𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 - 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘺 𝘫𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘱𝘰𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘹 𝘰𝘤 (h.j.p)

𝔠𝔥𝔞𝔭𝔱𝔢𝔯 𝔬𝔫𝔢 | 3.1

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The summer before Celeste's third year at Hogwarts seemed to stretch on endlessly, filled with long days of waiting and anticipation.

Separated from her friends, she found solace in the familiar routines of home, but there was a lingering sense of longing that she couldn't shake.

As the days turned into weeks, Celeste often found herself lost in thought, wondering what adventures awaited her at Hogwarts and yearning for the companionship of her friends.

Despite her efforts to keep busy with studies and family obligations, there was an undeniable emptiness that seemed to pervade every moment.

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When the time finally came to reunite with her friends at the Leaky Cauldron, Celeste's heart fluttered with excitement and nervous energy.

Stepping through the door, she was immediately greeted by the familiar faces of the Golden Quartet and the bustling atmosphere of the wizarding world.

"Hermione, Ron, it's so good to see you both!" Celeste exclaimed, her voice laced with genuine affection as she embraced them in turn.

Hermione smiled warmly. "Celeste, we've missed you! How was your summer?"

"Oh, you know, the usual," Celeste replied with a playful twinkle in her eyes.
"Studying, practicing spells, trying not to hex my annoying little cousin. The usual."

Ron chuckled. "Wicked! Did you manage to avoid any major disasters?"

Celeste shrugged nonchalantly. "Well, there was that incident with the garden gnome, but I'll spare you the details."

As Celeste scanned the room, her gaze fell upon Harry Potter, and she couldn't help but feel a rush of emotions wash over her.

He had always been handsome in her eyes, but now, as he stood before her, she couldn't help but marvel at how much he had matured.

His frame seemed stronger, his features more defined, and there was a quiet strength in his demeanor that spoke of the trials he had faced over the summer.

Harry approached them, his eyes bright with excitement. "Celeste, it's great to see you! You look... amazing."

For his part, Harry couldn't tear his eyes away from Celeste, who seemed to glow with an ethereal beauty that took his breath away.

Her auburn hair cascaded down her back in waves, framing a face that radiated confidence and grace.

Despite the passing of time, she remained as captivating as ever, and Harry found himself falling under her spell once more.

Celeste's cheeks flushed slightly as she flashed him a charming smile. "Why, thank you, Harry. You're not looking too bad yourself. Must be all that heavy lifting at the Dursleys'," she teased, nudging him playfully.

Harry laughed, a genuine grin spreading across his face. "Yeah, you could say that. But enough about me, tell me everything. How was your summer?"

Celeste's expression softened as she glanced around the room, her gaze lingering on the faces of her friends. "It was... eventful, to say the least. But being here with all of you makes it feel like home."

Hermione reached out to squeeze Celeste's hand, her eyes filled with understanding. "We're here for you, Celeste. Whatever you need."

Celeste smiled gratefully, her voice tinged with emotion. "Thank you, Hermione.
That means more to me than you'll ever know."

As they exchanged greetings and caught up on the events of the summer, Celeste couldn't shake the feeling of guilt that gnawed at her conscience.

Despite her mother's efforts to shield her from the truth, Celeste couldn't escape the weight of her father's actions.

She knew that he was a wanted fugitive, accused of betraying Harry's parents and seeking revenge against those who had wronged him.

Confiding in Harry, Hermione, and the Weasley family, Celeste felt a sense of relief wash over her, knowing that she wasn't alone in her struggles.

The quartet settled into the warmth of their friendship, and Celeste couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude for the bonds that held them together.

In moments like these, surrounded by the people she loved most, she knew that she could face whatever challenges lay ahead with courage and grace.

Together, they would face brutal obstacles that lie ahead, united by the bonds of friendship and the shared journey that awaited them at Hogwarts.

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