Professor McGonagall, Professor Sprout, and Professor Flitwick stood outside the crowd, smiling as they watched the young Wizards making a ruckus.
This was their moment of celebration, and Karl's moment of glory, not to be casually disturbed.
Nina stood beside the Professors, her eyes full of smiles, shimmering with gentle moonlight, gazing at Karl as he rose and fell.
Grandma Tina said Grandpa Newt was a hero who had captured Grindelwald, so Karl, who had now defeated the Dark Wizard, the Basilisk, and the Acromantula, and defended Hogwarts, was also a little hero.
"Meow~"
Milo the Cat-Leopard came to Nina's side and patted her sleeve with his paw.
"Are you going back to rest? You've worked hard tonight."
Nina squatted down and hugged Milo, scratching his chin with her fingers, and immediately heard purring.
Professor McGonagall bent down and rubbed Milo's furry head, "Little one, you saved my life, and Hogwarts will not forget your help. After I consult with Headmaster Dumbledore, I will prepare a big gift for you and your companions."
Professor Flitwick also leaned over, "And me! Milo, we are the best partners. Let's fight side by side again next time."
Milo squinted and rubbed Professor McGonagall's palm, then perked his ears and glanced at Flitwick.
"Meow! Roar! Meow!"
Forget it! This cat is exhausted enough! Remember to lose weight when you go back!
Forget it, no need to lose weight. This cat doesn't want to be ridden into battle by you again, because communicating with you is too difficult!
After Milo finished complaining, he opened the magicbriefcase himself and Drill jumped inside.
Flitwick scratched his head in confusion, "What is Milosaying? Can you translate it for me?"
Nina showed an awkward but polite smile, "Milo said next time! Definitely next time!"
"Ah? Is that right? I feel like Milo said a lot, was it just one sentence?"
"Yes, yes!"
Professor McGonagall and Professor Sprout, who were observing, exchanged a smile. Although they didn't understand the Cat-Leopard's language, his grumbling look didn't seem to be saying anything good.
Noticing that it was almost time, Professor McGonagallgently waved her hand, and Karl, who had been thrown into the air, was pulled by his clothes and floated over.
"Alright! Gentlemen and ladies, I understand your excitement, because just now, everyone united to defeat the enemy and defend Hogwarts.
"But it's very late now, and you should go back to rest. The Professors can handle things here."
"And our hero, Mr. Karl Olonlin, has other matters to attend to."
"Finally," Professor McGonagall smiled gently at everyone, "thank you for everything you have done for Hogwarts."
The young Wizards all straightened their chests, their faces filled with pride.
"You're welcome, Professor, this is what we should do. Hogwarts is our home too."
"Exactly! We will unite and defeat any enemy who wants to invade the school!"
"Do you really not 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. Students from first to fourth year are still inside the Castle and don't know that we have won. Now you can go and tell them this, and bring the students of your respective houses back to their common rooms and dormitories."
"Okay, Professor! We'll go now!"
The young Wizards who received the task responded in unison, then walked towards the Castle while discussing enthusiastically.
"Charlie, why do you look so worried?"
"I wasn't paying attention during the battle just now and accidentally broke my wand. The Unicorn hair is showing."
"Then you can just get a new wand."
"But my family originally wanted me to give this wand to my brother after I graduated and started working."
"Ah? Don't Percy, George, and Fred all have wands? Do they need one in each hand?"
"Not them, I also have a brother named Ron, who will be coming to Hogwarts in September."
"Wow! You have so many family members!"
After Karl landed, he started rubbing his body with a bitter face.
The young Wizards were worried about not catching him and letting him fall to the ground, so they all used full force.
Now Karl was uncomfortable, feeling like his body was bruised all over.
Good heavens!
He was unharmed in a major battle, but got injured during the celebration. Who could he complain to?
"Fire Treasure."
"Yiya!"
Hearing Karl call him, Fire Treasure, who was playing with Fawkes, quickly flew back.
"No—it's nothing, go play."
"Chirp?"
Fire Treasure: (⊙_○)?
Looking at Karl in confusion, unable to understand, he had no choice but to return to Fawkes's side, and the two little ones continued to huddle together.
Actually, Karl wanted Fire Treasure to heal him, but as soon as he opened his mouth, he saw a glowing emerald green light on Nina's hand.
"Where are you injured?"
"Not really injured."
Karl explained the situation, Nina secretly breathed a sigh of relief, then placed her hand on his chest, and the warm feeling quickly dissipated the soreness throughout his body.
"Well done, Karl! You were outstanding tonight! I'm proud of you!"
Professor Flitwick was never stingy with praise for excellent students, and he was very excited, feeling honored.
"That's right, Karl, because of everything you did, Hufflepuff shines once again."
Professor Sprout looked at Karl with satisfaction. After tonight, the young Wizards of Hufflepuff would be even more confident.
"Thank you, Professor, Tha—. Listen—.
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Karl hadn't even finished speaking when his smile froze on his face, because Professor McGonagall's expression was very serious.
His heart skipped a beat. Oh no, who made Professor Cat angry?
"Karl Olonlin, who told you to do such dangerous things? To dare to rush into a group of Acromantulas alone, facing a Basilisk and a Dark Wizard!"
It's over! It was me who caused it!
Karl reflexively stood at attention, suddenly feeling the oppression of being called by his full name by his mother.
Professor McGonagall would be proud of him, but she was more worried about his safety. This was trouble now.
"It was—Headmaster Dumbledore!"
Professor McGonagall directly laughed in anger, "Good, good, good! You two really are one who dares to speak, and one who dares to listen!"
"Now come with me to the Principal's office! I want to ask Albus Dumbledore if he's senile!"
After speaking, Professor McGonagall turned and left.
Professor Flitwick and Professor Sprout hurriedly winked at Karl: Hurry up and follow! Don't make her angry again!
When a mother lion protecting her cubs gets angry, it's not something ordinary people can bear.
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, "What are you still waiting for? Don't look, they can't help you."
Nina, Flitwick, and Sprout all nodded in unison: It's not that we don't want to help you, we truly can't!
"Coming! Coming!"
Karl quickly chased after her, silently praying in his heart.
Headmaster Dumbledore!
You have to hold on!
Don't let me down!