Hogwarts doesn't need a savior

Chapter 52: Lin En's Declaration (Please read!)

The clock slowly ticked and the lively dinner and seminar had been going on for nearly three hours.

Wizards who rarely have the opportunity to get together on weekdays were hugging each other and having intimate conversations.

The topic also changed from profound magical subjects to mundane family matters.

This is human nature and also a manifestation of friendship.

The same ideals and pursuits are the basis for bringing people together, and spending time together for a long time is the magic weapon for consolidating feelings.

Even the aloof Firenze knelt in a corner of the auditorium, chatting happily with the astronomer next to him, drinking glass of fruit wine one after another.

He had a good alcohol tolerance, and the wizards' faces were already red, but he remained calm.

After three rounds of wine, five flavors of food.

At the round table in the front row, several people, represented by Brian and Amanda, who tried to get Lynn drunk, were completely defeated. They beat their chests and looked at the two people who acted as if nothing had happened.

"Oh, poor Fei..." Amanda sighed weakly.

Seeing that everyone was in high spirits, Nicolas Flamel wanted to drink a little secretly, but before he could quietly pick up the bottle, Euphemia's sharp eyes were already fixed on him.

【Think of Perenelle.】

She mouthed the words silently.

Old Nico put down his glass dejectedly.

"I think it's about time." Lynn stood up swiftly, not looking like someone who had already had a drink with many people. He extended his hand and invited them, "Let's drink together this time, Fei?"

"……Can."

Euphemia blinked, nodded slightly, and placed her right hand on his palm.

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At ten o'clock, everyone was drunk.

Stargazers are no longer separate.

Bill was discussing the wonderful adventure in the pyramid with several wizards older than them. Suddenly he looked up and pointed.

"Look, the first and second in command are on stage."

His voice seemed to have some kind of magic, and the wizard who was telling the story of his battle with the mummy immediately stopped talking.

From near to far, the entire auditorium quickly fell silent.

Everyone, including the newcomers, knows that the most anticipated part is coming.

"Brian, did he tell me last time what new stuff he had come up with?" Amanda asked drunkenly.

Brian shook his head: "He just said there was a little surprise, so I didn't ask."

"I knew I couldn't count on a fool like you." Amanda rolled her eyes at him and sighed, "Ah... after so many years, these two guys are really worrying."

"They should only see magic, Amanda, don't judge others by your own standards." The slightly fat wizard laughed and teased, "Why don't you think about your own business?"

"Shut up, Alex. I won't treat you as dumb if you say less." Amanda looked at him angrily, her eyes wide open. "You are the one who should live with your potion!"

"I..." Alex was speechless for a moment.

"Stop talking! I think they are about to speak. Aren't you looking forward to the surprise?" The dusty explorer smiled and stopped his angry old friends one by one.

"Hmph...for your sake, Victor." Amanda made a face, which made Alex so angry that he could only turn his head to look at the stage.

Lynn and Euphemia had already stood still, put their wands to their lips, and spoke loudly.

"Everyone, I guess you have a lot of new research ideas and have discussed a lot of new topics." He looked at everyone with a smile, "You are welcome to find me to join, just like Bill and his team - I should not hold you back."

Bill laughed and raised his magic wand, lifting the empty chair and turning it into a thumbs-up sign, which flew around the field, causing laughter.

"Of course, the prerequisite for this kind of participation is that I can understand it." He said humorously, "Forget about the astronomy group that keeps using terms I don't understand all day long. Firenze is more suitable."

Exaggerated boos were heard, and the drunkards who watched the stars every day started to make a fuss while drunk.

The atmosphere was extremely lively, and Euphemia nodded with a smile. She was already accustomed to Lin En's impromptu performance.

"Just kidding, let's get back to business." Looking at Firenze with a smile, Lin En blinked his eyes and continued, "I have some important good news to announce to everyone tonight."

"What's the good news, Professor Eric?" asked a lively witch.

She is a graduate of Beauxbatons and joined the organization only last year. When she was in school, she was a student that Lin En admired very much and mastered many kinds of rune magic that did not require runes.

Lin En didn't keep the secret and directly took out a metal rune. "Everyone knows that due to the limitation of strength, metal runes can hardly carry rune magic higher than level three."

The symbol of [Kiefer] appeared in the air, and brilliant light fell on everyone.

The rune given as a gift dispelled the drunkenness and filled the air with warmth.

"But this common sense has become a thing of the past. Not long ago, Lord Flamel and I discovered a new way to increase the strength of plastic metals."

His voice drives the emotions of the audience.

"You mean the rune carrying capacity has increased?" Bill blurted out in surprise.

He is looking forward to it as he often has to go in and out of dangerous areas.

"That's right." Lin En nodded. "The first batch of experimental runes will be available before Christmas. Those who need them can apply for redemption as usual."

Everyone's eyes were fixed on Euphemia.

She is the one who decides the exchange and application criteria.

As the de facto head of the Stargazers, she is widely trusted for her fairness.

But she didn't speak because Lynn hadn't finished speaking.

“Please note,” Lin En said, “Runes are not the end. Alchemical weapons that are more powerful than floating guns are still under development. They will bring a new chapter to magic.”

"I believe this will happen soon." He said confidently and firmly, "At the same time, I would like to ask everyone to remember that the power to explore mysteries is not innate, but the spoils we won."

He walked in front of the crowd, his eyes burning, "Now, the whereabouts of the Dark Lord have been exposed again. A war is not far away, but this will not surprise or scare us, because we are strong and united enough."

There was continuous cheering and applause.

It's no secret here that the Dark Lord is still alive.

As Lynn said, after years of preparation, every wizard who took the unbreakable vow and joined the organization is ready.

Lynn slowly stepped back and made an inviting gesture to Euphemia.

His declaration was simple and direct, and although it has not yet become a reality, no one would doubt its authenticity.

Bill gave his wooden thumb again, and this time more people responded.

Most of the people present were wizards who were engaged in dangerous work, or scholars who were obsessed with academics and not good at fighting.

Whether it is your own work or guarding against the Dark Lord and his servants who may make a comeback in the future, the versatile, flexible and easy-to-use runes will be the best supplement.

They are ready.

After a long time, Euphemia stood in front of the silent crowd.

She took out a long list and began to read it out to everyone's eager eyes:

"Based on recent statistics and assessments, before announcing the adjustment of the exchange standards, I will first announce the latest achievements and merits. Starting with pharmacy, Alex Taylor, improved the formula of the joy potion, and was approved for a third-level achievement; Amanda Sever, optimized the ratio of the use of white fresh essence, and was approved..."

Stargazers experience profoundly different kinds of joy and sorrow.

This is a moment of both anticipation and tension.

Every new achievement, every battle or exploration that takes place will become a treasure that benefits all members and will have equal rewards.

There is no one-sided contribution, only mutual support, mutual benefit, and the thriving growth of the organization.

This virtuous cycle is the key to the long-term survival of an organization built around common ideals.

It is also a deconstruction of the self-contained wizarding society.

Lynn never had the arrogant idea that great achievements could be accomplished alone.

The power of an individual is limited, no matter how talented he is.

But when outstanding individuals come together and the wisdom from different fields is integrated, the unleashed power will be beyond imagination.

This was the core reason why he was unimpressed by Dumbledore's plan.

The fatalistic "savior" is meaningless. It is just a summary of sacrifice or a statue for people to praise. It is harmful to everyone, including the person involved.

Rather than waiting, he would rather create his own future.

Stargazer is his choice, and it is also the choice of all those who share the same ideals and gather behind him.

Fighting Voldemort was only a short-term goal.

The truly great benefit is the long-term future.

He is never alone in his pursuit of mysteries and resistance to crises.

Everyone behind him will bring him support and help in various ways.

Magic and technology.

Knowledge and power.

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As the night deepened, the meeting drew to a close.

The stargazers left in small groups.

Most of them showed satisfaction that the trip was worthwhile, but a few were troubled that their contribution was not enough.

There is nothing more painful than having a high-level rune in front of you but not being able to take it away.

Especially when someone has already made a reservation in advance.

Even Alex, one of the founders of the organization and Lynn's old classmate, was in this situation - he had recently exchanged a precious Alchemy Notebook and was currently running out of money.

Soon, only a few people were left.

"Lin En, leave Finland to me." The unkempt explorer Victor waved his hand handsomely, "This time, we need at least a first-class achievement!"

“Safety first, always be vigilant.” Lynn hugged his old friend and reminded him patiently.

Euphemia also said seriously: "Keep in touch."

"Don't underestimate me. I was killing people in the Kushan ruins with you two!" Victor raised his head, "Although I was mainly responsible for cheering for you."

With cheerful laughter, the explorer walked away freely.

“This guy…” Lin En smiled and shook his head. “Be careful on the road. We will write to discuss the paint ratio later. There should be room for improvement.”

"Letter?" Euphemia's eyes turned dangerous. "Don't forget what you said. There won't be a next time."

"This……"

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After bidding farewell to Euphemia and Nico, and sending Firenze to the Forbidden Forest, it was already late when Lynn returned to the castle.

He wanted to rest early, but he saw a familiar but unexpected figure outside the office.

Chapter 53 Attack

Neville, shivering with cold, appeared outside the office.

After he told her, Lynn knew the whole story.

About half an hour ago, an unexplained attack occurred in the third-floor corridor, and Mrs. Norris, Filch's cat who guarded the castle, was the victim of the attack.

The young wizards who had just finished their dinner crowded upstairs, and hundreds of pairs of eyes saw the poor cat hanging upside down on the torch stand.

Unfortunately, Harry, Ron and Hermione were there too.

They were now in Lockhart's office with Dumbledore.