Infinite Horror: The Strongest Zhongzhou Team

"This is absolutely fantastic!"

"By the way, do you have Krum's autograph?"

For the rest of the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, there was almost nothing else of importance after the start of the semester except seeing Harry Potter and Ron Weasley, whose names resounded throughout the European wizarding world.

Because in their world, nothing is more exciting than this.

As for the black magic attack that occurred on the same day, it was not even within their scope of concern.

So when Harry and Ron came into the sight of others.

A group of people immediately surrounded them, and Neville excitedly waved his newspaper.

Harry and Ron, who had stayed up all night, were stunned when they saw this scene.

Just as the two were facing each other and preparing to run away.

Some random hands reached out directly.

Cheng Xiao, who was in the corner, retreated again and again upon seeing this scene.

It can only be said that no matter what world you're in, crazy fans are a terrifying force.

This has such a big impact just from seeing it in the newspaper; imagine what it would be like in person.

These people might even tear two people apart and then keep a fragment as a keepsake.

Cheng Xiao hadn't expected that this was just the situation in one fourth-year dormitory in Gryffindor.

When the news in the cafeteria had completely fermented.

After all the students in all grades learned that Harry Potter and Ron had returned to school, as reported in the newspapers...

It almost turned into a fan meeting without any scheduled classes.

Fortunately, Harry and Ron cooperated well, and in less than half a day, the students' enthusiasm finally subsided somewhat.

"What's it like being a celebrity? Do you enjoy it?"

George and Flandre walked over from either side, looking at the slightly disheveled Harry and Ron.

"Get up, you're blocking the way!"

"Harry, have some water."

Wearing a magic robe, Ginny shoved the two annoying people in front of her aside.

Then he handed Harry a glass of water.

This ability to change one's expression in an instant can be said to have been fully inherited from one's mother.

Seeing this, the three biological brothers all pursed their lips, but dared not utter a sound.

Just as Ron looked at the figure next to Ginny...

"Get ready, the excitement is about to begin!"

I don't know when, but Cheng Xiao is standing on top of Harry's head and says something with a serious face.

It was at this moment that some students in the school corridor suddenly shouted excitedly, and as more and more people noticed,

Harry and his friends then belatedly looked up at the sky and sea outside the castle.

This scene!
Pegasus pierces the clouds, giant ship breaks through the sea!
This is the magical sight that appeared before the students of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Seven white horses with wings on their backs pierced through the clouds, pulling a luxurious carriage inlaid with various dazzling gems.

The sea was also divided in two by a colossal object.

Harry and his friends, who were also confused, exclaimed in surprise.

"From the sky? Are those Pegasus? Or are there seven of them?"

"Wait, what's that Pegasus pulling behind?"

“And the sea, Ron, look, it’s rising from beneath the surface,”

"What a huge ship! Are there people on board?"

Everyone at Hogwarts now feels like they don't know where to look.

While the aerial entrance was spectacular, the sight of the ship breaking through the sea was equally awe-inspiring.

George on the side couldn't help but cheer:
"Wow, this view isn't something you see every day!"

Cheng Xiao saw Haig on the green square waving two red signs vigorously.

It looks like it's guiding the Pegasus to its landing spot.

The enormous ship, with its sails already lowered, had docked at the shore.

"Jingle Bell!"

"Jingle Bell!"

The urgent noise made the students who wanted to wait and see sigh one by one.

"Let's go, you should head to the auditorium."

Harry was taken aback: "And you?"

"Aren't you coming with us?"

Cheng Xiao shook his head with his back to everyone: "Me?"

"You will see me appear!"

Looking at this person who suddenly became inexplicable, Ron and the others couldn't help but show a strange expression.

Harry then followed the crowd toward the Great Hall.

At this moment, Cheng Xiao couldn't help but start to let his thoughts wander, because he was thinking about a question.

So what level of magical artifacts are these Pegasus and giant ship?

As a type of transportation tool in the magic realm, its price should not be low.

This flying horse, and the carriage behind it, seem to have a similar design to the First Emperor's chariot.

As for this enormous ship, it's unknown whether it has the ability to shrink.

However, Cheng Xiao was only thinking about it, because even if the entire Zhongzhou team were present, it would be difficult to plan for these two magic academies' treasures, let alone for himself.

With a sigh, Cheng Xiao turned and left.

“It’s hard for a clever woman to make a meal without rice!”
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Great Hall.

As all the students of Hogwarts took their seats.

Ron, looking around, quickly spotted the two empty seats in the front row.

"Harry, look! What's that?"

"Ron, sit down, Headmaster Dumbledore is here!"

Harry finished speaking in a low voice.

As the dean, dressed in a starry sky magic robe, walked onto the stage, the entire auditorium fell silent.

"It seems everyone is settled in, so as the new semester approaches, I'd like to announce something first!"

"At this moment, this castle will not only be your home, but will also welcome a group of special guests."

"As the Headmaster of Hogwarts School of Management, I am very honored to tell you this."

This year, our academy has been selected by the Ministry of Magic to host a legendary tournament…

That is the semi-final tournament, the legendary Goblet of Fire!!!

After Dumbledore finished speaking, he deliberately waited a moment.

Just as he had expected, all the students in the academy cheered with joy upon hearing the last three words.

If it's a tournament, many people might not know what it is, but the name "Goblet of Fire" is very well-known.

Even though it hasn't been held for over a hundred years, that hasn't stopped the story of the Goblet of Fire from being passed down among generations of students.

Eternal glory is never just a saying.

Those are all genuine reputations.

So naturally many people know this, but it's precisely because they know it that they're confused, like Malfoy.

"A semi-final tournament? Isn't the Trophy of Fire always a three-way tie?"

Vincent Crabbe, who was standing nearby as a henchman, had a sudden inspiration and said:

"Did Dean Dumbledore say something wrong?"

Malfoy wasn't the only one raising this question; many older students shared it. This was precisely when the discussion was at its loudest.

"Quiet!"

An invisible, intangible wind swept through the entire auditorium.

The buzzing sound, which had been like that of bees, disappeared instantly.

Dean Dumbledore then continued:

"The Goblet of Fire, which took place over a hundred years ago, was a three-way competition, a series of magical contests between three magic academies."

"Therefore, as the name suggests, in addition to the three magic academies in Europe, there is another one hosting the Goblet of Fire this time, which is the Eastern Magic Academy."

"This year's tournament will be the first ever to feature a four-way championship!"

"Hogwarts, Durmstrang, Beauxbatons, and the mysterious Eastern School!"

"Each college can only select one student!"

"Here I want to make it clear beforehand that once you are selected, you will be fighting alone."

So believe me, magicians who can't handle setbacks should think twice before registering.

"But we can talk about that later. Now let's welcome the beautiful ladies from Beauxbatons Academy of Magic."

"And their principal, Mrs. Maxim!"

As soon as those words were spoken, the auditorium doors burst open.

All the students at Hogwarts followed Headmaster Dumbledore's hand and looked over.

And then the gate opened.

A cool breeze carrying a unique floral fragrance rushed in, accompanied by a peculiar, melodious sound that seemed to be composed of countless tiny silver bells.

At that moment, all the Hogwarts students craned their necks and instinctively held their breath.

Then came a series of bright and exciting sights, a physical one.

The crisp sound of leather shoes rang out in unison.

The first thing that catches the eye is a group of beautiful young women dressed in exquisite light blue silk robes.

This kind of clothing is like a combination of a formal dress and a magic robe.

It is dignified yet beautiful, and it perfectly complements her well-developed figure.

These girls had graceful figures and light steps, as if they were walking on moonlight.

And among this group, the one at the very front, seemingly meaningless, is the most beautiful.

The faces with their colorful long hair appeared exceptionally beautiful and refined under the lights of the auditorium.

Their faces wore an expression that was a mixture of curiosity and reserve.

And so, a neatly lined-up group of beautiful girls appeared in the auditorium.

It's not over yet.

Accompanied by music drifting from the air, the group of girls began to move forward and dance with unique steps.

They lined up in two rows, walking in unison as if performing a dance, and headed straight for the empty seats reserved for them at the front of the auditorium.

The group of more than ten people first moved forward, then stopped and turned around.

At this moment, Ron and Harry were only a few dozen centimeters apart from them because they were sitting on the outer edge of the dining table.

So the two of them were so engrossed in watching that their eyes almost popped out.

Right across from the two, Hermione and Ginny, sitting together, both gave Ron and Harry, who were staring intently at each other, a dangerous look on their faces.

However, the two of them had to admit that their elegant, graceful, and powerful dance moves were alluring to most of the opposite sexes present.

"Wow……"

Ron couldn't help but let out a low gasp, his eyes almost glued to the girls of Beauxbatons, especially their long, white, straight legs.

Seeing this, Hermione poked him with her hand in annoyance.

Ron swallowed hard and came to his senses.

George, on the other side, also had a very expressive expression: "My God, is this Beauxbatons' magic dance?"

Flanders nodded in agreement: "This is truly the first time I've ever seen this."

As the group of girls strode to the front of the auditorium.

They spread their arms, turned halfway, and a sound that seemed to be a groan of lamentation came from all around.

Countless blue butterflies condensed from their bodies and then flew outwards.

Butterflies the size of a palm fluttered about, and beneath their vibrating wings, a light like fireflies began to appear.

The emanating light made the entire auditorium appear like a dream.

However, this scene was fleeting, and the butterflies disappeared.

Harry and the others' attention was also drawn to another figure.

She was walking at the very back of the group of girls, an exceptionally tall woman.

Her height even surpassed that of Hagrid, who possessed giant blood.

However, this woman did not appear bulky or slovenly like Hagrid.

She was wearing an elegant black satin dress and a luxurious pearl necklace. Her fair skin was also evident from her exposed wrists and arms.

This unusual person was none other than Mrs. Orim Maxim, the headmistress of Beauxbatons Academy of Magic.

Her expression was solemn and dignified, and her gaze swept across the hall with a strange sense of scrutiny.

But when he looked at Dumbledore at the end, he nodded slightly in greeting.

Neville watched the figure walk past him and couldn't help but grab Ron's arm:

"My God, this woman is huge!"

Ron looked at himself, whose seat only reached the other man's thighs, and nodded in deep agreement.

Ron had only ever seen the giants bigger than Hagrid, the ones he'd seen before.

And this dean didn't seem to be any smaller than the troll.

The dance and the butterflies were beautiful.

But when this giant-like headmaster appeared, the students of Hogwarts were still amazed.

Just then, Ron and his companion saw the "giant" turn its head and look at them.

The sharp, knife-like gaze startled the two of them, and they quickly turned around.

Seeing this, Dumbledore stepped forward with a smile to greet Mrs. Maxim, and the two shook hands briefly.

Keep in mind that Dumbledore was nearly 1.9 meters tall.

But when Harry shook hands with the two of them, he always felt like a mother owing a child something.

This is enough to show the size difference between the two.

After the two deans bowed their heads and exchanged a few words, the clear and melodious magical music in the air came to an end.

Mrs. Maxim and her students took their seats in the empty seats.

Their presence added a touch of brightness and a hint of tension to the entire auditorium.

Applause erupted as he bowed in thanks at the end.

There were even some excited screams and whistles mixed in.

However, amidst this lively atmosphere, the atmosphere in some places became strange.

"??? Harry, why are you standing up?"

Harry clapped excitedly while awkwardly sitting down.

Soon Harry and Ron spotted Hermione and Ginny among a group of excited people, who neither clapped nor showed any expression.

The two sat together, exuding a strange aura.

Hermione stared blankly at Ron across from her, while Ginny waved her hands but didn't actually clap once.

He looked around, seemingly unconcerned.

Dumbledore rose and returned to the podium, his deep gaze once more fixed on the doorway, as the entire Great Hall fell silent again. (End of Chapter)