The Worst Birthday
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Vernon Dursley Yells About Hedwig's Noise
Vernon Dursley is furious with Harry Potter after being woken up by Hedwig's hooting noise in the early hours of the morning. Vernon threatens to get rid of the owl if Harry cannot control her, but Harry tries to explain that Hedwig is bored and needs to fly. Vernon refuses to listen and exchanges dark looks with his wife, Petunia Dursley, while Dudley Dursley belches loudly in the background.
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Vernon Dursley is furious with Harry Potter after being woken up by Hedwig's hooting noise in the early hours of the morning. Vernon threatens to get rid of the owl if Harry cannot control her, but Harry tries to explain that Hedwig is bored and needs to fly. Vernon refuses to listen and exchanges dark looks with his wife, Petunia Dursley, while Dudley Dursley belches loudly in the background.
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Vernon Dursley Warns Harry to Stop Mentioning Magic
After Harry accidentally mentions the word “please,” Vernon Dursley erupts in rage, accusing Harry of threatening Dudley. Harry quickly clarifies that he meant “please,” but Vernon Dursley continues to shout, reminding Harry that he has warned him not to mention his abnormality in the house. Harry, feeling defeated, stops arguing and agrees to keep quiet about magic.
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After Harry accidentally mentions the word “please,” Vernon Dursley erupts in rage, accusing Harry of threatening Dudley. Harry quickly clarifies that he meant “please,” but Vernon Dursley continues to shout, reminding Harry that he has warned him not to mention his abnormality in the house. Harry, feeling defeated, stops arguing and agrees to keep quiet about magic.
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Harry Reflects on His Miserable Summer with the Dursleys
After the argument, Harry reflects on his miserable summer with the Dursleys. He misses Hogwarts and everything about it, including Quidditch, his classes (except Snape's), and his friends. Meanwhile, the Dursleys have locked away all of Harry's magical belongings and padlocked Hedwig's cage to prevent her from sending messages to the wizarding world. Harry feels trapped and isolated.
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After the argument, Harry reflects on his miserable summer with the Dursleys. He misses Hogwarts and everything about it, including Quidditch, his classes (except Snape's), and his friends. Meanwhile, the Dursleys have locked away all of Harry's magical belongings and padlocked Hedwig's cage to prevent her from sending messages to the wizarding world. Harry feels trapped and isolated.
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Harry's Scar and Connection to Lord Voldemort's Past
Harry recalls his unusual past and his connection to Lord Voldemort. He reflects on his lightning-shaped scar, which is a reminder of the night Lord Voldemort killed his parents and tried to kill him as well. Harry is reminded of the mysteries surrounding his survival and Lord Voldemort's downfall. Though he has been raised by Muggles, Harry knows that he is far from normal due to his magical heritage.
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Harry recalls his unusual past and his connection to Lord Voldemort. He reflects on his lightning-shaped scar, which is a reminder of the night Lord Voldemort killed his parents and tried to kill him as well. Harry is reminded of the mysteries surrounding his survival and Lord Voldemort's downfall. Though he has been raised by Muggles, Harry knows that he is far from normal due to his magical heritage.
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The Dursleys Ignore Harry's Birthday
Harry's twelfth birthday arrives, but the Dursleys completely ignore it. Harry, feeling disappointed but not surprised, reflects on how they have never celebrated his birthday before. Meanwhile, Uncle Vernon focuses on his big business deal, talking only about an upcoming dinner with a potential client. Harry realizes that his birthday is once again insignificant in the Dursley household.
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Harry's twelfth birthday arrives, but the Dursleys completely ignore it. Harry, feeling disappointed but not surprised, reflects on how they have never celebrated his birthday before. Meanwhile, Uncle Vernon focuses on his big business deal, talking only about an upcoming dinner with a potential client. Harry realizes that his birthday is once again insignificant in the Dursley household.
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The Dursleys Plan the Dinner Party for Mr. Mason
Vernon Dursley discusses the dinner party preparations with Petunia and Dudley in anticipation of a business deal with Mr. Mason, a wealthy builder. Vernon outlines the roles each family member will play during the evening. Harry is told to stay in his room, remain silent, and pretend he does not exist. Dudley practices greeting the Masons and Petunia Dursley gives him glowing praise.
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Vernon Dursley discusses the dinner party preparations with Petunia and Dudley in anticipation of a business deal with Mr. Mason, a wealthy builder. Vernon outlines the roles each family member will play during the evening. Harry is told to stay in his room, remain silent, and pretend he does not exist. Dudley practices greeting the Masons and Petunia Dursley gives him glowing praise.
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Harry Sits Outside on His Birthday, Feeling Isolated
After being dismissed by the Dursleys, Harry goes outside and sits on the garden bench, feeling lonely on his birthday. He reflects on how much he misses Hogwarts and his best friends, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, who have not written to him all summer. Harry wonders if they have forgotten him, and he feels disconnected from the magical world.
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After being dismissed by the Dursleys, Harry goes outside and sits on the garden bench, feeling lonely on his birthday. He reflects on how much he misses Hogwarts and his best friends, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, who have not written to him all summer. Harry wonders if they have forgotten him, and he feels disconnected from the magical world.
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Harry Threatens Dudley with Fake Spells
Dudley Dursley approaches Harry in the garden, mocking him for not receiving any birthday cards and accusing him of having no friends at Hogwarts. In retaliation, Harry pretends to threaten Dudley with a spell. Dudley panics and runs to his mother, calling for help. Although Harry does not actually use magic, he enjoys frightening Dudley, but this results in further punishment from Petunia Dursley.
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Dudley Dursley approaches Harry in the garden, mocking him for not receiving any birthday cards and accusing him of having no friends at Hogwarts. In retaliation, Harry pretends to threaten Dudley with a spell. Dudley panics and runs to his mother, calling for help. Although Harry does not actually use magic, he enjoys frightening Dudley, but this results in further punishment from Petunia Dursley.
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Harry Works All Day as Punishment
After scaring Dudley, Petunia Dursley punishes Harry by giving him an entire day's worth of chores. Harry is forced to clean the windows, wash the car, mow the lawn, and repaint the garden bench, all while Dudley relaxes and eats ice cream. Harry, exhausted and sweaty, reflects on how even the small pleasure of taunting Dudley is not worth the endless work he must endure as punishment.
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After scaring Dudley, Petunia Dursley punishes Harry by giving him an entire day's worth of chores. Harry is forced to clean the windows, wash the car, mow the lawn, and repaint the garden bench, all while Dudley relaxes and eats ice cream. Harry, exhausted and sweaty, reflects on how even the small pleasure of taunting Dudley is not worth the endless work he must endure as punishment.
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The Dursleys Prepare for the Masons' Arrival
As evening approaches, the Dursleys make final preparations for the dinner party. Petunia Dursley cooks the meal, including a large pudding, and tells Harry to quickly eat his meager supper before sending him to his room. Uncle Vernon and Dudley dress in formal attire, preparing to impress the Masons. Harry is reminded once again that he must stay out of sight for the entire evening.
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As evening approaches, the Dursleys make final preparations for the dinner party. Petunia Dursley cooks the meal, including a large pudding, and tells Harry to quickly eat his meager supper before sending him to his room. Uncle Vernon and Dudley dress in formal attire, preparing to impress the Masons. Harry is reminded once again that he must stay out of sight for the entire evening.
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