Chapter - 27 Snape Exploded (literally)

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Word of Snape's teaching accident swiftly circulated throughout Hogwarts like a winged Snitch in a Quidditch match.

By midday, it seemed nearly every student had caught wind of the event. Conversations similar to the following could be heard as students walked the castle corridors:

"Did you hear about what happened?"

"What happened?"

"Well, when Professor Snape was teaching, a potion brewed by Ravenclaw students exploded."

As the news traveled further, it underwent embellishment with each retelling.

"Did you hear?"

"What's going on?"

"The potion in Professor Snape's class exploded!"

The tale continued to morph with each retelling:

"Did you hear the latest news?"

"Yeah, Snape apparently exploded in class!"

In the whirlwind of exaggerated gossip, whispers also linked William, one of the students present during the mishap, to the incident.

Wild speculation painted him as the culprit behind Snape's supposed "explosion."

But I didn't expect that he will actually blew up Snape... I heard he is a werewolf and professor Snape found out so he blew him up to safeguard his secret.

As William made his way toward the Ravenclaw table, George and Fred intercepted him.

With glasses of pumpkin juice in hand, they raised a toast, cheering loudly,

"Let's welcome Hogwarts' hero - William Stark! He apparently vanquished Professor Snape, the first of the three demons at Hogwarts!"

The exaggerated tales circulating throughout the school painted William as a hero who supposedly caused Snape's downfall.

Understood! Here's a revised take:

The uproarious cheers from the Weasley twins drew the attention of countless young wizards,

who mistakenly believed that they had eradicated a supposed Death Eater's hideout.

Over at the Gryffindor table, joyous smiles graced everyone's faces.

Oliver Wood, in particular, was visibly emotional, shedding tears of excitement.

It was evident to see how deeply affected Wood had been by the harsh treatment and insults he had endured from Professor Snape throughout the years.

William took several sips of pumpkin juice, seeking a moment of calm amidst the chaos.

"The rumors you're spreading?" he asked, his voice tinged with concern and disbelief.

George offered a comforting pat on William's shoulder, smiling gently. "Hey, mate, don't let those rumors get to you. Just focus on staying happy."

Fred chimed in, adding cheerfully, "Exactly! It means we might get a break from the old bat's class at least on Wednesday."

George handed William a glass of summerberry pinata at the Gryffindor table, offering it as a gesture of comfort.

"I've said it before, mate, maybe you shouldn't have saved Snape. You don't know how nasty he can be," George remarked with concern.

William smiled warmly. He believed that any wizard in a similar situation would have chosen to use a potion to help treat Snape's condition, including the twins.

William didn't pursue the topic further but instead inquired, "Did Cedric mention my idea about creating a map to you?"

Taking a bite of chocolate pudding, George continued, "William, let me be honest with you."

"The main challenge lies in the need for an in-depth familiarity with Hogwarts, and that's something you lack,"

George explained, emphasizing the crucial aspect necessary for creating the map.

"So, I came looking for you two," William said, a small smile forming at the corner of his mouth.

"I dare say, even Professor Dumbledore might not be as acquainted with Hogwarts as you both are."

Fred burst into laughter, almost choking on his food.

George smiled and replied, "Well, William, if we stick around for a few more years, we might just agree with you. But for now, not quite."

"We're continuously learning as well," Fred responded with a blink, indicating their own ongoing exploration.

Glancing around cautiously, Fred whispered, "Let's go, we'll show you something amazing!"

"...," William felt an odd sense of secrecy emanating from Fred, something unusually mysterious.

The three of them huddled together, heads bowed in secrecy.

Fred carefully retrieved a sizable object from within his black robe, unveiling their hidden treasure.

As Fred carefully placed the large, square, ancient-looking parchment on the bench, William couldn't help but wonder why this peculiar item was hidden in a location that could easily lead to misunderstandings.

He observed it closely, thinking it seemed no different from an ordinary parchment. Was it truly worth all the secrecy and panic?

Fred cast vigilant glances around, ensuring their privacy before speaking in a low voice, "This might not look like much, but trust me, it holds something extraordinary."

He then tapped the empty-looking parchment with his wand, muttering an incantation under his breath.

Suddenly, intricate lines and dots began to emerge, forming a complex network that seemed to outline various passageways and chambers within Hogwarts.

Fred grinned mischievously. "This, my friend, is the Marauder's Map. It shows every corner and secret of Hogwarts."

George observed William's intrigued expression with satisfaction as he gently patted the parchment before elaborating, "Back in our first year, we were just young, carefree, and innocent..."

William squinted slightly, eyeing the twins with a hint of skepticism. He found it hard to believe that Fred and George were ever truly naive.

"I might be more Innocent than both of you," William interjected.

Which Fred replied with

"In our first year, we didn't provoke the Slytherin on the train or mock Snape as a 'greasy old bat' during the sorting dinner did we now."

William swiftly interjected, causing George to cough before continuing.

"We might have had a bit of a clash with Filch," George admitted with a sigh.

"We happened to leave a rather sizable dung bomb in the hallway, and it seemed to agitate him quite a bit..."

"He promptly dragged us into his office and resorted to his usual form of punishment,"

George explained, recalling the incident. "The classic 'detention in the restricted area.''

"We couldn't resist noticing one of Filch's filing cabinet drawers labeled 'Confiscated Supplies - High Risk'," George explained.

William chuckled softly, intrigued by the unfolding tale.

"So, what did you do?" Fred grinned mischievously. "George tossed another dung bomb to divert his attention. I swiftly opened the drawer and snagged this."

"It's not as dire as it seems," George chuckled. "Honestly, we don't believe Filch ever quite understood how to use the parchment.

Although he might have guessed what it was, otherwise he would never have managed to confiscate it."

"Do you know how to use it?" William eagerly inquired, his curiosity piqued.

"I've got the hang of some of it, but there's still more to unlock," George replied with a smile. "But this here is a—"

"—Map of Hogwarts!"

Upon realizing it wasn't a book, William's excitement waned, a tinge of disappointment crossing his face.

He had momentarily forgotten the original reason for seeking out his twin brothers.

"What on earth are you all doing?!" a sharp voice suddenly interrupted their conversation.

At that moment, Professor McGonagall appeared behind the trio.

Her stern expression hinted at the seriousness of her query as she intensified her tone, demanding, "What is the meaning of this?"

Feeling caught, William quickly sat down on the parchment map, trying to conceal it, and responded,

"We were actually discussing what gift to give Professor Snape. You know, he's had a few teaching mishap..."

Professor McGonagall's stern demeanor softened slightly as she regarded William.

"Mr. Stark, I am aware of this morning's incident. You acted commendably, and Professor Flitwick will indeed be proud of your actions."

"However, if you inform me about the nature of the prank you are attempting..."

Professor McGonagall paused, her gaze landing on the parchment hidden under William.

Her eyes lingered on the concealed map before shifting to the Weasley twins. "The two of you will be staying tonight," she declared firmly.

Fred cautiously inquired, "What would you like us to do, Professor?"

Having already endured a lengthy 2,000-word essay the previous night, the twins were bracing themselves for another task or punishment as their predicament with Professor McGonagall continued.

"You will serve detention with Mr. Filch," declared Professor McGonagall.

"You'll be assisting him in tidying up the trophy room. No magic allowed, Mr. Weasleys—this will be done by hand."

The twins shuddered at the prospect of working alongside Filch.

William took a deep breath, realizing the severity of their situation.

The Weasley brothers did their best during detention under Filch's watchful eye.

It was a lesson that left a lasting impression on William, granting him a deeper understanding of Hogwarts' rules and consequences.

'Breaking school rules are okay, if you are not caught, or else detention it is.'

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Give me your stones or else it's detention for you with Flich and Mrs Norris. ( Ohh it will be furry).😂