Banished Into Magic: A Percy Jackson/Harry Potter Crossover

Calm Before The Storm

Dumbledore had indeed taken the information surprisingly well, all things considered, though his silver eyebrows hadn't gone down to their normal position since Percy started his story.

"Well, this explains many mysteries Mr. Jackson...as well as creating many more." Dumbledore sighed adjusting his half-moon spectacles.

"Yeah, that seems to be the way these things go." Percy agreed. "Magic was the same for me. I had a bunch of questions at first, but after I thought about it...I only had more questions."

"Well said Mr. Jackson." Dumbledore seemed to come to a sort of decision. "Percy, there are some wizards that I would very much like you to meet. Some...acquaintances of mine who share similar beliefs about Voldemort. If the situation does escalate, and it will, I believe you could play an essential role in everything. What do you say?"

"I-I...I'll think about it. I've already fought two wars Professor, I'm not sure I want another on my plate." Percy answered truthfully.

"It is a very wise decision to not rush into something as monumental as this. It is all right if you must take your time Percy. However, I must ask, does Harry know of your origins?"

Percy shook his head a little regretfully. "No. I haven't told him yet. Only you and Hermione Granger know Sir."

"Interesting... Ms. Granger you said?"

"Yes- but I'm confident she can keep a secret of this...size!" Percy blurted nervously.

Dumbledore gave a small smile. "There is no need to worry. I have no lack of confidence in Ms. Granger. The brightest witch of her age as I always say."

"Got that right." Percy chuckled before turning more serious. "I promised Harry I would tell him how I saved him during the second task... Should I not?" Percy asked cautiously.

"...I believe you can tell young Harry. However, you must be careful of what information Mr. Potter has privy to in the future."

A small spark of anger lit inside Percy at the Headmaster's words. "What?! Harry's my best friend Sir! I should be able to tell him what I want!"

Dumbledore took the heat in Percy's voice calmly, though his hand was hovering very near his wand on the desk. "Many nights I have wondered and theorized about Harry and Voldemort's connection as I'm sure you have by now..."

Dumbledore frowned but continued. "If the signs are correct and Voldemort rises once more, we must treat Harry with the utmost caution. I do not know yet the effects it could have on him."

Percy scoffed. "What're you suggesting? We lie? Keep him in the dark? Professor no offense, but that is an absolutely shitty idea. I know him, I know how he'll react to that and so do you!"

Dumbledore's expression darkened. "You do not understand what could come into play, Mr. Jackson... I will do what I must to win this war."

"...Even sacrifice Harry?"

Dumbledore was silent for a long moment. "No. That is a price I am not willing to pay."

"Swear it." Percy looked him dead in the eye. There was only one way he could get the complete truth out of the man.

The Hogwarts Headmaster took a breath to compose himself. "I give you my word that-"