demon hunter at hogwarts

It must be said that Damocles Rohr's proposal could indeed solve the problem of prisoner detention at one stroke when the British Ministry of Magic was short of funds and manpower at that time.

First of all, dementors don't need wages. They only need to suck the happiness of prisoners to quickly grow their group.

Secondly, it is basically impossible for a wizard to escape from a Dementor without a wand, and there is no need to worry about safety issues. From these two aspects, Dementors are indeed high-quality and low-cost prison guards.

"We know that at the beginning of any action, there will be voices of opposition." Dumbledore said meaningfully, "But once it is effective, most of those voices of opposition will disappear immediately. Damo Chris Rohr...he finally defied all odds and transformed the castle called Azkaban into a prison. In the years after it was built, there was not a single prison break or violation of the Statute of Secrecy. . In this way, almost everyone feels that using dementors to guard Azkaban is the right thing to do."

"I noticed you used the word 'almost'," Regulus said.

"The people who oppose it just don't speak out, but it doesn't mean that they really agree with this approach. You know, it is difficult to promote reform... Since Azkaban can indeed hold prisoners well, then the Ministry of Magic does not There are too many reasons to change this status quo." Dumbledore said, "However, after Rohr left office, some people did try to change this established fact as soon as possible. That was in 1733, after Edrich Digory took office, there was He inspected Azkaban once, and according to the diary he left behind, he was frightened by the scene there. I remember he wrote something like this: '...the castle is full of prisoners who died of despair and rotted away. The corpses, and the living people have gone crazy. I think that even if they come out of that terrible place, their spirits will not be able to return to normal...'"

Regulus originally wanted to say something, but when the words reached his lips, he swallowed them back in his stomach.

"I know what you want to say. Those prisoners deserve what they deserve, right?" Dumbledore keenly saw the change in Regulus's expression and said sharply, "I also know what you are thinking about. Those who are like Sirius are still here." There are innocent people like Hagrid who no longer even have the chance to plead their case after being thrown into Azkaban."

"You're right," Regulus admitted.

"Edric Diggory also thought so. In view of the fact that many of his actions since taking office have been widely welcomed by the wizarding community, such as establishing the Auror recruitment program for the first time..." Dumbledore continued, "He decided to set up a committee. , to consider the transformation plan of the wizard prison, the first step of which is to remove the dementors used as guards and replace them with wizards to guard Azkaban... Of course, this plan has encountered a lot of opposition, those experts They all believe that if the Dementors are expelled from the island where Azkaban is located, they will go to all parts of Europe to spread despair and decay."

"This reason is indeed reasonable enough, and it has been used until now." Regulus snorted coldly, "If the island sinks into the sea one day due to an earthquake, and the dementors escape, what will they do?"

After entering Azkaban once, he didn't have a good impression of those dementors at all.

"Generally speaking, people don't think about these things until the most critical moment. Until today, the earthquake you mentioned has not happened, right? Then just assume that it will never happen..." Dumbledore Lido sighed, "Because it's always easy to escape... It's also true. Since poor Edrich Diggory died in his office because of dragon pox, the committee has shelved this matter. To this day, no one has mentioned this bill again.”

"What a pity." Regulus expressed deep sympathy for Edric Diggory's experience.

"Later, people slowly discovered that dementors are not completely unable to communicate." Dumbledore said, "They are unreasonable, do not understand mercy and forgiveness, but they can feel danger. If you are powerful enough, , you can order them to do something. For example, prevent them from sucking the souls of prisoners at will, provide prisoners with daily meals, and bury the bodies of dead prisoners..."

"This may be the only humane aspect of these monsters." Regulus pondered for a moment before continuing, "Actually... the Dark Lord once wanted to recruit dementors for his own use. He said that mud... Muggle-born wizards, as well as Muggles, can provide food to the dementors, but this plan... probably didn't have time to be implemented, because the dementors are still serving as guards in Azkaban."

"I always thought he would do this, and that's the problem. You know, Dementors... they don't have the spirit of contract." Dumbledore said seriously, "If they get a better living environment than they do now , will immediately betray the Ministry of Magic, and those die-hard followers of Voldemort who were imprisoned in Azkaban will return to him without any hindrance... I believe that if you return home now, you should be able to see To Remus Lupin, he'll bring some not-so-good news."

"It sounds like you also know the news." Regulus said, "Since we have said so much, you might as well tell me here so that I can be mentally prepared."

"You just said that you think there is something wrong with Azkaban, and that's true." Dumbledore said. "Two prisoners have been attacked by dementors and turned into walking zombies. Connelly is very worried about this. The Dementor is completely out of control, but he doesn't dare to publicize the matter and seek help because he is more worried about losing his position as Minister of Magic because of this scandal."

"I don't know about others. Today, Rufus Scrimgeour, if I guess correctly, has been staring at Fudge, waiting for him to make a wrong move." Regulus said disdainfully, "As for that Uzbekistan Mrich, on the contrary, should hope that Fudge's position is more stable, because her current power comes from Fudge's shelter."

He was once curious about the methods of these politicians, but later found that if wizards had powers like Dumbledore or Voldemort, those rules would not apply to them.

At least Voldemort never showed that he had any intention of having the position of Minister of Magic.Because he knows that in the face of absolute power, the so-called Minister of Magic is just a puppet in his hand.

"This is what Connelly is worried about, and what I am worried about is that the dementors have reached an alliance with Voldemort through some way. Their behavior at this time is testing the tolerance of the Ministry of Magic." Dumbledore Said, "I think that once Connelly does not give the correct response, the dementors will immediately take further measures."

"If your hypothesis is true, the actions of the Dementors are inspired by the Dark Lord...then does this mean that the Dark Lord has recovered to the point where he can control the Dementors?" Regulus's face became darker. His hair became solemn, "As you said..."

"With Tom's talent, I have no doubt that he can find a way to completely control the Dementors." Dumbledore made a judgment, "But I can't guarantee the extent of his recovery. But we should be able to reach a consensus, then It won’t be long before dementors will become a big threat.”

"The helper the Dark Lord is looking for this time is regardless of origin, first a five-legged monster, then a dementor... What will be next? A giant, or a goblin?" Regulus said in a disgusted tone, "Perhaps, giants It’s not impossible.”

"You forgot Fenrir Greyback," Dumbledore reminded.

"I'm used to those guys who wear Death Eater robes but are not qualified to bear the Dark Mark." Regulus sniffed, seeming to have smelled the bloody smell on Greyback's body, "A bunch of rabble That’s it, the Dark Lord will kick them away after using them.”

"I don't know whether Cornelius can solve this matter. But we must prepare in advance." Dumbledore decided not to talk about Voldemort's ragtag army. "I think the Patronus Curse should be used as a rule for fifth graders and above. It is a compulsory spell for students to learn Defense Against the Dark Arts. I have to talk to Quirinus about this issue... Many parents of students have written to me recently, saying that a person with a severe stutter should not be hired as a professor... But I think Quirinus Nas’ ability is still up to the task.”

Hearing Dumbledore start talking about irrelevant things, Regulus knew it was time to leave.

"I hope Professor Quirrell's work can go smoothly... It's time for me to go back. It was a very rewarding class. I think if you really become a professor of the history of magic, you should be able to do it, at least Bibbins The professor’s classes are much more interesting. It’s a pity that not many people get to experience them.”

"I don't dare claim to be a historian, I just lived a little longer." Dumbledore said modestly, "If you are really interested in these things, I can write a letter to Bathilda Bathilda." Saudi, you already know that I once lived in Godric's Hollow, and she also lived there. We used to be neighbors, and she was a very friendly old lady..."

"That's my honor." Regulus smiled.

By the time Regulus returned to No. 12 Grimmauld Place, the sky was already dark.

Just as Dumbledore said, Lupine arrived and planned to stay for dinner, bringing news of the dementor attack on the prisoners.

So Regulus recited the last conversation between him and Dumbledore to Sirius and Lupine.

"Padfoot, have you ever heard of the story of the 'Island of the Dead'?" After listening to Regulus's story, Lupine suddenly said a sentence without knowing anything.

"I think I've heard that even Merlin is unwilling to set foot in that ghost place." Sirius pointed at Regulus, "Rael should know more. He prefers reading story books."

Lupine looked at Regulus with questioning eyes, and the latter nodded slowly.

"On the way back from Inverness that day, I kept thinking that that place is not far from the location of the Island of the Dead in the story." Lupine said seriously, "It just so happens that your cousin..."

"Cousin." Sirius spat and corrected, "But I don't want to be related to her."

"...Your cousin Bellatrix appeared there. We know that she escaped from prison just to protect...or take care of Voldemort." Lupine analyzed, "Will Voldemort put the legendary The Island of the Dead was used as a hiding place... According to records, the environment there should not be much better than Azkaban, so if there are really dementors that escape the control of the Ministry of Magic, it is entirely possible for them to be there. Let’s gather together there first…”

Sirius no longer leaned on the back of the chair, and a hint of fanaticism appeared on his unshaven face: "How about we go explore?"

As soon as he finished speaking, a huge snowball fell from the sky.

But this time Sirius learned the lesson and raised his wand in time to create an invisible umbrella that blocked the snowball.

"It's just a joke." Sirius glared at Regulus, "You shouldn't have such a big reaction, right?"

"I didn't do anything." Regulus spread his hands and said innocently, his wand still firmly inserted into the buckle at his waist.

On the other side, Lupine quietly put his wand back into his pocket under the table, but in the end he couldn't hold back the smile on his face.

"Moon Face..." Sirius soon discovered who the real troublemaker was. He looked at his old friend helplessly and said, "You know me. The situation was so dangerous last time. How could I not be prepared?" Just go there again? This is just a suggestion..."

"It's because I know you so well that I have to pour cold water on you." Lupine stared at Sirius seriously and analyzed the situation with his fingers. "If our speculation is true, Voldemort is hiding nearby now. , then he has Bella and Barty Crouch Jr., perhaps other Death Eaters we don't know about, a lot of five-legged monsters, and possibly dementors... Let's dive in like this , there is no difference between committing suicide."

"Okay, then tell me, what is the plan?" Sirius said depressedly, "Those of you who are cautious and have a big picture view quickly discuss a plan and I will be responsible for executing it, okay?"

"I think we can go and find out." Regulus said suddenly.

Hearing Regulus's statement, Lupine frowned, while Sirius's face turned cloudy and clear in an instant, and he shouted happily: "Look!"

"I have to remind you that the situation that day was very dangerous. We almost couldn't come back..." Lupine tried to dissuade Regulus and let him take back this "reckless" decision.

"I know, I saw the wounds on his body." Regulus tapped his finger on the table and said softly, "Of course we can't walk to Inverness like this, we must make some preparations in advance... At this point, maybe the Ministry of Magic can help us."