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A slightly more rational person might ask you for evidence and then judge for themselves whether it's true or false.

And those die-hard fans, even if you present them with irrefutable evidence, they will still say it's fake.

Hermione is the rational type, or rather, the person she truly idolizes is her all-powerful cousin.

My feeling towards Lockhart is more like that of a favorite author.

She looked at Zicomo, her eyes asking a question.

Zicomo stared into her eyes and blinked, indicating that they would talk about it later.

This is the entrance to Flourish and Blotts, and Lockhart's die-hard fans are everywhere.

They have already attracted the attention of this group.

Zicomo was afraid that if they continued talking, it would be a question of whether they could even get out of Diagon Alley.

Oh, no.

With his and Lani's abilities, getting out of there shouldn't be any problem.

But the Daily Prophet's headline tomorrow will probably be "The biggest brawl in Diagon Alley history."

Chapter 75 Snape's Unwavering Desire for Defense Against the Dark Arts

Back home, Zicomo repeated the analysis he had previously shared with Draco to Hermione.

Hermione recalled the appearance of Lockhart that she had seen in Flourish and Blotts.

I have to admit, he probably really is a fraud.

Hermione suddenly felt a sense of disillusionment, as if her idol had been shattered.

Seeing her downcast look, Zicomo suddenly wanted to tease her a little more.

"I have some bad news for you. Guess who our Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher is this semester?"

Hermione paused, then asked with a hint of surprise, "Could it be him?"

"Hmm, correct answer. But there's no reward."

Hermione cried out in disappointment, "Oh no! My Defense Against the Dark Arts class! Am I going to get nothing this semester again?"

Quirrell was fine last semester; he and Lockhart were both Ravenclaw graduates, so he could easily be a teaching mentor.

But he wanted to pretend, so he acted timid and even pretended to stutter.

The lectures were merely reading from the textbook, and were rather conventional.

Hermione said that it was better to study on her own than to attend his class, and she would ask her cousin if she didn't understand something.

This semester is probably going to be even more outrageous; the Defense Against the Dark Arts professor is a fraud.

She is ready to study this course on her own this semester.

"Look at it from another angle: this guy is vain. If you flatter him a bit, you can get more credits, right?"

Zicomo sipped his afternoon tea and said leisurely.

Oh, and you can also get a borrowing permit for the restricted book section.

In the restricted section of the Hogwarts Library, books can only be borrowed with a professor's signature.

But Zicomo's 'Aiped' has already included the entire restricted book section.

It's even safer than the restricted book zone.

Because you don't know if those forbidden books in the library have any counter-magic properties set up on them.

According to Harry, he found a book when he went there last semester.

When the book was opened, a human face appeared between the title pages and emitted a harsh, shrill sound, attracting Filch's attention.

This forced him to leave early.

Zicomo's words opened Hermione's mind.

After all, she was a fan of Lockhart's books before.

She remembered most of the contents of Lockhart's book.

If he brings it up in class, wouldn't she be able to answer it easily?

Yes, the Hogwarts Cup next semester is a sure thing!

Lani, who was having tea and snacks nearby, suddenly interjected, "So, since that Voldemort cursed Defense Against the Dark Arts class, why doesn't Hogwarts just remove the class and offer a new one?"

Upon hearing this, Zicomo clapped.

"As expected of my princess, she thinks the same way I do. I'm also very curious about this. Professor Snape is right next door, shall we go and ask him?"

Zicomo's suggestion was unanimously approved, so the three of them immediately set off for the next room.

In the Snape family's living room, Lydia served the three of them tea and refreshments.

At this point, Zicomo also told Snape about their idea.

Snape had a "you can do that" look on his face after hearing it.

It has to be said that the wizarding world is now a stagnant pool.

Even many textbooks have been in use for hundreds of years.

Many wizards have fallen into a state of stagnation and rigid thinking, continuing to use what their predecessors left behind.

Fortunately, with Voldemort's return, the wizarding world will surely become lively again.

Zicomo could also take the opportunity to stir up trouble in the wizarding world.

Snape thought for a moment, then excitedly ran off to write a letter to Dumbledore.

"Why is Professor Snape so excited?" Hermione asked, puzzled.

Zicomo explained, "It is said that he has been eyeing this position for many years, but Dumbledore was afraid that something would happen to him, so he never let him take the position."

Hermione nodded knowingly.

Snape returned shortly afterward. With nothing else to do, everyone waited at Snape's house for Dumbledore's reply and had an afternoon tea party.

Yes, it was announced unilaterally by Zicomo and his group without consulting Snape.

But Snape was in a good mood and didn't bother to argue.

Most importantly, Lani seemed to quite like the tea and snacks that Lia made, so he didn't dare to say anything more.

Dumbledore's reply arrived quickly.

Snape took the letter from the owl's beak, opened it, and read it.

His face, which had been full of anticipation, quickly turned into a gloomy expression of disappointment.

Zicomo watched in astonishment.

Could it be that Hogwarts organized a trip for its teachers to the Sichuan-Chongqing region?

Professor McGonagall gave him a kind of auntie feeling, while Professor Snape could change his expression.

What can Dumbledore do?

Could it be because they are incompatible? Dumbledore likes sweets, while people from Sichuan and Chongqing like spicy food, so he didn't learn anything?

Judging from Snape's expression, it's clear that this deal is most likely off.

"Well?" Zicomo was very curious about what Dumbledore had to say.

Snape tossed the letter to Zicomo.

Zicomo took the letter, and Hermione and Lani joined in.

Dumbledore's letter essentially said that he could try, but since the teaching position had already been filled, his eligibility would be discussed next year. Just to be on the safe side, he suggested changing his name first. Therefore, he also asked Snape if he had any suggestions.

Not only did they prevent Snape from taking office, they also made him come up with a new course name.

This is called killing someone and then destroying their spirit!

"Take it easy, what if this position is yours next year?"

After reading the letter, Zicomo offered words of comfort.

"What if this new teacher gets re-elected? Wouldn't that mean I'd be out of the picture?"

Snape voiced his concerns.

"Then you have even less to worry about. The new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher this semester is all show and no substance."

Snape: ? ? ?

"I didn't know anything about this. Where did you get this information from?"

"In Diagon Alley, that new teacher is holding a big book signing there. I bet the Daily Prophet will report on it tomorrow."

Given Lockhart's personality, he will most likely announce that he will be taking up a position at Hogwarts.

After all, he came here to gain prestige, and he was eager for everyone to know about it.

Upon hearing the words "4.5" and "signing event," Snape knew who it was.