HP Dual Masters and I had a blast in Hogwarts.

Chapter 262 The banquet ended, and I went home to take a bath.

As Riddle left, Lucius Malfoy, Narcissa Malfoy, and Barty Crouch Jr. stood there chatting.

“This is the first time I’ve seen my master care so much about someone,” Narcissa Malfoy remarked.

“I feel like I’ve seen that man before.” Lucius Malfoy felt a sense of familiarity, but couldn’t quite place where he had seen him before.

“Is this Hogwarts, senior?” Barty Crouch Jr. reminded him.

“I’m not sure myself,” Lucius Malfoy said, frowning as he thought back.

Lucius Malfoy felt I looked familiar, but couldn't quite place where he'd seen me before.

Actually, Barty Crouch Jr. had already reminded Lucius Malfoy, who knew my full name.

“If you can’t remember, then don’t think about it. It’s getting late, and we should probably head home.” Narcissa Malfoy finished the last drop of wine in her glass, then took her husband’s arm and they left together.

Barty Crouch Jr. didn't say much, finished his drink, and left.

Severus had already left when Riddle left.

Seeing that the master's capable subordinates had all left, the remaining people also began to leave one after another.

Gradually, everyone left, and the banquet came to an end.

When I returned to my villa, Butler Chen appeared beside me instantly and respectfully took the clothes I had taken off.

"Young Master, would you like some bathwater prepared for you?" Butler Chen noticed that I looked tired and suggested that I take a bath.

"Okay, prepare a bathtub for me." I've worked up a bit of a sweat dancing with Riddle, so I need to take a bath.

"The hot tub on the roof has always been prepared for you, young master." Butler Chen then took the jewelry I had taken off.

"Then I'll go take a bath first. Butler Chen, please prepare a bathrobe for me." I changed into the slippers handed to me by the servant and walked towards the magic staircase leading to the rooftop.

Upon reaching the rooftop, the first thing that catches the eye is the carefully laid light gray marble floor tiles around the bathtub. The delicate texture shimmers with a soft luster under the moonlight, adding a touch of elegance while also providing just the right amount of slip resistance.

The bathtub is an irregular oval shape, like a huge gem left on the rooftop.

The pool walls are made of light blue mosaic tiles, each piece small and exquisite, arranged closely together to create a shimmering visual effect, as if bringing a deep blue sky into the bath.

The edge of the bathtub is inlaid with an exquisite stainless steel decorative strip, which shines brightly in the moonlight, like a gorgeous necklace adorning the bathtub.

At one end of the bath, there is a small artificial hill, on which several green plants grow in a staggered manner. Their branches and leaves sway gently in the breeze, bringing vitality to the entire space.

At the top of the artificial hill is a small fountain from which water gushes out, forming a crystal-clear curtain of water that makes a crisp and melodious sound when it falls into the bath, like a beautiful symphony played by nature.

The water in the bath was crystal clear, like a giant mirror, reflecting the stars in the sky and everything around it.

Now that night has fallen, the lights around the bathtub come on, and the warm yellow light reflects on the water, creating a cozy and romantic atmosphere.

At this moment, lying in the bathtub and looking up at the starry sky, the dazzling stars seem within reach, making one feel as if they are in the vast universe, forgetting all worries and fatigue.

A white lounge chair was placed on one side of the bathtub. The chair was made of soft and comfortable material and covered with a light blue cushion, which complemented the color of the bathtub.

Next to the recliner is a small coffee table where you can place drinks, fruit and other items.

After enjoying a relaxing bath, lying lazily on a lounge chair, sipping delicious fruit, and feeling the gentle breeze is such a pleasant and carefree experience.

To ensure a suitable water temperature in the bath, an advanced constant temperature system is installed at the bottom of the pool.

No matter the season, I can enjoy a relaxing bath in comfortable water temperature.

In addition, the bath is equipped with a complete water circulation and purification system, which can keep the pool water clean and hygienic at all times.

As I walked, I took off my clothes, and a male servant was picking them up behind me.

With each piece of clothing I took off, I felt a little less restricted.

Without the slightest hesitation, I took a few steps forward and then leaped into the bathtub.

The warm water instantly enveloped my body, and it felt like being in my mother's warm embrace.

The water splashed up, making a crisp sound, as if playing a symphony to welcome me to freedom.

The water temperature was just right, gently seeping into every inch of my skin, soothing my tense muscles.

I slowly closed my eyes, rested my head on the edge of the bathtub, and let my thoughts drift away with the steam.

I gently moved my hands in the pool, feeling the flow of the water.

Water droplets slip from my fingertips, like the fine sand of time. Though I cannot hold onto them, they allow me to truly feel every second of the present moment.

Looking up, the moon is like a dazzling pearl, hanging high in the vast sky.

It emitted a soft and cool glow, illuminating the entire night sky, yet carrying an indescribable loneliness.

The moonlight spilled onto the water's surface like a layer of silver gauze, shimmering with tiny sparkles as the water gently rippled, creating a dreamlike scene.

I gazed at the bright moon, my thoughts drifting away involuntarily.

My gaze fell upon the starry night sky, which looked like jewels set in black silk, so numerous and countless.

Some stars are bright and dazzling, as if showing their light to the world; others are faint and shy, as if playing hide-and-seek with me.

I tried to find familiar constellations, to identify the position of the Big Dipper, and to imagine that they have always held their positions for billions of years, witnessing the changes of the earth.

In the face of this vast universe, humanity is so insignificant.

Our lives are but a fleeting moment in the vast river of the universe. The worries and pressures that once troubled us seem insignificant under the endless starry sky.

A sense of open-mindedness and relief gradually welled up in my heart, as if all my worries were embraced and dissolved by the warm water and the dazzling starry sky.

I lay quietly in the water, immersed in this dreamlike atmosphere, my thoughts drifting through endless time and space.

Time seemed to stand still, shutting out the hustle and bustle of the world, leaving only me, the warm water, the bright moon, and the glittering stars, sharing a tranquil moment that belonged only to me in this peaceful night.

“Ayers, so you’ve been here all along.” I was still lost in my daydreams when Severus’s voice came from behind me.