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00:25Chapter 331 The Prophecy Kyle was naturally thrilled to have earned full marks in potions
00:31without even taking the exam. Though it was a bit disappointing to part with advanced potion
00:37making, he'd already memorized its contents, copied his notes into a fresh book, and read it cover to
00:43cover three times. So it didn't bother him much to hand it over to Snape. By the third day of exam
00:50week, only two exams remained. Early that morning, Kyle made his way to the top of the North Tower
00:56for his divination exam. Divination had a particular trick to it even if you hadn't read the textbook
01:02or attended class, you could still score well if you gave Professor Trelawney a prediction that
01:07piqued her interest. Kyle leaned over the crystal ball, feigning intense concentration.
01:12What do you see? Professor Trelawney asked, eyeing him with some disapproval, clearly annoyed that he
01:19hadn't shown up for class all semester. Perhaps a low grade will help him realize the importance of
01:25divination, she mused. Hmm. Kyle pressed his nose to the crystal ball, squinting. I see a figure.
01:35What does it look like? Professor Trelawney encouraged softly. Think carefully. It's tall,
01:42and has a beard. Kyle murmured thoughtfully. It's... Professor Dumbledore, he announced with
01:50certainty. The headmaster. Professor Trelawney murmured, taken aback. Yes, it was Professor
01:58Dumbledore, Kyle whispered. He looked worn, almost defeated, walking down a lonely street lined with
02:05houses, but no one welcomed him. People just, shut their doors. Are you certain, dear?
02:12Professor Trelawney eagerly scribbled on her parchment. You truly saw headmaster Dumbledore?
02:19I'm sure, Professor, Kyle replied, nodding. He looked like an unwelcome, poisonous spider.
02:27Well, my dear, that's more than enough, remarkable. You have a true gift for prophecy, she gushed.
02:34But remember, my dear, divination is a profound subject. Talent alone won't suffice.
02:42I expect you in class next term. Kyle smiled and stood to leave, but suddenly, a loud,
02:49shrill voice filled the room. He turned to see Professor Trelawney sitting rigidly in her armchair,
02:55her eyes blank and unfocused. She appeared to be in a trance, her eyes rolling and her body twitching
03:01slightly. The crystal ball on the table glowed faintly, casting an eerie light over her face.
03:08Then she spoke again in that same harsh, otherworldly tone. The Dark Lord lies there alone,
03:14his deepest secrets revealed. Tonight, the Dark Lord begins his journey towards death,
03:20but he will rise again, with his, most powerful, weapon. Professor Trelawney's head drooped to her
03:27chest with a faint O, then jerked up as if nothing had happened. Oh, my dear boy, forgive me, she said
03:34in a dreamy voice, blinking at him. It's so terribly hot up here, I must have dozed off.
03:41Yes, Professor, you're quite tired, Kyle said with a smile. He glanced at the crystal ball on the table,
03:48an idea forming. Professor, I suddenly see the wisdom of your teachings. To practice divination
03:55over the break, would you mind if I borrowed this crystal ball for the holidays? Professor Trelawney
04:01seemed confused but eventually nodded. If it's only a loan, well, yes, but do return it. Crystal
04:09balls are rather costly. No problem at all, Professor, Kyle assured her. I'll bring it back next term,
04:16good as new. As Kyle descended the tower, he kept glancing at the crystal ball in his hands,
04:23contemplating the prophecy he'd just witnessed. Professor Trelawney had clearly delivered a
04:28genuine prophecy, and the crystal ball had recorded every word. But what exactly did it mean?
04:35The Dark Lord's greatest secret was likely the Horcruxes, which made sense, destroying the diary
04:40had marked the beginning of his downfall. But what could his, most powerful weapon, be?
04:46Kyle considered many possibilities but ultimately put the crystal ball away after a few minutes.
04:53Prophecies are meant to be heard, but not taken too seriously, he reminded himself.
04:59Voldemort's downfall had started because he believed in one too strongly.
05:04And that was a lesson worth remembering.
05:05In the afternoon, Kyle completed his final exam in History of Magic on the third floor.
05:12Around him, students were chatting and laughing, relishing their newfound freedom as they headed off
05:17to celebrate. Kyle, too, was on his way to visit Hagrid when he was suddenly stopped.
05:24Kyle, do you have a moment? It was Professor Lockhart, lingering in the doorway to his office.
05:30Yes, Professor? Kyle asked.
05:35Oh, nothing much, just something I'm curious about, Lockhart replied, gesturing for Kyle to enter.
05:41Come on in. It won't take long.
05:45All right, Kyle agreed with a nod.
05:48The office was lined with framed photos, all bearing Lockhart's face, with some even featuring his signature.
05:54A stack of photographs lay on the table, scattered alongside various quills and ink bottles.
06:01Sit down, Lockhart said, indicating a plush chair across from him.
06:06Would you care for a drink?
06:08Tea?
06:10Or perhaps?
06:12Fire whiskey?
06:13Not that I endorse it, but a little fire whiskey never hurt anyone, provided, of course, no one finds out.
06:21No need, Professor.
06:22I'm fine.
06:25Kyle tapped the table three times with his fingers and called out, Lemonade.
06:30He'd picked up this trick from Dumbledore as a way to communicate with the kitchen, and soon a large glass of lemonade appeared before him.
06:38Oh.
06:39Lockhart's eyes widened in surprise.
06:42That's quite impressive, he remarked.
06:44I dare say, no young wizard of your age could top that.
06:49It's just a small spell to summon refreshments from the kitchen, Kyle replied.
06:54You could teach it in class, Professor.
06:57Lockhart laughed, flashing his gleaming teeth.
07:00Of course, I knew that right away when I first came here, he said, though there was a hint of forced confidence.
07:08The fire whiskey here is a touch weak, but a change every so often doesn't hurt.
07:13Kyle chose not to point out that the kitchen didn't serve fire whiskey at all.
07:17So, Professor, what did you want to discuss?
07:21Ah, yes.
07:23The important matter, Lockhart said, settling into the chair opposite Kyle.
07:28I wanted to hear all about your experience in the Chamber of Secrets.
07:32I plan to feature it in my upcoming book.
07:36Kyle raised an eyebrow.
07:38Imagine it.
07:40Lockhart went on, eyes alight with excitement.
07:44You, finding the Chamber of Secrets, encountering the founders themselves, figures from a thousand years ago, right here at Hogwarts.
07:52This could be my finest work, Kyle.
07:55Our names will be celebrated throughout the wizarding world.
07:59Wait, you mean I'll actually be in the book?
08:02Kyle asked, surprised.
08:05Absolutely.
08:07You're the central character, Lockhart whispered, as if sharing a great secret.
08:12Kyle frowned.
08:14But I already told you everything in the headmaster's office.
08:18You were there.
08:19Yes, yes, but I want details, Lockhart insisted.
08:24These are essential elements.
08:26Now, let's do this, I'll ask questions, and you give me the most vivid answers you can.
08:33All right.
08:34Kyle agreed cautiously.
08:36Lockhart beamed.
08:38Perfect.
08:40First question what did you feel when you first discovered the Chamber of Secrets?
08:44Um, disbelief.
08:47I was shocked, Kyle answered after a moment's thought.
08:51Good, good.
08:52Lockhart scribbled in his notebook.
08:55And your reaction upon seeing the Basilisk?
08:58Kyle stifled a sigh.
09:01Unbelievable.
09:02I was shocked.
09:04And when you encounter the founders?
09:07Unbelievable.
09:07Hmm, let's try a different word.
09:11Fine.
09:13I was surprised.
09:15Hogwarts.
09:16I am such a model wizard.
09:19Chapter 332
09:20Mr. Smiley hits a wall in the defense against the Dark Arts office, Kyle and Lockhart continued
09:25their back-and-forth exchange, with Lockhart jotting down every detail Kyle shared.
09:31If anyone had walked in, they might have mistaken him for a part-time journalist, meticulously
09:36documenting Kyle's story.
09:38After half an hour, a thick pile of parchment lay on the table.
09:43Amazing.
09:44Lockhart said with admiration.
09:46I've never met a young wizard quite like you.
09:50Such remarkable experiences at your age, you must have endless stories to tell.
09:56Before Kyle's arrival at Hogwarts, Lockhart had only known him as the young wizard who had
10:01fended off a werewolf at St. Mungos, burning an Order of Merlin, second class.
10:06At the time, Lockhart had been rather resentful, feeling that the Order of Merlin was unfair.
10:11He had put so much effort into collecting stories, ridding villages of werewolves, and dispatching
10:17vampires, only to receive a third-class medal.
10:21Why had Kyle, for a single werewolf, received a second-class one?
10:26Was it simply because he had connections?
10:29Lockhart's initial impression of Kyle had been that of a lucky child who happened to
10:33know important people.
10:35If he'd had similar connections, surely he too would have received the same honor.
10:39But since becoming the defense against the dark arts professor, Lockhart had learned
10:44more about Kyle's reputation.
10:47He discovered from older students that the magical creatures incident, which had shaken
10:51the British wizarding community two years prior, had also involved Kyle.
10:56As a first year, Kyle had been captured by the infamous dark wizard Orin in the Forbidden
11:01Forest, and somehow managed to escape.
11:04Lockhart was itching to dig deeper into that story, but for now, he turned his attention
11:09back to the Chamber of Secrets.
11:11The story's nothing special, Kyle said, brushing it off.
11:16Just a bit more troublesome than usual.
11:18Another admirable quality modesty, Lockhart noted, a pleased smile playing on his lips.
11:24Now, let's return to the Chamber of Secrets.
11:28He flipped through his notes.
11:30Where were we?
11:31Ah, yes, the Founders.
11:35I'm sure they must have taught you some powerful charms or ways to make yourself stronger.
11:40He looked at Kyle with feigned casualness.
11:43I know it's probably a lot to ask, but if you could share just one, it would satisfy my
11:48curiosity.
11:50I'm afraid I'll have to disappoint you, Professor, Kyle replied, shaking his head.
11:56Forget about powerful charms.
11:58They didn't teach me a single lighting charm.
12:02Really?
12:03I see, Lockhart sighed, pretending to accept this.
12:07I understand if you don't want to share.
12:10I truly don't have anything to share, Professor, Kyle said, looking him directly in the eyes.
12:17Learning magic requires consistent, step-by-step progress.
12:21Only ignorant charlatans claim you can pull out a, secret manual, and become invincible.
12:27Lockhart's gaze drifted to the window before he turned back to Kyle with a smile that didn't
12:31quite reach his eyes.
12:33Well, I believe I've asked everything I needed, he said smoothly.
12:38But there's one last, small matter.
12:41Lockhart's tone grew darker as he drew his wand, pointing it at Kyle.
12:46I'm truly sorry, my boy, but I'm going to have to cast a memory charm on you.
12:50My book doesn't allow for anyone else to steal the spotlight.
12:55Kyle, unfazed, took out his own wand, keeping his grip steady.
13:00So, Professor, he said calmly, is this how you gathered all those stories in the first
13:05place?
13:07You don't seem surprised, Lockhart replied, sounding almost disappointed.
13:12Not really, Kyle shrugged.
13:14The way you acted in class, well, it didn't exactly scream, werewolf hunter.
13:20Yes, that's right, I'm the liar, the fraud, the fool, or whatever else you all call me
13:26behind my back.
13:28I know.
13:29Lockhart's voice was laced with bitterness, but he didn't deny it.
13:33But my work is extensive.
13:35I find these people, ask them how they did it, and then, well, as I'm about to do with
13:41you, I erased their memories completely.
13:44Lockhart's face twisted into a self-satisfied smile.
13:48If there's one thing I'm truly proud of, it's my memory charms.
13:52He pulled out a small, ornate notebook and tossed it toward Kyle.
13:57Consider this a little compensation.
14:00It contains my notes on memory charms, and some of my, experiences.
14:05Kyle caught the notebook, his wand still trained on Lockhart.
14:08Okay.
14:11Professor, Kyle said suddenly, I have one last question.
14:15Lockhart looked at him impatiently.
14:18Make it quick.
14:20What I just told you, every professor here knows, including Dumbledore.
14:25You can't erase their memories.
14:28I have my own ways, Lockhart replied dismissively, lifting his wand with a steady hand.
14:33Now, say goodbye to your memories.
14:37Once forgotten.
14:38But before he could finish, Kyle's wand made a small motion, and the floor under Lockhart's
14:44feet suddenly buckled.
14:46Lockhart stumbled, his memory charm shooting harmlessly at the ceiling.
14:50Professor, that was.
14:53Kyle started to say, but Lockhart fired another memory charm straight at him.
14:58Protego.
14:59Kyle cast quickly.
15:01The shield charm rebounded the spell, sending it hurtling back toward Lockhart.
15:06With a dull thud, Lockhart hit the floor, clutching his stomach and groaning.
15:12Nonverbal spells, and maybe even wandless spells.
15:16Kyle muttered, shaking his head as he bent to pick up the notebook.
15:19You're full of surprises, Professor Lockhart.
15:24Sneak attacks can be risky, though.
15:26Not that I ever intended to let you pull it off.
15:30Bang!
15:31Just as Kyle retrieved the notebook, the door to the office flew open.
15:37Professor McGonagall burst in, followed by a group of hit wizards.
15:40At the front was Had, the captain of the hit wizard team who had been in charge during the
15:46Oran incident, and now head of the hit wizard office.
15:49Gilderoy Lockhart, had announced, we have evidence of you tampering with the memories
15:53of others and passing off their achievements as your own.
15:57We are here to take you into custody for questioning by the ministry.
16:01Had raised his wand, but he quickly noted the unusual scene before him.
16:06The room looked as if it had been through a skirmish.
16:08Kyle stood with his wand in hand, while Lockhart lay on the ground, looking around with a dazed,
16:15vacant expression.
16:17Who are you?
16:18Who's Lockhart, and why am I on the floor?
16:21Lockhart asked, blinking up at the crowd.
16:25Had was momentarily taken aback.
16:28What happened here?
16:29He tried to use a memory charm on me, Kyle explained.
16:33But it rebounded.
16:35That despicable trick.
16:37Professor McGonagall said, clearly shaken and furious.
16:42She checked that Kyle was unharmed, then glared down at Lockhart.
16:46Attempting that on a student.
16:49He got exactly what he deserved.
16:51Got what I deserved.
16:53Lockhart repeated, blinking in confusion, his expression now almost endearing.
16:58It looks like we've had an accident here, had said, signaling to one of the hit wizards,
17:04who moved over to inspect Lockhart.
17:07After a few minutes, the hit wizard looked up from his examination and reported to Had.
17:12Memory impairment.
17:14A serious one, it's consistent with a failed memory charm.
17:18They then turned to inspect Kyle's wand.
17:21Sorry, kid, just a quick formality, had assured Kyle.
17:26It's a simple spell, won't affect your wand.
17:30No problem, Kyle replied, holding his wand out.
17:34Had cast prior incantado, and between the two wands, a faint, misty shield appeared in the air.
17:40It is indeed the shield charm, had confirmed.
17:44The results from Lockhart's wand inspection came next.
17:48Another hit wizard handed it to Had.
17:51Memory charm, he said simply.
17:54Well, Had scoffed, looks like our friend Mr. Smiley picked the wrong target this time.
17:59He wasn't surprised that Kyle had managed to defend himself.
18:03One was the youngest ever recipient of the Order of Merlin,
18:06the other, a fraud who knew little besides the memory charm.
18:11The result was almost predictable.
18:13Should we still take him back to the ministry, one of the hit wizards asked.
18:18He's almost completely lost his memory.
18:21Even if we brought him in, it'd be impossible to conduct a trial.
18:26A nuisance, that's what it is.
18:28Why did it have to be a memory charm?
18:31Had muttered, thinking it over.
18:33Let's send him to St. Mungo's first.
18:36We'll wait until his memory recovers enough for questioning.
18:40Hogwarts.
18:42I am such a model wizard.
18:44Chapter 333
18:46Percy's Little Secret
18:47The hit wizard searched the office and took almost everything,
18:50including the portrait and the signed photograph.
18:53Goodbye, Professor McGonagall, we'll leave you to it, said Had, almost whispering.
18:58Sorry, Professor, but there's nothing I can do about it, had added with a slight smile.
19:05Soon enough, I'll be an Auror, and I don't think I'll be coming back here then.
19:10Unless, of course, the school hires another Death Eater as defense against the dark arts
19:15professor.
19:16He was joking, but Professor McGonagall couldn't even muster a smile.
19:21Death Eaters?
19:22Yes, there were last year, and even the master of the Death Eaters had come.
19:28After a few brief words of farewell, had turned and left the office, followed by two hit wizards
19:33carrying Lockhart.
19:35Hey, where are you taking me?
19:38Slow down, don't walk so fast.
19:41Oh, this is beautiful.
19:43Lockhart's voice echoed down the corridor.
19:46Kyle watched them leave, feeling an inexplicable sense of having been tricked.
19:51Could it be that Lockhart had received news in advance and had actually been waiting for
19:56the ministry?
19:57The more Kyle thought about it, the more plausible it seemed.
20:01No one would typically use a memory charm when the target was prepared, it was usually
20:06deployed in ambushes, surely Lockhart knew this.
20:09Whether it was cleverness or just plain desperation, wiping his own memory to avoid punishment was
20:15a drastic measure.
20:16After all, it was a steep price to pay, hardly worth it for petty issues, and likely useless
20:22in serious ones.
20:24After Lockhart was taken away, word of his deceit quickly spread throughout the school.
20:30Lockhart wasn't a legendary adventurer at all, he'd merely stolen the stories of others and
20:35claimed them as his own.
20:36He was a complete fraud.
20:38Some of his admirers refused to believe it, but many others accepted the truth without
20:43much resistance.
20:45It was unexpected, perhaps, but not unreasonable, his questionable class performances had always
20:51been a hint.
20:53I told you he was a fraud, Ron said smugly to Hermione at the end of your feast.
20:58You wouldn't believe me, but now I've been proven right.
21:02Hermione ignored him, turning her head away.
21:04But Ron couldn't resist rubbing it in.
21:08For the first time, he'd been right about something that Hermione hadn't seen through,
21:12and he was thrilled.
21:14So thrilled, in fact, that he didn't notice Hermione's face growing darker and darker.
21:20Harry tried several times to signal Ron to stop, but Ron was oblivious.
21:25Ron.
21:27At last, Hermione spun back around in exasperation and snapped, you'll never see my homework again.
21:33She then angrily swapped seats with Parvati Patil.
21:37Ron sat there, mouth open, turning to Harry and mumbling, do you think it's too late for
21:42me to apologize?
21:44Harry gave a dry laugh, saying nothing.
21:48He had seen this outcome coming from a mile away.
21:51Soon, Dumbledore entered the Great Hall.
21:54Due to the events surrounding the Chamber of Secrets, Kyle was once again awarded the Special
21:59Award for services to the school and earned 200 points for Hufflepuff.
22:04This hefty score pushed Hufflepuff past Ravenclaw, winning them the House Cup.
22:09The cheers of the young Hufflepuffs nearly shook the ceiling.
22:13They had never imagined that one day, their house would achieve the treble.
22:16Professor Sprout's face was flushed with excitement as she shook hands with the other professors,
22:22proudly adjusting her new robe.
22:25She'd gone all the way to Hogsmeade to buy the finest fabric and craftsmanship, wanting
22:29to look her best for this momentous occasion.
22:33Today, with Hufflepuff winning the Triple Crown, Professor Sprout didn't mind spending a bit
22:38to look her finest.
22:38After the feast, everyone enjoyed the most carefree time of the year.
22:44It felt like in the blink of an eye, exam results were out.
22:48Kyle hadn't managed a perfect score this time due to a few slip-ups in his Muggle Studies
22:53exam, but he still placed first in his year by a substantial margin.
22:58Fred and George also received commendable results, with nearly half a dozen O-levels between them,
23:03which would keep Mrs. Weasley content over the holidays.
23:06The next day, it was time to board the Hogwarts Express and head home.
23:11As Kyle was about to board, Professor McGonagall approached and handed him a note.
23:17This is from Professor Dumbledore, she said.
23:20The note contained just a single, brief sentence, your things have been sent off, but Professor
23:25Snape doesn't seem very happy about it.
23:28Kyle was a bit surprised, he had half expected Dumbledore to be so absorbed in his research
23:33on the time-turner that he might forget about such details.
23:37The headmaster also asked me to tell you that the matter of the Chamber of Secrets is now
23:41closed, said Professor McGonagall.
23:44He said you know what that means.
23:47I understand, Professor, Kyle replied, nodding.
23:51Dumbledore's message was clear he didn't want the basilisk to resurface at the school in
23:56any form.
23:57That's good, Professor McGonagall said, studying Kyle.
24:02Though somewhat puzzled, she refrained from asking further questions.
24:06Dumbledore was always enigmatic, and she was used to it by now.
24:11Don't forget your essay, and make sure it's thorough, she added before heading back toward
24:15the castle.
24:16By the time Kyle boarded, Conna, Cedric, and the others had already secured a compartment.
24:23Ginny was there too, with Fred and George pestering her about something.
24:27What did Percy just tell you?
24:30Fred was saying.
24:32What's he hiding from us, and why aren't you allowed to tell anyone?
24:36George added.
24:38It's nothing.
24:39Ginny hesitated.
24:41You must have heard wrong.
24:43Two tins of tooth-splintering strong mints.
24:47Fred held up two fingers.
24:50But I promised Percy I'd keep his secret.
24:53And a bag of pepper imps.
24:55George threw in.
24:57The new ones that breathe blue fire, were the only ones with them.
25:01Ginny gave in quickly.
25:04Fine, fine, it's just that Percy has a girlfriend.
25:08Fred dropped his exploding snap cards on George's head.
25:12What?
25:13It's the Ravenclaw prefect, Penelope Clearwater, Ginny said.
25:18Percy's been writing to her all holiday, and yesterday I caught them meeting in an empty
25:22classroom.
25:23No wonder he wouldn't lend us his owl, Fred said, grinning.
25:27You won't tell anyone, will you?
25:30Ginny asked, looking nervous.
25:33Absolutely not.
25:35George replied, though he and Fred exchanged secretive laughs.
25:39Once Ginny left, the twins huddled together, whispering for over half an hour before joining
25:45the others to play exploding snap and wizard chess.
25:47The Hogwarts Express gradually slowed, rolling through fields of wheat and past small villages, until it finally came to a stop at King's Cross Station.
25:58Hogwarts.
25:58I am such a model wizard.
26:01Chapter 334
26:03After 334 fooling Dobby in St. Catchpole Village, an old, dark green car pulled up to the door of the borough.
26:10The doors opened, and Kyle and the Weasleys got out, one after another.
26:14Home, boys, home.
26:18Don't forget your bags in the car, Mr. Weasley called from the driver's seat, though he didn't seem inclined to get out himself.
26:25The old Ford, which had vanished into the Forbidden Forest after Ron drove it to Hogwarts, was a temporary loan from the Ministry of Magic, which Mr. Weasley would have to return soon.
26:35Every time he thought about it, he felt a pang of heartache.
26:39He had put a lot of work into transforming the ordinary Ford, adding an undetectable extension charm, as well as charms for flying, invisibility, and self-navigation, and now it was lost.
26:52Maybe we could find an excuse to give Ron a good scolding, Mr. Weasley mused as they walked back to the Ministry.
26:58His report card could do nicely.
27:01On the other side, as soon as the group got out of the car, Mrs. Weasley rushed out of the house.
27:06Thank goodness, you're finally on holiday, she exclaimed, her face lighting up.
27:13She wore a water bottle at her waist and clutched a brand new, oversized brush, heading straight toward Kyle.
27:20Kyle, you, she began, but Ron's startled voice cut her off as he spotted the house elf trailing behind her.
27:27Oh, you must be Dobby.
27:29Oh no, it is Dobby.
27:31Yes, Mr. Weasley, Dobby said respectfully.
27:36He called me, sir.
27:38Ron looked thrilled.
27:40If you'd like, Fred grinned, we can call you that too.
27:44Dear Mr. Ron Weasley, George sniggered, would you be so kind as to take your luggage up to your room?
27:50Ron flushed, but before he could lift a finger, Dobby had already stacked the suitcases and was carrying them into the burrow.
27:57Well, that's convenient, Ginny exclaimed.
28:01Yes.
28:03Ron muttered, quickly forgetting Fred and George's teasing as he looked forward to a holiday filled with nothing but eating and sleeping.
28:11Convenient?
28:12I don't think so, Mrs. Weasley muttered under her breath, unheard by the others.
28:17She pulled Kyle aside and, after glancing around to ensure Dobby wasn't nearby, asked hopefully,
28:24My dear, this is terrible to say, but, is there any way you might help us be rid of Dobby?
28:30Of course, Mrs. Weasley, Kyle replied with a nod.
28:34But it's getting late today, so let's do it tomorrow.
28:37I'll take him away then.
28:39Oh, that's wonderful, Mrs. Weasley sighed with relief.
28:43If possible, please be gentle about it.
28:47Dobby truly means well, but.
28:50She sighed again.
28:52Arthur's appetite just isn't the same these days.
28:55I know he misses my cooking.
28:58I've tried talking to Dobby about it, but every time he just gets so flustered, thinking he's failed somehow, and starts banging his head against the table.
29:06I understand, Mrs. Weasley, Kyle said gently.
29:11Leave it to me.
29:12While they spoke, the others had already gone inside.
29:17Dobby had set up a large spread of biscuits and sweets, saying it would be a nice snack to tide everyone over until dinner.
29:24In reality, it looked enough to serve as dinner on its own.
29:28If things continued like this, the Weasley's food expenses were bound to soar.
29:33Kyle found Dobby in the kitchen, busy preparing ingredients for dinner and for desserts like pudding.
29:39Sir.
29:40Dobby immediately stopped what he was doing when he saw Kyle.
29:44Thank you for helping Dobby find a new job.
29:48Dobby really loves it here.
29:50I'm glad to hear that, Kyle replied.
29:53By the way, I wanted to ask, would you like to come to my house as my guest?
29:58Guest.
29:59You said, invite.
30:02Dobby gasped, clutching his ears in excitement, his entire face flushing brownish red.
30:08Dobby would love to.
30:09So Kyle took Dobby back to his house.
30:13Good news, Kyle announced once they'd arrived.
30:17Dobby was practically buzzing with excitement, already itching to start cleaning.
30:20You've passed the trial period.
30:24Trial period.
30:26Dobby's face filled with confusion, clearly not understanding.
30:30To put it simply, the family you were just with wasn't your real workplace, Kyle explained,
30:36carefully delivering the words he'd been rehearsing and quickly adding more before Dobby could attempt any self-punishment.
30:41You're actually going to work for a different family.
30:45But the owners there are very picky, only the best house elves earn their approval.
30:50The mention of best house elves seemed to activate something in Dobby.
30:54Dobby can.
30:56Dobby is the best house elf.
30:59Fortunately, the floor escaped and scathed.
31:03Yes, of course.
31:04Mrs. Weasley has already told me, Kyle said, nodding.
31:09You passed her test and are ready to work there.
31:12Under Kyle's persuasion, Dobby quickly believed his words.
31:17However, he insisted on preparing that night's dinner for the Weasleys before leaving,
31:22otherwise, he declared, he wouldn't deserve to be called an outstanding house elf.
31:27Kyle saw no reason to refuse since they wouldn't be leaving until the next day, so he agreed.
31:32Mrs. Weasley was also more than happy to let Dobby finish his work.
31:38With Dobby settled, Mr. Weasley returned with Chris and Diana.
31:42However, the family reunion didn't turn out as warmly as Kyle had expected.
31:48The moment Diana saw Kyle, her face turned stern, and she launched into a lecture,
31:53scolding him for tampering with time.
31:55She emphasized that, upon discovering he traveled to the past,
31:59he should have immediately informed his family.
32:01Even if I didn't receive the letter, you could have told your father, she said,
32:06narrowing her eyes.
32:08He can always reach me.
32:11If it weren't for Dumbledore, I wouldn't even know about all the excitement you've been having
32:15at school.
32:16She gave him a pointed look.
32:19What's the matter?
32:21Have all the teachers at Hogwarts died that you had to take on the Chamber of Secrets yourself?
32:25Chris, meanwhile, kept his head down and, in an effort to avoid being dragged into the crossfire,
32:32discreetly slipped out the door and took refuge inside the borough.
32:36The lecture went on for more than half an hour, only ending when Kyle repeatedly assured his mother
32:41that Salazar Slytherin himself had promised to help smooth over the effects of the time travel.
32:46As a Slytherin graduate, Diana had a certain admiration and trust for the founder,
32:51similar to Lockhart's admirers at the start of the school year,
32:54so she accepted Kyle's assurances without further questions.
32:59That evening, Kyle's family joined the Weasleys for dinner at Mr. Weasley's invitation.
33:04Dobby, true to his word, used every ingredient available to prepare a magnificent feast.
33:09Mr. Weasley had to conjure an extra-large table at the last minute just to fit all the dishes.
33:16The meal stretched out for nearly two hours.
33:20Ron was so stuffed he could barely move by the end,
33:23thinking to himself that this dinner was nearly as splendid as a Hogwarts feast.
33:27Having a grand meal like this at home was something he'd never imagined,
33:31and he could see why people wanted a house elf so much.
33:35This is really amazing.
33:36Ron thought, happily drowsy from the meal.
33:41Fred and George were equally thrilled.
33:44With a house elf around, Mrs. Weasley wouldn't have to clean their room anymore,
33:49and she'd be less likely to discover the things they hid under their beds.
33:53As for Percy, he seemed pleased as well, house elves were famously quiet while working,
33:58so they wouldn't disturb him while he studied.
34:01Hogwarts.
34:02I am such a model wizard.
34:04Chapter 335
34:06The Unsociable Newt Dorset County
34:08A Lush Forest
34:10It is rarely visited by humans,
34:13save for the beautiful wooden house nestled in the heart of the woods,
34:16where Newt Scamander, the renowned expert on magical creatures, resides.
34:21In the early morning, a loud noise shatters the peaceful silence of the forest.
34:25In the trees nearby, a phooper pokes its head out, while a few strange-looking beetles crawl from one tree hole to another in a neat line.
34:35Dobby nervously surveys his surroundings.
34:38Since arriving, he's had a strange sense of danger, an eerie shiver that made him want to bolt far from this place.
34:45Fortunately, the feeling faded as quickly as it came, like it had never been there at all.
34:49Kyle led Dobby along a cobbled path, knocked on the door, and stepped into the cozy cottage.
34:57Newt and Tina had been informed in advance and were waiting in the room.
35:01My dear, is this the house elf you mentioned in your letter?
35:05Tina asked, glancing at the pair with a smile.
35:08Hello, my dear lady.
35:11My name is Dobby, a free house elf, Dobby said, bowing low.
35:16Hello, Dobby, lovely to meet you, Tina replied warmly.
35:21Dobby's face lit up with excitement, and he bowed again, nearly brushing his long nose against the floor.
35:28Tina was open to the idea of Kyle bringing a house elf along, as he had written in his letter,
35:33Newt was getting on in years, and an extra set of hands would be helpful.
35:36Newt, however, didn't quite agree.
35:41He firmly believed he was still fully capable of caring for his creatures on his own and didn't need any help.
35:46But, to his dismay, his opinion hadn't been sought out, and sulking in the corner now wasn't getting him anywhere.
35:53The first meeting was cheerful enough.
35:56Tina walked over to Dobby and said, I'm happy to hire you.
36:00Your job will be to look after some particularly challenging magical creatures.
36:04No problem.
36:07Dobby has taken care of Krups and Peacocks before, Dobby replied eagerly.
36:12Krups.
36:14Peacocks.
36:15Tina raised an eyebrow and shot a look at Kyle.
36:19You didn't explain anything to him beforehand?
36:22I did, Kyle replied, hands raised in defense, but he was too excited to really listen.
36:28Never mind.
36:31Tina waved her hand dismissively, and Newt instinctively opened his suitcase and placed it on the ground.
36:37Come with me, I'll show you around first, she said to Dobby.
36:41This job might not be what you're expecting.
36:44Once you've seen everything, you can decide whether to stay.
36:48Tina stepped into the suitcase.
36:51Dobby hesitated, feeling slightly insulted.
36:54After all, it was just taking care of magical creatures.
36:58He was experienced enough to handle anything this tiny suitcase could hold, maybe a kitten or a puppy at most.
37:05He had managed to feed, bathe, and brush the Krups at his previous master's home, even though it tried to bite him every single time.
37:13Dobby couldn't imagine an animal more aggressive than a Krups.
37:16Besides, these people were so kind and respectful toward him, so their creatures must be gentle too.
37:24Oh.
37:25Just as he was mulling over his thoughts, Dobby followed Tina into the suitcase.
37:30In an instant, he jumped back in fright, stumbling to the ground.
37:35His short legs flailed as he rolled over several times, finally scrambling into a corner.
37:40That dreadful feeling he'd sensed at the door was back, only now, it was even stronger.
37:47Gazing at the countless magical creatures around him, Dobby's vision darkened, and he nearly fainted.
37:54Especially unsettling was the six-legged creature perched on a cliff nearby.
37:58It looked like a cat, but much, much larger.
38:02Whatever it was, those deep blue eyes were fixed on him, as if seeing straight through him,
38:07leaving him feeling like a helpless turkey ready for the oven.
38:11Suddenly, his ambition to be an outstanding house-elf seemed less appealing.
38:16As you can see, said Tina, your job would be to assist Newt in caring for the magical creatures,
38:21and this is just a small part of it.
38:24What do you say?
38:26Dobby's ears perked up.
38:28Had he heard right?
38:30Not a servant, but an assistant to a wizard.
38:33He picked himself up, his legs steadying.
38:36My lady, Dobby would like to be an assistant, he said resolutely.
38:41Think carefully, Tina cautioned, giving him a serious look.
38:45This is only a small part of it.
38:48Further on, there are dragons, Nundis, and Kelpis.
38:53Dobby shivered at the mention of dragons, but held his ground.
38:57Dobby can do it.
38:59Dobby is not afraid of dragons.
39:02Tina laughed.
39:03Truthfully, with Newt around, there was no real danger, most of the work would be routine.
39:09After all, Jacob Kowalski, an ordinary muggle, had been able to manage just fine.
39:15House elves were certainly capable too, as long as they didn't faint at the sight of a dragon.
39:20Now, on to the matter of salary, Tina continued.
39:25Dobby's eyes lit up.
39:27How about twenty galleons a week?
39:30Tina pondered, then settled on a number.
39:33Dobby nearly fainted on the spot, sinking to the floor, astonished.
39:38Twenty galleons seemed more daunting than the dragon's.
39:41No, no, that's too much, Dobby stammered, shaking his head furiously.
39:47He insisted on one sickle a week.
39:50Now it was Tina's turn to frown.
39:53Scamander's assistant earning a single sickle a week.
39:57If word got around, people would think the Scamander's were too poor to pay their help.
40:02One sickle is absolutely out of the question.
40:05The minimum is ten galleons.
40:08Tina declared.
40:09Dobby, who had just managed to get back on his feet, promptly collapsed again.
40:15He tried to argue, but Tina's resolute expression silenced him.
40:20And so, the matter was settled, with Dobby accepting the ten galleons weekly wage without
40:25further protest.
40:27From the side, Kyle shot him an approving thumbs up.
40:30The once famous horror who had imprisoned the disaster of the wizarding world for over
40:35seventy years needed only a firm glance to make poor Dobby concede to ten galleons a week.
40:41Yet, it felt a bit surreal, as if the sickle were the wizarding world's highest currency.
40:46Next, Tina laid down a few other conditions.
40:50For example, Dobby was only permitted to work within the confines of the suitcase, never outside of it.
40:56Most critically, he was strictly forbidden from approaching the kitchen machines that made cookies
41:02and bread, not even by a single step.
41:05Dobby agreed, naturally.
41:07He didn't really have a choice.
41:10Newt had been standing.
41:12By the whole time, saying nothing, his eyes fixed on Kyle with a peculiar expression.
41:17Ahem.
41:19I'm only looking out for your best interests, Kyle mumbled, feeling uncomfortable under Newt's gaze.
41:25After all, Nicholas Flamel has a house elf butler named Tata, and Professor Dumbledore
41:31has over a hundred house elves making tea for him.
41:34You're friends with them, you've got to fit in.
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