The day after the kidnapping, Dumbledore had escorted Harry, Hannah and Mrs. Figg back to Privet Drive where he calmly explained to the Dursleys a lot of what had happened and also managed to convince them to keep Hannah there over the following summers.

Harry had to admit that Mrs. Dursley was very skilled with words. She knew exactly what to say to Mr. Dursley to make him except Hannah into the household. Of course she only agreed to it herself because of what Dumbledore had said to her in private and she seemed afraid to disagree.

Dumbledore had left by informing Harry that he and Hannah were to be picked up in three days time by Mr. Weasley who was to take them to Kings Cross Station. He had been in a bit of a hurry that morning because he had an appointment with Cornelius Fudge to inform him of the kidnapping and what had happened "exactly".

'.and I wouldn't want to miss that now would I.' He had said sarcastically, winking at Harry.

Although Hannah was still under a bit of shock (which is only natural) she still found it hard to contain her excitement about going to Hogwarts.

'Hogwarts. Everyone's heard about it. It's like the most famous school in the whole world and I'm going there!' She said enthusiastically while jumping around on the bed.

'It really isn't that big a deal.' Harry had replied through his laughter.

'Is it really what they say it's like?' She asked in a dream-like voice.

'What do they say it's like?' Harry asked back.

'Like a wondrous giant castle full of secret tunnels that lead to almost anywhere in the country and so many rooms that some haven't even been discovered yet. I've heard that in every passageway there is something enchanting and amazing and there are magical creatures there that can't be found anywhere else. And the tree, I was told that some can grow any food you want them to!' She said happily.

Harry laughed again. 'Well I don't know about that one. I think some of those rumours have been a bit exaggerated, sorry to disappoint you.'

Hannah shrugged. 'Oh well, still better than Celano.'

Harry leaned over to face Hannah, 'Do you have any friends at that school?'

Her face became more serious as she answered. 'I did for the first five years. Two very close friends and two others who just liked hanging around us. Nothing ever came between us until last year when a certain boy became more important than my friendship. So we ended up going our separate ways and now here I am.'

'What happened, did you all fancy the same person?' Harry asked curiously.

'I didn't like him, he was too stuck up but Sonita and Bianca did. His name is Francesco and he is very popular. He was captain of our Quidditch team and wanted to be a male model, all the girls loved him. Well I seemed to be the only one who didn't like a guy who spent the same amount of time in the bathroom each morning grooming himself as I did, and that could take a while. So anyway, he seemed to notice this and decided he liked me or something and kept trying to ask me out. My friends became really jealous and thought I was betraying them even though I didn't like him. It was really unfair. We ended up having a lot of arguments and eventually I realised that they weren't worth it and left them.' Hannah sighed deeply.

'And since then?' Harry asked.

'Well I was friendly with everyone but never part of a permanent group. I tended to spend most of my time studying.' She explained.

Harry smiled. 'You and Hermione are going to make good friends. I can see it now, both of you with piles of books in the common room while Ron and I play Wizards Chess.'

Hannah laughed, 'Well don't expect any help with homework if you bludge this year.'

'Hey, we haven't even started school yet and you're already quoting Hermione!' He replied.

They both talked and laughed loudly for some time until.

.'KEEP IT DOWN UP THERE!' Uncle Vernon's voice came from the room beneath them.

They both broke down into a fit of giggles and were holding their stomaches trying to breath properly.

'We'd better keep it down' Said Harry once he had become sober again. 'I think he is about ready to have a nervous breakdown and anything little will make it happen quicker.'

'I've never met such a horrible and impatient man. Not even my Aunt and Uncle are that bad.' She said while shaking her head and frowning. Harry shrugged. 'I'm used to it.'

2 DAYS LATER

'That Weasel man is bringing a normal car this time right?' Asked Vernon.

'His name is Mr. Weasley and yes he is.' Replied Harry.

'Because I don't fancy having my living room blown up again by a crackpot fool.' He growled.

Hannah came down the stairs with her trunk and broom. 'Ok, that's the last of it. I'm ready to go.'

Harry looked at his watch. 'He should be here in about ten minutes.'

Uncle Vernon snorted loudly. 'More like two hours if I'm lucky. Your sort love being late.'

Harry rolled his eyes at Hannah and they exchanged glances. Just then Dudley rushed passed them followed by Petunia, causing them to turn their heads.

'But Duddles darling, shouldn't you be packing for school tomorrow?' Petunia asked him sweetly.

'Not now, I'm going to Piers' house. ' Dudley said as he stomped out the door.

'Alright, I'll just get started on it then-' She said as the door slammed in her face.

Uncle Vernon looked at her and said. 'You should be firmer Petunia, for his own good. He can pack his own things this year.'

Before she could answer however, there was a knock on the door.

Petunia froze. ' it him?' She asked.

Harry sighed. 'Let me.' He opened the door to see Mr. Weasley smiling down at him with a white faced Dudley at his side.

'Good morning' He greeted everyone. Then he turned to Dudley, 'I'm sorry but I overheard the way you treated your mother and I don't approve.' He said. 'You are old enough to know that you should respect your elders.' He then turned to Mrs. Dursley. 'I hope you don't mind me saying but I think you need to discipline your son a little more if you want him-'

Vernon cut in, 'Dudley, to your room.'

Dudley hurried up stairs while holding his buttocks. Vernon turned angrily to Mr Weasley, 'and as for you, I do not appreciate strangers telling me and my wife how to bring up our own child!'

Mr. Weasley was taken aback. 'Well.I am sorry.'

'No you're not!' Said Vernon. 'Now get out of my house before you cause anymore trouble'

'Now wait a minute,' said Mr. Weasley. 'If you are referring to the last time I was here with my sons then I say you are being unreasonable. I only tried to help you that time and you forced me to get away!'

'Yes, after you put a curse on my son!' Roared Vernon.

'I did not, it was a simple accident-' Said Mr. Weasley.

As the argument progressed and voices increasingly rose, Petunia became very worried and looked quite frightened while Harry and Hannah watched with equally worried expressions.

Petunia rushed over to her husband. 'Vernon please stop.' She pleaded.

He looked into her scared eyes and then glanced at Mr. Weasley, a similar expression covering his wide face, as he seemed to remember who he was speaking to. 'Get out of here now.' He said in a smaller voice.

Harry and Hannah rushed out the door with their luggage. 'Come on Mr. Weasley or we'll be late for the train.'

Mr. Weasley seemed to come back to his senses, 'Oh yes, coming.' He left and followed Harry and Hannah out to his new Ministry car without another backwards glance.

KINGS CROSS STATION

'Ron, Hermione!' Harry ran over to his two best friends and gave them hugs.

'Harry, we were so worried, I'm really glad you and Hannah are all right.' Said Hermione.

'Good on you mate.' Ron slapped him on the back. 'You got passed You-Know- Who again. What's that, the sixth time now?'

Harry grinned. 'Yeah, I think so.' It was good to be back with his friends.

'Quick boys and girls, the train will be leaving any minute now.' Said Mr. Weasley. 'Ron, you go first.

Ron took a few steps back and then charged at the wall that stood between Platforms nine and ten. Hannah watched in amazement as he disappeared.

Hermione went next with Hannah, who was extremely excited about it.

Harry looked up at Mr. Weasley. 'Hang on, where is Ginny?'

'She is probably on the train already. Molly brought everyone here while I picked you up but of course Ron and Hermione had to wait here to see you. Now go on Harry, goodbye and have a great year at school.' He gave Harry a gentle push forward.

Once Harry was at Platform nine and three quarters, Mrs. Weasley rushed forward and hugged him tightly and expressed her joy that he and Hannah were now safe again.

'Ok you lot, you had better get on the train before you miss your ride.' She said.

'Goodbye' They all said to her as they made their way over to the train.

When they had finally scrambled onto the crowded train, they walked down the long aisle until they found a nearly empty compartment where Ginny had saved them some seats.

'Thanks Gin' Said Ron.

'No Problem' She said smiling as they all entered and took their seats.

They spent a little while discussing Harry and Hannah's frightening adventure and everyone listened as the two related their experiences.

'Harry, that was so brave of you to be ready to just give up your life like that.' Said Ginny in awe.

Harry blushed a little and said that he would do it again if it was to save his sister or friends.

*What is it about Ginny this year that is amazing ?* He thought.

Noticing their little exchange, Hermione cut in. 'So Ginny, is it true that you and Dean have split up?'

It was Ginny's turn to blush. 'Uh, yes we have.' She looked at Harry and both their eyes quickly darted to the ground.

Hannah and Hermione exchanged looks and smiled. Ron seemed completely oblivious to it all; he was too busy watching Hannah's pretty face in a dreamlike state to notice anything else.

Just then the compartment door slid open to reveal a smirking Malfoy and his two bodyguards, Crabbe and Goyle.

'Bugger off ferret boy.' Ron snarled.

'Shut up Weasel, I'm not here to speak to you.' Said Malfoy.

'Then get lost.' Said Hermione.

'Mudblood trying to defend her boyfriend?' Malfoy sniggered along with his companions.

'Just say what you came her to say Malfoy, your wasting our time.' Said Harry casually.

'Oh yes, the little time you have left Potter. Don't have much, the Dark Lord will have you soon enough. He is very angry and will use any means to rip up that ugly face of yours.' He spat.

Ron jumped up off his seat, his face an angry red. 'Watch your tongue Malfoy.'

Malfoy's expression turned very bitter. 'You stick around him and the world will finally be rid of you and your poor muggle loving family too.'

Ron was about to retaliate when.

'Ha, ha ha.' They all turned their heads in surprise to see Hannah in the back corner chuckling softly.

'So, you must be scar-head's sister. What are you doing, laughing at Weasel's retarded ness?' Malfoy said.

Ron went to strike him but was held back by Hermione and Ginny.

'Quite unlikely.' Said Hannah. 'Actually I was laughing at you. You see, in my opinion it is quite hysterical that you come here acting all tough with your body guards to protect you and start threatening Harry and telling him that the "Dark Lord" will get him. I mean, you seem like someone who has probably come and said the same thing ever five or six times Harry has escaped him but it hasn't happened yet has it? So stop wasting both our times and go find a better hobby.'

Everyone stared at her in surprise for some moments until-

'You think your pretty smart but you won't for long. The Dark Lord will get you too and when he does you'll be sorry.' And with that Malfoy and his companions left the compartment and slammed the door behind them.

Ron looked at Hannah with admiration. 'That was bloody brilliant.'

Hannah smiled. 'Oh, I know.'

They all broke out into laughter and joked about Malfoy and his idiot friends until the food trolley came by. They bought plenty of food and chocolate frogs to last them the whole trip to the Hogsmeade station.

It was now dark and everyone was yawning. Hannah looked out the window and saw the distant villages. 'Wow, it looks amazing.' She said.

'Wait till you see the castel, it's even better.' Said Harry.

'You know what, this year is going to be excellent. We will make it great together.' Said Hannah encouragingly.

'We will.' They all said together as the train came to a stop.