I’m Harry Potter - Chapter 26

“Yes, but that doesn’t mean that I don’t regret having put you there.” Albus said, with a remorseful look on his face.

“You’re forgiven. Whether that makes a difference or not is up to you.” I said.

“Thank you” he said.

“No problem, now onto something more fun, has my acceptance letter been written yet?” I asked.

“Yes, I have it here somewhere.” Dumbles said, flipping through the papers on his desk. “Ah, here it is.” He said, handing me two pieces of paper.

HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY

Headmaster: Albus Dumbledore

(Order of Merlin, First Class, Grand Sorc., Chf. Warlock, Supreme Mugwump, International Confed. of Wizards)

Dear Mr. Potter,

We are pleased to inform you that you have been accepted at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Please find enclosed a list of all necessary books and equipment.

The term begins on 1 September. We await your owl by no later than 31 July.

Yours sincerely,

Minerva McGonagall

Deputy Headmistress

(Second page)

HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY

First-year students will require:

1. Three sets of plain work robes (black)

2. One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear

3. One pair of protective gloves (dragon hide or similar)

4. One winter cloak (black, with silver fastenings)

Please note that all pupil’s clothes should carry name tags.

COURSE BOOKS:

All students should have a copy of each of the following:

•The Standard Book of Spells (Grade 1)

•A History of Magic

-by Bathilda Bagshot

•Magical Theory

-by Adalbert Waffling

•A Beginner’s Guide to Transfiguration

-by Emeric Switch

•One Thousand Magical Herbs and Fungi

-by Phyllida Spore

•Magical Drafts and Potions

•Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

-by Newt Scamander

•The Dark Forces: A Guide to Self-Protection

-by Quentin Trimble

OTHER EQUIPMENT:

1 wand

1 cauldron (pewter, standard size 2)

1 set glass or crystal vials

1 telescope

Students may also bring, if they d.e.s.i.r.e, an owl OR a cat OR a toad.

PARENTS ARE REMINDED THAT FIRST YEARS ARE NOT ALLOWED THEIR OWN BROOMSTICK

Yours sincerely,

Lucinda Thomsonicle-Pocus

Chief Attendant of Witchcraft Provisions

“Thanks, this way I can get all my supplies before Diagon gets crowded.” I said, folding the letter and stuffing it in my pocket. I already have all the books, so that’s taken care of. The question is should I buy a wand or not. “Do I have to bring a wand?” I asked.

“Yes, it’s required to perform magic after all.” He said, wondering why I would ask that.

“I’ve already learned to do magic without a wand.” I said, waving my hand and transfiguring the chair next to me into a dove. The bird flys around the room then lands on the floor turning back into a chair. Dumbledore just sits there with a shocked expression.

“How did you learn to do wandless magic?” He asked.

“Yes, but Lumos is a very easy spell. I thought you practiced it enough to do it wandless, not that you do all magic that way. You are truly amazing Harry.” He said.

“So, do I have to bring a wand.” I ask.

“No, you don’t have to bring a wand. It’s required to do magic, but if you can already do it, I don’t see a reason to get one.” He said.

“Good, because I’d rather not have to use one.” I said.

“I would like to see where you’ve been living if you don’t mind. The death eaters aren’t looking for you now, but when you show yourself at Hogwarts they will start looking again. I need to make sure your home is protected.” He said.

“Sure, Mimsy!” *pop* “Can you take us to the apartment?” I asked.

“Yes sir, Please take Mimsy’s hand.” She said, holding out her hands. Once we take her hands she apparates us to the entrance of my apartment.

“The Blacks and Potters own a lot of property, but I didn’t want to live in a giant mansion all by myself, so I live in this apartment. It’s still pretty big, but not as big as the mansions. The elves help fill the space as well.” I said, directing him to a room in the middle of the apartment. “This is the room with the ward stone in it.” I said, opening the door revealing a plain room with a six feet tall boulder in the middle. The stone has glowing runes and intricate arrays covering every inch of it.

“Very impressive, but this will only protect you while inside the home. How are you protecting yourself outside of here?” Dumbles asked, after examining the stone.

“Truly impressive, but how do you power it?” Albus asked.

“It’s fueled by my magic.” I said, tucking the necklace back under my shirt.

“Brilliant” He said.

“Thanks, but I can’t take all the credit, I consulted the goblins and they helped a bit.” I said, leading him to the living room.

“Now that my safety has been assured let’s talk about the downfall of Tommy boy.” I said as we took seats opposite each other.

(Author: When I wrote Tommy all I could think of was Tommy Pickles from the Rugrats.)

“Well, what do you know so far?” Albus asked.

“I know who has the first Horcrux, but not where it’s kept. There’s no reason to go looking for it because I know where it will be in the future.” I said.

“How was it made?” He asked.

“1942 Tommy murders Myrtle Waren in the first-floor girls bathroom in Hogwarts, sending a piece of his soul into his diary. It becomes his first Horcrux.” I said.

“How many others are there?” Albus asked.

“Two more besides the diary. One of them hasn’t been made yet, and the other I don’t know the location of yet.” I said, lying about not knowing where the diadem is. I want to use Voldemort to help me in my Kingdom building plan. Right now I’m known for killing him, but the intelligent people will see that I did nothing. Voldemort’s return is my chance to rise above the title of the boy who lived.

“When and where will the Diary appear?” Dumbles asks.

“Before my second year at Hogwarts, while shopping for school books, Lucius Malfoy will slip the diary into Ginny Weasley’s cauldron. The diary is enchanted to open the chamber of secrets and cause all around general mayhem. Lucius hopes to discredit Ginny’s father Arthur Weasley, and have you thrown out of Hogwarts. All we have to do is wait for Ginny to have possession of the diary, and take it before it can cause any problems.” I explained.

“Yes, that seems to be the best plan of action.” Albus said.

“Well, this has been great, but it’s getting late.” I said.

“Ah, time fly’s doesn’t it.” He said, looking out the window seeing a dark sky.

“We’ll talk again when I’m officially a Hogwarts student.” I said, escorting him to the Floo where he disappears in a flash of green flame.

(Author: I’m doing another poll, but this time for your picks of the HP girls. The winner means nothing because I’ll choose who I want, but I really want to see what you guys as a collective choose. The links will be in the authors note and the comments. Thanks for reading!)

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