Hello again, I'm not sure how often ill be able to update but Itll be when I have free time which is now :). I have a few chapters prepared so updates shouldn't be toofar apart.

Umiko13- Thank you so much that means a lot! I think my Scorpius is quite alternative and quite different to Draco I hope you like him!

Albus boarded the Hogwarts express on the 1st of September ready for his 4th year at Hogwarts. He was a little excited, but extremely nervous to be going back to where he knew his anxiety had stemmed from. Rowell and his pals were in their fifth year now, and they were looking a lot tougher and stronger than when they were in their second year. James and Rose only saw the occasional name call from Rowell, they didn't know the full extent of the bullying Albus faced. James had witnessed a few panic attacks over the years, and he had once forced him to go to Madame Pomfrey for a calming draft, but James never told on him and he was so grateful. But unknown to Albus, James and Rose had been worrying for a while now.

Albus lent through the barrier to platform 9 and 3/4 and faced the scarlet red steam train. James followed through and clapped a hand on his younger brother's shoulder, Albus jumped. "You ok Al?" James said with concern in his voice. "Yea I'm fine James, you really don't have to keep asking me" him and Rose had been asking Albus over the summer how he was feeling a lot, and it was starting to annoy him. "Look Albus, please tell me if someone is giving you a hard time or hurting you. Me and Rose are worried you're drawing into yourself and even Lily suspects something's up. I know you keep saying 'I'm fine' but I feel like you're not the same" James was facing him now, the worry evident in his eyes. Albus didn't know what to say, he vowed to himself that he would put on a better show and do his absolute best to hide all his panic attacks from James. "I'm sorry you're worried James, but I'm honestly ok, I'm looking after myself." replied Albus with a smile to hide his lie. He hated feeling like he was being a burden to people. James smiled back and ruffled his hair, it was becoming a way for them to show brotherly affection and Albus liked it.

11 o clock was almost upon them, and Albus, James, and Lily kissed their parents goodbye before boarding the train. Harry Potter was very proud of his children, and always got a little emotional when he saw them board the Hogwarts express knowing they had many adventures to await them, and knowing their time at Hogwarts would be much safer than his. When it was Albus' turn for a hug of his dad, Albus didn't lean into the hug, he found the physical contact unsettling, and Harry pulled away and looked Albus in the eye. "Albus, if there's anything troubling you, please know I'm here for you, and me and your mother love you" Albus swallowed and tried to smile, he felt bad for lying and keeping things from his dad, but he knew it was for the best, he didn't want to look weak and he wanted his dad to know he was a true and brave Gryffindor. "I'm fine dad, I love you too" Albus replied. His father released him and the three children boarded the train, and they chose a compartment with all of his cousin's. Rose greeted Albus with a sincere hug, and whispered "Are you ok?" Albus didn't like all this hugging.

"Rose I'm fine" Albus said with as much defiance as he could muster. Rose hesitated, but seemed satisfied and they sat down for the train ride. Albus' insides felt like they were bubbling, he was worried about the first time he would see Rowell and what he would have up his sleeve for Albus to endure, and he was anxious about having to be around lots of people again where they might see his weaknesses, even being in the compartment made him nervous...an enclosed space where he couldn't run if he needed to. Albus watched his family play games of exploding snap and chat about the upcoming things that would take place at Hogwarts. He played a few games of exploding snap after Lily and Hugo's nagging. When Albus had played his last game, he looked out of the window and tried to focus his mind on the happier days that would come this year.

When they arrived at Hogwarts, they were greeted by Hagrid calling for the first years. He called down to Albus and the rest of the Potters and Weasleys "Welcome back you lot! Good summer?"

"Great thanks Hagrid!" James called happily, Albus gave Hagrid a warm smile and walked to the carriages. Albus had survived the train journey with no more scrutiny from James or Rose and was looking forward to the feast. They arrived in the entrance hall and waited to go in, but something stopped Albus in his tracks; he'd just seen Rowell and his mates and they were looking more threatening each year, their heads way above a lot of the crowd. Albus stood behind James who was slightly taller than him but kept calm, he could make it if they didn't see him. Whilst looking out for Rowell when walking to his house table, he spotted who he knew to be Scorpius Malfoy with the other Slytherins. Scorpius had sleek platinum blonde hair, which was disheveled in a stylish way. He had square glasses and was rather tall and thin. He had a defined jaw line and mysterious, round grey eyes. There was an intelligent and cool demeanour about him, and he looked at Rowell like he was something that didn't smell nice. Scorpius suddenly looked at Albus and Albus diverted his gaze quickly, he hoped his cheeks hadn't flushed. Albus had been questioning his sexuality ever since he started at Hogwarts, and discovered that that was bisexual. He hadn't told anyone, but if they asked he wouldn't lie. Albus sat down facing away from the Slytherins so he could focus his mind elsewhere. The sorting flew by, and a delicious feast appeared in front of them, Albus felt happy eating and talking with his friends and he began to relax. He went up to his dormitory that night feeling better than he had that morning. His room mates greeted him with little enthusiasm as Albus had never been able to make friends with them, but Albus didn't mind to much and he shut his curtains and got to sleep.

Really sorry if this chapter is rubbish, I wanted to establish the other characters and show their relationships :)