Chapter 30 - A big small promise

Before I could go with Nymphadora my great grandfather called me to talk. I couldn't say anything to him before he told me to follow him to his study where he sat down and his face changed to one of total seriousness. The atmosphere started to get tense as I got nervous because it was the first time I had seen him like this, he told me.

"Sirius has been arrested and Regulus has died."

The news surprised me, although it was something that I knew would happen and that I expected, I did not believe that I would receive both at the same time. Although so far I have never seen Sirius or Regulus I suppose that being family still affected me somewhat to receive the news.

''Although I won't do anything to fix Sirius's situation. At least I think you should know what is going on with his life. Since you are his son after all. '' My great grandfather continued to tell me.

'' Is that why that elf came? '' I asked him.

''Yes, Walburga, although somewhat insane, really cares about the family. In her letter she asked me to avenge Regulus's death. And as always she told me that Sirius was a disgrace and to find a way to make him disappear in Azkaban. Besides that she informed me that Orion was in bad shape since he heard the news of both his sons.''

Hearing this, I finally understood that the reason for Orion's death so early was the sorrow for the fate of his two sons. But now a new question arose in me. Why did Walburga die? I guess it's something I will know in time.

While I was lost in thought my great-grandfather cleared his throat to get my attention. Looking at his face and seeing his hand still covering his mouth for a moment I could see a certain sorrow that his eyes carried, it disappeared in an instant as if he had never been there as soon as he noticed that he was paying attention.

''Well I know you have a lot to think about. Rest and do not worry about what may happen, even if they are family they no longer have anything to do with us. '' My great grandfather told me as he sent me to sleep and watched me walk down the hall.

But before I left I knew I had a unique opportunity. Although there was nothing he could do about Sirius's arrest, Regulus was another case. I went to one of the libraries furthest from everyone's sight. And I said.

''Kreacher come to me. '' Suddenly Kreacher materialized in front of me. He was confused when he noticed the room where he was. But he quickly noticed me.

"Oh, poor me if only my mistress found out that the Mudblood called poor Kreacher." Kreacher said almost whispering.

'' Kreacher don't call you to insult me. I have something important to discuss with you. '' I said to him.

'' Young master, please excuse Kreacher who did not notice you. Kreacher lives to serve the noble house of Black. (Whisper) Nasty brat standing there as bold as brass '' He said with a smile

I accidentally moved my eyes up. Not even 2 minutes had passed since I called him and I was already exhausted from dealing with him. Before I could say anything, a war cry was heard. And Fomsey appeared about to attack Kreacher. I had to grab her by her pillowcase to stop her from doing something to him. Kreacher was fists raised ready to defend himself.

As I grabbed Fomsey she looked at me with sobbing eyes and said. ''Fomsey is a good elf. Why did the young master call Kreacher and not Fomsey? '' Her voice cracked with each word. I could only sigh as my shoulders sagged. I could see Kreacher waving at Fomsey and chuckling. So I said.

''Kreacher stops with that. And Fomsey I called Kreacher because I need something from him. I haven't changed you or anything like that. So don't attack him while he's here and don't say anything to my great grandfather. And please prepare me a tea that I need.''

Fomsey's face lit up as she said.

''Fomsey is a good elf. I'll make the tea immediately.''

As Fomsey went to make me some tea, I looked directly at Kreacher and said.

''Where is the locket?''