Virginia sighed as she looked out across the lawn from her bedroom window. She wondered what Hogwarts would be like. She was frightened in a small way. Not of people or the teachers or the subjects. She was frightened of being alone. It wasn't like she had friends here , but she always had someone. Draco would come around or her Aunt Cissy would come. In Hogwarts she was frightened of being subjected to cruelty by the students. She failed to count how many students lives her Mother had managed to destroy. She would probably end up in Slytherin and have to listen to the crappy speeches about how Mudbloods were scum. Get a life already she felt like yelling. It was obvious why she was sent to the school. It was to keep an eye on Harry Potter. Yeah she said. Like I am going to spend my days following him around. She smiled and thought of Harry. Dare Devil she thought. Why couldn't more people be like him. I dont love him she told herself and she was being honest , but I do like him. She felt saddened by the prospect of love. She had no one to love her , her Mother didn't love her , her Father was dead and her Aunt Cissy was so in love with herself that she couldn't possibly have anytime for anyone else.
She hated the way Pansy Parkingson doted on her cousin Draco. The only reason she did was because he was handsome when he wasn't scowling , otherwise she would be gone in a flash. She wished they would like each other because they liked their personality's. People should be in love with their knowledge of that person not how they look. If someone makes you laugh , if they share same interests and if they are kind and conciderate , well then they are the right person. Virginia sighed and sat down. Harry was very like that. Cho Chang was pretty but he realised she was total pain in the ass. Well thats what Draco said and Ginny Weasley is pretty but she isn't stunning but she is kind.
There was a crack in the room and Solvern appeared.
" Lady Virginia? He bowed and stood up.
" Yes " she replied.
" Two visitors crave a word with you."
" I'll be down in a minute."
The elf bowed and disappeared.
Viriginia sighed and opened the door. " What do they want now? " she muttered.
She walked downstairs into the vast living room where two men were seated on the pure white sofa. They both stood up and bowed as she walked in. She nodded and told them to sit.
" What can I do for you Gentlemen?"
" Is this your home Miss..."
Virginia pondered for a second. " Keller " she said softly. She smiled. It was her birth name even if her Father was dead.
" Keller " said the man. " Are you not the daughter of a Miss Belletrix Lestrange?"
" I am " replied Virginia. " However I am also the daughter of a Mr Aaron Keller."
" Do you live here alone Miss Keller?"
Virginia paused. Much to her distaste she had to conceal her Mother's whereabouts."
" Miss Keller an answer if you may."
" I do Sir."
" No other human beings live here?"
" No I assure you."
" Miss Keller how old are you?"
Virginia smiled sweetly. " Isn't that a bit rude to ask a complete stranger?"
The mans face remained placid. " How old are you?"
" Seventeen."
" Aren't you a bit young to be living alone in a huge mansion like this?"
" The people I pay wages to dont seem to think so " replied Virginia with a smile.
The two men frowned.
" Miss Keller. A house like this is bound to cost a fortune in maintaining it. I presume you go to School." Virgina nodded. " Well how are you keeping up payments?"
Viriginia smiled. " My Parents didn't leave me pennyless. Surely you dont think I stole any money?
They shook their heads.
" When did you last see Miss Lestrange?"
" Oh I dont know."
The Man sighed and removed his glasses holding by the tip he rubbed the glass gently. " A definate answer would be appreciated Miss Keller."
" I cant remember. It could have been anytime from last year to fifteen years ago. I just cant remember." Virginia gave her most confused look.
" What about a Mr Draco Malfoy. He is a cousin of yours isn't he?"
" Why I think he is Sir. Thank you for asking."
" Miss Keller are you playing games with us?"
" No...Why would you think that?"
" We dont appreciate being taken for fools Miss Keller."
Virginia stood up , her face hardened and the men sat back.
" And I dont appreciate being mistaken for a suspect in your search for my Mother either gentlemen."
" Miss Keller we didn't..."
" Where do you think I'm hiding her boys in my underwear drawer. I'd be glad to show you but word has it your busy men."
The two men stared in shock at the fierceness in her eyes. They had clearly mistaken her for a dim witted teenage witch.
" We'll just go now..."
" Yes I agree. Thank you for coming. I hope your search goes well."
" We'll we back Miss Keller. This visit is only the start..." The man stopped talking as an owl flew in the window and dropped a letter into the mans hand. He opened it quickly and a thick hungry smile crept over his face , a smile that Virginia did not like.
" Cancel that date Love " he said as he threw the letter into his collegues hand.
" Why? asked Virginia. " Found something."
" You bet " said the man. " Here take a look at this yourself." He handed the letter to her.
Virginia scanned the letter. Her dark eyes widdened in shock.
Notorius Killer and Death Eater Belletrix Lestange has been caught by none other than Britains most accomplished young Auror in recent years , Mr Shayne Quinn. Him and Miss Nymphadora Tonks his partner at work have solved and delved into the most tough cases in recent times. Miss Lestrange who recently murdered her cousin Sirius Black was confined in prison previously for torturing Frank and Alice Longbottom at the time of " He who must not be named " downfall. Miss Black had tried to harm the young Auror but he managed to stun her and keep her there until backup arrived. She will be taken to Askaban prison , where she will await trial and her fate will be decided at the mercy of the jury. Meanwhile Auror's are still on the lookout for a Mr Draco Malfoy(16) who took part in the break in at Hogwarts school. Civilians have been warned that this boy is highly dangerous and could be unstable after recent events and the capture of his Aunt. A protest has taken place around the British Wizarding community into Hogwarts decision to allow Miss Virginia Keller daughter of Belletrix Lestrange into the school. Parents are horrified that such a decision was made without their consent. Previous students from Hogwarts have gone bad since the rise of " He who must not be named " and now a Death Eaters daughter has been taken in. Hogwarts Headmaster Albus Dumbledore a man known for his sympathy towards lesser beings and inferior creatures has made a statement. " I refuse to block anyone who is interested in learning magic into my school. We should all work together and give this young lady a chance to suceed in academic brillance and make friends. Time will tell and judge me on my decision. I for now wish to see to this girl here on the first of September and I wish her all the best." Some people however are backing Dumbledore all the way. Minerva Mcgonagall who refused to speak directly only had this to say. " Albus is always wise in his decisions. It will be to our shame if this girl turns out to be a good hard working young lady."
Virginia dropped the letter and stared directly at the two men. " Whats wrong Miss Keller. Cat got your tongue."
