A/N If you have read my story by the 19 then look back at the author's notes because I added important stuff to them. Thanks for reading and thanks to sophianwin and Sarah for their input. I did mix up the titles, that's why I changed them.

CH.3 Dropping In

Aydreane was very excited about going to Hogwarts. She even began packing right after she got home from Diagon Alley. She also found a name for her owl. He seemed to have a slightly fiery attitude but was extremely loyal. (He started to hiss at Maurosa every time she yelled at Aydreane and Maurosa hated animals.) So she decided to name him Ayden which is Gaelic/Celtic for little fiery one and he seemed to like it.

The next day was spent packing that last of her stuff and setting up booby traps for Maurosa with a charm on them so they wouldn't go off until tomorrow evening. Aydreane also daydreamed about what her new life would be like. Aydreane really wanted to be in Gryffindor or Ravenclaw. After all, the brave/loyal/smart people should be nice so maybe she could make friends with them easier. At least she knew she already had one friend. Aydreane never had a friend before, especially not one as cute as Harry and his gorgeous eyes. Yeah she'd met people but never befriended them. After all, she only saw them a few times at the most and then never again. For some reason Maurosa didn't want her to have any friends. Aydreane never understood why they had to pick her as a guardian. The reason Aydreane needed a guardian was that her parents were murdered. Yep that's right murdered. By Voldemort. Aydreane never learned why, she didn't even know what their jobs were. All she knew was their names Arthur and Megan (though not her mother's maiden name), what they looked like, and that they were killed. She had no relatives, was left with a lot of money and a big house, and a stupid greedy guardian. Aydreane often wondered why she wasn't killed. Maybe they didn't notice or know about her. Maybe she wasn't considered a threat to them. And maybe she could find some answers at Hogwarts. The question is, are the answers the kind you want to know?

It was getting late and Maurosa was gone of course. Aydreane had finished packing and piled her stuff in a corner of her attic. It was empty except for some empty old boxes and a fireplace. Apparently she was to floo directly to the school, and Aydreane did not want to waste her time tomorrow dragging her stuff up there. Of course she put Ayden in his cage up there because it was the warmest room in the house. She was sitting on the staircase reading one of her favorite books Spindle's End by Robin McKinley, when she heard a crash in the attic. Aydreane tensed, grabbed her wand (Ebony 10 ½ inches and Unicorn hair) and snuck upstairs. She peeked around the corner and gasped. Harry, with his gorgeous green eyes, was standing in her attic.

"Harry! What…"

"I'm sorry but there's no time to explain." Harry walked up to her and handed her a paper. "Here read and memorize this."

"Um, ok." Aydreane was confused but took the paper. On the paper was written: The headquarters of the Order of the Phoenix is located at 12 Grimmauld place. Harry was pacing but stopped when she was done.

"You done?" he asked. Aydreane nodded. "Good" Harry took the piece of paper, burned it, and then scattered the ashes. He walked up to her and said, "Alright we need to get your stuff then get outta here."

Aydreane pointed to her pile. "My stuff's over there but…"

"Ok then let's go." Harry walked toward the corner.

"But Harry..."

"What?" He stopped and looked back.

"I don't understand." Aydreane was kinda nervous what was going on and should she trust someone she just met?

Harry sighed. "I know but there isn't time to explain. You're just going to have to trust me."

Should she? Well he does seem like he is telling the truth and I suppose I will have to trust someone. Aydreane nodded. "Alright."

"Ok so just touch your stuff then we touch the portkey at the same time. Ready?"

Aydreane smiled, "I guess so." Then the closed attic door exploded.

"Stupify!" Harry cried. "Let's hurry before more start appearing." Aydreane touched her stuff then the portkey, leaving the 10 Death Eaters running into the room behind. Finally, their feet hit the ground. Aydreane almost fell over but Harry caught her first. They looked up and saw three people staring at them not looking exactly happy. Two were kids and just looked a little nervous, scared, and relieved. The adult looked furious.

"Oh no" Harry groaned softly.

"HARRY JAMES POTTER WHAT THE HELL WHERE YOU THINKING GOING OFF LIKE THAT! YOU COULD HAVE BEEN HURT OR CAPTURED OR KILLED! JUST YOU WAIT TILL DUMBLEDORE FINDS OUT! I WOULDN'T BE SURPRISED IF HE WON'T LET YOU LEAVE THE CASTLE AFTER THIS! YOU SHOULD HAVE LEFT IT TO ME AND THE ORDER AS YOU KNEW VERY WELL IT WAS ORDER BUISNESS! YOU KNOW WHAT IS AT STAKE, WHY YOU ARE SO IMPORTANT AND YOU ALMOST THREW IT ALL AWAY! YOU MUST LEARN TO CONTROL YOURSELF AND LEARN SOME RESPONSIBILITY!"

Remus stopped, then pulled Harry into a bone crushing hug. His voice softened and you could hear the pain in his words.

"Most of all, what would those who care about you, your friends and I have done if you died Harry? I've lost everyone else and I don't intend to lose you to Voldemort too."

Harry hugged him back then pulled away and said, "I don't plan on it either. I'm sorry I went and scared you all Remus, but I did. I'm fine and so is Aydreane."

"Oh Harry we were so scared I'm glad you're ok!" Hermione and Ron were very white but looked like they were calming down. Hermione looked like she had cried and Ron's right sleeve was very wet. Aydreane was standing to the side feeling a little bit awkward.

Remus turned to her and asked, "Hello Miss Phendraycon, my name is Remus Lupin but you may call me Remus. Have you had dinner yet?"

Aydreane shook her head. "Call me Aydreane and no I haven't had dinner yet."

Remus smiled. "Then it's a good thing that dinner is almost ready. You four sit at the table and I'll go get dinner. I'm sure you have many questions. I can't answer them all but I will do what I can after I go get dinner." The four were left alone.

"So, Harry, are you going to introduce us or shall I?" asked Hermione.

Harry blushed a little. "Oh, sorry… Well…um…"

Hermione rolled her eyes. "Never mind. I'm Hermione Granger and this is Ron Weasley. Harry's told us a bit about you of course."

Aydreane smiled. "Oh he did, did he?" She raised an eyebrow at Harry. He blushed making Hermione giggle and Ron snicker. "I hope he didn't give you the impression that I was a sweet, innocent girl who never gets in trouble."

Hermione smiled. "No need to worry about that. Harry told us you liked to pull pranks. Ron's brothers are Fred and George whose tricks he told you about."

"Oh wow, it must be fun to live with such marvelous pranksters, never a dull moment." Aydreane said to Ron.

"Well, you got it right about the never dull moments." Hermione and Harry laughed.

"But yeah it had its ups and downs. Just be careful when you meet them. They like to use friends and family as guinea pigs." Ron advised.

"Thanks for the tip, I'll remember that."

Remus walked in with some steaks, mashed potatoes, and butter beer. "Dinner is served."

After dinner Remus turned to Aydreane. "Now Aydreane, I am sure you have lots of questions."

Aydreane put down her fork and asked, "Yes, where am I and why am I here?"

"I'm sure you've heard of Voldemort?" Remus asked.

Aydreane's eyes grew dark with fury and nodded sharply. "Yeah I've heard of him alright." Ron, Harry, and Hermione glanced at each other. That look was one of knowing, suspicion, concern and pity.

"Well, when he first came to power, Albus Dumbledore created a secret society called the Order of the Phoenix. The purpose of this society is to try to find and stop Voldemort's plans. This is the headquarters which is under the Fidelus Charm. Dumbledore is the secret-keeper. Only he can tell people about it and only those he tells can enter. That is why you had to read the note before coming. I assume Harry burned it as well." Remus looked at Harry who nodded.

Remus looked back at Aydreane and sighed. "As to why you are here, I'm sorry but I can only tell you a little, it would be too dangerous for you to know everything right now."

Aydreane frowned but nodded and said, "I understand, go on."

"After your parents were killed, it was necessary that we hide you. At the time that meant you needed a guardian and had to be home-schooled. Now Voldemort knows about your importance, you will be much safer at Hogwarts. During the summer, you will either stay here, or with the Weasley Family." Ron winked and smiled encouragingly while Harry looked pensive.

Aydreane looked down at the floor and said quietly, "Do you know why my parents died or why I am important?"

Remus gave her a sad smile. "A little yes, I'm sorry but I can't tell you that information just yet. Dumbledore will know when you are ready. Any other questions?"

Aydreane shook her head.

"Alright then, it's getting late. You will be sleeping in Hermione's room. Tomorrow members of the order will escort all of you to King's Cross station. Good night." He gave them all a hug then left. The four went to bed silently.

Hermione took Aydreane to their room and said "The bed on the right is yours. I know it's probably been a trying night for you but I wanted to let you know that I hope we could be friends. It would be nice to have another girl around even if you don't' get sorted into our house."

Aydreane gave Hermione a friendly smirk. "Thanks, I've never had friends before and I am kinda nervous about going to Hogwarts. Besides, I need someone to help me decide who to prank and how to not get caught."

Hermione grinned. "Well, you've found the right group of friends, in fact the experts."

Hermione and Ron fell asleep immediately but Aydreane and Harry had something to think about before drifting off to sleep.