allendalepharm 080 The Anti-Dark Magic League Gathering
080 The Anti-Dark Magic League Gathering
Deng Xiaoping never hesitated to use his influence to help others.
To help Lockhart finish writing the book as soon as possible, they not only provided him with information that only he knew, but also decided to mobilize the school's teachers to participate in the "Hogwarts Chamber of Secrets Adventure" project, so that Lockhart would have more time.
He is extremely decisive and efficient once he makes a decision.
During breakfast in the Great Hall that day, he had already discussed the matter with the deans of the various colleges and delivered a speech to the young wizards.
"At the beginning of the school year, Professor Lockhart told me that he hoped to bring something different to the young wizards at Hogwarts."
"He did it. We are so pleased to find that his unique and interesting 'fairytale romantic adventure' approach has greatly improved the skills of many young wizards in Defense Against the Dark Arts."
"The fairytale-style rehearsal was remarkably effective."
Dumbledore, his hands resting on the outstretched wings of the owl relief on the podium, stood tall and straight, his gaze gentle as he looked at the young wizards below, a smile on his face. "Now, he believes it is time to take it a step further. The fairytale-style exercise will be completed in the second half of this school year under the theme of 'The Great Adventure in the Chamber of Secrets at Hogwarts'."
"I discussed this matter with the deans of the various colleges, and we unanimously agreed to link this year's College Cup with everyone's performance in the adventure activities. Young wizards, go and win the honor that belongs to you!"
The young wizards below cheered; nothing could be more exciting for them than this kind of adventure.
This is exactly what they mean by "edutainment."
Once the young wizards had quieted down again thanks to the prefects' busy work, Dumbledore continued, "I have even more to look forward to regarding this adventure."
As he spoke, he looked earnestly and sincerely at each young yet vibrant face below the stage, his expression becoming increasingly gentle and kind. "I know that everyone is discussing the question of the Chamber of Secrets at Hogwarts, and we have heard many different opinions."
"But that's okay. I hope you can understand that we will always encounter difficulties and unexpected events in life. We never expect that the journey of life will always be smooth sailing."
"What should I do if I encounter a problem?"
Dumbledore gently raised his left hand, which was covered with strange rings. A burst of fire erupted, and the phoenix appeared in his palm. Amid the exclamations of the young wizards, the phoenix flew past them like a flame.
My answer is—
"magic!"
"Little wizards, listen to the voice of magic, heed the call of magic, follow the will of your hearts, and embark on your journey!"
boom!
The phoenix soared into the sky, then suddenly exploded, transforming into countless fireworks that burst across the sky above the auditorium, creating a dazzling display of light and color.
Professor Lockhart, who was about to go on stage to speak, looked resentful.
This old Deng, setting such a high tone, even reciting his own lines, what else can he say on stage?
Was it intentional?
Well, actually he still had some things to say.
Compared to when he first transmigrated and needed to use various flamboyant actions and boastful talk to create the image of a "magic master," he can now walk onto the stage gracefully, simply showing a standard, perfect smile without saying a word, and easily feel everyone's respect and admiration.
All the hard work over the past six months has paid off.
As Rita Skeeter described him in her interview with the Daily Prophet: "Gidderow's acceptance of Albus Dumbledore's invitation to become a professor at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is both a recognition of his abilities and a challenge. We are delighted to find that Gilderow is worthy of the title of professor; he has begun to become increasingly composed and wise, radiating a captivating mature charm."
"Children."
Lockhart looked at everyone with a smile. "Do you remember the first lesson I taught you?"
"I said back then that we should step into the romance of fairy tales, we should go on adventures, and feel the charm of magic..."
"But please remember!"
He was so sincere, looking around at each increasingly familiar face, "Our lives shouldn't be defined; we should pursue and explore the fairytale life that belongs only to us!"
"Then you will find that life and magic have opened up the way for you."
"This is the biggest difference between wizards and Muggles. The magic we possess is not just a means of attack; it cannot be defined merely as an attack method that is more powerful and mysterious than the weapons in the hands of Muggles. Magic is life, magic is existence, magic is everything!"
"It expands the boundaries of life, in every sense of the word, which is what magic means to wizards."
Magic, the ultimate romance in fairy tales.
This doesn't mean that magic actually comes from a fairy tale, but rather that it's a wonderful context in which one can easily experience the wonder of magic.
Lockhart, who was practically a Muggle when he first arrived, benefited from this.
He was not stingy at all and taught everyone very clearly.
This is truly befitting of his position as a professor at a magic school.
Compared to the enthusiasm of the young wizards when Dumbledore was speaking, everyone was now lost in thought.
Hermione Granger was one of them.
She was the first young wizard to ask her idol, Professor Lockhart, about the "true meaning of magic," and now, after half a year of learning from him, she has the answer in her heart.
She did indeed use magic as a wizard's weapon in the past, and sometimes she would compare wizards' magic with Muggle guns. In fact, many wizards from Muggle families would occasionally have such thoughts.
But now Professor Lockhart has given a crystal-clear answer—magic is life, magic is everything.
Hermione suddenly had a moment of profound clarity, clearly realizing the key reason why magic seemed so lifeless in her hands.
The answer is that she never intended for magic to fully enter her life.
This is not as simple as reading wizard newspapers, playing wizard chess, eating chocolate frogs, or wearing wizard robes.
It's hard.
It's also very simple.
Hermione couldn't help but look forward to the next six months of the "Hogwarts Chamber of Secrets Adventure".
Perhaps in the next six months, she will completely step out of her own magical path and her own fairy tale.
……
The school clearly takes the upcoming six months of "Hogwarts Chamber of Secrets Adventure" very seriously, as evidenced by the contents of the parchment that Mr. Filch vigorously hammered into the bulletin board.
It contained a long list of professors.
The professor and assistant professors in charge of Defense Against the Dark Arts:
Professor Gilderoy Lockhart.
Professor Silvanus Keitelburn.
The deans of the four colleges:
Professor Minerva McGonagall.
Professor Severus Snape.
Professor Pomona Sprout.
Professor Felius Frivi.
There is also a long list of professors and teachers, as well as Rupert Hagrid, the hunting ground guard.
Since it's an escape room and adventure, it naturally needs some fun and exciting levels, and the monsters or magical plants in the scene need to be adjusted according to the little wizard's abilities.
Snape even discussed with Professor McGonagall the possibility of using transmutation to transform magical potions into various objects and then adding them in, hoping to improve the young wizards' adaptability.
Professor Kettleburn was also discussing with Hagrid which magical creatures they should invite to the Forbidden Forest to participate in the game.
Professor Flitwick excitedly told Mrs. Hodge, the flight instructor, about the possibility of the young wizards using flying brooms to explore in adventure scenarios.
Of course, the most important thing is the final boss in the secret room.
Lockhart had previously discussed this with Harry and the other members at the Duel Club, and he planned to arrange some dark magical creatures as their final challenge.
It could be a Dementor, a Basilisk, or a Boggart.
This is very interesting.
He was looking forward to the scene where, when he didn't have enough experience to judge what the monster in front of him was, he would laugh out loud at a real Dementor and unleash the "Hilarious Hilarious" spell, which was specifically designed to counter Boggarts.
Emmm...
I hope you don't cry.
Lockhart also needs to take action in order to better collect various dark magic creatures.
To be honest, he might not be able to find basilisks or dementors, but he would be relatively easy to find common dark magic creatures that are required to be dealt with in the regular wizarding exams and the ultimate wizarding exams.
Female ghosts (banshees), vampires, she-devils, werewolves, ini-corpses...
This requires leveraging some personal connections.
On the first day of the Christmas holiday, Lockhart didn't immediately take the young wizards of the Duel Club on an adventure. Instead, he gave them a day off to allow them to adjust their mindset.
He was going to attend a meeting of the Anti-Dark Magic League, a very prestigious international organization.
There are too many of his peers among the members who need dark magic creatures; these are the people he should be looking for.
Fortunately, this year's Anti-Dark Magic League gathering is being held in Hogsmeade Village.
The event was themed "380th Anniversary of the Goblin Rebellion of 1612," and Hogsmeade Village was the historical headquarters of the Goblin Rebellion. Professor Dumbledore was also invited.
Well, Lockhart seriously suspected that Dumbledore, who always seemed so busy, was probably looking for a potential successor to the Defense Against the Dark Arts professorship at this gathering.
This organization is truly full of talented people.
For example, Lyle Lupin, a dark magic creature expert serving the Ministry of Magic. (Remus Lupin's father)