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DO YOU BELIEVE IN MAGIC?
Chapter 3
To My Second Home
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Over the next few days, Harry didn't have a chance to read his letter. From the time he woke up to the moment he dropped into bed exhausted, he was either strategizing to rescue Lupin or he was working out.
The night before they were to leave for Hogwarts, Harry finally had the time and quite honestly the courage to open the letter from his mother. He went into his room and made sure he had locked the door. Sure he would tell Ron, Hermione and Althea about his discovery; but he wanted to be alone when he first read it. He wasn't sure what he was going to find and wanted to be sure his emotions were in check when he revealed this to his friends. Slowly he took the letter out of the envelope. As soon as he saw his mother's handwriting he could feel the tears pricking at his eyes. He took a deep breath and began to read.
My dearest Harry,
If you are reading this letter, then that must mean that your father and I are no longer with you. Oh my poor boy. I am watching your peaceful face now as I write this. I don't want to think of what the circumstances were that placed you in Sirius' care. I hope that you have come to love him as we have. I am told that soon we will be going under the Fidelus Charm. This is to keep us hidden from our enemies. We will be safe here. Our secret keeper is none other than one of your honorary uncles, Peter Pettigrew, or as he is affectionately called, Wormtail. He is one of your father's best friends. They call themselves the marauders. What a silly name.
Harry laughed bitterly at this. 'Some friend, mom. He betrayed you the first chance he got.'
Your other honorary uncle is Remus Lupin. He is a great man. There are secrets that he keeps; but once you have gained his trust, he will tell you all. I hope you are able to get to know them all. Both sets of your grandparents have passed away. They were extremely rare people. Both loving and accepting. You also have an aunt. My sister, her name is Petunia. I am not sure if you will know her or not. We had quite a row several years ago, and haven't spoken since. I have let her know of your birth; but have received no reply.
I just want to tell you that your father and I love you very much, and will do anything to protect you. Please treat Sirius well and have the happy loving life you deserve.
Love,
Mom
Harry hadn't realized that he was crying. He furiously wiped at his eyes and put the letter away. He finally had something of his mothers and she was basically saying goodbye. 'How fair is that?' he thought. Harry lifted his head towards the door, when he heard a tentative knock. He really didn't want to see anyone at that time; but for reasons he couldn't explain the words came out of his mouth before he could stop them.
"Come in," he said softly. He watched as Althea slowly opened the door, peering thru the small opening.
"Hello, Harry," she said. "I had an odd feeling that I should come to see you. Are you alright?"
Harry started to nod his head yes; but stopped midway and shook his head form side to side. Without waiting for an invitation, she walked over and sat on his bed. "You know you can talk to me if you want. Or I could just keep you company."
"Company would be nice," he told her.
They began talking about nothing in particular. He didn't know why he decided to tell her about his mother; but soon the word just came poring out. He told her of the night Voldemort came and killed both of his parents, the life he had led up until his 11th birthday, the mirror of Erised, and the letter he had just received.
She told him of the time Sirius spent with her at her home in Chester. She told him of her mother and how she and Sirius met. Harry listened to all of this finally able to better understand his godfather. They continued talking long into the night. She asked him to tell her of his days at Hogwarts. After several minutes he felt her breathing slow and realized she was asleep. He had planned to return her to her room; but knew that he didn't have the strength to lift her at that moment. He covered her with the blanket and moved as far to the other side of the bed he could. He was soon sleeping. No dreams were forthcoming that night.
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The next morning Harry woke and realized that he was alone in the room. He could still feel the heat coming from her side of the bed; so he knew that she had left merely moments before. He got himself ready and went downstairs. It seemed that today even Ron was on time. They all ate a hearty breakfast and gathered their trunks and supplies for school. Arthur had once again secured cars from the ministry. It seems that since Fudge was ousted from office, and Amelia Bones took over as Minister of Magic, Harry was once again the Golden Boy.
When they arrived at Kings Cross Station, Harry offered to help Althea with her luggage. He secured a trolley big enough for both their things and led her towards Platform 9 ¾. He watched as she tentatively took her first steps thru the barrier. He was reminded of his first time 6 years ago. It was a shock to be introduced to this world. At least Althea knew of the wizarding world. He joined his friends on the Hogwarts Express after saying goodbye to The Weasley's and Tonks. They had secured a compartment towards the back of the train and began to relax. Soon Hermione realized that they needed to go to the Prefect meeting and her, Ron, and Ginny left. Harry and Althea busied themselves playing exploding snap. She had beaten him several times when the door to the compartment slid open.
"Look who we ran into, Harry." Ron and the others had returned from their meeting and were accompanied by Luna Lovegood.
Harry waved to her and gave her a great smile. She had been a large help to them the previous school year when she had went with them to the ministry of magic. Harry and Althea made room for all their friends and asked how the prefect meeting had gone.
"Great," said Ginny. "Luna and I are two of the new fifth years."
"Yeah the meeting was fine," remarked Hermione. "That is until Malfoy showed up."
"He's still a prefect then?" Harry asked. After last years debacle he had hoped that Dumbledore would have removed that status.
"Of course I'm still a prefect, Potty." They all turned to the door as they heard this.
"Malfoy, what do you want?" Harry demanded.
"Oh I just figured I would make my usual rounds this year. You know I can't go a year without annoying the Great boy who lived."
Harry rolled his eyes; but realized that Draco hadn't put as much sarcasm behind that statement as usual.
"So Potter, who's your friend, or was she just unlucky enough to have to share a compartment with you?"
"Malfoy?" asked Althea. "As in Draco Malfoy?"
When he nodded she continued. "What Drakie don't you remember me? I'm hurt that you would forget about little old me. I mean my uncle and your father were such great friends. If it wasn't for that whole Death Eater thing, I'm sure he would have continued to have you all over for tea."
"Althea, Love, is that you?" Draco exclaimed. When she laughed and nodded she got up ran to him and hugged him. "Oh Draco, it's been so long. I've missed you."
Harry was looking at the two of them with his mouth hanging open. He couldn't see the reactions from everyone lese; but he was pretty sure it was the same.
"What are you doing here with these rejects?" Draco asked her.
Althea slapped Draco on the arm and said, "These are my friends Draco. I live with Harry and have become very close to Hermione, Ginny and Ron."
"Why in the hell do you live with Potter? You're not… Oh good lord Althea tell me you're not shacking up with scarhead here."
"Now you listen here, Draco Malfoy. I will have you know that besides Uncle Andrew, Harry is the closest thing to family I have left."
"Please explain to me how the Mc Henrys are related to the Potters?" Draco couldn't believe this. His best friend was related to Potter. What next? Was he going to start wanting to date muggleborn?
"No silly. You just assumed I was a Mc Henry. My last name is Black. Sirius Black was my father."
When Draco frowned Althea was confused. She looked to Harry for an explanation.
"You see Althea. Even though the Blacks are related to the Malfoy's, Sirius was the black sheep. He was the one who refused to join the dark side and was ostracized for it. Also not many people believe in his innocence."
"Well damn it Draco," she cried. "He was my father and I loved him. If you can't accept it then you aren't the friend I thought you were."
"No, no Althea, that's not it," Draco denied. "I know we can't choose who our parents are. I just don't want my father to come across this information, or he will forbid us from being friends. I can't have that. I need some time to think. Have you been sorted yet?" When she shook her head he continued. "Then I will see you at the sorting. I will be crossing my fingers for Slytherin."
"Fat chance Drakie," she said as she laughed. "My mother was a Ravenclaw and my father was a Gryffindor, I am destined for one or the other."
Draco looked at her seriously, "Not everyone follows in their parents footsteps, dear." He then left the still speechless group.
Ron was the first to recover. "You know The Bouncing Ferret?" he sputtered.
"Bouncing Ferret?" she asked.
Hermione began to explain the story of Barty Crouch Jr. turning Draco into a ferret back in fourth year. By the time she had finished relating the story everyone was in a much better mood. Althea told everyone how she had met Draco. She told them that Lucius was a friend of her uncles and had visited their home quite often, usually bringing Draco with him. That all ended when they had found out that Lucius was a Death Eater; but had allowed Draco to visit on occasion. They became very good friends as he was the only person her age she had much contact with. Harry in turn explained to her that they and Draco never really got along.
"Are you going to have a problem with me being friends with him?" she asked.
Ron almost blurted out yes; but Hermione caught on to this and jabbed him the ribs. They quickly assured her that there would be no problem with her being his friend. Ginny tapped Althea on the shoulder and asked to speak to her and Luna outside of the compartment.
While the three girls were talking about god knows what, The Dream Team was talking about the raid that would be happening that evening. Harry was sure that Dumbledore had planned the rescue of Lupin to coincide with Harry's return to Hogwarts. Dumbledore knew that if he was there when the raid happened, there would be no stopping he and his friends from going.
"Do you think they will get him out tonight?" Hermione asked.
"They better," stated Harry. "If not I'm not sitting around and waiting anymore. I will go after him myself."
"Not without us you won't," Ron and Hermione said simultaneously.
At that moment Althea, Luna and Ginny returned. They demanded to know what was going on and agreed when they heard what had been said. Harry tried to argue with the girls but they were having none of it. If Harry and the other two could go, so could Althea, Luna, and Ginny. Harry just shook his head hoping it wouldn't come to that.
They decided to occupy themselves with something other than the order. Ron challenged Althea to a game of wizard's chess. She was the only one that would play against him nowadays. He had beaten everyone else. While they were doing that Luna and Ginny were doing a quiz that they had seen in Witch Weekly.
"What is that?" asked Hermione. She had been listening to the two girls giggling for the last half an hour and she could no longer concentrate on her reading.
The girls scooted over and made room for Hermione to check it out. When she saw what it was she burst out laughing. "Good luck with that girls. Let me know the results later."
Harry looked at her with a silent question in his eyes. She just gave him a wicked smile and shook her head no.
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Not much later they were pulling into Hogsmeade station. They got off the train and saw Hagrid calling for the first years. They ushered Althea over to him. "We realize that she's not a first year, Hagrid," Hermione said when she saw his questioning look. "But she needs to be sorted. I also think she needs to follow tradition."
Hagrid saw that Hermione was completely serious and nodded. He helped Althea into a boat and reminded them to come see him at his hut soon. Then he shooed the other five off to the carriages, waiting to take them to Hogwarts.
"Well Harry," said Ron. "How does it feel to be back?"
Ron knew that Harry considered Hogwarts his first true home. He understood what Harry meant. Even though Ron had a home and large loving family, he was also the youngest male of six. Hogwarts was a place he could shine, and not have to worry about any interference from his brothers, especially this year as he was the last male Weasley here.
Hermione had heard Ron's question. She also knew how Harry felt. What she didn't tell the other two was that she viewed Hogwarts as her home too. She didn't feel at place in the muggle world anymore. She couldn't share the things she learned or show her parents how talented she was. Here in the wizarding world she was normal, well as normal as being muggleborn would allow her to be. She wanted to make this world her home after school. She didn't know how her parents would react but she had no choice. There was nothing for her in muggle London anymore.
Harry didn't know what his two friends were thinking. He however knew that although Hogwarts was his first home and would always remain special to him, Grimmauld Place was now home in the truest sense of the word.
They made their way thru the front door and sat at their table, waiting anxiously for the sorting. Harry hoped that Althea was sorted into Gryffindor; but he knew that whatever her house, he would still be her friend. 'Who am I kidding?' he thought. 'I don't want to be her friend. I want more, much more. I want what Ron and Hermione have.'
Harry watched as Professor McGonagall escorted the First years towards the front of the Great Hall. They looked so nervous. That made him reflect on his first day here.
'Wow,' thought the raven haired boy as he walked towards the front hall. "I hope that I am not sorted into Slytherin. I don't want everyone to think that I might be a bad wizard.
"HARRY POTTER," he heard the older witch say his name. He walked the path that he saw many of the others already walk towards the ragged looking hat. The only thing going thru his mind while he was walking was 'Not Slytherin, Not Slytherin."
Harry was pulled out of his reminiscing by someone poking him in the side. He looked up and saw that it was Althea's turn to be sorted. She walked up there slowly. When she placed the hat on her head she began to giggle, by the time the hat yelled out "GRYFFINDOR" she was chuckling in earnest. The Gryffindor table stood and cheered. This was not surprising as they welcomed everyone into their house with the same enthusiasm. What was surprising however was that across the hall you saw a lone Slytherin standing and applauding as well. He got many dirty looks from his own table, but Althea tuned around and curtsied at her good friend Draco Malfoy.
Harry hugged Althea as did Ginny, Ron and Hermione. Hermione had a friend finally up in Gryffindor dorms. Of course she was on good terms with the rest of the sixth year girls; but they were not close. Dumbledore stood up and told everyone that the feast would begin. He waved his hand and the tables were filled with more than they could eat.
After the feast was over Dumbledore stood to make a few announcements.
"Welcome all to another year at Hogwarts," he said. "I trust that you will all strive to do well. I have a few announcements. The forbidden forest is off limits. Mr. Filch asks me to remind you that there is no magic to be used in the hall. There is also a list in his office outlining all items that are considered contraband. I would like to introduce everyone to our new Defense against the Dark Arts teacher. Please stand Miss Travers."
Everyone strained to see the woman who would be taking over DADA. She was a rather tall woman with a slim build. Her hair was red; but not the Weasley red. Instead it was more of a russet color. She also had an air of confidence about her. Harry looked at her critically. He wondered how long she would last. None of his other teachers made it past a year. It was said that the position was cursed. He looked around the hall to see what the general reaction was. He was surprised to see some dopey grins on the young men's faces. 'Oh lord,' he thought. 'I hope she doesn't encourage this lot.' Miss Travers didn't say anything. Instead she bowed her head politely to all assembled and then took her seat.
Dumbledore continued. "Our head girl this year is Cho Chang. Head boy is Geoffrey Hooper. That is all. Prefects please escort the students to their houses."
Harry waited for Althea to catch up and walked her to the Gryffindor tower. He watched as Hermione and Ron got the First years settled and then sat down with them, Ginny and Althea. They waited in the common room, making idle chit-chat, hoping for word on Remus. They hadn't seen Professor Snape at the main table and hoped that this was a good sign. Around midnight, Harry noticed that everyone was getting a little tired. He urged them all to go to bed. They reluctantly agreed; but made him promise to retire as well. Harry went to bed; but resolved to search out Dumbledore first thing in the morning.
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'Wormtail'
'Yes my Lord?'
'Make sure the Werewolf is eating. We wouldn't want to let him waste away to nothing would we? We need him to get the boy.'
Wormtail nodded and ran from the room. Several minutes later he reappeared.
'My Lord, he's gone!'
'What do you mean gone?'
'He is not here my Lord. The door on his cell was standing wide open. Someone has rescued him.'
Harry sat up straight in his bed. Sweat was poring from him and his breath was coming in shallow gasps. He had once again been in Voldemorts head. He was scared to know that this was happening to him again; but at the same time was relieved to find out that Remus was ok. He wanted to make sure though that this was a real dream and not one planted by Voldemort. He wouldn't risk underestimating him again. He did once and lost his Godfather; because of his foolishness.
He quietly made his way to the common room making sure no one was lurking about. Seeing no one he quickly went to the fireplace tried to contact headquarters. Several moments had passed with no answer and Harry was about to resign himself to the fact that Voldemort was trying to trick him again. Snapes head appeared in the fire and said, "What in the hell do you want Potter? You should be in bed."
"I'm sorry sir," Harry said unconvincingly. "I just want to make sure that you got Remus alright."
"What do you mean Potter?" Snape asked suspiciously.
"I saw a vision. Wormtail and Voldemort were there, discussing him. Wormtail went to check on Remus and when he came back he said that he was gone. I just want to know that he is alright. Please you have to tell me." Harry was desperate by now. He just wanted to know one way or the other if he was fine.
"You saw? You mean you were not practicing your occlumency and allowed yourself to dream. Well Potter the werewolf is fine. I suggest you go back to bed before you so something stupid. And for god's sake use the occlumency. We don't need our 'savior' going off half cocked, getting anyone else killed." Professor Snape sneered at Harry and then broke the connection. Harry couldn't believe what he had just heard. Sure he knew that some people blamed him for Cedrics and Sirius' deaths but they never came right out and said it. 'Well can I blame him?' he thought to himself. 'I blame myself everyday. What he said was the truth after all. At least I found out that Remus was ok.'
Exhausted Harry made his way to his bed. When he lay down, he tried working on clearing his mind as he was instructed last year. Soon he was sleeping it wasn't a very peaceful sleep; but at least it wasn't riddled with nightmares.
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"Bloody hell Harry, I am not going to wake you up like this everyday. We need to get downstairs for breakfast classes start today."
Harry opened his eyes and looked into the face of his friend. He was surprised to see that Ron was already dressed and waiting impatiently for him.
"Go ahead Ron," Harry said. "I'll catch up with you. What do we have first today?"
Ron smiled an ironic smile. "Guess."
Harry groaned. He should have known. Of course he was going to have potions with the Slytherins today. Why should this year be any different? He crawled out of bed, throwing on his uniform. He ran a comb through his hair, not like it did any good, and ran all the way to the great hall. He saw Snape up at the head table and cringed when he sneered at him again. He turned his gaze to Dumbledore; but the Old man was trying to avoid his gaze. Harry then spotted his friends and made his way towards them. When he sat down, talk immediately turned to Remus Lupin.
"So what do you think Harry? Snapes here. Do you think that they rescued him." asked Ron.
Harry nodded. He had put some food into his mouth so he swallowed before talking. "Yeah they rescued him. I couldn't sleep last night, so I contacted headquarters. Snape told me that they had him. I didn't get any details though. I am hoping to contact them later today."
Everyone was overjoyed by this news. Harry saw Althea looking at him suspiciously. He could tell she knew he wasn't telling them everything. When their eyes met, he could see the question in them. He shook his head hoping that she would realize that he didn't want to talk about it.
Too soon for Harry's taste, breakfast was over. The four of them said goodbye to Ginny and made their way to the dungeons. They made it to class with several minutes to spare and found some tables. Hermione and Ron chose to sit together as did Harry and Althea. They watched as the Slytherins began to enter the room. When Malfoy walked in the door, his eye caught Altheas. To the surprise of everyone in the room, he made his way to their table. "Good morning Althea," he said in his most proper voice. "I hope you have enjoyed your time at Hogwarts so far."
Althea giggled and rolled her eyes at him. "Of course Draco," she said. "I hope that we will be able to spend some time together this week. I would really like to catch-up." Draco nodded and then turned to Harry. "Potter," he acknowledged.
"Malfoy," Harry said inclining his head slightly. The silence in the room was almost deafening. Did Harry Potter and Draco Malfoy exchange words and not fight? It wasn't possible. Had hell froze over and no one was told?
"Mr. Malfoy take your seat." Everyone's head swung to the back of the room. Professor Snape had arrived. From the look on his face Harry could tell it was going to be a long year.
"This is advanced potions," Snape snarled. "As you can see many of your classmates are not in here. After this week there will be even less of you present. I estimate that at the end of the term there will be only half of you. I do not keep people in my class who can not do the work. This is not like your first five years. This year I do not have to teach you. You chose to be here. I suggest if you are having second thoughts go see your head of house directly after this class." Snape looked pointedly at Harry and Ron when he said this.
Harry thought that he was right earlier; this was going to be a long year. A list was handed out to everyone. They looked over the potions they would be required to make this year. Snape informed them that they would be working with a partner most of the time. Their partner would be whomever they were currently sitting next too. If their partner dropped or was let go from class, they would have to work alone until, someone else became available. Harry looked over the list. He started snickering when he came across the polyjuice potion. He knew he would be able to pass that one with his eyes closed. He looked up and saw Ron and Hermione smiling also.
Somehow they had managed to make it thru class without losing too many points. He consulted his schedule and made his way towards Transfiguration. He saw that once again he was with Hermione Ron and Althea.
'Well,' he thought. 'At least it won't all be bad.' The foursome linked their arms around each other and made their way towards McGonagall's class.
Professor McGonagall seemed to be in a better mood than Snape. She explained the various transformations that they would be learning this year and also inquired if anyone would like to become an Animagus. At least half the class raised their hands, including Harry and his friends. McGonagall then explained that not everyone will be able too; but there were several tests that would help them determine who could or couldn't.
After that the class was rather anticlimactic. They just reviewed several transformations they had learned in previous years.
Harry realized that he wouldn't be with his friends all day. Hermione and Althea made their way to Arithmancy while Harry and Ron went to Divination. He wasn't in the least surprised when he walked in to the class and Professor Trelawney immediately began predicting his death. He rolled his eyes at this. Something's never change. After Divination they had lunch. While at lunch Harry and the others talked about their various classes. He realized that thought hey love Hagrid no one had bothered to take Care of Magical Creatures this year. Instead surprisingly they all opted for Muggle Studies. Althea not being able to choose her classes was also in there. Harry had a feeling this was McGonagall's doing.
After lunch the group made their way to Defense against the Dark Arts. The room was rather bright, but not gaudy like when Lockhart was the DADA teacher. They took their seats and realized that this class was comprised of every house. It seems that there were not enough students taking advanced classes this year.
It soon became apparent that Professor Travers meant business. She didn't put up with any shenanigans. This was supported by the fact that she not only took points away from Gryffindor for Ron calling Draco a git; but also when she heard Malfoy call Ron a name as well.
"Class my name is Professor Travers. I have gone over the results of your previous years and say that I am mighty surprised that most of you passed your OWLs. To be quite honest I want to know how you did it. When I call your name tell me how you were able to do so. Draco Malfoy."
"I was tutored Professor," he said. When she asked him who he replied Professor Snape.
"Very Well, Hermione Granger."
"I was tutored as well Professor." Everyone was shocked to hear this. Who tutored the know it all. When asked who her tutor was she replied Harry Potter. Professor Travers went around the room asking each student. Everyone's answer was the same. They were tutored. All of the Slytherins were tutored by Professor Snape; and Althea had had tutors her entire life, but everyone else was tutored by Harry himself. Harry could tell that Professor Travers was confused at how he was able to tutor all of these people. When asked how he accomplished this, he told her of the club that they had formed last year. She nodded and commended them on a very brilliant idea. She awarded ten points to Gryffindor. She told the class that she would be meeting with them each individually to ascertain who needs what help in which area. She allowed them to take the rest of class to catch up and called Harry and Hermione in to her office.
"You two started this group?" she asked.
When both nodded she continued. "I would like to know what you had taught them and how many were in your club. Did you teach younger and older years as well?" Once again they nodded and she smiled. "I thought so. The teachers that all of you have had were horrendous. That is of course except for Professor Lupin. He at least taught you some things. Please tell me what you taught the group."
Harry and Hermione told her that Harry basically taught shielding and disarming spells; but also taught students how to conjure a patronus.
"You mean to tell me that most of my class can conjure a patronus?"
Harry was beginning to get a headache at the number of times he was required to nod.
"Well," she said. "I now know what our next class will be comprised of. You two may go. You are up to par if not more advanced then most. Please send in Mr. Weasley and Malfoy."
Hermione and Harry left the room with smiles on their faces. They informed Draco and Ron that she wished to see them and went to chat with Althea. Ron and Draco came out after a few minutes both looking red faced. They sent the next two into her office and both made their way towards the trio.
Harry looked at Ron questioningly when he sat down.
"She told us we better get along. We don't have to like each other; but we need to trust each other in these times. She said that we can't trust someone we constantly fight with."
Draco just nodded and asked to speak to Althea for a few minutes. After they walked away Harry turned to the other two.
"Has anyone noticed Malfoy lately? Does it seem as if he is more mellow?"
Hermione and Ron didn't agree with this but let Harry continue.
"It seems to me when Altheas around Malfoy is at least civil and remember what he said on the train?" At their looks of confusion he said, "He told Althea not everyone follows in their parent footsteps. He looked almost as if he meant himself. I don't know maybe I just want to see some good in him since he is Altheas friend."
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Soon class was over and seeing as it was the last class of the day, everyone retired to their common rooms. Hermione and Ron noticed the patrolling schedule had been posted and talked about who was paired with whom. Ginny soon came to join them and noticed that she was paired with Malfoy that evening. She turned a bright red and looked towards Althea. Althea nodded at Ginny and smiled. Harry didn't know what was going on; but he decided that if the two girls wanted anyone to know they would tell him.
After dinner they began doing some work that was due later in the week. Harry began yawning and decided to turn in early. He laid down on his bed and was surprised at how exhausted he felt. He almost immediately fell asleep.
A/N Okay I know this chapter was long and most probably boring; but I needed it to set up some situations for later. I hope that you all will forgive me for this. Please Review.