When Kyle stepped through the school gates, he was greeted by Filch's impatient face.
Because of that cat named Mrs. Norris, Filch had once treated Kyle much better than he treated others, but things changed later... probably after Umbridge came to the school.
She trusted Filch greatly and gave him considerable authority, including but not limited to confiscating items at will and opening packages and letters.
For the first time, Filch had tasted what it was like to hold real power.
After Umbridge left the school, Filch, reduced to his former self, returned to how he had been before—equally loathing every student... and graduate.
"I don't know why the headmaster allowed you to come back," Filch said in that same hateful tone. "But I have to warn you, don't even think about doing anything bad. I'll be watching you..."
Before Filch could finish, however, a huge figure sent him flying.
"Out of the way, you old fool!"
Hagrid came up from behind. Without even using much strength, he knocked Filch flat on the ground with his backside.
"Welcome, Kyle." Hagrid was far more enthusiastic, reaching out with his huge hand to pat Kyle hard on the shoulder. "I never thought I'd see you at school again. Come on, I'll take you to see Dumbledore. He asked me to come pick you up."
"Ah, all right." Kyle pulled his foot out of the damp, soft ground.
Did Hagrid not know how strong he was?
Good lord, those two pats had nearly knocked his Shield Charm out.
Kyle glanced back. Chris had already Apparated away, so quickly it was as though he had been completing some task with no real reward...
Just as he had said, he was only responsible for delivering Kyle to the school. As long as he could account