The dementors from Azkaban running into the Hogwarts train had a huge impact, and many young wizards saw them.
The Dementors came to the car to search for Sirius, and they had the approval of the Ministry of Magic.
Although they were warned sternly by the Ministry of Magic not to attack little wizards before boarding the train.
But don't expect these brainless dementors to behave themselves.
As long as there is happiness, it is their food.
"I think I should write a letter to my family to give feedback."
"Even dementors are here. What does the Ministry of Magic do for food?"
Draco changed from his usual polite state and began to curse with a pale face. A dementor had just broken into the carriage he was in. Fortunately, Draco had a lot of common sense and recognized it at a glance. Dementors.
With his immature Patronus Charm he barely managed to drive the Dementors away from the box.
But he was still attacked by the dementors and was a little depressed.
"Are you okay?" Draco turned to the shivering little girl behind him and asked with concern.
There were many Slytherin members in the box he was in, including Goyle, Crabbe, Pansy, Daphne and her sister.
The little girl protected by Draco is Daphne's sister, Astoria.
A girl with long golden hair like a waterfall, blue eyes, and two dimples when she smiles.
"It's okay, thank you."
Astoria's face was as bloodless as Draco's, or worse than Draco's.
The younger the wizard, the more susceptible he is to dementors.
Even with Draco's protection, Astoria was still under the dementors' influence.
"When we wait for Hogwarts, I will inform everyone in Slytherin that there will be a meeting in the evening."
Pansy said with a livid face. She was also frightened by the dementors just now. If Draco hadn't stepped forward, the consequences would have been disastrous.
Those who ride the express train are basically young wizards, the future flowers of the wizarding world. What does the Ministry of Magic think? Would they allow the dementors to board the car, are they crazy?
"Here, have a cup of hot cocoa."
I bought a cup of hot cocoa from the Draco Train vendor and handed it to Astoria.
"Helps with recovery."
"Thanks."
Astoria said softly, took the hot cocoa, and after drinking a little, her body felt warm and her energy recovered.
She glanced at Draco secretly, and when she met Draco's gaze, she immediately lowered her head like a frightened little rabbit, looking at the hot cocoa in the cup and not knowing what she was thinking.
"Draco, how do you know the Patronus Charm?" Pansy asked.
Draco has changed a lot in the past two years. Not only has his personality become calmer, his ability surpasses all the seniors, and he has the potential to become the number one Slytherin besides Dudley.
"Brother D asked someone to teach me, but it's a pity that my patronus charm is not mature yet, otherwise that disgusting guy just now wouldn't be able to get in."
Draco didn't hide anything and told Pansy directly.
"As expected of Mr. Dursley!"
All the Slytherins in the carriage expressed their sincere admiration.
At this time, in the Hogwarts principal's office.
"Connelly, do you know what the dementors just did?"
Dumbledore looked at Fudge in front of him with a serious face, rarely smiling, and said sternly: "They broke into the Hogwarts Express!"
"It's full of little wizards!"
"Sirius must be caught as soon as possible or I'm doomed."
Fudge tried to argue.
"Because Sirius's escape from prison made them angry, and they vowed to find Sirius!"
"Cornelly." Dumbledore rubbed his bulging temples with deep helplessness in his tone: "Dementors have no emotions, let alone anger."
"They're just looking for an excuse to get out of Azkaban."
"If it's in Azkaban, the Ministry of Magic can still limit their number. But, are you sure you can control their number once you leave there?"
"Albus, there is nothing I can do."
Fudge looked embarrassed and looked at Dumbledore pleadingly: "For the sake of being a friend of many years, please help me once."
"As long as Sirius is captured, the Dementors will remove what they promised me. Before that, please let them serve as guards of Hogwarts. Please."
Dumbledore finally agreed to Fudge's request.
Even if he didn't agree, Fudge could force the matter down.
Because he is the Minister for Magic, he is theoretically the most powerful wizard in England.
On the one hand, Hogwarts is governed by the Ministry of Magic.
On the other hand, Dumbledore is restricted by the Ministry of Magic. Even if he has the ability to reshuffle the wizarding world, he will choose to abide by the rules.
Because he once swore that he would stay away from the center of power.
Because he is the greatest white wizard in the world.
Because he is Dumbledore.
Beside the tall gate of Hogwarts, two dementors stood on both sides of the gate, acting as guards. They emitted waves of cold air, making the little wizards passing by shiver unconsciously.
"It's hard to believe that dark creatures like dementors can openly enter Hogwarts."
"We have to ask Dumbledore and Fudge what they want to do."
The little wizards from the four houses all looked unhappy, especially Slytherin, whose face was extremely ugly.
The arrival of the dementors made them feel that they were not in Hogwarts, but in Azkaban.
Even if they are destined to become a dark wizard, no one wants to experience the feeling of Azkaban.
Creatures like dementors won't show mercy to you just because of which college you are from. They don't understand what it means to be human.
Many young wizards were attacked by dementors on the train just now. Fortunately, no one was killed yet.
The auditorium was filled with students and it was dark.
When everyone was seated, the sorting ceremony officially began, and one after another the little wizards were assigned to their respective colleges.
When the prelude was over, Dumbledore spoke with a rare serious expression on his face: "Welcome to Hogwarts in the new school year! I have a few words to say to all of you, and one of them is very serious. "
"Currently our school has to receive a number of dementors from Azkaban. They are here to perform official duties of the Ministry of Magic."
"They are stationed at all entrances to the school grounds. No one is allowed to leave the school without permission. Dementors are not fooled by tricks or disguises."
"They are born not to understand what requests or excuses are, so I warn each of you: Don't give them any excuse to hurt you."
Dumbledore emphasized again and again.
The little wizards on the train have seen the power of dementors, and even without Dumbledore's warning, their intimidation can keep them calm.
“This year, I am delighted to welcome two new teachers to our ranks.”
Just when Dumbledore was about to introduce the new professors of the two courses.
The familiar cold feeling instantly spread throughout the auditorium.
This means that the dementors have entered Hogwarts Castle.
(End of chapter)
