Ginny Gives Up

The Sorting Hat, an ordinary and somewhat rustic hat, only makes its appearance once a year, so it deliberately dawdles around, trying to create drama for itself.

But there were only so many students, and Snape was standing to the side, staring at it with dead fish eyes.

Urged on by Snape, the Sorting Hat trembled for a moment, then quickly and listlessly completed its "master's" task and was dragged away by the professor.

Dumbledore raised his hand, signaling everyone to eat first, so they could listen to his ramblings after they had filled their stomachs.

A large amount of food was then placed on the table.

The Peeves has indeed had an impact; there's noticeably less food available than before.

Several ghosts gathered together and decided to expel him from the ghost ranks.

Judging from the implication, it's probably similar to being stripped of one's citizenship.

Amidst laughter and cheerful conversation, the dinner party quickly came to an end, Dumbledore stood up again.

"Alright, while the delicious food is still fermenting in your stomachs, I ask everyone to be quiet for a moment and listen to me talk about some things to note for the new semester."

The students quieted down and looked at Dumbledore expectantly.

Everyone hoped that the principal could talk about the You-Know-Who, just like at the Last Supper the previous school year.

Rita's report was eye-catching, but it focused on details of the cemetery; they were more interested in hearing about the current situation.

But the principal was really talking about things to note for the new semester, and didn't mention Voldemort at all.

"First-year students should all know that the Forbidden Forest is off-limits. Some of our upperclassmen should know that too."

He gave the twins, Cedric and Cho, a stern look.

Finally, he looked at William.

"Unless it is urgent and accompanied, entry into the Forbidden Forest is strictly prohibited."

Qiu whispered, "Does Fluffy count? It must be starving lately."

After Hagrid left, his little darlings were all left to fend for themselves.

Fluffy is no exception.

In these situations, William and the others would help feed them.

William wasn't thinking about Fluffy; he sensed something unusual in the principal's words.

If there is no accompaniment... Dumbledore is definitely referring to William's accompaniment; the twins and others are prohibited from entering the Forbidden Forest.

The last time the headmaster made such a request was two years ago, when the Thunderbird settled in the Forbidden Forest and attacked young wizards everywhere.

So, has anything changed recently regarding the Forbidden Forest?

Are they Centaur tribe?

William hadn't received any messages from Ronan and Fire Kiss for a long time; something might have happened to the Centaur Tribe.

Could it be that Ronan and his companions were buying and selling wizards' items to other Centaur, and then they were discovered?

This is not impossible.

Dumbledore didn't explain; he continued:

"Mr. Filch, the administrator, asked me, and he also told me that this was the 4869th time, to remind you all:"

Spellcasting in the hallways during breaks, along with many other rules, were listed on a long list posted on the door of Mr. Filch's office.

Everyone must pay attention!

These lists also include many banned prank items, many of which are new inventions from Akali's Mystery Shop.

William employed a feline diplomacy tactic, allowing Tea to continue seducing Mrs. Norris.

And while you're at it, make sure you get along well with its daughter, Miss Alice.

This is the result of such efforts; otherwise, the list of prohibited items would probably have been expanded by two more parchments.

(Tea: I've worried myself sick over this family!)

However, the more schools prohibit it, the more students will buy it as long as there are channels to do so.

This is a rebellious mentality; these young wizards are all going through a rebellious phase of adolescence.

Dumbledore raised his hand, signaling for everyone to be quiet, and continued his introduction:

This year, there have been two changes in our teaching staff.

I am delighted to welcome Professor Grubbly-Plank back; she will continue to teach your Care of Magical Creatures.

A round of enthusiastic applause filled the Great Hall; many were relieved that Hagrid was finally gone.

Especially the fifth-grade students.

I heard that the pass rate for the O.W.L. Exam for protecting Fantastic Beasts has fallen below all previous records.

Now that we have a new teacher, things should be much better.

Harry angrily crushed Ron's Xiao Yuan.

That was food Ron left behind on the train, intended as a midnight snack; the sauce was sprayed everywhere.

"Hagrid? Where did he go?! Dumbledore can't do this..."

"Brother, didn't William just say that Hagrid has his own mission?" Ron was still staring longingly at his bread.

Harry's frustration returned. What mission was there that he couldn't know?

I haven't seen Sirius either, not even this summer.

The question is... it's about carrying out a mission!

Harry felt he had the right to know where his the Godfather was and whether he was in danger.

He then recalled being quarantined during the summer vacation, receiving no information whatsoever, all because Dumbledore was deliberately hiding it from him.

A surge of intense anger welled up inside him; he felt that no one could understand how he was feeling at that moment.

Harry stared intently at Dumbledore, but the headmaster ignored him and continued:

"Our Professor Moody has decided to go back to retirement, and I've once again written 'GG' in the newspaper."

I don't know if you guys have noticed.

Anyway, it's so hard to find teachers for the Defence Against Dark Magic position; nobody's applying, even after I raised the salary...

The students laughed.

"Have you tried Vienna?" Fred shouted.

"Yes, weren't you attending the International Confederation of Wizards there during the summer vacation?" George chimed in.

"Oh dear, I forgot..." Dumbledore kind smile.

"The wizards over there probably have no idea that this position will be so fraught with hardship."

I should have been typing "GG" over there...

Everyone laughed even harder.

Snape scoffed. He could teach without pay... but Old Ka back on my background check, saying I was a Death Eaters and not suitable to teach this.

Dumbledore waited until everyone had finished laughing before continuing:

"In short, I am very grateful to Minister for Magic Fudge for helping us find a new professor."

I know everyone is curious about where this professor is.

But she didn't show up today because she's still serving her labor in Azkaban.

The students initially burst into laughter, thinking the principal was joking.

But he stopped laughing halfway through, noticing Dumbledore's serious expression, and then a commotion erupted.

Is... is what Dumbledore said true?

Merlin... Every year, the teachers had serious problems, but these problems were only discovered later.

At least at first glance, the problem wasn't apparent.

Now you're actually starting to find prisoners from Azkaban to make up the numbers?

Judy Crouch was particularly excited; was Professor Tywin about to return?

Many sixth and seventh graders remembered this gentle and refined man.

To be fair, although this professor was a Death Eaters, he was the best teacher they had ever had.

If Tywin were to return, it wouldn't be unacceptable.

Unfortunately, what most people don't know is that Tywin was already finished.

After the principal finished explaining the situation, the dinner party came to an end.

Under the guidance of their Prefect, the students lined up and walked toward their respective colleges.

A commotion arose in the crowd; it turned out that Colin was secretly taking pictures of Harry with his camera when he discovered something.

"Harry, what happened to your neck?"

Harry asked, puzzled, "What's wrong?"

"Hehe, strawberry mark..." Fred leaned closer, a knowing look on his face, and teased:

"Which girl planted this in you?"

The Gryffindor students all looked over curiously.

What? Harry Potter has a girlfriend?

Ginny turned around, squinted at Harry's neck, and also noticed the red hickey.

Her expression was cold and aloof; it was unclear what she was thinking.

"This..." Harry touched his neck, he was about to say that Ron did it, but immediately shut up.

If this were to be said, wouldn't everyone think that his relationship with Ron was inappropriate?

But Ron had already explained, "I left it there. I dried it on the train."

Everyone responded with an "oh," and looked at the two of them with knowing glances.

Ginny's mouth gaped open, her expression dim, and her eyes unfocused. Anne caught her just in time, preventing her from falling.

Ginny had thought about Cho Chang, Harry had a crush on, about attending the ball together with Parvati, and even about Pansy... but she never expected Ron to suddenly appear out of nowhere!

I actually lost to my brother... Ron?!

Ginny found it hard to accept; in what way was she not better than Ron?

Harry doesn't like her?

Okay, okay... life is peaceful.

If the two are truly in love, Ginny may not offer her blessings, but she will still call Harry" sister-in-law."

Tomorrow, she's going on a date with Michael Corner... to forget her unrequited love for Harry.

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