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Chapter 548 A Terrifying Speculation
Chapter 548 A Terrifying Speculation
Scrimgeour stopped what he was doing with a stiff expression. He also realized that most of the wands that Siron had given him were new.
The Flashback Spell had no effect, proving that it had never been used and there was no point in checking it.
But more surprising than that was the fact that Siren and Dumbledore had just been described as "outrageous".
The conversation.
Can Celen get Fudge out of office?
According to Scrinker's own speculation, there should be no problem.
Everyone knew that Siron would definitely take over Ollivander's Wand Shop sometime after graduation, so his decision was no different from Garrick Ollivander's; it was just a matter of time.
British wizards will not accept Ollivanders Wand Shop leaving, and if this cannot be stopped, they will vent their anger on Fudge, who caused all of this.
While such an event would significantly impact Ollivander as well, it's difficult to say how much of that impact would remain given Dumbledore's support and the evidence presented today.
Umbridge, that idiot!
Scrimgeour cursed inwardly.
"Ah, all these wands are fine, you can rest assured," he said, then returned the shapeshifting lizard skin bag to Siron.
"Truly worthy of being the head of the Auror office, casting 179 Flashback Charms so quickly?" Siren exclaimed. "Even Professor Dumbledore probably couldn't do that."
"I'm ashamed," Dumbledore said shamefully, "Even if I had twice the time, I couldn't do it."
"It's just that I'm more familiar with this spell," Scrimgeour said calmly. "I'm sorry, I have to go back to the Ministry of Magic; I have a lot to do."
He walked to the door and went straight out, even forgetting to check Dumbledore's wand.
Now there was really no one else in the principal's office.
Dumbledore, certain the door was closed and Scrimgeour's footsteps had faded into the distance, spoke again: "Do you think he'll relay what he just said to Fudge?"
"It's his job," Celen said, implying that Scrinker would definitely tell Fudge's O.
"Aren't you worried?" Dumbledore asked. "Fudge is, after all, the Minister of Magic. In the long run, it's not good news if he wants to target you."
"That depends on whether Voldemort can keep his temper in check," Sirius chuckled. "If Voldemort shows up tomorrow, he probably won't even be able to get angry."
Indeed, Ollivanders have only existed for a long time; they don't have the strength to actually oppose a Minister of Magic. At most, they can only intimidate him for a short time.
But this is enough.
The moment Fudge stepped out of the principal's office, it was destined that he would be ousted sooner or later; the key was just waiting for Voldemort to appear.
What is there to worry about when dealing with a minister who is no longer a minister?
Of course, besides these, Xilun has other reasons, but there's no need to mention them.
"Perhaps you are right, Siren." Dumbledore's eyes flickered slightly. He glanced at the time. "Hagrid and Snape will be here soon. We will discuss some confidential matters that are not suitable for others to know. If you have nothing else to do, you may return now."
"There's one more thing, Professor, about Sirius," Sirius said quickly. "Professor Lupin said he's been found, is that right?"
"That's right." Dumbledore nodded. "Poor Sirius, he suffered a lot. When Remus found the Lestrange mansion, he was already on his last breath."
"But Remus acted quickly and sent him to St. Mungo's immediately," Dumbledore added. "He should be out of danger now. You can tell Harry this when you see him and put his mind at ease."
"I have another question, Professor."
"Ask away," said Dumbledore.
"How did Bellatrix manage to fool us?" Sirius said. "She was impersonating Sirius all along, but she never drank the Compound Herbal Potion."
When Sirius Black and Snape had their conflict, Dumbledore took the opportunity to spend three hours with them. During that time, Sirius Black didn't drink anything, yet he was able to maintain his Sirius Black appearance.
That was all Xiren asked. As for the names on the Marauder's Map, that question was answered after learning of Voldemort's resurrection.
The most crucial element of the Marauder's Map is name magic, and in the entire wizarding world, perhaps no one is more proficient in name magic than Voldemort.
"I have a guess," Dumbledore said after a moment of silence. "I'm afraid that person was the real Sirius Black."
"How is that possible?" Siren blurted out, but then immediately realized something and frowned, "Could Voldemort have used a Confusion Charm on him?"
A sophisticated Confusion Charm can indeed alter a person's memory to some extent, although it is very difficult to do, but it is not impossible for Voldemort to do so.
"It's not a Confusion Charm, but another special method," Dumbledore said. "As far as I know, Voldemort possessed a special magic that allowed him to transfer his consciousness into another person's body."
"So, Voldemort was the one teaching us all last school year?" Siren couldn't help but raise his voice.
Voldemort possessed Sirius's body and became their Defense Against the Dark Arts professor—this was absurd.
Moreover, after carefully recalling Sirius's past behavior, Sirius couldn't connect him with Voldemort no matter what. Besides, was Voldemort really that free?
"All I can say is that he did it," Dumbledore said softly.
Just then, heavy footsteps sounded outside.
The door opened again, and Hagrid's messy head squeezed in from the outside, followed by Snape.
Class hadn't ended yet, but he came along anyway—the Gryffindors must be very happy.
Hagrid looked worried, and when he greeted Siron, he only tugged at his beard.
Snape was even more direct, staring at Siron with a hostile expression, as if he might pull out his wand and cast a stun spell at any moment.
Xilun also consciously decided not to stay any longer.
After descending the spiral staircase, the wall immediately closed.
Looking at the dripping stone beast behind him, Xiren thought again of what Dumbledore had said earlier.
So, was Sirius Black really Voldemort at some point last school year?
When will it be, at the duel club? Or during some other class?
This is also very likely, after all, Voldemort always wanted to become the Defense Against the Dark Arts professor at Hogwarts, and after being rejected, he angrily cursed the position.