Hogwarts, where the stars shine

"When did you meet? Before entering Hogwarts?"

Next to the warm fireplace, Mesa asked the first question. He wanted to know more about Adjani from the side through Veranika's narration.This may help him analyze the current complex situation.

"No, no, we met in school." Veronica said slowly.Under Mesa's friendly guidance, she became talkative and her eyes no longer evasive.

She continued: "We were both sorted into Slytherin and lived in the same dormitory. We became familiar with each other over time. Undina is a gentle and kind person. She always takes care of me like a big sister."

Gentle and kind-hearted Adjani, affable Blake... Needless to say, the two seem to match each other quite well.

It's just that Adjani, who is gentle and kind in Veranika's eyes, has a completely different image in Mesa's eyes.

"Now, is the Wendina Adjani still the same in your eyes?" Mesa then asked.The two of them get along day and night, facing each other day and night. If Adjani's temperament changes drastically, Veranika should be able to feel it.

Veranika stared blankly at the flames in the fireplace, the dancing light and shadow reflecting her face red.

"I have a very strange feeling." Veronica said suddenly, "Sometimes Undina suddenly seems like a different person."

She paused and considered for a moment before continuing: "Sometimes Wendina's movements or look in her eyes make me feel very strange, and she doesn't look like the woman I know at all."

"Can you tell me more about this strange feeling?" Mesa asked, "Also, when did this change begin, or under what circumstances did you feel it?"

If you want to understand the changes that happened to Adjani, you must at least know when this change began and find out what caused her change.This may bring us closer to the truth.

Veranika's facial features were all squeezed together as she tried to recall every moment she spent with her friend.

"I can't remember exactly when I felt like this," Veranika said. "The one that made a deep impression was when I was taking the OWL exam. We needed to find the hedgehog hiding among a group of hedgehogs. Son."

The hedgehog is a magical creature that is very similar to a hedgehog. It is almost impossible to tell the difference with the naked eye. They only differ in their behavior.The way to distinguish the two creatures is to take turns feeding them milk. The hedgehog will happily accept it, while the hedgehog will become very alert and think that someone is trying to poison them.

Veranica continued: "While feeding the baby with milk, Wendina was stabbed by a sharp thorn. Uncharacteristically, she threw the baby to the ground. Although she later explained that she had made a mistake, I could tell she did it on purpose."

It is said that the eyes are the windows to the soul, and a lot can be read from a person's gaze.

Wendina can deceive Veranika with her words, but her cold eyes cannot hide her from her.

"Has anyone seen this?" Mesa asked, "Is there anyone else besides you?"

Veronica thought for a while and said: "We were taking an exam at the time. No one except me and the examiner should have noticed. If it hadn't been for Undina who was stabbed, I wouldn't have noticed."

The importance of the OWL exam goes without saying. Some students may even break down and cry due to the tremendous pressure, while others have deep doubts about themselves.

For such an important exam, it is normal for everyone to focus more on the things at hand.

Mesa imitated Snape and rubbed his lips with his fingers. He pictured the scene described by Veranica in his mind.

When she was stabbed by the assassin, the external stimulation inadvertently "activated" another side of Adjani, causing her to throw the assassin out regardless.In front of people who know her well, this behavior does seem a bit strange.

It's just that Mesa couldn't restore Adjani's cold gaze through Villanica's retelling, so he couldn't determine whether this behavior was abnormal or an overreaction when being stung.

"Are there any other cases?" Mesa asked again, filling the cup with some pumpkin juice, which had been prepared in advance.

Veronica took the glass, holding it tightly with both hands without drinking the drink.After a while, Veranika spoke again and told about another strange behavior of Adjani.

She asked: "Does living habits count?" After seeing Mesa nod, Veronica continued: "Wendina's eating habits have changed a lot this year. She used to like fruit tarts the most, but she Not only does she not like fruit pies this year, but she also won’t stick to other foods with fillings.”

Mesa leaned forward, looked directly into Veranika's eyes, and said, "You are saying that Adjani seems to be a different person this year, right? When did you probably feel this way?"

Veranika instinctively wanted to lean back, but she suddenly stopped her movement.The movements of her body made Veronica look like she was shaking.

She said hesitantly: "November... No, no, it seems to be September... That's not right, it should be October!"

"I remember, it was in October!" Veranika said with certainty. "At that time, everyone was dining in the auditorium, and I brought her a piece of pie as usual. Wendina did not eat it, but instead took the pie. Piece of pie chopped finely.”

Veranica trembled as if she was afraid, and continued: "Wen Dina felt very strange when using the knife. It felt to me... like she was not cutting food at all, but dissecting. !”

The image of Adjani in Mesa's mind changed again. She turned into a doctor wearing a white coat and holding a scalpel.Adjani's demeanor is still generous, her smile is bright, only her eyes are crazy.

Through Veranika's narration, the image of Undina Adjani becomes very subtle, as if several people are stitched together.

On weekdays, her gentle and generous side dominates, but under certain circumstances, her unknown crazy side will be revealed.

"Was Adjani with you the day Collins Belinda died?" Mesa asked, "from the morning until the Quidditch match was suspended and everyone returned to the common room."

Veronica suddenly stood up, unhappy with Mesa's question.Veranika suddenly asked boldly: "What do you mean! Are you doubting Wendina?"

"Sit down. Don't get excited. Answer my question, Lina." Mesa said with a commanding tone.

Although Veranika sat down obediently, the dissatisfaction was still hidden in her eyes.Veranica said: "Don't forget, Wendina is also a victim, she was also attacked!"

Directed and acted.Although there is no evidence to directly prove it, Mesa feels that the second campus attack was directed and performed by Adjani.

"Please answer my question, were you two always together on the day of the incident?" Mesa said, "Remember to take into account the special circumstances of the History of Magic class."

On the day of the second campus attack, Veronica thought she had been staying with Adjani, but in fact, Veronica was asleep and had no idea that the two had been separated.

Veranika hugged her head, then shook her head in confusion, and said: "I can't remember, I can't remember clearly. We should have never been separated."

"Do you know Adjani's family situation?" Mesa asked, "Parents, or brothers and sisters."

Veronica shook her head again and said, "I don't know, I don't understand. Wendina never talks about family affairs..." Veronica suddenly paused, and then continued after a while, "Now that I think about it, Undine seems to rarely receive letters from home."

"The last question, this question is about you." Mesa stood up and walked to the fireplace, "Since you are aware of Adjani's occasional 'changes', and these 'changes' are becoming more frequent, why do you Have you ever thought about leaving her?"

Veranika also stood up and said softly: "I would not consider such a thing, not before and never in the future. She always takes care of me and protects me like a big sister, and now it's my turn ”

"You have asked me so many questions, and it's time for me to ask one." Veronica continued, "If, I mean, if it is like what you think, what ending will be waiting for her?"

"I want to hear the truth, Mesa Black!" Suddenly, Lina Veranika no longer seemed afraid of Mesa.

"To be honest, I don't know." Mesa's left hand reached towards the fireplace, "Maybe by that time, she won't be her anymore."