Hogwarts: Becoming the White Lord from Breathing

Chapter 147 A large number of students are losing hope

Because of Damon's behavior in the hall, nearly 30% of the witches suddenly cooled down—they would no longer enthusiastically discuss Damon with others in public.

At the same time, some witches became even more fanatical—they blocked the classroom where Damon finished class, extending enthusiastic invitations to him and coming up with all sorts of reasons—what Damon found most novel was that a Slytherin upperclassman said she would take him to the Slytherin common room—she thought the office located at the bottom of the lake had a beautiful view.

Damon rejected them all.

And so, even more hearts were broken.

Luna, the lucky one in their eyes, seemed completely unaware of the great feat she had accomplished—she remained as eccentric as ever.

But now no one dares to bully her anymore—no one dares to hide her wand anymore, and many of her lost items quickly and quietly returned to her desk on the very day Damon agreed to the date.

Luna had planned to write a list of lost items at the end of the semester and ask those people to return them to her, but now that they've been found, she's happy every day.

She's already experiencing the benefits even before dating Damon.

Because her words and actions were unacceptable to others, this unconventional girl was bullied at school shortly after starting school.

But now, it seems that it will come to a complete halt.

Did he bully her even more out of jealousy?
If those people aren't crazy—who doesn't know the Duel Prince's temper? If the Duel Prince and Luna really do become a couple after Valentine's Day, to be honest, just imagining that scene would make those who bullied Luna want to kneel down and apologize to her.

The Duel Prince is a gentle person, but also a decisive one—he dared to beat Malfoy up in front of the teachers. What would he do to them in private?
Because of this, "school bullying," which the Duel Prince already disliked, has disappeared even further during this period.

The professors suddenly approached Damon again.

In Dumbledore's office, everyone gathered together once again.

"This just happened a week ago, right? Are we going to have regular gatherings in the principal's office from now on?"

Damon picked up a strawberry macaron and happily popped it into his mouth—his nonchalant manner caused Professor McGonagall to frown, a rare occurrence for her.

“The situation is more serious than we thought, Damon,” Professor McGonagall said solemnly.

“Yes, this matter requires intervention.” Professor Flitwick was no longer standing idly by.

"This is all the fault of the Duel Prince." Snape tried to make his tone sarcastic, but a barely perceptible look of worry flashed across his face.

Dumbledore looked at them, not understanding what was going on—he had been busy with Ministry of Magic affairs lately, and Fudge's political actions had become much more passionate since the Christmas feast, often requiring him to spend more time dealing with complex interpersonal relationships—in fact, he was considering supporting a new Minister of Magic, but if he did so, he feared that turmoil would inevitably break out within the Ministry of Magic.

This made Dumbledore very hesitant.

In addition, he is also looking for a new Defense Against the Dark Arts professor.

Therefore, he neglected to pay attention to the school—he thought that with Damon around, there would be no danger at the school.

Now it seems that, like the basilisk monster last time, there are places he hasn't paid attention to?

Thinking of this, his expression turned serious.

"What happened?"

"This may sound ridiculous, but it's definitely more serious than you think."

Professor McGonagall looked at Dumbledore with a serious expression, which made him even more nervous—it seemed to be something that was about to happen but hadn't yet happened, and that was good, it could still be salvaged.
“A large number of students are losing hope.”

"What happened? Have Dementors entered the school?"

Dumbledore's expression grew even more serious—only the Ministry of Magic could control Dementors; had Fudge gone mad?

“No, it’s far more serious than that.” Professor McGonagall’s lips pursed slightly.

"What exactly is it, Minerva?" Dumbledore was already ready to draw his wand at any moment.

When it comes to his beloved students, he will not make any concessions, no matter who stands in his way!

Professor McGonagall pointed to Damon, who was eating cake, and said, "This kid is the culprit."

???

Damon was using the Levitation Charm to nibble on a cake in mid-air, pointing at himself in bewilderment—a comical sight that amused Dumbledore.

But now is not such an easy time.

What shocking thing did Damon do behind his back that made the professors want to unite against him?

Dumbledore didn't speak, but urged Minerva with his eyes—what is it? Can you tell me quickly?
Phoenix Fox shuddered slightly, waking from its slumber—it was ready to await orders.

“That kid,” Professor McGonagall pointed at Damon, “Oh! What can I say about him!”

She looked very troubled.

Dumbledore was getting a little impatient with her—he had never seen Minerva so troubled.

It's likely because she also admires and likes Damon, and they both considered him the hope of the wizarding world, only for him to do something that deeply saddened them, which is why she's in such a difficult position.
"Let me tell you."

Snape couldn't help but interject.

Dumbledore nodded in agreement, his expression stern—but he suddenly noticed that Snape's expression was rather strange—it carried a hint of sarcasm and mockery.

Dumbledore calmed down a bit.

“Headmaster,” he said, “have you heard crying in the school?”

“Severus, you might as well put it more bluntly.”

“Oh—” He looked meaningfully at Damon, who was still eating cake, “In short, because the Duel Prince rashly decided to go on a date with a girl on Valentine’s Day, all the witches in the school are heartbroken.”

?

A rare look of surprise flashed across Dumbledore's face.

"This is a very serious matter, Dumbledore!"

Professor McGonagall seemed to have anticipated his reaction and added:
"The number of students skipping classes recently has become extremely serious! We simply can't punish them all!"

With a large number of witches on sick leave, at least a third of the students in every grade are now absent from every class—the mischievous ones have taken advantage of the chaos to join the farce.

If this continues, I can't even imagine what will happen when Valentine's Day actually arrives!

"Oh, my lovely children's eyes are always red and swollen, it really breaks my heart to see them like this."

Professor Flitwick added a comment at this point.

Dumbledore understood; he understood everything.

His gaze fell on Fawkes, who instantly understood and quickly began to scan Hogwarts, acting as Dumbledore's eyes.

Then, all the professors' eyes were fixed on Damon, who was drinking black tea to cleanse himself after finishing his cake.

(End of this chapter)