However, for Bartemius Crouch on stage, the chaotic scene had already spiraled beyond his control.

Faced with the group of agitated students, he seemed somewhat at a loss.

After all, these students were not to be trifled with; they didn't care about the Ministry of Magic's regulations or any department heads.

All they knew was that the Ministry's representatives had announced some ridiculous rule that barred them from participating in a competition that could bring them glory.