It's 1st September. I woke up feeling tired. My mind was buzzing with all the spells, potions and facts Dumbledore had taught me and it felt like I hadn't truly rested in weeks. I got out of bed and splashed some cold water on my face. Coral stretched lazily on the windowsill as I woke him up. We made our way down to the kitchen. Dumbledore, the gracious host, joined us. I don't know why I hated him before I've met him. Coral and I ate quickly, eager but nervous about the day ahead.
After breakfast, Dumbledore "Ready to go?" he asked.
"As ready as I'll ever be."
"Now, hold on tight."
With that, we teleported once more, the familiar sensation of the ground disappearing beneath our feet washing over me. When we reappeared, we stood on a hill surrounded by trees, with a magnificent castle resting majestically with a water view.
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"And that..." Dumbledore said, gesturing to the gigantic building, "...is Hogwarts. Headmaster Dippet will be expecting you. So you're a member of the Marinos family, that's what you will say. Remember to tell him you're a transfer student from Magisfalis, the Institute of Magic Arts and Sorcery in Greece. Your parents moved to Ireland for work and you needed a transfer to Hogwarts to be closer to them. He's expecting you in his office. Good luck, Adrian."
Before I could protest, he handed me a sealed letter and vanished, leaving Coral and me alone on the hill. I looked at Coral, a bit bewildered. "Why would he leave us here and not teleport us directly to the castle?"
Coral flicked his tail, looking just as confused. "Maybe he wants you to get a feel for the place on your own."
I sighed, adjusting my suitcase, which contained my books, clothes, magic ingredients and everything else I needed. With my wand hidden under my wrist, I started walking towards the castle, Coral padding silently by my side.
"Remember, stay calm and be yourself." Coral encouraged. "You've got this."
A wooden bridge stretched across a small stream, leading to a courtyard adorned with a magnificent fountain at its center. I crossed the bridge and as I approached to the fountain, I noticed a man standing nearby, his attention fixed on a small creature. He looked up as I approached, a warm smile spreading across his face.
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