Hogwarts, where the stars shine

The curfew time at Hogwarts was coming, but a dozen Slytherin students left the common room one after another and headed towards the underground classroom with the portrait of Mopsus.

These people stood in a line in front of the portrait. Paul Gascoigne, the leader of the team, read the password. The portrait of Mopsus was unscrewed, and everyone got into the secret space behind it.

With so many students pouring in at once, the room immediately became crowded.Fortunately, Gascoigne had made preparations in advance so that everyone could get a chair.

The Slytherin students gathered in the secret room were all members of the student group "Runees", including purebloods, mixed-bloods, and a Muggle-born.

Everyone gathered here tonight to welcome the new members, but the two new members did not show up, obviously they were late.

"So, Mesa Black will be one of us from now on?" The student who asked the question was a tall boy. His voice was filled with excitement and a hint of subtle fear.

Everyone in the room knew what Mesa's addition meant.This is equivalent to a weak Quidditch team bringing in a strong supporter, who can still lead everyone to the championship.

However, Mesa's character and his slightly extreme style of doing things still made everyone a little worried and worried about the future development of the group.

"That's right, Clement." Gascoigne said with a smile, "From now on, Mesa Black is a rune snake. I invited him during the holidays, and he readily agreed to join."

To be more precise, Gascoigne did not invite Mesa to join the Runes, but entrusted the future of the Runes to Mesa and everyone's future.

Clement Martial, sixth-year Slytherin student.Although Clemont's parents are both wizards, he still joined the "Rune Snakes". None of Clemont's family agrees with pure-blood supremacy.

"But will he really...well...will he really unite with us?" Another boy said. He is not tall, but has a strong build and enviable shoulder width.

Cooper Sylvester's wording was very euphemistic. In fact, what he wanted to say was, "Will Mesa obey your orders?"From Cooper's perspective, Mesa is a rebellious person, and there is almost no possibility of being subdued by Gascoigne.

"I know what you're worried about, Cooper." Gascoigne looked at the candle hanging from the ceiling. "That kind of problem won't happen. He and I have already reached an agreement."

During the Christmas holidays, Mesa and Gascoigne held several discussions about who would lead the Runes.Willing to admit defeat, Gascoigne wanted Mesa to take over the student body immediately, but Mesa wanted Gascoigne to continue to manage the group.

It was finally agreed that Gascoigne would remain in charge of the day-to-day management of Runes until he graduated.When big things happen within the academy or with the Runes, Mesa is responsible for the management and command.

This is like the chief and deputy commander of an independent regiment. Normally, the regiment leader can give way to the deputy commander, but as soon as the gunshots are fired, the entire regiment must obey the commander's orders.

"Actually, I wanted him to lead us all, but he rejected the proposal." Gascoigne said, "Maybe he was worried that everyone would not be able to accept it for a while!"

The student leaders responsible for leading the Runes are usually replaced on the eve of graduation, when everyone elects another student to take over.Recommendations are brought forward only when major mistakes are made.

Now that Mesa suddenly joins the Runes, and even comes parachuted in to serve as the leader, this not only breaks the rules of the group that have been established for many years, but also easily arouses everyone's resentment.

This goes against Mesa's original intention. What he needs is a mouthpiece within the academy, not a fight with them.Moreover, as long as Gascoigne obeys Mesa's orders, Gascoigne can also support Gemma Farley after graduation.

To be honest, Mesa didn't want to spend time fighting for power as the leader of a student group consisting of more than ten people.His journey is the stars and the sea.

"You should trust Paul's decision." Gemma Farley said, she had not spoken since entering the secret room.

If there is anyone who should be most dissatisfied with Mesa's joining, it is none other than Gemma Farley. After all, she has lost the qualifications of the appointed successor.But far from being dissatisfied, Gemma Farley was in favor of Mesa joining.

Since the day the Rune Snake was established, it has always been on the weak side.After surviving the Death Eater Reserves and surviving into the post-Death Eater era, the discrimination within the academy still has not improved.

This is what really makes Gemma Farley dissatisfied. She is not content with the status quo. She wants to complete the dreamland of the previous generations.The appearance of Mesa gave Gemma Farley a glimmer of hope. His toughness and magical talent may be the key to breaking the tie.

Therefore, Gemma Farley supported Mesa's joining with both hands and feet, and was even willing to give up her qualifications as successor.But Mesa refused to take over the Rune Snake, which made Gemma Farley feel worried.

"You should also believe in Mesa Black." Gemma Farley continued, "Everyone has seen his abilities."

After saying what she wanted to say and expressing her attitude, Gemma Farley fell silent again.Those who are also silent are looking forward to the ceiling of Gascoigne. Only Clermont and Cooper are still discussing what changes will be brought about after Mesa joins.

After a while, the portrait opened again, and Mesa and Lilia entered the secret room one after another.Seeing the appearance of the two people, everyone immediately stopped the discussion and looked at the two people who were late.

"I'm sorry, something's delayed." Mesa said, uncharacteristically approachable.

"Is it about Adjani?" Gascoigne asked, "Although you say you are not restricted from interfering in this matter, I still think you will participate. You don't seem to be someone who can stay idle. "

Gascoigne pointed out Adjani to explain Mesa's reason for being late. He was not late for tonight's party on purpose, but because he had to do business.At the same time, it also shows that Mesa can run all the time for Adjani, and he can also be busy for his own people.

"I really don't want to get involved. The water is too deep and I can't step on it to the bottom." Mesa responded with a smile. "I just hope that this criminal can be caught by the professors soon."

"Okay, let's not talk about these unhappy things." Gascoigne said, "Didn't you say you prepared gifts for everyone?"

At this time, Lilia took out a leather bag from the pocket of her robe. She put the jingling bag into Gascoigne's hand.Lilia said: "This is our meeting gift. We recreated the rune snake badge."

Some people said nothing, while others frowned.What does it mean to remake a badge?What do the two of them want to do?

Gascoigne untied the drawstring of the bag and took out a badge to examine it carefully.The badge was upgraded from copper to silver, and the rune snake carving was more exquisite, and there was also a cross between a sword and a wand.

"The new badge has some more elements." Lilia continued. "If we want to protect ourselves and fulfill our demands, we can't do it without 'power'. It is both a prerequisite and a guarantee."

Soon, everyone in the classroom received a new badge.Compared with the old brass badge, this new silver badge looks more formal, and the rune snake carving is so lifelike that it's hard to put it down.

If Mesa tonight is approachable, then Lilia is approachable.

With the addition of Lilia, Rune Snake's logistics have been ensured to the greatest extent.Leaving aside other aspects, there will definitely be no shortage of snacks.Of course, this snack must not be made by Lilia herself.