Dumbledore gently took hold of James' hand and began to turn on the spot, however James suddenly tugged on his arm. "May I collect some of my belongings please?" He inquired innocently. Dumbledore glanced down at him, and his heart was touched by the innocence in the boy's eyes. After a long pause he agreed, but on the condition that James was really quick. He cautiously followed James up the stared and waited until he had placed all his belongings which he desired to bring with him on the bed. After a small amount of wand work the items flew into a trunk and arranged themselves neatly.
They then apperated to the outside of Hogwarts, just in time to meet all the other students coming up in carriages. Singling for a fairly empty one to stop James clambered in shortly followed by Dumbledore. James was in awe of the way the carriages seemingly carried themselves along.
As they reached the castle James stared, openly. It was a most magnificent site, the towers straight and tall in the chilly night air. A low mist covered a giant lake, over which many boats were floating. The castle was entirely lit up in the most welcoming manner. This was James' new home…