Whispers Of Hogwarts

𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐇𝐎𝐆𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐒

"Take care, darling. I never thought I'd see this day." My mother hugged me so tight I was almost gasping for breath.

"Don't forget us while being too preoccupied with your new accomplishment, Charlize." Charlotte said.

"Don't worry, I won't."
"Write letters to us. There's no internet connection over there so texting won't work." Mum said.

The King's Cross Station was flooded with people of all sizes. It took me quite some time to find that pillar to platform 9¾ but luckily I met with Harry who was obliged enough to show me the way. Mum shook his hands so many times I had to forcibly take her away.

"I'll miss you guys." I hugged them one last time before I went up the train.

I went through the compartments one by one until I heard a familiar voice.

"Charlize! Over here! Come sit with us." Harry yelled from one corner.

I was hoping to sit with Draco but this could be an opportunity to make friends with the Trio.

I approached and entered their compartment. As expected Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley were sitting there too.

"Hello. I'm Charlize Huxley. It's nice to meet you."
"Pleasure Charlize, I'm Hermione Granger. And that's Ron Weasley." She motioned over to the Ginger-haired boy who had stuffed his face with a chocolate frog.
"Hello." He said in a muffled voice. "Would you like some?" He offered me a frog which I accepted.

The train slowly started moving.

We all talked for some time. They were astonished (as would any other person) when they learned about my side of the story.

Suddenly Hermione grew concerned, "Harry, are you alright?"
Harry who was clutching his forehead replied, "No, my scar is hurting."
Ron interrupted, "What did the Ministry report? Did they find out who did it?"

I wonder if this was about the Quidditch World Cup.

Fortunately, Hermione refreshed my memory. "Charlize seems to be confused. Let me explain what happened. A few days ago, we went to a Quidditch World Cup, but unfortunately, it was disrupted by the invasion of Death Eaters. Death Eaters are not good news as they are followers of Lord Vold--, The Dark Lord or You-Know-Who. He is determined to kill Harry."
"Do you think he might be back?" Harry asked worriedly.
To which Ron replied, "Could be a possibility."

Hermione smacked him with a newspaper.

"You should be careful, Charlize. Even more so since you're new. You have no idea what he's capable of. He's ruthless."

I know what he is capable of, Hermione. I know very well of the events that have carved in your foreheads this year as well as the coming years at Hogwarts.

"You should be friends with us, Charlize."
"Of course!"

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After we departed from the train, it was already nightfall. Hermione and Ron were immersed in their conversation, while Harry proceeded to explain the different things that happen in Hogwarts. I just kept nodding.

Finally, I caught a glimpse of the familiar blonde boy. His gaze was already transfixed on me but his expression did not seem pleased.

"So that's that." Harry concluded.
"Wow. Can't wait to explore." I replied.
Just then we were interrupted by the Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts, Hagrid.

"Charlize, since yer's new, yeh have teh accompany the first-years the little small boats over there, yeh see?" He pointed out to the little boats. "Yeh need to get sorted."