Why Hello! Well, this is another story. And as most of you know, if this story ends up in the archives, it's no matter because I have a hard time trying to continue writing stories anyway. But, whatever. I've had this one written for a little while, maybe like a year. And I didn't really know what I was going to do with it, but this is one of the longest prologues I've ever written. It follows the storyline of Harry Potter, with just another character. And I guess it is a little different, but you know, that usually comes with an extra character. ^_^ So. Here we go. Enjoy!

Prologue

A quiet, windy night brought with it relief and peace. The world as we know it would be safe, for now anyway. A cat sat upon a street corner, waiting, watching. Then, an old wizard appeared, his long, white beard almost touching the ground. He looked distraught and impatient. He began walking quickly to the east. Suddenly, the cat meowed. The old wizard stopped and turned his head toward the sound, his eyes falling upon the grey-and-black striped cat.

"Hello, Professor McGonagall," the wizard said. Suddenly, the small cat transformed into a human being, a woman.

"Albus," The woman, McGonagall, nodded to him. "The rumors are true, then? The Dark Lord has been defeated?" Albus Dumbledore hesitated before answering.

"Most will say he has," Dumbledore spoke slowly.

"And the children?"

"Harry is with his aunt and uncle, safe. Katherine will be placed here, with the Weasleys," Dumbledore explained.

"Do you think it wise to leave her here? To separate them?" questioned McGonagall.

"I think it in their best interests to be raised separately,"

Then, a giant sitting astride a motorbike (a flying one), came barreling down the lane, a small child in tow. He came to a quick stop and stood up from the bike.

The lights in the Weasley house flickered on. A pair of eyes appeared to be peeking out the blinds in the window. Then, another pair joined the first.

"Hello again, Dumbledore, McGonagall," The giant nodded to each.

"Good evening, Hagrid," Dumbledore held his arms out to obtain the child from Hagrid.

"Started crying over Wales, but I calmed her down," Hagrid was obviously proud of himself for taking care of Katherine.

Minerva McGonagall peeked under the blanket to get a look at James and Lily Potter's youngest child.

"Oh, she looks just like her mother," commented Minerva. The child was only two months old, but the red hair atop her head was apparent. Her eyes were not visible behind her lids, but somehow, they all knew they were green.

Albus walked forward toward the Weasley home. The blinds the eyes were peeking out of suddenly jumped shut after they had seen Dumbledore heading for their home. Albus lightly rapped on the door and Arthur Weasley was the one who answered.

"Good evening, Arthur. I hope we are not disturbing your night," said Dumbledore.

"Of course not," replied Molly Weasley, appearing in the doorway. "Come in, come in." Her eyes landed on Katherine and she stepped aside to let Dumbledore and McGonagall walk in. Hagrid stood outside, his eyes welling with tears once more.

"It is not goodbye forever, Hagrid," mentioned Dumbledore, noticing Hagrid's state. The giant only nodded and reached for a handkerchief to snuffle into and wipe his tears.

Molly closed the door behind Dumbledore and followed them to the table.

"What is this about, Albus?" Arthur asked, sitting down.

"I assume you have heard. You-Know-Who has been defeated," Dumbledore chose to leave off the 'for now' he had said in his head.

"Of course, but what does that have to do with us?"

"I understand that you have many children now, Molly. I'm hoping one more will be no trouble. I do believe she was born on the same day as your daughter," Albus's eyes focused on Molly.

"What are you saying?" Molly's eyes widened.

"This is Katherine Potter," gasps came from both Arthur and Molly.

"Are you meaning us to take her in?" asked Arthur.

Albus said nothing, hoping his silence said it all.

"Of course we will take her," decided Molly. "After all, what is another child but another to love and raise?"

Dumbledore smiled at her. "The Potters would be appreciative of your kindness,"

"But, the boy?" asked Arthur.

"He shall remain at his relatives until he is of age. They will not meet until Katherine is ten. You must not introduce them," explained Dumbledore.

"Does she have a scar as well?" Molly asked, suddenly curious.

"She does not. She will be famous, but she shall be normal," Dumbledore broke off momentarily before continuing. "There is also a vault at Gringotts that Lily and James has left them; I should not expect you to extend yourselves," Albus smiled one last time at Katherine before handing her to Molly. "We shall make our departure now. I'm assuming you have a few children that are excited to meet their new family member,"

Upon the stairs of the Weasley house sat five small children, Bill, the oldest, then Charlie, next Percy, Fred, and finally George. All of the kids gasped and scurried up the stairs once their mother had caught sight of them. Molly sighed before following Arthur to the door to show Albus and Minerva out.

"You won't stay for a cup of tea?" offered Molly.

"Thank you, but we have some business to attend to before we will return to Hogwarts. I expect you have a busy day ahead of you tomorrow," Dumbledore smiled and walked out of the door, McGonagall following.

Arthur shut the door and turned to his wife. "Shall we put her to bed?" He asked.