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"That will definitely sell out!" Fred and George's eyes became brighter and brighter, and they pounded the grass in frustration at the same time.
They were so busy looking forward to the game that they forgot such an important thing.
The Quidditch World Cup is one of the biggest events in the wizarding world. I believe that people who go to watch the game will not mind spending a little money to buy some souvenirs.
If their product is attractive enough, it's almost like picking up money.
As they thought about this, their eyes seemed to gradually turn into the shape of gold Galleons.
"What do you think?" Cedric asked.
Qiu and Kanna on the side also looked over with interest.
While watching the game, you can also earn some pocket money. No one wants to miss this good thing.
"Let's start with the simple ones, such as fireworks that can be fired continuously and flags that move..." Kyle said, "Now there is only a little over a month before the competition starts, we have to make as many as possible."
"Leave the fireworks to us." George patted his chest, "This is what we are best at."
"I think a badge that can amplify sound would also work." Fred added: "We learned this magic formula in the ancient runes class last month, and it just happens to come in handy."
Cedric nodded beside him, they learned it together.
"Then add it, but don't make it too complicated, otherwise it will take up too much time," said Kyle.
"How about hairpins and hats?" Kanna also said, "These are simple enough and obvious enough, and should be popular with many people."
……
Several people sat by the lake, discussing excitedly, and didn't even notice that it was getting darker.
Until a splash of water inexplicably poured over their heads.
"Is it raining?" George jumped up from the ground with wet hair.
But when he looked up, he found that although the sky was dark, it was clear and he could see the stars. There was no sign of rain at all.
However, Kyle noticed that on the quiet lake surface, a long tentacle was retracting. Obviously, the splash just now was the giant squid reminding them that it was time to return to the castle.
"Oh my God, is it so late?" Qiu said subconsciously.
"Did we miss dinner?"
"Probably not yet, I didn't notice it at all..."
Several people quickly stood up and walked back to the castle.
Fortunately, dinner had just begun and the auditorium was brightly lit and full of people. Because it was a holiday, everyone looked very happy and the auditorium was very lively.
……
(End of this chapter)
Chapter 429: The Sorting Hat is Really Accurate
Just as they were about to enter the auditorium, Kyle stopped. He looked at Fred and George next to him and suddenly asked, "Do you have the Marauder's Map with you?"
"Of course." Fred pulled out a piece of parchment from his pocket. "We always carry this with us. What's wrong?"
"Nothing, can you lend it to me?" Kyle said, "I might need it."
"Take it." Fred didn't care. He handed the Marauder's Map to Kyle and walked towards the Gryffindor table.
"We have a lot of ideas, but it's too late today. Let's talk about it next time." George said, and hurried to catch up.
If it were any other time, they might have been curious about Kyle's plans, whether he was going on a night trip or not. But now, the two of them, who had been hungry for half a day, just wanted to eat something quickly, even if it was just a cold boiled potato.
Kyle put away the Marauder's Map and went to the Hufflepuff table on the other side.
……
After dinner, Kyle went straight back to the dormitory and opened the Marauder's Map, carefully looking at the names coming and going on it.
There was less than a week left until the school holidays, and he didn't know what Sirius Black was thinking, but if he wanted to catch Peter, this week would be his last time.
Of course, he could also wait until the holidays. There were no Dementors, Dumbledore, or professors in St. Catchpole. It would definitely be much safer there than in the castle... as long as Mrs. Weasley was out.
Or like Peter, disguise yourself as an ordinary pet and sneak in.
But Kyle thought he probably didn't have that kind of patience, and St. Catchpole wasn't that close to Hogwarts. If Black didn't know the way, by the time he found the place, Hogwarts would probably have started school.
Kyle looked at the map, but nothing unusual happened until curfew, and Ron stayed in the common room well.
"Maybe not today." Kyle stretched his stiff neck.
But just as he was about to put away the Marauder's Map, he accidentally saw Professor Lupin leaving his office.
Thinking of Professor Lupin's previous strange behavior, Kyle stopped moving for a moment. He wanted to see what the other party was going to do.
On the map, Professor Lupin walked all the way to the eighth floor, to the door of the Gryffindor common room, and the names of Ron, Harry, and Hermione began to move towards him.
About a few minutes later, Professor Lupin left, and this time there was another name beside him, Peter Pettigrew.
Has he met Blake?
"This should be……"
Kyle quickly realized that Lupin had been going to Hogsmeade recently, and the reason was definitely not to pursue Madam Rosmerta of the Three Broomsticks as the rumors in the school said... He was looking for Sirius Black.
As his former best friend, Professor Lupin must have known where Black would hide if he was nearby.
Hogsmeade is so small, and we've been searching for so long, we're sure we'll find it.
At the same time, he should have learned from the other party that Ron's rat was Peter Pettigrew.
Now, he should be preparing to confront Blake.
Thinking of this, Kyle closed the Marauder's Map.
Just when he was thinking about how to get rid of Mikel and Ryan, the two of them happened to be discussing going outside to play a game of Gobstones.
After they left, Kyle also cast an Disillusionment Spell on himself and walked out of the dormitory.
He had to hurry over, otherwise Professor Lupin and Black would probably start fighting.
The common room was bustling with activity. Even when the door suddenly opened, no one paid any attention. They just thought someone was going to the kitchen to get food.
Only Kanna, who was sitting in the corner, turned her head and looked at the empty passage, a hint of thought flashing in her eyes.
On the other side, when Kyle came to the hall, Professor Lupin just walked out of the castle gate.
He walked very quickly, still looking like he was troubled... He didn't even notice that half an arm was floating not far behind him.
"He left the castle."
Ron's anxious voice came from the empty hallway, "Does the healing pet need to leave the castle? He won't..."
"Hush, Ron!" said Hermione. "Or we'll be discovered. Hurry up!"
As he spoke, the half arm also floated out of the door.
No need to guess, it must be Harry, Hermione, and Ron, because the invisibility cloak cannot completely cover these three people, so half of their arms are exposed.
Then, a very interesting scene appeared outside the castle.
Professor Lupin walked hurriedly in front, followed by half an arm, and Kyle followed behind half an arm...
When Professor Lupin came near the Whomping Willow, a big black dog suddenly jumped out from the side, staring at the struggling rat in his hand with a pair of cold eyes.
"You shouldn't be here, go back!" Professor Lupin shouted.
The big dog roared a few times, and the next second, its body twisted and turned into a thin man.
"I can't wait..." He said hoarsely, "Remus, I've been waiting for twelve years in Azkaban..."
"No, we have to..."
"Oh it's you!"
As Kyle stared in disbelief, the three people in front of him emerged directly from their invisibility cloaks.
Harry pointed at Professor Lupin and shouted, "You helped Black break into the castle, twice! You're his accomplice!"
"I trusted you so much!" Hermione was so angry that she was shaking all over.
Ron rushed forward desperately, "Hurry up and give Scabbers back to me!"
"I've learned a lot." Kyle muttered softly.
They knew that the other party was an extremely dangerous person, but they didn't hide themselves. Instead, they took off their disguises and chose to confront him head-on... These three people are really worthy of being Gryffindors. The Sorting Hat is really good at judging people.
This is Sirius Black... If it were someone else, such as Barty Jr. or Bellatrix, the three of them would probably have to keep the Whomping Willow company forever.
However, the sudden appearance of Harry and his companions still scared Professor Lupin. While he was stunned, Black snatched the mouse from his hand, turned around and crawled into the tree hole under the Whomping Willow.
"Sirius, come back!" Professor Lupin reacted and immediately chased after him.
"Scabbers!" Ron followed closely behind.
"Ron..." It was Harry and Hermione.
In just a blink of an eye, Kyle was the only one left on the field.
"The Sorting Hat is really good at judging people..." Kyle muttered again, then walked to the Whomping Willow.
The originally irritable Whomping Willow was now unusually quiet. Kyle's expression changed, and as he looked at the lush branches, he finally resisted the temptation and jumped into the tree hole without looking back.
Never mind. Now is not the time. Let's talk about it later.
(End of this chapter)
Chapter 430 Banban is really a rat
Under the Whomping Willow was a narrow tunnel that continued to extend forward. Kyle walked forward for a long time but never saw Harry and the others in front of him.
"Are they running so fast?" Kyle couldn't help but quicken his pace again.
After walking for about ten minutes, the tunnel began to slope upward, and after a while, Kyle saw a small glimmer of light.
He knew that he had now reached the Shrieking Shack in Hogsmeade, and that this secret passage would eventually lead there.
It was a messy, gray room with all the windows sealed shut and only a few dim oil lamps on the walls.
The light he saw just now came from the oil lamp. Although it was very dim, it was enough in this small room.