Once Upon a Time
By: DelilahSong
Once upon a time, there was a magnificent land. it was a series of four kingdoms – known throughout the surrounding world.
First was the Kingdom of Loyal Hufflepuff. Their King Amos was a loyal – if conceited ruler. Though many disliked him, all adored his son and heir Cedric. The King Amos' wife had died many years before. And, in true Hufflepuff tradition, he did not remarry. Certain that his son- the Beloved Cedric – would have no troubles making it to the throne if he were to pass on. King Amos was in terrible health. Often on his deathbed, but still able to guard his kingdom with the fierce determination his land was known for.
Next was the kingdom of Ravenclaw. The throne had been traditionally handed down to the first born woman of each family, until Queen Grey's mesterious passing on a few years back. Then the throne was handed to her husband- King Grey. This was a problem for many in the land, as King Grey had none of the tactical wit and calm decsisions of their past rulers, and he was opposed to passing the crown to one of his daughters, instead looking to remarry and have a male heir.
The first in this line for the throne would be Cho, a dark-haired, sharp-witted beauty who had been promised the position all of her life. She was currently being courted by young Lord Cedric- causing an uproar in the Ravenclaw Kingdom.
Next, was her sister young Susan, the Kingdom's beloved one. She was adored by all for her golden-red head of curly hair(strait from her mother) and her sharp wit. She was a master dueler, but since her mother's recent passing- she had gone to stay with her aunt to hide in grief.
Last in the line was the youngest of the 3 Grey daughters. The young Luna was the oddball of her family. She strongly resembled her mother and middle sister with a head of long blonde hair. Her Wide blue eyes practically mirrored those of her father. In personality she was a sharp contrast to the rest of her family- and was apprenticing under the philosopher Xenophilius Lovegood.
The Slytherlin Kingdom was shrouded in mystery. Only those who lived in the twisted court understood the way it ran. Their King Severus was also shrouded in mystery, as was the heir Draconis. Draco was the son of Severus' wife Narcissa, whose previous husband had died a few months after Draco's birth. And whose almost-instant remarriage to Severus caused murmurs across the court.
The brave kingdom of Gryffindor is perhaps the most well-known of the 4. They were ruled by the large Weasley family. King Arthur and Queen Molly had ruled for many years, and will, Merlin willing, continue to rule for many more. King Arthur's quick understanding of the battlefield, and openness to his kingdom, along with his Wives' calm and motherly aura, were a winning combination to the people.
Their oldest son Bill was married to an indescribably beautiful foreign girl, and was expecting their first child.
Their second son Charlie was a beloved bachelor- known to secretly compete in competitions across the kingdom, and spend time with the people.
Their son Percy had, early in his life, been swept up in the court, and as a result, had quietly returned to a royal country house with his wife Lady Penelope, and their daughter.
The Twins- Frederick and George- were on the road across the kingdom (and the surrounding ones) disguised as peddlers of cheap tricks. They did this to see the world and their mother was furious when she discovered they did not return from a visit to the southern part of the kingdom, but there was nothing they could do except read the delighted letters they received.
Young Ronald Weasley was a beloved prince. His sharp wit delighted the people, and- although he was the youngest of 6 brothers- he shined within the family.
Ginerva Weasley was the youngest of the family, and the only girl. She was the kingdom's flower. All adored her but, due to an overprotective family, she often felt quite lonely until her mother got a new lady-in-waiting after Lady Penelope left. A lady-in-waiting named Hermione Granger.
She was a mystery in the court, but was believed to be from the kingdom of Ravenclaw-though no one knew for certain.
The Weasley's had a small board of advisors
James Potter, whose son Harry was a close friend of Ronald and was smitten with the young princess Ginerva, Franklin Longbottom, whose Son Neville was also a close companion of Ronald and Harry, and Alabaster Wood who's son Oliver was often to be seen in court, and whose daughter Amanda was a gifted singer in the court.
All of the Kingdoms were well-known to be divided – particularly the Slytherlin House – but many things would happen. And it was hoped that they would soon unite together.
A/N: Oh, WHAT! Hah! How do you like it? Okay. Nothing dramatic- I'm not sure if 'Thomas Riddle' will make an appearance but I've been reading Phillipia Gregory books and can no longer restrain myself from writing! Okay- all characters mentioned will have an important role in the story. I think I'll add more in Hufflepuff though… they're kind of lacking and they're my favorite! D8 10 Reviews for an update y'all!