Harry Potter: I started checking in from Diagon Alley

Unfortunately, after he turned into a dog, his size became too large.

Similar to a wolf.

It wasn't an ordinary dog; even in the magical world, it stood out too much.

And after escaping from prison, this guy even secretly went to see Harry.

Harry recognized the image of the big black dog.

He also believed that the big black dog was some kind of omen of bad luck.

Therefore, Sirius Black is even less allowed to appear in the castle.

Now Sirius can hide in the Room of Requirement and not be discovered by others.

When someone is inside the Room of Requirement, no one outside can open it.

Unless the person outside and the person inside who opened the Room of Requirement requested the same room.

Even if there's another school-wide search, Sirius will be safe hiding here.

Eric certainly couldn't leave Sirius Black in the Room of Requirement doing nothing.

This is a golden opportunity that should not be missed.

When he passed by the library, he stopped by the restricted book section.

With Lupin's signed IOU, he could now openly enter the restricted book section without being stopped.

After borrowing several books from the restricted section, Eric returned to the Room of Requirement, his hands full of books.

Inside the Room of Requirement, Sirius Black had just crawled out of the box and immediately noticed the change in his surroundings.

Eric requested a room specifically for brewing potions.

The Room of Requirement faithfully demonstrated its magic, transforming the entire room.

The room is small and simply divided into two areas.

On one side were various crucibles and potion-making tools, and on the other side were potion-making materials that could be obtained, as well as plants.

"What do you mean?" Sirius asked, turning back into human form.

Eric tossed Sirius a book called "Powerful Potions," which Sirius hurriedly caught.

“We need some medicine, so this task will have to be entrusted to you,” Eric said with a smile.

Sirius's lips twitched involuntarily; he wanted to say something, but held back.

So he's become free laborer?

Chapter 75 The Duel Club Reopens

The commotion caused by Black's intrusion into Gryffindor passed quickly, and Hogwarts gradually returned to its former order.

At least the interior of the castle hasn't undergone any major changes.

The professors couldn't find Sirius Black, and they didn't have any better ideas.

We can only wait for Sirius to reappear on his own initiative.

The person in question is currently brewing medicine in the Room of Requirement on the eighth floor of the castle.

His only companion was a Dementor that stayed inside a box.

Fortunately, Sirius Black wasn't bored. He was responsible for brewing the potions Eric needed for roll call, and also for keeping the Marauder's Map safe.

Eric generously entrusted the Marauder's Map to Sirius for safekeeping and would visit the Room of Requirement at least once a day to exchange information with Sirius.

Sometimes I run into Lupin here.

Sirius is now constantly watching Peter's location on the Marauder's Map, and is busy brewing potions.

Eric's request for the medicine was quite unexpected.

Compound decoctions, truth serum, jade medicine, Gregory's flattery...

These drugs have one thing in common: they are quite potent.

Anyway, once you use it, you automatically gain access to Azkaban.

Sirius Black held "Powerful Potion" in his hands, feeling like he was taking an exam and was back in his student days.

Fortunately, he had a solid foundation in potion-making, and after failing a few times at the beginning, he quickly regained his former skill.

Although Sirius Black is not as skilled as Potions Masters like Snape when it comes to potions, he can still manage to brew them step by step according to the recipe.

The thought that these medicines were meant to be used against Peter made him even more determined to work up a boil.

They buy two extra portions of ingredients, afraid that there won't be enough.

The only change in the castle was the increased protection for Harry.

After Sirius Black's failed attempt to break into Gryffindor, everyone now believes he was after Harry Potter.

At least that's what Professor McGonagall and her ilk think.

Percy Weasley and the Gryffindor prefects were ordered to stay close to Harry at all times in case Black reappeared.

So, that afternoon, when Eric saw Harry and the few eccentric prefects following behind him in the Great Hall, he couldn't help but be a little stunned.

Anyone who wanted to greet Harry would be stopped by Percy first, questioned carefully, and then allowed to speak with Harry.

Even the Minister of Magic doesn't receive such tight security when he travels.

"Hi, Harry." Eric raised his hand to greet Harry as he walked toward him.

Percy stepped forward first, looking wary: "Eric? Why are you here at this time?"

Eric swallowed the orange juice in his mouth, glanced down at the plate in front of him, and answered Percy with his eyes.

Is it possible that he needs to rely on food to maintain his vital signs?

Harry looked helpless at the sight: "Percy, Eric is my friend, he won't hurt me."

"That's hard to say, Harry. It's because you think that way that Black was given an opportunity."

Harry was exasperated. He pretended not to hear him, took out a letter, and handed it to Eric, saying, "I met Professor Dumbledore on the road. This is a letter he asked me to give to you, Eric."

Hmm? Dumbledore will write to him?

Eric took the letter, opened it, and saw only two sentences: "I'm looking forward to your future performance. Good luck!"

[The principal's office password has been changed to "biting cabbage." Feel free to come talk to me anytime if you'd like.]

What Riddler?

Eric was completely confused.

Judging from the looks of it, it seems Dumbledore has arranged some kind of activity for him.

But has Dumbledore lost his mind? Why would Eric go and chat with Dumbledore for no reason?

"What did the headmaster say to you in his letter?" Harry asked curiously.

"Nothing," Eric replied. "What do you need me for?"

Anyway, he couldn't understand Dumbledore's letter, nor did he want to guess what Dumbledore meant.

Harry said, "Eric, are you free this weekend? The Quidditch Cup is starting, and the first match is against Hufflepuff. My friends will be coming to watch the game, and I hope you can come too."

Eric laughed and said, "Of course, I'll definitely come, but I heard that the first match was originally supposed to be between you and Slytherin?"

“Yes, that’s how it was supposed to be,” Harry said through gritted teeth. “But they said their Seeker was injured and hadn’t recovered yet, that Malfoy, so they arranged for us to play against Hufflepuff first.”

"What's wrong with Malfoy?"

"It's a long story. He was with us in Haig's class on the protection of magical creatures. The class was about hippogriffs..."

"Stop talking, I understand."

The hippogriff is a proud animal that will only associate with wizards who respect them.

Given Malfoy's personality, he certainly wouldn't respect a hippogriff.

In fact, he has no respect for any magical creatures.

So what happened next was quite predictable.

Malfoy refused to bow to the hippogriff, and was then smacked hard by the hippogriff's claws.

I heard that blood flowed like a river.

Harry said dejectedly, "Hagrid said they might hand Buckbeak over to the Ministry of Magic. Ron, Hermione, and I are currently helping Hagrid look up information to see if we can prevent Buckbeak from getting hurt. Eric, you know a lot, so we might have to ask you for help later."

Eric said, "Not much hope, Harry."

“I understand, but we have to try. That’s all for now. Remember to come watch the game this weekend, Eric. I’m off.”

Surrounded by Percy and a group of prefects, Harry felt uncomfortable. He quickly said a few words to Eric and then left with the prefects.

Eric was just about to continue eating when he heard Professor Flitwick's voice behind him again. Only then did he realize why Dumbledore had specifically sent him a letter.

"Eric, so this is where you are. I've finally found you."

Professor Flitwick walked over, his hands behind his back, and he was about the same height as Eric, who was sitting on the bench, with a big smile on his face.

"What's making you so happy, Professor?" Eric asked.

Flitwick chuckled and patted Eric on the shoulder, saying, "I'm looking forward to your performance."

Eric was completely confused: "What performance? Performance of what?"

"Huh? Didn't you already sign up?" Flitwick asked in surprise. "The Duel Club is reopening."

Chapter 76 Hear My Roar

A duel club?!

Eric's surprise was genuine.

Does he remember that happened last year?

Why is it still happening this year?