Invenio Veritas
By penpunk
Disclaimer: Roses are red Violets are blue I don't own Harry Potter And neither do you!
Chapter 15: Trials
DO NOT READ THIS UNLESS YOU HAVE READ THE NEW VERSION OF CHAPTER 14. I HAVE REPOSTED IT AND THIS CHAPTER PROBABLY WON'T MAKE MUCH SENSE UNLESS YOU READ. Okay, maybe it will, but still, go read the new one! ************************************************************************
Friday.
It was finally Friday. Harry looked out the window at the clear September day and sighed. It was a perfect day for quidditch. Not a cloud to be seen and the air was cool and refreshing. Or at least that's what he thought it would be like if he were actually outside. A perfect Friday afternoon and he was cooped up in the Divination Tower. Professor Trelawny was droning on and on about tarot cards and such, but Harry, Ron, and Sirius really didn't care.
"Alex," said Ron as he turned from staring at the smothering fire to Harry. "Why did you take this class again? Didn't you have the chance to get out of it?"
"Yes," said Harry regretfully. "I wanted to make sure I had the same classes as you two. I didn't want to leave you to this alone."
"Wow," said Sirius. "You're really a pal, you know that?"
Harry smiled at Sirius before turning and focusing on their teacher.
"Now," said Professor Trelawny as she stood up from her chair. "I have a feeling that more than enough of you are having difficulty with the cards. That is why I will give you all your very own reading and show you the proper way to read them."
Lavender and Parvati both jumped off their poufs and hurried to be the first ones in line. Harry and Ron both groaned in unison while Sirius got a quite wicked grin on his face.
"What are you grinning about?" asked Harry as he saw the smile on his godfather's face.
"Oh, I was just thinking about the fun I could have with this," said Sirius. "But I won't because I know I need to act accordingly-"
"Do whatever you want," said Harry as he clapped Sirius on the shoulder. "In this class, it really doesn't matter. Me and Ron are never serious."
Sirius got a look on his face that suggested Christmas had come early. He ran over the line that had formed in front of their teacher and slammed into Parvati in the process. Sirius muttered a quick apology before turning and motioning Ron and Harry to join him in line. They complied and walked over behind him.
After Parvati and Lavender had their reading done, Sirius sat in the chair in front of Professor Trelawny and waited for her to begin.
"Ah, let's see here Mr. Potter," said the Professor as she laid three cards in front of her. She flipped over the first card. "I see a turn of fortune for you. My, Mr. Potter, that is very good to hear. I was very excited when I first foresaw it. Let's see, oh yes, you will witness the great happiness of one of your friends. Last card, oh, you will be free from hardships. What a wonderful reading for you. It seems as though the fates can be changed. Do you think you can give a proper reading now that you've seen one done?"
"I don't know Professor," said Sirius. "Could you help me?"
"Oh, of course Mr. Potter," said Professor Trelawny as she handed the deck of cards to Harry. "Give me a reading and I'll help you."
Sirius took the cards and turned to give an amused look to Harry and Ron. He turned back to the professor and cleared his throat. He dealt out three cards and flipped over the first.
"All right, the nine of cups," said Professor Trelawny. "What does that mean?"
"You'll be baking soon."
"What?"
"You'll use nine cups of something," said Sirius innocently.
Professor Trelawny looked at Sirius with an odd look before continuing.
"Alright, let's try again. Flip over the next card."
Sirius did so and flipped over the three of swords.
"Hmm," said Sirius, "it looks like you'll have a run with some pirates."
"Mr. Potter, I don't think that's the proper inter. . ."
But Sirius stopped her and flipped over the last card. It had a dancing skeleton on it. Trelawny gasped and covered her mouth with one hand.
"Hey Professor, I think this means you'll be invited to a costume party," said Sirius.
"Mr. Potter, this is no laughing matter. That's the death card!" Professor Trelawny said through her covered mouth. "I need to consult my inner eye about this. You all may go."
Harry and Ron tried to hold back their excitement as Sirius stood up from his chair.
"We really owe you one," said Ron as they exited the classroom.
"Definitely," added Harry.
"I wish I had taken that class when I went here," said Sirius. "Me and James could have had a great time in there."
"What time do you have to meet the rest of the team for trials?" asked Ron.
Sirius looked down at his watch.
"In about a half an hour. I think I'm going to go get my broom and head down there now. Try out my new broom and all."
"We'll go up with you," said Harry. "It'll be easier to get up there and out while everyone is still in class."
The three boys walked up to Gryffindor Tower and Sirius changed into his quidditch robes while Harry grabbed his Firebolt. Ron would be using a school broom for tryouts since he didn't have his own. He decided to practice by crumpling pieces of parchment and throwing them into a garbage can.
"Are you okay Ron?" asked Harry as he noticed Ron's glum look. Harry walked over to Ron's bed and sat next to him.
"Just a little nervous I guess," said Ron as he threw another parchment ball, sinking it into the can. "I just really want to make the team. I mean I've watched you play since first year. I really want to make it."
"You'll be fine," said Harry as he clapped hid best friend on the shoulder. "Hey, at least you won't have to tryout alone."
Ron snorted.
"You'll make it, I have no doubt. You're probably the best seeker at this school. . . ever."
"Oh come on Ron," said Sirius. "You'll do fine. Just do your best."
Ron nodded but he didn't look anymore reassured than before.
"We'd better go," said Sirius as he gathered up his things. "Classes are out and it'll be hell getting through the corridor."
Harry and Ron nodded and followed Sirius out the door. Sirius was right. The corridor was crowded as everyone was making their way back up to the common room. The crowd thinned out as they got down towards the Entrance Hall. As they entered the hall, Harry could see his father waiting for him by the door.
"Hey, I'll meet up with you guys on the pitch," said Harry as he walked towards Severus. Both boys nodded before leaving out the door.
"Hello Alex," said Severus. "How was class today?"
"Um, fine I guess," said Harry as he shrugged.
"That's good," said Severus. There was an awkward pause before Severus continued. "I just wanted to wish you luck with the try-outs."
"Thanks," said Harry smiling slightly. "Well, I have to go. I'll let you know how everything goes."
"I'd like that. Would you like to meet me tomorrow for lunch?"
"Um, sure. Where should I meet you?"
"Just come down to my rooms. How about one o'clock?"
"Okay," said Harry. "See you then."
"Bye Alex. Good luck," Severus smiled slightly before turning and walking towards the dungeons. Harry turned and walked out the door.
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"Okay, everyone listen up!" said Fred as paced in front of the house team hopefuls. "Welcome to trials for the Gryffindor House Team. If you don't know already, George and I are the captains for this team. The other team members are chasers Angelina Johnson and Alicia Spinnet and new keeper Harry Potter. There is an opening for a chaser and seeker. Everyone interested in trying out for chaser stand over with those two beautiful ladies. Anyone interested in playing seeker, stand by Potter."
"Hey Fred!" yelled Sirius. "Am I beautiful too?"
"Oh right, sorry!" yelled Fred. "If anyone is interested in playing seeker, go stand by the beautiful and talented Mr. Harry Potter. Is that better?"
Sirius nodded and smiled.
The crowd of about fifteen hopefuls split into two groups. Most of them went to stand by Angelina and Alicia. Harry walked over to Sirius, along with a third year who's name he couldn't remember and Seamus. Harry stole a glance over to Ron. He looked more nervous than he did in the dorm. Ron looked over and caught Harry looking at him. Harry gave him an encouraging smile and a thumbs up. Ron nervously smiled back.
"Alright. Now, those who want to play chaser will go first. Each of you will take a turn flying and passing with Angelina and Alicia. Then, take some shots on Potter," said George as he motioned for Sirius to stand by him. "Let's see, we'll go in alphabetical order so. . . Ethan Angleforth, you are up first."
Four figures flew up into the air. Alicia, Angelina, and Ethan all organized themselves on one end of the pitch while Sirius flew around a bit on the other end. Harry watched his Godfather fly. He was really good. He had a similar style with Harry. 'That is a very good thing,' thought Harry. 'Most people won't notice the difference.' Sirius flew around the goal posts a few times before situating himself in front of them. Ethan and the girls started to make their way down the pitch. Ethan was a good flyer but his handling skills with the quaffle weren't the best. They got down to Sirius' end and Ethan took a shot. It was a good shot but Sirius had no trouble blocking it. They did this a few more times before the next hopeful flew up with the others and took his turn.
Harry continued to watch the rest of the chaser hopefuls. Most of them were either good flyers or good ball handlers, but no one had had both skills at once. At long last, it was finally Ron's turn. He looked nervous and shaky as he mounted his broom. He looked over at Harry one last time before kicking off into the air. He joined Alicia and Angelia at the end of the pitch. They started to make their way down towards Sirius and Harry began to wonder what Ron was so worked up about. He was easily the most talented in flying and ball handling. After passing with the girls a bit, they took position and began to shoot on Sirius. So far, Sirius had only allowed three goals out of about forty shots. Ron had some great maneuvers and finally managed to put one past Sirius.
All four players flew down to Fred and George. Ron definitely looked relieved, obviously happy with his performance.
"Alright, I guess that leaves you three," said George as he motioned towards Harry, Seamus, and the third year whose name was Nathan Little. "We're just going to release the snitch. We'll consider you on how fast you catch it and your flying skill. Nathan, you're up first."
With that, Fred released the snitch and Nathan flew up after it. The third year had some flying skill but more of a style that was suited for a chaser than anything else. He flew after the snitch for sometime before finally coming back down. He didn't have the snitch in his hand and had lost it somewhere above the teacher's box. Seamus had actually caught the snitch but took about twenty minutes to do it.
"Okay, Alex. Your turn," said Fred. He released the snitch and Harry flew up after it. Harry missed the thrill of flying, not doing it since the first task last year. Harry caught the snitch easily within the first few minutes but didn't exactly feel like landing. He looked over towards the Gryffindor stands and saw a glint of gold. Harry decided to check it out and flew in that direction. It ended up being Nathan's snitch. He caught that one just as easily and flew back down to Fred and George.
"Wow, nice job Alex," said George as Harry handed him the two tiny gold balls. "You even caught two."
"Well everyone," said Fred, addressing the rest of the hopefuls. "We'll make the announcement in the common room later tonight, after dinner. Thanks for trying out."
Harry, Ron, and Sirius all made there way up to the castle together.
"I don't know why you were worrying so much, Ron," said Harry as he pushed Ron playfully into Sirius. "You were, by far, the best one out there."
"Yeah, I agree," said Sirius. "You even got the quaffle past me."
"And you, Potter," said Harry. "You never said so were so good at quidditch."
"I wasn't that great," said Sirius, shrugging. "It'll count when we actually play another house team."
"It was really great to fly again," said Harry. "I haven't flown in such a long time."
"Yeah, no kidding," said Sirius.
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"Would you two just sit down and chill out," said Hermione as she watched Harry and Ron pace back and forth in the front of the fire in the common room. "You both know you made it. I don't see why you are worrying so much."
"If we knew we were going to make it, do you think we'd be this nervous?" said Ron as he plopped down on the couch next to Hermione. "I didn't even eat at dinner, I was so nervous."
"You did really well Ron," said Harry as he sat on the other side of Hermione. "You have no reason to worry."
"I don't know why you're worrying. You caught two snitches."
"It's not that I'm worrying about not making it," said Harry. "It's just the whole try-out process. I can't help but be nervous. Besides, I want you to make it."
"Thanks pal," said Ron.
All three friends turned their attention to the center of the common room as the team walked into the room.
"Oh Merlin, oh Merlin, oh Merlin . . ." Harry was sure Ron was going to start hyperventilating.
"Okay," said Fred, as he stood up on one of the tables. "First off, we just want to thank everyone for trying out. We wish we could let you all play but then we'd be disqualified for too many people on the pitch. Anyway, please give a warm welcome to the new addition of our team. Chaser Ron Weasley and Seeker Alexander Snape."
There was tremendous applause from around the room as Harry and Ron high- fived each other. They walked over to the rest of the team and shook hands with them all. Ron just about got his head knocked off as Fred and George both clapped him on the shoulder.
"I told you everything would turn out Alex," said Ron, trying to recover from his brothers' congratulations.
"Sure you did Ron."
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I apologize for the wait in getting out this chapter. Not much happened in it. It had no pain or angst or sneering comments from anyone. Wow, I must be in a good mood.
I also want to personally thank everyone who has reviewed my story. I was going to start replying to them a few chapters ago, but things didn't work out the way I planned, but I promise I will start next chapter.
Lady Lightning, confused one, you-know-who, Lunarian Amethyst, Saavik, Xikum, witchmaster, Phoenix flight, teri, Elektra Joradees Gamblin, Silver Angel, Lee Lee Potter, Dragon Snake, Totally_2bular_girl, The Kuro no Tenshi, sk8reagle, moonlight, Rickman's girl, Lei Dumbledore, t.a.g., chaser, Radcliffe-lover, and Katydidnt - Thanks so much for all your reviews. You guys are seriously so cool. Everyone has been so nice to me!
I hope you like this chapter as well as my rewrite of the last one. Leave a review and tell me what you think! I know it was kind of short but I'll try and make it longer next time.
penpunk
Oh, if there's any interest, I was thinking about making an update list for this fic. Leave me your e-mail and I'll send out an e-mail every time I update.
By penpunk
Disclaimer: Roses are red Violets are blue I don't own Harry Potter And neither do you!
Chapter 15: Trials
DO NOT READ THIS UNLESS YOU HAVE READ THE NEW VERSION OF CHAPTER 14. I HAVE REPOSTED IT AND THIS CHAPTER PROBABLY WON'T MAKE MUCH SENSE UNLESS YOU READ. Okay, maybe it will, but still, go read the new one! ************************************************************************
Friday.
It was finally Friday. Harry looked out the window at the clear September day and sighed. It was a perfect day for quidditch. Not a cloud to be seen and the air was cool and refreshing. Or at least that's what he thought it would be like if he were actually outside. A perfect Friday afternoon and he was cooped up in the Divination Tower. Professor Trelawny was droning on and on about tarot cards and such, but Harry, Ron, and Sirius really didn't care.
"Alex," said Ron as he turned from staring at the smothering fire to Harry. "Why did you take this class again? Didn't you have the chance to get out of it?"
"Yes," said Harry regretfully. "I wanted to make sure I had the same classes as you two. I didn't want to leave you to this alone."
"Wow," said Sirius. "You're really a pal, you know that?"
Harry smiled at Sirius before turning and focusing on their teacher.
"Now," said Professor Trelawny as she stood up from her chair. "I have a feeling that more than enough of you are having difficulty with the cards. That is why I will give you all your very own reading and show you the proper way to read them."
Lavender and Parvati both jumped off their poufs and hurried to be the first ones in line. Harry and Ron both groaned in unison while Sirius got a quite wicked grin on his face.
"What are you grinning about?" asked Harry as he saw the smile on his godfather's face.
"Oh, I was just thinking about the fun I could have with this," said Sirius. "But I won't because I know I need to act accordingly-"
"Do whatever you want," said Harry as he clapped Sirius on the shoulder. "In this class, it really doesn't matter. Me and Ron are never serious."
Sirius got a look on his face that suggested Christmas had come early. He ran over the line that had formed in front of their teacher and slammed into Parvati in the process. Sirius muttered a quick apology before turning and motioning Ron and Harry to join him in line. They complied and walked over behind him.
After Parvati and Lavender had their reading done, Sirius sat in the chair in front of Professor Trelawny and waited for her to begin.
"Ah, let's see here Mr. Potter," said the Professor as she laid three cards in front of her. She flipped over the first card. "I see a turn of fortune for you. My, Mr. Potter, that is very good to hear. I was very excited when I first foresaw it. Let's see, oh yes, you will witness the great happiness of one of your friends. Last card, oh, you will be free from hardships. What a wonderful reading for you. It seems as though the fates can be changed. Do you think you can give a proper reading now that you've seen one done?"
"I don't know Professor," said Sirius. "Could you help me?"
"Oh, of course Mr. Potter," said Professor Trelawny as she handed the deck of cards to Harry. "Give me a reading and I'll help you."
Sirius took the cards and turned to give an amused look to Harry and Ron. He turned back to the professor and cleared his throat. He dealt out three cards and flipped over the first.
"All right, the nine of cups," said Professor Trelawny. "What does that mean?"
"You'll be baking soon."
"What?"
"You'll use nine cups of something," said Sirius innocently.
Professor Trelawny looked at Sirius with an odd look before continuing.
"Alright, let's try again. Flip over the next card."
Sirius did so and flipped over the three of swords.
"Hmm," said Sirius, "it looks like you'll have a run with some pirates."
"Mr. Potter, I don't think that's the proper inter. . ."
But Sirius stopped her and flipped over the last card. It had a dancing skeleton on it. Trelawny gasped and covered her mouth with one hand.
"Hey Professor, I think this means you'll be invited to a costume party," said Sirius.
"Mr. Potter, this is no laughing matter. That's the death card!" Professor Trelawny said through her covered mouth. "I need to consult my inner eye about this. You all may go."
Harry and Ron tried to hold back their excitement as Sirius stood up from his chair.
"We really owe you one," said Ron as they exited the classroom.
"Definitely," added Harry.
"I wish I had taken that class when I went here," said Sirius. "Me and James could have had a great time in there."
"What time do you have to meet the rest of the team for trials?" asked Ron.
Sirius looked down at his watch.
"In about a half an hour. I think I'm going to go get my broom and head down there now. Try out my new broom and all."
"We'll go up with you," said Harry. "It'll be easier to get up there and out while everyone is still in class."
The three boys walked up to Gryffindor Tower and Sirius changed into his quidditch robes while Harry grabbed his Firebolt. Ron would be using a school broom for tryouts since he didn't have his own. He decided to practice by crumpling pieces of parchment and throwing them into a garbage can.
"Are you okay Ron?" asked Harry as he noticed Ron's glum look. Harry walked over to Ron's bed and sat next to him.
"Just a little nervous I guess," said Ron as he threw another parchment ball, sinking it into the can. "I just really want to make the team. I mean I've watched you play since first year. I really want to make it."
"You'll be fine," said Harry as he clapped hid best friend on the shoulder. "Hey, at least you won't have to tryout alone."
Ron snorted.
"You'll make it, I have no doubt. You're probably the best seeker at this school. . . ever."
"Oh come on Ron," said Sirius. "You'll do fine. Just do your best."
Ron nodded but he didn't look anymore reassured than before.
"We'd better go," said Sirius as he gathered up his things. "Classes are out and it'll be hell getting through the corridor."
Harry and Ron nodded and followed Sirius out the door. Sirius was right. The corridor was crowded as everyone was making their way back up to the common room. The crowd thinned out as they got down towards the Entrance Hall. As they entered the hall, Harry could see his father waiting for him by the door.
"Hey, I'll meet up with you guys on the pitch," said Harry as he walked towards Severus. Both boys nodded before leaving out the door.
"Hello Alex," said Severus. "How was class today?"
"Um, fine I guess," said Harry as he shrugged.
"That's good," said Severus. There was an awkward pause before Severus continued. "I just wanted to wish you luck with the try-outs."
"Thanks," said Harry smiling slightly. "Well, I have to go. I'll let you know how everything goes."
"I'd like that. Would you like to meet me tomorrow for lunch?"
"Um, sure. Where should I meet you?"
"Just come down to my rooms. How about one o'clock?"
"Okay," said Harry. "See you then."
"Bye Alex. Good luck," Severus smiled slightly before turning and walking towards the dungeons. Harry turned and walked out the door.
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"Okay, everyone listen up!" said Fred as paced in front of the house team hopefuls. "Welcome to trials for the Gryffindor House Team. If you don't know already, George and I are the captains for this team. The other team members are chasers Angelina Johnson and Alicia Spinnet and new keeper Harry Potter. There is an opening for a chaser and seeker. Everyone interested in trying out for chaser stand over with those two beautiful ladies. Anyone interested in playing seeker, stand by Potter."
"Hey Fred!" yelled Sirius. "Am I beautiful too?"
"Oh right, sorry!" yelled Fred. "If anyone is interested in playing seeker, go stand by the beautiful and talented Mr. Harry Potter. Is that better?"
Sirius nodded and smiled.
The crowd of about fifteen hopefuls split into two groups. Most of them went to stand by Angelina and Alicia. Harry walked over to Sirius, along with a third year who's name he couldn't remember and Seamus. Harry stole a glance over to Ron. He looked more nervous than he did in the dorm. Ron looked over and caught Harry looking at him. Harry gave him an encouraging smile and a thumbs up. Ron nervously smiled back.
"Alright. Now, those who want to play chaser will go first. Each of you will take a turn flying and passing with Angelina and Alicia. Then, take some shots on Potter," said George as he motioned for Sirius to stand by him. "Let's see, we'll go in alphabetical order so. . . Ethan Angleforth, you are up first."
Four figures flew up into the air. Alicia, Angelina, and Ethan all organized themselves on one end of the pitch while Sirius flew around a bit on the other end. Harry watched his Godfather fly. He was really good. He had a similar style with Harry. 'That is a very good thing,' thought Harry. 'Most people won't notice the difference.' Sirius flew around the goal posts a few times before situating himself in front of them. Ethan and the girls started to make their way down the pitch. Ethan was a good flyer but his handling skills with the quaffle weren't the best. They got down to Sirius' end and Ethan took a shot. It was a good shot but Sirius had no trouble blocking it. They did this a few more times before the next hopeful flew up with the others and took his turn.
Harry continued to watch the rest of the chaser hopefuls. Most of them were either good flyers or good ball handlers, but no one had had both skills at once. At long last, it was finally Ron's turn. He looked nervous and shaky as he mounted his broom. He looked over at Harry one last time before kicking off into the air. He joined Alicia and Angelia at the end of the pitch. They started to make their way down towards Sirius and Harry began to wonder what Ron was so worked up about. He was easily the most talented in flying and ball handling. After passing with the girls a bit, they took position and began to shoot on Sirius. So far, Sirius had only allowed three goals out of about forty shots. Ron had some great maneuvers and finally managed to put one past Sirius.
All four players flew down to Fred and George. Ron definitely looked relieved, obviously happy with his performance.
"Alright, I guess that leaves you three," said George as he motioned towards Harry, Seamus, and the third year whose name was Nathan Little. "We're just going to release the snitch. We'll consider you on how fast you catch it and your flying skill. Nathan, you're up first."
With that, Fred released the snitch and Nathan flew up after it. The third year had some flying skill but more of a style that was suited for a chaser than anything else. He flew after the snitch for sometime before finally coming back down. He didn't have the snitch in his hand and had lost it somewhere above the teacher's box. Seamus had actually caught the snitch but took about twenty minutes to do it.
"Okay, Alex. Your turn," said Fred. He released the snitch and Harry flew up after it. Harry missed the thrill of flying, not doing it since the first task last year. Harry caught the snitch easily within the first few minutes but didn't exactly feel like landing. He looked over towards the Gryffindor stands and saw a glint of gold. Harry decided to check it out and flew in that direction. It ended up being Nathan's snitch. He caught that one just as easily and flew back down to Fred and George.
"Wow, nice job Alex," said George as Harry handed him the two tiny gold balls. "You even caught two."
"Well everyone," said Fred, addressing the rest of the hopefuls. "We'll make the announcement in the common room later tonight, after dinner. Thanks for trying out."
Harry, Ron, and Sirius all made there way up to the castle together.
"I don't know why you were worrying so much, Ron," said Harry as he pushed Ron playfully into Sirius. "You were, by far, the best one out there."
"Yeah, I agree," said Sirius. "You even got the quaffle past me."
"And you, Potter," said Harry. "You never said so were so good at quidditch."
"I wasn't that great," said Sirius, shrugging. "It'll count when we actually play another house team."
"It was really great to fly again," said Harry. "I haven't flown in such a long time."
"Yeah, no kidding," said Sirius.
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"Would you two just sit down and chill out," said Hermione as she watched Harry and Ron pace back and forth in the front of the fire in the common room. "You both know you made it. I don't see why you are worrying so much."
"If we knew we were going to make it, do you think we'd be this nervous?" said Ron as he plopped down on the couch next to Hermione. "I didn't even eat at dinner, I was so nervous."
"You did really well Ron," said Harry as he sat on the other side of Hermione. "You have no reason to worry."
"I don't know why you're worrying. You caught two snitches."
"It's not that I'm worrying about not making it," said Harry. "It's just the whole try-out process. I can't help but be nervous. Besides, I want you to make it."
"Thanks pal," said Ron.
All three friends turned their attention to the center of the common room as the team walked into the room.
"Oh Merlin, oh Merlin, oh Merlin . . ." Harry was sure Ron was going to start hyperventilating.
"Okay," said Fred, as he stood up on one of the tables. "First off, we just want to thank everyone for trying out. We wish we could let you all play but then we'd be disqualified for too many people on the pitch. Anyway, please give a warm welcome to the new addition of our team. Chaser Ron Weasley and Seeker Alexander Snape."
There was tremendous applause from around the room as Harry and Ron high- fived each other. They walked over to the rest of the team and shook hands with them all. Ron just about got his head knocked off as Fred and George both clapped him on the shoulder.
"I told you everything would turn out Alex," said Ron, trying to recover from his brothers' congratulations.
"Sure you did Ron."
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I apologize for the wait in getting out this chapter. Not much happened in it. It had no pain or angst or sneering comments from anyone. Wow, I must be in a good mood.
I also want to personally thank everyone who has reviewed my story. I was going to start replying to them a few chapters ago, but things didn't work out the way I planned, but I promise I will start next chapter.
Lady Lightning, confused one, you-know-who, Lunarian Amethyst, Saavik, Xikum, witchmaster, Phoenix flight, teri, Elektra Joradees Gamblin, Silver Angel, Lee Lee Potter, Dragon Snake, Totally_2bular_girl, The Kuro no Tenshi, sk8reagle, moonlight, Rickman's girl, Lei Dumbledore, t.a.g., chaser, Radcliffe-lover, and Katydidnt - Thanks so much for all your reviews. You guys are seriously so cool. Everyone has been so nice to me!
I hope you like this chapter as well as my rewrite of the last one. Leave a review and tell me what you think! I know it was kind of short but I'll try and make it longer next time.
penpunk
Oh, if there's any interest, I was thinking about making an update list for this fic. Leave me your e-mail and I'll send out an e-mail every time I update.