Chapter -81.
"Once you step into the four houses, each one gets a label. As I mentioned before, aside from a few special cases, there's really no conflict among the little wizards. It's just how things are done, and everyone tends to follow along."
This approach also has a psychological effect on each student, especially during sorting, almost like a gentle nudge for every new student.
You might think, "Oh, I'm in Hufflepuff because I'm not as clever," but maybe you're just someone who values honesty and loyalty. Or if you find yourself in Slytherin, it might be because you're ambitious and determined.
"Look at that Slytherin! They must be up to no good. As a noble Gryffindor, we should teach them a lesson."
"Professor Dumbledore, how many Gryffindors really think like that?"
When people actively seek out conflict, it's amazing how quickly things can turn sour, isn't it? This is what we call blind conformity among humans.
Interestingly, Salazar's good friend Godric once described him as someone with a strong sense of justice. The more you dive into the history of magic, the more the sorting of the four houses seems a bit silly.
Snape nodded in agreement, but he still planned to deduct points from Gryffindor in the future—principles are principles, after all.
"Is Slytherin really all that bad?"
Dudley chimed in. During his time in Slytherin, he found that while some folks could be a bit petty or power-hungry, most were just fine. Seniors like Carlo were quite reasonable.
And as for the idea that Slytherins are all about dark magic, well, maybe you should ask the Dark Lord how often he runs into the greatest white wizard.
Sure, some people might be born with a bit of a dark streak, but that's pretty rare. The behavior of Slytherins often comes from their families and surroundings.
The environment plays a huge role in shaping a little wizard. It's not so much that they have these traits from the start; it's more that after joining one of the four houses, their thoughts start to align with what's expected of them.
You could be in Slytherin, and after years in Gryffindor, you might graduate as the same person, but you'd still be different. The principle of Meng Mu's three relocations really shows how much influence the environment has on kids.
Dudley's insights left both the headmaster and a professor a bit taken aback; these were thoughts they hadn't really considered before.
"And about Hogwarts' teaching philosophy, I'm not sure what Professor Dumbledore thinks, but I really don't agree with it."
Most teachers at Hogwarts tend to overlook the rivalry between the four houses, as long as it doesn't get too out of hand. Usually, they just ignore it, which can lead to some serious issues like bullying or school violence.
Going to Hogwarts is all about education, but what does that really mean?
"The main goal of education is to help people grow!"
If you're just teaching facts without instilling good values, that's a recipe for failure. Especially when little wizards first arrive at Hogwarts, it's a crucial time for shaping their worldview.
They spend way more time at Hogwarts than at home, especially during the school year. Seven years to build their worldview, and it could all go to waste.
Look at Slytherin; it's almost turning into a breeding ground for dark wizards. With just one command, they could all rally together.
This is Hogwarts, the most renowned magic school in Europe, yet some graduates end up betraying their own and joining the enemy.
Is that normal? Definitely not! If you told regular folks about it, they'd probably laugh.
Hogwarts seems to teach a lot, but it also feels like it's missing the mark.
You can point out what's wrong, but if you don't show them the right way, what's the point?
In short, this group of wizards is really lacking in education and can't properly guide the next generation. They've built a school that shares knowledge but doesn't teach how to be a good person.
The values instilled in wizards are all over the place. Sure, Dumbledore is a powerful wizard, but when it comes to educating the next generation, he's really falling short.
These deep thoughts had Dumbledore pondering once more. At that moment, he felt a flicker of recognition in Dudley.
Without thinking, he asked, "So what do you think we should do?"
Dumbledore had gone from being curious to deeply reflective, completely absorbed in what he was hearing. He had sensed something special about Dudley during their first meeting, but he never expected him to be this remarkable. If you asked Dudley, he'd say he was just standing on the shoulders of giants—these ideas have been around for a long time.
"I have three ideas:"
"First, let's shake things up! We need to break down the barriers and stop discrimination, creating a unified system for all four houses."
"Education should be inclusive!"
"It shouldn't matter who you are or how much money you have; everyone deserves equal treatment!"
"Every young wizard is their own person, free from labels!"
"We should not only share knowledge but also teach them good values, truly nurturing the next generation of excellence."
His voice was strong and passionate. If they could pull this off, the wizards they raised would surely become the backbone of the wizarding world. The idea of merging the four houses at Hogwarts was a bold move that even the greatest minds hadn't considered.
After a moment of silence, Dumbledore shook his head with a hint of regret, "I'm sorry, but I can't do that."
"These rules were set when the four founders established Hogwarts."
"I'm just the headmaster; I can only make changes if I have the backing of those four."
Dumbledore was the head of Hogwarts, but that was all he was—just the headmaster. It wasn't just about authority; there were many factors holding him back.
"My second idea: let's reform the school's system."
The principle is the same: break the old rules and create a new order.
"I'm sorry, Dudley, but I can't..." Dumbledore shook his head again.
As the so-called greatest white wizard, he felt constrained, which made Dudley raise an eyebrow. He couldn't help but wonder if this guy really was the strongest wizard in the world. After a moment of silence and hesitation, Dudley spoke up again:
"I have a third idea."
"Let's set up a disciplinary committee!"
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