Chapter 5: Diagon Alley
During Harry's stay at the Weasley's he was surprised to see Percy come for several visits. He was trying to become a member of the family once again. Mr. and Mrs. Weasley forgave him right away when he said sorry for the way he acted. He had a tougher time with his brothers and sister though. He eventually got all of them except for Ron to talk to him. Ron was mad at Percy because of a letter Percy wrote him last year, telling him to stop being friends with Harry. Many times Percy followed them around asking questions like, "Can I get anything for you?" and "Are you ever going to forgive me?" When Percy was not around Ron told Harry that he had already forgiven him, but was having to much fun with making Percy his servant to tell him that. Harry agreed and they decided to tell him they forgave him at Kings Cross just before they boarded the train.
On the last day of vacation, the Weasley's and Harry made their way to Diagon Alley to buy their school supplies. They met Hermione there. The three of them left the group to go shopping alone. While they shopped they told Hermione about Katelyn. She agreed that it sounded very weird.
"Hey, there's Hagrid," Hermione said, "Hagrid! Over here!"
"Hiya, Hermione, Harry, Ron," he said, "Lookin' forward to school?"
"Oh, yes," said Hermione, "I am ready to go back. Hey, how is Gwarp doing?"
"Oh jus fine, he's learnin' English great," said Hagrid, "Well, I better be off. Got lots a stuff to get fer lessons."
After their talk with Hagrid they went into Fred and George's new store. It was very interesting to look around. One corner was dedicated to Quidditch things. The rest of the store had things to use in practical jokes.
"Oh, Harry, so nice of you to come see us," said Fred.
"I wouldn't miss this," said Harry.
"Well, we have decided to give your little group a present," said George, "Each person who helped get rid of Umbridge and fight the Death Eaters gets a free box of stuff." He handed them each a cardboard box. "Let's see," he said, "That would be you three, Ginny, and Lovegood. Right?"
"Don't forget Longbottom," said Hermione.
"Oh yes," said George.
"Well, Thank you," said Ron taking the box.
"Yes thanks," said Harry.
"Thank you," said Hermione.
"Your welcome," said George.
"Don't use it all on the first day," said Fred, "Make sure you spread it out."
"Don't worry," said Harry, "We won't waste it."
"Oh, so you will only use it on Slytherins," said George.
"Exactly," said Harry and Ron.
While they were looking around, they spotted their old Defense Against the Dark Arts teach, Professor Lupin.
"Hi, Professor," said Hermione, "What are you doing here?"
"Just inspecting," said Lupin.
"So, does this store live up to a Marauder's inspection?" Harry asked.
"Oh, yes," laughed Lupin, "they have some very creative items in here. It brings back such memories."
Harry smiled, "I guess it would."
"I wish Sirius and James could see this," said Lupin.
"Well, we better get going," said Hermione, "They are giving us a box of free stuff, for getting rid of Umbridge last year."
"Have fun," said Lupin, then he left the store.
"I wish Sirius could see this store too," said Harry, "I am sure he would be pleased with it."
"Yes," Ron agreed.
They filled their boxes. Then they went to meet the rest of the group and get some ice cream. They told Ginny about the box that was waiting for her. She went and filled it right away, while the others waited for her. They also found Neville, and Luna and told them. They were pleased.
After Ginny returned with her box of jokes, they went back to the Burrow by floo powder. They organized their stuff for school tomorrow. They had dinner and went to bed. Thank you for reviewing. I am so glad you like my story so far. Please keep reviewing.