One fine day, eleven year old Harry Potter was woken up by two bodies jumping on him. "Wake up Har, Wake up!" Exclaimed the two. "What is it?" He grumbled. "A letter has come for you!" Exclaimed one. In a flash he was up and running downstairs without apologising to the two who fell down when he ran off. Both Catelyn and Polaris looked at each other like " Can you believe him?" And followed him down.
They saw Harry sitting at the table about to read his letter. "Wait even we want to hear it!" Exclaimed both the girls.
Clearing his throat he started,"
HOGWARTS SCHOOL
of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY
Headmaster: Albus Dumbledore
(Order of Merlin, First Class, Grand Sorc., Chf. Warlock, Supreme Mugwump, International Confed. of Wizards)
Dear Mr Potter,
We are pleased to inform you that you have been accepted at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Please find enclosed a list of all necessary books and equipment.
Term begins on 1 September.
We await your owl by no later than 31 July.
Yours sincerely,
Minerva McGonagall,
Deputy Headmistress. "
After he finished reading, Eveline said," Well then Young Man. Let's send Minerva her reply and get dressed. We must be off to Diagon Alley." "Mum a letter came for Harry today from Gringotts. Goldbooth wants to meet him." Said James. "Don't worry James, I was going to take him there today. And don't you have work to do? The Auror office must be very lenient with you. Take your father and leave." Said Eveline sternly. "Geez Mum. I was just telling you about the letter." Said James. At his Mother's glare he quickly left, calling for his Father. Harry was disappointed. "No one wished me. It's my birthday after all." He thought mentally, careful to keep his thoughts hidden from Hermione.
"Why are you still here Harrybear?" Asked Eveline. "On my way Gran." He sighed. "He has no clue, does he Gran?" Smirked Polaris.
"I'm not the mother of 4 Marauders and the mother in law of 2 for nothing, my dear." Smirked Eveline.
Harry came down dressed in a stripped shirt, black jeans and Converse. "So how are we going to London Gran? Floo or are we apparating?" He asked. "Neither. We're going by a different way." Said Eveline as she opened the front door. Outside the door was a red Mercedes Benz SLS AMG. "Wow Gran. That's a Mercedes." Said Harry going starry eyed. "Yes dear. We are going by road." Said Eveline looking at her grandson happily. "But do you know how to drive?" Asked Harry. She scoffed in reply and showed him the addition to the Manor. There was a huge shed, she punched in a few numbers at the door and it opened to show 5 cars. An Audi R8 Spyder, an Aston Martin One-77, a BMW 5 Series, a BMW M6 coupe and one Audi S5. Harry went all googlyeyed. "Gran who do they belong to?" He asked. "They belong to us Harry. Along with the AMG. Let's go now no dilly dallying." Said Eveline. Harry and Eveline got into the car and they left through the gates. "The R8 Spyder belongs to Lily, the One-77 to James, Andy's is the M6, I have the AMG. While the 5 Series and S5 are used by all four of us." She said. "Wow. That's so cool Gran." Said Harry giddy with happiness. He never noticed the speed they were going. They reached London in over 45 minutes and Harry realised only when he saw his Grandma looking for a place to park. "Gran how did we reach here so early?" He asked. "Magic." Replied his grandmother laughing. "I set myself up for that didn't I?" He asked groaning. "Yes, dear. But it is magic. Andy has a few friends in the Magical Transportation department." Said Eveline with a wink as she found her space and parked the car. They got down and walked to the Leaky Cauldron. Eveline conjured a Nike Cap and handed it to Harry and said, "Better put the on, Har. Or else we'll never be able to leave." Harry nodded and put up his cap. They entered the Cauldron and were passing through. It was empty. The landlord Tom greeted Eveline by saying," Good Morning, Lady Potter, Master Potter." "Good Morning Tom." Said Eveline and Harry smiled at him. They went to the back of the pub, where Harry saw dustbins and saw Eveline tapping a few bricks with her wand. He saw the wall open to a bustling street. "Welcome Harry, to Diagon Alley." "Woah." He said in reply. "So what does your equipment list say?" She asked. He removed the letter from his pocket and said,"
First-year students will require:
Uniform: Three Sets of Plain Work Robes (Black)
One Plain Pointed Hat (Black) for day Wear One Pair of Protective Gloves (dragon hide or similar)
One Winter Cloak (Black, silver fastenings)
Please note that all student's clothes should carry name-tags at all times.
Books
The Standard Book of Spells Grade 1 by Miranda Goshawk
A History of Magic by Bathilda Bagshot
Magical Theory by Adalbert Waffling
Beginner's Guide to Transfiguration by Emeric Switch
One Thousand Magical Herbs and Fungi by Phylladia Spore
Magical Drafts and Potions by Arsenius Jigger
Fantastic Beasts and Where to find Them by Newt Scamander
The Dark Forces: a Guide to Self Protection by Quentin Trimble
Other Equipment
1 Wand
1 Cauldron ( Pewter, standard size 2)
1 set of glass or crystal phials
1 telescope
1 set of brass scales
Students may also bring an owl, a cat or a toad.
PARENTS ARE REMINDED THAT FIRST YEARS ARE NOT ALLOWED THEIR OWN BROOMSTICKS."
"Hmm. Doesn't change. Well let's go to the bank first." She said.
"Which one?" She pointed to a huge white building in reply. They walked towards the bank. Standing at the door were 2 goblins. Besides them was a poem,
Enter stranger, but take heed,
Of what awaits the sin of greed,
For those who take, but do not earn,
Must pay most dearly in their turn.
So if you seek beneath our floors
A treasure that was never yours,
Thief, you have been warned, beware
Of finding more treasure there.
"Wow. Gran that's so intense." Said Harry pointing to the poem which he was reading so intently. "Yes dear. The goblins do not take kindly to thievery." Said Eveline grimly. They walked in and waited in front of a goblin teller. "Hello Harpoon. How fare you? We have an appointment with Goldbooth today." Said Eveline smiling at the goblin. "Hello Lady Potter and Master Potter. I'll just check if Goldbooth is available." Said Harpoon leaning from his desk to smile at Harry. He called out,"Griphook. Check if Manager Goldbooth is available." The goblin Griphook nodded and walked away. "As for your question Lady Potter. I fare well. How fare you and Master Harry?" "We're perfectly fine, Mister Harpoon." Replied Harry. Griphook came back and said," Manager Goldbooth is available, Master Harpoon." "Kindly escort Lady Potter and Master Potter to Manager Goldbooth's office." Said Harpoon.
"Hello. My name is Harry Potter and you are?" Said Harry to Griphook while they were walking. "I know who you are Mister Potter. Even the goblins know of your deed." Said Griphook. "Here is Manager Goldbooth's office. We will meet again Mister Potter."
They both entered the office to see a goblin who looked much nicer. "Lady Potter nice to see you and Master Harry as well." Said Goldbooth. "Hello Goldbooth. How fare you?" Asked Eveline. "I fare well, Lady Potter. How fare you?" He replied. "We are fine as well. We're here in regards to your letter." Said Eveline. "Yes, Lady Potter. According to Lord Andrew, Master James and Mistress Lily, Master Harry will have a trust vault. Which will be refilled annually. And also his inheritances." Said Goldbooth. "What inheritances, Mister Goldbooth?" Asked Harry. "If you will Master Harry. Kindly press this indent." Said Goldbooth. Harry did as he was told. He felt a prick on his finger. Goldbooth passed a parchment towards him and told him to put 5 drops of blood on it. Harry did as he was asked. After 5 drops were put on it, the parchment glowed and the entire family tree was shown on it. On the very top was the name Godric Griffindor and Rowena Ravenclaw. And below them was the name Merlin and Morgana Le Fay. "Holy moly. Gran you knew about this?" Asked Harry shocked. "Yes I did Harrykins. Godric and Merlin from the Potter's side and Rowena and Morgana from the Evans' side." Replied Eveline. "So what does it mean?" Asked Harry. "Nothing as of now but when you go to Hogwarts you'll find out." Said Goldbooth. "Okay." Said Harry. "So Manager Goldbooth are we done? We have lots to buy." Said Eveline politely. "Actually Lady Potter. I made all the arrangements. Everything is being brought here. Only the pet and the wand you will have to buy." Said Goldbooth. "Thank You Mister Goldbooth." Said Harry graciously holding out his hand while Eveline looked on approvingly. Goldbooth took his hand and shook it. A young goblin came in with a bag and handed it to Goldbooth who in turn handed it to Eveline saying," Your things Lady Potter." "Thank You Mister Goldbooth." Said Harry shaking his hand. Nodding to him Eveline and Harry left. They walked to Ollivander's. Eveline and Harry went in. As they opened the door, a bell tinkled somewhere. And an old man came in front of them. "Ah I wondered when I'll be seeing you Mister Potter. Lady Potter how're you? 11 inch dragon heartstring and oak wasn't it?" He asked. "Yes Garrick." She replied and removed her wand. He continued talking while getting out a measuring tape and measuring his right hand.
"While your Grandfather preferred a 12 inch fir and dragon heartstring wand, your father on the other hand used a 11 inch Mahogany with the core of a unicorn while your mother used a 10 1/4 inch Willow with the core of a unicorn." Now the tape was measuring by itself while he was removing boxes. "Here try this. 12 inch fir and unicorn hair." Harry just held the wand after which Ollivander said," Well give it a wave." As he complied all the boxes came out from their storage. "No no and definitely not." Ollivander got another wand and gave it to him. Which again didn't work. The pile on the table kept on growing which made Harry sad, Eveline anxious and Ollivander happy. "I wonder." Said Ollivander and went to the back of the shop and got out a box. He came in front of Harry and handed him the wand. Harry took it and as he touched it red and gold Sparks came out from it. "Curious." Said Garrick. "I'm sorry but what is curious?" Asked Harry. "I remember every wand I've ever sold Mister Potter. It just so happens that the one in your hand 11 inch Holly and Phoenix feather, the Phoenix in question gave just one other feather. Why you are destined for the brother wand is curious. I'm afraid so that I sold the wand which did it. 13 and a half inch yew and Phoenix feather. Powerful wands. After all You Know Who did great things. Terrible but great. We must expect great things from you as well." Finished Garrick. Just then someone knocked on the window of the shop. All three turned to see Jean and Hermione standing there. Harry waved to them while Eveline paid Mister Ollivander. "See you Mister Ollivander." Said Harry as he skipped out of the shop. Hermione gave Harry a hug which nearly knocked him flat. "Mione." He said. "Done with your shopping Harry?" She asked. "Just a pet is remaining." He replied. "Ooh. Even us. What wand did you get?" She asked as they both happily skipped ahead after taking permission from both their mom and grandma. "11 inch Holly and Phoenix feather. What about you?" He asked. "10 and 3 quarters vine wood and dragon heartstring." She said. They reached Eeylops Owl Emporium and went in. Immediately Hermione's attention was taken by a eagle owl who gently nibbled on her finger when she put it in his cage. "Oi. That's a dangerous thing to do." Said the owner as she came in. "Oh. That's interesting. I've had him for ages. He hasn't shown that kind of love towards anyone. Would you be taking him Miss?" Asked the owner. "Yes please." Said Hermione looking at her mum who nodded. "That will be 10 galleons Miss. And the cage I'll give you for free." Hermione and her mother went to pay for the owl while Harry forged ahead. His attention was taken by a snowy owl. He put his finger through the cage and she nestled her head against his finger. "Gran. I'll take her." "Interesting choice Harrybear. Let's go pay for her." Said Eveline. They went and paid for the owl. "I hope at least Mione wishes me." Thought Harry in his private thoughts.
The quartet met outside the shop and Jean said," Well we must be going. Mum is waiting for us." " Bye Aztec. See you soon." Said Hermione. Harry was so sad that he didn't notice Jean and Eveline sharing a look. "Bye Snow." Said Harry and watched as the duo disappeared. "Well then Harry m'lad shall we?" Said Eveline and they left through the Leaky Cauldron. On the way back Harry did not say a word. Once they reached home, Harry took his stuff and went to his room and locked himself in. "He has no idea, does he mum?" Asked Lily, Elizabeth and Jennifer. "No he doesn't." Said Eveline with a smirk.