Remus and Sirius were busy in the basement of Number Twelve storing the dragon parts that Charlie's team had harvested for Harry.
As they were placing the last of the hide on a shelf Sirius muttered, "How big was this thing?"
Lupin paused a moment, calculating the beast's size; "I think it was around twenty meters long snout to tail. It was a full grown, nesting, mother dragon and the largest any of the champions had to face."
Sirius shook his head side to side in dismay as he thought ' Why Harry?' Looking back at Remus, he asked, "Do you think we could have some protective clothing made for Harry using the hide?
"Sure, Winky made a really good set of tournament robes for Harry so I'm sure that she could whip up something for him." Remus said while fingering the rough hide.
"Winky!" Sirius called out to the elf.
She appeared with a small pop and an eager look upon her face. "What can I do for you today?"
"Would you be able to make Harry and Hermione some protective clothing from this dragon hide?" Sirius asked the little elf.
"Of course. Winky will get started right away!" With another small pop she was gone, off to collect some materials and tools needed for her work.
Smiling at Winky's enthusiasm, Remus and Sirius headed up to the kitchens to grab some lunch and to discuss the Grangers new house and the protections that they were going to put in place later that evening.
John and Annabelle Granger had been quietly changing all of their business and personal affairs. They had arranged to have all mail sent to a service that would then forward things appropriately. A business manager had also helped set up their new practice. He used multiple corporations and business entities to further protect them from discovery.
They were sad to close their business and sell their home but the Grangers were also very practical people. They knew that Professor Dumbledore and the Death Eaters would do everything that they could to locate Harry Potter.
With those thoughts on her mind, Annabelle turned to her husband and asked, "Is it going to be enough?"
John knew what his wife meant because he was having some of the same fears. "I hope so. Remus said that he would come by the new house tonight and place the wards and any other protections that they could think of. Once he is finished, he will bring us their and then we can complete the sale of this one."
Annabelle came over, hugged her husband of twenty years, and settled into his embrace. "I'm going to miss this house. There are so many good memories here."
Gently rubbing her back he replied "Yes, there are; but we will make some new ones and hopefully provide Harry with a few as well."
They were startled out of there reverie by a small pop in front of them. Dobby had appeared with two large trunks.
"Hello, Dobby." Said the Granger's to the smiling elf. They had grown fond of Winky and Dobby once they had gotten over their initial shock. Now they were very thankful for all of their help.
"Hello. Dobby is here to inspect and pack your belongings."
Annabelle kneeled down to inspect the trunks and then looked up at Dobby. "Aren't you going to need more trunks?"
"Oh no, Miss." Dobby giggled. "These trunks are much bigger on the inside." Dobby said as he opened one of the trunks so that the Grangers could peer inside. "These trunks will hold all of your belongings. The furniture will be moved separately."
"Thank you Dobby. If you need any help please ask." Annabelle said as she stood back up shaking her head at the feats, that Magic was capable of.
"Will you and Winky have time to stop by after you are finished moving our things?" Annabelle asked the small elf. She had been teaching the elves proper English since she had met them. Surprisingly, the elves lessons in English Grammar had turned into Magical Culture lessons for the Grangers. They were able to gain some valuable insight into the magical community while getting to know Harry's elves.
"Dobby and Winky will be there later this evening. We are really enjoying the lessons!" Dobby said enthusiastically.
Smiling to herself, Annabelle took John's hand and said, "Let's get some lunch at our favorite restaurant."
They had agreed with Remus and Sirius that their move would have to be sudden to lessen the chance of revealing their plans to anyone. Therefore, they did not tell any of their friends, neighbors, or employees about their plans.
When they returned from their lunch, they discovered that their house was empty except for a small table and chairs in the living room. Evidently, Dobby was very good at his job.
"It looks so different without our stuff." John commented.
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