Chapter 634: Ron’s Attitude
The next morning, as people passed through the foyer, they noticed a large notice pinned to the bulletin board by the entrance to the Great Hall.
[Hogwarts High Inquisitor Order]
"In order to regulate school activities, all student organizations, associations, teams, or clubs must be registered with the High Inquisitor (Professor Umbridge)..."
Students on their way to breakfast in the Great Hall gathered around the notice board, discussing the new rule. Confusion spread among them as they wondered why the school had suddenly implemented such a policy, and concern grew over how it might affect their clubs and activities.
Standing outside the crowd, Kyle caught sight of the notice as well.
It seems Umbridge has her own ideas and hasn't fully adopted my suggestions, he thought.
Still, there had been some adjustments. Initially, she had planned to disband all clubs entirely and then reorganize them from scratch. Now, instead of disbanding, she required them to register. While the difference was largely superficial, this approach would save a significant amount of time.
Beside the notice board, a table had been set up where Filch sat, a stack of parchments in front of him.
"Anyone needing to register should come here! I'll take care of it!" Filch announced loudly, a hint of pride in his voice.
"The leader must write down everyone's names, along with the time and location of their activities. No activity can take place until it's registered."
In front of Filch, a long line stretched from the bulletin board to the entrance doors. Cedric stood at the front, finishing his registration just as Kyle glanced over. Spotting him, Cedric hurried over.