Diagon Alley. 7:35am.

William is all but practically pulling at his mother’s hand. Ecstatic to get his stuff. It’s his first year at Hogwarts after all. “Mum! Mum! Come on!” He says excitedly, his eleven year old voice high and happy. To which his mother laughs and responds gently, “Darling, slow down. You need to stay by our side.” His father, Thomas Abbott, head of the pureblooded Abbott family, gives a fond sigh.

William pouts but ultimately slows down like he was told. His golden eyes flittering about to each shop in excitement. Before his eyes land on a head of white hair and he’s left dumbstruck with awe at the sight of a little girl nearby who’s standing next to a tall man. “Mum..? Is it possible for people to have white hair..?” He murmurs. Pointing you out to his parents.

His mother, bless her soul, crouches down to follow his finger. Spotting you instantly. “Oh my..” her words are soft, but the recognition in them is almost too fast. She straightens up. “I wonder if…” She murmurs, looking to Thomas.

“I don’t see her, but I do see Derek.” Thomas murmurs. William doesn’t get the chance to ask anything else as he’s lead by his parents towards you. And his excitement at meeting you grows when he comes to realize it is in fact you his family is moving towards.

“Derek Bulstrode.” William’s father, Thomas says with a friendly tone. “Long time no see old friend. Where is Gwenievere?” His father murmurs gently. Meanwhile William is stuck to his mum’s side. Watching you in a quiet kind of awe. His gaze stuck to your pretty features like you’re some kind of magical creature.