Chapter 166 Lockhart's Self-Knowledge

"Aaron, are you going to the stage soon?" Draco asked excitedly. Crabbe and Goyle beside him were also eager to try.

"I'm not interested in dueling." Aaron fed Abe a piece of snack and said indifferently, "But I'm still interested in learning from other wizards' fighting methods."

"No way!

This opportunity is not always available. With your strength, you will definitely shine as long as you go on stage."

"Forget it! If I wasn't too bored recently, I wouldn't come here."

"Speaking of this..." Draco paused slightly and looked at Aaron meaningfully, "What have you been doing these days?

Every time you return to the common room, you lock yourself in the dormitory and don't come out."

"Well... I'm studying." Aaron said seriously, "That's a kind of Particularly profound magic."

"Okay!" Draco shrugged, then looked at the ring, "I've thought about it, I'll duel with Harry Potter later."

Aaron raised his eyebrows and chuckled, "Is it necessary?"

"If I accidentally lose in the Quidditch game, I have to find my place back somewhere else."

Aaron gave a thumbs up, "Good luck.

By the way, is the duel club hosted by Professor Snape?"

"It seems not, I heard..." Draco said halfway, with a sneer on his face, "He's here."

Aaron looked along Draco's line of sight, and the corner of his eye twitched.

Lockhart, wearing a green and gold robe, stepped onto the ring, surrounded by a group of students behind him. He was particularly proud of himself in the spotlight, and a row of shining teeth could be seen when he smiled.

"Don't tell me he's in charge of this duel club."

Aaron was speechless. He was looking forward to it just now. It's rare for wizards to duel in Hogwarts.

But as soon as Lockhart appeared, his few interests disappeared instantly.

This professor of Defense Against the Dark Arts who can only make fun of others but has no real skills can't teach them anything at all.

"It's surprising!" Draco also found it a little funny to see Aaron's disappointed expression. "I was also surprised when I heard Professor Snape say that.

Lockhart can come up with such a great idea. He is not useless."

"What a waste of my precious time." Aaron said speechlessly.

"At least he built this arena." Draco said meaningfully, "If you don't like it, you can challenge him later."

Aaron was really tempted, but after looking at Lockhart who walked to the center of the arena, he gave up the idea.

He wouldn't have any psychological burden to beat Lockhart, but it would be inappropriate to beat the teacher in public.

"Everyone come here, can you see me?" Lockhart said loudly, "Can you hear me?"

The students in the hall gradually gathered together and surrounded the ring.

"In view of the dark events that have happened in the past few weeks, Dumbledore allowed me to open this duel club to train everyone so that one day you can protect yourself calmly like me.

For full details, please see my book." Lockhart said as he threw his coat under the ring, revealing a set of soft armor lining it, "Let me introduce my assistant, Professor Snape."

Professor Snape was dressed in a black wizard robe, which was no different from his usual dress, but his face was terribly dark.

"Good guy, what a good guy!

He actually knew to find an assistant for himself. It seems that he also knows his own weight." Aaron teased, Lockhart's success is not without reason, it is important for people to know themselves!

"Aaron." Draco winked at him quietly, "Reminder, it's better not to say bad things about Lockhart in public."

Hearing this, Aaron also felt a lot of hostile eyes and quickly restrained his expression.

It's true that Lockhart is a waste, but Hogwarts has a lot of his brainless fans who are addicted to Lockhart's autobiography and unwilling to admit the reality.

"Professor Snape generously agreed to help me demonstrate." Lockhart explained complacently, "Young people, don't worry, I will return your Potions teacher to you intact after the demonstration."

Aaron blinked in surprise and turned to look at Draco, but he also looked confused.

"Don't look at me, I don't know either."

"Where does he get his confidence?"

Although Aaron didn't like Lockhart, he couldn't help but mourn for him in his heart for a second when he saw Professor Snape's slightly raised mouth.

"Could it be that your judgment is wrong?" Draco said unconfidently, "Is there such a possibility?

Lockhart's teaching level is very bad, so bad that it can't be worse, but his practical ability is still good."

"Haha!" Aaron said disdainfully, "I really hope what you said is true, but he can't even deal with the Cornish elves."

Draco thought of the first Defense Against the Dark Arts class this semester, and immediately denied all positive speculations about Lockhart.

There was only one thing he admired, that is, Lockhart's level of suicidal behavior was extraordinary.

He didn't choose from so many professors, but chose the one who was the most ruthless.

On the ring, Lockhart and Snape stood opposite each other and bowed to each other.

Then they drew their wands and held them in front of their chests like swords.

"One, two, three..."

Lockhart just shouted three when he heard Snape shouting the spell: Expelliarmus.

Suddenly, a dazzling red light hit Lockhart's chest.

He flew backwards, flew out of the ring with exclamations, and curled up on the floor.

The surrounding Slytherins applauded and cheered. This was the dean of their college, who knocked Lockhart down with one move.

"I feel a little sorry for him." Draco laughed, "Maybe he himself didn't expect Professor Snape to be so powerful!"

"Who knows!

But I think the result will not change if any professor is replaced."

Lockhart picked up his wand and staggered to his feet.

Although his chest hurt and his hair was messed up, he still acted as if nothing had happened.

"Good demonstration, Professor Snape.

But if I may be frank, your intention is actually very obvious." Lockhart walked forward and said carelessly, "If I want to stop you, it will be effortless."

Snape's face became darker, and even a faint murderous aura appeared in his eyes.

Lockhart obviously felt this, and just when he was about to end this demonstration that would deeply hurt him, a voice came from below that made him tremble.

"Then demonstrate it again, professor." Aaron said, "It's a good opportunity for us all to learn more."

"I have no objection." Snape also looked at Lockhart meaningfully, "I believe our Defense Against the Dark Arts professor will not have any objection either!"

Lockhart's heart skipped a beat, and his expression became a little unnatural.

Aaron Gaius was just looking for trouble. If he agreed, he would definitely be beaten out again. He didn't want to lose face in public.

And Severus Snape, I thought he was taciturn and would follow the script I arranged, but I didn't expect that the other party was a man of few words.

"What should I do?" Lockhart's brain was working quickly. Seeing that many students below were looking expectant, he immediately had an idea in his mind.

He glanced at Aaron, then turned his gaze to Snape, and said seriously: "I admit that this is a pretty good idea.

But this is a club, not a serious class, and we can't deprive the children of their show.

I suggest that the students be divided into groups of two, allowing them to show their talents in their own way, and we will correct them if there is anything wrong."

"What do you think, Professor Snape?"

Although it was a question, Lockhart didn't intend to give Snape a chance to speak, "Okay, that's it."

He turned around and pulled some distance from Snape, and when he was about to reach the other end of the ring, he saw Harry and Ron in the crowd.

"Potter, Weasley, how about you two fight first?"

"That's not a good idea." Snape sneered, "Weasley's wand will have problems even with the simplest spells. We might have to put Potter in a matchbox and send him to the hospital.

Besides, a Gryffindor vs. Gryffindor battle will inevitably be perfunctory, so let's pick someone from my house!

Gaius, come out for a moment. I believe you and Mr. Potter can give us a wonderful duel."

Aaron was stunned for a moment, turned his head and glanced at Draco, "This situation I didn't expect it."

"It doesn't matter, it doesn't matter if it's earlier or later.

If you go on stage, you can also severely dampen Potter's spirit."

"I said, I'm not interested." Aaron said speechlessly, and then raised his right hand, "Professor, I don't really want to fight Harry Potter.

How about Malfoy instead?

Draco has always wanted to fight the famous Harry Potter, I think we should give them a chance."

Snape frowned slightly, but Lockhart thought Aaron was afraid.

Thinking that the other party almost made him lose face just now, he immediately pretended to be understanding, "Gaius, I personally think you should show everyone the ability of Slytherin.

I know Mr. Potter is famous, but if you give up because of fear, you are destined to lose a lot in the future."

Aaron's mouth twitched, and he even had the urge to laugh.

Lockhart's ability to imagine is a bit too strong. He seems to just not want to go on stage. Where is the fear?

On the other side, Harry was also confused.

He was somewhat confident in dealing with Malfoy, and he had to get close to Malfoy for the Polyjuice Potion.

But he didn't think he was stronger than Aaron, and the other party might be the heir of Slytherin. If he didn't use enough force, he might have to go to the school hospital again.

"Professor, I..."

"Don't worry, Mr. Potter, it's just a disarming spell." Lockhart raised his eyebrows at Harry, "You won't hurt him."

Harry looked bitter, but he didn't resist so much.

There was no other reason, it was just that Lockhart was still alive and kicking after being knocked out by Snape.