Saiai no Densetsu

Disclaimer: Please see chapter 1

Author's Note: All foreign languages are in bold. Aura link speak in italics.

Chapter 2 Moving Along

Carina POV

I woke up the next morning to find Hermione and Ginny fast asleep and the smell of food in the air. Getting up, I went downstairs quietly as not to wake the others, I found Mrs. Weasley in the kitchen, cooking breakfast. When she saw me, she said, "Good morning, dear, how are you this morning?"

I yawned before I replied, "Still a little sleepy, but otherwise fine." She smiled at me before going back to what she was doing. I bit my lip. I really wanted to ask her for advice on how to handle the situation with Viktor, but didn't know how to go about it. Finally deciding to just go for it, I spoke, "Um, Mrs. Weasley?"

"Yes, dear?"

"Can I ask you something?" Oh Merlin, could I not sound anymore pathetic.

"Anything , sweetie." I opened my mouth to reply and I couldn't get it out for a moment before I swallowed and said, "I'm sure that Mr. Weasley told you how our arrival went yesterday. How I got knocked off the portkey?"

"Yes?" she replied, indicating for me to continue which I did.

"Well, while I was lost, I met someone. We kind of got to talking and he wants me to write him so we can get to know one another." She squealed happily and hugged me while saying, "Oh, dear, that's wonderful!"

"I would have thought so too, but I found out he's kind of someone famous and I'm afraid to tell him who I am." She looked at me strangely before asking, "Who is this boy?"

I took a calming breath before answering, "Viktor Krum." Mrs. Weasley was silent for several moments and I was a little scared before she asked, "Isn't he that Quidditch star that Ronald keeps going on about?" I only nodded. Then she continued, "Carina, sweetheart, if you want to get to know this boy, then you should. It's not like he's asking to court you. And he, of all people, should be able to understand how you feel." I nodded and sighed.

Then I replied, "Now I just have to figure out how to tell the others." Oh boy, I'm not looking forward to that. Especially Harry. Mrs. Weasley simply chuckled before going back to the stove. I help by setting the table.

Soon enough the smell of food brought everyone down and we ate in practical silence. Even the twins who were usually very loud and rowdy were not willing to break the silence. It wasn't until a loud pop sounded from outside, signaling the arrival of visitor, did the silence end when a knock sounded on the door. When Mr. Weasley opened the door, Uncle Remus and Uncle Sirius came in and immediately was at mine and Harry's side, looking us over before Uncle Sirius asked, "You okay, Pups?" Yeah, that's what he calls us. At first I thought he was only talking about Harry but he made sure that I knew that I was just as important to him as Harry was. And the same with Uncle Remus with Harry. Something for which I was very grateful for.

Later that day, I was at the desk with my eagle feather quill and a piece of parchment, biting my lip trying to figure out what to write. When I said that I've never had a pen pal before I wasn't kidding so I literally had no idea what to write. Deciding once again to just go for it, I started.

Viktor,

Let me just start with saying that I'm fine and I wasn't hurt after the Cup. But then I need to tell you who I really am. I'm sure you've heard of the Boy and Girl Who Lived? Well, my full name is Carina Seren Potter. My twin brother is Harry Potter. I'll understand if you do not wish to correspond anymore, but if you would like to, I would be very happy to get to know you better.

Sincerely,

Carina

P.S. My owl's name is Malaika. Please allow her to rest before you send her back. And she likes to bite those she doesn't like, so be careful.

Blowing the ink dry, I folded the letter, sealed it, wrote the direction on the front along with a return address, attached it to Malaika's leg. Then I sent her off. Now I just have to wait.

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It's been a week in which we didn't see much of Mr. Weasley or Percy since I sent my letter and I hadn't heard back yet. I was starting to get worried. Right now I was sitting with Ron, Hermione, Luna, Neville, and my twin in a compartment on the Hogwarts Express on our way to school when I heard a tapping on the window. Looking up, I was startled and overjoyed to see Malaika with a letter. Crying out with relief, I opened the window to let her in. She flew around the compartment for a moment before I pulled her to my chest, saying, "Malaika, oh you gorgeous girl, I was so worried!" She hooted at me before nibbling gently in my finger as I took the letter from her. Gently running my fingers over her feathers as I read it:

Carina,

I must say that I was very glad to hear from you and am happy that you were not hurt after the Cup. In regards to who you are, I kind of figured that out for myself when I saw you in the top box with who I am assuming was your brother. It does not matter to me and would still very much like to get to know you if you would allow it.

Sincerely yours,

Viktor

P.S. Your owl is very beautiful and well behaved. Thank you for the warning though she seemed to like me well enough.

I smiled and folded the letter as I put it in the pocket to respond to later when I was alone. I looked up to see everyone staring at me. I blushed as I demanded, "What?"

"Who was the letter from, Cari?" Harry demanded right back. Really? Seriously? I rolled my eyes as I replied, "A friend that I made at the Quidditch Cup."

Hermione's eyes brightened as she asked, "Was it Viktor?" I just smiled and nodded. Harry groaned while Hermione squealed with delight. I had by now told him about meeting Viktor, but I hadn't told him who Viktor really was. I really didn't want to hear it from Ron, but they would be angry with me if I didn't tell them. Before I could open my mouth to say something, Ron interjected, "Who is this Viktor? Do we know him?"

I sighed. I knew this wasn't going to end well as I replied, "No, you don't. You know of him, but you don't know him."

I could see the gears running through his head, but he still looked confused. My twin, however, was doing the best impression of a fish I'd ever seen as he choked out, "Viktor Krum! He's your Viktor?!"

I blushed at the insinuation as I muttered, "He's not really mine." I was then bombarded with questions by Ron. It wasn't until he asked me to get Viktor's autograph that I snapped, "Ronald Weasley, if you do not stop bothering me about it, I am going to permanently turn your hair Slytherin green!" He stopped bothering me until we were in the start of term feast. Afterwards, Dumbledore announced that instead of the Inter-House Quidditch Cup, we were having something called the Triwizard Tournament and that two other schools would be visiting and participating, one Beauxbatons and the other Durmstrang.

Then he introduced the new teacher for Defense Against the Dark Arts, Professor Moody, but then he continued, " Also I would like to introduce the teacher for the newest class, Professor Takahashi." He indicated a young man of no more than twenty. He was Asian looking with dark eyes. He scanned the room until his gaze rested on me. He stared at me for a moment before looking away. My twin noticed this as well and asked, "Why did he stare at you like that, twin?" I just looked at him, shrugged my shoulders, and said, Haven't the foggiest, twin."

Later that night, I sat at the desk by my four poster bed, staring at the blank piece of parchment in front of me, having no idea what to say. Just following my instincts, I started.

Viktor,

I was so happy to get your letter. You should be proud. Malaika doesn't take to everyone. Harry's friend Ron can attest to that.

Yes, that was Harry at the Cup. Ron's father works in the Ministry and was able to get us tickets through a friend of his. We're all at Hogwarts now and this year is going to be very interesting, though I am rather disappointed since we're not having our inter house Quidditch tournament this year. You see, I play Chaser for the Gryffindor team here and Harry plays Seeker. Sound familiar? I guess you can tell that I love Quidditch. I guess we get it from our dad since he was on the team too when he was in school.

I should also warn you. My twin and our friends know now that I know you, so be prepared to get the third degree if you ever meet them, especially from my brother. Also, Ron happens to be a big fan of yours, so he may ask you for your autograph. He asked me, but I told him to stop bothering me or I'd turn his hair Slytherin green permanently. Hasn't bothered me since, though I have no idea how long that'll last. So just be prepared.

It's late and I have classes tomorrow morning so I need to get some sleep, so I'll sign off here.

Until next I write,

Carina

I then tied the letter Malaika's leg and she flew away. As she disappeared, I went to my bed and laid down.

The next morning I was sitting with my twin and our friends, looking at my schedule that hadn't really changed since last year. I still had double Potions with the Slytherins first thing in the morning. I didn't have the new class, Pokémon and their Mysteries, until after lunch. Same as my twin and the others, including Luna. I sighed, mournfully. This is not going to be a good morning at all. I'm not looking forward to this.

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We walked into Professor Takahashi's classroom to find that the Slytherins were already there and Malfoy was shooting his mouth around. I ignored him and took a seat close to the front. After a few moments, Professor Takahashi appeared and began, "Good afternoon, class. I am Masahiro Takahashi. I come from the Kalos region in Japan. I expect everyone in this class to treat everyone around them with respect or you will be removed from this class, understood?" Every student nodded, though out of the corner of my eye, I could see Malfoy scowling. Oh boy, he's going to cause trouble. I could see it now.

The professor continued on, explaining about Pocket Monsters, better known as Pokémon. He then explained that they were all classified in eighteen different types, basically elementals. Then he gave each of us a Pokédex from the Kalos region and programmed them for each of us, while telling us not to lose them as they were our text book for this class. I could already see this as becoming my favorite class.

OOOOOOOOOOOOTIMESKIPOOOOOOOOOOO

I was sitting at the breakfast table Friday morning absently pouring through my Pokédex when a heard several chirps coming in my direction. I looked up and saw both Malaika and and unknown barn owl coming towards. Malaika was carrying a letter while the barn owl was carrying two or three packages as well as a letter. I smiled brightly. I had a letter from Viktor!

Once they were in my lap and the owls had some toast before leaving again, I opened the letter the barn owl brought first since I noticed that it was from my uncles.

Carina,

Moony and I took a visit to the Potter mansion to see what kind of shape it was in and we found these. In the larger package is a dress that belonged to your mother, along with some hair combs and some of her jewelry. In the smaller one is a Potter family heirloom that belonged to your grandmother. We thought that you'd like to have them. We're sending Harry something similar.

Stay safe, Pup.

Your Uncle Sirius

Opening the smaller package, I found a necklace with the Potter family crest as a pendant, a shield with two lions standing on their hind legs roaring at each other. I could tell that it was of goblin make. My eyes watered with tears at their thoughtfulness. Putting it around my neck, I saved the larger package for later and opened the letter from Viktor.

Carina,

Would you believe it if I told you that I attend Durmstrang? So we might see each other again soon. I cannot wait.

Yes, I can tell that you love Quidditch very much and maybe sometime we can play together. I am glad that you made the journey to Hogwarts safely and that you are in good spirits despite your disappointment.

As for your brother, I think I can handle it. After all, he's only looking out for you and he means well. Thank you for the warning about your friend and I have to ask: have you had to turn his hair green yet? Because if you have, I want to see it. It would be very funny.

Sincerely yours,

Viktor

I laughed out loud causing everyone to look at me and I just waved them off and put my letter away to continue eating my breakfast. I look up at my twin who was reading his letter from Sirius that came with his package that had arrived at the same time as mine. When he opened it, he revealed a signet ring in silver with the Potter crest. I sat there in shock. They had given us the marks of the Head of the Noble House of Potter, basically proclaiming us to be the Heads of said noble house.

I shook my head as I turned back to my remaining package and opened it. Inside was a beautiful emerald green gown with cap sleeves and an a line toile skirt with pearl white elbow length gloves, also a beautiful set of jeweled hair combs with emeralds and diamonds, along with a silver jewelry box with the Potter crest and motto, with pride and courage we prevail, engraved on it. Tears once again welled up in my eyes. They were beautiful. How my uncles knew that I would love these I'll never know, but I did. I folded the dress back up and quickly carried it back my dorm and hurried down to the dungeon so that I wouldn't be late to class. Snape, while he leaves me alone for the majority of the time, was still a jerk.

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After Professor Takahashi's class was finished, he called my twin and I into his office. I don't know what I was expecting but he handed each of us a Pokémon egg. Mine was a bright orange with black stripes. Harry's was a light blue with white spots. He then told us how to properly care for them and that he expected them to hatch at around the same time as everyone else got their partners, which was supposed to be a few weeks from now.

After he dismissed us and after my twin left the room, I turned and asked, "Why?"

"Because I can see great things for you, Miss Potter," was the only response that I received. He didn't say anything else and I knew that I wasn't going to get anything more from him today, so I turned around after making sure that my egg was tucked safely in my messenger bag that had an undetectable extension charm as well as a weightlessness charm and left.

That night I wrote to Viktor.

Viktor,

I can tell you with complete honesty that it does not surprise me at all that you attend Durmstrang. I hope that you get the chance to come to Hogwarts for the Tournament. I think you'll find the experience illuminating but I must warn you: be careful of the staircases. They like to change. They did that to my twin and two of his friends once...while they were going up them.

There's a new class this year. It mostly involves some new creatures that took up residence on the grounds. They're called Pokémon and they are absolutely fascinating creatures. There are so many different kinds and they all have something to do with an element. I can't wait for you to see them. I think you'll find them just as amazing as I do.

However, something strange happened after class today. The teacher, Professor Takahashi, called my twin and I into his office today and gave us each an egg, a Pokémon egg. From what I've learned in class so far, these are how Pokémon are born. When I asked him why, he simply said that he saw great things for us. I've been trying to make sense of what he said, but can't come up with anything. Oh well, I'll figure it out eventually.

Anyway, enough about me. How are you doing? I hope everything is going well.

Until I write again,

Carina

I then walk up to the owlery and sent the letter with a school owl before heading to dinner.