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Another peaceful term came to an end. Before the students went home for the holidays, Yinsen had already contacted Dumbledore to inform the Headmaster about the personnel changes on his side next year.

Logan would not be returning next year. Scáthach and he might stay at the school for another year, while Rin Tohsaka and Leah would need to be entrusted to Dumbledore's care. Illya, meanwhile, would not decide what she wanted to do in the future until next year.

Hogwarts operated as a full-year boarding school, and Yinsen saw no problem with leaving Leah, Rin Tohsaka, and even Illya, who might continue studying until graduation, here.

They could adjust the Time Flow Rate slightly, or even synchronize it directly. During the holidays, Illya and the others could return to the Moon Goddess, then go back to school when the break ended and remain there for the entire academic year. There was nothing to worry about.

As for how they would explain Logan's departure to outsiders? There was no need to say anything specifically. Dumbledore knew perfectly well how to handle it.

What concerned him was another piece of news Yinsen had revealed.

"You won't be coming back after next year?"

"I've gathered nearly all the knowledge here. There doesn't seem to be any reason for me to keep hanging around... Unless you want to issue me some kind of Graduation Certificate?"

"I would very much look forward to that day."

The Order of the Phoenix's preparations had been proceeding smoothly, and its members' morale was high. They were all holding back their energy, waiting to give Voldemort a surprise next year.

The current situation looked excellent, and Dumbledore's mood had improved considerably. Unlike some time ago, he was no longer constantly troubled by Voldemort and the Wizarding World, unable