1. Back to Class

All summer, Germany dreamed of returning to Hogwarts. He dreamed of Jane, and had nightmares of extracting revenge on Voldemort for robbing Italy of his memories prior to the tournament. He and Romano often tried to help Italy, but none of their efforts prevailed. All they could do was wait until England told them that school was back in session. When he finally did, he wasn't happy with the newspaper in his hands. "England," Germany started. "I know that look. Was wrong?"

"Harry needs help again." he grumbled out. "Listen. 'Declared by Cornelious Fudge, the cases of the memory and injuries of Feliciano Vargas, a foreign exchange student from Italy, and death of Cedric Digory, Hogwarts student (Hufflpuff), are, and will be, recognized as mire accidents because of lack of proof. The murders can be explained by the Notorious Mass Murderer, Serious Black.' Meaning, the Ministry, wizarding government, refuse to accept that You Know Who has returned." He showed them the picture of Harry with the title alternating between 'Potter' and 'Plotter'.

"That's just crazy!" Romano exclaimed as Italy just watched them in confusion. "There's no way they would do that! And who the fuck is Serious Black?!"

"Harry's godfather." England answered. "And yes, Cornelious has lost his mind and is in great denial from the fear of what happened last time."

"What can we do to help?" Germany asked in determination.

"I need you three to go back to Hogwarts, keep an eye on Harry as always, but also, help him however you can. He needs all the moral support he can get this year." he explained as he led the three boys to his layer once again to be downsized.

"Germany, what is England talking about?" Italy asked periodically throughout the walk.

"You'll see soon." the blond answered. "This is what your bruder and I have been trying to tell you all summer."

After they shrank to twelve year olds, they were given the respected amount of money and the supply list for second years. "Harry had a tough summer," England explained, leading the three to his flu network. "He's nearly been expelled, but you will find him there. They dropped his charges. Goodbye and good luck." With that, once again, they were consumed in the green flames and transported to Digon Ally for school shopping. The last thing they caught was a last minute, "Don't forget to write!" before the layer disappeared.

"Ja Mutter." Ludwig grumbled jokingly before they exited the fire place.

After their shopping was done, they made the journey to the train, then the cubby where they saw Harry, Ron, and Hermione once again. "Do you mind?" Ludwig asked. "Everywhere else is full."

The trio smiled. "Nice seeing you three again." Hermione greeted as she slid over to give them room. "Jolly holiday, Ludwig?"

"It was alright." the German answered as his Gilbert stepped down his arm to his lap.

"Feli, how's your head?" Harry asked. "You hit it pretty bad last year. Anything recover?"

"We can't get him to remember anything!" Lovino answered for his brother. "All he remembers about last year is that something big happened at Hogwarts, but he doesn't even remember what, or that it was at Hogwarts. He just calls it 'Il Castello Magico', which is just 'The Magical Castle'."

"Bloody Hell." was all Ron can say.

They changed into their robes, and walked out to the carriages. "Hermione," Harry started, "what exactly is that?" Ludwig, Feliciano, and Lovino looked to where Harry was looking, but were confused when Hermione stated that there was nothing there.

"What do you mean nothing?!" Lovino tantrumed. "There's a freaky skeleton winged horse thingy pulling the carriage!"

"I think you've gone bloody mad Lovi," Ron chuckled. "there's nothing there, the carriages always pull themselves."

"I see that thing too." Ludwig stated.

"Ve~ me too." Feliciano agreed.

"Don't worry." they heard a soft voice from in the carriage. "You boys aren't going mad. I can see them too." the owner of the voice lowered the up side down magazine she was reading to reveal long, almost white hair and icy pale blue eyes with nearly white skin. "You're just a sain as I am."

"That doesn't help much you-OW!" Lovino scowled at Ludwig for making him interrupt himself as he rubbed his head where he was smacked.

"Fratello, are you okay?" Feli asked.

"I'm not the one that hit my head so hard I lost my memory!" Lovi reminded bitterly as he followed everyone on the carriage, Feliciano following close behind.

They all loaded on the carriage and Hermione brought it upon herself to do introductions. "Everyone, this is Loony Love-" she stopped herself when the Italians and German gave her a worried look. "...Luna Lovegood."

Lovino hung his head. "Note to self, check into a nut ho-OW! POTATO BASTARD!"

"That's rude!" Ludwig scolded. "Apologize to Luna!"

"It's alright." Luna stated. "I get things like that a lot. I am quite used to it. Anyone hungry? I hope there's pudding."

They made their way down to the Great Hall where they enjoyed a great meal and had a long chat about their holiday. "Welcome back for another year at Hogwarts." Dumbledore greeted the students. "Once again, there has been a change in staff. Our original Care of Magical Creatures Professor has been so kind to take his post back while Hagrid is away for important business. Also, the position of Dark Arts Professor has been filled by Ms. Dalores Jane Umbridge. I hope you all join me in welcoming her and wishing her luck that all other professors tend to lack in this position. Also, as usual, Mr. Filtch asked me to remind you-"

"Thank you Headmaster," a woman in a puffy pink suit interrupted. "for those kind words of welcome."

"She was at my hearing." Harry stated to his friends. "She works for Fudge."

Lovino and Ludwig looked back up at the overly sweet woman standing in front of the Headmaster in scowls. "And I also want to thank all of you for all those bright, warm, welcoming faces smiling up at me. I know we are going to be very good friends." When Feliciano looked around, everyone, at least at the Ravenclaw table, was glaring daggers at the woman. "The Minister for Magic has decided that education here at Hogwarts is misled. I am here to help you to preserve what must be preserved, perfect what can be perfected, and outlaw what must be prohibited." With that, the woman sat back down.

Confused, the four Gryffindor's turned to Hermione. "What the fuck was that about?" Lovino asked.

Hermione sighed. "The Ministry is interfering at Hogwarts."