The students of Gryffindor and Slytherin were captivated by the ongoing duel between Harry and Malfoy. Their cheers only fueled the intensity and recklessness of the two rivals.
Malfoy dodged Harry's sudden accelerations and attempts to snatch the Remembrall multiple times, mocking Harry as he did so. His excitement and arrogance were palpable.
"Harry, what are you doing?"
"Aren't you supposed to be amazing?"
"Weren't you just so brave a moment ago?"
"Why haven't you taken it from me yet?"
"Oh, what a disappointment you are! Hahaha!"
Malfoy spared no effort in taunting and humiliating Harry, skillfully evading his grasp repeatedly as they hovered in the air.
Harry's expression turned grim. Although his speed was impressive, he couldn't seem to get past Malfoy's tricks. Listening to Malfoy's sneers, Harry realized that if he wanted to reclaim the Remembrall, he'd have to use his wand.
Clutching his broomstick with one hand, Harry pulled out his wand with the other.
On the ground, Hermione and Ron noticed Harry brandishing his wand, their concern evident.
"Harry, you can't use magic! That'll cause serious trouble!" Ron shouted anxiously.
Though both Harry and Malfoy had talked big about knocking the other off their broomsticks, they hadn't acted on it—logic dictated that such a move would lead to disastrous consequences.
But now, thoroughly humiliated by Malfoy, Harry's anger flared.
"Harry!" Hermione shouted desperately, trying to get him to put his wand away.
The cheers of the Gryffindor and Slytherin students fell silent as they realized the gravity of the situation. All eyes were on Harry and Malfoy, their tension mirrored by the growing unease among the crowd.
After all, they were still just children, and many couldn't bear the thought of someone getting hurt or worse.
Malfoy, hearing the shouts from below and noticing Harry's wand, felt a pang of panic.
"Malfoy, up here, there's no Crabbe or Goyle to protect you. Don't push me," Harry growled angrily.
Malfoy faltered at Harry's words, his face darkening. After a moment of hesitation, he smirked wickedly.
"Here, let's see if you can catch it. Hahaha!"
With a mocking glance, Malfoy hurled the Remembrall into the distance. Laughing loudly to mask his fear, he dove toward the ground, leaving Harry behind.
The Remembrall traced a perfect arc as it flew, heading toward a distant tower. If it collided, the fragile sphere would surely shatter.
Harry couldn't bear to imagine Neville's devastated expression if that happened.
Taking a deep breath, Harry leaned forward on his broomstick, pushing it to an unimaginable speed as he raced after the Remembrall.
As the sphere neared the tower and Harry realized he wouldn't make it in time, he quickly raised his wand and shouted, "Wind, take flight!"
A burst of wind shot forth, cushioning the Remembrall just before it hit the tower and forming a barrier of air. Harry surged forward, catching the sphere in his hand before it could fall.
Just then, a sharp pain flared in Harry's scar, and his broomstick spiraled out of control. Harry barely held on, nearly tumbling off as the broomstick spun wildly.
Even so, the out-of-control broom dragged Harry through the air at dizzying speeds, slamming him into walls three times in rapid succession. Blood trickled from his forehead.
"Harry, get control of your broom!" Hermione shouted, her voice panicked.
"I can't—it's gone mad, like a wild dog!" Harry yelled back, struggling to regain control.
The Gryffindor students cried out in alarm, their faces pale as Neville's earlier disaster replayed itself before their eyes—this time with Harry.
Malfoy, now on the ground, was initially stunned. Then, he burst into laughter.
"Look at that—Gryffindor's mighty lion has turned into a scared little kitten, just like Neville!"
"His fate might be even worse than Neville's!"
Crabbe and Goyle quickly joined in Malfoy's jeers, but not all the Slytherins joined the mockery. Some watched with genuine concern for Harry's safety.
Harry's face was ashen, and his scar throbbed painfully. His strength was waning as he desperately tried to control the broomstick.
Suddenly, the broomstick veered sharply, diving straight toward the ground at an alarming speed. Harry's face went deathly pale.
Hermione and the others screamed in horror.
"Harry Potter!"
"Harry!"
Even Malfoy's smirk faltered, his face growing pale as he watched the scene unfold. For a moment, the idea of Harry dying before his eyes filled him with a terror he didn't understand.
"Dance of the Wind!"
A voice rang out, bringing renewed hope to Hermione and Ron.
A figure appeared at incredible speed, accompanied by a surge of magical energy.
With a powerful gust of wind, the broomstick was wrenched away, and Harry was caught mid-air.
Callister extended his arms, catching the terrified Harry before gently descending to the ground.
With a flawless landing and an air of calm authority, Callister looked like an angel come to save the day.
"Harry!" Hermione and Ron rushed forward in relief.
Callister set Harry down, his face serene as he extended a hand and murmured, "Water Spirit, heal his wounds. Healing Spell."
A shimmering water spirit materialized, landing softly on Harry's forehead. The cool sensation soothed him as the spirit mended his injuries.
The gash on Harry's forehead healed before their eyes, leaving no trace of the earlier trauma. Harry touched his forehead, relieved as the pain disappeared.
Hermione and Ron crowded around him, their concern evident.
"Harry, that was amazing!" Ron said, a mixture of awe and worry in his voice.
"Shut up, Ron!" Hermione scolded before turning to Harry with a stern look. "What you did was reckless and nearly got you killed!"
Harry sheepishly held up the Remembrall, a boyish grin spreading across his face.
Hermione and Ron exchanged a glance before breaking into smiles of their own.
"Harry Potter!"
A stern voice cut through their relief, making them all jump.
Everyone recognized the voice instantly, and Harry's face went pale.
Ron and Hermione exchanged worried glances as tension filled the air once more.
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