21. The Vast Grounds - 1

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PREVIOUSLY IN - MIRROR OF ERISED

The second, third, fourth and fifth floors are given an introduction. The Potter Family and Sirius go outside to check out on the grounds of the estate.

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They stepped into the back patio and allowed Harry to scan his surroundings. There was a swimming pool and a jacuzzi that was covered by a pool screen. The pool screen was charmed to prevent the pool from freezing up during winter. They filed out through the door provided behind so that they could go to the vast grounds surrounding Potter Castle. Harry, being a natural in quidditch, spotted the pitch right away.

"Papa, Dad, Sirius, can we check the quidditch pitch out, please?" asked Harry. "Sure, we can. But not now." said Charlus. When he saw his grandson's shoulder slump a little, "We can call your team mates and have a match a few days later if you want." He suggested. Harry perked at this and nodded. "I'll write to them after dinner today. Is it fine?" asked Harry. "Sure thing. But shall we keep it after a few days? I want to train and regain my prowess." Said James. Harry nodded at the revelation as Charlus led the group towards the Greenhouses.

There were five of them. The first four had been maintained in prime condition by the house elves. But the fifth one wasn't as it housed aconite and that was really fatal for house elves. Lily's eyes brightened upon seeing the huge amounts of aconite. "We use this to make Wolfsbane for Remus." She said. James and Sirius nodded as they examined the plant.

Charlus asked one of the elves to bring the harvesting tools for the two ladies as they wanted to harvest the potential potions ingredients for Harry to practice with and for themselves. They started with aconite as it needed a lot of work to do. The men were outside when they started. "Lily, Rea, we'll be near the stables." He said as he led the younger boys towards the said place. The duo nodded and went on to work on the aconite. "Stables?" asked a confused Harry. "You'll see." Was his grandfather's reply.

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