Hogwarts Pet Master

At this time, two middle-aged men walked in from outside, one of whom Kerry had met during the summer vacation-Barty Crouch.

Dumbledore stepped forward and welcomed the two of them to the professor's chair.

"——I want to explain our activity procedures for this school year. But first, please allow me to introduce two guests, because there are still some people who don't know them. This is Mr. Barty Crouch, Director of the International Cooperation Department of the Ministry of Magic," ——There was sparse applause in the hall——"This is Mr. Ludo Bagman, Director of the Department of Physical Education and Sports of the Ministry of Magic."

Bagman received much more applause than Crouch, not only because he looked much more friendly, but also because he was once famous as a batsman, and many boys knew him.

Bagman smiled and waved to the students, while Crouch looked cold and indifferent. He just observed the students. When he saw Kerry, he paused briefly.

Kerry had a smile on his face. He noticed Crouch's gaze. He smiled and nodded to greet the other person.

After Crouch saw Kerry's smile, he immediately looked elsewhere.

"Our Triwizard Tournament is only possible thanks to Mr Bagman and Mr Crouch who have worked tirelessly over the past few months to arrange the Triwizard Tournament," said Dumbledore Said, "They will form a judging panel together with me, Professor Karkaroff and Mrs. Maxim to judge the efforts of the warriors."

Upon hearing this, all the students immediately became energetic. Their eyes were fixed on Dumbledore, wishing they could make their ears bigger so that they could hear what was coming next.

Dumbledore also seemed to notice their sudden silence. He smiled slightly and said, "Please, our Professor of Life, Mr. Filch, please bring up the box."

When the students of Beauxbatons and Durmstrang heard about the position of "Professor of Life", they all looked curiously at Filch who was standing in the corner. Their schools did not have such a position. At this time, Filch In his hand he held a large wooden box inlaid with jewels.

When they saw each other's face with a kind smile but an overall unattractive look, they immediately set their sights on the big wooden box.

The box looks very old. If it were brand new, it would look very good. But now this box can't even compare to the appearance of an ordinary wooden box. Only the vicissitudes of that age have brought it a trace of elegance. Mystery.

The students watched in fascination, and many of them talked enthusiastically about what would be inside.

Filch placed the large wooden box on Dumbledore's desk. Dumbledore thanked him softly, then looked at the students and said, "Mr. Crouch and Mr. Bagman have carefully reviewed the specific events for this year's Warriors competition, and they have also made many necessary arrangements for each event. There are three projects in total, each taking place at different times throughout the school year."

"This competition will last for such a long time throughout the year? Then we will have some fun things to do in the next time." Simo said loudly with a smile, his voice was very penetrating, and the students around him They all heard what he said.

"'Interesting fact'? Just you? Kerry didn't say anything, so what qualifications do you have to say such a thing?" Dean said mercilessly.

When the surrounding students heard this, they all turned their attention to Kerry.

When Beauxbatons and Durmstrang students saw this, they also looked over, and then they saw the students at Hogwarts looking at a rather handsome wizard who looked pretty good. He doesn't look like he is 17 years old.

Kerry looked confused: "???" I didn't say anything, and I never thought about causing trouble in the Triwizard Tournament. My current goal is the Talisman Horse, and I don't have time. There is no time to worry about the game, and there is no time to cause trouble.

But no matter what Kerry's thoughts are now, both Professor McGonagall and Snape looked at Kerry with murderous eyes - please pay attention to me, if you do anything to Hogwarts It's embarrassing, so don't blame us for being rude.

Kerry showed an innocent expression, but this did not make the two professors look away - Bao Bao was feeling bitter, but Bao Bao would not say anything. In the end, he could only endure all kinds of looks and pretend that nothing happened.

"Three events will test warriors in many different ways...test their magical talents - their courage, their powers of reasoning - and, of course, their ability to overcome danger," Dumbledore continued.

Hearing the last sentence, the hall instantly became quiet. They all knew that the most important thing in this game was the last point, and "defeating the danger" was the most important thing in the entire game. After all, the mortality rate in previous games was no joke.

"Normally there will be three warriors participating in this competition, representing Hogwarts, Beauxbatons and Durmstrang respectively. But this is normal... and what I know... Many students under the age of 17 began to study how to break the screening magic we arranged." Dumbledore looked at the Hogwarts students present.

Many students lowered their heads with guilty expressions, while some students were looking at Dumbledore excitedly, such as the Weasley twins and their little friend Jordan. They all understood what Dumbledore said. Deep meaning.

"I will not stop you. If you, as students, have the ability to break the magic that I, the other two principals, Mr. Crouch and Mr. Bagman have arranged, then I sincerely congratulate you. You have won the opportunity to participate in the third round. Qualifications for the strong competition."

In an instant, Madame Maxime, Karkaroff, Crouch, Bagman and the other professors all looked at Dumbledore in surprise and confusion.

The hall became silent for a moment, and then huge cheers erupted, and the students of Hogwarts under the age of 17 immediately cheered.

Dumbledore looked at the scene with a bright smile on his face.

"Dumbledore, why do you have to make your own decisions? I hope you can give us an explanation." Crouch stood up and asked.

"Barty, are you not confident in your magic? Only children under the age of 17 cannot be screened. Do you think they have the ability to crack the magic we jointly arranged?" Dumbledore asked.

Crouch looked into Dumbledore's eyes and sat back in his chair after a few seconds.

Dumbledore looked at the other professors and guests, "I hope to take this opportunity to increase students' enthusiasm for learning magic. I believe that students' magic scores will improve dramatically during this period." He chuckled.

The professor and guests showed relief.

At this time, Mrs. Maxim and Karkaroff secretly cursed Dumbledore for his cunningness. They did not expect that the other party could think of such a way to mobilize students' enthusiasm. At the same time, they secretly cursed themselves for being stupid for not bringing all the students here, and now only Hogwarts was the one to benefit.

Having said this, Dumbledore pulled out his wand and tapped the lid of the box three times.The lid slowly creaked open.Dumbledore reached in and pulled out a large, roughly carved wooden goblet.The cup itself was unremarkable at all, but it was filled with dancing blue-white flames.

The cup was held high so that everyone could clearly see it.

"Our screening method is very simple. Everyone can easily participate, but whether you can pass or not depends on your individual strength. Every student who wants to run for the Warriors must write his name and school name in A piece of parchment and throw it into this goblet," said Dumbledore.

"Originally, we had 24 hours to select warriors, but I postponed the time to next week without authorization. As for whether there are warriors under 17 years old, it depends on your own ability. I can only help you so far. Yes." He continued.

"Finally, the goblet will be in the foyer tomorrow morning, and I'm going to draw an age line around it. No one under seventeen can cross that line. So those who want to participate but are under seventeen, The first thing to break is the magic of this boundary."

Many students suddenly showed bitter expressions.

"Oh, no, why are there so many problems to solve! There is only one week!" Fred and George screamed at the same time.

Their words were recognized by many students, but no one dared to protest to Dumbledore. It was already good to get a chance to participate now. If this opportunity was lost after the protest, it would be over.

Hermione also looked eager to give it a try.

"What? You want to participate too?" Kerry asked with a smile.

Harry, Ron and Neville all looked at Hermione.

"I don't want to participate, but I want to break the magic set by Dumbledore and the others. This is a good challenge."

Several friends looked like "I knew it".

On the Slytherin side, Draco also looked excited at this time. He also wanted to participate in the Triwizard Tournament. This was an opportunity to prove the boy's courage.

"Finally, I would like to remind every student who wants to participate in the election to note that this competition is not a child's play. I believe everyone is aware of the mortality rate over the years, so don't participate rashly.

Once a warrior is chosen by the Goblet of Fire, he must see the game through to the end. Whoever puts his name into the cup actually forms a magical contract that must be observed.

Once you become a warrior, you are not allowed to change your mind. So please think twice before you put your name in the cup and make sure you really want to compete. Okay, I think it's time for everyone to go to bed. Good night to all. "Dumbledore said finally.

The sound of chairs being dragged was immediately heard in the hall, and many students under the age of 17 rushed out like rockets when Dumbledore said good night. They are not going back to the dormitory, they are rushing to the library. The problem to be solved has been given, but the time is so short that it is nerve-wracking. Everyone wants to seize every minute.

So many people rushed to the library, but Hermione, who was a top student, did not do so. She was very calm at this time. She walked slowly beside Kerry, her face showing that she was thinking.

"What? What method have you thought of?" Kerry asked.

Harry, Ron and Neville turned their faces towards each other.

"I don't think that boundary is a problem. There are many kinds of magic and potions that can change one's age. I know all of these and can use or make them with a little practice." Hermione said thoughtfully.

Then - Kerry noticed that after Hermione said this, there were many more people around them.

"The key point is how the goblet selects warriors. What can it discern from the names we write? What factors affect its magic rules."

"Yes! What factors affect its magical rules?" Seamus came over and said, his face almost touching Kerry's face.

"Hey! Go away, I don't like being so close to a boy." Kerry pushed his face away in disgust.

"Oh! We've known each other for so many years, don't be so outspoken! You usually have the most solutions. Have you figured out how to solve it now? Can you tell me?"

Seamus' words caused more people to come over. These people were very close and surrounded them airtight. It looked like they would not leave unless Kerry told him.

"Spread out, don't tell me that I don't know how to solve it now. Even if I do, I won't tell you if you surround me like this." Kerry threatened.

Then everyone quickly dispersed and looked at Kerry with pitiful eyes.

Kerry: ..., please, you guys are not cute, so just don’t look like this, okay? It's easy to get beaten like this!

"Okay, the goblet will be put out tomorrow. If I have a way, I will tell you. But to be clear, I will only tell you how to break the age boundary. As for the screening, I will not tell you even if I know it. Yours, after all, this is a life-threatening matter. If you don’t have enough strength, don’t even think about it.”

"No, just tell us how to crack the filter of the goblet!" Seamus said coyly, pretending to be a girl.

Kerry's forehead was covered with black lines at this time. Not only him, but the others were also in the same situation.

"Brother, can you stop being like this? It's easy for us to misunderstand you as a biantai (homophone: Bian Tai). If you do this again, I will beat you impulsively." Andy clenched his fists and his whole body trembled. said.

It can be seen from his appearance that he is trying his best to control his fist and prevent it from swinging towards his little friend Seamus.

"Yeah!"

"..."

The surrounding students all made a sound of recognition for Dean. It's okay to pretend to be cute, but we can't accept it when you pretend to be so coy and biantai.

Simo looked at the unkind eyes around him, and his expression immediately became indifferent. "Brother Kerry, I hope you can inform me as soon as you come up with something." He said indifferently, and ran away immediately after saying that. He was afraid that if he ran a step slower, he would be beaten.

"Please, Kerry!!" the people around said again, pretending to be pitiful.

Kerry: "...Okay! If there is any way, I will inform you as soon as possible. We will leave now. Thank you everyone!"

After saying that, he immediately left with a few friends. He couldn't stay here anymore. He was really afraid that he could not control himself and used attack magic on this group of people. In the final analysis, it was all Simo's fault for letting him see such a disgusting scene. He thought that he must Find a way to trick Seamo, otherwise you will be sorry for yourself.