17. Cedric, The Weasley Twins

Woo~!

Not long after Wayne sat down, the train's whistle sounded again, and it started on time at eleven o'clock.

After exchanging names, Wayne and Cedric started chatting.

Cedric is a standard Hufflepuff - kind and enthusiastic.

Upon learning that Wayne was a young wizard born into a Muggle family, Cedric shared a lot of common sense that new students at Hogwarts should know.

"Don't be too nervous. The professors at the school are all very good people... well, most of them," Cedric said, thinking of a certain greasy, middle-aged Potions Professor.

Next, Cedric introduced Wayne to several colleges within the school.

Cedric spoke eloquently, "Although Professor McGonagall is usually very strict, as long as you attend class seriously and do not disrupt class discipline, she is also very approachable. She usually vents her anger on the Gryffindor students."

"Professor Flitwick's character is more interesting. It is said that he has goblin blood. Oh, and don't discuss his height."

"As for Professor Sprout, she is a very gentle lady. The only thing you should avoid is her greenhouse. She doesn't even care if the House points are deducted."

"Let's skip teaching Snape altogether. Just stay away from him."

"Wayne, do you have a favorite house?"

"Hufflepuff. I've read 'Hogwarts: A History,' and Muggle-born wizards are usually sorted into that house." Wayne didn't hide his preference and revealed his destination.

After considering Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff, Wayne ultimately chose Hufflepuff. Although human wisdom is the greatest wealth, there was one particular advantage: Hufflepuff's lounge is right next to the kitchen.

As long as you have a strong desire to study, knowledge will never abandon you in any house, but the same cannot be said for the kitchen.

Gryffindor and Ravenclaw are both located in the towers at the top of the castle. If Wayne ever gets hungry, he would have to make the long trek to the basement for food, which is very inconvenient.

Upon hearing Wayne's choice, Cedric became noticeably happier.

"What a wise choice! I guarantee that your school life will be extremely happy because Hufflepuff is the best house!"

"We can't pretend we didn't hear that!" came a joking voice from the door. The box door was opened, and two identical-looking wizards walked in one after the other.

They both had fiery red hair, and even their expressions were indistinguishable.

"Fred, George," Cedric greeted awkwardly. "Long time no see."

While Cedric didn't say anything negative about the other houses, he felt a bit embarrassed to be overheard praising his own house.

"Ah!" exclaimed one of the twins, exaggeratedly spreading his arms.

"Let's see who we have here!" Another person immediately responded, "Idiot! You don't even know him!"

"This is Mr. Diggory, the top student in the entire grade for two consecutive years. He's a model student in the eyes of all teachers and parents," another person said.

It was like a cross-talk between the two of them. Wayne watched with great interest. Cedric, the person involved, had his ears red and wanted to find a place to hide.

He quickly grabbed the two people who wanted to say something more and whispered through gritted teeth, "What on earth are you two doing? Save some face for me in front of my juniors!"

Yes, Cedric had also determined that Wayne would most likely join Hufflepuff, and of course, he had to protect his image.

"Tch," Fred curled his lips. "Now you know how to save face because your father is showing off your achievements in front of our mother."

"Do you know how difficult it was for George and me this summer?"

Cedric sighed and let go of Fred's sleeves. He was in the wrong.

Who asked his father to show off his son's achievements when he met others? Now the entire Ministry of Magic knew that the Diggory family had a talented little wizard.

"Tell me, how can you let me go?" Cedric asked resignedly.

The twins looked at each other and high-fived excitedly.

The plan worked.

"Take out all your summer homework and give it to us before class tomorrow."

"We've been looking for you for half a month, but you haven't been home. Mom said you went to the United States to become a vampire. Is that true?"

"Of course it's fake," Cedric said angrily, took his schoolbag from the luggage rack, and handed the homework to the two of them.

After putting their things away, the twins had no intention of leaving.

The Diggory family and the Weasley family both lived in the same village, separated by a mountain, but they could also be called neighbors.

Therefore, even if they were not in the same college, they were quite familiar with each other.

Only then did they have time to look at Wayne.

"Hello, I am Fred Weasley, and he is George Weasley," Fred introduced himself and then gave a thumbs up.

"You are so good-looking, much better than our younger brother, who is also this year's Freshman."

George added, "The one with red hair and freckles is our brother Ronald. I hope you can be sorted into Gryffindor, that is the best house."

Wayne was noncommittal. "Everyone will praise their college so much, but I don't think there is a big gap."

With the presence of the twins, the box instantly became lively.

These two people have a unique charm. No matter how loud they are, they will not make people feel irritated.

Except for those prank targets.

But they wouldn't play pranks on Wayne for no reason. Firstly, one reason for their behavior is that they have just met and are not yet familiar with each other. Secondly, Wayne has not started school yet, so there is no sense of accomplishment in bullying him.

As the train sped up, the snack seller approached with a trolley.

Wayne purchased Bibi's multi-flavor beans, Super Bubble Hall, a Chocolate Frog, and a few pumpkin pies.

In total, it only cost ten Sickles and six Knuts.

The train departed at eleven o'clock, and by the time it arrived at Hogwarts, it was already evening. Wayne had snacks and lunch.

The salesperson placed the items on the table, and Wayne invited a few people to join him for a meal without hesitation.

Cedric and Twins couldn't resist joining in.

This quickly brought Wayne closer to the three of them.

The twins shared an unspoken understanding and were ready to increase their level of interaction with Wayne.

Cedric noticed something odd and wanted to intervene with the two guys.

However, when he heard George's question, his expression turned peculiar.

"Wayne, do you know what? You're not a genuine Hogwarts student right now."

"Only after successfully passing the rigorous exam can you be considered an official student."