Chapter 26: Dumbledore's Unspoken Wisdom
Regarding Dumbledore's response to these three requirements, most did not exceed Elena's expectations.
This is the benefit of knowing the characters well. Unless Dumbledore is an impostor who drank the composed potion, according to Elena's understanding of Dumbledore, most of the needs he raised actually align with the philosophy that Dumbledore has always sought.
Indeed, Dumbledore is perhaps the most enlightened headmaster in Hogwarts history. If Professor McGonagall were in his place, the atmosphere would definitely not be as relaxed and joyful as it is now.
"Next, Miss Caslana."
As Elena began to imagine her magical future career, Dumbledore said with a smile.
"I also have a small request here, I need to have a little talk with you."
"Eh?"
The silver-haired half-blood Xiaomeiwa blinked and suddenly had a negative premonition in her heart, like the atmosphere when Benitez caught her after every problem in her childhood.
"That is... may I add one more request, that is, [Professor Dumbledore, could you not make a request of me]?"
Elena weakly raised her hand, rolled her eyes, and took Dumbledore's hand, gracefully swinging it from side to side.
Although she did not know what Dumbledore would say, it was right to object in advance.
"It seems that the owls delivered by Hogwarts have been missing a lot this year. Have you heard about it, Miss Caslana?"
After Dumbledore admired Elena's flirtation, he curved his lips and looked down at the petite silver-haired loli with her slightly twisted nose, asking gently.
"Haha, how could I know? Maybe, they are dehydrated or lost... Well, Professor Dumbledore, what are you asking?"
Elena's sweet smile suddenly stiffened, and she made some awkward forced smiles. Under Dumbledore's silent pressure, she sat on the leather sofa in front of the piano.
"Don't look so serious, it's actually very simple." Seeing the childish Elena, Dumbledore shook his head slightly and said straightforwardly.
"I hope you can guarantee that you will never cast an Unforgivable Curse on anyone, that you will never let greed, hatred, and ambition blind your pure soul, and that you will never abandon Hogwarts and the magical world."
"...Eh?"
The silver-haired loli looked around instinctively. So solemnly, he was really telling her, a cute and harmless little girl, but it sounded like what he would say to the elder demon.
"But, Professor Dumbledore, you have more than one point." Elena smiled mischievously, trying to change the subject.
"Assure me."
Dumbledore repeated without moving, a pair of bright and penetrating blue eyes firmly fixed on Elena's face.
She had to admit that as the greatest white wizard of the time, when Dumbledore spoke seriously, he certainly commanded respect. At least there was no problem in intimidating a strong loli a bit.
"Well, um, alright. I promise."
After looking at the old man for a few seconds, Elena looked away uncomfortably, arrogantly tapping her foot against the chair leg, nodding and accepting, even if Dumbledore did not mention that she was not interested in dealing with the third Dark Lord.
Upon hearing Elena's response, Dumbledore nodded in satisfaction, adjusted the half-moon glasses on the bridge of his nose, and was about to say something.
Boom!
The door of the abandoned classroom burst open. A giant over three meters tall leaned in and squeezed in from outside. His face was almost completely covered by long tousled hair and a thick tangled beard. But you could still see his large black eyes shining under his mane of hair.
"Professor Dumbledore, I found you. Harry's birthday is tomorrow, we need to pick him up..."
He said anxiously, his voice booming like thunder. Mid-sentence, he looked at Elena peering over Dumbledore's shoulder and couldn't help but halt his words.
"I am sorry, Professor, I didn't know you had visitors. I'll wait outside."
He said, the giant scratched his embarrassed face, gave a clumsy bow, and prepared to leave.
"It's fine, Hagrid, I just had a rather good conversation with Miss Caslana."
Dumbledore shook his head, signaling Hagrid not to leave, turning to look at Elena, and said with a hint of apology.
"I'm sorry, I have something to discuss with this Mr. Hagrid first. If you don't mind, Elena, you can go to my office and wait for a while, just follow the stairs next to the giant stone statue. You can enjoy snacks, cookies, and drinks in the room at your leisure."
"Can all the food in the room be eaten?" Elena's eyes lit up.
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