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The Daily Prophet arrived on the same day, and there were two other pieces of news that no one had expected.
[Sirius’s identity is in doubt, and the Ministry of Magic decided to continue the investigation. 】
[The Ministry of Magic seeks education reform, and Dolores Umbridge is appointed as the first Inquisitor]
The two pieces of news caused everyone in the auditorium to talk a lot.
"Senior Investigator?" Mikel looked at the newspaper and wondered, "What does this mean?"
"It's very simple. This is the Ministry of Magic's attempt to interfere with Hogwarts." Cedric said, "What is written below is very clear. The senior investigators can examine whether professors are capable and have the right to expel unqualified professors. The Ministry of Magic will then appoint new candidates."
"Of course the professors are qualified." Hannah said indignantly: "Did you notice? There is not a single word written on it to determine whether a professor is qualified or not."
"Obviously, this is all Umbridge's decision," Cedric said.
"The principal will not agree!" Justin Finch-Fletchley shouted.
"It's useless." Cedric pointed to the last sentence in the newspaper, "Look here, all the school directors have signed and agreed to the so-called "Education Order No. ", even the principal cannot object."
This result was somewhat beyond Kyle's expectations.
He originally thought that after the last report, even if Fudge did not doubt Umbridge, he would not entrust her with important responsibilities again.
Unexpectedly...she actually got promoted.
I really don’t know what Umbridge said to Fudge throughout the whole day, but her rights in Hogwarts actually increased instead of diminished.
The senior investigator can fire professors at any time. This power is not low. It is almost the same as a school director.
In addition, Kyle also noticed another piece of inconspicuous news.
[Stogy Podmore illegally invaded the Ministry of Magic late at night and has been arrested]
If Kyle remembered correctly, this Stourge was also from the Order of the Phoenix, and he had met him at No. Grimmauld Place during the holidays.
Together with Sirius, this is already the second member of the Order of the Phoenix to be arrested by the Ministry of Magic.
Did Fudge know his identity?
Probably not... members of the Order of the Phoenix are very cautious and would never take the initiative to expose their relationship with Dumbledore at such a time.
Moreover, he was indeed caught by the guard on duty at the Ministry of Magic.
Kyle couldn't think of the purpose of running to the Ministry of Magic late at night?
However, by accident, Fudge had already controlled two members of the Order of the Phoenix. The other one was naturally Sirius, who was also imprisoned in the Ministry of Magic and could not get out.
As for Umbridge, the senior investigator, Fudge should also be preparing to take action against Dumbledore...
Everyone knew that the professors at Hogwarts supported Dumbledore, there was no doubt about it.
The senior investigator targeted the professor.
If that's the case, then Fudge is so disappointing. He shouldn't have thought that people like 'Minerva McGonagall', 'Filius Flitwick', and 'Pomona Sprout' are all He is probably famous because of his position as Hogwarts professor.
In other words, Professor Hogwarts is the most inconspicuous of all their names.
It is simply a dream for Umbridge to deal with them.
Thinking of this, Kyle couldn't help but sneered, and the sudden laughter immediately attracted everyone's attention.
"Sorry." Kyle said, "I was just wondering if Umbridge would replace us with a History of Magic professor."
"Pfft..." Ryan couldn't hold it back and laughed, "If that's the case, that would be great."
History of Magic, the only course at Hogwarts taught by a ghost. And this course is boring.
The ghost's emotionless voice made him feel hypnotized when he lectured, and more than half of the students fell asleep every time.
"I think the Ministry of Magic would be reluctant to part with it." Cedric said with a smile: "It will be difficult for them to find another professor who does not need a salary, unless Umbridge herself is willing to take over this position for free."
"Forget it, if that's the case, it might as well be a ghost." Justin said, "At least now we can have a show to watch during class...unless she can also walk through walls."
There was an immediate burst of laughter around the Hufflepuff table.
(End of this chapter)
Chapter 624 How are you using the Forgetting Curse?
As if to prove her sincerity to Fudge, Umbridge immediately took action after receiving the title of Senior Investigator.
Of course, she is not stupid. She did not set her power target on hard opponents like Professor McGonagall or Professor Flitwick from the beginning, but chose a relatively soft target.
Professor Sybill Trelawney in the Divination class.
However, she chose to audit the fifth grade Divination class. At noon that day, Kyle came to the auditorium and happened to see Ron sitting at the Gryffindor table, vividly describing the scene at that time.
"That Umbridge was sitting at the back of the classroom, holding a quill in her hand and scratching on the writing board. I dare say she must have been grading Professor Trelawney at that time..."
There were many people around Ron, from various colleges, and everyone seemed eager to know what the so-called senior investigator was used for.
Kyle was also quite curious, but because the previous class was herbal medicine class, he came a little late and couldn't squeeze in at the moment.
But at this time, Hermione just walked in from outside with a few books in her arms, and an angry Harry followed beside her.
"I think Professor McGonagall is right." Hermione said as she walked away. "You have to restrain your temper and don't go against Umbridge for everything. It won't do you any good."
"I can't stand it," Harry said angrily, "She said bad things about Sirius, and am I wrong? Voldemort is stuck to the back of Quirrell's head, I'm just telling the truth."
"But your truth is not what she wants to hear." Hermione said, "And she can shut you down at any time, and you will be the one who suffers in the end."
"I don't care!" Harry said, "I won't let her succeed. No matter how she punishes me, I don't care... and I'm not the only one who does this. Don't forget that Kyle also refuted her!"
"Actually, I don't want you to imitate me."
Hermione and Harry were startled by the sudden sound, and looked up to find Kyle standing next to them.
Harry looked a little embarrassed, but quickly returned to normal.
"Kyle, when did you come here?" Hermione asked.
"I have been there since you entered the auditorium." Kyle said, "It's just that you didn't seem to see me."
"Sorry, I wasn't paying attention," Harry whispered, "I didn't mean to mention you being in solitary, I was just too angry."
"Angry?" Kyle asked, "What happened."
"It was the Defense Against the Dark Arts class this morning... She said that except for Quirrell, all the other Defense Against the Dark Arts professors, including Sirius, were incompetent.
"But we all know that Quirrell was the least qualified... because he had Voldemort glued to the back of his head."
"So you got angry and started arguing with her?" Kyle said.
"That's right!" At this point, Harry's voice suddenly became much louder, "But it seems that everyone thinks that I am wrong to refute Umbridge. Whether it is Professor McGonagall or others, they all think that I am wrong." You should just ignore her and let her talk nonsense..."
"Is there anything wrong with this?" Kyle said, "They just don't want to see you punished, and I think you should do the same."
Harry was stunned for a moment and looked at Kyle in confusion, "But didn't you refute her too... I thought you would definitely understand what I was thinking. We should let everyone know what the truth is."
"These are two different things." Kyle said, "Understanding does not mean support, and no one will change their attitude just because of your two words. Neither you nor I have that much energy.
"Besides, as I just said, I don't want you to learn what I do. This will only make you suffer for a few more days. Nothing else will change, unless..."
At this point, Kyle suddenly paused.
"Unless what?" Harry demanded.
Kyle thought for a while and said, "Let me ask one more question, how are you using the Forgetting Curse?"
Harry blinked and didn't understand why Kyle suddenly asked this, but after hesitating for a moment, he still said hesitantly: "Okay, okay."
Although he said that, Kyle already got the answer from his evasive eyes.
What Harry said was okay was probably just a decent way of saying it. The real situation was most likely a mess.
"The Oblivion Curse... does this have anything to do with being imprisoned by Umbridge?" Harry asked.
"It's okay, I'm just asking casually, don't worry about it." Kyle shook his head, and then changed the subject: "By the way, you were there during the fifth grade divination class, Umbridge, the senior investigator, did it What."
"I don't know." Harry said, "But I guess she was giving grades to the professor, and she kept asking Professor Trelawney questions during class...asking her how long she had been in this position. And her life experience.”
Kyle nodded. These are the methods commonly used by the Ministry of Magic. There is nothing new.
Harry thought for a while and continued: "By the way, Umbridge finally asked Professor Trelawney to make a prophecy for her."
"Prophecy?" Kyle asked curiously, "What is it."
"It's still the same content." Harry lowered his voice and said, "You must also know that Professor Trelawney, a big liar, doesn't know anything about prophecies other than scaring people, so she still wants to do it again this time.
"She told Umbridge that she was walking into a trap and that she would be in terrible danger.
"But Umbridge didn't seem to believe it, and expressed doubts about Professor Trelawney's prophecy ability."
"Trap?" Kyle raised his eyebrows.
"That's what Professor Trelawney said." Harry said nonchalantly, "But it's definitely false. I hear similar words three times in every class."
"That's not necessarily true..." Kyle muttered quietly.
"What did you say?" Because the voice was too low, Harry couldn't hear it clearly.
"Nothing, I said thank you." Kyle patted Harry on the shoulder, "In return, I can reveal to you the contents of Umbridge's confinement in advance."
"What is it?" Harry asked urgently.
Kyle said calmly: "Use a knife to carve words on your hand."
Before Harry could react, Hermione was the first to shout: "She can't do this! Even in the last century, Hogwarts has never had such a cruel punishment of confinement... No, I have to tell Mai Professor Ge."
"Don't worry." Kyle stopped Hermione who was about to run out, and continued: "I just provided a possibility. If she changes to another way by then, it is possible.
"And no matter what the punishment is, Umbridge cannot come openly. Even if Professor McGonagall goes, it may not be useful, so there is only one best way."
Kyle looked at Harry again, "Don't say anything when you are in confinement. Just admit your mistake directly and you might be able to escape."
"Kyle is right." Hermione agreed: "Umbridge is a professor, you can't go against her."
"Impossible, I will never admit my mistake to her!" Harry said, squeezing his neck.
"Stop saying stupid things, it won't do you any good."
"But I obviously didn't say anything wrong..."
Harry and Hermione were bickering again, just as they had been when they entered.
But by this time, Kyle had returned to the Hufflepuff table.