"Hermione, you are so beautiful today." Back in the lounge, Harry came up to her. The little witch was very beautiful today, but her homework was more beautiful in comparison.
Although Hermione has refused to copy their homework for two months, Wood has been going crazy lately, and Quidditch training has drained all his energy.
As a result, when he picked up the parchment every day, the only thing he could think of writing on it was his own name.
"Thank you." Hermione said thank you and stopped talking, continuing to walk to the girls' dormitory.
"Look, Harry." Ron put his hands on his forehead, "She is no longer the ugly duckling she once was. You see, she doesn't even want to talk to us."
Although he hit a snag, Harry did not echo Ron's sarcastic remarks.
He knew that Hermione was only helping him, even if she wasn't copying his homework, it was so that he could better master the knowledge.
As a poor child who lacked care since childhood and was surrounded by cold eyes, every bit of kindness is worth cherishing.
Ron, who received no response, kept talking to himself.
"How arrogant. She should be sorted into Slytherin and let her hang out with those bad guys."
"Ouch!" Ron, who was spraying fragrance wantonly, bumped into someone and gave his tongue a hard bite.
Neville, who was usually easy-going and a bit cowardly, was standing in front of him, his little face flushed.
"Ron, grandma told me that speaking ill of someone behind their back is a despicable behavior." Neville shouted angrily, and all the Gryffindor students who had not yet entered the dormitory looked over in surprise.
"Harry, Dean, Seamus... Parvati, me and you, Ronald Weasley." Every time he read out a name, Neville's eyes became more determined, and they were still a little hesitant at first. Looking directly into Ron's eyes.
"Hermione has helped each of us, more than once. As a grateful person, I ask that you take back what you just said and apologize to Hermione."
When Ron heard that Hermione was helping him, Ron still felt a little guilty, but it was immediately replaced by a surge of anger.
He clenched his fists in embarrassment. Growing up, he was the least visible one in his family, and he never dreamed of attracting attention.
But it was definitely not like now, where the gazes coming from all over made him feel like a clown.
He knew that if he didn't do something, his reputation would be ruined, and if Percy got word of what happened today back home, well, no ifs, he would tell his mother.
Then there is no doubt that he will receive a roaring letter tomorrow, which will completely turn him into a joke at Hogwarts.
But his big, empty head couldn't think of any effective measures at all. Anger burned his mind, and he couldn't think of a solution. All he wanted now was to punch that fat face hard.
"Ron, I think Neville is right, you should apologize to Hermione."
Ron's vision, which was already starting to turn red, suddenly went dark, and Dean Thomas stood next to Neville.
"That's right. Ron, you suck."
Seamus also stood over, and then Lavender, Parvati and other first-year students who were still in the lounge all sided with Neville.
Lavender even screamed, "This is not your home, and we are not your five brothers. No one will spoil you!"
The atmosphere froze for a moment.
Until two identical redheads came over.
"Neville, as this guy's brother, I'm not happy."
George "gently" patted Ron's right shoulder, and then everyone saw that Ron's right shoulder collapsed by less than half a foot.
"But you did the right thing, Neville, you're a great boy."
Fred continued, making the same move as his twin brother.
Well, Ron's shoulders are even.
"Ron, we've been ignoring you before."
"It's our fault."
"We will make amends later."
"Discipline you strictly."
"Weasley shouldn't criticize others behind their backs."
"This is not what our family should be doing."
"You must apologize to Miss Granger."
"I just hope she can forgive you for your dirty words."
The two brothers sang in harmony, and the words were obviously very serious, but they added a bit of joy when they came out of their mouths.
Of course Ron would never feel this way, and now his lungs were about to explode.
Why are these brothers' elbows turned outward? Could it be that they are really picked-up children?
Isn’t there anyone who can say a word for themselves? Harry?
"I don't think Mr. Ronald Weasley needs an apology."
Hermione walked up to Harry holding several pieces of parchment. Arya had already told her everything that had just happened.
And perhaps because her mood changed after talking to Aini yesterday, she was not too angry.
What did Aini say yesterday?
Huh, just think of Ron's trash talk as the howl of a defeated dog.
"Thank you all for protecting me. I'm very happy to have friends like you." The little witch smiled and bowed to several people.
"There's no need to embarrass Ron. I think he has his own considerations." He said with a gentle smile and took away the twins' arms that were holding Ron down.
"I should thank Ron for letting me see your maintenance. Everything that happened tonight will put me in a good mood this year."
Neville and the others puffed up their chests proudly, and the recognition and praise from their friends filled them with joy.
George and Fred gave Hermione an apologetic smile and walked towards the dormitory.
"Here, here you go." Hermione handed the parchment to Harry.
"Homework? But didn't you just refuse it?"
"I didn't say no." Hermione tugged her hair that was hanging down in front of her forehead, "This is a special matter. I didn't let you copy homework before because I was afraid of delaying everyone's study."
"The impression will be more profound if you write it yourself, but now that Quidditch training is so intense, I guess you don't have the energy to do your homework. If you promise me to review these contents after the game, I can give you my homework during this time. just for reference."
Harry felt some changes in Hermione, but these changes were so cute.
"Thank you, I'll go over these over Christmas break."
"It's okay, Harry, Neville, Dean, Seamus, good night."
After saying hello to the boys, the three girls held hands and returned to the girls' dormitory.
The boys also dispersed, leaving Ron standing there with his head bowed, making the drama in his heart even more exciting.
As we enter November, the weather gets colder.
The giant squid Akates in the Black Lake has been a little sick recently and can't cheer up.
Aini ordered a great white shark, hoping that this ingredient from the ocean would cheer it up.
The busiest person when winter comes is Professor Sprout. Not only does he need to provide a large amount of medicinal materials for Professor Snape to brew the refreshing potion, but he also needs to adjust the greenhouse.
Snape asked Aini to go to the Forbidden Forest to help collect some medicinal materials.
Snape had angered Hagrid by killing too many Acromantulas for venom and banned him from entering the Forbidden Forest.
As a result, Snape was a little nervous when brewing potions from then on. Many rare materials in the Forbidden Forest have no market value in the outside world, and it is difficult to buy them with money.
For Snape, who enjoyed improving potions, the amount required was enough to scare a large family.
Today is the preliminary match of Hogwarts Quidditch, and even a tall guy like Hagrid came to join in the fun.
It's a pity that Aini is naturally indifferent to this popular movement in the wizarding world. He is writing next year's Transfiguration textbook alone in front of the fireplace.
Because it quoted a certain amount of Muggle knowledge, it created a lot of topics for the pureblood and Muggle wizards in the school.
Even first-year students in Slytherin often go to Ravenclaw's Muggle wizards for advice.
It also makes the market for pure-blood supremacy among freshmen smaller and smaller.
In fact, many estrangements are not deep-rooted, but just a lack of communication and understanding, or the interaction of interests.
When those pure-blood young wizards discovered that Muggle knowledge, which they had originally dismissed, could indeed help them master magic better, their contempt and resistance to Muggle knowledge immediately dissipated.
In the howling cold wind, the Gryffindor trio followed Hagrid to his hut.
Ron formally apologized to Hermione the next day. Children don't hold grudges that much. Hermione also knew that Ron didn't mean much harm and just spoke carelessly, so she forgave him.
"Hagrid, is that your new house?" Ron asked in surprise, pointing to the small villa not far from the wooden house.
"Oh, that one belongs to Professor Scamander. The unicorn in the Forbidden Forest is pregnant, so Ani temporarily moved here to take care of them."
While Hagrid was speaking, the door of the villa opened in front of him, and Ani stood at the door and invited them with a smile.
"Come, ladies and gentlemen, let's enjoy a cup of afternoon tea."
Harry and Ron were hesitant, but seeing Hagrid and Hermione walking over first, they had no choice but to follow.
Aini tapped the doorpost with his wand, and the first floor, which was already not short, was raised by two meters again, enough for Hagrid to walk upright inside.
After everyone sat down, Hermione couldn't wait to ask about unicorns. No little witch could refuse such a pure creature.
"It's a female unicorn named Shay, and if I feel right, she has twins in her belly." At this point, Aini started to worry again.
Looking at Aini's worried face, Hermione was a little puzzled. Aren't the twins very good?
Seeing the confusion of the three little ones, Hagrid explained: "Unicorns usually have one litter, and twins are extremely rare. Whether it is before or after birth, it is a huge test for the female unicorn."
"As a high-level magical creature, unicorn cubs require a lot of energy during pregnancy. Even a simple pregnancy will severely damage the mother's vitality. And there are no other unicorns pregnant this year. Even if Shay can give birth normally, It would be difficult for her to nurse two cubs at the same time on her own."
Just when the three little ones also started to worry, Aini suddenly became excited.
"But this is also a very challenging subject. Sif promised to brew some tonics with me. With us here, Shay and the baby will be fine."
"Sev?" Hermione was a little confused. Is there a professor named Sev in the school? Could it be Aini’s friend outside school? Or?
"Oh, that's Professor Severus Snape, friends call him Severus. Just like you call me Ani."
Hagrid tugged at his beard hard. I'm afraid you are the only one allowed to call him by his nickname after Lily's death. Even he didn't expect it to be Snape just now.
"Professor, are you friends?" Ron suddenly shouted, "But he just wanted to kill Harry!"
