Starting with Hyuga, traversing countless heavens

But in her memory, no firearm could instantly turn a person into nothingness, leaving not even a trace.

This made Hermione a little worried. What if she accidentally used this spell on someone?

This spell doesn't seem to have a counter-spell like other spells. If you reduce a person to nothingness, there should be no way to bring them back to life.

Hinata Hoshino affectionately ruffled her hair, reassuring her.

"That's how magic is. Actually, many spells don't have counterspells. For example, the three unforgivable spells, you should know these. Avada Kedavra, Cruciatus Curse, and Astral Projection. These three spells are listed as unforgivable spells because they don't have counterspells in essence. Do you know Neville's parents? They were tortured beyond recognition by the Death Eaters using Cruciatus Curse."

"You mean Neville's parents were also tormented by the Unforgivable Curse?"

"That's the news I heard. That's why Neville has become withdrawn. Don't be fooled by Neville's seemingly poor memory; it's all because he witnessed his parents being tortured when he was a child."

Hermione fell silent. Since entering the wizarding world, the only place she had seen that had a relatively harmonious atmosphere was Hogwarts.

She never imagined that the wizarding wars, which were only briefly mentioned in history books, would be so cruel that they would lead a child to witness his parents being tortured and then shut himself off from the world.

"Hoshino, can you promise me something? During summer vacation, will you come with me to visit Neville's parents?"

"Yes, and maybe by then I'll have a way to cure his parents."

Since obtaining the Impure World Reincarnation technique, Hinata Hoshino has been trying to understand the mysteries of the soul through it.

There are a few secret techniques related to the soul in the Naruto world. For example, there's the Spirit Transformation technique developed by Tobirama Senju, the Impure World Reincarnation, and the sealing techniques of the Uzumaki clan, such as the Reaper Death Seal.

However, Hyuga Hoshino didn't know the Spirit Transformation technique, and the Reaper Death Seal was too dangerous. Hyuga Hoshino suddenly realized something: could a person resurrected through Edo Tensei use the Reaper Death Seal, or rather, if Voldemort were resurrected, could he be controlled to use the Reaper Death Seal?

Is the Grim Reaper summoned in Harry Potter's world the Grim Reaper from the Harry Potter world or the Grim Reaper from the Naruto world? Which one is more powerful?

Now, besides finding it amusing, Hinata Hoshino had another reason: to promote the revival of Voldemort's notebook Horcrux. The notebook Horcrux would likely revive a younger Voldemort, so it wouldn't be of much value; he might as well let him try it out.

I wonder if the real Grim Reaper in this world is the one who created the Elder Wand, the Resurrection Stone, and the Invisibility Cloak?

Hinata Hoshino unconsciously thought of the Cornish elf Lockhart caught on his first day of class in the original story.

Should we ask Seamus to give him a hard time? But who knows, maybe Hermione will unleash a magical version of Dust Escape and wipe out all those elves in one go.

Hermione will soon be taking her first Defense Against the Dark Arts class, while Hyuga Hoshino will spend most of his time resting in Kamui Dimension. Studying and researching can be left to his wooden clone.

Hinata Hoshino couldn't help but feel a little fortunate that he had taken a lot of short film DVDs with him when he left the pirated store, which could help him pass the time; otherwise, he would have only been able to watch Jiraiya's Icha Icha Paradise.

Hermione arrived at the Defense Against the Dark Arts classroom and found that the room was filled with Lockhart posters and portraits, as well as a bunch of flamboyant decorations with Lockhart's personal style.

Hermione covered her face helplessly, feeling that those books really should be burned somewhere, and the ashes scattered.

Harry Potter, Ron, Neville, and Seamus arrived at the classroom as a group, and the four of them felt like they were about to go blind.

Ron couldn't understand why his mother and sister would be fans of this kind of person's books.

Hinata Hoshino was spying on the screen from the Kamui dimension, while Lockhart mysteriously entered the classroom carrying a cage wrapped in red cloth.

Chapter 139 Tom Riddle's version of Lockhart

Lockhart cleared his throat and flashed what he thought was a perfect smile.

"Hello, I believe you already know me to some extent. How about this, I'll give you a test paper first."

Lockhart had already given his opening remarks yesterday, and decided to wait a few days. Today, he would prepare a test paper to fill half the class period, and then spend the other half showing them the Cornish elves.

Hyuga Hoshino, in the Kamui dimension, you can see the same test Lockhart gave you—the same one from the original story. It's all about him, his personal hobbies, interests, ideals, and grand ambitions.

Hermione had initially considered submitting a blank paper. But then she thought of Lockhart—what a convenient sucker! He'd definitely give her extra points if she answered correctly.

So Hermione finished answering the questions very quickly. Rohart collected the papers, looked them over carefully, and found that quite a few people had submitted blank papers, which made him feel a little embarrassed.

However, he still stubbornly started praising Harry Potter, after all, Harry Potter is a celebrity in the wizarding world. He could ride on his popularity. As for Hermione, he genuinely wanted to give her extra points, since her answer was complete and correct.

However, thanks to Lockhart's antics, the lesson was only halfway over. Then Lockhart decided to release the sprites for a demonstration.

"Are you ready? Next, you will see the most evil magical creature in the witch world."

The young wizards in the classroom suddenly became a little flustered, after all, Lockhart had written many famous novels.

In these novels, Lockhart's performance was flawless. Presumably, he said that the most evil magical creatures must be very dangerous, so they couldn't help but feel a little nervous, afraid that Lockhart would ask them to go on stage and demonstrate how to subdue these magical creatures.

Then Lockhart brought out a box of red cloth. They were greatly disappointed to see elves inside. Lockhart, noticing their expressions and feeling slighted, simply opened the cage and released all the elves, instantly turning the Defense Against the Dark Arts classroom into chaos.

Hinata Hoshino burst into laughter within the Kamui dimension. He was quite satisfied with this farce; it was indeed much more entertaining than a typical movie. As for Lockhart, that charlatan, Hinata Hoshino wasn't going to let him off so easily.

Then Hermione saw a familiar hand suddenly press down on the heads of all the elves.

Hermione immediately realized that this was definitely that wicked Hyuga Hoshino trying to mess with Lockhart. All the Pokémon's expressions instantly changed. Their eyes, filled with a violent aura, sent a chill down Lockhart's spine.

Sure enough, the little elves started tearing at Lockhart's suit, causing the peacock to cry out for help.

"Help! Help! Someone help me! These little elves have gone mad!"

All the young wizards present watched with indifference, initially not believing that Lockhart could be stumped by a group of elves.

After all, the things he wrote in his book, like subduing werewolves, didn't seem like something a wizard who couldn't even handle elves would do.

Seeing Lockhart unable to resist, the elves turned their attention to the young wizards in the classroom. They began snatching their textbooks, wands, and even tearing their uniforms. Hermione instantly flew into a rage, grabbed her wand, and without thinking, unleashed a magical version of Dust Escape.

Everything is gray.

A sprite was struck and instantly vanished into nothingness. This sent shivers down the spines of the other young wizards. Lockhart watched as the magical version of Dust Escape swept past him, and a sprite disappeared. A complex expression of panic and terror flashed in his eyes.

He recognized the Vanishing Charm; it couldn't possibly be like this, because he had seen it recently, and he could see the sprite crumble bit by bit until nothing was left.

Lockhart instinctively realized that Hermione was using an exceptionally advanced form of magic, and he couldn't help but feel jealous.

The wizards he had met in previous interviews were all quite old, which was why they possessed such terrifying magic. Yet, even they couldn't escape his Oblivion Curse, which sometimes made him wonder. How did they manage to survive in this wizarding world if they couldn't even evade his Oblivion Curse?

Lockhart's eyes hardened; he was determined to make good use of that notebook from yesterday. What did a little sacrifice matter if it meant gaining fame?

The kaleidoscope in Hinata Hoshino's eyes dissipated. Being a scriptwriter is not easy; these actors all have too many ideas.

Hermione's murderous intent vanished, and she was somewhat dazed. How did she manage to use it? Neville's eyesight improved dramatically, and seeing that the only person in charge was in a daze, he decided to take matters into his own hands.

Peacock Magic - Modified Version - Nawei Heavenly Dragon

Two chakra shaped like Eastern dragons surged out from behind Nawi, instantly binding all the little elves.

Lockhart was lost in thought, his jealousy growing stronger, but he could only manage a signature smile.

“Very good, very good. I was just demonstrating a wrong approach. Mr. Longbottom and Miss Granger’s approach was undoubtedly swift and correct. For your correctness, Gryffindor adds twenty points.”

When the class ended, Lockhart did not receive the adoration he had imagined from the young wizards. After class, he hid in the shadows and heard the young wizards mocking him.

Lockhart ran back to his office, opened his laptop, and Hinata Hoshino, watching Lockhart's actions, declared that the show was about to begin.

"I need power, I need fame, prestige, and the adoration of everyone."

Although Tom Riddle had no idea what had happened to Lockhart, he said he felt good now that a fool had taken the bait.

"as you wish."

Tom Riddle's reply delighted Lockhart, and the notebook began to infuse it with magic—magic Lockhart knew of but was unable to cast.

"I feel good now."

Lockhart didn't notice that with each infusion of magic, his life force was also being drained. Phoenix tears could replenish life force to some extent, but that didn't mean they could bring the dead back to life.

Lockhart was smug, thinking that handling the Defense Against the Dark Arts course would be a piece of cake with his current level. Soon, Lockhart would be teaching the Defense Against the Dark Arts course to second-year students.

George and Fred, standing next to Hinata Hoshino, made a bet on what Lockhart was going to teach this time.

“Hey George, I bet Lockhart is going to give us another test to see what we know about him.”

"Fred, I think he might catch some Pokémon and then run away. Hoshino, what do you think, buddy?"

"I think he might arrest the red-hatted guy."

From the perspective of the Wood Clone's Byakugan, Lockhart used a Levitation Charm to carry a cage as tall as a person, and inside the cage was Red Hat.

The cage floated into the classroom first, followed by Lockhart. He cleared his throat, looking smug, and glanced at the group of wizards below, revealing a knowing smile.

Chapter 140 Slapping Lockhart in the Face

"Ahem, everyone, I think you already know about my embarrassing past from the younger students, right? But I have to tell you. It was all an act. That was just my way of livening up the class; it wasn't my true ability."

Hinata Hoshino's wooden clone had a "I knew you were faking it" expression on its face. Lockhart couldn't understand it, but he was instinctively annoyed.

Lockhart decided he would definitely give him a good beating later. While he wouldn't resort to magic, embarrassing him in class would be easy enough, since the professor was now the professor.

"Soon, you will witness a bloody and cruel magical creature."

"Could it be a fairy?" *2

George and Fred egged him on, and the students below roared with laughter. They had all heard about Lockhart's previous experiences in class—the most terrifying magical creatures were nothing more than a bunch of little elves. Lockhart continued with his signature smile and lifted the red cloth.

"Is that a red hat?"

Some students wanted to take Professor Keynes's course on the protection of magical creatures. So they immediately recognized what the magical creature Lockhart had captured was.

The students who recognized the magical creature were generally exclaiming in surprise, not because they were afraid of the creature, but because Lockhart was different from the rumors. He actually had the ability to catch a red hat all by himself, and judging from his appearance, he seemed to be preparing to release it for practice.

It's important to know that red-hatted creatures are extremely ferocious, although they can be easily driven away with spells. However, their danger far exceeds that of the little elf Lockhart captured before.

Lockhart accepted their cheers as if he were the center of the world. He suddenly understood the wonderful pleasure that power brought. This was something he couldn't obtain from all those fabricated things. The emotion in his eyes grew more and more fervent.

"Alright, alright, students, I understand your surprise. To be honest, I'm also very curious as to why he ended up in the Forbidden Forest?"

Hinata Hoshino's clone curled his lip. What else could it be? It was just that the basilisk was hunting in the Forbidden Forest, causing a strong smell of blood that attracted it. A few days ago, the basilisk, having eaten and drunk its fill, cautiously returned to the secret chamber, only to find Hinata Hoshino missing, and fell into a deep sleep.

If it weren't for the Basilisk's return, Lockhart would probably have become his snack.

"Now let's have a student come up and talk about what kind of magical creature it is, what its living habits are, and how to drive it away or kill it."

Lockhart's lips still curved into a smile, but it carried a hint of malice that was difficult for others to detect. His gaze swept around, finally settling on the wooden clone.

The wooden clone frowned. He hadn't expected that Lockhart would target him before he even had a chance to give him something to do.

"Red Hats are elf-like creatures. They are easy to spot wherever there is bloodshed. They usually lurk in the dungeons of castles and near battlefield ruins, ambushing those who are lost. They can be easily driven away with a banishing spell, but they will manage to beat ordinary people to death with a big club in the dark of night."

"Very good, very good. This student explained it very well, thoroughly, and in great detail. So, what is your name? Could you come up on stage and demonstrate how to expel the red hats?"

The Gryffindor second-year students discovered the problem: Lockhart seemed to be targeting Hyuga Hoshino, but they didn't understand why.

“Yes, Professor Lockhart. My name is Zhang Xingye.”

When introducing himself, he deliberately used Chinese, which Lockhart couldn't understand at all.

Lockhart froze. Deafening laughter erupted from the classroom again. Lockhart was bewildered. What were they laughing at?