CHAPTER 1

"HARRY POTTER!" screamed Aunt Petunia. "Get over here right now!" Harry opened his eyes ever so slowly. Then, the screaming resumed. He scrambled out of his bed and retrieved his robe from the back of his door. "What?" Harry asked. "EAT! Then, go work in the yard!" yelled Aunt Petunia. Another day in paradise, I thought. "What did you say?" asked Aunt Petunia. "Nothing." Harry replied. "That's the point." "Yes, Aunt Petunia." replied Harry annoyed.

The day before Harry had received a letter he had been waiting for.

Harry,

My dad is going to pick you up tomorrow at two o'clock in the evening. Hermoine will be here, too. So, be prepared. See you soon.

Best Wishes,

Ron Weasly

This letter was followed my Hedwig with Harry's Hogwarts list and a notice.

Students of Hogwarts School of Wizardry and Witchcraft,

Current headmaster of Hogwarts, Albus Dumbledore, will be taking a brief vacation during the first few weeks of school. As you may also know, we were sort of one teacher. That stop was filled by Professor Heffing. Don't forget to take a look at your book list.

Best Wishes,

Madam June of the Ministry of Magic

This was a surprise to Harry. But, for he couldn't use Hedwig he couldn't question Dumbledore. This irked Harry. He then followed Aunt Petunia's orders. After, he came back inside at once