"Hmm, that's right." Howl reluctantly nodded. At least concerning the safety of the students, Snape surpassed most so-called "Professors" in the world.
"So my idea is, I want Hermione to study with you for a longer period of time. To specifically dedicate a period of time to learning Defense Against the Dark Arts.
Rather than various miscellaneous subjects, I don't mean to disparage other subjects, but in our elders' hearts, safety is more important than anything."
"To specifically set aside time for practical combat training, right?" Howl nodded, enlightened. "Of course."
Then he raised his hand, interrupting Chris. "You don't need to say anything else."
Chris's mouth opened and closed for a moment, then he nodded. "Thank you."
"But I must say first, my training might be a bit different from what you imagine, especially the so-called practical combat training. Hermione will have to endure some hardship."
"Safe hardship is ten thousand times better than losing her life in a dangerous situation." Chris said.
As they were speaking, the two children came down from upstairs.
"Let's start directly." Howl stood up. "I haven't truly witnessed this Little Wizard's strength yet."
As soon as the two children came down, Hermione was about to say something when she heard Howl clap his hands.
"Miss Granger, do you have any intention of studying here for a period of time before the holiday ends?"
A formal invitation.
?
Hermione was stunned, not understanding what had happened.
Didn't I not say anything yet? How did Mr. Jones just…
Then she saw her father, standing behind Howl, wink at her and smile.
Soon, she guessed what had happened.
After all that, the thing she had been thinking about for the past two days had already been seen by her father, and he had even taken the initiative to make the request for her.
Hermione nodded seriously. "Yes, thank you, Mr. Jones. I'm sorry to trouble you."
"It's a small matter." Howl nodded. "Did you bring your wand?"
"Of course." She quickly said, "You said it, your wand cannot leave your side. Not being able to cast magic and being unable to cast magic are two different things."
"Very good." Howl walked towards the door. "Let's have a small sparring match first and see your true strength."
As he spoke, he twisted the doorknob, and with a click, the location was set to Greece.
Stepping outside, the Aegean Sea breeze blew from Asia Minor. It wasn't as cold here as London. Hermione took off her bulky coat, held her wand in her hand, feeling a mix of nervousness and anticipation.
"Go." Howl patted Harry. "A proper duel."
"Okay." Harry nodded, drew his wand, then Howl marked out an open space for them. The two stood back to back, walking forward a few paces.
"Looks like a cowboy duel." Chris said.
"After all, that's how duels are." Howl nodded. As he spoke, the two children were already more than ten meters apart, turning around and holding their wands upright.
"Three! Two! One!"
The next instant, Harry and Hermione simultaneously released spells.
"Stupefy!" "Petrificus Totalus!"
Hermione dodged sideways, then quickly stood firm, raising her wand, but unsure what spell to release.
"Don't hold back." Howl's voice echoed in the children's ears.
"Diffindo—"
At the same time, a wall of flame rapidly surged towards Hermione…
"Is this… Wizard combat?" Chris's body was somewhat stiff. He had never seen real combat magic.
Amidst their dodging and weaving, several more spells intertwined.
Clap, clap—
Howl clapped his hands, interrupting the two children.
They quickly stopped, then looked at Howl, a little confused.
"This is far enough." As he spoke, he glanced at Harry.
This brat, he absolutely couldn't bring himself to go all out.
A subconscious mix of fear of hurting his friend too much, and knowing the opponent's weaker combat ability, was interfering with his output efficiency and combat logic.
"I'll duel you. I'll suppress myself to reach a similar level to yours." Howl said calmly.
"Okay." Hermione nodded.
"When you're ready, you can attack me."
As he spoke, he walked to the other side.
Hermione had just taken a deep breath to adjust her state when she suddenly saw Harry waving at her, making silent gestures with his mouth, and nodding repeatedly.
?
Seeing Hermione's confused expression, Harry became even more agitated, waving his hands continuously, seemingly saying something with his mouth.
But there was no sound at all.
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