Chapter 188 Alternative Professor

"Because next school year, the school directors will provide twice the teaching funds as before. Worn-out broomsticks and earmuffs that have been used for decades can be replaced with new ones." Rogge explained the root cause of these changes.

After Easter, Lucius decisively resigned from the school board and used his last right to recommend Jessica to fill the vacancy.

The first thing the Travis family did after joining the school board was to inject large sums of money. In front of the golden Gallon, other school directors immediately greeted the new director with smiles.

Without the constraints of Malfoy, the school directors no longer restricted Dumbledore's teaching philosophy and provided ample funding for Hogwarts.

Both the school and the school board are happy to see Malfoy leave and warmly welcome the new sponsor. What made Dumbledore feel that there was a flaw in the ointment was that Lady Jessica's speech was very fatal.

Because Jessica made it clear that the school board could not interfere with the school's teaching philosophy and management, but it had the right to review the professors appointed by Dumbledore to ensure that they were qualified.

"At the last meeting, the principal almost got scolded." Rogge said and laughed. No matter how hard his mother forced him, Dumbledore was determined to appoint Lupine as the new professor.

"Ah?" Daphne looked at Roger in disbelief, "Does anyone dare to blame Dumbledore?"

"Yes, it's the great Ms. Jessica." Rogge explained. "Ever since I entered school, she has been complaining that it is too dangerous here. Every time she goes home, she complains."

"When I joined the board of directors this time, my mother took the opportunity to lose her temper at Dumbledore. She scolded our Defense Against the Dark Arts professor. He is a dangerous person, a person seeking fame, and not a serious wizard at all."

"Is this Lupin?" Daphne asked curiously.

"Yes, he is not a normal wizard." Rogge answered calmly, but did not reveal Lupine's identity as a werewolf.

Once this secret is revealed, Lupine will never even think about coming to Hogwarts. Because werewolves are contagious, and once bitten, they will transform on a moonlit night. If he goes crazy and attacks students, the consequences will be disastrous.

Lady Jessica learned of Lupine's true identity through her son, so she clearly opposed Dumbledore's appointment at the last school board meeting.

"Can he teach at night?" Mrs. Jessica stared at Dumbledore and asked seriously.

Although she was grateful to the principal, she would not let her son stay with an infected person. Dumbledore was stunned for a moment. He didn't expect Jessica to know Lupine's werewolf identity.

"Of course!" Dumbledore replied firmly, "I will guarantee the safety of all students with my life and honor."

The two stared at each other, neither of them giving in. The other school directors did not expect that their first meeting would be so explosive.

The Travis family not only took the place of the Malfoy family, but also donated more funds, which made Mrs. Jessica's words very powerful. Especially since this woman is the president of the Magic Chamber of Commerce, her energy and authority cannot be underestimated.

"Principal, you should also know that curse. If something goes wrong during the course, do you still have to find another professor to take over the course?

The school board received a letter from students saying that because Professor Snape was too hard in taking two courses, he became mentally violent and even tended to be depressed. "

Dumbledore was stunned for a moment, depressed? Snape had been happy for more than half a year, and he wished he could continue to serve as his temporary successor.

"Curse is just nonsense." Dumbledore made his attitude towards curse clear.

"But no professor can survive a year in peace. Even if Lockhart deserved it, he suffered the cruelest punishment.

If Defense Against the Dark Arts does not have a stable professor, who will ensure that students can successfully pass the fifth grade exam? Who will ensure their ability to face the darkness of the future? "

Jessica's words resonated with everyone. Just after the trial of Riddle's diary, everyone was worried about Voldemort's return.

"Principal, the school board has absolute trust in you. In theory, we should not interfere with the professor you choose. But Mr. Luping, his resume is blank. Even if I believe your recommendation, but..."

"I believe in Lupine. He will become a good professor and teach every student well. I assure you and everyone sitting here that the students will be safe and sound." Dumbledore's voice was full of confidence and full of confidence. Contagious.

Jessica stared into Dumbledore's blue eyes and read a determination in him. But she still doesn't want a werewolf to become her son's professor. Rogge's safety is her bottom line.

The conference room fell into silence, and others watched the duel between them quietly.

Jessica suddenly remembered that Roger had mentioned it. If there is one person in the world that Dumbledore least wants to see, it is Grindelwald of Nurmengard.

"Okay." Jessica took a deep breath and took a step back, "Principal, if something goes wrong, can we personally arrange for a Defense Against the Dark Arts professor?"

Dumbledore suddenly felt uneasy. He stared at Jessica closely, not understanding what was causing it.

"I agree."

"Me too!"

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Other school directors expressed support. They were almost driven crazy by their discussion. How could a Defense Against the Dark Arts professor do this for so long?

Everyone looked at each other and quickly agreed to Jessica's proposal to end the meeting as soon as possible.

Seeing that the twelve school directors had reached a consensus, Dumbledore thought for a while and finally nodded in agreement, "Okay, Mrs. Jessica. If necessary, the school board can personally participate in the selection of professors for the Defense Against the Dark Arts course."

"Mrs. Jessica, can I ask about the wizard you recommended?"

Dumbledore's question also represents the voice of others. Everyone is curious about who the Travis family wants to recommend to become the Defense Against the Dark Arts professor.

"Please rest assured that he will definitely become a competent professor. Even if there is a curse, he can get through it safely. I believe that you will recognize his talent." Jessica's smile looked confident, which made Dumbledore Increasingly uneasy.

"It can't be..." Dumbledore suddenly thought of someone and stood up in shock.

Suppose there is a wizard in the magic world that he can recognize and who is perfectly qualified to take the Defense Against the Dark Arts class, and it is none other than Gehlot Grindelwald, who is imprisoned in Nurmengard.

However, Grindelwald is a prisoner and is considered an extremely dangerous dark wizard. How can he be released?

Dumbledore stared at Jessica: "This is very dangerous, you are playing with fire!"

Jessica smiled slightly and responded: "Principal, times have changed, and his thoughts can no longer make any ripples. Do you think that castle can imprison him?"

"Speaking of playing with fire? What about you?"

Jessica's question left Dumbledore speechless for a long time. After a long silence, he said softly: "He won't come out. I understand him."

The others looked at each other, wondering who they were talking about. In fact, everyone was confused at the beginning. He neither understood why Lady Jessica was firmly against Lupin, nor why Dumbledore was so shocked.

"What if you don't choose Lupin? Or even choose someone else..." Jessica stared at Dumbledore, trying unwillingly.

Dumbledore took a deep breath, "I have a reason to choose him. This will be very helpful in defeating Voldemort."

"Well, let's hope the curse is gone." Jessica smiled and expressed her blessing. She walked into the fireplace and waved, and the meeting ended.