"Oh my God—what are you doing?!"
"Stop it—stop right now!"
"They're Ministry of Magic property!"
"They're Ministry of Magic employees!"
"Kettleburn!!!"
Dolores Umbridge stormed over. She had been hurrying to the Black Lake to inspect for anything that violated the rules, only to witness this infuriating scene: Kettleburn was actually using a Dementor as a teaching aid for the students. This was utter lawlessness.
She quickly untied the rope and released the Dementor.
Professor Kettleburn said unhappily, "It's necessary to teach the students about Dementors and how to cast the Patronus Charm. There are so many Dementors at Hogwarts. If we leave them alone, something will happen sooner or later."
Dolores Umbridge flew into a rage and shrieked, "Kettleburn! Are you questioning the Ministry of Magic's decisions?"
Her eyes shifted as she calmed herself slightly. "Did someone tell you to do this?"
Professor Kettleburn curled his lip. "Of course I wouldn't dare question the Ministry of Magic's decisions, but these are my own ideas. Protecting students is what every teacher should do. It is our duty!"
Dolores Umbridge said in a mocking tone, "Restraining Ministry employees and spouting nonsense during class are more than enough to cost you your job, Professor Kettleburn."
Professor Kettleburn snorted. "Be my guest. I was going to retire anyway."
Ignoring Dolores Umbridge, he turned to the students watching the show. "Don't mind her. Let's continue learning the Patronus Charm."
Dolores Umbridge shot Kettleburn a venomous glare before leaving.
Curfew had been moved much earlier. It was only a little past nine, yet there was no one in the castle corridors.
"Where are we going?" Neville asked.
"Don't know. I just don't want to stay in the dormitory," Ron said.
Students at their age were at the peak of their rebellious phase. The more they