Chapter 49:
Eventually Harry left after passing a few more minutes talking to the couple. He told them of his plans for Sirius and bringing him in for a medical scan as soon as he could. Seeing how he had to wait for Remus, Harry wandered back to the Leaky Cauldron, making sure to keep his hood up as he strolled.
Wandering past Flourish and Blotts, Harry saw something that made him do a double take. Two weeks today, apparently 'The Great' Gilderoy Lockhart would be in store, signing his latest book. Harry snorted - he had forgotten about that peacock. He wondered if he would still be hired before another stray thought hit - Tom's diary. The expletives Harry let out would have made Phineas Black proud.
Returning to his room, Harry knew he needed to be in Diagon Alley in two weeks. He needed that book.
Sitting there, Harry was drawn out of his thoughts by the tapping of an owl. Letting in the fluffy bird, Harry watched as Hedwig puffed up in response before they greeted each other. Harry had felt bad for his old friend; this year he had no reason for the bird, however he did try to visit her when he could.
Taking the letter from the delivery bird, Harry gave him a few treats and saw that Neville had written to him.
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Hey Harry,
So how's your summer so far? My gran has been trying to get me some tutors for Charms and Transfiguration.
She said that you're welcome to come over whenever you want, for as long as you like. I think she's proud of the fact I'm you're friend, to be honest.
I don't think she can actually believe the fact that I have three whole friends; she always did think I was "a bit soft".
But she's been nicer this summer. So please come soon!