The next day, Ethan was called to the Headmaster’s Office after his classes ended.
There, he found Professor Rinehart and Professor Barret, waiting for him with solemn expressions on their faces. Ethan couldn't help but wonder if something terrible had happened.
“Did something happen?” Ethan asked after sensing the tension inside the Headmaster’s Office.
Whenever he saw Professor Rinehart, and Professor Barret with serious looks on their faces, he couldn't help but feel uncomfortable.
“Nothing happened yet,” Professor Barret replied. “But something will happen in a few minutes.”
The young man’s face turned serious as he looked at the Ex-Magistratus, who was holding his wand with his right hand.
“Ethan, originally, I planned to do this when you're in Third Year, but I can’t afford to wait any longer,” Professor Barret stated. “So I’ll cut to the chase. Will you become my disciple?”