Huh? There's a magic school here.

One astonishing piece of news after another, and the students at the conference table began to whisper among themselves.

"Benhard, what's wrong with the principal? It's inevitable to open new courses, and it's understandable that we're enrolling more students, since we're a school meant to teach and nurture people. But why are we enrolling so many foreigners, including some from China?"

"I don't know, Principal Andres may have his own considerations. Let's hear what Principal Andres has to say first, it seems like he hasn't finished speaking yet."

“Melissa, we’re going to have foreign students with us soon. I’ve heard that people in the US don’t really follow the rules.”

"Really? They seem alright in the movies. I'm more worried about the Russians; I've heard they're very aggressive and love to fight!"

"Really? That's fake. Don't worry, we're wizards, why would we be afraid of freshmen!"

Seeing that the young wizards' discussion was getting more and more off-topic, Professor McGonagall cleared her throat.

"Please be quiet for a moment, we still have something to say."

All eyes turned to Andres again, and seeing that everyone had quieted down, Andres spoke again.

"Since there are so many things to do next semester, the school hopes that you can take on certain responsibilities. For example, the student council should play a role in maintaining discipline among students."

“No problem, Principal Andres. This is something we should do anyway, and we were planning to do it even if you hadn’t said anything. The reason Diane and I haven’t taken any action this semester is because there are too few students in our class. We don’t need that many people to help, and we don’t have enough people either. But after a year, the five-year students will be a year older, and we can help them next semester.”

"Yes, don't just recruit returning students. You should also recruit some new students and international students. This will help you carry out your work."

“Okay, Principal Andres. We’ll stay after the meeting to discuss this.”

"Oh, right, there's one more thing. It's not mandatory, and I'll figure something out if you refuse. I'd like you to help with home visits to local students during the summer holidays, like Professor McGonagall and I did last year. Since we'll be going abroad to bring students back, I'd appreciate it if you could use your holidays to help out. Of course, we won't take your help for free. In addition to reimbursing your expenses during this time, you'll also receive a salary of five thousand pounds."

“Principal Andres, we need to discuss this before we can answer you, but I personally would be willing to accept this well-paid job.”

"Alright, that's all for today. I hope you can give me a reply as soon as possible, as well as your student council's plans and proposals."

After saying this, Andres left with Professor McGonagall, leaving the rest of the time to Darius. As Andres and the others departed, the students' chatter resumed.

"Darius, why does Hogwarts admit so many international students?"

The first to speak was Halken Miller, the prefect of Slytherin.

"I don't know either. Like everyone else, I just heard it from Principal Andres. My guess is that Principal Andres wants to establish a presence in these countries."

"Cloth? What's the use of cloth?"

"I don't know. Anyway, if these international students graduate smoothly and return to their home countries, do you think it's a good thing or a bad thing for Hogwarts?"

"It's hard to say, but at least they shouldn't be on the opposite side of us."

"Yes, that's it."

"Then what do we do?"

It was Melissa who raised the question.

"That's a good question! What should we do? I think we must set up the student union this semester. It can't just be the two of us anymore. We have to consider whether we can keep these international students in check next year. I've heard that the students from China are alright; they don't seem to like participating in political groups. But those self-righteous beacons of the United States are a different story."

The Slytherins, who valued honor highly, agreed with Darius's statement.

“Daris is right. We must maintain control over the student council. Although we can initially have the upper hand over them, it is inevitable that they will band together and rebel once they become stronger. Therefore, I suggest that we gather some people to suppress others.”

"Harken is right, pull some and suppress others. But who should we pull and who should we suppress? And isn't it too early for us to talk about these things now?"

Bernhard asked, in his opinion that Darius and the others might be overreacting.

Ricardo Geese, the Ravenclaw male prefect, thought for a moment and then stepped forward to offer his analysis.

"It's actually quite easy to understand. Planning ahead is a good thing, so we won't be scrambling in the second half of the year. You know, besides these things, our studies will also be very demanding. So, while we have time now, let's plan ahead. For example, among the other four countries, the people of the United States are of the same race and ethnicity as us, but they also have a spirit of adventure and rebellion. If there is any competition or confrontation, it will be them. Then there's the other major country, China. They've always been at odds with the United States, so we just need to maintain a balance between them. France and us across the strait have been in a love-hate relationship for hundreds of years, only making peace in recent decades. As for Russia, well, they're barbarians!"

"So Ricardo's idea is to win over Chinese students to compete with American students, and it would be even better if we could suppress the French and Russians and use them for our own purposes?"

Upon hearing this, Diane also shared her thoughts.

Darius picked up the conversation and continued.

"Pretty much. In short, the student union must be in our hands. And I suggest that we all take some time this summer to visit the homes of freshmen. Local students are our base, and we must make good use of them, especially the students who are in the same three-year program as us. They just graduate a year later than us, and they may become our colleagues or comrades-in-arms."

After saying this, Darius fell silent, giving the others time to discuss.

“Joanna, what do you think? I think Darius is overthinking other things, but visiting new students’ homes is much more meaningful. Not only is there a reward of five thousand pounds, but it’s also a good work experience. Perhaps we’ll stay at Hogwarts to teach after graduation. Then this experience will be very beneficial.”

"I think it's fine. I don't care much about politics or rights and stuff. I just want to enjoy my time at Hogwarts. You know, it's only three years, and the first year is almost over!"

“Then let’s go on home visits, and while we’re at it, we can also take a tour of the whole of Great Britain.”

"it is good!"

“Daris! Joanna and I have agreed to do home visits to freshmen’s homes this summer. As for student council matters, we don’t plan to get involved. Just tell us how you plan to do it.”