Hagrid's massive body moved through the woods, his hurried footsteps sounding like a small earthquake.
Finally, they found Moen, who was slumped under the tree.
Harry, Ron, and Hermione immediately rushed forward and hugged him tightly.
The four of them hugged tightly, Harry's voice filled with relief at surviving the ordeal, "Thank goodness, you're alright."
Hagrid also came closer, his weathered eyes filled with worry.
"Oh, are you alright, child? Let me see."
He carefully bent down.
He stretched out his enormous hands.
He picked up Moen as easily as if he were a small pet.
He carefully examined Moen's body.
After confirming that he was not injured,
Only then did I feel relieved.
"Thank God, I'm so glad you're alright."
Hagrid breathed a sigh of relief, but soon he noticed the abruptly cleared space not far away.
The trees seemed to have been forcibly moved by some force, revealing a patch of bare soil that stood out starkly against the backdrop of the dense forest.
He looked at Moen with a puzzled expression. "What happened here? The child?"
"I think I know."
Suddenly, a deep, magnetic voice broke the silence.
Everyone looked in the direction of the sound.
A centaur, with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse, was slowly walking towards them.
He possessed a handsome human upper body.
The muscles are well-defined and powerful.
Its lower body is that of a robust horse, with a beautiful chestnut coat.
After the human approached,
His gaze did not linger on Harry, Ron, or Hermione.
Instead, he looked directly at the weakened Moen.
He said in an almost solemn tone, "Your Highness, Son of God, Ferenze pays you the highest respect."
After saying that,
Ferenczek knelt on both knees, lowered his head, and placed his right fist on his left chest, performing a standard kneeling bow.
This scene,
Like a bomb,
The news instantly caused an uproar among the crowd, leaving everyone stunned and completely unable to think.
Ron's eyes widened.
My jaw almost dropped to the ground.
He pointed at Ferencze and stammered, "What...what's going on?"
Hermione was so shocked she couldn't speak.
Centaurs kneeling before human wizards? That's utterly absurd!
She remembers it clearly.
According to the history books of magic,
Centaurs cherish freedom.
He usually prefers to be alone.
They avoided both wizards and Muggles.
Living a relatively independent life
I don't want to be disturbed by the outside world too much.
They have a strong sense of self-esteem and territoriality.
They even maintained a respectful distance from all races.
Now,
This guy named Ferenze is actually kneeling down to Moen?
Hermione would never have believed it if she hadn't seen it with her own eyes.
No one would believe this if it were told to others.
This is absolutely outrageous!
Even Hagrid was stunned by the sight before him.
He had a lot of dealings with Ferencze.
Knowing that this centaur was extremely proud,
Even when facing a great wizard like Dumbledore
Ferenczec only nodded symbolically, never having performed such a formal greeting before.
now,
Ferenzé, however, knelt and bowed to Moen.
What does this represent?
Hagrid was filled with doubt and shock.
His gaze toward Moen became complicated.
"Frenze?"
"Moen said softly, a hint of confusion and exhaustion on his pale face.
His body was very weak.
The battle just now almost exhausted all his strength.
"It is I, Your Highness."
Ferenc raised his head,
His eyes were calm and deep.
It was filled with awe and respect for Moen.
"We have been keeping a close eye on your movements and have felt the powerful energy you exude. When you were in trouble, we knew it was time to step in."
"you?"
Moen looked into Ferenczer's eyes. "You're not the only one?"
Ferenc nodded.
He stood up.
He turned and looked into the depths of the forest, then said, "My people are all waiting for your arrival, Your Highness."
"wait for me?"
Moen repeated, puzzled.
He felt that some things were beyond his comprehension.
"Yes, Your Highness."
Ferenze reaffirmed, "We centaurs have long known from ancient prophecies that a son of God will descend upon the world and lead us to a new future, and you are the one we have been waiting for."
Ferencze's words silenced everyone present.
Ron and Hermione exchanged another glance.
They felt that their understanding of the magical world was crumbling little by little.
Harry was also shocked.
But he looked at Moen with more concern, wondering how Moen was doing.
Hagrid's large beard trembled slightly. He scratched his head, muttering to himself in a somewhat bewildered manner:
"The Son of God? What... what is going on?"
Moen took a deep breath.
He tried to clear his thoughts.
But I felt my mind was in complete chaos.
He asked in a low voice, "Ference, can you explain this to me? What 'son of God' and what 'prophecy'? I don't understand at all."
"Of course, Your Highness."
Ferenczek's tone remained respectful.
"This involves an ancient legend of our centaur people. You may find it hard to believe, but we believe it is indeed the arrangement of fate."
Ferenze began recounting a prophecy long passed down among the centaurs.
In ancient times, the centaur race had contact with the gods.
They were told that in the distant future, a "Son of God" with divine blood would descend upon the world.
This son of God will possess immense power.
Able to lead the centaur race out of their predicament,
Towards the light.
This prophecy has been passed down orally from generation to generation.
It is deeply imprinted in the hearts of every member of the tribe.
They had been waiting for the appearance of this son of God.
And when they sensed Moen's power...
Then you will know,
The person they were waiting for finally appeared.
"So, you think I am the 'Son of God' you've been waiting for?" Moen asked, pointing to himself with a hint of uncertainty.
"Yes, Your Highness."
Ferenczek answered affirmatively.
"Your strength and appearance are in accordance with the ancient prophecies. We, the centaurs, are willing to follow you and serve you."
Moen fell silent.
He knew that he was indeed hiding some secrets.
However, becoming a "son of God" was something he found hard to accept at first.
"Alright, Ferenze." Moen sighed, looking up at Ferenze.
"I need time to process all of this, but if you are willing to help me, I would be happy to accept your kindness."
A hint of joy flashed in Ferenczek's eyes.
He bowed again and said, "We will always be loyal to you, Your Highness."
"So, Ferenze, where are you waiting?" Moen asked.
"It is deep within this forest, Your Highness," Ferenze said, pointing into the distance. "Please follow me."
Moen nodded, then turned to Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Hagrid, and said to them, "Let's go take a look together."
Everyone wanted to know where the centaur would take him. Out of curiosity and concern for Moen, they nodded in agreement.
Led by Ferencze, the group headed deeper into the Forbidden Forest.