A/N:Review please.

On Sunday morning , after a subdued breakfast , they started their packing. Not much though, after all they knew they would be found but still wanted to take a chance .

None of them knew their destination except Vernon. They drove on and on. Even Aunt Petunia didn't dare ask where they were going. Every now and then Uncle Vernon would take a sharp turn and drive in the opposite direction for a while.

Harry wondered if such precautions were necessary or his uncle was being paranoid. He refused to believe when Dudley whispered to him that Vernon had definitely gone mad .

Finally they stopped at gloomy looking hotel on the outskirts of a big city.

Railview Hotel , Cokeworth.

Dudley and Harry shared a room with Twin beds and damp, musty sheets. Dudley snored but Harry stayed awake, sitting on the windowsill, staring down at the lights of passing cars and wondering about his parents , Hogwarts ...etc.

Next morning at breakfast they had stale cornflakes . Dudley, not used to substandard food , threw a tantrum at which he received one of Petunia's nastly glares. As they were returning to their rooms the manager called to them.

"Excuse me sir but is one of you Mr. H . Potter ?"

"Why?" Asked Vernon suspiciously

"Well you see sir we got this letter yesterday " said the manager as he handed them a letter. It was another letter from Hogwarts.

"I l take this . I am Harry Potter."said Harry and he put it in his pocket.

Reaching the room Petunia said " It's no use. I have a feeling they l come soon. Maybe even tomorrow. I was so hoping to be back by your birthday Harry .You wanted to go to the museum. "

"It's alright Aunt Petunia. We can celebrate later."Harry consoled her.

That night no one slept. Harry and Petunia were worried about who might come , Vernon was worried about the safety of his family , he didn't trust those ...people .

Next morning after breakfast they were again called by the manager."Sir you have a visitor. Please proceed to the lounge"

They looked at each other and stilled their minds. Petunia gave Harry's shoulder a squeeze and a small reassuring smile. Harry looked at her with apprehension in his eyes. Petunia was again reminded of Lily and how she used to get nervous before exams .

They walked in to lounge."Good morning, now which one of you is Mr. Harry James Potter?"

A tall, black-haired witch in emerald-green robes stood there. She had a very stern face .

"I am " replied Harry.

The Dursley sat down and looked at her warily.

"Now are you aware that you are a wizard?"

"Yes ma'am "

"How much do you know about the wizarding world?"

"Only that my parents were wizards "

"Your father was a wizard while your mother was a witch"

"Oh um yeah sorry "said Harry sheepishly.

The lady's expression softened."I am Minerva Mcgonagal , Deputy Headmistress of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft And Wizardry. And as you are one of our muggle raised student it is my duty to escort you to acquire the necessary school supplies. Here is a list of what you shall need."

(A/N: I'm not giving the list here because everyone knows it and it l be a waste of space)

"Can all these be bought in London? "Asked Harry .

"Ofcourse ,one can purchase all this in Diagon Alley .Now unless you have a problem I would prefer to escort you today itself ."

Harry looked at Petunia. Petunia and Vernon exchanged looks and asked how long it might take them .Minerva assured them that it wouldn't be longer than a few hours .They agreed and Harry went to get dressed properly for his first journey into the wizarding world.

He chose a simple jeans and shirt .He tried to comb his hair but it was a lost cause. No matter what - it never sat down .It almost looked like a bird's nest.

"Ready Mr. Potter?"

"Yes ma'am "

Miverva held out her forearm and said " Hold my hand tightly .And maybe you should close your eyes this could be tad uncomfortable at first few times."

Harry squeezed his eyes shut.

CRACK!

"Welcome to Diagon Alley Mr. Potter "

A/N:Review please. Without them there isn't much motivation you know!