From Azkaban

"Please be quiet and listen to me." Dumbledore raised his hand and pressed it down. The little wizards quickly shut up and stared at him with their sharp eyes.

"As I just said, the winning academy will receive an extra quarter of time. If the academy continues to win in the next quarter, it will not only continue to receive a quarter of time, but will also receive an additional half an hour on top of the original amount."

"This extra time can be accumulated over three quarters until the next new school year. That is to say, if a college can maintain the first time, in the last quarter of each year, the college will get two and a half hours of extra time per day."

As Dumbledore spoke bit by bit, the breathing of the young wizards in the audience gradually became heavier and their eyes became sharper.

At this moment, the entire auditorium became unusually quiet, with only the sound of gradually heavier breathing. A solemn atmosphere began to emerge bit by bit. The little wizards at each long table seemed to have transformed into warriors, and fighting spirit began to rise in them.

When the eyes of some young wizards from different academies met, it seemed as if invisible sparks burst in the air.

"That's basically it. The professors will explain the specific changes in detail in class tomorrow."

"Now everyone can go back and rest."

After finishing the announcement, Dumbledore walked down from the platform, and the students in the audience stood up in twos and threes and left the hall.

"This is a situation I never imagined. I didn't expect it to turn out like this."

In the professor's chair, Locke slowly stood up, thinking back to what happened today, and inexplicably felt that it was a bit far-fetched.

Locke's original idea was to extend the teaching system of Hogwarts when the time was right, that is, after Snape became the dean.

But he didn't expect that before he reached that step, Hogwarts had changed on its own.

During the whole day of meetings today (more than six days in the magic network), Dumbledore and a group of professors completely reformed the teaching standards and teaching materials of Hogwarts.

At Hogwarts today, the first-year textbooks fully integrate the knowledge of the first four grades, while also adding a lot of previously unavailable knowledge of the same level and the corresponding understandings and insights of each professor.

The reason why four entire grades were integrated was because the professors found after calculations that with the magic network, not only did the students' learning efficiency soar, but their study time also increased exponentially.

Not only can you learn more in a shorter time, but your time is doubled, so naturally you have to arrange more knowledge to fill the extra time.

This is the case for the first grade, and it is even more so for other grades. What the second grade needs to learn has already reached the original scope of the seventh grade. From the third to the seventh grade, the breadth begins to expand, maximizing the knowledge and knowledge accumulation of each little wizard, ensuring that an absolutely solid foundation is laid.

It was also because of these changes that, after discussion, Dumbledore contacted many parties to confirm and finally finalized the arrangement to delay graduation for the sixth and seventh graders this year.

New students will be accepted next year, and the number of students below the sixth grade will be increased as usual, but the original sixth and seventh grades will be retained for one year to ensure that these students have enough time to enjoy the new reform results.

One of Locke's ultimate purposes of coming to Hogwarts was suddenly achieved. It can be predicted that the quality of Hogwarts students will usher in a huge leap in the future.

The improvement in the quality of students means the improvement of the magic world in the future.

"Well, now that we have a direction for the development of the next magic network function, we will develop a preschool education version of the magic network for young wizards who have not yet entered school."

"It prevents them from being exposed to the social version of the magic network too early and becoming addicted to it, while providing high-quality preschool education. It just so happens that after adding a certain amount of intelligence to the magic network core, this function can also be used."

Volume 1: Chapter 150: The Order of Merlin and Fudge

"The Order of Merlin?"

In the headmaster's office of Hogwarts, Locke, who had received the news halfway, was sitting opposite Dumbledore and Grindelwald with his legs crossed, looking surprised.

"Yes, the Wizengamot has sent me a message. In view of your contribution to developing the magic network and solving the werewolf problem, Professor Cazier, all members of the Wizengamot have unanimously decided to award you the First Class Order of Merlin."

Dumbledore nodded and repeated the news he had received. After that, he looked at Locke's young face and couldn't help but sigh in his heart again. What an impressive talent. To be able to obtain the First Class Order of Merlin at such a young age, although it may not be unprecedented, it is certain that there has never been anyone like him before.

"All of them? Minister Fudge and the other senior Ministry officials agree?"

Unlike before, the Wizengamot is now very watered down, as there are many of Fudge's cronies and some senior officials of the Ministry of Magic inserted into it.

Of course, this does not affect the status and value of the Wizengamot and the Order of Merlin in the wizarding world, at least among the general wizarding community.

So Locke was naturally very happy to receive the Order of Merlin, First Class. However, he did not expect that the Ministry of Magic would remain silent and even sit back and watch this matter unfold.

"Of course, Professor Kazier, you may not know that even in the Ministry of Magic, there are a large number of wizards who are very fond of your magical science ideas and magic network."

"And I also heard that the Magic Network has now become an essential means of working for the Ministry of Magic. It has brought great help to many departments and reduced a lot of burdens. So Professor Cazier, you don't have to worry at all. Your receipt of the Order of Merlin will definitely be recognized by the entire Ministry of Magic."

Dumbledore misunderstood Locke's meaning, or Fudge's quilt was too well covered, so even Dumbledore didn't notice any wind.

"Oh, is that so? Does the Wizengamot need to hold an awarding ceremony, or will the medals be delivered directly to the school?"

Locke knew the answer from Dumbledore's reply. It was obvious that Fudge couldn't get hard anymore. His current move was clearly an implicit gesture of goodwill towards him.

Merlin's first-level badge. Locke would not deny his own achievements. The results of the magic network and werewolves were unquestionable.

However, this is the magical world, a society that is even more rigid and sluggish than the ancient political world of the great Eastern country. Here, a small task that can be easily completed can be delayed for an unknown amount of time and turned into a big problem.

However, such a major event as awarding the Merlin Level 1 Badge was finalized so quickly within less than three months after the release of the Rock Magic Network. No matter how you look at it, it is certain that someone is behind this.

And that person was undoubtedly Fudge, so Locke asked Dumbledore whether there was a procedure for holding an awarding ceremony.

Normally, there would definitely be an awarding ceremony. Based on Locke's understanding of Fudge, he would definitely be the presenter.

"Of course, the awarding ceremony will be held at ten o'clock in the morning three days later. The venue will be outside the Wizengamot House in the Magic Network Public Square."

"Originally, I was supposed to present the medal to you, Professor Cazier, but Minister Fudge of the Ministry of Magic strongly requested to be the presenter, so Minister Fudge will personally present the medal to you, Professor Cazier."

Sure enough, after hearing what Dumbledore said, Locke laughed in his heart. This Fudge was even more useless than he thought.

I thought that given his desire for power, even if he didn't dare to really jump out and tear his face off, he would definitely fight to the last moment.

After all, in the original book, this guy's series of actions have perfectly demonstrated his uselessness, and at the same time, they have also shown what he can do for the power in his hands.

However, I didn't expect that after facing Locke and the Round Table Council, he would surrender so quickly.

This guy took the initiative to take on the job of awarding the medals, and it was obvious that he was planning to make contact with Locke through the medal awarding ceremony.

The venue was deliberately chosen to be on the Magic Network Public Square to ensure that all wizards in the British magical community can come to participate to the greatest extent possible.

Building momentum for Locke in this way was truly a very thoughtful and thorough consideration.

"I understand. Then please let Headmaster Dumbledore know. I will be online on time to participate."

Locke stood up. This was a good thing for him. Obtaining the Order of Merlin, First Class, would greatly increase his reputation in the British wizarding world, and would even be of great benefit internationally.

At the same time, Fudge's initiative to show goodwill also means that the only stain in Locke's past will be completely erased in the future.

Although he was imprisoned because of his predecessor's suicide, no one knew about this situation, so Locke was naturally happy to erase this stain.

"I have something else to do later, so I won't chat with you, Headmaster Dumbledore."

The Order of Merlin is an emergency and the time is three days later, so Locke’s focus is still on what should be done now.

In fact, Locke only found out this morning when he was in the online library that Filch had surrendered more than half a month ago.

To be precise, it is not correct. Grindelwald also used Locke's name to seduce Filch, so strictly speaking, Filch voted for Logger.

"Professor Cazier, please."

After talking about the Order of Merlin, Dumbledore felt fine, so when he saw Locke leaving, he stood up and saw him off.

"Filch should have arrived, but I don't know how Grindelwald will get here from Dumbledore later."

After leaving the headmaster's office, Locke walked down the spiral staircase of the tower at a leisurely pace. On the way, he kept meeting some little Gryffindor wizards returning to the common room. These little lions greeted Locke enthusiastically and kept hinting to him with clumsy words that he should give them more points in the future.

While Locke was smilingly dealing with these little lions who had a little too much energy and courage, he also encountered his traitor and beloved disciple.

"Hermione, we must work hard, especially you. You must work hard. Our Gryffindor scores depend on you!"

Returning to the stairs of the Gryffindor common room, Ron and Hermione walked one after the other. Ron, who was walking in front, went up the stairs backwards, so he didn't see Locke standing at the end of the stairs.

"I will certainly try hard, but what about you? How are you going to try..."

Hermione was holding two thick books in front of her chest. She raised her head casually while answering Ron and saw Locke standing above her.

"Me? Of course I'm going to attack the opponents from other colleges! Apart from anything else, the biggest threat to us is the other people in our club. The easiest one to deal with is Draco. Wait, I'll make a detailed plan when I get back."

Ron didn't understand Hermione's constant signaling eyes, nor did he react to the fact that Hermione's pace was gradually slowing down and she was still moving backwards until he bumped into Locke's leg.

Volume 1: Chapter 151 Dumb Gun

"professor"

As Ron bumped into Locke's leg and was forced to stop, Hermione also stopped, raised her head and greeted Locke.

"Well, work hard. With your ability, I believe you can do well even with some people holding you back."

Locke was naturally very satisfied with his beloved disciple, and the smile on his face softened as he spoke. However, when he mentioned the hindrance, he lowered his head to look at Ron who was turning around stiffly, and the smile on his face immediately faded a lot.

To be honest, I didn't feel that way before, even when I was teaching Ron and the others at Malfoy Manor, I felt it was okay.

But as the saying goes, the profession you engage in will have an impact on you, so since becoming a professor, Locke's view of Ron and others has changed.

With two outstanding disciples like Hermione and Harry, differences inevitably arise among the students at Locke's place.

Now Locke truly understands the mentality of his teachers when he was in school in his previous life. For teachers, the feeling of teaching good students is really different.

No matter how good a teacher is who treats students equally, he will feel more comfortable and relieved when he sees good students.

"Old...Teacher"

Ron turned around and took two steps back to stand next to Hermione, then greeted Locke with a stiff smile.

"Ron, you have to work hard too. You are indeed talented in strategy and overall command, so if you have an idea, just go for it. If you succeed, I can give you extra points as well."

Locke also had some idea about Ron's talent. It was basically certain that this guy's talent was in military strategy.

Therefore, Locke did not expect him to achieve any results in magic science, and his training was also carried out based on his talents.

How to say it, talents like Ron's are actually indispensable to the Round Table and wizards, but their priority is lower than that of his two brothers and Harry and Hermione.

After all, although Locke doesn't want war, no one can predict the future, so talents like Ron have to be reserved even if they are not used.

"real!"

Ron, who thought he would be scolded, did not expect Locke to say that. He immediately showed an excited smile from the bottom of his heart, and his originally awkward and stiff posture became natural.

"certainly"

Locke nodded. Seeing this, Hermione, who was standing next to Ron, felt relieved. She was also very surprised. She didn't expect Locke to agree with Ron's approach.

But since Locke agreed, it meant that Ron's idea was also feasible. In an instant, Hermione's thinking became clear.

Although she enjoyed studying, Hermione also loved the freedom of being in the private space of the Weave, so she would never back down for the sake of a longer period of time.

"Okay, it's getting late. Go back and rest. Get ready. There will be a lot more new teaching materials and study schedules than before."

"Ron, what you want to do will definitely take a lot of time, so I have to remind you that studying is the top priority. Don't confuse the priorities."

After giving the two a final warning, Locke walked down the stairs and left.

"It's over. The teacher never jokes. Even he thinks it's too much. The new teaching materials and study arrangements this time seem to be too much."

Looking at Locke's leaving back, Ron hung his head with a look of despair, and decisively abandoned the plan he had originally come up with in his mind.

“More learning means more chances to get extra points. We will definitely be the winners!”

Hermione's eyes were determined, she tightened her arms around the book, and stepped onto the stairs.

"Professor Kazir, you're a little late."

Locke looked at Grindelwald in surprise as he was standing at the door of his office waiting. Wasn't this guy staying with Dumbledore before? How come he got here before him now?

"Professor Grindelwald is very fast. And welcome, Mr. Filch."

Locke walked forward, raised his hand to dispel the magical restriction on the office door, answered Grindelwald, and greeted Filch who was standing awkwardly behind Grindelwald.

"Professor Cazier"

Filch nodded nervously. He seldom interacted with professors, and recently when there were no students caught by him, he turned into a invisible man.

"Come in, everyone."

Pushing open the door of his office, Locke walked in first and cast a spell to change the layout of the room.

"No matter how many times I see it, Professor Kazir's Transfiguration is always amazing."

Grindelwald put his left hand behind his back and walked calmly into Locke's office. He looked at the constantly changing room and spoke with his eyes slightly narrowed.

"Gudong~!"

Filch, who was following behind him, swallowed hard. This was the first time he had seen such a scene, even though he was in Hogwarts.

Looking at this scene, which can be said to be the best interpretation of magic, Filch became more and more excited.

It’s almost there, it’s almost there, right away, as long as tonight’s experiment is successful, he will be able to obtain the magic he has dreamed of for decades.

"Well, please stand here, Mr. Filch."

In just a few seconds, the original room layout turned into an empty square.

At this moment, Locke was standing in the center of the square, raising his hand to motion Filch to stand in front of him.

"Okay..Okay!"

Filch didn't expect it to happen so quickly. After hearing Locke's shout, he immediately trotted to Locke and stood up straight.