Hogwarts: Starting with full Unforgivable Curses

Chapter 225 Dylan, you're so experienced! How many relationships have you been in?
I don't know if you're that kind of person, but as long as you listen to advice, that's fine.

Dylan chuckled.

"Besides that, I'll give you thirty million."

Cedric was taken aback: "Thirty million? Galleons? Isn't that too expensive..."

Dylan's mouth twitched.

—This guy really dares to think.

Judging from his statement, it seems he really dares to ask for it.

He completely ignored Silver Sike and Bronze Nate, and went straight for Galleons, wanting both.
Dylan's face hardened.

"The 30 million I'm giving you is this: May your first meeting be vibrant, your interactions be tolerant, and your lives be prosperous."

Cedric: "('-'*)..."

"Very...beautiful blessings, thank you."

He twitched the corners of his mouth, gave a dry laugh, and muttered something under his breath.

"So it was thirty million... I thought..."

Dylan's eyes widened: "What did you think it was? That I was going to give you a whole thirty million Galleons? Are you out of your mind?"

Cedric touched his nose sheepishly: "I was actually quite surprised myself. Why would you suddenly want to give me Galonnaise? But I don't think you needed to joke with me like that..."

He coughed twice, then continued, "Besides, I am indeed a little short of money."

Upon hearing this, Dylan raised an eyebrow.

"You're short of money? How is that possible? I've heard from others that your family works at the Ministry of Magic."

Cedric sighed softly: "So what? It's not like I work for the Ministry of Magic, and the Ministry of Magic's salary isn't high. My allowance is just a little bit."

"It's barely enough."

Dylan's eyelashes fluttered slightly.

"That's it, okay."

Cedric shook his head: "Let's put this aside, Dylan. I know you have an extremely high talent and skill in divination. As for me and Cho..."

As soon as he opened his mouth.

Dylan knew exactly what this guy wanted to say.

He shook his head directly: "I'm sorry, I can't fulfill your request."

Cedric paused slightly, blinked, and his long eyelashes swept across, casting shadows below his eyelids.

"I haven't even said anything yet—"

"You've already said it, I have an extremely high talent for divination."

"Uh, okay..."

Cedric sighed softly: "I was being presumptuous. I think even if someone has a high talent for divination, they will have to pay a price if they want to know the future."

"I would like to ask you to do a divination for my relationship with Qiu, what the future holds, and whether we can stay together until we grow old. It was indeed my fault, and I hope you can forgive me."

Dylan shrugged.

"In fact, it's a good thing that you have this idea; at least you're thinking about your future with a girl."

Cedric's cheeks flushed slightly.

He fixed his gaze on Dylan.

His eyes shifted slightly.

He suddenly burst out laughing.

"Many people in Hufflepuff are talking about you and that girl from Ravenclaw, about you two..."

Dylan narrowed his eyes, his gaze falling on Cedric.

The two looked at each other.

The latter immediately shut his mouth.

"Hahaha, I think you two have a pretty good relationship as friends."

Dylan squinted and nodded: "That makes a lot of sense."

—His feelings for Luna.

Dylan wasn't sure if there were any other special feelings involved.

He just felt that being with Luna was much more interesting than being with Harry and the others.

Of course, this may also be because Luna herself has a lot of unique understanding and insights into spirituality.

Through these means, Luna can also provide Dylan with information that he cannot detect.

—Even Luna is able to talk to Dylan.

Luna was able to chime in on many of the things Dylan talked about, and even understand them to some extent, which surprised Dylan.

And they are the same age.

Dylan naturally wanted to spend more time with Luna.

Even Hermione.

Although she has read many books.

In reality, it's also difficult for Dylan to be on the same wavelength as her in some matters and aspects.

sometimes.

The two people were talking about the same thing.

But what they were saying was completely unrelated.

Ultimately, Hermione was just too rational.

Although she knows a lot, it's only because she reads a lot of books.

If something happens that is beyond Hermione's comprehension.

That clearly means she didn't read that part.

Or rather, even if the book explains the situation regarding this matter.

Not all books are instruction manuals.

How can we transform knowledge into power?

This is enough to leave Hermione completely bewildered.

There is a saying that goes well.

The end of the paper is so shallow that I know that this matter must be carried out.

The knowledge gained from books is too superficial; to truly understand things, one must put them into practice.

This is a conclusion Dylan reached after reading so many books and conducting so many experiments himself.

Only by fully applying the knowledge from the book to oneself can one truly understand and apply it.

Only then can one truly possess this knowledge.

Transform it into a part of your life.

He smacked his lips.

Dylan looked at Cedric again.

"I understand your desire to have my fortune told, but besides the 30 million, you still need to be clear about something else."

Cedric looked back at Dylan, his expression becoming more serious: "Please speak?"

He did not act arrogantly at all, even though Dylan was a few years younger than him and he was a few years older than Dylan.

Instead, his eyes were humble, and his gaze towards Dylan carried a hint of polite inquiry.

That was his curiosity—wanting to know what hints Dylan would give him next.

Even if two people are deeply in love, there will inevitably be times when they need to work things out together. How to handle and nurture this relationship ultimately depends on the mutual care and effort of both of you.

"After all, divination can't predict the mundane details of life, nor can it provide tolerance and understanding during the adjustment period. It's just a prediction, a possibility."

"Therefore, what truly sustains a relationship is always your mutual understanding and proactive efforts in the details. I think this passage should be enough to answer your question about your relationship with her, instead of the divination you're looking for."

After listening to Dylan's account.

Cedric gently clenched his fingers.

He lowered his eyes.

Eyelashes cast subtle shadows under the eyes.

Silence for a few seconds.

Cedric's Adam's apple bobbed gently with each breath.

Let out a soft breath.

Suddenly a gust of wind blew.

She lifted the ends of his light golden hair.

Cedric's eyebrows furrowed slightly and then relaxed, and his lips twitched almost imperceptibly.

His fingertips gradually stopped moving, and he looked up at Dylan.

"I understand. Thanks for the tip. This is definitely more useful than divination." Dylan raised an eyebrow and smiled, seeing how quickly he had figured it out.

"Divination is just divination. What good would it do if I made a prophecy for you, even if I told you that you would spend the rest of your life with her?"

"If, because of my divination, you feel the other person's shortcomings when you are with them, or their thoughts are not compatible with yours enough, and these things make you feel uncomfortable, you suppress them."

"You two did spend the rest of your lives together, but were you truly happy in your life?"

Cedric nodded.

“I understand what you mean. You’re saying that feelings aren’t like a key that can instantly transport you to a specific moment you want to be.”

"Even if I could teleport away from the argument like an apparition, the process would be etched into my life and memory."

Dylan snapped his fingers.

"That's right. Goodwill between people isn't something you can accumulate like a spell. Now, you should have a clear answer to your questions, right?"

Cedric nodded slightly.

"Well, there's still something I don't quite understand."

Dylan tilted his head: "What?"

"What you said is truly philosophical, and your insights into love seem quite profound—"

Cedric took a deep breath and asked in one breath, "So, how many girls have you actually dated? You've come up with such a profound idea."

Dylan: ()
It seems someone really does want to die.

Dylan almost lost control of his expression.

However, the smile on his lips grew deeper and deeper.

only……

That forced, insincere smile.

It looks even more frightening.

Cedric seemed to sense the air gradually stagnating as well.

He coughed, no longer daring to joke about Dylan.

"Although I think having several relationships isn't a bad thing, it's still..."

Dylan gripped his wand.

"After all, I'm getting older, so I need to study more and try to master magic before I leave school."

Cedric said seriously, "Just like you, Dylan, who studies diligently every day, you are a role model for all the students at Hogwarts!"

"Oh, is it so?"

Dylan gave a cold, smirking look.

Cedric nodded sharply.

"Of course!"

Dylan glanced at Cedric, then snorted coldly.

"Although I have never been in a relationship, I will not deliberately reject the possibility of being in one. However, I think it will be difficult for me to have a truly intimate relationship."

Cedric was taken aback, somewhat puzzled: "Why?"

Dylan rolled his eyes: "If I were your boyfriend right now, even if I could foresee every move you make in the future, even your fleeting fantasies, even without any action, I could still detect them with Legilimency—"

"Would you still be willing to be with me?"

"Of course I don't want to!"

Cedric blurted it out without even thinking.

He then stared in shock, his eyes widening as the possibility Dylan had described gradually solidified in his mind.

Even his handsome face showed some cracks.

"Ah this..."

If so.

It seems that living alone isn't impossible.

And living alone seems quite comfortable...

Cedric scratched his head.

After regaining his senses, he looked at Dylan with a strange expression.

There seemed to be some sympathy in his eyes.

He cleared his throat twice, then raised his hand and patted Dylan on the shoulder.

“I think one day, there will be someone who can not only stop your divination, but also skillfully use Occlumency to resist your mind control.”

"You two are constantly going back and forth, having a great time fighting, but in the end, your relationship will only become closer."

Dylan's eyes flickered slightly as he imagined this possibility in his mind.

Well--

Perhaps it's not impossible.

After all, there's a saying that goes something like that.

The person who understands you best is not your lover, but your enemy.

Sometimes, lovers turn against each other.

However, people who are enemies often end up appreciating each other.

Even between them, feelings that are hard to express may arise.

"hope so."

Dylan shook his head, clearing the clutter from his mind.

Cedric pursed his lips.

He then offered words of comfort.

"Honestly, it's not like you can't live a good life on your own. We are wizards, not Muggles without magic. We can only support each other and walk towards death."

"As long as we master multiple types of magic, lifespan is the only limiting factor for us."

“Look at our headmaster, and look at our house deans—I’m not just talking about Hufflepuff, but all four houses.”

"They are still all alone, without partners, but they are still living very well, aren't they?"

"..."

Dylan: ?
Is this person sick?
He could understand Cedric and, after imagining his situation, wanted to comfort him, saying that even if he might not have a partner in the future and grow old alone, it wasn't a big deal.

but!
but!

Don't you want to see what nonsense you're spouting?

That old geezer, Old Deng.

Why don't you have a partner?

Ok?
Look into my eyes.
Tell me why!

Why doesn't Professor McGonagall have a boyfriend?
Does she not have a partner?

They're already married.

It's just that my wife passed away!

She remained chaste for her widowed husband, devoting herself entirely to her work and focusing all her energy on teaching her students, rather than accepting dating invitations from other adult wizards.

Are you using Professor McGonagall as an example?
Isn't this a bit of a misdiagnosis?

And Professor Snape.

Hahahahaha!
This is even more groundbreaking!

Why isn't this slick-haired guy dating anyone?
Why don't they want to talk?
Huh? Why?!

Their first love ended without a trace.

He held the person he secretly loved in his arms, only to find that he was holding a corpse.

Do you want him to find another partner?
Aren't you being a little too malicious?
As for Professor Flitwick.

This professor has fairy blood.

He's so short.

Who can accept him?

Do you think she enjoys being single?
His ancestors were able to have relations with shamans.

That's already an extreme exaggeration!
Although Professor Flitwick's fairy bloodline was not high, his strong fairy genes still allowed him to retain the characteristics of a short fairy stature.

Which adult witch would take a liking to Professor Flitwick at first glance?

The way you're talking is like rubbing salt into Professor Flitwick's wounds.

And then there's Professor Sprout.

This is the only one who decided to live alone without any external interference.

(End of this chapter)