Hogwarts becomes host

"Professor this is"

"Come on Harry, I'm dealing with my Boggart - the biggest enemy in life is yourself." Lockhart, who was standing by the door, took out his wand in a fancy manner and pointed it at Lockhart, who was standing at the table. special. "The Boggart is a dark magical creature. His biggest and only ability is to transform into the thing we fear most."

"Look at that me - yes, what I fear most is my true appearance. That's how I look when facing dangerous creatures. I'm afraid, fearful and unbelievable. After all, I'm just an ordinary person." He was filled with emotion. He said emotionally, and the other Lockhart made a horrified expression in cooperation. "Originally I wanted to use it as a Defense Against the Dark Arts teaching material, but I have been hesitant because he will forcefully pull out the shadows in everyone's heart. For example, if I hadn't made him transform, I guess when he faces you He will look like a mysterious person."

"But this kind of creature can be dealt with, just a little spell will do it - funny and funny"

A bright light burst out from the tip of the wand, and Harry had to close his eyes. It took a while for his vision to return.

At that time, the other Lockhart had disappeared, but the large wardrobe on the side was shaking continuously and making knocking and flapping sounds, as if something was trying to come out of it.

"Don't be afraid, Harry, I have locked him in the closet. Boggart likes narrow, dark spaces. He may be lurking in woods and dark corners. Anywhere where there is light, there must be darkness. The same goes for people. I often tell you about my great achievements just to avoid the shrinking and incompetent version of myself."

Lockhart blinked at Harry and showed his usual bright smile again, but Harry was keenly aware that his smile was a little forced and slightly different from his usual smile.

This was probably because he saw something he shouldn't have seen, so Harry immediately apologized.

"I'm sorry, Professor, I shouldn't have been at this time. I didn't wish to-"

"It's okay, Harry, you are my favorite student, it's okay to know some of my little secrets." Lockhart shook his head and took out a small bottle from the cuff of his silk robe. "But I need to drink some calming potion. I think you won't mind me─"

"Oh, of course, of course I don't mind."

Harry watched as Lockhart took the potion, then stuck out his tongue and made an exaggerated grimace.

"It tastes really bad. I mixed this potion myself. It can cheer people up, just like my favorite Bird Snake Egg Yolk Conditioner. I also have some inventive talent in potions. After all, I am a master of black magic." , just like those Aurors, you must be proficient in Potions, Defense Against the Dark Arts, Transfiguration and Charms, and uh"

Lockhart thought hard for a moment, then looked at Harry awkwardly.

"There are some problems with the little thing I invented. Okay, I admit it. This potion can cause short-term memory impairment. It is not perfect yet, so I didn't announce it. Otherwise, with this courage potion, I will definitely be in the Potion Association. I invented five or six unique techniques to create a new trend on the Internet——By the way, Harry, why did I call you here?"

"Well, you caught Ron and I secretly beating up Malfoy, Professor." Harry smiled bitterly, "You said you wanted a small punishment, so you punished me with labor service."

"Oh, yes, that's right. You can answer letters from fans for me. I remembered - you can write envelopes." Lockhart happily jumped to the table, rummaged through a large pile of letters and handed them to Harry. As if this was a huge offer, "The first letter goes to Lady Vinton - Merlin bless her, she was my first passionate admirer."

Harry accepted the stack of letters with some confusion and embarrassment, then sat down at the table and began to write a letter obediently.

Time passes like a snail.

Harry listened to Lockhart talk endlessly, only occasionally responding with "um" or "ah". However, as Lockhart spoke more and more, Harry's doubts became deeper and deeper. .

I always felt that Professor Lockhart was a little different tonight. Harry didn't know how to describe it.

It seems, not so annoying anymore

So when Lockhart was drinking water, he rarely summoned up the courage to ask.

"Professor──is the Boggart just now a textbook for class?"

"Ah, well, this is a bit——that's what I planned, but I don't think it's appropriate. After all, compared to me, you are still just students," Lockhart said coquettishly, curling the ends of his hair with his fingers. "Harry, Harry, I usually face some terrifying and life-threatening dark magic creatures. Those are too dangerous for you - I can't guarantee that I can protect every student 100%. .”

"Magic power has its limits. Remember this, Harry. Others see me as a celebrity, but who knows how much I have risked my life and how much hard work I have done? Fame is a fickle friend. If I accidentally let When a student is injured, those who support me will immediately change their attitude, Harry, being famous is not a good thing."

"" Harry felt very subtle. "Professor, we are not defenseless weaklings, we are wizards with magic wands in our hands to protect ourselves─"

"Oh, are you sure?" Lockhart shouted unexpectedly, "But when facing those Cornish elves, I didn't see what you did except Miss Shafik, Miss Granger and Except for Miss Greengrass, none of your classmates seem to be able to protect themselves at all."

"This"

"I'm not blaming you, Harry, Harry - you have to know that this is a time of peace." Lockhart added, "With you and the Anti-Dark Arts Association - I also contributed most of my efforts - Through hard work, the dark forces have weakened to the lowest point in history. The mysterious man is dead, and the dark wizards are hiding in all directions. There is no need for you to protect yourselves, because there is no danger. This is normal─"

"But Professor, we still want to learn something useful." Harry said hurriedly. "I don't think so. I mean, I think most of my classmates want to become stronger just like me─"

"I understand, Harry, I understand." Lockhart smiled, "I will teach you, but I need─well─more time to figure out what is suitable for you. You know, I have never taught. Experience is not as easy as writing a book or dealing with monsters, but don't worry - I, Gilderoy Lockhart, am a genius."

He yelled excitedly, and Harry didn't know how to react, so he could only laugh awkwardly.

The knocking and shaking sound of the wardrobe stopped unconsciously.