Hogwarts: A little lion in the skin of the Eagle School

A hero returned from hell to end Voldemort's legend!

The magical world has ushered in a true dawn!

You don't even need to wait until the next day.

That very night, John's name spread throughout the entire magical world.

The turmoil on the European continent was brought to an end immediately.

The remaining Death Eaters were purged and liquidated, and their forces crumbled within days.

Because the Malfoys promptly turned to the light and provided crucial testimony during their postwar trial, they were finally able to regain their social status and human rights.

Even Lucius, who had faked his death, returned to the public eye and was pardoned, instead receiving parole.

Grindelwald remained under Dumbledore's supervision.

However, they also gained some limited freedom.

Everyone who contributed to this war has received the recognition and reward they deserve.

Hogwarts held a grand celebration for three whole days.

However, our protagonist John has never appeared in public.

Dumbledore's response was that the battle with Voldemort had caused serious injuries, and he had sent the patient away for secret treatment.

There weren't many people who saw Joel transform into John back then; they were all his own people.

Those Death Eaters who were closer were wiped out by the aftershocks of their battle.

Therefore, the secret of Joel and John remains known only to a few.

......

Until the evening of the third day of the celebration.

Today, Dumbledore intends to reward the young soldiers who are at the forefront of this war.

Harry and his friends, as well as Titus and his friends, were all notified in advance.

So they all changed into their most presentable clothes, more or less.

Hermione also put on the long dress she had worn when she accompanied John to the banquet.

But this time, John wasn't by her side, which made her feel a little disappointed.

"Hermione, are you ready?"

At that moment, Ginny pushed open the door and walked in. She was wearing a deep red dress, which made her look radiant.

"Okay, let's go." Hermione took a deep breath, turned around, and walked out of the common room with Ginny.

The two chatted and laughed about what surprises the awards ceremony would bring that night, and before they knew it, they had arrived at the entrance of the Great Hall of the People.

However, upon reaching the door, they saw a familiar figure from behind.

A figure dressed in a sharp evening gown stood with his back to them at the door.

The front gate was wide open, and moonlight shone on the person's shoulders, outlining a long and familiar silhouette.

Hermione stopped abruptly, her heart skipping a beat.

The figure seemed to sense the gaze behind them and slowly turned around.

"Hi Hermione, and Ginny, good evening."

The visitor was John.

That familiar smile still lingered on his lips.

In the moonlight, he gazed at Hermione quietly, his eyes gentle and profound.

Hermione stared at him blankly, her eyes slightly red.

It's only been a few days, but it feels like an eternity.

Perhaps it was because the threat of Voldemort had been completely eliminated, and they could finally enjoy peace and tranquility without any burden.

Perhaps it's because after going through life-or-death trials, they can finally stand calmly under the moonlight again, looking into each other's eyes and feeling each other's presence.

Seeing the awkward atmosphere between the two, Ginny tactfully waved to John, then quickly walked into the auditorium, leaving them alone.

"...You're awake."

After a long pause, Hermione finally managed to utter this sentence.

"Hmm, she's awake," John said softly, taking two steps forward and stopping in front of Hermione.

Then he said something nonsensical.

"I didn't go on any adventure alone this time, and I didn't get hurt, so you're not allowed to be mad at me."

Hermione burst into laughter after his words.

"Who said I was angry?" Hermione punched his chest in annoyance.

John grinned and took a step closer, putting his arm around her waist as he spoke.

"With your eyes all red, anyone who didn't know better would think I'm a heartless man who went back on my word and hurt you."

"I can't have sand in my eyes," Hermione said, turning her face away, her voice carrying a hint of stubbornness and coquettishness.

John chuckled softly, pulled her closer, and whispered, "Shall I blow on it for you?"

"......Um."

Hermione didn't refuse; she looked up and met John's eyes.

The two looked at each other, and their gazes seemed to sparkle like stars.

John lowered his head, while Hermione stood on tiptoe.

Just as their lips were about to touch, the auditorium doors were suddenly pushed open.

"Where is John!"

Ryan and Ethan ran out excitedly after hearing from Ginny that John had woken up.

Behind them was Titus, who was dragging them along.

However, because he lost weight and was too short, his efforts to pull and tug at the back were futile.

"You two idiots, Hermione's out there, it's not your place... Uh... Haha, keep going, keep laughing..."

Titus had only spoken half a sentence when he saw the two embracing and about to kiss.

Ryan and Ethan finally stopped.

The scene became somewhat awkward for a moment.

Hermione was so embarrassed that she buried her face in John's chest, her ears turning as red as if they were about to bleed.

John glanced at the three of them speechlessly, pointed at them with his finger, and finally smiled helplessly.

"Alright, I'm back. Are you satisfied now?"

"Oh dear, what are you saying? Hahaha..." The three of them gave an awkward, dry laugh.

"Since you're all here, let's go in together." John stopped pursuing the matter and released Hermione, taking her hand in his.

The group walked into the Great Hall together.

Hermione and John walked hand in hand in front, while Titus and the other two followed behind.

The Great Hall of the People erupted in cheers as soon as they appeared.

"It's John!"

"He's really back!"

"Is that the legendary John Merrick?"

The first-year students, seeing John in person for the first time, craned their necks to look at him, their eyes filled with curiosity and admiration.

John's friends, Luna, Neville, Harry, Ron, Ginny, and Draco, also gathered around.

Everyone was welcoming his return.

John greeted them one by one.

Finally, he looked at Dumbledore and the professors in the faculty seats and smiled and nodded at them.

Dumbledore smiled and raised his wine glass to him, and Professor McGonagall also showed a rare kind smile.

Snape remained expressionless, while Professor Flitwick excitedly stood on tiptoe and waved at him, almost falling off his chair.

Hagrid wiped his eyes vigorously, his rugged face filled with tears of relief.

ding ding ding-

After John and the others had finished their pleasantries, Dumbledore finally tapped his wine glass gently.

"Please sit down."

Dumbledore's gentle voice drowned out the noise.

"Tonight is a night of celebration, let's first enjoy the food and this belated victory dinner."

With that, he waved his hand gently, and a sumptuous feast instantly appeared on the previously empty long table.

"Now, the banquet begins."