Chapter 10: 'On The Hogwarts Express”

Chapter 10: “On The Hogwarts Express”

Hello, nice to meet you! My name is Matthew Wickfield. Matthew had vaguely guessed the identity of the girl in front of him. He extended his hand, offering a handshake.

Hermione, Hermione Granger! She took the offer and shook his hand.

They carried their luggage and then entered the train.

Its amazing, isnt it? I mean, we didnt know of anything about the existence of the world filled with magic before, yet here we are! Hermione said, When the prefect came and introduced Hogwarts to me, I was amazed! There must be many things we are not familiar with yet in this world. She adds.

Yes! How amazing could it be, huh? Matthew replied.

When he talked with Hermione, he didnt even think about the book anymore.

What saddens me is, if I go to Hogwarts, it means I will be away from my parents for seven years. To be honest, it made me cry I hope my parents wont worry that much about me when Im in Hogwarts. Hermione said, Of course, remembering those are sad but I have moved on. How can I be the best witch in the future if I keep crying over it? Ive read all the textbooks while still in the Leaky Cauldron. She continues talking to Matthew, with her tone changing each time the topic she talks about changes.

Matthew found this cute, but suddenly he was hit with a realization. He remembered his parents in this world.

He might only have been in contact with them for less than three months, but he feels there might be more to it lingering deep inside his heart. He never once thought about them while he was at Leaky Cauldrons.

Am I too cold? Am I emotionless? He asked himself.

This is not right, he thought. Even if he tries to remember their faces and names, he cant come up with anything inside his head. He only remembers something vague about a British couple; he cant even recall their faces and how they lookNew novel chapters are published on

There is also the home he stayed at in Northampton for three months; he cant remember anything about it besides the lawn that he loves to lie on.

Wickfield? Hermione sounded somewhat dissatisfied when he called Matthew, Are you listening?

Ah sorry, I was just a little lost in my thoughts. Matthew apologized.

Ah, I see; anyway, do you know anything about which house you will be assigned to at Hogwarts? I have inquired about it; I hope I get assigned to Ravenclaw. The Minister of Magic, Minister Millicent Bagnold, graduated from there. People say she is the best minister of the century. Of course, Hufflepuff is not that bad either, but I think if I got assigned to Gryffindor, I might just drop out. What do you think? Hermione asked Matthew.

Matthew didnt know how to reply to her, so he just nodded.

Fortunately, they found an empty box after all that. Matthew helped Hermione with her luggage while getting inside.

Have you ever heard of my name? Neville asked Matthew.

Sorry, its just Ive heard of the Longbottom surname before. Matthew explained, My name is Matthew Wickfield.

And my name is Hermione Granger! Hermione adds.

Neville stood up and shook both of their hands.

Are you from a family of wizards? Hermione asked curiously at Neville.

Yes, our whole family are wizards. Neville smiled

The way he smiled resembled how Matthew remembered Neville from his previous life.

May I know their name and jobs? Hermione asked enthusiastically.

My parents are both Auror who works for the Ministry of Magic. They are both great wizards! Neville said proudly.

Thats awesome! Hermione then continues to explain what an Auror is to Matthew, An Auror is the equivalent of an elite policeman in the Muggle world.

Are all of your family members graduated from Ravenclaw? She asked.

No Neville shakes his head, Our whole family graduated from Gryffindor.

The smile on Hermiones face was gone; she glanced at Neville for a while before keeping some distance from him.

After that, the box they are at suddenly just becomes quiet.

Matthew smiled and asked Neville, Neville, may I ask of Ms. Augusta Longbottom? How is she related to you? I seem to have heard her name somewhere.

Thats my grandmother! Neville replied. Then he hesitated for a while before he continued, She died in the 1940s, not long after my father was born

Im very sorry for asking. Matthew said while feeling uncomfortable.

Its nothing! Dont mind it. Neville replied while smiling.