#28 - Chapter 28 Investigation Objectives
Charlie kicked off the ground powerfully, and the flying broom shot out with a whoosh, like an arrow leaving the bow.
Watching his flying posture, Sebastian praised in his heart.
He flies very well.
He deserves to be the Gryffindor Quidditch captain!
After withdrawing his gaze from Charlie, he called the number 2 player to his side and instructed him:
"After Charlie flies through the number 12 ring, the number 1 ring will turn green again, then you can set off."
"No problem, Professor. I've already completely understood the rules after looking at the scoreboard."
After speaking, this Slytherin little wizard sat on his flying broom and began to wait nervously.
At this moment, Charlie sat on his flying broom, his ears filled with the whistling sound of the wind.
He tried his best to maintain his balance, concentrating on controlling the flying broom, perfectly passing through one ring after another.
After a rapid climb, and successfully passing through the number 10 ring, Charlie slightly adjusted his body.
Damn it!
It felt like I just touched the ring!
Need to concentrate!
Next, I will arrive at the first difficult point—the number 11 ring.
Should I slow down to pass?
After hesitating slightly, Charlie made up his mind.
He decided to take a gamble!
He lowered his body, almost sticking to the flying broom, tightly gripping the wooden handle of the flying broom with both hands, and swooped down from a high altitude.
His eyes were fixed on the number 11 ring, silently calculating the distance in his mind.
Closer,
Even closer,
Now!
Charlie suddenly pulled up the flying broom, causing it to begin to decelerate.
Under the effect of inertia, he successfully passed through the number 11 ring, then he controlled the flying broom, suddenly accelerated, and flew out close to the water surface.
"Wow!!!"
The little wizards watching the battle cheered.
Such a beautiful operation.
They thought Charlie would rush into the water at such a high speed!
"Great, Charlie!"
"Beautiful flying!"
The little wizards jumped and shouted happily, and even the Slytherin students were impressed by Charlie's difficult movements and applauded.
After Charlie passed through the number 12 ring, the Slytherin little wizard ranked number 2 rushed out in a hurry.
Waving his hand to summon the number 3 player who had been waiting on the sidelines, Sebastian said to Professor McGonagall:
"Professor, I think Charlie is flying very well. If there are no accidents, he will definitely occupy a spot on the school team."
Professor McGonagall couldn't close her mouth happily: "I have always been optimistic about this child, and I have always suggested that he become a professional Quidditch player after graduation."
Speaking, Professor McGonagall frowned slightly and asked suspiciously:
"Sebastian, I have a question about the scoreboard.
Why does the time between two rings need to be recorded after Charlie's name? Isn't it enough to only record the total flight time?"
Hearing Professor McGonagall's question, the little wizards all pricked up their ears and praised in their hearts at the same time.
Professor, you understand us too well.
We also have this question.
We wanted to ask a long time ago!
Sebastian explained patiently:
"Professor McGonagall, the placement of each two rings is particular.
Different placements examine different flying skills.
Let's take Charlie as an example.
Do you see that his speed through rings 23, 24, and 25 has slowed down a lot?
This shows that Charlie is still lacking in continuous rapid turning.
Recording the time it takes to pass through each ring can directly show the flying shortcomings of the little wizards."
Speaking of this, Sebastian smiled slightly and looked at Charlie who was flying closer and closer.
"If I directly tell Charlie, your continuous rapid turning is not good, he may not be convinced.
After all, people generally cannot accept others pointing out their shortcomings.
Now, with these numbers, I don't need to waste my breath.
Because, one's own results will not deceive oneself."
Hearing this explanation, the little wizards suddenly understood.
No wonder!
The first selection was set up so complicated.
It turns out that there are different assessment items.
Professor Swann is so awesome.
Even the selection competition can explain so many principles!
After listening to Professor Swann's words, some Quidditch team captains were a little embarrassed.
They thought of the selection methods of the Quidditch team in previous years.
Compared with Professor Swann, it was really too childish......
Professor Swann is really professional.
No wonder he can become the most powerful Seeker in the world.
Fred from Gryffindor said loudly:
"No wonder I thought Charlie was flying a little slow just now. It turns out that rapid turning is his weakness!"
George also chimed in: "Turning fast is really fast! Who can't accelerate when flying in a straight line!"
Sebastian directed Charlie to land, and after he stood firm, he congratulated him: "3 minutes and 11 seconds, not bad!"
Charlie glanced at the scoreboard and asked anxiously: "Professor, isn't there three chances? When will I fly the second time? I think I can fly faster!"
"Don't worry, you go and rest first. I will call you after the number 28 player sets off!"
At this moment, in Sebastian's magical perception, the number 4 player had a small problem.
Splash!
A huge splash of water was splashed under the number 11 ring.
The little wizards clamored, shouting:
"Professor, someone fell into the water, please save him!"
Sebastian stretched out his wand and pointed it at the water surface under the number 11 ring, and the little wizard who fell into the water floated up from the water.
Then, he gently rotated his wrist and used a drying charm on the little wizard.
It would be bad to catch a cold.
The little wizard floating in the air felt a little dazed.
He shook his head to clear his head.
Oh! The professor saved me!
A warmth struck, and he felt that the clothes on his body became dry again.
Looking at the flying broom still in his hand, he quickly rode on it and accelerated towards the next ring.
After this little episode, the players became cautious, fearing that the next one to make a fool of themselves would be themselves.
......
After the number 28 player took off for the third time, several second-year little wizards surrounded Sebastian.
"Professor, we also want to participate in the selection!" Fred shouted loudly.
"Yes! We also want to try!" The other little wizards echoed.
Seeing Fred and George in the lead, Professor McGonagall was a little tempted and persuaded:
"Sebastian, why not let them try?"
They will participate in the recruitment of teams in various colleges next week, and trying now will make it easier next week.
If you are tired, you can go and rest first, and I will help you watch."
Sebastian raised his wrist and looked at the time.
11:16.
It's still early!
He raised his head and said to the little wizards generously:
"No problem! Maybe we can find one or two geniuses!"
