#74 - Chapter 74 Have you heard of nuclear deterrence theory?

Dumbledore looked worried. He had been living in the magical world for so long that he hadn't been to the Muggle world in a long time.

He never imagined that in just a few years, Muggles would invent so many novel items.

The Muggle world that Sebastian spoke of was completely different from the Muggle world he knew.

He suddenly felt somewhat fortunate, fortunate that Sebastian had become the Muggle Studies professor at Hogwarts.

That way, the young wizards wouldn't be so narrow-minded.

He pondered for a moment, then asked Sebastian, "I understand your idea."

"Gellert just said you're making movies in the Muggle world. Could you explain what that's all about?"

Sebastian smiled slightly and confidently replied, "Before explaining this situation, I need to explain a concept to both of you—Muggles."

Muggles?

What's there to talk about?

Grindelwald became interested.

He wanted to hear what this young man could say about the concept of Muggles.

"When wizards look at Muggles, they often treat them as a whole."

"However, the Muggle masses and the Muggle government are two completely different entities, and we should treat them separately."

"As for the Muggle government, they don't like things that are beyond their control. Therefore, they often want to keep everything in their hands."

"But for ordinary Muggles, they care about their own lives. They don't particularly care about the government's ideas."

Seeing the two old men looking thoughtful, Sebastian smiled slightly and continued.

"The war between wizards and Muggles was a long time ago. Now, when Muggles talk about wizards, they think it's just a legend."

"It can be said that Muggles now have no malice towards wizards, only strong curiosity."

"After understanding this, the focus of what we need to do is to use their curiosity to make these Muggles like wizards."

"So, we need to take advantage of the trend, the general trend in the world set off by the Muggle government."

"Do you know what problems exist among Muggles now?"

Speaking of this, Sebastian paused slightly and played coy.

Without giving the two men too much time to think, he revealed the answer.

"Talent surplus!"

"Since the Muggle world's Second World War, they have had more and more talent, to the point that there is a talent surplus."

"However, they also need a large number of low-level laborers to maintain the operation of their society."

"Therefore, the Muggle government has introduced a solution—entertainment!"

Seeing the two men's uncomprehending expressions, Sebastian explained a little.

In fact, the principle is very simple. The Muggle government hopes that people will spend a lot of time on entertainment.

If this continues, people's intelligence will decline, which will not only make it easier to manage, but also eliminate the worry of talent surplus. Everyone will be happy, which can be described as a win-win situation.

Sebastian knew very well that due to the emergence of this policy, the world would enter an era of entertainment.

The next twenty or even thirty years will be the golden age for the full development of the entertainment industry.

Therefore, he wants to take advantage of this east wind to fully develop the wizarding film industry and wizarding publishing house in the Muggle world.

Use various film and television works to manage, shape, and promote the image of wizards, and let the image of wizards penetrate into people's hearts.

They must strive for the recognition of wizards by the Muggle masses and make them like the wizarding group.

After all, in Muggle society, life pressure and mental pressure are inseparable.

Faced with heavy work, complex interpersonal relationships, and all kinds of dissatisfaction in life, Muggles yearn to escape and find a way to reduce their mental burden.

As a result, the fantasy world has gradually become a haven for their souls.

More and more Muggle writers are picking up their pens and creating the fantasy worlds in their hearts.

Among these fantasy worlds, the magical world is undoubtedly one of the most attractive existences.

In this world, Muggles can temporarily get rid of the constraints of reality and experience unlimited possibilities and freedom.

In order to win the support of these two old men, Sebastian did his best, tirelessly telling them about his plans for the film company and the significance of making movies.

"Heh!"

Grindelwald's sneer interrupted Sebastian's eloquent speech.

"You don't believe me when I say you're naive. If the magical world only exists in film and television works, the Muggle government doesn't care, of course."

"Guess what these Muggle governments will do once the wizarding world is completely exposed?"

"You wouldn't naively think that they will get along with wizards in harmony, would you?"

Faced with Grindelwald's question, Sebastian didn't panic at all. He smiled slightly and gave his answer.

"Smart Muggles have already come up with a solution to this problem, which is to divide, win over, and suppress."

"You need to know that the Muggle government is not monolithic. They are composed of multiple political parties, and each political party has its own demands."

"Even each political party is composed of Muggles, individual people."

Sebastian smiled meaningfully.

"As long as they are people, they will have desires. As long as there is selfishness, it will be easy to handle."

"We can support Muggle political parties that are friendly to wizards and let them come to power."

"As for unfriendly Muggle political parties..."

Hearing this, Dumbledore interrupted Sebastian's grandstanding.

He admitted that Sebastian's ideology was very mature, and he was somewhat tempted by it.

However, this young man's attitude of playing with politics was very dangerous.

Moreover, listening to Sebastian's meaning, he intended to eliminate those hostile political parties among the Muggles.

Therefore, he felt that it was necessary to remind Sebastian so that this young man would not go astray.

"Sebastian, your idea is very dangerous. You must be full of awe for life. If you ignore life, your soul will easily fall."

"Albus," hearing Dumbledore's advice, Grindelwald spoke up to defend Sebastian, "On the contrary, I think this kid's idea is a bit interesting."

"Sebastian, right? I'm a little interested in you now."

Seeing that the two old men were about to argue again, Sebastian quickly took out a world map and used magic to hang it on the wall.

"Don't rush to argue. Do you know the theory of nuclear deterrence?"

He smiled mysteriously, then pointed to a country on the map.

"We all know that the American magical world's 'Statute of Secrecy' is the strictest."

"This is because their Muggle government has an extremely strong robber-like character. They always regard themselves as the boss of the Muggle world and point fingers at other countries."

"However, due to the existence of nuclear deterrence, they will also negotiate with other countries at the negotiating table."

"So, if the day comes when the 'Statute of Secrecy' is broken, we had better let those unfriendly Muggle political parties know, let those robbers know."

"Our magical world has its own unique 'nuclear weapons'—humanoid nuclear weapons."

"That way, everything can return to the negotiating table."

Sebastian stood up, his eyes fixed on the two old men in front of him.

"Headmaster, your worries are not without reason. I am still young, so I need you, an experienced wizard, to guide me and watch over me."

"Mr. Grindelwald, you are a pillar of the magical world, and your ideal is also to break the 'Statute of Secrecy'."

"I sincerely invite you to join the cause of breaking the 'Statute of Secrecy'."

Saying that, Sebastian stretched out his right hand to the two old men.

"Become my companions!"

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