Admiral of Hogwarts

"Good evening, Hagrid!" After getting off the bus with his luggage, Veneto greeted Hagrid, who was standing on the platform holding an oil lamp and preparing to lead the freshmen on the traditional trip across the lake. “Do we still need to take a boat in today’s weather?”

"Yes." Hagrid said as he wiped the water from his face with his hand. "I saw Madam Pomfrey brewing a large pot of cold medicine before we set off. I guess I will give the children a drink first when they arrive at school soon."

"I think our freshman year was pretty lucky." Hugo shook his head and said to Veneto as he watched Hagrid gather the freshmen who were soaked like quails together.

Then they followed the flow of people to a muddy road, and then got into the carriage pulled by the Thestral. After closing the door, the carriage started to drive automatically, stumbling along the way.

The carriage rolled forward and passed through the ornate wrought iron gate of the campus. However, what was different from last year was that this year there was a dementor standing on each side of the cast iron gate, and everyone who passed by could not help but shudder.

"How long will these monsters stay here?" After the carriage drove into the iron gate, He Min first breathed a sigh of relief and then asked. "If you stay too long, Hogwarts will probably be no different from Azkaban."

"I read in the newspaper that it seems that these monsters will not be withdrawn until Sirius is captured." Veneto said helplessly.

"Although the Ministry of Magic claims that these things are under their control, I think the situation on the train just now speaks volumes."

While everyone was discussing things about dementors, the carriage increased its speed on a long slope driveway, drove all the way to the front of the castle, and then stopped.

At this time, Hugo received 4.5 destiny points resulting from Harry's running away from home during the summer vacation and the changes in the world on the train just now.

The reason why there are not many points here is because although there have been a lot of changes in specific matters, the overall changes are not that big compared to the original plot.

Climbing up the stone steps in front of the castle, Hugo and the others passed through the huge oak door and walked into the deep front hall; the torches in the front hall were very bright.

There is a magnificent marble staircase leading upstairs. The door leading to the auditorium on the right was open. Just as Hugo and the others were about to enter, they heard a voice shouting: "Potter! Miss Granger! I want to see you two!"

Hugo turned around and saw Professor McGonagall, the vice-principal, shouting across the crowd. Upon seeing this, Hermione said hello to Hugo, then squeezed through the crowd and walked towards where Professor McGonagall was standing.

Different from the previous two years, this year many people came to say hello as soon as Hugo sat down at the table. It seemed that everyone was curious about the alchemy competition during the holidays and the process of him obtaining the first-class Merlin Order.

In addition, the attack of the Dementors on the train and the bald eagle patron saint of the company are also hot topics for everyone. Many people are discussing the content about Dementors and Azkaban.

Everyone's voices became louder and louder until Professor Dumbledore announced that the sorting ceremony had begun. They then became quiet and watched the group of first-year students who looked like drowned rats on stage to be sorted into different schools.

Because Professor McGonagall had something to do this year, the person in charge of the sorting ceremony was Professor Flitwick, whose qualifications were second only to Professor McGonagall.

He used a clever magic to float himself less than 1 meter above the ground, then held the list in one hand and the sorting hat in the other and started sorting the freshmen.

The sorting ceremony ended quickly. As Professor Flitwick walked out of the auditorium holding an ancient hat and a three-legged stool, there was warm applause in the hall, and everyone couldn't wait to have a feast.

"It seems that I just missed the sorting ceremony." At this moment, Hermione ran in from the auditorium door with her waist hunched over, and then sat in the empty seat next to Hugo.

Just as Hermione was sitting down, Principal Dumbledore stood up from his seat. He first looked around the auditorium and expressed his welcome to everyone. Then he talked about something very seriously.

"I have a few words to say to all of you, and one of them is very serious. I think it would be better to make this clear before you are confused by this delicious meal..."

"You must all know that the Dementors searched the Hogwarts Express before. Currently, our school has to receive a number of Dementors from Azkaban. They are here to perform official duties of the Ministry of Magic. "

At this point, Professor Dumbledore stopped. And many students also focused their attention on the companies sitting behind the teacher's desk.

For Dumbledore, the attack, while extremely irritating, was not entirely without reward. At least the company used the Patronus Charm to further prove that it is definitely not some evil dark wizard.

After everyone's discussion subsided a little, Dumbledore's face suddenly became serious, and he spoke in a solemn tone that everyone could remember.

"While they are here, I must make it clear that no one is allowed to leave the school without permission. Dementors are not to be deceived by tricks or disguises - not even an invisibility cloak."

"Dementors are not born to understand requests or excuses. Therefore, I warn each of you: Do not give them any excuse to harm you."

"At the same time, the prefects in the school, as well as our newly appointed President of the Boy's Student Union and President of the Girl's Student Union, you must ensure that no student will conflict with the dementors."

When Professor Dumbledore said this, Percy on the Gryffindor table puffed up his chest and looked around impressively. The golden badge with the letter P was shining on his chest.

There was silence in the hall. Everyone seemed to be frightened by the principal's warning. No one moved or made a sound. Because everyone knows that when the principal reminds everyone like this, it means that the situation is indeed very serious.

"Okay, let's talk about something that makes people happy." Principal Dumbledore was very satisfied that everyone listened to what he said, so he said with a smile.

"This year, I'm delighted to welcome two new teachers to our ranks." "First, there's Professor Lupin, who has graciously agreed to fill the Defense Against the Dark Arts vacancy."

Dumbledore stepped aside, motioned for everyone to look towards the teacher's chair, and took the lead in applauding.

There was only some sporadic, less than enthusiastic applause in the auditorium.

Because in the wizarding world, ability is basically directly linked to social status, at least wizards who can be professors at Hogwarts should not be so miserable. Therefore, Lupine, who was dressed shabbily, had to make people doubt his level.

"As for the second teacher we appointed," after the less than enthusiastic applause for Professor Lupine died down. Dumbledore continued.

"Well, I regret to tell you that our Care of Magical Creatures teacher, Professor Kettleburn, retired at the end of last year to spend more time with his remaining rascals."

"However, I am pleased to say that his vacancy has been filled by none other than Rubeus Hagrid, who has agreed to take on the role of teacher in addition to his role as gamekeeper."