Chapter 82:
Sirius looked at Harry in shock, trying to find his logic. "A favour?" he asked.
"He's showing the world that he doesn't care about creature rights; he's showing his hand. Before now he has always preached goodwill and fairness and, even if his name isn't on this bill, those who need to know will find out."
"So his attack is a good thing?" Sirius asked.
"Yes and no. No, as if it goes through it's bad in general, but I will do everything in my power to stop that from happening. Yes, as it shows the world Dumbledore isn't as great and Light as he claims," Harry said.
Remus, who hadn't relaxed since the mentioning of the bill, nodded his head stiffly. "I will leave if I have to," he said quietly.
Harry shook his head and Sirius moved to stand, however Remus stilled them by raising a hand. "I promised to always be there for you, Harry - and if that means I have to leave for a while so Sirius can gain custody, I will. But I will never truly abandon you. Yes, I may be gone from home, but I will still be around."
Harry sighed. "It won't come to that. The trial tomorrow will be fine."
"There is also a large chance you will be called on to testify, Harry," Dodge said.
"Me?" Harry asked. He thought you had to be informed before; hand-sign, papers, etc.
"Yes. I received word of it just before I arrived - I believe Dumbledore hopes that the pressure of a trial will make it easy to manipulate you."
Harry rolled his eyes. "Let him try. It could actually be a good thing; I can share my story in my own words."