Chapter 7 - I Solemnly Swear That I Am Up to No Good

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The Transfiguration lesson was in full swing, with Professor McGonagall guiding the students through the intricacies of charm casting

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The Transfiguration lesson was in full swing, with Professor McGonagall guiding the students through the intricacies of charm casting. Jinx Tonks sat at her desk, her wand poised in her hand, a determined expression on her face. The classroom was alive with the sound of incantations and the occasional burst of laughter as students attempted to master the complex spell.

Jinx's attention wavered between her task and Lee, who was engaged in a playful duel with Fred and George Weasley behind McGonagall's back. Just as Jinx's wand flicked with somewhat hopeful determination, Professor McGonagall's voice cut through the air, causing her to startle. "Josephine Tonks, please come to my desk."

Jinx's heart skipped a beat, wondering what could have prompted such a summons. She exchanged curious glances with Lee and her friends before making her way to the professor's desk. The students' whispers followed her, filled with speculation and curiosity.

Professor McGonagall's stern expression softened as Jinx approached. "The Headmaster has requested your presence, Miss Tonks," she explained, her voice tinged with a hint of concern. "You are to go to Dumbledore's office immediately."

Jinx couldn't help but feel a mix of anxiety and curiosity as she hurriedly finished packing her bags. She shot a quick glance at her friends, Fred, George, and Lee, who were huddled together and engaged in a whispered conversation that seemed to revolve around some kind of wager. As she made her way towards the door, they noticed her looking and flashed mischievous grins her way.

"What's going on, guys?" Jinx asked, unable to resist the urge to inquire.

Fred leaned in a mischievous twinkle in his eye. "Oh, just a little bet we've got going on about your impending meeting with Dumbledore."

Lee chuckled. "Yeah, we're trying to guess how many Galleons it'll cost you in detentions."

George smirked and added, "We're thinking somewhere between a knut and a few sickles, depending on the severity of your 'offense.'"

Jinx raised an eyebrow, a mix of amusement and exasperation playing on her face. "You guys really bet on everything, don't you?"

"We prefer to call it 'embracing the spirit of unpredictability and opportunity,'" Fred quipped with a wink.

"But seriously," Lee said, his expression turning more serious, "Are you okay? Dumbledore's office isn't exactly a usual destination for us trouble-free folks."

Jinx nodded, appreciating their concern. "I'm not sure what it's about, but I'll find out soon enough. Wish me luck."

"We're rooting for you," George said, giving her a thumbs-up.

She bid her friends a quick goodbye and made her way through the labyrinthine corridors of Hogwarts, her footsteps echoing in the silence. Arriving at Dumbledore's office, Jinx found the gargoyles guarding the entrance, their stone faces displaying a touch of whimsy. She stated her purpose, and with a gentle nod, the gargoyles sprang aside, revealing the spiral staircase leading to the Headmaster's sanctuary.

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