Chapter 2 Rowena Ravenclaw

The ride had taken much longer than Ralin had expected. Usually the Slytherin's would have just appritated there but this time they had to many items to use magic. Instead they used their carriage to transport the items to the next kingdom.
The inside of the castle was magnificent. Along the walls were large tapestries that were weaved in dark blue and silver and all contained eagles in different magnificent environments. In the center of the ballroom where large marble stairs that seemed to fly up into the sky. At the top stood a marvelous painting of the Ravenclaw family that was painted almost seven years ago and contained their now missing daughter. Most people considered Rowena to be long dead since no one had seen a trance of her for years. The Ravenclaws still hung on to the idea that their daughter was still alive and out there somewhere searching for her lost family.
Ralin ran her hands across the material of the canvas. In the back of her mind memories raced as they fought to remember a certain event. She turned and looked back at the ballroom. Instantly it sprung to life as figures began dancing. She could see a small girl that looked strangely familiar dance with a boy close to her age. For years she had seen this dreams and now her mind kept telling her that they were more than just dreams. . Maybe even memories.
"Ralin," someone said. Their voice seemed so far away. The images faded and she was knocked out of her trance. She looked at who had said her name and saw Salazar standing in front of her. She just watched as Salazar's eyes shifted from Ralin to the portrait behind her. "Can I see your necklace?" Slowly she pulled the necklace out from under her robes and showed the gleaming sliver to Salazar. He stared at it for a moment before continuing, "I think you might be the missing Rowena Ravenclaw." He watched as an almost remembering look came over Ralin's face. "Let's go see your father."

The meeting had been much more uncomfortable than she had expected but after lots of talk and lots of comparing Ray Ravenclaw accepted Ralin as his missing daughter.
"So now you're invited to the ball," Salazar said once they were safely back in the hallway.
"I know," Rowena smiled. "This is going to take some getting used to though. I don't think that I'm good at being an heir to the throne. There is a lot that I will have to be taught."
"You'll do fine," Salazar smiled. "You're the smartest witch I know. You'll never bow down to anyone again." Rowena just smiled in response.
"I'm sorry but I have to go. I hope I'll see you at the ball tonight," Rowena said as she stopped when she came to an intersection of different hallways.
"And don't forget the heir meeting afterward," Salazar added.
"This is going to take some getting used to," Rowena said before going off down the hallway to the right.

The ballroom was decorated beautifully in the colors of both this castle and the colors of the three visiting nations. Music played from the enchanted instruments at the back of the room and all the visitors danced merrily along with it. Slowly the music died down and Ray Ravenclaw stepped up to make his grand speech.
"Welcome all," he began merrily. "I want everyone to feel at home here so if there is anything I can do to make you feel more welcome just tell me." He looked up at the top of the staircase. "And now I am pleased to present the heirs to the thrones of each of the wonderful kingdoms that are present here tonight. Let's start with the Hufflepuff heir. I am pleased to announce Helga Hufflepuff."
At the top of the stairs appeared a striking woman of about 17. Her long flowing red hair seemed to almost melt into her black velvet dress. Most people thought she was the most beautiful woman in all the kingdoms combined. She had lovely facial features and she wasn't afraid of what other people said about her. She knew she would make a good ruler one day and so did everyone else in the room. As she walked down the stairs and onto the blue carpet that followed Ray continued:
"Godric Gryffindor."
At the top of the stairs was now Godric Gryffindor. He ran his hand through his messy black hair before bringing it down to rest on his scarlet and gold robes. He looked bold and courageous as he walked down the stairs.
"Salazar Slytherin."
Salazar walked down the stairs with an air that told others that he was in control. His bright blond hair matched almost perfectly with his light silver eyes and sliver and green robes. He was the most persevering out of all the others. He never stopped until he got what he wanted.
"And last Rowena Ravenclaw."
Everyone watched carefully as Rowena made her way down the stairs. Her curly brown hair was up in a bun with two small strands dangling down into her face. Her dress was midnight blue with two sliver stars placed at the beginning of her shoulder straps. Everyone was amazed at how well she had transformed from the servant Ralin to the heir Rowena. She gave even Helga a run for her Sickles.
"And now I am pleased to say that their ball has officially begun!"
Instantly Helga walked over to where Rowena stood.
"I'm so pleased to finally meet you," Helga said politely.
"As I you," Rowena smiled.
"This must be quite a shock," Helga continued. "But it must be exciting to."
"It is," Rowena admitted. "I can't wait until later so I can explore the castle some more."
"I'm staying the night," Helga began slowly. "I'd like to talk a lot more then."
"That will be fun," Rowena smiled. Godric and Salazar walked up to the two girls.
"Rowena may I have this dance," Salazar smiled as he offered his hand.
"I'd love to," Rowena replied as she accepting his hand. She walked out onto the dance floor and began waltzing with the music. To her left she could see Godric and Helga join them. Tonight was going to be wonderful.