Haley had left later that night, so Harry finally had the chance to open his Hogwarts letter. After opening it he found the usual – book list and instructions for the new school year. He then saw something else sitting in the bottom that made his heart sink into his stomach. A permission note for all third years and above to attend Hogsmead.

He would never be able to convince his uncle to sign it. Sighing, Harry put the note away. It would be too much to hope for it to be signed. Deciding it was about time to get up, he headed downstairs to find the Dursley's already up and eating breakfast, sitting around the brand new television. Just as he sat down he saw the news presentation about the escaped convict Sirius Black. Not really paying much attention to the news or his uncles rambling, he sat down and served himself some breakfast. It was only when he heard his uncle's next words that he snapped to reality.

'Well, I'd better go and pick Marge up from the station.'

Just as Harry was about to say something, he heard the door open and a cheerful voice calling through the house.

'Morning, Mr Dursley, Mrs Dursley. Beautiful day isn't it?' Haley came around the corner, a big grin on her face.

'Good morning, dear, how are you today?' Petunia asked.

Surprisingly, Vernon and Petunia had taken a liking to Haley, even though she was best friends with Harry. Dudley, unfortunately had also taken a liking to her, which made her and Harry thoroughly disgusted.

'Oh, I'm actually really good. My mum sent me over. She found this really cool competition in the paper, and she wanted to know if you would enter with her. The prize is a holiday or something. She just needed one of you to sign this.' Haley held out a piece of paper, which Vernon immediately grabbed and signed.

'I was also wondering if Harry could stay over my house this week. I heard you saying that Marge was coming over, and was wondering if you wanted him out of the way.' Haley pleaded, as Vernon handed the note back to her, which she immediately put in her pocket.

Haley looked at them with pleading eyes, until Petunia finally gave in.

'Well, it will get the brat out of the way. You know how much Marge hates him' Petunia said to Vernon.

'Yay,' Haley squeaked, jumping up and down excitedly. She then grabbed Harry's hand and proceeded to drag Harry up the stairs and into his room.

'Ok, you need to pack everything important, since you'll be staying with us for the week. And make sure you put some of those clothes I got you on. I'll wait for you downstairs. I'm so excited.' And with that Haley left the room and headed downstairs.

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Harry came down the stairs ten minutes later to see Haley chatting animatedly to his aunt and uncle. He shook his head, even though she was best friends with him, they absolutely adored her.

'And who wouldn't?' Harry thought to himself.

At that moment Haley had looked up to see Harry coming down the stairs, all his things packed into a large duffle bag that looked about ready to explode.

'Ready to go?' Haley asked as she jumped up. As Harry nodded his assent, she thanked his aunt and uncle, and walked out the front door, Harry following along behind. In seconds they were entering Haley's house, before going up the stairs and into Haley's room. When Harry came into the large room, he saw a mattress set up on the floor, next to Haley's bed.

Harry put his stuff down on the floor, before following Haley's skipping form down the stairs.

'Mum, Harry's here,' Harry heard Haley call from in front of him.
As he entered the living room downstairs, he saw Rebecca, who immediately pulled him into a bone crushing hug.

'Good to see you again, Harry. Even if I did see you yesterday,' Rebecca laughed, Harry and Haley both joining in.

'Mum, Harry's going to be staying for a week while is Aunt Marge is coming. Apparently they don't get along too well,' Haley announced, winking at Harry. Harry had a feeling that Haley knew the exact reasons that he didn't get along with his 'Aunt.'

'That's fine, Hun,' she answered, before turning to Harry. 'You're always welcome to stay with us for as long as you want.'

'Thanks Rebecca. I don't think I would be able to stand it if I had to put up with Marge for a whole week.' He shivered, remembering all the times Marge had come to stay.

Harry really appreciated Rebecca allowing him to stay. She was starting to become a mother to him, and he really loved the feeling of being wanted and accepted. Harry was looking forward to returning to school, but he would really miss Rebecca, and especially Haley. Well. He wouldn't think about it. He would just enjoy his time with them while he had the chance. But for the first time since he had started Hogwarts, he started feeling regretful of having to return.

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