Sasuke Uchiha in Harry Potter - Part 2

Personal Training

In France, at the Compiègne Forest, Draco ran every morning to build his physical endurance. Several Muggles ran there as well. Some found his choice of running attire odd, but they ignored him. Only a group of young people approached to strike up a conversation.

Draco, recalling how his old self would have ignored or dismissed the young Muggles, now followed Sasuke's advice: never underestimate people. He had come to respect Muggles, especially after the illusion they had shown him.

Young Person 1: Hello, do you live around here? We always see you running. My name's Eliot. What's yours?

Draco: My name is Draco.

Young Person 2: So, Draco it is. I'm Sabela. I notice you run fast, but don't you mind running in those clothes?

Draco: Is there something wrong with my clothes? he asked, thinking, I chose Muggle clothes to blend in.

Young Person 3: Well, those clothes are a bit outdated and not really suited for sports. By the way, I'm Bruno.

Draco: Sports clothes...

Eliot: They're more comfortable for running.

Draco: I see. Do you know where I can buy these sports clothes?

The young people led him to a sporting goods store. Draco was amazed by the products. Eliot explained the names of each item, from dumbbells, boxing gloves, and sandbags to bicycles. In the end, Draco bought sportswear but promised himself to return later and purchase more equipment to strengthen himself.

As the week passed, Draco began eating breakfast with his new friends every morning, while in the afternoons he practiced and studied magic, since he was of age.

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In Devon, England, Luna was also running to build her strength, dodging trees and climbing up and down the riverbank. Since she couldn't practice magic as she was underage, she focused on reading about Muggles and their inventions up until the 20th century. She collected these magazines while accompanying her father on his research trips.

Xenophilius: Luna, hurry up, we need to go.

Luna came up from the riverbank.

Luna: Give me 15 minutes, Dad.

Xenophilius, with a resigned sigh, sat down to wait for his daughter. When Luna rejoined him, she took her father's hand, and they Disapparated, reappearing in a forest.

Luna: Where are we, Dad?

Xenophilius: We're in the Durham Forest. I've received a lead on a Crumple-Horned Snorkack.

Luna: That's amazing, Dad!

Xenophilius: Come, let's get closer.

With a flick of his wand, he Disillusioned them both to approach stealthily. They walked about three kilometers, following the trail they had found.

However, at the end of the path, what they found wasn't a Crumple-Horned Snorkack, but a young rhinoceros.

Xenophilius: Must have escaped from a circus, I suppose. Sorry, Luna, it wasn't the Snorkack.

Luna: That's alright, there will be other chances. We might as well take some pictures with it.

Xenophilius: Good idea. I wonder what it eats.

Luna: I guess we'll have to find out, she said, pulling some fruit, a pudding, and chocolate from her bag.

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At Diagon Alley, Zacharias and his father had gone shopping. Zacharias took the opportunity to visit "Quality Quidditch Supplies."

Shopkeeper: Good morning, come in.

Zacharias: Good morning. We'd like a broomstick servicing kit.

Shopkeeper: Certainly, that will be 5 Galleons.

Zacharias, slightly hesitant, took the money from his pocket but figured it was worth the investment since it was a Firebolt and required proper maintenance.

Zaul Smith: Alright, son. We need to go.

Zacharias: Yes, Dad, let's go.

When they got home, Zacharias rushed to his room to change and then came downstairs.

Zaul Smith: Are you heading out?

Zacharias: No, Dad. I'm just going to run around the property.

Elizabeth Smith: We'll be having dinner in three hours.

Zacharias: Got it, Mom.

Zacharias: I can't relax, or I'll fall behind, he thought.

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At Greengrass Manor, in the courtyard, sparks were flying. Both sisters were engaged in a magical duel. Richard and Diana Greengrass watched from the window as their daughters sparred.

Richard: These girls... Even though we have special wards to prevent the Ministry from detecting underage magic, they still don't hold back.

Diana: My garden! My poor garden!

Richard: What happened to my delicate princesses?

Astoria: Sister, let's keep going.

Daphne: Fine, but don't complain when you lose.

The sisters exchanged determined looks and resumed their duel.

After their training, they both came inside.

Diana: Care to explain what's going on? You've been dueling all week.

Astoria: We're training, Mom.

Daphne: Besides, I feel like my magic has grown a lot.

Richard: Yes, I can see that, judging by the destruction. But what's motivating you two?

Daphne: We don't want to fall behind.

Diana: Alright, but next time duel somewhere else, not in my rose garden.

Astoria/Daphne: Sorry, Mom.

Astoria: Dad, do you know anyone who teaches sword fighting?

Richard: Swords? That's funny, dear. Wizards duel with wands, not swords.

Astoria: I understand.

Daphne: But aren't there wizards who fight with both swords and wands?

Richard: Not that I know of. You'd need both hands to wield a sword.

Daphne: And if there were a wizard who could use both? What would you call him?

Richard: I have no idea.

Astoria: That's easy, sister. He'd be a 'magical swordsman.'

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At Grimmauld Place, Ginny couldn't train with Harry and Ron, as her mother had forbidden it. The only thing left for her to do was study. Sasuke's words echoed in her mind: Knowledge is power.