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Chapter 20: Hagrid's Tale

Hagrid returns to Hogwarts after a mysterious and prolonged absence, looking battered and worn. Harry, Ron, and Hermione visit him in his hut, eager to learn about his mission. Hagrid reveals that he was sent by Dumbledore to recruit the giants to their cause, a dangerous task that took him across Europe. He describes the brutal conditions he and his half-brother Grawp faced, and their efforts to convince the giants to join the fight against Voldemort. Despite initial successes, their mission ultimately failed due to the interference of Death Eaters, who swayed the giants to Voldemort’s side. Hagrid also reveals that he brought Grawp, a full giant, back with him to Hogwarts and is hiding him in the Forbidden Forest. This revelation worries Harry, Ron, and Hermione, as they recognize the potential dangers and complications of having a giant on the school grounds. Hagrid’s tale highlights the growing complexity and scale of the conflict with Voldemort, emphasizing the lengths to which Dumbledore and his allies are willing to go to secure support. The chapter also underscores the personal risks and sacrifices made by members of the Order of the Phoenix, and the increasing peril that surrounds them.