Sherlock Holmes at Hogwarts

After listening to Sherlock's analysis of the cause of death, Pistugood pondered for a moment and accepted the explanation.

But then he remembered something and said with a distressed look:

"But even if we know the other party is faking the scene, it still doesn't help us find the murderer..."

Sherlock shook his head: "No, it should be said that it is still somewhat useful."

Pistugood looked at Sherlock in surprise, and Professor Flitwick also showed a curious look.

Sherlock said in a calm tone:

"My ability to investigate the scene is not bad. I have observed every detail here.

For example, now, I can provide some clues to you and the Greek Ministry of Magic."

He paced back and forth in place, and after only a moment, he blurted out:

"The murderer's original height was around six feet, male, not very strong, ambidextrous, using an eight-inch wand.

From a wealthy family, well-educated since childhood, suffered unfair treatment in his youth, and has a serious desire for revenge.

Usually strict with himself, arrogant, likes to inflict pain, and has no fixed abode, with an injury on his right hand.

I can only speculate these things now, which should be helpful to you."

As Sherlock spoke, Pistugood became more and more surprised, and when he finished speaking, he widened his eyes and looked incredible.

"How... how is it possible? How did you deduce these things?"

"Observation, analysis, sorting, deconstruction."

Sherlock explained at twice the normal speaking speed:

"Judging from the footprints left by the murderer on the grass, the stride is large and the footprints are deep, which is in line with the walking habits of men.

Based on the length of the footprints and the pressure distribution, the height can be roughly estimated to be six feet - I won't explain the specific method.

The body is not strong, because when he was faking the wound and arranging the scene, his movements seemed more delicate than strong.

For example, the traces of blood smearing are relatively gentle, and there is no splashing caused by excessive force. If it were a strong man of ordinary strength, the range and strength of the movements would be greater.

Of course, it can also be understood that he is meticulous and able to control himself.

However, judging from the fact that dealing with a person who has been tortured for a long time will still cause the other party to fight and struggle, rather than subdue him all at once, I am more willing to believe the former.

As for the dominant hand, it can be seen from the traces left on the deceased's body in different directions.

Take the smearing of blood as an example. There are different directional traces from left to right and from right to left, indicating that the murderer's hands can skillfully complete fine movements.

The length of the wand is calculated based on the intensity and range of the residual magical fluctuations detected.

Of course, this is not accurate - but don't forget that our translator friend has seen him more than once.

Combining these deductions with the translator's description and verifying them with each other, it is not difficult to draw the conclusions I said."

"Mr. Holmes, have you forgotten something?"

Looking at Sherlock's confident look and Professor Flitwick's admiring gaze, Pistugood couldn't help but want to question him.

"You're right, that's why I said 'original' height.

Polyjuice Potion can only change the appearance, but it cannot change a person's habits.

As for the difference caused by the change in body shape, I have already taken it into account."

Pistugood couldn't help but be stunned. This is also possible?

Professor Flitwick nodded thoughtfully, "What about family background and education?"

"Despite the tight time, he can still think of arranging the scene, faking clues, and misleading latecomers.

The technique of faking wounds is relatively precise and meticulous. There are no messy traces left at the scene due to panic or nervousness. Everything is arranged in an orderly manner, which requires good psychological quality and a calm mind.

Combining this with the translator's several meetings with him, he is generous, looks gorgeous, and can still be calm even when intimidating, which is a characteristic usually possessed by people who grew up in a wealthy environment and received a good education.

But it is this kind of person who has done this series of events, and even when faking the scene of death,

He still unconsciously made retaliatory and vengeful behaviors. The wounds here, here, and here can all be seen.

He is obviously a wizard, but he prefers to use more primitive methods rather than magic to torture others.

So I guess he suffered a lot of unfair treatment or torture in his youth, and has a serious desire for revenge.

People who do this kind of thing often know very well that compared to using spells to inflict pain from a distance, the feeling of flesh-to-flesh contact is obviously more stimulating."

"...Not to mention why you know this feeling."

Pistugood's mouth twitched and his eyelids kept jumping, "What you said is completely without evidence, just your speculation!"

"I didn't say I had evidence, did I?"

Facing Pistugood's surprised gaze, Sherlock sighed, "This is just the most reasonable speculation at this stage. I suggest you focus on this direction when looking for someone."

Pistugood: "...—"

What you said makes so much sense that I am speechless.

"However, it is certain that the murderer has an injury on his right hand.

Because there are obvious setbacks in the parts of several deceased's wounds, and the muscles are adhered, which indicates that he will shake when making fine movements.

Oh, yes, the translator who was rescued by us also said that he was wearing dragon skin gloves on his right hand, which also corresponds to my deduction."

Pistugood still had a lot to say, but at this moment, Professor Flitwick's expression changed.

"I detected a surge of magical power, it should be someone from the Ministry of Magic."

I don't want to meet them—Holmes, is there anything else?

No, everything that needs to be said has been said.

Sherlock shook his head and looked at Piskorski, "Also, please don't tell anyone else about my deduction, just say it was your own thinking."

Ah, why?

Do as Holmes says!

After Professor Flitwick finished speaking, he disappeared with Sherlock.

As soon as the two disappeared, a rustling sound was heard, followed by seven or eight people appearing on the grass.

The person in the lead, wearing a green bowler hat, was none other than the current Minister of Magic, Cornelius Fudge.

Seeing this, Piskorski's heart skipped a beat. It seemed that the higher-ups attached great importance to this matter!

Cornelius Fudge's eyes swept across the scene, revealing a clear look of disgust.

What's the situation now?

A burly man beside him immediately replied: "It has been confirmed that the deceased is a member of the Athene Masgrave family, killed by John James with a knife—"

I don't think so, Delores. I think he died of poisoning.

Piskorski, you're just responsible for erasing the memories of those Muggles, don't question an Auror's decision!

I'm not questioning it casually, I have sufficient evidence.

Piskorski took a few steps on the grass and then began to explain in the surprised eyes of a group of Ministry of Magic officials:

First of all, if the deceased was really stabbed in the chest, in the process of struggling, the blood should be sprayed out due to the beating of the heart and the violent movements of the body—"

While Piskorski was analyzing the reasoning process for the Ministry of Magic officials, Flitwick had already returned to Hogsmeade with Sherlock.

Because the apparition point was right at the entrance of the Three Broomsticks Pub, the two did not return to Hogwarts immediately, but went directly into the pub.

Professor Flitwick was very familiar with Madam Rosmerta, and the two exchanged greetings cordially.

A sherry trifle with soda and ice and a snail—

Okay, Professor.

Um!

Professor Flitwick made an inexplicable exclamation, then smacked his lips.

Today is not the weekend, and there are no Hogwarts students in Hogsmeade.

So the popular Madam Rosmerta was not so busy. She glanced at Sherlock next to Professor Flitwick:

The same lemonade as last time?

Last time, she had already learned from Hagrid that Sherlock was a first-year student.

Unexpectedly, Sherlock came again in just a few days, and with Professor Flitwick.

Such irregular things happened again and again, which inevitably made her a little curious.

Unfortunately, Professor Flitwick and Sherlock were not Hagrid, and would not reveal their intentions.

This inevitably made her a little regretful.

A few minutes later, Sherlock, holding a large glass of frothy hot butterbeer, and Professor Flitwick, holding his complicated drink, came to a small table and sat down side by side.

Holmes, what do you think?

The death of the Athenian was completely an accident.

Sherlock took a small sip and said calmly, "From the current situation, even if the British and Greek Ministries of Magic join forces, it will be difficult to catch the murderer.

For him, the Athenian was both hope and a burden—the burden is gone, and it will be easier to run."

Professor Flitwick sighed, "Fortunately, we saved that Greek, otherwise Hagrid would be very sad."

As an elder, Professor Flitwick can be regarded as experienced and seen a lot.

Seeing that Sherlock's mood was not high, he reached out and patted him on the shoulder.

After all, the magical world is different from the Muggle world. It is very remarkable to combine the skills of the Muggle world with magical knowledge!

Although your learning ability is very strong, after all, you come from a Muggle family. Even if you don't talk about learning magic, accepting this world is a huge project for you in itself.

But, you are only a first-year student now, and you are already good enough.

Not to mention me, even Professor Dumbledore may not have performed as well as you at your age."

Speaking of this, Professor Flitwick couldn't help but chuckle.

That Summoning Charm was just too beautiful!

Do you know, Sherlock, when I designed the level, I didn't even think that you would use this method to solve it."

As a Charms professor, Flitwick was obviously excited when talking about Charms.

I think you can still improve in this area, such as the movements when casting spells—

Alas, if you had been assigned to Ravenclaw in the first place!

Sherlock and Professor Flitwick talked for a long time in the Three Broomsticks Pub, until they left after drinking three large glasses of beer.

Of course, he understood Professor Flitwick's intentions.

As of now, this case can be regarded as over.

However, not only was the murderer not caught, but even his true identity is still unknown.

Only Hagrid doesn't understand why John Smith is a fake name at first glance.

But as Professor Flitwick said, he is young and weak now, and his understanding of the magical world is limited.

In this case, it is already very good to be able to do this.

But Sherlock was not satisfied.

The lesson this case taught him is—learning, you still have to learn!

Including astronomy, which was previously put aside, must be picked up again.

Because it's really useful for solving cases.

No one can stop me from learning.

Not even Voldemort!