I don't own Harry Potter or any of the original plot. I only own Kendra and Melissa. I have made my own twist of the original story, so let me know what you think. I apologize in advance if some people are out of character, I will try my best to keep everyone in character. This story will cover all the books/movies except for the cursed child. Leave a like and a review! Happy Reading!
Chapter One
I was startled awake by my cousin Melissa telling me it was time for breakfast. I lazily stretch, throwing the green blanket off of me and getting out of bed. I look at myself in the mirror, my black hair is a mess, sticking out random places. I quickly brush my hair and stare at myself. I have very pale skin, dark brown eyes, and straight black hair that I cut to make it land on my shoulders. You must be thinking why I'm not with my parents. Well, the answer is simple, I don't know them. I was placed on my cousin's doorstep when I was just a baby. Melissa calls me special. Since I was five I've been able to talk to snakes, move things, break things, without touching anything. Melissa tried explaining how to control it but there was only so much she could do. She couldn't help me, so she called one of her friends, a man named Dumbledore, who frequently visits my house and helps me control my emotions. I first met dumbledore five years ago. He was able to help me with what Melissa told me about him. I had my doubts, from how old he was, but after a few weeks, I started being able to control my weird abilities a little better. He told me I was too young to attend a school he ran, called Hogwarts of Witchcraft and Wizardry. He promised me one day he would invite me there so I could learn to completely control my magic. I didn't think others like me had powers, so I was pretty excited to meet kids like me. I had zero friends being homeschooled and hardly went outside in case I had an incident. But I also couldn't tell anyone of my abilities, except Melissa. I always thought I had something dark inside me. Non-magical kids would call me weird and make fun of me. A normal person would ignore them or fight them. I wanted to hit them and torture them and I couldn't always control my abilities so I stayed away from everyone and was homeschooled.
Today though is my ninth birthday. The day I knew I would get my letter. I got dressed in a green tank top with my black shorts and rushed down the stairs to see Melissa with a bunch of presents poorly hidden behind the living room couch and my favorite ham and cheese omelet waiting for me at the kitchen table. The house was small. The hallway with the front door had a den area, which was Melissa's work area. The garage was across from it. Further down the hall, you were met with the kitchen which had brown cabinets and an island with brown stools. The kitchen table was next to the island and the living room was next to it, making one big rectangle. Across from the table, was another hallway, which has the stairs at the end of the hallway, and a bathroom in front of it on the right side. The second floor was over the garage, which had 3 bedrooms and a bathroom. On the right side, the first door was the bathroom, the second door was my room. Across the hall from the bathroom was Melissa's room, and next to hers was the guest room, not that anyone used it. I mostly used it for painting and reading books.
I sit down and eat my Omelete as she sits next to me talking about our plans for today. I wanted to go to the zoo but it was closed. One of the snakes escaped from captivity the previous day by a young guest who was found inside the snake habitat.
"Do you think he'll come today?" I ask Melissa as I put more of the delicious breakfast in my mouth.
"I think he will," she says smiling, "he hasn't missed a birthday yet, and maybe," she leaned closer whispering, "maybe you'll even get the letter." she laughs and leans back in her chair.
"Do you think I'll make friends?" I look down afraid. I haven't been able to make friends here, but maybe this new school would be different.
Melissa sighs, "You know, I know you always had a hard time with your emotions. I may not be able to do magic, but I can tell you that you'll be able to do anything as long as your heart is in the right place. This new school is a fresh start for you, Kendra."
"But what if I accidentally do something bad again?"
"Then Dumbledore will be there to help you. They'll teach you what you need to know. I know you always thought you had something dark inside you, but I don't think that's true." She puts her hand under my chin to make me look at her, "You are not a bad person. No nine year old should have these troubles. As long as you have courage, compassion, and bravery, you can never be bad."
I get up from my seat and hug her tightly telling her I love her. She kisses my forehead as we hear the mail slip through the door. I instantly let her go and run to the door, I scoop up the mail and rush back to Melissa who was eagerly waiting to see if I had received my letter. I give her the pile as she sorts through it. The chairs start to shake and the lights begin to flicker, making Melissa stop and look at me, "Kendra, relax honey."
I apologize just as she found a big envelope with a red stamp on it. I jump in excitement as a light bulb breaks, and a knock comes from the door.
"I'm sorry, I'm so sorry!" I apologize feeling the tears start to swell up in my eyes. Melissa answers the door just as Dumbledore emerges from the archway looking at the mess on the floor.
"Kendra, I told you, you need to be careful." he scolds as he waves his wand and fixes the lightbulb.
"I know, I'm sorry, I'm really trying. I got my letter today." I say as I hand him the letter.
"Well, what are you waiting for?" he asks me, "Open it." he sits down at the table and watches me open the letter. I unfold it and see the Hogwarts Crest that Dumbledore showed me years ago.
Dear Miss Kendra Riddle,
We are pleased to inform you that you have been accepted at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Students will be required to report to the Chamber of Reception upon arrival. Please find an enclosed list of all necessary books and equipment. The term begins on September 1st. We await your owl no later than July 31st. To avoid detection by muggles, please use the entrance located at Kings Cross Station Downtown, London, on platform 9¾. We look forward to having you at our school.
Yours sincerely,
Minerva McGonagall
Minerva McGonagall Deputy Headmistress
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Headmaster: Albus Dumbledore
(Order of Merlin, First Class, Grand Sorc., Chf. Warlock, Supreme Mugwump, International Confed. of Wizards)
I look at Melissa who is already writing a response to allow me to go. Dumbledore smiled as he explains what I would need to pack. I only needed a week's worth of clothes, and some of my personal belongings if I want to bring any. I smile as he pats me on the head, and looks at my cousin handing her another sheet of paper of school supplies I would need. Dumbledore informs us, Melissa isn't allowed to come shopping with me, and that he will return August thirtieth to help me pick out my things. After all the school talk is over, Dumbledore sits back down at the table and hands me a present which makes me smile bigger. Melissa puts her four presents on the table as I open up the one Dumbledore gave me. I tear the last bit of paper, opening the box and notice it is a necklace with a green crystal on it. The chain is silver and is shaped like a snake, the mouth holding onto the crystal as the tale loops around the back of my neck and the snake's head. The clasp separates the snake's body which I find interesting. I smile and thank him, putting the necklace on.
Melissa hands me a small box, and I open it eagerly, two small silver and green earrings.
"It's to match your necklace." she tells me, "Also it's not a hard color to find since your favorite color is green." she giggles as she hands me another one. Since Melissa isn't able to help me shop for school, so she got me a brown satchel to help carry my books, a name tag, and a green blanket to help keep me warm at school.
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Dumbledore did more lessons with me on my birthday. After he left, Melissa and I watched the Disney movie 'The Sword in the Stone'. I started to pack for Hogwarts after my birthday. I didn't have much to bring, I pack a picture of Melissa and me, some spare clothes, and the birthday gifts that she got me for my new school. She told the few family members that she speaks too, I was going to a private school for advanced learning.
Today was the day. Dumbledore would be here soon to bring me to get my school supplies. I zipped my trunk and took one last look at my room before I walk out. Melissa helps bring my trunk downstairs as she gives me a quick snack before he comes. Banana bread and sweet tea are my go-to snack when I'm nervous.
"Remember I'm only a letter away. If you need me for anything, I'm sure Dumbledore will let you get in touch with me."
I nod as I swallow the last of my snack.
"Remember don't let other people pick on you. Do you have your supply list?"
"Yes, mom," I say giggling, hugging her. "I'm going to miss you too."
A knock comes at the door as Dumbledore walks in smiling, "Are you ready?" asking me as he lifts my trunk.
I nod and give Melissa one last hug before leaving with him. I hear Melissa and Dumbledore whispering incoherently reminding myself to ask Melissa in my next letter. He comes to my side and asks me one last time if I'm ready. As I nod, he tells me to hold on, and before I know it, we are outside a tavern with a brick wall that he knocks on, making the wall fold outward.
"Wow!" I say astonished.
He laughs as he spots something and walks over to a giant round man, and a little boy with glasses. "Hagrid!" he says happily, leading me over with him. "Kendra, this is my good friend Hagrid, he will be taking you shopping along with Harry here. I'll see you when you get to school."
"You're leaving me?" I ask. I've never been around this many people before. I feel my heart speed up and my stomach knot up as I grab Dumbledore's hand, pleading with him to stay.
"I believe you will be just fine. Remember all the lessons I taught you. I wouldn't leave you on your own if I didn't think you could handle it." he tells me, smiling and patting my head. The simple gesture is enough to calm my nerves. "Are you wearing your necklace?"
I smile, explaining I haven't taken it off since I received it. Along with my earrings.
"I didn't say this in front of Melissa, but that necklace is meant to help hone your abilities. You won't lose control as long as you keep your emotions in check. Do you understand?"
"So, the stone helps keep my powers under control?"
"Yes. It will help as you grow stronger. Now run along and get your supplies before you miss the train. Young Harry here will help as well." he tells me as he walks off. Hagrid smiles at me as does Harry as he announces they were on their way to Gringotts for money. I smile and walk behind Harry, hoping nothing goes wrong while we're here.