Hogwarts starts with stealing power.

As class was about to start, Lin Xia and other talents walked out of the laboratory.

As the newly appointed professor of Care of Magical Creatures, Hagrid asked his students to prepare a very novel textbook during the holidays, called "The Monster Book of Monsters".

It is said that every little wizard who buys this book will try to open it out of curiosity, but without exception they cannot open it.

Every time I open it, I will be greeted with a scream, and then the monster book will chase and bite me.

If the books didn't bite hard enough, the little wizards wouldn't be hurt. Otherwise, Hogwarts would have had a lot of injuries and leave before school even started.

Lin Xia and others came to the outside of the castle and headed towards Brother Hai’s cabin.

The rain outside has stopped, and the sky is a refreshing light gray. The grass underfoot is moist and soft, with a slight elasticity when stepped on.

Everyone was looking forward to this class. The more they looked forward to it, the more nervous they became. When they were about to arrive at Hagrid's hut, Lin Xia and others stopped discussing.

The Gryffindor students naturally like Hagrid very much and get along well with him.

The Hufflepuff students had no ill feelings towards the giant professor and gathered around them, looking around curiously.

The Ravenclaws stood around proudly and reservedly, looking at Hagrid's cabin, wanting to see what kind of magical creatures Hagrid would take out.

Only the Slytherins stood in the distance arrogantly, staying away from Hagrid, as if he had some germs on him.

Even though the school had arranged many Gryffindor students for Hagrid in his class schedule, it was impossible for there to be no Slytherin students at all.

The only good thing is that there are very few Slytherin students, only a few of them, and these people cannot affect Hagrid's teaching at all.

No matter what they said, no student responded, as if they were dumb.

This group of Slytherin students all understood their situation, so they didn't speak during Hagrid's formal class.

"Come on, come on, hurry up and hold on!"

As class time approached, Hagrid urged the students not far away to come over quickly.

"Today I have something good to show you. First, you need to open your textbooks—"

Hagrid paused and winked at them mischievously, his eyes still full of childishness:
“I believe that all students have tried to open this book in advance. I wonder if anyone has successfully opened it using the correct method?

Whichever student opens it, I will give that college 5 points!"

As soon as these words were spoken, students from Gryffindor, Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw all raised their hands enthusiastically.

Ron looked around and found that one-fifth of the students knew how to open the book.

He whispered to Harry, "How did they know the method? Did they prepare for it all in advance? Isn't that too much?"

Harry looked at the classmates who raised their hands and didn't want to say anything anymore. He felt that he had no talent for studying at all.

He had had this book for a long time and tried to open it several times, but gave up when he couldn't open it. He never thought about finding the correct way to open it.

Hermione on the side raised her hand high. Harry thought that in terms of self-awareness in learning, he was no match for Hermione.

On the other side, Draco and Lin Xia both raised their hands. Compared with these two people, they were even less capable.

When the Slytherin students saw that no one raised their hands, their faces turned unhappy.

Although they don't like this subject, Slytherin has always been the representative of excellent elites.

Even if you don't like it, you must do your best and not be outdone by the other three colleges!

The group of Slytherin students secretly thought to themselves: Next time, they will never make this kind of mistake again!
Hagrid was surprised to see so many students raised their hands, and at the same time he was certain.

It seems that the students are quite interested in this course!

In order to treat everyone equally, Hagrid called on a student from Hufflepuff, Old Venclaw and Gryffindor respectively, and asked them to answer at the same time.

Among them, the one chosen by Gryffindor was Hermione. Hermione said very quickly: "Just stroke their backs gently. Once they feel comfortable, they will be able to open the book quickly!"

After she finished speaking, the other two little wizards stumbled over half of what they said.

Brother Hai smiled and gave five points to each of the colleges they represented.

Because he was generous in giving extra points, he was different from other professors, which fully motivated students to attend classes.

Even the Slytherin who looked down on Hagrid began to listen to the lecture more seriously, looking for opportunities to get extra points in this class.

Slytherin must absolutely do its best and cannot be outdone by other houses!

"Okay, dear students, let's gently stroke the back of the monster book, and then open the first page of the book.

Yes, the organisms that appear on the first page are the organisms we need to learn about in this class."

When Hagrid finished speaking, he whistled.

Suddenly, a group of magical creatures came out from behind the cabin.

Everyone looked at these creatures in amazement.

Even Lin Xia had never seen such a creature.

They have the bodies, hind legs and tails of horses, but the front legs, wings and heads of eagles. Their cold beaks are the color of steel, and their large eyes are orange and look very bright.

It seemed as if there was a flame burning in it, and at first glance, it looked a bit like a small sun.

The claws on the front legs are half a foot long, which looks terrifying and seems to be able to tear a steel plate in one blow.

Around the neck of each monster was a thick leather collar, held by a long chain. All the chains were held in Hagrid's hands, and he coaxed the monsters slowly towards him.

Lin Xia lowered her head and looked at the monster book.

These are Hippogriffs, a very beautiful and powerful magical creature with a body that is half horse and half bird.

Their fur is shiny and shimmering, transitioning from feathers to hair, and each head has a different color.

Their bodies are in stormy gray, bronze, spotted with pink, sparkling red-brown, and inky black.

Because of its huge body, these colors don't look like a bunch of palettes.

When all the hippogriffs came forward, Hagrid rubbed his hands and said happily, "Well, if you want to come closer..."

The little wizard couldn't help but take a few steps back. These magical creatures looked very ferocious at first glance, making it doubt whether they could really get close to them.

But Hagrid said at this time: "Remember, the first thing you need to know about hippogriffs is that they are very proud and easily lose their temper. Don't humiliate them, otherwise you may lose your life."

Well, there are fewer and fewer little wizards who dare to take a step forward.

Hagrid was unaware of the change in the atmosphere and continued to talk:

"I will now teach you how to approach, but you must wait for the Hippogriff to make the first move.

It's polite, understand?

You have to walk towards it and bow to it. If it bows back to you, you can touch it. If it doesn't bow, you have to move away from it quickly because its claws can hurt you.

During this process, you have to keep looking at it and don't blink too often, otherwise they will think you are looking down on it."

After Hagrid finished speaking, he said, "Well, who of you would like to try first?"

But he didn't know that this strange way of approaching had already deterred most young wizards.

Hai Ge's eyes turned pleading: "They are a very friendly species. As long as you can gain their recognition, is there really no one coming?"

Just as Harry was about to take a step forward, a faint voice suddenly came from the crowd.

It's Neville!
Neville quietly raised his hand and asked in a thin, mosquito-like voice, "Professor, if I'm the first one to stand up and try, will I get extra points?"

Hagrid's eyes lit up. "Of course you can. As the first person who dares to take the risk and try it, I will give Gryffindor 1 points!"

Just as Neville was about to step out, Lin Xia's voice rang out:

"Professor, please allow me to ask a question. If we accidentally anger the Hippogriffs while interacting with them and get attacked, will you protect us?"

Hagrid was stunned. He seemed to have never thought about this question before.

After all, in his dictionary, yes is yes, no is no, there is no such thing as no halfway.

But he quickly said: “Of course, during the attempt, each of you will be protected by me.

At the same time, Hermione, Linxia and Draco, the top students of this course, will stand by you and provide you with assistance.

If you are really attacked, you can all be rescued!"

Hagrid said, winking at the three of them.

He did not believe in his ability to use the defensive spell immediately, but he believed that the three outstanding students should have a very high level of understanding of "armor protection".

The three outstanding students who were named stepped forward and stood aside with calm expressions.

Hermione turned to look at Lin Xia, as if she had something to say but couldn't find the time to speak.

She wondered if Lin Xia had asked this question on purpose to make Hagrid realize that his safety protection in class was inadequate and to fill his loopholes.

But it must be said that Hagrid's suggestion made the little wizard feel a lot more relaxed.

Not only Neville, but even the Slytherin students wanted to be the first to experience it.

But everyone knew that Neville was the first to speak, so he was the first to stand in front of the Hippogriff, forcing himself to remain calm and look at it.

Hagrid untied a chain, and one of the Hippogriffs left its companions, and then Hagrid removed its leather collar.

He whispered to Neville, "Now, look into its eyes. Don't be too nervous. Stare at it... Very good. You are already looking at each other. This is very good. Remember not to blink. If you blink too frequently -"

Hagrid did not say the rest.

Because he found that when Neville faced the Hippogriff, his whole body became stiff, even his eyes were stiff and he would not blink at all.

It was a good start, but Hagrid soon began to worry about Neville.

Your body is so stiff. Will you be able to bow properly later?
The Hippogriff stared at Neville for a while, and the fierce gaze made Neville's scalp tingle.

He wanted to retreat, but found that he could not move at all.

Hagrid's voice sounded: "Very good, you did a great job, now...Neville, bow to it."

Neville slowly moved his body, bent down, and wanted to bow.

But his body was very stiff and he couldn't move at all.

Time passed minute by minute, and Neville still couldn't move. At this time, the Hippogriff was already feeling a little irritated and scratched the grass with its front paws.

The next second, a clear and loud voice was heard——

"Armor protection!"

An invisible air wall shield appeared in front of Neville, blocking the attack of the Hippogriff.

Draco and Hermione reacted and immediately shouted, "Armor protection!"

Two consecutive defensive spells were cast on Neville to block the Hippogriff's subsequent attack.

Seeing that the magical creature was about to attack again, Hagrid blew a whistle, calming it down quickly.

Hagrid put a leather collar on it himself, fastened the chain to it, held it in his hand, and coaxed it:
"My dear little baby, it seems that you are not ready to come into contact with human wizards. It's okay, you can go down first."

Other little wizards: ...

What should I do if I feel that this professor is a little crazy?
Hagrid brought a new Hippogriff over and looked at the other wizards: "Are there any other little wizards who want to try it?"

He emphasized: "Add 10 points to the college you are in!"

Even under great temptation, the little wizard was still a little afraid. When Lin Xia was about to stand up, a Slytherin wizard suddenly stood up.

He said proudly, "Let me try!"

He walked carefully in front of the Hippogriff, and according to Hagrid, he first looked at it, and after making sure there was no problem, he quickly bowed!
Presently the Hippogriff, facing him, suddenly bent its scaly front knees in an unmistakable bow.

"Well done, Zack!" Hagrid said happily, "You've got its approval. You can touch it and pat its mouth. Go ahead!"

The student named Sack was still a little afraid and subconsciously looked at Draco.

Draco nodded at him, raised his chin, and said proudly and dignifiedly: "Go, if anything happens, we will protect you immediately."

After getting the promise, Sack approached the monster and patted its mouth a few times.

The Hippogriff closed its eyes lazily, seeming to like it very much.

All the students cheered!
Hagrid was even more pleased and said, "+10 points for Slytherin!"

Although the process of obtaining their approval is somewhat cumbersome, it does not appear to be impossible.

After one succeeded, the other little wizards lined up to try.

Soon it was Harry's turn.

Harry seemed to be very fond of the Hippogriff, and it even allowed Harry to sit on it after patting its beak.

Hagrid whispered in his ear: "Lie behind the wing joint, that's the best position. Remember, don't pull its feathers, it won't like it..."

Harry climbed up, not knowing where to put his hands and feet.

Hagrid gave the order: "Go!"

Suddenly, the Hippogriff took off! (End of this chapter)