Chapter 16: If you can't beat it, join in

Kyle has always wondered what Hogwarts' newborn boat is moving on.

He had always thought it was magic, but now he was a little skeptical.

Kyle had been observing for a long time, but had never found any trace of magic on the boat.

And Hagrid, a half-blood giant who was nearly four meters tall, was much heavier than the four first-year wizards by all means, but the draught of his boat was exactly the same as that of other small boats, which was obviously abnormal.

Of course, it could be that the boats were inflicted with some higher-level and covert magic, or that they were simply some kind of alchemical item, but Kyle prefers to believe that something is holding the boat under the lake.

"The giant squid?"

He poked his head out and looked under the water, but the visibility of the Black Lagoon at night was so low that he could see nothing but his own reflection.

……

Soon, the boat left the tunnel and docked in a place that resembled an underground dock.

The group disembarked and followed Hagrid up a cobblestone ground to a flat, damp meadow beneath Hogwarts Castle.

After that, everyone walked up the stone steps to a large oak door.

"Welcome to Hogwarts."

With that, Hagrid turned and raised his huge fist and struck the castle gate three times.

The door opened.

An older cat in an emerald green robe...... Ahem, the black-haired witch is standing in front of the gate.

I have to admit that some people come out with a mute aura, just like the head teacher who appears at the back door and window of the classroom, and anyone who sees it will subconsciously shut up.

The same goes for Professor McGonagall.

As soon as she appeared, the noisy chatter around her suddenly stopped.

Even Hagrid became a lot more reserved, and said solemnly, "The first-year student has arrived, Professor McGonagall." ”

"Thank you, Hagrid, leave it to me."

Professor McGonagall glanced at the group, then opened the door and ushered them into the castle.

The stone walls around the castle were full of blazing torches, and a wave of heat rushed to the face, dispelling the cold outside, and also reassuring many young wizards who were shivering from the cold.

To their right was a closed door, and Kyle could clearly hear the buzz inside.

Professor McGonagall did not stop there, however, and led them to an empty room at the other end of the hall.

"First of all, welcome to Hogwarts."

As the crowd surveyed their surroundings, Professor McGonagall expertly uttered the opening remarks of the year.

"The opening feast is about to begin, but before you get to the Great Hall and take your seats, first decide which house you are going to, the Sorting House is an important ceremony, because during your time in school, the House is like your home at Hogwarts......"

Despite knowing everything about it, Kyle listens very carefully.

If you don't take it seriously, who let him stand in the first row, right under Professor McGonagall's nose, if he deserts at this time, then his life at Hogwarts will not be easy.

In addition, this is a famous scene, and there is only one chance, and Kyle naturally does not want to miss it.

By this time, Professor McGonagall had finished talking about the House Cup and began to introduce the four houses.

They are Ah ...... Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw and Slytherin.

Or a little simpler, reckless, foodie, scholar, pureblood.

When he said this, the little wizards around him all listened very carefully, their eyes were full of yearning, and from time to time they would glance in the direction of the auditorium, as if they were eager to rush in the next second.

It can be seen that this is what they are looking forward to the most.

……

"In a few minutes, the sorting ceremony will be held in front of all the teachers and students of the school. I suggest that you keep yourself in order and look refreshed while you wait. ”

"I'll pick you up when it's ready." Professor McGonagall gave everyone one last look, "Please be quiet while you wait. ”

It has to be said that Professor McGonagall's last sentence was a bit redundant, and when she left the room, the surrounding mute mode was instantly lifted.

A group of young wizards gathered together and excitedly discussed what might happen next.

"How are we going to divide the house, do you choose it yourself?" A little witch asked nervously.

This is the most important concern for everyone.

"Maybe it's going to be some kind of test, like Smetting Middle School." A young Muggle-born wizard turned his head to look at his companion and said loudly, "I was already accepted to Smetin High School when I received the letter from Hogwarts, but I chose this place anyway...... I mean, Professor McGonagall convinced my mom that she was going to insist that I go to Smetting. ”

It's a bragging notch, but unfortunately it doesn't work out well.

After all, everyone is concerned about the Sorting House now, who cares about Smetin Middle School, and there are some people here who don't even know what Smetin Middle School is.

"I think it's up to the deans to pick their students." Someone swore by it, "Ilvermorny is like that, but they use statues." My dad was friends with the director of the Department of International Magical Cooperation at the Ministry of Magic, and he told me about it. ”

This is Daddy's.

However, compared to the previous test, his words were obviously more convincing, and he instantly gained a large number of supporters.

This made him very proud, and he looked up and told people how his father was.

I don't know, I thought his father was the Minister of Magic.

At this moment, Kyle suddenly senses someone tugging at the sleeves of his robe, and turns his head to find Connor looking at him with a nervous expression.

"Kyle, is it really the dean's choice?" Connor said worriedly, "If there is no academy willing to ask me at that time, will I be expelled?" ”

"Don't worry, it won't be." Kyle smiled and said, "If you think about it, Ilvermorny and Hogwarts are two schools, how can they use the same sorting method, it is too unstylish." ”

"That's ......"

Connor breathed a sigh of relief and continued, "Do you know how we are divided?" ”

"Well...... Know. ”

Kyle thought about it for a moment and decided to tell the truth, sneaking into Connor's ear and whispering:

"It's nothing, it's just that everyone is taught an Avada Death Curse, and those who survive will be able to enroll, don't worry, they will definitely not be expelled."

……

Coincidentally, a ghost happened to float in front of them.

Kyle turned his head and waved his hand naturally, "Hello, senior, we're going to split the house soon, I wish us success." ”

Although the ghost couldn't understand what the little wizard was saying, he nodded subconsciously in response when he saw someone greeting him.

Seeing this scene, the light in Connor's eyes disappeared in an instant, and the whole person stood there as if she had lost her soul.