Chapter 202: The Dark Wizard in the Forbidden Forest
Professor Flitwick looked unusually serious, his tension so palpable that it seemed as if an out-of-control dragon might appear at any moment. Some older students approached him to ask what was happening, but he remained tight-lipped, urging everyone to return to the castle quickly.
As the students moved back toward the castle, whispers filled the air. Most speculated that the source of trouble had something to do with Professor Quirrell, the Defence Against the Dark Arts teacher.
"It must be him!" declared Gemma Farley with conviction. "Nearly every major incident at Hogwarts has something to do with the Defence Against the Dark Arts professor."
"And Quirrell didn't even show up to watch the match today," someone added. "Last time, he said he loved Quidditch, so it's strange he wasn't there!"
"Do you think Professor Quirrell might be like that dark wizard, Oren, who was here last year?" someone asked nervously.
"Or maybe he's a Death Eater!"
"Stop it, you're giving me the chills..."
"Let's hurry back to the castle," said another, trying to reassure the group. "Professor Dumbledore's there, so even if it is a Death Eater, we're safe."
With that thought, the young wizards felt somewhat comforted as they crowded into the castle.
Kyle was also in the crowd, but instead of heading back to the common room, he slipped away from Professor Sprout's sight and moved closer to the Gryffindor team.
"Kyle?" Fred and George noticed him instantly, eyes lighting up with excitement. "Do you know something?" George whispered. "If you've got a plan, don't forget to include Fred and me!"