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SithelfJen: thanks for the advice. The fact that he doesn't talk so much to the dursleys (and keeping it short), you will find out in future chapters. I am not good with conversations in real life so it is hard for me to make good conversations. And grammar well, I missed English class for an entire year so I believe it isn't that bad, but he who am I to argue with.
Someone also mentioned how could Harry like blood? Pretty simple, compare it smoking, first you don't like then it is getting better and better and before you know your addicted.
Some people would like to know how harry and draco are going to be. Not friends I can tell you that and snape, I have got some nice plans for himevil grin
And people I am trying to make longer chapters so hopefully this one will be longer and some more details I hope.
(Oh and people I don't know it will take to get to London from where they live so I just imagine from my house till Amsterdam.)
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Chapter 4 The Sorting Ceremony
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A silent drive to London, Dudley getting as far away as possible from Harry, sometimes eyeing him nervous glances.
"So Uncle Vernon, why are you going today to London?"
"To visit a niece that is in the hospital"
Harry believing that he was lying decided to drop it. He wouldn't be able to have a normal conversation with them. Again checking the ticket to the Hogwarts Express to make sure he read time correctly.
"Um Uncle Vernon, aren't we a little bit early? I mean the hospital visiting hour starts at 11 o'clock and the train leaves to at 11 o'clock."
Seeing his Uncle visible tensing up he knew that his theory was correct. They wanted to get rid of him as soon as possible. So once again the uncomfortable silence returned until they arrived 45 minutes later on Kings Cross Station.
Dudley still to afraid to move stayed in the car while his Aunt got a trolley and his Uncle putting the stuff on it. Then before he knew it they were back in the car and gone. Looking amused at their behaviour he walked with his trolley to Platform 9 ¾. Checking the time (it was now 9:00) he knew for certainly that they wanted to get rid of him. Walking slowly towards the border between the two platforms and making sure that there were no Muggles watching he slipped to Platform 9 ¾.
What he saw next was like nothing he had imagined. There was giant red steam train with a big sign saying that it was the Hogwarts Express. Steam filled the platform. Some students were already there, walking around organizing things.
"Isn't it a beauty?"
Snapping back to reality he then noticed that there was a boy standing next to him with long black hair and friendly hazel-colored eyes.
"David Barnes, nice to meet you. I assume this is going to be your first time on this beauty?"
Still confused at the behaviour of the boy he slowly answered.
"Harry Potter, nice to meet you too" He said while offering to shake hands with the boy,
Gladly accepting the offer and looking even happier then before.
"Dear Merlin, you are him for real" and at the same time pointing at his scar.
'Shit, I forget I am famous.' Harry, still shaking hands with the boy and half listening to what he was saying, was getting irritated with his behaviour.
"Could let go of my hand, I want to get on the train"
David shocked at the angry tone he was using let abruptly his hand go.
"I-ehh have things to do, so maybe could talk later. Bye"
With that he walked back to train and Harry was sure that he was going to tell his friends about him. Not that he could care less, maybe there were going to leave him alone now. 'No wait, I can't keep my hopes up'
Entering the train he decided to pick a compartment at the end of it. Putting his trunk and Hedwig's cage in it and settled him self next to the window.
"Can I get out now? Harry can you hear me?" 'Oops, he totally forgot about her' "One moment Celiel, I get you out of there in a second" "Well, it isss about time, are we on the train now?" "Yep but, you can't leave the compartment" "But what it sssomeone wantsss to sssit here." "I will just have to put some heavy locking charms on the door then"
So Harry put a few heavy locking charms on the door. (Some of them weren't even mentioned in his book and he was quite sure that not even a seventh year could open his door)
"Celiel? How about I already start with making you a magical snake?" "Yesss, that isss a good idea but, were to ssstart?" "I thought of making you capable of shrinking so that you can come with me to class unnoticed" "Sssmart thinking Harry. Ssshal we get ssstarted?"
When Harry successfully made her shrink the train was already on her way to Hogwarts. Some People were trying to open the compartment, but failed miserable. Some were even saying that the compartment that the compartment was haunted and other say that there was a gigantic monster in it.
"Hey I found another useful one" "What isss it?" "When you attached your self to my arm you can change into a tattoo and you can mentally talk to me" "I like that Harry. Then I can be even clossser to you if you would need me." "Then let's get started"
When they were finished and successfully tested it he noticed that it was almost dark.
"Do you think were almost at Hogwarts?" "I believe ssso. Hurry up and get changed"
'Please leave your entire luggage on the train; they will be brought up to the castle separately.'
Removing the charms on the door and putting Celiel on his arm he was ready to go. Stepping out of the train he saw that a very large man was shouting.
"First Years, First Years over here. All First Years follow me"
Following the giant to a very large lake and getting on the boats. He then saw the castle for the first time. He could not describe it with words.
"Heads down everybody" and they entered a cave with a place for the boats to get on shore.
Still following the giant he ended up in front of a large wooden door with the Hogwarts logo on it. then the giant knocked on the door and was answered with stern looking woman in green robes and a 'Don't mess with me attitude'.
"The First Years are here Professor."
"Thank You Hagrid. Everyone get inside"
They were led to a small room were they could the noises of the Great Hall.
"I am Professor McGonagall and in a few minutes you will be sorted into one of the four houses. The four Houses are Gryffindor, Hufflepuf, Ravenclaw and Slytheryn. When I return in a few minutes you will be sorted. In the meantime you could make your self look a little bit presentable"
With that she left and most of the children were checking their clothing until there were voices coming from above them. At least twenty ghosts entered the little room and were very busy arguing about someone named Peeves and giving him a second chance.
The door opened again and McGonagall led us to the Great Hall. What I now saw was amazing: Thousands of candles floating in mid air and the ceiling was a reflection of the sky outside. In front of the teachers table was a stool with an old looking hat on it. Then the hat started to sing:
'Oh, you may not think I'm pretty,
But don't judge on what you see,
I'll eat myself if you can find
A smarter hat than me.
You can keep your bowlers black,
Your top hats sleek and tall,
For I'm the Hogwarts Sorting Hat
And I can top them all.
There's nothing hidden in your head
The Sorting Hat can't see,
So try me on and I will tell you
Where you ought to be.
You might belong in Gryffindor,
Where dwell the brave at heart,
Their daring, nerve and chivalry
Set Gryffindors apart;
You might belong in Hufflepuff,
Where they are just and loyal,
Those patient Hufflepuffs are true
And unafraid of toil;
Or yet in wise old Ravenclaw,
If you've a steady mind,
Where those of wit and learning,
Will always find their kind;
Or perhaps in Slytherin
You'll make your real friends,
Those cunning folk use any means
To achieve their ends.
So put me on! Don't be afraid!
And don't get in a flap!
You're in safe hands (though I have none)
For I'm a Thinking Cap!'
The entire Great Hall was clapping for the song.
"When you hear your name you will come forward and put the sorting hat on head."
'Abbot, Hannah'
HUFFLEPUFF
And this went on for a while, with some people he shouted the name of the instantly and with it took a while.
'Potter, Harry'
He suddenly got the attention of the entire Great Hall, some were pointing at him and whispering things. Even the teachers were whispering. Walking slowly with as much confidence I could muster towards the stool and put the hat on my head. Then he heard a tiny voice inside of his head.
'Well Well well, what do we have here. Lots of courage, Oh my sly and cunning, good set of brains. Definitely not Hufflepuff. The other Houses could make you a great wizard, but only one can help you to achieve your goals and that will be'
SLYTHERYN
The Sorting Hat was then pulled of his head and he was met with complete silence. Everyone was staring at him with shock on their face, looks of disgust and surprise. Not knowing to be happy or sad he just walked to the Slytheryn table and sat down next to a boy who looked almost pleased with him. People were stilling looking at him especially the teachers. The Headmaster even had a worried look on his face and Snape a look of disgust. The Ceremony continued and the last one was sorted (Blaise Zabini, Slytheryn). McGonagall brought the stool and the hat back to a small room that was connected with the Great Hall then took her seat and the Headmaster announced the food.
"Draco Malfoy, welcome to Slytheryn"
"Thanks, you know, you were the only one who hadn't had a look of disgust on your face"
"I will see that as a compliment" he answered with a bit of sarcasm.
T.B.C
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