Once Upon A Snake In Progress. Adding new ideas Elements to previous episodes.

Episode 3 The Hogwarts Express

The train was going arrive soon and Roland was still triple checking everything on his notepad. He couldn't afford to forget anything.

Robin- Roland calm down. Your mom helped you pack this morning and she is the most organized person to ever exist. Robin said trying to hold back a laugh.

Regina- Robin don't laugh. It's good that he isn't leaving until he's absolutely sure that nothing is messing. Regina said clearly annoyed by her husband. Roland wasn't listening to either of his parents. All his attention was on his luggage. He was just about done. Roland turned his head as he heard a horn. The train was arriving. Roland hugged his mom and dad.

Roland- I'm going to miss you guys so much. Roland said. Burying his face in Robin's chest.

Robin- Come on Roland you are going to do great. Mom and I will write you every week. Robin said. Trying to reassure his son.

Regina- And don't forget Henry is going be staying in Hogsmeade in case you need anything. Regina said as she rubbed Roland's shoulder.

Roland smiled and nodded just when the train came to a complete stop. He turned around and ran inside it. Robin put his luggage onboard behind him.

Regina- Have a wonderful year Ro. Regina said every letter carrying pride for her son.

Roland- Thanks mom. I'll write you as soon as I've been sorted. Roland said excitedly. The train started to move and all 3 of them waved. In no time at all the train disappeared from the station as it turned around a mountain.

Robin- You know when Roland first asked if he could learn magic I couldn't believe I had a son who wanted to be a wizard. Before meeting and falling in love with you I had not been the biggest fan of magic. Only using it as a last resort. Robin explained calmly.

Regina- So now how do you feel about magic and your son's interest in it now? Regina asked with a smile.

Robin- I could never imagine my life without every magical adventure I've had with you. As far Roland, I could not be prouder of him. Robin said sincerely.

Regina- How long do you think before he finds his present. Regina asked curiously.

Robin- My guess half an hour. Robin said after thinking for a second.

Regina smiled. She knew Roland was going to be a truly amazing wizard.

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It took about 10 minutes for Roland to find Walter. When he did he was surprised to find another boy sitting across from him.

Walter- Hey Roland come sit beside me. Walter said slapping the seat next to him. Roland sat down.

Walter- This is Roger. I met him when I got on the train. Walter explained happily.

Roland- It's nice to meet you Roger. Roland said sincerely.

Roger- Likewise. Roger said smiling.

Walter- This is going to be Roger's first year as well. Walter said happily.

Roland- Cool. Do you have any family at Hogwarts? Roland asked curiously.

Walter- My mom was in Ravenclaw. She was quidditch captain. Walter said proudly.

Then he went into a thorough and detailed description of the rules.

Roland listened intently. Even though he wasn't sure if he wanted to actually play yet he loved the concept of quidditch.

When the convention ended Roland took the opportunity to get his money for when the trolley came. As he pulled it out of one of his bags something unfamiliar fell out. Roland picked it up. It was a long rectangular box with a letter attached to it. Roland opened the box. It was a new wand. Next he opened the letter. It was from his mom.

Regina's letter to Roland.

( My dear Roland.

As I write this letter I remember the day you first asked me to teach you magic.

I can't tell you how excited I was to share my knowledge. You showed so much enthusiasm and talent. When you past your first transfiguration test aunt Zelena and I were so impressed. You were so young and inexperienced. Yet that first test and onward was at least a B-. Hogwarts will be so lucky to have you. I know haw much loved your first wand but with a new school there should be a new wand. I made this wand from some of the wood from my apple tree and a harpie feather for it's core. I know you will make as all proud.

Love Mom.)

As Roland finished reeding the letter his stomach growled. He was really hungry.

Roger- Would you like a chocolate frog? Roger asked holding a small red a gold coloured box.

Roland- I would thanks. Roland said taking the box.

His mom's letter was still on his mind as he held the chocolate frog box. He certainly had not been expecting it. Maybe he should have though. It was just like his mom to do something like that. Roland smiled determined to make his family proud. He took his new wand and opened the chocolate frog  box with it. He felt a surge of power shoot through his arm. He could tell right away that this wand was so much more powerful then his old one. The red and gold box revealed a milk chocolate frog. After eating it he looked at the card. To his surprise a familiar green skinned witch with red hair and a pointed hat was looking back at him.

Roland- No Way! Roland said. Completely shocked.

Walter- Recognize someone? Walter asked curiously.

Roland- It's my aunt Zelena. When she used to be wicked. Roland answered still processing. Why hadn't she mentioned that she had been to this realm. Especially when he had gotten his letter from Hogwarts. He was definitely going to write too her about it.

Then the compartment door opened and the trolley witch poked her head in.

The 3 boys bought a ton of candy. It turned out that Roland loved sugar quails. A surprise since he hadn't had that big a sweet tooth in years. As they ate they continued to talk and got to know each other. It turned out that Roger's mom had died when he was 5 years old. His biological dad had tried but he was a pretty bad father. After he had become ward of the state he had been adopted by a former baseball star named George Knox along with his younger brother JP. Walter had never known his dad. His mom had been a really bad parent. He just about raised himself until his uncles took him in. The 3 of them each had very different families. It was cool. Roland was having so much fun with his new friends. Before they new it they were arriving at Hogsmeade station.

When they got off the train a massive bearded man guided the first years to a lake where they got into rowboats and made their way to Hogwarts. Roland held his breath as they approached the huge doors that led into the caste.

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A/N

1 So let's start with Roland new wand. I trying to think what would make a good core. Then I remembered the harpie from the underworld in the Camelot ark. Ok I know in the show it's a Furie. But the Furies have nothing do with the underworld in mythology. They're the daughters of the goddess of retribution, and they're from the Iliad. In Greek mythology the Harpie's are storm spirits😡. Sorry I got carried away there. I just love Greek mythology😅. And since I'm combining Onc Upon a Time with Xena I'll be using the Xena version of the Harpies. In Xena the harpies guard Hades's palace. Anyway I can imagine one of her feathers falling off during the battle and Regina keeping it just in case.

2 So in movie we learn nothing about Roger's mom. I just thought Ravenclaw would be cool.

3 like before we don't really find out much about Walter's mom in the movie. That's just the vibe I always got about how she raised him. Or lack there of.

4 Roger and JP are from Angels In The Outfield.