Snape, the Sunshine of Hogwarts.

Chapter 65 Lupin is there

The Severus problem is actually quite subtle.

This can be interpreted as, if the Auror doesn't participate, but instead takes the risk, what kind of assistance can the Ministry of Magic provide him during this time?

This can also be interpreted as, what kind of reward the Ministry of Magic, or rather Bagnore, would offer him for taking on this task.

When he asked this question, Severus did not take Dumbledore into account that Dumbledore was right next to him.

Or rather, he deliberately made his stance clear, telling Dumbledore.

He can be compassionate and kind to some people and things.

Lupin's relationship with him, or perhaps with Snape the Ghost, is complicated, but that's another story. Severus is concerned about the three missing children, and he will feel sorry for the innocent victims if the werewolves cause any further harm.

But this doesn't mean that Bagno could take advantage of his kindness and get him to agree to investigate the matter with just a few words and without any effort on his part.

Clearly, both Dumbledore and Bagnore were among the most astute wizards.

They all understood the deeper meaning behind Severus's question.

Dumbledore's expression remained unchanged, and he still showed no intention of saying anything. Bagno, however, looked at Severus, took a deep breath, and then answered.

"The Ministry of Magic will cover all your expenses for this mission, and I will do my best to fulfill any request you may have through my authority!"

"And then?" Severus asked casually.

"Once things settle down, the Ministry of Magic can pay you a bounty of 3000 Galleons."

“You should know my profession. I have no interest in money, Madam Minister.”

"I can arrange an honorary position for you in Wisengamo before you retire."

"If I were interested in power, I wouldn't have resigned as headmaster of Slytherin."

"Order of Merlin, Second Class"

Upon hearing this, Severus chuckled.

"More than ten werewolves gathered in an organized group and kidnapped three children. If I resolve this matter in the end, the Order of Merlin, Second Class, is what I deserve. It can't be considered something you gave me, right?"

Bagno looked intently at Severus.

"If you don't care about money, power, or fame, then what else do you need?"

When she asked the question, Severus could clearly feel Dumbledore's gaze also falling on her.

He wasn't nervous; he simply leaned back against the soft sofa and casually remarked.

"I will definitely be awarded the Second Class Merlin Badge. I made a promise in front of all the wizards in Britain that I would change in the future, and I will prove my words with my actions."

"If things go smoothly, issue me and my students the status of special envoys of the Ministry of Magic. Our travels will not be limited to the UK. Having official identification will make things much easier in some places."

"Let's also take advantage of the official publication of Elder's book, 'The Quibbler,' because I know you have the best connections. Xueni and Elder are counting on this, and Xenno can also gain a large number of subscribers through this event."

"That's all. If you agree, I can help cooperate with Lupin in the investigation."

Bagno looked at Severus and frowned slightly.

She wasn't troubled by these three requests; rather, what Severus asked of her was actually not difficult at all!
Compared to being an honorary member of Wizengamor or receiving three thousand Galleons from the Ministry of Magic, both the status of a special envoy and assisting Wolpe in publishing his work are quite easy matters. "I can certainly grant your request."

"When do you need me to depart?" Severus was quite decisive.

"The sooner the better. The three children who were taken away are not safe, and Lupin, who has lost contact, is also missing. Those werewolves could cause a major disturbance at any time, so you'd better set off as soon as possible!"

"Then let me and Dali say goodbye to Henniwolp and the others one last time. I will set off no later than this afternoon."

After declaring that he would take over the matter, Severus did not linger in the minister's office.

After he left, and with only Dumbledore in her presence, Bagno had no more reservations and asked incomprehension.

"What kind of request is this? He clearly doesn't care about money, power, or fame, yet he just wants me to help him get an identity that makes it easier for him to travel, and to publish that vampire and Wolpe's works?"

Dumbledore stood up at this moment. He didn't look at Bagno, but said softly before leaving.

“You may never be able to say to the International Confederation of Wizards, ‘I stand firmly for everyone’s right to revel,’ like you did eight years ago, Millison.”

"If you're not obsessed with wealth, power, and fame, what else could you possibly care about?"

As soon as he stepped out of the minister's office, Ghost Snape couldn't help but ask.

"Aren't you afraid that your answer just now will make Dumbledore wary? Only those with greater ambitions would not only focus on these immediate benefits!"

Severus, who was walking toward the elevator, made a response in his mind.

"So you don't understand Dumbledore as well as you think. I guarantee that Dumbledore actually understood what I was trying to say."

Ghost Snape had a gloomy face.

"Stop pretending to be a Sphinx! I don't like riddles either!"

"To put it bluntly, the more someone is obsessed with profit, the more they tend to overlook one thing: the things that bring us the most essential happiness are never the things you're talking about."

"Money, power, and fame merely obscure the essence of happiness. Due to social problems, the vast majority of people in the world need these three things to indirectly enjoy life."

"What I was really telling Dumbledore was that I could see the essence of things, just like him. For wizards, especially those who have reached a certain level, the more they are attached to those things, the deeper they will get into trouble and the more tiring their lives will become."

"I took Harry with me so that I could enjoy life better and spend every day of my life in the best and most enjoyable way."

"Can you understand?"

Whether Severus's words were understood by Snape the Ghost was not evident from his expression, for his face had darkened ever since he heard Lupin's name.

"You know what that damn werewolf did to me!"

Severus was silent for two seconds before sighing.

"Of course I know. I've said it before, we're one, right? I know what you hate about it, but there's one thing I have to say: I can confirm that Lu Ping was unaware of the incident that almost killed you."

"They're in cahoots!" The words were practically squeezed out from between Snape's teeth. "How could he not know?!"

The Ministry of Magic's elevator was descending, and halos of light kept flashing across Severus's calm face through the gaps in the iron bars.

"It's true that you'll find it hard to believe me when faced with something like this. But I'll find Lupin and he'll prove it to you."

(End of this chapter)