Chapter 104:
The idea of making Dumbledore look like a fool attracted Draco. He had grown up with stories of the man and he had picked up on his family’s dislike for him. He knew a lot of it stemmed from the war, but he had also heard about how unfair the man was - how he would look the other way for his favoured students while persecuting those he deemed Dark. His father called him the greatest manipulator in the world. Knowing Harry and his friends also disliked him, or at least didn’t trust him, was a great relief. "And my mother," Blaise said, sharing a look with Draco. Although Neutral, Blaise’s mother disliked Dumbledore and his hypocritical ways. He preaches equality and unity yet he enforces division.
"If his lessons are all like today’s, then I think my aunt would be interested as well, but maybe it was just a one off. He could get better," Susan said, but it was obvious she didn’t really believe her words. However, her loyalty was always something Harry respected, so he couldn’t blame her for her lingering hope.
Harry was internally cheering. If he got them to complain and highlight just how bad of a job Dumbledore was doing, then the old coot’s position would continue to be weakened. That was his main goal; sure, he would love to get out of the peacock’s lessons, but he already had a plan on how to deal with him.
"Do you really think it will work? Not turning up and writing home?" Neville asked looking at the group.
"Who knows? However, I’m going to see if Flitwick will take control of my detention anyway. I have charms next so I can talk to him then - I don’t want to even be near the man. Hopefully, if a few more people complain, he won’t last the year."
"December 21st," Luna said seemly out of nowhere. The rest looked confused but Harry decided to note the date. "No wand core," Pansy said, looking at Luna like she was mental.
"Kelpie hair, actually," Luna said dreamily, making Harry chuckle.
"I may also write to your father, Draco. As a Board member, I’m sure he would be interested."
Draco nodded and smirked. "I’m sure he would."