Hogwarts: Don't call me the Staff Maker

Chapter 652 Sirius and Lupin Come to Help

Chapter 652 Sirius and Lupin Come to Help

The next morning, the first period for sixth graders was herbal medicine class, and Professor Sprout asked them to independently extract the pods from the remnants of the knotweed root.

This is no easy task. The remnants of the gnarled vine are somewhat like a miniature version of the willow catkin. Once something gets close, long thorny vines will shoot out from the top and swing around in the air.

More and more people were being hit, and the screams of agony echoed throughout the classroom.

Some people had their teeth knocked out and their lips were dripping blood, while others had half of their faces covered in bloodstains, making them look horribly gruesome.

However, the pods of the knotweed are a rare and valuable resource. When fresh, pierce them and squeeze out the juice, which is the most important ingredient for making soothing agents.

However, the pods are very elastic and can easily slip out of one's grasp if one is not careful, so Xilun must be fully focused and pay attention to changes in the surrounding situation at all times.

In less than ten minutes, two pods suddenly bounced from unexpected angles and almost hit the back of his head.

After class, everyone finally emerged from the greenhouse, exhausted.

"I never imagined that the most terrifying course after entering sixth grade would be Herbology," Harry said, covering his left cheek with one hand.

Just before get out of class ended, he was caught off guard and was whipped by a thorny vine, leaving a noticeable red mark on the left side of his face.

"There might have been a class on protecting magical creatures, but thankfully we don't need to continue." Ron also covered his face, glancing with lingering fear at Hagrid's hut not far away.

If plants are this difficult to deal with, magical creatures must be even more dangerous.

The three of them looked at Xilun in unison, their eyes filled with sympathy.

"Titans are actually quite cute," Siron said. "And this is probably the only chance to get up close to them, so it feels really special."

"I will never make contact with giants, never!" Ron said firmly, looking at Siron, his eyes suddenly widening in surprise.

"Wait, who are those two?" Ron quickly pointed behind Sirius. "They look so much like Sirius and Lupin—"

Xilun turned his head and saw them as well.

This isn't just a resemblance; it's clearly Sirius Black and Lupin. They also spotted Sirius and his group and quickly quickened their pace to walk over.

"Hey, Sirius, Harry, how are you guys?" Sirius seemed to have recovered from the Regulus incident and returned to his original form, waving vigorously at them.

"And Ron, Hermione, it's so good to see you both alive."

This sounds a bit strange, but considering the current situation, not being killed by Death Eaters is indeed something to be happy about, and it is also the most basic wish in most people's hearts.

"Sirius, Remus!" Harry was also very happy. "What brings you here—are you here to reminisce about the past?"

At that moment, Harry seemed to have thought of something, and his eyes lit up.

"I know, you must be here to replace Snape. Two former Defense Against the Dark Arts professors, no one is more suitable than you. Is he finally going to return to his own kind?"

Harry knew Snape was a Death Eater, and many students knew that he was in cahoots with those outside who were killing and causing destruction, but Dumbledore trusted him, which was what Harry couldn't understand the most.

"Snape—Defense Against the Dark Arts?"

Sirius didn't quite understand, but he still shook his head and said, "Although I also dislike that snotty Snape, Harry, our visit has nothing to do with Snape—at least not much."

"We were invited to help," Lupin said, glancing at Xiren.

"You're moving faster than I expected," Celen said.

The letter was sent out yesterday afternoon, and Harry told him that Hedwig wouldn't be back until this morning.

Sirius had always thought that even if Sirius and Lupin were willing to come, it would take several days. He never expected them to appear on the Hogwarts campus so quickly.

"Because this is a very important matter." Sirius Black's smile faded, and he said seriously, "So, Dumbledore really—"

“It’s absolutely true,” Siren said. “That curse is slowly taking his life.”

"Then the method you mentioned—"

"That's why I'm seeking your help," Siren said. "I need to get tested."

"Wait, wait a minute." Ron looked at them, completely bewildered. "What Dumbledore? Curse? What are you talking about? I don't understand a word you're saying."

Harry frowned, thinking of Dumbledore's right hand, which looked like a withered twig, lifeless.

Could it be because of this?

But didn't Dumbledore say it was okay?

Sirius and Lupin exchanged a glance, stammering and unsure how to explain. They had been too hasty and forgotten that Harry and the others were still there.

Just as the two were racking their brains for an excuse, Dumbledore happened to walk out of the castle.

"Good morning, Sirius, Remus—you're early."

The two men remained silent, looking almost simultaneously at Dumbledore's right hand.

But today Dumbledore was wearing a robe that didn't quite fit; the sleeves were too big, just enough to completely cover his right hand.

The two of them saw nothing.

Dumbledore's eyes flickered.

"I think you haven't received my reply yet," he said.

"No," Sirius shook his head and said, "but we think waiting here for a reply is the same. Clearly, you've already agreed to our request, haven't you?"

He was referring to the fact that the two had already appeared at Hogwarts.

Hogwarts has many protective spells, and without the permission of Headmaster Dumbledore, no one other than a student can enter the gates of Hogwarts.

However, this restriction is not unbreakable; powerful wizards can easily break it, but that would mean going to war with Hogwarts, which is something few wizards would dare to do.

Most wizards, including students' parents, would write to Dumbledore first and obtain permission before entering.

The fact that Sirius Black and Lupin were able to walk in means that Dumbledore had already agreed.

"I'm curious what brings you to the school," Dumbledore asked, looking at them. "A return visit, or a reunion with your old colleagues?"

"It's to save you," Sirius thought, but after hesitating for a few seconds, he changed his words: "It's Sirius. He has something very important he wants us to help with."

"Something important?" Dumbledore blinked.

"It's very important," Siron said solemnly.

"Do you need my help?" Dumbledore asked. "I happen to be free these days."

"It is necessary." Xiren nodded, then shook his head. "But not now."

"Alright." Dumbledore didn't press further. "You can come to me anytime if you need anything, if I'm still at the school."