Chapter 169 We Will See You Again
The death of Crouch Sr. was a big event. Even if he had been missing for a long time, as long as his death was not confirmed for a day, there was still a glimmer of hope.
It was clear that hope was completely lost.
The death of a senior official from the Ministry of Magic made Fudge very angry. After receiving the news that night, he led some officials from the Ministry of Magic to Hogwarts. After talking with Dumbledore for a long time, he took Old Crouch's body with him. leave.
They needed to give Old Crouch a decent burial. With all the Crouch family members dead, only the Ministry of Magic could bear the responsibility.
"Maybe the third event of the competition will be cancelled."
There were many people discussing this matter in the castle, but Ike knew very well that at times like this, the competition would be less likely to stop, and the Ministry of Magic would do its best to ensure the smooth progress of the competition.
Sure enough, in mid-June, the Aoluos entered Hogwarts.They were arranged near the Quidditch pitch. On the one hand, they ensured the safety of the venue, and on the other hand, they looked after the cuties that Hagrid put into the maze.
There is another task, which is to serve as a rescuer on the day of the third event, ensuring that rescuers arrive at the scene as soon as possible after the Warriors give up.
In Fudge's view, Hogwarts' strength alone may not be enough to do this well, and now he doesn't want to see any more casualties.
After the final exams, the atmosphere at Hogwarts became increasingly joyful as the day of the competition drew closer.The little wizards didn't care whether it was dangerous or not. After the exam, they just wanted to watch the fun.
But for Harry, it was getting more and more nervous.
Throughout June, he basically studied and practiced new magic. After knowing the competition events in advance, he must make targeted preparations.
This matter cannot be done without Hermione's help. If it were just him and Ron, there would be many detours.
In terms of unreliability, there is no such thing as a negative or a positive.
Because of this, Ike had not enjoyed leisure time with Hermione for some time. It was not until the eve of the game that Hermione finally finished her work with Harry.
"You don't look nervous at all." Hermione said softly as the two leaned on the railing on the top floor of the tower and looked at Riddhamstrang's ship in the Black Lake.
"There is nothing to be nervous about in this game." Ike replied.
"That's right, for you, those may not be considered dangerous." Hermione sighed, "Harry has been really busy for a while, and there are several spells that I don't know whether they will work by then."
"He must be fine." Ike looked at Hermione and smiled, "He is our 'savior'."
"Yes, the savior..." Hermione murmured, looking into the distance with her eyes.
Ike was somewhat aware of it and put away the smile on his face.
"You've made your decision, Ike." Hermione said leisurely.
"……kindness."
Ike turned around, leaned his back against the railing, and lowered his head slightly.
Even though he had been prepared in his heart, he was still a little confused at the moment when Hermione broke the news.
"Actually, you made your decision a long time ago..." Hermione was still looking at the black lake in the distance, "Those books, those notes, and that manuscript..."
"Now that I think about it, you have never concealed the fact that you are leaving..."
"The Ike in my memory will not reveal all his secrets."
"But this school year, you have exposed your secrets more than once..."
"Professor Moody, kill a fire dragon, and the sea control technique..."
Hermione turned her head and looked at Ike quietly.
"The place you are going to must be very dangerous..."
Ike couldn't bear to look into Hermione's eyes. That look made him lose his courage and determination little by little.
"call……"
Hermione noticed Ike's hesitation, closed her eyes slightly, let out a long sigh of relief, and opened her eyes with determination.
"Just do what you have to do..."
"Hermione..."
"Ike!" Hermione stared at Ike, "You made your choice, and I made mine."
"So, don't worry..."
"because……"
"I'll go find you!"
"Most definitely!"
Slowly raising his hand and gently wiping away the tears on Hermione's cheek, Ike shook his head.
"If you still feel that way when you know where I'm going..."
"Then I promise, I will protect you..."
"No need! Don't underestimate me, Ike..." Hermione raised her hand and knocked down Ike's hand, "Do you think I don't know where you are going?"
"The dark mark must be on your left arm that you have covered all year long!"
"You... know?" Ike didn't expect that Hermione would even guess this.
"Don't underestimate me, Ike, I'm not a weak little girl!" Hermione wiped away the tears she accidentally left behind, "I am Hermione Granger of Gryffindor!"
"No!" Ike shook his head slightly, "I have never underestimated you, but before that, you need to be fully prepared."
"At least..."
"Learn to master those books and those spells, I know."
Looking at the determined Hermione in front of him, Ike suddenly laughed.
"Have you thought about it?"
"kindness."
"Okay, I'll wait for you." Ike stretched out his little thumb, and Hermione hooked it with a smile.
"Tell you quietly..." He leaned into his ear and whispered, "Dumbledore knows about this..."
"I know..." The corners of Hermione's mouth rose quietly, "I also guessed it..."
"So, you're going to learn Occlumency."
"I will……"
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On the day of the game, Ike came to the conference room next to the auditorium very early. This was what Professor Flitwick had told him very early. As a privilege, relatives of the warriors were invited to watch the finals.
Opening the door, there were already many people inside.Krum was talking rapidly in Bulgarian to his parents, without his usual gloomy look.Next to her, Fleur was talking to her mother. Gabrielle held Fleur's hand and looked around curiously.
In front of the fireplace, Mrs. Weasley was talking to Julianne, and Bill was still standing not far away.
"Little Ike!" Julianne saw Ike at a glance and waved her hands excitedly.Ike rushed over and was immediately hugged by Julianne.
"I didn't expect them to invite you here, after all..."
"I'm a Muggle?" Julianne said with a smile, "The wizard's family has the right to know, have you forgotten?"
"I really forgot..." Ike scratched the back of his head, he really forgot this, "Let me show you around."
"Okay, I also want to see what the magical world is like." Julian naturally raised her hand to rub Ike's head, but suddenly realized that the child in front of her had grown up now.
Even if you stand on tiptoe, you have to raise your hand to the highest point to touch it.