Family Studies

Chapter 1

Disclaimer: I do not own the Harry Potter series sadly

It was the beginning of their 7th year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Hermione Granger, Harry Potter and Ron Weasley stepped into the gigantic castle. Hermione was a pretty girl, she had long wavy brown hair and dark chocolate eyes. Ron was one out of six sibling who all had the same pale complexion and fiery red hair. Harry had dark messy brown hair and emerald green eyes, and of course the famous scare on the right side of his forehead.

"I'm so glad to be back! Summer was a blow, no magic or talking to you guys." Hermione grabbed Harry and Rons arms and linked them all up.

"I bet it wasn't as horrid as staying with the Dursleys! They made me get up at 5 in the morning so i could prepare a feast for Dudleys breakfast!" Harry shook his head in disbelief.

"Well i had a grand holiday thanks for asking. Mum and dad took us to Egypt again and it was just as exciting." Ron grinned at his two best friends who were rolling their eyes. They followed the crowd of new and old students to the Great Hall. Once everyone settled down Professor Dumbledore went to the podium and caught everyone's attention.

"Welcome back students! And for our first years welcome to Hogwarts. Now as some of you may had seen we have added a new class that everyone in 6th and 7th is required to take," Dumbledore scanned through the tables. "This class is called Family Studies. After the war many witches and wizards were killed in battle and the population went down quite a bit, so the Minister of Magic has decided that in this new class will be paired with someone who is compatible with you and we will wed." The students began to shout saying that this is unfair and they should have a choice. "SILENTS!" Dumbledore shouted. "If you let me continue. You will all be wedded the same day which will be next week on September 20th. By October 3rd your spouse must be pregnant." A tall girl in hufflepuff named Cindy Hathway fainted and fell backwards. Hermione looked at Harry, her face was pale and tears started to flow into her eyes.

"Why should we do this! It isn't fair!" Everyone turned their heads and saw a slytherin girl standing up.

"The Minister thinks that this is the best way to repopulate. I do not agree but we have no choice. Next week when you are matched you and 2 other pairs will move into a house on the outskirts of the school. We will continue with normal class schedule until then."

The rest of the night went as usual, the new students were sorted into the houses. Learned their way around the castle and moved into their rooms. On the other side of the school Hermione, Harry, Ron, Luna, and Ginny sat discussing what they were going to do about this class.

"I don't want to be married, or have children! I was planning on taking my time and finding the right person." Hermione rubbed her eyes with the palms of her hands to stop the tears from escaping.

"I know Mione. I'm not to happy about it either. Hopefully i can get Harry as my partner." Ginny held Harry's hand and lightly squeezed if.

"Well I hope I get Ron. It would be quite strange to marry someone who isn't my boyfriend." Ron kissed Luna's forehead.

"Well who ever i get it better not be that Draco Malfoy." Hermione paced around the room.

"Mione whatever happens we'll be here for you. We are all best friends and we will stick together." Harry brought in a group hug and they laughed the rest of the night.

One Week Later

"Welcome students to Family Studies!"

Thank you for reading chapter one! Please review and give suggestions and point out any mistakes! Also I know this is a short chapter but in the future they will be longer!

-BellxZ 3