A/N: Guess what!?! Exams are over and I'm back with the vengeance… :D Yup… Well, I've decided to update on this story first and then it's probably "Hogwarts: I Defy Thee!" next. Well, sorry for not updating for so long… I went to my friend Katie's cottage for 3 days and then I had exams before that so, I've been no where near my comp really… Well, this chapter is pretty long so grab a cushion for you tushion and let the chapter begin!!!
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Death Glares and Sorting
The group was once again on their way to the carriages when they were once again stopped; this time by a very stern looking woman with a pointed hat.
"Colombe?" she asked inquisitively.
"Yes?"
"I'm professor McGonagall, I was sent to come collect you and take you to see Professor Dumbledore for you sorting."
Colombe blanched. She had no idea what the professor meant by sorting but, it definitely didn't sound good. She soon cleared her throat of her fear and nodded her head in acceptance.
"Katie, Mr. Lupin, Dumbledore also wishes to see you in his office for a brief discussion."
The two nodded their understanding. The three were quick to follow McGonagall after promising to meet up with the others as soon as they could.
McGonagall led them to her carriage and they all got packed in. Colombe felt it give a jerk and begin to move slowly then increase in speed before literally lifting off the ground.
Remus looked at Colombe as she took in a sharp breath. He gave her an amused smile, causing her to relax a little before sweetly smiling back. However, the exchanging of smiles was cut short when Colombe noticed Katie's death glares being shot in her direction.
Colombe became very confused. "Why is she staring at me like that? All I was doing was smiling at Remus and from the way he was smiling back it doesn't seem like he minded."
McGonagall was so busy looking out the window she didn't even notice the glares Katie was giving to Colombe. Remus hadn't noticed either, he was to busy reading a book he had gotten out for the trip.
They hadn't been moving for even 10 minutes when the carriage came to a stop in front of Hogwarts.
"I hope," McGonagall started, "that you can stop your childish behavior for Professor Dumbledore, Katie."
Katie's eyes opened wide in shock. Apparently, like Colombe, she hadn't thought McGonagall was paying attention to her. Remus looked confused at Katie. As far as he was concerned, she hadn't done anything.
Giving a last glance at each of them, an annoyed Professor McGonagall got out of the carriage and waited for Colombe and company to exit the carriage as well. As they got out one by one, Remus, Katie and Colombe noticed none of the other carriages were there yet. This told Remus and Katie that it was still a while till the feast since the first years arrived after the carriages. For Colombe however, it meant that her only form of support was Remus. After all, it was highly unlikely that Katie would be any kind of support for her at all.
McGonagall led them into the school and through countless hallways. Colombe soon lost all her sense of direction. She could only follow close behind and hope she didn't get lost. She quickened her step and moved up to Remus' side. At least now if she got lost she'd have Remus with her who knew the school.
Colombe could feel Remus' warmth as their arms rubbed against each other while they walked. Remus could feel his ears burn up and Colombe watched in amusement as they changed color. Katie glared moodily at them from behind.
The little group of four stopped in front of a statue of a gargoyle. McGonagall whispered a password (chosen one) and the statue sprung to life, revealing a door to the group, which led to a staircase.
The group walked up the staircase and entered the waiting room.
"Colombe, you may enter his office. He's expecting you. Remus, Katie, wait here for your turns. I'm afraid I must get down to the Great Hall to finish the preparations for the sorting ceremony. Please excuse me." And with that she left and Remus and Katie sat down in the waiting room chairs. Remus seemed to be trying to ignore Katie while she continually tried to get his attention.
Colombe on the other hand, turned her attention to the door leading to Dumbledore's office with a look of determination on her face. "It is time." She thought taking a deep breath and entered.
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The chair had leather covered cushioning and it was cold again Colombe's back. Dumbledore himself had turned out to be quite unexpectedly nice.
"Now that the pleasantries are done with Ms. Adelaine, I would ask you to put this hat on and you will be sorted into your house." He said.
"That's the sorting? That's it?" thought Colombe incredulously. She slowly nodded and took the hat from Dumbledore, placing it on her head. The sounds of someone or something contemplating something rang in her ears.
The whole of Dumbledore's office was silent as the hat was at work. All of a sudden the hat shouted…
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A/N: Yeah, I know I'm mean for stopping here especially after I haven't posted a chapter in a long time but, I think you can probably guess at where she's going… Sorry not having posted in a while… Exams were killer and then I went to my friend's cottage… The good news is… IT'S SUMMER!!! And I can post more often… Till next time… Read, Review and just… chiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiillllll!!! ;)
