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0305 Storm is approaching
"Are you sure, Annie?"
The answer was not outlandish, but for Dumbledore, it was the one he least wanted to believe.
But he knew in his heart that since Aini said it, he must be sure.
"Sorry, I don't doubt your judgment, it's just..."
"I understand, and I don't want this to happen."
The two were silent for a while, and each sighed.
Then the old man sighed again.
"Hogwarts has achieved many honors since I took over as headmaster."
Dumbledore looked around at the shining trophies and medals, with a lot of exclamation in his tone.
"But in fact, Hogwarts' influence in the wizarding world has been slowly weakening."
The old man waved his hand and blocked Aini's words of relief.
"I know that with the increasing number of magic schools, people will naturally not bet all their attention on Hogwarts."
Aini nodded accordingly, just like in the early 90s, even CC had only two channels, and the ratings at that time were hard to be surpassed by later TV stations, no matter how good the latecomers were, it was useless.
What's more, in terms of absolute strength, Hogwarts no longer has the advantage.
Just take the other two prestigious schools in Europe for comparison.
The combat prowess of Durmstrang's students after graduation is obvious to all, but behind Beauxbatons is a living legend, who had a faint reputation as the number one in Europe hundreds of years ago.
If it wasn't for Lao Deng's strong rise to support the facade, and Lemay gradually fading out of people's sight, the quality of Hogwarts' students would have to be lowered by a notch now——
It's not that people have to come here to study after receiving the admission notice from Hogwarts.
As for now...
After today, the reputation of Hogwarts must be severely damaged!
After checking the traces in the prize showroom, the two walked to the principal's office together.
Seeing the old man's deeply shocked appearance, Aini couldn't help but want to say something, but words of relief came to his lips several times, and he swallowed them back.
Say what?
Might be able to block the message?
Maybe no one will help?
Maybe you can get the understanding of the parents of the students?
Even the Siberian tiger that ran to a certain peninsula is not so wild!
These may be simply self-deception.In fact, they really stumbled this time.
"Be prepared to deal with it, it's going to be chaotic soon."
Passing over the stone beast guarding the gate, Dumbledore said suddenly.
"I understand that even without Peter helping the flames, Fudge would never let go of the opportunity to hit Hogwarts' reputation."
Ernie nodded. Students being attacked by black magic at school, especially being attacked by another student with black magic, is definitely the biggest scandal in Hogwarts in a century, even more than the one 50 years ago.
After all, no acromantula came out to take the blame this time.
As for launching a blame man...
Whether it is the pride of the great wizard or the ethics of being a teacher, Dumbledore is not allowed to do this, or acquiesce in this behavior.
"No, Fudge never wanted to target Hogwarts. In any case, the future of England is pinned here."
The old principal pursed his lips, there was no sarcasm or contempt on his face, only indifference.
"Power will not steal the wisdom in people's minds, but it will make people use their energy in places that do not match their wisdom. Fudge only wants to target me."
Thinking of Fudge's changes over the past few years, Dumbledore couldn't help feeling a little bit embarrassed.
"Last week, Fudge released a new book. When today's incident gets out, he will definitely regret that he moved too fast, otherwise the content in the book can be more 'enriched'."
Following Dumbledore into the principal's office, Aini consciously took out Lin Lu and poured them each a glass.
"Thank you, I have sugar and honey here, don't you really want to try it?"
Dumbledore took Lin Lu and took a sip, then opened the drawer and took out a silver box, and put five cubes of sugar and two tablespoons of honey into the cup.
"Forget it, I'm still more used to the original flavor."
Looking at the glass of unclear luster liquid on the opposite side, Aini refused decisively.
"Well, in fact, adding more sugar tastes really good."
The old man took a sip of the sweet version of Lin Lu contentedly, and continued the topic just now.
"Fudge? He just complains about how late it is."
"Yes, some people will not blame themselves for any mistakes, and never consider whether they have the strength to pay for their desires."
As for the minister who has published more than a dozen money-making reference books at a cramp-like speed within a few years of taking office, Aini is really too lazy to comment. Think about him ordering people to bring dementors to stop Hogwarts. I knew from the case of Cizhuolie, this person can be regarded as a model of incomprehensible tricks.
Although this will make Fudge's behavior more unpredictable, no matter what the specific means of execution are, there are generally a few routines that can't be escaped.
Manipulate media public opinion, encourage students' parents, and send people to Hogwarts to investigate.
"****Roos, a second-year Ravenclaw student."
Aini snapped his fingers, and a fair-faced little boy stood in front of Dumbledore.
It's just a projection—the projection of the perpetrator.
"I'm sorry, as a principal, I really lack caring for the children."
The old man stared at the image for a few seconds, then closed his eyes in pain.
This time it was not simply one student attacking another, but brutal torture.After Romilda fell, the boy added three more acid spells amidst the girl's wailing. The transformation of the heart reflected in it could not be completed overnight.
No matter what the reason is, it is his biggest dereliction of duty as the principal.
"Albus, what we can do is guide, educate, not manipulate, then..."
He couldn't empathize with Dumbledore's remorse.Things always have two sides. We want children to let their natures fly and develop freely, but also want every little tree to be straight and not go astray...
How can it be?
Aini didn't say the following words, and there was no need to say them.
"Phew, people always have some unrealistic ideas when they get old. It seems that it's time to let go."
Dumbledore let out a long breath. He agreed with the point of view that Aini wanted to express, but being able to accept it rationally did not mean that he could accept it emotionally.
Hearing this, Aini was taken aback, could it be...
"Of course, not now."
Speaking of which, Dumbledore glanced at Aini. In terms of ability, he is now a qualified successor, but no matter in terms of age or reputation, it is difficult to convince the parents.
"But I do have to be away for a while, and Fudge won't pass up the opportunity."
Both of them knew that if Dumbledore did not leave for a day, the public opinion against Hogwarts would not stop for a day.
The most important thing now is not the parties involved, but... Fudge.