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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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00:19making clips. Let's go listen. Channel Dream Novel. Chapter 286, Riddle's Second Request,
00:27what was the first ancient runes class about? At the breakfast table in the Great Hall the next
00:33morning, Cedric paused, thinking back. I remember it was really tough. Actually,
00:39the hardest class of the whole year was probably that first one.
00:44Cho gave him a curious look. Professor Babbling didn't dive into the application of magic runes
00:49in alchemy, did she? Or the different ways of writing that convey different meanings?
00:54To her surprise, Cedric shook his head right away. No. That's fifth-year material. There's no way
01:04they'd cover that in third year. Then what did you? Professor Babbling taught us about the evolution
01:10of runic scripts, and what they looked like in their earliest forms. Cedric grimaced.
01:16You wouldn't believe how complicated those runes were before they got simplified.
01:20Honestly, that was the first time I ever felt like I couldn't remember anything in a class.
01:27Fred and George nodded in agreement. It was a nightmare. I felt like a stunted troll.
01:34Fred muttered. Cho looked at the three of them sympathetically, understanding all too well after
01:40her own recent experience. Kyle, listening nearby, suddenly asked, how many of you were in that class?
01:47About a dozen, I think, Cedric replied after a moment. But it didn't really matter, because
01:54Professor Babbling said if you didn't want to take ancient runes, you could switch out.
01:59By the second week, only nine of us were left. Poor seven, Fred said with a chuckle.
02:06We were actually on our way to Professor McGonagall's office to change, then suddenly.
02:10We hesitated, George added, grinning. And decided to stick it out for another lesson,
02:17for the sake of Weasley's wizard wheezes. Good thing we did. Because that second class was a bit
02:24more normal. Still hard, but at least we could follow it. You're not doing the same thing now,
02:30are you? Cedric asked. Cho sighed. Apart from the content, it's pretty much the same,
02:39including the option to switch classes. But I don't understand, why would Professor Babbling do that?
02:46Fred thought for a moment. Some say Professor Babbling wants third through seventh years to
02:51take the same classes together, so she deliberately thins out each grade. But that seems impossible.
02:57Yeah, everyone's learning different things, George pointed out. Percy's working on advanced runes
03:04translation, and we're still reading ancient runes made easy. Maybe that first class was Professor
03:10Babbling's way of testing us, Cedric suggested. Learning magic is a tedious process, and you need
03:17patience to keep at it. I think she wants to read out those who aren't up for the challenge,
03:22so they don't waste your time. That's just my guess, of course. Cedric took a sip of pumpkin
03:29juice and continued, we don't really know much about Professor Babbling. She only appears for
03:35classes and holiday banquets. She hasn't even been to a Quidditch match. For a while, they chatted about
03:42how hard it was to learn ancient runes, but how fascinating it became once you got the hang of it.
03:47Kyle listened intently, trying his best to blend in, without looking too pleased with himself.
03:54This was where having a personal tutor made all the difference. Riddle was patient, knowledgeable,
04:00and had a deep grasp of ancient runes. With his guidance, Kyle avoided a lot of the usual pitfalls,
04:06making his learning far more efficient. Before, I never really noticed, Kyle thought,
04:12but now that I compare, it's different. The problems Cedric and the others struggle with
04:18seem so simple to me. Of course, Riddle's diary was essentially Voldemort's study notes from his
04:24school days. Lately, though, these notes had been unreliable. Not only did they need careful handling,
04:31but the diary had gone silent a few days ago with no sign of when it would return.
04:37Thinking about this, Kyle finished his breakfast and, as usual, made his way to the room of
04:42requirement. He opened Riddle's diary and greeted him, as he had every day recently. Today, as expected,
04:50he wasn't holding out much hope. He wrote his usual message, about to close the diary when,
04:56to his surprise, Riddle responded right away. Apologies. My diary's magic seemed to run out
05:03suddenly the other day when you showed me that newspaper. Kyle picked up his quill, startled.
05:08Are you alright, Tom? I was worried about you. Sort of. Luckily, you've been using dragon blood to
05:18write to me lately. So, what are we learning today? I've been waiting too long to continue.
05:25Neither Kyle's fabricated story nor the news of Voldemort's death for a baby seemed to phase Riddle.
05:31He didn't even ask about anything else. It was as though Voldemort had been an insignificant figure,
05:37his death irrelevant. Since Riddle seemed ready to proceed, Kyle didn't want to disappoint him.
05:44Alright, then, let's continue with ancient runes. I thought that's what you'd choose.
05:50You really do enjoy ancient runes. But this time, they didn't study for long. Since Kyle had a class
05:58later, he had to leave by 8.50. Time always passes so quickly. Just before Kyle closed the diary,
06:06Riddle made an unexpected request. If possible, could you bring some creatures next time?
06:13Creatures. Kyle frowned slightly as he wrote back. Do you need to eat? I could just bring some cooked
06:20ones from the kitchen. No, I don't need food. I've just always liked magical creatures, back in school,
06:28too, and I'd like to see them again. They don't have to be rare. A fairy or a bowtruckle would be fine,
06:35they're easy to find near the Forbidden Forest. Kyle hesitated. But Tom, can you actually see them?
06:44Of course. You just need to place them in the diary, and I'll be able to see them.
06:50Well, alright. I'll go to the Forbidden Forest over the weekend. Kyle agreed casually and quickly
06:57left the room of requirement. Riddle's sudden interest in animals didn't seem to have anything
07:02to do with nuts, but Kyle didn't have time to wonder about his intentions. There were only five
07:08minutes left until his first transfiguration class, and if he was late. Ugh, an angry Professor
07:14McGonagall was far scarier than Voldemort. Channel Dream Novel. Chapter 287, The Professor's Club
07:22Kyle barely made it to the classroom just as the lesson was about to start, and Professor McGonagall
07:27only gave him a glance without saying a word. Transfiguration class for third years had already
07:33begun, and today's task was to turn a button into a beetle, the exact opposite of the exercise
07:38second years were tackling. Although the goal involved the same objects, the level of difficulty
07:44was worlds apart. By the end of class, Kyle was the only student who had managed to complete
07:50the assignment successfully. Professor McGonagall observed the beetle scurrying around on the table
07:56and promptly awarded Hufflepuff 15 points. As for the others. Kanna had managed to produce
08:02a beetle, but it was stiff and couldn't fly, moving only in an awkward, jerky manner, a half-finished
08:08transformation at best. Most students only succeeded in molding their buttons roughly into the shape
08:14of a beetle. As the class ended, students began to file out of the room, but Professor McGonagall
08:20stopped Kyle before he could leave. Stay behind for a moment, I need to talk to you.
08:27Yes, Professor, Kyle replied, nodding as he remained where he was. Once the room had emptied,
08:34Professor McGonagall smiled and asked, are you interested in joining my Transfiguration Club?
08:40Transfiguration Club? It's a club I run personally, Professor McGonagall explained.
08:45Twice a week, I teach some advanced material beyond what's covered in class. This isn't exam-related,
08:53it's more of an enrichment class. What do you say? Are you interested?
08:59Of course, Kyle answered without hesitation. I'd be happy to join. Professor McGonagall was one of
09:06the foremost masters of Transfiguration in the Wizarding World. If she held a Transfiguration
09:12Club outside of Hogwarts, people would be lining up with galleons in hand for a chance to attend,
09:17no matter the cost. Kyle had no reason to refuse. Very well. Meetings will be every Wednesday and
09:25Friday evening at 7 o'clock, said Professor McGonagall. Wednesday. Isn't that today? Kyle quickly asked,
09:34where should I go? Is it in the Transfiguration classroom? No, Professor McGonagall chuckled.
09:42It's on the 8th floor of the castle, near the right corridor, behind a painting of two goats.
09:48I'll definitely be there on time, Kyle replied. After saying goodbye to Professor McGonagall,
09:55Kyle walked out of the Transfiguration classroom, where Kanna was waiting for him by the door.
09:59What did Professor McGonagall want with you? She asked. Nothing much, Kyle replied nonchalantly.
10:08She just invited me to join her Transfiguration club. As he spoke, he tilted his head slightly,
10:14ready to enjoy the look of surprise on her face. Oh, so it's a club, Kanna responded casually,
10:21not even turning her head. I joined Professor Snape's Potions Club at the beginning of the semester.
10:27Why are you only joining one now? Huh? Kyle asked, a bit taken aback. Professor Snape,
10:36has a club too? Of course. Every professor can run their own club and invite students from third
10:43year onwards to join, Kanna explained. By sixth year, members can go straight into the professor's
10:49advanced class. Didn't you know? Kyle shook his head. He really hadn't known. That's what Professor
10:58Snape told me, Kanna said, turning to look at him. I thought you'd been invited to a club at the start
11:04of the semester too. I didn't expect yours to be so late. Haha. Maybe the professor was just busy,
11:12Kyle replied with a dry chuckle, then quickly changed the subject. By the way, what's our next class?
11:19Charms. After Charms' class ended, it seemed the professors really had coordinated, as Professor
11:26Flitik also extended an invitation to Kyle to join his club. I'd love to. Kyle said, then hesitated.
11:34But I already promised to join Professor McGonagall's Transfiguration Club. Is that okay? Of course,
11:42Professor Flitik said with a smile. In fact, many outstanding students do just that. Take Bill
11:49Weasley, for example. I believe you know him. I know, Kyle nodded. The eldest Weasley, working as a
11:58curse-breaker for Gringotts. Yes, that's right. When he was at Hogwarts, he joined three clubs,
12:05Charms, Transfiguration, and Potions. Professor Flitik gave him a little wink. I think you can
12:13manage it too. I'm not so sure. Kyle thought to himself. There was no way Snape would ever invite
12:21him to join his club. And even if he did, Kyle would be suspicious about what Snape might have
12:27planned. After learning that he could join multiple clubs, Kyle accepted Professor Flitik's invitation
12:32gladly. The Charms Club met in an empty classroom in the West Tower on Mondays and Saturdays.
12:39Joining two clubs back-to-back would certainly keep him busy, but Kyle knew it was well worth it.
12:46Opportunities like these didn't come to everyone. The day flew by, and soon it was 6.50 p.m. Kyle
12:52stood in the hallway on the eighth floor, scanning the portraits with some confusion. He'd already
12:58walked up and down the corridor once but hadn't seen any painting with two goats.
13:02There was one painting with a single goat, though. Kyle approached the painting at the end of the
13:08corridor, studying the image of a goat grazing next to an old wizard. As he got closer, the old
13:14wizard in the painting barked, Hey, kid, don't stand so close. You're so fluffy, you'll dirty the frame.
13:23Sorry. Kyle stepped back, then asked, Do you happen to have a second goat here?
13:28Unless you plan on drawing me one yourself? The old wizard replied with a dismissive glance.
13:35But I do have a donkey, if you're interested. He gestured toward a painting opposite, where a
13:41knight held a donkey, shouting provocations. Kyle didn't particularly mind, but the old wizard
13:47grimaced and grumbled, It's so noisy, can't you make him quiet down? Kyle had an idea.
13:53He transformed a multi-flavored bean into a thick velvet curtain and draped it over the
13:59knight's portrait, muting the sounds considerably. Not bad for a transfiguration spell, the old
14:05wizard remarked, but I only have one goat. Actually. Kyle chuckled. That goat keeps looking around as
14:13if it's searching for something. If I'm not mistaken, you must be an animagus, Mr. Dick Angus.
14:19You know me. The old wizard raised an eyebrow in surprise.
14:25Just a guess, Kyle replied. You're mentioned in the Beginner's Guide to Transfiguration,
14:31the renowned 18th century animagus who once turned a dragon into a goat and managed to keep it that
14:36way for an entire hour. Ah, that's ancient history, nothing worth mentioning, the old wizard said,
14:42waving it off. Then, he rose and left the frame, muttering, Minerva always has me running around.
14:49When he returned, he had transformed into the likeness of a goat. At the same time,
14:55the top and bottom edges of the frame expanded, growing larger and larger. The golden lines around
15:02it intertwined, slowly forming something that looked very much like a doorknob.
15:07Channel Dream Novel.
15:09Chapter 288, Transfiguration Club The Frame had transformed completely into a door.
15:14Kyle reached for the knob, and with a quiet click, the door swung open.
15:20Inside was a room that resembled the usual Transfiguration classroom, though it felt more
15:25intimate with only a handful of people seated around. Including Professor McGonagall and Kyle
15:30himself, there were exactly ten people present. On average, it seemed only two students per year
15:37were admitted to McGonagall's Transfiguration Club, a clear indication of the high standards she
15:42upheld for membership. As Kyle stepped in, he was greeted by a round of applause, with one person
15:48in particular clapping the loudest from the back of the room.
15:52Cedric? Kyle said in surprise as he recognized the student.
15:57When you left the common room, didn't you say you were going to the kitchen to grab something to eat?
16:03Err, sorry, Kyle, Cedric replied sheepishly, scratching his head.
16:07Professor McGonagall asked me not to mention anything.
16:12It's true, I asked him to keep it a secret, Professor McGonagall confirmed with a smile.
16:18I wanted to ensure you found the entrance on your own, as that's considered the first test.
16:23And it seems you've done well. Take a seat, won't you?
16:28She gestured toward an empty chair near the round table.
16:31Everyone sat around this single table, leaving an open spot between Cedric and Percy, clearly intended
16:37for Kyle. As he walked over, Kyle noticed something curious, the spot reserved for him had only a small,
16:45low square stool, quite unlike the comfortable chairs with wide backs and plush velvet cushions
16:50that everyone else was seated in. The other club members were watching him with an amused curiosity,
16:55and Kyle instantly understood. This was the second test. If he couldn't perform a simple
17:02transfiguration spell, he'd be stuck attending the session perched awkwardly on this low stool.
17:07But Kyle wasn't about to let that happen. He took out his wand and gave it a deft wave.
17:14The small stool transformed into a brand new velvet armchair, identical to the others.
17:20Another round of applause broke out, and some of the older students began introducing themselves to
17:25Kyle, signaling his official acceptance into the club. Besides himself and Cedric,
17:30there was only one other third year and fourth year in attendance. In fifth year, two Slytherins
17:36and a Ravenclaw were members, though Kyle wasn't familiar with any of them. Among the sixth years,
17:43Percy Weasley was joined by Ravenclaw prefect Penelope Clearwater, who was the first to greet Kyle
17:48warmly. The remaining students were all in seventh year. Once Kyle had settled into his seat,
17:55Professor McGonagall waved her wand, and a copy of Transfiguration Today appeared in front of each
18:00student. I managed to get an advance copy of the latest issue, Professor McGonagall announced.
18:07Today, we'll be discussing it. Choose an article that interests you most, and share your thoughts with
18:13the group. Yes, Professor McGonagall, the students replied in unison, before the quiet sound of pages
18:20turning filled the room. Unlike their structured classroom lessons, the club encouraged open
18:26discussions and sharing of interpretations and personal insights. Professor McGonagall's role was
18:32more of a facilitator, guiding the discussions, helping when someone hit a roadblock, and gently
18:37steering everyone's thinking in the right direction. The room buzzed with an atmosphere of deep focus,
18:43and the liveliest debates came from the fifth and sixth years, led by Percy. They had selected an
18:49article on interspecies multiple metamorphosis, a cutting-edge topic in Transfiguration studies.
18:56Percy eagerly shared his own theories and insights, clearly passionate about the subject.
19:02It was evident he was preparing to submit an article on the topic before graduation.
19:07Transfiguration Today awarded a most promising newcomer prize for young wizards still at Hogwarts,
19:12a prestigious accolade that could greatly enhance Percy's prospects at the Ministry of Magic after
19:17graduation. By the time the club wrapped up, it was eight o'clock. After Professor McGonagall gave a
19:24closing summary and answered a few lingering questions, the group left the room on the eighth
19:29floor, heading back to their respective common rooms.
19:32How did it feel? Cedric asked as he and Kyle walked down the corridor together.
19:39Really productive and efficient, Kyle replied, glancing at the few sheets of parchment he'd taken
19:44notes on. It would be even better if we could do it every day. Professor McGonagall probably wouldn't
19:51agree, Cedric chuckled. I don't think she has that much spare time. Yeah, I know. They continued down the
19:59hallway toward the kitchens. Just before entering the Hufflepuff common room, Kyle turned to Cedric
20:05with a serious expression. Mr. Diggory, he began. Are you still going to the kitchen for a snack?
20:13I can wait for you. Cedric looked a bit embarrassed. Oh, come on. Look, Professor McGonagall asked me to
20:22keep it a secret. I really didn't have a choice. Besides, I was confident that painting wouldn't
20:28give you any trouble. I'm flattered by your confidence, Kyle replied with a sidelong glance.
20:35But Professor McGonagall also told us to avoid nighttime excursions. So why'd you forget that when
20:41you followed us into the Forbidden Forest last time? That was different, Cedric protested.
20:47I was, keeping an eye out. You know, making sure Filch didn't catch you. Yeah, I don't buy it,
20:55Kyle replied flatly. Fine. I don't believe me either, Cedric sighed. How about I treat you to
21:03a butterbeer to make it up to you? Kyle raised an eyebrow. Are you trying to steal Fred and George's
21:10job now? What else can I do? Cedric replied helplessly. Kyle thought for a moment. I'll tell
21:19you what, just say, the Vimborn Wasps are the best Quidditch team, and I'll let it go. In your dreams.
21:27Cedric's face went pale. Those ruffians are league bottom material. They don't even understand the art
21:34of Quidditch. Actually, the Wasps placed second in this year's league, Kyle said with a grin. It was
21:41the cannons who came last. That's just a temporary setback. Cedric insisted, his face resolute. I'm
21:49sure they'll catch up and reclaim their former glory. If being at the bottom for 30 years is temporary,
21:55maybe they'll turn things around in 50. Or, who knows, a hundred years. Ha, we'll see, and we'll see
22:04who's laughing then. Cedric tapped the entrance barrel with his wand and walked into the common room
22:09without looking back. Channel Dream Novel. Chapter 289, Dumbledore Divination
22:16The second Saturday of the term was the day for Quidditch team recruitment, though this year was a bit
22:21different. Surprisingly, none of the four houses needed to recruit new players, every team was
22:27sticking with last year's lineup, except for a single new addition, Draco Malfoy. All the other
22:34players were familiar faces. Kyle watched from the stands at the Quidditch pitch, but after just five
22:39minutes, he found himself bored. This wasn't worth his time, he'd much rather be deep in discussion about
22:46rooms with Riddle. He'd already fulfilled Riddle's peculiar request, though not exactly as planned.
22:53Instead of bringing a fairy or a bowtruckle, Kyle had found something else.
22:58Sorry, Tom, Kyle explained, placing a woodlouse on the diary.
23:03Hagrid spotted me on the way to the Forbidden Forest. He's the gamekeeper, and he doesn't exactly
23:09let students wander there. But I found this, he said, gesturing to the woodlouse. As a snack for
23:17a bowtruckle, a woodlouse might be a stretch, but it could still be considered a magical creature in its
23:22own small way. Riddle didn't seem to mind the substitution and instead showed unexpected interest
23:28in Kyle's encounter. Rubius Hagrid, you say? Yeah, that's his name. Do you know him? As a matter of
23:37fact, we were classmates. He was expelled in the end, though, for a rather serious incident,
23:44Riddle wrote, his script appearing in neat, flowing lines. Would you like to know what happened?
23:49I can show you. No. Kyle wrote back quickly, unbothered by the invitation. I'm just focused
23:58on my studies. Let's stick to discussing the runes. What I meant, Riddle persisted, was that
24:05Rubius Hagrid was expelled due to a legend connected to Hogwarts itself, the legend of Slytherin's
24:10Chamber of Secrets, Chamber of Secrets. Greenhouses? What's that got to do with me? Studying is the
24:19only thing that makes me happy, Kyle replied dismissively. Before Riddle's words could fade,
24:25Kyle filled the page with more of his questions. Oh, by the way, I still have questions about the
24:31symbol 4th light. Is there an alternative ordering for the runes in its formation?
24:37Kyle continued to list his queries, filling up every inch of available space. Riddle paused,
24:43slightly thrown off. This was the first time he'd encountered someone completely uninterested
24:49in a Hogwarts legend, let alone the notorious Chamber of Secrets. Still, not wanting to risk
24:55suspicion, he abandoned his original plan and focused on answering Kyle's rune-related questions
25:00instead. Their conversation went on for quite some time, covering numerous details about rune
25:06combinations and enchantment theories. When the clock struck 6pm, Kyle closed the diary and made his
25:13way to the West Tower to attend Professor Flitick's Charms Club. The Charms Club was far larger than
25:19McGonagall's Transfiguration Club, with around 20 students in attendance. Though the faces were new
25:25to him, the club's activities turned out to be engaging. The sessions were very hands-on, with a
25:32focus on practical spellwork and activities that resembled dueling exercises, making it both challenging
25:37and enjoyable for Kyle. Kyle had undeniably become busier since joining the Professor's clubs,
25:43especially after October began. On top of everything, three times a week Quidditch practice
25:49had also started. To help manage Kyle's packed schedule, Harris adjusted the team's practice
25:55days so they wouldn't conflict with his club commitments. As a result, Kyle now had plans every
26:01night, whether he was heading to the 8th floor, the West Tower, or the Quidditch pitch, only returning to
26:07the common room just before curfew. With his workload piling up, Kyle found himself so overwhelmed
26:13that he seriously considered applying for a time-turner again. There was no way around it,
26:19while Professor McGonagall had allowed him to skip some classes, he was still required to complete the
26:24assignments to demonstrate his learning progress. To squeeze out every possible moment, Kyle set his
26:30sights on defense against the dark arts. Although it was a core subject that he couldn't afford to miss,
26:36he found he could still work on other things during class. While Lockhart was up at the lectern,
26:42reading aloud from one of his books, Kyle sat in the last row, quill in hand, writing on parchment.
26:48To anyone glancing his way, it might seem like he was diligently taking notes. But a closer look
26:55would reveal that his writing had nothing to do with Lockhart's lecture. The tea leaves form the shape
27:01of an eagle, which means he has a nemesis. The stick beneath the eagle's talon suggests he will be
27:07attacked. Kanna peered at the parchment and whispered, you have a nemesis. Oh, not me, Kyle replied
27:14casually. I asked the house elves in the kitchen to bring a cup of tea to Professor Dumbledore, and he
27:20drank it. Are you, telling Professor Dumbledore's fortune? Kanna asked, almost without thinking.
27:27Perhaps she had spoken too loudly, as Lockhart's attention shifted their way.
27:33Miss Prince, do you have any questions about this passage, he inquired.
27:38Sorry, Professor, it's actually me, Kyle said, standing up while still holding a copy of
27:44Wanderings with werewolves in his hand. I've never quite understood the principles behind the homorphous
27:50charm you mentioned. Is it a transfiguration spell? Or is it more like a special charm, similar to finite
27:57incantitum, that can counteract magic? Both, my boy, Lockhart replied with a slight pause before
28:04continuing in a lighter tone, although it's quite simple for me, the homorphous charm is actually very
28:09complex and requires extensive knowledge, knowledge that might be difficult for you to grasp.
28:15Kyle looked at him and smiled. If it's you, I'm sure you'd have a way to help us understand.
28:21Of course I could, Lockhart replied with a wink. But it would take several lessons, and I doubt
28:28your headmaster Dumbledore would allow it. But good to see you're engaged, five points to
28:33Hufflepuff. Now, let's carry on. Think about that. Kyle sat back down. Handling Lockhart was
28:42simple enough if you knew the right approach. Thanks. Kanna whispered. But weren't you just
28:49reading a book on divination? How did it suddenly become Wanderings with werewolves?
28:55It hasn't changed, it's still the divination book, Kyle said, spreading the book open in his hands.
29:01I just swapped the covers. I should have guessed, Kanna muttered, before continuing, so you were
29:08really doing Professor Dumbledore's fortune-telling. Pretty accurate, don't you think? Kyle grinned.
29:16Everyone knows that Professor Dumbledore has a nemesis, so it fits perfectly. But about that attack.
29:23Do you think anyone would actually dare to attack Professor Dumbledore?
29:27You never know, Kyle mused, running a thoughtful hand along his chin.
29:32Maybe it's Fox. Haven't you noticed that Professor Dumbledore's beard is getting shorter and shorter?
29:39That's Fox's doing. In a way, it could count as an attack. Kanna frowned, clearly skeptical,
29:46yet unable to find a reason to contradict him. Channel Dream Novel. Chapter 290,
29:53whispers by the ear after class, Kyle hurried to the Great Hall for a quick bite before heading off to
29:58the Quidditch pitch. Even Harris, normally calm, was feeling the pressure now that Slytherin had
30:04upgraded their lineup with seven Nimbus 2001 broomsticks. Those things were fast. Fred and
30:12George had secretly observed a Slytherin practice, and according to them, the players looked like seven
30:17pale green blurs streaking through the sky. It was troubling news for Hufflepuff. The skill gap between
30:24their team and Slytherins had previously been balanced by technique and teamwork, but now that
30:29Slytherin's equipment had advanced, Hufflepuff's skills couldn't be improved fast enough to close
30:34the gap. Faced with no other choice, Harris had focused on creating strategies that might outsmart
30:40Slytherin's green bigwigs through relentless practice. But this approach was not going smoothly.
30:47None of the tactics Harris had devised managed to last beyond a single day. Without fail, each one was
30:54scrapped halfway through practice. Today was no different. As dusk settled, Kyle trudged back to
31:01the castle, worn out. After nearly a month of intense studying and training, he was starting to
31:07feel the effects. His head felt heavy, and he could think of nothing but crawling into bed and sleeping
31:13for hours. If only there was a time-turner. Kyle thought wistfully. Just as he entered the castle,
31:21he encountered Professor McGonagall. I was hoping to find you, she said, handing him a letter.
31:28I'm afraid your second application for a time-turner has been denied. Again.
31:34Kyle took the letter, feeling his headache worsen. Because there aren't any left.
31:39Exactly, replied Professor McGonagall, nodding. They've informed us that this year is an exception,
31:46all time-turners are in use. Kyle glanced at the letter in his hand, which was short and to the
31:51point, Dear Albus Dumbledore, unfortunately, due to exceptional circumstances, all time-turners are
31:58currently in use, and we must restrict their availability until June of next year.
32:03We hope you understand.
32:05Yours sincerely, Broderick Bode, Department of Mysteries, Dumbledore.
32:09Kyle murmured, puzzled. The headmaster submitted the request himself, Professor McGonagall explained,
32:17but it was still turned down. Kyle sighed.
32:21So, there's no chance I'll get to use a time-turner this year.
32:25I'm afraid so, she replied.
32:28Professor McGonagall gave him a sympathetic look, well aware of Kyle's packed schedule.
32:33Both her transfiguration class and Professor Flittick's charms club demanded far more than
32:39typical coursework. And with Kyle taking 12 subjects in total, it was little wonder he
32:44was desperate for a time-turner. But there was nothing more she could do, the Department
32:49of Mysteries controlled all time-turners, and their decision was final. As Kyle stared down
32:55at the letter, he suddenly heard a noise, a sound that didn't belong to the wind or the
32:59quiet flicker of a nearby candle. It was an ancient, low voice, mechanical and cold, utterly
33:06devoid of emotion.
33:08Come here, come here. I can give you whatever you desire.
33:13Kyle's hand shook, and he nearly tore the letter in his grip.
33:17What?
33:18Kyle looked up sharply.
33:21I'm sorry, Kyle, but you won't be able to use the time-turner this year, Professor McGonagall
33:26said softly.
33:28It's not that, Professor, Kyle replied, shaking his head.
33:33After a brief hesitation, he added, I just, heard someone talking, like they were calling
33:38me over.
33:40Professor McGonagall glanced around, her expression turning cautious.
33:44She raised her hand, subtly gesturing with her fingers.
33:49Kyle felt a gentle breeze brush past him, moving deeper into the castle.
33:52A few seconds passed. No one is speaking, Kyle.
33:58There's nothing here, Professor McGonagall assured him.
34:02Even the closest person is Mrs. Norris, and she's more than 20 feet away, separated by two
34:08walls. Her voice couldn't possibly reach us.
34:12Maybe I just misheard, Kyle said, rubbing his ears.
34:16Perhaps you're simply exhausted.
34:18I admire your dedication, Kyle, but there are limits.
34:23Professor McGonagall paused thoughtfully, then added, while it's too late to drop any
34:28of your classes, I'll speak with Professors Burbage and Trelawney about waiving your homework
34:32assignments.
34:34As for Quidditch, I suggest limiting your practices to just once a week.
34:39And remember, you're free to skip Transfiguration Club meetings whenever you need to.
34:44Hopefully, this will ease some of your burden.
34:47Charity Burbage taught muggle studies, while Trelawney handled divination, both subjects
34:52where exam results weren't of utmost importance.
34:55But what Professor McGonagall didn't know was that Kyle also belonged to a runes club.
35:00On top of the inherent difficulty of learning ancient runes, he was also contending with
35:05traps left behind by riddle, which left him with barely any time to spare.
35:10Training and homework were the least of his worries.
35:12Still, since Professor McGonagall had made the offer, he wasn't about to refuse her help.
35:19After bidding her goodbye, Kyle walked away alone, lost in thought.
35:24Back in the Hufflepuff common room, he saw plenty of students still working on their assignments.
35:29Cedric was absent, likely still on the Quidditch pitch.
35:34As seeker, he was practicing tirelessly, Harris had pinned all his hopes on him.
35:40Kyle exchanged greetings with a few familiar faces before retreating to his dormitory.
35:45Mikkel and Ryan were still out studying, so he had the dorm to himself for now.
35:49He dropped onto his bed, his mind circling back to what had happened at the castle entrance.
35:56Who was it that had spoken?
35:58The basilisk?
36:00That didn't seem likely.
36:02Although a basilisk could travel unseen through the castle's pipes, it would still need someone
36:06to release it.
36:08Besides, Riddle's diary was safely locked in Kyle's suitcase, so there was no risk of it
36:13causing trouble.
36:14The alarms he had set up in the second-floor bathroom hadn't gone off either, which meant
36:19the basilisk was probably still asleep in the Chamber of Secrets.
36:23And then there was the voice itself.
36:26He remembered hearing the basilisk's voice last year, it was cold and emotionless, yes,
36:32but it hadn't sounded old.
36:34If anything, it was surprisingly youthful.
36:37If it wasn't the basilisk, then who could it have been?
36:40Kyle rolled over, staring blankly at a pot of flowers on the windowsill.
36:46Could he really have been so tired that he'd just imagined it?
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