Ch263- Morning Tort-Exercise

Ch263- Morning Tort-Exercise

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As the meal wound down, the group began to disperse, each heading off to their own activities. Astoria, still grumbling about Potions, dragged herself off to the library, determined to get a head start on her next assignment. Harry promised to help her later, knowing she’d likely need it.

Harry made his way to the entrance of the Chamber of Secrets, his thoughts focused on the quest at hand. He had recently begun uncovering the secrets behind Salazar Slytherin’s inheritance test, and while it was a complex and intricate puzzle, he was confident that he could crack it before Christmas. Doing so would grant him access to Slytherin’s vault at Gringotts, a treasure trove of ancient magic and artifacts that had piqued his curiosity since he first learned of its existence.

As he approached the entrance, the stone door slid open with a low rumble, revealing the dark tunnel that led down to the Chamber. Without hesitation, Harry stepped onto the hidden elevator that would take him to the depths of the castle. The descent was smooth, the cold air of the Chamber gradually replacing the warmth of the castle above.

When the elevator reached the bottom, Harry stepped out into the vast, dimly lit chamber. The massive stone statues of serpents loomed overhead, their eyes seemingly watching his every move. The silence was thick, almost oppressive, but Harry paid it no mind as he made his way toward the central platform where he knew Basi would be waiting.

As he approached, the massive form of the basilisk emerged from the shadows, its emerald scales shimmering in the faint light. The creature moved with a slow, graceful rhythm, its large, yellow eyes fixing on Harry with recognition and curiosity.

“Basi, looking good,” Harry greeted the basilisk with a smile.

The basilisk’s massive head dipped slightly in what could almost be considered a nod, its tongue flicking out as it hissed in response. “Heir,” the basilisk replied, its voice a low, rumbling hiss that reverberated through the chamber. “It is good to see you again. What brings you to the depths today?”

Harry walked closer, unbothered by the creature’s sheer size and presence. “I will be working on Salazar’s inheritance test,” he explained.

The basilisk inclined its massive head slightly, acknowledging Harry’s words. “I will return to my slumber then,” it hissed.

Harry nodded, offering a small smile. “You don’t need to come out and greet me every time, Basi. If I need you, I’ll call. You can rest easy.”

The basilisk blinked its large yellow eyes, grateful for consideration. Being awake meant hunting more, and his hunting ground was very limited. With a final flick of its tongue, it turned and slithered back into the shadows, its enormous body disappearing into the darkness of the chamber.

As the quiet settled back over the chamber, Harry made his way to the back, where the entrance to the next room waited. The corridor was cold and damp, a fitting lead-up to the chamber dominated by the grand statue of Salazar Slytherin himself. It loomed over the space, its stone eyes seemingly watching Harry’s every move.

Not long after, Daphne and Tracey appeared together, both of them chatting quietly, followed by a sleepy-looking Astoria, who yawned widely as she joined the group. Hermione, Neville, and Ginny arrived soon after. Neville mentioned that Ron had opted out, choosing to sleep in, to which Harry simply shrugged.

Luna came next, accompanied by Cho and Padma. They explained that Penelope was busy with her Head Girl duties and couldn’t make it. Draco, Blaise, and Theodore joined soon after, looking as sleepy as others. Susan and Hannah arrived with Cedric in tow, and finally, Lavender, Parvati, and the Weasley twins rounded out the group.

George groaned loudly as he plopped down on the grass. "Why so early, Potter?"

Harry chuckled, already expecting the complaints. "I’ve been meaning to introduce you all to working out for a while now. It’s about time."

Pansy’s face immediately drained of color. "No way, Potter. I’m going back to sleep."

Harry stepped in front of her before she could turn back. "No one’s going anywhere. Physical exercise is just as important as magical training. You’ve got to keep your bodies healthy and active."

Fred groaned dramatically, flopping onto the ground next to his brother. "Mate, you’re killing us before the day even starts."

Harry smirked, folding his arms. "You’ll thank me later. Now, up on your feet. We’re starting with some basic stretches."

The group begrudgingly complied, each one grumbling under their breath as they stretched out their limbs. Harry demonstrated the stretches, making sure everyone followed along correctly. He kept the instructions straightforward, knowing that any added complexity would only invite more complaints.

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