Chapter 19: The Triwizard Tournament

"The Triwizard Tournament was founded about seven hundred years ago and is a kind of friendship competition between the three largest schools of magic and magic in Europe. The three schools www.biquge.info Pen ~ Fun ~ Pavilion are: Hogwarts, Beauxbatons, and Durmstrang. Each school selects a champion, and then three warriors compete in three magical projects. Held every five years, the Triwizard Tournament is hosted by the three schools in turn, and it is agreed that it is a great way for young wizards from different countries to forge friendships - but later, the death toll is so high that the Triwizard Tournament is interrupted. ”

"The death toll?" Hermione whispered, looking around in dismay. But most of the students in the auditorium weren't as nervous as she was, and many were excited. Harry was also anxious to hear the specifics of the Triwizard Tournament, and he wasn't interested in those who had died more than a hundred years ago.

"Over the centuries, people have tried to revive the tournament several times," Dumbledore continued, "but none of them have been successful. However, we, the Department of International Magical Cooperation and the Department of Magical Sports at the Ministry of Magic, believe that the time is ripe for another attempt. We've done a lot of work this summer to make sure every warrior doesn't put their lives in danger.

"In October, the principals of Beauxbatons and Durmstrang will come with their carefully selected contenders, and the ceremony to select the champions will take place on Halloween. An impartial referee will decide which students are most qualified to compete for the Triumph Cup, win honours for their school, and personally receive a prize of 1,000 Galleons. ”

"I want to participate!" Fred Weasley whispered in a low voice over the table, his face lit up with excitement at the thought of the possibility of such an honor and fortune. It seems that he is not the only one who fantasizes about becoming a Hogwarts Warrior like him. At the tables in each house, there were people discussing enthusiastically, or looking at Dumbledore feverishly, or whispering excitedly to their neighbors. But Dumbledore spoke again, and the Great Hall fell silent again.

"I know you're all eager to win Triwizard trophies for Hogwarts," he said, "but the participating schools and the Ministry of Magic agree that there is an age limit for this year's contenders. Only students who are at least seventeen years of age - that is, over seventeen years of age - are allowed to register for consideration. We felt," Dumbledore raised his voice slightly, as some of the Weasley twins suddenly became angry in protest after hearing his words, "this measure is necessary, because the project of the tournament is still arduous and dangerous, and no matter how much precautions we take, it is impossible for students below the sixth or seventh year to deal with it." I myself will ensure that no student of sufficient age will deceive our impartial referees into becoming Hogwarts warriors. His blue eyes gleamed meaningfully as his gaze swept over Fred and George's rebellious faces, "Therefore, if you are under the age of seventeen, I beg that you do not waste your time in making your application."

"The Beauxbatons and Durmstrang delegations will arrive in October and will spend most of the school year with us. I know that you will all be warm and friendly during our foreign dignitaries here, and that you will wholeheartedly support Hogwarts Warriors once they are chosen. Well, it's not early, and it's important that you walk into class tomorrow morning feeling refreshed and clear-headed. Go to bed! Come on! ”

Dumbledore sat down and turned to talk to Moody the Mad-Eye. The cafeteria clicked and ping-pong, and the students stood up and flocked to the two open doors and into the foyer.

"They can't do that!" Beard didn't rush to the door with the crowd, but stood there glaring at Dumbledore angrily and said, "Owen is so strong, why don't you let him give it a try?" ”

"They can't stop you from participating," Bartlett said stubbornly, glaring angrily at the guest of honor, "Owen's performance over the past few years is obvious to all, and he has accomplished many amazing things!" ”

"yes," Jenkins said, a trance-like look on his face, "yes, and a thousand Galleons......

"Let's go," Stilwell said, "and if you don't go, we'll be left here." ”

As Sei-che and his roommates begin to walk towards the foyer, Bartlett and Beard are arguing about what Dumbledore will do to prevent students under the age of seventeen from participating in the tournament.

"Who will be the impartial referee who judges who the Warriors are?" Jenkins asked.

"I don't know," said Beard, "but he's the one we're going to deceive." I think a drop or two of age-boosters will do the trick, Joe ......"

"But Dumbledore knows you're not old enough." Stilwell said.

"yes, but it's not up to him to decide who becomes a warrior, right?" "It sounds to me that the referee just knows who wants to participate, and he picks the best one from each school, and he doesn't care how old they are." Dumbledore is trying to stop you from signing up, Owen. ”

"But a lot of people died!" Jenkins said in a worried tone. At this point, they passed through a door hidden behind a tapestry and went up a narrower staircase.

"Owen is so strong, how could he be afraid of those challenges?" Joe spoke at this point.

When I returned to the lounge, someone approached Xingzhe and asked him if he would cook this semester.

After receiving Xingzhe's affirmative reply, they all showed happy expressions, which is naturally the best, and the people of Ravenclaw have generally gained some weight, all thanks to Xingzhe.

While lying in bed, Xingzhe thought to himself.

"Triwizard Tournament.... So, did anyone sneak into Hogwarts? Will he let Harry play? If yes... Shall I do the same? ”

The next morning, the storm had subsided, but the ceiling of the auditorium was still cloudy. While Xingzhe was eating breakfast and studying the class schedule for this semester, large clouds of blue-gray were tumbling overhead. At the other tables, many students in adjacent seats were discussing what magical spells they could use to make them older, and then fool around and participate in the Triwizard Tournament.

"Obviously, quite a few third and fourth graders want to participate." Beard said.

"But Dumbledore's attitude last night was already very obvious, the Triwizard Tournament is not allowed for people below the sixth or seventh year to participate..."Xingzhe saw that after the night, his roommates were worried about him, and he was a little unbearable.

After all, there is really no challenge in that game, especially the underwater level, and it is annoying to have important people stay underwater.

(To be continued.) )