"They've been hogging it lately!"
Katrina, who was rushing to finish her homework in the library, did not forget to complain to Albert about the Defense Association constantly occupying the Room of Requirement.
As Christmas drew nearer, Katrina became increasingly busy. Not only did she have to deal with a mountain of holiday homework, but she also had to lead the prefects in helping the professors decorate the castle.
Recently, she had dearly wanted to stay in the Room of Requirement and do her homework in peace instead of constantly being disturbed.
She truly did not know why the Head Girl had so much to do. She suspected that she was this busy because the guy beside her often slacked off.
Of course, part of the reason was that Umbridge was still in the hospital. The professors all hoped to have a pleasant Christmas; otherwise, they would probably have just gone through the motions.
"They don't have much time left."
Albert kept his eyes on his notebook and said calmly, "Once Umbridge recovers and leaves the hospital, Hogwarts School will probably be in turmoil again."
"I wouldn't be so sure. Who knows whether Umbridge might fall ill and be hospitalized again?" Katrina glanced at Albert beside her and continued, "Oh, right. I'm planning to stay at school for Christmas. I can finish my holiday homework while I'm at it, and also..."
"Isabelle wants you to come home for Christmas," Albert interrupted.
"I've already signed the list of students staying at school," Katrina reminded him with a curl of her lip.
Honestly, she had no interest in making herself unwelcome.
"It's only a small matter. Just talk to Professor McGonagall." Albert could actually guess why Katrina did not want to go back for Christmas, but he still reminded her, "Mrs. McDougal