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Chapter 412: Why Don’t You Play by the Rules?

Before coming here, Kyle had assumed that Snape's detention assignment would involve handling the usual complex potion ingredients. This was, after all, the most common task assigned during Potions class detentions. The ingredients they used in class—vials of bile, Flobberworm mucus, viper fangs, and so on—nearly all came from these preparation sessions.

To his surprise, however, this time he was actually assisting in brewing a potion, and not just any potion—the rare and challeng...

Chapter 411: Wolfsbane Potion

The topic in the third-year Defense Against the Dark Arts class was vampires—a subject Kyle had already studied the previous year. Though Lockhart had proven unreliable, at least the information in his book wasn’t entirely inaccurate.

Besides Lockhart’s dazzling smile, a weapon of charm that was practically a mass destruction device, the book did contain a few effective ways to deal with those creatures of the night.

“Garlic gives off a smell that vampires hate, kind of li...

Chapter 410: Detention

Because he had lost the slip of paper with the passwords, Professor McGonagall banned Neville from going to Hogsmeade again. Perhaps she feared he might lose something else… She’d long suspected that Sirius Black had been in Hogsmeade when he’d found Neville’s misplaced password list.

So, when the next Hogsmeade visit rolled around, Neville watched the others leave the castle happily before silently turning and heading back up the stairs. Neville didn’t complain, though. He ac...

Chapter 409: Sir Cadogan, Keeper of the Password

Just as Mikel had anticipated, by nightfall, a lively celebration was underway in the Hufflepuff common room, carrying on late into the night.

At one point, Ratton flew out of a window with a suitcase clutched in his claws, and when he returned, it was brimming with Honeydukes sweets in place of the gold coins it had held. This sent the atmosphere soaring to new heights of excitement. Kyle was certain their laughter must have been echoing all the way to the kitchen next door, as the Hou...

Chapter 104: Union

After clearing the last mountain tribe village around Tumbleton, Lynd returned to Tumbleton to rest. A few days later, he headed to the area east of The Roseroad, stretching as far as the Blueburn River, determined to spend several months eliminating the bandits and hill tribes still roaming the region.

With the wildling tribes, mountain tribes, and bandits within Tumbleton's territory finally eradicated, the task of clearing bandits from the area north of Bitterbridge would be complete...

Chapter 103: The Marvelous Journey of Willas

Although Willas did not say so explicitly, Lynd could sense that the enemy he referred to further north was the White Walkers.

Lynd was certain that, just half a year ago, Willas had no knowledge of the White Walkers' existence. Yet now, armed with this new awareness, Willas was resolutely pursuing his original plan to construct a fortress at the strategically critical Blackwater Rush. It was clear to Lynd that Willas was deeply unnerved by the ominous threat the White Walkers posed. 2025-01-25 13:20:40 +0000 UTC View Post

Chapter 408: The Fake Dementor

In the midst of the chaos, all the players finally returned to the ground.

Gryffindor had technically won, but none of them wore smiles as they watched the Hufflepuffs, who were celebrating as if it were Christmas. The score gap hadn’t widened as they’d hoped—they were still 190 points behind Hufflepuff overall. In the standings, nothing had changed.

Meanwhile, the Hufflepuff team, despite their nominal loss, was jubilant.

"You really did it!" Cho exclaimed, bouncing w...

Chapter 407: Four Protecting One

Harry turned to Cedric, who had clearly heard Wood’s remark.

“Wood’s got a point…” Cedric said with a grin. “But come on, then!”

For a moment, Harry thought Wood must have lost his mind in anger. Most Seekers were small and quick, but Cedric was tall and solidly built—if he really wanted to charge, he could likely knock someone right off their broom.

Harry swiftly twirled his Firebolt upwards, gaining altitude. The match had reached a fever pitch.

“Hu...

Chapter 406: The Match Begins

The crushing loss to Slytherin had left Gryffindor students in a funk for quite a while, dampening any conversation related to Quidditch. But Harry’s acquisition of the Firebolt had undoubtedly rekindled their spirits, bringing their enthusiasm for Quidditch roaring back to life.

Their renewed fanaticism only grew stronger as the days passed. By Friday, the Gryffindors were so fired up that, in just one morning, their house’s hourglass score had plummeted, dropping them from second ...

Chapter 405: Malfoy and Harry

After leaving the eighth-floor corridor, Kyle and Kanna started heading down the stairs toward the common room. But just as they reached the landing, Kyle noticed Professor McGonagall emerging from the direction of the Gryffindor common room.

This wasn’t unusual; as the Gryffindor Head of House, it made sense for Professor McGonagall to be around. However, what caught Kyle’s eye was the elegant broom she was holding. Its streamlined ash handle and the subtly curved birch twigs at th...

Chapter 102: A Familiar Feeling

“What did you say? Lord Willas is injured?” Lynd was stunned upon hearing the news Jon had brought from Tumbleton Castle, located in the fortress on the west bank of the Mander. He quickly asked, “Did Lord Willas participate in the tournament?”

“No, he didn’t participate,” Jon shook his head. “The letter from the raven didn’t specify the reason either.”

“What about Prince Oberyn and Princess Arianne? Have they returned to Dorne?” Lynd pressed.

Jon, co...

Chapter 101: Changes Over the Past Half Year

“You should loosen the reins a bit and trust your mount as you would trust your weapon,” Lynd shouted, giving Nymeria instructions on riding the King of Wild Horses. He watched as Nymeria rode Noen past him like a gust of wind, her form sharp and confident.

Nymeria had chosen the larger of the two King of Wild Horses and named it Moonmaid, after the Moonmaid constellation in the sky. Despite this, it was Lynd who had tamed the King of Wild Horses. If Nymeria wanted to ride Moonmaid,...

Chapter 404: Kanna’s Patronus

The rematch between Gryffindor and Slytherin took place in the second week of school, with Slytherin emerging as the victor.

According to Fred and George, Harry had tried to ask Professor McGonagall for his Firebolt, but she turned him down. Despite the match’s importance to Gryffindor’s chances for the Quidditch Cup, Professor McGonagall wouldn't allow Harry to use his Firebolt, prioritizing his safety. With his Nimbus 2000 still undergoing repairs, Harry had no choice but to ride ...

Chapter 403: Cedric’s Doubts

Hearing that the club would only meet once a month, many students were visibly disappointed; they had expected weekly sessions. Before anyone could voice their objections, though, Professor McGonagall gave them a firm look, and they all fell silent, filing out of the Great Hall without a word.

As Kyle and his friends walked down the corridor, Cedric suddenly spoke up after they rounded a corner.

"Do you think Professor Lupin would let me face a Dementor alone if I asked him?"

Chapter 402: Happy Memories

As soon as the chill faded, Madam Pomfrey stood to check on the pale students, but a gentle hand stopped her.

“Not yet, Poppy. The students can handle this level of strain,” Professor Lupin said with a reassuring shake of his head.

He glanced around at the discouraged faces and offered a half-smile. “Don’t feel disheartened. I didn’t expect you to succeed on your first try. Honestly, I’d be more than a little shocked if anyone had.”

Professor Lupin continued, �...

Chapter 401: The Patronus Charm Club

Cedric had been mulling it over all night, so much so that at breakfast the next morning, he still looked half asleep.

“Have you come up with anything?” Kyle asked.

“Of course,” Cedric replied with a relieved expression. “All we need to do is get 150 points ahead of Gryffindor within twenty minutes, and victory will still be ours.”

“That’s your solution?” Kyle looked at him incredulously. “A hundred and fifty points ahead of Gryffindor in twenty minutes? ...

Chapter 100: Lynd, the Chosen One

The Tyrell enclave on the shores of the Sea of Dorne, nestled along the southern side of the Red Mountains, came into their possession seemingly without reason. It felt as though it had been thrust upon them—a piece of land they neither desired to relinquish nor could properly manage.

This land, known as Red Watch, sat at the crossroads of Wyl in Dorne, Blackhaven in the Stormlands, and Stonehelm. Apart from a narrow strip of coastal land, the territory was mostly rugged and mountaino...

Chapter 99: Acting on Impulse

The Dorne and Reach troops marched in an orderly fashion, passing through Vaith Castle, Hellholt, and Skyreach before officially entering The Prince’s Pass.

Although The Prince’s Pass is a canyon, the mountains on either side are far apart, creating an exceptionally wide expanse at the bottom. The space was sufficient not only for thousands but tens of thousands of people and horses to pass through simultaneously with ease. As the main overland trade route in Dorne, this river bend ...

Chapter 98: The Altered Future

After leaving Willas' tent, Lynd's expression was somewhat grim, and he appeared deep in thought. Jon noticed this and felt perplexed. He wondered what Willas and Lynd had discussed in the tent.

Lynd offered no explanation to Jon, simply instructing him to pack his belongings. Willas was expected to depart for Highgarden in the next two days.

Instead of returning to his tent immediately, Lynd headed to a temporary horse stable set up for him at Godsgrace. There, he checked on the ...

Chapter 97: Marriage Alliance

The entire city of Godsgrace was alive with excitement. However, the source of the commotion wasn't the ongoing tournament, but rather the news that Lynd, the renowned Bear Hunter Knight from The Reach, had successfully tamed two Kings of Wild Horses in the Godsgrace Mountains—and taken control of their entire herd.

The herd, numbering over two hundred, consisted of exceptional warhorses, with the two Kings standing out as particularly magnificent specimens. Even Willas, known for his...

Chapter 400: Firebolt

At Hogwarts, the worst day of the year was usually the first day of term. Apart from a few rare exceptions, nobody was ever in a good mood. Not only did it mean the holidays were over, but it also meant staying up all night to finish holiday homework. The common rooms across all houses were usually lit up all night with frantic students.

But this year was different.

On the first day of term, a notice posted outside the Great Hall made everyone momentarily forget about the post-hol...

Chapter 399: Snape’s Gift

Kyle finally returned to Hogwarts in the afternoon. The thestral-drawn carriage didn’t return to its original starting point but instead landed near Hagrid’s hut.

“I was just wondering when you’d be back,” Hagrid said, giving one of the thestrals an affectionate pat on the wing. “So, how was the ride?”

“It could easily replace the train as the school’s main way to travel at the start and end of term,” Kyle said with a grin.

“The governors’ll never go ...

Chapter 398: The Desired Music Classroom

Christmas dinner was a true feast, likely thanks to Tata, the House-elf, who wanted Kyle to feel the holiday spirit.

“Help yourself, my boy,” said Nicolas’s wife, Perenelle, with a warm smile.

She herself ate only a slice of ham, a small dish of pea shoots, and half a pudding before setting down her cutlery. Nicolas, however, hadn’t even bothered to join the meal; ever since receiving the Diadem, he had secluded himself in his study, where he remained all afternoon.

...

Chapter 397: The Diadem and the Horcrux

At the dinner table, Nicolas pushed a plate of meatloaf with a bone toward Kyle, smiling as he said, “I almost forgot to ask—what else did you come to see me about? It's not just because you want to spend Christmas with me, is it?”

“That’s the main reason,” Kyle replied.

“Nothing else?”

“No,” Kyle shook his head.

“Well, in that case…” Nicolas gave him a playful look and said half-jokingly, “I’ll just leave you to it.”

“You know, ...

Chapter 96: Longsword and Horse Taming

“Every time I see this, I can't help but feel like I'm witnessing a miracle,” exclaimed Russell as he stood on a large stone, gazing at the breathtaking scene before him.

In the center of the valley, nestled amid mountains of rubble, lay a vast, pristine lake. Surrounding the lake was a carpet of lush grass, where a herd of more than 200 wild horses roamed and played, exuding a sense of tranquility.

Such a serene sight might not be unusual in open plains or gentle hills, but t...

Chapter 95: The Godsgrace Mountains

When the tournament was about to begin, Lynd assigned Garth the task of protecting Willas and asked the Red Viper to participate alongside the knights of Dorne under his command. Having a Prince of Dorne act as the protector of The Reach’s heir was an insult, but since the Red Viper had been unable to uncover any leads regarding the assassination attempt, he felt a sense of responsibility and agreed to Lynd's somewhat excessive request.

After organizing the knightly guard, Lynd also a...

Chapter 396: A Potion Worth 300 Galleons

For the next two hours, Kyle described in detail the events that had unfolded in the Chamber of Secrets last year. While Nicolas didn’t ask much about the overall incident, he focused intensely on the beginning and end of the time-travel experience, questioning Kyle about every tiny detail. He wanted to know how Kyle felt as time rewound, if there were any unusual phenomena, and even whether the environment had felt warmer or colder. Some of these things Kyle hadn’t even noticed at the ti...

Chapter 395: Galloping Mooncalf

The Thestral-drawn carriage glided through the clouds until dusk, when it gradually slowed, descending back to solid ground. Kyle stepped out, taking in his surroundings with curiosity.

He was in Devon, a familiar region—St. Catchpole Village was in Devon too. However, this place was unknown to him. They seemed to be at the very edge of the county, far from St. Catchpole, close enough to hear the faint crash of waves in the distance.

“Sir, welcome,” said a sharp, familiar vo...

Chapter 394: The Thestral Carriage

After the lavish dinner, the group dispersed, heading back to their respective common rooms. As Kyle was leaving the Great Hall, he was unexpectedly stopped.

“Ah, just in time.”

Professor Dumbledore stood at the entrance, his eyes twinkling as he gestured for Kyle to join him. Leading him aside, Dumbledore continued, “Do you remember the letter you asked me to send a few days ago?”

Kyle nodded.

“I received a reply from Nicolas this afternoon. He asked me to p...

Chapter 393: A Solo Journey Home

Hagrid's voice boomed through the room, and Kyle noticed Professor McGonagall glance around anxiously, as if she didn’t want the other students overhearing this conversation from over a decade ago—especially here, in this very place. Professor McGonagall paused for what felt like a long time.

Kyle quickly pretended not to notice and focused on eating his meat pie.

“Hagrid, please! Keep your voice down,” Professor McGonagall urged.

But her caution seemed to go unheede...