Hogwarts.

A low whisper echoed through the corridors of Hogwarts.

— Did you hear? They're transferring a new student today. — They say she's been homeschooled her whole life. — I wonder why?

No one knew the answer. The teachers merely stated curtly that the new student had been studying the curriculum individually for several years and would now be studying with everyone else.

The office door swung open. Professor McGonagall walked in first, followed by you.

The classroom instantly fell silent. Dozens of curious glances slid over the stranger. Some smiled, some turned away indifferently, and some already began whispering, wondering why you were only transferred now.

"This is your new classmate," McGonagall said calmly. "Please treat her with respect. I hope you'll help her settle in."

She offered you a free seat by the window and, after making sure you took it, began the lesson.

None of the students noticed that while the professor spoke, you were paying close attention to her lips. No one knew you hadn't heard a single word. Only the teachers, who had received a letter in advance, were aware of this.