AN: I must say everyone that I'm quite shock (which is an understatement) that you guys like my fic. I expected that most (all) of you would flame me cause I was half-asleep at that time. Anyway, as a sign of thanks for the wonderful reviews, here's the next chapter. Enjoy! ^.^
Note: The next chapter on The Ancient Prophecy (also a HP/SM crossover) will be posted either on Friday or during the weekends.
Warning: I don't think I did a very good job at this chapter cause I'm really tried and not all of my creativity and imagination were used. So I expect some of you to hate this one surely.
Destiny
Chapter 1: Finding Serenity/ Diagon Alley
Disclaimer: I don't own either HP or SM. They belong to their respective owners.
'thoughts'
"talking"
~ settings ~
~ In a Deep, Dark Cave ~
A stern looking woman with black hair tied in a bun, which was slightly disarrayed, and a tall man with silver hair signifying his old age stand before a pillar, floating on top of it was a large crystal, which was reflecting several multi-colored lights around them.
The woman dusted off her emerald robes and cloak and, tidying up her hair in its usual bun, mutter "Remind me never to go to a faraway cave in the middle of nowhere with you ever again Albus," frowning.
Albus Dumbledore chuckled, his pale blue eyes behind half-moon spectacles twinkling "My dear Minerva. Surely, you wouldn't want to miss a change to see her before the others do now wouldn't you? Otherwise, I should have come alone,"
Minerva McGonagall glared at Dumbledore but didn't say anything.
"I thought so," chuckled Dumbledore. Turning serious, he looked up at the crystal with his arms raised and said, "Arise now, Princess Serenity of the White Moon Kingdom, daughter of Queen Selenity during the Silver Millennium. Arise now and begin your mission to protect this planet called Earth,"
As soon as he said this, the crystal began to glow silverish-white and a blinding flash filled the cave.
When the flash subsided, there before them floated a girl. She had long golden hair tied up in odangos flowing around her, covering most of her face. She was wearing a long white gown fit for a princess, her royal insignia (an upturned crescent moon symbol) glowed a faint gold.
The girl opened her eyes to reveal silver-blue ones as she stared at the two professors in front of her. Her face held an expression of surprise and a hint of fear.
"Welcome Princess Serenity, welcome to the 21st century," welcomed Dumbledore as he shook the surprised girl's hand. "I'm Professor Albus Dumbledore and this is my deputy headmistress, Professor Minerva McGonagall," he gestured towards Professor McGonagall who remained silent.
"Where am I?" asked Serenity as she glanced at her surroundings, confused.
"You're in the planet called Earth, in Britain specifically." replied Prof. McGonagall.
"So I really did come here," stated Serenity, particularly to no one.
Dumbledore heard this and with a smile, replied, "Of course. Now, do you know what you're going to do now your Highness?"
Serenity looked up at Dumbledore and said, "Hai, Yumori told me everything and please don't call me Serenity, call me Serene, Serene Moon,"
"All right Miss Moon," said Dumbledore, grinning.
Suddenly, the Silver Crystal began to glow bluish-white and out of it came a large silver-blue blur soaring to the cave's ceiling. It was a phoenix, a blue and white colored phoenix with tints of silver, signifying the three seasons, snow, wind, water and ice.
The phoenix stretched its blue-white wings wide and opened its silver-white beak, a haunting melody coming from its slender throat. It then descended from the ceiling and flew gracefully towards Serene, it perched itself at her shoulder.
Serene reached out and stroked the phoenix's beak.
"I presume that this is Yumori, your guardian?" asked Dumbledore, lifting one eyebrow.
"Hai," answered Serene. Then she added, "So, when will I attend Hogwarts?"
"Soon. We have to get your supplies first. Prof. McGonagall will accompany you to Diagon Alley while I myself will go back to Hogwarts and talk to the other teachers," said Dumbledore. And with a snap of his fingers, disappeared.
"Let's go then Serene," said Prof. McGonagall, her black eyes showing seriousness.
"Umm…" started Serene, feeling shy and awkward.
"Any problem?" asked Prof. McGongall.
Serene looked down and pointed at her princess gown.
"Oh I see," said Prof. McGongall, getting the idea. She took out her wand and with a wave, a blue light erupted from its tip towards Serene, surrounding her in blue.
When the blue light subsided, there stood Serene, wearing a silver tank top, a modest blue skirt and blue shoes. The Silver Crystal was turned into a silver pendent held by a gold chain.
"Is that much better?" asked Prof. McGongall, a hint of smile of her face.
"Yes, thank you very much," replied Serene, bowing her head.
With a snap, Prof. McGonagall, along with Serene and Yumori, disappeared.
~ Diagon Alley ~
The two appeared at town. It looks like any ordinary town except for the fact that the townspeople are wearing robes instead of Muggle clothes.
"Come along then. We have plenty to do," stated Prof. McGonagall, taking Serene's hand.
"First stop is Gringotts," said the professor as the two stopped in front of a large snowy white building. "No animals allowed," added Prof. McGonagall, looking at Yumori still perched in Serene's shoulder.
Serene turned to look at Yumori and asked, "Fly for a while Yumori, I'll call for you later,"
Yumori nodded his head and took off, flying towards the sky.
The two then entered Gringotts, inside Serene saw that they were in a vast marble hall. Several creatures, which Serene later found out were goblins, were sitting behind small counters in a row, working busily. Some, Serene saw, were examining precious gems like rubies and diamonds through magnifying glasses; some were weighing coins in brass scales, while others are scribbling on rolls of parchments with their quills.
Prof. McGonagall led the amazed girl towards a free counter.
"Good Morning," greeted Prof. McGongall to the goblin. "Were here to withdraw some money out of Miss Moon's safe,"
"Do you have the key?" asked the goblin, looking over them behind thick glasses.
"Yes," replied Prof. McGonagall, taking out a small gold key, she handed it to the goblin, "Here it is,"
"Hmm.. It seems to be in good condition, all right," said the goblin, handing back the key to Prof. McGonagall. "Eldwon will show you to your vault," and gestured another goblin towards him.
The other goblin approached them and bowed to Serene and Prof. McGonagall. "This way please," it said and walked towards a large vault-like door with the two female behind it.
Eldwon opened the vault-like door and gestured the two to get on the cart. The two got on and the Eldwon, carrying a lantern, sat on the driver seat.
Suddenly, the cart sprang to life and began moving.
After moving around for miles, the cart came to a halt.
"Vault 623," stated the goblin.
Serene looked to her right and saw a large vault. On top of it, written in faded gold was the word 'Vault 623'
The three got off and the goblin, still carrying the lantern with one hand, opened the vault with the small gold key that Prof. McGonagall gave it earlier.
The vault opened to reveal one side filled with huge piles of gold coins, silver coins, and bronze coins. On the other side are overfilled bags of rubies, diamonds, pearls, and other precious jewels.
"Take as many as you want Serene," stated Prof. McGonagall, "One Galleon, that's the gold coins, equals to seventeen Sickles, that's the silver ones, and one Sickle is equivalent to twenty-nine bronze Knuts. Understand?"
Serene nodded her head and began filling her small sack (which is actually the subspace dimensional pocket, the one where you can store unlimited things) with Galleons, Sickles, and Knuts.
They then went back to the cart (Eldwon locked the vault and gave back to Serene her key) and wheeled back to Gringotts.
"You go to the dress shop and get your school robes along with your dress robe. I'll be in the book shop getting your books," stated Prof. McGongall as the two went outside.
Serene nodded her head and the two separated, Prof. McGonagall to the book shop, Serene to the dress shop.
~ Dress Shop ~
Serene entered the shop and approached the witch behind the counter.
"Hello, I'm looking for some black school robes," stated Serene.
The witch behind the counter smiled and asked, "Are you a first year at Hogwarts dear?"
"No. But this is my first time coming here," replied Serene, trying to think of an excuse.
"Are you a transfer student then?" asked the witch.
Serene nodded her head.
"Well then, let's get you your school robes," said the witch and taking Serene's hand, led the girl across the room where another witch was waiting. Letting go of Serene's hand, the first witch then walked back to her counter.
The other witch took Serene's measurements, then went inside another room while Serene waited. After a while, the witch came back, a large parcel in her arms.
"Here, these are your school robes along with your cloak. They're exactly your size," said the witch and handed Serene the large parcel. "Do you need anything else?"
"Yes, a dress robe," answered Serene.
The witch nodded her head and led Serene to hangers full of dress robes in different sizes, styles, and colors.
After ramming through hanger after hanger and trying on the robes, Serene finally settled on a black dress robe decorated with silver stars. The dress fitted her just right and showed her curves.
Serene paid for her robes and thank them before she went outside where Prof. McGonagall, a bag stuffed with Serene's school books, parchments, quills, and other supplies besides her, was waiting.
"Where to next?" asked Serene as she approached Prof. McGonagall.
"Ollivander's Wand Shop," answered the professor.
The two walked until they reached a shop that looks ancient. Its stone walls have moss on them and when Serene looked up, she can make out the words 'Ollivander's Shop In Making Fine Wands Since 382 BC' (or something like that) in faded gold writing.
The two then went inside, the sound of a bell signifying their entrance.
Serene approached the counter and clink on the bell at the left side of the counter.
Suddenly, a man appeared behind the counter, startling the two females.
"Ah yes, I had the feeling that you'd be coming here," said the man, peering at Serene with silver, misty eyes.
Serene gulped and shifted uncomfortably.
Fortunately for her, the man- named Ollivander - walked towards a shelf full of one and took out a long box that looks old. The man blowed the dust away and set it on the counter, in front of Serene.
The box was blue with small gold crescent moon patterns in it. Serene opened the box and gasped.
The wand was beautiful, if not magnificent. It looked crystal-like (silver and shiny) and rainbow colors were reflecting on the wand as it captured the light coming form the chandelier in a zigzag manner.
"Why don't you give it a wave?" asked Ollivander as Serene took out the wand.
Serene did as she was told and waved the wand. Icy blue and silver sparks erupted from the wand's tip.
Prof. McGonagall and Ollivander clapped their hands in approve which made Serene blushed.
"Yes, yes. very unusual combination indeed" muttered Ollivander, rubbing his chin thoughtfully. "Made from stardust, an ice phoenix feather, unicorn tail, and dragon tears, 12 inches. We'll expect great things from you Serenity," he added, peering over Serene with his misty eyes.
"Its Serene," said Serene and gave Ollivander ten Galleons for the wand.
As soon as they were outside, Prof. McGonagall turned to face Serene and said, "Here's your train ticket to Hogwarts Express. Remember its on September 1st at Platform 9 ¾. You'll be staying at my home until then,"
Serene nodded her head and took the ticket. She then whistled for Yumori. The phoenix flew down out of nowhere and preached itself on Serene's shoulder.
~ Sakura ~ Now the real fun begins! ^.~ Next chapter, Serene finally meets our lovable trio on board where else? Hogwarts Express! Anyway please r+r Thanks! Flames are accepted.