The Dueling Professor | Gellert Grindelwald [Complete]

An Ilvermorny Girl In A Hogwarts World

A/N: Jude Law is Dumbledore in this story.
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Sapphire's POV:

'Merlin help me!' I thought inside of my head as the Hogwarts Express appeared in front of me. I was a little shook up about having to run at a seemingly solid wall to reach a magical platform. The place was filled with witches and wizards, sending their children off to school. My parents didn't come along even thought it's my first year at Hogwarts. I'm not a first year student, though; I'm actually going into my sixth year of magical learning. It's just... my parents and I had to move to England due to a job offer they had accepted. I was proud of them, especially since it took them so long to actually make a name for themselves as Aurors. The Ministry of Magic were impressed by their skills, and wanted them to join their team. In a way I sort of hoped I could have stayed with my aunt and uncle, so I could continue my learning at Ilvermorny. But... on the other hand... maybe it was best that I was going to a new school. Maybe this fresh new start is exactly what I need. I pressed my thoughts to the back of my mind as I rolled my trolley up to the loading dock and then quickly boarded the train. 'I hope I get a compartment all to myself.' I said inside of my head, but I doubted that was going to happen. To my surprise I actually found an empty compartment and hurried inside before someone else could take it. 'I wonder if my professors are gonna be nice... I hope they're nice.' I said inside of my head as I settled in my seat. I reached into my pocket and pulled out my phone so I could plug my headphones into it. A couple of years ago I ended up charming my phone so I could listen to music while I was at school; I'm probably the only person in the wizarding world with a cellphone, and the only no-maj with a phone that has endless battery life. I scrolled through my extremely long song list in search of a song to listen to. After a few minutes I finally ended up choosing Radioactive by Imagine Dragons. Suddenly, the train started moving. Honestly, I was shocked that someone hadn't opened the door and asked if they could sit in here with me. I guess no one really likes sitting with strange people from America. I smirked in amusement at the thought as I stared out of the window and focused on the music I was listening to. Before long, the urban scenery faded into more rural areas. It was actually very beautiful. My stomach started growling slightly, and a snack trolley came by as if on cue. "Anything from the trolley, dear?" An elderly looking woman asked me curiously. I took an ear bud out and got up to get a couple chocolate frogs and licorice wands. As I ate the snacks I had bought I went back to zoning out. That's when I decided I probably should read something so I didn't fall asleep. I shut my phone off and put it away before reaching into my school bag to retrieve the current book I was reading. By the time I read a couple of chapters it was time to change into my robes. Unlike the ones I had to wear at Ilvermorny, these ones were black. I actually liked that better than the blue ones we were issued back in America. After I was dressed I sat back down and continued reading. But I still made a few alterations to my uniform; I got a pair of pants rather than a skirt. Skirts and dresses never were my thing, and I hoped that the headmaster didn't mind me wearing pants instead. Especially since I'd rather be expelled than wear a stupid skirt. The ride on the train was quite lonely, but I didn't mind. It gave me the time to read quietly and clear my head a bit. On top of everything else I was nervous about, I was terrified which house I was going to be sorted in. In the letter I received from Hogwarts, it stated that they had four different houses I could he sorted in just like Ilvermorny. I had the options of Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, and Slytherin. Both of my parents said they think I'll be placed in Ravenclaw, but I wasn't too sure. I was a Pukwudgie at Ilvermorny; I kinda thought I might be placed in Hufflepuff. All I hoped for is that people would be kind to me in whatever house I was sorted in. The sky outside had been dark for about an hour before the train started slowing down. That's when the nerves really kicked in. Once we were completely stopped, the doors started opening and students filled the small hallway. I was near the back of the train, which meant I was the last one to get off, but I didn't mind. It meant I didn't have to cut through all of the chaos. When I finally got off of the train, I filled my lungs with fresh cool air that calmed my nerves a bit. "Miss Vander, I presume?" I heard a friendly British accent say. I looked to my right to see a woman with black hair that was tied up underneath a pointy hat. "Yes, that's me." I replied shyly. "Professor McGonagall. Welcome to Hogwarts, it's a pleasure to meet you. Please follow me; quickly now, or we won't make it to the Great Hall before everyone else does." She said as she ushered me into a large carriage. I only got a quick glimpse, but I noticed that the carriage was being pulled my a couple of thestrals. The two of us sat in silence as we were quickly taken up the path towards the school. "So... how exactly will I be sorted into my Hogwarts house?" I asked her curiously, breaking the quiet atmosphere. "Right when we arrive, actually... hence the rush." She replied as she whipped one of the thestrals with a whip. I winced at the loud crack and nearly fell out of my seat when the carriage suddenly jolted forward. "Oh." I replied, not really sure what to say. A part of me breathed a sigh or relief, because I really didn't wanna get sorted with the other first years; that would have just been embarrassing. I pressed my thoughts to the back of my mind as we passed other carriages on our way. Some students started and pointed as we passed them up and it made me a little uncomfortable. When we came to a skidding stop, we hurried out of the carriage and she lead me through a set of large doors. I was amazed at how massive and grand it looked. I wondered if it looked as beautiful on the outside during the day. 'It probably does.' I said inside of my head. I followed professor McGonagall down a hallway to a large stone griffin. "Lemon Drops." She said before the griffin began to move upwards, revealing a set of steps that went up as well. She lead me up the stone steps, which lead to another doorway; this one was smaller than the other one though. A group of witches and wizards of all ages and sizes were staring at me when we walked into the room. A bunch of metallic, mechanical looking objects were steaming, ticking, and clanking softly on a near by table. As I took in my surroundings I realized that I was standing in the headmaster's office. Professor McGonagall introduced me to professor Dumbledore who was holding an old and dusty looking hat. It was a muddy brown color, but there were signs to let you know the hat once was black. "Welcome to Hogwarts Miss Vander. Say hello to your heads of house professors." He said as he introduced them to me. Professor Sprout: Hufflepuff, professor Flitwick: Ravenclaw, professor McGonagall; Gryffindor, and professor Snape: Slytherin. Once introductions were over, Dumbledore asked me to take a seat before he placed the raggedy hat on my head. "Ah, a mature mind for me to sink my teeth into." A whispy, yet gravely voice said inside of my head. It sort of scared me a bit, and I hoped no one noticed. "You have a bright mind, and a creative personality. A kind, yet damaged heart... and a thirst to prove yourself. Hmmm... this is a difficult one." The voice said, and my heart started pounding in my chest. I almost thought the hat had given up before he spoke up again. "Must be... Slytherin!!" He yelled, which surprised me. My parents were wrong and so was I. The professors clapped happily, but professor Snape seemed to clap with the most enthusiasm. Dumbledore took the hat off of my head and clapped as well. "Very good. Very good indeed." He replied with a sparkle in his baby blue eyes. His dark hair and beard was a huge contrast to his light colored eyes. The Hogwarts crest on my robes suddenly changed to the Slytherin crest. 'I hope my parents don't mind that I'm a Slytherin.' I thought inside of my head. Professor McGonagall and the others lead me towards the Great Hall. I wasn't surprised to find that half of the place was filled with students already. Professor Snape showed me which table I had to sit at and then left to follow the other teachers. I took a seat at the long table and made sure that I wasn't invading anyone's personal space. "So... you're the transfer from Ilvermorny, huh?" A male voice caught my attention. I looked towards the direction the voice was coming from, and a bleach blond haired boy came into view. He had blue eyes, and he gave off the vibe of a spoiled rich kid. The kind that get zero love from their parents, but are loaded with money. "Yeah, I am." I replied. "Well, I'm glad you got placed in Slytherin rather than Gryffindor... even if you are an American." He said. I wasn't quite sure if that was a complement or an insult, so I just sort of nodded and turned my attention elsewhere. I looked around and admired the beautiful stained glass windows, along with the amazing architecture. My eyes scanned the staff table and spotted a few professors that weren't in Dumbledore's office. One of them caught my attention more than the others. A man with spiked up bleach blond hair was sitting next to professor Snape. I couldn't really see him too well, but his hair made him stand out more than anyone else. 'I wonder if I have any of his classes.' I said inside of my head. The first years began getting sorted, and I desperately hoped that it would move along quicker. My stomach was growling, and I didn't want anyone to hear it. When the sorting hat's song ended, Dumbledore stood up and began making a speech. Most of what he said were new guidelines and rules, etc, etc. "I'd like all of you to welcome Sapphire Vander," He said, and I stood up so people would know who I am. But I quickly sat down after a few seconds. I just felt uncomfortable with everyone looking at me. "Please make her feel welcome here at Hogwarts." He said before he wrapped everything up. The table suddenly filled with plates and bowls of food. 'House elves.' I said inside of my head as I began filling my plate. I remembered someone telling me that house elves prepare the food and clean the school at Ilvermorny, and I figured it was the same here. I ate and drank as much as I could without feeling miserable and uncomfortable. The whole time I was being asked questions about Ilvermorny, and it was kinda annoying. But at least people actually wanted to talk to me for once. I also noticed that students from other houses were glancing at me every once in a while. Before long, we were dismissed from the Great Hall, and we followed the head boy and girl out into the hallway. As we did, I noticed that we had walked into the dungeons of the school. The head boy stopped in front of a moving portrait and said "Acromantula Venom." The portrait came apart from the wall and reveled a doorway. Apparently this was the Slytherin common room along with the boys and girls dorms. The place looked like my room at home. Black furniture, taper candles, books, and skulls everywhere. It looked really cool, and I was suddenly glad that I was placed in this house. I went straight up to my dorm, which was all the way at the top of the stairs. The best part, is that I didn't have a roommate. I had the whole room all too myself. I changed into my pajamas and climbed into bed to listen to some music and draw a little in my sketchbook. After a while I got ready to go to bed, because I didn't wanna feel like a zombie when I woke up for my classes tomorrow morning.

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