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Chapter 2

Letters

Harry placed the letter from Hogwart's next to him, while he opened Ron and Hermione's. He tore off the seal to Ron's and opened out the parchment.

Harry,

Thanks for your letter. Hope you're all right mate, everyone says hi. Bill and Fleur's wedding is in 2 weeks exactly, so mum said we can come and get you in a couple of days if you like. Hermione's coming tomorrow, but she said she'd wait for you here, as she doesn't want to intrude on the family, or something stupid like that. Hope they're treatin' you right mate. See you soon

Ron

P.S. Mum just said we're coming to get you later on today, at around 6 this evening. Hope that's ok. If not, well, we're coming anyway.

Harry smiled as he finished reading, they were coming today. Yes! He would finally be rid of the Dursley's. He put down the letter and turned to Hermione's.

Harry, I hope you're ok. Your letter scared me slightly. Just promise me you won't do anything stupid. This summer will be the last happy one together, let's not ruin it. After that, it's just me, you and Ron.

Don't be too hard on yourself Harry, and you know, at any point, we can go back to Hogwart's and talk to Dumbledore, in his frame. He can still help us. Please talk to us Harry, you know we're here for you, and we're in it together now, just us three. I can't bear to think of you, sitting alone right now, thinking of what's coming and what you're leaving behind. None of this is your fault.

Ron told me their coming for you today/tomorrow. Don't forget you've got your aparation test soon. I know Ron's pretending he's forgotten. I'll speak to you tomorrow Harry. Try not to lose sleep.

Love

Hermione x

Harry re-read the letter, he could see some small blotches on some of the lines where it was obvious she'd been crying. Hermione had always worried about him so much. He sighed as he folded the letter up and put it down next to Ron's.

Now for the last letter. Who was this from? Someone at Hogwart's was writing to him, but who? He undid the seal and unfolded the scroll.

Dear Mr Potter,

It has come to our attention, that considering recent events, it would appear that Hogwart's school of Witch craft and Wizardry would be under closure. This letter however, is informing you that the school is to remain open, even for one single pupil. Attached to this letter is a slip of paper concerning your choice. We would be grateful if you could send back your reply as soon as possible.

Regards

Minerva McGonagall (and staff)

Head Mistress

Harry finished reading the letter and flipped it over. There was more than just a single sheet of parchment. He pulled one free and read:

I Harry James Potter will be/will not be attending Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizardry from September 1st onwards.

Please circle the appropriate.

Harry laughed as he read the slip of paper, he found this an odd way to find out who was going back. Nevertheless he filled in the slip and laid it down on top of the other letters.

He pulled a second piece of parchment free and read:

Dear M Potter,

I insist I meet with you before the 1st of September. I have matters that need to be discussed with you as soon as possible. It has come to my attention that you do not intend to return to Hogwart's on September the 1st , or anytime after that. This did not surprise me in the least, however, I need you to understand the important fact that Hogwart's will always remain open for your use, if it is needed.

I will be stopping by The Burrow where I understand you will be staying for the remainder of your holiday. Hope to see you then.

Regards

Minerva McGonagall

Harry read the letter twice to make sure he understood everything she had said. He nodded to himself before setting the letter down on the windowsill. He tore off the third piece of parchment and taking a deep breath, read:

Harry,

Sorry it wasn't more personal; McGonagall wanted them all together for some reason. Hope you're ok down there. I've rebuilt my house, with a bit of help from all the staff. The Ministry have let Dumbledore be buried here in the rounds as well, so that's good ain't it? I've been worried about you Harry and now I'm more worried than ever. It's a dark and evil world out there. Be careful. But, well, I'll hopefully see you before you go. Bill and Fleur's wedding and all that.

Chin up Harry

Hagrid

Harry could also see some blotches on this letter. Though Hagrid's were considerably larger than Hermione's. He reached over to the bedside table and picked up some parchment, glancing at the clock as he did so.

2:48AM

He rubbed his eyes as he took out his quill and ink. He dipped his quill into the ink and began to write some quick responses.

Hagrid,

Don't worry about me, I'm fine. I'll see you at Ron's or wherever the wedding is.

Harry

Ron,

See you then. Everything's fine.

Harry

Hermione,

Stop worrying about me. There's no need to cry over it. I'll see you at Ron's.

Harry

Harry didn't know if that sounded insensitive or not. He was too tired to care now. He rolled up the parchment along with Ron's, sealed then together quickly and scrawled 'The Burrow' on the front. He rolled up Hagrid's, sealed it and scratched 'Hagrid's Hut, Hogwart's' on the front.

He got down from the windowsill and went over to Hedwig's cage. He put his hand inside and stroked her feathers. She opened a single beady eye.

"Hedwig, I need you to deliver these for me." Harry whispered. She hooted at him as he took her out of the cage and placed her on his bed. Se stuck out a leg, to which Harry tied the letters. She fluttered onto his shoulder as he walked over to the window to open it for her. She took off smoothly, Harry watched her silhouette become smaller and smaller until she had gone completely.

He shut the window as silently as possible and tidied away the letters. Taking off his glasses he climbed into bed. He stared at the ceiling, thoughts buzzing through his mind. Eventually, Harry drifted off into what was for once, a dreamless sleep.

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