After Nina and Professor Sprout finished treating the Whomping Willow, Karl followed them back to the greenhouse, carrying a large bundle of broken branches.
These were the branches broken by Harry and Ron crashing into the Whomping Willow with a car, and they were considered a rare and reportedly very useful material.
"It seems that besides Hagrid, we now have a new person for heavy lifting," Professor Sprout said, looking at Karl, who was effortlessly carrying the branches.
She smiled kindly, as if she had seen a strong ox or horse.
"Thank you, Dean, but I think you could just pull out your wand; that would definitely be more convenient."
Karl couldn't help but roll his eyes. "My strength is for delivering heavy blows in battle, not for competing to be first in chores."
"magic is certainly convenient, but when dealing with magical plants, it's best for us to do it ourselves and put magic aside."
Professor Sprout shook her dirt-stained robes. "I imagine Mr. Scamander does the same when caring for magical creatures."
Nina nodded in agreement, then winked at Karl with a smile, giving him all her support except for actual help.
Karl: (ー_ー) Ha ha! Sounds convincing! I'd be a fool to believe it!
Finally, under his accusing gaze, Nina felt a little embarrassed, so she pulled out a small twig and held it in her hand.
"See? I'm helping!" Karl: "Oh, wow! Thank goodness for you! I almost couldn't carry it. This little twig must be exhausting to hold, right?"
By then, many young Wizards had already arrived outside the greenhouse for class, all second-year Hufflepuff and Gryffindor students.
Upon seeing the three of them, they immediately rushed over to help.
There were so many people that there weren't even enough branches in Karl's arms to go around.
For example, Hannah, with her two pigtails—oh, wait, they were ponytails—was empty-handed because she was a step behind. Fortunately, Nina handed her the twig she was holding.
After bidding farewell to everyone, Karl and Nina encountered the protagonist trio on their way back to the Castle.
However, except for Hermione, Harry and Ron looked dejected and listless.
"Long time no see, you three. But what's wrong with you two?"
Hermione's speaking speed was as fast as ever. "Ron just received a Howler from his mother in the Great Hall and got yelled at. Harry must be feeling guilty."
"A Howler? That's really a shame—" Karl shook his head regretfully, regretting that he had missed such a famous scene.
"You two don't need to worry too much about this, because everyone will soon forget it. As long as you remember this lesson and don't make similar mistakes again, it'll be fine."
Ron, who was trying to repair his wand with magical tape, groaned, "I hope so—"
Karl glanced at the wand, which once belonged to Charlie and was now almost broken in half.
"Tape won't work. I suggest you go to Headmaster Dumbledore, because he can repair your wand, and it's free."
Although this made Ron a little tempted, as soon as he thought about going to Dumbledore, he immediately started shaking his head frantically, "Let's not!"
"What are you afraid of?" Karl patted his shoulder hard. "Just tell them my name in the Headmasters Office, and you'll definitely get all the drinks and candy you want!"
Harry explained with a bitter smile for Ron, "We don't dare to see Headmaster Dumbledore right now. We haven't finished the self-criticism and guarantee letters he made us write."
"What?!"
Karl feigned shock. "Dumbledore actually made you write self-criticism and guarantee letters? Oh my God! He's really a bad old man!"
Nina: (—_—)
Why does he seem a little strange? It's like there's a tail wagging happily behind him.
After thinking about the time Harry and Ron were punished, Nina tried to keep her expression calm.
Poor Principal Dumbledore!
Not only does he have to take the blame for the bad guy, but he also gets criticized by him.
"Karl! That's not right to say!"
Hermione looked at Karl disapprovingly. "Harry and Ron made mistakes, and Headmaster Dumbledore punishing them is the right thing to do."
"Well said!" Karl nodded at Hermione. "I also think this decision is flawless! Wise and brilliant!"
Harry, Ron, Hermione: —·
"Brother, are you out of your mind? You weren't saying that a second ago!"
Nina: — —
"Good heavens! You switch identities fast enough! All the blame goes to the Principal, and all the praise you take for yourself. Be a person!"
"He didn't wake up well this morning. You two hurry to class. We also have to rush to the classroom."
Smiling awkwardly but politely at the three little ones, Nina dragged Karl away.
"Oh my! This must be kept a secret! If others find out, it would be utterly embarrassing!"
After the new semester began, Karl quickly opened the eyes of all the young Wizards.
When Professor McGonagall mentioned Animagus in Transfiguration Class, she didn't demonstrate the Transfiguration herself. Instead, she called Karl to the podium.
"I just finished explaining the difficulty and complexity of becoming an Animagus. Now, let Karl show you his achievement." Seeing the undisguised pride and satisfaction on Cat Mom's face, Karl immediately began to transform freely, constantly shifting between a Cougar and a human.
This instantly stunned the young Wizards, who couldn't help but gasp in surprise.
Professor McGonagall smiled and led everyone in applause. "I want to tell you all that Karl is the eighth registered Animagus of this century, which is undoubtedly an amazing achievement!"
"So!"
"Do you think Animagus is amazing? Do you also want to learn Animagus like Karl? Then study Transfiguration diligently!"
"I will teach you everything. As long as you study hard, you also have the chance to become the ninth, tenth Animagus!"
Karl: (—_—)
Why do I feel like I've become Cat Mom's display sample?
The Care of Magical Creatures class was held in a clearing in the Forbidden Forest.
To many young Wizards, Professor Silvanus Kettleburn, who taught this course, was somewhat terrifying, as he only had one arm and half a leg, clearly a formidable individual.
Karl wholeheartedly agreed with this!
They all loved magical creatures. Newt relied on his professionalism and strength, Hagrid relied on his half-Giant physique, and Professor Kettleburn—
It's hard to say, perhaps he relied on being incredibly tough.
Once all the students had arrived, Professor Kettleburn began his lecture.
"Welcome to my class. This is a very wise choice, as I will lead you to understand all sorts of magical creatures."
"And don't worry about ending up like me now. As long as you follow instructions and don't touch those dangerous fellows, you'll be fine."
"So, for the first class, let's get to know the Kneazle."
"A few of you, go to the hut and bring over their cages."
"Be careful not to step on the spiders on the ground. These little guys are going crazy; they're everywhere lately, all from the Castle."
Karl, who was chatting with Nina, heard this sentence and couldn't help but curve his lips into a smile.
Since Tom was starting to stir up trouble, Karl was going to have some fun.
Poor lonely ghost!
I'm here, you bastard!
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