There is no good or bad
The night was full of stars. After a rainy week, the dark clouds were finally replaced by clear skies. A fresh scent of earth from yesterday surrounded the air. A few dews gleamed above the flowers in the elaborate garden of Privet Drive 4. It was only about an hour for the sun to show itself. In this dark spot of twilight, a cold wind gently squeaked the garden gate.
A snake crawled in the wet grass, rose on the owner's knee who is a few weeks away from the age of seven, wrapped around his shoulders. The snake wrapped herself at the magic-protected warm body and leaned her head on the soft fabric.
The little boy grazed from the meditation with the hug of his friend around his neck, stroked the shiny skin and smiled. It was getting easier to reach the core every day. He could now move the magic around his body at any time. The child was sitting in the garden in the middle of the night, as Marvolo thought it would facilitate the focus more with an open air instead of a dark muffled closet. Fortunately, the child did not need to be afraid, as a charming lady took care of him. The proud snake did its job well and managed to remove a few unnecessary bullies. Harry's school days had been more bearable since he met his new friend.
Of course, it also helped to raise his freakishness in the eyes of the school. The snake occasionally was pulling his head out of the collar and hissing to the bullying muggles, the other times She stayed silent under his clothing while remaining invisible to the teachers. She had already had two girls burst into tears, and several bullies run away. Snake Aphrodite seemed to enjoy quite a bit scaring the young children. Her laughter seemed like death threats to 'innocent' muggles.
Harry, Marvolo, and the cute snake agreed upon it and decided on the name Aphrodite. The proud snake praised her scales and agility, said she couldn't settle for less than a goddess' name. After long efforts and a few mice, they managed to get the name of Aphrodite accepted.
Harry and Aphrodite found themselves in the garden, accompanied by a few spells that prevent the wind and keep the temperature warm. Even though Aphrodite went hunting for a while to catch a mouse, she soon returned to her owner. The quiet night was like a blessing for the little boy after the fatigue of the long day. After a weekend with the shouts of his Aunt and uncle, and Dudley's bullyings, Harry started to think about how nice it was to be alone .
After the little boy expanded the old thin blanket he had laid under him, he leaned his head on one arm and slept. Aphrodite was curled into his chest. Harry dreamed how wonderful it would be to fly, as the stars gleam from the sky and he smiled. Just a few more weeks ... He could fly as he wanted later. Maybe his magic would drag him too high, it could help him to catch stars…
* Marvolo? Have you ever heard of a wizard or witch who reached the stars? *
Maybe… Harry… Magic is so limitless… Maybe one of the clever wizards has found a way to the stars…
* How wonderful it would be to be a star ... You can watch the world from afar all day long ... No one disturbs you ... You can witness magnificent things from above, from the sky ... You can see thousands of creatures ... Vampires just walk at night ... Werewolves howl to the moon ... Forest fairies sing songs to the night ... For centuries and eons You can watch an endless tale from the sky… *
It would be a lie if I say I am surprised that the stars can affect you so much, my little one... After a childhood with those damn muggles, the most impressive thing in your life is the stars and a quiet night ...
The little boy tried to ignore the painful words of his friend who is stuck in his mind. There wasn't a single day when Marvolo did not humiliate the muggles. Even though he looked at his own family and agreed with his friend's ideas, the last thing Harry wanted to think about at that peaceful moment was the Dursleys. Wonderful magical creatures and brightest stars that outshine each other adorned his dreams. He did not want to move away from that magical moment that had created thousands of colorful stories in his dreams. He would have returned to his normal life a few hours later. Was it too bad he wanted to take advantage of this peaceful moment?
Marvolo probably felt the child's changing mode, interrupted and asked.
Have I ever told you about Hogwarts?
The little boy got out of his thoughts, answered.
* No, Marvolo… You didn't mention… *
An unforgivable mistake! There is no one who is a magician and does not hear about Hogwarts!
His friend's disbelieving words caught Harry's attention. He couldn't prevent his curiosity.
* What is Hogwarts? *
A scandal! How do you not know Hogwarts?
Hogwarts had attracted the child. He stopped sleeping and sat excitedly. He did not notice Aphrodite, who was hissing, irritated because of his sudden movement.
* I really don't know, Sir ... Please tell me about Hogwarts. Please…*
Marvolo succeeded in hunting the little boy with his intriguing words. After waiting for a few seconds, he spoke.
I will forgive you and tell you because I know you have just learned the magic… Listen carefully now…
Harry nodded and waited like an exemplary student. He dived into the world of day dreams with the deep voice of his friend.
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is the best magic school ever in the world. A huge gothic castle… In the depths of Scotland… In the lands where no muggle cant disturb… Dark Forbidden Forest on one side… It contains all sorts of magical creatures… With thousands of potions and plants… Centaurs… Giant spiders… Ghouls… Big hidden ancient tree caves… on the other side of the Black Lake… right next to the Hogwarts dungeons… You can come across dozens of sea animals and creatures in the lake… The biggest is the legendary giant squid… The sea accompanying it… Water snakes… Spenders… Many towers in the castle… Hidden passages… Pipes carrying basilisks… Moving portraits on walls ... Talking pictures ... Dozens of famous ghosts ... One crazy, poltergeist pranks students ... Stairs that love to surprise you ... A wonderful magic world beyond dreams ... Hogwarts is the most magical place in the galaxy ...
The little boy dreamed of the magical castle, where he sit listening with large eyes. He found himself in the corridors where there are pictures that speak. He climbed up the stairs that loved to surprise. He flew in the hills of the towers. Wandered through the Forbidden Forest. The he ran with the centours. Dived into the Black Lake and glided through the mer people. Wandering through the magnificent wonders of the world of magic, of the most magical school, he watched. What a wonderful, miraculous thing Hogwarts was…
* Can I go there too? * Asked the boy. He wanted to say, "Will they take me, too, Hogwarts?" A lot of money should have been necessary for such a great school. The Dursleys would not pay five cents for Harry. While he was doing housework, being their slave, they wouldn't let him get in. He wold not able to find the money to go to Hogwarts. The little boy thought it was a nice dream to go to Hogwarts. But it's just a dream…
Of course, Harry…
* But how? * The boy said desperately. He pulled his knees on his lap and hugged himself. Aphrodite hid his head in Harry's neck, as though he felt his sadness.
By the age of 11, the magic letter carried by an owl will be waiting for you in the mailbox, my little one…
Didn't Marvolo understand the main problem?
* I don't have money to go to Hogwarts, Marvolo… *
The desperation in the child's voice obviously led Marvolo to give the necessary answer.
All children in the UK are registered with Hogwarts from the moment they are born...
The eyes of the little boy were suddenly filled with hope. The emerald green almost pierced the darkness when glowed.
* So can I go to Hogwarts too? *
He asked once more to be sure. Although the answer was clear, he did not want his hope to be broken later.
Yes, my little one…
Harry jumped excitedly on the spot, put a kiss on the head of the snake that curled around his neck. He laughed with joy, ignoring Aphrodite's angry hiss. After throwing himself on the ground and lying down, he stared at the sky filled with happiness. He was so happy ... The last time he was this happy, he learned that he was able to do magic.
The rest of the night passed with stories about Hogwarts and fantastic creatures. When Marvolo wanted, he could really be a talented narrator. Among the amazing stories, the child felt that sleep was enveloping him. He did not neglect to tell Aphrodite to wake him up when the sun rises. The cute snake has proved many times before that she is a good companion. He closed his eyes with confidence that the snake would awaken when necessary.
Wake up, Little Master, wake up… A new day full of delicious mice is waiting for us…
Harry opened his eyes to the day, yawning, with the hiss of Aphrodite and the wetness on his face. The memories of last night were still in his mind. He smiled.
The sun was beginning to show itself. Nature was slowly moving. Bird chirping had increased and the wind had gone out. One of the old neighbors was watering his flowers early. Mrs. Figg had released her cats to the garden apperantly.
The little boy quickly went to his cupboard after opening the door with magic. He did not want his aunt to learn that he could get out of the cupboard at any time. He hadn't waited too long and His aunt banged hard on the door of the cupboard. The child returned to real life with a deep sigh, Harry started his daily routine after shouting "I'm up, Aunt Petunia." Breakfast… Dishes… Dusting… School… Laundry… Dinner… Dishes… Collect Dudley's toys… Tidy Dudley's room… Tidy the hall… Enter the cupboard and stay silent when the cupboard door is locked…
Harry finished his daily affairs with "Yes, Aunt"ies and "Got it, Uncle"s. He came to school at the last minute. Thanks to Aphrodite, he managed to be completely invisible meanwhile ignoring his peers' fearful stares. With the dreams of Hogwarts, he went into classes and remained silent. At Marvolo's insistence, he ate a plate full of dinner without Dursleys notice him.
While choosing dirty laundry from the rooms, he stopped with Marvolo's question.
Harry, do you know where the muggles keep their money?
The little boy nodded, even though he did not understand the cause of the question.
* In the pocket of my uncle's jacket, in my Aunt's bag and kitchen cabinet
Hmm… Dudley's Money is in his school bag… *
I want you to sneak five pounds each week from every one of them…
Harry's eyes widened anxiously. He looked around nervously, even though he knew that they would not hear.
* But… this is... Marvolo… This is theft! If my uncle caught me, he'd kill me… *
Don't ever think those damn muggles can hurt you ... No muggle can stop you when you have magic…
* But It's wrong… *
Wrong or right… What does it matter… As long as you reach your goal, you are strong… There is no good and evil, there is only power and those too weak to seek it
Harry remembered when he was little, he would hide Dudley's broken toys. He had eaten secretly from the nice meals without the Dursleys noticing. He snacked from Dudley's biscuits without asking. While he was doing these, he never thought of theft. He had never been brave enough to steal money when his uncle told him often that he was nothing more than a waste.
* Why do we need money? * Asked the boy with indecision. He knew that Marvolo was right, of course, but his fear of getting caught prevented him.
You remember I promised to take you on a journey to the magic world if you could learn to fly, right?
The boy smiled with the dream of the adventures they would take in the world of magic. He remembered their agreement. He nodded silently.
We need money for the trip. You didn't think a little boy could go hitchhiking through the streets of London alone?
He chuckled how funny it would be to hitchhike with Aphrodite. Perhaps it would be enough to scare the drivers. He returned to the moment without angering Marvolo.
* Okay, Marvolo… But don't you think it's better to take it after everyone sleeps? *
They are sitting in the living room right now. It would be smarter to take it when they are not in the top floor.
The little boy glanced down the stairs and listened to the television accompanying Aunt's rumors about neighbors. There was no trace of their coming up. After putting the laundry aside, he took five pounds without wrinkling his Uncle's jacket. He knew that Uncle Vernon would not pay attention to the amount of money, but Aunt Petunia was very careful about ironing of clothes. After he got the same amount from his aunt's bag, he bent over. Ignoring his heart, which beat with fear and excitement, he hid the money in his socks. He gathered the laundry again and entered the Dudley's room this time. After taking five pounds from his bag, he take a deep breathe. He left the room without touching to toys on the floor.
After entering the bathroom and operating the machine, he waited a few seconds to calm his heart. His palms were sweating. He hoped that the Dursleys would not notice the redness of his face. Who was he deceiving? No one would care, even if he was sick with fever. He took a deep breath and went down. He felt once again invisible. He started to tidy the kitchen, passing through his supposed family, who did not see him. The dinner had already been eaten and nothing more than a few fruit plates. His eye was at the kitchen door, he put his hand in the old vase and took it up to five pounds. It was good to know that her aunt would not count the money.
When he got out of the kitchen a few minutes later, he entered his cupboard without saying anything. About half an hour later, Half an hour later, he relentlessly relaxed as the door locked, releasing his breath. After squeezing the money into a narrow gap at the bottom of the wall, he lay down on the bed. For the first time in months, since he knew the magic, he closed his eyes with uneasiness. The timid beats of his heart never stopped during the night.