A/N: So the next, I think, 3 or so chapters are really short, so I'm posting several of them. You better not complain. I was up til 2am this morning typing them from my handwritten manuscripts. So, as always, enjoy, and R&R if you feel so desired.
Chapter 4: Diagon Alley
Minerva smiled at Celia's reaction. Amazement never seemed to leave the girl.
"Shall we go by Gringotts and get you some money?" asked Minerva, gesturing to the magnificent marble building at the end of the street.
"No, I got money out of my account before leaving America, just in case," said Celia, patting her pocket.
"Well then, in that case, we shall start at Flourish and Blotts. Now, you are taking Transfiguration, Defense Against the Dark Arts, Charms, Care of Magical Creatures, Astronomy, Herbology, and Ancient Ruins, is that correct?"
Celia nodded as they stepped into the bookstore. She took a deep breath and smiled.
"You like the smell of books too?" asked Minerva as she made her way towards a bookshelf.
"I love to read. I don't care if it's a Muggle book or a Wizarding book, I love it."
Minerva smiled as she handed Celia the books she would need. The girl was so much like herself and Hermione Granger. Minerva sincerely hoped that when Celia got sorted, she would end up in Gryffindor.
"The Standard Book of Spells Grade 5 of course…. A Thousand Magical Herbs and Fungi… oh wait, I already have this one… A Guide to the Heavens… nice title… Defensive Magical Theory… hmm… Translating the Past, that's interesting looking…," murmured Celia to herself as Minerva handed her each book.
After Celia purchased her books, the two witches heads towards Madame Malkins so that Celia could get her school robes. The Apothecary was next, where Celia got the necessary ingredients for Potions. Celia got some parchment, ink, and some spare quills, and treated herself to an eagle feather quill. They made a final stop at Eeylops Owl Emporium so that Celia could get owl treats for Jemima, and then Minerva Apparated Celia home.