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00:18making clips. Let's go listen. Hogwarts. I am such a model wizard. Chapter 351 Nimbus 2000,
00:28everyone has their glorious moments the leaky cauldron, and the entrance to Diagon Alley,
00:33serve as the wizarding world's bustling gateway. Kyle comes here once a year to buy school supplies
00:39like books, ink, and parchment. But despite the passing years, little changes, the same dim
00:46lighting, tables worn smooth with age, and the familiar noise of the crowd make the place feel
00:51timeless. After Newt's apparition back to Dorset, Kyle steps into the leaky cauldron's backyard,
00:57unlocking the path to Diagon Alley. First, he visits the quill shop to stock up on parchment
01:04and ink before heading to flourish and blots. He doesn't need many textbooks this year,
01:10just the monster book of monsters and intermediate explanations of runic symbols.
01:15As he passes quality Quidditch supplies, a crowd catches his attention. People are pushing and
01:21straining to get closer to the display window, and among them, Kyle spots a familiar face Harry Potter.
01:26A large wizard's arm is wrapped around Harry's head, nearly squashing his face, but Harry seems
01:33entirely unbothered. His intense green eyes are glued to the window display, and he occasionally
01:39wipes his mouth, looking disturbingly mesmerized.
01:43Harry, what are you doing here?
01:45Kyle calls, repeating himself three times before Harry finally snaps out of it.
01:50Kyle.
01:51Harry grins, looking pleased.
01:55Great to see you here.
01:57What were you staring at?
01:59Kyle asks.
02:01Firebolt.
02:03Harry's excitement is palpable as he gushes about the latest broomstick model.
02:08Streamlined design, ash handle, and birch twigs that's been meticulously polished.
02:13And did you know it accelerates from 0 to 150 miles per hour in just 10 seconds?
02:20It's the fastest broom in the world.
02:23Harry could probably rave about the Firebolt all day, but Kyle is less enthusiastic.
02:28The Firebolt is impressive, sure, but his Nimbus 2000 is still a fine broom.
02:34Back when it was released, it was also the world's fastest, just like the Clean Sweep 11 before it.
02:39Every broom has its heyday, he muses, everyone gets their moment in the spotlight.
02:46I'm headed to Flourish and Blotts to grab a few new books, Kyle says.
02:51Do you want to stay and stare at the Firebolt some more?
02:54If so, you could go inside and have a closer look, it's free just to browse.
03:00Harry shakes his head.
03:02No, I've been here every day for ages now.
03:05Actually, I'm waiting for Ron and Hermione.
03:08They should be arriving soon.
03:11Kyle points to the nearby Florian Fortescue's ice cream parlor.
03:16Then do you see those two over there?
03:18Could that be them?
03:20Huh?
03:21Harry turns and, seeing only their backs, recognizes them instantly, Hermione and Ron, ordering ice cream.
03:29Hermione.
03:31Ron, he shouts, excitement in his voice.
03:34They both turn, equally surprised.
03:38Harry.
03:39Kyle.
03:40Ron waves enthusiastically and rushes over.
03:44Finally, we found you.
03:46We checked the leaky cauldron, Flourish and Blotts, even Madame Malkins, but you weren't anywhere.
03:52As Ron recounts their search, Kyle remembers the odd sight of Harry wedged in the crowd, with only his backside visible.
04:01If not for catching the reflection of Harry's green eyes in the shop window, he might never have spotted him at all.
04:07Soon, Hermione joins them, carrying four large ice creams.
04:11She hands one to each of them, and Kyle takes a bite of his almond chocolate flavor, finding it surprisingly good.
04:19Together, the group enjoys their ice creams as they stroll through Diagon Alley, wandering without any particular destination in mind.
04:28While they chatted, the conversation turned to Harry's recent predicament.
04:31So, Harry, did you really blow up your aunt?
04:36Hermione asked seriously.
04:38I didn't mean to, Harry replied, looking embarrassed.
04:42I was just so angry I couldn't control myself.
04:46Ron burst out laughing.
04:48This isn't a laughing matter, Ron, Hermione said sternly.
04:53Honestly, I'm surprised you weren't expelled, Harry.
04:56You know that young wizards are usually expelled after two breaches of the law on magic use.
05:03And you were already warned last year.
05:05I'm wondering the same thing, Harry admitted.
05:09Fudge just let me stay here, and that was it.
05:12Why do you think he let me off?
05:15Maybe it's because it's you, the famous Harry Potter, Ron said with a shrug, chuckling softly.
05:20I can't imagine what the Ministry of Magic would do to me if I blew up my aunt.
05:26But they'd probably have to dig me out of the ground first, because mum would've killed me before they could even try.
05:33Ron laughed at his own joke, and soon Harry and Hermione were laughing, too.
05:38Despite everything, Harry was grateful not to be expelled and that he'd escaped punishment.
05:43They continued on until they reached Flourish and Blotts, where Kyle went inside to buy his textbooks while the others headed a bit further down the street to the pet shop.
05:53Hermione wanted to buy herself a pet, and Ron decided to check on his pet rat, Scabbers.
05:59Scabbers was like this last year, getting thinner and thinner, and he's been so listless lately, Ron said as he held the rat.
06:07I thought taking him out might cheer him up, but it looks like he's still not quite himself.
06:11The group split up at the shop entrance, and Kyle entered Flourish and Blotts, which was in complete disarray.
06:19Although there were no fights breaking out this year, dozens of copies of the Monster Book of Monsters were thrashing about, locked in vicious wrestling matches with each other.
06:28Scraps of paper littered the floor as the books tore into one another.
06:33A shop assistant, wearing thick gloves, was trying to pry them apart, wielding a heavy, knotted walking stick and muttering in frustration.
06:40Hello.
06:42He glanced over at Kyle.
06:44If you're here for the Monster Book of Monsters, you'll have to wait a bit.
06:49I have to separate them first.
06:52Stop it.
06:53Don't bite it.
06:55Ugh, I'm never stalking these again.
06:58What a nightmare.
07:00That's alright, I already have a copy, Kyle said.
07:04Really?
07:05The clerk looked immensely relieved.
07:08Thank goodness.
07:10I've been bitten five times today already.
07:13So, what can I get for you?
07:15I need intermediate explanations of runic symbols, Kyle replied.
07:20Ah, getting into ancient runes, are we?
07:24The clerk removed his gloves and went to fetch the book from a corner of the store.
07:29Not many people buy this one.
07:31It's a tough subject, but it's an excellent guide, very thorough.
07:36Handing over the book, he said, that'll be two galleons.
07:40Hogwarts.
07:42I am such a model wizard.
07:44Chapter 352
07:46Respecting each wizard's aesthetic after leaving flourish and blots, Kyle picked up a few more
07:51items before reuniting with Harry and the others at the Magical Menagerie.
07:55Hermione, who had talked about wanting an owl, ended up buying a plump ginger cat named
08:00Crookshanks.
08:01To be honest, the cat was rather homely, with a squashed, flat face that looked like it had
08:07been stepped on, and long, unruly fur that obscured any definition of its features.
08:12Perhaps wizards had different tastes when it came to pets.
08:16To some, Crookshanks might resemble a furry suitcase, but Hermione was clearly enamored
08:22with him, insisting he was more handsome than any other cat in the shop.
08:26Well, thought Kyle, to each their own.
08:30Respecting her choice, he kept his opinion to himself, simply nodding in agreement.
08:35Harry seemed to be doing the same.
08:37As for Ron, he was too preoccupied to notice.
08:42The shop assistant had no real solution for Ron's rat, Scabbers, and when Ron decided against
08:47replacing him, the assistant merely recommended a rat tonic.
08:52Do you think this will work?
08:54Ron asked, examining the bottle as they walked back.
08:57It doesn't seem nearly as good as the tonic you gave me, Kyle.
09:02Forget what it seems like, Kyle said.
09:05This stuff is just sugar water with a bit of red amaranth juice.
09:09I could make a whole vat of it in no time.
09:13By the way, how much did you pay for it?
09:16Quite a lot, Ron admitted glumly.
09:19Two sickles.
09:20You must be rolling in sickles if you paid that, Kyle teased.
09:25You'd still turn a profit selling it for two nuts.
09:29Ron looked even more miserable, realizing he'd been ripped off.
09:33Unfortunately, he'd already given Scabbers a dose, so there was no chance of returning
09:38it now.
09:39He glanced at his bedraggled rat and sighed, can I just buy tonic from you in the future?
09:44Of course.
09:46Anytime, and it's free, Kyle assured him.
09:49As he said this, he noticed Crookshanks watching Scabbers.
09:54But the cat merely gave the rat a lazy glance before turning his squashed face aside and
09:59swishing his tail indifferently.
10:01Back at the leaky cauldron, they found Mr. Weasley sitting at the bar, absorbed in the
10:06daily profit.
10:08Harry, Kyle, he greeted them warmly as they approached.
10:12There you are.
10:14How've you been these last few days?
10:16Very well, thank you, Harry replied.
10:20Quite well, Kyle added, taking a seat next to him.
10:24I heard from Charlie that you were a great help, Mr. Weasley said, looking Kyle over.
10:30It's a good thing you weren't hurt.
10:32Molly's been complaining that they shouldn't involve kids in such dangerous work.
10:36It wasn't as dangerous as it sounds, Kyle replied with a laugh.
10:42With Mr. Scamander and my dad there, I just stood behind them whenever the dragons got too
10:46close.
10:48Glad to hear that.
10:50Ron, who had been listening, frowned in confusion.
10:54Wait, dangerous.
10:56Dragons?
10:56Are you saying Kyle met dragons in Romania?
11:01Hermione and Harry leaned in, equally curious.
11:05More than one, Mr. Weasley said, explaining the whole story now that it was safe to share.
11:10He described how they'd encountered dozens of dragons, the many magizoologists who'd been
11:15brought in, and the eventual showdown with poachers.
11:18Hermione was awestruck.
11:21She'd thought her summer trip to France had been adventurous, but it sounded boring compared
11:25to Kyle's experience.
11:27Over ten magizoologists.
11:30She sighed.
11:32I wish I could have gone to Romania too.
11:35No chance, Mr. Weasley said, putting down the daily profit and shaking his head.
11:41The sanctuary was closed to tourists during all that.
11:44At best, you'd have been able to wander around the nearby village.
11:47Speaking of the village, I brought you all something, Kyle said, reaching into his leather
11:53bag for the gifts he'd prepared.
11:56He handed Mr. Weasley a dragonwood walking stick, sturdy and heavy.
12:01After nearly needing a melee weapon at Flourish and Blotts last year, Kyle had thought this
12:05would suit him well.
12:07Strong enough to deliver a solid blow, it was almost as effective as a stunning spell.
12:12This is fantastic, Mr. Weasley said, testing its weight with a pleased grin.
12:19For Harry, Ron, and Hermione, Kyle had dragon badges made of dragon scales, each etched with
12:25an image of a dragon that moved as if alive.
12:28The trio thanked him enthusiastically and immediately pinned them onto their robes.
12:33Just then, Harry noticed the picture of Sirius Black on the newspaper Mr. Weasley had set
12:38down.
12:40The man's face glared back at him, looking wild and unhinged.
12:44He hasn't been caught yet.
12:46No, Mr. Weasley replied, looking serious.
12:50The ministries pulled most of us from our usual duties to focus on tracking him down, but so
12:55far, we've had no luck.
12:58Is there a reward for catching him?
13:00Ron asked hopefully.
13:02Don't be ridiculous, Ron, Mr. Weasley scolded, his tone grave.
13:08Black isn't going to be caught by a 13-year-old wizard.
13:12Don't be foolish.
13:14Just then, Mrs. Weasley entered the pub carrying a large bag, followed by Fred and George, Percy,
13:20newly appointed as head boy, and Ginny, the youngest of the Weasleys.
13:24Hi, Kyle.
13:27Long time no see.
13:28Fred and George made a beeline for Kyle, each shaking his hand enthusiastically.
13:34It's wonderful to see you, old chap.
13:37Wonderful indeed, added the other, Percy, with a frown, though his tone was mock serious.
13:44Oh, enough of you two.
13:46Mrs. Weasley scolded, smiling as she approached.
13:50Stop imitating Percy.
13:52She pulled Kyle into a warm hug.
13:54It's so good to see you, dear.
13:58You too, Mrs. Weasley, Kyle replied.
14:02So, where are our presents?
14:05Fred and George chorused, each stretching out a hand expectantly.
14:09What presents?
14:11Kyle asked, raising an eyebrow.
14:14Don't pretend, Fred said knowingly.
14:17We noticed Dad's walking stick as soon as we came in.
14:20And Ron's dragon badge, George added.
14:24They didn't have those on before.
14:26Kyle laughed and took out the gifts he had prepared for the rest of the Weasleys one each
14:31for Fred, George, Percy, Ginny, and Mrs. Weasley.
14:35When he handed Percy his gift, Percy took it with exaggerated formality, giving Kyle a firm
14:40handshake.
14:41Thank you very much, I'm honored, Percy said, adopting the overly formal tone and posture
14:47of a Romanian Ministry of Magic official they had encountered during the summer.
14:52Fred and George, standing nearby, immediately began to mimic him, pulling faces and striking
14:57dramatic poses.
14:59Mrs. Weasley scolded them.
15:02That evening, the Weasley family decided not to return to the borough and instead booked
15:06rooms at the Leaky Cauldron.
15:08Mr. Weasley wanted Kyle to stay with them as well, but after some thought, Kyle declined.
15:15I saw Chris before I came, Mr. Weasley said.
15:18He agreed it would be fine for you to stay here for the night.
15:22But I haven't packed anything, Kyle replied.
15:26I left behind a lot of things I need, including my books and homework.
15:30It wasn't entirely untrue, Kyle did leave his homework back at home, where it had been
15:35untouched in his suitcase for over two years.
15:38But he had other reasons for not wanting to stay.
15:42He'd noticed several patrons watching them someone in the corner glancing their way from
15:46time to time, a witch at the bar who'd been, reading, the same page of the paper for over
15:50half an hour, and an old hag sipping mead, who'd somehow transformed into a middle-aged
15:55witch, drinking the exact same mead, just a few minutes ago.
15:59Kyle.
16:00Kyle suspected these were Auror Station to keep an eye on Harry.
16:04He knew Mr. Weasley was one of them, and that his additional task was to ensure Harry
16:08got safely to King's Cross Station the next day.
16:12The last thing Kyle wanted was to spend the night under the close watch of so many Aurors.
16:17Just the thought was unsettling.
16:20Since he'd brought up books and homework, Mrs. Weasley accepted his decision but refused
16:24to let him leave on his own, insisting they wait for Chris to come pick him up.
16:29They ended up waiting all evening.
16:32Chris didn't return from the ministry until well after they'd finished dinner.
16:36What a shame, Arthur, I was hoping to have a drink with you, Chris said, taking Kyle by
16:41the arm.
16:42There's so much paperwork, and everything is such a rush at the ministry these days.
16:47I understand, Mr. Weasley said with a knowing wink.
16:52I'm not allowed to drink either, for that matter.
16:54Yes, that's true.
16:57Chris sighed.
16:58Well, then, I'll see you at the ministry tomorrow.
17:03With that, he led Kyle out of the leaky cauldron.
17:06Hogwarts.
17:08I am such a model wizard.
17:11Chapter 353 Nymphadora Tonks Ever since Sirius Black escaped from prison, everyone had
17:16been busy, including Diana.
17:18Today, she wasn't home, and the house was empty.
17:22As soon as Chris returned, he went straight to the study to continue working on his report.
17:28Judging by the look on his face, he was likely planning to stay up all night.
17:32A tree branch wobbled over to Kyle's shoulder.
17:37Long time no see, Groot.
17:39And you, Tom.
17:41Wait, I swear you've gotten even fatter than a month ago.
17:45The nasal, Tom, had wanted to come over and greet him, but upon hearing this, he huffed,
17:52turned away, and left, flicking his tail in the air as he went.
17:56Kyle didn't mind.
17:58After greeting the two animal members of the family, he went upstairs to his room, opened
18:03his suitcase, and emptied some of its contents onto the table.
18:07This was one of the reasons he didn't want to stay at the leaky cauldron.
18:11Aurors had all sorts of abilities, like Mad-Eye Moody, who had a magical eye that could see
18:16through almost anything.
18:19Although Moody had long since retired, there was no telling if other Aurors had similar
18:23skills.
18:25To be cautious, Kyle had set his suitcase to muggle mode after they'd been discovered
18:29at the leaky cauldron.
18:31It had been so inconvenient.
18:33Here, at least, he didn't have to worry about someone barging in and rummaging through his
18:38things.
18:39Newt had dealt with similar situations when he was young.
18:44Though it happened in a different country, it was a reminder to stay vigilant.
18:48After all, Kyle's suitcase held a dragon, and if that were discovered, he could end up
18:53in the same trouble as Sirius Black.
18:56Kyle sat down at the table and began emptying the dragon blood he'd harvested in Romania
19:00into smaller bottles he'd bought at Diagon Alley.
19:04The larger bottles he'd used before had been cumbersome, these smaller ones would be more
19:08practical.
19:10He then sorted the other materials, herbs, and magical items like charms before returning
19:15them all to his suitcase.
19:18With so much to organize, and with a bowtruckle and a niffler constantly getting underfoot, he
19:23didn't finish until late into the night.
19:26After a month away from home, lying down on his familiar bed felt like bliss, and a drowsy
19:31sleep soon overtook him.
19:33The next morning, Chris, looking bleary-eyed and tousled, saw him off at King's Cross Station.
19:39Are you waiting for the Weasleys here?
19:42Chris asked, rubbing his eyes as they stood in front of Platform 9 ¾.
19:48I think we're here earlier than they are.
19:51Actually, Mr. Chris, they entered the platform five minutes ago, said a cheerful voice from
19:56behind them.
19:58They both turned at once and found a strange witch standing there, smiling at them.
20:03You are?
20:05Chris frowned.
20:06Oh, I almost forgot.
20:09The witch shook her head, and her face began to age rapidly.
20:13Her maroon hair shifted to a very light blue.
20:17I should have known.
20:19Chris rubbed his forehead.
20:21Long time no see, Tonks.
20:24Not really, Nymphadora Tonks replied with a smile.
20:28We just saw each other last night, you just didn't recognize me.
20:33Last night, the elderly witch drinking mead had actually been her.
20:36It's not easy to spot a metamorphmagus in a crowd, Chris said with a grin, patting Kyle
20:42on the shoulder.
20:43This is my son, Kyle.
20:46Kyle, meet Nymphadora Tonks, the youngest Auror in the ministry.
20:51Upon hearing Chris's words, Tonks's hair turned bubblegum pink.
20:55Oddly, none of the passersby seemed to notice.
20:59We already know each other, she said.
21:02I kept an eye on little Kyle in the Hufflepuff common room back in my seventh year.
21:07Kyle nodded.
21:09He had indeed met Tonks before, though not well.
21:13Although they were both in Hufflepuff, she had been an Auror trainee by her seventh year
21:17and was rarely at school.
21:19He had only encountered her briefly in the common room.
21:22I almost forgot you're only six years older than Kyle, Chris muttered, rubbing his head.
21:28Missing how tired he looked, Tonks asked, how many reports did you write yesterday?
21:34Eight, Chris sighed.
21:36I started at noon yesterday and only finished half an hour ago.
21:40It was just a trip to Romania.
21:43Did you really need to write so many reports?
21:46I don't know why, but ever since last year, the paperwork has just been piling up.
21:52We're swamped too, Tonks replied as her hair turned a dull grey.
21:56I never thought being an Auror would involve so much paperwork.
22:00I spend more time in the office than I do on missions.
22:04She continued to complain until a tall wizard approached, at which point she immediately
22:08quieted down and pretended nothing was wrong.
22:12Kingsley.
22:13Chris greeted the wizard warmly.
22:16It was the man who had been reading the newspaper in the Leaky Cauldron the previous day.
22:20Kyle didn't join in on their conversation, and by the time Kingsley came over, the train
22:25was preparing to depart.
22:27He slipped through the wall to platform nine and three quarters.
22:32The Hogwarts Express was still in its usual spot, billowing smoke, and the platform was
22:36packed with families seeing off their children.
22:40Fred and George suddenly appeared on either side of Kyle.
22:43You're cutting it close, the train's about to leave, Fred said.
22:48We thought you'd be coming to Hogwarts in a flying car too, George joked, throwing an arm
22:53around Kyle's shoulder.
22:55We ran into some people outside and got held up a bit, Kyle explained.
23:00Nymphadora Tonks, you know her.
23:03Of course, the Metamorphmagus.
23:06A big deal a few years back.
23:09Quite famous.
23:10I thought she'd already be an Auror.
23:13Fred mused.
23:15Probably because of that serious Black business that she's here at King's Cross.
23:20Afraid he might blend in with the parents?
23:23Only logical explanation.
23:25Do they think Black will come to Hogwarts?
23:28At that moment, a loud whistle sounded, and Fred and George dropped the topic.
23:34Together with Kyle, they hurried toward the train.
23:37On the platform, a guard was shutting the train doors one by one.
23:42The three of them quickened their pace and managed to board just in time.
23:46You have to go see Percy, Fred said with a mischievous grin as they made their way down
23:50the aisle.
23:52We made a little adjustment to his badge.
23:55He hasn't noticed yet, but now it reads, enormous head, in giant letters.
24:00Hogwarts.
24:01I am such a model wizard.
24:05Chapter 354 The story of Black's loves and grudges
24:08Since they'd only boarded the train right before it departed, most compartments were
24:12already full, but that hardly mattered.
24:15After walking forward a bit, the group encountered Cedric, who had just stepped out of a compartment
24:20and was heading toward the front of the train.
24:22Oh, Mr. Cedric, Fred announced, coming to a theatrical halt in front of him with an exaggerated
24:28bow, it is truly an honor to see you here.
24:31A great honor, George added, mimicking Fred's gesture.
24:36Cedric took a wary half-step back.
24:38You two are up to no good again, he said, eyeing them suspiciously.
24:44After years of being at school together, Cedric knew the twins' antics all too well.
24:49In fact, from the fleeting grin Fred had flashed upon spotting him, Cedric could already tell
24:54whether it was a warm reunion or a set-up for mischief, and it was clearly the latter.
25:00Such exaggerated politeness was never a good sign.
25:03The spark has faded, the feelings have faded, Fred sighed.
25:08You used to come over and hug us, but now you're taking a step back.
25:12We've grown apart, George added, looking theatrically heartbroken.
25:17You were never like this when you were a prefect.
25:20No need to go on, George, Fred said solemnly.
25:24Prefect Cedric probably wants to be friends with Percy more now.
25:28Be friends with Percy?
25:30Fred shuddered, feigning horror.
25:33Then you'll have to keep that prefects who gained power book forever.
25:37I'm afraid so, George nodded, equally serious.
25:41Kyle, you must never become a prefect, Fred said, turning to him.
25:47Because it would make your life dreadfully.
25:48Dull, George agreed.
25:50Kyle, who had been happily watching their antics, suddenly couldn't laugh anymore.
25:57He hadn't even said a word, why was he getting dragged into this?
26:01He was only in fourth year, and they were already making plans about him being a prefect next year?
26:07Just how much did these two despise prefects?
26:10What on earth are you talking about?
26:13Cedric interrupted, frowning as he looked at them disapprovingly.
26:17And how do you even know I'm going to be a prefect?
26:21I don't remember telling you.
26:23After spending so much time together, Cedric was fully aware of his friends' personalities,
26:28and he also knew this wasn't the first time they'd mocked Percy.
26:32Fred planned to keep his prefect status quiet for as long as possible and had even kept his
26:36prefect badge tucked away when he'd stepped out just now.
26:40Oh, come on, Fred rolled his eyes.
26:43Top of the year four years in a row, who else would they pick?
26:47Besides, George snickered, there are two pieces of news making the rounds at the ministry these
26:52days.
26:54Serious Black's escape.
26:57Fred began.
26:58And the news that you have become head boy, George finished, grinning.
27:03Mr. Diggory's public relations skills are practically on par with the Daily Prophet.
27:09Cedric flushed.
27:10He specifically promised me he wouldn't tell anyone.
27:14Kyle shook his head.
27:16Cedric was still too naive.
27:19Trying to keep Mr. Diggory from bragging about his son's accomplishments was about as
27:22futile as trying to keep Percy from flaunting his head boy badge.
27:26So, are you headed to the head boy compartment now?
27:30Kyle asked.
27:31I wasn't going to, Cedric replied, but Percy has reminded me three times in the past five
27:37minutes that I absolutely have to go.
27:40Well, off you go, then.
27:43George patted him on the shoulder.
27:45And by the way, when you get there, ask Percy if the previous head boy also went around telling
27:50people he had an incredibly large head.
27:53And wore it on his chest.
27:55Personally, I think it's really a bit ridiculous, Fred added, chuckling.
28:01What are you all doing here?
28:03Percy's voice cut in suddenly from behind them.
28:06What was that about being ridiculous?
28:09Percy asked, eyeing them suspiciously.
28:11Nothing, Fred said vaguely.
28:15We just saw someone with a really funny badge, it was hilarious.
28:20Percy frowned.
28:22Something about Fred and George didn't sit right with him, but he couldn't quite put his
28:26finger on it.
28:27I'm warning you, behave yourselves, or else.
28:32Points.
28:33George chimed in.
28:35Or detention.
28:37Fred added.
28:38We were just talking in the aisle for a bit, Fred shrugged.
28:42Pretty sure that's not against the rules.
28:45I'll be watching you.
28:47Percy muttered, a hint of unease showing before he turned his attention to Cedric.
28:52Hurry up, I have an announcement to make on behalf of the professor, and I'm waiting
28:56for you.
28:58Cedric merely shrugged, then followed Percy toward the front of the car.
29:02Once they left, Kyle and the others entered the compartment Cedric had just come out of,
29:07where Kanna, Cho, Ginny, and Luna were sitting together, poring over the quibbler.
29:13Aside from Luna, though, the other three looked less than interested, and Cho even yawned as
29:18Kyle and the others walked in.
29:20What are you reading?
29:22Kyle asked.
29:23Some, very interesting theories, Kanna whispered.
29:28This magazine claims that Fudge purposely released Sirius Black so he could secretly eliminate
29:33those who don't support him.
29:35Well, maybe it's true, Luna said, looking up.
29:39Otherwise, why else would the ministry have been searching for him for a month without
29:43finding anything?
29:45Here's another one, Ginny added, leaning in.
29:49It says there's some unknown connection between Sirius Black and Fudge.
29:54Apparently, Fudge was unpopular and limited in his influence after taking office, so Black
29:59supposedly entered Azkaban voluntarily to win over the worst criminals for him.
30:04Now, over the past ten years, he's formed a secret army for Fudge, dedicated to eliminating
30:10opposition.
30:12But Fudge couldn't bear to leave Black in such a terrible place any longer, so he released
30:17him in secret.
30:18Their bond might be deeper than anyone realized.
30:22Kyle smirked.
30:24What is this, the untold tale of Black and Fudge?
30:28Whoever wrote this article had quite an imagination.
30:31Black's reaction would be priceless if he ever read this.
30:35Too bad the quibbler wasn't widely circulated, it would have been even more entertaining if
30:39this made it into the Daily Prophet.
30:42But everyone knows that Sirius Black is a death eater, Ginny said, frowning.
30:48How could he be working for Fudge?
30:50That's just his, official, role, Luna replied.
30:53The writer suggests Black is the only death eater who was never tried, it's possible Fudge
30:58is using his authority to influence things.
31:02But Fudge wasn't even the minister back then, Ginny pointed out.
31:05Well, he's the minister now, and there's no one else standing in his way, Luna added.
31:12Silence fell in the compartment.
31:14Oddly enough, it sounded almost convincing.
31:18If they didn't already know about Black, they might have even believed it.
31:22Kyle shook his head, recalling an old issue of the quibbler from years back.
31:27That one had claimed Fudge had the Department of Mysteries develop a poison to control his
31:31opponents.
31:33Diana had been so furious that she nearly grabbed her wand to, have a word, with Mr. Lovegood.
31:39And here they were, years later, still connecting everything back to mysterious poisons.
31:45So now, apparently, this poison Black allegedly used was created by the Department of Mysteries.
31:52No wonder Chris mentioned that wizards abroad like this magazine, he thought.
31:56The tales of hidden romances and dramatic feuds involving the Minister of Magic were definitely
32:01fun to read for amusement.
32:04And if the minister in question was from another country, well, that just made it all the better.
32:09With a bit of distance, they didn't even need to fact check it, it was just pure entertainment.
32:15Hogwarts.
32:16I am such a model wizard.
32:19Chapter 355 The Source of Cedric's Happiness
32:22The train chugged along, releasing clouds of steam as it sped down the tracks.
32:28Inside the carriage, after Kyle and the others had settled in, Kanna and Cho put aside the
32:32quibbler and began chatting about their holiday adventures.
32:36Soon, Cho's face turned red with frustration.
32:40Cedric, that liar, she huffed.
32:43He told me that Beauxbatons Academy of Magic was in the Pyrenees, so we drove all over the
32:49place, but we couldn't find anything on the map.
32:52We spent an entire day circling around, but there was absolutely nothing there.
32:57That's actually pretty normal, Kyle replied.
33:00I don't know about the other schools, but the locations of the three major wizarding schools
33:05in Europe are heavily protected.
33:07These charms not only safeguard their teaching methods but also shield students and the schools
33:12themselves from harm.
33:14Just like Hogwarts, he continued.
33:17If a Beauxbatons student were to visit, all they'd see is a bear cliff.
33:22Cho and Kanna looked stunned.
33:25They knew the schools were hidden by protective magic, but they'd always assumed it was only
33:29to keep muggles away, like the muggle-repelling charm in front of the leaky cauldron.
33:33They hadn't realized that this protection extended to other witches and wizards as well.
33:39But then how did Cedric?
33:41Cho wondered aloud.
33:43Maybe he met someone connected to the school, Kyle suggested.
33:47If a professor or someone else from Beauxbatons shared its location with him, then the protections
33:53would be bypassed.
33:54Or, if a student led him there, it would work similarly to the Fidelius charm.
34:00Cho thought back and remembered Cedric mentioning an encounter with an old French wizard who had
34:04told him the location of Beauxbatons.
34:07That must have been it.
34:09She sighed, feeling a bit disheartened.
34:12Why hadn't she met someone like that?
34:15Fidelius charm.
34:17Ginny looked up from the quibbler, her expression curious.
34:21I think Dad mentioned it once, but I don't remember much about it.
34:25It's one of the vow spells, Kyle explained, usually used to protect important secrets.
34:31Does the school teach this charm?
34:33Ginny's eyes lit up with interest.
34:36No, Kyle shook his head.
34:39It's far beyond what most students can manage.
34:42If you don't have the necessary magical strength, it can backfire in dangerous ways.
34:47So, unless the professors think you're ready, they won't teach it to you, even if you ask.
34:53Oh.
34:55Ginny looked disappointed.
34:56Got any secrets you'd like to hide, Ginny?
35:00Fred asked, grinning slyly.
35:03George leaned over, smirking.
35:06Come on, tell us.
35:08We promise we won't share it with anyone.
35:11Like you haven't said that before, Ginny shot back, glaring at the two of them.
35:16If I'd known this spell before the holidays, I wouldn't have had to listen to Percy's
35:20nagging all summer.
35:23Realizing they were defeated, Fred and George quickly backed off, looking chastened.
35:28As the Hogwarts Express traveled further north, the scenery outside the window became increasingly
35:33rugged and remote.
35:35Clouds gathered in the sky, growing denser and darker by the mile.
35:40Meanwhile, students raced up and down the aisles outside their compartment, laughing and
35:44chasing one another.
35:46No fireworks in the corridors.
35:49Which house are you from?
35:51Percy's voice echoed from outside their door.
35:54But instead of replying, the students only laughed louder and kept running.
35:59Stop!
36:00I'm head boy!
36:02Percy shouted, chasing after them.
36:05The door suddenly swung open, and Cedric slipped inside, looking around like he was on the run.
36:10Oh, the prefect is back, Fred said with a grin.
36:15Any orders for us, sir?
36:17I'm here to deliver a warning, Cedric replied, closing the door firmly behind him.
36:23He looked at Fred and George with a serious expression.
36:27Percy knows you messed with his badge.
36:30And from the look in his eyes, he's ready to strangle you both and hang you outside the
36:34train for all to see.
36:36If he hadn't been distracted by some student setting off firecrackers in the corridor, he'd
36:41be the one bursting in here right now.
36:44Fred and George exchanged a glance and burst out laughing.
36:48Run from Percy?
36:50Not likely, Fred said, clearly unconcerned.
36:54You think we're afraid of that oversized head of his?
36:57George smirked.
36:58I assure you, we're not.
37:02They even pulled out a few sweets, casually passing them around to everyone else in the compartment.
37:06Fred, showing no sign of being phased.
37:10Outside, the noise in the corridor gradually faded.
37:13They could hear Percy's voice once more, such disrespect, Slytherins, don't you realize
37:18I'm the head boy?
37:20I'll be informing Professor Snape.
37:23Though faint, Percy's voice was close enough to suggest he was right outside.
37:28Fred clapped his hand to his forehead.
37:30Oh, almost forgot, Lee Jordan told us to find him as soon as we boarded.
37:36That's right, George nodded.
37:38Said he had something important to discuss.
37:41Lucky for us we're not busy right now, Fred said, rising to his feet.
37:46Let's go.
37:48With identical grins, the twins sauntered to the door and peered out cautiously.
37:53Fred!
37:54George!
37:55Percy's irritated shout echoed down the corridor.
38:00The twins threw open the door and bolted out, George smacking his head on the doorway in
38:04his rush but ignoring the pain as he raced after Fred.
38:08Laughter erupted from everyone in the compartment.
38:12Cedric, now seated where the twins had been, shook his head.
38:16I thought they really weren't afraid for a second.
38:19Ginny giggled, a few weeks ago, they tried to trap Percy inside a pyramid, but he found
38:24out and gave them a thorough thrashing.
38:27If you look closely, George still rubs his left side every now and then, Percy thought he
38:32was the main culprit and gave him an extra wallop for good measure.
38:36This sparked another round of laughter.
38:39Cedric was laughing the hardest, clearly delighted to see the twins getting their punishment.
38:45Around one o'clock, the plump witch with the trolley arrived at their compartment door.
38:49Kyle, who hadn't eaten much that morning and was now quite hungry, bought a generous
38:54stack of cauldron cakes, enough for everyone.
38:58They might not have been the most flavorful, but they were better than just chocolates or
39:02sweets.
39:03After finishing their snack, the group continued chatting, watching as the rain began to fall
39:08around three or four o'clock, turning the hills outside the window into a misty blur.
39:13As a prefect, Cedric was supposed to help keep order in the train compartments, but Percy
39:18was so diligent that his voice could be heard constantly, scolding and sending back any students
39:23who dared poke their heads into the aisle.
39:26Cedric's help wasn't needed at all.
39:29Taking advantage of this rare respite, Cedric relaxed and joined Kyle for a game of exploding
39:34snap, enjoying the cozy atmosphere of the compartment.
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