After the dinner, Kyle glanced at Chris and Diana's previous positions, intentionally or unintentionally...... It was empty, and they had apparently left early.

After that, all the students went back to their dorms, except for Kyle, who remained.

The banquet is only one part of the ceremonial ceremony, and the most important thing is after that.

"Would you like to go for a cup of tea together?" Dumbledore suggested with a smile.

"Of course, I do need something to drink right now."

McPhail nodded, "Seriously, this castle seems to have incredible magic, and my appetite has improved a lot since I got here." ”

He was joking when he said he wanted to go back soon, and Dumbledore couldn't really open his mouth and invite them old fellows to become some kind of Defence Against the Dark Arts professors...... That's the kind of treatment that only young lads have.

"Albus, do you have whiskey, I'd love to have some now."

"How's the flame whiskey, I just received a bottle at Christmas."

"That couldn't be better."

……

On the eighth floor, there was an extra long table and a few soft chairs with backrests.

There are also a variety of drinks on the table, in addition to steaming tea and whiskey, mead, butterbeer, and lemonade.

These are supposed to have been bought by the elves from the Three Broomsticks, and their magic is different from that of wizards, allowing them to use apparition even in castles.

A few people sat down casually, drinking and chatting happily.

And as the protagonist of this time, their topic is naturally indispensable to Kyle.

Although Fudge tried to steer the conversation elsewhere on several occasions, Dumbledore always spotted his intentions and turned the conversation back to Kyle without a trace.

Kyle understood what he meant.

On the way to the eighth floor, Dumbledore had hinted in a voice that only he could hear. It was a rare opportunity to meet famous wizards outside of the school, which helped him a lot to broaden his network.

Kyle understands this.

In the wizarding world, connections are also very important, just like Dumbledore, if he didn't know Nicolamet, how could he borrow such a useful "bait" as the Philosopher's Stone.

There is also the Malfoy family, whose influence is also due to the intricate network of relationships with most people in the Ministry of Magic.

Although this network of relationships is made of gold gallons, the absence of this most important material will burst with a bang.

But it is undeniable that before this net is broken, it can indeed help Malfoy solve a lot of troubles in life or business.

This is also the main reason why he can withstand the identity of a "suspected Death Eater" and still be in the mix.

Other than that, even Mr. Weasley, his position is unremarkable, but most of the people in the Ministry of Magic have a pretty good relationship with him, including some of the directors of various departments.

Examples include Ludo Bagman (Division of Physical Education), Barty Crouch (Division of International Magical Exchange and Cooperation), and Amelia Bones (Division of Law Enforcement).

Chris doesn't count, he's deputy.

And Chris also inadvertently said a few days ago that Mr. Weasley is going to create a new law, which seems to be about the protection of Muggles, as well as the strengthening of the management of dark magic items.

And judging by Chris's tone, it seems that this new bill is about to pass.

If Mr. Weasley really was just an ordinary staff member of the Division for the Prohibition of the Misuse of Muggle Items, with Fudge's personality, it would probably be impossible to even give him a second look, let alone pass the bill he proposed.

As for the McAis, they would also like to get to know Kyle, the youngest member of the Merlin Jazz Band.

The two sides can be said to hit it off and had a very pleasant chat.

With the exception of Fudge and Newt.

Fudge had something else on mind...... In his opinion, Kyle has a lot of potential, but by the time he graduates from Hogwarts, he will almost end his term, and it is difficult for the two to have any intersection.

Therefore, Fudge wants to talk to Mike Field, or Sasya, about his ideals and ambitions to make a good impression on them.

As for Newt, it's much simpler...... He is socially afraid.

It had been twenty years since the last time I was in a room with so many people, so the scene in front of him was a little strange to Newt.

Fortunately, this situation did not last long.

Because it was very late, about half an hour or so, several people ended the conversation.

Newt was the first to leave the principal's office.

McField and Belby didn't move, and Dumbledore had just said that he could arrange for them to stay in the castle for one night, so that they could go and present the Merlin Medal to the other man tomorrow.

The two gladly accepted.

For some reason, Fudge also stayed.

After leaving the headmaster's office, Sacia left for St. Mungo...... She took the initiative to prop up the façade for Kyle this time, and she didn't need to attend the ribbon ceremony tomorrow.

After saying goodbye to her, Kyle finds Newt waiting there at the corner of the stairs.

The two of them came to an empty room next to them, and Kyle said with some surprise. "I didn't expect you to come."

"Didn't you write to me before that you wanted me to help take care of some troublesome little animals?"

Newt sighed, "It just so happened that they sent me an invitation asking if I wanted to come to Hogwarts with me. ”

"So you said yes?"

"Hmm." Newdner nodded, "It's a celebration that you've been awarded the Order of the Merlin, and I should come too, oh, Tina thinks so." ”

"Thanks......" Kyle said heartily.

Newt rarely attends even old friends' gatherings, but today he can be present in an auditorium of hundreds of people...... This is a considerable test for him, a social phobia.

But Newt waved his hand and didn't let Kyle continue:

"So, is the critter you said in your letter sniffing?"

"Those little ones are really naughty, and it's going to take a little patience with them."

"No, not sniffing." Kyle laughs, "The little one is cute, and it's not a hassle at all. ”

"What's that?" Newt was stunned for a moment.

Aside from sniffing, Newt really can't think of any other magical creatures Kyle needs to take care of.

"They were all smuggled in, and I took care of them for a while after I met them...... Forget it, you'd better see for yourself. ”

Kyle pulls out his box, opens it, and places it on the ground.

"But before you go in, you have to be prepared that they may be a little different than you think."

"When you say that, I suddenly look forward to it." Newt laughed and shook his head, but didn't take Kyle's words to heart.

He hasn't seen any magical beasts, so why do you need to be mentally prepared.

(End of chapter)