Upon hearing this, Professor McGonagall was so angry she laughed, "Was that asking for permission? That was an announcement!"
Realizing the situation was not good, Karl immediately activated his backup plan, sighing with a feigned sorrowful expression.
"Actually, Minerva, I visited the White Sand Street Orphanage and delivered some supplies there."
Professor McGonagall: (⊙_⊙)
Hearing Karl say this, and seeing him look so sad, Cat Mom's concern instantly outweighed her anger. She regretted losing her temper at her cat cub without first clarifying the situation.
Professor McGonagall immediately walked over and hugged Karl, gently stroking his head.
"Ah—so that's it. I'm sorry, child, it's my fault. I just—"
"Don't apologize, Minerva, you just care about me too much, I understand."
Karl looked up, his expression a little pitiful, "It's just that I haven't eaten yet. Can I go to the Great Hall first?"
This made Professor McGonagall even more heartbroken. Her cat cub was too sensible! How could he be hungry?
"Of course you can! Go quickly!"
"Mhm!"
Karl turned and walked towards the door, the corner of his mouth curling into a smile that was harder to suppress than an AK.
What do you call an acting master?
Soft-hearted Cat Mom! Easily manipulated!
Relying on his superb acting skills, Karl successfully escaped a predicament and was even given a holiday by Professor McGonagall, excusing him from several days of Transfiguration homework.
Hehe! This was truly like Qin Shi Huang eating Sichuan peppercorns and touching a live wire—winning so hard he was numb beyond belief!
He was happy all afternoon. When night fell, Karl left the Hufflepuff dormitory and headed to the Principal's office.
After all, he had just destroyed one of Lord Voldemort's Horcruxes, so he definitely needed to report it to Dumbledore.
He also planned to hand over the fragments of Slytherin's locket so that he could use the stone of destiny to repair it.
As for why he didn't go during the day, but waited until night…
It was actually because Karl cared about Dumbledore and was worried that the old man would stay up late without rest, so he went to persuade him.
Yep! That's it!
Walking up the marble staircase, when he reached the fifth floor, Karl heard faint talking.
He frowned, drew his wand, and walked towards the source of the sound.
In a disused classroom, Harry and Dumbledore were sitting on the floor, talking.
"...It is wrong to dwell on illusory dreams and forget real life. You must remember that. Now, you should put on this wonderful Invisibility Cloak and go back to sleep."
Harry obediently stood up, "Professor Dumbledore, may I ask you a question?"
Dumbledore smiled gently, "Of course."
"What do you see when you look in the mirror?"
"Hmm—a thick pair of wool socks, because I never seem to have enough socks."
Dumbledore sighed with a hint of distress, "Although Karl sends me wool socks at Christmas, those socks either roar or cry, forcing me to change and wash them frequently."
Harry: (⊙_⊙)
Respected Professor, aren't you revealing your bad living habits?
But the name "Karl" just mentioned? Is it Karl O'Linn?
Harry was a little curious. He had heard that name many times from Ron, Hagrid, and the Weasley Brothers.
He knew this was a very powerful young Wizard who had once used flames to burn a colony of Acromantulas.
It seemed that because of this incident, Ron showed great admiration for Karl O'Linn.
"That's right, a child with immense talent, far surpassing this old man."
Dumbledore's tone was very pleasant, and he winked at Karl, who had entered the room, with a smile.
"Thank you for your praise, Mr. Principal. Although I don't know if it's true, I believe it."
Karl came before Harry and extended his hand, "Hello, Mr. Potter, I am Karl O'Linn."
Harry was stunned for a moment, then became a little flustered.
Finally, under Dumbledore's encouraging gaze, he shook Karl's hand.
"Hello, Mr. Orolin, it's nice to meet you. I'm Harry Potter."
"Of course—you can call me Harry."
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