HP: Dion the magician who changed everything

When boarding the different boats, a student from each boat was in charge of carrying a lamp that helps to illuminate the place and scare away any creature that tries to attack any of the boats, the boats are driven by magic and navigate through the dark lake that remains quiet in the dark, the boats that go all information go in the direction of a grotto that can be seen below the castle.

In the sky, you can see some carriages being driven by thestrals. 

"The lake has no direct connection to other lakes, rivers, or seas. However, if you travel by means of a magic contraption, there is a shortcut to other navigable areas. Also, you children must be very careful of falling out of your boats as this lake is home to terrifying creatures such as the giant squid, a colony of selkie grindylows, and many more creatures that threaten your life," said Hagrid as he navigates one of the boats alone.

The other students go from 3 to a maximum of 4 students per boat, due to the indications given by Hagrid before boarding the boats. 

" I once heard that a student fell into this lake when he was in the boat and the squid put him back in his boat, so I don't think they are all as bad as Hagrid says"- Patrick says whispering in my ear.

Before arriving at the great castle you can see how different floating lights begin to emerge from the lake, guiding the boats towards a direct image of the castle, the Great Academy of Magic and Wizardry, and Hogwarts. The castle is located in the mountains near the lake. Hogwarts is one of the three most important schools in Europe, which trains people with magical abilities to become qualified wizards and witches. The other two best-known academies are: my former academy, Beauxbatons Academy of Magic, located in France, and Durmstrang Institute (which studies almost entirely the Dark Arts) and is believed to be located in northern Europe.

Hogwarts, like the other academies, is hidden by the most powerful spells that protect the castle, classified as anti-apparition spells and Muggle-repelling spells (such as repello muggletum).

"Be careful children, keep your heads down," says Hagrid as the boats enter the crevasse. 

Without hesitation, the other students along with Patrick lowered their heads to prevent any blows, although to tell the truth none of them took into account that Hagrid was the only one who had to be careful because of his size, he was the only one who was at risk of receiving a blow to his head.

As the boats sailed through the crevice, I could feel some kind of ivy and roots going over my head, something that was not annoying, at least not for us, since Hagrid did get tangled up with them a few times, and he kept reproaching that no one was cleaning this place. 

At the bottom of the crevice, a kind of pier can be better appreciated, which is illuminated by the various lamps, while the moonlight illuminates the flowers along with the grass making them seem to shine with their own light.

The lamps also guide the way to a wide, rocky and slightly steep staircase.

"Wow... it's beautiful"- Patrick says with a look of amazement on his face. 

A part of me feels a bit of guilt for not being able to enjoy this like the other students, it's a bit lonely this feeling now that I see the face of excitement on Patrick.

"Alright kids, we're here," said Hagrid moments before we got off the boats.

"Wow this is amazing isn't it Dion, I already want to know which house we both get, I hope it's the same one"- says Patrick excited. 

"Yes you are right it is quite imposing the castle, which house would you like to be in?"

"That's a good question, mmm I think I'd like either Hufflepuff or Slytherin, although my parents went to Gryffindor and Ravenclaw... which one would you like?" - Patrick asks excitedly, almost shaking with excitement that he can't contain. 

"Slytherin is not a bad choice, unlike your parents, my mother was the only one who studied here at Hogwarts many years ago, if I remember correctly... I think she was in Gryffindor." 

"Amazing, does that mean you're half Muggle?"- says Patrick curious of my origin.

"Hahaha no, and if I did I wouldn't have a problem with that, but that's not the case, my father studied at Beauxbatons Academy of Magic, and my parents met for the first time at one of the three wizards tournaments."

"What, really? Your parents are from two different academies, that's great."- a smile was getting bigger and bigger on Patrick's face.

"Yes, that's right, my father participated in the tournament but he didn't win the cup but he won my mother's heart." 

"That's too cheesy hahaha, I didn't expect such an amazing past from your parents, I guess they are amazing wizards nowadays."- Patrick exclaimed with much joy.

"They would be without a doubt...they died a few years ago."

"Oh... I'm so sorry, I didn't think..."- said Patrick with a sad look on his face.

"Don't worry, really, it's nothing, we'd better keep walking or we'll be left behind."

After a few seconds in which only the voices of different children talking about themselves and trying to get to know each other could be heard, Patrick broke the silence that had been caused by the previous talk.

"So Slytherin, not a bad choice"- Patrick says as a curious expression comes across his face and he walks awkwardly to make the walk to the castle entertaining. 

"I wouldn't mind staying in another house really, it was just the first one I thought of."

I have no preference for any of the houses per se but if I analyze the situation it would be an easier way to get closer to what I am looking for.

"You're right... Although people often say that the scariest wizards at Hogwarts have come out of Slytherin, among the most well-known... you know, the one everyone knows about"- Patrick lowers his voice before saying those last words. 

"The house doesn't define you as a good wizard or a bad wizard, it's your actions and purpose that push you that way." 

"That's true Dion, but you know, whatever house and whether or not we stay together, I hope it works out well for both of us."- Patrick says as he looks up at the castle. 

"It shall be so Patrick... it shall be so." 

Now that I am closer to the castle I could say that it is even bigger than the palace of the Beauxbatons Academy of Magic, the castle could be said to be a bit more rustic for the style of any Beauxbatons Academy student.

I would have liked to come to this place before in the tournament of the three wizards... but at that time I could not come, this place is totally new to me.

At first glance Beauxbatons Palace is even more beautiful, Beauxbatons Castle is mostly surrounded by majestic gardens and fountains magically created out of the mountainous landscape. 

In the dining hall, wooden nymphs serenaded the students as they ate, every meal was a beautiful singing show, and although it was beautiful, nothing beats Christmas, one of the best times to celebrate at Beauxbatons, although most of the students were leaving, I stayed for some Christmases to avoid remembering the many Christmases when my parents were not with me, so I preferred to go to the hall to read along with big, shiny ice sculptures that would not melt, to the point that they were like glittering diamond statues.

Although unconfirmed it was often said that the castle and grounds of the prestigious Beauxbatons academy were largely financed with alchemist's gold and in memory of that a magnificent fountain is located in the center of the school's park, believed to have healing and beautifying powers.

After spending a few minutes climbing the mountain where Hogwarts castle is located, we finally arrived at one of the main entrances to the academy, a large wooden door with metal details was in front of us. 

"All right, everybody gather round, are there any of you missing?" shouted Hagrid.

Hagrid confirms that everyone is present and without hesitation knocks on the door a couple of times and the doors open automatically, and all the students begin to enter, some more excited than others, pushing to get the first glimpse of the inside of the castle as soon as possible. 

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