Chapter 125: 'Hello Matthew”

Chapter 125: “Hello Matthew”

Severus Snape, the Professor from House of Gryffindor, was a complete surprise to Matthew.

Contrary to his expectations, Professor Snape possessed a good temperament and rarely displayed anger, even in the presence of students who made mistakes.

His enthusiasm for people was also noteworthy; he interacted warmly with students, colleagues, and even ghosts.

On the academic front, some of his perspectives were rather radical, occasionally venturing into risky territories.

In many ways, this version of Severus Snape starkly contrasted Matthews memory of him.

Do you need anything else, Mr. Wickfield? Professor Snape inquired gently as he locked the door. Or do you seem quite troubled? Can I be of assistance?

No its alright, Matthew hurriedly shook his head and explained, I apologize, sir. Im just lost in thought.

Thats alright, Professor Snape smiled, patting Matthew on the shoulder. The Transfiguration you performed in class was impressive. Achieving it on the first attempt is quite commendable.

Youre being too kind, Professor Snape, Matthew replied modestly.

No, Im not exaggerating. Ive heard from a friend that youre quite talented in Transfiguration, Professor Snape said, shaking his head in encouragement. Keep up the good work. See you in the next class.

Goodbye, Professor, Matthew waved his hand.

As Professor Snape departed, Matthew pondered over who the friend Professor Snape had mentioned could be.

With two morning classes and a physical activity session in between, Matthews stomach was growling from hunger. Rushing to the auditorium, he discovered that lunch was already underway.

The lunch spread on the first day of school was abundant, featuring piles of pork chops, beef, and sizable curved sausages.

It seemed as if the kitchen House-elves were welcoming the students return.

While devouring a hefty pork chop, Matthew noticed Draco, Theodore, and Vincent on the other side, engrossed in discussion.

Draco? Matthew called out, Whats going on?

Upon hearing Matthews voice, Draco quickly approached, holding a piece of parchment in his hand. Theodore, Vincent, and Gregory joined them.

Every second Saturday of even weeks was reserved for after-school practices.

Adding the Sunday afternoon dueling club and Sunday evening Slug Club events, his weekends seemed to vanish rapidly.

Monday afternoons were free for Slytherin students, so Matthew initially considered visiting the library.

However, he decided to return to the Slytherin common room first.

With no one else in the dormitory, Matthew ignored what his roommates were doing.

He sat in a soft armchair. After hesitating, Matthew opened his desk drawer, and there it wasa familiar sight.

The yellowed pages and antiquated cover of the book lay quietly within the drawer.

It hadnt moved in half a year.

Matthew had assumed the book would follow him over the summer break after leaving Hogwarts.

Yet, it seemed to have vanished during his visits to Flourish & Blotts Bookstores basement and Room 13 of the Leaky Cauldron.

As if it had lost its magical connection.

Of course, this was ultimately a good thing; no one wants an item following them around like a ghost.

Matthew felt at ease with no one around, pulling the book entirely from the drawer.

As he turned the pages, he dipped a quill into ink and wrote:

Long time no see!

The words quickly vanished.

Within seconds, dark green handwriting in a very familiar script appeared on the page:

Hello, Matthew!