Ch 2 the Arrival

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Disclaimer: (sorry I forgot to put one on the first chapter) I do not own Harry Potter.

Lily's POV

Malfoy, Goyle, and I were already in our Hogwarts robes because we were almost at the castle. I was giddy with excitement. I have wanted to attend Hogwarts since I was five. My longing to come to the school was increased four years ago when James went, and again two years ago when Albus Severus went.

"What house do you want to be in, Lily?" Malfoy said, interrupting my thoughts.

"Hmm… that's a tough question. All my family has been in Gryffindor, so I guess I'll be in Gryffindor also." I cleverly got around the question because I did not know the answer myself.

"I have to be in Slytherin or my father will disown me. All my family has been in Slytherin including my brother, Scorpius. I guess I want to be in Slytherin because I don't want to be disowned. How about you, Goyle?" Malfoy asked.

"Slytherin," Goyle said gruffly. He isn't much of a talker, is he?

Malfoy turned to me again, "You still haven't answered my question, Lily!" Thankfully, I was saved from answering the question with a mumbled 'I don't know'. My brother, Albus Severus and my cousin, Rose stood in the doorway.

"Lily and company I suggest you get into…" He broke off as he realized who 'company' was. "What are you doing with him?" He demanded and pointed at Malfoy.

"What's it to ya?" This was my witty reply.

"He is a Malfoy! The Potters and the Malfoys are, like sworn enemies! Draco and Father hated each other at school. The whole family is messed up. Scorpius is a snob. Draco, Lucius, and Narcissa were death eaters. How much more information do you need to convince you that they are a bad lot!" Albus Severus practically blew up at me. Then, Rose spoke up for the first time.

"Al, I think you're exaggerating a bit," she said quietly. Then, she turned to me, "Lily, how about you come with us?" Well, if there is one thing I don't stand for, it's judging people because of their relatives.

"Alright Mum, Dad… OOPS! You guys aren't my parents! I don't have to listen to you! It is not fair to judge Thomas because he is a Malfoy," I retorted. He stamped his foot to vent his anger, then turned on his heel and left. Rose quickly followed. I looked over at Thomas and he was deep down in his seat. His normally pale face was colored a rosy hue.

"Thanks for sticking up for me," he mumbled.

"No problem," I said.

Later

By now, it was dark out. The train pulled into a cute little town. Some of the stores were called Zonko's and Honeydukes. I realized Zonko's was a prank store. I'd have to visit there in my third-year (or sooner if I find a way).

Malfoy, Goyle, and I shuffled out of the train towards a monstrous man yelling, "FIRS' YEARS! Firs' year over here please!" He had a gruff voice. The speaker, who must have been at least seven feet, had the look of a mountain man. Then he walked over in our direction. As he was coming, Malfoy paled even more (if possible), Goyle trembled (so much for the gorilla-boy), but I tried to stay composed even though the man scared me out of my wits. The man spoke again, "Why if it isn't Lily Potter. My name is Rubeus Hagrid. I was friends with yer dad in his school days. (I calmed down a bit because I think I remember Dad talking about him) Can't wait ter see you in me classes. I teach Care of Magical Creatures."

"Cool!" I said, "See you soon sir!" We followed Hagrid to some boats and all the first-years were boarding them. Malfoy, Goyle, and I got one to ourselves. We rode in silence because it took all of our effort not to tumble into the lake! Finally, after 15 minutes, we reached land. An amazing castle, which was even better than I imagined, sat in front of us. An elderly woman, with her grey hair pulled tightly into a bun, led us into the building.

"Welcome first years," the lady stated, "I am professor McGonagall . I teach transfiguration and I am the headmistress of this school. When your name is called, place the hat on your head. Once you find out what house you're in, go sit at your house's table. Does everyone understand?"

We all nodded so she led us into the Great Hall, if you can even call it a hall. It was a huge room that appeared to open up into the heavens. Floating candles lit up the room, and four tables were filled with students ranging from the ages of 12 to 17. In the front of the room was the teacher's table. Directly next to that table was a stool with a ratty looking hat sitting upon it. Then, much to my amazement, one of the tears in the hat opened up to form a mouth! To make things even magical, it started singing!

"Oh! I may be old

But no matter what you're told,

There is no smarter hat than me!

Inside your head I see

In which house you belong.

How about in Hufflepuff

Where they are loyal and true?

Or how about in Ravenclaw

Where their ideas are always new?

How about in Gryffindor

Where they are brave at heart?

Or how about Slytherin

Where the sly and cunning ones get their start?"

The hat stopped singing as quickly as it had begun. Then, Professor McGonagall pulled out a scroll filled with the first year's names. I watched as the first person called—Sadie Ashton—put the hat on her head. After a second, it called out Gryffindor! The pattern continued for Collin Creevey II (Gryffindor), Maize Frazer (Hufflepuff), Gibby Goyle (Slytherin), Hunter Grey (Ravenclaw), Annie Johnson (Hufflepuff), the Longbottom twins Max (Gryffindor) and May (Ravenclaw), and finally Thomas Malfoy (Slytherin). Then the teacher called my name (Lily Potter) and I walked unsteadily up to the stool. I sat down, putting the hat on my head. Then it spoke in my mind!

It said, "Oh… Harry Potter's girl. You are a tough one to place. You definitely do not belong in Hufflepuff, but the other houses would serve you well. But, I think that Gryffindor or Slytherin would do you better than Ravenclaw. Unfortunately, I cannot decide which one."

I thought sharply, "Choose already! If you don't choose quickly, the first thing I hex will be a hat!"

"Okay then," it said nervously, "It better be…"

Author's note: What house will Lily be in? If you review, I'll post it faster. The faster I post it, the faster you know! PLEASE REVIEW!