HP: I'm not going to rule the wizarding world

Dumbledore was somewhat helpless, and softened his tone and said to Ariana: "No one can make the decision to expel you just because I am the headmaster and a Gryffindor."

Ariana refused to give up and continued to stare at the Gryffindors, mocking them. "How dare you call yourselves brave and fearless? You're a bunch of cowards who don't even have the courage to stand up."

Dumbledore was from Gryffindor after all, and he got a little angry when he heard Ariana mocking his own house.

"Ariana, I'll say it again, come down." He used the loudspeaker spell to say this.

Ariana did not refuse Dumbledore's request again, but after she came down from the Slytherin table, she did not pick up the stool and sit down, but walked straight to the teacher's seat.

"Every time there's a conflict, it's always someone else who provokes me first. Headmaster, are you subconsciously going to stand on Gryffindor's side again?" She questioned Dumbledore with a serious face.

Because he witnessed the entire conflict, Dumbledore knew that it was not Ariana's fault this time, but her reaction was too intense, and her habit of pulling out her wand at every turn was really bad.

But Ariana was obviously already angry. If she dared to answer yes, the thunder block wand might be aimed directly at her.

He had discovered that Ariana was not afraid of anyone.

"We can handle this more gently, can't we?" he advised patiently.

Ariana ignored Dumbledore's kindness and criticized his behavior.

"Do you think your way of education is good?" she said with a sarcastic look on her face.

Dumbledore didn't care about Ariana's attitude, and said kindly: "If you have any opinions, you can raise them. I welcome them very much."

It was just a casual remark, but I didn't expect Ariana to actually give her opinion.

"Then let me suggest one. I heard that Durmstrang's most distinctive course is dueling. I think Hogwarts could offer a course like this."

"What's the reason?" Dumbledore looked at her curiously.

Ariana sneered and asked directly, "The reason is that the Auror acceptance rate of Hogwarts graduates has been declining year by year, but the acceptance rate of Durmstrang has been increasing. Why do you think that is?"

Ariana didn't want Dumbledore to answer at all. She turned around and looked at the Gryffindors who were jumping happily just now but now became quails.

"That's because under your leadership, all the students at Hogwarts have become weaklings. Even among the graduates, few can use the Shield Charm."

When the explosion happened just now, no one used the Shield Charm to protect themselves, and there were students from the entire grade sitting at the Gryffindor table.

Ariana used the loudspeaker spell to mock her. Her tone was already very strong, and everyone in the auditorium could hear it clearly.

Chapter 39 Let’s Fight

The impact of this conflict was so great that Dumbledore did not announce the outcome of his decision on Ariana in the hall, and of course did not respond to the proposal of establishing a dueling class.

Less than two weeks into the school year, Ariana had already been to the principal's office several times.

"It seems that you have a problem with me being from Gryffindor." Dumbledore tried to ease the atmosphere with what Ariana had just said.

Ariana was in no mood to talk nicely. She said sarcastically, "Because everything you do makes me have an opinion."

"What have I done to give you an opinion?" Dumbledore was still very curious.

Ariana was speechless. She had already made it so obvious, why was she still asking?

"Why didn't you call the other people involved in these conflicts to your office, but only came to me again and again?" This was her first accusation.

"That's because you are dissatisfied with the way I handled the situation. I want to convince you first. This is a kind of respect for you. I don't think there is anything wrong with it." Dumbledore didn't understand what was wrong with this.

Ariana was really fed up with these people's self-righteous attitude, but she still had to stay here for another 7 years, so she could only be patient and deal with them.

"Okay, I had a fight with Gryffindor students in the Defense Against the Dark Arts class. Why do you subconsciously think that I was the instigator?" This was her second accusation.

"That's because you know the most spells, and you've bound all the other Gryffindors." Dumbledore still thought there was nothing wrong with it.

Ariana asked angrily, "Tell me in all honesty, if I were a Gryffindor, would you make a decision so quickly?"

Dumbledore opened his mouth but couldn't utter a word, because he knew very well that if Ariana was a Gryffindor, even if he thought she was the one who caused the trouble, he would investigate first instead of subconsciously wanting to announce the punishment.

Dumbledore sighed and said, "I admit that I am somewhat biased towards Gryffindor."

Ariana corrected him, "Not a little, but very biased. I only now understand why Hogwarts has only one Gryffindor and one Slytherin headmaster. It's because your inherent thinking won't allow you to find a middle ground."

Before Dumbledore could object, Phoenix Black in the portrait on the wall became unhappy and started shouting.

"You little Slytherin girl, you have no idea how high the heavens are. How dare you speak so highly of the headmaster?"

Although Phoenix Black's voice was loud, his tone was very friendly. It was obvious that he admired Ariana very much, but only because Ariana was from Slytherin.

Ariana ignored Phoenix Black and continued to stare at Dumbledore.

"It's said that Headmaster Black is the most unpopular headmaster in history, but in my opinion, there's no difference between you, Dumbledore, and him. The only difference is that he's biased openly, while you're more subtle."

What Ariana said was a bit too much. Phoenix Black was a disaster to the entire Hogwarts, and Dumbledore was at most partial to Gryffindor.

Seeing that Ariana couldn't be persuaded, Dumbledore didn't dare to be too tough.

"Okay, I'll reflect on my own problems, but now let's deal with yours." He changed the subject.

Ariana snorted and sarcastically said, "What kind of punishment do you want to give me, given that my magic didn't hurt anyone."

Dumbledore disagreed with this and asked, "You just used a Transfiguration spell, why did that thing explode?"

"That's a bomb in the Muggle world. I discovered that the Transfiguration Spell is the universal magic. As long as you have a brain and knowledge, everything can be changed." Ariana answered easily, as if it was a very common behavior.

In fact, it was not as simple as Ariana said. She discovered a pattern when practicing the transformation spell.

In order to transform an object, one must know how much energy the object requires and output the magic power of the corresponding energy.

Of course, this is just a rough direction. We also need to control the stability of magic output, which is more delicate.

Ariana practiced conjuring bombs because she felt that the magical world was dangerous and she needed strong means of self-protection.

Since using the three unforgivable curses would be against the law, she had to find another way.

Dumbledore has lived for so many years, he knows what a bomb is. In his opinion, that thing is more terrifying than the killing curse.

The Killing Curse can kill one person with one spell, but a bomb can destroy a city.

"It's too dangerous. What if you fail to control the bomb and it falls on the dining table? Many people will get hurt." Thinking of that situation, he was filled with fear.

There are many kinds of bombs, and not all of them can kill people. What Ariana used just now was just a blank bomb, and she threw it into the air to detonate it, so at most it had a deterrent effect.

She said confidently, "From the time I started learning magic until now, I have never lost control of my situation. I am very confident in myself."

Dumbledore, however, could not accept her explanation. The kind smile on his face had disappeared, and he questioned her seriously, "Even though no one was hurt, you directly intimidated so many people. Isn't that wrong at all?"

Ariana was obviously a person who would rather respond to soft words than harsh ones. When she saw Dumbledore become serious, her slightly softened attitude disappeared.

"They are about to take the lead in demanding my dismissal. Waiting for others to save me is not my style." She looked at him with a mocking expression.

This person doesn't even want to give her fairness, let alone save her.

Dumbledore retorted, "Since the founding of Hogwarts, there have only been two precedents of expulsion. Both were for threatening the lives of others. As long as you don't harm others, I won't expel you."

Ariana didn't believe this. Not only did she not believe Dumbledore's promise, she didn't believe herself either.

"That's hard to say. If someone tries to hurt me, I will definitely use magic in self-defense. You've seen the power of my magic. Even if I don't use it at full strength, I can still injure or kill someone."

Seeing that Ariana's attitude had become sharp again, Dumbledore softened his tone slightly and advised her, "Ariana, Hogwarts is the safest place in the world. There's no need for you to be so sharp."

"I didn't say this is a dangerous place, but it's full of injustice, discrimination, and struggle, which makes me feel very uncomfortable."

Because she was a pure-blood and very powerful, Ariana avoided a lot of bullying from Slytherin. Many problems had nothing to do with her, but that didn't mean she didn't see them.

After contacting Ariana, Dumbledore did intend to adjust the school's management system, but not now.

"Until I adjust the school's management system, your behavior today must be punished." He looked at Ariana affirmatively.

Ariana also answered him affirmatively: "If this punishment is beyond my tolerance, then I refuse."

Dumbledore is now in a dilemma. If he does not punish Ariana, he will not be able to convince the public, but if he really punishes her, he may have to expel her to calm the public anger.

But this child is so talented. She has caused so much trouble in school. I believe Tom already knows her. I am afraid that if she leaves Hogwarts today, she will have to join Tom's team tomorrow.

"Give me some time. I have to think of a punishment that you can accept and that can calm the anger of others. It's not an easy task." Since it can't be solved immediately, let's delay it.

Ariana knew Dumbledore's dilemma, and she had actually given him a solution to the problem.

"You can agree to my proposal to set up a dueling class. I can accept challenges from anyone in class, regardless of grade, bloodline, or school. Anyone who is angry with me can come and duel with me with their wands."

Since you are not convinced, let’s fight.

Chapter 40 This is not a punishment for you

Letting Ariana accept the challenge can indeed give everyone an outlet to vent their dissatisfaction, but as the school administrator, Dumbledore still has to give an explanation to the other people in the school.

"This is just a way to calm your anger, not a punishment for you," Dumbledore reminded her.

Ariana wasn't a school administrator, so she shrugged and said, "Then take your time to think about it, Principal. You haven't come up with a suitable punishment for the classroom fight anyway."

Seeing that Ariana had put away her sharp attitude, Dumbledore was naturally happy to cooperate.

"Listen to yourself, is this reasonable? The next punishment is coming before the previous one has even been received." He looked at the prickly little wizard in front of him with resentment.

Once trouble arises, it is impossible for it to disappear out of thin air. Either you deal with it yourself or transfer it to others. Ariana certainly doesn't want to deal with it herself.

"Anyway, too many lice won't make you itch, and too many debts won't make you worry." She looked like a rogue.

Dumbledore felt that if they didn't talk about the conflict, the tension between him and Ariana would not be so high, so he made a request.

"Can I ask you a favor? Or rather, a request. If you have a conflict with someone next time, let the professor handle it. Don't speak impulsively with your wand."

Ariana didn't dare agree to this request.

"That depends on the situation. If someone takes out a wand, I'll definitely take one too. Otherwise, how will I know what spell he's using? I have to strike first." She looked sincere.

Dumbledore didn't want to talk to her anymore and waved his hand, "Go back to the common room. Talking to you makes me age ten years."

What a coincidence, Ariana also didn't want to talk to this old fox. Before leaving the principal's office, in order to annoy him, she kindly wished him a long life.

"Wizards generally live a very long time. I heard that Principal Armando lived for over 200 years. Mr. Principal, you have profound magical powers, yet you look so young. I'm afraid you could live for a thousand or two thousand years. Losing a few dozen years is nothing."

"I'm not young anymore." Dumbledore looked at her with a smile.

After a brief argument with Dumbledore, Ariana returned to the Slytherin common room.

Seeing that it was still early, she planned to call Draco to go to the Room of Requirement and continue their magical journey.

Unexpectedly, I saw Pansy questioning Draco in the lounge, looking very aggressive.

Pansy angrily questioned Draco, "Why do you want to be with Colin? Even if she is a pureblood, she is an orphan. Your parents will never agree to this."

Being in the same room, Pansy could of course see that the things Ariana brought were very expensive, and her family must be very rich. Naturally, she did not criticize her for being poor, but instead used her orphan status as an excuse.

Draco still hadn't figured it out. Even though Pansy had made it very obvious, he didn't realize that she was jealous because she liked him.

Hearing Pansy's question, Draco asked speechlessly: "This is my own business, why are you so excited?"

Pansy immediately shouted and scolded him loudly: "This is not your own business. You are the heir of the Malfoy family. Your wife must have a prominent family background."

Draco also became angry. He looked at her sarcastically and asked, "That's my Malfoy family's business. What does it have to do with your Parkinson family?"

Seeing that her words were useless, Pansy took out her trump card against Draco and threatened: "I will write a letter to tell your father."

Girls generally mature earlier than boys, and Pansy had long noticed that Draco cared a lot about his father's opinion.

Hearing Pansy threaten to write a letter to her father, Draco exploded and yelled, "Why do you have the right to write a letter to my father?"

It turned out that after Draco arrived at the lounge, he announced that he and Ariana were together.

Although others were wondering why the heir of the Malfoy family would choose to be with an orphan.

Just like Draco said, this is a matter between him and the Malfoy family, and no one else has the right to interfere. However, given the Malfoy family's status in the wizarding world, many people are still ready to make a move.

Pansy has liked Draco since she was a child, and has long regarded Draco as her own.

Although Pansy was unhappy about Draco sticking around Ariana all the time, she wasn't too worried.

Although Ariana is a pure-blood, her parents died long ago and she has lived in the Muggle world since she was a child. The Malfoy family will not allow Draco to marry such a woman.

Unexpectedly, Draco announced in the lounge today that he and Ariana were in love.

How could this be possible? What should she do?

There are only about 1 people in the British wizarding community, and even fewer wizarding families.

She didn't like any of the boys in the senior grades, and there were only five boys entering Slytherin this year.

If she didn't marry Draco, she would have to choose between Nott and Zabini.

Nott is gloomy all the time and can hardly speak. What's the difference between marrying him and marrying a piece of wood?

As for Zabini, he is not a pure white man. How could the Parkinson family's daughter marry such a man?