One possible plot could be that they meet during a wizarding event in France. Fleur, being from a French wizarding family, might be at a magical fair. Harry could be there with the Dursleys on a 'family' trip (forced by the Dursleys to go to France). They accidentally cross paths and Fleur, sensing Harry's unique magical aura, strikes up a conversation. This could be the start of an interesting pre - Hogwarts friendship.
It could be that they meet in a magical forest. Harry might have run away from the Dursleys for a short while and ended up in a forest that has some magical properties. Fleur, who is exploring the forest for some magical plants for her family's potions, stumbles upon Harry. She helps him find his way back home and they exchange stories about their magical upbringings. This meeting would create a bond between them that could have implications later when they meet again at Hogwarts.
One possibility is that they meet in Diagon Alley. Maybe Ginny is there with her family, getting her school supplies, and Harry just happens to be in the same shop. They could share a brief moment, like a shy smile or a simple hello. This encounter could be the start of a pre - Hogwarts friendship that they keep secret until they meet again at school.
Their meeting could also mean that Fleur might be more protective of Harry at Hogwarts. Since she knew him before, she might feel a sense of responsibility. So, during the Tournament, she could offer him some tips or help in a more discreet way, which could change the dynamics of how the Tournament unfolds for Harry.
Well, one possibility is that they could form an early friendship. Maybe Fleur, with her Veela charm, would initially intimidate Harry, but then they find common ground in their magical abilities. For example, they might discover they both have an affinity for certain types of magic that are not common among their peers. This could lead to them sharing magical secrets and techniques before even reaching Hogwarts.
Well, they might become friends. Maybe they discover they have a shared interest in magic even before getting to Hogwarts. For example, they could both be fascinated by magical creatures and exchange stories about the ones they've read about.
They might become fast friends. In some fanfictions, they could discover their shared love for magic books even before Hogwarts. This early encounter could lead to them sharing secrets about their strange magical experiences prior to school, like Hermione telling Harry about her accidental magic incidents and Harry sharing his strange encounters with the Dursleys. This would strengthen their bond and perhaps make their Hogwarts years even more intertwined.
In some fanfictions, they might initially dislike each other. Draco, with his pure - blood supremacist upbringing, could look down on Harry. For example, he might make snide remarks about Harry's lack of knowledge about the wizarding world. However, this early encounter could also lead to a different dynamic later at Hogwarts. Maybe Harry would be more prepared to face Draco's taunts because of this prior meeting.
Well, perhaps Harry inherits some rune - related knowledge from his parents. He unknowingly uses runes to keep himself safe from the Dursleys' worst behavior. When he finally goes to Hogwarts, he realizes that his rune knowledge is far more advanced than his peers. He might then use it to solve mysteries around the school, like decoding ancient runic inscriptions in the castle. He could also make friends with those interested in runes and together they form a sort of rune - study group that uncovers secrets about Hogwarts' past.
If there was a rivalry before Hogwarts, it could carry over and make their interactions at Hogwarts more tense. However, this could also lead to them pushing each other to be better. For example, in Quidditch, if Fleur is also a good flyer, Harry might strive to outperform her, which could improve his skills as a Seeker. And over time, this rivalry might turn into mutual respect.
The Weasley family could play important supporting roles. For instance, Ron could be with Ginny when she meets Harry, and his reaction to Harry could add some humor to the situation. Mr. and Mrs. Weasley might also be present in the background, subtly observing the interaction between Harry and Ginny. Their warm and welcoming nature could make Harry feel more at ease, even if he doesn't fully realize the significance of this new acquaintance at the time.
One possible plot could be that they meet at a wizarding event in their early childhood. Maybe their families are both attending a magical fair, and the two boys, not yet influenced by the future rivalries at Hogwarts, strike up a friendship over their shared love for magical creatures. They might spend the day together looking at baby unicorns and discussing their favorite magical beasts.