Dumbledore calls Severus for consultation. Is this an early sign of something?
Amorth's expression was somber, and the air around him was as heavy as lead and mercury. His silent aura influenced others; the members of the Phoenix Society in the kitchen all watched him with reverence as he pondered.
What is not crucial is whether Dumbledore detected something.
The crux of the issue lies in the nature of Voldemort's changes.
"That is..."
Amorth's mountainous gaze, weighing more than ten thousand pounds, fell on Severus.
"What kind of power?"
"Extremely malevolent."
Severus's complexion was pale, and he remembered the foreboding and disgust he had felt upon entering the Malfoy estate.
"It feels like it's constantly draining the life out of everyone."
Hiss...
Many people drew in their breath, and even the candle on the table flickered slightly.
"It sounds like――"
Montgomery shivered, his ugly yellow teeth clicked together.
"It is particularly unwise to confront the one known as the Prophet!"
"If you are afraid, then continue to engage in*** those underhanded dealings!"
Boggart Hobb's gaze was fierce as he glared at Montgonos, the scars on his face contorting.
"You coward! Instead of spilling the beans, how about telling the whole lot of us how many silver spoons you swiped this evening?"
"Oh, I haven't."
Montgomery's face was crimson with embarrassment. He clutched at his sleeve tightly, stammering while nervously glancing at Sirius and Amorth.
But neither Sirius nor Amorth had time to deal with Montgomery's bad habit.
"Are you covering up for Voldemort?"
Sirius glared at Severus across the table in displeasure.
"Why don't you just say it outright!"
Severus's lips twitched, ready to retaliate, but in the end, he suppressed his impulse and spoke softly to everyone,
"I am also bound by the magic over there and cannot disclose much information."
Many nodded in understanding, but some also subtly expressed a hint of suspicion.
Amorth remained silent.
Without a doubt, the power Severus described was the same kind he had seen on his journey to Avalon Island, a magic that made all life wither.
Once teeming with life, the Isle of Avalon had been reduced to a desolate wasteland under the ravaging power.
If it hadn't been for following the path carved out by Gryffindor, just to reach the temple at the heart of the island, he would have paid a considerable price.
You see, that power was even beyond Merlin's ability to dispel.
That legendary wizard was only able to uproot the temple, originally located on the island of Azkaban, and cast it onto Avalon Island. In addition to relying on the invincible belief within King Arthur's Excalibur and his own profound and subtle magical abilities, he barely managed to prevent that power from polluting the entire world.
He had once clashed with that power.
Objectively speaking, he was far from its opponent.
Even with his rapid magical advancement over the past two years, he couldn't match up to it.
It was a force from a completely different dimension.
The source of that deathly force originated from the wand of the two snakes.
He was greatly worried last year when he learned that Vinya and Voldemort were mixed up together before the finals of the Quidditch World Cup.
Whichever the reason, the wand of the two snakes would be more loyal to Voldemort. And once that divine wand was used by Voldemort, there would be no one to control him anymore.
However, over the past year, Voldemort's actions have still appeared to be "normal."
This conviction made Amorth certain that Voldemort could not yet control the wand of the two snakes.
Amorth's eyes fluttered as he pondered.
And even today is the same.
If Voldemort had truly mastered the two snake wand.
Snake Wand, with the power of the divine wand, he would certainly not have been so restrained.
Invading Hogwarts directly and doing what is right for those who follow me and what is wrong for those who don't, would be the most reasonable.
The wand of the two snakes was loyal to Voldemort, but it would not lend him its power. This question has puzzled Amorth for a long time, and he only now comes up with a somewhat reasonable explanation.
There might be some kind of deal between the two.
If Voldemort wants to use the power of the two-snake wand, he must promise some conditions or help him accomplish something.
At the moment, Voldemort clearly has not met this condition.
Following this line of thought, it wouldn't be difficult to guess what kind of conditions the two-snake wand might propose.
And this is also the future that Amorth has been vigilantly guarding against.
Then why did Merlin and the Four Househeads leave him so many warnings spanning centuries?
If such a crisis were to occur, it would no longer be just a problem within the British magical community, but one that would affect the entire magical world and even the Muggle world.
Only by gathering everyone's strength can we cope with such a crisis.
As for why Dumbledore threw this problem at him,
It must be related to Vivia.
Based on his profound accumulation of magical knowledge, Dumbledore may have learned some secrets from ancient texts related to the Druidic religion.
"Don't worry too much--"
Returning to his thoughts, he saw that everyone was still looking at him with concern, and Amorth smiled warmly.
"You know, Vivia, Clarionna, their power belongs to the secret witching family. Perhaps Voldemort has gained some insights from them."
But that's still not enough to reverse Voldemort's disadvantage when he faces both me and Headmaster Dumbledore. 」
Amorth's composure and calm demeanor allowed young members of the Phoenix Society like Bill and Tonks to breathe a sigh of relief.
But some more experienced, or those who have a deep understanding of Amorth, knew in their hearts that things weren't as simple as they seemed.
"But that Clarionna"
Knocked back by Boggart Hobb's strike, Montgomery huddled in his seat and spoke cautiously,
"That dark witch isn't someone anyone can easily deal with. If we encounter her, we'll only have one way out - death."
"You cowardly coward!"
Boggart Hobb was seething with anger.
"No one is forcing you to be here, Montgomery!"
Sirius also coldly eyed Montgomery.
"Oh, I was just reminding you not to ignore the reality."
Montgomery said reluctantly.
"Clarionna's most of her power is stored in her wand."
Amorth remained amiable.
"And that wand is still in my office, so even if you encounter her, there's nothing to worry about. Right?"
Amorth looked at Severus.
"Have you seen her?"
"She seems to have been imprisoned――"
Severus shook his head somberly.
"Lucius said that she seemed to have angered the Dark Lord for some reason."
"Being kept prisoner."
Amorth's gesture was unclear.
"Regarding Harry--"
Sirius couldn't wait to bring up a new topic,
"Have you made any progress, Amorth? To be honest, all of us are completely in the dark right now. We don't even know what kind of trouble Harry is in!"
This is a topic that concerns many members of the Phoenix Society.
But Amorth cannot reveal too much, this is not a matter of trust or confidentiality, but a matter of stance.
Because to fight against Voldemort, these people have gathered at the Phoenix Society, but in terms of their attitude towards the Ministry of Magic, they may not be on the same side as him.
"Don't worry too much, Sirius..."
Amorth took a deep breath.
breath, preparing to conclude the meeting.
"Harry will not become a victim of the Ministry's dirty political ambitions. Just wait in peace."
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