Kagome's Life Changes

Kagome walked down the cement and stopped between platforms nine and ten. Sighing, she took a big breath of air and ran to hit the platform head on. She waited for the crash and her stuff to go flying, however, she was in perfect condition, and facing a giant red and black train. The whole place was empty except for Hagrid who was now standing quietly beside her.

"Go and find yerself a compartment to rest in, the other students and their families will be here in about 30 minutes. I figured it be best if we got ere' a little early so there wouldn't be too much ruckus on yer first day. I'll see yeh at the school." He had told her, and with a giant bear hug, he walked away without another word.

Kagome heaved all her belongings onto the train and walked down the aisle till she found a decent sized compartment. She placed her stuff on top of the luggage racks above her seat and then sat down. The feel of the cushions soothed her, and she yawned loudly. Soon she was lying on her side against the window sleeping.

30 minutes later;

A lot of voices, a lot of noises: scurrying sounds, shouts, laughter, running, slamming, opening, crying, and then a low hoot in her ear. Kagome fluttered her eyes open quickly and sat up. Looking out the window she could see families saying goodbye to their sons, daughters, nieces, nephews, grandchildren, siblings as they loaded onto the train for school. When she yawned again, she heard another hooting noise, and startled, she looked to her left and saw a bird sitting on the seat with her.

It was a black owl with sapphire blue eyes and silver tipped feathers. Its beak was also silver, and she thought it was the most beautiful owl she had ever seen. She held her hand out slowly to it, so she wouldn't frighten it, but it cooed and rubbed its head on her hand like a cat. In its talons was a rolled up piece of parchment that she gently took from it.

Dear Kagome, it read…

Happy 17th birthday! The owl is yours as a gift since you forgot to buy a pet back when we were in Diagon Alley. Take care of him.

Sincerely, Hagrid

Kagome smiled as the owl cooed again and eyed the sparkling bracelet on her wrist. The same one her uncle had given her in a dream she had once. Looking at it, she smiled sadly and wondered if that demon venom was ever going to work. It's been two years and she hasn't yet noticed any signs of changing. Maybe it was because she hadn't been to the feudal era, or because she'd been living a normal life those past years. Maybe things would change during her stay at Hogwarts. She certainly hoped so.

Her thoughts were broken as another hoot was made from her owl. He looked impatient, and she smiled. "I think I'll call you Dark Star. That seems good enough." The owl made a purring sound with its throat in enjoyment and flew to the luggage rack to take a nap. She laughed, pulled out her robes and quickly changed into them; she wanted to be ready early. Lying back down, she fell silently asleep again.

"Hey guys lets use this one, it seems empty since I don't hear anything." A voice said from behind the compartment door. Two other voices agreed silently, and the door slid open, feet scuffled, and then it shut silently again. Luggage was thrown quietly on the rack, and then there was an irritated hoot.

"Hey look!" A girl's voice whispered, "There's someone in here, and just look at her owl! Isn't he just gorgeous? I wonder who that person is." The voice asked.

"I'm just surprised you don't know who they are. I mean you usually know everyone when we don't Hermione." Another male voice answered her. At this point, Kagome was rousing from her sleep, and she heard Dark Star ruffle his feathers in irritation at how the people were waking her up. Kagome smiled, as she caught herself before announcing she was awake. So the girl was Hermione. Hadn't she heard that name before?

"I don't know everyone, Harry." Hermione snapped quietly. Kagome could have sworn she heard that name also. She waited for them to say the other boys' name.

"Usually, you do. Doesn't she Ron?" Harry said, and at that name, Kagome silently stirred. Then she heard his voice.

"Yeah, usually you do." 'Ron…' She moved a little bit. "Hey, she moved. Maybe she's waking up!" Ron said to the others. One second she was sitting the next, she was clinging to Ron's neck in a hug. He stiffened in surprise.

"Ron! It's me, Kagome remember." She said a little happy as she pulled away from him to settle back in her seat. His eyes widened in realization.

"Kagome! What a coincidence. Harry, Hermione, this is the girl we saw in the wand shop yesterday. The very same one that I saved from Malfoy." He turned to the others with that goofy grin on his face. Harry and Hermione smiled and both said "Hello", and Kagome returned them warmly.

Instantly, Kagome and Hermione started talking like they were old friends. They just wanted to get to know each other better. Harry and Ron looked at each other, and both silently agreed that they would never understand girls. They all laughed and talked, warming up to Kagome quickly.