[{"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-196":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},1879739,2495,"Chapter 196: 0196 Interesting Things","hp-i-am-sherlock-holmes-chapter-196",196,"\u003Cp>Nearly a month into the school year, Harry had come to believe that Gilderoy Lockhart was a capable Defense Against the Dark Arts professor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But one thing was one thing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just thinking about replying to his admirers' letters, Harry still felt this was a nightmare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for whether Hermione's eager performance was to help him or to help Professor Lockhart, that didn't matter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As long as someone was willing to share the burden of letter-writing, you're my good friend!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But I don't know if he'll agree...\" Harry felt somewhat anxious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't be like that, Harry. How will you know without trying? However, you can't tell anyone else about this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Uh... okay, okay.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry felt that Hermione's tone now was exactly like those criminals on TV who would lure minors into shady things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two walked together through the long third-floor corridor toward Lockhart's office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hogwarts' Defense Against the Dark Arts professors keep changing,\" Hermione said as they walked. \"So, each professor decorates this office according to their own tastes and preferences. I wonder what Professor Lockhart's office will look like?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Hermione's excitement, Harry remained expressionless. \"I'm not looking forward to it at all.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When they reached the door of Professor Lockhart's office, the two stopped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing that Harry hadn't moved for a long time, Hermione looked at him somewhat puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Harry?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meeting Hermione's encouraging gaze, Harry gritted his teeth and finally knocked on the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The door opened almost instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gilderoy Lockhart's smiling face appeared before them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah, the little rascal has arrived! Harry, come in.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry: (￣ロ￣lll)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hermione: ヾ(｡･ω･｡)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only after saying this did Lockhart notice Hermione standing beside Harry, and he was greatly surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Miss Granger! Why are you here too?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hermione: (;￣д￣ )\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although somewhat disappointed, Hermione still suppressed this negative emotion and asked carefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That... Professor, I'd like to help you write reply letters together with Harry. May I?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry also looked hopefully at Lockhart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this instant, he had already seen the full appearance of Lockhart's office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as Hermione had said earlier, Lockhart had redecorated this office according to his own preferences.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entire office gave the impression of being—gaudy and chaotic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The walls were covered with countless framed portraits of Lockhart, brightly lit by many candles, with several even bearing his signature, and the desk was also piled with a large stack of photographs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, none of this was the worst part.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What truly horrified Harry was that while this office wasn't small—it could even be called spacious—it was still packed full with countless letters and packages.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he had to reply to all these people...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry couldn't help but shudder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, he desperately hoped Hermione could help him share some of the burden.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Given Hermione's excellent performance in Defense Against the Dark Arts classes, please agree to let her help, Professor Lockhart!'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry prayed silently in his heart. 'After all, she was the only student who could remember all your preferences!'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, at this moment, Lockhart said something that surprised both Harry and Hermione.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Dear Miss Granger, although I'm very happy that you came here voluntarily, I still have to apologize to you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Pro-Professor?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hermione looked at Lockhart in surprise, apparently not expecting him to refuse her so decisively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Having Harry help me reply to fan letters is actually Professor McGonagall's punishment for his detention. I think you both should be clear about this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry and Hermione nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Precisely because of this, I can't have another person do this work, even if you're willing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But, but...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good girl, don't worry. Replying to fan letters isn't something that happens overnight.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lockhart smiled at Hermione and winked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The next time I need to reply to my fans' letters, I'll definitely ask for your help.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that time, it won't be punishment anymore, but me requesting your assistance!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having the best student in the year help me would be my honor!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It must be said that as the author of \"Charm Your Way to Success,\" Lockhart did have some skills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With just two simple sentences, he transformed Hermione's mood from dejection to joy, and she obediently left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Hermione left, Lockhart turned to Harry, his face once again blooming with a brilliant smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why are you still standing there? Come in quickly, Harry!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Harry entered the room, Lockhart immediately closed the door and rubbed his hands together excitedly, saying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I think... you can address the envelopes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To be honest, his tone was very strange, as if this were some kind of glorious task.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry really didn't know where this confidence came from.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Indeed, this person was just as Sherlock had said—truly contradictory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now then... let me see...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lockhart searched while muttering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The first letter to Lady Gladys, God bless her—she's one of my most ardent admirers.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking of what Sherlock had told him earlier, and remembering how Colin had just pestered him, Harry immediately frowned as a plan formed in his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wrote the envelope as quickly as possible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, before Lockhart could hand him another envelope, he spoke first. \"Professor, actually I have a question I'd like to ask you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lockhart was obviously surprised by Harry taking the initiative to speak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, he quickly showed a delighted expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I didn't expect the Savior of the Wizarding World to have doubts too?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Don't worry, dear Harry. With my rich life experience, I can certainly answer all your questions.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The situation is this. there's a student in our house who really likes...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry's skin wasn't thick enough yet, so he couldn't help but pause here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That... I don't know how to put it. Anyway, he always wants to take photos with me and get autographs, and he appears on the routes I take every day. It's even affecting my normal life.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ha!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Compared to Harry, Lockhart was much more experienced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, he already understood what was happening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I think... you must be talking about Mr. Colin Creevey, right?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That fanatical fan who once took a photo with both of us?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Exactly, that's him!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry nodded repeatedly. He didn't correct Lockhart's description; this time Lockhart's characterization really couldn't be called wrong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Very good, dear Harry. It seems you've finally realized the weight of this double-edged sword called fame!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As your teacher, I must pass on some experience about being a celebrity to you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lockhart straightened his collar and showed his trademark smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I once wrote in 'Dancing with Werewolves'—fame is like the gold coins hidden in a Niffler's pouch; if you're not careful, it will bite your finger.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Entering his area of true expertise, Lockhart suddenly exuded an aura of authority that somehow made Harry find him convincing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Harry, you must remember that celebrities must have the bearing of celebrities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You just said that Mr. Creevey has affected your normal life?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Heh, in my opinion, that's nothing at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once, a fan wanted to break into the bathroom while I was bathing just to get my autograph.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—If it were only that, it would be fine, but do you know what? She had even prepared a love potion!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Harry was completely stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A love potion?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Professor Lockhart winked at the astonished Harry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Merlin's beard, actually I shouldn't be telling a student these things. For you now, this is really too early.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Uh...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ahem... What I mean is, when Mr. Creevey rushes toward you with his camera, you should keep your distance from him like you would from baby Mandrakes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Professor, perhaps you could be more specific.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You need to raise your chin high enough to see the top of the towers, understand?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Use that kind of look of 'I just saved the wizarding world from You-Know-Who' to look down at the camera.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he says 'Mr. Potter, please give me an autograph,' the correct response is to reply in a magically brief and powerful tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'I have Defense Against the Dark Arts class in five minutes,' and then stride away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When cornered on the spiral staircase, you can even tell him in an icy tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Mr. Creevey, your persistence is wearing thin the Savior's patience.'\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under Harry's expression of \"there's such a method,\" Lockhart said in an unquestionable tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Harry, you must remember that every overly enthusiastic photo could become future poison.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only when fans feel frustrated can you appropriately show your friendliness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You want fans to feel that the idol himself is very willing to get close to them, but due to various reasons, can't really get close to them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if you really do something wrong, you should make fans spontaneously defend you. When necessary, you can even plant...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ahem, of course, it's still too early to tell you about this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, it's still that saying. celebrities must have the bearing of celebrities.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After saying this, Lockhart straightened up, resumed his elegant posture, and smoothed his violet robes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now, I think we can practice how to use your nostrils to express 'I'm very busy.'\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While the dumbfounded Harry was receiving Lockhart's experience infusion, Hermione, who had been rejected by Lockhart, left the office somewhat dejectedly and returned to the Gryffindor common room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When she saw that familiar figure with hands clasped supporting his chin, Hermione wasn't surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Professor Lockhart rejected me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She sat down next to Sherlock and briefly recounted what had just happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However, he promised me that if there's another such opportunity next time, he'll definitely ask for my help.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Next time for sure? That's within expectations.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You already guessed this result. Why didn't you dissuade me when I went to find Harry earlier?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If I had dissuaded you, would you have given up?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hermione thought for a moment and shook her head. \"No.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After saying these two words, she couldn't help but smile and understood Sherlock's meaning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Speaking of which, I really am stubborn in this regard.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's not strange, Hermione. Actually, Gilderoy Lockhart is a very interesting person.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Interesting?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hermione looked at her good friend with some confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sherlock, could you be more specific?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You can read more than 40 chapters on:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>patreon.com\u002FMikeyMuse\u003C\u002Fp>",1672,"2026-06-10T06:27:24.274Z",1,"novelbin.me","9a0f04c04e286dd707e47b4bcfb98d8037183ac0bae9f3835a6825bb8a01461d","hp-i-am-sherlock-holmes-chapter-204","hp-i-am-sherlock-holmes-chapter-195",637,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fhp-i-am-sherlock-holmes-cover.jpg"]