Harry Potter and the Great Old Ones

"Hey, you two finally showed up!" Hermione frowned, looking a little impatient.

"Sorry, Hermione, it took us a while to pack," Harry quickly apologized.

“Well, now that we’re ready, let’s go.” Hermione urged, frowning, then turned and picked up a small suitcase. “This time we’re not traveling in magical vehicles, but in Muggle vehicles, Muggle vehicles!”

Hermione looks exceptionally beautiful today—

She was wearing a dark green long dress, and her hair was unusually styled in an updo, adorned with a hair clip that resembled a black crown, making her look like a princess from a fairy tale.

“Let me tell you, Muggle transportation doesn’t wait for us like wizarding transportation does.” Hermione dressed like a princess, but spoke like a witch, chattering away, her tongue shrewd and quick-witted. “Do you know how many Muggles use transportation every day?”

"Tens of millions! Tens of millions!" Hermione was clearly very excited as well—

Humans have a natural interest in migration.

Even though Hermione has recently become extremely engrossed in studying the Philosopher's Stone.

“Muggle transportation doesn’t wait for anyone. It’ll just leave when it’s time, and then all our train tickets, boat tickets, and plane tickets will be forfeited.” Hermione’s voice was a little excited.

"Hehehe, Hermione, don't be in such a hurry," Ron said with a hint of helplessness. "It's only 8:30 in the morning, and my Hogwarts Express doesn't depart until 10:00."

“We could even have breakfast before we leave,” Ron said, his heart filled with anticipation.

“Or we can have breakfast on the Hogwarts Express,” Hermione said, then turned and saw Ron still dawdling, and suddenly reached out and pulled him along.

"Hurry up!" Hermione urged. "Okay, okay, okay," Ron and Harry exchanged a glance and could only quicken their pace to follow behind Hermione.

They walked out of the Gryffindor common room and down the stairs. Despite being scolded by Hermione, it didn't dampen Ron's spirits, and the sunlight shone on their faces.

They walked through the inner courtyard of Hogwarts Castle, chatting about recent interesting events and their upcoming journey.

Laughter and a relaxed atmosphere filled their surroundings; everyone was filled with anticipation for the trip.

Harry, holding his Unmarkable Extended Bag, joked with Ron, who in turn teased Harry about his hairstyle.

Besides them, there were other young wizards who were taking the Hogwarts Express home for their summer vacation today.

They walked along the cobblestone streets of Hogsmeade Village to Hogsmeade Railway Station and boarded the old train they rode every year.

Although the number of young wizards has surged this year due to Hogwarts' expansion of its enrollment from all over Europe, the Hogwarts Express's interior space is more than ten times larger than before thanks to the Invisible Extension Charm used by Tyrell, and it has even been divided into two levels.

Therefore, Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Ginny quickly found an empty compartment on the second floor of the Hogwarts Express.

The wooden chairs inside the carriage were clean and comfortable, complementing the red decorations perfectly.

Shortly after they sat down, they immediately felt a slight vibration and heard a loud whistle, accompanied by the slight jolt of the train starting to move—

The train is starting to move.