Tournament IX

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Flitwick: THE WINNER IS ZACHARIAS SMITH.

In the Hufflepuff stands, the victory was celebrated with enthusiasm, and students from other houses clapped as well.

Professor Flitwick approached Draco and pointed his wand.

Flitwick: Enervate!

Draco woke up and realized he was on the ground. As he stood up, he saw Zacharias breathing heavily. Then it dawned on him: Zacharias had won.

Draco: Congratulations, Zacharias.

Zacharias: Thanks, but I was lucky to have recently learned the Disillusionment Charm.

Draco: Yes, I didn't expect that.

Zacharias: But I'm not sure it'll work against Sasuke now that he's seen it.

Draco: Good luck surprising him.

Draco and Zacharias descended from the platform.

Flitwick: THE FINAL WILL BE HELD IN THE GREAT HALL AFTER DINNER; UNTIL THEN, YOU MAY LEAVE.

Several students descended from the stands toward the dining hall while Draco and Zacharias were examined by Madam Pomfrey, who gave them potions for a swift recovery.

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One hour later:

In the infirmary, Astoria, Luna, Ginny, and Daphne entered.

Draco and Zacharias were already recovered.

Luna: Congratulations on making it to the final.

Ginny: Yes, congrats, Zacharias.

Astoria and Daphne: Your duel was incredible.

Zacharias felt happy to receive praise from the girls, imagining how it would feel to be celebrated back in his common room.

Draco: Do you have a strategy for facing Sasuke?

Zacharias snapped out of his thoughts.

Zacharias: Not yet. By the way, where's Sasuke?

Astoria: He said he had something to take care of but would be in the Great Hall for the final duel.

Zacharias: Understood. I'll head back to my room to rest and strategize.

Zacharias left the infirmary, while the others watched him go.

Daphne: Do you think he'll win?

Everyone answered no.

Daphne: I thought so. Besides, bets are already on how long he'll last.

Draco: I expected as much.

Meanwhile, Zacharias hurried to his common room, eager to be welcomed as a hero for reaching the final. Upon entering, he was greeted with enthusiasm; everyone gathered around him, and some even shouted his name.

Justin: Zacharias, you received a letter.

Zacharias: Is there a sender?

Justin: No.

Zacharias thought it might be from a secret admirer. He opened the letter, which simply read: Use the rune.

His housemates organized a small party in his honor, and the celebration continued.

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Six hours later:

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