Chapter 35 The Giant's Life is also Life Anyone who hesitated for even a second when faced with the invitation of the legendary wizard Dumbledore would be out of his mind. But Bruce is different. At this moment, he was repeatedly confirming with Katum: "Do you think Dumbledore has ulterior motives towards me?" "Then do you still need to ask?" Katum had completely lost all sleepiness by now, and this sudden development made the owl particularly excited. "There are so many talented students in Hogwarts, why didn't he see them and only invited you? You're not that good, are you? There must be something fishy going on here!" Although Katum was speaking for himself, Bruce felt something was wrong. The corners of his mouth twitched, and he defended himself: "Actually, I am really good. Okay, that's not the point. I thought you supported Dumbledore, but I didn't expect you also think he has problems." "Of course there's something wrong with Dumbledore!" Katum said indignantly, "There is still a score to be settled between him and me!"
Bruce: ? You are just an owl, what grudge do you have with Dumbledore? "Look, you were there, but you didn't even notice it." The owl's tone was full of resentment. "Do you remember the scene when we first met Dumbledore? He asked you to sit opposite him and conjured up two cups of hot cocoa." Bruce remembered that he didn't drink the hot cocoa. In order to maintain his physical condition, Bruce usually drank ginger tea at most. "This is Dumbledore's original sin!" Katum complained to Bruce through telepathy, "I was there, but he didn't make a cup for me! "Dumbledore has already received his death for daring to defy me like this!" This is nothing! Bruce suddenly didn't want to ask Katum for any more advice. Telepathic communication was always very efficient, and when Bruce began to think about Dumbledore's invitation again, only a few seconds had passed. "Thank you for your kindness, Mr. Principal, but..." After thinking about it, Bruce still felt that he should stay away from this old man, but before he could finish his words, he was interrupted by Dumbledore. "Don't decide so quickly, Bruce." Dumbledore looked at Batboy with complicated eyes, "You can think about it for a few more days. I can wait for your reply at any time." This posture simply means that if Bruce doesn't agree, Dumbledore will keep waiting. Bruce felt that this was not an invitation but a threat. The old man has set his sights on him. Helplessly, Bruce could only delay time: "Then I will think about it carefully, thank you, Principal." Just you wait, old man! Give me some time, I will immediately figure out a way to deal with you! Dumbledore didn't know what Bruce was thinking, and after hearing this answer, he smiled with satisfaction. "That's good, that's good!"
He had already made a decision in his heart. Bruce, whether you are the Dark Lord predicted or not, I will always be watching you. The world of dark magic cannot tolerate the emergence of another talented wizard. At this moment, the old man and the young reached a strange consensus. Then, a silver animal shadow flew over from a distance. It was a cat. "Mr. Principal, please come to the girls' room immediately." Professor McGonagall's voice came from the cat's shadow, "There are several students here who are in trouble!" Bruce realized immediately who Professor McGonagall was talking about. Hermione! …… a few minutes ago. "Please don't, Professor McGonagall - they're looking for me." Hermione stood in front of Professor McGonagall with a wronged look on her face. "I came to find the troll because I - I thought I could deal with it alone - you know, because I've read about them in books and I know a lot about them." Harry and Ron stood there stunned, unable to believe that Hermione was lying to Professor McGonagall and taking all the blame. At this moment, a huge ugly creature was lying unconscious in the ladies' room. It was a troll, and was dealt with by Harry and Ron. Hearing Hermione's answer, Professor McGonagall was almost furious: "Miss Granger, you silly girl, how can you think you can deal with a giant monster like a mountain alone?" She deducted five points from Gryffindor immediately - for Hermione's recklessness. But in the blink of an eye, Gryffindor was given another 15 points - because of the bravery of the three little wizards. And told Dumbledore about this through the Patronus Charm. After Dumbledore received the news, he Apparated to the scene with Bruce, but the old man did not show up, just watched in the dark. The matter has been resolved and if the principal shows up again, it will make the children nervous. But Bruce didn't have this concern, he rushed directly towards his cousin. At this moment, Hermione was covered in dust and looked more embarrassed than ever before, but she still controlled her emotions and did not show any weakness. But all that changed when Bruce showed up. Sometimes, a person can remain brave and resilient until she sees a loved one she trusts. Hermione had been crying in the ladies' room for the entire afternoon because she heard Ron saying bad things about her behind her back. She thought she had run out of tears, so she didn't cry out loud after the troll attack. But the moment she saw Bruce, her mouth pursed and she began to sob uncontrollably.
"Bruce——" She finally burst into tears, pulled Bruce in front of her and buried her head in his shoulder. Bruce was a little overwhelmed and didn't know how to comfort the girl. "Come, come, don't cry, Hermione, really, don't cry - you wiped your nose on my robes..." Anyway, everything is safe now. Professor McGonagall first asked Harry and Ron to go back, and then drove away Professor Quirrell who was crying by the pool. Finally, when Hermione calmed down a little, Bruce sent her back to Gryffindor Tower. When Bruce left the tower, Dumbledore had disappeared without a trace. Only Bruce and Katoom were left again. At this moment, Bruce was extremely depressed. He didn't say anything just now, but that didn't mean he wasn't angry. He spoke first: "Katum, why don't you speak?" The owl responded absentmindedly, "Because I was thinking that the troll's life is also a life, maybe I can use it to make a Horcrux." Bruce frowned, "What?" "Nothing, just say whatever you want to say, I'm listening." "Okay, then I'll say it." Bruce took a deep breath and said, "Katum, you know, although Hermione and I have no relationship in essence, after nearly a year of getting along, I have already regarded her as a family member - no one can hurt my family! "A troll wouldn't appear in Hogwarts for no reason, someone must have let it in. "Katum, you always act like you know everything, but do you know the truth about this matter? Who is it?" The owl was silent for a moment. Bruce's state at this moment could not be faked, he was indeed extremely angry. "Bruce, I'm telling you the truth, I do know, I know everything." The owl said quietly, "But, I won't tell you who it is." "why?" Bruce turned his head sharply, totally confused. Katum remained calm: “No reason, Bruce, you have done so much thinking training and learned so many detective skills in the past year. "Now you encounter a small case, can't you deduce the truth with your own ability?" (End of this chapter)