During the feast, the professors all sat at the head table, which positioned them in such a way that they were facing the students, as well as the rest of the Great Hall. Once Headmaster Phixyll returned to his seat, which was appropriately at the center of the staff’s table, the others applauded for him. Directly to the left of the Headmaster was Professor Miles Mulford (https://gmwpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2016/01/1.jpg), who had been working beside Phixyll for quite a long time.<br/><br/>“Brilliant speech, Headmaster.” He leaned in, ensuring his voice was heard. He continued to clap along with the others until the applause died down. Beside him was Professor Don Clemens (https://object.cato.org/sites/cato.org/files/authors/newpfj.jpg), who seemed to agree with the statement. “I’m eager to see who will volunteer their name for the Tournament.” He craned his head back to be heard by the Headmaster, which caused his voice to carry. Though Phixyll did not look his way, Don raised a fork toward him, as if to cheers.<br/><br/>Professor Joy Palmer (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/cb/61/a2/cb61a23fe70680cde5bdaa5e648a4b9d.jpg) and Professor Mae Yeong (https://images.hellogiggles.com/uploads/2017/06/19092152/Rose.jpg) were seated beside one another, and both seemed to shiver at the mention of the Tournament. Joy released a sigh and gave a look to her counterpart, who seemed to shake her head in disapproval. For one, the Tournament was simply a reminder of death, while for the other, the idea of competition in order to build comradery sounded idiotic. They both tended to their meals, quietly. Surely, they would continue this silent conversation later, in private, with alcohol in hand.<br/><br/>Among the staff, it was clear that varying opinions were held regarding the decision to bring back the Triwizard Tournament. While some of them were easier to read than others, two men who any would have a hard time sussing out their opinions on the matter, were Professor Wilfred Fraser (https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6f933d_67186cd3e8fb49deacd4a34ff3f1fe6e~mv2_d_1400_2100_s_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1066%2Ch_1600%2Cal_c%2Cq_90/file.jpg) and Professor Bruno Campos (https://i.pinimg.com/236x/58/ec/00/58ec00fedb7d93de3284190862f2c54b--benicio-del-toro-cool-people-photography.jpg). The two men were eating casually, exchanging glances, but mostly keeping to themselves. Both  men wore hardened faces which seemed to mask their emotions at any given time.<br/><br/>Professor Declan Bennett (https://pixel.nymag.com/imgs/daily/vulture/2018/04/26/26-seth-rogen-feature.w512.h600.2x.jpg) seemed to be enjoying himself, even if he was a little too far away from the conversation to overhear what was being discussed. Then again, maybe it didn’t matter because he was too wrapped up in his own fog. He seemed to be in a haze of happiness that was reserved solely for him. Matron Eliza Evans (https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1373997074p5/6781.jpg), who sat nearby, appeared slightly disgruntled for some reason. Her nose wrinkled as she tried to finish her meal, as if a smell had disturbed her greatly. Near them sat Professor Nix (https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/535877970401820675/538026926451720202/9780399175831_-_embed_2017_mag.png), who had made a habit of clicking his long, sharp, crimson nails against the glass goblet holding his drink. It was difficult to tell if he was bored or amused.<br/><br/>Adina Baumberger (https://www.chartwellspeakers.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Mayim-Bialik-Wordpress.jpg) and Professor Kivon Gray (https://widgets.weforum.org/davos-arts-2016/content/profiles/william.jpg) were comparing notes about what the stars were telling them to expect for the school year ahead. She maintained that the year of the pig represented an increase in potential and in energy, but it could also bring some difficult transitions. He was convinced that the Chinese zodiac only affected those who were born during those years, and were not supposed to represent a fortune for everyone. Professor Magnus Collins (https://dcassetcdn.com/w1k/themeposts/635673959953796400/635673959953796386_d1c6.jpg) played eye ping pong with them both, as he sat between them, and wished that he had chosen a different seat, rather than having to listen to two adults argue about a fictitious pig.<br/><br/>Martin Fletcher (http://www.artnet.com/WebServices/images/ll1349105llgj5J72CfDrCWBHBAD/martin-schoeller-christopher-walken.jpg) and Brackston Knox (http://www.atlantablackstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/michael-clarke-duncan.jpeg) were two men who typically didn’t join the staff members for their meals. Usually, they were a bit too busy roaming the halls or grounds, making sure that everything was just right. Professor Clementine Pearson (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/9d/8d/2c/9d8d2c225aaaf75f479f93a608a0669e.jpg) couldn’t help noticing how they both acted as if they hadn’t used silverware a day in their lives. She perked a brow while both men poked at their meat and awkwardly handled their utensils. With a tilt of her head, she made a genuine effort to keep from staring.<br/><br/>Beside her was Professor Aaliya Mandalik (https://static01.nyt.com/images/2011/09/25/magazine/25kaling1/25kaling1-popup.jpg), who had been talking her ear off since the applause ceased. “It’s a historical decision, really. Minister Granger is going down in the history books, to be sure, but I’ve a feeling we will be mentioned as well. Oh, it’s so thrilling, I can hardly wait for members of press to come barging in and demanding interviews. Ooh, I hope the Daily Prophet sends someone cute to speak to me.”<br/><br/>Professor Teddie Davies (https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/535877970401820675/538096682412408832/636598190121111691-Danny-DeVito---high-res---photo-credit-Daniel-Bergeron.png) and Professor Bentley Hughes (http://images.nymag.com/movies/features/garyoldman111203_560b.jpg) were already agreeing to discuss their opinions on the Tournament over a game of Wizard’s chess. Davies was a competitive man and could never turn down an offer for a game of any sort. Hughes knew this, and also knew that Davies was much more familiar with muggle matters than wizarding ones, and so, he felt that ensured his imminent win.<br/><br/>The chatter among the staff table was kept to a respectful quiet as they all went about eating their meals. Once finished, the Headmaster excused the lot of them. Some professors returned to the staff quarters, others milled around and spoke with the students. As for the Headmaster, if anyone had paid attention, he was gone so fast, it seemed as if he disappeared into thin air.<br/><br/>The students had the rest of the evening to themselves and were encouraged to head to their dorms at a reasonable hour, to get some sleep and prepare for classes the following day.