It's just a Defense Against the Dark Arts professor.

Chapter 259 Karkaroff
What exactly happened in Hogwarts that night, except for a few professors who participated in it, no one else knew.

The students in the castle still live a simple and happy campus life.

It's just that when talking about the Triwizard Tournament that is getting closer and closer, there are still very few people who will accidentally mention that not long ago, the students of the entire school collectively had a nightmare, and then laughed at who was making a big deal of it. Not a big deal.

But the students were unaware of the inside story of the matter. On the fourth day after the matter was resolved, Dumbledore finally returned to Hogwarts.

Professor McGonagall would not hide what happened in the castle during his absence from school.

And as soon as he learned what had happened, Dumbledore called Sherlock to the principal's office.

The elderly Dumbledore, who had been running outside for several days in a row, was not easy. He looked tired and lay on the armchair behind the desk, sighing to Sherlock.

"I knew he would do it, but I didn't expect it to be so fast."

Sherlock shrugged nonchalantly.

"I think the sooner they start, the better. If they keep delaying, it will only keep our spirits tense. Besides, the direction they chose to attack this time is also very beneficial to us. They probably wouldn't have thought that the original Vera, who is in charge of guarding Fiddlesticks from the Department of Mysteries of the German Ministry of Magic, will come to Hogwarts to teach this year."

In this regard, Dumbledore also nodded.

"Luck is indeed on our side this time, but at the same time, they will definitely not give up because of this loss."

Speaking of this, a white light appeared on Dumbledore's crescent-shaped glasses.

"For the Triwizard Tournament, there will be many outsiders entering the castle. Among these people are wizards from the other two magic schools and people from the British Ministry of Magic. This is a great opportunity for them. Even if they know us There will be vigilance, and they will not pass up this opportunity."

Sherlock narrowed his eyes too.

"Actually, professor, I don't know if you have ever thought about it. With Fudge now in charge of the Ministry of Magic officials, if that person makes a comeback in the magic world, do you think he will be a helper with the character of our Minister of Magic? ?”

Dumbledore could understand what Sherlock wanted to express at this time. He crossed his hands and propped his chin. After thinking for a moment, he said in a deep voice.

"No, according to Fudge's personality, the Ministry of Magic will not become our main force." Having said that, he paused for a while, and then continued, "But with his timid mentality, he dare not help us, nor It will definitely not fall to Voldemort's side, and for us, it may be the best result for us that the Ministry of Magic, as a neutral party, alone fights against the returning Death Eaters."

As an official organization in the magic world, if it is united with the forces led by Dumbledore, who will listen to the internal scheduling and orders?

If it was the Ministry of Magic, why did Dumbledore set up the Order of the Phoenix alone?

But if you listen to Dumbledore, what kind of situation will you put Fudge, Minister of Magic?
Especially this is a politician with a strong desire for power.

Therefore, according to Dumbledore's vision, after Voldemort fully returns, the Order of the Phoenix and the Ministry of Magic will operate independently of each other, and fighting the Death Eaters is the best situation.

After all, most members of the Order of the Phoenix are also employees of the Ministry of Magic, so the two sides have some subtle connections, but they won't be too close to cause internal disputes.

But although Dumbledore's idea is really good, Sherlock still thinks that this is just the best situation he expected.

If other accidents happen, the Ministry of Magic will lose the chain, and the Order of the Phoenix will be unable to support itself.

However, Sherlock didn't say any more about such things. He knew very well that Dumbledore instinctively rejected political matters.

After the two chatted for a while, the topic quickly turned to the upcoming Triwizard Tournament.

"The day before Halloween, students from the other two schools, Beauxbatons and Durmstrang will be led by their principals to Hogwarts. I heard that when you took Harry on a trip to France , and have a little friendship with one of Beauxbaton's little girls?"

Dumbledore looked at Sherlock and smiled.

Hearing his words, Sherlock also thought of the little mixed-race Veela girl who would give him presents and occasionally send letters over the past two years at Christmas.

"It's the little girl from Delacour's family. She was a little dumbfounded. If it wasn't for me and Harry, she would have been abducted by traffickers and sold."

Dumbledore couldn't help but smile when Sherlock told the story of the past.

He seemed to like listening to the funny stories about Sherlock taking Harry on a trip to France. Even though Sherlock had told him several times, he still couldn't get tired of hearing it.

"There is no problem with Beauxbatons, the key is Durmstrang."

Dumbledore's face became serious again, obviously he and Sherlock were talking about business.

Sherlock has also heard about this magic school located in the northernmost part of Europe.

"I heard that this school has a very loose attitude towards black magic? There are many students who are even studying things related to black magic openly?"

Dumbledore shook his head.

"These are just rumors. Although Durmstrang did turn a blind eye to the students' learning of black magic, in general, it is not too far-fetched, and it has never been rumored. , there is news that a student died under a certain black magic."

"The crux of the problem is their principal."

Sherlock frowned involuntarily.

"Who is their principal?"

"Igor Karkaroff."

This is a name that is no stranger to Sherlock. Even more than ten years ago, he had directly met Karkaroff at that time!

"Because Durmstrang's current principal is him, and he will live in Hogwarts for the next semester, I specially recruited Moody. The Auror who arrested him back then was Moody. Dee, he has a natural fear of Moody, so I just want Moody to watch him."

After listening to Dumbledore's words, Sherlock stroked his chin and asked thoughtfully.

"Karkaroff was the most loyal to Voldemort, so how likely is it that he will renew his allegiance to his old master?"

(End of this chapter)