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"Are you sure that you want to do this?"

Luna turns and smiled at Neville as the answer to his question. Neville Longbottom, war hero, teacher, and friend of Luna Lovegood. She was dressed for travel as well as wearing many different trinkets that she has gathered over the years.

"I mean, why America?" Neville looked uncomfortable waiting for Luna's portkey to New York to be activated for travel. She looked over at Neville and her large eyes started deep into Neville soul.

"The white river monster of course. Their breeding season is to be finishing up in a few days so to see them now is the best time." A faraway look overcame her eyes, seeing something that was not here. "It has been a long time since I have here for too long."

A confused look went over Neville face. "What exactly do you mean?"

A light laugh came through Luna lips. "Many have moved on with their lives and I am doing just the same."

"Could you not do it here with the rest of your friends nearby?"

"Do not worry Neville, I will be but a portkey away if you are so worried that you would not be able to visit me."

A sigh of acceptance escape Neville once he realize that he will not be able to convince the witch in front of him to changing her mind. It has been close to a decade since the war, but it has had lasting effects that were still felt by the people involved. "Well then try to write back as much as you can. Take time to enjoy America while you are there I guess."

A smile brighten Luna face with her eyes shinning bright. "I shall do so. Do you want me to send back some plants for the Hogwarts collection?"

"Don't try to put yourself in danger of just getting a sample," chuckled Neville, "Just try to be safe."

"I shall."

Luna turned her back to Neville with her luggage in her hand walking through the door that lead to the portkey take off. A circle ring laid in the center of the room with a worker standing off to one of to the side with a clip board in hand.

"Ms. Lovegood?"

"That is me."

"Your portkey is present in the center of the room. Once you touch it, the ring will teleport you to New York, any questions?"

A shake of her head gave enough of indication to the worker she was ready. The trinkets around her neck clinked together in echo replied to her answer.

"Very well have a nice trip to the magical community of the United States."

Luna bent down and took hold of the ring. Smoke started to encircle Luna and a smell of rotten fish started to cover the air. The worker went into high alert but by the time the smell was detected, Luna was already gone.