The Hogwarts Express: going to school

[jen]

Jackie stood at the door of her compartment, her luggage and owl gripped tightly between her fingers. The shining smile couldn't leave her face as the train moved slower and slower, until it finally came to a halt. She didn't know the person next to her, but she just kept on blabbing to them at how glad she was to be back.

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Milo glanced out the the window and rubbed his eyes as the train stopped. He had fallen asleep for the last part of the trip and gave a sleepy yawn before getting up and stretching. "That was a long ride..." he mumbled, getting his things together. He looked around at the other Ravenclaws that were still in the compartment and smiled. "Can't wait to do some homework."

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Dalton was already standing and walking around the compartment as the train pulled to a jeering halt. His mind was way out there at that moment and when the train stopped, he stumbled backwards and fell over Jessica's feet. He lay there for a moment and rubbed his head. "Oww..." He stood back up and picked up his luggage, putting Ace back into his cage.

People started to climb down the steps of the train's exit and file out, their feet moving fast and excitedly. It was a dark and windy night, and their robes flapped every which way around their feet.
Dalton jumped off the last step and looked around as he walked along the pavement. He turned his head and waited for Jessica to catch up. As he did so, he watched as the first years were directed to the boats to cross the lake.

[Andi Lupin]

"Ahh, the kitchens. There should be some good food ready in there." Andi grinned. She walked up to the bowl of fruit and tickled the pear. "Let's go! I'm getting hungry.." She ran into the kitchen and was instantly bombarded by house elves. She grabbed random foods off of their plates and stuffed it into her mouth.

Jessica grabbed her trunk and followed Dalton out the compartment. "Well, we're finally back. I should probably go help the other prefects, but they can manage. Let's go find a good seat in the Great Hall."

[jen]

He nodded and led the way up to the castle, entering through the double doors and down the hall. They passed one of the closets Filch kept all of his cleaning supplies in and his dratted cat ran out of it, weaving in and out of the students' legs, mowing at those who were fooling around. Dalton watched it for a moment and was then distracted by the smell of fresh food drifting out of the Great Hall and down the hallways. He wasn't that hungry, but maybe a warm roll would do him some good.

[Justly]

Gwyneth and Tony were arguing as they hurried up the steps of the oh so beloved school.
"Alright,fine,you win...Again."Tony admitted."Hey,I'll see you later alright?"
"Yeah,catch you later Tony."Gwyneth replied nodding absentmindedly and searching the crowds for some other firmiliar face.

[jen]

Milo slung his bag over his shoulder and then strode alongside Gwyneth. "Hey" he said with a grin, slipping a hand into his pocket as he walked up the steps that lead the the castle doors. "Its good to be back. I can't wait to eat...I'm tired of my father's horrible cooking."

[bellatrix]

Cygnus stood in the midst of the crowd looking around for Eta. He thought he had spotted Saiph, but it had been merely a stick.

Eta stepped off the train, opened Riegel's cage and he took to the air immediatly, soaring like the proud bird he was. He took to the night sky like an eagle, his large wing span noticeable. She did like her owl. "Sorry, Saiph, butI can't have one of the professors finding you in the pumpkin juice pitcher again," Eta caged her reptile, reminiscing about last year's little feast prank.

Cygnus finally released Alnitak, still groggy from tainted rodent. He clumsily took to the sky, but began to coast serenely through the air. He headed for the carriages, pulled by Thestrals, that were going to the castle.

Eta seated herself in a Thestral Carriage as well, she'd always denied her ability to see them, after all, not everyone did. She pushed her trunk under her seat for the time being.

[Justly]

"Is it that bad?She asked grinning."Well,you can't beat Hogwarts when it comes to fine dining.I'm starved too acctually."She looked around thoughtfully."Its good to be back."

[Anthony Dorev]

Anthony stepped off the train, quietly looking from left to right, his hands in his pockets. He breathed in the sweet night air, and closed his eyes, trying not to let his joy of being home show too much. He grabbed his trunk, and began to slowly walk toward the carriages, relishing every step. The thestrals, were ahead of him, preparing to pull the carriages to the school. He choose one, and hopped in, laying his head against the wood panel behind him.

Remus stood near the carriages, anxiously scanning the crowd for a glimpse of Andi. She had disappeared, and she was going to have one long talk ahead of her when he found her. He sighed, and took the nearest carriage, hoping to find her at the feast.

Roan rolled his eyes, following Andi into the kitchen "There's always good food in the kitchens Andi." He swooped down and grabbed a custard that was about to fall and stuffed it into his mouth. "Don't you love elves?" He said with a smile. Looking around he addressed all the elves. "Hey guys, I need a small little favor..." A few minutes later he walked out of the kitchens with Andi. "Don't you think we should make our way to the feast? We are going to want front row seats." He offered his arm to her in a series of flourishes. "M'lady," he said with mock gallantry.

[Andi Lupin]

Andi grabbed a hot buttered roll as they left the kitchens. "I do love them. Excellent little guys they are. Absolutely spiffy." Andi grinned and shoved the roll into her mouth. She closed her eyes, savoring the taste. "Let's go!" She grabbed his arm and hurried to take a seat close to the front of the hall. "Ahh, great day to be back isn't it?"

Jessica took a seat with Dalton at the Slytherin table. "It feels good to be back. Those damned Gryffindors are due for some.. fun. Plus, daddy has kept a close eye on me all summer. It's been so dull."

[jen]

Dalton gave her a half smile and nodded. "They're definately overdue." he replied, taking a small sip of the pumpkin juice in front of him. "It couldn't have been that dull. You're a Malfoy-any exciting, expensive trips? Elegant parties to host...or ones with the not so elegant death eaters? Or at least a hot neighbor to hang with?" he inquired, his spirits lifting as the table started to fill with familiar faces.

[jen]

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