Snape, the Sunshine of Hogwarts.

Chapter 64 What can the Ministry of Magic give me?
Just as Severus had expected, the person Dumbledore brought him to see was none other than Millison Bagnore, the Minister of Magic who had just participated in the trial.

Severus didn't actually have much ill will towards this minister, who was quite politically astute but seemed to have little interest in dealing with the Ministry of Magic's various long-standing problems.

The main reason why Bloodny and Volp would have faced such a difficult situation without his intervention was due to the entire wizarding world.

Just as the Ministry of Magic is a small government, its various flaws are naturally also flaws of wizarding society.

If there is no love story between Bloodny and Patty, their very identities would lead to discrimination and injustice among wizards.

Vampires are inherently inferior to humans, not to mention crippled Muggles.

It is precisely because of these social problems in wizarding society that the Ministry of Magic has been extremely indifferent to this vulnerable group.

Severus was able to change their final fate by relying on public opinion, simply because people enjoy tragic love stories.

The core issue of discrimination has not changed at all, nor is it something that Bagno, the soon-to-retire Minister of Magic, can control.

Comparatively speaking, during this trial, Bagno did not pursue too many thorny issues (such as the kidnapping of minors by Severus and Volpe), and in the final vote, he took the lead in raising his hand, all of which indirectly helped Severus and Severus.

Therefore, when Severus was taken by Dumbledore to meet this minister privately, he still maintained the proper courtesy.

"Thank you for your vote today, Minister Bagno."

After sitting down on the sofa in the minister's office, Severus took the initiative to express his gratitude.

Compared to her demeanor in court, the minister's attitude was much more gentle when they were alone in private.

"No need to thank me, Professor Snape. As I said in court, you proved yourself. I simply made the right decision."

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Bagno cut to the chase without further ado.

"I asked Headmaster Dumbledore to introduce me to you privately because there is something I would like to ask you to help me with."

Severus couldn't help but glance out of the corner of his eye at Dumbledore, who had already begun to savor the Ministry of Magic's desserts.

He knew that the old man wouldn't just let the matter with Xue Ni go; he would definitely seek insurance from him later.

Can I listen to it first?

"I don't know if you've been following what's happening in Wales lately."

"Wales?"

Severus recalled the news he had seen a few days earlier. During the days when he and Bloodny Wolper were on the run, the front pages were almost entirely filled with their stories. But when he first took Harry to Diagon Alley, he vaguely remembered that he had actually seen a report about Wales in the newspaper.

"Werewolves who formed a society in Wales?"

Upon hearing that Severus actually knew about this matter, Bagno's expression relaxed slightly.

"That's right, it's those werewolves."

"At the beginning of this month, a wizard reported that werewolves had been spotted gathering near Denbyshire, Wales. The Ministry of Magic subsequently sent Aurors to investigate, and they discovered that there were more than 10 werewolves whose identities had been confirmed! They appear to be members of a society led by someone, engaged in some secret activities!"

"But before the Auror could conduct a detailed investigation, the werewolves that had gathered suddenly disappeared, having somehow gotten wind of the situation."

Bagno's expression was extremely serious.

It's no wonder she was so serious. More than 10 werewolves had gathered together in an organized manner. Upon closer examination, this matter was far more serious than the Bloodnipatty incident.

It could easily turn into a large-scale case of violent assault or even murder, and for her, the Minister of Magic nearing retirement, that would truly tarnish her reputation in her later years. "The Aurors subsequently deployed additional personnel to continue the investigation, and later in North Yorkshire, England, they discovered some more clues."

“Three wizarding families living there have lost their children! All of them are under the age of eight, the youngest being only five. Then, the Aurors found traces of werewolves there, but they quickly lost them too!”

"When Auror found another clue about werewolves, it was a week ago in Nottinghamshire."

Upon hearing this, Severus, who had been listening attentively with no change in expression throughout, couldn't help but interject.

"Did the Auror not investigate this time?"

Bagno shook his head, proving that the Aurors weren't that stupid.

“Scrimgeour had begun to suspect that there were problems within the Aurors. As soon as he received the news, he reported it to Crouch. Crouch then came to me and wanted me to arrange for forces outside the Aurors to contact the werewolves. So I asked Headmaster Dumbledore for help.”

Dumbledore, who had remained silent until now, finally spoke.

"I recommended Remus."

Hearing this name, which was familiar to both Severus and Snape the Ghost, both of them were momentarily stunned.

Then, Severus's expression shifted slightly, while Snape the Ghost's face turned extremely ugly.

"Oh, it's Lupin. Indeed, he is the most suitable candidate."

“Apart from me and Dumbledore, no one else knew that Remus Lupin had taken on this job,” Bagno said in a deep voice. “His operation started well; he successfully infiltrated the werewolves in Nottinghamshire and learned that they were the ones who stole the three children.”

"But three days ago, he completely lost contact with us! We have no idea whether he is safe or not."

“I can’t entrust this matter to Auror to investigate. If the news leaks out, not only will we not be able to find any clues, but it could also put Lupin in danger.”

She looked up and met Severus's eyes, making her request earnestly and solemnly.

“Yesterday, Dumbledore recommended that I ask you for help with this matter, and at that time I was still hesitant. But after hearing your statement in court today, I know you are trustworthy, Professor Snape!”

After she finished speaking, the office fell silent for a moment.

Severus, of course, did not agree to such a straightforward decision.

He didn't dislike the Minister of Magic, but he certainly didn't like him either.

This matter could have a huge impact if things go wrong, and it would be extremely serious for Bagno.

Saying that Severus is her lifeline might be an exaggeration, but if Severus doesn't agree, she really doesn't have any better options.

Therefore, the current situation is that the minister is asking him for help.

Under the watchful eyes of the Minister for Magic and the Headmaster of Hogwarts, two of the most powerful wizards in the British wizarding world, Severus calmly picked up the tea in front of him and took a sip.

When politicians make requests, the response must naturally be political.

As he placed the teacup back in its saucer, he asked calmly.

"If the Aurors can't participate and I have to investigate, what can the Ministry of Magic offer me?"

(End of this chapter)