Two Questions From Dumbledore, Tie?

"So you two met in Diagon Alley?"

Seeing Lucas nod, Dumbledore sighed.

"Fate is always so ingenious, it seems that you and Harry are destined."

"I think so too, sir."

The two took a sip of black tea at the same time.

It was still Dumbledore who spoke first: "And after that, what did you talk about?"

"Before I answer your question, let me ask you a question, Headmaster."

Watching that Dumbledore was paying attention, Lucas asked: "Which do you think is the best of the four houses?"

"Lucas, I can give you a clear answer. The four houses are not good or bad, and there is no priority."

"Back then, the Big Four jointly founded this magic school to protect young wizards."

"The sorting into houses is for more targeted teaching, so that young wizards can use their strengths."

Dumbledore said his answer without hesitation and Lucas applauded lightly after listening.

"It seems that I was right. My answer to Harry was the same as yours."

He repeated to Dumbledore what he had said about the video game on the train.

Waiting until Lucas finished talking, Dumbledore gave him an appreciative look.

"What a clever metaphor. It seems that there are many interesting things in the Muggle world."

"I think I need to get into what you're talking about with video games, but I just don't know if it's too late."

Lucas smiled and replied: "Of course there is time, if you need, I can teach you how to play."

As the topic progressed, the atmosphere between the two also became more relaxed.

They discussed video games for a few minutes and then Dumbledore asked Lucas a second question.

"As far as I know, Hogwarts is not the only magic school that sent you an admission letter. Can you tell me why you chose this place?"

A weak and strange force followed the words and approached Lucas.

The moment he noticed it, Lucas' eyes became hollow.

"Hogwarts is the greatest wizarding school in history, of course I yearn for it."

Dumbledore frowned slightly, seemingly dissatisfied with the answer.

"Lucas, I thought we were friends already, I want to hear the truth."

"Well, I think you have some understanding of my situation. Over the past few decades, most of my father's subordinates have grown old."

"But they are still loyal to my father for so many years, and even raised me from a young age."

"So in recent years, I have also used part of my father's property to start a business. It's not bad, at least I can support my Uncles and Aunts."

"But the Ministry of Magic in Germany and France don't seem to trust us, and this time they forced all our shops to close."

"I can only come to England to make it possible for the elderly uncles and aunts to have a relaxed old age."

Lucas looked Dumbledore in the eyes after he finished speaking.

Dumbledore was silent for a long time before he said: "So, it seems that your life has not been easy. I didn't expect you to bear so much at such a young age."

"If there is a chance in the future, I will have a good talk with your father about this issue."

Looking at Dumbledore who was defending himself, Lucas didn't believe the old man's words in his heart.

Dumbledore might go to see his father.

For so many years, he has always sent letters to Nurmengard.

As for whether they met secretly, that's beyond Lucas' knowledge.

Seeming to be aware that he would not be able to learn more from Lucas, Dumbledore was about to see off the guest.

"It's getting late. I remember you have Potions class in the afternoon. Severus has a bad temper. Don't be late."

"Thank you for your concern, Professor, may I visit your office some other day?"

Dumbledore froze for a moment not expecting that question.

"certainly."

The first floor of the office is almost the same.

The second floor is where Dumbledore rests.

Wait until Lucas has visited the principal's office.

Sure enough, the sound of the system rang in his ears.

[Congratulations to the host for completing the exploration achievement: Dumbledore Headmaster's Office; reward: 50 achievement points.]

[Congratulations to the host for triggering a series of achievements: Exploring Hogwarts; after completing this achievement, you can get a reward: one diamond lottery chance, 500 achievement points.]

Really.

The Headmaster's Office can trigger a set of achievements.

Lucas was secretly delighted, and after saying goodbye to Dumbledore, he walked towards the Potions classroom.

(Headmaster's office.)

Dumbledore sat in a chair in a daze.

On the wall beside him, the portraits of past headmasters are all watching him.

"Albus, what are you thinking?"

"What do you think of that kid?"

The portraits looked at each other, and the portrait of Phineas Nigellus Black spoke first.

"Brilliant, shrewd, and an Excellent Slytherin."

The other portraits followed suit.

"cunning!"

"A mouth full of lies!"

"His strength is not bad."

"He needs to be treated with caution."

Dumbledore nodded, looking out the window.

'Quite proficient in Occlumency, but his Legilimency is not so good. Worthy of your successor, Gellert.'

"Headmasters, please notify the school portraits and let them pay attention to that child. If there is anything strange, please notify me immediately."

Several headmasters in the portraits responded and disappeared into their portraits in a blink of an eye.

...

Outside the potions classroom Hermione paced back and forth.

When she noticed Lucas coming her way she greeted him immediately.

"Hermione? Were you waiting for me?"

"Can't I find you? Here!"

Looking at the apple in his hand, Lucas looked at her with a puzzled expression.

"Don't get me wrong, I just saw that you didn't have much to eat at noon, and I just care about it as a friend."

Seeing Hermione's uncomfortable look Lucas immediately took a bite of the apple.

"This apple tastes really good."

Hermione's mouth curled into a smile upon hearing these words.

"Mr. Grindelwald, Miss Granger, do I need to remind you that it's time for class?"

A low smooth voice was heard from the side which made them turn around and notice Professor Snape's gloomy face looking at them impatiently.