I Kneel Before No One | Harry Potter

T H R E E

T H E next stop for Evanora was Madam Malkin's, where she could acquire some presentable clothes. While Diagon Alley was still quiet, she quickly walked to Malkin's.

"Good morning. You sure are out early; we don't get many visitors this early. How can I help you?" The small, plump woman greeted her warmly.

"Good morning to you as well. I'd like to get a full wardrobe," she smiled at the kind woman.

"Oh," Madam Malkin gasped. "Well, it's a good thing you came early then, dear; I can get it done today. Now, up on the platform."

Evanora stepped up on the platform to be measured.

"How would you like everything? Colors? Accents?" Madam asked while taking measurements.

"Clothes for summer and winter. I like purple, black, and gold, so any combination of them. I'd also like if you could pick colors you think go best with my complexion."

"Of course, dear, I'll make sure heads will turn when you walk past. I'm assuming you'd like all heels? You look like a heel girl," Madam said, smiling.

Evanora chuckled at her eagerness, "Yes, I am."

"Alright, dearie, I'm all done. You can come back by the end of the day; I'll have everything ready. Best to bring a trunk to put everything in."

"Can I get something to wear now? I'm not exactly in the most presentable clothes."

"Of course. Follow me."

Madam took her towards the back of the store, went through a few racks picking up some things, before walking back to Evanora.

"Here you are: a light cloak, shirt, skirt, and knee-high heeled boots."

Evanora's eyes practically sparkled when she saw the outfit.

"It's beautiful; you know fashion."

"Well, I try," Madam said, looking smug before they both laughed.

"Here, put it on; I'll be waiting."

After a few minutes, Evanora stepped out of the changing room with the outfit on.

"You look absolutely beautiful; you can have it free of charge," the woman said, looking at Evanora like she was her granddaughter.

"Thank you, Madam. I'll be back later tonight."

"Looking forward to it," Madam said as Evanora walked out the door. Evanora pulled the hood of her cloak over her, remembering Bella's words for when you go to Knockturn Alley.

As she walked, her eyes quickly scanned the area for anyone before she darted into the alley. She soon came to an old-ish strange-looking store labeled "Unique Wands for Those Who Are Brave Enough." Seeing as she had nothing to lose, she walked in.

"Hello," she called out. "These are some weird-looking things."

"They're cores, not weird," a soft coarse voice said from the side of her. "Here for a wand, young one?"

"Was it that obvious?" Evanora sarcastically said, rolling her eyes.

The man ignored her as he brought out different types of woods.

"Put this blindfold on and feel for which woods are drawn to your magic."

She picked up the blindfold, covering her eyes. She began moving her hand over the woods, slowly going over the different types of wood until she picked one up.

"Ivy wood is associated with tenacity, stamina & endless patience. Ivy people are strong & determined; they set goals and achieve them. Ivy people should take care that their ability to easily overcome obstacles does not lead them unwittingly into ever more challenging situations. Keep going."