Chapter 1
An Unexpected Birthday Surprise
A soft breeze blew gently outside of number 4 Privet Drive. Harry Potter, a tall and skinny boy, was inside his small bedroom, his homework laid out in front of him. He was supposed to be writing his History of Magic essay (Which of the goblin rebellions was most remembered. Explain), but his mind was on other things that night. For one thing, it was his 15th birthday in about a half-hour. Another thing in which he could not get his mind off of was the conversation between Professor Dumbledore, Mr. Fudge, and himself at the end of the term last year. He remembered those last words like it was only a few hours ago: "If your determination to shut your eyes will carry you as far as this Cornelio, then we have reached a parting of ways." But, what did this mean?
Harry was interupted from his thoughts by a small fluffy something zooming headfirst into his head. "OWWWWW!!" Harry exclaimed, rubbing the back of his head. But when he saw what that object was, he smiled. It was Pig, his best friend Rons' owl. Another two owls soared into his room after Pig, looking at the tiny owl as if it was a spectacle. One owl was Harrys' own Hedwig. The other owl Harry didn't recognize, but he figured that it came from Hogwarts. After removing the letter and a package, the owl ruffled its feathers and took flight out the open window.
Harry reached for the package that Pig had brought him, and Pig immediately started flying like a mad owl around the room. He opened the letter.
Dear Harry,
Happy 15th birthday! It's amazing that we are going to be starting our 5th year at Hogwarts soon, eh? I'm doing pretty well, despite the fact that Percy is now the Head of his old department and spends dinner boring the pants off us.
Well anyway, you got to come stay with us for the rest of the summer. Mum, Dad, Fred, George, and me will pick you up on August 2nd, no matter what the Muggles say. Hope you like your present.
Your Friend,
Ron
Harry ripped open the present Pig had brought him. "Wow Ron. My own copy of Quidditch Through the Ages. You know me too well buddy." Harry said as he opened the package revealing a green hardcover book. Harry turned to the present Hedwig had brought him. It was from Hermione.
Dear Harry,
How are you? I am fine, but very busy with schoolwork of course. But I have to tell you something. As you know, I went to visit Viktor over the summer. Turns out that he already has replaced me with this Bulgarian girl who is majorly obsessed with him. It was really hard on me. I just thought that you ought to know that Harry, being my best friend and all.
I'm going to arrive at Rons house on August 4th. I do hope that I will see you there too. Hope you have a happy holiday.
With Love,
Hermione
Harry's smile faded as he read her letter over again. What did that scumbag Krum think he was doing
An Unexpected Birthday Surprise
A soft breeze blew gently outside of number 4 Privet Drive. Harry Potter, a tall and skinny boy, was inside his small bedroom, his homework laid out in front of him. He was supposed to be writing his History of Magic essay (Which of the goblin rebellions was most remembered. Explain), but his mind was on other things that night. For one thing, it was his 15th birthday in about a half-hour. Another thing in which he could not get his mind off of was the conversation between Professor Dumbledore, Mr. Fudge, and himself at the end of the term last year. He remembered those last words like it was only a few hours ago: "If your determination to shut your eyes will carry you as far as this Cornelio, then we have reached a parting of ways." But, what did this mean?
Harry was interupted from his thoughts by a small fluffy something zooming headfirst into his head. "OWWWWW!!" Harry exclaimed, rubbing the back of his head. But when he saw what that object was, he smiled. It was Pig, his best friend Rons' owl. Another two owls soared into his room after Pig, looking at the tiny owl as if it was a spectacle. One owl was Harrys' own Hedwig. The other owl Harry didn't recognize, but he figured that it came from Hogwarts. After removing the letter and a package, the owl ruffled its feathers and took flight out the open window.
Harry reached for the package that Pig had brought him, and Pig immediately started flying like a mad owl around the room. He opened the letter.
Dear Harry,
Happy 15th birthday! It's amazing that we are going to be starting our 5th year at Hogwarts soon, eh? I'm doing pretty well, despite the fact that Percy is now the Head of his old department and spends dinner boring the pants off us.
Well anyway, you got to come stay with us for the rest of the summer. Mum, Dad, Fred, George, and me will pick you up on August 2nd, no matter what the Muggles say. Hope you like your present.
Your Friend,
Ron
Harry ripped open the present Pig had brought him. "Wow Ron. My own copy of Quidditch Through the Ages. You know me too well buddy." Harry said as he opened the package revealing a green hardcover book. Harry turned to the present Hedwig had brought him. It was from Hermione.
Dear Harry,
How are you? I am fine, but very busy with schoolwork of course. But I have to tell you something. As you know, I went to visit Viktor over the summer. Turns out that he already has replaced me with this Bulgarian girl who is majorly obsessed with him. It was really hard on me. I just thought that you ought to know that Harry, being my best friend and all.
I'm going to arrive at Rons house on August 4th. I do hope that I will see you there too. Hope you have a happy holiday.
With Love,
Hermione
Harry's smile faded as he read her letter over again. What did that scumbag Krum think he was doing
