bacchusnovels Chapter 423 Thank you, Professor
Chapter 423 Thank you, Professor
Chapter 423 Thank you, Professor
"I remember it was at the beginning of the second year... Our first conversation was at the Quidditch selection tournament."
"Back then, I had just arrived at Durmstrang and all I could think about was how to train hard and become stronger in Quidditch. I'm not good at making friends, so I spent almost all my time broomping."
"But Selena... she's completely different."
Sean listened quietly without interrupting, simply nodding slightly to signal Krum to continue.
"Selena was already a remarkable person when she first joined the Quidditch team," Krum said with a wry smile. "Her flying skills were top-notch, and she was much braver than us freshmen."
"I remember during the Quidditch selection, she was the only newcomer who dared to challenge the seniors—and she won."
"At that time, I really felt that she was a shining star."
Krum sighed deeply, his tone a mixture of admiration and helplessness.
"At the time, I only dared to watch her train from the sidelines."
"She gets along well with everyone and always naturally becomes the focus of attention in the team."
"Later, she took the initiative to find me and asked if I also wanted to participate in the selection."
"I remember her laughing and saying, 'Your broom looks more confident than you, Krum.'"
Hearing this, Sean rested his chin on his hand and chuckled softly, "It sounds like she has a very good impression of you."
Krum nodded, a complex smile appearing on his face.
"Yes, we gradually became familiar with each other after that."
"We trained and competed together... Selena was always very considerate. Even when I made mistakes, she would give me advice and never blame me."
"She also likes to give everyone in the team nicknames, which makes everyone laugh—her personality is really unique."
He paused here, his eyes darting around as if he were thinking of something: "However... it's only in the last few months that I've become aware of my own feelings."
Sean raised an eyebrow slightly. "How did you find out?"
Krum's face flushed even more. He scratched his head, somewhat embarrassed, and said, "Well... once during training, I accidentally fell. She ran over to help me up, looked at me with a frown, and said, 'Krum, this is the year of the Quidditch World Cup, you're the ace of the Bulgarian team, don't always make yourself look like a wolf.'"
"And then?" Sean asked.
"And then..." Krum gritted his teeth, his voice lowering, "I suddenly felt... I didn't want to let her down. I wanted to become better, not just for the competition, but... for her."
As he finished speaking, he seemed to finally unload a burden from his heart and sighed softly: "From then on, I found myself always paying attention to her every move."
"The way she meticulously analyzed tactics before the match."
"How she casually tied her hair up during her break."
"Even the way she sometimes frowns and thinks... I don't know why, but I just feel... she's special."
She is indeed very special.
These are Sean's true feelings.
However, saying these things at this time would be somewhat cruel to this boy who is just beginning to experience romantic feelings.
Sean thought for a moment, then quietly looked at Krum. After he finished speaking, he gently said, "It sounds like your relationship is very natural, and Selena trusts you quite a bit. So why not just tell her what you think?"
This statement was actually a subtle reminder to Krum that the two of them weren't a good match—at least Selena didn't like him anymore.
To say something that might be a bit inappropriate...
Whether it's Krum's "affected" or "unable to hide his feelings" behavior, or Selena's subtlety, the latter has most likely already sensed the former's feelings.
Since there has been no progress in the past few months, it means that the latter is completely uninterested in the former.
The argument that Selena isn't interested in Krum isn't baseless; it's supported by evidence—and right now, that evidence is in Sean's pocket:
There was a pair of lace panties stuffed inside, still carrying a touch of girlish charm.
However, Krum didn't grasp the implication of Sean's words. Instead, he frowned, lost in his own thoughts, and said with a wry smile, "Professor, I know she trusts my teammate, but that doesn't mean she likes me. I'm afraid that if I say anything, it will ruin our relationship... She's excellent and popular; I'm just her friend."
"So, you've been trying to change yourself to get her attention?"
Krum did not deny this, but simply nodded slightly.
"Yes, I want to become a better version of myself, someone she would love more."
"I know Selena likes smart, charming, and confident people, and I... am still a long way off."
Now, the logic is complete, and the truth has finally come to light.
That's right, Selena does like Shawn's type, and Krum, who knows this, also chose to learn from Shawn.
However, Sean was not optimistic about Krum's idea.
Even disregarding the recent events between him and Selena, given their years of relationship, Krum's romance seems destined to end in failure.
Forced relationships are never sweet.
The group had been studying together for so many years, and Selena had even sensed Krum's feelings, but she didn't reciprocate. There was only one reason for this—out of their long-standing friendship, she was too embarrassed to reject him too obviously.
Moreover, from Krum's perspective, a woman like Selena is not his best choice.
Liking someone can easily lead to illusions, especially for young people who haven't truly experienced love, making it even harder to discern these illusions.
Boys who are just beginning to experience romantic feelings often cannot distinguish between admiration and liking. They may mistakenly believe that they have fallen in love because of certain superficial qualities or a momentary attraction.
As for Krum, a Quidditch star who rose to fame at a young age, his life trajectory destined him to meet more excellent and compatible partners.
Selena may be remarkable in some ways, but her personality, background, and compatibility with Krum mean she is not the most suitable person for him.
Krum is fully capable and has the opportunity to choose someone who better understands his lifestyle and aligns with his values. In his choices, Selena may just be a fleeting possibility, not the final answer.
To put it bluntly, a woman with Selena's personality is not someone that a young, inexperienced Krum could easily handle or contend with.
Of course, all the conclusions above are deduced from the result, that is, they are all based on the premise that Selena is not interested in Krum. To confirm this point, while Krum was discussing, Sean even secretly put his hand into his pocket and touched the silky object to make sure that the conclusion was not due to a problem with his memory.
Therefore, the issue of helping Krum resolve his inner conflict has shifted to making Krum understand this point, or to put it more directly... helping him find a partner.
Men always grow through love, don't they?
After figuring out the key points, Sean's lips curled into a meaningful smile.
The plan to help Krum "turn back from the wrong path" begins!
Serious illnesses require strong medicine.
Then Sean suddenly spoke up: "Krum, from what you've said, Selena is indeed a very outstanding girl—intelligent, charming, and composed and confident. It's hard not to be attracted to such qualities."
Krum nodded and gave a bitter smile.
"Yes, Professor, she's so special. I always feel like I'm not good enough for her."
Sean suddenly stood up straight and patted him on the shoulder: "Krum, you know, there's no right or wrong in liking someone, but your current thinking, to be frank, is a bit narrow-minded."
Krum paused for a moment: "Narrow-minded?"
Sean nodded. "You're trying so hard to change yourself so Selena will like you, but I want to ask you a question—what if she doesn't care about those 'changes' as much as you think? What if she doesn't even glance at you more because you've become 'smarter' or more 'composed'?"
Krum opened his mouth, but couldn't say a word.
He had never thought about this question, or rather, he dared not think about it.
Sean continued, "You think she likes intelligence and beauty. But the real question is, is your liking for her based on understanding her, or just admiration? Have you seriously considered whether you two are truly compatible?"
Krum lowered his head, his expression conflicted. "Professor, I just... I just think she's special, and I want him to notice me..."
Sean chuckled softly, but after the chuckle, his expression suddenly turned serious.
"Krum, attention is indeed important, but I can tell you a man's secret—'Attention' isn't something you get by trying to please; it's something you naturally attract when you shine."
He paused, then used words to shatter Krum's last shred of hope—was he afraid to confess to Selena because he feared failure... or had he already foreseen failure?
These two may sound the same, but there are fundamental differences.
"And Selena, she's already noticed you."
"But that doesn't mean she feels the same way about you—after spending so much time together, she couldn't possibly not have noticed your feelings. If she doesn't respond, then the answer is already quite obvious."
Krum's expression became even more complicated.
After a long silence, he finally looked up at Sean and asked in a hoarse voice, "So, Professor, you mean... she won't like me?"
Sean shook his head gently, a hint of pity in his eyes: "Krum, relationships are a two-way process; you can't guarantee a result just by trying. Selena is a smart and perceptive girl, and her choices may not align with your expectations. But that doesn't mean your feelings are wrong; it just means that the outcome of a relationship isn't something you can decide unilaterally."
This statement is quite sincere.
Even more sincere than what he taught in the dueling class these past two days.
Krum sensed this sincerity and became even more silent.
Immediately following, the second phase should begin—seeing this, Sean changed his tone and suddenly teased lightly, "But, Krum, liking someone doesn't mean the end of the world. How old are you? Seventeen? Eighteen? Your life has just begun."
Selena may be the first person you like, but she will definitely not be the last.
Krum gave a wry smile: "Professor, are you saying... I should give up?"
Sean shrugged, deliberately giving an ambiguous answer: "Whether you give up or not is your decision. However, I can tell you one thing—as a Quidditch star now, you're destined to meet many more people in the future, including those who understand you better and are more suitable for you. In other words, Selena isn't your only option."
He paused, then said meaningfully, "Sometimes, men only truly grow in love. Whether you choose to continue loving Selena or try to let go and see other things, you'll find your true self in the process. And that's what matters most."
When Krum looked up again, his eyes were filled with confusion, but also with a hint of understanding.
How could someone who can achieve such outstanding results at Durmstrang be a stupid person?
It's just that I'm unwilling to accept it.
He pondered for a moment, then said in a low voice, "Professor, I understand... I will think about what you said carefully."
Sean smiled and gently patted his shoulder: "Good, Krum. Relationships can't be rushed. Remember, your worth isn't defined by others, but by what you discover yourself."
Krum nodded, stood up, bowed deeply to Sean, and thanked him again, saying, "Thank you, Professor. I will think about this carefully."