By Jeconais
Reviews
Slytherin66 posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 3:43pm
Great chapter.
Good term that "a lady of 'negotiable’ affections."
The Twin’s summery of their family was perfect and I liked "the full Veela-lie-detector-whammy" it’s good the often overlooked words are being used and that we got more detail’s about Veela.
The Twins in France would do them good and they are better off far away from their family and the UK Ministry. The doubt over their names was a very good detail to add and gave some nice insight into the twins.
Very true about Harry/Fleur it is nice that Harry does not want to date her because he does not like her. I am glad Harry will get to decide for himself.
Essence du Gryffindor might make a nice gift for Minerva or Albus as long as Gabrielle is not hurt during its production. Ron and his followers looking stupid is always good long may it continue if they are the future of Magical Britain it’s doomed.
I have very much enjoyed the twins insight and role in this story they have much to offer and it has been fun while they change the world and help Harry achieve his potential. It makes sense doing what they love as a business would take some of the fun out of it or get boring. The plan to sell wine is a good one and has more potential for expansion and longevity as there are only so many jokes people want yet people will always want wine. The fact Harry can make it instantly is brilliant no wonder the Potters are so wealthy given how enterprising they are.
"Gabrielle had to walk here!" such a funny line it was a really good idea to have Gabrielle demand Harry carry her Harry needs the hugs and affection and its a nice detail about child Veela needing love and affection before they grow up and Harry carrying Gabrielle is cute.
Great banter between Michael and Marie having someone empathic near by would be very handy for avoiding or resolving misunderstandings. Harry feeling sad is not something many people give thought to.
The Veela Court how very interesting I really hope Harry gets a Veela for a wife or is planning on having one as the Veela are so interesting and he would need an exceptional counterpart to deal with his life and Harry really does deserve the love of a Veela or all of them and I would like him to be happy.
A good slogan for a t-shirt "I’m not supposed to be ignored, ever. I am Veela."
Harry giving Gabrielle his pudding was a nice gesture and very much like a favourite uncle the cuddle was good and the fact Gabrielle knows she is loved was very touching, the glow was a good reminder of magic and that Veela are really amazing.
Very funny "La la la," Harry sang, covering his ears. "That’s my sister!" I am so very pleased Harry has a family now I hope word gets back to his sister but Christophe does have a point about Harry attracting the ladies.
Harry more comfortable and relaxed is such a rare treat and makes him a much better character. The insight into magic was very well done Price instead of power and why Harry still uses a wand. It a welcome change in Harry that he made his view known rather than accept what he is told or say nothing for fear of being wrong.
I agree with you about the Weasley’s.
Thanks for this chapter I look forward to the next.
ryandark posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 3:42pm
Thank you again. Another splendid chapter. (And yes I do commonly use the word splendid.)
badboy1cdx posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 3:13pm
LOL...loved the chapter! I think you've turned a few cliches on their head with this chapter alone...can't wait for the next!
HopelessFan posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 1:40pm
I'm glad to see you stopped with the "this is horrible, you are going to hate it" disclaimers :-)
And yes, I'm still enjoying it as much as I enjoyed the first chapter.
dogbertcarroll posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 1:13pm
Loved it from beginning to end. Gabby is a charmer as always. Fred and George not being sure who they really were was amusing.
aemilyl24 posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 1:08pm
Awesome chapter - loved it a lot. Keep up the awesome work, and please try to update again soon!
albaholly posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 12:37pm
I have read an awful lot of fanfiction, some good, a lot terrible. The odd piece I regard as brilliant.
I have read and enjoyed your fics for quite a few years but every so often I am struck by the fact that so many of the fics I regard as 'brilliant' are written by the same author.
thank you for writing them and continuing to share them with faceless readers.
lancelw posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 12:34pm
Love it looking forward to more. thank you.
ryanblack posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 12:22pm
All hail jeconais! He has delivered another great chapter.
joeBob posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 11:39am
Entertaining. Thanks for the update.
Patches posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 11:36am
This is an really excellent story. I love the way Harry gets things done to the amazement of others. He is cherished and appreciated by those he loves and indifferent to those beneath his notice. Like Ron and the others that bad-mouth Harry without really knowing him. I really like the way he cares for Gabrielle. It is touching to see a teenager treat a small child the way he does. It will be a problem in the future when she matures and I'm guessing that she will want Harry then. The things he did at the ball to annoy and surprise others was great. The kiss with Michael was unexpected and the reactions he got were comical. The fact that he and Kate knew their relationship was not going forward and that they would remain friends was a really adult way to handle that. Harry showing off his wine was great. The fact he bought a vineyard to produce good wine from a woman who had lost her life mate was great. He made sure she was secure for life and she also knew that Harry would make the best use of her property and return the vineyard to a profitable, respected busness again. Of course it will also be a front for the wine he is going to make himself and that he will distribute it as one of the wines the vineyard will produce.
I really like your long chapters and I look forward to more of this story. They are always worth the wait. pms
Tumshie posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 11:17am
I loved the Twins analysis of the rest of their family, very amusing. I also like the interactions between Harry and the various characters be they canon or your own OCs.
Can I point out that throughout you used tenant (someone who lives somewhere) instead of tenet (a rule).
Looking forward to reading more.
Mathew McCrillis posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 11:04am
Great chapter, I love the lessons imparted within, keep up the good work.
Wolfric posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 10:15am
Lovely chapter. It is nice to see Harry being a "people" person as opposed to a socially inept introvert. Thanks for writing. W.
Princess Fictoria posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 7:52am
I was so very excited to see this. Your writing is joyous and I yearn for it. I liked the way Harry got a bit carried away at the end... just like any teenager speaking about something he is passionate about. Is he right? Well, you are right, we will see... but until then the passion of youth is energizing.
Loved the ongoing flirty fun between Michael and Harry. Am a bit curious at just how close Harry and Gabriel are and that the parents have no problem with it... not because of any pervy reasons... just normal territorial feelings parents feel towards non family members whom their children idolize.
I eagerly look forward to more and hope that it comes out soon!
diavoloduchessa posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 7:49am
The first part with the twins LOVED IT!!! Yes, Harry did get a little preachy but not to the point where I'd skip that part like I've done in the past while reading other stories. :)(:
noylj posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 7:14am
Thank you for the update.
What the hell does an officially 14-year-old boy not want to "get to know" nubile 15-17 year-old girls? It seems to me to be quite off.
All I can see is Tonks and him getting together...
Longreach posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 7:06am
Nice Discworld quote in the twin's vent there.
Also very nice chapter, good to see the story moving (even if it is mostly sideways movement)
gadriam posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 7:01am
Less hilarity this time, but perhaps a better chapter. I love this pseudo-adult Harry. Terry Pratchett brought forth the idea that adults are created by the Brownian movements of society, and this Harry reached his maturity unaffected by that. Growing up in RoR has made him slightly odd and in this setting, that is a very good thing. His interactions, his reasoning and actions are smart, slightly odd and most amusing.
The twins are indeed venting, and pointing out how little a stronger, more confident Harry needs the Weasleys. Excepting the twins, of course. A showdown might be interesting, but this evaporating dismissal of most things red is beautiful. Bashing, yes, but a credible one.
Have a [box of sunshine] and a bottle of Innis&Gunn Rumcask.
Thanks.
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Cynrom posted a comment on Sunday 17th July 2011 3:51pm