180 Similar experiences and rumors
Things in the Fire Crab Club seemed to be settled in this way. Karan unfortunately became the first member by chance. He joined much earlier than Hagrid.
Although all this happened somewhat inexplicably, Karan adapted very quickly.If he only had to face magical animals like fire crabs, he wouldn't be able to accept it.
Anyway, he spent a lot of time in Steve's suitcase during the last semester.Now it's just a change of location.
But of course he would not enjoy this "good thing" to himself, even if Steve was added to it, it would not be enough.
"I also have a roommate, a professor."
The two continued to walk through Knockturn Alley. After Karan came to his senses, he quickly suggested: "That man's name is Gaspard Singleton, and he is a very powerful inventor."
"Singleton?"
Professor Kettleburn said without looking back: "You mean the little guy who won the silver medal by relying on magic thread?"
The news that Gaspard won the silver medal had already been rumored. Lily and Snape were shocked by the news. They did not expect that the magic thread that Karan gave them was so powerful.
However, they immediately guessed that there must be Karan's help, and Karan did not deny it, because he really couldn't stand the weird looks from the two of them, and just asked them to keep it secret.
"Yes, that's him, Professor."
Karan opened his eyes and said nonsense: "He is also very interested in magical animals."
But this time, Professor Kettleburn's mind immediately became active, and he looked at Karan suspiciously.
"I remember that his magic thread should be made from the shed skin of birds and snakes, right?"
"When you say you are interested, do you mean this kind of interest? Interested in things on magical animals, such as the tail hair of a unicorn?"
Karan opened his mouth, but nothing came out.
He knew that his plan must have failed.
"I will not recruit a student who only knows how to cause trouble. He will make the club a mess. Today's Hogwarts can no longer withstand the trouble."
He unceremoniously rejected Karan's proposal and stared at him with burning eyes.
"You should know what I mean, Mr. Sangster."
A confused look appeared on Karan's face, and he suddenly thought of the Acromantula.
Although only a few people knew the truth, there were only six students who sneaked into the Forbidden Forest at that time. As a professor, it was not difficult for Kettleburn to find out about this matter, not to mention that he was a professional The professor in charge of the Care of Magical Creatures course in the Forbidden Forest.
However, the information he learned was probably only that these six students who violated the rules were unlucky and happened to meet the Acromantula. The specific inside story was concealed. Even about Ted, he might Not sure.
Otherwise, this matter would have been reported long ago.Especially the death of Aragog, which is difficult to explain.
"Uh, you mean the Forbidden Forest?"
Karan asked in an uncertain tone, with a look of lingering fear on his face.
"Yes, that's right there."
Professor Kettleburn said: "I don't know what went crazy with those Acromantulas. Principal Dumbledore sent them away overnight, and Hagrid didn't even have time to see them for the last time."
"Oh, by the way, those Acromantulas are Hagrid's pets."
He seemed to think that Karan did not know about this, so he calmly told the shocking truth.
"But don't blame him, kid. He is a very kind man and would never intentionally do anything to hurt a student, and would never betray Dumbledore."
"When you spend enough time with him, you'll understand that."
Karan nodded silently, of course he believed this fact.
But there are still many problems with Hagrid, just like Veritaserum cannot be used as a means of truly investigating evidence.
It only allows people to tell the truth that they think is correct.But people can be deceived, and this fact can also be wrong.
Hagrid seems like one such deceived man.
It's just that he was not deceived by others in the true sense, but his perception was wrong from the beginning.
Thus, the error was corrected.
Received correction from Karan.
"What about your establishment of the Fire Crab Club...?"
Karan's mind became much more active, and he asked curiously: "Is it because Hagrid feels guilty about us?"
Professor Kettleburn glanced at Callan in surprise.
"Smart little guy." He praised in a low voice.
"Yes, that's it. Although Principal Dumbledore didn't say anything, Hagrid can guess that this has something to do with you kids. Otherwise, Albus wouldn't have to spend so much effort to do this. After all, there are quite a few of those Acromantulas."
"This made Hagrid feel very uncomfortable. It was no better than losing those Acromantulas. He regarded them all as his friends, especially a spider named Aragog. The relationship between them Very intimate.”
"Have you seen it?"
Professor Kettleburn asked suddenly, his reckless tone not taking into account Callan's feelings at that time.
"I can't remember clearly..."
Karan shook his head and whispered, acting like an overly frightened child.
"Oh well."
Kettleburn shook his head. He seemed to want to express his comfort, but Callan only felt that he slapped his shoulder painfully.
"Of course, this may also be related to what he has experienced."
Professor Kettleburn continued: "Due to the discovery of Aragog, Hagrid had to be forced to drop out of school, even his wand was broken, and he was almost imprisoned in Azkaban."
"Fortunately, Dumbledore took Hagrid in and allowed him to stay in school."
"He's such a kind man, isn't he?"
But Callan did not listen to what Professor Kettleburn said later. He only heard the first half of the content clearly.
Apart from not actually being imprisoned in Azkaban, Hagrid's experience seems to have remained unchanged.
But the problem is, Myrtle is not dead.
Then the school should have never encountered any crisis, and Tom Riddle never reported Hagrid.
"Hagrid, have you ever made any mistakes?"
Karan couldn't help but asked curiously.
"There was a commotion, but no one could find out the truth."
Professor Kettleburn shook his head and said. He seemed to be lost in memories, and his tone was inexplicably emotional and careless.
"All that's left is a rumor."
"Rumors related to Slytherin's Chamber of Secrets."