Connor's Hogwarts

Although the monster card is a new entertainment activity, because of its wide audience, high popularity and great influence, it has already attracted the attention of the wizarding world.

The Monster Cup was originally a private competition, but because of its great influence, it has been upgraded to an international exchange event. Even if the British Ministry of Magic does not want to get involved, it must intervene. Tens of thousands of wizards entering the country are not a small thing. event.

In view of the fact that the nature of the Goblin Cup itself has risen from a private competition to an international competition, for tonight's opening ceremony, various big names in the British magic world have received invitations from the Lake family, and there are indeed many big names who came to enjoy the face.

Directly opposite box 1a10 is box 1a01, the exclusive box for these so-called big shots.

"Dumbledore, I will not believe that ridiculous thing. That person will not come back, not now, not in the future." At the edge of the stands in box 1a01, a short and stocky man wearing a striped suit and a red tie Talking loudly.

Cornelius Fudge successfully became Minister of Magic two years ago, defeating Barty Crouch, the "morally unethical" Director of the Department of Legal Enforcement, and Dumbledore, who had no intention of running for Minister of Magic.

His road to office can be said to be very smooth, because his opponents all abstained automatically before the election.

Fortunately, Minister Fudge couldn't wait to prove his ability to the wizarding world, but at this moment, Dumbledore suddenly told him that Voldemort was back, and he was unwilling to believe such a thing.

"I think you've seen the video I gave you. Even so, don't you want to believe it?" Dumbledore glanced at Fudge. There was a video of Harry's battle with the unlucky Quirrell. He had already recorded it. The important video was given to Fudge.

"No, I don't believe it could just be some other dark wizard. No one can prove that it was the mysterious man. Even you can't prove the authenticity of that video." You can never wake up a person who is pretending to sleep. Fudge's meaning is very clear. I don't believe anything you say, and I won't listen or listen to you.

"That's really a pity." Dumbledore shrugged and said nothing more. He had anticipated Fudge's reaction, and was even a little happy to see the results of Fudge's actions because he didn't trust him and didn't respond. Because Dumbledore knew Even if Fudge wanted to do something, he couldn't actually do it. There was no conclusive evidence. The puppet-like Fudge had almost no chance of success if he wanted to do something in the Ministry of Magic. Dumbledore didn't expect Fudge to be of any help at all.

"" Snape, who was standing not far from Dumbledore, was silent. In fact, it was a very simple matter to prove that Voldemort had returned, because Quirrell was on his body now. Bah, it was Quirrell's. The painting was in his pocket.

Dumbledore collected Quirrell's soul before, and Connor drew a painting for Quirrell, and this painting is now kept by Snape. As Dumbledore's "tool man No. [-]", Snape With a high trust level, he is qualified to use this new type of magic equipment. It has to be said that Quirrell, who became a "stand-in messenger" after death, is still very useful. In various senses

At this time, there was a sudden excitement behind a few people. Several people looked back and saw that it was tonight's real host, Devon Lake, who walked into the box.

At this time, old Divin was surrounded by a large group of people, and the Lake family alone borne all the expenses required for the holding of this Monster Cup. The Ministry of Magic was only responsible for maintaining order. Now everyone knows how rich the Lake family is, so no matter Whether it is useful or not, there is almost nothing wrong with it.

After a while, Divin and another old man with a big beard came to Dumbledore's side.

"Mr. Dumbledore, Mr. Fudge, are you satisfied with the arrangements for the Monster Cup?" Devin came over with a smile, and there was a hint of pride in his tone.

"Devin, your Lake family is stealing the show now. You are worthy of us in the British wizarding world." Fudge immediately put on a smiling expression. Although the Lake family was confirmed to be wearing the same pants as Dumbledore, they are still A powerful family worth fighting for. After all, their family is too rich.

"Mr. Minister, you are joking. Our Lake family is just doing a small business. We should not be boasting like this. After all, there are many businessmen like our family, right?" Di Wenpi said with a smile. This time the Ministry of Magic Most people have noticed the indifference in work. Fortunately, the Lake family is well prepared, otherwise it is still unknown whether the Monster Cup can go smoothly.

"Hahaha, William, you are here too. It seems that the negotiation over there is going well." Fudge turned to look at the bearded man beside Diwen, and said with a big laugh.

William Wallace is currently the Director of the International Magical Cooperation Department, but he will retire in a few months and Barty Crouch will take over his position.

Fudge brought the topic to this person, the meaning is obvious, he is reminding Di Wen, I am not in charge of your monster cup, I am just a poor Minister of Magic, someone else is responsible for your family, don't do it Wrong target.

Wallace, who had a big beard and looked like a confused old man who hadn't woken up, shouted: "What are you talking about Fudge? It's too noisy here, I can't hear you."

Old Diwen said cheerfully: "The opening ceremony will begin soon, and I hope that everyone can come back with a good time tonight."

"Isn't it a childish card game? I've never played it. It really doesn't interest me." A cold voice broke the harmonious atmosphere. Barty Crouch intervened in the conversation of several people: "I only know Devin." Sir, the Monster Cup has brought a lot of trouble and unnecessary work to our Ministry of Magic. At this time, most of us should be enjoying our holidays at home."

In fact, what Crouch said is correct. This time the Monster Cup is regarded as overtime work for the Aurors, and it is still the kind of overtime without wages. There must be many people who are dissatisfied with this, but what does it have to do with us cutting leeks? thing

Old Devin smiled slightly: "Then Mr. Crouch will have to watch the game seriously this time. Maybe he will wake up with a new passion."

Dumbledore stroked his beard and smiled, "I still like monster cards very much. I hope tonight's game won't disappoint me."

Overall, the atmosphere in the stands was harmonious, at least there was no fighting.

As the time came to [-]:[-] p.m., all the lights in the venue were turned off instantly. The opening ceremony started at [-]:[-] p.m., and now it is officially entering the warm-up stage.

Because Monster Cards are not included in the scope of sports, the host will naturally not be Ludo Bagman, the director of the Sports Department, but Andy Hall, a well-known radio commentator hired by the Lake family with a lot of money.

Before the Lake family developed magical television, radio culture was popular in the wizarding world for a period of time. Well, it was a radio station only for wizards. Use Muggle radios to receive magic channels. Andy Hall was the most famous radio host. , after Magic TV came out, he has changed his job as a card competition host and is a "famous mouthpiece" in the magic world.

Andy rode a broom and appeared under the spotlight. The audience could see the zoomed-in close-up in the auditorium opposite. Andy was a nice person, and he spoke nicely. He blew a bunch of welcome words in Barabara After Lake's house, he began to introduce the big shots who will be present tonight.

The spotlight shone on Box 1a01, and large-scale close-ups also appeared in the auditorium. The audience also discovered that big figures from various countries were present, and bursts of cheers rang out from time to time in the audience.

The Lake family did not mention such an incident before, some people were unprepared, and when they were hit by the spotlight, they could only smile and greet the audience with a frozen face. The text is a joy to read.

Dumbledore applauded and asked: "Is this the idea of ​​Connor? Why don't you bring him here? It's time for him to get in touch with these things."

Old Diwen shook his head with a smile: "That kid doesn't like this kind of occasion. If he doesn't like it, I can't call him, and he has more important tasks tonight."

"Oh what do you mean?"

At this time, the introduction of the boss was over, the lights dimmed again, and the opening ceremony officially began.

"Look," Old Devin smiled and pointed to the arena below and said, "He's out."

Dumbledore looked down and saw a small silver fox appearing in the center of the dark field.

"That's the patron saint."