Karl pulled back his smile in a second and looked at Grindelwald expressionlessly. "It's Gandalf! Please watch your words!"
Good grief! He actually wants to slander me as a Legalist disciple with Taoist thoughts!
Don't ask why it's Taoism and Legalism, because Adolf has 'Dao', and Fascist has 'Fa'.
"Hah! Annoying brat!"
Seeing the harmonious and friendly exchange between Grindelwald and Karl, Dumbledore was very gratified.
"Now that you've met, the rest will be easy."
"Karl, Grindelwald will be serving as the defense against the dark arts professor for the coming period. Please show him around the Castle, show him the location of the classroom, and then help him get settled in his office."
"Huh? defense against the dark arts professor?"
Karl was stunned upon hearing this. Dumbledore, aren't you setting me up? I just insulted the guy!
Looking at the malice on Grindelwald's face, it was over. There was an eighty percent chance he'd fail the exam for this course.
Ordinary Dark Wizards weren't enough for the Principal anymore? He went and called this old guy!
No way, Professor McGonagall must take Dumbledore to St. Mungos Hospital for Magical Maladies and Injuries.
"What? You're not satisfied that I'm the Professor? Mr. Karl Orolin, after you."
Seeing Karl's shocked expression, Grindelwald felt much better. He stood up and gestured for him to lead the way.
"Satisfied! I'm so satisfied I want to set off a firework in your office just like the one you had in Paris!"
"Humph! Detestable brat!"
"Hah! Detestable old man!"
After Dumbledore watched the two leave, he took a letter from his drawer. "Fawkes, help me deliver this to Aberforth." Walking down the Castle stairs, Karl led Grindelwald first to the Defense Against the Dark Arts classroom on the fourth floor, and then to the Professor's office on the third floor.
"Where's your luggage?"
"I have nothing."
"Headmaster Dumbledore didn't arrange anything for you?"
"He has many things to consider, but I am not among them."
Tsk, tsk, tsk! How bitter!
Karl looked up at the aged Grindelwald. "I really never thought you'd be the one to serve as the new Professor."
Grindelwald shrugged indifferently. "In fact, I never thought I would leave Nurmengard either, because that was the place of death I chose for myself."
"Whether dying of old age, being killed by an avenger who came knocking, or—being killed by some crazy junior."
"Until I received Albus's letter. He told me about Herpo the Foul, the Tuatha Dé Danann, and—the legendary Otherworld."
Grindelwald emphasized the last part, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes.
The amount of information he shared was a bit much, making Karl frown involuntarily. "You came for The Otherworld?"
"Yes, and no."
Karl wanted to punch the old man. Saying that is like saying nothing at all. Don't be a riddler!
Grindelwald fell into memory, his expression filled with pain and regret. "It's just for atonement."
"Instead of suspecting my intentions here, you'd be better off checking on Albus. He's the one who needs worrying about."
"Perhaps you can ask him directly. After all, you are his favored student, aren't you?"
"I'm a bit tired today. We'll finish familiarizing ourselves with the Castle tomorrow. Remember to come find me."
Karl watched Grindelwald walk into the office and close the door. After a moment's thought, he returned the way he came.
Dumbledore, what are you trying to do?
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