The news that Klein Grindelwald was going to study under Master Newt Scamander (on a field trip) to prepare for the First Trial spread throughout Hogwarts before long.
Krum and Fleur were anxious, but there was nothing they could do about it.
What could they do?
First, they had no connections and couldn't get help from a master like Newt Scamander.
Second, they didn't have the ability to aim so high—their heavy coursework was already driving them both crazy!
"Remember, you need to use your superb flying skills to deal with any trouble.
Even against flying magical creatures, as long as you're fast enough, you'll be invincible."
In the classroom specially assigned to Durmstrang, Karkaroff lectured Krum with a grave expression.
But he went on and on, saying nothing but a bunch of useless nonsense.
The more Krum listened, the more his heart sank.
So I'm just supposed to wing it, then?
At the thought, he couldn't help but envy Klein Grindelwald from the bottom of his heart.
Having a Great Wizard like Dumbledore as a mentor must make things easy.
"Krum?"
Seeing his prized student lose focus during the lesson, Karkaroff scowled in displeasure.
Krum snapped back to attention and hurriedly put on a serious expression.
"Headmaster, I was just thinking about how to improve my flying skills."
"Good. Think hard and practice often. You need to put your ideas into practice."
At that, Karkaroff's expression softened a little.
He looked up at the sky outside the window and decided to let Krum off the hook for now.
"All right, go back and think it over. There's still time."
After a pause, he patted Krum on the shoulder.
"If I hear anything, you'll be the first to know."
Thanks to his position on the judging panel, he naturally had