Harry Potter: The Atypical Alchemist

The host waved his hand, creating a space for all judges to discuss.

"Before discussing, I have to say that the quality of the harps in the third group is relatively average."

"Yeah," one of the judges said, "we all saw it."

"So... Sister Ramadan's harp is immediately disqualified from the competition." said the only female judge.

"Not necessarily." The boss shook his head, "Aside from the nature of the instrument itself, the level of alchemy is also a very important reference standard. The magical effect of Krum's alchemy is... a bit... .I don’t know how to evaluate it.”

At this time, Egbert raised his hand slightly, "Um, can I say a word?"

"Of course, please say so."

"Thank you." Egbert nodded and said: "According to my observation, your judging criteria are divided into two aspects. Music has its own merits. I don't know much about alchemy, but I hear what you mean. In this round of competition, Mr. Capet is the best, right? Why do you still say 'not necessarily'?"

"Because...we are talking about the second place."

"Hmm!" Egbert closed his mouth.

None of the five judges paid attention to this conversation. In this round of competition, the integrity of Stone’s work was the best, and he seemed to really understand music—perhaps more than the musician next to him, so the first One is uncontroversial.

But between the questions and alchemy, they did not design a weight, so it was a bit difficult to choose the second place.

"Vote?" one of the judges suggested.

"No." The director flatly rejected the proposal.

"why?"

"What do you think?" The principal glanced at him lightly.

Everyone present, except for Nico Flamel, were all locals. Regardless of whether it was fair or not, if word spread, they would be accused of having a shady story.

"Is it a matter of fairness?" Nico Flamel saw what he was thinking.

"Yes." The boss said helplessly, "It's too difficult."

"Actually, it's not impossible." Nico Flamel smiled and said: "Didn't there be an 'axiomatic balance' in the last round? I remember giving it to Stone in Ramadan."

"Huh?" The principal's eyes lit up, "Thank you for reminding me!"

He waved away the surrounding barriers, lit his throat with the wand, and said loudly:

"Now, we announce the first place!"

As soon as these words came out, the venue fell silent instantly.

"The first place is - Stone Cape, congratulations!"

"Whoa, whoa-"

There was thunderous applause, but the people applauding were a little strange. In previous years, the announcement started from the third place. Why did the rules change this year?

But it doesn't matter, they will know it sooner or later, so they don't worry about it anymore.

The applause gradually subsided, and while everyone was waiting for the chief to announce the last two, the chief looked at Stone:

"Mr. Capet, please go get the 'Axiom Scale'. We have to vote on the last two."

"Uh...Okay." Stone stood up.

As soon as he turned around, he saw a figure hurriedly walking out. It was the official from the Ministry of Magic. He didn't expect that such a steady person could be so impatient, and he didn't know what was going on.

who cares.

Stone ran to his room, glancing at the owl in his arms as he passed.

When he came back, the man had already returned to his seat. He didn't care and put the axiom scale on the judges' table.

There were five judges in total, so there was no tie vote. Under everyone's supervision, the judges started voting.

"Ramadan!"

"Krum!"

"Krum!"

"Ramadan!"

After four votes, the decision was handed to Nico Flamel. He thought for a while:

"The harp of Ramadan has certain flaws, but it is better musically, and it better integrates alchemy and music, so I choose - Ramadan."

After the cheers, the chief stood up and said:

"Then, the rankings for this International Youth Alchemy Exchange Conference can be announced and confirmed."

"The first place, Stone Cape, will receive a bonus of five hundred gold coins."

"Second place, Memphis Ramadan and Nyx Ramadan, three hundred gold coins."

"Third place, Axel Krum, two hundred gold coins."

"The awards and celebration dinner will start at eight o'clock in the evening. All wizards are welcome."

After the results were announced, the judging panel left the venue. Under the guidance of the staff, the audience also left the venue in an orderly manner, leaving only four contestants.

"Congratulations!" Nicks said, putting his arm on Stone's shoulder.

"Congratulations." Memphis and Axel also said.

"Thank you."

After looking around, Stone blinked:

"Although there are only four of us left, is it time to exchange gifts?"

"I want the purple flute!" Nyx hugged Stone's wooden box.

"But, I want a piano." Stone looked at the piano in front of him, "But this thing is too big, I can't take it back!"

"Small problem." Krum said, "I'll send you to Hogwarts."

"Really?" Stone said in surprise, how good this is, and it also saves a lot of postage.

Then, he looked at Nyx and saw that she was hugging her tightly and wouldn't let go. Then he looked at Krum sheepishly:

"How about I trade the harp with you? Don't worry, I will fix its problems before giving it to you."

"sure."

Listening to their conversation, Memphis clenched his fists:

"Hey! Is our harp so bad?"

"Yo yo yo -" Stone said and ran away, "The tigress is going to hit someone, Axel, run!"

Axel didn't run, and Memphis certainly didn't do anything to him. She roared and rushed towards Stone. Her legs were very long, and she quickly grabbed Stone and lifted him up like a chicken. Got out.

Stone's pitiful cry for mercy sounded outside the archway.

... ...

The competition was in the morning, but the awards were in the evening. Stone was a little confused at first, but when he walked into the venue, his doubts disappeared instantly.

The ceiling of the venue was curved and had become transparent at this time. The sky was filled with stars. When he entered, there was no artificial light at all. The cool and bright moonlight and starlight were enough to illuminate the entire venue.

"Wow--" Stone exclaimed.

Although the sky at Hogwarts can also be seen, it is made with magic after all, and it is a little less interesting than the real thing.

Moreover, the sky at Hogwarts is rarely sunny, so it is not easy to see the stars.

He tilted his head, and when he was about to talk to Nyx about this matter, the appearance of a figure made him shut his mouth.

——Dumbledore stood on the podium.