After hearing the name Cedric Diggory, Seraphina Piqueri's expression changed subtly, relaxing a little more than before.
As Hogwarts was the host, when Dumbledore announced that Cedric Diggory had become Hogwarts' Champion, the students' applause was also the loudest.
The Hufflepuff students in particular gave their most enthusiastic applause, as if they were clapping and stamping with all their strength, their palms already red from the force.
Cedric Diggory stood up. There was clear joy on his face, but a trace of confusion flashed through his eyes as he instinctively looked toward the Ravenclaw table.
The students seated at the Ravenclaw table also sensed that something was off. One after another, they turned to look at Vizet, and began discussing it among themselves.
"Something's wrong..." Anthony frowned tightly. "Why wasn't it Vizet's name?"
Michael asked curiously, "Is there some rule to it?"
"It just feels wrong..." Anthony pursed his lips. "How do I put it... Think about it yourself. Who was each school's first Champion?"
"Fleur Delacour!" Michael said at once, then brought up another name. "And Viktor Krum..."
"Exactly!" Anthony nodded. "I don't know much about Uagadou's Champion, but I do know a bit about Ilvermorny..."
"At the very least, I know the surname 'Graves' isn't simple. The Graves Family has plenty of talented people. For example, the current Magical Congress President comes from the Graves Family."
"The current Magical Congress President... comes from the Graves Family?" Michael understood. "So you're saying... the order of the Champions should be based on strength?"
"At least that's what I think... Cedric is indeed excellent... but..." Anthony trailed off, finally putting on an expression that said, "You should understand."
"Let's see..." Michael shrugged. "Maybe the second Champion will be Vizet?"
As if responding to part of the students' expectations, the flames