The Day of the Draw at Hogwarts
Chapter 607 Sir Merlin has decided (two-in-one)
Chapter 607 Sir Merlin has decided... (two-in-one)
There seems to be something wrong with today's breakfast session. Although it was already time for breakfast, the four long tables were not filled with sumptuous breakfasts as usual. Hundreds of little wizards were sitting at the long empty table, staring with big eyes in confusion. What’s even stranger is that in the past, there were more or less professors on the faculty bench. But today the entire faculty bench was empty, not a single person was there.
Various speculations arose in everyone's mind, and the auditorium buzzed like a bee, but someone soon answered their doubts.
Dumbledore is here. He was followed by the Minister of Magic, Bones, as well as Mrs. Maxim and Mr. Karkaroff. Behind these four people were the entire Hogwarts staff and Rita Skeeter, the reporter of the Daily Prophet. Each of them was dressed very formally, looked solemn and serious in speech. If you carefully observe the micro-expressions of the professors, it is not difficult to see that they are still very happy inside.
The appearance of the principal and professors silenced all the restless students in the auditorium. They saw from this scene that something big was about to happen.
Tom was sitting at the long table in Ravenclaw House, waiting for the award ceremony to begin.
The professor, minister, and two principals all walked to the faculty bench and took their seats, while Dumbledore stood in front of the podium in front of the faculty bench, looking at the students in the audience.
After everyone was seated and silence returned to the auditorium, Dumbledore cleared his throat and began to speak to everyone in an unhurried voice.
"Before everyone enjoys breakfast, I have something important to announce!" Dumbledore's eyes swept across the teachers and students in the audience, and finally fell on Tom.
"Everyone must have known about the dark wizards who made a big fuss at the Quidditch World Cup finals during the summer vacation. Facing the fierce flames of the dark wizards, a young wizard stood up, faced the difficulties, and fought with magic. Fighting side by side with all the Aurors, they fought bravely against the dark wizards and repelled them. This brave young man was Tom Yoder of Ravenclaw Academy! After unanimous agreement within the Knights of Merlin, We will award Mr. Yoder the Order of Merlin, First Class, in recognition of his contribution to wizarding society!"
After Dumbledore finished speaking, the little wizards in the audience were silent for a moment - they needed time to digest this big news.
Many students had heard the news through newspapers and knew about Tom Yoder's achievements, but when the medals were actually handed out, everyone was still filled with shock. You know, possible acquisition and already acquired are two different concepts. It’s not unheard of to compete for an award for more than ten years. It’s common to be nominated every year but not win the award every year. Before the medals are handed out, variables will always exist.
But now it’s different after the actual implementation.
The students around looked at Tom with awe in their eyes: Tom Yoder is also a big shot now!
That's right, anyone who can win the First Class Medal of Merlin is definitely considered a well-known big shot.
Regarding the result of receiving the First Class Medal of Merlin, Tom can only say that it is "unexpected but reasonable" because the awarding of medals is highly subjective and does not have a clear measurement scale.
The Order of Merlin is divided into three levels. The first-level medal is used to commend "outstanding bravery or outstanding achievements" in magic, the second-level medal is used to commend "achievement or efforts beyond ordinary", and the third-level medal is used to recognize "outstanding achievements or outstanding achievements" in magic. Individuals who have contributed to knowledge or entertainment."
How to evaluate the standards is hard to say. For example, Damocles, who invented the wolfsbane potion, did he contribute to the accumulation of knowledge, did he make achievements beyond the ordinary, or was he designated as having magical abilities because he eased the relationship between wizards and werewolves? What about outstanding achievements?
All three theories are reasonable. The level of medal you can receive in the end depends on Damocles' connections.
The upper limit of the first-class medal of Sir Merlin is very high. Dumbledore received the first-class medal after defeating Grindelwald. But its lower limit is also very low. Arcturus Black of the Black family donated a large sum of gold to the Ministry of Magic and was awarded a first-class medal. The Honorable Lord Cornelius Fudge also awarded himself one in recognition of his contribution to the magical society as Minister of Magic.
The First Class Order of Merlin is like a top 100 station that will never deteriorate and will only go bankrupt. Some people get it to prove their own gold content, while others get it to prove the gold content of this award.
But Tom is very sure that he is fully worthy of this medal - if the Death Eaters escape slower, Voldemort will only be a bare commander after he is resurrected.
Under the eyes of everyone, Tom slowly stood up and walked to the staff table step by step. The photographer standing in the corner of the auditorium raised the camera, pressed the shutter to the end, and made a continuous clicking sound. A purple smoke exploded above the camera, completely recording the scene. At the same time, thunderous applause erupted in the auditorium.
Everyone, even the students from Durmstrang and Beauxbatons, clapped vigorously. In the entire auditorium, only the young wizards from Death Eater families were more perfunctory. But it's understandable, after all, this medal was obtained by their father or mother.
"Say a few words," Dumbledore looked at Tom, gave him an encouraging look, took two steps outside, and gave up the podium to Tom.
Tom was not polite and walked directly to the podium and looked at the students in the audience. This was the first time he saw his classmates from this perspective.
Tom only found out today that the perspective from above is like this.
One thing is for sure, the field of view above is really wide and can take in the entire auditorium. Tom can clearly see everyone's face, expression, and movements.
Standing here, an indescribable feeling arose in Tom's heart. He's just here today to give his acceptance speech. If one day, he could stand here and express his ideals, and the people in the audience would be willing to act for this ideal...
There is nothing more satisfying than putting your thoughts into someone else's head.
He waited for the applause to subside and began his speech. This was the first time he stood on the stage and spoke to all the students.
The students in the audience were also very considerate and listened to Tom's speech quietly. Today, Tom, under the supervision of Hermione, changed into a pure black wizard robe with golden lace on the cuffs, looking elegant and noble. Coupled with his handsome face and the achievement of having received the Order of Merlin, his charm instantly soared.
Many little witches had stars in their eyes.
"I didn't notice it before, but that Yodel is so handsome?"
"Ah, that's too bad! If he and Krum pursue me at the same time, which one should I choose?"
"Why not take them all? They are all your wings (funny)"
Sitting at the Ravenclaw table, listening to these words, I felt mixed emotions in my heart. On the one hand, she was sincerely proud of her boyfriend, and listening to other people's praises, she was filled with pride. On the other side, she felt a little wary.
Those looks like those female cats in heat made her very unhappy.
This dog has an owner! ! !
She regretted untying Tom.
Tom didn't know the mental activities of the people in the audience. He glanced at Hermione and raised the corners of his mouth slightly.
"When I learned that I was going to receive a medal, I was extremely excited and surprised. I didn't expect that I could actually receive the First Class Medal of Merlin." Tom stood on the stage and said word by word . His voice is clear and can be heard clearly by everyone.
"I asked Professor Dumbledore if this was a bit of an imperial decision. How could I, an ordinary Ravenclaw student, become the recipient of the Order of Merlin? Professor Dumbledore told me that the Order of Merlin has It’s decided, you are the winner of this medal. To this, I can only say that I am very ashamed that I have only made a small and insignificant contribution..."
Faced with such a humble Tom, everyone gave him warm applause.
Tom's speech soon came to an end.
"...Dark wizards are a cancer in the wizarding world. No matter where we see them, we must eliminate them! If we see them in Diagon Alley, we will eliminate them in Diagon Alley. If we see them in Hogsmeade, we will eliminate them." Hogsmeade is wiped out. If you see them in the bathroom, just push them into the toilet and wipe them out... We want to expel every dark wizard from the magical world!"
The sonorous and powerful speech moved the students. They not only applauded, but also stood up and cheered to cheer for Tom. The photographer in the audience also took pictures of Tom's appearance when he spoke. He had already thought of the title and cover of tomorrow's newspaper.
Dumbledore looked at Tom with a subtle expression.
Tom Yoder's remarks were very explosive.
"It should be a good thing..." Dumbledore thought in his mind: at least he wanted to attack the dark wizard. Rather than engaging in some pure blood supremacy theory. If Tom had shouted "Drive out every mudblood", Dumbledore would have had a heart attack.
After Tom finished speaking, Dumbledore took a box from Minister Bones. In the box was a shining golden medal with a green ribbon, symbolizing the Hogwarts Slytherin house where Merlin was located.
Dumbledore hung the medal on Tom's chest, and then ritual music sounded in the auditorium, and a dazzling array of food appeared on the long table. After Tom finished shaking hands with the distinguished guests on the faculty bench, the awarding ceremony was officially over.
"How are you, my great hero? How does it feel to be awarded a medal?" After Tom returned to his seat, Hermione rolled a corn tortilla into a microphone-shaped meat roll, put it to Tom's mouth, and interviewed him Thoughts.
"I almost got stuck by the pin on the medal..." Tom complained and took a bite of the pancake microphone in front of him.
He took the medal off his chest and thrust it into Hermione's hand.
"Here, you can play with it."
Hermione was stunned, she didn't expect Tom to throw such a precious thing to her casually.
"This is-"
"It's just a medal, maybe it's not pure gold." Tom waved his hand, "It's nothing to me. Sooner or later, people will say that among the recipients of the Merlin Order of Merlin is Tom Yoder, and It’s not Tom Yoder who is the recipient of the Order of Merlin.”
Tom said as he forked a sausage and swallowed it whole.
"This guy..." Hermione lowered her head and fiddled with the ribbon on the medal, feeling very sweet in her heart.
After breakfast, Tom stood up neatly and walked out of the auditorium. And a witch wearing a magenta robe with a purple fur collar stopped him.
"Tom, I-"
"I don't have time for an interview." Tom refused very simply. He moved quickly and walked out of the auditorium without looking back.
Rita Skeeter was left sulking alone: she was really here for a serious interview today!
The reason why Tom is anxious to leave is also very simple: he wants to go back to Azkaban. There, he and Dumbledore will give Voldemort a "little" surprise.
After ditching Rita Skeeter, Tom headed straight for the Headmaster's office, with Hermione following behind him.
"This doesn't seem to be the way to the Ravenclaw lounge?" Hermione has been at Hogwarts for four years, and she can still recognize the way back to her dormitory.
"Well, you go back to the lounge first."
Hermione:?
"You're hiding something from me!" She suddenly realized: Tom was going out again, and she didn't take him with her!
Dog man! ! !
"I'm not kidding you, we really have to do something very important."
"We?" Hermione caught the key subject.
Tom smacked his mouth and understood what it means to speak too loudly and make mistakes.
"I'm going to find Professor Dumbledore. He will never let you succeed - if you dare, just knock me out!"
Listening to Hermione's threats made Tom feel happy - almost like a shotgun blast to the chest. Didn't you expect that? This time I'm going on an adventure with Dumbledore! The Dumbledore you called is not in the service area~
Outside the principal's office, when Hermione saw Dumbledore and a tall old man standing next to him, she couldn't help but have a bad premonition in her heart.
"Professor Dumbledore, you...?"
"Miss Granger, I need you to help me keep a secret." Dumbledore was not surprised to see Hermione present. He took out a small bottle from his arms, filled with sticky potion.
Hermione recognized it. The bottle contained Polyjuice Potion.
"Please allow me to introduce you to my brother, Aberforth." Dumbledore said, and Hermione noticed the old man standing next to Dumbledore. Like his brother, he wore glasses, was tall and thin, and had a wiry gray beard. His eyes were exactly like Dumbledore's.
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Two in one 4,000-word chapter
Note: The Order of Merlin is named Order of Merlin in the original book, abbreviated as O.M.
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