Ch149- End of Exams

Ch149- End of Exams

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As Harry lay on his back, floating with a sense of newfound freedom, he gazed up at the clear blue sky, allowing the calm waters of the lake to support him. The serene moment, however, was abruptly interrupted by two distinct giggles. Startled, Harry inadvertently shifted his posture to look up, but the sudden shift in his posture sent him plunging into the cooler depths of the lake. Resurfacing with a splash, he was greeted by the sight of Tracey Davis and Daphne Greengrass standing at the water's edge, their laughter echoing off the water.

"To think THE Harry Potter is not great at something," Tracey teased, her eyes sparkling with mirth.

Harry chuckled, wiping water from his face. "Well, this is actually my first time trying," he admitted, his tone light.Fiind updated novels at novelhall.com

Daphne, with a nod of approval, added, "Not bad for your first attempt. Given your knack for picking things up quickly, it's almost expected."

Their light-hearted banter was soon joined by the arrival of more friends. Neville, Hermione, Susan, Hannah, and the Patil sisters, along with Lavender, gathered around, their expressions ranging from incredulous to amused as they watched Harry's aquatic endeavors.

Hermione, always the voice of encouragement, said, "You're doing wonderfully, Harry. It's all about practice."

"Yeah, Harry, just keep at it. You'll be out-swimming the Giant Squid in no time," Neville added with a laugh.

Susan chimed in, "I'd pay to see that race. Though, I'd bet on you, Harry."

The group's laughter and playful teasing filled the air, turning an ordinary afternoon into a memorable one. Harry ventured deeper into the water, determined to improve his swimming skills before the eyes of his friends.

As he did, Daphne called out, "Just remember, Harry, no summoning charms to cheat your way through!"

Harry responded with a playful splash in their direction, "Wouldn't dream of it. I'm all about the 'authentic experience' today."

Settled under the shade of a large oak tree, the group spread out their scrolls and textbooks, the peaceful surroundings a stark contrast to the intense focus of their study session. Hermione took the lead, her organizational skills shining as she distributed her neatly handwritten summary sheets.

Harry took on a supportive role during their study session, offering his insights whenever his friends needed clarification or advice. The exams came and went, with Harry easily acing each one. The final test, History of Magic, was upon them when Harry learned something troubling: Dumbledore had been summoned by the Ministry of Magic.

"I was hoping Dumbledore could protect the stone, but it seems I might need to step in," Harry remarked with a sense of reluctance. He wasn't keen on getting involved; his preference was for Dumbledore to handle the matter. Harry wasn't driven by a sense of duty or heroism; he simply wanted to avoid any future complications that might arise from Voldemort's potential return to power. "Indeed, Master Harry. It looks like you'll have to act," Nigel responded, acknowledging the inevitable.

As the History of Magic exam paper appeared in front of him, Harry formulated a plan. "Scan the paper and project the answers virtually onto the blanks. I'll wrap this up quickly and head to the third floor," he instructed Nigel. Blue virtual letters promptly filled the page, allowing Harry to finish the exam in record time.

With the paper completed, Harry made his way swiftly toward the third-floor corridor. As he navigated the castle's hallways.

Before Harry reached for the doorknob to the forbidden third-floor corridor, he paused, his instincts urging caution. "Nigel, let's not rush into this blindly. Bring up the Magical Compass," Harry whispered, his voice barely a breath in the silence of the corridor. With a flick of his hand and a mental command, a delicate, ornate compass appeared in his hand, its needle spinning wildly before settling.

The compass, a sophisticated magical instrument capable of detecting not just magnetic north but the sources and concentrations of magical energy, began to glow softly. Its face was etched with runes that shimmered in the dim light, each representing a different aspect of magical detection. Harry watched intently as the needle pointed towards the door, indicating a strong source of magic beyond it.

"Check for wards, especially any that might alert Dumbledore or anyone else to my presence," Harry instructed, his gaze fixed on the compass. Nigel, accessing the detailed functionalities of the compass, initiated a scan for magical defenses. The compass's runes glowed brighter, casting a net of magical detection that seeped through the door and into the room beyond.

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