Hogwarts: This Wizard is Unscientific 71

Chapter 71: Harry Subdues Voldemort, So You Come to Subdue Me?

Harry and Ron are just two ordinary, even a bit dim-witted, young wizards.

But Andy Collins is different.

If, since Tom Riddle graduated, there’s any Hogwarts student who could give Dumbledore a headache, it’s Andy Collins.

Dumbledore has taught for nearly a century, his experience is vast; he can almost instantly discern a young wizard’s talent and future.

Hogwarts never lacks geniuses. Snape is a genius, and his contemporaries, Sirius Black and James Potter, were also exceptionally gifted in magic. Even now, Cedric Diggory from Hufflepuff is an exceptionally talented young wizard.

But they could never become wizards like Dumbledore, Grindelwald, or Voldemort, standing at the pinnacle of the magical world. The reason is simple: their ambition is different.

That night, when Dumbledore first met Andy, he saw it – Andy wanted to surpass him. Such ambition isn’t terrifying; what’s terrifying is that Andy possesses the talent and drive to achieve it.

Andy is the most mature young wizard Dumbledore has ever seen. He has exceptional comprehension and learning abilities, clear goals, and works tirelessly towards them.

Dumbledore knows that Andy is simply interested in magic. Beyond that, few things capture his attention.

This is a dangerous sign. Indifference means a lack of appreciation. And often, dark magic doesn’t reason with you. When you study dark magic, it can inadvertently lead you to the abyss.

Dumbledore must remain vigilant towards such a young wizard. Especially one who keeps causing trouble.

Snape glanced at the name on the envelope without hesitation. He looked at Dumbledore’s expression and sneered, “Even the greatest white wizard of this century is troubled by a first-year student?”

“Perhaps the older one gets, the more cautious one becomes,” Dumbledore said calmly, then opened the envelope.

Upon reading the letter, Dumbledore’s expression became extremely colorful.

*You again?*

Last time, Dumbledore had meticulously planned for Harry to confront Voldemort, to test Harry’s courage and conviction, and to observe whether the protective magic on Harry was still effective against Voldemort. Then Andy promptly expelled Quirrell from Hogwarts.

This time, Dumbledore had finally gotten everything back on track, the plan barely even formulated, and Andy stabbed him in the back again.

Last time, it was using Malfoy; this time, he directly involved Harry and Ron.

Harry subdues Voldemort, so you come to subdue me, right?

How will Trelawney predict this time? Two can only live, one must kill the other?

“What does it say?” Snape asked, somewhat gleefully.

Though Snape didn’t know what had happened, seeing Dumbledore’s expression, he knew Andy had done something big. Maybe he wouldn’t need Felix Felicis tonight.

“See for yourself.”

Dumbledore handed Ron and Andy’s letters to Snape; Harry’s letter was placed in his drawer.

Snape took the letters. He first glanced at Andy’s letter, then at Dumbledore. “It seems the one expelled from school this time might be the greatest Headmaster in Hogwarts history.”

Snape was in a good mood.

After reading Andy’s letter, Snape glanced at Ron’s. He hadn’t paid much attention; Ron was just a foolish Gryffindor, hardly a threat.

But this foolish lion dared to stab him in the back!

*What does it mean that Snape secretly went to the fourth-floor corridor?* I went there openly!

*What does it mean that Snape wanted to steal the Philosopher’s Stone?* I did have some thoughts, but I didn’t act!

*What does it mean that Snape attacked Malfoy?* That’s my old friend’s son; can this also be blamed on me?

*What does it mean that Snape also wanted to attack you, Harry, and Andy?* Well… alright, I do want to attack you now, that’s not wrong.

Snape crumpled the parchment into a ball. It seems he had been too lenient towards Gryffindors.

Dumbledore rubbed his temples, his face aching.

Undeniably, Andy had caused him some trouble.

Whatever Dumbledore’s intentions, bringing the Philosopher’s Stone into Hogwarts did bring danger into the school. This was undeniable.

And the person who attacked Malfoy was indeed Quirrell. In this aspect, Dumbledore did bear responsibility. Considering his position as Headmaster, the responsibility was even greater, amounting to negligence towards the safety of all the students.

But as the saying goes, compassion doesn’t win battles. If Dumbledore didn’t do this, once Voldemort resurrected, he would bring even greater harm to the wizarding world. Dumbledore must ensure that in the confrontation between Harry and Voldemort, Voldemort is the one who dies.

“What do you plan to do?” Snape asked. Though gleeful inside, Snape knew this matter must be resolved. Because Andy had involved Harry Potter.

If Harry believes that Dumbledore knowingly kept the Philosopher’s Stone in Hogwarts despite the danger, and when Quirrell really attacks a student, how will Harry view Dumbledore? This is the most thorny part of the whole affair.

As for Andy…

Dumbledore and Snape both knew Andy wouldn’t really do anything.

Before Dumbledore could answer, Snape asked, “Why did he do this?”

Snape still couldn’t understand why Dumbledore would pay so much attention to a first-year student. Harry Potter was understandable, as he was involved in the prophecy concerning Voldemort. But Andy?

Snape admitted that Andy was indeed talented and hardworking, but so what?

Didn’t I, Severus Snape, have talent and work hard? You didn’t care about me like this when I was a student!

Why?

Snape felt indignant. If Dumbledore had paid as much attention to him as he did to Andy when he was obsessed with dark magic, perhaps he and Lily wouldn’t have ended up that way. Maybe they’d even have children now.

Harry Snape? Bah! If I, Snape, had a child, I wouldn’t name him Harry. What a ridiculous name.

“It seems we need to have a good talk with Mr. Collins,” Dumbledore said calmly. “Severus, I have the same question as you.”

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