Chapter 11
Sorting Hat takes its place, casting a solemn aura over the room.
"Are you trembling at the prospect of my decision? Afraid I'll utter the name that fills you with dread? Not Slytherin! Not Gryffindor! Not Hufflepuff! Not Ravenclaw! Fear not, young one, for I am well acquainted with my duty. You'll find joy after tears, mark my words."
The name "Lily Potter" echoes through the hall, and the Sorting Hat declares boldly, "GRYFFINDOR."
Lily exclaims with delight, affirming her new house. Meanwhile, Albus and Scorpius exchange glances.
"Did you truly believe she'd join us? Potters have no place in Slytherin," Scorpius remarks.
Albus, however, defends his sister, "But she belongs here."
As laughter erupts from the other students, Albus stands his ground, his gaze meeting theirs.
"I didn't have a say in the matter, you realize? I didn't choose to be his son."