Dumbledore listened intently as Newt spoke about Kain, and after thinking for a while, he asked, "If that's the case, his strength would be enough to teach the second-year Defense Against the Dark Arts class. But Newt, do you think Mr. Pent would be willing to come to Hogwarts as a professor?"
Newt waved his hand dismissively and replied, "Of course, Dumbledore. The professors at Hogwarts have access to the library and even the Forbidden Section. With Mr. Pent's financial resources, I believe you could even invite him as a Hogwarts trustee. Mr. Pent also seems to have a Muggle-born goddaughter."
"Yes, she's in the first year... Hermione Granger. I heard she excels in every class."
Dumbledore paused thoughtfully. Since Quirrell's incident, he had been pondering who to invite as the new professor.
He already had one candidate in mind and had been considering extending an invitation. But after reading Newt's letter and hearing his suggestion, Dumbledore now hesitated.
Newt's proposal also moved him a little. One was a genius with the potential to grow into the most powerful wizard and may even become the school trustee at Hogwarts; the other could expose the liar's deceit at Hogwarts, returning the truth to the wizards who had been misled.
"Dumbledore? Do you have someone in mind to invite? If so, you don't need to worry about my proposal. It might be that my news came too late."
After seeing Dumbledore's expression, Newt guessed what he was thinking. He didn't want to embarrass Dumbledore, so he took the initiative to speak.
This was just his own suggestion, and it was uncertain whether Mr. Pent would agree.
"No, your proposal is very good, Newt."
Dumbledore quickly decided. There were other ways to expose Lockhart, but this seemed like the only viable path to get Pent involved with Hogwarts.
As he'd said, he would try his best to promote Kain Pent to become a board director at Hogwarts.
Recently, pure-blood families had been using the influence of the school board and the Ministry of Magic to interfere with the normal operation of Hogwarts. If Kain was interested, Dumbledore believed the school board could become more functional.
"I will visit Mr. Pent in the near future. Newt, thank you."
Newt smiled. "As long as I can help, Dumbledore."
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"Godfather, you can actually cast spells silently and without a wand! This is simply amazing! According to the knowledge in the books, this is advanced magic that's only possible for N.E.W.T students, and yet you can do both."
Kain watched the Daily Prophet while listening to Hermione's enthusiastic praise for her godfather.
After the summer vacation began, this became the norm. Hermione had no interest in traveling to the common areas, so she came to Diagon Alley almost every day at the start of the holidays.
Yesterday, after the Grangers went on a trip, they moved in with all their luggage. Kain could only marvel at how trusting the Grangers were to leave their daughter with him at the age of twelve.
"Hermione, you'll be able to do it in the future. I just have the advantage of my age. At least I'm not as good as you when it comes to brewing potions."
Kain was generous with his praise. Under his influence, Hermione became more interested in potions.
During the holidays, she often studied with Guy, and Hermione's progress surprised him. He felt that with her current pace, she could attempt the N.E.W.Ts exam as early as fourth year.
Ding dong!
Suddenly, the doorbell rang downstairs. Isaac immediately went to open it, while Phil came to the study to report the news to Kain.
Kain and Hermione often liked to stay in the study during the week, as he had many books there.
"It should be the hired wizard who's arrived. Hermione, come and take a look with me."
"Yes, Godfather."
Hermione jumped up like a bunny, then slipped her little feet, wrapped in silk stockings, into the slippers, and followed.
She liked to sit on the ground and read, so it would be uncomfortable to wear shoes at that time. Not to mention, Phil and Isaac cleaned the house very thoroughly every day, and there was almost no dust to be found.
Even without shoes, the soles of her feet wouldn't get dirty.
When they reached the door, Hermione immediately saw a familiar wizard and exclaimed in surprise, "Professor Dumbledore? Why are you here? Did you come to find the godfather?"
Hermione had originally wanted to ask if Dumbledore had come to see her, but since she had helped deliver a letter to him at the start of the school year, she asked that instead.
"Yes, Miss Granger. Mr. Pent, I hope I didn't disturb you by showing up unannounced," Dumbledore said apologetically, realizing he hadn't asked in advance and had just followed Lupin directly to visit.
Kain shook his head and smiled. "Of course not, please come in, Professor Dumbledore, and this is…?"
Remus Lupin quickly reached out to shake hands and said, "Lupin, sir. Remus Lupin. I communicated with you through owl yesterday, and I'm here to apply for a job as a summer tutor."
"Mr. Lupin, Professor Dumbledore, come in and let's talk," Kain invited the two of them inside. He then turned to Hermione and said, "Hermione, please have Phil serve tea and some snacks."
"I see, Godfather."
Hermione was a little excited to see Dumbledore, a great wizard, almost as if she were seeing an idol. She immediately ran to the kitchen after hearing Kain's words.
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