Chapter 463

Strength is actually a very broad adjective, but most wizards only understand power in terms of powerful spells or large magical powers. Of course, it cannot be said that this understanding is wrong, but this understanding is always narrow.

Voldemort was the epitome of this narrow-mindedness, so he could not understand a series of actions that were contrary to the instincts of life, such as sacrifice and self-giving.

"You were a baby—a baby who had just escaped death. Dumbledore's eyes focused on Harry's forehead, "When I saw the scar on your forehead, I wondered what that scar Voldemort left on you meant. "

"Solim told me about my scars. Harry touched the lightning-shaped scar on his forehead, "He said there was a connection between me and Voldemort, and sometimes I could see what he was doing. "

Harry thought of the last year when he had "witnessed" how Voldemort had killed the poor old Muggle.

Solim added...... The connection is mutual. Harry hesitated.

"Yes, that's exactly what I'm worried about. Dumbledore said, "Remember what I said before, I said, 'I'm taking a huge risk to talk to you today', remember?"

"Professor, you're saying that Voldemort could possibly be observing you through me right now?" Harry was suddenly a little overwhelmed, should he leave immediately?

"It's possible, but that's not what worries me the most. Dumbledore's words significantly eased Harry's nerves.

"His soul is no longer complete because of the Horcruxes, and it is extremely difficult and costly for a broken, evil soul to exert influence on a complete, pure soul like yours. Dumbledore tried to explain it to Harry in a way that was easy to understand.

Solim told me the same thing. "

"Oh, what did he say to you?" asked Dumbledore with interest.

"Voldemort, he said, can control me through this connection between us – as long as he's willing to pay the price. Harry recalled, "And...... He also said that Voldemort could have deceived me by creating false illusions – if he had realized this connection between us. "

"Ah, I have to say that Mr. Selwyn is extremely accurate. Dumbledore said to Harry, "Actually, that's what worries me the most. You had that experience last year, you saw him kill a Muggle, you saw Peter next to him and another wizard named Selwyn. "

"But that's true, Professor. "

"That's right, those are the real things. Dumbledore looked worried, "But once Voldemort finds out about this connection between you, I dare say he'll take advantage of it." I think Mr. Selwyn must have said something similar to you. "

"Yes, Solim did tell me, and even made assumptions. Harry bit his lip, and even now he remembered Solim's words clearly.

"Can you tell me?"

He said...... Well, Voldemort would create false illusions for me, like ...... For example, the scene of Sirius being caught by him......" Harry looked at Dumbledore with his fists clenched and asked, "Professor, do you think this is possible?"

"Of course, it's a combination of both. Dumbledore nodded.

"Two possibilities?"

"That's right, two possibilities. Sirius was really caught, and Voldemort made an illusion to tell you that Sirius was caught. "

Harry felt his blood suddenly turn cold, "Professor, how do I tell if it's real or not? I mean, if I see an illusion, how do I know if it's fake?"

"So, you've seen visions again lately?" Dumbledore said affirmatively, though it was a question, "Can you tell me, did you see anything, and under what circumstances?"

"When sleeping. Harry said, "And several times, a hallway, at the end of which is a door that won't open......"

Dumbledore's brow furrowed, "Can you describe to me what that door looks like, what detail is most impressive to you?"

After listening to Harry's staccato descriptions, Dumbledore picked up his wand and a door made of smoke appeared in the air.

"Is that so? Harry?"

"That's right, that's what the door in my dreams looks like. Harry looked at the smoke-filled door in the air and said, "So, what I see is real, right?"

"Very unfortunately, yes. Dumbledore spoke in a heavy tone, "It's not a good thing, Harry. "

"Professor?"

"Have you ever heard of Occlumency?" Dumbledore looked at Harry, "this magic can effectively protect the mind of wizards while shielding others from prying eyes. "

"Yes, Professor, Solim once introduced us to this magic. Harry said, "But he said the magic was very difficult to learn, and he said he was only scratching the surface." "

"Of course, he's right, this magic is very difficult, especially for underage wizards who are not of sound mind. Dumbledore stood up from behind his desk, "But I think you have to overcome these obstacles, no matter how difficult it is. "

"Professor, what do you mean?"

"You have to learn Occlumency as soon as possible. Dumbledore kept moving around the room, "This is very important, and I realize now that the connection between you and Voldemort may be stronger than I thought it would be—especially since it has been strengthened since his resurrection." "

"What's behind that door?" Harry asked, "Is it the weapon he's been longing for?"

"You listened to Sirius in Black's ancestral mansion during the holidays, right?" Dumbledore hesitated for a moment, then shook his head, "To be exact, it's a prophecy orb, but you don't need to care about these for the time being, I will arrange for Professor Snape to tutor you, you must master Occlumency as soon as possible and as much as possible!"

"Snape?" Harry startled.

"It's Professor Snape. Dumbledore corrected, "I know the conflict between you and Professor Snape, but you have to promise me-"

"He hates me. Harry rudely interrupted Dumbledore, "He's been targeting me in class all along—he's never stopped bothering me since I came to Hogwarts. "

Dumbledore's face had a tired look, but it quickly disappeared, so fast that Harry thought he was dazzled.

"Maybe you'll learn later, but not now. Dumbledore rubbed his face, "You have to promise me that you'll learn Acclumency from Professor Snape!"

"Professor, do I have to do this?"

Knock, knock, knock.

A sudden knock on the door interrupted Dumbledore and Harry's conversation.

"Alright, Harry, that's all for today's conversation. Dumbledore returned to his desk, "Next time I'll take you to learn about Voldemort's past." “

"Come in, Solim. Dumbledore then spoke towards the door.

"Good evening, Headmaster. Solim came in and closed the door consciously.

"Solim?" Harry looked at the man who had just entered.

"Of course it's me, I think you should be back in the Gryffindor common room now, it's almost curfew time, you don't want to meet Filch or the professor on the night patrol halfway, do you?"