Prologue
After living with her mother in Beverly Hills for thirteen years Celeste was shocked to discover she would be whisked away to live with her brother at Hogwarts. While living in the states she had been privately taught magic so that she was as equal, or more advanced than her age class. Although Draco while not in school was to stay at the manor in England he visited every other day so the two remained close through the distance.
However Celeste never had much time alone with her father. Birthdays, formal balls, and holidays where a certain mask for the sake of society must be worn didn't seem enough to her. Being born into a world of wealth and dark secrets wasn't exactly an idyllic place to be raised. The men were stoic and handsome, the women being both clever and elegant, and finally the children who were taught that they were a cut above the rest and all actions done by them revealed that lesson. Never been given the chance to try and understand each other a gap formed between the two. This emotional distance was Narcissa's explanation for the sudden move.
Ch. 1 Welcome Home
After a tedious nine hour pegasus carriage ride, jet legged didn't even cover the feeling that spread through out Celeste's body. She ground her teeth lightly for most of the journey leaving her mouth aching when they landed at the manor. Her mother adorned in a black satin gown gracefully left the carriage. Before stretching her legs and rejoining her mother outside she glanced into her compact mirror, stroking her auburn curls. Once sure her make- up was flawless she too stepped out into the brisk London air.
Pausing on the step of the carriage she glanced about the grounds. A quarter mile oval of loose gravel about the width of a typical street, which would normally be entered at the gate was surrounded and filled by green well kept grass. The sky was cloudy and a thick fog covered the ground. Rain sprinkled lightly, artistically dampening everything from the firm stone blocks of the manor to the winged equines bodies. A gentle hand held hers, leading her off the step.
Blue eyes sparkled as they made contact with her emerald orbs. Although he was not smiling by his eyes alone Celeste knew her brother was glad to see her. Draco was dressed in his ever familiar uniform. New sets he acquired each year, yet the size differences didn't change the dull layout of clothing. While as Lucius standing in the open doorway with his wife exhibited fine fur robes, silver rings and the menacing cane in his hand as always. His expression was aloof his eyes pierced through her even when she begrudgingly smiled up at him.
Draco's right arm wrapped around her shoulders comfortingly, he sensed her unease. In an almost commanding tone he challenged him,"Father come greet Celeste. You have not spoken or seen your only daughter since last Christmas." His brows rose boldly, daring their father to acknowledge and welcome her. Lucius's mouth twitched briefly in annoyance. , "Unlike you my arrogant and stubborn son, I do not greet or create conversation with anyone outside like some filthy muggle. You never know who could be watching you; I hope one day you shall learn that Draco." Sneering he turned and stormed inside. Narcissa gave a sympathetic look to her children and followed after her angered spouse.
Celeste hesitantly glanced up at her brother. His elf like features were stiff the only physical sign of his emotional state. "He detests me….Doesn't he?" she murmured almost in audibly. Worry flickered across his eyes briefly. Turning his head sharply towards her and in a very stern tone," Celeste he treats everyone that way. Don't allow his crude personality make you doubt yourself." Her gaze drifted to the ground unsure. A
firm hand pushed her chin up forcing her to look at him. "You are my sister and let's get one thing straight here and now. I will never allow you to believe that anyone's selfish and negative actions are your fault." And with that they walked up the steps together. A slight smile spreading across her face. Once the pair reached the door he hugged his arm around her tighter, leaning over and whispered," Welcome Home."