Platform Nine and Three-Quarters

"Hermione! It's splendid to see you!"

Braun didn't have to wait long at Platform Nine and Three-Quarters.

He caught sight of Hermione's family approaching with bags of various sizes.

"Greetings, Braun!" Hermione exclaimed, her joy evident.

Ever since their first encounter in Diagon Alley, they have kept in touch and planned to meet at the train station.

"May I introduce my grandmother, Augustus Trelawney," Braun presented Hermione to his grandmother, also taking the opportunity to introduce the Granger family to her.

"Hello," Augustus greeted the Granger family solemnly, though her attention was firmly fixed on Hermione, her eyes bright as if gazing at a cherished masterpiece.

"You're a remarkable young lady! The stars foretell a bright future for you! Under your guidance, the Ministry of Magic shall ascend to new heights." Augustus spoke with an ethereal, melodious voice. The Granger family couldn't help but take a couple of steps back, feeling a sense of awe.

"My apologies; my grandmother is a seer," Braun explained apologetically, a sudden pang in his heart. While his grandmother was a skilled wizard, she wasn't as eccentric as Professor Sybill Trelawney. Still, for her to instantly foresee Hermione becoming the Minister of Magic startled him. Thankfully, his grandmother regained her composure after uttering these words.

"Braun, have you located the platform?" Hermione approached Braun and whispered, casting a wary glance at Braun's grandmother. She always felt as though the sharp gaze could see through her.

"My father and I have been trying to find the platform number for a while, but we couldn't figure out where platform nine and three-quarters is," Mr. Granger, who was pushing the luggage, chimed in, looking distressed.

They were already at the station; they had wasted a considerable amount of time searching for the platform.

"It's right here!" Braun pointed to the stone wall in front of him. Seeing the disbelief in the others' eyes, he explained, "This is to prevent Muggles from stumbling upon it. It's enchanted. Only wizards with magical abilities can pass through."

"Then, can't my parents accompany me?" Hermione looked a bit disappointed. Mr. Granger also wanted to join his daughter on the train.

"It doesn't work like that; you'll be able to pass through while holding Uncle Wendell and Aunt Monica's hands later. The enchantment isn't as strict as you might think. Well, it's getting late, so if you go in early, you can find a good seat," Braun reassured them.

Braun and his grandmother walked towards the stone wall, and then they disappeared completely. Cassatt followed with his luggage and vanished too.

"Mom, let's go too," Hermione said to her mother, her eyes filled with anticipation.

Monica Granger nodded, gently brushing her hair back.

Platform Nine and Three-Quarters was lively and bustling—Braun's strongest impression. Cats of various colors roamed the platform. A caged owl cooed. Children with suitcases eagerly awaited the train, excitement gleaming in their eyes. A few wizards in robes, responsible for maintaining order, warned the young wizards to stay away from the tracks. The whistle continued to sound, and the white steam veiled the station in a slight haze.

"Ding! The system has cooled down, and the sign-in location has been successfully refreshed. Current location: Platform Nine and Three-Quarters. Check-in is available. Would you like to sign in?" An electronic voice lifted Braun's spirits. Since he left the Floo network two days ago, the system seemed to have vanished. Even when he called for it, there was no response. If it weren't for the system being usable again, Braun might have thought his system had disappeared.

"Sign in!" he responded.

"Sign-in successful! Congratulations to the host for obtaining the Wand-Lighting Charm [LUMOS]."

With the knowledge of Lumos and the muscle memory of his body, he instantly grasped the magic. A slight wave of his wand, and the tip lit up immediately. 'Better than nothing,' Braun grumbled to himself. He stowed the wand away and turned to look behind him.

At that moment, Hermione emerged from the stone wall, brimming with excitement. "This is incredible, Braun! It's even more fascinating than the entrance to Diagon Alley behind the Leaky Cauldron." She felt as though she had passed through an incredibly thin barrier, entering another world—a world of magic.

"Lady Augustus!" A hearty voice caught several heads turning involuntarily. A group of redheads emerged from the stone wall, the woman at the forefront holding a little girl, and she cheerfully greeted Braun's grandmother. Among the redheads, a slightly smaller and thinner boy with glasses caught Braun's attention. If he guessed correctly, this should be HARRY POTTER.