Okay! Here is the next chapter! Thanks so much to ArchaicRaven and Kim for helping me out. (My mom thanks you too.)  Enjoy!



Chapter Two: Gryffindor







I slept surprisingly well, and was in a good mood when the twins came in to wake me up.







"Morning Mya!" they called out in stereo, jumping onto the bed on either side of me.







Megan was very excited about going shopping for new robes, while Margo was much more interested in getting her school books so she could start studying. Bet you can tell which one was my favorite.







Megan was actually quite disappointed to learn that I did not share her love of fashion and make-up, but was a very good sport as Margo and I discussed our favorite books.







"First thing, we have the sorting." Megan reminded us, shuddering.







"Nervous?" I asked her.







"A little." She admitted.







"Megan and I both want to be in Ravenclaw, but we don't really mind as long as we get to stay together."







"What about you, Mya?" Margo asked.







"Well, I think I'm a Gryffindor girl, myself."







Their faces fell.







"That doesn't mean we can't stay friends!" I hurriedly reassured them.







"Let's all promise right now that no matter what house we get into, we'll always be friends!" Megan commanded.







Then we did this really strange three-way handshake that sealed the deal.







As they girls left to get dressed, I couldn't help but think this might not be so bad after all.







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We were in Professor Dumbledore's office with he and Professor McGonagall. I had a hard time looking at him, remembering him lying dead in the very spot he was standing.







I watched, amused as both Megan and Margo, got their wish to be sorted into Ravenclaw.







Then, it was my turn.







The hat was placed on my head, and a cry of surprise sounded through my brain.







*Well, well, future girl! This will be your first task. Which house would you like to be in?*







*But, isn't it your job to sort me?*







*I've already sorted you, once. But this time isn't true. So, pick a house, but do not fear, you'll always have tomorrow to correct your mistakes.*







*Gryffindor*







*So be it.*







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The twins tried to hide their disappointment at me being placed in Gryffindor, but I reminded them of our pact to stay friends and they seemed okay with it.



The rest of the day was spent in Hogsmeade getting school supplies. Hagrid escorted us down to the small wizarding village, and then quickly excused himself to the Three Broomsticks. We were to meet him there later.



As I showed the twins around, I told them that I had visited Hogsmeade a few years ago, I was surprised to see how much everything looked the same as it did in my time.



Professor Snape had been right about the money being just enough. I passed by the pet shop, looking wistfully at the cats. I really missed Crookshanks. But as I started to go inside I heard an annoying voice in my head.



*And just what do you think you are doing?*



*I just thought …¦*



*No, Miss Granger, You did not think. The last thing you need right now is an animal to attach yourself too. You won't be there forever, and the less 'attachments' you have, the better.*



"How am I supposed to change things, if I can't be a part of them?"



"Mya? Who are you talking to?" Megan asked.



I hadn't realized that I was talking out loud.



"Nobody, Meg. Come on, let's go get our books."



My next big temptation was in the bookstore. A first edition of 'Hogwarts a History.'



It was very easy to pass on; however, once I heard the laughter in my head.



The day passed very quickly, and all too soon we were heading for the welcoming feast.



Professor McGonagall came to get me and brought me to the Great Hall. I could see the sea of students swarming through the doors and taking their places at the four long tables.



"Mya, this is Lily Evans."



I was very proud at how well I hid my shock as I shook the girl's hand. Her long red hair was twisted into a beautiful French braid, her bright green eyes studied me cautiously.



"Hullo Mya. Welcome to Hogwarts."



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Lily then took me to meet 'the gang', James Potter, Sirius Black, Remus Lupin, and Peter
Pettigrew. They were all very interested in me, asking all kinds of questions about America and Stone Crest. I was very glad when Dumbledore called everyone to attention.



I stood up when he called out my name as he introduced the twins and I. The students clapped politely, but I could tell that most people were more concerned about eating than welcoming new students.



I felt my eyes being drawn toward the Slytherin table, and couldn't stop the gasp that came out at meeting a pair of glaring ink-black eyes.



Severus Snape, there was no way I could think of him as a Professor now. As I sat back down and watched McGonagall begin sorting the first years, I wondered what the teenaged Severus would say if he knew his future self was in my head.


*Probably wouldn't care, I was much too busy to give anyone the time of day.*



"Are you okay?" James whispered when he saw me jump.



I nodded feeling the blush creep up my neck.



* Don't do that! *



* You asked a question, I answered. You'll get

used to it, don't worry. *



* So, what are… ur …were you so busy doing? Becoming a Death Eater? *



Severus noticed the frightened look I gave him, and sent me a confused frown.



* NO! I did not even know about the Death Eaters until after I graduated. I was too busy trying to learn everything I could. I did not have time for friends and other such nonsense.*



His thoughts trailed away, and I felt a wave of sadness radiate off of him.



* It must have been lonely. *



I received no answer, not that I really expected one.





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Dinner passed by without further incident.



Afterwards, as I followed Lily out of the Great Hall, I couldn't help but feel a little shunned. She was shooting me odd looks that I didn't understand, and was moving very quickly as if she was trying to lose me in the crowd.



Wouldn't she be surprised when I some how managed to find Gryffindor tower all by myself. I really didn't want to deal with all the questions that would follow, though.



I quickly rounded a corner, trying to catch up with Lily, when I ran into someone else. I was sprawled on the floor gaping at the younger Snape I had exchanged glances with a dinner.



"Oh, I'm so sorry…" I began as he scrambled to his feet.



"Clumsy Gryffindor! Watch where you are going." He hissed and bolted away.



"Don't mind him, he hates everybody." James was suddenly there helping me to my feet.



He looked and sounded so much like Harry it made me want to cry.



Out of the corner of my eye, I saw Lily glaring at me. It was when James had placed a protective arm around my shoulder, that I realized what had upset Lily.



How stupid of me!



I could feel Professor Snape smirking at my discomforting revolution.



* Not one word! *



* I would not dare. *



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I hurried after Lily, who had turned and ran after witnessing that little scene.



I was able to get there before the potrait closed.



Lily grudgingly, showed me to our dorm room and sulked in the corner while I got ready for bed.



As we were the only girls in our year in Gryffindor, we had the room to ourselves.



It was one of the most uncomfortable evenings I had ever spent. I kept trying to think of something to say, but nothing came.



I finally gave up and snuggled into my bed, pulling the covers over my head.



Professor Snape was being unusually silent, and I was quite exhausted, so it wasn't long before I feel asleep.



My last conscious thought was that I didn't have to worry about getting 'lost' in this new life. I'd already made such a mess of things, how would I ever be able to fix them?



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Here's a sneak peak at chapter 3:


Chapter Three: Slytherin



"Morning Mya!" two young voices called out.



"How did you guys get in here?" I asked, rubbing the sleep from my eyes.



The twins were silent as they stared at me in confusion.



"Uh, the door?" Margo said, and giggled.



I looked around the guest bedroom in shock.



"This isn't Gryffindor tower!" I cried, jumping out of bed.



"Oh, you want to be in Gryffindor?" Megan asked.



"Megan and I want to be in Ravenclaw, but we don't really mind what house we get into as long as we're together." Margo said





* Calm down, Her- Miss Granger! You are reliving the day, they aren't. You knew this could happen, now get a hold of yourself! *



I closed my eyes and took a deep breath.



When I opened them again, I saw two identical expressions of concern.



"I'm sorry, guys, I had a really strange dream, and it's hard to wake-up."



"That's okay, Mya." Megan said, both of the girls looked relieved.



"Why don't you two go get dressed and I'll meet you in a few minutes."



* Nice save. *



* Thank you. *



I fell back on the bed an closed my eyes with a grown. Of all the days to have to do over…