Blood of Enemies, Blood of Friends
Chapter 3 - Where Do We Go From Here
At 6:00pm sharp, the entire group, along with the members of Angel Investigations, was gathered in the lobby of the Hyperion.
Buffy looked to Giles, "So where is this Dummy-door guy?"
Giles glared at her, "His name is Dumbledore, and I am sure he will be here any minute."
Before Buffy was able to answer, they all heard a loud pop, and two men appeared. One was an older gentleman, wearing royal blue robes and a pointed blue hat. He had a long gray beard and twinkling blue eyes. Buffy thought to herself that he looked like Merlin. The other looked to be about Giles' age. The man was balding, and the little hair that remained was a vibrant red. He was wearing plain gray robes.
Wesley immediately walked up to the old wizard and shook his hand. "Professor Dumbledore, it is so very good to see you again."
"Likewise, Wesley. I only regret that we could not have this reunion in happier times."
Giles walked up to the other man with a look of surprise on his face. "Arthur Weasley? I haven't seen you in years."
"Rupert Giles," replied Arthur Weasley as he took the other man's hand. "When I heard it was you that Dumbledore was coming to see, I insisted on joining him. Who would have ever expected you would become a respected member of the Watcher's Council and Watcher to an active Slayer?"
"Yes, well, I guess there came a time when I had to grow up. So, what have you been up to during the past thirty years?"
"Do you remember Molly McDermott?" Arthur Weasley asked.
"Of course," replied Giles. "I remember how much you fancied her, yet never could get up the nerve to speak to her. What ever became of Molly?"
Arthur smiled. "Believe it or not, she married me. We have seven children, six boys and one girl."
"Seven?" asked Giles.
"Yes, seven. Bill is a curse-breaker for Gringotts. Charlie works with dragons in Romania. Percy works for the Ministry. The twins, Fred and George, own a joke shop in Diagon Alley. Ron is entering his sixth year at Hogwarts, and Ginny is entering her fifth year. Hopefully you will get to meet some of them."
Professor Dumbledore interrupted the two men, as he addressed Giles. "Rupert, thank you so much for agreeing to meet with us this evening."
"Professor Dumbledore, it is a pleasure. I must admit that I am curious as to the purpose of your visit," Giles replied.
Dumbledore smiled, his eyes twinkling. "In due time, my dear boy. But first, I did promise you all dinner." With a flick of his wand, a sumptuous feast appeared before them on the table at the side of the room. "Please everyone, help yourselves. Once you are all settled, we shall discuss the purpose of this visit."
The group piled the food high on their plates and returned to where they had been sitting before. Many of the new Slayers, along with Dawn, Shannon, and Andrew, sat on the floor. The adults all took chairs.
As they began eating, Dumbledore laid out his plan for them. "I would like to invite all of you to Hogwarts for the coming term. We will establish a Slayer training program, integrating some of our current coursework in magic with new courses for physical and research training. The adults among you will be invited to become professors for some of our current courses and of course to teach the new Slayer training classes. I would also like to extend the Slayer training classes to some of our current sixth and seventh years students. This type of training could be valuable to our students with the coming war against Voldemort. Also, there is an obvious need for new Watchers. Some students may decide to pursue that career, when they graduate."
Wesley asked what was on everyone's minds. "Professor Dumbledore, this is a very generous offer, but I cannot help but feel that you want something in return."
Dumbledore responded, "You are not mistaken. We in the wizarding world are living in dark times. The dark wizard Voldemort has risen to power again. We need all the help we can get. Voldemort has targeted one of our sixth years, Mr. Harry Potter. Harry defeated Voldemort as a mere baby, and Voldemort has not forgotten this. They are forever linked. It is foretold that one must kill the other. However, I do not believe that Harry is yet ready to meet this destiny. In return for providing Slayer training at Hogwarts, we ask that the Slayers and their friends help protect Harry and two of his friends, Mr. Ronald Weasley and Miss Hermione Granger. In addition, we would like for the Slayers to take turns patrolling the castle and grounds each night, as a defensive measure against Voldemort and his followers. We fear that they will soon turn their attention to the school."
Andrew raised his hand. Everyone in the group with the exception of Dawn and Shannon shot him a dirty look. Dumbledore ignored the others and spoke to Andrew. "Yes, Mr. Wells, do you have a question?"
"I know I would like to help you defeat this Voldemort guy. And let me say that Voldemort sounds like a big bad, whereas the First just did not instill fear with its name." One of the new Slayers slapped Andrews arm to get him back on track. "Ow. Oh yeah, the thing is that, um, I am not a Slayer and, um, I don't know if I count as a friend, so, um, I was wondering. . ."
"Mr. Wells, you have proven yourself in the battle against the First Evil. We would like you join us at Hogwarts as well."
"Oh good, I was worried that I would have no place to go when everyone left."
Professor Dumbledore returned is attention to the group as a whole, "If you don't mind, Mr. Weasley and I will have something to eat now, and give you all a chance to discuss our offer."
As Dumbledore went over to the table to get his dinner, the Scoobies, new Slayers, and the Angel Investigations team began to discuss the offer.
Andrew was the first to speak. "I think we should go."
Buffy shot a nasty look at Andrew. "This school thing sounds like a good opportunity, but can the world be without a Slayer for at least this next year, if not longer?"
"The hellmouth has been closed. There are others in the world, but they have been unguarded for several years now. I don't think that another year would make a difference," Giles remarked.
"How long would this school thing last?" asked Faith. "Are we talking a year or more?"
"Professor Dumbledore, would the Slayer program be a permanent fixture at Hogwarts?" asked Wesley.
"I am prepared to offer the program for as long as it is needed," Dumbledore replied.
"So the big question is: What happens if some new big bad shows up and there is no Slayer?" Willow stated.
"But isn't this Voldemort guy the current big bad?" asked Dawn.
"Yes, in the wizarding world. But what about the non-wizarding world?" questioned Xander.
"Don't forget that the world still has Angel Investigations," Gunn reminded the group.
"But you are also invited to Hogwarts. Right, Professor Dumbledore?" asked Xander.
Dumbledore replied, "The invitation is extended to you all. However, we do understand if you are not all able to accept."
Angel spoke. "I think this is a great opportunity, but I do not think that all of the Angel Investigations team should go. We can help out, when needed, but there is still evil to be fought here. The world will need us to continue monitoring the non-wizarding world."
Giles sighed, "I agree, but we could use the help from you. Voldemort is very dangerous. If he takes over the wizarding world, it will only be a matter of time before he turns his sites on the muggle world."
"He killed many muggles during his first reign. He will undoubtedly do the same this time," Arthur Weasley informed them.
Buffy interjected, "Excuse me, but what is a muggle?"
Giles quickly explained that muggles were all people who do not possess magic.
"So I'm a muggle then," Buffy stated.
Dumbledore corrected her. "No, Miss Summers, you like all Slayers do possess magic. It is part of your power."
Faith could not fathom that she possessed magic. "Whoa, sorry to correct you, but I have no magic."
Dumbledore sighed, "All of you girls have magic. It is just that the modern Watcher's Council did not believe that it should be developed."
Buffy was livid. "Oh great, so again the Watchers screw us over. They don't even exist anymore, and yet they are still controlling us. When does it end? If we rebuild the Council, this kind of stuff needs to stop."
Giles was puzzled. "As part of my Watcher training, I never remember learning that Slayers had magic. Though I suppose it makes sense. Prophetic dreams are definitely a form of magic, and Slayer blood seems to be a key ingredient in several dark rituals."
Angel brought the conversation back on track. "As I was saying, I do not think it is possible for all of us to go. We are needed here."
Wesley stepped forward, "Angel, if you don't mind, I think that I should go with them. I was a Watcher and with the experience I have gained since that time, I would be the logical choice to go."
Giles smiled at the man and turned to Angel, "I do believe that Wesley would provide much help to us."
With Angel Investigations watching the muggle world, Buffy and Faith were quick to agree to Dumbledore's offer. Robin, Willow, and Xander also were on board. As Xander said, "It isn't like we have anywhere else to go." Buffy called for a vote among the new Slayers. They were all excited by the prospect of training without the looming threat of the First Evil. Andrew was just happy to be included. The vote was unanimous to go to Hogwarts.
Giles turned his attention back to Dumbledore, "It looks like we are accepting your offer."
"Wonderful." Dumbledore handed a letter to each of the people in the room who would be attending or teaching at Hogwarts. Each envelope was addressed to the recipient in green ink and bore the Hogwarts crest. "I will leave the long-term plans for the program to your discretion. I am sure that the decision will be one based on your plans to rebuild the Watcher's Council."
"What about all the Slayers who were called that aren't here?" asked Willow.
"The will be invited to Hogwarts in the same fashion that any new muggle-born student would be," replied Dumbledore. "Now, I believe that it is time for Mr. Weasley and I to depart. We will be in touch soon to finalizes plans for your arrival."
Arthur Weasley addressed Giles. "Rupert, when you get to London, we will have to find some time to catch up. I am sure Molly would love to see you."
At the conclusion of their farewells, the group heard another loud pop. Professor Dumbledore and Arthur Weasley were gone.
Everyone immediately opened his or her letter. Each of the new Slayers received the same. Shannon read it aloud.
Dear Miss Shannon Crawford,
You are cordially invited to attend the new Slayer program being offered at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The first year of the program will include the following courses:
Defense Against the Dark Arts
Research Skills
Slayer Fighting Techniques
History of the Slayer
History of Magic
Basic Charms
Basic Transfiguration
Basic Potions
Attached please find the required list of supplies for these courses.
The Hogwarts Express will depart from King's Cross Station, Platform 9 ¾ at 11:00am on Sunday, August 29th.
Sincerely,
Albus Dumbledore,
Headmaster
Shannon looked at the attached list of supplies. It included a wand, a cauldron, several books, scrolls, quills and ink, and wizard robes. Never would she have suspected that there would be a time in her life when she would be required to have a magic wand and wizard robes, other than for Halloween. "Where do you buy these things?" she asked.
"All of your school supplies can be purchased in Diagon Alley in London. We will venture there prior to the start of the school term," Giles informed the group.
Dawn read her letter next.
Dear Miss Dawn Summers,
You are cordially invited to attend the new Slayer program being offered at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Though you are not a Slayer, you have proven that you possess the research, fighting, and magical skills required to be a Watcher.
"The rest of the letter is the same as Shannon's," Dawn said. "I cannot believe that Professor Dumbledore thinks I would make a good Watcher someday."
Buffy replied, "It isn't all that surprising, Dawnie. You have really proven yourself with the research and the fighting this past year. I mean, come on, you figured out an ancient Sumerian text, if that isn't Watcher-like, I don't know what is. You always were worried that you didn't have a place in the fight of good against evil, but being a Watcher is the most important part there is. I would never have made it this far without Giles." As Buffy said this last statement, she turned to look at Giles, longing for the close relationship they once shared before she had told him that she didn't need him as a teacher anymore.
Dawn jumped up and hugged her sister. "This is going to be so cool. So what does your letter say?"
Buffy read,
Dear Miss Summers.
You are cordially invited to become a professor for the new Slayer program at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. You, Miss Faith Wilkins, and Mr. Robin Wood will teach Slayer Fighting Techniques.
In addition, you are welcome to attend the Basic Charms, Basic Transfiguration, and Basic Potions classes being offered to the Slayers.
Faith spoke up, "My letter says the same as Buffy's." Wood mentioned that his said the same as well, with the exception of taking classes himself.
The others read their letters. Giles was going to teach Defense Against the Dark Arts, not only to the Slayers, but also to all Hogwarts students. Willow was assigned to teach Research Skills and was also offered the opportunity to attend some of the basic magic courses with the Slayers, Buffy, and Faith. Wesley was assigned to teach History of the Slayer.
Xander's letter contained a slightly different offer than the rest. The old caretaker of Hogwarts castle had retired. (Apparently old Filch could not bring himself to go back to such a lenient atmosphere, after so thoroughly enjoying Umbridge's regime.) Xander would be taking his place. He was happy that all his construction experience would be useful in the wizarding world. He had been a bit worried that he wouldn't fit in since he didn't have any magic like the rest. Of course Andrew didn't really have any magic either. "Hey, Andrew, what are the offering you."
"Dumbledore says that he knows how much I enjoy documenting things, like when I filmed all of you." The group groaned, but Andrew didn't seem to notice, "So, I get to be part of all the Slayer classes and document everything that happens for future generations. I even get to stay with the students."
Dawn and Shannon were thrilled that Dumbledore had found a place for Andrew. They were getting used to having him around. Now not only would he be going to Hogwarts, but he would be in all of their classes with them.
Chapter 3 - Where Do We Go From Here
At 6:00pm sharp, the entire group, along with the members of Angel Investigations, was gathered in the lobby of the Hyperion.
Buffy looked to Giles, "So where is this Dummy-door guy?"
Giles glared at her, "His name is Dumbledore, and I am sure he will be here any minute."
Before Buffy was able to answer, they all heard a loud pop, and two men appeared. One was an older gentleman, wearing royal blue robes and a pointed blue hat. He had a long gray beard and twinkling blue eyes. Buffy thought to herself that he looked like Merlin. The other looked to be about Giles' age. The man was balding, and the little hair that remained was a vibrant red. He was wearing plain gray robes.
Wesley immediately walked up to the old wizard and shook his hand. "Professor Dumbledore, it is so very good to see you again."
"Likewise, Wesley. I only regret that we could not have this reunion in happier times."
Giles walked up to the other man with a look of surprise on his face. "Arthur Weasley? I haven't seen you in years."
"Rupert Giles," replied Arthur Weasley as he took the other man's hand. "When I heard it was you that Dumbledore was coming to see, I insisted on joining him. Who would have ever expected you would become a respected member of the Watcher's Council and Watcher to an active Slayer?"
"Yes, well, I guess there came a time when I had to grow up. So, what have you been up to during the past thirty years?"
"Do you remember Molly McDermott?" Arthur Weasley asked.
"Of course," replied Giles. "I remember how much you fancied her, yet never could get up the nerve to speak to her. What ever became of Molly?"
Arthur smiled. "Believe it or not, she married me. We have seven children, six boys and one girl."
"Seven?" asked Giles.
"Yes, seven. Bill is a curse-breaker for Gringotts. Charlie works with dragons in Romania. Percy works for the Ministry. The twins, Fred and George, own a joke shop in Diagon Alley. Ron is entering his sixth year at Hogwarts, and Ginny is entering her fifth year. Hopefully you will get to meet some of them."
Professor Dumbledore interrupted the two men, as he addressed Giles. "Rupert, thank you so much for agreeing to meet with us this evening."
"Professor Dumbledore, it is a pleasure. I must admit that I am curious as to the purpose of your visit," Giles replied.
Dumbledore smiled, his eyes twinkling. "In due time, my dear boy. But first, I did promise you all dinner." With a flick of his wand, a sumptuous feast appeared before them on the table at the side of the room. "Please everyone, help yourselves. Once you are all settled, we shall discuss the purpose of this visit."
The group piled the food high on their plates and returned to where they had been sitting before. Many of the new Slayers, along with Dawn, Shannon, and Andrew, sat on the floor. The adults all took chairs.
As they began eating, Dumbledore laid out his plan for them. "I would like to invite all of you to Hogwarts for the coming term. We will establish a Slayer training program, integrating some of our current coursework in magic with new courses for physical and research training. The adults among you will be invited to become professors for some of our current courses and of course to teach the new Slayer training classes. I would also like to extend the Slayer training classes to some of our current sixth and seventh years students. This type of training could be valuable to our students with the coming war against Voldemort. Also, there is an obvious need for new Watchers. Some students may decide to pursue that career, when they graduate."
Wesley asked what was on everyone's minds. "Professor Dumbledore, this is a very generous offer, but I cannot help but feel that you want something in return."
Dumbledore responded, "You are not mistaken. We in the wizarding world are living in dark times. The dark wizard Voldemort has risen to power again. We need all the help we can get. Voldemort has targeted one of our sixth years, Mr. Harry Potter. Harry defeated Voldemort as a mere baby, and Voldemort has not forgotten this. They are forever linked. It is foretold that one must kill the other. However, I do not believe that Harry is yet ready to meet this destiny. In return for providing Slayer training at Hogwarts, we ask that the Slayers and their friends help protect Harry and two of his friends, Mr. Ronald Weasley and Miss Hermione Granger. In addition, we would like for the Slayers to take turns patrolling the castle and grounds each night, as a defensive measure against Voldemort and his followers. We fear that they will soon turn their attention to the school."
Andrew raised his hand. Everyone in the group with the exception of Dawn and Shannon shot him a dirty look. Dumbledore ignored the others and spoke to Andrew. "Yes, Mr. Wells, do you have a question?"
"I know I would like to help you defeat this Voldemort guy. And let me say that Voldemort sounds like a big bad, whereas the First just did not instill fear with its name." One of the new Slayers slapped Andrews arm to get him back on track. "Ow. Oh yeah, the thing is that, um, I am not a Slayer and, um, I don't know if I count as a friend, so, um, I was wondering. . ."
"Mr. Wells, you have proven yourself in the battle against the First Evil. We would like you join us at Hogwarts as well."
"Oh good, I was worried that I would have no place to go when everyone left."
Professor Dumbledore returned is attention to the group as a whole, "If you don't mind, Mr. Weasley and I will have something to eat now, and give you all a chance to discuss our offer."
As Dumbledore went over to the table to get his dinner, the Scoobies, new Slayers, and the Angel Investigations team began to discuss the offer.
Andrew was the first to speak. "I think we should go."
Buffy shot a nasty look at Andrew. "This school thing sounds like a good opportunity, but can the world be without a Slayer for at least this next year, if not longer?"
"The hellmouth has been closed. There are others in the world, but they have been unguarded for several years now. I don't think that another year would make a difference," Giles remarked.
"How long would this school thing last?" asked Faith. "Are we talking a year or more?"
"Professor Dumbledore, would the Slayer program be a permanent fixture at Hogwarts?" asked Wesley.
"I am prepared to offer the program for as long as it is needed," Dumbledore replied.
"So the big question is: What happens if some new big bad shows up and there is no Slayer?" Willow stated.
"But isn't this Voldemort guy the current big bad?" asked Dawn.
"Yes, in the wizarding world. But what about the non-wizarding world?" questioned Xander.
"Don't forget that the world still has Angel Investigations," Gunn reminded the group.
"But you are also invited to Hogwarts. Right, Professor Dumbledore?" asked Xander.
Dumbledore replied, "The invitation is extended to you all. However, we do understand if you are not all able to accept."
Angel spoke. "I think this is a great opportunity, but I do not think that all of the Angel Investigations team should go. We can help out, when needed, but there is still evil to be fought here. The world will need us to continue monitoring the non-wizarding world."
Giles sighed, "I agree, but we could use the help from you. Voldemort is very dangerous. If he takes over the wizarding world, it will only be a matter of time before he turns his sites on the muggle world."
"He killed many muggles during his first reign. He will undoubtedly do the same this time," Arthur Weasley informed them.
Buffy interjected, "Excuse me, but what is a muggle?"
Giles quickly explained that muggles were all people who do not possess magic.
"So I'm a muggle then," Buffy stated.
Dumbledore corrected her. "No, Miss Summers, you like all Slayers do possess magic. It is part of your power."
Faith could not fathom that she possessed magic. "Whoa, sorry to correct you, but I have no magic."
Dumbledore sighed, "All of you girls have magic. It is just that the modern Watcher's Council did not believe that it should be developed."
Buffy was livid. "Oh great, so again the Watchers screw us over. They don't even exist anymore, and yet they are still controlling us. When does it end? If we rebuild the Council, this kind of stuff needs to stop."
Giles was puzzled. "As part of my Watcher training, I never remember learning that Slayers had magic. Though I suppose it makes sense. Prophetic dreams are definitely a form of magic, and Slayer blood seems to be a key ingredient in several dark rituals."
Angel brought the conversation back on track. "As I was saying, I do not think it is possible for all of us to go. We are needed here."
Wesley stepped forward, "Angel, if you don't mind, I think that I should go with them. I was a Watcher and with the experience I have gained since that time, I would be the logical choice to go."
Giles smiled at the man and turned to Angel, "I do believe that Wesley would provide much help to us."
With Angel Investigations watching the muggle world, Buffy and Faith were quick to agree to Dumbledore's offer. Robin, Willow, and Xander also were on board. As Xander said, "It isn't like we have anywhere else to go." Buffy called for a vote among the new Slayers. They were all excited by the prospect of training without the looming threat of the First Evil. Andrew was just happy to be included. The vote was unanimous to go to Hogwarts.
Giles turned his attention back to Dumbledore, "It looks like we are accepting your offer."
"Wonderful." Dumbledore handed a letter to each of the people in the room who would be attending or teaching at Hogwarts. Each envelope was addressed to the recipient in green ink and bore the Hogwarts crest. "I will leave the long-term plans for the program to your discretion. I am sure that the decision will be one based on your plans to rebuild the Watcher's Council."
"What about all the Slayers who were called that aren't here?" asked Willow.
"The will be invited to Hogwarts in the same fashion that any new muggle-born student would be," replied Dumbledore. "Now, I believe that it is time for Mr. Weasley and I to depart. We will be in touch soon to finalizes plans for your arrival."
Arthur Weasley addressed Giles. "Rupert, when you get to London, we will have to find some time to catch up. I am sure Molly would love to see you."
At the conclusion of their farewells, the group heard another loud pop. Professor Dumbledore and Arthur Weasley were gone.
Everyone immediately opened his or her letter. Each of the new Slayers received the same. Shannon read it aloud.
Dear Miss Shannon Crawford,
You are cordially invited to attend the new Slayer program being offered at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The first year of the program will include the following courses:
Defense Against the Dark Arts
Research Skills
Slayer Fighting Techniques
History of the Slayer
History of Magic
Basic Charms
Basic Transfiguration
Basic Potions
Attached please find the required list of supplies for these courses.
The Hogwarts Express will depart from King's Cross Station, Platform 9 ¾ at 11:00am on Sunday, August 29th.
Sincerely,
Albus Dumbledore,
Headmaster
Shannon looked at the attached list of supplies. It included a wand, a cauldron, several books, scrolls, quills and ink, and wizard robes. Never would she have suspected that there would be a time in her life when she would be required to have a magic wand and wizard robes, other than for Halloween. "Where do you buy these things?" she asked.
"All of your school supplies can be purchased in Diagon Alley in London. We will venture there prior to the start of the school term," Giles informed the group.
Dawn read her letter next.
Dear Miss Dawn Summers,
You are cordially invited to attend the new Slayer program being offered at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Though you are not a Slayer, you have proven that you possess the research, fighting, and magical skills required to be a Watcher.
"The rest of the letter is the same as Shannon's," Dawn said. "I cannot believe that Professor Dumbledore thinks I would make a good Watcher someday."
Buffy replied, "It isn't all that surprising, Dawnie. You have really proven yourself with the research and the fighting this past year. I mean, come on, you figured out an ancient Sumerian text, if that isn't Watcher-like, I don't know what is. You always were worried that you didn't have a place in the fight of good against evil, but being a Watcher is the most important part there is. I would never have made it this far without Giles." As Buffy said this last statement, she turned to look at Giles, longing for the close relationship they once shared before she had told him that she didn't need him as a teacher anymore.
Dawn jumped up and hugged her sister. "This is going to be so cool. So what does your letter say?"
Buffy read,
Dear Miss Summers.
You are cordially invited to become a professor for the new Slayer program at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. You, Miss Faith Wilkins, and Mr. Robin Wood will teach Slayer Fighting Techniques.
In addition, you are welcome to attend the Basic Charms, Basic Transfiguration, and Basic Potions classes being offered to the Slayers.
Faith spoke up, "My letter says the same as Buffy's." Wood mentioned that his said the same as well, with the exception of taking classes himself.
The others read their letters. Giles was going to teach Defense Against the Dark Arts, not only to the Slayers, but also to all Hogwarts students. Willow was assigned to teach Research Skills and was also offered the opportunity to attend some of the basic magic courses with the Slayers, Buffy, and Faith. Wesley was assigned to teach History of the Slayer.
Xander's letter contained a slightly different offer than the rest. The old caretaker of Hogwarts castle had retired. (Apparently old Filch could not bring himself to go back to such a lenient atmosphere, after so thoroughly enjoying Umbridge's regime.) Xander would be taking his place. He was happy that all his construction experience would be useful in the wizarding world. He had been a bit worried that he wouldn't fit in since he didn't have any magic like the rest. Of course Andrew didn't really have any magic either. "Hey, Andrew, what are the offering you."
"Dumbledore says that he knows how much I enjoy documenting things, like when I filmed all of you." The group groaned, but Andrew didn't seem to notice, "So, I get to be part of all the Slayer classes and document everything that happens for future generations. I even get to stay with the students."
Dawn and Shannon were thrilled that Dumbledore had found a place for Andrew. They were getting used to having him around. Now not only would he be going to Hogwarts, but he would be in all of their classes with them.