Chapter 495 Exchange Students (Revised)
Dolores Umbridge's voice interrupted Allen's train of thought. He was planning to go to his dean, Professor Flitwick, to apply for class exemption. some time.
"Mr. Harris, please forgive me. I accidentally overheard your conversation with Principal Dumbledore. I have an idea that might be able to help you." She approached Allen and said in a flattering voice.
"Oh? Ms. Umbridge, please tell me." Alan's curiosity was raised, what would she think?
"Well," Umbridge lowered his voice again, but Ellen could still hear her words very clearly, "I don't understand—why would Headmaster Dumbledore not want to offer you an exemption from the There is no chance to help the course anymore, it seems to me that it is a waste of your time. Maybe he is too old, the educational philosophy needs to be changed, it is too pedantic, too rigid in the inherent rules, and it will delay a gifted student like you developed."
She raised her head eagerly, squinting at Alan's expression, but there was only a polite smile on Alan's face, and she couldn't see what Alan was thinking at all.
Her voice couldn't help becoming more humble: "I have discussed with Minister Fudge in advance, we can use the name of the Ministry of Magic to promote Hogwarts and Durmstrang to carry out student exchange activities, and we will choose a few Hogwarts Students with excellent grades in the fifth grade are going to Durmstrang for exchange. I heard that the Harris family has a close relationship with Principal Karkaroff. You just need to nod and the Ministry of Magic will take care of everything else. We don’t have any tasks for exchange students. To complete it is purely a very easy communication. You exchange students can arrange their time independently. You only need to return to the UK at the end of the term to take the O.W.Ls exam. But you must seek your own opinion on this matter. In fact we wouldn't have this event if you didn't want to, Mr Harris, it's made especially for you."
Umbridge, who lowered his head, didn't see the mocking look on Alan's face. Through Legilimency, Alan learned that Umbridge found Fudge and reported the conflict between himself and Dumbledore. Finally, taking advantage of the opportunity that the Ministry of Magic itself was communicating with Durmstrang, he gave Fudge such an idea. Since she has a good relationship with Harry and the others, the heir of the Harris family is not suitable for many methods at Hogwarts. After hearing her conversation with Dumbledore, she came up with this idea and planned to wait for her After leaving, it will be convenient for them and Dumbledore to compete for control of Hogwarts, and the means and methods of struggle can be further increased.
Fudge first heard her report and thought it was a good idea, and praised Umbridge. But when he heard that Umbridge didn't intend to ask for Allen's own opinion, and wanted to carry out this activity simply and rudely, and directly chose Allen and a few students to be exchange students, he scolded her again.
"You don't ask his opinion, you just implement it, are you trying to harm us? Manipulating the life of the Harris family heir without saying hello, this will push the Harris family to Dumbledore's side. You go ask Alan Harry Try to make it happen." The scene of Fudge angrily pointing at Umbridge's nose and commanding clearly made Umbridge feel uneasy, and Alan's Legilimency clearly captured this scene.
"Are you so sure that you can intervene in Hogwarts in this matter and get Professor Dumbledore to agree?" Allen asked.
"Sturgis Podmore, who has close contacts with Dumbledore, broke into the Ministry of Magic illegally on August 31 and attempted to rob him. He was caught on the spot by Ministry of Magic guard Eric Munch. Sengamot is going to trial, in such a well-documented case, the severity of the sentencing depends entirely on the materials we provide and our own intentions, presumably Principal Dumbledore will be interested in talking to our minister."
"Your idea is indeed feasible, but I still have some things to deal with. Slow down your movements. When the time is right, I will let you know.
Also, I think fourth graders should be eligible to participate as well. "Alan made a request, because whether it is the training of the Ravenclaw Quidditch team, the arrangement of the Hogwarts training class, or the transformation of the Harris family industry led by Hermione into a conglomerate company, these matters have not yet been completed. , It will take time. In addition, Allen plans to take Hermione and Luna away together, but Emily just entered school, and it is time for him to get in touch with his classmates in the same grade to establish friendship and adapt to normal school life, so he thought for a while and decided to let The younger sister stayed, trusting that Umbridge would not provoke her unless he went mad.
"No problem, as long as we receive your reply, we can carry out this exchange activity at any time." Hearing that Allen agreed to leave Hogwarts, Umbridge agreed in a brisk tone.
"But although I have left Hogwarts, I don't want to hear any grievances from the members of the training class, my relatives and staff, and the Ravenclaw Quidditch team in Durmstrang. "Alan's voice was still so understated.
Although he heard the voice of Allen's words, Umbridge was still anxious in his heart. What if he included Harry Potter and other similar Dumbledore factions in the training class or employees? After all, that stupid big man has already served as a lesson for the past, so wouldn't it be a waste of time for him to be busy in the end?
"You don't have to worry, since I'm leaving, the training class will temporarily suspend the recruitment of new members, and I don't plan to provide part-time jobs to the employees of Hogwarts in the short term." Allen said with a half-smile .
"How does he know what I'm thinking? He didn't chant the spell... Could it be that he is already a master of Legilimency?" Umbridge raised his head suddenly and swallowed what he wanted to say, only a little embarrassed but not He smiled impolitely.
"You should learn from Fudge. He was right to ask you to ask me. Please tell the minister that I have received his sincerity. Then I will naturally not favor Dumbledore more in your struggle. After all, Deng Bullido was not able to communicate with me from a more equal perspective." Allen's next words confirmed Umbridge's guess.
"Thank you very much for your reply. I will definitely pass on your words to the minister." Umbridge's voice became more gentle.
She thought that the other party was just a talented student who had mastered a lot of powerful magic by relying on the collection of pure blood family heritage. His father, Owen Harris, who took advantage of Crouch last year, is the one who needs the most attention.
But I didn't expect that Allen didn't seem to be proficient in this way, and the other party was also a master who could perform Legilimency without a wand or spells, but she herself didn't have enough talent to master Occlumency, she was even worried that the last thing she wanted Alan detected what others wanted to know, but as soon as the thought flashed, he realized the current situation of both parties, so he had to desperately think of all kinds of compliments to praise Alan in his mind.
After Ellen nodded and said goodbye to Umbridge, he watched him walk away through the gate of the castle and left Hogwarts thoughtfully.
When I was at school, Umbridge couldn't let go of his hands and feet, and was at a disadvantage in the battle with Dumbledore, so being at school was equivalent to helping Dumbledore in disguise against the Fudge faction. It is estimated that Dumbledore asked Alan to go to class because of this factor.
The difference between this semester's courses and previous years is that many of Gryffindor's classes overlap with Ravenclaw's. Dumbledore must hope that he insists on attending classes, so that Umbridge will not be able to deal with Harry. And the idea that Hagrid should have told Dumbledore that he had shielded him from Umbridge's inquiry deepened the idea.
After he promised to leave Hogwarts, firstly, he would not waste precious time; secondly, the battle between Fudge and Dumbledore would intensify, and their conflict was more in line with his own interests. At the same time, this is also telling Dumbledore that if he cannot talk to himself equally, then not everyone can be used by him; thirdly, Durmstrang School has been established for a long time, and their school is also There must be some unique knowledge for himself to learn, after all Durmstrang is famous for his dueling lessons and allowing the study of the dark arts. Moreover, Harris has already sent many people to be teachers, and his subordinate Karkaroff is still the principal. I believe that the school life there will be very pleasant.
Thinking of this, Alan continued to walk towards Professor Flitwick's office.
Although it was raining outside, the large windows in Professor Flitwick's office were all open, and no rain could come in.
"Professor," Allen saluted respectfully, "I'm here to apply to you for exemption from my Charms class." Ren still came to apply to Professor Flitwick for exemption from course assignments.
Professor Flitwick nodded in agreement without any hesitation, and his expression even showed some apology: "Although I can't exempt you from other homework, you don't have to use Charms to attend lectures, and you don't need to complete homework."
"Thank you, Professor." Allen was not surprised by his favorite professor's reaction, and quickly thanked him.
"I'm sorry Alan, I failed to convince Dumbledore. He is also kind. I hope you can get in touch with young wizards of the same age and socialize more. After a while, I will talk to him again." Flitwick The professor directed two pieces of Black Forest cake and came to Allen in a happy tap dance.