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The following morning dawned with a crisp chill in the air as Harry, Hermione, Sasha, and Ramaranth made their way down to the Great Hall for breakfast. The magical glow of the enchanted ceiling mimicked the hues of a sunrise, casting a warm and welcoming ambiance over the hall. The usual buzz of conversation and the clatter of cutlery filled the air as students enjoyed their morning meals.
Whispers and hushed discussions erupted around them as students leaned in to share the latest gossip. The Daily Prophet had painted a vivid picture of alliances with a basilisk and a dragon, adding an element of scandal that captured the imagination of the wizarding community. As the news spread, eyes flicked between Harry, Hermione, Sasha, and Ramaranth with a mix of intrigue and skepticism.
The neighboring tables were abuzz with snippets of overheard conversations.
"Did you see the headlines? Lord Slytherin? Who knew Harry Potter had such a title?"
"I heard he defeated a dragon and a basilisk in single combat. With a sword! It's like something out of a fairy tale."
"Lord Slytherin with a dragon and a basilisk as allies? Is this some kind of joke?"
Ignoring the whispered talk, the group settled into their seats at the Gryffindor table, greeted by the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and a spread of delectable breakfast options. As they prepared to delve into their morning routine, Harry noticed a pile of newspapers neatly stacked on a side table. The iconic gold emblem of the Daily Prophet adorned the front page, catching his attention.
"Hermione, have you seen today's Daily Prophet?" Harry inquired, gesturing towards the stack of newspapers.
Hermione, engrossed in her copy of "Magical Theory and Its Practical Applications," looked up with a curious expression. "No, I haven't. What's caught your eye?"
Harry reached for the nearest newspaper and unfolded it, scanning the headlines. As he did, a mixture of surprise and intrigue played across his features. "Take a look at this."
The front page of the Daily Prophet displayed a bold headline:
"TriWizard Tournament Unveils New Alliances: Lord Slytherin Emerges as a Key Player"
The accompanying article featured a detailed account of the events that transpired during the TriWizard Tournament, emphasizing Harry's role as Lord Slytherin and the unique alliances formed with Sasha the Basilisk and Ramaranth the Dragon Queen.
Hermione, her curiosity piqued, set aside her book and leaned in to read the article. The Great Hall around them seemed to fade away as they absorbed the information presented in the Daily Prophet.
While Hermione was reading the article, Harry just looked around the Hall to see what was going on. He noticed skepticism mingled with enthusiasm as students formed their own opinions about the unfolding events. A group of Slytherins engaged in a heated debate, some expressing doubt about the legitimacy of Harry's newfound title, while others embraced the idea of a Slytherin leading Hogwarts with unconventional allies.
Meanwhile, a group of Ravenclaws seemed genuinely excited about the prospect of magical creatures being integrated into daily life at Hogwarts. "Imagine having a dragon in the castle! It's like having a living magical creature encyclopedia at our fingertips," one exclaimed.
Hearing this Harry couldn't help but lightly chuckle, the Ravenclaw that said this was one of the older students. He turned and looked at Ramaranth, who he noticed heave a heavy sigh. "What? Not interested in fielding a thousand and one questions?"
"They best provide gifts and tokens of appreciation for any knowledge I might share." Ramaranth replied regally."
As Hermione sat at the Gryffindor table, attempting to focus on the day's edition of the Daily Prophet, she was interrupted by the approach of Lavender Brown and Parvati Patil. The duo, known for their fascination with magical gossip and Teen Witch Weekly, wore expressions that hinted at excitement and anticipation.
"Hey, Hermione! Have you seen the latest Teen Witch Weekly?" Lavender exclaimed, waving a rolled-up magazine in her hand.
Parvati, a mischievous glint in her eyes, chimed in, "Oh, you're in for a treat! It's all about Harry's new romantic escapades. Three-way romance, can you believe it?"
Hermione raised an eyebrow, temporarily setting aside the newspaper. "I highly doubt there's any truth to that. The media loves to exaggerate."
Lavender, with an impish grin, unfurled the magazine and pointed to the headline: "Harry Potter's Magical Love Triangle: Lord Slytherin's Enchanting Alliances Revealed!"
As Hermione scanned the article, she found herself caught in a whirlwind of sensationalism. Lavender and Parvati eagerly shared excerpts that portrayed Harry's relationships with Sasha and Ramaranth as a glamorous and scandalous affair, complete with dramatic illustrations of the trio engaged in fantastical adventures.
"Apparently, they're calling it a magical love triangle! Sasha, the alluring basilisk, and Ramaranth, the majestic dragon queen, vying for Harry's affection. It's like a wizarding romance novel come to life," Lavender gushed.
Parvati added with a sly smile, "And they've even predicted potential marriage contracts. Seems like you might have some competition, Hermione."
Hermione, despite her usual composure, couldn't help but feel a twinge of irritation at the fantastical portrayal of her relationship with Harry. "This is preposterous. Harry and I just got together yesterday, and these alliances are not some romantic escapade. It's a matter of magical responsibility."
Lavender, seemingly unfazed, nudged Hermione with a teasing smile. "Come on, Hermione, it's Teen Witch Weekly. They're just adding a bit of magic to the story. But who knows, maybe there's some truth to it?"
Before Hermione could respond, a familiar voice cut through the conversation. Daphne Greengrass, impeccably poised, approached with an air of sophistication. "Ladies, what intriguing gossip do we have today?"
Lavender and Parvati exchanged knowing glances before lavishing Daphne with a theatrical introduction. "Daphne, have you heard? Harry Potter is apparently caught in a magical love triangle with a basilisk and a dragon. Teen Witch Weekly has the whole scoop!"
Daphne, maintaining her composed demeanor, accepted the magazine with a raised eyebrow. "Ah, the wonders of wizarding journalism. I'm sure Lord Slytherin finds the media's creativity truly enlightening."
"Yeah right." Hermione rolled her eyes, "Does it look like Harry is enjoying the media's creativity?"
The gaggle of girls looked at the Boy-Who-Lived, who was currently reading another copy of Witch Weekly, horror etched upon his face as Sasha and Ramaranth started a whispered conversation on the article's authenticity.
"Harry looks ready to find a place to hide."
In the midst of the animated conversations, Professor McGonagall cast stern glances across the hall, attempting to maintain an air of decorum. The faculty table, too, buzzed with discussions among professors who pondered the implications of Lord Slytherin's emergence.
Professor Flitwick, ever the optimist, suggested, "Perhaps this turn of events will encourage unity and understanding among magical beings and wizards."
Professor Snape, on the other hand, wore an expression of thinly veiled skepticism. "The boy has always been a magnet for trouble. This is likely another one of his ill-conceived endeavors."
The other teachers couldn't help but roll their eyes at Snape's comment.
"Now Severus you know Mr. Potter has had very little control of anything that seems to befall him. If anything you should pity the boy, if not that, see what you can dig up for the betting pool on what will happen to him at the announcement of the Yule Ball later this week. I, for one, am looking forward to his reaction." Professor Flitwick chuckled.
Hearing this Professor McGonagall said a silent prayer for the boy while counting the mental galleons she would be collecting from the twins later.
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