Harry Potter and The Silver Fox

The Sorting Ceremony

Hogsmeade, September 1, 1991. 7:16 P.M.

The train had finally arrived at Hogsmeade. Hogsmeade was a picturesque little village of cottages and shops, that resided next to Hogwarts. "Right, then! First Years, this way, please! Come one now! First years , don't be shy!" The familiar voice of Hagrid could be heard as all the student exited the train in their uniforms. "Told you I'd be the first person to greet you here. And I always keep my promises." Cyrus said whispering into Harry's ear as the three of them made their way over to Hagrid. "Hello, Harry. Cyrus." Hagrid greeted them. "Hey Hagrid." The two greeted him as Ron just looked at Hagrid in awe due to his height. "Right, then. This way to the boats. Come on now. Follow me." Hagrid called out as he led the first years, to a bunch of lantern lit row boats as the three boys sat in the same one. The boats then began to move on their own through magic as they made their way to the large castle that was Hogwarts. Ron and Harry looked on in awe while Cyrus looked on with a proud grin.

Some time later after walking many large flights of stair, Cyrus recognized the familiar green robed witch at the top of the stair that led to the large set of doors of the great hall. Once at the top the first years were greeted by none other than Professor McGonagall. "Welcome to Hogwarts." She greeted. "Now, in a few moments, you will pass through these doors and join your classmates, but before you can take your seats, you must be sorted into your houses." She informed as she looked around at the many faces in the crowd of students. But when her eyes met with Cyrus's she gave him a soft smile which he returned. "They are Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin. Now, while you're here, your house will be like your family. Your triumphs will earn you points. Any rule-breaking, and you will lose points. At the end of the year, the house with the most points is awarded the house cup." McGonagall explained, but before she could continue she was interrupt by a plain looking boy, presumably Neville, since he found his toad, who just so happened to be by McGonagall's feet. Shortly after retrieving his pet toad named Trevor, Neville retreated back into the crowd of students.

"The sorting ceremony will begin momentarily." McGonagall mentioned as she walked away. "It's true, then." A blonde boy called out. "What they're saying on the train. Harry Potter has come to Hogwarts." The blonde boy stated as all the other student minus Harry, Cyrus, Ron, and Hermione, began to gasp and whisper amongst themselves. "And Cyrus Dumbledore is finally attending his first year." the boy spoke again as all the other students erupted into whispers once more. "This Crabbe and Goyle... and I'm Malfoy." The blonde boy said introducing himself and his two bodyguards, if you will, as he walked up to Harry and Cyrus. "Draco Malfoy." Malfoy said as Ron snickered at his name, causing Draco to look at him. "Think my name's funny, do you? No need to ask you yours. red hair and a hand-me-down robe? You must be a Weasley." Malfoy spoke as Harry and Cyrus looked at him with annoyance.

"You'll soon find out that some wizarding families are better than others, Potter. You don't want to go making friends with the wrong sort." Malfoy stated as he turned to look at Ron and then back to Harry. "I can help you there." Malfoy then stuck his hand out for Harry to shake, but Harry simply looked at Draco's hand. "I think I can tell the wrong sort for myself, thanks." Harry replied as he looked at Draco with a serious expression. Then McGonagall returned with a rolled up piece of parchment as she tapped Malfoy on the shoulder. The blonde then turned to look at her and back at Harry before going back to his spot.

"We're ready for you now. Follow Me."

The large doors opened into the Great Hall. The large hall had enough space to hold every student, with four large and lengthy tables, one for each house, and fifth one as well for the main staff and guests. The Hall had tall walls that reached up to the ceiling, which was covered with floating candles  and enchanted to look like the sky above.