The Pacifist Necromancer of Hogwarts

If the way the dragon expresses his love is just to purr, Anthony can barely accept it. But breathing fire at each other is apparently a way for fire dragons to communicate their affection, because Norbert was soon breathing another stream of flames.

We really need to get you out of there as soon as possible, Anthony said to Noble. It was clawing at his pocket, trying to pull the second robe off him.

Hagrid looked at Norbert infatuatedly, his bright black eyes flashing with dreamy brilliance. He said: It's so beautiful, isn't it?

Anthony did not answer, but instead held his pocket and looked at Hagrid's hut: Did Minerva come to see you after the fire?

No. Hagrid said, You know, my place is a bit remote. Not many people usually come here.

Anthony looked down at Norbert and met its evil eyes. Norbert's nose twitched, and a large column of black smoke came out, brewing the next fire.

No. Anthony said, recited an extinguishing spell (Charlie's friends sent him three pages of very detailed introduction to spells, which looked like they were torn from some book), and continued to talk to Hagrid, That's good news, otherwise you would have to find a way to explain to others what happened.

Norbert sneezed, blowing out a faint spark from his nose. It scratched its nose with the spikes on its wings in confusion, and then started to play with the spikes.

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According to Fred and George, we need to take Norbert to the castle, find the statue of the one-eyed witch on the third floor - I think I know which one they're talking about - say the spell, and then we'll find Passage to Honeydukes.”

Anthony said, watching Hagrid put a stack of rock biscuits into the box: We will try to sneak out of Honeydukes' cellar with the fire dragon. Then, if we are lucky, Dumbledore will fall from the sky and stop the Ministry of Magic. Theft or smuggling will land us in Azkaban. It all sounds like a wonderful, perfect plan.

Hagrid, immersed in sorrow, replied absently: Of course, Henry.

Quirrell is right, I must be crazy. Anthony shook his head and threw a dead mouse to Norbert, who stumbled over and flew over. It doesn't matter, let's take it step by step.

…

Anthony cast the Disillusionment Spell on himself, but for some reason, the Disillusionment Spell seemed to have no effect on Hagrid.

I can wear my coat, Hagrid said angrily. Let me hold Norbert under my coat. No one will notice, right?

I will pray that I don't run into anyone. Anthony lifted the illusion spell and felt that he should bring out the ghost mouse. Okay, take Norbert, Hagrid. If you want to put on your I'm not going to stop you, Coat. We're ready to go.

Okay, okay. Hagrid said, his eyes turning red again. He gently lifted up the box containing Norbert, where the young dragon was anxiously banging against the tightly sealed lid.

They walked out of Hagrid's hut. Fang Ya was gnawing on a bone in the shadow of the eaves boredly, and he shouted loudly when he saw them coming out.

Quiet, Fang, Hagrid said, We don't want to be discovered.

It's okay, Hagrid, Anthony said. Even with your coat on, you're still perfectly normal standing next to your house. Don't look so nervous.

Oh - okay, I'm sorry. Hagrid said, still hunched slightly, trying to tiptoe next to Anthony.

As soon as they entered the castle, Filch appeared out of nowhere, with Lady Norris at his feet.

Professor Anthony, I thought you had gone home? Filch twitched his nose and said doubtfully, And you - Hagrid, why are you here? He looked at Hagrid's moleskin coat. There was a thumping sound from under the coat, What is that sound?

Hagrid said distractedly, I can be wherever I want, Filch.

Mr. Filch. Anthony nodded to Filch and said happily, Yes, when I got home, I couldn't find my coconut sorbet. I originally planned to give it to a friend. Oh, by the way, I forgot whether I mentioned that friend to you. He gave me a large bottle of joy potion before. It was a genius potion...

Okay, go get the coconut sorbet, Professor Anthony. Filch interrupted, glanced at Hagrid again, shook his head and walked away, muttering too much to drink.

Anthony looked around, and Madam Pomfrey's figure flashed past behind a pillar.

Let's go quickly, he said, before more people find us.

Hagrid followed him upstairs, walking as quietly as possible.

Silently and carefully, they walked around a platform. Norbert seemed to be asleep, and there was a small snore coming from the box. Another platform...Anthony felt a little lighter. All the students were on vacation and the castle was empty.

That's great, Henry. Hagrid followed Anthony upstairs, firmly protecting the box in his arms, What is the joy potion?

I don't know, something like a Joy Charm, Anthony said. Carridy and I were complaining that we should have a few sips before grading papers.

A cold snort came from his head.

Anthony raised his head, and Snape happened to be standing on the platform of the second floor leisurely, greeting hypocritically: Look, who is this? Professor Anthony, and - Hagrid. I'm so happy to see you.

Anthony took a deep breath secretly and said, Professor Snape, good afternoon.

There must be something very urgent that would make you turn back after declaring that you left school, right? Snape said smoothly, his eyes falling on the bulge that was snoring under the cover of his coat. , What's that new thing, Hagrid?

Hagrid made a choked greeting. Snape's thin lips twisted into an odd smile.

Yes, it's very urgent. Anthony smiled, So if you don't mind, Professor Snape, please forgive us.

Actually, I mind. Snape said tactfully, blocking their passage upstairs with a sudden step. I need to be wary of anyone... who shouldn't be here during the holidays. Of course, there are also people who shouldn't be here. Things here. He glanced at Hagrid's big robe again, You can definitely understand, right, Anthony? Especially after what happened before the end of last semester?

Of course, Professor Snape, Anthony said, But I remember you left school too?

Snape said, Unlike you, Anthony, I came back by invitation. Poppy wanted to discuss with me the efficacy of Mr. Davis' medication. What did you bring into the school?

My experimental supplies. As you can probably imagine, for me... Anthony said meaningfully, It is difficult to find a suitable place to conduct experiments. There are no students in the school now, so it seems to be a good option.

Snape stared into his eyes: Your experiment...

The principal agreed. Anthony said quickly. In fact, I consulted him whether I should continue research, and he encouraged me to make some cautious attempts within my capabilities. You can always ask him for confirmation.

Snape let out a heavy snort and asked Hagrid: What about you, Hagrid? What are you doing? Becoming another experimental subject?

Hmm... Hagrid said.

Anthony took over: My experimental supplies are too heavy and very precious, and I can't risk using the levitation spell. Hagrid very enthusiastically decided to do this for me.

Very enthusiastic, Snape repeated, still refusing to take his eyes off Hagrid's coat.

Anthony said: And I have to ensure the ambient temperature it is in. You know, those experiments of mine... are dangerous.

At this time, Norbert woke up. It began to bang the box angrily again.

As a reminder, there is a simple spell called the Warming Charm - said Snape.

Anthony interrupted: And it's strictly controlled by the Ministry of Magic.

Snape's eyes flicked between him and Hagrid, and finally said: I suggest you be careful, Hagrid. Some people may have different opinions, but I will not trust a person who just came to Hogwart. A year old... wizard. He omitted some modifiers in front of wizard, passed Anthony and Hagrid, and strode towards the cellar.

Hagrid let out a long breath. Anthony tried to sound relaxed and cheerful: It's okay, Hagrid, let's go. We're almost there.

Yeah, yeah, Hagrid muttered. There were some strange noises coming from the box, and Norbert seemed to be eating his ferret sandwich.

…

The corridor on the third floor was empty. They succeeded in finding the hunchbacked one-eyed witch so successfully that Anthony couldn't believe it. It was a wonder Filch or Snape hadn't snuck up behind them.

Now it's time to test whether Fred and George have suddenly decided to add a little mischief into the professor's life.

Anthony took out his magic wand and whispered: The sun, stars and moon, shining on my nose, separated left and right! He knocked on the stone statue, and the hump opened, but it seemed that it could only accommodate thinner people.

Okay, I know what's going to go wrong. Anthony said, Give me the box, Hagrid. See you in Hogsmeade - the plan has changed, you go attract the attention of the Honeydukes clerk, I'll be responsible for secretly Sneak out.

Oh, Norbert. Hagrid said, hugging the box tightly to his chest, and then reluctantly handed it to Anthony, See you, Honeydukes. Take care and take good care of Norbert.

Be careful, Anthony urged. No matter what people ask you, just say I asked you to help me buy some coconut sorbet from Honeydukes, okay?

Coconut sorbet, Hagrid repeated. No problem. He pulled out a handkerchief and blew his nose loudly, as if he was allergic to the word coconut sorbet.

Anthony pushed the box deeper and got into the passage: I promise nothing will happen. Be strong, Hagrid, Norbert needs your help now.

That's right, Hagrid said, sounding more determined, I'm Norbert's mother. See you later, Henry.

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The passage was slippery, dark, and cold, like a stone slide. Anthony held Norbert's box to his chest and slid it down.

A balloon on the box burst, and an explosion echoed in the passage, as if it was about to collapse. The young dragon, which had been whining all the time, fluttered in the box, trying frantically to push open the lid.

Okay, okay, it's okay. Anthony comforted.

They fell to the dirt floor in the darkness. Anthony almost thought he was going to the Basilisk Canteen again, but he felt it and there were no bones around him.

Fluorescence. He muttered softly, and the tip of the wand suddenly lit up with a bright white light. The little dragon gradually calmed down and began to eat its dead mouse again.

…

The passage is incredibly long and twists and turns.

The ground was not very smooth, and Norbert bounced back and forth in the box, and puffs of black smoke came out of the cracks in the box in annoyance. Anthony suspected it had baked those rock biscuits again.

After walking for an unknown amount of time, a long, long stone staircase appeared in front of him.

Would it be faster if you let yourself fly up? Anthony asked Norbert, lifting the box up again, Okay, let's go. Hagrid should have arrived.

Norbert answered his question with an angry rap and charred crumbs falling from the cracks in the box.

What's the name of that spell that can make other people not hear the sound you make? Anthony whispered to himself, climbing up step by step, Wait, is there such a spell? I really should review it again Come on... the study of magic is quite interesting...

Norbert banged against the box, driving it against his chest like an external, square, irregular heart.

Hey, Hagrid and I will probably visit you again. Anthony said, It's really not getting used to...you know, you are a dragon, and... He stood on the stairs, a little lost in thought, and whispered, You are alive.

Another balloon burst. Under the steady light of the wand, Anthony saw a sharp little claw glowing with golden light stretching out from the crack of the box, accurately scratching the pink balloon.

Anthony made all the balloons disappear. Norbert made an angry noise and scratched at the crate.

Do you think the stun spell would work for you? Anthony asked, I haven't tried that yet.

…

A stone staircase led them to a trap door. Anthony listened for a while, but without waiting for any movement, he carefully opened the trap door. As the Weasley twins said, this is a cellar where boxes of candy are stored. Norbert started whining again.

Anthony walked slowly towards the wooden stairs leading up, hearing voices and footsteps coming from above.

Hagrid's loud voice said: Yes, coconut sorbet again. I want more - Henry needs - er, three boxes.

Three boxes? the clerk said, In this case, I suggest Professor Anthony use our owl ordering method. We can mail the candies directly to his address - here, this is the order form, I have filled in the quantity, You can write your shipping address here.”

No, no, Hagrid said, I need three boxes right now.

But you have already ordered two boxes before. The clerk said, Are you sure you want to take away five boxes? Our owl shipping is not expensive...

Hagrid almost sounded like he was pleading with her: Yes, please open the warehouse door again...

An unknown lady's voice said impatiently: Move the box to the side - three bags of chocolate frogs, how much do they cost?

Honey, please pick up three more boxes of coconut sorbet for Mr. Hagrid and check the stock. The clerk said, Ma'am, this way, please.

The footsteps were getting closer and closer. Anthony made up a Disillusionment Charm for himself, hurriedly hid under the stairs with the box in his arms, and looked at - anything, God, Merlin, Death, Norbert's teddy bear and the garlic portrait at the door of Quirrell's office - —Pray that Xiaolong can be quiet for a few minutes. He put his little finger into the crack of the box, hoping that the dragon would be busy nibbling his hand and forget to hit the box.

Nice to meet you, Professor Anthony, the man at the bottom of the stairs said briskly.

Anthony was surprised to see a young man with red hair emerge from under the stairs. Fred or George Weasley was smiling cheerfully at himself.