September 5th, 1991 - Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry

The rest of saturday had passed uneventfuly. Ryder was pretty distant towards most of his classmates in an attempt to try and understand what he had read. Part of him thought that the story was just a story and there was no way he could be the decendant of Wulfric. However, another part of him believed it was true.

Ryder left the common room earlier than usual this morning. He wanted to sit by the lake and attempt to understand some of this new found information. Ryder walked through the halls, made his way outside and found a nice stop near the lake, under a large tree. He sat down and began doing what he did best.

After twnty or so minutes, Ryder was brought from his thoughts by a usual voice.

"Wotcher, little cousin." said Tonks. "How come your out so early?"

Ryder looked at her and forced a small smile. "Just had to do a little thinking and the common rooms not really the best place for that."

Tonks chuckled and plopped down on the side of him. "Everything alright?"

Ryder nodded. "Everythings fine." Tonks nodded and stared out into the lake.

"Is my little cousin having girl problems already? Having to beat them all off with a stick on your first week?" She teased, sticking out her tounge.

Ryder chuckled. Even when he was in a down mood, Tonks was always there to make him feel better.

"Actually, this weeks been great, minus a few unclever Ron Weasley remarks. Me and Mione' have been doing well in all of our classes."

Tonks' face lit up with an evil smirk. "Mione'? You gave her a pet name already?"

Ryders face became crimson, causing Tonks to laugh. "Don't worry little cousin. I'm just taking the piss."

At that moment the two were brought from their conversation by a voice that Ryder was becoming very used to hearing.

"Ryder?" she asked as she walked closer to the two. "I was waiting for you to come down to the common room but you didn't. I got worried so I asked Harry where you had gone and he said you had left earlier this morning."

He scratched his head and smiled at Hermione. "Sorry Mione', I just wanted to do a little thinking this morning. Sorry if I worried you."

Tonks coughed and spoke up. "Well, I'm gonna head in for some breakfast. I'll see you guys later."

They both nodded and Tonks made her way back into the castle.

Hermione moved to sit in the spot Tonks had vacated and sat down next to Ryder.

"You've been thinking about what we read right?" Ryder nodded and she continued. "Maybe you could try talking to your uncle Sirius? He might know a little about this."

He nodded again. "I guess its worth a shot. Its just a lot to take in you know? Plus, theres no way to know if the story is real or not. That just makes it so much worse."

She nodded in agreement. "Well, you'll find out for sure on your sixteenth birthday."

"Thats so far away though." he groaned "I'm not a ver paitent person."

They both shared a laugh and sat there for a few minutes in silence.

After a bit Ryders stomach began growling and Hermione spoke up. "How about we go in for some food?" she stated, chucling.

"Sounds good."

The duo got up and made their way towards the castle and into the great hall.

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After their meal, the duo made their way to the common room and grabbed their things. They then headed to the library and began studying.

A while later the duo were joined at their usual table by a familer face.

"You guys mind if I join you?" he asked. "Its bloody impossible to study in the common room."

Ryder at Hermione and saw her shrug.

"Sure, Neville" Neville nodded his thanks and sat at the table.

"You guys working on the potions essay?" Ryder and Hermione shook their heads as Hermione replied.

"No, we've finished our essays already. How much have you done for far Neville?"

Neville looked down and replied. "I'm nearly finished. Only a couple of paragraphs left and i should be finished."
"If you want, I can check it over for you when you're done."

Neville nodded. "Thanks. That would be great."

The three fell into a silence as they continued working.

Twenty minutes later, Neville handed the essay over to Hermione and she started checking it over.

"So, Neville" Ryder started "Hows Hogwarts been for you so far?"

A frown crossed Nevilles face as he replied. "Well, classes have been fine. I'm doing fairly well in most of them."

"But?" said Ryder.

"But, I haven't made any friends yet. The guys in our dorm are okay, but they goof around to much."

Ryder noded. He agreed one-hundred percent with what Neville had said.

"Well, you can always hang out with Mione' and me. We both enjoy your company."

Hermione looked at Ryder and gave him a bright smile.

"We sure do Neville. We'd love to be friends with you."

This caused Neville to blush. "You guys mean it?"

They both nodded. "Of course we do." said Ryder.

The three of them kept chatting, losing track of time as the day began winding down.

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September 6th 1991 - Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry

Dear Sirius,

I miss you and Lily alot. How are things at home? The first week of classes for me have been amazing. I've learned so much in so little time. I've made a couple of friends already, Hermione and Neville, Frank and Alices son. You were right, worrying about finding friends was a silly thing to do.

Hermiones amazing. Shes smart, she listens, and we share alot of things in common too. Shes made this first week even better.

Doras been a huge help too. Who would of guessed right?

Shes shown me around the castle and shes been there to listen if I have any sort of problem.

I barely get the chance to talk to Draco and Daphne. i mean we're in the same school but it feels like they're a million miles away. Ironic right?

Harry made a new friend, Ron Weasley. Hes proven to be the gryffindor loud mouth in a very short amount of time. He spits off at the mouth before thinking about what he says. He keeps taking jabs at Hermione and its starting to really upset me. Its quite annoying, but I'm happy Harry has found a friend. We all need one.

Saturday, Hermione and I went to the library and researched Wulfric. I was quite interested in the short tale that Mr. Ollivander had told us at his shop.

Its given me quite a bit to think about, if the story is actually true that is.

What do you think? Do you know if either of my parents had any sort of connection to him?

Theres been so much change in so little time. I think I'll talk to Remus about it. Hes bound to know something.

Anyways, I look forward to your reply. Tell Lily I said hi and i miss her deeply.

Love, Ryder.

Ryder folded up the letter and headed towards the owlry to send the letter off.

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Later that day, Ryder along with Hermione made their way to professor Lupins class room.

Ryder knocked and awaited permission to enter.

Sure enough, a second later a voice called out. "Come in."

The duo made their way into the room. Remus smiled at them and gestured for them to take a seat.

"Ryder, Hermione what can I do for you?"

"Well, Professor Lupin," Ryder started but Remus waved him off.

"I've known you for years Ryder. You can call me Remus when we're not in class. You aswell Ms. Granger."

They nodded and Ryder continued.

"Well, Remus. I was wonder if you knew anything about Wulfric? You see Mr. Ollivander mentioned it when I got my wand."

Remus nodded and smiled. "Yes, Lily and Sirius mention your wand. Caught me off guard i must say. I've heard the story many times, but i never actually thought it was real."

Ryder looked up at him. "So, you think its real?"

Remus pondered this. "Well, part of me does. Alot of werewolves live by Wulfrics legend. They worship the ground he walked on and dedicate their lives to live by the ideals he set. Of course, their are ones who do the complete opposite." He said as a dark look began to take over his features.

Hermione spoke for the first time. "You mean the one who turned you?"

Remus nodded. "Fenrir Greyback was his named. Turned me when I was just a child. You see Wulfrics son and daughter had also inherited his gene when they were born. instead of living by the ideals his father did, Wulfrics son had thought of it as a curse. He took to turning anyone he met into a werewolf, trying to bring himself justice. Thats how Fenrir goes about it."

Ryder took all of this information in and sighed.

"Nothings ever simple is it?"

Remus chuckled. "Nope. But going back to your question. Theres no real way to know. Waiting to your sixteenth birthday is the only way im affraid."

"What do you think will happen on Ryders sixteenth?"

Remus sighed. "I have no idea."