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CHAPTER ONE: ANOTHER WORLD!
Artemis Fowl the First was aboard his ship, the Fowl Star, alongside Butler's uncle and 250,000 cans of cola when disaster appeared in the form of a Russian Mafia missile. It was quite an explosion. This left 10 year old Artemis Fowl the second to take over Fowl Manor, all its businesses and his grief stricken mother, Angeline. To help Artemis was Butler, his bodyguard and closest friend since birth.
Two years later, Artemis had accomplished a lot. He had successfully kidnapped LEPrecon Holly Short and discovered a whole new world. A world with Goblins, Trolls, Elves, Dwarfs, Centaurs, Sprites and Pixies, a world he had tricked so he could receive a large sum of gold. He had also decoded their version of the bible, the Book, from Gnomish the fairy text, to English.
At the moment Artemis was discussing an important topic with Butler, a topic which had been disturbing the residents of Fowl Manor since he had turned eleven. Owls.
"Nothing is working sir, we have tried everything, even shooting them is out, they just keep on coming, and they're arriving with letters which are addressed to you, as you already know sir."
"And…?"
"It has been a whole year Sir; I no longer believe that they are dangerous." Butler put his hand in his front pocket and retrieved a single letter. "I think it's time."
Rubbing his temples from an oncoming headache, Artemis took the letter from Butler's outstretched hand.
Staring at his name, bedroom number and address written in green ink was too much for Artemis, he did something he never did. He lost it.
"Butler there's someone spying on us; they know where I even sleep!" Artemis was hysterical as he paced his room.
Butler instantly got into action; he pulled out his walkie talkie and instantly fell into a heated conversation with the person on the other end.
"Check the surveillance cameras…" the conversation was lost on Artemis. At the moment he was going through all the possibilities, "The Mafia? Which one..?" the list went on and on until he was left with the most likely option. Feeling Butler's eyes on him, Artemis turned around to voice his thought to his friend but upon seeing Butler's grim expression Artemis shut his mouth and let him speak.
"There's nothing on the surveillance videos nor has anyone or anything been seen lurking around the manor, Sir." Butler looked into the eyes of the young Fowl to see the gears turning in his mind.
"That's because they're invisible Butler, I believe that the Elves want their revenge, they didn't like being tricked by an adolescent teenager…but before we jump to any conclusions I should read the letter."
Butler bent down to pick up the letter that Artemis had dropped earlier, and apprehensively gave it to his employer.
Tearing the envelope apart, Artemis put his right hand in the envelope and retrieved two letters, unfolding one he began to read.
HOGWARTS SCHOOL OF WITCHCRAFT AND WIZARDRY
HEADMASTER: Albus Dumbledore
(Order of Merlin, First Class, Grand Sorc., Chf. Warlock, Supreme Mugwump, International Confed. of Wizards)
Dear Mr Fowl the Second
We are pleased to inform you that you have a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Please find enclosed a list of all necessary books and equipment.
Since you are arriving a year late, you will begin school on August
14th; we have had prior reports on your ability in school work and believe that you will be up to date with the rest of the second years.
I am sorry to announce that your bodyguard, Mr Butler, is not permitted to arrive at Hogwarts for the whole school year but may stay to keep you company till school starts again.
An escort will be waiting for your arrival at the airport, they'll take you to get your supplies and then drop you off at Hogwarts.
Yours Sincerely
Minerva McGonagall
Deputy Headmistress.
"I'm a wizard Butler." Artemis exclaimed as he looked up.
"A wizard?" asked a perplexed Butler.
"Yes, when the fairies went underground the wizards decided to stay. My next plan was to enter the Wizarding World and they have just unknowingly given me a first class ticket," he was practically jumping with joy. "Pack your bags Butler, we're going to London."
"Sir, I think you should open the other letter."
"I believe your right," Artemis said as he unfolded the remaining letter.
HOGWARTS SCHOOL OF WITCHCRAFT AND WIZARDRY
UNIFORM:
Second years will require
Three sets of plain work robes (black)
One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear
One pair of protective gloves (dragon hide or similar)
One winter cloak (black, silver fastenings)
Please note that all pupils' clothes should carry name tags.
SET BOOKS:
Second years students will require
The Standard book of Spells, Grade 2, by Miranda Goshawk.
Break with a Banshee by Gilderoy Lockhart.
Gadding with Ghouls by Gilderoy Lockhart.
Holidays with Hags by Gilderoy Lockhart.
Travels with Trolls by Gilderoy Lockhart.
Voyages with Vampires by Gilderoy Lockhart.
Wandering with Werewolves by Gilderoy Lockhart.
Year with the Yeti by Gilderoy Lockhart.
OTHER EQUIPMENT:
1 wand
1 cauldron (pewter, standard sixe 2)
1 set glass or crystal phials
1 telescope
1 set brass scales
Students may also bring an owl OR a cat OR a toad.
Yours Sincerely
Minerva McGonagall
Deputy Headmistress
"Butler...?" Artemis turned around to see Butler enter the room with two suitcases.
"Yes Sir?"
"Thanks for the suitcase, but you can only stay at Hogwarts until school starts."
"Okay sir, but just to be safe I'll give you some…umm…equipment," Butler said as he pulled out two Sig Sauer's. "Just in case," he winked.
