Hogwarts starts with stealing power.

Chapter 324: Hufflepuff is the center of attention, Lin Xia is the guarantee of students

Neville learned from Ron that what they had just encountered were Dementors, the Dementors that were specifically guarding Azkaban.

Neville looked extremely panicked: "Why would they come to the train? We are not prisoners."

Suddenly, his expression was filled with fear: "Could there be some criminals on the train? For example, Sirius Black!"

Lin Xia said calmly: "Don't scare yourself. The professor has already gone to ask about it. We will know soon."

She paused and said, "Besides, we are on the train to Hogwarts. Sirius Black has no grudge against us, so why is he on this train?"

Because we don't know the truth of the matter, this matter seems ridiculous from beginning to end.

During this time, Harry's expression was extremely solemn.

For some reason, he always felt that the Dementor was targeting him specifically.

He was not actually closest to the box door. Draco was closer than him, but why did the Dementors not look for Draco but only for him?

This problem was also noticed by Lin Xia.

She specifically asked Harry: "Harry, do you have anything on you that would attract Dementors?"

The Dementors, the tall, cloaked monsters, appeared so shockingly that many young wizards were frightened and stood still.

Lin Xia was one of the few little wizards who was not scared.

Because even if the Dementors were targeting her, she was confident that she could deal with it, so she saw everything that happened clearly.

Professor Lupin was not frightened by the Dementors either. He obviously saw something, but did not say it.

Harry frowned and shook his head, "I don't know. This is the first time I've seen something this horrible. I never had any impression of it before."

An absurd guess arose in his mind: Could it be that these Dementors were hired by his uncle's family to kill him?

Maybe he wanted to use this method to prevent him from going to Hogwarts?
Harry discovered that every time the school term started at Hogwarts, he would encounter various setbacks. The last time school was about to start, Dobby tried every means to stop him.

"What are you doing standing here?"

Suddenly, a hoarse voice was heard, and Professor Lupin had returned.

Neville nervously stepped aside, then walked away nervously without saying hello to the professor.

Lin Xia took the initiative to ask: "Professor, what did the conductor say?"

Lupin shook his head, his brown eyes looked a little gray and melancholy.

"He said he knew nothing. These Dementors appeared suddenly. He did not take photos. He has contacted the Ministry of Magic to find out what is going on."

The train started moving again, and soon after, a flash of light flew to Lupin's side and turned into a letter.

He reached out and tapped the letter gently.

Flashing lights burst onto him, and streams of information rushed into his mind.

Lupin said at this time, his voice sounding a little short of breath and extremely tired.

"We've investigated. The Ministry of Magic said that they sent Dementors to search for Sirius Black who was on the run. The original direction was the other side of the train, but because there were too many happy emotions on the train, the Dementors were attracted to come over to check."

Lin Xia said calmly: "In other words, the Ministry of Magic believes that this was an accident."

Lupin: "It could only be an accident."

Draco's face was stern and his expression was serious: "Even if it was an accident, is it really in compliance with the procedures for the Ministry of Magic to release Dementors to investigate?
I suddenly encountered a Dementor and felt traumatized. I'm going to write to my father and ask him to complain to the Ministry of Magic!

The most annoying thing is that the Dementors are tracking us down. What does it have to do with us little wizards?"

Professor Lupin pulled the brim of his hat and muttered something under his breath, which the others could not hear clearly.

However, Lin Xia, who had been casting the extrasensory spell, heard it clearly. His eyes flashed slightly, and he had a new impression of Professor Lupin.

This professor doesn't seem as quiet and honest as I imagined.

Professor Lupin had said before:

"You'd better really write a letter to complain. It's great to be able to compete with your father!"

Lin Xia agreed deeply.

It's really amazing to be able to live off your parents.

……

For the next short journey, everyone was safe and sound, the Dementors did not appear again, and the young wizard arrived at Hogwarts safely.

"First-year wizard, follow me!"

Hagrid was holding a small lamp, and his tall figure stood out among the crowd. What he said sounded like a loudspeaker turned on several times.

Harry gave up his plan to go talk to Hagrid and followed the prefects of each grade all the way to the Great Hall.

The first thing held was the annual fixed ceremony, where the wizards could choose whether to be sorted by the Sorting Hat or to choose their own house.

I don’t know if the little wizard had received any news in advance, but almost all the students who enrolled chose the sorting hat.

There were only a dozen or so students who looked determined to get into Hufflepuff.

These students looked determined and said to the students who suggested that they use the sorting hat to sort the houses:
"I must go to Hufflepuff. It's the most suitable house for me. The teachers teach students according to their aptitude!"

"The most outstanding and excellent student in Hogwarts is Lin Xia, and she is in Hufflepuff. I must go to Hufflepuff too!"

"If you're going to school, go to the best one!"

……

These words were said without reservation and many people heard them. They all turned their eyes to Lin Xia.

Lin Xia had a calm expression and accepted all the stares.

"Congratulations, Professor Sprout, your college has welcomed a new group of bigots.

Those students are all nobles, I saw several descendants of ancient families, I really don't know why they send their children to Hogwarts."

In the professors' exclusive seats in the front rows of the auditorium, Snape suddenly turned and spoke to Sprout.

Sprout had a big smile on his face and pretended not to hear his sour words.

"They all came here for Lin Xia. This is not my credit. Hufflepuff welcomes all young wizards, whether they are talented or not."

Snape raised his head and said slowly: "But a white swan is a white swan and it can't stay with the ugly duckling forever.

After studying for a while, they will know which college is better. "

Sprout's smile remained unchanged: "Hufflepuff welcomes students who choose their own house, and they can transfer to another house at any time within six months.

They come to school just to learn. As long as they are willing to learn, I believe they will gain something no matter which college they are in.”

The conversation between the two professors was also heard by other professors.

They all turned their eyes to the Hufflepuff table.

There, there was a very shining figure who brought glory to Hufflepuff.

It is obvious that as long as Lin Xia is still studying at Hogwarts, Hufflepuff will be far ahead of other colleges in terms of students.

In the long run, perhaps Hufflepuff will get rid of the title of "mediocrity" and become a place where elites gather.

Some professors were all watching the show and thought: Slytherin has always claimed to be elitist, and all the students it recruits are from the aristocracy.

These students have been exposed to magic since childhood. They started out well and grew up to be excellent.

I just don't know if Hufflepuff can snatch this title from Slytherin. All the professors are looking forward to it.

……

"Lin Xia, another little wizard has come up to you and is specifically looking at you."

Draco sat next to Lin Xia and talked while watching the show.

It's a pity that Ron is not here, otherwise he would definitely be a very good supporter.

Lin Xia picked up the knife and fork, and used the sharp blade to accurately and sharply divide the steak into ten small pieces. Each piece was evenly thick and just enough to eat one in one bite.

She said calmly, "Are you very free? If so, go find Dean Sprout. She looks like she needs help."

This batch of freshmen is really enthusiastic.

During dinner, Dean Sprout came down and was surrounded by enthusiastic freshmen.

Not only the freshmen from this college, but also the freshmen from other colleges gathered together, especially those from Gryffindor, who called him "Professor" one by one in an extremely affectionate manner.

The colleges selected by the Sorting Hat do not allow students to transfer, otherwise Professor McGonagall would be worried.

Draco looked over and noticed that his dean was surrounded by freshmen. After thinking for a while, he decided to keep his mouth shut.

Otherwise, Lin Xia has plenty of ways to get him over there.

"Ding-dong-"

Suddenly, there was a clear and pleasant knocking sound, and Dumbledore at the first seat suddenly appeared and knocked on the glass with a golden spoon.

All the wizards were watching him.

Dumbledore is the Minister of Magic, in charge of the Ministry of Magic. He basically does not stay in the school and only appears occasionally.

But every time he appears, he is full of energy and gives people a feeling of being full of energy.

He had silvery white hair and a beard that were several feet long, wore half-moon glasses, and had a particularly crooked nose.

Harry looked at him in adoration.

People say he is the greatest wizard alive, but that's not why Harry worships him.

It was not until he saw Dumbledore that Harry truly calmed down for the first time since entering the train compartment from the Dementors.

"welcome!"

Dumbledore stood up, the candlelight gleaming on his beard. "Welcome back to Hogwarts! I have a few things to tell you..."

Lin Xia finally heard what she was interested in.

"Our school is currently welcoming several Dementors from Azkaban. They are sent by the Ministry of Magic to perform official duties. I'm sure you already know that they searched the Hogwarts Express."

He paused, his face expressionless, unable to tell whether he was happy or angry.

But Harry always felt that at some point, he and Dumbledore looked into each other's eyes.

Countless thoughts flashed through his mind. Dumbledore is the Minister of Magic. Does he know about this?
If he didn't know, who made the decision?
I have to say, it’s too unbelievable that students would encounter Dementors, and now they are allowing Dementors into Hogwarts, what is the intention?
Dumbledore continued: "They are stationed at every entrance to the school, and I must make it clear that no one is allowed to leave the school without permission when they are there.

No tricks, no guile, no disguise can fool a Dementor - not even an Invisibility Cloak."

Harry and Ron stiffened.

They felt Dumbledore's eyes flickering towards them.

"It is not in the nature of Dementors to understand excuses or pleas for mercy, so I remind everyone here not to give them any reason to hurt you.

I hope that the prefects of each house and our newly elected Head Boy and Head Girl will ensure that no student comes into conflict with a Dementor."

Percy couldn't help but puff out his chest and look straight ahead with a proud look, as if it was an honor to be singled out for praise.

Harry didn't look at Ron. Ron's expression at this moment should be one of envy, and he didn't hide it at all.

He subconsciously looked at George and Fred. The two twins took out a magic camera in a funny way and took pictures of Percy with malicious expressions on their faces.

Harry turned his head and looked at Lin Xia and Draco who were standing across a long table.

The Hufflepuff dining table was golden in color, making every decoration sparkle with gold. In this glow, Lin Xia and Draco stood out as if they had their own lighting.

Harry saw them immediately.

They were as calm as ever, as if what the principal said was a very normal thing.

Harry suddenly felt envious.

He envied them for being able to remain calm in the face of adversity, while he was frightened to the point of his heart skipping a beat by a Dementor.

"Well, let's talk about something pleasant."

Dumbledore smiled and said, "I am pleased to welcome two new teachers to Hogwarts, first of all Professor Lupin, who has kindly agreed to join as the professor of Defense Against the Dark Arts."

There was a sparse and cold sound in the auditorium.

None of the young wizards knew Professor Lupin, and only a few of them, including Harry and the others who were with Professor Lupin, were applauding.

Lin Xia also applauded.

After she clapped, a little wizard immediately followed suit, leading other little wizards to applaud as well.

After a while, the auditorium was filled with thunderous applause.

Dumbledore looked at this scene with great satisfaction. It seemed that everyone was very satisfied with the new teacher.

What he could be sure of was that Lupin's teaching level was absolutely reliable.

Lupin was even awarded as the outstanding student of Hogwarts back then!

"Look at Snape's expression." Ron whispered into Harry's ear.

Snape is the Potions teacher, but last semester he fought against Professor Lockhart and showed everyone how powerful he is. He is fully capable of being the Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher.

I heard that, Harry just heard that.

Snape had been applying for this position, but was rejected repeatedly by Dumbledore, as if he was worried that this would increase his burden and affect the quality of teaching.

But the Weasley twins said that Dumbledore didn't trust Snape, so he wouldn't let him take on the role.

Moreover, the professor of Defense Against the Dark Arts is a cursed profession. Every professor who holds this position will get into trouble, and Dumbledore didn't want anything to happen to Snape.

Harry looked over and saw Snape's cold and arrogant face twitching violently. He was very familiar with this expression.

This was the expression on Snape's face every time he laid eyes on him.

"As for the second new professor."

Dumbledore waited for the applause to subside before continuing, "I regret to inform you that our Care of Magical Creatures teacher, Professor Kettleburn, retired at the end of last semester...

I am pleased to announce that his position will be filled by none other than Rubeus Hagrid, who has agreed to accept the teaching post in addition to his duties as gamekeeper."

The students were surprised and looked at Hagrid who stood up and applauded.

Draco asked in confusion, "I know Hagrid has a strong affinity for magical creatures, but his academic qualifications are not good enough. He was expelled from Hogwarts before!"

Lin Xia said, "But it turns out that incident had nothing to do with Hagrid, didn't it?"

Lin Xia looked at Hagrid, whose face was flushed red, his eyes lowered, looking at his own big hands, a big smile hidden under his messy and tangled black beard.

She said seriously: "Some people's talents can surpass everything."

(End of this chapter)