The Crown Series - A Harry Potter Story

Securing new friendships

"That was awesome!" Hermione almost screamed into my ear.Turning to James she asked:"Where did you learned that? It looked freaking badass!"
"We like to train various martial arts back home." He replied, sitting next to me like nothing happened. After saying that he continued petting Artemis, who sat happily on his shoulder.
Hermione, looking quite disappointed that he didn't spilled some details, turned around with a sigh and started talking to Ginny about her holidays.

Me, still being tired from last night's lack of sleep, decided to listen to some music and to take a nap.
Leaning my head against the window, hearing ' memories ' from Conan Gray playing through my earphones , I slowly drifted off to sleep.

3rd person pov

The crown princess looked peaceful, as she slept with her head on the window, one of the only times. Usually her mind was running, with things the country expected, her parents expected or worst of all with things she expects from herself.

She tried to not disappoint them, to not let them down. But all this pressure really takes a toll on her.
The only time her mind wasn't spinning, was when she was asleep, so naturally she tried to have her rest, which was quite difficult after the World Cup.

Shifting a little in her sleep, Vasilissas head dropped on James shoulder, with her still deep in her dream.
James first reaction was to tense his whole body, but after he felt that it was just her head, he visibly relaxed. He also pulled her in closer with his arm, making sure she was comfortable.
Starting a conversation with Neville, the boys had some deep talk and soon became friends. He enjoyed having someone to talk to, now that Viktor wasn't here with them. Glancing at the watch on his wrist,he realised that the train ride was half way through and that he started to feel really hungry.

Luckily for him, the lady with the trolley passed through their compartment five minutes later.

"Hello dears, anything from the trolley?" The loud voice of the woman woke Lissa up, startling her slightly.
After waking up she realised where she slept, her head on James shoulder, her leg slightly draped over his, his arm securely around her shoulders.

Her cheeks slowly turning the colour of cherry blossoms, then she casted a glance at him.
As she noticed the knowing look on the woman's face, she hastily got up, turned her face away and searched for her wallet.
Taking a deep breath and turning around, she plastered  her usual smile on and forced her focus on the treats in front of her.

She listened to Hermione, then Neville and Ginny ordering stuff she never heard of, knowing fully well that she was going to miss Ira's food and France's drinks...

"Can I please get some chocolate frogs?" And two packs of acid pops?" She asked, giving the Lady a bunch of coins, as she was getting her change back, James started to order, which took a while.
After everyone was satisfied with their choices they bid the old lady goodbye and started to split the sweets, so that they could try everything.

Alyssa was throwing an acid pop in the air and catching it with her mouth. After that, she watched James, unpacking a chocolate frog, who surprisingly jumped in direction of the door only to get caught by his hand. Following the action he ate the poor frog. If the frog would have been faster he would have gotten away...

"Hey! Let's play a round of exploding snap!" Neville suggested excitedly.
"Uhh yeah. I haven't played this game in ages!" Ginny exclaimed, throwing her book to the side and leaned forward in her seat.
"That's a lie! We played it just last year on the train ride back home!" Hermione laughed, petting her orange cat, which eyed Attila warily.
"Sure we can do that but you have to explain the rules. We've never played it before." James said, munching on his fourth chocolate frog.
"Oh sure. The games really easy. You just need to ..."