𝐴𝑅𝐶𝐴𝑁𝐸; Harry Potter au

chapter 1

Harry Potter had reached the point of exhaustion in his relentless pursuit of a girl who held an undeniable disdain for him. Despite investing an extensive four years in pleading with her to afford him a chance and to demonstrate the apparent perfection of their compatibility, her unwavering resolve to deny him that opportunity remained intact.

In the face of his persistent advances, the girl remained steadfast, refusing to yield to the boy's entreaties. Her resistance manifested in various forms – jinxes, curses, and even physical altercations. Yet, despite these obstacles, the boy remained resolute, demonstrating an unwavering determination that surpassed the adversities hurled in his direction.

The echoes of such tenacity seemed to reverberate through familial ties, drawing parallels to his father, James Potter. James, too, had engaged in a protracted pursuit of his now-wife, Lily Evans, throughout the entirety of their shared school years. The enduring legacy of pursuit and determination appeared to be a familial trait, casting a shadow that transcended generations.
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The start of Lyra's fifth year arrived with a swiftness that caught her off guard. The reprieve from Harry Potter's constant presence, a respite she had relished during the break, was abruptly replaced by the looming return to Hogwarts.

Having savored the tranquility of not being shadowed by Potter's ubiquitous presence across the school grounds, Lyra reflected on her eventful summer. Venturing to the United States had provided her with new experiences, including a series of casual hookups with Americans that added a layer of excitement to her vacation.

Now, standing on Platform 9 and 3/4, flanked by her enigmatic parents, Bellatrix and Rodulphus Lestrange, Lyra felt a palpable shift in the air. The morning had unfolded in a silence punctuated only by her parents' exclusive dialogue, a customary occurrence that, over the years, had become Lyra's normal.

The warning horn blared, signaling the imminent departure of the Hogwarts Express. Amidst the platform's bustling activity, Lyra sensed the urgency to board the train before it left her behind.

As Lyra hurried onto the train, a familiar burst of red hair caught her attention, her partners in mischief, Fred and George Weasley. The trio's camaraderie had blossomed in Lyra's first year at Hogwarts when the Sorting Hat had declared her a Gryffindor. Despite the Weasley twins being two years her seniors, it was a rare sight indeed to find Lyra navigating the school's halls without one of them at her side.

"hello there, love" Fred noticed her before his brother.

"hey guys, haven't seen you all summer" she replied.

"kinda hard to see each other when you're in another country innit" George chuckled.

"don't be and arse Georgie she might punch you" commented Fred.

Lyra shot an exasperated glare at the mischievous twins, her eyes narrowing playfully as she shook her head at their undoubtedly scheming expressions. With an exaggerated sigh, she playfully muttered, "You two are going to be the end of me," before breaking into a smirk.

Determined to escape their inevitable antics for a moment, she started strolling down the narrow corridor of the Hogwarts Express. The rhythmic clatter of the train beneath her feet provided a soothing backdrop as she scanned the compartments for a space to call her own.

The distant calls of her name spurred Lyra to quicken her pace, but the mischievous voices of Fred and George Weasley were persistent. With infectious grins, the twins hastily caught up, weaving through the crowded corridor as they continued their playful banter.

"Lyra, don't be like that! We just wanted to make sure you're not escaping us," Fred quipped, a mischievous glint in his eye.

George chimed in, "Yeah, Hogwarts wouldn't be the same without the unstoppable trio, would it?"