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00:19making clips. Let's go listen. Hogwarts. I am such a model wizard. Chapter 496,
00:27a visitor from afar. A history of magic was the last class of the afternoon,
00:32and with the promise of an early dismissal, everyone was out of their seats the moment the
00:36bell rang, eager to escape the monotony of the lesson. Kyle and Connor made their way back to
00:41the Hufflepuff common room, where they donned their formal cloaks, the same ones they typically wore
00:46only for the Christmas feast. Once ready, they joined the other students gathering in the entrance
00:52hall. Professor Sprout was waiting in front of the great hall, arranging the students in a line
00:58by year, with the first years at the front. Next to her stood Professor McGonagall, who was inspecting
01:04everyone's attire with her usual sharp eye. Weasley, straighten your hat. Finnegan,
01:10button up your cloak. Patil, take that ridiculous thing off your head. Once all the students had
01:17gathered, Professor McGonagall glanced at her watch before leading them out of the castle and
01:22to the front entrance. The moon hung high over the Forbidden Forest, casting a silver glow,
01:28and many younger students stood there shivering, unsure if it was from excitement or the brisk
01:33evening air. Out of the professor's sight, whispers broke out among the crowd as students
01:38speculated about how the Beauxbatons and Durmstrang students might arrive.
01:42I'm betting on apparition, Fred whispered. Just picture it, a whole group of them popping into
01:49the school grounds in an instant. It would be brilliant. I doubt it, Cedric replied, shaking
01:56his head. Apparition is forbidden at Hogwarts. And they can't just stroll through the front gate,
02:02either. I think they'll arrive on broomsticks. Remember, Victor Crum from Durmstrang is a Quidditch
02:10star. Flying in on a broom would be perfect for his image. Do you know how far Durmstrang is from here?
02:17George replied dramatically. Only a fool would ride a broom that far. I'm sticking with apparition.
02:25Maybe Dumbledore's lifted the restriction just for tonight. George's voice had risen slightly,
02:31drawing a sharp look from Professor McGonagall, and he quickly fell silent. If I'm not mistaken.
02:38Dumbledore, standing nearby, exclaimed just then, the representatives from Beauxbatons have arrived.
02:44Kyle looked up and spotted a massive, powder-blue carriage gliding above the Forbidden Forest.
02:51It was impossibly large, like a small house, and was drawn through the sky by a team of twelve
02:57enormous, winged Abraxans. Unlike Hogwarts Thestrals, the Abraxans looked like towering
03:03silver stallions, their size more akin to elephants. With a thundering crash, the carriage landed.
03:10Up close, the Abraxans appeared even more immense. The first rows of students barely came up to the
03:17horse's knees. Then, the carriage door swung open, and a boy in a pale blue uniform hopped out,
03:23unfolding a golden spiral staircase beneath the door. A glossy black high-heeled shoe appeared at the top
03:29of the steps, and Cedric gasped. Oh. By Merlin. He finally understood what Kyle had meant.
03:39Madame Maxime, the headmistress of Beauxbatons, descended from the carriage, towering at an astonishing
03:44height of about three or four meters, one of the few people at Hogwarts who could match Hagrid's stature.
03:51Dumbledore began to applaud, and the students quickly joined in, though some couldn't help staring in awe.
03:56People exchanged glances, wondering if Beauxbatons was filled with similarly massive students.
04:03How would Hogwarts fare in a competition with opponents towering two or three meters high?
04:09To everyone's relief, none of the students who emerged from the carriage matched Madame Maxime's
04:14size. As they exited, one student wrapped in a scarf scanned the Hogwarts students gathered near
04:20the castle entrance, as though searching for someone. Spotting Kyle, she broke into a wide
04:26smile and waved excitedly. Kyle waved back, though surrounded by students in the back rows,
04:32he could only raise his arm as a greeting. You know her.
04:37Conne blinked in surprise.
04:39Emmm, Kyle nodded. Remember that friend I told you about from France?
04:45Conne thought for a moment. The one who sent you those French chocolates?
04:49Yes, that's her, Fleur Delacour, Kyle said. We met at Nicolas Flamel's house.
04:57Madame Maxime hinted back then that Fleur might attend the Triwizard Tournament.
05:02Conne tried to get a better look, but by now, the Beauxbatons students had gathered around
05:07Madame Maxime, blocking her view. Look over at the Black Lake.
05:12Someone suddenly called out, just as the two headmasters were exchanging greetings.
05:18Everyone's gaze shifted to the lake, where the calm surface suddenly erupted with a huge splash.
05:24Something's coming out of it. George muttered, eyes wide.
05:29Looks like Karkaroff's here, too, Dumbledore observed with a smile.
05:34Just in time. Madame Maxime gave a nod.
05:38She had been about to lead her students to the castle to warm up, but with Durmstrang's arrival,
05:44she held off. From the lake, a black mast rose, followed by the outline of a majestic ship breaking
05:50through the water's surface. It looked weathered and spectral, as if it had recently been hauled up
05:56from the depths of a shipwreck, almost like a legendary ghost ship. Yet, it exuded a captivating
06:02charm, and Fred and George were transfixed.
06:05It's incredible, Fred whispered to George.
06:09What do you think about designing the Weasley joke shop to look like a ghost ship?
06:14Ha!
06:15I was thinking the same thing, George replied with a grin.
06:19Oh, look over there, someone shouted, and the crowd stirred with even more excitement.
06:25By Merlin's beard, it's Krum, someone exclaimed eagerly.
06:28As the most famous Quidditch player of his time, Victor Krum had countless admirers among the
06:34students, and he was instantly recognized the moment he stepped off the ship. All eyes turned
06:40to him, and in a commotion, no one seemed to notice the figure leading the way.
06:45Karkaroff, the headmaster of Durmstrang, was tall and thin, with cropped white hair and a pointed
06:50goatee that gave him a shrewd look. Welcome, headmaster Karkaroff, Dumbledore greeted him
06:56warmly, stepping forward. Dumbledore! Karkaroff exclaimed, throwing his arms open for an embrace.
07:05My dear old friend, how are you? Excellent, Dumbledore replied, hugging him back.
07:12Karkaroff then turned to Madame Maxime, offering her a gallant kiss on the hand.
07:16The three headmasters shared a lively conversation for a few moments before Dumbledore led them,
07:22and the assembled students, into the castle. Hogwarts. I am such a model wizard.
07:30Chapter 497, the Goblet of Fire Even after returning to the castle, everyone continued
07:35to glance at Krum, who was standing beside the Durmstrang headmaster. I can't believe it.
07:41I'm actually this close to a legendary player. Kyle heard Lee Jordan exclaim excitedly beside him.
07:49Does anyone have a quill? This would be the perfect time to get an autograph.
07:54Along with Lee, Ron, Seamus, and a group of older students were also searching for someone who might
08:00lend them a quill. No way. George shook his head. Who would carry something like that when they're not
08:07in class? Not us, that's for sure, Fred said with a smile. They were just as thrilled as the others,
08:15though perhaps not quite as fanatical. After parting ways with the Weasley twins,
08:21Kyle made his way to the Hufflepuff table and sat down. He noticed that the students from
08:26Beauxbatons were also approaching after exchanging a few words with Madame Maxime.
08:30Hello, said a little girl, around eleven or twelve, as she ran up to Kyle. She stretched out her neck
08:38and stammered, I remember you, from the match, you saved us. She had a slight accent, and it took
08:45Kyle a moment to understand what she was saying. This is my sister, Gabrielle Delacour, said Fleur as
08:51she walked over at that moment. She looked at Cedric and asked, Hello, may I sit here?
08:58Huh. Cedric glanced between Fleur and Kyle, as if something had just dawned on him, and he nodded
09:04vigorously. Oh, of course, please sit. He quickly shuffled to the side, making room for her.
09:12Thank you, Fleur said with a polite smile. She sat down and removed the scarf covering her head,
09:19revealing long, silvery hair cascading over her shoulders and an impossibly delicate face.
09:25The young wizard sitting across from her flushed a deep red. At that moment, the Hufflepuff table,
09:31which had been bustling with chatter, went silent. Even the glances at Crumb were now split,
09:37with half of them fixed on Fleur. But after a moment of quiet, the chatter resumed, even louder than
09:43before. Kyle felt as though he had stepped into a scene from a legendary wizarding gathering,
09:49listening to grandiose tales of strange and thrilling adventures. For instance,
09:54Mikkel was loudly recounting how he had once ventured alone into the dangerous Forbidden Forest
09:59during his first year to rescue a group of dragons. Of course, this was utterly false.
10:06Hogwarts didn't have any groups of dragons, and even if he had entered the Forbidden Forest as a
10:10first year, Hagrid would have assigned him detention for half a month. But no one seemed to care,
10:16and they eagerly joined in. One claimed he earned a hundred bags of gold per year.
10:22Another said he specialized in hunting dementors. One even boasted he could become the Minister of
10:28Magic as soon as he graduated. The tales grew more outlandish by the minute, and as they shared them,
10:35they would occasionally glance over at Fleur, as if hoping to catch her attention with their stories.
10:40However, Fleur's expression remained entirely unchanged. She had encountered far more outrageous
10:47claims at Beauxbatons and had long since learned to stay unruffled. Fleur looked calmly at Kyle and
10:53continued, Madame Maxime told us that some dark wizards tried to attack Gabriel and the others,
10:58but thanks to you, they escaped unharmed. No, you've got it wrong, Kyle shook his head,
11:05explaining, it was mainly thanks to Mr. Weasley, along with Charlie and Bill.
11:10I only arrived toward the end. But, Fleur replied with a smile, that's not what Mr. Arthur Weasley
11:17told Madame Maxime. He said it was you who helped repel the dark wizards. It was two different situations,
11:25Kyle insisted. By the time I got there, it was already over. If it hadn't been for them,
11:31everyone would have fled before I even arrived, right? Yes, you're right, Fleur nodded.
11:38Are they at the school? If possible, I'd like to thank them in person.
11:44Unfortunately, Mr. Weasley works at the ministry, and Charlie and Bill have already graduated and work
11:49abroad, Kyle replied. A hint of disappointment crossed Fleur's face. But they'll probably come
11:56to watch the tournament. This is the first Triwizard Tournament in a century, no one wants
12:02to miss it. Kyle smiled and added, oh, and let me introduce you. He gestured to Cedric.
12:09This is Cedric Diggory, my friend and a top candidate to be Hogwarts champion.
12:15Champion?
12:16Fleur looked over, extending her hand politely.
12:19Hello, Fleur Delacour. Nice to meet you.
12:25Hello, nice to meet you.
12:27Cedric replied, reaching out to shake her hand, though he barely brushed her fingers.
12:32The one bragging over there is Mikel, my roommate.
12:36He's great, just, sometimes his brain doesn't quite work right, Kyle teased.
12:42Eager to be part of the conversation, Mikel immediately tried to make his way over,
12:46but Kyle quickly pulled him back by the shoulder.
12:50After all, with Fleur being part Vila, he was a bit worried Mikel might get swept up and make
12:55a public scene, or, worse, a spectacle of himself.
13:00This is Ryan, another of my roommates.
13:03And that's Grace, a top chaser and my teammate.
13:06You like Quidditch too?
13:08Fleur asked with interest.
13:11Very much, Kyle said.
13:13I might even join a professional team after I graduate.
13:17Then you'll be even better than Crumb, Fleur said with a smile.
13:21I'll come to cheer you on.
13:24That's just a possibility, Kyle said, waving it off.
13:28However, Fleur's comments seemed to stir some irritation around them.
13:33A few older girls from the Slytherin table were glaring at her resentfully.
13:36The ravenclaws nearby were eyeing her too, though with more jealousy than anger.
13:43Fleur, noticing the attention, gave them an indifferent smile and simply brushed it off.
13:48Once the introductions were nearly complete, Kyle turned to the last person at the table,
13:53Kanna, who was seated a little farther down.
13:56But before he could speak.
13:59Hello, Kanna Prince.
14:00Kanna smiled and extended her hand so quickly that she nearly clipped Kyle's chin.
14:07Fleur looked at the outstretched hand, her expression shifting slightly for the first time,
14:11her usual polite smile softened just a little.
14:15A subtle smile curved her lips as she took Kanna's hand.
14:19Fleur Delacour.
14:21I must say, you are the most beautiful girl I've ever seen.
14:25I should be the one saying that, Kanna replied, a bit embarrassed.
14:29None of the boys have ever said anything like that to me.
14:33It's different.
14:35Fleur shook her head.
14:37She knew that the boys' strange reactions were only because of her Vila heritage.
14:42Hogwarts.
14:43I am such a model wizard.
14:46Chapter 498, the head of department though Kanna and Fleur had only exchanged a few simple words,
14:52their relationship began to blossom at an astonishing rate.
14:55Within minutes, Kyle found himself, quite unceremoniously, nudged out of his seat,
15:02the very seat that every boy at the table had been envying.
15:05Now, he was relegated to sitting with Mikel instead.
15:09As he watched Kanna chatting animatedly with Fleur, Kyle couldn't help but notice a slight shift in Kanna's usual demeanor,
15:16her expression subtly more, affected than usual.
15:19However, Kyle chose to ignore this and kept his head down, focusing on the freshly served steak and the aromatic French fish soup on his plate.
15:29He knew full well that if he dared to make even the faintest comment on the matter, he'd be in for a rather, unpleasant experience.
15:36So, wisely, Kyle decided to simply enjoy the meal.
15:40The French-style dishes were, in fact, quite delicious, and the fish soup reminded him of the one he'd tasted at Nicolas Flamel's home.
15:49Perhaps there were French house elves in the kitchen.
15:52He wondered if he might persuade them to add this dish to the regular menu, it would be a welcome replacement for the usual corn chowder.
15:59Besides the fish soup, the desserts were also intriguing, with several he hadn't seen before.
16:06He had his eye on a delicate French vanilla almond milk pudding, but just as he was about to take it, Kanna slid the plate over to Fleur.
16:14This is for the guests.
16:16I thought you preferred Yorkshire pudding.
16:19Fleur only smiled, graciously accepting the offering without a hint of hesitation.
16:24Alright, best not to argue.
16:26Kyle sighed and picked a different dessert at random.
16:31About twenty minutes later, as the golden plates cleared themselves to a sparkling finish, Dumbledore rose once more, prompting a wave of anticipation and excitement to ripple through the Great Hall.
16:42The moment has finally arrived.
16:45Dumbledore announced cheerfully.
16:47The Triwizard Tournament is about to begin, and I would like to explain a few things before, bang.
16:53The doors to the Great Hall swung open abruptly, and two figures entered, one leading the other.
17:00I hope we're not late, Dumbledore, came a voice that Kyle immediately recognized.
17:05He stared blankly as Chris Chopper, his father, walked in, and he couldn't quite wrap his mind around what was happening.
17:12What a pity you missed a marvelous feast, said Dumbledore with a slight smile.
17:18The French cuisine was exceptional.
17:20Oh, I'm afraid I had no choice, Chris replied ruefully.
17:25The ministry's been in a bit of a frenzy lately.
17:28I was only informed ten minutes ago that I was expected here.
17:31I understand entirely, Dumbledore nodded.
17:36But I'm glad you made it in time for the most important part.
17:40He then turned to address the hall.
17:42Allow me to introduce our two guests, for those who may not know them.
17:47This is Mr. Chris Chopper, director of the Department for the Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures at the Ministry of Magic.
17:55Applause erupted in the Great Hall, led enthusiastically by Fred and George.
17:59Ginny and Ron looked as though they might leap onto the table in excitement.
18:04He's Kyle's dad, Ron explained to Hermione and Harry beside him.
18:09A really easygoing guy.
18:11He remembers everyone's birthday.
18:14He's the only one who ever got me a new set of robes.
18:18Harry nodded, intrigued.
18:20He knew that Kyle's father worked at the ministry, but he hadn't known he held the title of director, a very high-ranking position indeed.
18:27This is Mr. Ludovic Bagman, the director of the Department of Magical Games and Sports, Dumbledore continued.
18:35Meanwhile, Kyle was bursting with questions.
18:39Director.
18:40Had he been promoted?
18:42But that couldn't be right.
18:45Replacing a director at the ministry, especially in the Department of Magical Games and Sports, was a big deal, second only to electing a new minister.
18:53The Daily Prophet would have covered it for sure.
18:57He'd been keeping up with the recent issues and hadn't seen any mention of such a change.
19:02Or maybe Dumbledore was simply introducing him this way to add a sense of dignity.
19:07While Kyle puzzled over it, Dumbledore finished introducing the panel of judges, Chris, Ludo, and the three headmasters, including himself.
19:16At that moment, the side door of the great hall opened, and Filch entered, carrying a large, jewel-encrusted wooden chest that looked ancient.
19:25Every eye was fixed on the box as Filch placed it on a table in front of the guest of honor.
19:30This year's champion competition will consist of three tasks, Dumbledore explained, to be held at different times throughout the school year.
19:39They will test our champions in various areas.
19:42Magical skill, courage, reasoning ability, and, of course, the capacity to overcome danger.
19:50The hall fell silent, everyone seemingly holding their breath.
19:53Dumbledore continued, the one responsible for selecting the champions is an impartial judge, the Goblet of Fire.
20:01With three taps of his wand on the chest, Dumbledore summoned forth a rough-hewn wooden goblet, ablaze with flickering blue and white flames.
20:09Any student who wishes to be a champion may submit their name to the Goblet of Fire,
20:13which will choose the champion it deems most worthy of representing each of the three schools on All Hallows' Eve, tomorrow.
20:20Of course, I mean only those who meet the age requirements.
20:25I will be drawing an age line around the Goblet to prevent younger students from attempting to enter.
20:31Dumbledore's tone grew serious.
20:33Finally, let me remind you that the Triwizard Tournament is no laughing matter.
20:38It comes with deadly risks, and once a name is chosen by the Goblet, the decision is binding.
20:44The champion must see the tournament through to the end.
20:47But rather than dampening spirits, Dumbledore's warning only seemed to spark more excitement.
20:53The crowd grew more animated, with many students already itching to jot down their names and toss them into the Goblet.
21:00This energy persisted until the end of the banquet, when everyone dispersed to their common rooms.
21:06Fleur, deciding to return to the Beauxbatons' carriage for the night, parted ways with Kanna at the entrance to the Great Hall.
21:13Kyle, on the other hand, slipped over to the side entrance of the hall and waited.
21:19After about twenty minutes, Chris finally appeared.
21:23I knew you'd be here, he said, smiling.
21:26Surprised?
21:28Kyle nodded.
21:29Beauxbatons is in France, Durmstrang in Northern Europe, so this really seems like something for the International Magical Cooperation Department.
21:38Yes, it was supposed to be Barty.
21:41Chris paused, but he's in a bit of trouble and couldn't come.
21:45Because of Sirius Black.
21:48Kyle asked.
21:49Exactly, Chris replied.
21:52After Black was acquitted, someone filed a complaint against Crouch, claiming he'd had Black sentenced without a trial twelve years ago.
22:00This was a serious oversight that affected a lot of people.
22:04So, now these individuals have to be investigated to ensure there were no ulterior motives back then.
22:11Until that's resolved, Barty has to remain at the ministry.
22:15Kyle thought it over.
22:16A lot of people.
22:19Then your role as a judge.
22:21Oh, it's just temporary, Chris said, sounding dismissive.
22:26He clearly wasn't eager to discuss ministry affairs and gave only a vague explanation.
22:31Once everything's sorted, I'll hand judging responsibilities back to Barty.
22:36He glanced at his watch.
22:39Sorry, but I've got to get back to the ministry.
22:42I just hope the investigation wraps up quickly.
22:44No one told me being a judge for the Triwizard Tournament would be so hectic.
22:50By Merlin's beard, I've got eight reports to write tonight alone.
22:55With a sigh, Chris hurried off toward the castle.
22:58Hogwarts.
22:59I am such a model wizard.
23:01Chapter 499, the Weasley brother surprise Kyle thought to himself, it's really good news that
23:08Crouch can't come.
23:10At that moment, Dumbledore and Bagman emerged from the side door.
23:14Oh, Kyle, why haven't you gone back to rest yet?
23:19Dumbledore asked with a smile.
23:21As I just mentioned, the Triwizard Tournament is no joke.
23:25I suggest you think it over carefully and come back tomorrow morning.
23:30Then, Albus, I'll be off.
23:33Bagman said, his face drooping.
23:36Working overtime all night, and I don't even know if I'll get any extra pay.
23:40Goodbye, Ludo.
23:42You've worked hard, Dumbledore replied kindly.
23:46Once Bagman left, Kyle turned to head back to the dormitory.
23:51However, after taking a few steps, he suddenly stopped, turned back to Dumbledore, and said,
23:56Professor, I think you should have the professors pay more attention to the Goblet of Fire.
24:02Oh.
24:03Dumbledore looked at him curiously.
24:06Well.
24:07Kyle hesitated.
24:09As you probably know, someone tried to kill Harry during the Quidditch World Cup.
24:14Dumbledore's expression became serious.
24:17What are you getting at?
24:19Kyle elaborated cautiously, well, the person who cast the Dark Mark hasn't been caught yet,
24:24right?
24:26And you've also said that the champion's lives are in constant danger.
24:29Kyle didn't spell it out, but Dumbledore clearly understood his implication.
24:35I will consider your suggestion, Dumbledore said, his tone thoughtful.
24:40However, I don't believe this scenario is very likely.
24:44I was just mentioning it, Professor.
24:47Maybe I'm overthinking things, Kyle said with a shrug.
24:51Still, he couldn't shake the feeling that warning Dumbledore was a wise move,
24:55even though he wasn't entirely sure whether Barty Crouch Jr. had infiltrated Hogwarts yet.
25:01In the distance, the echo of Filch's footsteps could be heard.
25:06Kyle touched the Marauder's map tucked in his pocket,
25:08bade goodnight to the headmaster, and returned to the Hufflepuff common room.
25:13The next day was Saturday, and while most students typically slept in and went to breakfast late,
25:18today was an exception.
25:19Early in the morning, Kyle was jolted awake by his two roommates.
25:25Wake up, Kyle.
25:27Everyone's already gone to the Great Hall.
25:30How can you still be sleeping?
25:32Mikkel exclaimed, pushing open the window.
25:35A blast of cold wind rushed into the room.
25:39Kyle groaned and sat up in bed.
25:41There's no need to hurry.
25:44The champions won't be announced until tonight.
25:47But Mikkel and Ryan weren't interested in listening.
25:50They seemed convinced that submitting their names earlier would somehow increase their chances of being chosen.
25:57Kyle had no choice but to drag himself out of bed,
26:00wrapping a heavy robe around himself to ward off the chill.
26:03When they arrived at the Great Hall, they found dozens of students crowded around,
26:08all eagerly examining the Goblet of Fire, which had been placed in the center of the room.
26:13A thin circle of golden lines had been drawn around the Goblet, creating a radius of about 10 feet.
26:19Kanna stood near the doorway alongside Fleur, Madame Maxime, and Professor Sprout, observing the growing crowd.
26:26This isn't actually allowed, Kyle overheard Madame Maxime say in her deep, authoritative voice.
26:33But Fleur, well, if everyone agrees, I don't see why not.
26:37After the two professors walked away, Kyle approached Kanna, his curiosity peaked.
26:44What were you talking about?
26:46Nothing, Kanna replied with a laugh.
26:50Fleur mentioned that since she's planning to stay here until the end of the school year,
26:54she can't keep living in the carriage.
26:55So, we thought we'd try to let her stay in our dormitory for a while.
27:01We talked about it last night, and everyone agreed.
27:04So, Fleur will be moving into the Hufflepuff dormitory today?
27:09Kyle asked.
27:11And Gabriel, Fleur added with a nod.
27:14But it's not permanent.
27:16They will have to go back to the carriage when the tournament gets closer.
27:20That's Madame Maxime's condition.
27:22Kyle nodded, noting that this tacit approval from the headmistress likely hinted at Fleur's
27:27confidence in becoming Boisbaton's champion.
27:30What about the other Boisbaton students?
27:34Kyle asked.
27:35Won't they mind you living here?
27:38You all came together, after all.
27:41If they care, Fleur said with a nonchalant shrug, they can say something.
27:46Her indifferent attitude left Kyle with nothing more to add.
27:49At that moment, Fred and George came downstairs.
27:54Spotting Fleur, they halted abruptly before adopting a dramatic and exaggeratedly casual walk
27:59toward her.
28:01Good morning, my dear friends, Fred greeted, his tone overly saccharine.
28:06So delightful to see you here, George added, sounding as if you were describing Percy at
28:11work.
28:12Will you behave?
28:14Kyle interjected, visibly unimpressed.
28:16We are behaving, Fred replied, pinning a homemade prefect badge to his chest.
28:23It read, Big Head Boy.
28:25These two are Fred Weasley and George Weasley, Kyle said, introducing them to Fleur.
28:31Weasley?
28:33Fleur blinked, her gaze shifting between the identical boys.
28:37Yes, they're the younger Weasley children, Kyle clarified.
28:40He noticed Fleur's hesitation, as if she wanted to greet them but wasn't sure how.
28:47Oh, you don't need to know much about them, just call them by their names.
28:51They'll help you out if the time comes.
28:54Hey, that's not fair.
28:57Fred objected, frowning.
28:59Exactly.
29:00I'm completely different from him, George chimed in.
29:05Everyone says I'm the better looking one.
29:08Absolute nonsense, they're talking about me, Fred retorted.
29:12The twins launched into a heated argument, grappling at each other's necks as if on the
29:17verge of a full-blown scuffle.
29:19Excuse us for a moment, Kyle muttered to Kanna and Fleur, grabbing Fred and George by their
29:24arms and dragging them out of the great hall.
29:26Once out of sight of Fleur, the twins seemed to snap out of their odd behavior.
29:32No way.
29:34Fred exclaimed, letting go of George and shaking his head.
29:38Kyle, there's something wrong with that girl.
29:41We don't usually act like this, George said, frowning.
29:45But just now, it felt like we had to show off.
29:49It's so familiar.
29:51It's just like.
29:53The Quidditch World Cup, Fred finished.
29:55The Bulgarian mascots, the Vilas.
29:59She's a Vila.
30:01George rasped, his voice hoarse with revelation.
30:05Kyle rolled his eyes.
30:07Don't be ridiculous.
30:09Vilas can't use wands, no matter where they're from.
30:13Then she must be part Vila, George insisted.
30:17This time, Kyle didn't argue.
30:20He simply waved dismissively.
30:22Don't make such a fuss.
30:24If people see you acting like this, they'll think we Hogwarts students are ignorant.
30:30Amazing, Fred murmured, his grin wide with astonishment, his earlier embarrassment forgotten.
30:36George, still intrigued, leaned over to peek back into the hall.
30:41He quickly withdrew, his expression thoughtful.
30:43There's no one like her at Hogwarts, right?
30:47I'd bet she's a shoo-in to become a champion.
30:51Hogwarts.
30:52I am such a model wizard.
30:55Chapter 500, Aging Potion
30:57When the three of them returned to the great hall, Fred and George were notably more cautious.
31:03Having realized Fleur was a Vila descent, the intense, inexplicable attraction they had initially felt seemed to diminish slightly, though not entirely.
31:12Still, they were careful not to linger near Fleur for too long.
31:16After a brief exchange of pleasantries, they quickly found an excuse to leave and joined Lee Jordan, who was standing by the goblet of fire.
31:25Has anyone put their name in yet?
31:27Fred asked.
31:28Not yet, wait, Crumb's here, Lee said, suddenly pointing toward the door.
31:35The Durmstrang students had just arrived, crossing the field and entering the great hall.
31:40Their imposing headmaster led the way, and beside him strode Victor Crumb.
31:45The Hogwarts students surrounding the goblet of fire instinctively moved back, clearing a path and watching in anticipation as the Durmstrang students approached.
31:54A dozen Durmstrang students lined up and, one by one, stepped across the age line.
32:01Each threw their parchment into the goblet of fire, and each time the parchment entered, the blue and white flames inside flared red for a brief moment, accompanied by a faint sputtering noise.
32:12You know.
32:13George leaned closer to Kyle and whispered,
32:16What do you think would happen if the goblet of fire thought someone was, like, really unworthy and just spat their name out?
32:22Maybe crumple it up and toss it right back at their face?
32:27The mental image made Kyle chuckle.
32:30If that happened, the whole school would laugh about it for the rest of the year.
32:34Both of them instinctively glanced at the goblet of fire.
32:38But nothing like that happened.
32:41Each Durmstrang student's parchment was accepted without incident.
32:45Fred looked slightly disappointed.
32:47Probably because they're all old enough, George mused after a moment's thought.
32:52The twins then wandered off, heads together, clearly hatching some sort of plan.
32:58Don't mind them, Kanna said to Fleur.
33:01Do you have your parchment ready?
33:03Yes, Fleur replied, tearing her gaze away from the twins.
33:08But I need to wait for Madame Maxime.
33:11Oh, here she is.
33:12As Fleur spoke, the Beauxbatons delegation entered the Great Hall.
33:18Fleur hurried over to join them, and under Madame Maxime's watchful eye, she and the other Beauxbatons students took turns stepping up to the goblet of fire and placing their slips of parchment into the flames.
33:28Each name caused the same brief flare of red within the goblet.
33:34Fleur seemed reluctant to leave, but Maxime had something to discuss with her.
33:39After a brief pause, Fleur nodded and followed her headmistress out of the hall, leaving the space occupied solely by the Hogwarts students.
33:46Am I late, a familiar voice asked from behind.
33:51Kyle turned to see Cedric Diggory approaching.
33:54As long as it's before evening, you're not late at all, Kyle replied.
33:59Have you written your name yet?
34:01Actually, I did it last night, Cedric said, holding up a neatly trimmed piece of parchment.
34:07Written on it in neat, bold handwriting was, Cedric Diggory, Hogwarts.
34:12Kyle glanced at the slip, recognizing the precise format.
34:17The template had been posted on the common room door for all interested students, making it easy for them to copy it down exactly.
34:25And you?
34:26Are you ready?
34:28Cedric asked Kyle.
34:30We could put our names in together.
34:32Before Kyle could respond, a loud bang echoed through the hall, drawing everyone's attention.
34:38Near the goblet of fire, a figure shot through the air in a wild arc, as though playing with a quaffle, before landing in an ungraceful heap ten feet away.
34:48Ouch!
34:50Ron groaned, rolling on the ground and clutching his arm.
34:53To make matters worse, a scraggly white beard had sprouted from his chin, eliciting a chorus of laughter from the students nearby.
35:00Even Harry, who had rushed over to help Ron up, couldn't suppress his laughter.
35:06I told you so, Hermione said, crossing her arms as she looked down at Ron, who was now covering his face in embarrassment.
35:15Professor Dumbledore would obviously account for things like the aging potion, but you just wouldn't listen.
35:21Harry, feeling a rush of relief, casually slipped a small bottle back into his pocket.
35:26He had hesitated earlier, and now he was glad he hadn't tried his luck, otherwise, he might have been lying on the floor alongside Ron.
35:35It seems age doesn't matter after all, Fred and George chimed in as they appeared, grinning widely.
35:42Their demeanor left no doubt that they had been involved in Ron's mishap.
35:46Ron bought two bottles of aging potion from us last night, Fred explained, clearly delighted.
35:52George smirked.
35:54We figured he'd try to sneak his name in, but we didn't think he'd do it this early.
35:59Although we didn't see the goblet throw his name out.
36:03Ron with a beard is just as good, Fred finished, and the two of them burst into laughter.
36:08When Cho Chang entered the Great Hall shortly after, Cedric seemed to take this as his cue.
36:13Let's go, he said eagerly, turning back to Kyle.
36:18I've been waiting for this, Fred declared, striding toward the goblet of fire.
36:24George, Cedric, Cho, and Kanna followed, with Kyle bringing up the rear.
36:30As they approached, the surrounding students parted to give them room, just as they had for the delegations from Beaux-Battons and Durmstrang earlier.
36:38Fred was the first to step over the age line, his confidence unshaken.
36:42George followed, then Cedric, Cho, and Kanna.
36:47Finally, Kyle crossed the line and tossed his parchment into the goblet of fire, watching as the blue and white flames momentarily flared red.
36:56Cheers erupted from the Hufflepuffs, who were particularly loud in their support of Kyle and Cedric.
37:01Why isn't anyone shouting our names?
37:05George grumbled.
37:06Are all the Griffinders still asleep?
37:08The Griffinders in the hall conspicuously turned their heads, pretending not to hear.
37:14Their loyalty seemed firmly reserved for Angelina Johnson, who had yet to arrive.
37:20Only Lee Jordan showed a bit of solidarity, offering a half-hearted cheer.
37:24However, when Angelina finally walked into the great hall, Lee's enthusiasm escalated dramatically, drawing a roar of applause.
37:34This blatant favoritism left Fred and George fuming.
37:38Traitor!
37:39Fred yelled, chasing after Lee with George close behind.
37:42At that moment, Ron, who had been lying on the floor pretending to be an ostrich, was also pulled to his feet.
37:51Harry was preparing to take him to the hospital wing to see if there was any way to remove the beard that had sprouted on him.
37:57Hermione, trailing behind them, suddenly hesitated.
38:01After a moment's pause, she turned around and started walking toward the goblet of fire.
38:06Harry noticed her movement and called out in alarm,
38:09Ron, wait, Hermione.
38:11You're not thinking of getting a beard too, are you?
38:14This isn't funny, before he could finish, he froze in shock.
38:19His mouth hung open as he watched Hermione step calmly across the age line and confidently drop her name into the goblet of fire.
38:27Ron, staring in disbelief, erupted angrily,
38:30You cheated the age line and didn't even tell us?
38:34What, did you think it was funny watching me make an idiot of myself?
38:37I don't think breaking the rules is funny at all, Hermione replied with a serious expression.
38:44I turned 15 just last month.
38:47What?
38:48Ron blinked, stunned.
38:51He distinctly remembered that Hermione's birthday was on September 19th, while his was in March.
38:57Even he couldn't cross the age line, so how could Hermione?
39:00In fact, Hermione continued evenly,
39:04I'm a year older than both of you.
39:06If I'd been born just 20 days earlier, I'd be in fifth year now.
39:11Harry and Ron exchanged wide-eyed looks.
39:14They had always assumed Hermione was younger than they were.
39:18A flicker of envy crossed Ron's face.
39:21That's brilliant, you can compete in the Triwizard Tournament.
39:24Don't be ridiculous, Hermione said briskly.
39:28I don't think I'll be chosen.
39:31I just didn't want to miss the chance to participate in some way.
39:35Putting my name in the goblet is a way to be part of it, isn't it?
39:39Come on, Harry interjected, trying to steer the conversation back to their immediate concern.
39:45Let's get to the hospital wing.
39:46Hopefully, Madame Pomfrey can get those beards off you before the Halloween feast,
39:52unless you're planning to show up with them.
39:54It wasn't just Hermione, though.
39:57Many students seemed to share her sentiment.
40:00By Saturday, nearly all of the fifth years and above at Hogwarts,
40:04and even a few daring fourth years, had dropped their names into the goblet of fire.
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