"Don't you think this style is similar to someone we know?" Betty couldn't help but interjected.
"Someone we know?" Ron thought for a moment, then suddenly slapped his thigh and exclaimed, "-Fuck! Hagrid!"
"No way!" Even though we have a good relationship, Hermione doesn't agree with Hagrid teaching the Care of Magical Creatures class. Because his magical creatures are really magical.
"It's over, Harry - we will be killed by the fire dragon!" Ron grabbed Harry who was meditating next to him and shook him hard.
"Huh? - Hey! Hey! Calm down~Ron" Harry came to his senses and quickly broke away.
"So you should think about how to deal with Hagrid, and don't quarrel all day long." Ivy leaned back and said leisurely.
After his interruption, the carriage became much quieter. It didn't take long before it stopped in front of the castle gate. But as soon as it got off, it started again.
"Potter, you fainted, didn't you?" Malfoy lived up to his expectations, firing on all cylinders. "I heard from Neville that you were so frightened by the dementors that you fainted on your seat - right?"
Ivy and Betty walked straight past him without even looking at him. His eardrums had been tortured for long enough today.
Go up the steps along the passage, where Professor McGonagall is waiting.
"Mr. Shafiq, Miss Ethel, and Professor Dumbledore are waiting for you in my office."
"We?" Ivy asked uncertainly
"Yes, I'm pretty sure" Professor McGonagall nodded.
"Okay, thank you, Professor McGonagall"
After saying goodbye to Professor McGonagall, the two came to her office. When they opened the door, Dumbledore was standing in front of the fireplace, staring at the flames.
"Welcome, Mr. Shafiq, Miss Ethel"
"Hello, Professor Dumbledore. May I ask——"
"Can I see your Patronus?" Dumbledore turned around and interrupted his question.
After Ivy thought for a moment, he nodded to Betty.
"Calling Gods and Calling Guards" x2
Silver bulls and peacocks appear in the room
"This-!" Dumbledore was also shocked.
"It's amazing~" he exclaimed
"Principal, what's going on?" Ivy asked.
"Nothing - thank you for cooperating with me, an old man. Now you can go to the banquet." He turned back.
"..."
The two of them were a little confused. But it was obvious that Dumbledore was not prepared to explain, so he could only leave.
On the way back to the banquet hall
"What does Dumbledore mean?" Betty didn't think about it and asked him directly.
"Great people are like this. What they say makes people confused. Maybe it's to confirm that we have the ability to protect Harry, maybe it's something else. Who knows." Ivey didn't understand.
Arriving at the banquet hall, Ivy scanned around and found that Harry and Hermione were not there either. In front of the podium, Professor Flitwick was presiding over the sorting ceremony.
He returned to Hufflepuff and sat down on the long table. He didn't think much about it. Anyway, if Dumbledore was thinking about him, nothing good would happen.
After Harry and Hermione came back, the professors also sat down. Dumbledore knocked on the goblet.
"bite--"
The harsh sound spread throughout the place, and the restaurant became silent for an instant.
"Welcome back to Hogwarts. And welcome to our first new students."
"Bah bang bang -" applause burst out in the auditorium
"While everyone is still awake, I have a few important things to announce. The first one is very important. Hogwarts has welcomed some dementors, who were sent by the Ministry of Magic to perform official duties. I think everyone knows the reason.
Clearly, this is a protective measure for everyone here."
"They will be stationed at every entrance of the school." At this point, Dumbledore suddenly emphasized his tone. "I must emphasize it clearly! When they are there, no one is allowed to leave the school without permission! You know, any tricks, disguises
Neither tricks nor tricks can deceive the dementors. Not even -" he glanced at the three Harrys, "not even the invisibility cloak."
"Dementors have no mercy, and they don't care about excuses or begging for mercy, so don't give them a reason to hurt you."
This news may be a bit heavy, not to mention the freshmen, the senior students also looked solemn.
"Okay, now let's talk about something pleasant." Dumbledore changed the subject.
"I am very honored to introduce to you the two new teachers who have joined this semester-" He pointed to Professor Lu Ping with a flat finger.
"This is Professor Lupin, who has graciously agreed to fill the Defense Against the Dark Arts vacancy - let's give him a round of applause!"
Bang bang bang——
The applause was not enthusiastic, especially from the Slytherin students. It was just for show.
"Do they have a grudge?" Betty stared at the stage and leaned towards Ivy and asked in a low voice.
On the podium, Snape looked at Lupine with a look that was almost cannibalistic.
"Didn't you hear what Wendy said? They are alumni from the same period. How about their relationship? You can refer to Harry and Malfoy." Ivy knew their relationship well.
"I feel that they are not as good as Harry and Malfoy"
Betty even doubted whether these two people would take out their wands and attack them if they met alone.
"As for the second teacher, before the announcement, I have to tell you with regret that our Care of Magical Creatures teacher, Professor Kettleburn, retired at the end of last semester. His position will be filled by none other than Lu
Bur Hagrid, he has agreed to take up the teaching post as well as being a gamekeeper. Let us welcome him!"
Bang bang bang——
The applause was not as good as Lupin's, but Hagrid still stood up happily and signaled to everyone.
"It's really Hagrid" Betty said as expected.
"It's obvious - others won't be that stupid"
"Okay, all the important things have been said. Now - the banquet officially begins!"
Then, all kinds of delicacies appeared on the table. The students cheered and started to eat happily. It gave people the feeling that all the previous things combined were not as important as the food.
Ivey went even further. He not only ate it himself, but also kept feeding it to Lu Wei under the table.
After the banquet, the two of them didn't stay any longer and followed their prefect back to the Hufflepuff lounge, where they had a good sleep and prepared for the new semester.
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Early the next morning
Ivy and Betty came to the restaurant together. They arrived late because they had a transfiguration class in the morning.
"If I had known, I would have only chosen one course." Seeing the two of them looking leisurely, Ron said with envy.
"I agree with this." Ivey nodded. "To be honest, the subject of divination is all about talent. It doesn't mean how hard you work to become a fortune teller. And the three of you -" Ivey glanced at the three of them.
Please forgive my bluntness, the divination talents of all three of you may be negative."
He was telling the truth. In Ivey's impression, maybe Luna, the talkative one, might have a talent for divination.
"It doesn't matter~" Ron spread his hands, "Just treat it as fun. And that's not what's important. Look at Hermione's class schedule."
"You don't have to look, you can guess it. She must have chosen all the courses," Ivy said casually while eating breakfast.
"That's not the point! Look at her classes! Three of them are at nine o'clock! When did you learn the art of cloning! You are a wizard, not a ninja!" Ron waved his arms exaggeratedly.
Betty took Hermione's class schedule and glanced at it, "You also signed up for Muggle Studies?"
"I think it would be interesting to see Muggles from a wizard's perspective." Hermione was very interested.
"Hermione, even if you are a wizard, your energy is limited. You will tire yourself out very quickly," Betty advised.
"But shouldn't students study? I like studying." Hermione was very puzzled.
"Studying is just a way for you to protect yourself. Don't treat that habit as a hobby." Ivey continued, "Remember the Patronus Charm? If you really like learning, why can't you succeed?"
"Maybe you're right, but I won't be able to change this habit for a while." Hermione is not as stubborn as the other two.
"You don't need to change it. In principle, this habit is not a bad thing. But Hermione, if you feel uninterested in some classes after two classes, don't force yourself. Leave more time for your friends, they are your most precious ones.
Something. Right - Ron"
"Of course! Friends are the most important thing!" Ron patted his chest, "But you have to promise to take good care of your cat."
Hermione was quite touched at first, but after hearing the last sentence, her face darkened, "There's something wrong with your mouse! Crookshanks never treats other mice like this!"
"You're talking nonsense! It's your cat's problem!"
...
By the lake, Ivy and Betty were strolling hand in hand. Best was rarely seen strolling on the grass behind, while Lu Wei was much wilder, rolling around like crazy.
Just now in the restaurant, Ron and Hermione had an argument, and the two ran away. Taking advantage of the relatively free time this semester, the two planned to visit various attractions in Hogwarts.
"Days like this are so rare." Betty enjoyed this leisurely atmosphere. Like Irene, she was a gifted wizard, but she didn't actually like to study. Most of the reason she worked so hard was because of Ivy.
"I'll take a break this semester. I've worked hard on you some time ago." Ivey didn't feel guilty. After all, it's only natural for a wife to help her husband. But a little apology is still necessary.
"It's nothing hard. Besides, at this time, you don't just want to talk to me about this~" Betty is not a little girl, she knows what should be done.
"Hey - let's talk about some adult things." Ivy hugged her, "You are almost fourteen years old, right?"
Ivey admired her slender figure. Compared with three years ago, her body had grown much longer, and her figure also highlighted her curves, and she began to gradually develop into a young girl.
"What a beautiful idea~" Betty smiled and punched him.
"Let's go, it's time for transfiguration class." After saying that, she snapped her fingers, and Best returned to her shoulders.
"Let's go - follow, Lu Wei."
Climbing up the tower, I met a trio struggling to climb the stairs.
"How do you feel about your first divination class?" Ivy asked.
"Huh - not good, Professor Trelawney said I'm going to die." Harry slumped on the armrest, looking like he was suffering from kidney failure.
"Congratulations," Ivey said gloatingly.
"Seriously, I really need to consider your suggestion. This divination class is too outrageous." Hermione said in a bad tone.
"It's only the first class, don't jump to conclusions so early," Betty advised her instead.
"Haha, it will probably be just as annoying after a few more sessions." Hermione looked very annoyed.