Oh Heavens dear faculty, was no one able to answer today’s riddle?

Wilber looked between each of his Professors expectantly, Dhruv piping up to offer an explanation of it being because he was often seen in sunglasses which if Wilber were to replicate would only make his vision considerably worse. He was clumsy enough without the added hindrance of the castle being even darker. “No that’s not quite it. It’s because his students were too bright!” he chuckled to himself, pleased with the delivery. Perhaps this one was a little too on the nose for a group of the finest educators.

Nevermind.

It had come to the time of the evening where one must address his staff and students as a whole. The elderly man stood up from his seat, joints creaking as he made himself loud and proud. The Headmaster cleared his throat loudly, the sound reverberating down the long tables and bouncing its way off of the stone walls to fill every available space. There was a surprising amount of sound coming from a relatively short man. “Settle down young ones” Came the beginning of his speech as he awaited silence to befall the Great Hall.

“Welcome back to another year at Hogwarts and to those of you who are joining us for the first time, a very warm welcome to our hallowed halls. We hope that your experience at Hogwarts will enrich your minds with the wonders of magic, companionship and festivities.”

“There is little change to our educational team this year with the exception of Professor Leroy assuming the mantle for Muggle Studies as Professor Feirgrund champions Charms. Registration for extra-curricular activities will remain open for the next week ranging from ancient languages, through to art and drama and advanced classes for those looking for a particular challenge. We believe there is something for everyone at Hogwarts but make sure to keep your eye on the ball and don’t juggle too much with your time.” The chortle the Headmaster let out echoed through the silence. Juggling puns would never become tiresome, he was a amateur professional Juggler in a past life he’d have you know.

“Now I am sure you are all hankering for your dinner after your long journey and so I will not take up much longer of your time. We understand that being back at Hogwarts will be particularly exciting and you may be tempted to wander off the steady path but remember that this is first and foremost an establishment of education and your Professors and I expect you all to obey the rules and respect our decisions.”

“Enough of the formalities, let the festivities commence!” His chubby wrinkled hands clapped together as simultaneously a feast fit for a gaggle of ravenous teenagers appeared on each of the tables. He returned back down in his seat, pushing his thick rimmed glasses up with his knuckle as his eyes lit up from staring at the feast before him.

“Cookies, my favourite!”