Harry's standing in Gryffindor suddenly became extremely terrible.
Originally, he had been the hero who had won the Quidditch Cup for Gryffindor in two Quidditch matches, loved by everyone. But now, he had caused them to lose so many points at once—along with two other foolish first-year students.
"I think his earlier lucky victories went to his head. They made him arrogant and reckless, only thinking about showing off. And now look at this—so many points lost."
More than one student said that. Nearly all the Gryffindors thought so. Harry suddenly became the target of everyone's anger, receiving dirty looks wherever he went.
Even some Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff students did not look kindly upon him—because they had originally hoped that Slytherin's six-year streak of winning the House Cup would be broken this year. Even if it was not their own House, it would still have been better than Slytherin winning seven times in a row. But now—that hope was gone too!
By association, people did not look favorably on Eliana either. Everyone suddenly developed excellent memories and dug up old grievances, recalling how she had always lost the House points here and there, and how she had inexplicably lost twenty points all at once not long ago.
As a result, whenever they went anywhere—as long as there were people around—others would point at them and make insulting remarks loudly enough for everyone to hear.
Naturally, no one spoke to them anymore. Even during Quidditch practice, the other team members ignored Harry.
Harry was deeply hurt. The smile on his face had nearly vanished, and he became much quieter. Neville and Hermione were the same.
Hermione in particular no longer made herself conspicuous in class or rushed to answer the professors' questions. She simply lowered her head and studied silently.
Ron