The Hogwarts Emerald

Chapter 327 The Smartest Witch

Although Ada and Hermione are both nicknamed "Miss Know-It-All" and they have many things in common, they are actually completely different types of people.

As for the elective courses, Hermione chose all the courses, while Ada was more planned and knew how to choose. Both of them were equally eager for knowledge, but Hermione chose to accept all of them, while Ada prioritized the ones she thought were more important.

It is hard to say which of the two options is better or worse, but Ada's method obviously does not bring too much pressure to herself. It is said that there is progress when there is pressure, which is true, but there is a critical value for pressure.

If a spring is compressed for too long, it may not be able to bounce back, let alone a person. Psychological factors and external factors may affect this critical value, weakening a person's ability to withstand pressure.

This is the situation Hermione Granger is in now. Excessive psychological pressure, coupled with the external influence brought by Harry and Ron, has led to Hermione's emotional breakdown.

The girl's lack of confidence was particularly serious when she was in grade one. Whether it was the magic she displayed on the train, her arrogant tone, or her desire to perform in class, it was all a manifestation of her lack of confidence.

Use this almost conceited way to cover up your lack of self-confidence and your slight inferiority complex.

In this regard, Ada is different from Hermione. She is quite confident.

Ada has the confidence and courage to face anyone and anything, dares to express her ideas and make up for her mistakes. Ada doesn't care what others think of her, because she knows what she needs and what she should strive for.

For example, in the case of Hermione this time, Ada would not choose to cry secretly by herself and keep all the grievances deep in her heart, but would go and explain everything to Harry and Ron.

If the stalemate continues like this, the only person who will be wronged will be Hermione, while Harry and Ron still think that they are the most wronged and that Hermione is the only one who is wrong.

If no one wakes up these two idiots, the friendship between the three young people may really come to an end.

Often a small misunderstanding is enough to destroy a relationship. Some people even regretted calling someone a "mudblood" for decades.

Ada gently rubbed Hermione's thick brown hair and comforted her: "Why are you so unconfident? Are you any worse than others?"

Many people would praise Hermione Granger, saying that she was the smartest witch of her age. The last person to be praised like this was Lily Evans, but later this beautiful and pure lily was picked by James Potter.

The book "Harry Potter" is also known as "Hermione and Her Two Useless Men" and "About the Things the Whole World Likes My Mom".

As for Ada, she is a cheater and she is not worthy of participating in the selection.

"You are the top student in your grade, and your grades are better than anyone else's. You know more magic and spells than many senior students, and you know a lot of things that others don't know." Ada continued, "If you don't feel confident, then what about others?"

Hermione felt her face warm up when she was praised by her goal. A kind word can warm the heart during the coldest winter. Ada's comfort warmed the fragile Hermione.

"I don't know, I just feel a little scared..." Hermione said in a low voice, her face was so red that she looked like a red apple.

"Believe me, you've done well enough." Ada said mysteriously, "By the way, do you want to know the secret of my success?"

It was such a rare opportunity for a martial arts master to teach her secrets that Hermione's eyes widened a little more than usual. She asked, "Really? Is there any better way?"

"Confidence is the secret to success." Ida looked into the girl's eyes and said, "Hold your head high and don't care what others say or how they look at you. Just be yourself."

"Is this really possible?" Hermione was a little unsure. It was not that she doubted Ada's words, but this method was too simple.

Holding Hermione's shoulders, Ada said with certainty: "Of course, it's that simple. You are not the second Miss Know-It-All, nor are you anyone else. You are you, the best Hermione Granger in the world!" "The best Hermione Granger in the world..." Hermione repeated in a low voice. This compliment made Hermione a little dizzy.

It was late at night, and there were only the two girls in the empty corridor. The coldness of the January night gradually enveloped them. Ada stood up, tidied herself, then reached out to Hermione and pulled her up from the ground.

"The weather is so cold. I really want to drink a cup of hot cocoa. How about you?" Ada made a sincere invitation.

"It's my honor!" Hermione Granger finally smiled.

She decided to pick a time to have a good talk with the two useless men, otherwise it was unknown when these two ordinary men would realize their mistakes.

The two walked side by side towards the Gryffindor Tower, talking and laughing all the way, telling each other embarrassing stories of the twins or Harry and Ron.

Ada and Hermione walked quickly and reached the tower in a short while, but Hermione suddenly stopped and her facial expression became serious.

"What's wrong? Did you see something?"

Seeing Hermione stop, Ada stopped as well. She thought Hermione had discovered something, so she looked around as soon as she stopped, but she didn't see anything unusual.

"Ada, there is a very serious problem that has troubled me for a long time." Hermione said solemnly. She spoke in a low voice and did not use the Gryffindor-style loud conspiracy.

Curiosity instantly took over, and Ada asked, "What's the problem?"

"It's about Professor Lupin," said Hermione. "I discovered something secret, but I can't be sure of my guess. It's amazing!"

Ada put her index finger to her lips and made a gesture of silence. She listened for a while and made sure that there was no one else around before she said, "What's wrong with Professor Lupin? He is a great professor, especially for Defense Against the Dark Arts."

"I suspect Professor Lupin is a werewolf!" Hermione leaned close to Ada's ear and whispered her speculation.

This inference was so shocking that it was unbelievable. Not to mention Hermione doubted herself, Ada also felt like she was kicked in the head by a donkey when she first deduced it.

Hermione looked around and added, "It started with Snape. When he was substituting for the class, he skipped the teaching schedule and made us study werewolves directly. Later, I found out that Professor Lupin always took a leave of absence during a full moon!"

Professor Lupin, come and kill this prophet! The headmaster, come and kill this prophet! Your hairy little problem will be exposed soon!

After expressing her doubts, Hermione kept observing Ada's expression, trying to get the answer from her face. But who is Ada? If Hermione could tell anything from her expression, she would have no need to mix with others.

Now, what Ada is most concerned about is the spread of this suspicion. If Hermione knows about it, do Harry and Ron know about it? If Harry and Ron know about it, with their loud conspiracy, won't this matter become an open secret?
"I haven't told anyone about this. They will think I'm crazy! You're the only person I can ask, Ada." Hermione continued, her tone becoming a little anxious, her insecurity revealed.

Hermione is a person with some low self-esteem, but she absolutely believes in Ada. She thinks that if there is really something wrong with Professor Lupin, Ada must be the first student to discover the problem.

In fact, Ada was indeed the first person to discover it, but she was a little hesitant now, not knowing whether she should confirm Hermione's suspicion.

"Hermione, you know, you are indeed the smartest witch of your age."

(End of this chapter)