~Hogwarts, 2191
"We have arrived at Hogsmeade Station." The conductor announced, through magic I assume. I mean there's no way his voice is loud enough to echo throughout the entire train... right? "Alright kids, let's go." Rafe's father said with a smile as he stood in-front of our carriage. "Don't worry about your luggage, we're gonna go to town to get your essentials." He added.
I followed Rafe and Hazel out of the train. As soon as we got out, I was met by the sight of a medieval-ish town. There's actually a huge different with this town and my city, even though I've only seen my city for a few seconds before boarding the train.
"Alright kids, my wife and I are gonna go around and help Rafael's brothers get their belongings, meet me back here in 2 hours and we'll take care of your essentials." Mr. Weasley stated before letting us skedaddle off and do whatever we like.
"What are we gonna do anyways? It's not like we've any money." Rafe said with a small frown, looking around with curiosity and awe. "Well, I haven't got any money either, but I'm gonna walk around the town to see if there're any good books in the bookstores of this town." Hazel said, flicking her hair before making her way.
"I suppose I should go and see if there's anything interesting in this town." Rafe said, shrugging afterwards. "Remember to come back here in 2 hours." I reminded him as he walked away, getting a thumbs up as a reply.
I sighed, now I'm all alone in this huge town.
Actually, this isn't so bad! I'm having my own little adventure.
I walked around the town, little me walking amongst all these giant adults. They're not actually giants though, they just look huge to me. I was minding my own business, about to walk into a shop until things got a bit too hectic.
I was shoved here, pushed there, almost tripped, eventually I got into a bank. The 'Gringotts Wizarding Bank' was the name of this building I was shoved into. I was about to walk out until one of the... Goblins? I think they're goblins.
Sharp nose, short stature, sharp ears and a permanent 'I hate you' face. That's what I've always assumed goblins would look like.
"May I have your name, sir?" The goblin asked, surprisingly politely.
"I uh..." I paused for a bit, contemplating whether I should tell my name or not. What's the harm? I've my own wand- Albeit I don't know how to use it- plus there are lots of peoples around. Surely someone would help me if I get attacked... right?
"Jamieson H. Potter, sir." I replied. Said goblin stared at me for a short while before shock replaced his spiteful face. "Potter...?" The goblin asked, I nodded with a small frown. "Follow me, Sir Potter." He said before walking off.
All I could do was follow. What does this goblin want with me? Why was he shocked when I mentioned Potter? Exactly what did my family do here? I feel like they've done something huge. Everyone's either shocked or happy when they hear I'm a Potter.
He led me to a place with only a few peoples before stopping right in-front of some sort of huge door. "Please place your thumb in the circle, Sir Potter." He commanded in a polite way. I did as he said and soon, the patterns on the giant circle door began to glow.
"So you are a Potter..." He said in an awed manner. "Excuse me sir but what exactly did my family do? You're not the first person to be shocked after knowing I'm a Potter." I asked curiously. This is actually killing me.
"Ah, so you grew up in a muggle world just like your great grandfather. Worry not, you'll learn all about your family once you get to Hogwarts. Now follow me." He answered, his voice returning to its normal tone.
I followed the goblin through a dimly lit tunnel before ending up in-front of another door. Except this time it's a wooden door.
"Sir Potter, your family has left this for you. In case you were not the Potter they meant, all this would be passed down to the next Potter." Goblin-man stated as he opened the door, revealing mountains upon mountains of gold coins.
My jaw dropped onto the ground, I scratched my eyes and blinked a few times as I stared at all the fortune in-front of me.
"Harry Potter was the first to start saving money for his future grandchildren, then it continued till' Albus Sirius Potter, James Potter II and finally Eden Potter. It's been years since another Potter has came in here." The Goblin explained, looking somewhat sad and distant. I'm assuming this goblin is somewhat close to my family before.
"I... I get to take out as much as I want?" I asked, looking at him nervously. "As much as your heart desires, Sir Potter." He confirmed with a nod.
I pondered for quite a bit. I could buy so many wizard's robes, so many books, so much food... I could practically own half of the town.
"How much would I need for 2 wizard's robe and my school essentials?" I asked, looking at him. He stared at me for a bit before smiling.
He managed to actually smile. I thought those lips were carved that way!
I took as much money as I needed. As much as I'd love owning half of the town, I won't do it. It'd be better to save up for the future instead of wasting all those gold coins on stuff I probably will only use once.
I left the bank afterwards and continued touring the town. I managed to identify a few buildings I'd visit once I get my essentials ready. There's the Nirvana's Astronomical Magic shop, Helenia's Magical Creatures shop and the Illusive Illusions shop.
I managed to get back to our meeting point just in time, seeing Hazel and Rafe already standing there. "Sorry for being late Ms. Weasley, I was a bit preoccupied." I explained with an apologetic smile. "That's fine dear, Rafael's brothers were lost in the first day." She smiled before taking us to a wizard's robe shop.
We entered a shop named 'Gladrag Jr's Wizardwear', so named cuz' it sold mainly wizard stuff. There were robes of all kind hanging on the wall, different kind of socks, hats... Everything a wizard would need.
As I walked around, I caught a glimpse of a cloak. This cloak, for some reason, attracted me. I felt as if I needed to buy this cloak. "Interested in the cloak?" The shop owner asked. I glanced at the counter and spotted a woman there. I could've sworn he was standing right there earlier...
"Uh... Yes. How much is this?" I asked, scanning the cloak. It has an interesting pattern, albeit a dark color. "That would be 75 gold coins." He answered, taking it off the wall. Good thing I brought extra coins.
"I uh... I've never been here before, plus it's my first year in Hogwarts so do you by any chance sell student's robes too?" I asked, seeing a smile grow on his face.
~A few minutes later...
Holy crud, two robes and a cloak cost me 150 gold coins! I've around 200 left, I don't know if that would be enough for all of my text books!
"Alright Rafael, you've a wand, you've your robes and you've a broom. Your owl is already waiting at your school and... Is that all?" Mr Weasley asked his son as they both left the wizardwear shop.
"And you... dear?" Mrs. Weasley asked Hazel, who was busy looking through her stack of books. "My name's Hazel H. Granger Mrs Weasley, and yes, I have everything I need." She answered with a huge grin.
"Me too." I added, earning nods from Rafe's parents. "Alright then." Mr. Weasley stated before snapping his fingers. Just like that, all of our newly bought items disappeared. "Don't worry, they've arrived at the castle, where all your belongings are waiting." Mrs Weasley assured with a smile.
I nodded before following them into a sweets shop, the Honeydukes sweet shop. "Are we gonna buy sweets?" Rafe asked, glancing around like a kid in a candy shop. Literally.
"No dear." Mrs. Weasley asked before walking straight up to the counter and whispered something into the person-in-charge's ear.
The woman behind the counter nodded before pointing at the back door. "Follow me, kids." Mr Weasley commanded before taking us to where the lady pointed. "Why are we in the staff's room?" Hazel asked as we entered the restricted room.
There was a door North of me which had 'Storage' written on it. "I bet there's a lot of candies back there." Rafe said with predator's eyes, eyeing the door. I suppose he's a sweet tooth.
"No, we're not gonna break into the storage room," Ms Weasley warned before taking out her wand, "Wingardium Leviosa" she chanted, moving a red box out of the way to reveal a hatch. "Wow." Hazel said before taking the lead and being the first to walk down the set of stairs. I was last.
As we walked, I suddenly remembered... I haven't bought the books I needed yet! But I didn't see Hazel or Rafe being books either... Are they prepared for us? If so, why the heck did the letter as me to prepare my own books.
I decided to just ignore that thought, it has to be prepared for us. We continued walking down a flight of wooden stairs. I noticed grass growing on the side, more growing the lower we go. At the end of the flight of stairs was some sort of moss-covered wooden door.
"Wow..." I mimicked Hazel as we entered what looks like an underground forest, after going through a wooden door. I did not see this coming. It was a very thick forest with lamps hanging on the tree branches, lighting up the only path visible. "Alright kids, let's go. I'll walk behind to make sure you're all safe. There might be Unwanteds here." Mr Weasley warned.
Now I'm sort of scared. What creature could be in here? I mean the leaves are so thick sun- Wait what the heck am I talking about? This thing is underground. Of course there won't be sunlight!
We reached the end of the path, which led to some sort of opening with a body of water in-front of us. It looks like the end of the forest, there's literally no more ground past the body of water. "Huh. The boats aren't here yet? I guess we're early. Either that or we're late." Mr. Weasley pondered.
"It's only 10:30 PM, we can't be late." Mrs. Weasley scolded her husband, at the same time her voice hinted uneasiness. Surely we can't be late! Mr. And Mrs. Weasley have done this many times.
Wait, what did they mean by boat? We're gonna travel to Hogwarts by boat? How?!
I mean unless we're travelling through a portal, I don't see how it would be possible.
