The door to a temporary meeting room on the second floor of Hogwarts was suddenly pushed open. More than a month before term began, the four Heads of House had gathered at the school in advance.
Professor McGonagall, who led the group, wore an exceptionally grim expression. Anyone who knew her could tell that she was in a terrible mood.
"I've just received a letter from the Board of Governors."
Professor McGonagall casually tossed a letter onto the conference table, as though it were nothing more than a useless scrap of paper.
"About the new Headmaster?"
An eerie silence abruptly fell over the room. Ever since Voldemort had completely taken control of the Ministry of Magic, they had known this day would come.
"Who did they choose?"
Professor Sprout was the first to break the silence. She looked uneasily at the letter but ultimately did not reach for it.
"Severus Snape?" Flitwick looked at the letter and asked tentatively. He had heard from Albert that Snape would become the new Headmaster.
"Severus. We should have seen this coming."
Professor Slughorn picked up the letter, opened it, and quickly read its contents before letting out a soft sigh.
Of all the Death Eaters, Snape was undoubtedly the best fit for the role. He had taught at Hogwarts for many years and understood everything about the place, ensuring Voldemort's control over the ancient school.
"Those cowards compromised!" Professor McGonagall said with disgust.
"There was no other way, Minerva," Professor Slughorn soothed her softly. "No one dares defy The Dark Lord now. I—"
"If it weren't for those children, I would have resigned and left Hogwarts long ago."
Professor Sprout was deeply pessimistic. She simply could not imagine what a horrifying place Hogwarts would become under The Dark Lord's control.
"We feel the