"Minister, the reporters are here."
Percy Weiss was standing at the door, looking at Fudge, who was sitting behind his desk with his fingers crossed and looking listless. He raised his hand and gently knocked on the wooden door of the office, then spoke as a reminder.
"knew."
Cornelius Fudge stood up wearily and walked out of the office.
To be honest, Fudge didn't want to face those annoying reporters like flies at all, but as the current Minister of Magic, he had to give everyone a reasonable explanation for the death of Amelia Bones anyway.
"explain?"
“What a hell!”
Fudge himself didn't understand what was going on.
A few hours earlier, Fudge was awakened from his sleep and informed of the murder of Amelia Bones.
What does it mean that a mysterious person is suspected to have done it himself
The Aurors didn't give him a reasonable explanation, so how could he give one to the reporters
Could he tell the reporters that Amelia Bones was killed by a mysterious man
Even if you use your knees to think, you know what the consequences will be if you really say that.
What the entire British wizarding community really cares about is not the death of Amelia Bones, but the fact that Amelia Bones was murdered by Death Eaters under the heavy protection of Aurors.
The authority of the Ministry of Magic will be questioned again, but this is not the most terrifying thing. After this incident, everyone will think that Amelia Bones was murdered under the protection of the Aurors, so how can everyone's life safety be guaranteed
Wizards living in fear will only vent their anger on the Ministry of Magic, and Fudge, as the Minister of Magic, will undoubtedly bear the brunt of it. After all, this happened during his term of office.
Fudge seemed to hear people shouting for him to get off the stage again. They must want to replace him with a more reliable Minister of Magic to lead everyone through the current difficulties.
"I'm here to announce some bad news. Ms. Amelia Bones was murdered not long ago." Fudge's voice was low and his tone was sad. Those who didn't know might have thought that Fudge had a good relationship with Amelia Bones.
In fact, the relationship between Fudge and Amelia was not very good. This was mainly related to the interests of both parties, and also because Fudge could not get any benefits after Amelia came to power.
However, after several years as Minister of Magic, Fudge's acting skills are still acceptable.
"I heard that Ms. Amelia Bones was murdered by Death Eaters under the heavy protection of Aurors." A famous male reporter asked sharply, "Is this true?"
Fudge's face was very ugly, but he was not unprepared, so he said: "Yes, unfortunately, we believe that the devil who cannot even be named killed her personally."
Amid the reporters' whispers, Fudge raised his hand to silence them, signaling for everyone to listen as he continued, "Amelia Bones is a very talented witch. Her bravery and fairness are recognized by everyone, and she is currently the most promising candidate for Minister of Magic. Perhaps the devil who must not be named was afraid that she would become the Minister of Magic, so he personally led the Death Eaters to kill her. All signs indicate that she once fought hard."
"We are devastated by the death of Amelia Bones."
"But I heard that the Auror who protected Amelia Bones was not killed by the Death Eaters. Instead, a witch named Emmeline Vance was killed." The male reporter said sharply again, "It is said that Emmeline Vance is Dumbledore's man and is also responsible for protecting the safety of Ms. Amelia Bones."
Fudge looked fiercely at the reporter who had just spoken, trying to see clearly what the man looked like.
There was an uproar at the scene. It would have been fine if only the Auror who was protecting Amelia Bones was knocked unconscious by the Death Eaters, but the other wizard who was responsible for protecting her was brutally killed. This matter was very suspicious no matter how you looked at it.
If one has a darker mindset, it wouldn't be surprising to think that someone in the Ministry of Magic deliberately murdered Amelia Bones.
"I can't answer your questions, because I want to know the reason myself, but I think the answer will have to wait until the two Aurors wake up." Fudge used the procrastination tactic. He naturally would not admit whether there was a problem with the Aurors, and Fudge did not think it was the Aurors' problem.
Just as Fudge expected, everyone was more concerned about who would be the next Minister of Magic after Amelia Bones was murdered, and whether he could lead everyone through the current difficulties.
Fudge answered the reporters' questions tiredly. He didn't even know what he said in the end. There was no doubt that the death of Amelia Bones had greatly reduced everyone's confidence in the Ministry of Magic, and made many wizards believe that the Ministry of Magic was no longer reliable.
Fudge now just wanted to pass this mess to someone else as soon as possible, but after Amelia Bones' death, he was horrified to find that there was no suitable candidate.
This is mainly because Amelia Bones is very capable and talented. She has not only been recognized by everyone, but also has the support of Dumbledore. He should not wait for the vote, but should simplify the vote and let Amelia directly become the new minister to deal with the mess left behind. Perhaps Voldemort will not dare to challenge the entire Ministry of Magic blatantly.
That morning's news about Amelia Bones' death and Fudge's interview quickly spread throughout Britain through newspapers.
Yin Zebel put the newspaper on the table and looked up at Albert. "You seem to have foreseen her death a long time ago."
"Yes, I remember reminding her." Albert swallowed the food in his mouth and said calmly, "But Amelia Bones was unwilling to hide. Perhaps she overestimated the protection of herself and the Aurors and underestimated the determination of the mysterious man to kill her, so she died."
Mrs. McDougal and Katrina both turned to look at Albert.
"It should be the You-Know-Who who did it." Albert took out a handkerchief to wipe the corner of his mouth. "If it was that bunch of useless Death Eaters, they would probably mess things up. Emmeline Vance is a member of the Order of the Phoenix. Even if she can't defeat the Death Eaters, she will alert Amelia Bones and help her buy time to use Apparition to escape. The two Aurors should have similar tasks."
"If Amelia Bones is willing to hide temporarily," Yin Zebel looked at her mother and asked, "will she be able to escape?"
"I think it's difficult. I know Amelia." Mrs. MacDougal sighed softly, "She is not a coward, and she will not hide because she is afraid of being killed."
"So, she died." Albert said calmly, "Amelia Bones's character and behavior led to her death."
"Have you reminded her?" Katrina asked curiously.
"Yes, I reminded her, Dumbledore, and Scrimgeour, and they all remained vigilant, but Amelia Bones was still killed by the mysterious man because they underestimated his determination." Albert said softly, "So, sometimes it is not easy to change the prophecy."
Katrina looked at her mother and suddenly understood why Albert and Inzebel were determined to bring her here even if they had to use the Imperius Curse.
If Mrs. MacDougal didn't want to give up her job and go into hiding, perhaps Amelia Bones would be her fate.
"If Amelia Bones hides, can she really survive?" Mrs. McDougal asked the same question that Yin Zebel had just asked.
"Maybe. At least he won't die so easily." Albert explained, "It's hard to change the prophecy, but that doesn't mean it can't be changed."
"So, you told Amelia Bones, you told Dumbledore, and you mentioned it to Scrimgeour?"
"Yes." Albert admitted it directly.
"But Amelia Bones is still dead," Katrina reminded.
"If Amelia Bones had believed and hidden herself, she might not have died." Albert gave the three an example, "Umbridge is the best example."
"Originally, according to my prophecy, Umbridge would enter the Forbidden Forest for some reason and receive a lesson from the centaurs that she would never forget. However, after she heard the prophecy, she never dared to step into the Forbidden Forest, so her fate changed."
"I feel like you know everything." Katrina looked at Albert with a strange expression.
“I can guess a few things.”
"If you want, you should be able to save Amelia Bones." Although it was a doubt, Katrina seemed certain that Albert had a way to save Amelia Bones, and he could definitely do it if he really wanted to.
"I'm not Potter, much less a savior. I can't save anyone, and I won't risk saving someone who has nothing to do with me." Albert glanced at Katrina and said calmly, "Many times, even if a disaster is predicted, it is difficult to stop it because no one believes it."
"Besides, I tried, but failed." Albert said calmly, "Emmeline Vance died because of this, but it did not change the fate of Amelia Bones' death."
"You mean..."
"Emmeline Vance did not die protecting Amelia Bones."
"Fate is always unpredictable. Even if I can predict the future, I still need to be in awe of it. Just because I can see the future, I can't do whatever I want."
"I'm sorry." Katrina said, looking down.
"Amelia Bones' death was more about her unwillingness to give up," Albert said softly. "If she was willing to give up something, she would at least have a chance for revenge. Now she doesn't even have that chance."
"revenge?"
Katrina felt that the matter was becoming increasingly complicated.
"The Bones family has a great hatred for You-Know-Who and the Death Eaters. Most of Amelia Bones' relatives died at the hands of You-Know-Who and the Death Eaters."
"So, Amelia Bones wants to use the power of the Ministry of Magic to take revenge on them, and becoming the Minister of Magic is the best way. If she wants to become the Minister of Magic, she can't hide." Yin Zebel added.
"It could also be the desire for power. Who knows? After all, many high-ranking officials in the Ministry of Magic have a strong desire for power." Albert said self-deprecatingly: "Anyway, the You-Know-Who and the Death Eaters got there first. So, Amelia Bones died, and she lost the chance for revenge."
The living room fell into an eerie silence.
"By the way, Yin Zebel and I have to go to France today for something, and we should be back in the next few days." Albert suddenly changed the subject.
"What are you doing in France?"
"Go meet Mr. Flamel, he is our witness." Albert continued, "By the way, go to the wedding site to see, and also have to pick up my family, they'd better not go back to England."
"Be careful on your way," said Mrs. McDougal.
"Keep in touch through the two-way mirror. Tell the house-elf if you have anything to say. It's best not to leave here easily." Albert thought for a moment and said, "We will come back to pick you up and take you to France. The wedding will be there. It's really not safe to stay in the UK."
"What about my dress?" Katrina suddenly asked. She didn't have a suitable dress. She borrowed Inzebel's dress for the last Christmas party.
"Uncle Mog has already reserved it for you. It should be ready in a few days." Yin Zebeier said softly, "As for the style, it's similar to the one you wore last time."
"oh."
Katrina hated the feeling of being arranged.
After finishing breakfast, Albert and Inzebel disguised themselves as a couple, then Apparated to a remote and deserted beach somewhere in southern England, and then used an illegal portkey to leave for France.
Under normal circumstances, Albert would have chosen the plane to France.
Of course, there are other ways, such as using the Wildsmith family's transnational Floo network, but those Floo networks have not been used for a long time, and it is really difficult to guarantee their safety. Moreover, using portkeys is simpler and faster. In the current chaotic situation, the British Ministry of Magic has no energy to track down portkeys, so there is no need to worry about getting into trouble.
After arriving in France, Albert and Yin Zebel Apparated three times in a row, and finally appeared in Nicola Village with a different appearance.
“Anderson?”
A surprised voice suddenly sounded nearby.
"Professor Dumbledore?"
Before Albert recognized who the voice belonged to, he had already raised his wand and pointed it in the direction where the voice came from.
"I almost didn't recognize you." Dumbledore looked at the two men and women with dark hair and yellow skin in front of him in surprise, and said softly, "Very advanced Transfiguration."
In fact, pedestrians on the street couldn't see the three guys who used the Disillusionment Spell on themselves at all.
"Professor, I didn't notice you." Albert looked at Dumbledore curiously.
"It's normal that your attention is on the girl next to you. However, your reaction is very quick and timely." Dumbledore said with a smile, "I just came out from Nico. He said you will definitely arrive before noon."
This elderly man actually came to take care of the funeral affairs of his old friend.
"No, Professor, what did you use to make me ignore you?" Albert asked curiously.
"You definitely know some of these little tricks, but you just overlooked them." Dumbledore blinked and said, "I have to go back to England first. Something seems to have happened there."
"Amelia Bones is dead."
"A terrible loss." Dumbledore sighed softly, "She was an amazing wizard."
"It's her choice," Albert said softly.
"You are right. That was her choice." Dumbledore was silent for a moment, then suddenly said, "Well, go now. Don't keep Nico waiting too long. He will definitely be happy to see you. Perenelle has also prepared your favorite dessert."
"See you another day, Professor." After Albert separated from Dumbledore, he took Yin Zebel to Nicole's house.