Later that day, another assembly was held with the entire school in attendance. Professors and other faculty staff stood somberly around the great hall while the students waited attentively for the news about what had happened.
Many were nervous, showing signs of anxiety due to the recent events. Some students even believed that the earthquake that had rattled the castle was linked to the tragedy in Newhold.
The hall was filled with whispers, each student seeming to have their own theory on what happened. But it quickly died down when a familiar figure ascended the stairs and appeared on the raised platform.
"My little seedlings," he began, "I know many of you are anxious, but let me first begin this assembly by stating that there is no longer a threat to castle."
Bartholomew smiled reassuringly, his tone confident.
