The heavy breathing seemed to highlight the enormous pressure Grindelwald was under.

However, his eyes became more and more excited.

He even muttered to himself.

"The new world, the new world you mentioned...I found the clues."

If you look closely, you will find that the silver-white pupil of Grindelwald's right eye reflects the image of a woman in red.

Words that Lockhart could decipher.

You will find that this is his student - Wanda!

..........

The next day, Hogwarts, Christmas party.

boom!

In the lobby of Hogwarts, colorful fireworks flashed.

The little wizards below were wearing red Santa hats, running back and forth, shouting excitedly.

At this moment, Harry was also looking around excitedly, as if he was ready to join in.

"Hi, Harry." Hermione stood next to Harry and patted his shoulder.

"Hermione, are you joining in too?" Harry turned his head and saw that it was Hermione. He followed her gaze and saw his companions celebrating everywhere again.

After hearing this, Hermione hesitated for a moment and shook her head slightly: "No, I'll just sit here."

She didn't know why, but he seemed to have very few companions at Hogwarts.

There are only Harry, Ron and others.

"By the way, Harry, do you know?" Hermione asked in a low voice, "It is said that Professor Lockhart will leave after Christmas."

"No longer a Defense Against the Dark Arts professor at Hogwarts."

"We'll get a new teacher."

Chapter 417 Snape's Hesitation, Christmas Party

Hogwarts lobby, Christmas Eve party.

Christmas trees can be seen everywhere, colorful lights and candles are floating in the sky, and the little wizards are shouting excitedly, making the atmosphere of the party even more lively.

"Yeah, tomorrow is my day off, I'm going to go out and play with my family."

"I want the newest toys."

"It would be nice if someone gave me a Firebolt for Christmas."

"..."

The little wizards excitedly shared their Christmas wishes with each other and looked forward to their gifts.

For them at this age, not having to study and having a holiday is a kind of happiness in itself.

Looking at the excited and lively little wizards, Professor McGonagall glanced at Harry, Hermione and the little lions of Gryffindor, and a faint smile appeared on her face.

"Sprout, Cedric from your academy has been doing very well recently." Mag said with a smile, "He has earned a lot of academy points."

"McGonagall, stop talking about me." Sprout's mouth twitched slightly.

Everyone knows that Hermione from Gryffindor has been very active in class recently and has earned a lot of student points.

He said he was praising Cedric, but in reality he was showing off Gryffindor.

I couldn't help but perfunctorily say: "Harry's recent performance is also very good, worthy of being the son of Lily and James."

Then, without waiting for Mag to speak, Sprout changed the subject: "By the way, Mag, I heard that Lockhart is leaving."

"Didn't you try to keep him? I think Lockhart's teaching level has always been excellent."

Hearing this, McGonagall's face froze, and her good mood suddenly slipped away. She said helplessly: "There is no way. Lockhart left this time for a larger space."

"Besides, the position of headmaster of a magic school must be more attractive than the position of professor of Defense Against the Dark Arts."

"What did the headmaster say?" Spratt asked curiously, "If Dumbledore persuades him to stay, I think there is still a good chance that Lockhart will stay."

Hearing this, Mag shook his head slightly and did not continue.

It seems that he doesn't want to continue talking about this topic.

Let’s talk directly about Sprout’s most proud grow room.

But when she started talking about Sprout's masterpiece, her attention was immediately diverted.

Mag breathed a sigh of relief.

At this moment, Flitwick was looking at Snape beside him, with a hint of doubt in his eyes.

For some reason, Snape, dressed in a black robe, gave him a sense of distance, as if he had not seen him for a long time.

Damn it, didn’t we just meet yesterday?

Snape's aura has changed quite a bit.

He could even clearly sense the strong and dangerous aura emanating from Snape.

As a duel master, he has great confidence in his own judgment.

Could it be that there has been some breakthrough in magic?

"Snape, how are you doing lately?" Flitwick asked tentatively.

At this moment, Snape looked a little absent-minded. Although his eyes were looking opposite, they were dull and he seemed to be thinking about something.

Flitwick opened his mouth two or three times before he responded.

"Normally." Snape said perfunctorily, "Same as before, nothing to say."

Hearing this, Flitwick seemed to be choked. He opened his mouth to speak, but didn't know what to say.

There was a moment of silence.

At this moment, Snape was hesitating whether to continue staying in Hogwarts or to teach at a new school with Lockhart.

Staying in Hogwarts, or staying with Dumbledore, can naturally help you obtain more information.

If I go to a new school, what I should do is to teach students purely.

Isn’t it good to teach students?

It must be an easy job.

Most people wouldn't have too much hesitation.

What's more, the main reason he stayed in Hogwarts before was that Dumbledore used Lily as an excuse.

But now, this excuse is no longer valid.

Plus, he's Lockhart's man now.

It was only natural for him to go to a new school to teach with Lockhart.

but.....

Based on everything he had experienced over the years, everything told him.

The so-called employing people is nothing more than seeing what special value this person has.

Like the Dark Lord using him, just look at his abilities in the field of dark magic and potions.

And now, if he followed Lockhart to teach at the new school.

This undoubtedly shows that his value lies in teaching students and refining potions.

This was somewhat unacceptable to him.

At this moment...

"The principal is here."

"The principal is here."

"I'm almost there."

"......"

The cheers of the little wizards caught Snape's attention.

Dumbledore walked onto the stage and smiled kindly at the young wizards.

Soon, as Dumbledore stretched out his hand and pressed down, the little wizards quieted down.

All the students and professors turned their eyes to the old man in front of them.

The old man held the wand against his throat and spoke gently using the amplification spell.

"It seems that everyone enjoyed today's party very much. All professors, including some senior students, participated in it."

“It can be said that this is the result of everyone’s joint efforts.”

"All these make us have a wonderful party and allow us to better welcome the arrival of Christmas."

Dumbledore said with a smile.

"Of course, I know that what you are looking forward to more is tomorrow's holiday."

"Don't worry, we have already made arrangements for the students who want to go home tomorrow. We will make sure you spend Christmas with your family."

Hearing this, all the students applauded excitedly.

After a while, when the applause had died down, Dumbledore spoke again.

"I believe that at such a festive moment, no one would like an old man like me to say anything more."

"Next, let Professor Lockhart present the first program of the evening."

As soon as the words fell, all the young wizards opened their eyes wide and looked for Professor Lockhart.

But Lockhart was not seen on the professor's acupuncture point.

At the same time, Dumbledore walked down the stage and sat next to Snape.

At this moment, suddenly...

hum!

The party fell into darkness.

The frightened little wizards screamed.

However, in just two or three seconds, a silvery-white light gradually appeared above the lobby.

Looking up, I vaguely found these spots of light moving slowly, some sparse, some dense.

At first glance, it looks like a river of stars in the sky.

"Wow, it's so beautiful. This one looks like a crab."

"No, it's kind of like a dragon."

"Something like a hippogriff."

"..."

The silver-white light spots above the lobby slowly changed, and the figures of various magical creatures began to emerge.

The little wizards exclaimed.

At this moment, the professors standing by had a hint of surprise in their eyes.

Unlike the little wizards, they can clearly feel these silver-white spots of light, which emit a strong positive aura.

"The Patronus Charm." McGonagall whispered, "I didn't expect Lockhart to have mastered the Patronus Charm as well."

Flitwick and Spratt were also closely watching the changes in the light spots above. There was a hint of surprise in their eyes, but then they took it for granted.

With Lockhart's strength, it is normal for him to master spells of this level.

Unless it's a dark wizard.

At this moment, Dumbledore looked at the Patronus Charm above, with a hint of relief on his face.

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