Whispers of the Heart: Secrets Unveiled at Hogwarts

Secrets of the Chamber

After Godrick Gryffindor spoke about the special chamber where we were to stay, my father couldn't help but interject with a worried tone, "As the Chamber of Secrets...?!"

The founders exchanged glances, and then Salazar spoke to allay our fears, "Yes, it's similar in nature, but rest assured that your children will be safe under our guidance. We are here to teach them so they can fight against dark wizards, promote peace, and assist the Muggle world. They possess unique powers that require proper guidance to awaken. As for Lily Luna Potter, there is a two-part prophecy regarding her. The first part foretells that she will become the most powerful witch in the world, embodying qualities from both her parents. The second part pertains to her soulmate, which we know of, but the time for that revelation will come. The wizarding world is on edge, and we believe Lily should remain here until she becomes powerful enough to face her enemies. We understand your concerns, but we will ensure she doesn't turn to the dark side."

With those reassuring words, our parents found comfort in the founders' explanations. After the founders patiently addressed every remaining question from our parents and put their concerns to rest, it was time to say our goodbyes. And then the founders explained the strict rules we are going to follow, including meal times, curfew, and how we should address each other.

The rules dictated a daily schedule: breakfast at 7 am, lunch at 1 pm, and dinner at 7 pm, all of which we shared with the founders. Leaving the chamber was strictly forbidden, and we were expected to stay in our rooms after 9 pm. Within our chamber, we addressed each other as Lord or Lady, respecting the customs of old.

After that, the founders guided their respective Heir and Heiress to their assigned rooms. Salazar uttered the password, and my room's door opened, revealing a sight that left me in awe. It was beautifully adorned in the traditional Slytherin colors of green, silver, and black. Salazar informed me that all my belongings had been carefully arranged.

The sight of my expansive wardrobe was the first to capture my attention. It was not just big but incredibly vast, offering a wide array of clothing options, including dresses, shorts, shirts, jeans—everything a Slytherin student could need. I couldn't help but feel entranced by the thoughtfully designed room.

While contemplating my new surroundings, I decided it was time to freshen up. A relaxing shower invigorated me, preparing me for a well-deserved night's rest.

The first rays of dawn found me wide awake, and I rose promptly at 6 o'clock. After freshening up in the bathroom, I made my way to the common room to prepare for my first day of lessons at Hogwarts. A sense of eager anticipation filled the air, along with a touch of trepidation.

Breakfast was a communal affair. The hall boasted a massive table with eight chairs set in pairs, each representing the four houses of Hogwarts. Our revered founders had already taken their seats. We exchanged greetings with one another, a mixture of excitement and curiosity running through our small group.

After the initial camaraderie, the founders presented us with the schedule of classes they would personally instruct us in. Each founder had their own set of subjects, tailored to our unique needs:

Rowena Ravenclaw: Transfiguration, Charms, Astronomy, Divination, Arithmancy, Study of Ancient Runes, and, exclusively for the Heiresses, "How to be a Proper Lady."

Godrick Gryffindor: Defense Against the Dark Arts, Weaponry, Dueling, and, exclusively for the Heirs, "How to be a Proper Man."

Helga Hufflepuff: History of Magic, Herbology, Muggle Studies, Healing, Household Charms, Cooking, Sewing (Heiresses only), and, "How to be a Proper Lady" (for the Heiresses).

Salazar Slytherin: Potions, Dark Arts, Care of Magical Creatures, Dueling, and, exclusively for the Heirs, "How to be a Proper Man."

In preparation for our academic journey, the founders provided us with a tour of the various classrooms, the dueling room, the kitchen, our common room, and the library. Each class and room had precisely four seats, one for each of us Heirs and Heiresses.

As the sun rose higher in the sky, our first day at Hogwarts finally began, and we eagerly embarked on our educational adventure.