AN: That was faster than it was before. I apologize for the shortness and any mistakes, I just wanted to get this typed for you guys and update quickly so I can get onto the next chapter (my favorite, so far). But, for now, enjoy this!

Chapter 3

"First years!" A tall man yelled over the chatter of students, holding a portable lamp, "Over here!"

Alice, Albus, Rose and Will rushed over to him but, where as the Riddles stopped in the crowd, the other two continued on and attacked the man with a hug.

The man looked down with a look of surprise evident on his face. His expression quickly changed to a warm smile and he hugged the two back. The three talked for a couple of moments before Albus pointed at Will and Alice. The man's smile faltered a touch when he saw Albus and Rose's new friends.

"He knows." Alice whispered, her voice cracking. Albus and Rose were now jogging back to her and Will.

"Don't forget," The large man called after the cousins, "Tea on Friday." He then went back to calling out for first years.

"Okay, Hagrid!" Rose yelled back.

"He's a family friend." Albus explained, turning to the twins, who nodded.

A few moments later, the group began to move forward. With every step, Alice felt the knots in her stomach tighten until she felt like she would be sick. They arrived at a dock with a bunch of boats.

"Four per boat!" Hagrid yelled to them all.

Will found a boat for them all and they clambered in.

"Scared of what house you'll be in?" Albus asked Alice kindly, once they were all settled and coasting across the lake.

"I guess you could say that." She answered vaguely, not wanting to tell him what was really going on.

"My Dad said that the sorting hat takes your opinion into account." Albus said, hoping to make his new friend feel a bit better.

"Thanks." Alice said with a small smile. 'Maybe,' She thought, 'I could ask him not to put me in Slytherin.'

The boat ride passed quickly and quietly after Albus and Alice's conversation. But, Alice was still dreading the sorting. By the time they reached the castle, you could see Alice trembling.

AN: *gasp* cliffhanger! kind of... anywhoooo I hoped you liked it, and before I forget

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