The Essence of Gryffindor

After Sirius died Harry has been pondering for long hours every night. When he gets to see his friends again he is ecstatic. He gets a class ring from Hagrid for his birthday, which he adores. He notices a girl at Hogwarts for the first time and thinks she's beautiful. Will his ring soon be worn by someone else?

Harry returns to Grimmauld Place. The trio return to Hogwarts. Harry helps his friends discover something that has been obvious for quite some.

The trio are finally back at Hogwarts. Harry is upset by something Dumbledore tells the students. Harry notices a girl at the party in the Gryffindor common room.

Harry wakes up early and heads down to the common room to find Arelise fast asleep. They talk for awhile before heading to breakfast with Hermione. Arelise begins to have feelings for Harry.

First day of classes. Ron falls asleep in History of magic. Ron talks to Arelise about Harry.

The trio and Arelise have a confrontation with Malfoy. They all also go to Hogsmeade.