This is set after the battle with the Ten Commandments. Seven Deadly Sins know that Meliodas is a demon and after a few weeks or so are cool with him. He also has control over his demon powers.
As a warning, this story cannot be perfect, for I have limited internet and cannot do research on names and abilities, so don't bitch. As for the whole "visit from another world" thing and plus no one can get a fictional characters personality spot on, it's fanfiction, anything is possible and no one is perfect, so once again please don't bitch.
After the battle against the Ten Commandments much has changed over the passing months. Meliodas, after his true identity had been revealed, had been isolated from majority for a few weeks, each member of the Seven Deadly Sins needing time to think to themselves. Eventually, much to the small blondes' surprise, said members all returned with apologetic smiles and open arms; accepting the Captain they know, putting his heritage behind them, much to Meliodas's delight.
The kingdom of Liones welcomed the Seven Deadly Sins back once more after the battle, the King having requested if by any chance they would become knights once again. However, they all declined, but promised to remain in touch if the Kingdom were in need of their help. Ban, to many surprise, decided to join Meliodas and Elizabeth on their journey as they tended to the Boar Hat; claiming that life would be boring if he was on his own again. That at least here, he could spar with Meliodas and drink as much alcohol as he wants. Diane, of course, decided to join them on their journey, she too claiming she has nothing better to do. This of course prompted King to join them as well, claiming that if Diane is going than so is he.
Meliodas asked Merlin and Gowther if they would like to join them, but both declined the offer.
"I have ties with the Knights of Camelot and their King. I cannot simply abandoned my position there." Explained Merlin. The Seven Deadly Sins plus Elizabeth are currently sitting inside the Boar Hat, Merlin having shrunken Diane to human size so that they can all enjoy some ale and food together before they go their separate ways once more.
"Hmmm, good point. What about you Gowther?" Askes Meliodas.
"I will go on my own." He answered simply as he took a small sip of his ale. Before either occupant could speak, a brilliant burst of flames appeared inside, followed by a loud, yet oddly melody—like screech. Many of the Sins didn't budge, Elizabeth having grabbed Hawk and hid behind the counter as Diane moved in front for further protection.
When they flames died down less than a few seconds later, revealing a beautifully coloured bird, an envelope held within its beak as said bird gracefully lands; perching itself upon one of the many tables.
"What the hell is that?" Spoke Ban nonchalantly as he stared curiously at the bird.
"It's a bird." States King from his position in the air as he stifles a yawn.
"I KNOW THAT!" Exclaims Ban.
"It looks to be a Phoenix." Informs Merlin. Meliodas, having noticed the envelope that the apparent Phoenix is holding, calmly moves closer, his hand reaching out to take hold of the envelope.
"Um, Lord Meliodas, maybe it's not a good idea to try and grab the envelope." Murmurs Elizabeth from behind the counter.
Meliodas ignored her, instead in favour of grabbing the envelope, curious as to what it contains. When his fingers clutched the envelope, the Phoenix, to much curiosity, released its hold of the envelope; allowing for Meliodas to read the front for the rest of his friends to hear.
"To the Seven Deadly Sins; The Kingdom of Liones; Boar Hat."
"…How odd." Murmured Merlin.
"Not creepy at all." Said Ban.
"Do you think this is a prank?" Inquired Diane.
"Only one way to find out." Said Meliodas, ripping opening the envelope and pulling out the parchment inside. Meliodas stared at the parchment for a few minutes, his expression blank as his eyes seem to be re-reading the parchment excessively as if looking for any clues.
"What is it, Cap'n?" Asked Ban.
"Some guy who runs a magic school wants our help protecting the school and students from some Dark Lord." Replied Meliodas nonchalantly, handing the paper over to Merlin and Gowther to examine.
"Huh?" Drawled Ban.
"I'm seriously thinking this is some joke." Says Diane.
"I agree with you," says Hawk. "I mean, I've never heard of any magic schools kicking around."
"For once I agree with the pig." Says King lazily.
"Well, this letter seems legit so far. I sense magic within the parchment and ink. Plus this Phoenix who delivered the letter is also magical. If this is a joke it's a very detailed and precise one." Responds Merlin.
"I agree." Says Gowther, "However, there is one last way to see if his is the real deal."
Meliodas nods his head. "Yeah, the letter says that if we agree to help that his Phoenix, Fawkes, will transport us to this Dumbledore guy so that we can discuss more of the matter in person."
"Huh? Are we seriously going to do this!?" Exclaims Diane.
"Well, I believe we should give it a try. After all, judging from the sounds of things, if this Dumbledore is telling the truth and we refuse, then a lot of innocent children will be harmed." Spoke up Elizabeth, her gaze downcast at the mere thought of hundreds of children dead because of them.
"There's no harm in going. If it's the real deal, then we can get more information on the matter, if it's a prank, than oh well. No harm really done either way." Says King.
"Wait a minute!" Calls Hawk, gaining everyone's attention. "What if it's a trap? What if it's a way to get us separated and away from Liones?"
"Master holds a good point." Agrees Ban lazily as he sloshes his ale lightly in his cup.
"Well if that's the case then how about someone comes with me then and everyone else remains here?" Suggests Meliodas.
"I'll go." Replies Merlin. "After all, I'm curious about this magic school." Meliodas nods, casually making his way over to the calm Phoenix before smiling broadly.
"Well, we're ready!" Much to everyone's surprise, the Phoenix bobbed its head as if nodding, before casting itself into the air before maintaining itself in the air; holding out both of its legs towards Meliodas and Merlin.
"You want us to grab your legs?" Inquired Meliodas, his head tilted slightly to the side. The Phoenix bobbed its head once more, confirming their suspicions that the creature is intelligent. Both, in unison, gently grab hold of the creature's legs, instantly begin engulfed in flames before disappearing from view from those within the Boar Hat.
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Teleporting through Phoenix magic is definitely an interesting experience. It wasn't like the instant sensation you experience when traveling by Fairy magic, where it's almost like walking through a door. No, this is similar to an almost dizzy sensation, flames obscuring their vision, said flames becoming nothing more than an odd yet gentle flicker against their skin. In an instant it's over, the flames disappearing suddenly, leaving the two somewhat disorientated for a few seconds before they took in their surroundings.
Unlike the Boar Hat or the Kingdom of Liones, this small room held a comforting warmth. The room dark with only a few flickering candles and soft glows from mysterious trinkets that sit upon shelves. Turning around, Meliodas's gaze flickers upon moving portraits or wizarding men, each whispering and pointing at himself and Merlin in a mixture of awe and fear.
"This is certainly odd." Murmured Merlin.
"Agreed."
"You must be two of the Seven Deadly Sins, am I correct?" Asked a soft yet powerful voice from behind them, prompting the two warriors to turn to the front where their gazes land upon a wizarding old man, much similar to those in the moving portraits behind them. He wore long purple robes with embodiment that cannot be properly seen in the dim lighting. Long white hair with an equally as long white beard, said beard being tied together by what seemed to be a piece of string loosely. The man, who Meliodas and Merlin can only guess can be Dumbledore, wore half-moon glasses and a pointed purple hat.
Despite the oddity the elderly man before them radiated, they could also sense the power that the man held, making the two of them slightly weary.
"You must be Albus Dumbledore." Spoke Meliodas causally.
The man, Dumbledore, nodded. "Indeed I am. Mind introducing yourselves before we get down to business."
"I am the Dragon's Sin of Wrath, Meliodas, and I'm the Captain of the Seven Deadly Sins. This is the Boar's Sin of Gluttony, Merlin." Introduced Meliodas.
"Pleasure to meet you."
"Now, how about you start talking? Before we agree to anything, we'd like to know anything and everything before we sign ourselves up." Spoke Merlin.
"Of course. Please, take a seat." Indicated Dumbledore to the two plush armchairs in front of his desk as he seats himself, soon followed by Meliodas and Merlin. Dumbledore than began to explain in full detail the situation, starting from the first Wizarding War, to Voldemort, to the prophecy, to Harry Potter's fame for defeating the Dark Lord, and then the current situation. Dumbledore also began to explain how he came to know of the Seven Deadly Sins; explaining how he came across a document from one of his deceased friends about his travels to another world, and how he encountered legendary Knights that are respected and feared for their powers known as the Seven Deadly Sins. How he became desperate due to the Ministry's growing ignorance on the matter and decided to try and contact their world for outside help.
"As you can see, I am weary and worried. I myself am a target of elimination as is Harry Potter and many Muggleborn or so called Blood Traitors; even if they are innocent children they will not hesitate to kill them. While many know Voldemort is weary of fighting me, I know that I cannot be there always to protect everyone, even as Headmaster. I know, without a doubt, that once Voldemort returns many will be recruited to his side, whether willingly or by force. When those times come, I know that Hogwarts won't be able to protect its residence. Please, will you help in protecting the students and Wizarding World?"
"What do you think, Captain?" Meliodas leaned back into the arm chair, a deep look of contemplation upon his features as he thought over the information given to him.
"If we were to agree, what will happen?" He inquired.
"Of course, for your help, I will pay each of you a large amount of money for your help. As for getting into the school without suspicion, this year, there is a Tournament being held at Hogwarts. The TriWizard Tournament, where two schools will be hosting at Hogwarts to participate. Students of a certain age will have the chance to put their name in, where one student from each school will be chosen to participate in the Tournament and to represent their school. If more of you Seven Deadly Sins decided to come, then we could say that you're exchange students staying at Hogwarts for a few years from the school of Liones to study our classes and forms of magic. How does that sound?"
"Sounds plausible." Says Merlin.
"I will warn you though, you can only reveal that what you show is a form of magic passed down through your family and therefore taught at your unique school. There are many children from Death Eater families who would report if too much information is given. However, I will have it so that you will mainly be doing theory work instead of practical. Judging by your unique form of magic I doubt you'll be able to perform this world's form of magic."
"Makes sense." Agrees Meliodas with a sigh. "Alright, we accept." Says Meliodas, startling Dumbledore from the switch of seriousness to the broad smile and childishness. "So, I'll go back and relay everything and see whose going. Merlin won't be able to go due to important duties elsewhere, and another one of our members is currently unknown. But once everything is decided what then?"
"Pack only a few things, for your uniforms and supplies will be sorted out once here. When ready, I'll give you a Port Key. This Port Key will be activated once these words are spoken, but beforehand everyone must be touching the Port Key." With that Dumbledore handed over a piece of paper with the key words written on it and an odd faintly glowing orb. "You will be transported to my office once again. I will warn you, however, that whilst traveling through Port Key, never let go until you've reached your destination. As for traveling back, I'll have Fawkes transport you two back."
"I see. I have one more thing that needs to be discussed. Us Sins, we have weapons known as Sacred Treasure. Seeing as this is a school, I gather we won't be able to carry our weapons."
Dumbledore nods. "Indeed that is correct. Will this be a problem?"
Meliodas smiles, "Nope! Just checking so that we can prepare. Merlin can probably think of a way for us to carry our weapons, right?"
"There's a way to seal our weapons through runes marked on our skin, allowing us to summon them anywhere at any time. Will this be alright?"
"Yes, but we'll have to set some boundaries as to when you're allowed to summon your weapons."
"Understood."
Meliodas stood up, followed quickly by Merlin as the two walk over to Fawkes, who is already in the air, legs out ready for transportation.
"See you soon." Says Meliodas with a smile as he and Merlin grab Fawkes, instantly being consumed by flames before Dumbledore could reply.
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"Lord Meliodas! Lady Merlin!" Exclaims Elizabeth at the sudden burst of flames, startling the occupants once again. The flames quickly disappeared, revealing Meliodas and Merlin, neither appearing to have engaged in any form of combat.
"Did it go well?" Inquired Elizabeth.
"Yep! Looks like we've got a new mission too!" Beamed Meliodas, glancing around the room briefly before speaking. "Hey, where's Ban?"
"The idiot got drunk again." Grumbled Diane, pointing her thumb to behind the counter, indicating to where Ban has fallen asleep. Meliodas casually strolls over to behind the counter, standing over Ban, and without a seconds notice punches Ban in the face. Instantly Ban awoke, glaring up at the smiling blonde for his rude awakening.
"WHAT THE HELL!?"
"Wakey wakey Ban! We have a mission." Ban grunts as he swats away Meliodas and slowly gets up, whipping the blood off of his face as he steadies himself. "Now that we're all up, time to get down to business."
For the next half hour, both Meliodas and Merlin begin to relay all the information they have gathered to the others, explain about their mission, the other world they'll be staying at, and the war looming over the horizon. By the end of the explanation, many seemed tense. While all, minus Hawk and Elizabeth, have committed a sin or two in their past, but neither have ever laid harm, or even killed an innocent, much less a child. So the mere thought of this power hungry Wizard willing to attack a school full of children just to kill one child who had a prophecy thrusted upon him makes the members of the Seven Deadly Sins sick to their stomachs.
"I'll be going, but the question is who else will be joining me?"
"I-I'll join you Lord Meliodas!" Spoke up Elizabeth, stepping forward. "I may not be part of the Seven Deadly Sins, but I can at least heal and restore stamina." Stammered Elizabeth with a small smile.
"Thanks, Elizabeth." Smiled Meliodas.
"Tch, we have to pose as students, what a pain. But it'll be something different than travelling on top of a giant pig all the time. What the hell, I'll go." Says Ban.
"I'll go too!" Exclaims Diane.
"M-me too!..." Says King.
"What about you Gowther?"
"I'll go. It'll be an interestingly new experience and I'll be able to analyse their form of magic."
"And don't forget me! The Captain of the Food Scraps Disposal!" Exclaims Hawk.
"Oi, would they even allow a talking pig into the school?" Asks Ban.
Meliodas shrugs nonchalantly, earning an exclamation of "HOW COULD YOU FORGET ME!?" from Hawk.
"As for our Sacred Treasure, we cannot carry them for obvious reasons. However, I will create runes in order for you to be able to seal and summon your Sacred Treasure at will." Explains Merlin. "Before you start packing, I will place the sealing runes onto your wrist and instruct you on how to seal your weapons." One by one, Merlin places the sealing runes on either the left or right wrist on each member, minus King, and patiently instructs them on how to willingly seal and summon their weapons at will. Once that was completed, the group separated to pack, Meliodas giving them one hour max to get everything they need and to meet back at the Boar Hat.
When one hours was up, everyone crowded back inside the Boar Hat, small bags of luggage by their sides for some as they wait for their instructions. Merlin, however, approaches Diane before they left.
"Here, wear this." Instructs Merlin to a still human sized Diane, handing her a small bracelet with a small jewel. "This bracelet will keep you in your human for as long as you wear it. However, in any case you need to switch back to your original size, simply channel a small percentage of your magic into the bracelet and vice versa when you want to return to human size." Instructs Merlin.
Diane beams, "Thank you Merlin!"
"It's no problem." Smiles Merlin.
"Are we all ready?" Asks Meliodas, receiving nods of agreement before turning to face Merlin. "You'll inform us if anything happens back home, won't you?"
"Of course, Captain."
"So, what are we supposed to do?" Interrupts Ban.
"Ah, that's rights! Everyone, grab hold of the orb and don't let go, no matter what." Instructs Meliodas, pulling out the piece of paper that Dumbledore gave him, staring at the writing in bemusement before speaking the key words.
"Lemon Drops?"
Suddenly, a sharp pull tugs at their naval, the world around them becoming nothing more than a sickly, disorientating mix of colours as everything stretches and bends around them in frightening odd angles. Soo enough, but to everyone's relief, the sickening transportation ceases, leaving everyone sprawled out onto the ground, groaning and dizzy as they try to regain their sense of direction.
"Ah! You have arrived!" Called Dumbledore in delight, chuckling when he notices the state in which the infamous Seven Deadly Sins are in. "My apologies, I should've warned you about the side effects traveling by Port Key has on first timers."
"Never…Again…"Groans Elizabeth, slowly rolling onto her side as she attempts to get up on shaky feet. A strong arm wraps around her waist, grabbing hold of her arm as well as they help steady her on her feet. Opening her eyes, she notices that her helper is Meliodas.
"Thank you, Lord Meliodas." Smiles Elizabeth gratefully.
"No problem." Smiles Meliodas while casually groping her breast.
"OI!"
"CAPTAIN!" Exclaims Hawk and Diane in unison. Dumbledore coughs loudly, a small blush on his cheeks as he gains majorities attention just as Meliodas pulls away and dodges one of Diane's punches.
"Oi, Diane. I don't think the old man would appreciate it if you and Cap'n destroy his school." Says Ban, effectively ceasing Diane's assault, though her face is still a vivid red.
"How about some introductions?" Beamed Meliodas, effectively changing the mood. "Everyone, this is Dumbledore, the Headmaster of Hogwarts. Dumbledore, this is Ban, the Fox's Sin of Greed. Gowther, the Goat's Sin of Lust. Diane, the Serpent's Sin of Envy. King, the Grizzily's Sin of Sloth. And this is Elizabeth."
"Oh? You're not one of the Seven Deadly Sins?" Inquired Dumbledore.
"Um, no. But I can heal and restore stamina so I decided to tag along and be of some help." Smiled Elizabeth nervously.
"I see. Well then, we have three weeks until the term starts, until then I believe it'd be wise if your group were to research about our world and school before going to Hogwarts."
Ban groaned.
Diane silenced Ban with a quick punch.
"I will be directing you to a local tavern where you will be staying until the start of term. Later, I will have one of the teachers direct you to Diagon Alley to collect your school supplies and to give you directions to the Hogwarts Express when time comes to go to school. Is this alright?"
"Yep!" Beamed the small blonde.
"Excellent. But before you go, I'd like to inform you on a couple more things. When you arrive at Hogwarts, you will be sorted into one of four houses. These four houses are Gryffindor, the house of the Lion who represents courage, bravery, chivalry and daring. Hufflepuff, the house of the Badger, represent hard work, patience, loyalty and dedication. Ravenclaw, the house of the Eagle, represent intelligence, knowledge and wit. And finally, Slytherin, the house of the serpent, represent ambition, resourcefulness and cunning. The Sorting Hat will decided who will be in which house depending on your personality and characteristics. Harry Potter is in Gryffindor. While I do not mind if not all of you are in Gryffindor, but if one of you are at least sorted into Gryffindor than everything will be fine."
"Hey, what about me!" Called Hawk, gaining Dumbledore's attention, who stared down at Hawk in surprise. "What about me? Where will I go?"
"Why, there's nothing against holding a pig as a pet." Smiled Dumbledore. "Although it may be quite a startle to have a talking pig on grounds."
"A PET!?"
"And what's the second thing you'd like to tell us?" Asked King, interrupting Hawk.
"Ah yes. Because of your…various age group, I'll have it so that your school teaches in groups, no matter the age."
"So we'll all be in the same year." Conclude Diane. Dumbledore nodded.
"I see. Well then, are you going to show us where we'll be staying?" Asks Meliodas as he smiles broadly.
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"Ugh why did I even agree to this?" Complains Ban as he slumps into one of the many compartments on the Hogwarts Express. "No alcohol, no fighting, no swearing, have to wear some lame-ass uniform that we can barely fight in, shit ton of research and studying."
"For once I actually agree with you," sighs Diane. "Not even as a Holy Knight did we do this much studying."
"Although the studying did give us a lot of insight on the matter of this world." Says Gowther as he sits down across from Ban and Diane.
"Eh, I suppose." Grumbles Diane.
"By the way, we're supposed to be looking for the Harry kid, right?" Says King, "What does he look like again?"
"Hmmmm, messy black hair, green eyes, wears round glasses, is in Gryffindor and in the same year as us." Supplies Meliodas, his index finger placed on his bottom lip as he listed the boys' characteristics. "Oh! And he has a lighting shape scar on his forehead!"
"Eh? How the hell does someone get a lighting shape scar?" Says Ban.
"Beats me."
"Wish this train would hurry up and move. How long is this ride supposed to take?"
"Um, until nightfall." Supplies Elizabeth.
"UNTIL NIGHTFALL? YOU TELLING ME WE'LL BE STUCK IN THIS CRAMPED COMPARTMENT UNTIL NIGHTFALL!?" Exclaims Ban.
Ban was quickly silenced by a swift kick to the face, though not strong enough to damage the compartment. "Yep!" Beams Melioda cheerfully.
Any further actions was ceased when their compartment door shot open, revealing a bushy haired girl, a red head, and a boy with black hair and glasses.
"Oh, this compartment is full too." Mutters the red head, staring oddly at the position Meliodas and Ban were in.
"Sorry to interrupt!" Apologises the bushy haired girl, smiling weakly before shutting the door a little too quickly.
"That was Harry wasn't it?" Says King, ignoring the very small scale fight going on as he stares at the door.
"I believe so, the boy has black hair and glasses." Answered Meliodas as he swats away one of Ban's hits.
"I think we scared them away." Spoke Elizabeth.
"No surprise there." Snorts Diane.
"If those two would stop fighting than we could've invited them in!" Shouts Hawk over the slowly growing chaos between Meliodas and Ban. "And stop it you two! You'll destroy the entire train if you keep this up!"
"The pig has a good point. There are a lot of children on this train." Pointed out King, effectively ceasing the slowly growing brawl between their Captain and Ban.
"Tch, I'm going to sleep. Wake me up when we finally get there." Says Ban, leaning against the window and shuts his eyes. King silently followed his lead, floating as far as he can go inside the suffocating compartment, laying on his pillow and falling asleep as well.
As the hours ticked by, eventually Diane and Hawk fell asleep as well, leaving only Elizabeth, Meliodas and Gowther awake. Gowther, sometime during the trip, had pulled out a book and began reading, leaving only Elizabeth and Meliodas.
"Lord Meliodas, when we get there, and are sorted into one of these houses…What then?" Asked Elizabeth quietly. Meliodas stared blankly at her for a few moments before turning his gaze of to the slowly darkening sky.
"To be honest I don't know. I guess we just act as students while also keeping an eye on Harry and any suspicious Death Eater children." He replied nonchalantly.
"But…we'll be in different Houses. How will be remain in contact?"
Meliodas stared, before breaking out into a large, mischievous grin. "Who ever said we have to remain with our house at all times?" Elizabeth sweat dropped, a nagging feeling at the back of her mind telling her she knows exactly what he means. Although, strangely enough, while Elizabeth has grown accustomed to Meliodas's wandering hands, she can't say the same for those of the general public. Now that she thinks about it, the kids at school are probably going to be scarred for life just by having five of the members of the Seven Deadly Sins inside their school.
"Oh, that reminds me." Spoke Meliodas. "You can't call us Lord or Lady while we're there anymore. Just call us by our first name."
"Wh- Bu-but…"
"No buts!" Interrupts Meliodas in a childishly stern way. "We're supposed to be students, remember? If you start calling us Lord and Lady than that'll cause suspicion. That'd be like us calling you Princess Elizabeth all the time."
Elizabeth looked down at her hand in her lap. "I suppose."
Eventually, after many long hours, the sky had darkened and the Hogwarts Express pulled to a halt, the sound of sliding doors opening and chatter filling the corridors indicates that it's time to leave. Elizabeth gently shakes Hawk, Diane and King from their naps, leaving Ban to Meliodas; who ruthlessly slaps him to wake him up.
"Hey, aren't we supposed to be wearing the school uniforms?" Inquires Diane as the group follow the first years onto the boats. At this, the group look around, noticing the strange looks they were receiving.
"Who cares?" Says Ban lazily.
"But isn't it mandatory that we wear the school uniforms?" Spoke up Elizabeth with worry.
"Probably." States Meliodas casually, not a single care given at the fact that his group may get in trouble for not wearing the school uniform.
"Lor-Meliodas!" Exclaims Elizabeth. "This is serious! Us not wearing uniforms is a bad first impression!"
"None of us really care." Pipes up Gowther, speaking out for the Seven Deadly Sins.
"Besides, I doubt lessons are gonna start tonight, so if we're not wearing their uniform it shouldn't be so bad." Says King, ignoring the looks of awe directed at him from the first years as he floats above his friend's boat.
Finally they made it to shore, as they stand right behind the first years as they are directed to the front of the Great Hall, a strict Witch by the name McGonagall began to speak to the first years, instructing them to line up in two lines while also instructing Meliodas's group to remain by the entrance of the Great Hall until they are called upon for the sorting.
"How dull." Whines Ban as he watches the first years get sorted.
"What were you expecting? A fight?" Remarks King.
"I'm glad it's nothing physical." Smiles Elizabeth with relief as McGonagall finishes calling the names of the first years. Dumbledore stood, effectively gaining everyone's attention. This was met with announcements, ranging from the introductions of new teachers and old, to the TriWizard Tournaments; which was met with mix reactions.
"As you may have noticed, we have some transfer students joining us from the magical school of Liones for Unique Magic. They have come here as a group to study Hogwart's magic and the lessons we have to offer here. They will each be sorted into a House, so please, treat them kindly."
"When I call your name please come up to the front so that you may be sorted." Instructed McGonagall, pulling down the scroll once more. "Ban!"
Ban causally struts forward, whispers turned chatter filling the Great Hall, many of which the members of the Seven Deadly Sins could hear.
"He looks too old to be a student."
"Did you see that scar?"
"He looks scary."
"What is he wearing? In fact, why aren't any of them wearing a uniform?"
Ban sat down casually, looking bored out of his mind as he props his elbow onto his knee and rests his head in his hands.
Silence stretched throughout the Hall as they awaited the Hats results of where to place the mysterious transfer.
"SLYTHERIN!" Shouts the Hat. The green and silver table clap as McGonagall takes off the hat and allows for Ban to causally make his way over to the table and take a seat.
"Diane!"
Unlike last time, not many whispers sounded throughout the Hall, but those that did whisper were along the same page; each one inquiring to their friends as to why there last names haven't been spoken.
"GRYFFINDOR!"
Cheers sounded from the red and golden table as Diane stood and gleefully makes her way to the table.
"Elizabeth Liones!"
"Liones? As in the school?"
"What's with her outfit?"
"Why is her hair silver? In fact, that Ban guy has white hair."
"Maybe her parents are in charge of the school?"
Elizabeth nervously makes her way to the front, sitting down quickly as she allows the Sorting Hat to be placed upon her head. She glances up, spotting Meliodas smiling at her and giving her the thumbs up, effectively lightening the mood as she smiles a thanks in return.
"HUFFLEPUFF!"
Elizabeth wasted no time making her way to her assigned House, though there was a flash of disappointment that she didn't make it into a House that one of her friends will be in. Because she knows, that without a doubt, Meliodas will be sorted into Gryffindor.
"Gowther!"
Again whispers sounded, making a certain Fox sin roll his eyes.
"Gossip sure seems like a big thing here." He muttered, unaware that a certain blonde is listening.
"Of course it does." He scoffs, "My name is Draco Malfoy. Pureblood."
"Ban." He greeted lazily, not taking his eyes off of Gowther as he was sorted into Ravenclaw.
"No last name?"
"Don't have one."
"Why?"
"Because where we come from last names aren't important."
"That Elizabeth girl has a last name."
"And?" Growls Ban, already getting irritated by the kid.
The boy, noticing his growing irritation, doesn't speak of the matter much more, instead focusing his attention back to the sorting just as the name "Harlequin" was called.
"How on earth is that kid floating?"
"It's his unique magic."
"Is it possible for someone else to learn it?"
"No. It's a family blood line thing. That's why we go to Liones, so that we can receive an education while also learning to use our families' abilities."
"And what's yours?"
Ban didn't answer right away, instead focusing his attention to the hat, who then shouted out Hufflepuff. Huh.
"I thought he would've gone to Gryffindor."
"Maybe you'll find out one day." Replied Ban as Meliodas's name was called. "Heh, this will be interesting." He muttered.
"Why's that?" Inquired Draco, seemingly not getting the hint that Ban doesn't want to talk to anyone. And while Ban hasn't got anything against kids, it's just this kid in general that's really grating on his nerves. Add on top the long and boring studying and train ride and Ban isn't exactly in good mood.
"Because I'm curious to see what his most dominant trait is." And it's true, for all the years he's know Meliodas, Ban has always wondered what is really going on in the midgets head, behind the aloofness and easy going attitude, Ban has always been curious as to what his most dominate trait is. Especially when you take into fact that he's known as the Dragon's Sin of Wrath. A wrath that Ban knows all too well.
"GRYFFINDOR!"
Once Meliodas has seated, Dumbledore stood once more, giving a few more details about the TriWizard Tournaments when the doors suddenly swung wide open, a battle-worn man hobbling in on a fake leg, his slowly balding blonde hair damp from the storm that now raged outside.
"Everyone, this is Alastair Moody, our new Defence Against the Dark Art Professor." Introduced Dumbledore warmly, only receiving a few hesitant claps from the students before Alastair seated. Once Dumbledore finished his greetings and announcements, he clapped his hands, seemingly summoning a whole array of hot foods before everyone.
Instantly the eyes of the members of the Seven Deadly Sins widened comically.
"This is better than Ban's cooking!" Exclaimed King, his eyes practically sparkling as he ate the food. Elizabeth in a similar state.
"What the hell did you just say!?" Shouted Ban, attracting the attention of all four houses and staff. "I worked hard to make good food! Especially seeing as Cap'n can't cook for shit!" gasps could be heard from students and teachers alike at the foul language. However, the transfers didn't seemed bothered, even though majority of the Great Hall's occupants seemed tense, believing that a fight will occur.
"Oi! My cooking isn't that bad!" Shouts Meliodas from the Gryffindor table as he pouted.
"That bad!? Your food MOVES!" Exclaims Ban.
"Does not!"
"Hmm, remember that time the two of you played a game, and who ever lost had to make the winner something to eat. You lost and had to serve Ban something that you cooked and I vividly remember it moving like it was alive." Piped in King as he stifles a yawn.
"I don't think Lor-Meliodas's cooking is that bad." Says Elizabeth.
"NOT THAT BAD!?" Exclaims Ban and King in unison, disbelief colouring their features as they stare at Elizabeth in shock. Even Diane looked shocked at the comment.
"Meliodas uses proper ingredients, although how it ends up the way it does is beyond me." Speaks Gowther.
"Not even Gowther knows how his cooking is so bad!" Exclaims Diane with a giggle. "And that's saying something!"
Students and teachers alike watch on in disbelief as the transfers from all four houses interacted with each other so casually, neither member seemingly aware of the rivalry between the four houses; especially between Gryffindor and Slytherin. Soon enough, the banter between the transfers ended when dinner disappeared and replaced by dessert. It's during this time did conversation strike up between students about the transfers.
"They're mad." Mutters Ron, his eyes keep glancing over to the short blonde.
"Ronald!" reprimed Hermione. "We barely know them. Besides, they seem quite friendly."
"You're crazy! They're all friendly with a Slytherin!"
"But they've known each other long before they were sorted into our Houses." Says Harry.
"Harry's right." Agrees Hermione, "We shouldn't just judge them yet because of the House they were sorted in."
"But don't you find it suspicious? These guys from a school we've never even heard of suddenly show up, and not with the other two school for the TriWizard Tournament, right after that Death Eater attack during the Quidditch World game." Hermione became silent, unable to reply straight away, which Ron used to his advantage. "See, even you're unsure! I bet you've never heard of this Liones School for Unique Magic."
"No, but-"
"Oi, hasn't anyone told you it's rude to talk about people behind their backs!" Came a light voice from the floor, startling the group. Ron, Harry and Hermione, along with a few other Gryffindors, glanced down at the floor, only to reveal a large talking pig.
"Did…did that pig just talk?" Stuttered Ron.
"Don't be silly. Pigs can't talk."
"How rude! I'll have you know that I can indeed talk!" Said Hawk, turning his snout up at them.
"Oh, Hawk, there you are. Want some dessert?" Offered Meliodas causally, smiling down at the pig.
The pig, now known as Hawk, turned around and trotted down to Meliodas, where he placed a plate onto the floor that held a large piece of chocolate cake.
"It's pretty good isn't it? Though nowhere near as good as my cooking." A snort could be heard from over at the Slytherin table.
"No way! Your cooking is disgusting! I'll take this anytime over your cooking." Replied Hawk as he continues to eat the piece of chocolate cake.
"Hmmm. Then again, I've always wondered what pork roast would taste like." Replied Meliodas casually, a sly grin on his lips. The change is abrupt as the flick of a switch. Instantly Hawk stood taller, practically vibrating positivity.
"Yes Lord Meliodas! Your cooking is the absolute best!"
Ron and Harry stifled a giggle when they glanced over to Hermione, who looked aghast and disgusted in the behaviour towards the pig, her face only turning more disgusted when laughter sounded from all four houses from the transfer students, which slowly turned into chuckles from some Gryffindors.
"Relax Hermione. They're just joking." Soothed Ron.
"Are they really, Ron?" shot back Hermione heatedly.
"Just relax. After all, weren't you the one who said we shouldn't judge?" Said Harry. Hermione's shoulders slumped, a look of defeat in her eyes briefly before they resolved.
"Fine. But if I see any indication that they're serious…"
"We get it, we get it." Replied Ron hastily.
Soon enough dessert disappeared from view from all four tables, Dumbledore bidding them a goodnight as the Prefects lead the first years up to their common rooms. However, just as the Golden Trio were about to leave, they were halted by one of the transfers.
"Hi! Do you mind if you show us our common room? I think we were supposed to follow the Prefects but I don't know where they are now." Says the short blonde, Meliodas, as a girl with chocolate brown hair and purple eyes walks up to stand on his left. Hermione, putting the pig incident behind her for now, smiles kindly at the two.
"Yeah, you just missed the Prefects. But it's no trouble at all showing you our common room. Especially with it being so easy to get lost within Hogwarts. I'm Hermione Granger by the way, the red head is Ron Weasley and the boy with the glasses is Harry Potter." Introduced Hermione, waiting with baited breath for the gasp of awe, the fanboying, the excitement, as the two stared intently at Harry before startling the group by smiling at them.
"Nice to meet you! I'm Meliodas and this is Diane. And let's not forget Hawk!" Introduced Meliodas, his smile never leaving his face.
Hermione, still somewhat startled, nodded her head and began leading the way to their common room, every so often pointing to a door they pass and indicating which Professor uses which classroom and where their offices are located. Once they reached the Fat Lady portrait, Hermione spoke the password and let them in, taking Diane up to her dorm while Harry and Ron are left with Meliodas and his pet pig Hawk.
"So, where will I be sleeping?" Asked Meliodas.
"I gather with us, seeing as there's a spare bed in our dorm." Said Ron. Meliodas bright eyes practically sparkled with something hidden, as if he knew something which they didn't. Which unsettled the pair of them as they lead Meliodas up to their shared dorm.
As Meliodas walks over to the empty bed, his luggage already placed neatly on top of his bed, Harry began to explain what will happen the following day.
"Tomorrow, breakfast starts at 7:30 and ends at 8:30. During breakfast, we'll be given our class schedules. Then after dinner we head back up to our common rooms and either study or head to bed. Our curfew is at 9, if you're caught sneaking out than you'll be given some form of punishment and have points deducted from our house."
"Hmm, I see." Mumbled Meliodas as he began to get changed into his pyjamas, startled by the gasp that emitted from Harry and Ron when he took off his shirt.
"Meliodas, what's that mark on your shoulder?" Whispered Harry, staring at the Dragon's mark that identifies him as a Sin. Meliodas stared blankly at the two, before he quickly throws on a shirt, completely ignoring the question as he asks another.
"Hey, you wouldn't happen to know where the other Houses common rooms are by any chance?" Asks Meliodas, completely dismissing their previous question.
"Why do you want to know?" Questions Ron slowly, his eyes slightly narrowed with suspicion.
"Because I'd like to know where my friends are staying." Replied Meliodas matter-of-factly.
"Oh." Stated Harry dumbly. "Well, each House have a different way of entry. For instance, Gryffindor and Slytherin use a password, while I think Ravenclaw use a riddle. Don't know about Hufflepuff. Anyway, Slytherin is located in the dungeons, Ravenclaw is in one of the towers while Hufflepuff is near the kitchen."
Meliodas beamed, "I see. Thank you! Welp, I'm off to bed. Night!" And just like that, the short blonde got into bed and pulled the curtains all the way across, effectively blocking view, leaving a somewhat perplexed Harry and Ron.