The Wind and the Wings of Hogwarts

These conflicting clues kept swirling in his mind.

In a flash of thought, he quickly realized something—

I am [the one who does not exist].

I am a "non-existent person" who does not exist in the "historical scroll".

Therefore, my existence will change the history that the [Eye of a Thousand Miles] has ever observed.

The "Historical Scroll" was likely a tool used to record the observations of the "Thousand-Mile Eye."

My existence will help Medea achieve her goal; she wants me to live.

Therefore, her goal is to change the predetermined fate recorded in the [Book of History]!

Scott opened his eyes and met Medea's gaze.

Yes.

That explains it!

Why did Medea go through all this trouble?

Why would someone who isn't supposed to care about the world shout out such slogans, rally so many people, and try to do such a big thing, attempting to completely change the magic world?

Because she wanted to change the predetermined fate that had been recorded.

Of course, making the wizarding world worse, like Voldemort did, could also change her predetermined fate, but she chose the opposite direction.

That's where her intelligence lies.

Only good wishes can attract more wizards.

Only when more wizards stand on her side can she more easily change the predetermined fate of more wizards.

Scott's presence was probably more of a surprise to her.

A wizard who does not exist in the "historical scroll" that records predetermined fate will flutter the butterfly's wings, easily prying open destiny and bringing about the most significant changes.

None of this is a bad thing for Scott. If Medea just wants to change her predetermined fate, then Scott won't have any objections.

But Scott always remembered the prophecy that the "Great Man" was trying to devour the "Non-existent Man".

[The Great Man] is Salazar Slytherin.

Knowing this, Scott would never believe that Medea had any good intentions towards him.

She did want him to live, to contribute to changing the established course of history.

But when the established historical changes reach her standard, Scott faces the fate of being devoured by her father, Salazar Slytherin.

Scott was caught in a dilemma.

Because if he wanted to thwart Medea's plans, the first thing he had to do was deny his own existence.

Moreover, because of his existence and Medea's actions, the current state of the magical world has completely deviated from the "original story," and the fates of countless people have undergone fundamental changes.

The plot is like a train that has derailed and is completely unable to get back on track.

At this point, even if Scott completely left Britain to avoid the changes he had brought about, it would be too late.

"Medea" spoke again, interrupting Scott's thoughts.

“Don’t think too much about it, Scott,” she said cheerfully. “You just need to survive, and of course, it would be even better if you became more noticeable.”

The flames that made up "Medea" gradually faded and shrank into the small fireplace.

The flame grew smaller and smaller until it became a tiny flame the size of a finger joint.

"Strive to become a better wizard, genius boy."

Medea's voice seemed to come from an extremely distant place.

Then, the flame went out completely, and the small fireplace that had been floating in the air fell onto the thick carpet.

Scott slowly sat down, tilting his head back and leaning his body against the soft sofa back.

How to do?

He asked himself.

The answer to this question is actually quite obvious.

Maintaining his predetermined fate was no longer an option, nor was it what he truly wanted. Now, he had only one choice—

Strengthen your power and defeat all enemies, no matter who they are.

Scott sat quietly by himself for a long time.

Only after he had completely calmed down did he get up, pick up the small fireplace, and turn to leave the lounge.

After leaving the room, he walked back and forth in the corridor three times before entering Helena's study.

"Oh! Scott!"

The voice of a young girl named Helena came from the wall near the bookshelf.

The girl in the painting runs through the paintings hanging on the wall and soon arrives at a painting by the door.

She asked with concern, "Why are you here so late? Did something happen?"

Scott nodded.

“I spoke with Medea,” he said. “I received some important clues about the prophecy.”

"You want to talk to your mother about this, right?" the girl in the painting asked.

“Yes, thank you for your help, Helena.” Scott smiled.

The girl in the painting shook her head, turned around, and passed through several more paintings before opening the door to the inner room for Scott.

Scott nodded to her, then pushed open the door and went inside.

As he greeted the portrait of his Ravenclaw mentor, the girl in the painting had already entered the painting where the Ravenclaw portrait was located, nestling close to her mother in a familiar pose.

Scott first told the Ravenclaw in the painting about the golden chest and Savannah's reply, and then repeated his entire conversation with Medea.

He didn't offer any of his own speculations; he simply recounted his experience from an objective perspective.

Because he believed in Ravenclaw's wisdom, even though he was only facing a portrait of Ravenclaw.

After Scott finished speaking, the mother and daughter in the painting reacted very differently.

Helena's face showed shock and confusion, while Ravenclaw maintained a smiling expression, his eyes clear and wise, as if he had figured out many things the moment he finished listening.

“I see,” Ravenclaw murmured. “The Eye of Truth was Merlin’s creation… such an idea…”

The mentor seemed particularly interested in Merlin's grand magical ritual, [Clairvoyance], and for a moment forgot everything else.

"A research fanatic."

Scott saw Helena mouth something to him silently.

Scott kept his eyes down and didn't respond to her.

"Oh, sorry."

Ravenclaw in the painting quickly came to his senses.

Scott asked her, "Mentor, what benefit would changing a predetermined fate bring to Medea and her father?"

In the painting, Ravenclaw frowns slightly and shakes his head gently.

“I’m sorry, child, we know too little, and I can’t make a judgment,” she said apologetically. “I never knew Salazar had been to Avalon, nor did I have the opportunity to see Merlin’s ‘Eye of a Thousand Miles’.”

Helena, nestled beside her, then realized, "Could it be... that Medea married into the Gaunt family because Professor Slytherin wanted to obtain a way to enter Avalon from the Gaunt family?"

Ravenclaw said softly, "While it's unclear whether Salazar was looking for a way into Avalon, he undoubtedly obtained something about Merlin from the Gaunt family, or at least some information."

“Oh!” Helena said with some regret, “Medea was unwilling; I should have helped her at all costs back then.”

Ravenclaw simply shook his head.

It's pointless to talk about this now.

Scott recalled that Medea had once said that she loved her father, but she resented him even more, perhaps because of these things.

Helena glanced at Scott with concern, then looked up at Ravenclaw and asked, "Mother, what should Scott do now?"

Chapter 368 How many doors are there in the principal's office?

What do you think he should do?

In the painting, Ravenclaw turns to Helena and asks her a question, as if he's going to test her.

"He...should..."

Helena's eyes darted around, but in her panic, she couldn't come up with any ideas.

Under Ravenclaw's gaze, she said somewhat nervously, "Perhaps he should continue to have a good talk with Medea. Medea was initially unwilling to marry Gaunt; it probably wasn't her idea..."

As she spoke, her voice grew softer and softer.

Scott watched this scene quietly.

He thought to himself, Helena in her teenage years was truly a pure and innocent naive girl.

Hearing Helena's reply, Ravenclaw simply smiled, patted her hand, and turned to look at Scott, who was standing in front of the portrait.

“And you, my apprentice,” she asked, “what are you planning to do?”

Scott said with some helplessness, "I have no other choice, my respected mentor."

Ravenclaw's face showed a look of relief. "It seems you don't lack the courage to face things head-on, even if the final opponent is likely to be Salazar."

“You know, this is a choice I had no other option to make,” Scott said, even more helplessly. “If I had any other choice, I would certainly prefer to take the easier path.”

Ravenclaw praised him again, "You didn't panic because you had no other choice, and that takes courage."

Scott said with remarkable calmness, "I'm just very clear-headed. I have no other choice but to give it my all, so there's no need for unnecessary emotions."

There's no need for us two Ravenclaws to talk about courage.

“Don’t rush, child, you still have time to grow,” Ravenclaw said in a soothing tone. “Didn’t Medea tell you before that you should go and help her after you graduate?”

Helena, who was standing next to her, lit up when she heard this. "That's right. This means that even by the time Scott graduated, Medea's pursuit of change and transformation still couldn't achieve the level she wanted."