I Love You to the Moon and Back

Chapter 1: Astra's pov

Hello! My name is Astra Dumbledore. Yes, I am Albus Dumbledore's daughter, a pure blood that nobody knows exists. I am starting my 5th year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry as a Ravenclaw. I haven't gotten to meet many people over my stay here, so I only have two friends.

First I'd like to introduce Neville Longbottom he is also a 5th year student. He is a Gryffindor, a brave student who is courageous. Literally defines Neville. I met him 2nd year while going to my herbology class. I haven't met anyone else who is so intrigued by plants.

Next I'd like to introduce Hannah Abbott. She is also a 6th year student. Just like Neville, she isn't in my house, she is a Hufflepuff, loyal and determined. We have met in potions class when we were assigned to be partners. We only talk in that class however, so I really only hangout with Neville.

Another reason why I don't have loads of friends, besides I'm a plant nerd that does her hardest to receive straight A's, is the fact that I really don't like my name. Astra, Latin for "of the stars". I don't like to introduce my name , since I have never been into astrology, so when I'm older I'm going to change it to something better.

Today, while on the Hogwarts Express, I overheard my father talk to Professor Flitwick, head of the Ravenclaw house and the charms professor, about a new student transferring in from some school called Beauxbaton. I remember last year Beauxbaton, a French magic school with the giant lady as headmaster, traveled to Hogwarts for the Triwizard Tournament. I didn't really like them, and they never liked me. However, I wondered if he or she was on the train with us. My mind was swamping with questions, so to clear it, I got relaxed and fell asleep awaiting my next year at Hogwarts.

Hours must have gone by because it was dark by the time we arrived. As usual my father had a big speech after the Sorting Ceremony. "And now enjoy the feast.." He always end with it. I've started to mouth the words when he says it. I had completely forgotten about the new student by this time. I tried to talk to people at my table, but they would ignore me and the Slytherin table next to us just laughed at me. Soon the feast was finally over, and everyone headed back into their dorms. Before I could actually go to sleep I had to get ready for tomorrow by setting out my uniform and brushing my teeth. I was ready to just get the year over with already.

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The next morning came by in a flash. I had to take a shower to wake up, which sucked because I was wanting to wait for tonight, but I was way too tired to stay awake. I ended up taking longer than expected so I had to skip breakfast. My classes were somewhat simple. I had D.A.D.A (Defense Against the Dark Arts), Advance Potions, and Advance Herbology I.

I sprinted to the classroom, hoping to be on time. "Hello child. Glad to see you on time." My professor said, "Take a seat please." I did as she said. I didn't want to get on her bad side since she already gave Harry Potter a tough time. I knew what we were going to learn about since every student enrolled into Hogwarts has to take O.L.W.S in their 5th year and N.E.W.T.S in their 7th. I was really scared to take the test at the end of the year because it determined whether I continue my advance classes (or even any classes at Hogwarts) or if I could get a high paying job. I payed close attention and read through the first couple of chapters of the book Professor Umbridge, Ms. Barbie if you will, only wears pink, and is obviously trying to screw with the Minster of Magic, did I mention she is the 5th DADA professor in the 5 years I've attend here. I still didn't fully understand the material, so I knew I was going to have to study later in the library. After two full hours in that class, it was time to go to Advance Potions. It was on the other side of the hallway, so I had to walk somewhat fast just to make it 30 seconds early.

The professor scares me. He was tall and wore black all the time. His voice was super monotone. I was the only 5th year student in my class or so I thought. I was nervous. I had to complete this potion perfectly, trying not to mess up. I read the directions carefully, going step by step, as Professor Snape, head of the Slytherin House and he wishes he could be the DADA professor, walked by checking all the students work. As he got to me, he stopped. I began to sweat a little. "Good job.." I cocked him a little smile. He told me how to improve my potion making skills and how he doesn't care that I'm a 5th year student, he wasn't going to treat me any special. I was thankful that classes ended because I was starved. It was finally lunch time.

I stuffed my face with a ham sandwich and pumpkin juice before the alarm went off for the last class of the day.

Before class, I met up with Neville, since we had the same class thankfully. We sat next to each other since the only other person we knew was Draco Malfoy, but he only liked us for the answers on the homework. We didn't do much in that class, just went over the rules and the material we were going to go over for the year. I loved Professor Sprout, the head of the Hufflepuff house and of course the Herbology professor, she always was super understanding and tried her best to help everyone. After, professor let us do what we wanted, I tried to finish the potions homework so I could spend more time on my O.W.L.S, but stupid Malfoy kept bugging us. "Hey yo you!" He pointed his finger at me, trying to get my attention. I tried to ignore him, but he didn't take it, so he ended up walking over to me. "What do you want Malfoy?" I looked up at him with a stern look. "I need help with my DADA work." He look at my paper as if I was doing that work. "Ok and that's my problem why?" I went back to writing my paper and filling out formulas. "Meet me in the library at like 7 please." Before I could respond, he left. I was already planning on going to the library, so maybe helping him wasn't a bad thing. Maybe he'll stop asking me for the answers. Class finally ended and it was time to go back to my room to finish up my homework for other classes, including some tomorrow .

After a couple of hours reading over the different formulas for potions since there was a test coming up, I changed into different clothes and putting on a hoodie to make my way to the library.

I waited about ten minutes for Draco. I knew he wasn't coming, so I pulled out my book and paper to study on my own. After 30 minutes of going through the first chapter I heard the door to the library open.

"Finally you're here. I've been waiting for over 30 minutes." I don't look up from my paper.

"You've been waiting for me?" I heard a soft voice, and shot my head up faster than a lightening bolt.

"Oh sorry, I was expecting someone else." I start turning bright pink from the embarrassment.

"It's ok. I needed to finish studying for my O.W.L.S or something like that." She comes and sits next to me and takes out her DADA book.

"Oh that's what I'm doing too." I flash her a little tired smile.

"Oh. Can I study with you then?" She continues to stare at me.

"Oh yea of course you can. I'm just getting started on chapter 2." I look at her while she flips through the pages.

"I'm Luna. Luna Lovegood." she extends her hand for a handshake.

"I'm As-" I start to say my name before Mr. Flinch, a squib, the caretaker, interrupts us.

"What are you ladies doing out in the corridors after hours?" He looks at our work and then back at us.

"Sorry sir, we were just studying for our O.W.L.S" I tell him hoping he'll believe the truth.

"Well off to bed then. You can always come back tomorrow." He leaves as me and my new friend Luna pack our bags.

"What house are you in?" I ask her politely. In reality, I loved hearing her voice, something about how soft it was, made me feel some type of way I've never felt about anyone else.

"The same as you. Ravenclaw." I look at her, I was stunned and confused. "I've seen you at the table."

We both laugh at her remark. Luna Lovegood. A 5th year Ravenclaw, transferred from Beauxbaton, taking the exact same classes as me. As we talked on our way back to our dorm, since we shared one, I developed some sort feelings. Not like I want to be friends feelings, but some other type. I just couldn't put my tongue on it.

It was finally time for bed. I laid down, still trying to think of what is bothering me. Minutes go by of me trying to fall asleep and clear my mind, but it didn't work. I rolled over and saw her sleeping. She looked peaceful, it was adorable. Then it hit me. I wanted her, not just as friends with benefits, I wanted her.

I never had this "instant connection" with anyone else. I felt like I could be myself around her. She was different. I liked her a lot. It was hard to cover that up, but I knew what I wanted, and that is her.

I felt like she is my missing piece.