HP Approaches the Magic World

"This time, Mr. Lockhart is here to interview for the position of professor of Defense Against the Dark Arts, but I think, as required, we may need to do some magic ability tests first."

Dumbledore stood up from behind his desk and waved his wand.

The space in the principal's office suddenly became much larger, almost the size of a duel stage.

Apparently in preparation for Lockhart's magical interview.

"Then, the content of this assessment is a magic competition. Of course, it is not conducted by me, but by Professor Snape."

Dumbledore told a joke that was not very funny, and only Jon laughed in agreement.

"Please go up, Mr. Lockhart, Professor Snape."

Dumbledore was too polite today. Jon had never seen Dumbledore speak in such a polite and awkward tone. Snape also had a surprised look on his face.

It's obvious that he's starting to feel a little unaccustomed to it.

"In fact, Professor Snape has always wanted to be the Defense Against the Dark Arts professor, so Mr. Lockhart, you will face a very powerful opponent."

After Dumbledore finished speaking, Jon and Lockhart looked at each other. His intention was very clear, that is, let Lockhart wish for his own happiness.

Although Jon was not very clear about Snape's strength, he still knew a little bit about it. He was at least much stronger than Lockhart.

Being able to get Helga's high praise is a good thing no matter how much you think about it.

But relatively speaking, Lockhart is much worse. Although his actual combat ability is pretty good, he is not suitable for such an honest duel.

A person who usually relies on cold arrows or dirty tricks to win victory will find it difficult to quickly adapt to one-on-one head-on combat.

If Jon were Lockhart, he would most likely choose to give up at this time. He knew very well that Snape would not succeed in becoming the Defense Against the Dark Arts professor, and Dumbledore would not agree to Snape becoming the Defense Against the Dark Arts professor.

Defense Against the Dark Arts Professor.

So no matter how you fight, Lockhart will succeed in the end.

But obviously Jon couldn't say this now. He was standing next to Dumbledore and saying this would have the effect of trying to undermine Dumbledore in person.

He wouldn't be so stupid.

After he and Lockhart looked at each other, the latter stepped onto the duel stage.

The first thing that the Defense Against Dark Arts course should teach students is their defense ability. Only those who can successfully survive the attack of black magic will have the opportunity to fight back.

Therefore, what they have to face is how to resist each other's attacks.

The two wizards stood on the duel stage, one on the left and the other on the right, neither of them making the first move.

They were waiting for Dumbledore to give the order to start.

And as Dumbledore nodded, the atmosphere suddenly became anxious.

There is no doubt that Snape's magical strength is powerful enough to be seen with the naked eye. Magic spells flew out from his wand, and were barely blocked by Lockhart.

Although Jon's strength has not reached the level where he can intervene in such a battle wantonly, his eyesight is enough to make judgments on such a battle.

From the beginning, Snape was unilaterally crushing Lockhart.

Jon glanced at Dumbledore, who was standing next to him. The headmaster who temporarily became the referee was watching the duel on the field, silently and without speaking.

But even if he didn't speak, Jon could see that his eyes revealed his admiration for Lockhart.

What's there to appreciate about this?

Shouldn't we appreciate Snape's powerful combat ability?

The battle on the field ended quickly. After Snape used a magic edge to sever Lockhart's collar, the battle came to an end.

Dumbledore waved his wand and put away the duel table, and the principal's office returned to its previous size.

"A very exciting fight."

He nodded at Snape, then looked at Lockhart.

"But if you want to become a professor of Defense Against the Dark Arts, I think, Mr. Lockhart, you should be a little weaker."

"What?"

Lockhart made a confused sound, but Snape, who came down with him, stood next to him, his face expressionless, as if he already knew the result.

"I think the Headmaster has made it very clear," the headmaster of Slytherin explained for Dumbledore, "You need to act a little weaker, preferably to the point where you can't do anything.

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This is really an unacceptable request.

Jon had actually guessed what Dumbledore meant, but these words could only be said by two people when there were no outsiders, and they definitely couldn't be said now.

"I think you should have understood what I mean," Dumbledore blinked and looked at Lockhart, "If you don't understand, I think you can think about it here."

"Then can I leave now?"

Snape looked at Dumbledore and stuffed his wand into his robes.

Anyway, he is just a tool person. Tool people need to use it for a long time and cannot use it for everything.

Besides - Snape pointed at Jon - isn't there another ready-made tool man?

"Okay."

After Snape and himself exchanged glances, Dumbledore nodded: "You can leave first. If there is anything, we will discuss it in detail."

I hope not.

Snape gave Lockhart a cold look, then turned and left the headmaster's office.

"Well Mr. Lockhart, we can now talk about the position."

Lockhart was confused by Dumbledore. If he behaved like this and could still be appointed as the Defense Against the Dark Arts professor, then what were the tests just for?

"I probably want you to feel something."

Jon's voice sounded quietly in Lockhart's ears: "Didn't Dumbledore just say that? You need to be weaker."

"But what are the benefits of this? As a professor of Defense Against the Dark Arts, I need to teach students in the entire school. If I perform poorly, it is not a good thing for the students in the entire school."

"Oh, of course not."

Dumbledore shook his head.

"Jon highly recommended you to me and said that you are very suitable for this candidate. I thought you could meet this requirement."

"Of course...it can be done," Lockhart said tentatively: "I just want to show my weakness. I don't care about my reputation. I even came here for this purpose, but I don't

I don’t think it’s a good thing to delay the learning of all students.”