Chapter 307 Voldemort returns, Karkaroff’s plan (two-in-one)

Malfoy Manor, Conference Hall.

"Three wizards from our Parkinson family are missing."

"The two wizards sent by our Carlo family are missing."

"One member of the Nott family is missing."

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The bright candlelight exuded bright light, illuminating the gloomy faces of every pure-blood wizard in front of the conference table.

"One of our Frank family wizards is currently being guarded by the Aurors of the Ministry of Magic."

Lil Frank, who was sitting in the front seat, said in a cold tone.

"As soon as we captured someone, the Squibs started taking action, and Dumbledore arrived."

"This cannot be explained by coincidence."

At this point, Lil Frank waved his magic wand, and a leaflet appeared in front of each wizard.

It was the one given to all the wizards in the surrounding area during the Squib Parade.

"Loud slogans, great stories, lots of leaflets."

"This makes it clear that someone planned the situation in advance and calculated all our reactions."

Hearing Frank's angry tone, all the wizards present understood it even more.

The Frank family suffered the most from this operation.

The wizard of their family was caught red-handed and sent to the Aurors, and is now being imprisoned in the Ministry of Magic.

Once this matter is not handled well, the Frank family will become the scapegoat.

Of course, the most likely result is that the Frank family will not sit still and let them be dragged into the water.

"Frank, don't worry, things won't end like this." Ale Rozier on the side comforted: "Garman Frank's matter is the matter of all of us, and we will not let it go."

"Yes, this time it's for all of our pureblood families, we have to work together."

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The pure-blood family representatives on the side also responded in succession.

This makes the Frank family, as well as several other families who suffered losses, feel better.

Then, a wizard from the Rohr family suggested: "Everyone, our plan has not failed yet."

"At the Ministry of Magic, we can exert pressure and drag them down."

"The most important thing now is to deal with Gilderoy Lockhart..."

"If he doesn't die, there will be huge holes in our plan."

"I suggest that we can't wait any longer and find an opportunity to kill Lockhart now. As long as he dies, the plan will not fail."

"Second, as long as Lockhart dies, all their plots against us will be self-defeating."

"Seconded!"

"Seconded!"

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The proposal of the Rohr family was approved by most people.

At this moment, suddenly, Ernst Shafik, the representative of the Shafiq family, said: "Your suggestions are of course good."

"However, there are some issues that we cannot ignore."

Hearing this, everyone's eyes were focused on Ernst Rohr.

After Ernst Rohr saw it, he didn't care and said: "Since the other party has calculated our actions accurately."

"So, will the other party know about our hunt for Lockhart? Will there be any surprises in the process?"

"Like Dumbledore's rescue!"

At the mention of Dumbledore, most wizards' hearts suddenly sank, and the conference room fell silent.

If the other party has expected everything, the people they send will most likely not be their opponents.

Especially if Dumbledore personally rescued someone like the people they sent, it would be equivalent to a meat bun beating a dog, and there would be no return.

There is even a possibility of being caught by the bad guys.

In the silent conference room, no one took the initiative to speak.

But after a moment, Lucius Malfoy said with a somewhat difficult expression: "Don't worry, Dumbledore, I have a way to involve Dumbledore."

His expression was full of hesitation and struggle.

But after saying it, it seemed as if a heavy burden had been lifted from my heart.

When other wizards saw it, they were a little curious, and Ernst Rohr asked even more uneasily: "Lucius, what method are you going to use?"

After hearing this, Lucius sighed and said, "This is what I am going to tell everyone."

As he spoke, he opened his sleeves to reveal the Death Eater mark on his arm.

At the same time, he said in a serious tone: "Everyone, the master is coming back."

Everyone present stared at the dark green Death Eater mark that was activated with slight magic fluctuations on Lucius' arm.

As Death Eaters, they naturally knew who the master Lucius was talking about?

The great Dark Lord—Voldemort! ! !

"Lucius, really?"

"Are you sure you read that correctly?"

"Lucius, that gentleman is really back?"

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Instantly, the entire conference room became lively, and everyone asked questions one after another.

Some are cautious, some are skeptical, and some are filled with joy.

The different expressions showed that everyone had different attitudes towards Voldemort's return.

At this moment, Lucius's mind was filled with the familiar fat figure and the black notebook he was holding in his hand.

Finally, he nodded heavily towards everyone and said, "Everyone, what I said is true. I saw it with my own eyes."

"Moreover, the master is very interested in our plan."

Hogwarts, Headmaster's Office.

Dumbledore sat at the desk and looked at the somewhat reserved Ian in front of him.

Then, with a flick of the wand, an empty cup appeared in front of Ian.

At the same time, Dumbledore asked gently: "Ian, what would you like to drink? Tea? I think your teacher Lockhart really likes tea."

"Thank you principal, just tea." Ian replied quickly.

After hearing Ian's reply, Dumbledore tapped his wand, and the fragrant tea continued to rise in the cup in front of Ian.

"Lockhart really likes tea, and he often advises me to eat less sweets, which is good for my health." Dumbledore said with a smile: "However, for an old man, if he wants to change his habits, It’s difficult.”

As he spoke, honey surged up in the cup in front of Dumbledore.

Dumbledore took a sip of the honey, and when Ian saw this, he also raised his cup and took a sip of tea.

"Ian, did your teacher ask you to tell me something?"

Dumbledore asked gently after putting down the cup.

"Principal, the teacher will remind me to write to you if something happens."

"Also, let me apologize to you." Ian said softly.

"The teacher mentioned that a good opportunity can only come by chance. If you miss this one, you don't know when the next one will come."

Hearing this, Dumbledore sighed, but said nothing more.

According to his opinion, it is better to go slower and not to rush.

If conflicts intensify all of a sudden, it will only cause more losses, and may even lead to more losses than gains.

Judging from the current situation.

The pure-blood family could only kill Lockhart.

Lockhart must die, otherwise, the pureblood family will be severely damaged.

It seemed that Snape's trip to Durmstrang alone was not safe.

No matter what, you have to set out on your own.

He didn't want his favorite students to die.

This Lockhart really doesn't listen to advice.

As my thoughts flashed, suddenly

puff! puff!

An owl fluttered its wings and flew in from the window with a letter in its mouth.

Dumbledore's expression changed when he saw the envelope.

Because, he saw a familiar mark on the envelope.

Exactly

Tom's Death Eater mark!

Seeing this, Dumbledore closed his eyes slightly, as if he thought of something, his expression hesitated, but soon turned to determination.

This made Ian on the opposite side feel a little confused.

And Dumbledore waved his hand, the letter disappeared, and the owl left immediately.

Afterwards, he briefly chatted with Ian for a few words before letting him leave.

Wait until the entire office is empty.

Dumbledore waved again, and the letter reappeared on the table.

Open the letter and read the contents of the envelope quietly.

"Dear teacher, I would like to apply for Hogwarts Defense Against the Dark Arts again"

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Looking at the familiar handwriting on the letter, Dumbledore sighed softly.

Tom got involved with the pureblood family again.

This time, he really wanted to tie himself up and prevent him from leaving Hogwarts.

Otherwise, the little wizards may have to...

Thoughts turned, Dumbledore wrote.

What Tom wanted, he had to stop.

Since he couldn't leave, people from the Order of the Phoenix would naturally have to be dispatched.

It's not enough to rely on Snape alone.

Durmstrang, large classroom.

Lockhart stood in front of the high platform, waving his wand, and outlined runes of different colors one after another in mid-air.

Looking at the engrossed young wizards below, Lockhart said in a deep voice.

"For a wizard, runes are not only good news for Squibs, but also an important key for us wizards to become stronger."

"Why do you say that?"

"Because the existence of runes provides us with a clear way to improve our mental power and magic power, including studying magic spells."

"In the past, we relied purely on blood to enhance our own magic power."

"According to the survey, as we grow older, the growth of magic power in our bodies will gradually slow down. After reaching adulthood, except for some wizards with pure blood, it will basically stop."

"Including most purebloods, no exception."

"And runes can break through the constraints of blood. Even after the increase of blood on us disappears, we can still use runes to enhance our magic power and improve our strength."

"And the most important thing about this is the transformation of our mental power by runes, and the relationship between magic power and runes."

"When a certain number of runes are combined, a wonderful connection will be created, which will help us transform and transform the nature of our mental power and transform the magic power in our body."

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"In the future, anyone who wants a powerful wizard will definitely study runes."

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"The runes are just a key. When we pass this key, we can open the door to a magical treasure."

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"There are three keys to outlining runes. First, visualize the runes."

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As Lockhart continued to tell a lot of knowledge about runes, the young wizards below, including the professor, started taking notes.

The little wizards will sound more or less confused.

But after hearing this, the professors below became even more excited.

Because Professor Lockhart pretended to be a useful person, he was even more or less helpful to them.

He is worthy of being the founder of meditation and the discoverer of runes!

And at some unknown time, Durmstrang Principal Karkaroff stood outside the classroom door.

His expression was solemn, but he seemed to be waiting for Lockhart's lecture to end.

At this moment, Karkaroff was completely speechless about what happened in his hometown, the British wizarding world.

I agreed to block the news myself.

As a result, within two or three days, he immediately changed his mind and wanted to push Lockhart to leave Durmstrang.

Prepare to kill directly.

He originally wanted to refuse, and a large part of the responsibility for what happened during his invitation would definitely be placed on himself.

What's more, he didn't dare to offend Dumbledore, the principal of Hogwarts.

But there was no way, the pure-blood family started to put pressure directly.

He was curious that Norway was so far away from the British side.

The pure-blood families in the British wizarding world stretch their hands so far, which directly affects the Norwegian side.

If he was really that powerful, wouldn't it be possible that those pure-blood families he had offended in England might attack him at any time?

While thinking about it, Karloff felt more and more that the water inside was getting deeper and deeper.

What he wants now is to drive the center of this vortex, Professor Lockhart, out of Durmstrang as soon as possible.

The longer you stay, the easier it is to involve him.

The water was too deep and he couldn't grasp it.

It's not that he is a coward, it's just that he cherishes life and follows his heart.

As time passed, it was soon time to rest.

The little wizards walked out of the classroom one after another, or stayed in the classroom to rest.

Lockhart was standing on the high platform, drinking water slowly, as if he had talked a little too much just now, to moisten his throat.

Seeing this, Karkaroff walked directly onto the high platform and said solemnly: "Professor Lockhart, things are a little bad."

"I don't know the specific information, but it seems that someone in the British Ministry of Magic has questioned your identity as the founder of No Idea and the discoverer of the runes."

"And it is suspected that we have conclusive evidence."

"What's more important is that your supporters, such as Squibs and wizards, demonstrated in Diagon Alley, Hogsmeade and other places, making a lot of noise."

"See if you want to go back to London first, prove your innocence, and then come back and continue teaching after the matter is settled."

Having said this, Karkaroff quickly added: "Of course I, myself, including the entire Durmstrang, have always had great trust in your research results."

When Lockhart heard this, a look of disbelief appeared on his face.

He seemed extremely surprised by what Karkaroff said.

However, after quickly coming back to his senses, he said hesitantly: "Okay, please, Principal Karkaroff. After this class is over, I will start preparing to return to the UK."

After Karkaroff heard this, he nodded quickly and said, "Okay, Professor Lockhart, I will also contact the Norwegian Ministry of Magic and ask them to approve your application for cross-border transmission as soon as possible."

"I hope your trip goes well and you reveal the truth."

Well, if you can survive this disaster, there is no doubt that I, Karkaroff, will be your most loyal friend.

If you haven't survived, then I can only say that you are afraid of crime and absconded.

No matter what, I can be invincible.

As long as you don't get into the whirlpool, you will never fail.

Lockhart heard this and said meaningfully.

"Don't worry, everything will go very smoothly."