𝓑𝓮𝓵𝓵𝓮 • 𝓗𝓪𝓻𝓻𝔂 𝓟𝓸𝓽𝓽𝓮𝓻

4.6

"Songs are like the language of feelings. They express everything you can't and heal you."

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Everyone was sighing with anticipation, waiting for Professor McGonagall. Shuffling around in her seat, Aurora sat impatiently, waiting for her to start.

As soon as she decided to start conversing with Hyunjin, Professor McGonagall shushed the crowd and began talking.

"As you all know, tomorrow the students of Durmstrang and Beauxbatons will be arriving. I want you all on your best behavior. If there are any problems, there will be consequences." She beadily eyed the twins as they snickered quietly. "They will be arriving at 6 o'clock tomorrow, so make sure you are presentable by then. Classes will end half an hour early -"

"Wicked!" whispered Arundhati.

"-and students will return their bags to their dormitories before assembling in front of the castle to greet our guests. Again, I want you all on your best behavior. I will not tolerate any nonsense. Now, eat your dinner quickly and get a good night's rest." She waved her hands, and the food appeared on the table.

Everyone started digging in and finished quickly. Taking the opportunity given by minimal homework, Aurora, Hyunjin, and Arundhati finished their homework quickly and went to bed early.   

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There was an air of anticipation and excitement lingering over the students as they chatted quietly, waiting for the students of Durmstrang and Beauxbatons to arrive. 

"Weasley! Straighten your hat!" Professor McGonagall snapped at Ron. "And Miss Patil, take that ridiculous thing out of your hair!"

Parvati scowled and took a large ornamental butterfly out of the end of her braid, only to put it back on when Professor McGonagall turned her back.

The four Ravenclaws had snuck into the Gryffindor section with Harry, Hermione, and the Weasleys.

Professor McGonagall turned around and spotted them. Tired, she ignored them and settled everyone down. 

Ron, who had just checked his watch, said. "Nearly six. How'd you reckon they're coming? The train?

"I doubt it," muttered Eléa.

"Broomsticks?" asked Harry.

"Not from that far away, they'd die." snorted Aurora.

"What if they Apparate, maybe where their from, they're allowed to Apparate under seventeen?" 

"Hyunjin, how many times have I told you?! You can't Apparate inside Hogwarts!" said Hermione impatiently. 

"Aha! Unless I am very much mistaken, the delegation from Beauxbatons approaches!" Dumbledore said with a jolly smile. 

A gigantic black shape skimmed over the tree tops of the forbidden forest, and as it pulled up to the front of the castle, the light from the castle hit it, revealing a pale blue, horse-drawn carriage the size of a house. Arundhati shoved everyone in front of her out of the way, wanting to get a closer look, everyone following behind. 

A tall, blonde boy in pale blue robes jumped down and swiftly unfolded a set of golden steps. He then scrambled back in respect, frozen in place as a huge, black heel stepped out of the carriage followed by the largest woman she had ever seen, dressed head to toe in black satin with opals lining the ends of her expensive outfit. Her olive toned skin was a great contrast to her black eyes, both of which were severely complimented by her outfit. A moment after she got out, Dumbledore started clapping, followed by the students. The woman face relaxed into a brilliant smile, and she walked towards Dumbledore, who took her hand and kissed it in a welcoming manner.