Hogwarts in the shadows

The Prophet Newspaper also launched a counterattack at the instruction of Hephes.

Every word between the lines reveals "well-founded" speculations and hints.

All these speculations point the finger at Voldemort and his Death Eaters.

The most incomprehensible behavior of Percy Weasley in recent times is the series of measures he has taken in response to Voldemort's return.

He even made a vow that if Voldemort did not show up within a year, he would take full responsibility and resign.

This move undoubtedly pushed him to the forefront and made him a thorn in the side of Voldemort and his cronies.

In addition, the recent mysterious disappearance of several employees in the Ministry of Magic has made this speculation more likely.

Even Percy was labeled as "Voldemort's number one rival."

The wizards inevitably fell into panic.

Minister Fudge was naturally the first to receive the news that Percy Weasley was injured and unconscious.

He was a little panicked now, but more angry.

How does this Alford Umbridge do things?

None of this could kill Weasley.

However, in public, he had to hypocritically condemn the attacker, express his deep concern for Percy, and hope that he would recover soon.

When Umbridge heard the news, she was completely stunned.

The dozen or so dark wizards were all top-notch talents that she had hired at great expense, and they were even as good as Aurors.

Even with five terrifying Dementors, they were still unable to capture Weasley, who had just graduated.

She was so angry that she smashed everything in the house, even her favorite plates.

After she vented her anger, she was filled with great panic.

There was no need to worry about the dozen dark wizards because she had drunk the Polyjuice Potion, so those people didn't know her true identity.

But that couldn't be said for the five Dementors, so she followed the regular procedure for the Dementors to leave.

Whether or not the Dementors that attacked Weasley were the ones she brought out, it had to be them.

Because the Ministry of Magic and the public will not allow Dementors to escape from the Ministry of Magic's control.

This meant that she couldn't escape.

Umbridge forced herself to calm down, but Percy was still unconscious.

It was unknown whether she could wake up, so she couldn't panic.

So she wrote a report at lightning speed, applying for leave on the grounds of being unwell, and sent an owl to deliver the report to Fudge.

She believed her boss could read the hint.

Then, she packed up all the valuable things in the house and went to Gringotts again.

Under the goblin's horrified gaze, he took out everything from the vault and fled to the United States.

However, what she didn't notice was that the moment she returned home, a dark shadow quietly merged into her shadow.

At this moment, a group of red-haired figures gathered outside the ward. They were the Weasley family.

Arthur Weasley and Molly Prewett were beside the bed, and the atmosphere was solemn.

Molly held Percy's hand tightly and looked at the still unconscious Percy with a worried look on her face.

Her eyes were red, obviously she had been crying.

Arthur's expression was also extremely ugly. He had never been so angry before.

He has always wanted to stay away from disputes and is reluctant to use his network of connections easily.

But before coming to St. Mungo's, he visited several friends who held real power in the Ministry of Magic.

He wanted to let everyone know the price of hurting someone from the Weasley family.

“Arthur, didn’t the doctor say Percy would wake up soon?

Why is he still not awake? Should we ask Dai Lisi to check him out again?" Molly's voice was hoarse.

Arthur patted her shoulder gently and spoke in a gentle and comforting voice.

"Percy's external injuries are no longer a problem. He fell into a coma mainly because of the exhaustion of magic power caused by the forced mobilization of magic power.

Dalis has already given him a potion to replenish his magic, and it was specially made by Snape, so there must be no problem. Let's wait and see."

"But..." Tears welled up in Molly's eyes again.

Just then, a very soft moan sounded, instantly attracting their attention.

They looked nervously at Percy lying on the bed.

Percy slowly opened his heavy eyelids, his vision blurry at first.

But as consciousness gradually returned, the scene before my eyes began to become clear.

He saw a white ceiling.

Percy slowly turned his head and saw two familiar, slightly haggard faces.

My father's eyes were bloodshot and my mother's face was still stained with tears.

"Percy, you're finally awake!" Molly held his hand tightly, her voice trembling.

Although Arthur didn't say anything, his tense expression finally relaxed.

"Dad, Mom, I'm sorry to have made you worried." Percy felt a warm feeling in his heart, mixed with a hint of guilt.

He knew his plan would definitely worry his family, but he couldn't reveal it in advance.

Because the reactions of his parents and family are necessary.

"What nonsense are you talking about? As long as you wake up, everything will be fine." Molly smiled through her tears.

Arthur spoke after Molly and Percy had spoken for a few words.

"Molly, go talk to the children first. I have something I want to talk to Percy alone."

"Percy just woke up, Arthur you..." Molly was gently interrupted by Arthur before she could finish her words.

"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing. The children are waiting anxiously, so go now."

After seeing Molly leave, Arthur's face became serious again.

He sat down beside the bed and stared at Percy: "I warned you before, don't be too ostentatious."

Percy slowly sat up and leaned against the head of the bed, "I don't want to live a mediocre life."

"But at least it'll keep you safe. I can't imagine what Molly would feel if anything happened to you."

Arthur's voice was filled with helplessness and worry.

"Father, you are not as non-combatant as you say. I know that you once joined the Order of the Phoenix and were on the front line against Voldemort." Percy smiled faintly.

"That's different..." Arthur began, but was interrupted by Percy.

"It's no different because you have to make the choice on behalf of the Weasleys, don't you?"

Arthur was speechless for a moment, staring at Percy with wide eyes. He hadn't seen him for more than a year and it seemed as if he didn't recognize the boy anymore.

"As our generation grows up, do we still need you to stand at the forefront again for us and our family?" Percy said in a firm voice.

Arthur stared at Percy and finally sighed: "You really have grown up."

He continued: “But even then, you don’t have to be the one rushing to the front.”

"Father, the risks and rewards are proportional." Percy looked at Arthur.

"You should know how I got to where I am today."