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00:00Welcome to the Dream Novel channel before starting to listen to the fun in this clip.
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00:18making clips. Let's go listen. Channel Dream Novel. Chapter 21, Is the Sorting Hat This Brave?
00:27After the unexpected chaos caused by the biting ball, the sorting hat quickly returned to its
00:33efficient pace, sorting the remaining students as soon as it touched their hair. With this newfound
00:38speed, they were soon down to the last two new students. Kanna Prince. The familiar name caught
00:45Kyle and Cedric's attention at once. Both of them looked over at the girl from the train.
00:51That's the girl we saw earlier, right? Cedric asked curiously. Where do you think she'll end up,
00:59Slytherin? Probably, Kyle replied, scratching his back out of habit. Judging by her fancy clothes,
01:07she's likely a pure blood. Slytherin makes the most sense. But then, Kyle suddenly froze.
01:14Something seemed off. Just after Professor McGonagall called Kanna's name, he noticed that Snape,
01:22who had been sitting with a bored, disinterested expression throughout the ceremony, had leaned
01:26forward, focusing on the sorting hat with unusual intensity. Wait, do they know each other? Kyle
01:34thought, a chill running down his spine. It wasn't completely impossible. Despite Snape's reclusive
01:41tendencies and his general avoidance of social gatherings, he was still a well-known figure
01:46in the wizarding world, especially as a potions master and one of Hogwarts heads of house.
01:52He was bound to have connections, and it wouldn't be shocking if Kanna's family was among them.
01:57A sinking feeling took hold of Kyle. Could this be bad for me? If Snape really had ties to Kanna's
02:04family, and he found out that Kyle had tricked her on the train, things could get messy.
02:09Knowing Snape's personality, Kyle feared he might be in for some unpleasant, protagonist
02:15treatment, far sooner than he'd like.
02:18It can't be that coincidental, Kyle thought nervously, feeling the back of his neck prickle.
02:24He had just been gloating about the Weasley twins getting what they deserved, and now it seemed
02:28like retribution was already headed his way. As he anxiously watched the platform, Kyle noticed
02:34something strange. When it came time for Kanna's sorting, the usually fast sorting hat seemed to
02:40slow down, as if it had returned to its earlier indecision. The entire hall waited, and waited.
02:47A minute passed before the sorting hat finally called out.
02:52Hufflepuff!
02:53Ha!
02:54A wave of enthusiastic cheers erupted from the Hufflepuff table, and the prefects jumped up to
03:00welcome Kanna. Kyle, however, was left staring in confusion as she passed by him, question marks
03:06practically floating above his head. What just happened? Pure Bloods rarely ended up in Hufflepuff,
03:13and while it wasn't completely unheard of, after all, Newt Scamander was a famous Hufflepuff,
03:18it was still uncommon. Pure Bloods were typically sorted into Slytherin, and Kyle had assumed Kanna
03:25would follow that path. Could it have been because of me? Kyle dismissed the thought quickly.
03:32The sorting hat didn't play games. It had the responsibility of determining a student's best
03:38path, one that would influence their future. No matter how young or naive Kanna might be,
03:44the hat wouldn't let her personal whims affect its judgment. Otherwise, her family wouldn't take it
03:50lightly. Kyle recalled something his father, Chris, had once told him. When Sirius Black was sorted into
03:58Gryffindor instead of Slytherin, the Black Matron had thrown a fit at Hogwarts. If it weren't for
04:04Dumbledore stepping in, the sorting hat might have been destroyed by Fiendfire. The incident had caused
04:10quite a stir, and for a time, there were serious discussions within the Ministry of Magic about
04:15replacing the sorting hat with a different method for sorting students. The idea had even garnered a
04:21surprising level of support. Many pure-blood families, especially the most traditionalist
04:27ones, didn't want their children sorted anywhere but Slytherin. For them, having a Gryffindor, or any
04:33other house, member in the family was a mark of disgrace. Of course, the proposal never went through.
04:40Dumbledore, who had been far less lenient back then, had firmly opposed it, and pure-blood families
04:47were too intimidated to challenge his authority. The matter had been dropped, but since that time,
04:53no member of the pure-blood families involved had been sorted anywhere but Slytherin.
04:58Kyle couldn't resist a glance toward the teacher's table to gauge Snape's reaction.
05:03If Snape had a connection to Kanna's family, it would be easy to tell by his response to her sorting.
05:08Well, Kyle was wrong. Snape's face was as dark as a storm cloud, and he looked as if he might start
05:17dripping with rage at any moment. He was deep in conversation with Dumbledore, occasionally glancing
05:24over at the Hufflepuff table, where Kanna had just taken her seat. Kyle quickly lowered his head,
05:30trying to make himself as inconspicuous as possible. Could the sorting hat really be that bold?
05:35His heart pounded a little faster. Meanwhile, the final new student had been sorted and took their
05:42place at the Gryffindor table. Dumbledore stood up, smiling warmly at the students, and spread his arms
05:49wide. Welcome, welcome to another new year at Hogwarts. There's nothing more delightful than
05:55seeing you all here once again. What are you waiting for? Eat. At once, the empty tables before them
06:04filled with steaming dishes. Mountains of beef, roast chicken, pork chops, sausages, and steaks
06:11appeared, along with boiled potatoes, pea shoots, and french fries for those who preferred something
06:16lighter. The smell of the feast filled the air, making everyone's appetite grow. Kyle shook his head,
06:24trying to push all the Snape Kanna worries out of his mind. Forget it, he thought. What's done is done,
06:31what's the use of overthinking it? Whatever came next, he wouldn't be the first to suffer.
06:37The sorting hat was the one who made the final call, after all. And if Snape really wanted to
06:43make his life difficult, it wouldn't last forever. Once Harry Potter enrolls next year,
06:49Snape won't care about me anymore, Kyle reassured himself. He pushed the thoughts aside and focused on
06:56the meal, reaching for a fried chicken leg and biting into it. The skin was perfectly crispy,
07:02the meat tender and juicy, filling his mouth with a burst of flavor. The baked potatoes were equally
07:08delicious, simple but perfectly cooked. He liked that there wasn't too much seasoning, allowing the
07:14natural flavor of the potatoes to shine. For an extra kick, he added some black pepper and ketchup from
07:21the side and found the combination surprisingly good. He reached for another potato, ready to enjoy
07:27it in peace. But just as Kyle cut into the potato, Cedric leaned over, lowering his voice.
07:35Have you noticed that she keeps staring at you? Staring at me? Who? Kyle asked, not looking up as he
07:43reached for the black pepper. Kanna Prince, the girl from the train, Cedric said, raising an eyebrow and
07:50pointing mockingly across the table. Look, she's doing it again. Channel Dream Novel.
07:57Chapter 22, Poor Choice of Friends. Kyle glanced up, following Cedric's finger, and was surprised to
08:05find Kanna sitting diagonally across from him on his left, focused on cutting into a steak. However,
08:11every time she made a slice, her eyes flicked up to meet his, as if her plate held not a steak,
08:17but Kyle himself. The sight made Kyle grit his teeth in discomfort. Wait a minute, Cedric said,
08:25his voice tinged with curiosity. Her eyes don't look too friendly. She wasn't like this on the train,
08:32right? He thought for a moment before adding, I remember all the new students were together
08:37before the division. Did something happen between you two? Yeah, it's weird, Kyle agreed with a shrug,
08:44giving a quick summary of the incident. By the end, Cedric was speechless, a stunned expression on his
08:51face. An Avada cadaver to sort us into houses? Seriously, who would even think of that? Did she
08:59actually believe it? Cedric asked cautiously. Kyle sighed bitterly. What do you think? If she didn't,
09:09do you think she'd be staring at me like that? Huh? Someone bold enough to make up such a story,
09:16and someone bold enough to believe it. Cedric couldn't decide whether to laugh or cry.
09:22He blinked in disbelief, looking back and forth between Kanna and Kyle before giving a thumbs up.
09:27Wow, Kyle. You two are perfect for each other. Kyle's patience wore thin. I'm only 11, okay? You
09:38want me thrown into Azkaban or something, he retorted. And by the way, don't say things like
09:44that again. If Professor Snape hears you, you're done for. Wait, she knows Snape. Cedric asked,
09:53eyebrows raised. Kyle nodded. I'm not sure, but it seems like she does. Cedric's expression shifted
10:02instantly. He stared at Kyle with a newfound look of disdain. That's just low. How could you pull such
10:10a nasty prank on a first year? If I were the prefect, I'd dock your points for sure. Kyle
10:17gaped at him, utterly stunned. He had switched sides the moment he heard Kanna and Snape might
10:23be connected, and the speed of his change in attitude was astonishing. Was this really
10:28the Cedric he knew? But Cedric stayed stone-faced under Kyle's gaze, even scooting slightly away
10:34from him, as if he didn't want to be associated with whatever trouble Kyle had stirred up.
10:40Kyle could only respond with a silent middle finger, frustrated. Wrong friend, he thought.
10:46When did Cedric get so shameless? But the tense atmosphere made it impossible to focus on the
10:52food. Kyle eventually set his knife and forked down, his attention fully on Kanna. The little
10:59witch didn't avoid his stare. They locked eyes, neither one willing to back down. Her round face
11:06puffed up, but it was unclear whether it was from the steak she was chewing or from the anger boiling
11:11beneath her calm exterior. They sat there, silent and unmoving, as if the school banquet had become
11:18their personal battlefield, each refusing to lose the unspoken challenge of who would look away first.
11:24At first, both were resolute, determined to keep up this silent duel indefinitely.
11:30But Kanna had clearly overestimated her stamina. It wasn't long before her confidence began to falter.
11:37Her gaze shifted ever so slightly, and a pink blush spread across her once pale face.
11:42As seconds ticked by, her eyes darted nervously, her breath quickened, and her entire face turned
11:49crimson. In the end, she couldn't hold out any longer. With a swift motion, she dropped her head,
11:57her nose nearly touching the steak on her plate, as though she wished she could disappear into it.
12:02All that was visible were her two bright red ears. Kanna's personality hadn't changed at all.
12:08She was still just as shy and socially anxious as before. Her intense expression earlier had only
12:16been a result of the anger and embarrassment she felt after realizing she'd been tricked.
12:21It was similar to how a normally quiet and calm girl might curse at the keyboard after being cheated
12:26in her favorite game, same principle. Kyle had been avoiding her, which only made things worse.
12:33She had bottled up her frustration with nowhere to release it, allowing the tension to simmer
12:38until now. Once her anger began to fade, she quickly reverted back to her usual self,
12:44the shy, socially awkward little which she'd always been. Kyle's eye contact had inadvertently
12:50provided her an outlet, though not a very effective one. After all, locking eyes with someone is a form
12:57of communication, even if it's a silent, indirect way of venting. What surprised Kyle, though, was how fast
13:04her anger dissipated. Within just a few minutes, she was back to her old self. Her personality was
13:11just that mild. Kyle thought about it. Ginny Weasley was already considered pretty easy-going compared to
13:19the people he knew, but even when she was angry, she'd at least confront him and argue for a good half
13:24hour. Kanna, on the other hand, was far too meek. Her kind nature, while admirable, wasn't necessarily a
13:33good thing in the wizarding world. At Hogwarts, it wasn't such a big deal. Hufflepuff was known for
13:40its honesty and friendliness. No one in their house would exploit someone for being too nice.
13:45But once they graduated, Kanna's soft nature could become a liability. Out in the real world,
13:52especially among darker forces, such traits could be dangerous. Kyle couldn't help but think about the
13:58grim realities beyond Hogwarts. Grogan Stump, a famous minister of magic, once said that Hogwarts
14:05was a fairy tale, but outside its walls was an abyss where people waited to devour you.
14:11For dark wizards on the edge of ruin, a shy, introverted witch from a pure-blood family was
14:16like a walking golden carrot. They would swarm like hyenas, eager to strip her to the bone.
14:22Kyle wasn't exaggerating. There were precedents, particularly during the chaotic period after
14:29Voldemort's defeat. With the Dark Lord gone, his followers, the Death Eaters, lost their protection
14:35and were hunted by the Ministry's horrors. In their desperation, they went into hiding,
14:41leaving a vacuum that predatory wizards quickly filled. These opportunists targeted the pure-blood
14:47families in disarray, robbing them or using the Cruciatus' curse to extract secrets.
14:52For them, any pure-blood wizard traveling alone was easy prey. They didn't care how prestigious or
14:58powerful a family was, nor did they worry about future reprisals. As long as there was profit to
15:05be made, and as long as the family wasn't protected by someone like Dumbledore or Voldemort, they would
15:10pounce, tearing chunks out of whatever remained. Many pure-blood wizards fell during that time, leading to
15:17the decline and eventual disappearance of several families. This dark period only ended when most of
15:24the Death Eaters were captured, and the Ministry's focus shifted toward dismantling these predators.
15:29But the threat was always there, lurking, waiting for another moment of weakness.
15:35Kyle glanced at Kanna, who was now pretending not to see him. After a moment's pause, he reached for the
15:41black pepper, sprinkled it over the diced potatoes on his plate, and took a bite. Forget it, he thought.
15:48It's only the first year. There's still a long way to go before graduation. No point worrying about
15:55things like that now. Better to just eat and fill up. Channel Dream Novel
16:01Chapter 23, A Wild Bunch
16:04Half an hour later, the banquet was winding down, and the main dishes had been replaced with an array
16:10of tempting desserts. Kyle, after surveying the options, picked a serving of maple pudding.
16:17Bill and Charlie had raved about this particular dessert, insisting that nowhere else could replicate
16:22its authentic taste quite like Hogwarts. Kyle took a bite and immediately understood the hype.
16:29The sweetness was perfectly balanced, the fragrance rich and inviting, and there was just the right
16:35hint of acidity to round it all out. It was the ideal way to finish off the meal.
16:41As the last bites were savored and the remaining desserts cleared away, the long tables returned
16:46to their spotless state. The great hall grew quiet as Dumbledore stood up, signaling that it was time
16:52for his traditional speech. Now, he began, his voice commanding immediate attention,
16:57I trust you are all sufficiently full, but before you go to your dormitories, I have a few words to
17:03say. The hall was silent, every student now focused on the headmaster. First-year students,
17:10please note that the forest area on the school grounds is off-limits to all students,
17:15Dumbledore said, his tone serious.
17:17He paused briefly before continuing, Professor McGonagall has asked me to remind you that
17:24the use of magic in the corridors or any public area will not be tolerated and will be severely
17:29punished. As soon as he finished, nearly half the room instinctively turned to look at Fred and
17:35George Weasley, the infamous Gryffindor twins. Far from looking abashed, the twins stood up and began
17:41bowing theatrically to their peers, their grins wide as though Dumbledore had just honored them.
17:47Professor McGonagall, on the other hand, looked as though she was barely holding back her fury.
17:53Her lips were pursed so tightly they had nearly disappeared.
17:57Kyle had little doubt the twins would be in for some serious detention, and it certainly wouldn't be
18:02a short stint. Dumbledore remained unfazed by the twins' antics and smoothly continued,
18:07the Quidditch tryouts will be held during the second week of the term.
18:12Any second-year students or above who are interested in playing for their house team
18:16should contact Madame Hooch. As expected, Kyle thought. He had already known that first-year
18:23students wouldn't be allowed to try out for the Quidditch teams, so he wasn't surprised by
18:27Dumbledore's words. The restriction wasn't entirely rigid, though, after all, exceptions could be made for
18:34extraordinary talent, like what would happen with Harry Potter a year later. The rule was primarily
18:40there to level the playing field for muggle-born students, who had never been exposed to Quidditch
18:45before attending Hogwarts. After a year, they'd be more familiar with the wizarding world, and it would
18:51be a fairer time for team selection. Kyle, however, wasn't planning to wait a whole year. He was determined
18:59to speak to Professor Sprout in a few days and see if she might allow him to join the tryouts with the
19:03second years. The thought of not being able to fly for an entire year felt like torture.
19:10Quiet, please. Dumbledore's voice rose slightly to regain control over the excited murmurings about
19:17Quidditch that had erupted among the students. Finally, I am pleased to introduce you to our new
19:23Professor of Defense Against the Dark Arts. Dumbledore gestured to the staff table with a welcoming smile,
19:29directing attention to the figure seated there. Professor Oren, say hello to everyone, Dumbledore
19:36announced warmly. The man seated next to Snape, a rather plain-looking, middle-aged wizard, stood up
19:42with a polite smile and waved to the students. The response was underwhelming. Aside from the first-year
19:49students who clapped a bit more enthusiastically, the rest of the hall only offered scattered,
19:54half-hearted applause. For the older students, the excitement of a new defense against the dark arts
20:00professor had long worn off. He's just another professor, Kyle thought to himself, he'll be gone
20:07by next year like all the others. No need to get too excited, just clap for Dumbledore's sake.
20:14Professor Oren didn't seem bothered by the lackluster reception, as if he had expected it.
20:19After giving his brief greeting, he sat back down. However, as he shifted his chair, it slid a little
20:27too far. His elbow accidentally jabbed into Snape's lower back. S'jitch. Snape hissed, gripping the armrests
20:36of his chair tightly to stifle a cry of pain. Oren immediately turned to him, concern evident in his
20:43voice. I'm sorry, Severus. Are you all right? Do you need to see Madame Pomfrey? I don't believe
20:52we're on a first-name basis, Professor Oren, Snape responded icily, clearly irritated. And no,
20:59I don't need the hospital wing for a mere bump. Save your energy. Snape moved his chair further away,
21:06his expression revealing his disgust, as if Oren were an unpleasant sight, like a flobberworm drained of
21:12its slime and rendered useless. Professor Oren looked a bit embarrassed and opened his mouth
21:18as though to say something more, but Dumbledore had already moved on, discussing the rules about
21:23Hogsmeade Village. Soon, he transitioned to leading the students in the school song.
21:29A long golden ribbon floated above the hall, and soon the students began singing, each to their own
21:35melody. The hall filled with a chaotic mix of different tunes, transforming the school song into
21:41a medley of competing sounds. The most popular tunes included, Do the Hippogriff, and, Symphony of Fate,
21:48which many of the young wizards favored. Kyle, however, opted to sing it to the tune of,
21:54The Wide and Broad Isle. But no one was enjoying it more than Fred and George Weasley.
22:00Arm in arm, they belted out the song to the tune of, Flight of the Bumblebee, while dancing energetically,
22:06creating a joyful scene that soon caught the attention of other griffinders.
22:11Before long, many students joined in, turning what was supposed to be a solemn school song into a
22:17spontaneous, lively dance party. Even Dumbledore, standing on the stage, couldn't resist moving to
22:23the beat for a moment, a smile lighting up his face. When the song finally ended, the entire hall
22:30burst into applause, with the loudest cheers going to Fred and George. Dumbledore, still adjusting his
22:36crooked wizard's hat, chuckled and said, That was beautiful. That's what school songs are for.
22:43Now, he continued, It's time for bed. Everyone, back to your dormitories.
22:50The banquet came to an end, and students began rushing toward the doors of the great hall.
22:55The prefects quickly sprang into action, trying to round up the first-year students.
23:01First-year students, over here, one called out. Don't push, let the first-years through.
23:08Freshmen, hurry up, we need to get moving. Is everyone here? Remember to follow me closely
23:15and don't fall behind. Channel Dream Novel
23:18Chapter 24, Not Even a Krupp Would Want This
23:22Hufflepuff's common room was nestled deep within the underground passages of Hogwarts Castle.
23:29The entrance, cleverly hidden in a pile of large barrels located in the kitchen corridor's right-hand
23:34corner, was both inconspicuous and charming in its simplicity. Gaining entry was straightforward,
23:41students had to follow the rhythm of Helga Hufflepuff's name, tapping the bottom of the second
23:45barrel in the second row. The lid would then rotate, revealing a passageway leading into the
23:51cozy common room. Unlike the other houses, which relied on frequently changing passwords or riddles,
23:58Hufflepuff had the most practical system. Their fixed entrance sequence meant once you learned it,
24:03you were set for all seven years. No need to worry about keeping up with new passwords every week,
24:10which was certainly a relief for many students. Remember, it's Helga Hufflepuff.
24:15The order must be exact, Hufflepuff's prefect, Harris, reminded the cluster of nervous first
24:22years, slowing down the demonstration to ensure they memorized it correctly.
24:27A small boy in the crowd raised his hand, his voice quivering with anxiety.
24:32What if I get it wrong? I'm not good at remembering things. Will I be stuck outside the dormitory?
24:40Harris smiled reassuringly but walked over to the barrel, ready to make a point.
24:44It's worse than that. He tapped the barrel twice, deliberately wrong, and quickly stepped
24:51back. In an instant, a torrent of sour-smelling vinegar sprayed from the neighboring barrel,
24:56drenching the space where he had stood just moments before.
25:00As you can see, Harris said, waving his wand to clean up the mess, if you get the sequence wrong,
25:06the other lid bursts open, and you'll be covered in vinegar.
25:09If you don't want to smell like a vinegar bottle for the rest of the day, I suggest you practice.
25:15It's not that hard once you get the hang of it.
25:18The group chuckled nervously, but the message was clear.
25:23Harris ran through the correct sequence a couple more times, ensuring everyone understood
25:27before leading them through the now-open passage into the common room.
25:30At the end of the tunnel, the new students were greeted by a large, circular room that exuded
25:36warmth and simplicity. This was the Hufflepuff common room. The low ceiling, only about three
25:43meters high, made the space feel intimate, while the cozy black and yellow armchairs scattered
25:48around the room invited relaxation. The walls were alive with a variety of fascinating plans,
25:55adding a touch of nature to the underground setting. Kyle's eyes scanned the room with interest.
26:00Beyond the usual decorative plants, he spotted several rare species that he knew were valuable.
26:07He recognized a rue plant, didney, and even the prized hydrangea. His gaze then fell on the most
26:14striking plant of all, a wind chime sunflower placed right in the center of the lounge.
26:19If I'm not mistaken, Kyle thought, that wind chime sunflower alone is worth about 300 galleons.
26:25Besides it stood the golden hydrangea, slightly less expensive but still a luxurious 279 galleons
26:33at Diagon Alley. It was clear to Kyle that Professor Sprout, renowned in the wizarding world for her
26:39expertise in herbology, had hand-picked these plants for the common room. The subtle display of rare and
26:46valuable plants, arranged with casual elegance, reflected a certain low-key luxury. Kyle suppressed the
26:53temptation to snatch one of the prized plants, turning away with effort. His attention shifted
26:59to a large honey-colored wooden mantelpiece, carved intricately with badgers, the Hufflepuff house
27:04emblem. On it sat several jars, which, according to head boy Harris, were filled with various snacks,
27:11sweets and treats that the students could enjoy at their leisure. Above the fireplace hung a portrait
27:16of Helga Hufflepuff herself. She was depicted as a kind-faced witch, holding a golden cup and smiling
27:23warmly down at the students. The cheerful expression of their house founder added to the comforting and
27:29welcoming atmosphere of the common room, making it feel like a true home for Hufflepuff students.
27:35At that moment, more Hufflepuff students began entering the common room one by one.
27:40They greeted the new students warmly and offered them small snacks as gifts.
27:44Kyle received quite a bit, and his robe pockets were soon stuffed with colorful candies and
27:50preserves, enough to last him more than a month. What do you think? Pretty cozy, isn't it?
27:58Cedric approached Kyle, giving him a friendly pat on the shoulder. No other house has such a
28:03comfortable environment. Oh, it's you, Mr. Diggory, Kyle replied, clearly unimpressed,
28:10as he brushed Cedric's hand off his shoulder. What, not worried about being misunderstood by
28:16Professor Snape at a time like this? Come on, Kyle, that's just for show, Cedric responded with
28:23a smirk. Our friendship is unbreakable, I swear. Kyle found Cedric's explanation even more irritating
28:31and quickly stepped away from him, though he knew Cedric was only teasing. He wasn't truly angry,
28:37just annoyed by the remark. Besides, Cedric had said it was all for appearances.
28:43Did he really think he was Harry Potter, constantly catching Snape's attention?
28:48What was going on in his head? Kyle shrugged it off. He couldn't shake the feeling that Cedric's
28:55behavior seemed oddly familiar, particularly the way he deflected blame so smoothly.
29:00He had definitely seen that style before. But who was it? Kyle racked his brain, but couldn't
29:07pinpoint the person. Finally, he gave up, figuring it was probably, maybe, the Weasley brothers.
29:15As the common room filled with more people, Harris, one of the prefects, gestured for the
29:20newcomers to sit on the sofas. He explained that the professors had asked him to inform the first
29:26years about Hogwarts rules and help everyone get to know each other. He and the other female
29:32prefect soon returned from the nearby kitchen, carrying biscuits and large glasses of fresh
29:37juice. This was one of the perks of Hufflepuff being so close to the kitchens, something the
29:43other houses didn't enjoy. Soon, the tables in the common room were piled high with all kinds of
29:49snacks. Welcome to Hufflepuff, Harris said cheerfully.
29:53There aren't too many rules at Hogwarts, but make sure to remember the following.
29:59While Harris spoke, Kyle scanned the room and spotted Kanna sitting on the outer edge of the
30:04crowd. Without drawing attention, he moved over to her. I was out of line earlier, Kyle whispered,
30:12I'm sorry. Kanna looked startled. When she realized it was Kyle, she whispered back,
30:18No, it's okay. It was partly my fault too. I'm so dumb, I should have guessed you were joking.
30:27There's no way Hogwarts uses spells like that to sort students. Kyle shook his head,
30:33his expression serious. It's not the same. A joke is only funny if both people find it funny.
30:41I was definitely wrong for scaring you like that, so I needed to apologize.
30:45Seeing how earnest Kyle was, Kanna bit her lip, then looked up and said sincerely,
30:51All right, I accept your apology. After saying that, she gave him a light slap on the arm.
30:58Now we're even. As for the force of that slap. It was barely enough to knock off any dust.
31:06Not quite, just a second. Kyle smiled and took out a handful of the prettiest brown-wrapped
31:12candies from his pocket. Handing them to her, he said, This is your compensation.
31:18We're only even if you accept them. Well, okay. Kanna accepted the candies,
31:25popped one in her mouth in front of Kyle, and then extended her hand with the remaining ones toward him,
31:30smiling. Here, I'll buy you a candy.
31:33No, no, Kyle quickly shook his head, mumbling, Who in their right mind eats licorice snap?
31:41Not even a crupp would eat this stuff.
31:44Crunch. Channel Dream Novel.
31:47Chapter 25, Roommates.
31:50In short, these are the main things you need to keep in mind.
31:54As long as you pay attention to them in your daily life, you won't lose house points.
31:59But even if you do lose points once in a while due to negligence, it's no big deal.
32:05Here in Hufflepuff, we don't worry too much about that.
32:09The most important thing is that everyone enjoys their time at Hogwarts.
32:14Head Boy Harris was speaking confidently to the group, while Kyle sat at the very edge,
32:19silent with his head down.
32:21Kyle, what are you doing here?
32:23I've been looking for you everywhere.
32:25Cedric approached and casually handed Kyle a glass of juice.
32:30Fresh orange juice, definitely a good choice before bed.
32:35Kyle didn't take it, nor did he lift his head.
32:38He just waved Cedric off to show he didn't want it.
32:42What's wrong?
32:43Are you not feeling well?
32:46Cedric asked, his voice tinged with concern.
32:49No, I'm just feeling a little sleepy, Kyle responded hastily, still avoiding eye contact.
32:56I don't like drinking anything before bed.
32:59You can offer it to someone else.
33:02This odd behavior only heightened Cedric's curiosity.
33:06He took a step to the left, trying to get a better look at Kyle's face.
33:10But Kyle turned away at the same time, dodging him.
33:15Something was definitely off.
33:17All right, I'll ask some of the other first years then, Cedric said, pretending to walk away.
33:23But instead, he moved lightly, circling around, and then quickly dropping to the ground near Kyle.
33:30Kyle, lost in his thoughts about when he could return to the dormitory,
33:33suddenly found himself face to face with a furry head appearing right in front of him.
33:38Their eyes met.
33:40Kyle, what happened to your eye?
33:42Why do you have such a huge black eye?
33:45Nothing.
33:47Kyle immediately raised his hand to cover his left eye and answered seriously,
33:52I just accidentally hit the table.
33:54It's perfectly normal to have bruises from something like that.
33:58How do you end up with a bruise that round?
34:01Cedric sat down, stroking his chin thoughtfully.
34:04It looks more like you got punched.
34:07No way, you're imagining things.
34:09Kyle shot back.
34:12Even if you don't believe me, surely you believe in Hufflepuff.
34:16This is the warmest house at Hogwarts.
34:19How could there be anyone violent here?
34:22You're right, could it really just be a bruise?
34:26Cedric nodded, partially convinced.
34:29He didn't think anyone from Hufflepuff would punch a first year on their first day of school either,
34:33that was more of a Slytherin thing.
34:36But still, it puzzled him.
34:39If Kyle had simply fallen, how could his black eye be so perfectly round?
34:43Was he exceptionally clumsy?
34:46As Cedric pondered this mystery, Harris finished his speech.
34:49From today onwards, we're all classmates.
34:54If you need help, don't hesitate to ask.
34:58Hufflepuff is one big, warm family, and every upperclassman, myself included, will support you.
35:05Now, you all must be tired, so I'll take you to your dormitories.
35:09Patty, you'll handle the girls.
35:12Kyle sprang to his feet as if he'd been released from a burden and followed the rest of the group without so much as a goodbye to Cedric.
35:18Under Harris's guidance, Kyle soon arrived at his dormitory.
35:24Like the common room, the dormitory was dominated by warm yellow and black tones.
35:30Copper lamps cast a cozy glow over the room's four poster beds, while brass bed warmers hung on the walls,
35:36ensuring each bed remained at the perfect temperature.
35:39There were two other boys in his dormitory.
35:43One, Mikkel Derrick, was a small, dark-haired boy.
35:46The other, Ryan Baggins, was stockier with blonde hair.
35:51Neither of them were particularly remarkable, just two fellow students.
35:56The last bed in the room was empty, likely because there weren't enough new students.
36:02Kyle tilted his head, gave the boys a brief greeting, then climbed into bed without further conversation.
36:08Hey, this is amazing, isn't it?
36:12I'm a wizard.
36:13Mikkel exclaimed, sitting on the edge of his bed, beaming with excitement.
36:18No one in my family can do magic.
36:21My dad sells drilling rigs, and my mom works in a bank, so when I first got the letter, I thought it was a joke.
36:28Haha, Hogwarts.
36:29I still can't believe it.
36:33I'm half-and-half, what wizards call, half-blood, Ryan chimed in, running a hand through his blonde hair.
36:40My dad's a wizard, but my mom's a muggle.
36:43She was completely shocked when she found out.
36:46Of course she was.
36:48Anyone who hasn't had contact with magic would be, Mikkel agreed.
36:52You wouldn't believe it, when the professor came to our house, my parents almost called the police.
36:59He just appeared in front of us and started talking about some kind of displacement.
37:04Locomotor?
37:06Apparition, Kyle corrected quietly from his bed.
37:09Yeah, that's it, apparition.
37:13Mikkel said, looking over at Kyle with sudden recognition.
37:17Hey, I remember you.
37:19You're Kyle Chopper, the one whose sorting took twenty minutes, right?
37:24That's right, Kyle nodded.
37:26Nice to meet you both.
37:28So, what happened?
37:31Mikkel asked curiously, leaning in.
37:34Why did your sorting take so long, longer than all the other first years combined?
37:39It's nothing, Kyle said after a brief pause.
37:42The sorting hat just couldn't decide where to send me, that's all.
37:47It was torn.
37:48I see, Mikkel said with awe.
37:51For the hat to take that long, you must be really talented.
37:56Kyle smiled but didn't respond.
37:58He was talented, sure, but that had little to do with the sorting hat's dilemma.
38:04If Mikkel knew the real reason for its hesitation, he probably wouldn't have been so impressed.
38:09For the next several minutes, Mikkel kept up a stream of enthusiastic chatter.
38:14He jumped from talking about his first visit to Diagon Alley to Gringotts, and then from Gringotts to choosing a wand, barely pausing for breath in between.
38:23It was clear that becoming a wizard had made him incredibly happy.
38:27At first, Kyle and Ryan managed to join in here and there, but eventually, the only voice in the dormitory was Mikkel's.
38:35The other two just couldn't keep up.
38:39After a long day of travel and excitement, exhaustion had finally caught up with them.
38:44Kyle wanted to keep talking with his new roommates and get to know them better, but the bed was so comfortable that he fell asleep without even realizing it.
38:52Next to him, Ryan had drifted off even faster and hadn't stirred for the past five minutes.
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