Neville was confused when Lockhart called him by name.
I just came over to watch a show. What do you need from me?
Seeing Neville's delay in responding, Lockhart thought he was afraid, so he comforted him: "Don't be afraid, young man. I won't do anything harsh."
'It's really too hard to deal with the professor, but this time there will definitely be no problem. ’ Lockhart thought.
He chose Neville for a reason. Neville is a member of the disciplinary team. First of all, he has a reputation. In fact, he must not be too strong. According to Lockhart's information, this little wizard named Neville Longbottom is a very good person. A cowardly, crybaby guy who is easy to deal with and very obedient, making him a very suitable person to use as a 'test material'.
Hmm. His news came from Seamus of Gryffindor a year ago.
As for the fact that Neville's first-year final grade was sixth, he didn't even consider it.
What's so strange about being the sixth grader? When Lockhart was a student, he was also the first grader in Ravenclaw.
In fact, he has also considered Harry. In terms of fame, Harry Potter belongs to the entire Hogwarts. But he does not dare to try easily. What if Potter is really strong? Lockhart still took the rumors coming from Slytherin very seriously. Being defeated by Snape with a curse could be explained as an example. If he was defeated by a second-year wizard, he would be very embarrassed. Even if he is the famous Harry Potter.
He is here to gain popularity and attention, not to embarrass himself.
Lockhart didn't want others to rise to the top based on his fame.
Selling and earning Galleons is the most important thing.
Of course, it would be better if we could promote shampoo along the way.
"Come on, come up and face me." Lockhart walked over and gave Neville a push, but found that there was no push.
'Look, the body is tense and stiff. As long as you get on stage, shouldn’t you be left to your own devices? As long as you set a small example, you can attract a lot of attention again. '
He quickly pushed Neville onto the stage.
Neville and Lockhart?
The members of the disciplinary team all showed strange expressions.
Perhaps in the eyes of outsiders, Neville is the least valued member of the disciplinary team, purely a make-up person.
As Neville himself said, he doesn't like to be in the spotlight and is an outlier among Gryffindors. He is also the one in the entire discipline group who likes to work hard, constantly exercising, constantly absorbing knowledge, and constantly Practice the spell.
But if you think Neville is easy to bully, you are totally wrong.
His visible progress is obvious to all members of the discipline team.
Not only the disciplinary team, but also Snape and Flitwick looked weird. They had all given tutoring lessons to Neville. Maybe Neville's talent was not the best, but he was the most down-to-earth and hard-working. He seemed to have been holding back for a while. The momentum is improving all the time.
"First thing, bow to Neville. Very good." Lockhart, who was standing on the same stage as Neville, taught him very patiently. In his eyes, Neville was extremely nervous at this time.
Don't mention how happy I am.
That's right.
Soon it will be time to show off.
The two held their wands upright in front of their chests.
Then
one two three
As Flitwick finished speaking, Neville and Lockhart raised their wands at the same time again.
"Look, like this"
"Weapons of Extinction"
The words of the two people were almost shouted at the same time, but Lockhart wanted to continue to pretend and give Neville instructions on how to use the disarming spell to restore the face he had just lost from Snape, but he did not expect Neville to be so arrogant. The key to Wude's direct attack was the disarming spell Snape had just used.
The same red light as Snape appeared again.
With a whoosh, Lockhart flew backwards, flying off the stage just like before - hitting the wall - slowly sliding down - arching his body - curling up into a ball, moving smoothly without any delay.
quiet.
All quiet
Everyone stared blankly at the scene in front of them, their mouths slightly opened to express their shock.
At this moment, the space seemed to have pressed the pause button.
Is this still the same Longbottom who even stuttered when speaking?
Like Professor Snape, a spell defeated Professor Lockhart?
"Longbottom's spell just now."
"Like Professor Snape."
After a while, the little wizards began to discuss slowly.
He released the disarming spell without any hesitation!
He is obviously a second grader, why can he be so skilled?
"Longbottom joins the disciplinary team."
The Slytherin student whispered.
"I knew it. Often spending time with Mr. Potter, Mr. Dursley and Miss Granger, Longbottom must have secretly studied with them."
"Even if you learn just a little bit from them, you can benefit from it for a long time."
"There is an old saying from the East that if you stay with pigs for a long time, they will turn red."
The little wizards around looked relieved.
Although I don’t quite understand what the last sentence means, if it’s Mr. Dursley and the others, it’s correct.
Reasonable and convincing.
But then I thought about it, Longbottom could do this, so if it were them, wouldn't it be the same?
Many young wizards looked at Dudley and their eyes became fiery again.
No one wants to become excellent.
Longbottom was so lucky that he was favored by the disciplinary team.
"Obviously Professor Lockhart was not ready yet, Longbottom made the sudden move."
After seeing a one-sided battle again, Lockhart's supporters still supported him and tried to find excuses to comfort themselves, as stubborn as stones in a toilet.
"Come on, they are dueling. It's not like children playing house. Do they have to shout "Are you ready" before releasing the spell?"
"Besides, Longbottom and Professor Lockhart have already bowed, which means it has already begun."
Lockhart's opponents immediately retorted.
Lockhart supporter: "Professor is so pitiful. He's already fainted. What else are you going to do?"
Don't listen to the bastard chanting sutras.
Anyway, it is impossible for them to admit that their idols are too useless.
Lockhart Opponent: "."
Okay, you are awesome!
As for Lockhart himself, he didn't get up from the ground this time. He was so thick-skinned that he didn't know how to explain it. Fainting was the best option at this time.
Are you careless?
Choose another one?
What if we lose again?
Since you can't find a way, just keep pretending to be dead.
Regardless of whether he was really dizzy or fake, he was just dizzy anyway.
Someone will figure it out and explain it to him.
"Professor Lockhart must have been too seriously injured due to the test of the spell just now. Now his body cannot support it and he has fainted. We should send him to Madam Pomfrey immediately."
look.
Several senior wizards picked up Lockhart and walked towards the school nurse's office.
Whether they did it intentionally or not, their heads happened to be tilted to one side when they were holding him up. As they passed by the side door, Lockhart's head hit the edge of the door hard.
The clear and dull sound of impact reached everyone's ears.
"Be gentle!"
Lockhart supporters complained.
(End of chapter)
