Pushing her way through the barrier, Lily entered platform 9 ¾. Smiling at the bustle in front of the gleaming red train, she moved towards Michelle.
'You're here!' the blonde exclaimed, pulling her into a hug. 'Ready for another year?'
'You bet! This will be the best yet.' Michelle had been her friend since that first ride in the Hogwarts Express. Now they were entering their last year at school, and Lily was expecting the time of her life.
'And guess who just arrived?'
Lily turned to the entrance to see James Potter entering. 'How delightful,' she commented sarcastically. 'I can't wait for another one of our meaningful conversations.
Michelle laughed. 'Come on, let's get seats.
They moved onto the train, Lily ignoring James' stare.