necromancy "Einar said quickly while thinking. "Follow me. We're going to meet a friend who can give us answers and will most likely be able to cure that "Einar said seriously.
"Is that possession thing true? What will happen? "Harry asked worriedly as he quickly got out of bed.
"I'm not completely sure, Harry. But don't worry, my friend is the best at this type of magic. He'll know what to do "Einar said, reassuring Harry.
Einar asked Harry to change and go down to the living room. Meanwhile, he also went to get ready and put on a mask since, while talking to Harry, he had to restrain his voice several times to avoid sending him flying.
When Einar went downstairs, Hermione was already waiting, fully prepared to follow him along with Harry.
"Take me with you "Hermione said directly.
"I have no problem with that, but never speak of what you saw there "Einar said seriously, as Harry came down, fully ready.
The three of them walked to a remote area while Einar asked Harry some questions.
"Harry, has your scar ever hurt or have you had these dreams very often? "Einar asked quickly.
"Yes. In my first year, when Voldemort infiltrated Hogwarts in Quirrell's head, my scar hurt. And I've been having the dreams since the beginning of the year "Harry replied quickly.
"Quirrell? "Einar asked, confused.
"Quirrell was our Defense Against the Dark Arts professor in our first year… "Hermione began to quickly explain what happened with Quirrell.
"So, two of the three years you've been at that school, you encountered that dark wizard, and you're telling me the headmaster didn't even notice? When I sensed that dark magic the first day you slept at my house? "Einar said seriously as he began to connect the dots.
At the same time, he realized how the school called Hogwarts worked. The most dangerous thing about Ivernalos was when students sneaked out and ventured into the nearby ruins. But that had nothing to do with what was happening inside the school itself.
"Maybe Dumbledore isn't good with dark magic "Hermione said, trying to defend her headmaster, but she was also beginning to doubt if Einar put it that way.
"I'm not good with dark magic either, but even someone who uses light or holy magic could feel the curse Harry has on his forehead. Especially if they've been in the same castle for so many months "Einar said quickly.
"So, the headmaster always knew, but never told me? "Harry asked, thinking about everything he had experienced at Hogwarts.
"Maybe he didn't say anything because he didn't have a way to help you. That way, you wouldn't worry for nothing "Hermione said again, but even she was doubting her own words. After all, she was talking about who was said to be the most powerful wizard of all time.
"All right, it doesn't matter what that old man is planning. We're here "Einar said as they reached an area quite far from the other houses. "It's better if you don't get scared when he comes. He's not a bad guy "Einar said quickly, just in case.
Then, he took a few steps forward and removed his mask since he had to use his shout with all his power.
"¡DUR NEH VIIR!
With his shout, the air changed and began to gather at a point, while the mana caused the surrounding plants to start dying, drying up completely.
Then, before them appeared a giant dragon surrounded by violet flames that slowly began to fade, revealing its decayed skin. Even its wings were full of holes, and there were places where its bones could be seen.
"Qahnaarin, I answer your call... Hmm, so this is the place Akatosh sent you to. It feels... full of life "said the great dragon as he looked around.
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