Departure for Hogwarts and Auror Escort

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Harry, Ron, Hermione, and the Weasleys prepare for their journey to Hogwarts. Ministry cars arrive, and two grim-faced Aurors escort the group to King's Cross Station. Unlike previous years, the atmosphere is tense, and there is no friendly greeting from Hagrid. Harry feels irritated when an Auror attempts to guide him, but they eventually pass through the barrier to Platform Nine and Three-Quarters.