Professor McGonagall, Professor Sprout, and Professor Flitwick stood outside the crowd, smiling as they watched the Little wizards making a fuss.
This was their moment of celebration, and it was also a moment of glory for Karl, one that should not be disturbed lightly.
Nina stood beside the Professors, her eyes filled with smiles and the gentle moonlight as she watched Karl being tossed up and down.
Grandma Tina said Grandpa Newt was a hero for capturing Grindelwald, so now Karl, who had defeated the Dark Wizard, the Basilisk, and the Acromantula to protect Hogwarts, was also a little hero.
"Awooo~"
Milo the Wampus came to Nina's side and patted her sleeve with his paw.
"Are you going back to rest? You've worked hard tonight."
Nina knelt down to hug Milo and scratched his chin with her finger, immediately eliciting a purr.
Professor McGonagall leaned over to rub Milo's furry head. "Little fellow, you saved my life. Hogwarts will not forget your help. After I consult with Headmaster Dumbledore, I will prepare a grand gift for you and your companions."
Professor Flitwick also leaned in. "And me! Milo, we were the best partners. Let's fight side by side again next time."
Milo squinted his eyes and rubbed against Professor McGonagall's palm, then perked up his ears and shot a glance at Flitwick.
"Meow! Awooo! Meow!"
"Just forget it! This cat is exhausted! Remember to lose weight when you get back!"
"Forget it, don't even bother losing weight. This cat doesn't want to be ridden onto the battlefield by you again because communicating with you is just too difficult!"
After Milo finished his howl, he opened the magical suitcase himself and crawled inside.
Flitwick scratched his head in confusion. "What was Milo saying? Can you translate for me?"
Nina gave an awkward but polite smile. "Milo said next time! Definitely next time!"
"Ah? Is that right? It felt like Milo said a lot. Was it really just one sentence?"
"Yes, yes!"
Watching from the side, Professor McGonagall and Professor Sprout shared a smile. Although they couldn't understand the Wampus's language, that grumbling manner certainly didn't seem like he was saying anything good.
Noticing that it was about time, Professor McGonagall gave a gentle wave of her hand, and Karl, who was still being tossed in the air, was pulled over by his clothes.
"Alright! Ladies and gentlemen, I understand your excitement because just now, everyone united to defeat the enemy and protect Hogwarts."
"But it's very late now, and you should go back to rest. The Professors can handle things here."
"Furthermore, our hero Mr. Karl OLaughlin has other matters to attend to."
"Finally," Professor McGonagall gave everyone a gentle smile, "thank you for everything you've done for Hogwarts."
The Little wizards puffed out their chests, their faces filled with pride.
"You're welcome, Professor. It's what we should do. Hogwarts is our home too."
"That's right! We will unite to defeat any enemy who tries to invade the school!"
"Are you sure you don't need us to stay and help? Everyone has learned the Mending Charm."
Professor McGonagall clapped her hands. "If you want to help, there is indeed one thing. The first to fourth year students are still in the Castle and don't know we've won yet. You can go tell them the news and lead the students of your respective Houses back to their common rooms and dormitories."
"Yes, Professor! We're going now!"
The Little wizards who received the task agreed in unison, then walked toward the Castle while discussing excitedly.
"Charlie, why do you look so miserable?"
"I wasn't paying attention during the battle and accidentally dropped my wand. The unicorn hair is even showing."
"Then just get a new wand."
"But my family originally wanted me to give this wand to my younger brother after I graduate and start working."
"Ah? Don't Percy, George, and Fred all have wands? Do they need one for each hand?"
"It's not them. I have another brother named Ron who's coming to Hogwarts in September."
"Wow! You really have a lot of family members!"
After Karl landed, he began to rub his body with a bitter face.
The Little wizards were worried about failing to catch him and letting him fall, so they had used all their strength.
This made Karl quite uncomfortable; he felt like he was covered in black and blue bruises.
Good grief!
He had emerged from a great battle unscathed, only to be injured during the celebration. Who could he even complain to?
"Fire Treasure."
"Eeya!"
Hearing Karl call its name, Fire Treasure, who was playing with Fawkes, hurried back.
"Uh—it's nothing. Go back to playing."
"Ji?"
Fire Treasure: (⊙_○)?
Looking at Karl in confusion and unable to figure it out, it could only return to Fawkes's side, and the two little creatures huddled together again.
Actually, Karl had wanted Fire Treasure to give him some treatment, but as soon as he spoke, he saw a faint emerald light glowing in Nina's hand.
"Where are you hurt?"
"It's not really an injury."
Once Karl explained the situation, Nina breathed a sigh of relief and placed her hand on his chest. The warm sensation quickly made the soreness throughout his body dissipate.
"Great job, Karl! Your performance tonight was outstanding! I'm proud of you!"
Professor Flitwick was never stingy with praise for excellent students, and he was extremely excited, sharing in the glory.
"That's right, Karl. Because of everything you've done, Hufflepuff shines once again."
Professor Sprout looked at Karl with satisfaction. After tonight, the Little wizards of Hufflepuff would be even more confident.
"Thank you, Professor, thank—. Lis—."
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Before Karl could even finish his sentence, the smile froze on his face because Professor McGonagall's expression was very stern.
His heart skipped a beat. Oh no, who made the cat Professor angry?
"Karl OLaughlin, who allowed you to do something so dangerous? Daring to charge into an Acromantula swarm alone to face a Basilisk and a Dark Wizard!"
Oh no! It turns out it was me!
Karl instinctively snapped to attention, suddenly feeling the pressure of being called by his full name by his mother.
Professor McGonagall would be proud of him, but she was even more worried about his safety. This was going to be trouble.
"It was—Headmaster Dumbledore!"
Professor McGonagall was so angry she laughed. "Fine, fine, fine! You two really are a pair—one who dares to suggest it and one who dares to listen!"
"Now come with me to the Headmasters Office! I want to ask Albus Dumbledore if he's gone senile!"
After saying that, Professor McGonagall turned and left.
Professor Flitwick and Professor Sprout hurriedly winked at Karl: Follow her! Whatever you do, don't make her any angrier!
When a lioness protecting her cub gets angry, it's not something an ordinary person can withstand.
Karl looked at the two of them and Nina with a bitter face, frantically signaling with his eyes: Save me! Save me!
Professor McGonagall stopped in her tracks. "What are you waiting for? Stop looking at them; they can't help you."
Nina, Flitwick, and Sprout all nodded in unison: It's not that we don't want to help, but we're really powerless here!
"Coming! I'm coming!"
Karl hurried to catch up, while silently praying in his heart.
Headmaster Dumbledore!
You have to hold your ground!
Please don't let me down!
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