Y/N slumped at the Ravnclaw table in the Great Hall, her appetite non-existent. Aurora and the others around her were already digging into their food after the long train ride, and the first-year students were being sorted into their respective houses.
"Why aren't you eating?" Sophie asked, her mouth half-full of food.
Y/N shrugged, her gaze briefly flicking towards the Gryffindor table where Hermione was seated. Their eyes met for a split second before Y/N hastily looked away, feeling a pang of awkwardness.
"I'm just not that hungry," Y/N mumbled, even though her stomach was protesting with a low growl. She wasn't in the mood to eat, she never was, but especially not with the tension hanging between her and Hermione.
"What, are you on some kind of diet?" Sophie teased, piling some food onto Y/N's plate. Y/N sighed, reluctantly picking up her utensils and pushing her food around on the plate.
"Agil Crimson!" McGonagall's voice boomed, interrupting the conversation and catching Y/N's attention. She straightened up in her seat, her curiosity piqued.
"Is that your sister?" Seraphina asked, her eyes widening in excitement.
Y/N's lips twitched with annoyance. "I don't know who that is," she replied curtly, her attention divided between the Sorting Hat and her own thoughts.
"Hufflepuff!" the Sorting Hat declared, and Y/N's gaze lifted as Agil walked over to the Hufflepuff table. Agil's eyes met Y/N's, and the younger girl's face lit up with recognition. She waved at Y/N excitedly, but Y/N's response was a curt nod before she looked away, annoyance etched on her features.
"Yo, Crimson, that your sister?" Draco's voice murmured from the Slytherin table, drawing Y/N's attention. She clenched her jaw, not in the mood to explain her family dynamics.
"Axel Crimson!" McGonagall's voice echoed through the hall.
"Hey, you never mentioned you had twin siblings," Aurora nudged Y/N with an amused smile.
"They're not my siblings!" Y/N snapped a bit too sharply, her words echoing in the hall and drawing curious looks from nearby students. She awkwardly cleared her throat, her face flushing as she glanced around at the attention she'd garnered.
"I mean... they're not related to me like that. Just... same last name," she mumbled, not wanting to dive into the complexities of her family history.
"Slytherin!" the Sorting Hat called out, and Axel joined the Slytherin table, blending in with the other students of his house. Y/N sighed quietly, her appetite completely gone now. The tension in the Great Hall was palpable, and Y/N wished she could just disappear.
"Now that the sorting is complete," Dumbledore's authoritative voice echoed through the Great Hall, capturing everyone's attention. "I have a few announcements to make," he continued, and a hushed anticipation spread throughout the room. "I would like to begin by introducing an extraordinary opportunity for our second-year students and above..."
"They will have the unique pleasure and privilege of visiting the Philippines, accompanied by their parents' consent, to attend the renowned Wizarding Schol University for the Magical Arts of the Philippines, commonly known as WSUMAP!"
The Great Hall buzzed with excitement at Dumbledore's announcement. Students exchanged excited whispers and glances, their curiosity piqued by the prospect of a magical journey to a distant land.
"WSUMAP has a longstanding reputation for excellence in magical education," Dumbledore continued, his voice carrying easily across the hall. "This exchange program will allow our students to learn and share magical knowledge with their counterparts from around the world."
Y/N listened attentively, her interest piqued despite the tension that had been hanging between her and Hermione. She imagined the adventure of studying magic in a new and unfamiliar setting, away from the familiarity of Hogwarts.
"As part of this exchange, students will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the diverse magical practices of the Philippines, known for its rich cultural heritage and unique magical traditions," Dumbledore elaborated.
"Woah, are you going?" Aurora nudged, Y/N nodding.
"Yeah, you?" Y/N asked, Aurora nodding.
"Let's be roommates for the hotel," Aurora suggested.
"I think that's a given." Y/N retorted sarcastically, Aurora rolling her eyes playfully.
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Walking through the corridors, Y/N felt a tap on her shoulder, causing her to abruptly turn around with a furrowed brow. "What— oh," she started.
"Y/N, hi!" Agil greeted with a cheeky smile. Y/N's gaze hardened as she looked at the shorter girl.
"Yeah, what do you need?" Y/N replied in a cool tone, crossing her arms.
"I just wanted to introduce myself—" Agil said enthusiastically, but Y/N's jaw clenched.
"I know who you are," Y/N interjected. "Don't talk to me. I'm not your sister, and I never will be," Y/N's tone was deadpan, causing Agil's smile to fade.
"Don't think you can act all friendly with me just because we share a last name and a resemblance. You're just a reminder of Caspian's affair," Y/N sneered, leaving Agil visibly surprised with her mouth slightly agape.
Agil's expression shifted from surprise to hurt, her eyes welling up with tears as Y/N's harsh words hit her like a tidal wave. She took a step back, and her lower lip trembled slightly.
"I... I didn't mean to... I'm sorry," Agil stammered, her voice shaky as she wiped away a tear that escaped her eye. "I just thought maybe... we could get to know each other... as family," she added softly.
Y/N's expression softened slightly, a mixture of guilt and frustration gnawing at her. She hadn't meant to lash out so harshly, but the pain and resentment she felt toward her father and his actions had surged to the surface in that moment.
"I don't want to get to know you," Y/N replied, her voice tinged with a hint of regret. "It's not your fault, but I can't just pretend like everything's okay. I have my own reasons," she added, her tone firm.
Agil nodded, her eyes downcast as she struggled to hold back more tears. "I understand," she whispered. "I'll leave you alone then."
"Hey, don't speak to my sister like that!" A voice emerged from behind Agil— Axel, the new Slytherin addition. His dark curls contrasted with Agil's blonde hair, and he had a more prominent nose. His left eye was half-red and half-blue, while the other was fully red.
"Axel— it's alright..." Agil murmured softly, but Axel scoffed.
"No, she's treating you like trash. God, why are you such a pushover!?" Axel exclaimed, locking eyes with Y/N.
Y/N's lips curled into a disdainful smile, her eyes narrowing at Axel's words. "Oh, how touching," she retorted sarcastically. "Defending your sister's honor? It's almost cute." Her tone dripped with mockery, her arms still crossed defiantly.
Axel's expression darkened, his jaw clenching. "You don't know anything about us," he shot back, his voice laced with frustration.
"Trust me, I know more than enough," Y/N replied coldly. "And I have no interest in getting to know any of you."
Agil's eyes flickered between Y/N and Axel, clearly uncomfortable with the tension between them. "Axel, let's just go," she whispered, tugging at his arm.
Axel hesitated for a moment before finally turning away, shooting one last glare at Y/N. "Fine," he muttered, allowing Agil to guide him down the corridor.
Y/N watched them leave, her expression unreadable. Once they were out of sight, she continued on her way, her thoughts a storm of conflicting emotions.
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Y/N's head swam slightly as a strange sensation swept over her, causing her to grimace and clutch her temples. It felt like an echo, a distant voice that was trying to reach her.
"You're an arse, you know that?" a voice broke through her disoriented state, and Y/N turned her head to see Hermione standing there, looking unimpressed.
"Following me around now, Granger?" Y/N retorted, her tone laced with annoyance.
"Don't flatter yourself," Hermione shot back with a sneer. "I saw how you treated those new students. Do you have any decency at all? Or are you just naturally nasty? I can't believe I was ever friends with you in first year." Her words were sharp, her glare piercing.
Y/N rolled her eyes, unfazed by Hermione's anger. "Yeah, well, times change," she replied dismissively. "You can keep your moral high ground, I'm not interested." With that, Y/N turned and walked away, leaving Hermione standing there with a mixture of frustration and bewilderment on her face.
Y/N walked away from Hermione, her steps determined despite the lingering discomfort in her head. She needed to get away from the prying eyes and the echo-like sensation that still resonated within her mind.
As she walked, Y/N found herself in a more secluded part of the castle, away from the bustling crowds of students. Leaning against a stone wall, she closed her eyes for a moment, taking deep breaths to steady herself.
"Are you alright?" a voice asked, interrupting her thoughts. Y/N opened her eyes to see Dan standing there, his expression a mix of concern and curiosity.
"Not really," Y/N admitted, rubbing her temples lightly. "Something weird is going on."
"Weird how?" Dan inquired, taking a step closer.
"It's like... echoes. Whispers. I can't quite make out what they're saying, but it's like they're there, in the back of my mind," Y/N explained, frustration evident in her voice.
Dan's brow furrowed as he processed her words. "That sounds pretty strange. Maybe you should talk to a professor about it?"
Y/N shook her head. "No, I don't want to make a big deal out of it. It's probably just stress or something."
Dan didn't look entirely convinced, but he didn't press the matter further. "Alright, if you say so. Just make sure you're taking care of yourself."
"Yeah, thanks, mate."
TO BE CONTINUED...
A/N : btw do u like the lil detail with their eyes teehee agil has half blue and half red because she's only partly like caspian (foreshadowing) and axel has a little bit of blue cuz he's similar to his father while Y/N.... 😬
RAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH MABUHAY PHILIPPINES!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU GUYS WILL MEET THE JOLLIBE PEOPLE IN A FEW CHAPTERS SOON RAHHHH ADOBO!