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00:22Hogwarts.
00:23I am such a model wizard.
00:26Chapter 371 Unique Potion Talent
00:28The first period of the morning was potions, a class Hufflepuff shared with Gryffindor.
00:33From the moment the lesson began, the Gryffindor students found themselves relentlessly targeted.
00:40Katie Bell, from the Quidditch team, lost five points right at the door for the offense of wearing a hat.
00:46McLagan, another Gryffindor, lost three points because his book had a crease in it.
00:51The reason behind Snape's sudden surge in penalties was obvious to everyone.
00:56Back in the third year class, during Defense Against the Dark Arts, Neville Longbottom's boggart had taken the form of Snape,
01:03and under Professor Lupin's guidance, Neville had transformed the boggart into a rather ridiculous version of Snape dressed in a frumpy grandmother's outfit.
01:10It was a memorable incident, but what made it worse was that someone had managed to snap a picture of it and circulate it around the classroom.
01:18Though the official story claimed all the photos had been confiscated, plenty still circulated among students.
01:26Determined to find the culprit, Snape had tried every tactic available, threats, bribes, even surveillance,
01:32but the students were more unified than ever, and no one talked.
01:37Even Professor Lupin, when asked, had maintained,
01:40I don't know, I didn't see anything, which had only fueled Snape's anger further.
01:45As a result, Gryffindor, the house that had originally shared the photo, had suffered ever since.
01:52Despite Hufflepuff's recent loss of 100 points thanks to Kyle,
01:56they were still comfortably ahead of Gryffindor in the house standings,
01:59mostly due to Snape's relentless point deductions.
02:03Gryffindor had been plummeting toward a new low score from the very start of the school year.
02:07Even Professor McGonagall couldn't say much to defend her students.
02:12She, too, had seen the infamous photo, and while she certainly didn't approve of Snape's vendetta,
02:17she couldn't entirely blame him for being furious.
02:21Invigoration Draft
02:22Snape didn't return to the podium until Gryffindor had lost 20 points.
02:28Then he droned on, Lovage, Ginger Root, the Horn of the Arrumpent.
02:33Mr. McClagan
02:34He suddenly asked, what do you need to do with the Arrumpent's horn when brewing the Invigoration Draft?
02:41Roast it and then grind it to a powder, Professor, said Cormac McClagan, standing up and glancing at the blackboard.
02:49Huh, Snape miscalculated this time.
02:52Kyle heard someone whisper behind him.
02:55Luckily, it's all on the blackboard.
02:58Just take a look and you'll know.
03:00Oh.
03:01Snape on the stage raised an eyebrow, took a step to block the blackboard, and continued, how long does it need to be roasted?
03:0920 minutes, McClagan answered without hesitation.
03:13After that, you need to scrape off the surface layer before grinding.
03:17Do you think you're very clever?
03:19Snape said with a sinister smile.
03:21Remembering all that after just one look.
03:25I wasn't looking at the blackboard, Professor.
03:29McClagan said with a straight face.
03:32I knew because I read the book in advance.
03:35If you'd read the book in advance, you'd know that the Invigoration Draft requires the horn of a graphorn, not an Arrumpent.
03:42Snape sneered.
03:44Five points from Gryffindor.
03:46McClagan's face froze in disbelief.
03:48But you wrote Arrumpent on the chalkboard.
03:52I wouldn't have made that mistake.
03:55Oh, that.
03:57I made a mistake, Snape replied, turning around to erase the line.
04:02You said you didn't look at the chalkboard, he said lazily.
04:06Cheating a professor costs Gryffindor five more points.
04:10Next, they had to handle the ingredients.
04:13Lovage and ginger root were simple enough, but the graphorn's horn posed a real challenge.
04:18It was so hard and dense that cutting it was difficult, let alone grinding it.
04:23Roasting it first was a step Snape had given them, one not found in the book.
04:28Kyle, Ryan leaned over and whispered, did you see today's Daily Prophet?
04:33No, Kyle shook his head.
04:36Did something happen?
04:38Someone spotted Sirius Black, McClagan whispered.
04:41Where?
04:42Cragcroftshire, just south of Hogsmeade, McCl said excitedly.
04:48A muggle saw him.
04:50Of course, he didn't know who it was and thought Black was just some criminal, so he called the
04:55hotline.
04:56But by the time the Ministry G.
04:59O.T. there, Black was gone.
05:01That's not far at all, less than 50 miles from Hogsmeade.
05:06McClagan, sitting next to them, leaned over.
05:08Do you think he'll come to Hogwarts?
05:12Connell looked a bit nervous.
05:14That's impossible, McClagan replied.
05:17Don't forget, there are Dementors at the school entrance.
05:21He'd be walking right into them.
05:24But I still feel something's off, McCl mused.
05:28There are so many places he could go, why show up so close to Hogsmeade?
05:32Maybe he doesn't know there are Dementors here, McClagan snorted.
05:37I hope he comes soon, though, because if the Dementors find him, he won't get away.
05:43Once he's captured, the Dementors will leave the school too.
05:47To be honest, just thinking about those monsters guarding the entrance gives me the chills.
05:52Even the wind feels colder.
05:55The group didn't dare say more and dispersed before Snape turned around.
05:58Kyle, do you think if Black did come to Hogwarts, the Dementors at the gate could really stop him?
06:05Connell asked in a low voice.
06:08It's hard to say, Kyle replied, shaking his head.
06:12They let Black escape once, even in their own territory, and there are only two Dementors here now.
06:18But don't worry, everything will be fine, I promise.
06:22Hearing Kyle's reassurance, Connell finally relaxed and started peeling the ginger root with her knife.
06:28As the class neared its end, Snape began making his rounds to inspect everyone's potions.
06:35Kyle and Connell's cauldrons both held a bright, clear yellow liquid, the standard color, nothing unusual.
06:42Snape didn't even pause to look at them, moving on without a word.
06:46But the others weren't as fortunate.
06:49Their potions had turned all sorts of unexpected colors.
06:53Kyle noticed Michael's potion in particular.
06:55It was a strange shade of purple, with a thick, brownish smoke rising from it.
07:01Even Snape, usually unruffled, stopped and stared at the concoction for a moment.
07:07He could usually pinpoint the issue in other students' potions, perhaps an excess of one ingredient, or an improperly stirred mixture, but this one was different.
07:16But, Lovage, ginger root, and graphorn horn, how could those ingredients produce this?
07:22What a revelation.
07:24Hufflepuff loses 10 points, Snape finally said, fixing his gaze on Michael's cauldron before turning his steely eyes to Mikel.
07:33End detention.
07:35Report to the dungeons on Saturday morning at 8 o'clock until you've mastered the invigoration draft.
07:40Hogwarts.
07:41I am such a model wizard.
07:45Chapter 372 The Diadem in the Treasure Chamber Weekends at Hogwarts were always a delight, though not for everyone.
07:52At 7.50, Mikel, who had been lingering in the Great Hall for the past half hour, reluctantly put down his cutlery and headed for the dungeons, glancing back every few steps.
08:02He seemed desperate, as though hoping his friends might accompany him, or that someone might jinx him, anything to avoid this detention.
08:11He'd even welcome a trip to the hospital wing if it meant escaping.
08:14But Kyle and Ryan never once looked up.
08:18I'm heading to the Quidditch pitch later, Ryan said, as though completely unaware of Michael's plight.
08:24He turned to Kyle.
08:25They're recruiting two players this year.
08:29I'm going to try out, maybe I'll get picked.
08:33That's great.
08:34Which position are you aiming for?
08:37Kyle replied, keeping his gaze firmly away from Michael's pitiful expression at the door.
08:43Chaser, just like you, Ryan said, pouring himself a glass of juice.
08:48Or maybe keeper.
08:49I heard the competition for that spot isn't too fierce.
08:54I'm not sure, Kyle said thoughtfully.
08:57But I think you should try out for both positions to see which one suits you best.
09:02That's my plan, Ryan agreed, taking another piece of toast.
09:07Are you coming?
09:08We could go together.
09:10I'm not going, Kyle shook his head.
09:12With Cedric in charge, I've got other things to do.
09:17Since Harris graduated, Cedric had become the new team captain, responsible for recruiting new players and organizing training sessions.
09:25They chatted a while longer, and by the time the hall was empty, the clock struck eight.
09:31Mikel was nowhere to be seen, presumably in the dungeons by now.
09:36Ryan headed off toward the Quidditch pitch, while Kyle made his way to the eighth floor.
09:40He walked back and forth along a particular corridor three times, murmuring, I need a room where I can hide things.
09:48Finally, a door appeared opposite a tapestry, as if it had always been there.
09:54Kyle stepped inside and closed it behind him.
09:57Silence enveloped him.
09:59The room was as large as the great hall, its towering walls filled with the hidden remnants left by generations of Hogwarts students.
10:06Below were piles of rickety, broken furniture and thousands of books.
10:12Most of these were worthless, though some were dangerous banned books, cursed to jinx the reader if opened, bordering on dark magic.
10:20While there were surely useful books among the piles, Kyle had neither the time nor patience to sift through them.
10:26The library offered more than enough reading material without the risk.
10:30Continuing down rows cluttered with winged slingshots, fanged frisbees, some still hovering lifelessly, broken potion bottles, old clothing, opals, eggshells, and rusty iron swords, Kyle wove through this labyrinth of trash, or treasure.
10:47Soon, he found what he was looking for a troll statue.
10:51Standing over ten feet tall, it was unmistakably conspicuous, even amidst the room's strange treasures.
10:57It should be around here somewhere, Kyle muttered, scanning the passage in front of the troll statue and stopping in front of a pile of particularly unattractive statues.
11:07Each statue was crafted in the same garish style, uglier than the last.
11:12Compared to these grotesque figures, even old Tom from the Leaky Cauldron could be considered handsome.
11:18Among the statues of wizards that looked like oversized house elves, one stood out.
11:23It wasn't the ugliest, but it wore a rust-colored crown, set at a slight angle on its head.
11:30Ravenclaw's diadem.
11:32Kyle took a deep breath.
11:34He'd seen it once before, during his first year, though only from a distance.
11:40He'd never dared to approach it back then.
11:43His original plan had been to bring it to Dumbledore if the time came when Dumbledore started seeking out Voldemort's horcruxes.
11:49But in June, something had changed his mind.
11:53The reason was Rowena Ravenclaw.
11:56During his encounter in the Chamber of Secrets, Rowena had been the most reserved of the founders.
12:02She typically observed in silence while the other three spoke.
12:06The only thing she had told him directly was to practice a clemency, and at the end, she'd mentioned the crown.
12:12If Kyle recalled correctly, her exact words were that he would have truly mastered a clemency when he could wear the diadem without it affecting him.
12:21At the time, this hadn't seemed strange.
12:24After all, strengthening one's intellect could be viewed as a kind of magical influence, falling within the realm of a clemency.
12:31But recently, after seeing the sorting hat in Dumbledore's office, Kyle had begun to feel that something wasn't quite right.
12:39If a sword could be so carefully protected, what would happen if it were a diadem that granted intelligence?
12:45Even setting aside everything else, even if the diadem had never been stolen by Helena, had never become a horcrux,
12:52and had simply remained at Hogwarts all these years, would such an important artifact ever be used by a student, just like that?
12:59And if, as Rowena Ravenclaw suggested, the diadem was intended for a clemency practice,
13:05it wouldn't have been used just once or twice but would need to be worn frequently.
13:10This seemed utterly implausible.
13:13The notion of giving a student Ravenclaw's diadem to practice a clemency was preposterous.
13:18Unless Rowena Ravenclaw herself had been there to oversee its use,
13:22no headmaster would agree to such a risky and unprecedented idea.
13:26Well, maybe Dumbledore would.
13:29But only him.
13:30Rowena Ravenclaw could never have foreseen the character of Hogwarts headmaster a thousand years into the future.
13:37Besides, there were countless ways to practice and test a clemency.
13:42Legilimens.
13:44Confundus charm, even working with a velo would do.
13:48Why use a diadem?
13:50Wasn't that setting the bar a bit high?
13:51It was like wanting to practice boxing and being handed a 10 centimeter thick steel plate,
13:57with someone telling you you'd be successful when you could punch a hole through it.
14:01Fine, but was that really necessary?
14:04With Rowena Ravenclaw's wisdom, it was unlikely she hadn't considered these things,
14:09yet she still mentioned the diadem.
14:11Was there some other meaning in her words?
14:15After hesitating for several days, Kyle decided to go for it.
14:19Overthinking or not, he would at least take possession of the diadem.
14:23With his current occlumency skills, he should be able to resist the influence of the horcrux.
14:29Probably.
14:30Kyle donned his shield gloves and carefully picked up the diadem.
14:35No curse triggered, no trace of mental magic stirred.
14:39The diadem had simply lost its brilliance after being made into a horcrux,
14:43leaving it dull and tarnished.
14:46If he were to take it to the junk shop in Diagon Alley,
14:49he doubted anyone would offer even a sickle for it.
14:52Looking closely, Kyle could just make out the faint engraving,
14:56with beyond measure is man's greatest treasure.
14:58He took off his shield gloves and held it directly in his hands,
15:02but still felt no reaction.
15:05It seemed that, while both were horcruxes,
15:07the diadem was not as active as the diary.
15:11Kyle pulled out a box he had prepared in advance and placed the diadem inside.
15:16This box, a gift from Nicholas Flamel, had held the diary last year,
15:20it now held the diadem, making it a fittingly specialized match.
15:25Hogwarts.
15:25I am such a model wizard.
15:29Chapter 373 Substitute teaching the process of obtaining the diadem had gone smoothly,
15:34but Kyle was left uncertain about what to do next.
15:38For a long time, every time he prepared to study the diadem,
15:42he ended up simply staring at it.
15:44Now that this object had become one of Voldemort's horcruxes,
15:48any secrets Rowena Ravenclaw might have hidden within it seemed utterly inaccessible.
15:52Why not try wearing it?
15:55Kyle held the diadem above his head, waving it around for a moment before giving up on the rather reckless notion.
16:02Once again, there was no result.
16:05As Kyle returned the box to its hiding place and made his way back to the common room,
16:09he ran into Kanna, who seemed to be looking for him.
16:12Class is about to start.
16:15I thought you'd already left.
16:17No, I just had something else to take care of, Kyle replied, shaking his head and pulling out a stack of textbooks.
16:25What's our next class?
16:26Defense against the dark arts, Kanna answered with a hint of excitement.
16:32Since the new professor had taken over, the class no longer involved just reading textbooks and acting out scenes,
16:38making defense against the dark arts suddenly engaging and everyone's favorite,
16:42everyone except a few Slytherins, like Malfoy.
16:46His reasoning was straightforward if Harry enjoyed the class, he despised it.
16:50That was all.
16:51Though his only criticism of Professor Lupin was that he wore shabby clothes and owned just one decent robe,
16:58he never claimed the lessons themselves were dull.
17:01I wonder what we'll learn today, Kanna mused as they walked.
17:06We've already covered fulpers and leprechauns, so I bet it'll be a new magical creature.
17:11If only he could teach us how to deal with dementors, she added hopefully.
17:16Yesterday, on the way to Herbology,
17:18I caught a glimpse of one from a distance and felt a chill down my spine.
17:23Professor Lupin probably won't be teaching that,
17:25Kyle shook his head,
17:26but if you're interested, I could show you the Patronus charm.
17:30Is that the spell you used on the train?
17:33Kanna asked.
17:35That's right, Kyle confirmed.
17:37The Patronus charm is considered the most effective way to ward off dementors in the wizarding world.
17:43So, what do you think?
17:46Want to learn it?
17:47Yes.
17:49Kanna answered without a second's hesitation.
17:52Kyle raised an eyebrow.
17:54Then you can call me Professor Kyle, and I'll teach you.
17:58In your dreams.
18:00Kanna huffed, giving him a swift kick to the shin before turning away,
18:04leaving him to follow with a smirk.
18:06The two of them continued on to the defense against the dark arts classroom,
18:10only to find, unexpectedly, that Professor Lupin wasn't there.
18:15Instead, Snape was waiting.
18:18Snape took one look at Kanna's irritated expression and then glanced over at Kyle.
18:24His face darkened immediately, as if a certain realization had just dawned on him.
18:29Kyle quickly suppressed his smile, lowered his head,
18:32and silently entered the classroom under Snape's withering glare.
18:36Kanna followed and sat beside him.
18:39He wasn't sure if it was his imagination, but ever since she sat down,
18:43Kyle felt a distinct chill at the back of his neck.
18:46Thankfully, the bell rang shortly afterward, signaling the start of class.
18:51Snape strode to the front of the class, turned to face everyone,
18:55and in his usual chilly tone announced,
18:57Unfortunately, Professor Lupin is unwell today and cannot attend class,
19:02so I will be taking over.
19:04What's wrong with him, someone asked, sounding concerned.
19:08Raise your hand when you want to speak in class, Ravenclaw lose five points.
19:14Snape shot the student a cold glare, which immediately silenced the entire class.
19:18Nothing life-threatening, he added with a faintly regretful tone.
19:24And if anyone speaks without permission again, they'll lose ten points.
19:28The room fell into a tense hush, and even the sound of breathing grew quieter.
19:33Professor Lupin has left no notes on what he's been teaching you.
19:37Snape continued.
19:39I must say, this lack of organization is remarkably amateurish.
19:44Professor Lupin teaches pretty well.
19:46Someone dared to mutter, and a few murmurs of agreement rippled through the students.
19:52That's because you're easily satisfied.
19:55First-year students should be able to handle leprechauns.
19:58That's another ten points deducted from Ravenclaw.
20:02Silence settled over the classroom once more.
20:05We're going to learn something different today.
20:08Snape declared in an unsettlingly calm voice.
20:11Everyone, turn to page 394.
20:16The students exchanged puzzled glances, but under Snape's unyielding gaze, they muttered
20:21quietly to themselves as they opened their textbooks.
20:24Werewolves, announced Snape.
20:27Can anyone tell me how to distinguish a werewolf from an ordinary wolf?
20:31A few students raised their hands.
20:34Miss Prince.
20:35Kanna stood up.
20:38There are a few subtle differences.
20:41A werewolf's muzzle is slightly shorter, and their pupils are smaller.
20:45Very good.
20:47Hufflepuff, ten points.
20:49Snape nodded with satisfaction and continued, werewolves typically appear no different from
20:54ordinary people, except for one distinguishing feature.
20:58Can anyone tell me what that is?
21:00More hands went up, and Snape pointed to Cho.
21:03Werewolves only transformed during a full moon.
21:08Incomplete.
21:09Snape waved her off dismissively, giving no sign of adding extra credit.
21:14In fact, they're also weakened a few days before and after the full moon.
21:19Why are you all sitting there?
21:21Write this down.
21:23The students scrambled to grab their quills and parchments, and a flurry of rustling filled
21:28the room.
21:28Now, turn to page 395, where you'll find a more detailed explanation.
21:35For the rest of the lesson, Snape asked no further questions.
21:40Instead, he instructed the students to sit silently and copy down notes on werewolves from
21:44the textbook, while he paced back and forth between the desks, making sure each student
21:49was writing enough.
21:50It was as though they had traveled back two years, to when lessons often involved filling
21:55pages with copied notes.
21:58Finally, the bell rang, signaling the end of class, but Snape didn't release them immediately.
22:04I want each of you to write an essay on how to identify and kill a werewolf.
22:09Two full rolls of parchment, due Monday morning.
22:12The students left the classroom as quickly as they could, with Kyle leading the way.
22:17He had spent the entire class trying to minimize his presence, remaining silent to avoid drawing
22:23any attention from Snape, who seemed especially menacing today.
22:27Once they were clear of Snape's range, the students began murmuring about the class.
22:33My god, two rolls of parchment, Mikkel complained.
22:37That's enough to cover my defense against the dark arts homework five times over.
22:42Even in transfiguration, it would be enough for three essays, Ryan groaned.
22:47I really hope Professor Lupin recovers soon so we don't have to write this.
22:52Kyle didn't join in on the complaints but quickly descended the stairs.
22:56It wasn't until he reached the common room, and the barrel door behind him closed with a
23:00soft creak, that the uncomfortable prickling sensation in his neck finally faded.
23:06Hogwarts.
23:07I am such a model wizard.
23:09Chapter 374 A new team in early October, the Quidditch season loomed closer, and Cedric had been
23:16noticeably more nervous than usual.
23:19Everywhere he went, he clutched a notebook, scribbling furiously.
23:24Even his reading material had shifted from books like the development and change of medieval
23:28charms to a detailed explanation of 100 Quidditch tactics.
23:31When Harris was captain, the team never lost a match, he'd say, almost to himself.
23:38I've got to keep the Quidditch cup in Hufflepuff.
23:42On the second weekend of October, Kyle had hoped to sleep in.
23:46But early in the morning, Cedric burst into his room, dragging him out of bed and all the
23:51way to the great hall without giving him a chance to protest.
23:54Training, Kyle.
23:55You've already missed three sessions.
23:59As they ate their beef sandwiches, Cedric gave him a stern look.
24:04And don't tell me you've got something else going on again this time.
24:08Err, no, I don't think so, Kyle replied, trying to sound sincere under Cedric's disapproving
24:14gaze.
24:15The truth was that, until recently, Kyle had been preoccupied with something else.
24:20The mandrakes he'd planted in the room of requirement had finally started to show signs
24:25of activity, a clear indication they were about to mature.
24:29Although it was a few months later than expected, they were finally ready.
24:34Kyle had been going to the room of requirement constantly to monitor them, ensuring everything
24:38went smoothly.
24:40He'd even skipped training and cut his breaks short during class, constantly busy.
24:45Fortunately, his dedication had paid off.
24:48Every mandrake had reached full maturity, their cries now powerful and healthy.
24:54Although Kyle had worn earplugs the whole time, the vigor of their cries and their appearance
24:58confirmed it.
25:00You're sure you're okay?
25:02Cedric asked, casting him a skeptical glance.
25:06Positive.
25:07Kyle replied, nodding firmly.
25:10The venomous tentacula he was also tending to would still need some time to fully recover,
25:15probably not until the end of the year, but that was still far off.
25:20Meanwhile, now that Cedric was team captain, missing too many practices in a row was starting
25:25to seem unreasonable.
25:27If anyone got the wrong impression, they might think he was ignoring Cedric's leadership,
25:31and Kyle didn't want that kind of reputation.
25:35After becoming team captain, Cedric had taken on responsibility for recruiting new players,
25:40organizing training plans, and developing game strategies.
25:43With his hands full, he had left most of it up to Cedric.
25:48That's for the best, Cedric said, taking a sip of pumpkin juice.
25:53The competition is coming up soon, so no matter how busy you are, you'll need to attend training
25:58regularly.
25:59At the very least, you should meet the new players, we have four this time.
26:04With seven players on a team, having four newcomers would understandably make Cedric nervous.
26:09Cedric's eyes narrowed slightly, but after a moment's hesitation, he explained.
26:39Our seventh-year beater, Wright, wants to join the Aurors after graduation.
26:45But his grades are barely making the cut, and Quidditch practice takes up too much of
26:50his time.
26:51Just yesterday, he submitted his resignation.
26:55Yesterday.
26:56Kyle frowned.
26:57It's so close to the season.
27:00Do you think Madame Hooch will let us replace him?
27:03She agreed, Cedric replied.
27:07Graduation is approaching, and a lot of students are torn between Quidditch and their studies.
27:12In cases like Wright's, where students don't want to delay their future plans, seventh years
27:17are allowed to withdraw, even right before the final match.
27:21Kyle nodded.
27:22He hadn't realized that was possible.
27:26So, have you found someone to replace him, he asked.
27:30I have a few candidates in mind, Cedric said thoughtfully.
27:34I think your roommate, Mikel, would be a good fit.
27:38Mikel?
27:39Kyle echoed, a little surprised.
27:41Yes, Cedric said.
27:45Remember back in second year, when he carried a bludger halfway across the pitch?
27:49That takes serious arm strength.
27:52I think he'd make a natural beater, with a bit of training, of course.
27:57They called Mikel, who had just finished breakfast, along with two other students, and all headed
28:02to the Quidditch pitch.
28:04But as soon as they arrived, they spotted another group on the field, dressed in red robes
28:09and carrying broomsticks.
28:11Cedric?
28:12Oliver Wood strode over.
28:15Isn't your training session scheduled for the afternoon?
28:18It is, Cedric replied, but Madame Hooch granted a special permission to use the pitch today
28:24to select new players.
28:26New players?
28:27But it's all ready.
28:29Oliver began, then realization struck him.
28:33Your seventh-year beater?
28:35Yes, Cedric confirmed.
28:37He decided to quit so he'd have more time to study, so we need to find a new beater as
28:42soon as possible.
28:44Sorry, looks like you'll have to reschedule.
28:47Oliver's face betrayed a flicker of a grin, though he quickly suppressed it.
28:51That's perfectly fine.
28:54Obviously, this is more important, he said, acting unbothered by the setback.
29:00I bet Oliver's heart is singing right now, Fred whispered to Harry as they walked off.
29:05He's always seen Hufflepuff as our biggest threat.
29:09But they're in trouble this year, George pointed out.
29:12Three of their seniors graduated, and now Wright quit.
29:15So that means.
29:18Harry thought it through.
29:20The Hufflepuff team we're up against this year is mostly inexperienced.
29:25You got it.
29:26Fred said with a grin.
29:28Oliver, overhearing, turned back to the group.
29:32For us, this is the best opportunity we'll get.
29:36Hufflepuff's glory days are over, we can absolutely take the Quidditch cup back this time.
29:41Clenching his fists, he added, ever since Harry joined, I thought winning the Quidditch cup was a certainty, but things didn't go as planned.
29:50This is our last chance.
29:52As a seventh year, this was Wood's final season, and he desperately wanted to leave with a victory to his name.
29:59Watching the Gryffinders leave the pitch, Kyle muttered, I bet Gryffinders positively gloating right now.
30:06But they're wrong if they think we can't replace experienced players.
30:09They've got one thing wrong, Cedric added with a grin.
30:14New players don't mean weak players.
30:17Experience will come as they play.
30:19And.
30:20He glanced at Kyle, we still have Hogwarts best chaser.
30:25Well, you're not wrong there, Kyle replied with a grin, without a hint of modesty.
30:31Cedric was certainly proving himself to be a fitting captain.
30:34At the very least, he had excellent judgment.
30:38Hogwarts.
30:39I am such a model wizard.
30:42Chapter 375 A long-awaited visiting day by lunchtime, the new beater had been chosen Mikel.
30:49He had a solid understanding of Quidditch rules and good flying technique, having studied the game in depth.
30:55These qualities helped him secure the spot, and Cedric promptly decided he would take Wright's place as Hufflepuff's new beater.
31:03When Ryan heard the news, he turned green with envy.
31:07He had tried out for the keeper position but ultimately lost to a fifth-year student due to a slightly slower reaction time.
31:13Meanwhile, Mikel was ecstatic, immediately offering to buy lunch for the whole team in the Great Hall.
31:20After their first team practice, Kyle returned to the Hufflepuff common room, seeking the comfort of a warm armchair by the fireplace.
31:28The rain had started after midday, and despite his warming badge, the October chill seeped through, making the cozy fire especially inviting.
31:37The common room buzzed with excited chatter, the noise almost overwhelming.
31:41What's all this about, he asked Kanna, who was seated nearby, completing star charts for her astronomy class.
31:49First weekend to Hogsmeade, Kanna replied, pointing to a notice posted on the board.
31:55It's scheduled for the end of October, the night before Halloween.
31:59Perfect, said Cedric, squeezing past.
32:03I'm heading to Dervish and Banja's for a broom handling kit.
32:07Mine isn't turning as smoothly as it used to.
32:09Kyle was pleased, too.
32:13A trip to Hogsmeade was one of the few outings Hogwarts students had to look forward to.
32:18Although he knew of secret passageways to Hogsmeade and had snuck there several times with Fred and George,
32:24he'd been more cautious since Professor McGonagall caught them at the three broomsticks last time.
32:29And this year, sneaking around was even riskier with Dementors stationed at the school.
32:33Thankfully, under Dumbledore's orders, the Dementors kept mostly to Hogwarts entrances,
32:39but things were different in Hogsmeade, especially with reports of Sirius Blacks sighted nearby.
32:46Shopkeepers had even complained in the Daily Prophet, demanding the ministry control the Dementors and stop them from drifting into shops.
32:52But it had little effect.
32:56The ministry was indifferent, and Dementors didn't read newspapers.
33:00Encountering one while sneaking around Hogsmeade was far worse than getting caught by a professor.
33:06The next day, the students' excitement for the Hogsmeade visit was evident.
33:10In Herbology class, everyone chattered about their plans,
33:14and Professor Sprout had to dock two students' points to bring the class back to focus.
33:19I know you're all eager to visit Honeydukes, Professor Sprout said sternly,
33:23but our lesson today is just as important.
33:26Remember, Belladonna is a dangerous and poisonous plant,
33:30and you must handle its pollen with caution,
33:32unless, of course, you prefer to spend Halloween in the hospital wing.
33:36Now, put on your protective gloves.
33:40Professor Sprout's warning had the desired effect.
33:44Hearing the word, poisonous, made everyone more cautious,
33:47and they hurried to grab the gloves on the table.
33:50Professor Sprout watched them with satisfaction.
33:54Unbeknownst to the students,
33:55the plants they handled in the greenhouse were rarely at their most dangerous.
34:00For example, the mandrake plants they'd worked with last year were still juveniles,
34:04once they matured and their cries became lethal,
34:07Professor Sprout moved them to a separate greenhouse off-limits to students.
34:11The same was true for the Belladonna flowers they worked with now.
34:15While still yellow, their pollen could only cause a mild itch if touched.
34:20But once they turned purple,
34:22even a small amount of contact with pollen would mean more than a brief stint in the hospital wing,
34:27it might delay their release until Christmas.
34:29But there was no need for the students to worry about that just yet.
34:34They could learn about the full risks after they'd returned from their Hogsmeade trip.
34:39After herbology class, Kyle headed back to the castle,
34:42where he ran into a downcast Harry near the entrance hall.
34:46Harry was walking with his head lowered,
34:48so distracted he nearly knocked over a suit of armor.
34:50Hey, kid, watch where you're going, a portrait shouted from above.
34:56That's my favorite armor.
34:58Harry didn't respond, just turned and continued walking toward the Great Hall.
35:03What's wrong with him?
35:05Kyle asked, noting Harry's mood.
35:08No one signed his permission form, explained Hermione, who was walking beside him.
35:14Professor McGonagall won't let him go to Hogsmeade.
35:17That's just being inflexible.
35:19Ron burst out.
35:22Professor McGonagall knows his aunt and uncle are muggles,
35:25and they hate anything related to magic.
35:28They'd never sign his permission form.
35:31But if she just gave permission herself, that'd be that.
35:35Professor McGonagall is doing the right thing.
35:38Hermione argued, annoyed.
35:41Let's not forget that Black has already been spotted nearby.
35:44Black isn't stupid, he's not going to go wandering around Hogsmeade, Ron countered.
35:50Oh, only you would think that, snapped Hermione.
35:54Kyle, what do you think?
35:56All eyes turned to Kyle, Harry's included, his expression hopeful yet resigned.
36:02Kyle felt caught off guard.
36:04Wasn't this about Harry?
36:05How did this suddenly shift to him?
36:09He thought for a moment before replying, I think Hermione has a point.
36:14On the day of the Hogsmeade visit, the Dementors will be on standby there, making it easier for them to guard the village.
36:20But if Black does want to try anything, that would be his best chance.
36:25See?
36:27Hermione said, turning to Ron with a satisfied look.
36:31Ron muttered something under his breath, clearly unconvinced, but Harry's expression remained somber.
36:37The fact was, Professor McGonagall had refused his request, and unless Uncle Vernon showed up at Hogwarts to sign his form,
36:45which was obviously impossible, nothing could be done.
36:48Kyle's reasoning gave Harry a small, if bitter, rationale for staying behind.
36:54If Sirius Black was out there looking for him, he would indeed be safer at Hogwarts.
36:59For now, that was the only way he could try to accept it.
37:03Cheer up, there's still the feast, Ron said encouragingly.
37:08The Halloween feast, something to look forward to.
37:11Yeah, that's true, Harry replied, attempting a small smile, though his enthusiasm remained subdued.
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