He had always thought it was magic, but now he was a little skeptical.

Because Kyle observed for a long time, but still did not find any traces of magic on the boat.

There was also Hagrid, a half-blood giant nearly four meters tall, who looked much heavier than the four first-year wizards, but the draft of his boat was exactly the same as that of the other small boats, which was obviously abnormal.

Of course, it is possible that these boats were cast with more advanced and hidden magic, or simply some kind of alchemical item, but Kyle still prefers to believe that there is something holding up the boats under the lake.

"The giant squid?"

He stuck his head out and took a look under the water, but unfortunately the visibility in the Black Lake was too low at night and he could see nothing except his own reflection.

…

Soon, the boat left the tunnel and docked at a place similar to an underground dock.

Everyone got off the boat and followed Hagrid up a cobblestone surface, eventually arriving at a flat, wet patch of grass under Hogwarts Castle.

Then everyone followed the stone steps and came to a huge oak door.

"Welcome to Hogwarts."

After Hagrid finished speaking, he turned around, raised his huge fist, and knocked on the castle door three times.

The door opened in response.

An elderly cat in an emerald green robe… ahem, a black-haired witch was standing in front of the gate.

I have to admit that some people have a silent aura when they appear, just like the head teacher who appears at the back door window of the classroom. Anyone who sees them will subconsciously shut their mouth.

The same goes for Professor McGonagall.

As soon as she showed up, the noisy discussions around her suddenly stopped.

Even Hagrid became more reserved and said seriously, "First years are here, Professor McGonagall."

"Thank you, Hagrid. Leave this to me."

Professor McGonagall glanced at everyone, then opened the door and led everyone into the castle.

The stone walls surrounding the castle were all lit with blazing torches. A wave of heat blew in, dispelling the cold outside and making many little wizards who were shivering with cold feel more at ease.

To their right was a closed door, and Kyle could clearly hear the buzz of voices inside.

However, Professor McGonagall did not stay here, but took them to an empty room at the other end of the hall.

"First of all, welcome to Hogwarts."

As everyone looked around, Professor McGonagall skillfully delivered her annual opening remarks.

"The opening banquet is about to begin, but before you take your seats in the hall, you must first determine which house you will be admitted to. Sorting is a very important ceremony because during your time at school, the house is like your home in Hogwarts..."

Although he was already well aware of the situation, Kyle still listened very carefully.

He had to be serious, because he was standing in the first row, right under Professor McGonagall's nose. If he was absent-minded at this moment, his life at Hogwarts would be difficult in the future.

Besides, this is a famous scene, and there is only one chance, so Kyle naturally doesn't want to miss it.

At this time, Professor McGonagall had finished talking about the House Cup and began to introduce the four houses.

They are... Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw and Slytherin.

Or to put it more simply, a reckless man, a foodie, a top student, and a pureblood.

It can be seen that this is what they are most looking forward to.

…

"In a few minutes, the Sorting Ceremony will be held in front of the entire school. I suggest that you tidy yourself up and look more energetic while waiting."

"I'll come pick you up when it's ready." Professor McGonagall glanced at everyone and said, "Please keep quiet while you wait."

I have to say that Professor McGonagall's last sentence was a bit redundant. After she left the room, the silent mode around her was instantly lifted.

A group of little wizards gathered together, excitedly discussing what might happen next.

"How are we going to divide the houses? Do we choose by ourselves?" a little witch asked nervously.

This is also the issue that everyone is most concerned about.

"Maybe there will be some kind of test, just like Smeltings School." A young Muggle-born wizard turned his head and looked at his companions and said loudly: "When I received the letter from Hogwarts, I had already been admitted to Smeltings School, but I still chose here... I mean, Professor McGonagall persuaded my mother. She insisted that I go to Smeltings School."

This is a way to show off achievements, but unfortunately the effect is not good.

After all, everyone is concerned about the branch affairs now. Who would care about Smelting Middle School? Moreover, some people here don’t even know what Smelting Middle School is.

"I think the deans select their own students." Someone said confidently, "Ilvermorny is like that, except they use statues. My father is friends with the Director of the Department of International Magical Cooperation at the Ministry of Magic, and he told me so."

This is from Show Dad.

However, compared with previous tests, his words were obviously more convincing and he instantly gained a large number of supporters.

This made him very proud. He held his head high and told everyone he met how great his father was.

If you don’t know, you would think his father is the Minister of Magic.

At this moment, Kyle suddenly felt someone pulling the sleeve of his robe. He turned his head and found Kanna looking at him nervously.

"Kyle, is this really the Dean's choice?" Kanna said anxiously, "What if no college wants me? Will I be expelled?"

"Don't worry, that won't happen." Kyle said with a smile, "Think about it, Ilvermorny and Hogwarts are two different schools. How can they be sorted in the same way? That would be too tasteless."

“I see…”

Kanna breathed a sigh of relief and continued, "Then do you know how we are sorted?"

“Well… I know.”

Kyle thought about it and decided to tell the truth. He leaned over to Kanna's ear and whispered, "It's nothing. Each of us will be cursed by the professor with the Avada Kedavra. Those who survive can enroll. Don't worry, you will definitely not be expelled."

…

As luck would have it, a ghost just happened to float past them at this moment.

Kyle turned around and waved his hand naturally, saying, "Hello, senior. We will be divided into different houses soon. Wish us success."

Although the ghost didn't understand what the little wizard was saying, he subconsciously nodded in response when he saw someone greeting him.

Seeing this scene, the light in Kanna's eyes disappeared instantly, and she stood there stiffly as if she had lost her soul.

(End of this chapter)