Chapter 794: Arrangement and Protection Plan

Chapter 794: Arrangement and Protection Plan

Chapter 794 Arrangements and Protection Plans

Fred and George thought it was ridiculous that Kyle killed seventy Death Eaters, and they didn't believe it at all.

Strictly speaking, Kyle did not do this. He roughly calculated that the basilisk had the most records. Counting the initial sneak attack and the subsequent indiscriminate attacks, there were almost thirty.

Mainly because the basilisk's line of sight is too unpredictable. When there are not many people, it almost dies when it is seen. It directly catches the Death Eaters off guard.

Norbert was added later. Although the fire dragon has amazing destructive power, its efficiency is still much worse than that of the basilisk. It is only a fraction of the full damage.

 They add up to just over half the amount.

 So when Kingsley mentioned this just now, Kyle could say frankly that he did not kill all the Death Eaters.

 Because he only solved half of it, and as for what happened to the rest, Kyle didn't know.

 It may be that Voldemort wanted to silence him. After all, when he said the surname "Riddle" before, his voice was not too quiet.

The Muggle father has always been a taboo for Voldemort. If he wants to continue to maintain his identity as a descendant of pure-blood Slytherin, he will definitely not let go of the Death Eaters who may hear this secret.

With Voldemort's character, it is unlikely that he would waste time screening each one. Direct silence is the simplest way, and there will definitely be no mistakes.

If anyone here knew the whereabouts of Dumbledore, the first person they would think of would be Kyle.

 It's not very rich, just a very ordinary sandwich, corned beef and fried ham, but it's still very good to pair with whiskey.

I have to admit that at this time, the name Dumbledore has become a symbol in a sense. As long as he is still there, it can give people a sense of confidence in victory.

 The number of Death Eaters they encountered before was not many, and there were basically only a few of them each time, but now the situation has become different.

 Seventy Death Eaters were dispatched at one time... This number was almost the same as when Voldemort was at his most powerful more than ten years ago.

"Of course," Kyle said, "and I don't care."

 At this time, Mrs. Weasley happened to bring a midnight snack.

The words were the same as at the Hog's Head. In fact, this was what they had discussed in advance when they were still at Bathilda's house.

　　When everyone was almost sober, the topic at the dinner table returned to the Death Eaters again.

"Sorry." Kingsley looked at Kyle and said, "This is my responsibility, I hope you understand."

 Meanwhile, at the dinner table…

The two of them smiled at each other, and no one said anything else after that, and the incident seemed to have passed away.

 So, everyone’s attention focused on Kyle again.

 So Kyle can just fool around one day at a time. I just hope that he can come back as soon as possible and don't delay it for a year and a half.

According to this calculation, the number of Death Eaters will be at least five times greater, that is, about 350.

"Molly, Sirius, you really misunderstood." Kingsley sighed. He seemed to want to explain something, but after thinking about it, he still didn't say anything.

In a place like Godric's Hollow, if you just want to run away, it's really not that easy to chase him.

Of course, these are Kyle’s guesses based on Voldemort’s character. Only Voldemort himself knows what happened after he ran away.

 But now there is no need for this, because they also do not believe that Kyle can kill so many Death Eaters in fifteen minutes.

 Fifteen minutes, seventy... On average, that’s nearly five per minute. Even if we were facing a warthog, it wouldn’t be that fast.

 Dumbledore didn’t want too many people to know that he used the time turner, so he came up with a very vague reason... There were important things to deal with.

Of course, only the people rescued by Fox were drinking, while the other people who came from the Ministry of Magic were still teetotal.

Seeing that the atmosphere was getting a little tense, Mr. Weasley took the initiative to change the subject: "By the way, have any of you seen Dumbledore? His phoenix is ​​here, but why is it missing?"

 Even if you add in the guards and other combatants, their number can barely reach about two hundred.

This kind of confidence is necessary when facing Death Eaters.

“I didn’t expect their numbers to become so large.” Mr. Weasley said worriedly.

 Or if it were anyone else today, even Dumbledore, they would have to ask clearly.

 Actually, the reason why he asked this was just out of the habit of an Auror, and Moody also thought so.

Bellatrix is ​​like this, and there are Antonin Dolohov, Lucius Malfoy, Barty Crouch Jr., Dolphin, Yaxley... They are also deeply trusted by Voldemort. of Death Eaters.

 After all, he usually runs around, so he won't be suspected for a while, but it won't be possible if it lasts too long.

Although most of them were brought in to make up the numbers, and their strengths vary, it is also a troublesome matter for the Order of the Phoenix and the Ministry of Magic.

"Don't look at me, I don't know either." Kyle shrugged, "Dumbledore just said he had something very important to do and asked me to help take care of Fawkes."

 Ten thousand steps back, even seventy warthogs would run away when they sensed danger, let alone seventy wizards.

 “Yes.” Sirius nodded.

 So there must be something they don't know about, and it has nothing to do with Kyle.

 In comparison, their side seems a bit weak.

Voldemort didn't even appear. Just one Bellatrix could bring out seventy Death Eaters, which also showed from the side that their number must be much more than seventy.

Counting old members and new members, the Order of the Phoenix only has more than thirty people at full strength. The number of Aurors is about the same. There are more strikers, but it will not exceed a hundred.

While speaking, he also subconsciously glanced at Fox, who was resting on Kyle's shoulder... I don't know if it was because he had used too many apparations, or if he was simply sleepy. Fox slept so soundly, with so many people talking. Couldn't wake it up.

There is no way, who made Sirius say just now that Kyle can direct the actions of the Phoenix, and Fawkes sleeping on his shoulder also confirmed the authenticity of this statement.

However, in the face of Mr. Weasley's doubts, everyone else shook their heads, saying that they didn't know what was going on. It seemed that no one had seen him since noon.

 One is at most 200, and the other is at least 350. The difference is clear at a glance.

 For a time, everyone had a look of helplessness on their faces.

"Everyone, don't be so pessimistic. We have experienced wars with greater disparity, haven't we?" Lu Ping comforted everyone: "In the last war, the number of Death Eaters was thirty times ours, but they were still defeated. ”

 It's just that his words had no effect.

Everyone sitting here knows very well the reason why the Death Eaters failed last time... It has nothing to do with the Ministry of Magic, and it has nothing to do with the Order of the Phoenix. The most important reason is because Voldemort is dead.

 Or other people thought he was dead.

The prophesied savior killed the arrogant Dark Lord, leaving the Death Eaters without a leader. Dumbledore, the strongest white wizard, seized the opportunity and led the Ministry of Magic and the Order of the Phoenix to defeat them in one fell swoop.

These words sound exciting, but in the final analysis, it is still due to luck. If Voldemort is not dead, no one can guarantee what the final outcome will be.

Even if they can win, there is a high probability that it will be a miserable victory.

Thinking of this, some people couldn't help but look at Harry...

 “What’s wrong?” Harry asked.

“No, it’s nothing.” Kingsley said, “I just want to remind you that seventy Death Eaters were lost this time, and the mysterious man will not give up. He will definitely find ways to get back.

"So recently, if there is nothing particularly important, you'd better not leave here." "But I can't hide here forever." Harry frowned, "We will start school soon, and I will always Going to King's Cross Station."

"Well... I think it would be best not to go to King's Cross Station," said Kingsley.

"Then how are we going to get to school?" Hermione was a little anxious.

"Hogwarts isn't the only way to get to Hogwarts by train, dear." Mrs. Weasley came over and placed a basket of fried potatoes on the table. "We will find a way to send you safely to Hogwarts. Portkeys and Floo Network are both good choices."

"I am more inclined to Apparate." Sirius said, "Sending them to Hogsmeade by Apparating is the safest way. To be honest, I don't really trust the Floo Network that is supervised by the Ministry of Magic. "

"Me too." Lupine said, he raised his head and glanced at Kingsley, "Of course, this is not directed at you, I just wonder if the Death Eaters have instigated people from the Department of Transportation, and there are many of them. A wizard who is proficient in the Imperius Curse."

"I understand, Remus." Kingsley nodded, "No matter what method is used, the ultimate goal is to allow Harry Potter to reach Hogwarts safely.

"As long as he gets to Hogwarts, he will be safe under Dumbledore's protection."

While they were talking about this, Kyle sat there without saying a word.

Hogwarts this year is probably not that safe.

The only good news now is that no one else knows about Dumbledore's movements except him, and without definite information, Voldemort does not dare to act rashly.

“By the way, we still need to arrange some manpower to go to Hogsmeade.” Moody said, “Last year someone tried to use a cursed dark magic item to assassinate Kyle.”

"It was Malfoy who did it." Harry said suddenly: "He admitted it when he was in the tower. He was also the one who used the Imperius Curse on Ms. Rosmerta and controlled her to use the love potion on Slughorn. ”

"Malfoy?" Ron was a little surprised, "What did he say? Why have I never heard you mention this matter?"

 “Didn’t I say that?” Harry asked doubtfully.

"Of course not. If you don't believe me, just ask Hermione." Ron said.

 Hermione nodded, "No."

"Maybe I forgot." Harry said, "He said a lot that day, and he also admitted that he had been trying to kill Kyle and Dumbledore since he entered school, but he had never succeeded."

"You actually hid such an important thing from us?" Ron said loudly, unable to accept it for a while.

 After all, most of the time, Harry would have told them no matter what happened, but now he had a change of heart?

"I didn't mean it, I really forgot." Harry quickly explained: "You know, something even more unbelievable happened that day. If Alastor hadn't mentioned this just now, I might have thought I can’t get up.”

What Harry was talking about was the scene where Kyle rushed into the tower and directly washed the ground with fire. At that time, he was protected by Dumbledore and saw with his own eyes that the entire tower was filled with raging fire. It was like the end of the world. The horrific sight made him forget everything else.

It was also because of this incident that when Kingsley said that Kyle had killed seventy Death Eaters by himself, he had no doubt at all and almost subconsciously believed it.

After hearing his explanation, Ron nodded and reluctantly believed it.

"Hey, Malfoy...it's just as I guessed." Moody snorted, "But he probably won't go to Hogwarts this year."

"That's great." Harry couldn't help but laugh.

Hogwarts without Malfoy...it would be like a dream.

"If you ask me to say, Dumbledore is too kind." Hagrid said gruffly, "The Malfoys are all evil, but Dumbledore still thinks that he is deceived. He is just like that Lucius." , is evil at heart.”

"Don't say that, Hagrid." Mr. Weasley waved his hand, "Dumbledore must have his own considerations. We just need to believe him."

Hagrid didn’t say anything. He took a bottle of brandy, uncorked it and drank it in one gulp.

"In short..." Moody continued: "Although last year's culprit has left the school, none of us can guarantee whether there is still such a person among the students, and whether the target will be changed to Harry this year.

“For safety reasons, it is best for someone to stay in Hogsmeade for a long time after Hogwarts starts school.

“Protecting Harry is one thing, and at the same time, it can provide quick support when special situations arise.”

 “No problem, I agree.”

"I agree…"

"So much the better."

Everyone nodded in agreement.

Although Harry really didn't want everyone to do extra things for him, he also knew that what he said didn't count and he could only sit there and listen silently.

Moody glanced around the crowd and said, "Mundungus, you go..."

 “Alastor.” Sirius suddenly spoke, interrupting him.

 “Leave this matter to me.”

 “You?” Moody frowned and hesitated.

 Of course he believed that Sirius would be able to do a good job, but the problem was that ability was only secondary. What they needed was concealment.

　　Whether it is to protect Harry or anything else, once it is discovered, the effect will be greatly reduced...because no Death Eater would be stupid enough to attack Harry in front of the protection personnel.

 When it comes to hiding oneself, besides Nymphadora Tonks, Mundungus is more suitable.

"It's best to find someone else," Moody said. "Your face is so recognizable. Almost all Death Eaters recognize you and know that you are Harry's godfather.

“On the surface, Dumbledore and the professors are enough for protection, there is no need to add more people.”

 “I can take the Polyjuice Potion,” said Sirius. "And more importantly, I have property in Hogsmeade and can stay there legitimately."

 “Industry?”

“The Shrieking Shack,” Sirius said with a smile, “Remus and I bought it and it’s ours now.”

"No, it's you and Kyle." Lupine corrected: "I don't have that much money. Kyle lent me the money. I need to pay it back first."

As soon as he mentioned this, Sirius's face became not so good. He still couldn't figure out why Lupine would rather pay interest and borrow money from Kyle, who had not graduated yet, rather than talk to him. What's going on? He could obviously give it to Lu Ping.

Chris also had a great reaction.

 He knew that Kyle had made some money in the past few years, but he didn't know how much exactly, and he never asked.

 How come he already has his own business just after graduation?

 Still in Hogsmeade?

As far as he knows, the prices there are not cheap.

As the only wizard-only village in the UK, Hogsmeade has always had a good reputation, so even a screaming shack that has been abandoned for a long time cannot be priced lower than three thousand galleons.

Even if Sirius's half is removed, fifteen hundred galleons is his salary for most of the year. Can Kyle and the others earn so much from the small businesses they do in school?

 Oh, by the way, the Triwizard Tournament.

Chris suddenly remembered that the prize money for the winner of the Triwizard Tournament seemed to be a thousand galleons, which made it much more reasonable.

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 (End of this chapter)