<div align="center"><span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>September 1st</strong></span></div><br/><div align="center">(http://i53.tinypic.com/2u4lmd1.jpg)<br/>(http://i53.tinypic.com/2ch6exx.jpg)</div><br/>Remedy Lestrange woke up and rolled out of her four poster bed, letting her feet hit the warm, black carpet. It was her favorite day of the year, the return to Hogwarts. Remedy had always felt at home at Hogwarts, it was her home and the only place she really belonged. It was bitter sweet however, because this year would be her last. A pit formed in her stomache, she hoped becoming a healer was the right choice. She was nervous for her classes this year, they would be more difficult than they've been in the past. She would need to acheive Exceeds Expectations at N.E.W.T. Potions, Transfiguration, Herbology, Charms, and Defense Against the Dark Arts. Her course load was full, though she knew it'd be worth it.<br/><br/>She made her way into her small, private bathroom. After turning the shower on, she let the room fill up with steam as she removed her clothes. Once she had washed and shaved, she put on a soft, white robe. Remedy dried her blonde hair, styling it into smooth, loose curls. Then she stared for a great deal of time at the scars that scattered her body, especially the one directly across her neck. She held back tears, as she always did, and mumbled a few glamours to cover them up. After that she applied a thick coat of cover up to be safe and put on some dark eye makeup, keeping her lips more natural. Making her way back into her room, she walked over to her closet door where her outfit for the day, the only one she hadn't packed, was hanging. It was a royal blue v-cut sweater, skinny jeans, and a pair of heeled dark grey boots. Once she got dressed, she spritzed herself with a bit of perfume and put some miscelaneous items she might need in her purse. She proceeded to make sure her room was spotless before levitating her trunk down the stairs and grabbing a bite to eat in the kitchen.<br/><br/>With no one to say goodbye to, Remedy scooped up her tiny grey kitten. Remedy had gotten her in Diagon Alley the week before and named her Celeste because of her bright sky-blue eyes. After taking one good look around the kitchen, Remedy mumbled a goodbye and apparated to King's Cross Station.<br/><br/>She appeared as though she had already been there, and no muggle took any notice, however, a student did.<br/><br/>"Remedy, wait up!" She heard. Her head turned and she smiled as she saw Remus Lupin approaching. The bags under his eyes were darker, and she knew he had more scars than the last time she saw him. She would never ask what they were from, of course. She wouldn't want anyone inquiring about hers.<br/><br/>"Hello, Remus. How was your summer?" The question was unoriginal and vague but the only thing she could think of. She was so immersed in his scars she had lost her train of thought.<br/><br/>"Uneventful, spent some time at the Potters with Sirius and Peter. You got a new cat?" He responded as the two began walking towards Platform 9 3/4.<br/><br/>"Oh dear Merlin, poor Mrs. Potter. You lot must have kept her on her toes. And yes, this is Celeste. Once she caught my eye in Diagon Alley I just couldn't leave her." Remedy explained. Remus laughed, it was just like Remedy to get emotional about a kitten. She had one of the biggest hearts of anyone Remus knew, regardless of her background and her family. She reminded him of Sirius, but much more mature of course. He had considered telling her about his furry-problem in the past. She had become a good friend, always trying to keep the Marauders out of trouble and she was the most reliable study buddy he ever had, along with Lily. However, he knew he couldn't. She might play it off like it didn't bother her because she was nice, but he knew deep down she'd think he was a monster. He didn't want to lose a friend and run the risk of her telling people.<br/><br/>Once they walked through the wall of the platform they were greeted by a familiar scarlet train. Smoke emerged from the top as the engine was humming in anticipation of taking the students to Hogwarts. It was a comforting site to both Remus and Remedy. The two searched the crowd with their eyes to spot anyone they knew. Both hoping to avoid the Slytherins. Especially Remedy who hoped she wouldn't see her brother Rabastan or his friends just yet. She was always polite but it was far to early for awkward conversations.