Hogwarts Outsider

Chapter 95: “The Name is Matthew Wickfield”

Its impossible Morgana appeared to panic slightly as she murmured to herself.

Impossible? Matthew responded with a hint of sarcasm. Did you think I hadnt noticed the peculiarities of Harry Evans as early as Halloween? And yet, I did nothing about it in the following months?iced the peculiarities of Harry Evans as early as Halloween? And yet, I did nothing about it in the following months?

Even if Im not foolish enough to expose your true identity publicly, I could easily disclose what Ive discovered to a teacher

Its actually quite simple Matthew paused momentarily before continuing. When I uncovered your true identity, I also uncovered the truth about Hogwarts being nothing more than a trap set specifically for you

Why was Professor Rosier so secretive, suppressing any news related to the attacks? Its because she knew that your goal was to frame Professor Trocar.

Placing Hogwarts under even greater pressure So, the most appropriate response was to treat these incidents with cold detachment!

To the extent that after Halloween, Professor Rosier impersonated Headmaster Grindelwald with a Polyjuice Potion to deter you from further attacking students, hiding in the shadows

Im not afraid of that little Grindelwald! Morgana sneered coldly, though she seemed somewhat unsettled.

But Matthew continued, a smile gracing his face. When concealing the incidents became untenable, why did Professor Trocar willingly confess to the crimes?

They both assumed full responsibility, ensuring Hogwarts wouldnt face even greater scrutiny Simultaneously, it kept you in the dark, letting you grow complacent.

Matthew continued a smile on his face. I believe Professor Rosier and Professor Trocar arent aware of your true identity. After all, theyre just teachers and cant notice what I, as an observant student, can

However, I believe they understand the various plans that Professor Grindelwald has arranged through his seer abilities! Matthew said smugly.

So why are they doing this? Morgana almost roared, her grip on the magical stone tightening.

In order to buy time! Matthew naturally replied. After all, the Dark Witch Morgana is the most formidable dark wizard in British magical history.

Even if Headmaster Grindelwald intends to deal with you, he must proceed cautiously and seize the best opportunity for himself!

And why did Professor Grindelwald relocate the remaining unicorns from Hogwarts after Halloween Its quite simple. The blood of the last two unicorns was merely a taste for you

Without unicorn blood and the elixir, your body grows weaker and your temperament more restless When youre at your most anxious and vulnerable, thats when he will act and personally deal with you!

Seeing Morganas expression changed into somewhat of a sad, lost state. Matthew almost sympathizes with her

Morgana lowered her head, seemingly thinking about what Matthew had revealed.

Yet Matthew didnt afford her a chance to catch her breath and continued his verbal assault:

So, over the past few months, Ive chosen to turn a blind eye to these incidents Its actually quite simple because I knew all these events would be resolved perfectly! The trap set by Headmaster Grindelwald would eventually close!

Its a pity that Neville and Hermione, those two clever youngsters, disrupted my plans Their fearless-bravery led them into your clutches. Matthew expressed a hint of regret.

To maintain stability, Professor Rosier will continue to disregard their disappearances However, after being deprived of unicorn blood and the elixir for three and a half months, your impatience must reach its peak. Youre likely to choose to kill Neville and Hermione, further testing Hogwarts

Matthew spread his hands. Hey, I couldnt bear to watch Neville and Hermione die before my eyes like that. So the only thing I could do was find you in that bathroom and then guide you towards finding the true Sorcerers Stone!

There was no doubt that Morgana, the Dark Witch, now understood the entire chain of events and their consequences.

Her face was extremely peculiar as she glanced at the magic stone still tightly clutched in her hand.

She hadnt noticed it before, consumed by her excitement But now, she finally saw it!

A faint red light followed the brilliant red stone and seeped into her skin

It was subtle and unnoticeable; if not for careful observation, Morgana would have missed it entirely.

Morgana clenched her right hand forcefully, yet the Philosophers Stone seemed stuck, unable to be released.

From the very beginning, this magic stone had been cursed.

Under normal circumstances, Morgana wouldnt have been so foolish and absurd.

But upon seeing the Sorcerers Stone once more, upon witnessing the prospect of renewing her life

She became so ecstatic that she almost forgot to be cautious.

And now, the Curse began to take effect, little by little!

Grindelwald! Morgana roared and raged.

Simultaneously, she cast a hostile gaze toward Matthew as if venting her anger upon him.

She raised her wand, and a green light shot toward Matthew.

A long, black barrier abruptly materialized in front of Matthew.

It stood between Matthew and Morgana, completely shielding him from the death Curse fired from Morganas wand.

Then, a thick, pale blue mist gradually enveloped the Headmistresss office.

The black barrier also dissipated as the mist dispersed, revealing a figure silently standing behind Matthew.

Matthew turned around and beheld a familiar facea handsome elderly man with neatly trimmed silver-white hair, a mustache, and an old but remarkably distinguished countenance.

Headmaster Grindelwald! Matthew spoke respectfully.

Although he had seen Gellert Grindelwald before, this was the first time he had been in such close proximity to the principal of Hogwarts.

Fear not, child, Grindelwalds voice was gentle, emanating a strong sense of security. I am here.

Yes, Matthew nodded fervently.

Professor Grindelwald raised his wand, directing it towards Morgana on the other side.

In a casual tone, he asked, By the way, my boy, what is your name?

The name is Matthew, Matthew replied softly. Matthew Wickfield.