It was a warm, bright summer in France. Hermione looked forward to her last break before she started school, assuming she was accepted into the school of her choice. Hermione sat on her bed reading one the books from her library. Her long, curly brown hair was draped down one side of her face concealing it from anyone and her chocolate eyes scanned the pages absorbing the information.

The Grangers were one of the richest and most powerful families in France. They had a great deal of influence, but they never let it go to their heads. They lived in Granger Manor and it was said to be one of the most beautiful sights in all of France. Granger Manor was a large country manor designed to look like an 18th century chateau. It was surrounded by a large high 8 foot wall and in the centre, there was a large engraved metal gate. The gate had the letter G engraved in to it and as the gate opened the G split in half. The gardens where finely landscaped with a series of flowers there were a variety of red, white, blue and pink flowers. The flowers were a verity of all the known flowers. They lead up to the drive to a large fountain which the drive circled. The fountain was made of a large sculpture of the Granger family. A statue of Hermione's mother was standing on the right and a statue of her father was on the left. The statue of Hermione's mother was holding a small baby girl still wrapped up in a blanket. Her parents were extremely wealthy and had just moved to France before Hermione was born. The group stood in front of a column out of which water gushed and covered the statues if a fine vale of water. The front of Granger Manor was made out of white stone. In the centre of this, there was a large set of oak double doors that were covered by a pillared roof. The pillars were carved with fine intricate flowers that reached all the way down the pillars. The Oak doors had a large G carved into their centre. The interior of Granger Manor was just as elegant. It was decorated with long red silk banners and long red carpets. The main entrance hall had a large marble staircase that lead up to a huge marble landing. There were a series of portraits, some were older than others and each had a name and date under them. The sun was shining through Hermione's bedroom window, illuminating the room and making the place seem brighter as the sun bounced off the light blue walls. She was so busy reading the text and losing herself within the pages that she was only brought out of the book by the sound of an house elf apperating into her room. "Excuse me miss, Twinkie had been sent to inform you that there is a letter for miss." the elf squeaked.

"Very well Twinkie, I'll be there shortly." Hermione said as she closed her book and headed out of the room. She was excited to see what the letter was and she was hoping that it was the letter that she was waiting for. When she reached the dining room Hermione was greeted by her parents.

"Morning darling." Lady Granger said with a smile.

"Morning mother. " Hermione replied as she took her seat and started to look round the table.

"Ah, I think I know what you're looking for" Hermione father said from across the table, "Here you go." He said as he handed her a light blue envelope with her name written on it in very fine handwriting. Hermione quickly opened the envelope while being careful not to rip the paper or the envelope. Once Hermione had opened the letter, she began to read it.

Dear Miss Granger,

I am delighted to inform you that you have been accepted into the Beauxbatons Academy of Magic. The term will begin on the 1st of September. A carriage will meet you outside your home to take you to the academy. Please find the list of items and equipment you will be needing for your first year with us.

We look forward to meeting you at the start of term.

Your's faithfully,

Madame Olympe Maxime

Headmistress

Hermione's eyes lit up when she had read the letter and handed it to her mother. While her mum and dad were inspecting the letter, Hermione took a look at the attached list of the things she needed.

Clothing:

3 pairs of full uniform

2 winter uniforms

3 casual dresses

3 formal dresses

Books:

A Beginner's Guide to Transfiguration, Charms, Potions, Defense Against the Dark Arts and Herbology.

A Women's Guide to Society

Beauxbatons: A History

Equipment:

1 Wand

1 Pewter Cauldron

Quills and Ink

Parchment

Basic care kit

Toiletries

If the students desire, they may bring with them either an owl, a cat or a mouse.

Hermione finished reading the list then passed it to her parents. Once they had finished reading it, Hermione spoke, "Looks like we've got some shopping to do. " She said trying to hold in her excitement but failing.

"We'll go tomorrow and get all you need" Hermione's father had said with pride. He was so proud of his daughter because she was going to the most prestigious magical academy in France. Hermione mother was also extremely happy her that her daughter was going to be attending the same academy she had and that Hermione was following in her footsteps.

"Maybe, I should floo Fleur, she could help me pick out my equipment and uniform." Hermione said smiling.

"I think that would be wise, considering that she has been through all this before and she does know all the best places to shop." Hermione's mum said with a smile.