Chapter 525: Dance, Snape's Gaze

The foyer was crowded with students, and the door to the auditorium had been closed. Everyone was milling around outside, meeting dance partners from other colleges, and waiting for eight o'clock to arrive.

When Kyle and Kangna walked over, they naturally attracted the attention of many people.

Fortunately, at this time, Fleur also came. She was wearing a silver-grey satin robe. She was stunningly beautiful and attracted everyone's attention as soon as she appeared.

Everyone also subconsciously looked at the dance partner next to her...

"Fred?" Connor couldn't help shouting.

"No, he's George..." Kyle said.

"Yes, it's me." George winked at them, "But then again, Kyle, how on earth did you recognize us."

"Because Fred said that he has found Angelina as his dance partner."

"Oh, how could I forget this." George patted his head.

The oak front door was opened, and everyone turned their heads and saw Durmstrang's students walking in together with Karkaroff. Krum walked in the front, flanked by a beautiful girl in a blue robe.

"Wait..." George rubbed his eyes, "Am I dazzled? Why do I feel that that girl looks like Hermione?"

"You're not dazzled," Kyle said, "She's Hermione."

"Merlin..." George smacked his lips, "Is Hermione so good-looking? The ball is really magical..."

George was right. After Hermione smoothed her messy hair, she did seem to be a different person.

Even when she walked by, Harry didn't recognize her and kept asking "Where is Hermione..."

It's a pity that he didn't bring a camera. It would be quite interesting if he could take a photo of this scene.

At this time, the door of the auditorium was also opened, and Professor McGonagall's voice sounded.

"Warriors please come here!"

Kangna adjusted her skirt nervously, took Kyle's arm and walked forward. The chattering crowd made way for them to pass through.

"You guys wait here first." Professor McGonagall led them to a Christmas tree at the entrance of the auditorium, letting others enter the auditorium first.

The waiting time was a bit long, but fortunately we were all acquaintances, so it didn’t feel awkward at all.

It wasn't until everyone was seated in the auditorium that Professor McGonagall came over again. He asked the warriors and their dance partners to line up two by two and follow her in.

They filed in, and people in the auditorium applauded enthusiastically. Kyle also heard a whistle and turned around to see...it was indeed Fred.

George subconsciously wanted to respond to him, but he immediately calmed down after being glared at by Professor McGonagall.

At this time, the auditorium completely changed its appearance. The walls were covered with sparkling silver frost, the starry night sky was above the head, and hundreds of mistletoe twigs and ivy were hung.

The biggest change is that the four academy tables are gone and replaced with more than a hundred small tables lit with lanterns.

The same goes for the teachers' bench, where the five referees are sitting, looking at them with smiles.

Kyle originally wanted to sit next to Chris, but before he took two steps, he felt his hand being grabbed tightly. There was no other way, so Kyle could only follow Connor and sit next to Professor Dumbledore. Down.

To be honest, Kyle didn't really want to sit here... It had nothing to do with Professor Dumbledore, it was mainly because Snape happened to be right behind this position.

Everyone was laughing and chatting, except Snape, who looked gloomy as if he had discovered that his treasured potion had been stolen.

And judging from his expression, Kyle really couldn't guarantee whether he would add something else to his food later.

It's a pity that in this moment of confusion, there are already people in other seats, so he can only sit here.

Facts have proved that Kyle's worries were justified. As soon as he sat down, he felt a chill on his neck.

Just like the auditorium, which has completely changed its appearance, today's dinner party is also very unique.

After the warriors also sat down, Professor Dumbledore picked up the menu next to the plate, then pointed at his plate and said clearly, "Pork chops!"

The pork chops came out immediately.

Food ordering service... This was no stranger to Hufflepuff students, but it was the first time it had appeared in the Great Hall.

However, Kyle was not in the mood to eat. The malicious intent behind him was too obvious. If a looking glass was placed on the table, it would surely spin sparks or drill a hole in the table.

Kyle couldn't help but straighten his collar. He wanted to ask Professor Dumbledore if Snape had ever entered the kitchen before.

However, compared to Kyle who was restless, the others behaved much more normally. George was telling Fleur some interesting things that happened at school. Fleur also looked very interested and took the initiative to ask. Something about the Defense Against the Dark Arts professor at Hogwarts.

Even in Beauxbatons, she had heard about this magical position.

George suddenly became hesitant. Although this was true, he also wanted to protect the reputation of Hogwarts, so he just said a few words to fool him.

On the other side, Krum was introducing Durmstrang's situation to Hermione. However, he was stopped by Karkaroff in the middle of his speech.

He didn't seem to want others to know about Durmstrang, and was worried that if Klum told too much, others would guess the school's location.

"Igor..." Dumbledore said with a smile, "If you keep such a secret, people will think you don't welcome others to visit..."

"Ah, Albus..." Karkaroff said, "We all want to protect our own private territory, right..."

"Huh..."

When he said this, Kyle suddenly heard an undisguised laugh from behind him.

It was Professor Moody. Although he had his back to the crowd, Kyle was sure that his magic eye must be looking at them through the back of his head.

"Dumbledore..." he said, "If I had known that Hogwarts was your private territory, I should have asked for a salary increase."

"Hogwarts never belongs to anyone, it belongs to all students..." Dumbledore said, "Of course, this does not affect your reasonable request for a salary increase, I will consider it."

After being interrupted by Professor Moody, Karkaroff lost interest in continuing.

"I was just joking, Professor Moody." Karkaroff said, laughing, but there was no smile in his cold eyes.

Half an hour later, everything was finished.

As the Hungarian goulash on Kyle's plate, which was barely touched, disappeared, Dumbledore stood up and told the students to stand up as well.

He waved his wand, and the table disappeared. Then a huge stage appeared in the middle of the hall, along with various musical instruments.

Amid screams, the Weird Sisters rushed onto the stage.

As the only band to appear on the Chocolate Frog card, they were extremely popular in the entire wizarding world. Even just showing up made the hall boil.

When they picked up their instruments, the warriors stood up as well.

The first song they played was "The Magnificent Hippogriff". Kyle walked into the brightly lit dance floor. He felt that he had never been so nervous facing the first task of the Triwizard Tournament.

Then he held Connor's hand and put his other hand on her waist.

He could clearly feel that Connor's body tensed up for a moment, but then returned to normal.

The chill on his neck became more and more obvious, but Kyle no longer cared about it.

He recalled the movements Professor McGonagall had taught him before, and when the melody sounded, he took Connor and took a slow step.

When they really started dancing, Kyle was not as nervous as before. His movements became more and more skillful, and he slowly turned in circles with Connor.

It was strange that although the three warriors were dancing, and although Fleur and Krum were also very eye-catching, most people's eyes were always on Kyle and Connor, as if this stage was specially built for them.

"It's great..." Dumbledore's eyes flashed, and he lowered his head slightly while wiping his glasses.

Professor McGonagall looked proud.

The people who were stunning the audience now were taught by her... As for Professor Flitwick and Nick, who was almost headless, they were just assistants and did not deserve to have a name.

Of course, there are happy people and unhappy people.

With a click, Snape broke the table knife he had been holding. His eyes were fixed on the dance floor, and he didn't even notice Sirius Black who was swaying around.

Perhaps he was bored, and seeing Snape ignored him, Sirius stopped provoking him. He found Professor McGonagall and invited him to dance in a gentlemanly manner.

Professor McGonagall readily agreed.

When the song was halfway through, more people entered the dance floor. The warrior was no longer the center of attention, but people subconsciously left the middle, where Kyle and Connor were.

Soon, the song ended.

Then the second song, with a much faster rhythm than before.

"It's "Magic Stuff," said Kyle, "their most popular song, and they appeared on the Chocolate Frog card with it."

As he spoke, Kyle also let go of Connor and switched to another cheerful dance step.

...

They danced three dances in total before finally leaving the dance floor.

It wasn't because they were tired, but because Kyle had only learned these three songs, and if he didn't continue, he would have to dance randomly.

He looked at Connor, who was flushed and panting, and asked, "Would you like something to drink? How about pumpkin soda?"

Connor nodded.

Kyle walked towards the round table with drinks and desserts, and saw Ron and Harry eating pudding.

"You... you won't be eating dessert here all the time."

"Yeah." Harry swallowed a big mouthful of pudding in his mouth and said as a matter of course: "Anyway, we don't have to dance, right?"

"Fortunately, I'm not a warrior, otherwise I would be responsible for the opening dance, otherwise..." He couldn't help shivering, as if he thought of something terrible, and quickly changed the subject: "Try this, jelly jam pudding, Ron and I agree that it is the best of all desserts."

Kyle raised his eyebrows. Good guy, this is really a buffet.

But he still accepted Harry's suggestion and took another pudding in addition to pumpkin soda.

After all, Harry ate here for three songs, so the things he recommended should not be bad.

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