Ravenclaw's Blue Gem

"You look the same, Professor. Then why did you choose to retire?" Luna lightly asked questions that everyone in the room wanted to ask but everyone dared not ask.The noise rang noisily from all around.Zoe noticed that Professor Flitwick also moved quietly.

"What's your name?"

"Luna Lovegood, professor."

"It's not a big question, but you have the courage to ask. I'm surprised that you don't belong to Gryffindor!" Margaret said appreciatively, but Luna was noncommittal. "I can be sure that Ravenclaw is also very Great, professor."

"I admire you, Luna, so I will definitely answer your question." Margaret put her chin on her chin and organized her language. "The reason why I retire is really not an injury, because those are not major difficulties. , As long as you want to fly, you can always overcome it." A smile appeared on her face and her cheeks were slightly red, which made her feel much gentler all at once.

"I chose to retire only because I decided to get married."

*****

"Are you crying?" Zoe hesitated to sit next to Luna's bed and asked the girl who had buried herself in the quilt since her return.

Since Margaret dropped the heavy news, the entire auditorium has been under a large-scale silent curse. Among those sluggish faces, Zoe may be one of the few who can still stay awake. Even Luna, who had always given a detached impression, froze.But Zoe happily noticed that Hermione was also confused. She kept poking Ron on the back in order to prevent herself from appearing ignorant, trying to get him to tell herself what happened. The red-haired boy was more like A silly goose with its neck pinched, with its mouth wide open, not knowing where it has slipped.

In the dead silence, Dumbledore stood up leisurely. He was the only one of everyone who knew Margaret’s identity, but could still behave calmly. Dumbledore clearly agreed that people need more time to digest this. The news, he didn't say anything, just announced the start of the dinner.

But now no one is in the mood to eat. The exquisite delicacy of Hogwarts seems to have lost its appeal. Everyone just talks with friends and talks about the news.Luna poked a spoon at the fragrant lamb stew on the plate, and even if they came out of her plate after Dumbledore announced the start of the dinner, they did not make her happy.

*****

"No, I don't." Just when Zoe didn't think Luna would answer her question, Luna sighed faintly and poked her head out of the quilt."I'm just a little dizzy, who do you think is that person?"

She said a few names to Zoe, but Zoe didn't know any of them.She told Zoe that those star players on the teams that often play against the United team, that is, people who often deal with Margaret: "But none of them can be worthy of the'Golden Lion', they They are all defeated by her men. I think she is so proud, it is not like she would make a choice among these people..."

"That's it? Maybe her fiance doesn't play Quidditch at all."

"Yes, but in that case, the scope is too big. I don't know where to start. She has never had a scandal, and there is no sign at all. I used to think she just loves the sky and Quidditch too much, so I don’t Willing to fall in love."

"You know Wellington is a pure-blooded family, maybe it's the usual routine of those families, marrying another family..." Luna shook her head, "Impossible, everyone knows, she will not accept the family's arrangements. "

"why?"

"Oh, because she abandoned the family, this matter used to be a big deal, as long as it is her fans, they will know."

"Then she dare to announce her surname aloud?" Zoe raised an eyebrow.

"'I refuse to continue to serve that corrupt and huge family because they are trying to manipulate my life. But I am still willing to add new glory to my surname, it is still my responsibility. Running away dingy? That's the coward's As.'-My family has reports that she said these things back then. She is really charming, isn't she?" Luna said with a smile.

Zoe covered his face: "No, I think it's just a fool whose brains have been burned out by glory and chivalry."

"That's why I feel that those people are not worthy of her, who can be worthy of the sun?" Luna groaned in pain, twisting and twisting on the bed like muddy mud, messing up the sheets."No, I want to clarify this matter. If "The Contradictory" can get an exclusive interview because of this, Dad will be happy and he has always admired her!"

Zoe feels stupid, and most importantly, she can't keep up with Luna's fast pace.The girl had been depressed for less than ten minutes, and she started talking to herself again.

"Good night, Zoe!"

"Uh, good night." Rolling his eyes, Zoe put out the candlelight.

*****

Zoe eats breakfast alone on the first day of the new semester.Luna made up her mind and woke up early to stop Marguerite.Zoe is not optimistic about her, because she is more than alone.Everyone in the dining room seemed restless, and after one night, many people still failed to digest the news.

But Marguerite seemed to have disappeared from school. She didn't come to eat, and Zoe thought it would be good for her to realize that a large number of people were staring at her.But she saw another professor sliding over from the other side of the corridor like a ghost. Barbara was holding a plate. The dark circles under her eyes were still very serious, but she looked even more tired this morning, weakened, maybe again. Spent all night.

Barbara's dressing in school is much more normal, this is for a wizard of normal standards.She didn't wear the very big pointed hat, but a suitable size.There is no exaggerated long dress in the robe, which makes her less noticeable, and she has no sense of existence among the professors.

Zoe noticed that she had a lot of food on the plate, piled like a small mountain bag.She opened her eyes wide, confirming that she was right.Barbara is well-proportioned. How does she manage to stuff two people's food in her stomach?

Professor McGonagall also noticed this and frowned to remind her: "Barbara, do you need me to remind you that waste is bad behavior?"

"It won't be wasted, Minerva." Barbara stuffed a spoonful of mashed potatoes into her mouth. She should have moved her plate. She could easily hold the full plate with one hand."I don't have classes in the morning. I plan to stay in the room for a while. They will all become nutritious in the end, no doubt."

Professor McGonagall stopped, and said casually: "Did you see Margaret? She hasn't come for breakfast yet."

Barbara stayed still on the spot for a while, as if thinking, tilting her head and replied: "...I don't think I will know the journey of that narcissistic fool."

Professor McGonagall gave a subtle smile: "Yeah, fool, troublemaker, she is always as proud as a lion showing off her mane... Has time passed so long? Even that Margaret is going to get married Now, I wish I could see what kind of person her significant other is..."

But it seems that Barbara is not interested in this topic, just want to go back to eat quickly, not interested in what Professor McGonagall will say next.She interrupted Professor McGonagall's sentimental memories and allowed her to continue, probably standing there and waiting for more than half an hour, when the meat on the plate was cold.

Chapter 14 Muggle Research

The first class of the new semester is Muggle Studies.Zoe looked at his schedule.She chose three elective courses: ancient magic, astronomy, and Muggle studies. She originally considered choosing divination. She didn't want to choose any courses related to magical creatures... But she finally chose one that was clearly and The wizard does not have any related subjects. It is almost useless for her study. It is just a waste of time. Who cares how Muggles do things? Even if she knows the lifestyles of Muggles, she can’t help her improve duels. technology.

"I didn't choose it for anyone... I'm just interested in this course." She stood outside the classroom and muttered for a long time, opened the door, the classroom was empty, and an adult witch was sitting at the podium, writing something down. .She raised her head: "Just find a place to sit down, kid. You don't need to be too restrictive in this class. The classroom is usually not full."

"But I thought it was time for class, Professor Bubaji." Zoe looked around, and none of the students arrived.

"It's not surprising. As long as I don't want to be angry every day, I have to learn to be tolerant. Many people will choose this course because it is a mixed class. It does not require complicated spells or difficult operations. You only need to listen. I will teach a few classes and fool around with the thesis...Even the invigilators of OWLs think that this course should not be considered as one of the subjects for the exam." Professor Keridi Bubagi said fiercely."But these are just prejudices. They shouldn't ignore Muggles. These stubborn people live just as well even if they don't have magic. I dare say that if pureblood theory continues to prevail, continue to ignore Muggle-born wizards, stand on their feet, and the wizarding world It will only welcome self-destruction in the near future."

"I agree with you, Professor. In fact, birth does not determine a person's achievements-my friend is the best witch in our grade, and she is from Muggle." Zoe agreed.

Professor Bubbaji smiled: "Yes, I've heard of it. Miss Hermione Granger, even if she compares her with all wizards, she is excellent. I pay special attention to her and I am very happy that she I would like to choose my course this year... But Miss Siegel, you have to know that the professors are also paying attention to you. Sometimes I have an illusion—"

Before she could finish her words, the classroom door was opened again. Students in twos and threes walked in easily, and the witch who walked in the end hurriedly walked in. She lowered her head and didn’t know what she was thinking, carrying a satchel, but Zoe could see. The satchel has been spelled.

"Hi, Hermione."

"Hi... Zoe? You also took this course!" Hermione ran over in surprise and threw the textbook next to Zoe's place. "I thought I wanted to take this course by myself, Harry and the others. I don’t want to take this course."

"I thought about it again later. Your suggestion was good, and you know that Muggles' lives are good." Zoe said dryly, and Hermione smiled excitedly and nodded in agreement.Zoe felt that something was scratching her heart again.

"Well, boys and girls, just find a place to sit down. We are about to start class." Professor Bubbaji clapped his hands and said loudly.

*****

"I think this course is actually learning Muggle history. This'spinning machine' sounds better to understand. What is a'steam engine'?" This is the first time Zoe heard these weird things. The words, "There is also the'Industrial Revolution', did they fight a war?"

"No, they don't. You just need to understand that they invented a magic wand called a'machine', which allows them to produce goods faster and better, instead of a large group of Muggles using their hands to make a'machine'. "A work that can be done in just one hour." Hermione took notes quickly. Even though she knew everything in the Muggle research, she carefully wrote down every word Professor Bubbaji said in her notebook. .

Professor Bubbaji’s focus is on modern times where there is a clear gap between wizards and Muggles.Because the Muggles in the Middle Ages were more ignorant and backward, the mystery and witchcraft did not need to be completely hidden. Wizards could even perform witchcraft in front of the Muggles. This is not considered a crime, as long as you can get rid of those The persecution of the frightened Muggles, or all their memories were changed.

The first Minister of Magic served in the eighteenth century. This is also a new attempt by the wizarding world to strengthen the management of wizards. It is obvious that the loose wizard council cannot stop the hardliners.

The era was at a time when the technology of the Muggle world began to gradually innovate. Colonies, markets, human resources, resources... As Muggles began to set foot in all corners of the earth, the mysterious side either wiped them all out, or chose to hide them. The road of coexistence, while the former is impossible, the base of masters is too small.This also directly led to the promulgation of the "International Confidentiality Law". There were too many people who were dissatisfied. They believed that the new law bound their hands and feet. The previous ministers were either rejected by the wizarding public opinion at the time for supporting the law or because of their support He was tough on Muggles and was replaced by a few people in power. In short, he didn't manage to work for a few more years.

"I think the progress of Muggle society is a good promotion for the wizarding world," Hermione was able to take the time to whisper to Zoe while recording the professor's speech. "You see, Professor Bins also said that before. The wizards don’t put money in the bank, and they are finally willing to establish the Ministry of Magic in the eighteenth century. This is all thanks to the Muggles’ continuous innovation of the system.

"But you forget that fairies and wizards wouldn't interact with each other back then, Hermione. Those stingy little guys don't want to deal with different people. Banks have appeared early, but who would be willing to take their own Can Kanon give it to the untrustworthy guys who may be stolen at any time? They might as well pile the gold in the basement and watch a few magic tricks." Zoe found that he finally encountered difficulties in learning. Muggle studies were a completely unfamiliar field to her, and she had to ask Hermione repeatedly to make sure that her spelling and explanation were correct.

She was very dissatisfied. Knowing that Hermione, a girl from Muggle, was not as clumsy as she was when she was learning spells. She was obviously learning in a field that was unfamiliar to her, but she felt that she was too clumsy, even though she was in this class. Except for Hermione, the fastest person to figure out all the concepts.

She couldn't imagine what she would do if she couldn't compete with Hermione academically and could no longer attract Hermione's attention.It's like the male peacock will attract the female peacock by unfolding the beautiful tail screen...

"boom!"