
Surprises
The Weasley family arrives via portkey, excitement fills the air at the Sanctuary. Harry and the others are gathered in the canteen, celebrating Charlie's birthday with laughter and joy. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with the scent of freshly baked treats wafting through the room. However, as soon as Mrs. Weasley steps onto the grounds, the alarms suddenly go off, breaking the festive mood. Harry and the others exchange concerned glances before quickly making their way outside to investigate. Charlie, however, couldn't be happier. His face lights up with a radiant smile at the sight of his family, and he rushes forward to greet them with open arms. The Weasley clan is greeted with warm embraces and excited chatter as they reunite with Charlie and meet his friends at the Sanctuary. Despite the unexpected alarm, the reunion fills the air with a sense of warmth and happiness. Amidst the joyful reunion, Molly Weasley's motherly instincts kick in full force. With a beaming smile, she envelops Charlie and Harry in a tight embrace, peppering them with a barrage of questions that leave them momentarily speechless. Molly's boundless curiosity knows no bounds as she peppers them with inquiries about their life at the Sanctuary, their work with the dragons, and their plans for the future. Charlie and Harry do their best to answer each question, but Molly's enthusiasm is infectious, and they soon find themselves swept up in the excitement of her presence. Despite their inability to keep up with her rapid-fire questioning, they can't help but be warmed by her genuine interest and concern for their well-being. Finally, when Molly is satisfied that she's gleaned every last detail about their lives, she takes a step back and smiles affectionately at her son.
"Happy Birthday, Charlie dear," she says, her voice filled with love and pride. "You're growing into such a fine young man, and I couldn't be prouder of you." The sentiment is echoed by the rest of the Weasley family, who join Molly in showering Charlie with birthday wishes and affection. The commotion settles and the alarms cease their blaring, Alexandru, the stern yet fair overseer of the Sanctuary, makes his way to the scene of the disturbance. With a furrowed brow and a determined stride, he approaches Harry and Charlie, his expression one of stern authority tempered with a hint of curiosity.
"What's the meaning of this,?" he demands, his voice ringing out above the chatter of the crowd. Harry steps forward, his shoulders squared and his gaze steady as he prepares to explain the situation.
"We had a visitor...several visitors, sir," he begins, his voice calm and measured. "Molly Weasley and the rest of Charlie's family. They came to celebrate his birthday." Alexandru's expression softens slightly at the mention of Charlie's birthday, his stern demeanor giving way to a hint of understanding.
"I see," he replies, his tone more conciliatory now. "Well, we can't have them causing a ruckus, can we? But since it's a special occasion, let this be my gift for him. Just make sure they don't cause any more trouble." With a nod of gratitude, Harry watches as Alexandru makes his way back to his office, the crisis averted for now. Turning to Charlie and the rest of the Weasley family, he breathes a sigh of relief, grateful that they won't be forced to cut their visit short. The group gathers in the canteen once more, the air is filled with a palpable sense of relief and excitement. The Weasley family regales Harry and Charlie with tales of their latest adventures, their laughter and chatter filling the room with warmth and joy. After an hour of lively conversation and catching up, a hush falls over the crowd as a procession of elves enters the room, bearing a towering cake adorned with candles. With a flourish, they place the cake on the table before Charlie, their faces beaming with pride.
"Happy Birthday, Charlie!" they chorus in unison, their voices ringing out with heartfelt sincerity. Charlie's eyes light up with delight at the sight of the cake, his heart swelling with gratitude for the love and affection surrounding him. They embark on a tour of the Reserve, Charlie leads his family through the winding paths and hidden nooks, regaling them with tales of the creatures that inhabit this magical sanctuary. With each step, he paints a vivid picture of the wonders that lie within, his words filled with passion and enthusiasm. Ron listens intently, his eyes wide with wonder as Charlie describes the majestic dragons that soar through the skies and the mischievous creatures that dwell in the forests beyond. Yet amidst his awe, there's a hint of playful indignation in Ron's voice as he speaks up.