Vindictus shook his head in disbelief. "What do you mean you didn't hear me? Were you listening to a ghost? I just arrived. Another five points from Gryffindor for . . . for hearing things," Vindictus said sternly and walked back to the group of students.


"I hope all of you are first years. If you're not, then leave," he said and folded his arms. "Today, its crucial that you pay attention to every single word of instruction I provide and that you ask me questions when necessary. Your friends are not the flying experts. I am." He stood there and waited for them to respond.