Hogwarts Homecoming

Before being expelled from the school board of directors, the Malfoy family was the most powerful family on the board of directors. At the same time, the many properties owned by the Malfoy family were also the family that paid the most taxes to the Ministry of Magic in the British wizarding world. The most ominous thing The situation is that Lucius Malfoy is still a 'loyal' Death Eater.

There are several seats on the board of directors of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry that are in this situation, and this is what makes Amosta feel stuck.

Once the war begins, Hogwarts is a spiritual flag, and whether this flag can be erected depends on the opponent's will. Of course, Amosta believes in Dumbledore's judgment and has always focused on restoring the glory of the pure-blood family. I'm afraid Voldemort, who holds the banner, does not have such a vision, but this is a life-and-death struggle, and the hidden dangers in this regard must be eliminated no matter what.

"What's your solution, Amosta?"

Dumbledore knew very well that since Amosta came to seek his support tonight with this problem, he already had an idea, and when it came to the ability to accumulate wealth, he was definitely not as good as Amosta.

"Before abandoning the burden of the school board, Hogwarts must have its own industry-"

Amosta said calmly,

"Before returning to Hogwarts, I had a chat with Remus. I hope he can help investigate all the materials that are indispensable for ordinary people in the wizarding world in their daily lives, as well as the workshops and actual controllers behind the production of these materials. .”

"I understand where you're coming from, Amosta, but you're hoping to defeat established products in the short term with a product that no one has ever seen before. Oh, maybe you're planning to use your reputation as a guarantee, but I’m afraid it’s still difficult—”

Dumbledore said with a frown.

Even the bright candlelight couldn't illuminate Amosta's gloomy expression at this moment. Facing Dumbledore's doubts, he was hesitant to tell the whole plan, because if he didn't get Dumbledore's support, then This exposed plan is tantamount to failure.

But soon, Amosta made a decision. Dumbledore showed his sincerity to him, so he must also show his sincerity. Mutual trust is the prerequisite for facing the crisis together.

"This is a complicated plan—"

Amosta said in a calm tone, but the coldness in his eyes made Dumbledore frown secretly.

"--First of all, our original purpose is to free Hogwarts from the constraints of external factors. To do this, we must let Hogwarts have its own industry.

I asked Remus to investigate the producers of some materials that are closely related to the lives of ordinary wizards. I don’t know who they are, but I can predict that in the end, the investigation will definitely affect some families who are on the school board. I don't want to uproot these families, but there is an insurmountable premise, that is, you cannot stand on Voldemort's side. If anyone violates this premise, then this family and the family's industry must go bankrupt, and Hogwarts will Immediately take over the market after their withdrawal to achieve the purpose of establishing Hogwarts' own capital chain. "

"Capital chain"

Dumbledore chewed on the word for a while, his voice became heavy,

"How are you going to make sure, Amosta, I don't think anyone else will watch Hogwarts take this freed up revenue."

"We need the support of the Ministry of Magic--"

Amosta looked calm,

"We do not have the right to announce to the public that a certain family is involved in Voldemort's terrorist activities. Only the Ministry of Magic has the right to explain to the public, seize all the properties under this family's name, make it bankrupt, and at the same time protect Hogg. Watts’ agent comes in. By the way, I think Remus is very suitable as an agent. After so many years of living in poverty, it’s time for him to enjoy the taste of a rich man——"

"Remus will be pleased with the arrangements you have made for him."

Dumbledore said calmly, not caring at all about Amosta's private arrangements for Remus. They were currently discussing how to win a war, a war that involved everyone's lives and the future of wizarding Britain, the greater good.

"But it's unrealistic to expect that your help to the Ministry of Magic on Greyback and Quidditch Final Night can make Connelly do his bidding -"

Dumbledore astutely pointed out the problems with Amostar's plan.

"I understand and I'm prepared -"

Amosta said simply and simply.

Dumbledore's blue eyes fell on Amosta's calm face, his brows furrowed. He understood what Amosta was preparing for, and at the same time, he also knew very well that Amosta had already made up his mind to do this. .

Seeing Dumbledore's acquiescence, Amosta breathed a sigh of relief and continued,

"The cooperation of the Ministry of Magic is crucial. Principal Dumbledore, you must know that when Voldemort first gathered his supporters, he used the banner of restoring the glory of the pure-blood family. Only after he gained power did his true nature reveal itself.

This is another way to target Voldemort. Whoever dares to support Voldemort will seal off all his family's properties. Crazy dreams and families can only choose one or the other. I would like to see if any of Voldemort's Death Eaters More or less a staunch supporter. "

This approach is a double-edged sword. It will undoubtedly affect the work and life of ordinary people in the wizarding world. Hogwarts can take over, but it cannot take over all of them. Some of them will definitely lose the jobs they depend on for survival. Therefore, unless it is absolutely necessary, Amosta won't go crazy trying to expand his striking surface.

"What a wonderful plan, little one--"

A smooth voice suddenly sounded in the dull office. Sirius's great-great-grandfather, Phineas Black, stroked his goatee and said with great appreciation,

"But I'm afraid there's a problem you haven't considered -"

Amosta turned his head and bowed politely to the portrait of Phineas, as if listening to advice.

"According to the ancient contract signed between Hogwarts and the families on the School Board, Hogwarts is not allowed to make money for itself, and Hogwarts' unilateral announcement to abolish the School Board is also without any Effectiveness, unless Hogwarts can repay all the financial support received from the date of signing the contract for hundreds of years, this is an unimaginably huge debt!"

Amosta's eyebrows were condensed and he looked at the old figure across the desk, while Dumbledore frowned and nodded to him.

Think about it, the pure-blood wizard family is not a fool, how could they not keep some means to restrict Hogwarts?

There was a rhythmic banging sound in the office, which was the sound of Amosta tapping the armrest with his fingers. He leaned on the back of the chair and raised his head, quietly staring at the artistic paintings on the dome of the office. Breath relief.

If such a contract existed, Hogwarts' unilateral announcement to cancel the school board would be invalid, which means that some of the actions and speeches of the Hogwarts principal are restricted, and there is no way to repay the debt. The financial support Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry has received over the past century, then

After a moment, Amosta relaxed his eyebrows.

"I think the pure-blood families who signed this contract must have considered a situation, that is, what they should do when they want to get rid of Hogwarts."

"They can stop allocating education funds at any time, which means they are essentially getting rid of their relationship with Hogwarts."

Phineas Black said cheerfully.

"Oh, thanks, Principal Black--"

Amosta also smiled happily. He looked into Dumbledore's blue eyes and said briskly,

"This is the question of who shoots first. Which of the two wizards facing each other uses the spell first? If Voldemort doesn't think of using the school board to stop allocating funds to force you to do it, Principal Dumbledore, we will send someone to remind him ——”