Hogwarts, morning, the weather was clear and cold.

After breakfast, the young wizards didn't leave as usual.

A certain eager excitement filled the Great Hall, everyone looking forward to the inaugural Inter-House Tournament that was about to begin, chatting excitedly. Although Hogwarts had undergone many changes in the past two years, a brand-new permanent activity like this was a first.

The various House-themed vegetable gardens could be considered half of one, but compared to quietly cultivating, the young wizards obviously preferred unleashing their magical powers in combat.

"Who do you think will win this time?"

"I'm betting on Gryffindor, they have so much experience in dueling."

"Statistically, Slytherin actually has a higher win rate—Gryffindor just has more matches."

"Shouldn't you be cheering for Gryffindor? After all, your idiot is in there..."

"Well, precisely because of that, I don't have much confidence."

In the Great Hall of Hogwarts, the young wizards were chattering in low voices about the upcoming competition.

As time went on, most students became familiar with how to use the "Student Handbook," and the point redemption content listed on the last page obviously became the second pursuit of the young wizards, besides their academic performance. In addition to frantically completing tasks every day, the "Student Handbook" points could also be increased by betting on "School Competitions," and this Inter-House Tournament obviously fell into the category of "School Competitions."

Of course, this relaxed mood was limited to Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw, who were just watching from the sidelines today.

The young wizards of Gryffindor and Slytherin mostly wore solemn expressions, occasionally exchanging tense glances across the hall.

This was a comprehensive practical confrontation spanning seven grades. If one side was completely defeated in the competition, it would be tantamount to confirming that one side was completely crushed. For the two Houses that already disliked each other, this was undoubtedly the most unacceptable outcome.

However, on the other hand, the winning side would be able to strut around and "rub it in their faces."

Ding ding ding—

At the staff table, Professor McGonagall finally finished her conversation with the other professors.

The Deputy Headmistress of Hogwarts stood up and tapped the owl lectern, signaling everyone to be quiet.

"Now, the participating students from both Houses will come forward in turn. You will first gather at the Quidditch pitch—Professor Flitwick will conduct a simple inspection before you enter and apply some protective magic... Before that, I have a few words to say to you."

Professor McGonagall looked solemnly at the young wizards in front of her, divided into two groups.

"The significance of the Inter-House Tournament lies in the exchange of learning outcomes and the resolution of conflicts."

"Especially in this special period, the school hopes that everyone can further master knowledge through the form of the Inter-House Tournament, understand how to cooperate, so that they can calmly and rationally deal with difficulties and crises after leaving the campus. Therefore, I require you to always remember one thing during the confrontation, the person standing opposite you is a classmate you can rely on and trust in the future, not an irreconcilable enemy."

"If the professors and prefects find that you have the intention of killing or torturing others during the confrontation, we will terminate the competition process immediately and directly impose a default judgment—and Hogwarts does not allow any students to privately research or use Dark Arts."

She surveyed the students in the hall, her voice gradually becoming stern, her eyes as sharp as an eagle.

"I must emphasize again, this is Hogwarts' bottom line, and it will result in immediate expulsion!"

With the resurgence of dark magic forces, Hogwarts would inevitably be affected to some extent sooner or later. Rather than vaguely and passively restricting students, it was better to tell everyone from the beginning where the red lines that could not be crossed were. This was also one of the suggestions given by Erina yesterday.

Goo </span> It must be admitted that, putting aside the age issue, Erina was even clearer than McGonagall in some aspects.

Was this...the true "prophet"?

Professor McGonagall glanced thoughtfully at the white-haired dumpling sitting obediently in the crowd.

During Dumbledore's absence from Hogwarts, the two had temporarily reached a consensus of cooperation and mutual benefit, but just as she would not tell Erina about the deeper secrets of the Order of the Phoenix and the school, Erina had not fully confessed the future she saw—the two were more like dividing the work, one person was responsible for fully coordinating the school, and the other was responsible for strengthening and communicating the surrounding environment of the school, with each having intersections and precautions.

In fact, if Voldemort had not been resurrected and the magical world had not suddenly become severe, Minerva McGonagall would not have planned to promote the Inter-House Tournament on a large scale in her heart, but the Ministry of Magic was really unreliable, and she had to consider more for the students.

More importantly, Professor Dumbledore had sent another letter via phoenix last night.

Professor McGonagall's eyes flickered, she looked away from Erina, and continued to say to the whole school.

"In short, after this Inter-House Tournament, the 'Chamber' below Hogwarts Castle will be gradually opened to each House."

"Gryffindor and Slytherin will first divide 50% of the Chamber's development rights according to the results of this Tournament, and brew 'Elixir of Life' under the supervision of the school. As for the remaining 50% of the area rights, they will be settled according to each House's 'Chamber Development Points'..."

Since the Basilisk was destroyed, Salazar Slytherin's Chamber had been vacant.

Although the students of each House showed a high degree of cooperation in cleaning and tidying up, conflicts naturally broke out when it came to decorating and developing. After discussions between Dumbledore and the professors, the school simply turned this land into a new student activity area at Hogwarts.

And Erina preferred to use another description: Hogwarts "Homeland System" version update.

As the Goblin Queen of Gringotts, money was just a tool for her.

However, Erina did not intend to equate points with "money."

The "school points" of Hogwarts should have more functions. Compared with simply redeeming personal items, the enrichment of personal spiritual needs after the opening of the "Homeland System" was Erina's real purpose, whether it was the Hogwarts Inter-House Tournament, daily task point rewards...

These must circulate continuously like flowing streams before they can truly penetrate into every student of Hogwarts.

And more importantly, these ripples, it is best to spread out little by little, such as...

"In addition to the Inter-House Tournament, there is one more thing today."

Professor McGonagall smiled slightly, looked at the chattering young wizards, and cleared her throat.

"If nothing unexpected happens, your parents should arrive one after another before noon..."

"After the Inter-House Tournament, the school will hold a simple parent-teacher conference to briefly introduce everyone's usual learning situation at school, and strengthen the home-school linkage as much as possible during this special period. Miss Kaslana will be responsible for the specific reception work..."

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