Professor Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore, the Headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, stands up after all of the students have been sorted.

He smiles down at the younger ones, along with the new students, "Dear students," he starts, "This year brings a new light," he says simply, "and," he hesitates, "perhaps, a new darkness as well. But, never fear my young pupils; such is life. I will, of course, remind you that the forbidden forest is, of course, just that, forbidden. Do not, and I mean do not, enter the forest. Our grounds keeper, Argus Filch, wants me to remind you that there is a list of banned and offensive items in Mr. Filch's office. It would be wise to check that list every so often. No need to forget or not know of something, now is it?"

Albus smiles down at the students, "Now," he says in a serious tone, "Please, remember that all of the Professors, regardless of house, are here for you," he looks over to Draco, "Simply ask and we shall help you."

He claps his hands, "Well! Without further to-do, I would also like to introduce our new Defence Against the Dark Arts teacher, Penelope Warren."

There are a few mutters from all of the four tables, even among the professors table, as Penny stands and nods her head toward the students. She then sits back down. The Warren name is legendary amongst all of the Wizarding World, not just Wizarding Britain; in fact, the Warren family has many seats amongst the ruling bodies of many magical countries (including the Wizengamot!)

"Well," Albus roars, quieting down the hall, "Let the feast begin!" With a wave of his hand, the feast appears before the students and the professors.

Albus turns to Penny, after all of the students have started toward their respective dorms, "Professor Warren, would you mind speaking with me in my office?"

Penny smiles, "Of course not, Albus," she winks, "And, you know you can call me Penny."

Albus smirks and, if one looks close enough, they might even see a hint of a blush sneaking up on his face.

Upon entering his office, Albus takes a seat behind his desk. "Lemon drop?" He offers.

Penny rolls her eyes, "Still forcing those things on unsuspecting youngsters, Albus?" She chastises.

He laughs, "Not forcing; offering," he smirks with a twinkle in his eyes.

Penny laughs and goes over to Fawkes, easily scratching beneath his neck, "Hello Fawkes," she coos, "How has he been treating you?"

"My lady", Fawkes sings, "He has been treating me well."

Penny smiles, "Good," she rubs Fawkes neck once more, then goes over to Albus' desk.

He shakes his head, "It always amazes me how you can speak to Fawkes."

Penny's smile turns into a grin and picks up a lemon drop, unwrapping it and popping it into her mouth, "Well, Albus," she winks, "That is my secret."

Albus laughs, "Penny, you are something else." He sighs here and looks into her eyes, "But," he cautions, "I fear for your granddaughters."

Penny nods, "This is about them entering separate houses." She reasons.

Albus nods, "This cannot be a coincidence; especially with Mr. Potter being here."

Penny sighs, "I know. Speaking of Mr. Potter, I would like to speak with him about my relationship with his parents. I think it's time he learns the truth."

Albus sighs, leaning back in his chair, "I have tried to make it so Harry does not have to worry. So that he can have as close to a normal life as possible but, with the return of Tom, I am unable to do so."

Penny nods, "Harry needs to learn of how great a family he comes from. He needs to know before Tom decides to strike next."

Albus nods his head again, "I have the feeling your granddaughters will play an important part in this, Penny. On this reasoning, I must know. How did they receive their wands?"

Penny smiles, "As you know Albus, my family does not go to Ollivander's, or any other wand shop for that matter; we make our own."

Albus nods, "I am aware. If memory serves me correctly, your family is also quite skilled in wandless and verbal magic."

Penny nods, "Yes, we are," she states without bragging, "But, even more so, my four girls. Something about them brings them closer to one another. You, of course, know that the three eldest were destined to become the Charmed Ones."

Albus nods and with a sigh, shakes his head, "I remember. It is with a heavy heart that I recall Patty's decision."

Penny sighs, leaning back as well, "Yes. But, with them going in separate houses, I have the feeling that we have not seen the last of their destiny. Something will happen, I'm sure of it."

She continues, "Now, as far as your question on wands. Each of my daughters constructed their own wands. Paige's wand is made of a mixture of Yew and Alder. I've never seen such a wand but it's both dark and grey, with a little light as well, but it's fantastic."

Albus' eyes go wide, "Yew and Alder? Fantastic. She made it herself?"

Penny nods, "Of course she did," she smirks, "That is a tradition, after all."

Albus smirks but doesn't say anything.

Penny continues, "Well, the wand does not have a core yet. Phoebe had a vision that consisted of Paige meeting something with yellow eyes that allowed her to use a part of its body for the core. No idea what it was though."

Albus looks concerned, "Yellow eyes? I take it that she saw that it was here, at the school."

Penny nods, "Yes."

Albus sighs, "And, here I was, hoping for a quiet year. Harry deserves it; they all do."

Penny smiles, "Anyway, Phoebe's wand has a core of a Hippogriff Talon and the wood is made of Hazel and Willow. It has a bit of a blue tint to it and it has edges that wind around the center and get larger toward the tip."

Albus shakes his head, "That is a fantastic mixture." He smirks, "You do see the connection, of course?"

Penny nods, "She is in Ravenclaw."

Albus nods, "And, of course, Paige is in Slytherin." He stands, heading over to his bar, "Firewhiskey?" He offers as he pours him some.

Penny smiles, "Of course, Albus."

He grins and returns with the bottle and two shots.

Penny sighs, taking a swig of the Firewhiskey, "Then Piper's," she smiles, "Piper's core is made of Unicorn Tail, freely given by a local Unicorn," she shakes her head, "that Piper saved. By doing so, Piper's hand was nearly lost but she freely gave of herself to save the unicorn so the unicorn did the same for her."

Albus' eyes go wide, "And the wood?" He leans forward, very excited.

Penny grins like a Cheshire cat, "Elm."

Albus shakes his head, "No," he says, "Really?"

Penny nods, "Yes, Albus," she pours another shot for herself.

Albus sighs, "And Prudence?"

Penny grins, "Her core is made up of two things; Phoenix Feather and Veela Hair, both freely given. The wood is made of Alder."

Albus shakes his head, "They've returned." He downs his drink.

Penny nods, "Yes, Albus, they have." She smirks, "And, so have I," and with that she launches herself over the desk and jumps on Albus, "Now, give us a kiss." She says hungrily.