Snape's figure soon appeared in Dumbledore's office. Compared to Professor McGonagall's friendly greeting, Snape simply nodded upon seeing Hector. There was a trace of astonishment in his dark eyes, though it quickly faded away.
After all, Hector was not allowed to stay there long. The two Dumbledores gave him no chance to show off in front of the two professors. After Hector provided a portion of the information, Dumbledore exchanged a glance with Aberforth, who was standing right behind him.
Hector was still trying to figure out the meaning of that look when, before he could puzzle it out, he felt a distinct wave of dizziness. When he woke up again, it was already noon of the following day. Hector was lying in Dumbledore's bed, and when he groggily propped himself up to survey his surroundings, a sharp soreness in his neck forced him right back down.
Chapter 95