The Sorting
After following Hagrid, the group found themselves in front of a large door, which suddenly swung open, showing a tall, black-haired Witch clad in Emerald Green Robes. She had a very stern face, and Hunter may or may not have joked that her personality must be as tight-knitted as the bun her hair was styled in.
She pulled the door wide open. The entrance hall was so big that one could probably fit an entire three-bedroom House inside of it.
They followed Professor McGonagall, as Tom informed her, across the flagged stone floor, and Celestia could hear the thoughts and voices of other students, whose voices could be heard coming from inside of a doorway to their right.
But Professor McGonagall showed them towards a small, empty chamber of the Hall, in which they crowded in, the small space making them huddle closer together, something not all liked..
,, Welcome to Hogwarts-" said Professor McGonagall. ,, The start-of-term banquet will begin shortly, but before you take your seats in the Great Hall, you will be sorted into your houses. The Sorting is a very important ceremony because, while you are here, your house will be something like your family within Hogwarts. You will have classes with the rest of your house, sleep in your house dormitory and spend free time in your house common room."
,, What's next, take a bath in the same tub ?" Hunter whispered, Regulus pretending not to listen while Aiden shook his head.
,, The four houses are called Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin. Each house has its own noble history and each has produced outstanding witches and wizards. While you are at Hogwarts, your triumphs will earn your house points, while any rule-breaking will lose house points. At the end of the year, the house with the most points is awarded the House Cup, a great honor. I hope each of you will be a credit to whichever house becomes yours."
,, Wow, I can already see who her favorites are..." Aiden muttered, having noticed how even though she went by alphabetical order, the amount of pride in her gaze as she spoke of the lions was obvious to all.
Celestia couldn't help but agree, silently wondering what this would mean for their future.....
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After a few minutes of listening to an interesting conversation between Draco and Harry, while waiting for McGonagall the woman in question returned, at which they made their way inside, all in line. Celestia and Regulus once again stood together, with Aiden and Hunter behind them and Theodore Nott and Blaise Zabini in the front.
Celestia's eyes went to the Professors sitting in the front....
All the Professors were seated at the table, quietly watching the newest additions to their school with either welcoming smiles or nonchalant and well-practiced empty expressions.
The Head of Ravenclaw noticed her looking and gave a smile, silently wishing her good luck as she followed after the other first years, who were now stopping, squeezing together to fit into the small space in front of McGonagall.
,, Is that the girl you kept on talking about so much these past few days ?" asked Pomona Sprout, Head of Hufflepuff, her eyes on the young girl with beautiful white hair who was walking next to a boy the woman found shockingly near identical to a young Regulus Black.............
,, *Chuckle* She is indeed-" He answered, not noticing Professor Quirrell listening in, his eyes a dark shade of crimson. ,, She has a sharp mind and well-practiced skills that she uses quite frequently. You will probably take a liking to her as well, for she had shown a great interest in magical creatures and nature in itself."
The woman smiled, chuckling quietly as she spotted a Niffler peaking out of her Robe's pocket.
And with her gaze never too long on one person, she muttered the first words that came into her mind. ,, We've got ourselves a mini Scamander..."
Celestia all the while continued to watch, resisting the urge to Hex the man sitting in the middle of the Table, on a Throne made out of pure Gold..........
Albus Dumbledore.........The man who had ruined her life was sitting there, looking like an arrogant King who probably thought himself to be a God.
, Godric Gryffindor would turn in his grave out of shame if he knew what his House has become.' thought the witch, disgusted by his blatant show of superiority.
Though she returned her focus back towards the front when Professor McGonagall placed a pointed hat on top of a Four-legged stool.
For a few seconds, there was absolute silence, the hall quieting down to listen to what was about to happen.
Then the Hat started twitching and a rip near the brim opened before it began to sing.
"Oh, you may not think I'm pretty,
But don't judge on what you see,
I'll eat myself if you can find
A smarter hat than me.
You can keep your bowlers black,
Your top hats sleek and tall,
For I'm the Hogwarts Sorting Hat
And I can cap them all.
There's nothing hidden in your head
The Sorting Hat can't see,
So try me on and I will tell you
Where you ought to be.
You might belong in Gryffindor,
Where dwell the brave at heart,
Their daring, nerve, and chivalry
Set Gryffindors apart;
You might belong in Hufflepuff,
Where they are just and loyal,
Those patient Hufflepuffs are true
And unafraid of toil;
Or yet in wise old Ravenclaw,
if you've a ready mind,
Where those of wit and learning,
Will always find their kind;
Or perhaps in Slytherin
You'll make your real friends,
Those cunning folks use any means
To achieve their ends.
So put me on! Don't be afraid!
And don't get in a flap!
You're in safe hands (though I have none)
For I'm a Thinking Cap!"
, Interesting....' Both Regulus and Celestia thought.
The whole Hall burst into applause after that, the Hat bowing to each of the four clapping tables before it turned quiet and still once more.
Professor McGonagall then stepped forward, a long roll of Parchment in her hold. ,, When I call your name, you will put on the Hat and sit on the stool to be sorted." She said, her eyes going to the list to call the first name.
Regulus looked calm on the outside, but mentally he was a mess.....
Both he and Celestia were among those first to be sorted, which meant everyone would know who they were....
Noticing the discomfort and slight fear in his eyes she wordlessly took his hand into her own, her gaze kept forward as she said nothing.
She did not like human contact.......
But she somehow didn't mind it as much when it came to Regulus.
He glanced at her and noticed how her fingers were tapping against his own, not from nerves but simply because she was holding his hand for a long period of time...
, She's clearly uncomfortable.......... Yet she tries to calm me down...' He thought, giving her hand a gentle squeeze to let her know he appreciated the gesture.
Regulus knew, even if the whole school would turn to hate them, he still had Celestia on his side, no matter what..
,, Abbott, Hannah!" A small, plump girl, with blonde pigtails, shyly walked up towards the stool and sat down, the Hat falling down over her eyes as it was placed on her.
There was a moment of pause before it shouted. ,, HUFFLEPUFF! " and the table on the right cheered, as Hannah went off towards the Hufflepuff table, the Ghost of the Fat Friar merrily waving at the young girl.
Professor McGonagall looked at the next name, her face twitching weirdly for a moment. ,, Black, Regulus!"
Some of the other teachers frowned, all of them less than pleased about hearing the name....
Celestia squeezed his hand, at which he glanced at her, meeting her gaze...
He returned the squeeze as if to say not to worry, before letting go of her hand and walking up to the stool, where McGonagall placed the Hat on top of his head.
And then the whispers began.
,, That's him? He doesn't seem too bad--"
,, The Black's kid. Did you hear what his Uncle was ?"
,, He looks just like him--"
,, A Death Eater in Training--"
,, Definetley Slytherin--"
,, His father's a Traitor and Locked up, maybe madness runs in the family? With Bellatrix Lestrange in it-"
,, He does seem unapproachable doesn't he ?"
Just then the hat's brim ripped open. ,, SLYTHERIN! "
Regulus placed the Hat back down, the table furthest to the right clapping politely as he walked towards it, sitting down next to some older Slytherins, before turning back to watch the rest of the Sorting.
,, Bones, Susan!" was next.
,, HUFFLEPUFF! " Shouted the Hat once more, and Susan scuttled off to sit next to Hannah.
,, Boot, Terry!"
,, RAVENCLAW! " The table second from the left clapped this time, several Ravenclaws standing up to shake hands with Terry as their First new addition to the House joined them.
,, Brocklehurst, Mandy!" Went to Ravenclaw too, but ,, Brown, Lavender!" became the first new Gryffindor, and the table on the far left exploded with loud cheers, Celestia even having heard two Catcalls.
,, What a loud lot......" Hunter whispered, Aiden was already peeved because of the noise the table was making..
,, Bulstrode, Millicent!" Then became the second Slytherin.
,, Flinch-Fletchley, Justin!"
,, HUFFLEPUFF! "
Sometimes the Hat immediately shouted out the House, but at others like ,, Finnigan, Seamus!" who was up next, it took longer.
The boy sat on the stool for a whole minute before the Hat declared him a Gryffindor.
Once again McGonagall's expression twitched in an irritated way before she called out. ,, Fletcher, Hunter!"
Some of the adults and students frowned but did not say anything, watching as the boy walked up to the stool and calmly put the Hat on.
,, What do you think ?" Aiden quietly asked, his eyes remaining on their friend as Celestia listened to the Hat's thoughts.
,, Ravenclaw." She replied, Aiden giving a satisfied nod and a small smile.
Not even ten seconds later the Hat shouted. ,, RAVENCLAW! " and Hunter took it off, shooting Celestia and Aiden a grin that meant ,, I'll see ya in a bit." he walked to the Ravenclaw table which was clapping politely at his arrival.
,, Granger, Hermione!"
Celestia and Aiden watched as the girl all but ran towards the stool, jamming the Hat eagerly on her Head in the most unladylike manner they had ever seen.
,, Merlin... Please don't put me in the same House as her." Aiden said, disgusted by the lack of manners the girl showed, while Celestia listened to the Conversation the Hat was having with the girl.
,, Is she really arguing with the Hat to be put in Gryffindor ?" asked Tom, equally disgusted by the girl's lack of manners.
, She is... And the Hat seems to have given in. ' She thought back.
,, GRYFFINDOR! " Aiden sighed in relief, while someone in the first-year line groaned, obviously not happy about it.
But when McGonagall looked at the next name and seemed to freeze, Aiden put a comforting hand on Celestia's shoulder, the both of them patiently waiting for what was about to come.
,, .......... Grindelwald-Lestrange, Celestia."
The whole Hall froze, students and teachers alike carrying expressions of either fear or utter disgust.
,, You got this....... Don't mind them.." Aiden whispered, walking a few steps with her, before stopping at the very front of the Line and letting her walk towards the stool herself.
The adults in the room watched her carefully, fearing that she would stand up and start Hexing everything and everyone in the Hall....
It made Regulus and Draco clench their fists in anger, Hunter shooting those who looked at her the wrong way a glare sharp enough to cut Diamonds with, Aiden doing the same with some of the students and teachers near him.
Dumbledore leaned forward, a twinkle in his eyes as he watched her....
Both Heads of Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff though smiled at the girl, Professor Quirrell watching her carefully, his eyes still had a red tone within them..
If only they knew...........
After having spent years with every single one of her moves getting watched and judged, some mere students were the least of her worries.
So she gracefully sat down, her vision disappearing as the Hat landed on her Head.
,, Hello Miss Grindelwald-Lestrange... Or should I address you with all of your titles? " The Hat asked, Celestia, smiling the tiniest bit at its words.
, It's nice to meet you, Alistor..' She thought, the Hat humming and nodding as it dug through her memories, not wanting to waste too much time.
,, Yes... Mhm... My....... You definitely are Rowena's Descendant, though I can also see a lot of the Pendragon siblings in you.. You are just as interesting as your Aunt and Grandfather were." It said, fondly remembering both Theseus and Violet Grindelwald, both have been some of his favorites to Sort. ,, Since we both already know where I will put you, let's talk a little..."
While Alistor and Celestia talked, the hall erupted in Chatter.
,, Grindelwald-Lestrange..... "
,, Didn't they think it would be for the best if she stayed far away from others ?"
,, Did you see her eyes? They're just like Gellert Grindelwald's !!"
,, She looks quite nice though, probably has some Veela Blood in her."
,, Shh! If she hears you she'll start hexing you!"
,, Is she related to the Death Eaters ?"
,, Her Aura gives me the creeps."
Most of the comments had come from the Gryffindors, who couldn't believe that someone with the name of Grindelwald would dare to show their face at Hogwarts.
The Hufflepuffs were a bit uneasy but mostly interested since the Head of the House seemed to like her.....
The Ravenclaws and Slytherins all the while had a competitive Aura around them, both hoping for the girl to be Sorted into their House.
Gellert Grindelwald may have been a Dark Wizard and killed many, but the girl without a doubt had inherited the man's Wit and Charms, not to mention Theseus Grindelwalds knowledge of Magical Creatures and everything to do with nature.
Having her in their House would definitely give them a higher chance of winning the House Cup.
, Say Alistor-.....' Celestia began, wanting to know the Hat's opinion. , Who would you say would make a good Ally? I need connections to change the Wizarding World, especially when taking down someone as influential as Dumbledore. '
,, Hmm......Let me think....." He said, now going through his own memories. ,, Ahh....Yes...In Gryffindor, we have the Weasley twins, Heirs to the Prewett-Line, though they do not know as of yet..... Both have a neutral Core which is leaning more towards the Dark than the Light. Their older brothers were also very interesting, top of their year, and very popular under their fellow students."
,, In Hufflepuff, Cedric Diggory... A charming young man, though humble, unlike most would think. His Father has a good position in the Ministry, and the boy has skills in many aspects. He is also Loyal to those he believes to be his friends, if you have him on your side the rest of Hufflepuff won't be far."
,, Ravenclaw.....Hmm.... Slightly more difficult...... Though I would advise you to befriend Roger Davis. He's Captain of Ravenclaw's Quidditch Team even though he's so young...."
,, And as for Slytherin... Well, I'm quite sure your cousins will gladly tell you all about it." She gave a small nod, agreeing with its opinion.
, Thank you for sharing your opinion Alistor, I promise to visit sometime.'
,, I'll await your presence then-" He said before loudly calling out. ,, RAVENCLAW!"
Fillius happily clapped along with his students, watching as Celestia took off the Hat and placed it back down on the stool, before making her way towards the Ravenclaw table, where she sat down next to Hunter.
Dumbledore blinked in surprise, the twinkle in his eyes turning darker as he looked at the girl, who was another constant reminder of his Ex-Lover choosing that woman over him.... , Why isn't she in Slytherin ?'
,, Knew I'd see you here." He said grinning happily, as the girl nodded, feeling multiple pairs of eyes on her, yet she did not mind them, turning to Watch the rest of the Sorting and clapping along once her House got another member, and when Draco, Theodore, and Blaise were sorted into Slytherin.
Aiden unsurprisingly had joined them in Ravenclaw.
,, I can't believe how loud the Gryffindors are......I mean the whole Hall almost shook when they began screaming once Potter joined them." He said, not liking the House of Lions at all.
Celestia gave a small hum, having noticed the glares Gryffindors were sending her, especially Harry Potter and his two little friends she now knew were Hermione Granger and Ronald Weasley.
She didn't mind them and watched as Chrome sat down on her lap, curiously looking around.
Quirnius Quirrell though watched her, smiling faintly when he spotted her sitting with Aiden and Hunter, Chrome on her lap.
Yes...........
That girl was definitely his Master's Legacy.
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Albus Dumbledore stood up from his seat and Celestia took one look at him and was able to see that anger was rolling off of him in waves.
,, Please, tuck in." He said, the twinkle in his eyes dark as he glanced at her, though she turned back to her table before he could invade her mind.
The tables pilled up with food and Celestia looked around, spotting several dishes that she had seen before on the Internet but never tasted.
So she got some small rations of the things she knew and found around her on her plate, both Aiden and Hunter frowning as they noticed how little she was eating.
,, Celestia, why aren't you eating more ?" Aiden asked, worried about his new friend.
She maybe didn't look all too sick, but he'll be damned if someone told him that what she had on her plate was an appropriate potion for a growing girl.
Feeling herself get caught she gave a nervous smile, glancing away, while playing around with her Rings.... ,, I'm not used to eating a large amount of food........ having been raised in an Orphanage meant sharing a lot." She lied, not wanting to tell them about her past just yet since they didn't know each other very well.
Aiden, being the mother-hen he is, quickly shook his head. ,, That's no good, we'll have to make you get used to eating larger amounts........... Maybe some Fruits and Yogurt as breakfast........" He mumbled, already starting to form a Meal Plan in his Head.
Hunter, though equally worried, deadpanned at Aiden. ,, Who are you, her Mother ?"
Chrome began laughing with Hunter, Aiden's red face too funny for them to hold back. ,, Why you-!!"
He smacked Hunter and flicked Chrome's forehead, both holding their Heads in pain, before turning to Celestia. ,, 'Tia, he just hit me!" Chrome nodded, whining.
The white-haired girl was slightly surprised, never having received any kind of nickname except maybe from Tom.............
A small smile appeared on her face before she gave a close-eyed chuckle into her hand.
Both Hunter and Aiden blinked in surprise, Chrome tilting his Head and inspecting his human to see if she was all right.
,, You're surprisingly dramatic, Hunter." She said, at which the boy grinned brightly, Aiden pushing up his glasses to hide the smile that refused to leave his face. ,, I aim to please!"
They silently agreed that Celestia's happiness was contagious.
Sometime later, with the Ghosts having joined their students and the Grey Lady having surprisingly patted Chrome and smiled at Celestia and her friends while passing by, the desserts soon disappeared and Dumbledore rose to his feet again, making the whole Hall quiet down.
,, Ahem! - Just a few more words now that we are all fed and watered. I have a few start-of-term notices to give you. First-years should note that the forest on the grounds is forbidden to all pupils. And a few of our older students would do well to remember that." Dumbledore's twinkling eyes went toward the Weasley twins.
,, I have also been asked by Mr. Filch, the caretaker, to remind you all that no magic should be used between classes in the corridors. Quidditch trials will be held in the second week of the term. Anyone interested in playing for their House teams should contact Madam Hooch. And finally, I must tell you that this year, the third-floor corridor on the right-hand is out of bounds who does not wish to die a very painful death."
Some laughed, while others frowned.
,, He can't be serious...." Hunter whispered, furrowing his brows at those words.
,, He very well is." A voice next to them said, at which they turned to the third year who was casually sitting there, though also sporting a less than pleased expression. ,, Dumbledore oftentimes gives this kind of warning, though I wouldn't dwell on it too much. If the corridor is forbidden, there is a very good reason for it."
Celestia gave a hum, scratching Chrome's Head...........
, Tom..........What do you think about this ?'
,, Hmm....... I believe it's for the best to lay low for a while before we shall investigate. After all, you still have your Project concerning Hogwarts at hand." He told her, reminding her about the pages she had added to her Journal not long ago.
Silently agreeing with him her focus once again went to Dumbledore, as he called out his next words. ,, And now, before we go to bed, let us sing the school song!"
All of the teacher's smiles had turned fixed.
Dumbledore gave a flick to his Wand, and a golden ribbon flew out of it, which rose high above the tables and twisted itself, turning into words.
,, Everyone pick their favorite Tune!" said Dumbledore. ,, And off we go!"
And so the school song bellowed :
,, Hogwarts, Hogwarts, Hoggy Warty Hogwarts,
Teach us something please,
Whether we be old and bald,
Or young with scabby knees,
Our heads could do with filling,
With some interesting stuff,
For now they're bare and full of air,
Dead flies and bits of fluff,
So teach us things worth knowing,
Bring back what we've forgot,
Just do your best, we'll do the rest,
And learn until our brains all rot. "
Everyone had finished the song at different times, Chrome having sunken himself into Celestia's lap while covering his ears so he wouldn't have to listen to that horrid song.
Aiden had shot a pointed look at Hunter, who tried to follow the Niffler's lead and quietly sit down, who returned it with a nervous grin.
Regulus silently glanced at the Ravenclaw table, having refused to utter even a single word of that song.
There he spotted Celestia, who had not once opened her mouth, silently holding Chrome who was covering his ears and looking like he'd rather be anywhere else than where he currently was.
Well.....
Looks like he and the Niffler agreed on some things at least.
The Weasley twins were the last to finish, singing in a slow funeral march, which Dumbledore conducted, and as it finally finished, he was one of those who clapped the loudest.
,, Ah, music." He said, wiping his eyes. ,, A Magic beyond all we do here! And now, bedtime. Off you trot!"
,, Ravenclaw First years with us." An older male with Ravenclaw Robes called out, all of them making their way to the two Prefects.
Counting to see if everyone was there, they nodded and turned around. ,, Follow us."
As they exited the Hall they could also hear the other House Prefects calling for their First years.
,, Slytherin First years, over here!"
,, First years!-"
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The Ravenclaws walked to the West side of Hogwarts, more specifically they went to the top of a staircase leading towards the fifth floor, which soon lead them to a door without a doorknob or keyhole.
Instead, it had a bronze knocker in the shape of an eagle.
,, Unlike the other Houses, we do not have a Portrait Guarding us.. Instead, we have this Bronze Knocker which was specially crafted by Rowena Ravenclaw and Eve Pendragon. " The male Prefect said, turning to them.
,, If you want to enter you must solve the riddle it gives you. Should you be unable to answer it, wait for someone else who will be able to do so, or else you will have to spend the Night out here." The female warned and turned to the Knocker.
Its eyes glowed Blue and it began speaking. ,, What question can you never answer yes to ?"
Celestia was the first to answer with. ,, Are you asleep ?"
The blue glow disappeared, and the doors opened.
The two Prefects gave a slightly impressed nod. ,, Less than ten seconds, very good Grindelwald-Lestrange."
Aiden and Hunter grinned, the trio walking after them like the rest of the first years.
As soon as they entered Celestia concluded that the Ravenclaw Common Room must be one of the airiest rooms at Hogwarts.
It was a wide, circular room with graceful arched windows that punctuate the walls which were hung with blue and bronze silks, and a midnight blue carpet covered in stars, which was reflected onto the domed ceiling. The room was furnished with blue tables, chairs, and a divan. Next to the door leading up to the dormitories stood a tall statue of Rowena Ravenclaw made of white marble.
Portraits of famous Ravenclaws hung on the walls, Celestia recognizing her Grandfather Theseus in one of them, wearing Ravenclaw Robes as he stood next to a Hungarian Iron Belly, looking like he wasn't older than seventeen.
The Ravenclaws also had their own library within the common room, which was nowhere as big as the main library, but had almost as many books. The personal library is located in a niche as the Prefects informed them.
,, Since Professor Flitwick isn't here, we will give you his yearly welcoming speech." The female Prefect said.
,, First, we welcome you to Ravenclaw, the House of Wit and Wisdom." The male began, offering a polite smile. ,, While here your academics will be often times tested and challenged, and while it would be in favor of you receiving High Marks, be sure to inform any of the older students or Professor Flitwick should you have troubles in any of your subjects. Nobody will think less of you if you need help with certain things."
,, We also encourage you to come to the Prefects should you have any problems or you need to confide in someone other than Professor Flitwick. Also, be sure to stay out of trouble, Gryffindors especially are known to often cause trouble to their fellow students, so try to ignore them as best as you can until you have no other option than to fight back."
,, That would be all." They said and began leading them toward the Dormitories.
,, We'll see you in the morning, be sure to get a good night's sleep all right ?" Hunter nodded at Aiden's words, worried since they would have to leave Celestia all by herself....
Celestia gave them a reassuring smile, nodding. ,, Sleep well."
And then she made her way towards the girl's dorms.
Stopping at the end of the long Corridor Celestia took a small breath in, before letting parts of her Magic run through it, her eyes turning a breath-taking Gold.
,, Lady Hogwarts, my name is Celestia Grindelwald-Lestrange... I am Hogwarts Heiress and would like to access the Ravenclaw Heir rooms if you allow it." She said, placing her hand against the Stone surface so she could directly talk to the castle.
It took a few moments, before a familiar warmth entered her body, the Magic of the Founders reaching out toward her....
,, ...........Welcome Home, my child..." The castle greeted, happy to greet an Heir after such a long time.
The Stone moved, and a Marble door appeared.
Taking her Magic back, her eyes returning to their usual State she carefully entered the room, smiling at the sight of its insides.
Bookcases were lined up against the wall, filled with countless amounts of books and scrolls from all over the World, and a large table in the middle of the room with an incredibly old Wizard Chessboard neatly placed in the middle and waiting to be used.
The bed was right beside the large windows, which gave her a wonderful view of the School grounds, and the ceiling was painted with the Solar-System, Magic having been used to make it move and show the rotation of the Planets and movements of Stars and other Objects.
Above the bed hung a Portrait of Rowena Ravenclaw and Eve Pendragon, both women giving off the aura of intelligent minds.
Unlike most Portraits in the castle though it did not move, having been painted by a Muggle and simply been used as decoration.
Celestia's Trunk was at the foot of her bed, the girl rising an eyebrow when she spotted something that was not there before.
A cage stood on top of her Trunk, a beautiful Barn Owl with White and Grey Feathers inside.
She walked up to it, opened the cage, and let it come out.
,, Hey there........... " She greeted, letting the Owl nuzzle against her hand as Chrome sniffed it.
Noticing a Letter attached to it she carefully took it from the Owl and opened it.
Dear Celestia,
I hope you do not mind that we've sent you a fellow Companion. She has yet to be named and Regulus was given her Mate, so the both of you should not be surprised to often find them near one another. Do not hesitate to write to us.
Your Grandfather,
Xavier Lestrange
Smiling slightly she gently petted the Owl, her new Companion already having taken a liking to her new human, further nuzzling against the girl's hand happily.
,, What should we name you....." Celestia wondered, looking closely at the Owl.
Her Bi-Colored eyes then went to Chrome and she gave a small hum.
,, How about we keep it in the Gemstone family......?.... " She pondered, the Owl's Black eyes on her. ,, What about....Pearl ?"
The Owl shook its Head, making Celestia nod in understanding.
,, Turquoise ?"
She ones more shook her head, not liking the second name either.
,, Hmm......... Then what about Jade ?" Celestia asked, the Owl's black eyes reminding her of the particular Gem.
The Owl gave a happy Hoot, flapping her Wings which made Celestia chuckle, petting her.
Chrome playfully rolled around on his back, also happy that someone else carried a Gemstone name beside him.
Though he forgot that Celestia's Middle name was Morgana, an homage to Morgan as well as the Gemstone Morganite.
Celestia then remembered something...
,, Say Jade." The Owl tilted her head, looking at the human. ,, Do you think you can deliver a few Letters for me, until tomorrow ?" She asked, at which the Owl hotted, nodding.
Celestia smiled, turning to her Trunk, which she opened and took out everything she would need.
All the while in the Slytherin Dungeons Regulus sat on his bed, looking at the Black and Brown feathered Barn Owl in front of him.
,, What should I name you............." The boy asked himself, looking at the male Owl.
Regulus knew that Celestia had gotten the Mate of his Owl, so he began wondering what she had named her after.....
, She named Chrome after a Gemstone..... so maybe.......' His cold Grey eyes went towards the Owl and he said. ,, Jasper."
The Owl gave an approving nod, hooting at him.
He smiled the tiniest bit, but it quickly returned to his usual Pure-Blood Mask as the door to his shared room got opened by Draco.
,, You can go to the bathroom now." He told his cousin, who nodded and left the room, never realizing that he had tried to match his Owl's name to Celestia's....
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Hours later as everyone at Hogwarts had fallen into a deep sleep, a single Barn Owl arrived at Azkaban Prison, fighting off the rain and the waves as it landed on the Stone Window of one of the most secured Cells of the entire Prison, which held two very dangerous Wizards.
Noticing an Owl at their Window the male walked up towards it with empty and hollow eyes, not recognizing it, but also not caring.
His once very handsome and Aristrocat features had slightly diminished from his time spent at Azkaban, his dark hair had grown longer and his entire appearance rougher than it once had been...
That man was Rodolphus Lestrange, convicted Death-Eater and follower of Lord Voldemort....
Yet every one had forgotten that he was also the Godfather of Celestia Grindelwald.
Honestly, he wouldn't even call himself her Godfather, having been more in her life than the girl's actual Father....
He had hoped she was safe wherever she was, praying to Mother Magic she would turn out all right and healthy.......
Since he knew he could not raise her, being Imprisoned.
Bellatrix though.........
She often screamed her lungs out, crying as the Dementors came by, begging them to return Celestia to her, which made him suspect she was watching Celestia get taken from their time and time again...
He took the Letters from the Owl, seeing that it was addressed to him, Bellatrix, and Rabastan..
Weirdly enough there was no name of the Sender, which was unusual for Narcissa, Xavier, and their other family Members.
Opening his own Letter he opened his eyes wide as he read through it, tears beginning to fill his eyes.......
,, ....... Bella....." He called out, the woman turning to him with an emotionless expression.
He held out his Letter to her and she began reading dully, not expecting anything new, though she wondered why her husband was crying...
Her eyes opened wide, and she sunk to her knees, crying as Rodolphus held her...
She clutched the Letter to her chest, sobbing as she rocked her body.
Hello Father,
it's been almost Ten years since I've last seen you, though I can still remember how Mother often took me to the Lestrange Manor's Garden and made you chase us as she ran around laughing and dodging your attempts to catch us.
Today I entered Hogwarts and met Grandfather Xavier as well as Aunt Narcissa, Uncle Lucius, and Great-Uncle Arcturus. I befriended some very nice students, and got sorted into Ravenclaw, do you think Uncle Barty would be happy? Regulus got into Slytherin, which wasn't very surprising, though I find it sad that we won't share as many classes together as I'd hoped. Grandfather has given me permission to write you Letters, so if you want to reply just call for Jade and she'll deliver them! I hope you're all right and that we'll see each other soon..
With Love,
Celestia Grindelwald-Lestrange
,, ....My baby........... My little Star...." She whispered, leaning against Rodolphus happily.
Her Little Star, the light of her life had finally come back home.
,, Rabastan!" Rodolphus called out, looking at the neighboring Cell which held his younger brother.
,, .. What...?.." The male dully replied, sounding annoyed.
He had finally managed to fall asleep, a rare occurrence with the Dementors constantly patrolling, and now he got woken up by Rodolphus.
,, It's Celestia! We got Letters from her!" He said, the younger Lestrange blinking, shocked.
,, What ?" He repeated, this time in disbelief.
There was absolutely no way...........
,, She wrote you one as well, but I guess we'll have to wait until Bella lets go of them!" Rodolphus called out, for the first time in almost ten painful years carrying something similar to childlike happiness on his face.
Sure, the Dementors would probably visit more often now, but he honestly did not care, none of them did.
They finally had their Little Star back, and they would not let go this time.
While they celebrated, another male with Black curls and dark Grey eyes silently sat in the corner of his Cell, looking up at the Full Moon and following the Star Pattern of the Leo Constellation, his eyes often times falling onto the Regulus Star.
This man was Sirius Black.
Today was the First of September, which meant his son was entering Hogwarts for his First year...........
And soon his Birthday would come, marking another year Sirius had missed in his son's life..
Sometimes he cursed his family for refusing to let him contact Regulus, but he had to admit that Arcturus Letters, which held at least some news, were better than receiving nothing at all.
So he ducked his head and watched from his Cell, waiting for the day he could see his son again.....