The Dark Lord's Guide to Employment at Hogwarts

However, before Dumbledore could respond, the Ministry of Magic intervened.

The Ministry of Magic announced that it was discussing whether to formally regulate this spell, just like the Untraceable Extension Charm.

There is no doubt that this spell will become another common way for wizards to travel after the flying broom.

However, this magic still has certain risks. After all, if the magic power is lost, the consequences will be disastrous.

In the long run, this spell is actually not as safe as a flying broom.

Worrying about these unreliable wizards being killed by falling is just one of the Ministry of Magic's concerns.

The most important thing is that this thing can violate international secrecy laws at any time...

Anyone can imagine how shocked Muggles would be when they see someone suddenly take off or fall from a high altitude...

In that case, in order to maintain the International Statute of Secrecy, the Ministry of Magic of each country would need to devote more manpower and resources...

In the end, some people even suggested that in order to use this spell, one needs to pass a specific exam and then obtain a certificate issued by the Ministry of Magic before being able to legally learn and use it, just like taking the exam for Apparition.

For a time, there was an endless debate within the Ministry of Magic over this issue.

However, Dumbledore finally managed to extricate himself from the onslaught of letters.

In fact, judging by the efficiency of the Ministry of Magic, it will take a long time for the results of the discussion to come out...

In other words, Dumbledore, who has regained his composure, can rest in peace for a long time.

However, the public opinion storm caused by the talented young man was soon overwhelmed by the wave caused by another incident.

"Grindelwald turned himself in? Am I seeing that correctly?"

All wizards who subscribed to the Daily Prophet saw this shocking news!

For a moment, people cheered!

Grindelwald has caused such a big stir in Europe that people have already been in panic.

Now that he has surrendered himself, doesn’t it mean that the war he started... is over?

People attributed Grindelwald's surrender to Dumbledore.

Because he defeated Grindelwald at Hogwarts last time and arrested many witches, people are still discussing it.

The news of those Wukhoz members being severely sentenced just came out not long ago!

There is no doubt that Grindelwald's sudden surrender is definitely related to these things!

However, this news made Dumbledore extremely alert...

He knew very well that his old friend would never surrender so easily.

If Grindelwald really wanted to repent and surrender, he would have surrendered directly when he was in Hogwarts!

However, Grindelwald chose to escape directly at that time, and even made some harsh words before leaving...

Besides, although Grindelwald's forces were seemingly severely damaged last time.

However, his base was not actually damaged much.

What's more, the Magical Congress of the United States of America has been seriously infiltrated, and Chairman Picquery is still struggling to identify who the Witch Party is.

In this situation where the odds are not that bad, just surrender and turn yourself in?

Dumbledore keenly felt that his old friend must have some new conspiracy!

As expected, Grindelwald chose to surrender himself to the Austrian Ministry of Magic...

Everyone knows that Nurmengard is located in Austria, which shows who is the real person in charge of the Austrian Ministry of Magic.

Therefore, Grindelwald easily held a press conference for wizards all over the world while being "imprisoned".

Moreover, when answering reporters' questions, Grindelwald made a special clarification.

That is, he was not "surrendering" as rumored by the outside world, but came out to clarify some "misunderstandings", some misunderstandings of him by the world!

"...In the past, people always pushed many crimes onto me for no reason. Because my name is Gellert Grindelwald! Because I advocated for some rights that should belong to us wizards! But, I am not a garbage can for their dirty sins! In order to clear these false charges on me, I choose to cooperate with your wishes and accept your judgment! Even though I deeply understand my innocence... If everyone thinks I am guilty! Then I have nothing to say, but if I regain my innocence! Then, those who spread rumors and slander me should pay attention! I will take up the weapon of law to protect myself!"

Grindelwald's remarks caused an uproar among wizards all over the world.

Grindelwald was put on trial! But was he confident that he could clear his name during the trial?

How is that possible? A terrorist with a notorious record actually wants to whitewash himself? You're dreaming!

Chapter 156 Tom, your thoughts are very dangerous!

When Grindelwald said he could clear himself of the charges.

Everyone thought he was dreaming.

However, when Dumbledore received this news, his expression changed instantly.

Since Grindelwald dared to say this publicly, he must be confident that he can clear his name...

Dumbledore understands Grindelwald's character!

And... Dumbledore immediately realized something else...

He went directly to Azkaban to meet the five witches who were sentenced to life imprisonment.

The result... was very bad.

Because he discovered that these five people, without exception, were all crazy...

Logically speaking, going crazy is the norm when imprisoned in a place like Azkaban.

But, how long has it been... just over a week!

Even if he was crazy, there was no reason for him to go crazy so quickly?

Of course, in such an environment, it is not surprising to go crazy in one day.

However, this happened to be the time when Grindelwald announced that he would accept public trial.

Those five members of the Wu sect actually lost their minds at the same time in a short period of time!

This is too much of a coincidence!

Obviously, during the time that Grindelwald was silent, he did not do nothing as everyone imagined.

After thinking this through, Dumbledore could no longer remain calm...

It seems like they... helped Grindelwald eliminate all the witnesses who could have convicted him...

In other words... they lost all the witnesses who could directly prove Grindelwald's crimes!

After Dumbledore left Azkaban using the fireplace, he remained silent in his office for a long time.

Grindelwald is completely restricting him in his own way...

If Grindelwald resorts to illegal means as before... then Dumbledore is not afraid at all.

However... Grindelwald is now trying to act using legal means!

In this way, even I can't attack him directly!

This gave Dumbledore a huge sense of crisis.

Even if Grindelwald fails this time, if he changes his previous style of doing things, he will become even more difficult to deal with!

Dumbledore had no choice but to continue to the Ministry of Magic overnight.

The current British Minister of Magic is Hector Foley, a passionate and flamboyant wizard.

He seemed very enthusiastic about Dumbledore's visit.

It was really because with Dumbledore's presence, his job became much easier.

So, naturally, he was very enthusiastic about Dumbledore.

Dumbledore felt somewhat helpless when he was warmly welcomed into the Minister's office.

This Welfare Minister is fine in other aspects, but he seems to lack understanding of the harm that Grindelwald has brought to all wizards.

Even when Grindelwald officially launched the attack, the Ministry of Magic around the world united and responded nervously and cautiously.

The Welfare Minister is still muddling along... and not taking the matter seriously at all.

He seemed to always believe that Grindelwald's power would not infiltrate Britain.

It is precisely because of this that there have been more and more calls for him to step down recently...

The Minister of Welfare naturally realized that his position seemed to be about to be lost.

So, he has been staying in the Ministry of Magic recently, making his final effort for the position of Minister.

The last time Dumbledore captured so many wizards and even defeated Grindelwald, it was a godsend for Foley.

Therefore, no matter how much he had disregarded Grindelwald before, he still used thundering methods when facing those arrested Wiccans.

After extracting information from them as quickly as possible, they were directly judged with great efficiency.

The result of this judgment made the people very satisfied, and it also made the Minister of Welfare feel very relieved.

As a result, his position as minister is no longer so precarious for the time being.

As a result, a smile appeared on his face again.

"Albus, is there something urgent that brings you to the Ministry of Magic so late?" asked the Minister of Welfare.

"Regarding Grindelwald..."

"Oh... so that's how it is... it's about him turning himself in? I was just about to come to you about this. What do you think... why did he do this? How should we respond?" The Welfare Minister immediately understood Dumbledore's intention.

However, he no longer felt impatient as before, but instead actively asked Dumbledore what he thought.

After experiencing this incident in which he almost stepped down, even a fool would know how to express his stance.

Besides, the Welfare Minister is not a fool.

"Yes, that's exactly what happened. This matter is already very serious... Based on my understanding of him, he might really be able to clear all charges during this public trial!"

"How is this possible?" The Welfare Minister widened his eyes. Even though he had not taken Grindelwald's influence seriously in the past, he knew very well what kind of person he was.

It is ridiculous that such a terrorist with a long history of crimes says that he can clear his name.

But now, Dumbledore told him that Grindelwald was likely to succeed? Why?

"We originally had enough witnesses, but unfortunately... they are all gone now." Dumbledore said regretfully.

The Minister of Welfare asked in surprise, "Are these witnesses you are talking about the same Wukhovists I sentenced to death?"

"Yes……"

The Welfare Minister was stunned. In the past, he had been passive and people accused him of not taking Grindelwald seriously.

Now, he acted decisively...but ended up helping Grindelwald eliminate witnesses?

If the public knew about this...even the Welfare Minister could imagine how miserable he would be.

But... who could have known that Grindelwald would suddenly do this?

At this moment, the Welfare Minister felt extremely wronged.

However, he also knew one thing: the public didn't care whether you knew about it or not...

If any bad consequences are caused by your decision, you will be held accountable!

Dumbledore saw the Welfare Minister's frozen expression and knew what he was worried about.

"It's not your fault, Minister of Welfare... We didn't realize the problem either. Besides, at that time, it was impossible for us not to try those witches. If we didn't try them, the consequences would be even worse..." Dumbledore comforted him.

The Welfare Minister closed his eyes and said helplessly, "Why am I so unlucky..."

After a long while, the Minister of Welfare suddenly said: "If we can find evidence to prove his guilt again..."

"That would be best, of course. However, if he completely clears himself of all guilt... then as long as he doesn't openly commit illegal acts, we won't be able to deal with him..."

"What on earth does this guy want to do... He can't really want to start a new life, right?"

"No, in my opinion, he just wants to change his identity, change his methods, and continue to fight against us..."

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safe house.

Tom looked at the Daily Prophet in his hand, and the expression on his face was very interesting.