Despite his impoverished circumstances, Tom Riddle always knew he was destined for great things. The ability to travel back and forth through time was a bit of a surprise, though. Also a surprise: the bushy-haired little girl he meets in the future who possesses powers to match his own. Eventual Tomione; starts pre-Hogwarts.

It wasn’t until many hours later—-as Harry laid in bed after the impromptu, early-morning, celebratory feast—-that he had wondered if something new hadn’t been released from the Chamber of Secrets. CoS/PoA AU.