Harry Potter and the Mystery Within
Set in Harry's sixth year at Hogwarts, he begins to notice the anxiety that has fallen over his fellow students. A new DADA teacher has replaced Umbridge, and a surprise appearance at the school turns Harry's world upside down. To add to this jumble, Harry begins to have feelings for Hermione, feeling's he'd only dealt with once before.
Chapter 1- OWL Results
A loud snarl of thunder awoke sixteen year old Harry Potter with a start. Wiping the sweat off his forehead he glanced over at his alarm clock to discover the time was 2:30.
"Bloody thunder," he muttered angrily to himself. Since the death of Sirius, Harry'd find himself bolting awake to even the slightest of noises. He rolled over to face the window. Bullets of rain were pittering down and every so often a brilliant flash of lightning would streak across the sky, followed by a rumbling of thunder. Harry could hear his cousin Dudley whimpering slightly in his bedroom next door and he chuckled to himself. Dudley'd never liked thunderstorms too much.
A sudden rap at his window made Harry jerk his head towards the window again. He was surprised to see a soaking wet eagle owl tapping impatiently to be allowed in. Harry jumped out of bed and opened the window, shutting it hastily as the owl soared in. It settled itself on the headboard of his bed and shook itself. It held out its right leg, where a letter was tied. Harry took it and found it to be the OWL results he'd been waiting for.
Dear Mr. Potter,
Enclosed are your OWL results from your 5th year, and a list of which NEWT classes you are now permitted to take.
Astronomy- Acceptable (note: as your exams were interrupted due to the events that happened, everyone was given an A)
Care of Magical Creatures- Outstanding
Charms- Exceeds Expectations
Defence Against Dark Arts- Outstanding
Divination-Poor
Herbology- Acceptable
History of Magic- Poor
Potions- Acceptable
Transfiguration-Exceeds Expectations
Overall Mr. Potter, you have recieved 6 OWLS, and are permitted to take the following NEWT classes:
Care of Magical Creatures, Charms, Defence Against the Dark Arts, Potions, Transfiguration
You have recieved special permission from the Headmaster to take NEWT Potions. However, if you are not up to par by the time first semester is over, then you will be dismissed from the class.
Harry sighed with relief. 6 OWLS, and all the classes he had to take to become an Auror. His future was starting to become brighter. He smiled, and noticed the rain had let up and the dark clouds began to show patches of the deep blue sky. He unfolded the second letter, the normal Hogwarts letter, and read it to himself.
Dear Mr. Potter,
This note is a reminder to catch the Hogwarts Express on Platform 9 3/4 September 1st at 11 sharp. Enclosed is a list of books you will need.
Professor M. McGonagall, Deputy Headmistress
Harry shook the rest of the letter out and found not one but two pieces of parchment. He took up the schoolbook list and read:
SIXTH YEAR STUDENTS REQUIRE:
Standard Book of Spells Grade 6 by Miranda Goshawk
Advanced Transfiguration by Emeric Switch
Poisons and Antidotes by Arsenius Jigger
An Expert's Guide to Duelling by Quentin Trimble
Magical Creatures by Newt Scamander
Harry knew he'd be able to find these at Flourish and Blotts, whenever he could get there. His attention turned to the other parchment, and he read.
Mr. Potter,
As former Quidditch Captian Angelina Johnson graduated last year, Professor Dumbledore and I have agreed that you are now the new Gryffindor Quidditch Captian. Enclosed is your Captian badge and a guid on how to run your matches
Professor M. McGonagall
Harry beamed to himself. He was very pleased with himself, but then realized he'd have to replace two chasers and two beaters. He shrugged, figuring he'd deal with it later.
As he made his way back to bed, in came Hedwig and Pigwidgeon, the minute owl hooting insanely and Hedwig giving it a look of disgust. She landed on Harry's shoulder gracefully and held out her leg. It was a letter from Hermione.
Dear Harry,
Have you recieved your OWL results? I'm so please, I got 10 OWLS, that's one less than the highest you can get. I suppose it's because I dropped both Muggle Studies and Divination, but all the same, I find it very satisfying.
I don't know if Ron's written to you yet, but his father got tickets for the Quidditch World Cup again this summer! I believe its Bulgaria against the Holyhead Harpies. Did you know they're the only all female team in the United Kingdom?
Well I'll see you soon then.
With Love,
Hermione
Harry shook his head smiling. Hermione had remained on close terms with Viktor since she went as his date to the Yule Ball during their fourth year. He then looked up at the hyperactive Pig.
"Come here," he said snatching the owl from midflight. Pig hooted anxiously as Harry untied the letter and read:
Dear Harry,
Dad got tickets to the Quidditch World Cup again! It's Harpies against Bulgaria again. Sweet littler Hermione'll get to see her ickle Krum again.
Harry laughed at this. Ron'd never been to fond of Krum, him being from Durmstrang with former Death Eater Karkaroff.
Anyway, Mum'll pick you up August 12th around 5pm. Don't worry, she promised she'd go the Muggle way this time. She doesn't want your aunt and uncle to wet themselves again. Though I'd love to see that happen. Ah well.
Cheers,
Ron
Got your letter. Can't wait, see you on the 12th.
Harry
He attatched it to Pig's leg and the owl zoomed out of the open window.
Hermione,
I'll be there, got Ron's letter the same time as yours. Can't wait to see you all again.
Love,
Harry
Harry looked at it for a second. Why on earth had he written love? He considered crossing it out, but shrugged and sent it off with Hedwig. He looked back at his clock. 3:30am. He got back under the covers, took off his glasses and finally drifted back into a peaceful slumber.
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