The Truth.

Chapter 2- Research

My eyes opened and I immediately winced as the sunlight from my partly opened curtains assaulted my sight. I had a raging headache and sore eyes from crying myself to sleep. I knew there was nothing I could do with my newfound problem. I wouldn't wallow in self-pity. I just knew I would have to do some research. To the library I go but then my stomach reminded me that I needed food. I knew a couple things about werewolves from Professor Snape's lessons so I knew that my appetite would increase, as well as my senses. I released a sigh, cleaned up and threw on some clothes consisting of some jeans and a green top. I brushed threw my hair quickly, thanking that my wild curls had managed to be tamed from its usual look. I put on my uniform over the top and made my way down to the hall.

Walking through the doors of the great hall still amazes me every time. Finding out that I was different from others wasn't all that surprising. I was excited, to be able to fit in with others but even here, I never quite did. Being known as 'The brightest witch of this age' to some and others a 'Filthy mudblood.' I never felt comfortable with Harry or Ron either. But they were practically my only friends even if they annoyed me most of the time. Though recently they didn't really feel like my friends. I spotted Luna on the way to my table and she looked up and smiled. I made sure Ron was busy talking to Harry. They hadn't noticed me yet, so I quickly made my way over to her. "Hi Luna." She smiled airily and said "Hello Hermione. How are you feeling?" Now that she asked, I felt great, though I suppose it wasn't surprising. My muscles felt strong and I felt energised overall. "I feel great Luna, thanks for asking." She maintained her smile and replied "That's good. There seems to be no Wackspurts anywhere near you today. That's good." I smiled and turned towards my table but before could start to walk, I felt a light touch on my hand and turned to find Luna with a smile, but her eyes held a seriousness that I had never seen before. "Be careful who you trust Hermione. I'm here if you need to talk." I nodded and smiled though I had tons of questions, but I knew Luna just knew things and I trusted her completely.

Over the course of breakfast, I thought of what Luna said. What did she mean by be 'careful who you trust?' Surely, I can trust Ron and Harry, right? Though when I really thought on it, I got an uneasy feeling in my gut. "Blimey 'Mione. You've eaten more than me!" I winced at his loud voice. "Just hungry Ron." I didn't even realise I was on my 4th plate. Suddenly the noise in the hall seem to increase drastically. I winced but ignored the pain the best I could, but it just seemed to get even louder. I quickly exited the hall and decided to head to the library. Time to do research. I knew I would have to let at least Dumbledore know even just the thought of that sent my stomach turning. I just put it down to nerves. I took a deep breath when I entered the library. My safe place. My haven. The only place where I hardly get disturbed. No one's ever in the library so it's always quiet and the peace is never disrupted unless Ron arrives but that rare thankfully. I headed towards the mythical section and gabbed the books that I thought I would need. I could tell my sense were already starting to heighten. I was scared but I locked that terror away as I knew there was nothing I could do. Just had to be prepared the best I can.

I read all that I could on werewolves. We had only learnt about werewolves in Professor Snape's class but nothing on what I ended up reading. I read:

There are two types of werewolves. A werewolf or an alpha. A werewolf is forced to transform on a full moon and are not in control. They do have slightly better hearing and eyesight in human form and are stronger on the full moon but are not in control of their primal side. They are dangerous but nowhere near as dangerous as an Alpha werewolf.

An Alpha werewolf is rare but is a lot more powerful than an average werewolf. They gain the senses in their human form even if it's not a full moon, such as speed, strength, enhanced hearing and sense of smell. They are in control after their first two full moons. They can also transform whether there's a full moon or not hence why it makes them so extremely dangerous. Not only that, but their magic increases and become more powerful. There is only a record of four Alpha werewolves in the world, but they have all died but one. The great Lucian Kahn. No one knows of his location, but he mostly keeps to himself. It is said he only appears when there is an Alpha werewolf, but it has been rumoured that he has been dead for 40 years. Only know that if you encounter an alpha, run.

I scoffed at that. They make it seem as if werewolves are beasts and inhuman. I was extremely intrigued by this Lucian. I continued reading.

Facts: Aconitum or more commonly known as Wolfs bane can be used to subdue the wolf instincts and help almost make the wolf more docile on a full moon however it has the opposite effect on Alpha's. They become more aggressive as it is apparently irritating to them and makes their senses go haywire. It will make them irritated and almost jumpy and alert before turning towards aggression towards any one near apart from their mate.

I know I would have to be wary of wolfs bane. I was intrigued by the mate part and continued to read. I eventually found it under the one sectioned named mates. I read:

Werewolves get mates as well. Not much is known that werewolves can have mates, some have more than one, but it is aid that they are a gift. They complete you in every way. It is said that when they meet their soulmate, it's an instant connection however the bond develops over time and they gain more control after their bond is complete. When a wolf meets its mate not only will they feel complete, but they mate for life.

I released a shaky breath. I have a mate. I was scared but also excited. I was a little annoyed that I would be bound to one person, but I didn't have a choice. I released a sigh. I was worried about my first full moons. I knew I had to prepare myself the best I could, and I knew I would need to tell at least one person in case anything happened. I ignored the uneasy feeling I had in my gut and settled on Dumbledore. After all, he was the headmaster. I had a chance to be either a werewolf or an Alpha werewolf but that one was rare, so I doubt I could be that, right?

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