Chapter 56: Bet with Hagrid
Because of the news in the daily newspaper of the Prophet in the morning, the young wizards were not energetic during the class, and it was difficult for them to settle down and listen carefully to the class.
Especially those young wizards from Muggle families, after they have used the shortest amount of time to make up for the situation about the Winged Demons, they can't help but worry about the safety of their families.
It was one of the most dangerous creatures in the wizarding world that roamed and fed on human brains, if it made its way to the Muggle community......
Thinking of this, their hearts were even more uneasy, and even when they sat in the classroom, their eyes kept staring out the window, hoping that the owl would bring a reply as soon as possible.
In this regard, the professors had no choice but to slow down the pace of teaching and comfort them as much as possible.
It wasn't until the second class in the morning that things got better.
"Cheer up, kids."
In the herbology class, Professor Sprout walked into the greenhouse, looked at the listless little wizard and smiled, "Just now, Mr. Newt Scamander has come forward to issue a statement, saying that he has confirmed that there is no trace of the curled wing demon in the wizarding world or the Muggle world.
So it's likely to have flown somewhere else, and you don't have to worry about the safety of your family. ”
As she spoke, Professor Sprout took out a bulletin that she had treasured for many years, and told everyone about Newt Scamander's achievements.
Kyle notices that some of the briefings are a long time ago, and the oldest one is faded and is credited with his contribution to defeating the Dark Wizard Grindelwald.
There is also a photo of Newt Scamander in which he is young and handsome.
After reading the briefing, the little wizards were immediately relieved.
With the most famous magical beast master in the wizarding world personally coming forward to assure, it should be no problem.
What's more, this person has been a friend of Headmaster Dumbledore for many years, so his credibility is even higher.
By noon, the auditorium was bustling with activity again.
"I can't believe I forgot I had a class in the afternoon." Cedric picked up a potato with the skin on it and said with a disappointed face, "It seems that I can't go with you to Hagrid, it's a pity." ”
The second year has more schoolwork than the first grade, and except for weekends and holidays, it is rare to go without classes for half a day.
"It's just to get some fertilizer from the Moon Worm, what's the pity." Kyle took a bite of his bread and asked, "What, are you going to raise ornamental plants too?" ”
"No, I'm just interested in the Moon Idiot." "I've heard that they do a very complicated dance in the moonlight, and it's amazing, and I haven't seen a real moon creature look like yet," Cedric said. ”
"You may not be able to see the dance." Kyle shrugged his shoulders and said, "That would have to wait until evening, and by then it's long past the castle's curfew time, unless you want to travel at night." ”
"I know," Cedric said, "so I just wanted to see the Moon Worm." ”
"It's still possible." Kyle nodded.
Although they need to sleep during the day, they usually live in caves and can still be seen from the outside.
Provided, of course, that is, if Hagken takes them to the Forbidden Forest.
Kyle put down the pumpkin juice in his hand, "Okay, let's go straight over after eating, it's still more than an hour before class, it should be in time." ”
Cedric's eyes lit up and he said, "Is it okay?" ”
"Of course, there is no appointed time anyway."
At this time, Kyle also noticed that Connor on the side also seemed interested, so he casually asked, "Do you want to go with you?" ”
"Hmm!" Connor hesitated, then nodded.
Professor Torsplaut's blessing, she is now a fan of Newt Scamander, and she is also very curious about the strange magical beasts.
In this way, after lunch, the three of them went to the cabin next to the Forbidden Forest together.
There was no knocking on the door this time, and by the time they got there, Hagrid was watering the pumpkin patch.
After Halloween, all the huge pumpkins in the field were gone, and only a few seedlings were left that had not yet grown.
"To the Forbidden Forest?"
After Kyle made his intentions, Hagrid shook his head again and again, "No, no, no, the little wizard of the first year can't go to the Forbidden Forest, it's too dangerous there." ”
"It's okay, Hagrid."
Kyle smiled and said, "No one at Hogwarts is more familiar with the Forbidden Forest than you, and besides, the Moon Beast lives on the edge of the relatively safe Forbidden Forest, and with you to follow, we will definitely not be in danger." ”
"Even if you say that, I ......"
"By the way, you know a lot about magical beasts, too." Kyle continued, "I'm sure you'll take over as a professor in the Conservation of Magical Creatures class when Professor Kettleburn retires. ”
"Me, being a professor? …… No, you must be kidding, how is that possible, I'm far worse than Professor Kettleburn. ”
Even through his thick beard, Cedric could see the panic on Hagrid's face.
"Okay, but one thing you're right about is that I do know a lot about the good kids in the Forbidden Forest."
Hagrid glanced at the three of them, then put down the kettle in his hand and said, "Come with me, I'll take you to see those moon beasts."
But you must make sure to follow me and not run around, or I will send you out at once, and I will never let you go to the Forbidden Forest again!" ”
"We promise, Professor Hagrid!" The three of them said in unison.
The words "Professor" once again made Hagrid blush.
But soon he thought of something, and his mood suddenly became a little low: "I can't be a professor, don't say that in the future, it's not good for others to hear it." ”
"You have to have a little bit of confidence in yourself."
Kyle stepped forward and patted the back of his hand and said seriously, "Four years at most, you will definitely become a professor." ”
"Impossible." Hagrid shook his head and said, "You don't have to comfort me. ”
He couldn't even use a wand in front of others, so how could he become a professor.
"Why don't we make a bet."
Kyle held out four fingers and said, "If you don't become a professor in four years, I'll find a way to get Newt to agree to keep the dragon with you for two months while Hogwarts is on summer vacation." ”
Hagrid stopped abruptly, turned his head in disbelief, and said, "Mr. Scamander has a dragon there?" ”
"Yes." Kyle nodded: "Because it was too short-tempered, it would indiscriminately attack all the creatures it saw after leaving Newt, so it was returned three times by the Romanian Fire Dragon Sanctuary, and the third time it made it clear that it would refuse."
In addition, its character is not suitable for releasing it back into the wild, so it can only be kept in a box. ”
"I agreed." Hagrid nodded immediately.