[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-hp-i-am-sherlock-holmes":3,"chapter-hp-i-am-sherlock-holmes-hp-i-am-sherlock-holmes-chapter-128":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","HP: I AM SHERLOCK HOLMES",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1879818,2495,"Chapter 128: 0128 Surprises","hp-i-am-sherlock-holmes-chapter-128",128,"\u003Cp>\"Good heavens, how could I not have thought of that—Holmes, you're truly remarkable!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing Sherlock's words, Percy trembled with excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not even finding a girlfriend had made him as happy as he was now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sherlock sighed, \"There's nothing to be proud of—it's just making deductions based on existing facts.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a full school year, the Gryffindor students had grown accustomed to Sherlock's way of speaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although some initially thought that someone with such a peculiar personality should have gone to Ravenclaw instead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But after experiencing one incident after another, the title of Lion King had already taken deep root in everyone's hearts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since he was the Lion King, having a bit of temper was perfectly normal!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having figured everything out, Percy immediately returned to his usual calm and composed demeanor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After returning to his seat, he even began consoling others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't worry, ignore them—they're celebrating too early.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But when others asked for the reason, he put on a mysterious air and dropped the line:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Time will answer all your doubts.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing him like this, Ron couldn't help feeling annoyed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It was clearly Sherlock who...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was just about to thoroughly roast his prefect brother when Dumbledore entered the Great Hall at that moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The headmaster's grand entrance needed no description. With his fashionably late arrival, the original clamor gradually died down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once everyone had quieted, Dumbledore stood up:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How time flies—another year has passed!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked very happy, his smile noticeably more radiant than during the opening ceremony last September.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this time, he didn't drop a meaningless line like he had at the start of term before letting everyone eat. Instead, he addressed everyone in a loud voice:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Before we indulge in these delicious delicacies, I must trouble you all to listen to an old man's-tired clichés.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>ヽ（≧□≦）ノ\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, the young wizards who were no longer first-years couldn't help but widen their eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What was happening? Had Professor Dumbledore fallen to their level too?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was exactly like the opening remarks principals gave before their tedious speeches at Muggle schools!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before they could react, Dumbledore had already begun his speech.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah, what a wonderful year this has been!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I believe your little heads must be somewhat fuller than they were before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, the entire summer holiday lies ahead of you, allowing you to digest all that knowledge before the next term begins, making room in your minds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially our seventh-year students who are about to graduate, leaving school to enter society and become true wizards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As an elder who has taught you for seven years, I'd like to offer you some advice...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Dumbledore began his lengthy speech, the students couldn't help but feel drowsy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The first-year students from Muggle families couldn't help but sigh inwardly—the headmaster had truly fallen!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only the upper-year students, especially the seventh-years, listened earnestly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because they knew very well that once they left school, they wouldn't have the chance to hear Dumbledore speak even if they wanted to.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For most ordinary people, school professors were the highest-ranking individuals they would ever encounter in their lives.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But in the lower-year students' view, Dumbledore was spouting correct but meaningless cliches.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even so, they patiently listened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because everyone knew that the main event would come after all this nonsense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Now, as I understand it, we must proceed with the House Cup award ceremony!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, when Dumbledore mentioned the House Cup, everyone immediately perked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially the Slytherin students, who looked around with an air of dominance, as if asking \"Who else but us?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Except for Prefect Gemma Farley and a few others who maintained some elegance, the rest practically had \"Everyone here is trash\" written on their faces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sherlock took it all in and couldn't help but shake his head silently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was no longer the new student who barely understood the wizarding world when he first arrived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a full year of study, he now clearly understood that Slytherin shouldn't be like this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Professor McGonagall and the Sorting Hat had said during the Sorting Ceremony, although each house had its unique qualities, there was essentially no hierarchy—all were equally excellent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From Sherlock's understanding of Hogwarts history, true Slytherins should be like this:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If you lacked ability, they would naturally look down on you, but they wouldn't bully the weak—they would simply ignore you completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If you possessed strength, they would show respect and work hard to befriend you, sparing no expense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their methods might be crude, their hearts perhaps ruthless, their motives possibly impure, but...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They would never be like this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Using their so-called \"pure blood\" status to look down on others, having inexplicable superiority complexes, constantly spouting vulgarity, bullying others with their power...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was precisely why he felt increasingly disappointed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In just a hundred short years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How had Slytherin become like this!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He really wanted to say to Dumbledore and Snape:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How can you run Hogwarts properly with these vermin?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If this continues, Hogwarts will become the laughingstock of the wizarding world!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But on second thought, he was just a first-year newbie—let Dumbledore and Snape worry about such things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dumbledore, having finished his graduation speech, continued following his own script:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So far, the specific scores for each house are as follows:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fourth place: Gryffindor, 299 points;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Third place: Hufflepuff, 369 points;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second place: Ravenclaw, 421 points;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>First place: Slytherin, 495 points.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After announcing the current scores, students from the four houses showed various expressions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some were smug, some dejected, some calm, some indifferent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reason for this scoring pattern wasn't that the other three houses were truly inferior to Slytherin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gryffindor being last was easy to understand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little lions' point-earning ability in class was actually decent—not bad at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, this year they had a super rookie who became the season's top scorer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the key problem was that compared to their point-earning ability, their point-losing ability was much stronger—far too strong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was only one top scorer, but a whole group of point-losers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not to mention that Sherlock had led the little lions into a group fight with the snakes during the Quidditch match, earning them the combo of point deductions plus detention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With gains and losses canceling out, being last wasn't surprising at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Hufflepuff students simply weren't competitive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In class or other situations, even when point-earning opportunities were right in front of them, they wouldn't compete with other houses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unless directly called upon by professors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Worth noting was that half of their 369 points were earned by one person.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His name was Cedric Diggory, a tall, handsome third-year wizard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Simply terrifying!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Ravenclaw students had a special situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While they could earn quite a few points from professors in class, it was often limited to topics that interested them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For uninteresting content, they would hang high and remain aloof.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, like Hufflepuff, when actually called upon by professors, they could still provide correct answers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having similar point-earning ability to Gryffindor while rarely losing points for breaking rules, taking second place was naturally reasonable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slytherin's current ranking was as easy to understand as Gryffindor's.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They had the strongest Quidditch team, and students often strictly followed school rules—at least on the surface.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most importantly, compared to the other three houses, they preferred scheming and could unconsciously accumulate quite a few points.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This alone made them stronger than the other three houses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So being in the lead wasn't surprising.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, besides these reasons, there was another very important variable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slytherin's Head of House, the current Snake King, Professor Severus Snape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This needed no further explanation—those who understood, understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, thunderous cheers and uneven stomping erupted from the Slytherin table.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The corner of Snape's mouth also curved up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a true Slytherin, he still valued honor greatly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Look at that disgusting sight.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron pointed toward Slytherin, his expression like he'd eaten a booger-flavored Bertie Bott's Bean.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those nearby followed his gaze to see Draco Malfoy vigorously banging the table with his goblet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, Percy, is your promised time almost here?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I can barely resist giving that little face of his a good punch!\" Fred Weasley said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"One punch isn't enough—we'd need to use both hands for two punches!\" George Weasley chimed in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Percy was naturally also displeased with Malfoy—or rather, with all of Slytherin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Soon, soon, just hold on a bit longer.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Appearing calm on the surface but panicking inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn't help but glance at Sherlock again, thinking silently: Sherlock, you absolutely cannot let me down!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if hearing Percy's thoughts, Dumbledore spoke again: \"Yes, yes, everyone has performed well this year, however...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze swept around before finally settling on Gryffindor's direction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Recent events must also be taken into account.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Great Hall fell silent in an instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The previously boisterous Slytherins' smiles froze, sensing something was amiss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gemma Farley looked toward Sherlock and Harry, her face showing an intriguing expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Penelope Clearwater and Cho Chang exchanged glances, both showing surprised looks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Professor Snape frowned at Dumbledore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have some final points to award. Let me see...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dumbledore paused, then spoke slowly under everyone's gaze:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Ron Weasley!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When his name was called, Ron's face turned as red as his hair in an instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He not only teamed up with another student to win the most spectacular game of chess Hogwarts has seen in many years, but also stepped forward at a crucial moment, sacrificing himself to buy precious time for his companions. For this... I award Gryffindor House fifty points!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whoa——!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little lions' cheers nearly lifted the enchanted ceiling, even the stars overhead seemed to tremble slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, your moment has come!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Percy shot up, shouting at the other prefects:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Did you see that? That's my brother, you know!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My brother, little Ronnie, my youngest brother!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He successfully passed Professor McGonagall's giant chess set!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Weasley twins rolled their eyes in unison.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When there's trouble, it's 'little Ronnie'; when there's nothing, it's 'Ronald'—he's got it figured out.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, after all, he's the pre-fect big broth-er!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite their sarcastic words, both brothers beamed with pride, sharing in the glory like Percy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Ron in a daze, Harry couldn't help asking Sherlock:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sherlock, do you think Professor Dumbledore will also give us...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Obviously.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sherlock looked at Dumbledore, who had everything under control, and said calmly, \"Tonight, glory belongs to Gryffindor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry immediately breathed a long sigh of relief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since even Sherlock said so, it was settled!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dumbledore pressed his hands down, signaling for everyone to quiet down, then announced the second name:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Miss Hermione Granger!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike the red-faced Ron, when her name was called, Hermione immediately lowered her head, burying her face in her arms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Facing fierce flames, she calmly applied logical reasoning, displaying superior intelligence. I award Gryffindor House fifty points.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little lions erupted in earth-shaking cheers again, many shouting Hermione Granger's name, including those who had previously been annoyed by her lecturing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry nudged Sherlock with his elbow, pointing at Hermione: \"She's definitely crying in secret.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sherlock glanced once then looked away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People's joys and sorrows weren't universal—he just found them noisy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, even Sherlock didn't know that Hermione wasn't crying at this moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In Hermione's view, although she had indeed calmly reasoned as Dumbledore said and reached the correct answer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the first person to accomplish this was Sherlock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though she had selected the potion to return to the previous room, it hadn't been used at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Facing the predicament of only one small bottle of potion remaining, it was Sherlock who found the solution, leading them successfully through the flames to the final room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet now Dumbledore was attributing all this to her, making her feel unworthy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But for Gryffindor to earn these fifty points, she could only accept it silently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This made her feel even more embarrassed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She felt as if she had lost something important.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Third—Sherlock Holmes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You can read more chapters on:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>patreon.com\u002FMikeyMuse\u003C\u002Fp>",1980,"2026-06-10T06:27:24.273Z",1,"novelbin.me","ba83a86bfbc09e91e987144bd65f4b1dbc94e5d391d3cc4b05b98daccb2f82d3","hp-i-am-sherlock-holmes-chapter-129","hp-i-am-sherlock-holmes-chapter-127",637,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fhp-i-am-sherlock-holmes-cover.jpg"]