#81 - Chapter 81: Hannah Abbott
Time flew by, and it was already September 1st.
Early in the morning, Swan Manor became a scene of utter chaos.
"Harry! Have you packed everything?"
Mia really couldn't bear to see Harry leave.
She didn't know how to express her reluctance, so she could only check Harry's luggage over and over again, afraid he might have left something behind.
"I've packed everything, Aunt Mia. We packed it together last night."
"Why did you only bring so few snacks? Go get some more candy, cookies, and Coke."
"No, no, Sebastian told me that eating too much sugar is bad for my teeth."
"Don't listen to his nonsense!"
Mia turned her head and glared fiercely at the gleeful Sebastian, then said gently to Harry, "Don't worry, a bottle of Tooth-Strengthening Potion will fix it."
"What about clothes? Did you bring enough school uniforms and casual clothes?"
"I brought enough, Aunt Mia. Don't pack any more into the suitcase. There are too many clothes; I won't be able to wear them all."
Harry was a little helpless; he felt that Aunt Mia was being a little too exaggerated.
Fortunately, this was the magical world, and a suitcase with an Undetectable Extension Charm could handle everything.
If this scene happened in the Muggle world, I'm afraid you'd have to hire a moving company to take care of it.
He looked up at Sebastian, who was standing at the door, and gave him a look of help.
Sebastian!
Why don't you try to persuade Aunt Mia!
Sebastian shrugged innocently at Harry, spreading his hands to show his helplessness.
Harry,
There's a kind of love called Mia thinking your suitcase can still fit more!
Just enjoy it.
When all the items were packed, Sebastian drove a Muggle car, carrying Mia and Harry to King's Cross Station.
On the way, Harry asked excitedly, "Aunt Mia, you told me that Hogwarts has four houses. Which house should I go to?"
"Ahem," Sebastian coughed quickly, and said mysteriously, "Harry, you will take a small boat across a black lake."
"At that time, the monster in the Black Lake will come to attack you."
Seeing Harry's wide eyes and incredulous look, Sebastian grinned.
"Don't worry, this is just a test; it won't really hurt you."
"Your performance in the test will directly determine which house you are sorted into."
Oh!
So that's how it is!
Sebastian is so nice; he told me such important information in advance, so I can be prepared.
Otherwise, when I'm attacked, I don't know how bad my performance will be.
Harry gripped the wand in his hand, determined to perform well.
Sebastian looked up at the rearview mirror and happened to see Mia looking at him reproachfully in the mirror.
For a moment, an unspeakable understanding permeated between the two.
Just before ten thirty, Sebastian and his group arrived at King's Cross Station.
On Platform 9 3/4, an old red steam train stood quietly, a low rumble coming from its steam engine, and white smoke slowly rising from the chimney, filling the air.
A glittering golden sign hung on the side of the train: Hogwarts Express.
On the platform, the parents of the young wizards would occasionally tidy up their children's robes, their faces showing undisguised pride and reluctance.
The newly enrolled little ones mostly held wands in their hands, jumping and skipping on the platform. They held their parents' hands, eager to board the train to the magical world.
The older students greeted each other, enthusiastically discussing the news and interesting things from the summer vacation. Some had already impatiently climbed into the carriages, looking for their friends.
Harry looked at everything in front of him in disbelief. So this is Platform 9 3/4!
With just a wall separating them, the scene here had completely changed.
A surge of uncontrollable excitement and anticipation welled up in his heart.
I wonder how fast this train is. Is it as fast as the Knight Bus?
I wonder if I can make new friends on the train?
He followed Mia's footsteps slowly towards the rear of the train. After finding an empty compartment, he boarded the train, then opened the window and talked to Mia.
Sebastian stood aside, watching the two talk while smiling and greeting the young wizards passing by.
It wasn't until the train's whistle sounded that he stepped forward, put his arm around Mia's shoulders, and waved goodbye to Harry.
"Harry, don't just sleep on the way. The scenery along the way is very beautiful. That's it. See you tonight..."
......
To welcome the arrival of the new semester, the Great Hall of Hogwarts once again became magnificent.
Sebastian sat on the professors' table, looking at Lockhart next to him with a face full of disgust.
After Lockhart led Swan Media to trample the Daily Prophet underfoot, Sebastian fulfilled his promise.
He suggested to Dumbledore that a short writing course be added and recommended Lockhart to be the professor of this course.
Now, Lockhart, who had gotten his wish, was completely floating. He wore the most gorgeous clothes, showed the most standard smile, and signed autographs for the little wizards one after another.
"Oh my god, Lockhart himself looks even more handsome than on magical TV. His acting is also amazing. I love him so much!"
"Yes, yes! I also love watching the TV series he starred in. I watched the TV series he starred in three times this summer."
"He's really amazing. He's a screenwriter, director, and star all in one. Do you know how hard Lockhart works?!"
"How much do you think Lockhart's autograph is worth? Should I ask him to sign it a few more times so I can make a small fortune!"
Listening to the little wizards' chattering discussions, Sebastian's brain was about to explode.
At this moment, he deeply understood how Snape felt when he looked at him last year.
Seeing that Professor McGonagall was about to bring the little first years to the Great Hall, Sebastian quickly nudged Lockhart with his elbow.
Hey, hey!
Don't get carried away.
If Professor McGonagall sees you holding an autograph session here, she definitely won't give you a good look.
Lockhart understood Sebastian's signal in seconds. He stood up and looked at the little guys in front of him.
"Thank you all for your love. Today's autographs end here. Any little guys who need it can come to my office to find me at any time."
The students slowly dispersed, returning to their seats in twos and threes.
The doors of the Great Hall slowly opened, and Professor McGonagall walked in sternly, followed by a line of nervous little ones.
She stopped in front of the professors' table, motioned for the little wizards to line up, and then solemnly took out the Sorting Hat and placed it on the stool.
"The Sorting Ceremony begins now!"
"Students whose names are called, please come forward, put on the Sorting Hat, and be sorted."
Sebastian watched the Sorting Ceremony in front of him with interest, looking forward to the famous scene that was about to come.
"Hannah Abbott!"
Hearing this familiar name, he leaned back in his chair and let out a satisfied breath.
Comfortable...
