The Wizengamot's verdict on Peter Pettigrew was mixed, and many people were not satisfied with the result, and they believed that Peter should be sentenced to death. ◎,
Kill him outright, or let a dementor suck his soul
Such opinions were loud when the truth of the incident was first made public.
As time went by, the wizards gradually calmed down. Some people began to think that this practice was too cruel. Even if Peter Pettigrew deserved what he deserved, the Dementor's Kiss was too inhumane. The number of wizards who held this view gradually gained the upper hand.
However, people were worried about putting Peter in the wizard prison of Azkaban. After all, there were examples of Sirius escaping before.
Even though the Ministry of Magic has repeatedly assured that Peter Pettigrew will be under strict supervision.
The outside world is still full of doubts about this, they don't trust Fudge and the Ministry of Magic.
Under such circumstances, wizards became increasingly curious about Sirius, the only wizard who managed to escape from Azkaban guarded by dementors.
Knowing that today’s special issue at the headquarters of the “Hogwarts Wizarding News” at No. 36 Diagon Alley will release an exclusive report related to Sirius’ escape experience for the first time, many wizards lined up here early to wait for the store. open the door.
Apart from these wizards with a curiosity-seeking mentality, more people simply worship Sirius.
Just like the worship of Lockhart a year ago, after the truth was revealed, the brave and fearless Sirius became the object of worship of many people.
Unlike the Muggle world, which worships power, wizards need heroes.
After Lockhart's true face was made public, people were disappointed and began to look for a new person who could replace him. The appearance of Sirius filled this gap.
He is a well-deserved hero, a fighter against the forces of darkness.
Especially since this new hero is still very handsome, everything becomes even better, and many female wizards of Mrs. Weasley's age worship him crazily.
Today's signing is Sirius' first public appearance since his acquittal.
Although it was the last day of the Christmas holiday, his admirers spontaneously gathered here just to meet Sirius and get his autograph.
Among the crowd, there were many underage wizards. They didn't come for Sirius, but to buy Weasley's magic tricks and other interesting magic items made by young Hogwarts wizards that will be sold on the first floor of the shop.
In the newspaper, Aiwen advertised almost every item.
His strategy was so successful that it almost mobilized the entire wizarding world.
At this moment, there was a long queue outside the shop, reaching the corner of the street, with no end in sight, and more and more people were joining in.
"Relax, Sirius, you just need to sit here and sign, it's very simple." Ivan found that Sirius seemed a little uneasy.
"I'd rather fight the Death Eaters than do this kind of thing again." Sirius clenched the quill in his hand tightly, almost breaking the barrel of the pen because of too much force.
Unlike Lockhart, he hasn't gotten used to being in focus.
"Harry, Ron, and Hermione and I will help you, and the sales of the goods on the first floor will be handed over to Fred, George, Ginny, Dobby, and Kreacher." Ivan ordered, "Especially Dobby." Bee and Kreacher, you two have to work hard to get used to it, and after today, you will be in charge of the daily operations and sales here."
"Yes, sir!" said Dobby excitedly, the first time he had done such a thing.
Kreacher didn't answer, he looked suspiciously at the Weasley idiosyncratic fireworks in front of him, as if he was doing research on this thing, looking at his eyes, obviously thought that what happened in front of him was absurd, if it wasn't for Sirius' order, he Turned around and left early.
In Aiwen's plan, due to budget constraints, he does not plan to hire too many people. The compilation of newspaper manuscripts can still be done as before, and the shop should be able to handle it with the usual care of Lupine, Dobby, and Kreacher. .
As for Sirius, he was also planning to help out in the shop.
But this morning, he had received a letter from Dumbledore, inviting him to replace Lupine as the new Defense Against the Dark Arts professor at Hogwarts.
He accepted the invitation, and everyone was very happy when they heard the news.
Especially Harry was the most excited, he couldn't believe that his godfather was going to be the new professor of Defense Against the Dark Arts, his favorite subject.
Ivan is also looking forward to it, looking forward to Snape's expression after seeing Sirius.
Unlike Professor Lupine, who has a gentle personality and is unwilling to fight with others, with Sirius' fiery personality, he will definitely confront Snape tit for tat.
Needless to say, the second half of the semester must be very exciting. This is not just a matter between the two of them, but also a confrontation between the two houses of Gryffindor and Slytherin. The competition for the House Cup this year must be very fierce.
In addition to this, Sirius promised Ivan to help him get the approval of the centaur tribe in the Forbidden Forest, and then obtain the key to Gryffindor's treasure.
Aiwen couldn't wait for this item that can increase magic power.
In fact, besides Ivan and Harry, Fred and George were the happiest after hearing the news. The more chaotic the school was, the more opportunities they had to play tricks. Many prank products that Mrs. Weasley and Hermione considered dangerous and banned the sale of each other could also take the opportunity to sell them.
"You guys are ready, it's almost time, we're going to open for business." Aiwen walked over to help Lupine open the store door.
Dobby the house-elf stood nervously behind the counter on the first floor, watching the crowd pouring in like a tide, they talked excitedly, and rushed straight to Sirius in the center of the hall.
Like Lockhart's on-site signing before, the wizards bought a special issue of "Hogwarts Wizardry", Sirius signed on it, and took a group photo with everyone.
Sirius grinned stiffly, coping with it with difficulty.
While queuing up, the wizards looked curiously at the dazzling array of products on the counter, many of which were very interesting and practical. It was hard for everyone to believe that these were the works of little wizards. Later, I will also buy it.
In front of the counter in charge of Fred and George, it was crowded with little wizards buying prank products early on. Their products were very popular and were quickly swept away.
Ivan noticed that Fred and George would sneak behind Mrs. Weasley and Hermione's back and stuff a thick order form in the hand of a little wizard who bought their products, which was full of items that were banned from the two of them before. something for sale.
In short, this hodgepodge-like shop has achieved great success, and even the Muggle items that Ivan deliberately put in the corner have attracted many people to buy.
Although the number of people is small, the water flows steadily. For wizards, these are very novel things, and more and more people will definitely be interested. (.)