A/n The first of the different perspective pics in the story. Please tell me do you like how i have written this particular chapter so that I know what to expect while writing the next one. A point I missed in Chapter 3 regarding neville's adventure to the chamber (thank you wolf970 for making me notice) the scene that Harry was acting out was actually how Neville had bragged about the story in the common-room.


The second of September is not a very good day for Anastasia Greengrass. Today it was breakfast and she knew it was going to be a quite one. After all the only one's having breakfast were her and Daniel. Both her daughters were finally going to Hogwarts. She was really proud of how both of them had grown up but she still wanted to coddle and protect them as the children as they were. But alas change is inevitable.

She was broken out of her train of thought when two owls came in the to deliver her first mail of the day. She knew these owls well one Jet Black the other Snowy white. She was a bit surprised that the owls came this early. The two of them must have written these letters last night and sent it.

"Hello Zeus, Hedwig how are you doing this early this morning. I wasn't expecting the two today. Must be something really important" the two owls hooted together confirming her suspicions. Why don't you two rest before going back. The elves have already restocked the owlrey with treats and water." With she took the letters from the two owls and started on the Daphne's letter

Dear Mother, Father and Grandfather,

The brat and I have reached Hogwarts safely. The journey in itself wasn't that exiting. You know the usual customary greeting and catching up with my friends regarding their summer. Well most of them are just stories about the quidditch world cup and their speculation of the dark mark. The only exiting part of the journey was my interaction with one Harry James Potter but I will get to that later. There is a lot to tell you about him after all.

Now getting to the important part, Astoria has managed to get herself sorted into Ravenclaw just as everyone expected. She doesn't seem to be very happy about it though. I could venture a guess that she wanted to go to Gryffindor to be with her prince charming. Who is supposed to be MY BETROTHED. Why can't she be friends with people her own age. Does she have to be that close to Harry?

"Seems like someone is getting jealous" Anastasia mussed

Moving on, this year Hogwarts will be host to the Tri-wizard tournament. The Other schools, Beauxbaton and Drumstrang will be joining us on the 30th of October. A day before all hallows eve and will be staying with us till the end of June. I think it will be a great opportunity to get to know the other schools. Maybe if like Beauxbaton well enough I might transfer there seeing how dad is pensive about the British political climate.

The next big news in Hogwarts is the new defense against the dark arts teacher for the year, Alastor Moody. Yah the Alastor Moody. I think Dumbledore just hired him for extra security for the tournament. Anyways most of the students have been talking about Moody being here is also to make sure Sirius Black doesn't try to come back to Hogwarts. At least the seniors are glad that Dumbledore hired a competent teacher this time.

Now getting to the part that you are more excited about. Yes I finally did to meet Harry Potter and I think he was hit in the head or something when he was a kid. I mean he talks about incredible feats like it was a walk in the park. Did you know he could bake sine he was 6 years old, Did you know he carries a pouch that has I don't know what and he made it himself. Did you know that he participates in illegal broom races just for the thrill of it. And that he carries a broom with him at all times so he can participate in a race when ever he finds one. There is nothing the guy doesn't know we started talking about quidditch and he gave Tracey a run for her money about quidditch facts then he starts talking about restaurants and cuisines with Millicent and he also talked about beauty products with pansy. The guy talked about pranking with Astoria, poisons and antidotes wit Blaise and politics with Nott. Draco however seem to be avoiding him like a plague though. When he asked Draco later why he avoided Harry, he just Shuddered.

Well I will admit that I did have a good time in his company. He is funny when he needs to be and can be serious the other moment. I do intend to get to know him more and make a decision of the contract by Christmas break. So please stop giving me the oh so subtle hints that you approve of the guy. Let me do this at my own pace without much pressure.

For now I bid you farewell. Please take care of yourselves and grandfather Please make sure you rest properly.

Lots of love

Daphne.

PS. I invited Harry over for Christmas. That's when you are going to tell both Harry and Astoria about the contract. While I play the innocent victim. Don't forget you people own me this much, period.

By the time Anastasia finished with her letter she was doing summersaults in her mind. Her daughter had finally given into her request and seems to be making an effort of getting to know the boy before making a decision. All she could do now was hope that everything works out.

While Daniel started on Daphne's letter, she started on Harry's letter.

Dear Ana,

I hope you are not overly depressed that both of your daughters have left for Hogwarts. Please remember that they are not going away forever, its only till the Yule festival. I know you will miss them but I'll try to make sure Astoria sends her letters weekly. I am not making any promises however. And don't worry yourself too much, I promised you in first year that I will take care of both of them and you know I keep my promise.

Anyways I finally was able to get the audience of your elder daughter and We had quite an interesting chat. I enjoyed her company immensely and relished on the praise she and her friends gave for my baking skills. All in all I did get to know a little more about your elder daughter.

In her company she did also invite me over for Christmas Dinner for which I am eternally grateful. She told me that Lord Cyprus is nearing his end and would really like to meet him at least once before he leaves us for his Athena. I know from our conversations that he misses her dearly.

As you are lady of the house I would ask your permission to when you would be able to accommodate me and my family to meet Cyprus. I know that Andy would like to meet him and pay her respects.

Yours truly

Harry Potter.

PS. I still have not made any progress on the wolfsbane potion yet. Damocles research notes tend to be really vague so I decided to try other potions by him so I know exactly what his brewing style is.

"Dear what does Daphne mean by Harry is coming over for Christmas?" asked Daniel

"Exactly that dear. Daphne invited Harry to come over for Christmas so that he can pay his respects to Cyprus. Also he said that Andromeda might join him while he visits Cyprus."

"hmm. Okay I understand that much but what about his part about telling Astoria and Harry?"

"Oh its really simple dear, its just that you have to announce the engagement between Harry and Daphne when they come for dinner while Daphne plays the part of the unfortunate victim."

"And why do I have to tell them?"

"well first because you are the Lord of the house. All announcements are to be made by the Lord of the house after all. The second reason is that this contract was initially meant for the you and not Daphne. Consider it as punishment for all the bad thoughts you have had about Harry since he became Astoria's friends."

Daniel Greengrass was definitely not looking forward to the coming Christmas.