The Legend of the Chamber of Secrets

"I think it's unlikely," Professor Kettleburn said loudly, pounding his wooden leg on the floor of the Entrance Courtyard corridor in frustration.

"Why would you even consider doubting those adorable Fantastic Beasts? There are quite a few young wizards in this Entrance Courtyard. No Fantastic Beasts enjoys facing too many humans, just as introverted and reserved people don't like standing in the middle of a crowd."

"Furthermore, judging from the direction Mannis is looking, the only Fantastic Beasts that could be the culprit are flying creatures or those living in the Black Lake. However, the Entrance Courtyard is already within the Hogwarts Castle grounds, so it's more likely that Fantastic Beasts would keep their distance..."

Headmaster Dippet frowned and asked, "Are you sure, Silvanus? You know, aside from certain extraordinary beings among the Fantastic Beasts, it's very difficult for anyone else to traverse space. Because this kind of spatial magic can easily send people to the wrong place, it's better not to use it at all."

After listening to their conversation, Xiwen felt something was amiss, sensing that his over-reliance on the Dimensional Gate had been compromised.

"I'm sure, Armando," Professor Kettleburn said loudly, slamming his cane on the ground with his last remaining arm. "I've thought about it for ages and I still can't figure out what kind of animal could have turned Miss Mannis into this."

After hearing Professor Kettleburn's words, the room immediately fell silent again.

"Wait, what did you mean by 'Chamber of Secrets' and 'stay vigilant'?" Riddle suddenly asked. "Is someone locked in Chamber of Secrets, requiring constant vigilance to prevent any life-threatening situations?"

Xiwen glanced at Riddle, then turned to look at Dumbledore and Headmaster Dippet.

"So our question now is, what exactly is the Chamber of Secrets? And why is it said to stay alert?" He pointed his wand at the blood-red writing on the ground while reciting the General Counter-Spell.

Just like Mannis's body, the writing on the ground remained unchanged.

"Permanent Sticking Charm?" Dumbledore said softly, arms crossed. "I must say, this wizard, or rather, this Fantastic Beasts, who launched the attack, is quite creative."

"Why don't we ask Newt? After all, he's traveled all over the world for so many years, he might have some unique insights," Xiwen said. "We can also ask him how his mission is going and if he needs any help."

Xiwen's suggestion was unanimously approved by everyone.

So he raised his hand and opened a Dimensional Gate, leading to Newt's side, and pulled Newt, who was still unaware of what was happening, over.

After seeing Mannis's miserable state, even the kind-hearted Newt became depressed, his brows furrowing deeply.

"So you mean you suspect the killer is a Fantastic Beasts?" he asked, looking at Xiwen and Dumbledore.

"That's true. After all, even Dumbledore General Counter-Spell couldn't break this magic. It's hard not to suspect that this kind of magic doesn't even belong to the category of wizarding spells," Xiwen said. "But I don't understand why the murderer chose Mannis as his target?"

"Headmaster, Professor, do you know if Mannis has offended anyone, or if he has any special constitution that attracts Fantastic Beasts?"

Dumbledore shook his head.

Headmaster Dippet said helplessly, "Miss Mannis is just a Muggle- born little wizard with mediocre talent. Apart from her love of reading, she should be more like a Hufflepuff. I can't think of anything special about her."

"Wait, you said she comes from Muggle family?" Newt suddenly paused, then asked.

"Yes, is there a problem?" Headmaster Dippet nodded and asked in surprise.

"Let me think... I remember Leta once told me a story, a story about Chamber of Secrets ..." Newt's eyes showed a hint of reminiscence as he slowly began to speak.

The story Newt tells is an ancient legend.

Legend has it that Hogwarts has a Chamber of Secrets, which Salazar Slytherin built before leaving the school and sealed it afterward, so that only he and his successor can open it.

A terrifying monster lives in the Chamber of Secrets, which only the Heir of Slytherin can control. When it is placed in the school, it can "purify the school," eliminating all those whom Slytherin deems unworthy to learn magic.

"The rumor that a monster lives deep within the castle has been around for centuries, but not many people actually believe it," Newt said.

Headmaster Dippet pondered for a moment, then suddenly clapped his hands in sudden realization.

"I remember now," he said, "Many headmasters of Hogwarts, as well as many historians of the Wizarding World, have conducted thorough searches of the school in hopes of finding the Chamber of Secrets, but they have all come up empty-handed." "Because of these failed searches, most people believe the Chamber of Secrets is just a far-fetched legend."

Xiwen paused for a moment, then glanced again at the ground beneath Mannis's feet.

"So the opening of the Chamber of Chamber of Secrets, and the phrase 'enemy of the Inheritors,' both point to the Chamber of Secrets left by Slytherin at Hogwarts, right?" he asked softly. "In other words, the so-called 'purification of the school, eliminating all those whom Slytherin deems unworthy to learn magic' refers to Muggle-born young wizards, right?"

"Now it seems that this guess is indeed quite reasonable." Newt nodded in agreement.

"So now the questions have become two other things: who exactly is the Heir of Slytherin? And what are his true intentions?" Dumbledore nodded and said.

"Alright, it's late enough. The two underage wizards should go back to sleep," Headmaster Dippet interrupted their conversation.

He then turned his gaze to Dumbledore. "Albus, please cast a spell to bring Miss Mannis's body to the Hospital Wing. It would be best if Mrs. Dallaire could find a treatment, but if not, so be it; after all, it's a spell that's close to the Unforgivable Curses."

Xiwen and Riddle politely said goodbye to Headmaster Dippet and turned to walk towards the spiral staircase leading to the castle dungeon.

Riddle remained silent the entire way, seemingly lost in thought.

Xiwen gave him a meaningful look, seemingly lost in thought.